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Anti-folk

Anti-folk is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of contemporary folk music. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Anti-folk

Anti-folk is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of contemporary folk music.

Well-known performers associated with it include Beck, Regina Spektor and Feist.

From Wikipedia

Anti-folk (sometimes spelled antifolk) is a genre of folk music that emerged in the 1980s in New York City. It was founded by singer-songwriter Lach, as a response to the prevailing folk music scene. It is characterized by its amateur sound, DIY ethos, and often humorous, rebellious, or satirical lyrics. Antifolk music was made to diverge from, and sometimes mock, the perceived seriousness of the era's mainstream music scene, while often still being protest music aimed at social change. The latter element especially overlaps with folk punk.

Genre family tree

Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Anti-folk.

Key artists

  • Beck
  • Regina Spektor
  • Feist

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Frequently asked questions

What is Anti-folk?

Anti-folk is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of contemporary folk music.

Where and when did Anti-folk originate?

Anti-folk originated in United States in the 1980s.

Who are famous Anti-folk artists?

Beck, Regina Spektor and Feist.

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