Synthfolk
Synthfolk is a musical genre that arose in the 1970s and 1980s as a fusion of folk music with synthesizer technology. Early synthfolk artists often incorporated traditional folk instruments, such as acoustic guitar and fiddle, alongside synthesizers to create a distinctive sound.
The genre gained momentum in the United Kingdom during the mid-to-late 1970s, where musicians such as Nick
Synthfolk artists often explored themes of social commentary, environmentalism, and mysticism in their lyrics, reflecting the
One of the characteristic features of synthfolk is its use of atmospheric textures and sonic landscapes, often
While synthfolk never gained widespread commercial success, it has had a lasting influence on a range of