combines country blues and folk music with mainstream rock sound
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You're describing the genre known as Roots Rock or Americana Rock!Roots Rock combines:1. Country blues: Storytelling, soulful melodies, and bluesy instrumentation.2. Folk music: Acoustic instruments, lyrical focus, and traditional influences.3. Mainstream rock: High-energy sound, catchy hooks, and modern production.Characteristics:1. Raw, emotive vocals2. Acoustic and electric instrumentation (guitar, banjo, fiddle, etc.)3. Strong songwriting emphasis4. Blues, folk, and country influences5. Catchy, anthemic chorusesExamples of Roots Rock/Americana Rock artists:1. Bob Dylan (early work)2. The Eagles3. Neil Young4. Bruce Springsteen5. John Mellencamp6. Ryan Adams7. Jason Isbell8. Chris Stapleton9. The Avett Brothers10. Mumford & SonsSubgenres:1. Southern Rock2. Heartland Rock3. Alt-Country4. Americana Folk Rock5. Blues-RockRoots Rock's appeal lies in its authentic, storytelling-driven sound, blending traditional influences with modern energy.
