Some people might consider him more hip-hop than folk, but either way I just saw him live a few weeks ago and thought he was amazing. Anyone else heard his music? If not, you should.
probably a more accurate site: http://www.directcurrentmedia.com/amp/knaan/Default.asp?mode=all&type=allmv http://www.thedustyfoot.com/html/ and I can't see why this is in folk: this guy's taking modern hip hop and adding reggae and street poetry. Folk tradition? nope. Modern voice to be heard? yes.
I have been listening to K'naan for years now and Im glad to see he is getting more recongnition. really talented with amazing lyrics