Anti-folk

It originated in the mid 1980's in New York City and has witnessed significant evolution. Anti-folk has its roots in punk rock, and is still considered by many to be an active subgenre within that scene. By a loose definition, Anti-folk combines the raw, abrasive and frequently politically charged attitudes of the punk scene, and the soulful sounds of the popular hippie tradition.

Billy Bragg, and Beck are considered influential artists in this genre, primarily resposible for the popularity of this genre. Contemporary anti-folk music is popular in many parts of United States and has also broke the scene in Europe.

Some Anti-folk Bands and Artists:

• The Baptist Generals
• Beck
• Billy Bragg
• Centromatic
• Cheese On Bread
• G. Lucas Crane Vs. Non-Horse
• Ani DiFranco
• Dufus
• Calvin Johnson
• Joie/Dead Blonde Girlfriend
• Lach
• Jeffrey Lewis
• Little Grizzly
• Michelle Shocked,
• The Moldy Peaches
• Phranc
• The Plastic Assassins
• Prewar Yardsale
• Son Volt
• This Bike is a Pipe Bomb
• Ugly Cassanova
• Uncle Tupelo
• The Waco Brothers