"Here in Europe" means mainland Europe? That's probably true in England generally, but definitely not in folk circles. Especially if you count Bretons as French. Blowzabella opened people's eyes to the French traditions.

There must be some good Dutch music, but they seem to keep it hidden. All the Dutch folkies seem to play Irish or American stuff and neglect their own roots entirely. I've just been listening to a brilliant CD of Flemish music.