Neo Folk

Neo-Folk emerged in the late 20th century, primarily in the UK and Europe, when some musicians decided that acoustic guitars and melancholic lyrics were sufficient to impress your ex while simultaneously scaring away anyone hoping for a lively night out. Characterised by its haunting melodies and rustic instrumentation, it often sounds like a campfire singalong for people musing over their very serious feelings—perfect for your next existential crisis. Curiously enough, it has a knack for turning gloomy themes into something quite soothing, as if the gloom of life suddenly seems a bit more palatable with a nice cup of tea.