Anti-Folk

Anti-Folk is a rebellious twist on traditional folk music, emerging in the 1980s as a response to the genre's perceived pretentiousness. It blends irreverent, often humorous lyrics with lo-fi, raw instrumentation, embracing imperfections and DIY ethos. Notable for its eclectic influences, Anti-Folk acts like The Moldy Peaches and Jeffrey Lewis infuse punk's edgy spirit with folk's storytelling, creating a sound that's both introspective and provocatively unrefined.