This is the opening chapter in our series exploring the moment folk and singer‑songwriter traditions were—much to the horror of purists—wired straight into the mains. The uproar didn’t last. In the six decades since that first electric jolt, we’ve been flooded with extraordinary songs, fearless reinterpretations, and music built for deep, attentive listening. These shows trace that current as it continues to spark, shimmer, and surprise right up to today. 

Tracks – Fruit Tree Records – Folkelectric Vol. 1

The Burning Of Auchindoun – The Magpie Arc https://themagpiearc.bandcamp.com/

Yankee Bayonet (I Will Be Home Then) – The Decemberists https://amzn.to/4rICo2P

Anyone But Me – Josienne Clarke https://amzn.to/4uEwi6e

Lady Margaret – Trees https://amzn.to/4smuAVC

Twisted Hemlock – Echolalia https://amzn.to/3Ntz8u8

Dirt Road Blues – Bob Dylan https://amzn.to/4dvDxqW

Tape From California – Phil Ochs https://amzn.to/4bT3C1W

Come A Long Way – Michelle Shocked https://www.discogs.com/release/1346399-Michelle-Shocked-Arkansas-Traveler

Fisher Of Men – M Ward https://amzn.to/4sonkZk

Little Sun – Charlie Parr https://amzn.to/3NNscYQ

Something On Your Mind – Karen Dalton https://amzn.to/3PaDG9n

Open The Door – Carolanne Pegg https://amzn.to/3PkK6CH

From The Ashes – Laura Cortese & The Dance Cards https://amzn.to/4sfcaG8

Fresh As A Sweet Sunday Morning – Bert Jansch https://amzn.to/4rERPsQ

Lay Down Your Weary Tune – The Byrds https://amzn.to/40BWZuF