McCaslin, Mary
Traditional singer and singer-songwriter with a western flavor. Site includes tunings (she was a pioneer in open tunings) and Liquid Audio samples. McCormick, Lisa
Dynamic, smart songwriter from Vermont, recently discovered and touring widely.
McCutcheon, John
Versatile instrumentalist with strong folk roots, and peace/labor songwriter . Author of the anti-war classic, "Christmas in the Trenches." Slick website includes sounds, MP3s and info galore. MacDonald, Rod
MacDonald was a key figure in the Greenwich Village songwriter scene, with many important songs and a clear unforgettable tenor voice. McDonnell, Kate
A passionate and engaging vocalist, she plays guitar upside-down and backwards better than most righties. Fine original songs. Waterbug site includes sounds and store. McGarrigle, Kate & Anna
Canadian sisters write wonderfully quirky, modern and poetic songs, and sing with a Roches-like abandon. McKennitt, Loreena
Canadian classically trained harpist & chanteuse, songwriter and scholar of traditional music from around the world. That she has gained an international reputation is miraculously just. Her official site. McKeown, Susan
A superior songwriter and hauntingly beautiful singer, McKeown combines a Celtic core with jazz, rock and classical influences. Her band is amazing. McLachlan, Sarah
Soaring, spacious melodies, inspired piano playing and a simple poetry that can be breathtaking. Creator of Lilith Fair, she's an honorary folkie for promoting thoughtful indie music and women. MacLeod, Kate
Refreshingly softspoken and understated performer from Salt Lake City writes striking original songs in the folk tradition. Site includes sounds and store. McTell, Ralph
English singer-songwriter best known for the classic "Streets of London." Mallett, David
A songwriter's songwriter from northern Maine, his "Garden Song" is already a true American folksong. His small, closely observed gems generally pay off. Massengill, David
A truly original songwriter & raconteur. Weaves classic tales full of humor and insight, famous for mountain dulcimer playing. Site has bio, sounds & tourdates. Matheson, Nikki
Longtime member of the Greenwich Village scene, Nikki is recently returned from a decade in Paris, where she's been writing successfully for world music artists. Currently starring as Guinnevere in the euro-musical, Excalibur. Melena, Mary
Spellbinding guitar stylist from Austin, TX digs deep. Her handful of original songs are exquisite. Site includes sounds and store. Miller, Buddy and Julie
Country/Americana duo in league with Steve Earle, Emmylou Harris. Miller, Bill
Miller combines Native American perspective and musical traditions with a Nashville sensibility. Now touring internationally with top pop stars like Tori Amos, he is the winner of several "Nammy" Awards. Mitchell, Joni
Mitchell's official site is very slick, but also excellent, with lyrics, articles, & sounds. Molly's, The
High energy Tucson AZ band blends solid songwriting with Southwestern Tex/Mex roots. Mondlock, Buddy
Best known for the perfect song, "The Kid," Mondlock manages to mine sentiment without ever being sentimental. Morrison, Van
Eclectic Irish rocker who outwrites just about everyone. Moxy Früvous
The music of this highly original, musically eclectic Canadian group ranges from silly to extremely clever. Outstanding performers, you can't help feeling good at one of their shows. Muddy Waters
Legendary bluesman and songwriter. Mulvey, Peter
Monster guitar player, and one of the most popular young performers on the folk circuit.
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