E2TG 5/5/2022 - The Price - Listen to the City Mix (Battle Talks Remix)

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6:00am Greetings from Nashville by Jason and The Scorchers on Still Standing (EMI/EMI Records (USA))

6:02am Angel from Montgomery by Wynonna on Angel from Montgomery – Single (Anti/Epitaph)

6:06am Speed of the Sound of Loneliness by Nanci Griffith on Other Voices, Other Rooms (Elektra Records)

6:10am Lake Marie by John Prine on Lost Dogs + Mixed Blessings (Oh Boy Records)

6:19am Paradise by Tim O’Brien & Darrell Scott on Memories and Moments (Full Skies)

6:27am Far from Me by Justin Townes Earle on Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine (Oh Boy Records)

6:29am Saddle in the Rain by Amanda Shires on Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine, Vol. 2 (Oh Boy Records)

6:36am Angel from Montgomery (feat. Brandi Carlile & the Lone Bellow) by Buddy Miller & Friends on Cayamo Sessions at Sea (New West Records)

6:41am Summer’s End by Sierra Hull on Summer’s End – Single (Sweet Juni Music)

6:48am Space Monkey by John Prine on A Case for Case: A Tribute to the Songs of Peter Case (Hungry for Music)

6:53am Sweet Revenge by Margo Price on Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine, Vol. 2 (Oh Boy Records

 

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E2TG 10/7/2021 - Aftermath - South Dakota Mix (Stars Remix)

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Last night was fun!  Thanks to Bill Bloomer and Stuffy Shmitt and his great band (Chris Tench, Parker Hawkins, J.P. Rinvold, and Dave Colella).  Thanks to The 5 Spot and their great staff - Cody on sound make the show sound fantastic. Thanks to Mark Gerking for the cool poster.  Thanks to everyone who came out. 

Until next time!

Featured Friday Playlist recap (Part 5 - This is the end, my friend) (songs 28-33):

28. "Metamorphosis" by Cashavelly Morrison

We start the final segment of our Playlist with the title track from the recently released new album by West Virginia native and North Carolina based Cashavelly Morrison. 

29. "Rush Hour (Inadvertent Meditation for a Friend" by Speed the Plough

Next up, we have a track from Before & After Silence - the new pandemic recorded album from Toni and John Baumgartner founders of the veteran New Jersey based band Speed the Plough. 

30. "The Sunshine Saves Everyone" by The Junior League

Yesterday, we had Louisiana based The Junior League in our shuffle from their previous album.  Now, we have them in the Playlist with the lead track from their brand new album Bridge and Tunnel. 

31. "Recoil" by Semihelix

Austin dreampop trio Semihelix are up next with the title track from their new album. 

32. "Famous" by Xander Cameron

UK dark pop singer-songwriter Xander Cameron is up next with the lead track from his new South Stage Broadway EP. 

33. "Miss You Sober" by Subtle Mullets

And, we close out the Playlist with a great new single from this 5-piece band based in Sydney. 
 

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E2TG 6/3/2021 - Okay, I Guess - Whisky Pyramid Mix (Baby Remix)

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As I continue to feel my way through this "new normal" and try to reintegrate going out to shows with everything else I do - I am finding sometimes it comes down to a case of what I want to do vs. what I have to do. It seems simple at first - obviously do the things you have to do first and then if you have time do the things you want to do... I think I have lived my whole life (more or less) by this method (or at least tried). (Not to say I haven't blown off responsibilities - because of course I have). 

I guess one of my reflections after 14 months of quarantine is to reexamine thinking like this. I think the first thing I have to do is step back and ask - who has certain things "have" to be done.  Like - I have to eat, sleep, file my taxes, pay my bills, do my day job).  But, I know I also put all sorts of things on my myself and call then "have tos".  And then use them as an excuse to neglect myself and then later bemoan that I am too busy or don't have time to do things I want to do. 

So this reexamination must include how I prioritize things,  how I over-commit myself, and how I fail to either recognize or honor my own needs for rest or recreation or whatever. 

This is an on-going process for me, and honestly, I sometimes get it wrong. Okay - I often get it wrong, but I am trying and hopefully, I am getting better. 

Featured Friday Playlist recap Part 4 (the finale) (songs 30-37):

30. "Heat Death" by Pennies by the Pound

First up, we have the new single from this Finnish band that mixes classic and psyche rock in an interesting way. 

31. "Invisible World" by Tony Steele and The Massacre

Next up, we have a recent single from this Liverpool based band that has undergone massive upheaval since their last release. 

32. "The Fear" by Oui Plastique

Next up, we have some electronica out of Denmark. Cool stuff. 

33. "9 Til 9" by Tom Auton

Next up, we have the latest single from this Welsh singer-songwriter. Dig this a lot. 

34. "Left in the Dark" by Sharone

From Morbid Illusion - the latest album from this Denver-based goth/metal rock artist. 

35. "Mundane" by Fiona Brown

The latest from this Belgian singer-songwriter. A great tune. 

36. "Unbroken" by Arcade Stories 

Next up, we have the second single from this Australian musical project of 

Adam Djensen. 

37. "Within" by Nature of Wires; Machina X

And to close us out of the week, we have this collaboration between UK artists Nature of Wires and Anglo-Burmese duo Machina X. A great way to close out another wonderful playlist. 

 

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E2TG 4/28/2021 - Ah, Okay, I guess - Heaven Mix (Real Child Remix)

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So, here is where my head is at today... Thinking about things returning to some "new" normal or some "hybrid" normal.. I think it is important to say that a variety of feelings about all this is normal and complex and shifting feelings is normal, too.  I am happy for my musician friends who are beginning to see a return to what they love. At the same time, as I shared before, the current new normal is not something I am always comfortable with or really know how to navigate. My normal has not returned and likely will not return anytime soon.  I will adapt, but in the meantime, it is okay for me to be apprehensive and even frustrated.  

There are also a variety of more complex feelings which aren't directly related to live music.

On a somewhat related note, I, once again, have learned that sometimes the only way to get past an emotional block is to go through it.  (This is not, by the way, a substitute for professional help if that is needed).  But, for me, I sometimes have to just do something which I know will be good for me - even if a hundred voices provide excuses not to do it. It is a lesson I continue to learn and re-learn. 

Featured Friday Playlist recap Part 4 (songs 22-26):

22. "Persian Rug" by The Strange Days

First up, we have the new single from this London based gutter rock band. The band had been playing this song live for a year and half before recording it. A great lead-off to this segment of music. 

23. "So Long" by Sir Orfeo

Next up, we have the new single from this pastoral, lo-fi, indie folk band from Western Massachusetts. Their EP Millefleur is due out in June. Really wonderful song. 

24. "Floating" by Banana Chant

Next up, we have a track from the recently released second EP (Payingt off Student Loans) from this Miami based indie rock/funk/groove band. Check it out!

25. "Hold On" by Certain Animals

Next up, we have the first single from the forthcoming second album by this Dutch band who create fresh new music with a sixties and seventies vibe. Cool stuff. 

26. "Why Don't We" by Your Academy

And, we close things out for this segment of music with the lead track from the debut album from this new power pop band from Memphis which boasts and impressive pedigree which traces back to some of the great Memphis power pop bands of the past. 
 

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E2TG 7/23/2020 - Whatever - Obsolete Mix (Drug for That Remix)

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Today, we wrap up our recap of this week's jam-packed and highly diverse Featured Friday Playlist - just in time for a new list - which will premiere tomorrow! Now songs 28-33

28. "Underwater with You" by The Spiritual Leaders

First up today, we have the latest single from the Irish three-piece rock band from their Albania Away EP.  A great start to this final segment from this week's list.

29. "Lone Sleeper"  by Inner Skin

Next up, we have a new single from the Italian rock band Inner Skin. Great stuff.

30. "Side by Side" by Sienne

Next up, we have the latest single from the Liverpool band. This is the third single from a so-far untitled debut EP.  The band's first single premiered at a Liverpool vs. Manchester United match in January. 

31. "Say the Word" by The Allergies; Andy Cooper; Marietta Smith

The list takes a decidedly funky turn with the latest single from Bristol band The Allergies - who collaborate with Andy Cooper (Ugly Duckling) and Marietta Smith (Smith and the Honey Badgers). A great summertime song. 

32. "This Side of Luv" by KEYS

Another summery tune - this time out of Cardiff, Wales. The latest single - from a collection of songs recorded to four track tape during lockdown. 

33. "Secrets & Lies" by Raz & Afla

Some political dance music closes out this week's playlist from the London-based duo of Raz & Afla. Music to keep you moving and thinking. 

I have been very pleased with how this week's list has played out - some old friends and hopefully some new friends.  Tomorrow - a whole new list. Stay tuned.

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E2TG 2/28/2020 Part 2 - Ingenue - Featured Friday - Flowers Dead Mix (Bloodless Husk Remix)

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In case you missed it, we premiered the new song and video from Brett Ryan Stewart earlier this morning.  You can check it out HERE!

Today is release day for several albums, EPs, and singles.  (Check out the Release listing below).  On of the new album releases that I have been anticipating for several months is Ingenue by Kristen Englenz.  We have already had the chance to listen to a few singles, but now the whole album is out in the world.  In addition to be being a phenomenal songwriter and singer, Kristen is one of my favorite human beings - which makes me doubly happy for her to have this album out.

 Long time readers, will recall that E2TG first connected with Englenz back in 2017 when she played our residency - as a guest of Jon Latham (who ended up hospitalized and unable to play), I became a fan that night, and it has been a joy to see her growth in the nearly 3 years since.  Check out Ingenue wherever you listen to music, and more importantly, if you dig it, buy it!

Kristen Englenz also kicks off the newly updated Featured Friday playlist! Also on the playlist: that new song from Brett Ryan Stewart that we premiered this morning, plus new music from Katie Pruitt, Harry Stafford, Close Lobsters, Little Triggers, Thomas Passon, Stumbleine, FM Thread, Jeffrey James, Jesse Blake Rundle, Sluka, Gallary 47. The No Ones, Charmless i, and The Heliocentric.

Check out the playlist below, and please follow our Featured Friday Playlist. A new list is posted every Friday. 

As always, we remind you to buy CDs and LPs, see your favorite band live, buy merch, etc.

Following/Saving/Downloading on Spotify is not equal to owning the music (CD, Vinyl, or download)

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