Best 100 psychedelic folk releases

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Description of psychedelic folk music

Psychedelic folk is a musical genre that emerged in the mid-1960s and is characterized by its blend of traditional folk music with psychedelic rock. The genre features acoustic instrumentation, including guitar, banjo, and various traditional folk instruments, along with electric instruments and psychedelic effects. Psychedelic folk often has a mystical or spiritual quality to it and often features lyrics that touch on themes of nature, mysticism, and spirituality. Some well-known artists associated with psychedelic folk include Bob Dylan, Donovan, The Byrds, Tim Buckley, and Vashti Bunyan.

Related genres: folkpsychedelic rocksinger-songwriter