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Happy New Year! I am back to blogging after an extended holiday.
ICYMI - I made the Bands and Artists of the Year announcement late last week. HERE is the link to that post.
If you are going to be in Nashville on Sunday January 14 (which happens to be my birthday), E2TG will be hosting a show at The Local (formerly known as The Country) - music starts at 8:00.
On the bill will be Conrad y Skordalia, Nelson Zimmerman and Quinn (featuring Sean Quinn), and Danny Henry (who will be en route from Connecticut to California). It should be a great night of music, and I hope to see you there. Here is the event link from Facebook.
Now I am Ready to kick into the new year. I have a ton of new music queued up, and I have some ideas for some changes for 2018. In the meantime, I am going ease into the new year with three days of "Wild" shuffles of all the songs on my phone at present.
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Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Wild Wednesday Morning Shuffle - 56 Trees Mix
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The truth about writing a daily blog for six plus years is that you have to do it sometimes when you just don't feel like it. I have only had one significant time of not posting regularly during the entire six years of the existence of E2TG, and that was due to some significant life circumstances which forced me to take a break - and even then I tried to make some periodic posts to keep things going. The internet is littered with blogs of all kinds that just stopped at some point. No final post - just stopped. Chances are the blogger thought they would post again soon and it just never happened. I get it. I had a blog before E2TG (not a music blog - actually I'm not sure what it was) I wrote in it periodically and then at some point, I just stopped and after a time I realized it was dead.
I don't know why I am writing all this except that the past couple of weeks have been pretty stressful on several different fronts and levels, and I haven't always felt like blogging, but I have kept on. I figure, I force myself to get up and go to work, I listen to music (pretty much a given) so why not write about it. Also, I know if I give into the temporary apathy or whatever you want to call it, then I will likely start making that a habit and then one day, I will realize that E2TG is dead.
I assume that at some point I will stop writing E2TG, but I hope when I do that it is intentional and that I will go out in a blaze of glory. Anyway, that day is not today.
Meanwhile don't even get me started on the latest from the Twit in Chief.
It is Wednesday. A day when we open up the barn doors and let all our horses run free... or to put it another way, we shuffle up the entire Song list in my phone and see what happens. We call it Wild Wednesday - because things sometimes get wild and because it is like a "wild card" - it may be anything.
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The truth about writing a daily blog for six plus years is that you have to do it sometimes when you just don't feel like it. I have only had one significant time of not posting regularly during the entire six years of the existence of E2TG, and that was due to some significant life circumstances which forced me to take a break - and even then I tried to make some periodic posts to keep things going. The internet is littered with blogs of all kinds that just stopped at some point. No final post - just stopped. Chances are the blogger thought they would post again soon and it just never happened. I get it. I had a blog before E2TG (not a music blog - actually I'm not sure what it was) I wrote in it periodically and then at some point, I just stopped and after a time I realized it was dead.
I don't know why I am writing all this except that the past couple of weeks have been pretty stressful on several different fronts and levels, and I haven't always felt like blogging, but I have kept on. I figure, I force myself to get up and go to work, I listen to music (pretty much a given) so why not write about it. Also, I know if I give into the temporary apathy or whatever you want to call it, then I will likely start making that a habit and then one day, I will realize that E2TG is dead.
I assume that at some point I will stop writing E2TG, but I hope when I do that it is intentional and that I will go out in a blaze of glory. Anyway, that day is not today.
Meanwhile don't even get me started on the latest from the Twit in Chief.
It is Wednesday. A day when we open up the barn doors and let all our horses run free... or to put it another way, we shuffle up the entire Song list in my phone and see what happens. We call it Wild Wednesday - because things sometimes get wild and because it is like a "wild card" - it may be anything.
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Wild Wednesday Morning Shuffle - Wheel Well Mix
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Wow. This is last day of November! How the heck did that happen. Well 2016 has been a tough year for a lot of people for a lot of different reasons. November has definitely had its challenges for me personally. But, just for today, things are looking up. I feel completely unprepared for the onslaught of December. Look for my 2nd Annual "Earie Awards" posts to begin soon.
Well after several days off, it's time to jump back into the shuffle. It is Wednesday and once again I am shuffling from all of the songs on my phone. Here is the final shuffle of November 2016.
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Wow. This is last day of November! How the heck did that happen. Well 2016 has been a tough year for a lot of people for a lot of different reasons. November has definitely had its challenges for me personally. But, just for today, things are looking up. I feel completely unprepared for the onslaught of December. Look for my 2nd Annual "Earie Awards" posts to begin soon.
Well after several days off, it's time to jump back into the shuffle. It is Wednesday and once again I am shuffling from all of the songs on my phone. Here is the final shuffle of November 2016.
Saturday, January 9, 2016
Saturday Shuffle - Getting Stuff Done Mix
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Hey, I needed to get some "stuff done" today, and I decided to shuffle some music while I got the "stuff done". So, welcome to a rare Saturday shuffle. Limited descriptions - just a ton of cool tunes.
As I mentioned yesterday, E2TG's reigning Artist of the Year was selected by Nashville's Lightning 100 to be their Artist of the Week. As part of that, he played a free show yesterday evening at Soulshine Pizza, and he played one of the best shows I have ever seen him put on. I could not have been more proud.
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Hey, I needed to get some "stuff done" today, and I decided to shuffle some music while I got the "stuff done". So, welcome to a rare Saturday shuffle. Limited descriptions - just a ton of cool tunes.
As I mentioned yesterday, E2TG's reigning Artist of the Year was selected by Nashville's Lightning 100 to be their Artist of the Week. As part of that, he played a free show yesterday evening at Soulshine Pizza, and he played one of the best shows I have ever seen him put on. I could not have been more proud.
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Wednesday Morning Music Shuffle - Los Angels Mix
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Welcome back. Well, this should be the last late post of the week. Plus, my new bluetooth earphones came in today. So the shuffle will be continue onward unabated.
So some of you have asked about the integrity of the E2TG "Earie" Awards. The ballots are stored in a secret and remote location watched over by a team of trained seals. Unlike some of the fancy awards, we could not afford a Certified Accountant to monitor our processes, so we went with a certifiable accountant. Did I ever mention that I am an accountant. Seriously though, the whole process takes place inside my head, and that is as remote and secret as it gets.
Today's award: I'm calling it the "Mott the Hoople" Award aka the "All the Young Dudes" Award.
The premise: No premise really, just an award to some of the young dudes who made cool music in 2015. (keep in mind, I'm getting up there in age so "young" is a term that is more broadly defined everyday, but these dudes qualify by my standards...
The Award goes to:
1. Josh Morris - When (former E2TG Featured Artist) And the Giraffe parted ways, Josh Morris turned his attention to his solo work. Green Fields was released early in the year, Morris has new music in the works that promises a change in direction from Green Fields. In addition, Morris is quickly making a name for himself as a go-to producer.
2. James Tomberlin - When James Tomberlin left town to return to school, he left a unique but significant hole in the Nashville songwriting community. Fortunately, before he left town, he recorded a album, Still Life With Orange which by the way was produced by Josh Morris. I, for one, though, miss his arcane and sophisticated sense of humor.
3. Patrick Kinsley - For a Thousand Miles is flat out one of my favorite albums of 2015. It is an excellent showcase for the mass of contradictions that is Patrick Kinsley. Earnest heartland flavored rock and roll music with simple but intelligent lyrics and a deep emotional resonance. The album is a journey.
4. Zachariah Red - The new Zach Red album is due out just after the first of the year, and I can't wait. But, his single, "40 Miles" was released just in time for the totally fictional "Earie" deadline. Bringing the wisdom and work ethic of a Wisconsin carpenter, the energy of a former punk rocker, and songwriting chops, Zachariah Red plays real country music effortlessly.
(There a couple of other people who might qualify for this award, but I may have something else in mind for them)....
To the shuffle:
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Welcome back. Well, this should be the last late post of the week. Plus, my new bluetooth earphones came in today. So the shuffle will be continue onward unabated.
So some of you have asked about the integrity of the E2TG "Earie" Awards. The ballots are stored in a secret and remote location watched over by a team of trained seals. Unlike some of the fancy awards, we could not afford a Certified Accountant to monitor our processes, so we went with a certifiable accountant. Did I ever mention that I am an accountant. Seriously though, the whole process takes place inside my head, and that is as remote and secret as it gets.
Today's award: I'm calling it the "Mott the Hoople" Award aka the "All the Young Dudes" Award.
The premise: No premise really, just an award to some of the young dudes who made cool music in 2015. (keep in mind, I'm getting up there in age so "young" is a term that is more broadly defined everyday, but these dudes qualify by my standards...
The Award goes to:
1. Josh Morris - When (former E2TG Featured Artist) And the Giraffe parted ways, Josh Morris turned his attention to his solo work. Green Fields was released early in the year, Morris has new music in the works that promises a change in direction from Green Fields. In addition, Morris is quickly making a name for himself as a go-to producer.
2. James Tomberlin - When James Tomberlin left town to return to school, he left a unique but significant hole in the Nashville songwriting community. Fortunately, before he left town, he recorded a album, Still Life With Orange which by the way was produced by Josh Morris. I, for one, though, miss his arcane and sophisticated sense of humor.
3. Patrick Kinsley - For a Thousand Miles is flat out one of my favorite albums of 2015. It is an excellent showcase for the mass of contradictions that is Patrick Kinsley. Earnest heartland flavored rock and roll music with simple but intelligent lyrics and a deep emotional resonance. The album is a journey.
4. Zachariah Red - The new Zach Red album is due out just after the first of the year, and I can't wait. But, his single, "40 Miles" was released just in time for the totally fictional "Earie" deadline. Bringing the wisdom and work ethic of a Wisconsin carpenter, the energy of a former punk rocker, and songwriting chops, Zachariah Red plays real country music effortlessly.
(There a couple of other people who might qualify for this award, but I may have something else in mind for them)....
To the shuffle:
Monday, October 19, 2015
Monday Morning Music Shuffle - Cold Front Mix
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Here we go... another week!
Kind of a low-key weekend. Got to hang out with some of the folks from Nashville's newest radio station: WXNA-LPFM on Saturday, and I picked up my t-shirt and tote bag. Things seem to be rolling along. The studio will be in the former location of Thirty Tigers above Grimey's and The Basement.
Last night, I went to the Basement East where East Nashville Songwriters Club made their debut in the new location with sets by Allen Thompson, Jay Rutherford (of Los Colognes) and Elise Davis. Cool night of music!
Speaking of cool... the temperatures were in the 30s this morning. Which makes the first song of the shuffle appropriate even is weather isn't exactly what the song is about.
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Here we go... another week!
Kind of a low-key weekend. Got to hang out with some of the folks from Nashville's newest radio station: WXNA-LPFM on Saturday, and I picked up my t-shirt and tote bag. Things seem to be rolling along. The studio will be in the former location of Thirty Tigers above Grimey's and The Basement.
Last night, I went to the Basement East where East Nashville Songwriters Club made their debut in the new location with sets by Allen Thompson, Jay Rutherford (of Los Colognes) and Elise Davis. Cool night of music!
Speaking of cool... the temperatures were in the 30s this morning. Which makes the first song of the shuffle appropriate even is weather isn't exactly what the song is about.
Saturday, October 17, 2015
Saturday Morningish Music Shuffle - Spring Cleaning Mix
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A rare Saturday shuffle to make up for not posting yesterday... life happens - you know....
It's been a very interesting week in many ways. Musically, since we last connected, Thursday night, I went to week 3 of 5 of Campfire Propaganda. It was a blast with the usual suspects - who are some pretty awesome songwriters: Brian Wright, Tim Easton, Megan Palmer, Darrin Bradbury, and Nellie Clay plus this week joined by Matt Haeck. Then, I headed to The Family Wash to see Bark (Tim and Susan of Tim Lee 3) play an awesome set and then back up Jim Mize along with Laurie Stirratt.
Last night, it was the Jon Latham CD Release Show at Belcourt Taps. Darrin Bradbury opened. A really fun time. Jon was joined by Haley Dreis, Josh Morris, Shawn Conerton, and Sean Quinn. And he even asked me to emcee the show. There was tons going on musically around Nashville last night, and I though I don't like that I missed some of the things that I missed, I know I was at the right place.
Speaking of Jon Latham. In case you missed it, I wrote some words about Real Bad News - his brand new album. You can check it out HERE.
Just some tunes I listened to while I did some spring cleaning this morning. And, the answer is yes, I do know that it is mid-October. What can I say, it has been a crazy, busy summer...
I am not going to comment on the songs - many I found the actual song for the Video Playlist. If something interests you, and you need help finding out more - shoot me a line and I will tell you all I know. Meanwhile, sit back and enjoy and maybe if you need to do some spring cleaning you can listen while you clean - like I did.
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A rare Saturday shuffle to make up for not posting yesterday... life happens - you know....
It's been a very interesting week in many ways. Musically, since we last connected, Thursday night, I went to week 3 of 5 of Campfire Propaganda. It was a blast with the usual suspects - who are some pretty awesome songwriters: Brian Wright, Tim Easton, Megan Palmer, Darrin Bradbury, and Nellie Clay plus this week joined by Matt Haeck. Then, I headed to The Family Wash to see Bark (Tim and Susan of Tim Lee 3) play an awesome set and then back up Jim Mize along with Laurie Stirratt.
Last night, it was the Jon Latham CD Release Show at Belcourt Taps. Darrin Bradbury opened. A really fun time. Jon was joined by Haley Dreis, Josh Morris, Shawn Conerton, and Sean Quinn. And he even asked me to emcee the show. There was tons going on musically around Nashville last night, and I though I don't like that I missed some of the things that I missed, I know I was at the right place.
Speaking of Jon Latham. In case you missed it, I wrote some words about Real Bad News - his brand new album. You can check it out HERE.
Just some tunes I listened to while I did some spring cleaning this morning. And, the answer is yes, I do know that it is mid-October. What can I say, it has been a crazy, busy summer...
I am not going to comment on the songs - many I found the actual song for the Video Playlist. If something interests you, and you need help finding out more - shoot me a line and I will tell you all I know. Meanwhile, sit back and enjoy and maybe if you need to do some spring cleaning you can listen while you clean - like I did.
Monday, October 12, 2015
Monday Morning Music Shuffle - Put the Blame on VTR Mix
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Songs of the Road is a pretty awesome concept - take a songwriter on a relatively short road trip, have them write a song along the way, and then record the song and play it live that same day. SongCraft Presents and Acoustic Café have teamed up with Ford Motor Company to make this happen. I had the great pleasure of premiering the latest session on No Depression this morning. I really hope you will check it out. HERE. Ear to the Ground readers may recognize SongCraft Present's Ben Arthur - who works with the featured songwriters. Ben's own music has been featured here several times. Matthew Hendershot of our very good friends, The End Men also works on the video side of the project.
Today's shuffle is a real mixed bag... so let's get to it....
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Songs of the Road is a pretty awesome concept - take a songwriter on a relatively short road trip, have them write a song along the way, and then record the song and play it live that same day. SongCraft Presents and Acoustic Café have teamed up with Ford Motor Company to make this happen. I had the great pleasure of premiering the latest session on No Depression this morning. I really hope you will check it out. HERE. Ear to the Ground readers may recognize SongCraft Present's Ben Arthur - who works with the featured songwriters. Ben's own music has been featured here several times. Matthew Hendershot of our very good friends, The End Men also works on the video side of the project.
Today's shuffle is a real mixed bag... so let's get to it....
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Thursday Morning Music Shuffle - H.S.K.T. Mix
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Well here we are... late, but I did listen to this shuffle this morning. Been on the road most of the day, so I'm just posting it now. I got to keep it brief, but check out the great music.
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Well here we are... late, but I did listen to this shuffle this morning. Been on the road most of the day, so I'm just posting it now. I got to keep it brief, but check out the great music.
Thursday, May 14, 2015
Thursday Morning Music Shuffle - Weirdo Mix
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Yesterday, I posted a listing of the live music I have seen this week. Last night, I had the opportunity to visit the famous Cash Cabin in Hendersonville to meet and hear some really awesome music from a San Diego band called Talk Like June. They have been recording at the cabin with John Carter Cash producing. The music was great, and they stories and people were truly incredible. The spirit of Johnny and June Carter Cash is so present in that relatively small space.
Please understand, though, I gather no pleasure from seeing incredible live shows and meeting legendary music figures and all of that... I do it all for you dear reader - so that I may bring all of those experiences back with me and make Ear to the Ground the best it can be, It's a dirty job, but someone has to do it...
Please don't feel too bad for me, though....
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Yesterday, I posted a listing of the live music I have seen this week. Last night, I had the opportunity to visit the famous Cash Cabin in Hendersonville to meet and hear some really awesome music from a San Diego band called Talk Like June. They have been recording at the cabin with John Carter Cash producing. The music was great, and they stories and people were truly incredible. The spirit of Johnny and June Carter Cash is so present in that relatively small space.
Please understand, though, I gather no pleasure from seeing incredible live shows and meeting legendary music figures and all of that... I do it all for you dear reader - so that I may bring all of those experiences back with me and make Ear to the Ground the best it can be, It's a dirty job, but someone has to do it...
Please don't feel too bad for me, though....
Monday, May 4, 2015
Monday Morning Music Shuffle - Paramours and Thieves Mix
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Welcome to the working week! We start off what is shaping up to be a challenging week with a pretty diverse shuffle.... let's jump right in...
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Welcome to the working week! We start off what is shaping up to be a challenging week with a pretty diverse shuffle.... let's jump right in...
Friday, January 16, 2015
Friday Morning Music Shuffle - Talking inYour Sleep Mix
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I had a technical glitch which prevented me from going back to review the songs in this morning's shuffle, so I did the best I could from memory. I realize that no one would know the difference, but I felt the need to be honest about that. I think I came pretty close (possible some songs out of order)...
I had a technical glitch which prevented me from going back to review the songs in this morning's shuffle, so I did the best I could from memory. I realize that no one would know the difference, but I felt the need to be honest about that. I think I came pretty close (possible some songs out of order)...
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