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What golden fields are to the countryside, so the Folka Dots are to music. The woven roots of two bluesy fellas and three folksy gals bear the sweet fruit of an old-timey era. It’s a soulful sound for all ears. Bass, guitars, fiddle and tambourine sustain lyrical harmonies the way winding winds carry over pastoral hills. The Folka Dots roam freely along the rambling roads of years past.
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Your Reviews
Sim Says:
I love how you guys have an "old-timey era" feel! I honestly think I was suppose to be born 60 years ago! Haha, thanks for bringing it back
James Dykman Says:
I heard you for the first time, short set at Ken Sanders, Utah Philips, and as others have said here, reminds me of listening to my Carter Family collection.
Now Salt Lake Says:
Remember how you felt when you heard the "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" soundtrack for the first time? This bluegrass and folk combo is the next best thing, thanks to superb musicianship and tight harmonies.
Christopher Says:
I love it! So unique and fresh with comforting tones and heart-felt lyrics. Wonderful album!
Chari Says:
I love it! I found out about the album from a blog. It warms the soul!
Richard Hombre Price Says:
"I was the bassist for Lucinda Williams for three and one half years. Being queen of Americana I know good stuff when I hear it. I Also was bassist for Vassar Clements for 3 years. Keep up the good work. I'm in the Fort Montgomery, NY area. If you get around here I'll come and play some slide reso- guitar with you."
City Weekly Says: "The tender harmonizing of the Folka Dots are fluffier than Appalachian biscuits on a Sunday "
Marcus Says: "I love the Folka Dots more than I love my own ears."
Chris Says: " I love it! So unique and fresh with comforting tones and heart-felt lyrics. Wonderful album!"
Live Unsigned Says:" Unashamedly (indeed avowedly) backward looking folk and Americana. Well played, and charming."
Eric Says:
"I saw you guys at the Salty Flea Market! Such a good sound! I look forward to your new album! I just moved from Knoxville, TN and you guys really need to tour down there. This type of music was a majority of the concerts I went to down there! Please tour there, you would do so well! Good luck and keep it up! To everyone else, if you love folksy, old-timey three part harmonies this is the album group for you. Such great sound!"
Neets Says:
"I so love your music. The singing...and the rhythm, and instrumentals are fantastic. I want to play like that. I am a song writer and struggling guitar player. Come to Park City!"
Slug Magazine Says:
"With all the diverse folk sounds now available out there, fans of the genre will find it refreshing to revisit the roots of the movement with Salt Lake natives The Folka Dots' debut album, Down Below. From the beautiful, three-part vocal harmonies adorned with a slight country twang to the subdued guitar strumming. There's something to be said for sticking to the basics and doing it well."
City Weekly Says:
"The band creates-harmony-laden, old-timey songs, it's simple, it's clean, it's pure. The album is an easy listen, but their new material is brimming with much more confidence and charisma."
Ned Says:
"We saw you guys in Springdale on Friday, September 23rd at the concert and bought your album. My girlfriend and I LOVE it! We were on a road trip and your CD was a highlight of the trip! Here's the songs we learned lyrics to by heart, in the order we liked best: 1. Weak Spot (major tear jerk) 2. Whiskey & Wine (great insight into a person with no hope) 3. I Don't Mind (just a great time piece, simple, sweet; easiest tune to get reminiscent of the 20's or 30's like the Folka Dots - so it represents who you are) 4. Diamonds and Gold 5. Sweet as Candy 6. You're Not There (you capture the problem of a girl who loves someone who doesn't return it, "how can I make you love me better?") I hope you guys really make it. As a genre, Folk recycles and you guys are the real deal. Find an agent that believes strongly in that and believes in you too. Your lyrics and storytelling is brilliant; I learned how to better write from dissecting the lyrics; your sparing use of words strengthens the impact. Your phrasing is brilliant. You have a unique identity in the ultra high-tech world, and when people get tired of that again, they're gonna love what you serve up! Best of luck to you - and thanks for enriching my life!"
Wanda Says:
"I love your music. Takes me to my country soul."
Kevin Says:
"Great sound! Just visiting Park City, guess there are no concert dates for Ontario, Canada?"
Erik Says:
"I bought your CD at the Park Silly Market today because I thought you guys sounded really good and your energy was uplifting. I listened to the CD all day and it makes me smile. I have already told all my friends and played your songs for a few of them...love ya, keep it up!"
Julie Says:
"I love "weak spot" can't wait to hear you live when I'm back in SLC next week!"
Lynette Says:
"I purchased the CD at Graywhyale in Salt Lake City and I cannot get enough of listening to it! Amazing group, I love them!"
Dawn Says:
"Unique soundgood for the soul!!!!!!!"
Neetsy Says:
"I love your music. Such a special "Old Time" sound. Brings to mind Mabel Carter, I write and sing too (old lady learnin' to play in her old age)...you are an inspiration."
Sabrina Says:
"It is a unique old sound and is amazing. Great job ladies!"
I love how you guys have an "old-timey era" feel! I honestly think I was suppose to be born 60 years ago! Haha, thanks for bringing it back
James Dykman Says:
I heard you for the first time, short set at Ken Sanders, Utah Philips, and as others have said here, reminds me of listening to my Carter Family collection.
Now Salt Lake Says:
Remember how you felt when you heard the "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" soundtrack for the first time? This bluegrass and folk combo is the next best thing, thanks to superb musicianship and tight harmonies.
Christopher Says:
I love it! So unique and fresh with comforting tones and heart-felt lyrics. Wonderful album!
Chari Says:
I love it! I found out about the album from a blog. It warms the soul!
Richard Hombre Price Says:
"I was the bassist for Lucinda Williams for three and one half years. Being queen of Americana I know good stuff when I hear it. I Also was bassist for Vassar Clements for 3 years. Keep up the good work. I'm in the Fort Montgomery, NY area. If you get around here I'll come and play some slide reso- guitar with you."
City Weekly Says: "The tender harmonizing of the Folka Dots are fluffier than Appalachian biscuits on a Sunday "
Marcus Says: "I love the Folka Dots more than I love my own ears."
Chris Says: " I love it! So unique and fresh with comforting tones and heart-felt lyrics. Wonderful album!"
Live Unsigned Says:" Unashamedly (indeed avowedly) backward looking folk and Americana. Well played, and charming."
Eric Says:
"I saw you guys at the Salty Flea Market! Such a good sound! I look forward to your new album! I just moved from Knoxville, TN and you guys really need to tour down there. This type of music was a majority of the concerts I went to down there! Please tour there, you would do so well! Good luck and keep it up! To everyone else, if you love folksy, old-timey three part harmonies this is the album group for you. Such great sound!"
Neets Says:
"I so love your music. The singing...and the rhythm, and instrumentals are fantastic. I want to play like that. I am a song writer and struggling guitar player. Come to Park City!"
Slug Magazine Says:
"With all the diverse folk sounds now available out there, fans of the genre will find it refreshing to revisit the roots of the movement with Salt Lake natives The Folka Dots' debut album, Down Below. From the beautiful, three-part vocal harmonies adorned with a slight country twang to the subdued guitar strumming. There's something to be said for sticking to the basics and doing it well."
City Weekly Says:
"The band creates-harmony-laden, old-timey songs, it's simple, it's clean, it's pure. The album is an easy listen, but their new material is brimming with much more confidence and charisma."
Ned Says:
"We saw you guys in Springdale on Friday, September 23rd at the concert and bought your album. My girlfriend and I LOVE it! We were on a road trip and your CD was a highlight of the trip! Here's the songs we learned lyrics to by heart, in the order we liked best: 1. Weak Spot (major tear jerk) 2. Whiskey & Wine (great insight into a person with no hope) 3. I Don't Mind (just a great time piece, simple, sweet; easiest tune to get reminiscent of the 20's or 30's like the Folka Dots - so it represents who you are) 4. Diamonds and Gold 5. Sweet as Candy 6. You're Not There (you capture the problem of a girl who loves someone who doesn't return it, "how can I make you love me better?") I hope you guys really make it. As a genre, Folk recycles and you guys are the real deal. Find an agent that believes strongly in that and believes in you too. Your lyrics and storytelling is brilliant; I learned how to better write from dissecting the lyrics; your sparing use of words strengthens the impact. Your phrasing is brilliant. You have a unique identity in the ultra high-tech world, and when people get tired of that again, they're gonna love what you serve up! Best of luck to you - and thanks for enriching my life!"
Wanda Says:
"I love your music. Takes me to my country soul."
Kevin Says:
"Great sound! Just visiting Park City, guess there are no concert dates for Ontario, Canada?"
Erik Says:
"I bought your CD at the Park Silly Market today because I thought you guys sounded really good and your energy was uplifting. I listened to the CD all day and it makes me smile. I have already told all my friends and played your songs for a few of them...love ya, keep it up!"
Julie Says:
"I love "weak spot" can't wait to hear you live when I'm back in SLC next week!"
Lynette Says:
"I purchased the CD at Graywhyale in Salt Lake City and I cannot get enough of listening to it! Amazing group, I love them!"
Dawn Says:
"Unique soundgood for the soul!!!!!!!"
Neetsy Says:
"I love your music. Such a special "Old Time" sound. Brings to mind Mabel Carter, I write and sing too (old lady learnin' to play in her old age)...you are an inspiration."
Sabrina Says:
"It is a unique old sound and is amazing. Great job ladies!"
