5 mixes taggedalternative folk experimental

The Terrastock festivals have been occasionally appearing across America (& once in England) between 1997 & 2008. Each one has showcased many phenomenal talents that have been completely against the grain. From mysterious legendary acts of the past to genius fledgling artists that were contemporary, Terrastock always had heavy hitting performances and breathtaking moments. Here are some of them with tracks by Sharron Kraus, Mono, & Paik

Eight tracks including music by Andrew Bird, Animal Collective and Beirut.

It's strange. I would describe this kind of music as one of the most 'authentic' or 'purest' forms of music. Some percussion with a lot of repetition, and some 'drone' by a natural instrument... But in our world this music is called 'weird' and 'experimental'! Rubbish! This is real music from and for real people (:
Nine (sometimes long) tracks including music by Big Blood, Elizabeth Cotten and Gkfoes Vjgoaf.

The best of 2005 Part 7 (50-26) 25 songs featuring Dr. Dog, Edan, and Okkervil River. Accompanies: http://nc17soundtraxxx.blogspot.com/2012/04/top-50-songs-of-2005.html

Eight tracks including music by Arthur Russell, Beck, and Belle & Sebastian.