SomaFM Folk Forward
Contemporary indie folk, alt-folk and modern acoustic music
SomaFM Folk Forward is a San Francisco-based folk station built around contemporary indie folk, alt-folk and modern acoustic songwriting. It is not dusty old folk-by-numbers; the station keeps one foot in classic folk tradition while pushing towards newer, sharper and more alternative sounds.
About SomaFM Folk Forward
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- Online – SomaFM Folk Forward is an internet-only radio station and is not broadcast on FM, AM/MW, LW, DAB Digital Radio, DAB+ or HD Radio.
SomaFM Folk Forward focuses on contemporary indie folk and alt-folk, with music that can shift from soft and intimate to more driving and guitar-led. The station has a modern acoustic identity, blending singer-songwriters, folk-influenced bands, understated alternative tracks and occasional classic folk references without turning into a museum piece.
The playlist is built for listeners who like songwriting with texture and personality. Expect acoustic guitars, close vocals, subtle arrangements, earthy melodies and the kind of folk-adjacent tracks that sit comfortably beside indie and alternative music. It is polished enough for long listening sessions, but still has enough edge to avoid becoming bland background wallpaper.
Based in San Francisco, SomaFM has built its reputation on human-curated internet radio channels with clear musical taste. Folk Forward fits that model well because it is selective rather than generic. The station is for listeners who want folk music that still feels alive now: modern, thoughtful, sometimes gentle, sometimes tougher, and rooted in proper songcraft.
Notable Presenters & Shows: Folk Forward is music-directed by Elise Nordling, who first came to SomaFM as Music Director and DJ for Indie Pop Rocks! in 2001. Her background includes record shop work, music editing and reviewing, music festival work and digital music distribution. Folk Forward is not built around conventional breakfast or drive-time presenter shows; its identity comes from Nordling’s continuous curation of contemporary indie folk, alt-folk and occasional folk classics.
Contact Information
Studio email:
dj@somafm.com
Studio phone:
+1 415 552-7662
Postal address:
SomaFM.com, LLC
2180 Bryant Street, Suite 208
San Francisco, CA 94110
United States
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SomaFM
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somafm_official/
SomaFM Folk Forward FAQ
What is SomaFM Folk Forward?
SomaFM Folk Forward is a San Francisco-based internet radio station playing contemporary indie folk, alt-folk, acoustic songwriting and modern folk music.
What kind of music does SomaFM Folk Forward play?
The station plays indie folk, alt-folk, acoustic guitar-led music, modern singer-songwriters, alternative folk and occasional classic folk tracks.
Is SomaFM Folk Forward on FM or DAB?
No. SomaFM Folk Forward is an internet-only station and does not broadcast on FM, AM/MW, LW, DAB Digital Radio, DAB+ or HD Radio.
Where is SomaFM Folk Forward based?
SomaFM Folk Forward is part of SomaFM, which is based in San Francisco, California, United States.
Who curates SomaFM Folk Forward?
Folk Forward is music-directed by Elise Nordling, who has worked with SomaFM since 2001 and also has a background in music reviewing, record shops, festivals and digital music distribution.