Marti Mae & the Sandslingers are a contemporary folk band known for their fusion of traditional folk and modern indie rock elements. The band was formed in 2008 in Austin, Texas, with notable members including frontwoman Marti Mae, renowned for her poignant lyricism and distinctive gravelly vocal tone. Their breakthrough album, "Desert Notes", released in 2012, is often credited with revitalizing the folk genre for a new generation. The Sandslingers' unique sound and influential works have had a significant impact on the indie folk-rock scene.