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Wednesday, January 19, 2022
E2TG 1/19/2022 - Don't They Know - Lethargy Mix (Tennessee Remix)
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Thursday, April 15, 2021
E2TG 4/15/2021 - What to Put in this Spot - Tricky Love Mix (Therapy Remix)
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And just like that it is time to wrap up this week's Featured Friday Playlist. As always, we save some cool music to finish off the week (songs 28-32):
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My thoughts today are about the return to "normalcy". I am happy to have received both doses of the vaccine and I hope more people will reach that stage. I got to see live in-person, inside music for the first time on Sunday, but to me this is not yet a return to an old normal and to be honest, in some ways, that old normal is not coming back - which is okay - I look forward some new normal but I don't think we are there yet either. This current normal is something that I will have to adapt to I guess. For me, going out to see live music (usually in a smaller venue) was often a spontaneous thing, and I usually went out alone and then always met up with friends. The current normal seems to demand more planning and in some cases buying "pods" of four seats. For some, this works really well... for me, again, it will be an adjustment.
I also have a form a social anxiety which is kicked into high gear what with being away from going out for over a year, the new rules etc. This is something I will have to overcome in order for me to exist in this new normal.
I was not someone who often went to large gathering type events, so changes there will not affect me.
My night out Sunday went well - not much advance planning - I think several people were feeling our way around new expectations which helped with my anxiety. I felt more prone to stay rooted in one spot than I used to....
I always need to acknowledge that some people are not yet ready to go out like I did and some are way ahead of me on that. My general feeling is that the only people who are 100% certain of anything these days are the people who are clearly wrong. The rest of us are trying to do right, feeling our way through, and hoping for grace.
And just like that it is time to wrap up this week's Featured Friday Playlist. As always, we save some cool music to finish off the week (songs 28-32):
28. "Time Crystals" by Coyote Man
First up, we have a recent single from this Chicago-based progressive instrumental band. Cool stuff.
29. "Noah Mount" by Ben Conley
Next up, we have a bluesy new single from this L.A. based artist. This is my first exposure to his music, and I like it.
30. "Nosebleed" by ZOLA
Next, we have the first single following a year-long hiatus from San Francisco-based singer-songwriter ZOLA whose indie-pop music often combines French and English lyrics. A great sound on this track.
31. "HEADLIGHTS" by Sleep Nation
Keeping stateside for one more track, we have the new single from this alternative rock band from right here in Nashville. The powerhouse bluesy song's story is a modernized version of Wayne Cochran's 1961 song "Last Kiss" which was covered in more recent times by Pearl Jam.
32. "U Can't Hide" by RUMBLE (feat. Blackout Ja)
And we close things out today and for this week's playlist with our second time featuring the Chinese Man Records artists RUMBLE - who also closed out a playlist last November. Here they are joined by reggae dancehall legend Blackout Ja.
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Thursday, July 9, 2020
E2TG 7/9/2020 - Not Sure What to Say - Aegis of Song Mix (Halloween Remix)
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Way too much on my mind... I long for a simpler, quieter time, but now, it all seems so cacophonous and loud. People are shouting in righteous anger - some are shouting for justice and rights which have been denied for decades or centuries. Others are shouting for other reasons - less clearly justified to me, but nonetheless, there is a lot of shouting. Every day brings at least one new "breaking" atrocity from the current president. And, we are all - justifiably (I think) angry.
In Nashville, there wee 688 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours - another new record. Cases are on the rise in several states, and yet, I see people who seem to be living their lives as if nothing is going on. And, so, for those us who are taking this seriously, there seems to be no end in sight. There is a void of leadership on this issue and apathy if not outright disdain for taking precautions from the masses.
I don't know - I think I need to listen to some music... let's go!
And, we have reached the end of our review of the Featured Friday Playlist from 7/3/2020. A brand new playlist will be up tomorrow. You can still check out this week's playlist until the new one posts. We have the final three songs to review. Songs 17-19. As usual, I saved some of our best music for the end. Also, please follow E2TG Featured Friday Playlist on Spotify so you don't miss anything!
17. "Laura Jones" by Matthew Frederick
I hope you enjoyed listening to this week's playlist at least as much as I love bringing it to you. Tune in tomorrow for a brand new list. We already have 36 minutes of music on deck - and that is before tomorrow's new releases and any last minute adds. It looks like next week's list could be a long one!
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Way too much on my mind... I long for a simpler, quieter time, but now, it all seems so cacophonous and loud. People are shouting in righteous anger - some are shouting for justice and rights which have been denied for decades or centuries. Others are shouting for other reasons - less clearly justified to me, but nonetheless, there is a lot of shouting. Every day brings at least one new "breaking" atrocity from the current president. And, we are all - justifiably (I think) angry.
In Nashville, there wee 688 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours - another new record. Cases are on the rise in several states, and yet, I see people who seem to be living their lives as if nothing is going on. And, so, for those us who are taking this seriously, there seems to be no end in sight. There is a void of leadership on this issue and apathy if not outright disdain for taking precautions from the masses.
I don't know - I think I need to listen to some music... let's go!
And, we have reached the end of our review of the Featured Friday Playlist from 7/3/2020. A brand new playlist will be up tomorrow. You can still check out this week's playlist until the new one posts. We have the final three songs to review. Songs 17-19. As usual, I saved some of our best music for the end. Also, please follow E2TG Featured Friday Playlist on Spotify so you don't miss anything!
17. "Laura Jones" by Matthew Frederick
We start things off with a wonderful song by a singer-songwriter from Wales. Frederick fronts the band Climbing Trees. This is his brand new single.18. "Typhoon" by Laura Cortese & the Dance Cards
Next, we have the second Featured Friday appearance for Laura Cortese & the Dance Cards - it is the latest single ahead of the July 17th release of their new album Bitter Better. Cortese is now based in Belgium, and the album was recorded ahead of the quarantine.19. "Contradictions" by Petter Carlsen
And we close out this segment and the playlist with another returning artist. The Norwegian singer-songwriter is back with another track from his forthcoming new album The Sum of Every Shade.
I hope you enjoyed listening to this week's playlist at least as much as I love bringing it to you. Tune in tomorrow for a brand new list. We already have 36 minutes of music on deck - and that is before tomorrow's new releases and any last minute adds. It looks like next week's list could be a long one!
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Tuesday, June 9, 2020
E2TG 6/9/2020 - What are words for? - This is Reality Mix (Pink Grout Remix)
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Words. As a writer, words are very important to me. I try to be precise in the words I use to make sure they convey what I am trying to communicate.
It seems like over the last day or two, the theme of words has come up more than once. Celebrities being called out for their past or present words. Debates over the concept of "Defunding" the police. And the inflammatory words being used by our local, state, and national leaders to evoke gut-level reactions.
On the issue of the phrase "Defund the Police". I can see both sides of the debate. First of all I totally understand and support the concept. The money taken from police department budgets should be reallocated to professionals like mental health experts, education, healthcare etc. And police officers should be pulled from doing things for which they are are not properly trained.
So, this is a concept I think many Americans would support, but if they hear "Defund the Police" they will be turned off. I get that. But, at the same time, I understand why certain activists and group chose that language. Many of them have been fighting this battle for years without widespread public support - being ignored or not heard. So, "Defund the Police" gets heard and it opens dialogue. But, how do we get the average voter to push back their initial reaction to the phrase? I don't know.
To be honest, it bothers me that we have to work so hard to convince the average voter that we are better than a fascists government that violently attacks the free press, uses tear gas on peaceful protesters, support violent attacks on elderly citizens. "Well, those things are terrible, but you said 'Defund the police', and we couldn't be bothered to look into what that means, so we are going to support the fascists rather than you."
I get it - but I am frustrated. So, how should be explain "Defunding the Police" in a soundbite culture?
Here is another point - semi-related, how does the campaign to defeat President Trump defer from the Black Lives Matter protests and movement? Where do they separate? Here is what I mean. As a white American, I do not feel it is my place to tell my Black brothers and sisters how to protest or what words to use or not use. But, as someone who is working to remove the cancerous tumor from this country, I feel I have an obligation to weigh in on tactics and language of that message. In this moment, the two movements are linked. But, I think there is a separation.
I don't know. I just needed to vent some words. Words. Words. And I am not sure I said what I meant to say. I truly hope there are no words in my past that I would regret if they were brought to light. But as someone who writes a lot of words it is hard to say. I know my own heart but would everyone who reads my words understand the thoughts behind the words.
Many of us are evolving day by day, but we are still responsible for the words and actions of our less evolved selves.
Words, words, words...
Our Featured Friday Recap continues with songs #12-16 (tomorrow songs #17-21)
12. "Runnin'" by Wayne Graham, The Green Apple Sea
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Words. As a writer, words are very important to me. I try to be precise in the words I use to make sure they convey what I am trying to communicate.
It seems like over the last day or two, the theme of words has come up more than once. Celebrities being called out for their past or present words. Debates over the concept of "Defunding" the police. And the inflammatory words being used by our local, state, and national leaders to evoke gut-level reactions.
On the issue of the phrase "Defund the Police". I can see both sides of the debate. First of all I totally understand and support the concept. The money taken from police department budgets should be reallocated to professionals like mental health experts, education, healthcare etc. And police officers should be pulled from doing things for which they are are not properly trained.
So, this is a concept I think many Americans would support, but if they hear "Defund the Police" they will be turned off. I get that. But, at the same time, I understand why certain activists and group chose that language. Many of them have been fighting this battle for years without widespread public support - being ignored or not heard. So, "Defund the Police" gets heard and it opens dialogue. But, how do we get the average voter to push back their initial reaction to the phrase? I don't know.
To be honest, it bothers me that we have to work so hard to convince the average voter that we are better than a fascists government that violently attacks the free press, uses tear gas on peaceful protesters, support violent attacks on elderly citizens. "Well, those things are terrible, but you said 'Defund the police', and we couldn't be bothered to look into what that means, so we are going to support the fascists rather than you."
I get it - but I am frustrated. So, how should be explain "Defunding the Police" in a soundbite culture?
Here is another point - semi-related, how does the campaign to defeat President Trump defer from the Black Lives Matter protests and movement? Where do they separate? Here is what I mean. As a white American, I do not feel it is my place to tell my Black brothers and sisters how to protest or what words to use or not use. But, as someone who is working to remove the cancerous tumor from this country, I feel I have an obligation to weigh in on tactics and language of that message. In this moment, the two movements are linked. But, I think there is a separation.
I don't know. I just needed to vent some words. Words. Words. And I am not sure I said what I meant to say. I truly hope there are no words in my past that I would regret if they were brought to light. But as someone who writes a lot of words it is hard to say. I know my own heart but would everyone who reads my words understand the thoughts behind the words.
Many of us are evolving day by day, but we are still responsible for the words and actions of our less evolved selves.
Words, words, words...
Our Featured Friday Recap continues with songs #12-16 (tomorrow songs #17-21)
12. "Runnin'" by Wayne Graham, The Green Apple Sea
Wayne Graham is a band a band from Kentucky formed by two brother - neither named Wayne Graham or Wayne or Graham. Kenny and Hayden Miles to be precise. My fellow music lover and friend Crystal Rhoten kept talking about them, and I finally got to see them live last year, and I finally understood. I am a fan.13. "Gravity" by Sammy Brue
Utah based singer-songwriter Sammy Brue's new album Crash Test Kid will be released this Friday. This week, we have the final single released ahead of the album. I am so excited about this album. As I have alluded to before, Brue is living up to the potential he showed at a very young age, and at this point, the "young" adjective is not really needed - not that he isn't young, but that he has matured as an artist.14. "Run to You" by Julia Anrather
Next, we have a new single from NYC indie pop singer/songwriter. Lush and emotive.15. "Dance Alone" by Darwin
Next up, we have the new single from California synth-based artist Darwin - who is the manager of David J (Bauhaus and Love and Rockets). Somewhat dark in tone, the song is nonetheless uplifting as only dark music can be.16. "Plasma Platter" by People Without Shoes, Inkswell
And today's recap closes out with a track from NYC hip-hop artists People Without Shoes - joined here by Australian producer Inkswell.
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