Best Acoustic Songs - April 2026
April was, without a doubt, the month of Noah Kahan. The Great Divide dominated the conversation and inevitably stole the spotlight from almost everything else. This post is meant to do the opposite: to bring you the acoustic songs you might have missed while everyone was focused on that release.
Here are my 12 picks for the best acoustic songs of April 2026.
Paid Time Off - Noah Kahan
I was undecided between this and Headed North, but in the end I went with Paid Time Off because of the rhythm change and the acoustic guitar and banjo combination. It’s a shame there’s no violin, that would have been the cherry on top. Lyrically, this is classic Noah Kahan: small-town imagery, routine, and a quiet resistance to the idea that you have to leave to find meaning. Lines like “most people grow up and they move away, but you don’t care, and I don’t mind at all” perfectly capture that mix of comfort and limitation that defines so much of his songwriting.
Bones to Ashes, Dark to Light - The Franklin Electric
The final single before the release of the Something More EP, which I had the chance to hear live in Utrecht just a few days ago. Jon has reached a point where sound, songwriting, and identity are perfectly aligned. He’s my favorite artist in the indie folk scene right now. The lyrics move between transformation and tension, constantly shifting from “bones to ashes” and “dark to light,” reflecting the internal struggle of holding onto something that keeps slipping away.
Happiness - Dermot Kennedy
The most acoustic track from The Weight of the Woods, built on guitar, piano, and voice. I have to admit I never followed Dermot Kennedy that closely, but this song completely convinced me. I won’t miss the next ones. The lyrics feel like both a farewell and a piece of advice: “go with happiness” becomes almost a mantra, encouraging you to live fully and without regret, even when things get dark.
Lucy - Holly Humberstone
Just like with Dermot Kennedy, I picked the most acoustic track from the album Cruel World. Two arpeggiated guitars and soft backing vocals create a delicate foundation for a song that feels deeply human. The lyrics paint the picture of being young and slightly lost in a modern world, but also remind us that there’s always something growing beneath the surface. That recurring line about “a promise that flowers will grow” gives the whole song a quiet sense of hope.
rubber band song - Vintz Desert
I’m using this post as another opportunity to highlight how well the combination of acoustic guitar and strings works in Vintz Desert’s music. It always takes their songs to another level. Here, the metaphor of the “rubber band” becomes central: being there for someone, stretching without breaking, and finding balance in a relationship where both sides carry their own struggles.
lasso the moon (acoustic) - Liv Romano
I had been waiting for an acoustic version from Liv Romano and it finally arrived. In my opinion, it’s 100 times better than the original. The stripped-down arrangement allows the lyrics to shine, especially in that simple but powerful idea of “I’d lasso the moon if you asked me to,” which perfectly captures the kind of unconditional, almost naive devotion that only works in a song like this.
Outgrow You - Bonnie Cash, Taylor Ashton
You already know: when I hear clawhammer banjo, the song goes straight into these monthly blogposts. And when it’s an acoustic duet, we’re getting close to perfection. The lyrics lean heavily into nostalgia, looking back at a time when everything felt simpler, when “the world felt like it would never outgrow you.” It’s that bittersweet realization that growing up also means leaving something behind.
Toothpaste - Jada Facer, Jonah Baker
Another acoustic duet, and a very welcome one. It’s always nice to see original songs from artists I first discovered through their acoustic covers. The beauty of Toothpaste is in its simplicity: shared routines, small gestures, and everyday moments. Lines like “our little routine is perfectly boring” say everything about a love that doesn’t need to prove anything to exist.
Moral Victory - Amble
Acoustic guitar, strings, and banjo build up to a powerful instrumental section that perfectly supports the band’s signature vocal delivery. In one word: powerful. The lyrics revolve around conflict and perspective, with the idea that “nobody will win the war, only one will lose less.” It’s a brutally honest take on relationships where resolution doesn’t really exist.
Another Couple Miles - Clay Hazey
I first met Clay as Jon’s right-hand man in The Franklin Electric, and I remember being impressed when I saw him at Melkweg in Amsterdam last year. That’s when I started following his solo project. Another Couple Miles is a fully acoustic piece blending guitar, accordion, violin, mandolin, and vocals and I’m pretty sure he played most of them himself. The lyrics feel like a road trip between chaos and tenderness, full of small details and imperfect moments that somehow make everything feel real.
Little Log Cabin - Parker Richards
A simple but very effective song from an emerging artist who I think will achieve great things. The idea of the “little log cabin” becomes a symbol of escape, a safe space away from the noise and the expectations of the outside world. Sometimes simplicity really is the strongest choice.
My Boy - Dylan Gossett
God bless Dylan Gossett and his stripped-back songwriting. My Boy is as minimal as it gets, but also as honest as it gets. The lyrics reflect on fatherhood, vulnerability, and purpose, capturing that moment when love gives your life a completely new meaning. It’s raw, emotional, and incredibly real.
April may have been dominated by one big release, but looking a bit beyond it reveals a month full of beautiful acoustic moments. Which one is your favorite? You can find them all spread across All of Acoustic 2026!