Saturday, May 9, 2020

Folk Contest Round 1 Match 5

We're now halfway through the first round. The fifth matchup features a Leonard-Cohen-style singer/songwriter vs. a Swedish medieval/renaissance music ensemble. Here it is:


Matt Elliott - Farewell to All We Know

Do you believe in resurrection? You don't? Well, I did when I first heard this. This is the second coming of Leonard Cohen, I mused. He breathes throughout this album somehow. How very odd, how wonderful! It is probably not true, but damn it, he used to play a mean guitar, too. Enjoy!

https://mattelliott.bandcamp.com/album/farewell-to-all-we-know

also on spotify and YouTube


vs.


Borg - Woodland

I've choosen this album because it is just a humble and enchanting release. I don't really think most of you would like it, since it is traditional (medieval) folk music.

https://borg.bandcamp.com/album/woodland


The voting ends next Friday. As always, feel free to listen along at home.