E2TG 1/20/2022 - Heading - Big West Mix (This Skin Remix)

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 Once again, I find myself short on time - so minimal.

Today's Greetings from Nashville is up on the archive at WXNA. 

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

6:01am When It Rains by Tiffany Huggins Grant on Jonquil Child (Mgw Records)

6:06am Wasting My Time by Kiely Connell on Calumet Queen (Kiely Connell)

6:10am Some Things Must Die by Tristen on Aquatic Flowers (Mama Bird Recording Co.)

6:14am Shaking Hands by Hannah Fairlight on Muscle & Skin (FAIRLIGHT, inc.)

6:17am The Slow Down by Amanda Broadway Band on The Slow Down – Single (Electric 3 Records)

6:22am Churches & Bars by Sophie & The Broken Things on Churches & Bars – Single (Fail ghost)

6:28am Killer Without a Heart by Dianne Davidson on Breaking All the Rules (Dianne Davidson)

6:32am Maggie the Superstar by Sally Jaye on Too Many Heartaches, Pt. 1 (Sally Jaye)

6:38am Broke but Not Broken by Amelia White on Black Doves (Funzalo Records)

6:44am Who Said We Were Friends by Mercy Bell on Golden Child (Bell Records)

6:47am Fallen People by Kyshona Armstrong on Listen (Kyshona Armstrong / Tone Tree Music)

6:53am Beth Cohen’s Set (with Francesco Turrisi) by Rhiannon Giddens on There Is No Other (with Francesco Turrisi) [Deluxe Version] (Nonesuch)

Today's shuffle san comments is below...

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E2TG 4/27/2021 - Tuesday's In Nashville - Damage Case Mix (InfraStatic Remix)

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As we approach the 10th anniversary of E2TG - Ear to the Ground, I have been reflecting on the balance of constantly moving forward vs. taking time to reflect upon the past.  I see artists who deal with this struggle in different ways: some artists/bands remove all traces of their early work from the internet while other artists find ways to "celebrate" their earlier work. 

Overall, I support an artists right to deal with their earlier work however they see fit, but I would offers some thoughts to consider: 1. There is a certain type of music fan, who is interested in digging into the overall arc of an artists career. This type of fan isn't going to necessarily judge an older album as being inferior to the later work - but rather see it in the context of an artist find his/her/their voice.  2. Even if  you ultimately decide to remove an album from the internet - that is not to say some intrepid music blogger night not dig up an MP3 from some remote sub-sub folder and bring it to light. So, be prepared to accept this with humility.  3. Consider keeping the music in your own archives because what is embarrassing today might be the source of personal nostalgia in a few year.  I especially gear these unsolicited bits of advice to younger artists but I think it is relevant to anyone. 

Of special note, when you or someone else is digging into the musical past - there are often complicated or painful things which may come up - bands that broke up under contentious terms, relationships that ended badly, tragic deaths.  Especially the first two scenarios, I think it is similar to the questions surrounding an artist whose reputation has been sullied by words or actions. The eternal question of can you appreciate the art while reviling the person who made the art.  Can you appreciate the output of the band regardless of how things ended for the band members... 

In looking back over ten years of E2TG, there is a fair share all of the above and more. As a music blogger, I have to decide should I featured a song, an artist, or band - whose circumstances have changed - i.e. the work of a previous married couple... it is easier when it is a celebrity couple like Richard and Linda Thompson vs. people who one has come to know personally. 

In my mind, all of that uncomfortableness is part of the work in examining the past - which overall is important work. 

Anyway, onward... 

Featured Friday Recap Part 3 (Songs 17-21):

17. "Quarantine Blues" by Tombstones in Their Eyes

L.A. based psych-shoegaze band Tombstones in Their Eyes return with an new album called Looking for a Light. We first featured this band back in 2018, and it is great to have their heavy rock sounds back on E2TG. 

18. "Not the Same" by Recreation!

Next up, we have the first of two tracks from the French label Chinese Man Records - Dig It! series.  First up, we have a track from this electro, hip-hop, groove band from France. Great track. 

19. "Hasta Siempre" by SupaChill, Mary May, Nuffsaid

Our second track from Chinese Man Records and their Dig It! series comes from SupaChill who combines hip hop, rap, and salsa.  Joined here by Mary May and Nuffsaid.  Dig it! I do!

20. "Sweetness and Pain" by Sarah McQuaid

Next up, we have a recent single from the forthcoming album and video series, the St. Buryan sessions from this UK based singer-songwriter. A stunning a capella song. Really lovely and a fascinating project. 

21. "Cruel" by Atomic Bronco

And we close out this segment of music with the first taste of the forthcoming EP Spectrum from this UK-Based US slacker rock band.  I love this sound of this one. 

 

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E2TG 10/15/2020 - Notes for Votes III - Greatest Thing Mix (Goodbye to You Remix)

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Magnolia Roads presents Notes For Votes III virtual festival, teaming up with HeadCount, Virtual Festival and 19 artists who embody American Roots music to get out the vote Sunday Oct. 18th. Alice Wallace, Andrew Leahey, Andrew Sheppard, April and Monroe Grisman, Aram Danesh, Chad Elliott, Chip Greene, David Gans, David Newbould, Don Gallardo, Jason Daniels, Mike Younger, Monroe & April Grisman, Natchez Tracers duo, Pete Delaney, Rich Mahan, Sara Rodenburg, The Royal Hounds, The Truehearts, and Tommy Womack come together singing and strumming, jamming and rocking to inspire folks to vote. 

Join and watch the free Magnolia Roads presents Notes For Votes III virtual festival live broadcast Sunday October 18th 4-7pm EST, 3-6pm CT, 2-5 MT, 1-4pm PST on: 

• https://www.facebook.com/MagnoliaRoads

• https://www.facebook.com/VirtualFestival2020

Facebook event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1249030005438546

 

“Don’t Spectate, Participate” ~ Tim Easton

• Alice Wallace - https://www.alicewallacemusic.com
• April & Monroe Grisman of Kana Mota - https://kana-mota.com 
• Andrew Leahey - https://andrewleaheymusic.com
• Andrew Sheppard - https://andrewsheppardmusic.com
• Aram Danesh
• Chad Elliott - https://www.chadelliott.net
• Chip Greene - http://chipgreene.com
• David Gans - http://davidgans.com
• David Newbould - https://davidnewbould.com
• Don Gallardo - http://www.dongallardo.com
• Jason Daniels - https://www.jasondanielsmusic.com
• Mike Younger - https://mikeyounger.com
• Natchez Tracers duo - http://www.natcheztracers.com
• Pete Delaney of Avocado Sundae and The Grain https://www.facebook.com/thegrainband
• Rich Mahan - http://www.richmahan.com
• Sara Rodenburg - http://sararodenburg.com

• The Royal Hounds - https://theroyalhounds.com

• The Truehearts - https://www.thetruehearts.com

• Tommy Womack - https://www.tommywomack.com

• Magnolia Roads - www.magnoliaroads.com

Our recap of this week's Featured Friday Playlist concludes - with the final 4 songs... I always try to save some interesting and good music music for last...

21. "The Promise" by Howard Gladstone

Up first, we have the title track to the new album from Canadian contemperary/alternative folk artist Howard Gladstone. Gladstone assembled an ensemble of musicians from the worlds of folk, jazz, and world music to make this lovely album which is anchored by Gladstone's rich vocals. Coincidentally, the album includes a cover of Jon Brook's "There is Only Love" which showed up in our shuffle this week.

22. "Dreamworld" by Seagoth

Seagoth is the nom de plume of an 18 year old indie pop/bedroom pop singer-songwriter from the UK. This is her new single, and it is just lovely. 

23. "Arcade" by Tomas Welding

Next up, we have the latest release from 22 year Tomas Welding from Iceland. The music here is alt pop, and I dig this song. Welding who suffers with Tourette Syndrome is a photographer, videographer, and graphic designer in addition to being a talented singer-songwriter.

24. "Barbie" by Kidranger 

We close out this week's Playlist with a track from alternative trap artist Kidranger - who is based in Maine. He has been making beats and rapping for some time. I don't know much about him, but I dig what I have heard so far.  A great way to end this week's playlist. 

Tomorrow, we start all over with a brand new playlist!

 

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E2TG 4/22/2020 - Virtual Festival Magnolia Roads American Roots Hoedown V - Road Dog Mix (Freight Train Remix)

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This weekend was supposed to be the Magnolia Roads American Roots Hoedown V here in Nashville - with a pre-party at Dee's on Friday and the main event all-day Saturday at The 5 Spot. I was going to be a co-emcee and it was going to be an epic good time.

Like so many events, COVID-19 threw a monkey wrench in the plans, but the good folks at Magnolia Roads aren't the type to say "quit", and so they show will go on as a Virtual Festival via the powerful Vertual Festival site.   More details to come, but I will still be co-emceeing virtually via technology that I don't understand.  I guess that means I need to do something with my hair. In any event, stay tuned for more details.

On to the shuffle!  We have a good one!

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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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Wild Wednesday Morning Shuffle - On the Village Green 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.

Wild Wednesday is here!  On Monday, we feature Nashville music- past and present.  On Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, we feature new music - mostly music submitted to us for featuring.  Wednesday, all bets are off. These are just cool tunes and sounds that have somehow made there way onto my phone memory card.  There may be some new music, but there will also be... well, show not tell - let's shuffle!

Wild Wednesday Morning Shuffle - Ooom Ba Pa Room Mix

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Onward and upward.  It is Wednesday, and that is the day things tend to get "wild" at E2TG. I call it Wild Wednesday - just because the shuffle comes from all of songs saved to my phone.  That means you might hear recent music that we have been featuring, past featured music, songs from my personal collection, random music files I got through various sources, plus some songs from the earliest days of E2TG, and sometimes songs that I have no clue how they came to be in my possession.   Let's jump right in!