E2TG 2019 Recap - Part 7 - Potholes Mix (Murder of Crows Remix)

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Back at it today.  I am sad to report that my father passed away over the weekend, and that has kept me away for a few days.

As always, music is a great solace. We likely won't get through the whole #2019Faves playlist before the end of the year, but you know what - there is no rule that says a end of the year recap needs to be complete before the end of the year.  So, we will just move forward and see where things take us.

Wild Wednesday Morning Shuffle - Keeping Up Mix

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  *Note: The video playlist at the bottom of the post attempts to closely approximate the shuffle I listened to on my way to work this morning. When a video for a song was not available, I substituted another song by the same artist. When I could not find any videos by an artist, I included a related video or did not include a video for that track. This blog may reference unreleased tracks, however, no unreleased music is ever included.


The first official day of the Americana Fest is in the books. As has become my habit, I went to the Basement East for the Better Together kickoff event. It was packed and I saw so many friends from out of town and in town. The music - as always - was top-notched - this year honoring the City of Memphis - with songs from Memphis, associated with Memphis, and about Memphis. The list of performers included some of the hottest tickets on the AMA line-up and many of my friends.

Sleep is optional during AMA week, but I got a couple of hours. 

Tonight, Broken Jukebox Media is hosting an unofficial showcase at The 5 Spot - the night includes several artists we have featured at E2TG (Broken Jukebox is one of my major sources of new music).  After that, I will head to Dee's for another unofficial event - this hosted by Nick Nace and featuring a full-band set from the one and only Jon Latham and a lot more.

On with the shuffle - It is Wild Wednesday, but once again, I am sticking with our New Music playlist because I have so much new music to get to... It's still kind of wild!

Trending Tuesday Morning Shuffle - A Drunkard's Dream Mix

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*Note:  The video playlist at the bottom of the post attempts to closely approximate the shuffle I listened to on my way to work this morning.  When a video for a song was not available, I substituted another song by the same artist. When I could not find any videos by an artist, I included a related video or did not include a video for that track. This blog may reference unreleased tracks, however, no unreleased music is even included. 


Made it back to Dee's last night for Madison Guild Monday for the first time in a while. Hosted by Tom Schreck.  Schreck opened with a full band set which he calls Tom Schreck Escapes.  As always great to see Tom play. His cover of "I Will Survive" was especially tasty.  Tommy Womack was next with a surprise solo set.  He will be back at Dee's Friday with a full band. He has a new single which is extremely timely.  Next up, a shared set from two of my long time favorites Kiley Connell and Drew Kohl. They were followed by the always impressive Connor Rand who had Nicole Boggs join him for a few songs. Excellent stuff. By that time, I was exhausted and I had to bow out before Nicole Boggs and the Reel played. Hate that.

I have a busy week of great live music ahead and lots to do otherwise. Plus it is way to hot. But, anyway - Music!  Today we dive back into the Trending playlist and we have some cool tunes for a hot day.

Trending Wednesday Morning Shuffle - Who Cares Mix

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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!

Featured Friday Morning Shuffle - The Game Mix

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Well, we've reached the end of another week of shuffles - here at E2TG.

Reminder: Monday is a holiday here in the States, and I am taking Tuesday and Wednesday off from work - so no new shuffles until Thursday - May 30! Enjoy yourselves everyone!

Let's go!

Featured Friday Morning Shuffle - Let It Sing Mix

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Whew!  I made it to the end of an extremely busy week! 

I added a bunch of new music to the playlist last night.

We have several first listens today.  Let's send off this week on a happy note!

Featured Friday Morning Shuffle - Summer Wine Mix

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Whew!  It's the end of another week.  I am still struggling with not feeling great, and I ready for the up and down temperatures to give us a break for at least a few days.

Next week, I am going to jump headlong into promoting the Magnolia Roads American Roots Hoedown IV - which will be happening April 26 and 27 at The 5 Spot.  There are all sorts of sponsors, a silent auction, and other cool stuff. The shows are a benefit for the Ben Eyestone Fund at Musician's Health Alliance. The music is jam packed with great bands - including many E2TG Favorites. I am super stoked to a part of this year's "Hoedown".  Make your plans now!

Now, let's get right to the Featured Friday shuffle!