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Okay - so Trending Wednesday doesn't really make sense, but since I need to clear space in my "New/Trending Music" Playlist and since there will not be a shuffle tomorrow - I went ahead and shuffled from that playlist today. We will return with a new shuffle on Friday!
Another Tuesday night out in Nashville and another reminder of why despite the growth and changes and loss of venues and all, Nashville is still a great music city. E2TG Artist of the Year 2015 Jon Latham joined Jon Byrd and Paul Niehaus for their weekly show at Dee's in Madison. Nice to see Jon and Jon playing together and it is always a pleasure to see Paul play. Jon Byrd plays a few weekly shows around town, and if you ever get the chance to see him - go.
After that, I headed to The 5 Spot for $2 Tuesday hosted by Derek Hoke. Congratulations to Derek and The 5 Spot for 9 years of this Eastside tradition. Chris Moyse (one of my favorite local songwriters) opened the night, followed by Thor Platter, Derek Hoke and band (with Jules Belmont - who was fantastic - on guitar), and Chip Greene rocking the late night hour. Jon Latham joined Greene to do Zevon's "Lawyers, Guns, and Money". As always Tim Hibbs was spinning tunes between sets and doing a fantastic job.
Now, let's shuffle!
"Potholes" by Meghan Hayes
All to appropriate to be driving in Nashville listening to a song named "Potholes", but the potholes in Meghan Hayes song from her album Seen Enough Leavers are metaphors. As I have said before, this is an often dark album but the indomitable spirit that pervades makes it a triumph rather than a tragedy. Hayes has been "Trending" on E2TG for several "Trending" shuffles in a row. My shuffle function makes the selections and I have learned to trust the shuffle - and in this case I feel justified in my conviction.
"Who Cares" by David G. Smith
Up next, we have our first listen to the forthcoming (August 23) new album from singer-songwriter David G. Smith. Our first listen happens to be the title track which is the final track on the album. From his songs and his life's work, it is clear that David G. Smith cares. We previously featured his 2016 album First Love and have gotten to know him. Through his Hey Dave record company Smith gives back to the communities where we works. The album was produced by the late Blue Miller - his last completed project. Miller is know for his work with Bob Seger, Albert King, Isaac Hayes, India Arie and more). We will be talking much more about this album soon.
"The Things You See" by San Pedro
Next up, another first listen and an abrupt change of pace. San Pedro is a new Manchester collective/supergroup led by Rikki Turner (Paris Angels, New Southern Elekrik, and The Hurt) and features members and former members of The Fall, Stone Roses and more). Their debut release The Demon Sessions is due out this Friday. The music is electronic and really cool. The band name comes from Rikki Turner's love of Charles Bukowski who passed away in San Pedro in 1994.
"Morning Train" by Grant Farm
Next up, we have another track from Broke in Two by Colorado band Grant Farm. By the way, as this song was playing, I was walking into my office and crossed under a railroad bridge as a train was passing. Digging this music.
"Where You'll Be" by Charlie Roth
Next up, we have another track from I'm the Smile by Minnesota singer-songwriter Charlie Roth - this is a lovely song that features Michael Shynes on harmony vocals, Mark Stuart on guitar, and Greg Byers on cello.
"Burger and Fries" by Andy Statman
Just in time for the Fourth - Andy Statman serves up Burger and Fries from his Monroe Bus album - which is a tribute to Bill Monroe. Statman's career goes back to the 1970s and his music jumps off from bluegrass in all sorts of directions. This is a great instrumental track.
"Sunshine and Violets" by The Truehearts
From Burger and Fries to "Sunshine and Violets" - we have another great cut from The Truehearts Songs for Spike album. It was great to help them celebrate the release of this album a couple of weekends back. Jon Byrd said something last night about how being in Nashville around so many great songwriter and musicians will either make you better or will cause you to wilt. The Truehearts are definitely in the former category and Songs for Spike captures their power at this juncture of their ascension.
"Rude Mission" by Rude Audio
Finally, we close with another abrupt change of pace - and our first listen to Street Light Interference from London electronic music outfit Rude Audio. We previously covered their Rude Redux release. The group is known for their huge parties in London's south side. A great sounding cut and a cool way to end this shuffle.
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