About Folk punk
Folk punk is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of punk music. Its influences include traditional folk music.
Among the best-known names in the style are Mitski, The Fratellis and Violent Femmes.
Folk punk has given rise to 1 subgenre on this site, such as Celtic punk.
From Wikipedia
Folk punk (originally known as rogue folk) is a fusion of folk music and punk rock, particularly characterized by a folk-inspired sound blended with punk-inspired lyrics. It was popularized in the early 1980s by the Pogues in England, and by Violent Femmes in the United States. Folk punk achieved some mainstream success in that decade. In more recent years, its subgenres Celtic punk and gypsy punk have experienced some commercial success.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Folk punk.
- ↑ punk music
- ↓ Celtic punk
Key artists
- Mitski
- The Fratellis
- Violent Femmes
Frequently asked questions
What is Folk punk?
Folk punk is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of punk music. Its influences include traditional folk music.
Where and when did Folk punk originate?
Folk punk originated in United Kingdom in the 1980s.
Who are famous Folk punk artists?
Mitski, The Fratellis and Violent Femmes.