E2TG 11/29/2021 - Music City Monday - Free to Be Mix (Applebees Remix Remix)

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We are back after the long holiday weekend.  

Here is a the LINK and playlist from Thursday's Thanksgiving edition of Greetings from Nashville on WXNA 

6:02am Greetings from Nashville by Jason and The Scorchers on Still Standing (EMI/EMI Records (USA))

6:02am The Day Before Thanksgiving by Darrell Scott on A Crooked Road (Full Light)

6:06am Going Home by Madeleine Besson on Journey Home (Madeleine Besson)

6:08am A Family Thing by Raging Fire on Everything Is Roses (1985 -1989) (Pristine Music)

6:11am To the Harvest Look Ahead (Live) by Kane Welch Kaplin on Live at the Bluebird (Dead Reckoning Records)

6:17am Come & Get It by Year of October on Trouble Comes (Year of October)

6:20am Dinner Plans by Todd Snider on Peace, Love and Anarchy (Rarities, B-Sides and Demos, Vol. 1) (Aimless Records)

6:20am Bake My Beans by Tom House on That Dark Calling (Catamount)

6:24am Little Glass of Wine by Paul Burch on East to West (Glider Ltd.)

6:30am Soybeans, Cotton and Corn by Tim Carroll on All Kinds of Pain (Gulcher)

6:33am Daddy’s Little Pumpkin by John Prine on The Missing Years (Oh Boy Records)

6:35am Sweet Potato by David Olney on One Tough Town (Red Parlor Records)

6:38am Mama, Bake a Pie by Peter Cooper on The Lloyd Green Album (Red Beet Records)

6:43am Plain Apple Pie by Gina Sicilia on Hey Sugar (SwingNation Records)

6:45am Clean Your Own Tables by Johnny Cash on John R. Cash (Columbia Nashville Legacy)

6:49am Rubbermaid by Tommy Womack on Stubborn (Sideburn Records)

6:50am The Pilgrim: Chapter 33 by Kris Kristofferson on The Silver Tongued Devil and I (SMSP)

6:53am For Which We Are Truly Thankful by Lambchop on How I Quit Smoking (Merge Records)

6:58am Turkey In The Straw by Vassar Clements on Grass Routes (Rounder)

Today's Music City Monday Shuffle is below....

 

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E2TG 8/23/2021 - Music City Monday and More - Queen of Nothing Mix (Destiny Remix)

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Technical difficulties means I am running late... 

Featured Friday Playlist recap (part 2 - the story continues) (songs 14-19):

14. "The Ballad of The Peshwari Naan" by The Pocket Gods

First up, we have a release from UK cult indie band - which is their tribute to BBC DJ John Peel - who briefly championed the band before his untimely death.  The prolific band has released 67 albums and over 40 singles and EPs since their inception.

15. "You Can't Save Everyone" by Owls & Aliens

Next up, we have the latest single from this 5 piece band from rural Oregon. 

16. "Bend Your Strings" by Pablo Infernal

Next up, we have the latest single from this band that formed in Zurich, Switzerland made up of musicians from Albania, Brazil, and Italy. 

17. "Wicked Woman" by Blacktop Mojo

Next up, we have the lead track from the self-titled 4th album by this five piece band from Texas. 

18. "Burden" by Somber Distortion

Next up we have the debut single from this solo project of Joni Kyynäräinen from Finland. 

19. "Home" by Iris Marlowe 

And, we close this segment of music with the latest single from this country/folk singer-songwriter from Chicago.  

 

         

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E2TG 7/26/2021 - Music City Monday - Hope Mix (Colfax Remix)

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Heading into the last week of July.  Life can be both wonderful and overwhelming at the same time.  I keep looking for a pause button but whenever circumstances force me to pause, I am uneasy and anxious to get moving again.  So, I try to find peace in the unease and take comfort knowing that anything that doesn't get done will either get done in its own time or didn't need to get done after all. 

Featured Friday Playlist recap (part 2) (songs 11-14):

11. "Levels" by Ifjams 

Chicago-based producer and rapper who I saw perform on Record Store Day at The Groove.  He has a track on the RSD release Kiss Your Ass Goodbye (John Prine tribute) put out by Nashville's Devil's Tower Records. 

12. "Sun" by Emma-Jean Thackray

UK singer-songwriters excellent Yellow album just hit streaming services. One of my favorites on 2021 so far.

13. "Name" by MESSER

Dallas Texas based rock band with this recent cover of the Goo Goo Dolls single. 

14. "Groove" by JAiRUS

And we close this section of music with the title track from the forthcoming new EP from this Maryland native and L.A. based, classically trained singer-songwriter.  A fantastic way to take us out of the recap for today. Listen for "Groove" on Ear to the Ground radio tomorrow morning. 
 

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E2TG 5/28/2021 - Featured Friday - After the War Mix (Pieces of Things Remix)

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Another Friday and another Featured Friday Playlist - some cool stuff in this week's playlist. Please check it out, and if you haven't,  give the Playlist  a follow. 

We begin our recap with the first 13 songs down below the jump. 

 

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E2TG 4/30/2021 - Featured Friday - Blockbuster Mix (Dirty Fingers Remix)

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Another week, another Featured Friday Playlist.  This week's list is slightly longer than last, and equally as full of great new and recent music. 

 

 

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E2TG 4/9/2021 - Featured Friday - Deanna, Deanna Mix (My Price Remix)

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It is Friday and time for another E2TG Featured Friday Playlist.  As usual, it will take us through next week to recap the playlist for you... We kick off with the first 10 songs below the jump.  You can check out the Playlist on Spotify - where you can follow the Playlist if so inclined. 

My usual disclaimer: Supporting artists means paying for music to the extent  you are able: sites like Bandcamp provide many opportunities to support the artists you love. Spotify is a great way to share and discover music, but they do not adequately support artists. 

 

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E2TG 3/19/2021 - Featured Friday - Can't Dance Mix (Undead Remix)

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So, here is the brand new Featured Friday Playlist - jam packed with returning E2TG favorites, long-anticipated album releases and as usual lots of new (to us) artists. 

Reminder, I am taking next week off - so E2TG will return on March 29 when we will pick up the recap at song #12 (but I'm getting ahead of myself - songs 1-11 are below... 

As usual, you can check out the whole playlist on Spotify and if you dig the Playlist give us a follow.  If you dig any of the music, find a way to support the artists: by music and merch, follow and share them on social media, when it is safe, go to shows... 
 

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Wild Wednesday Morning Shuffle - Mad As Hell Mix

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More Earie "Fun" facts/Info/FAQ (not that anyone has asked questions):

As determined, by me, last year, receiving an Earie during the month of December does not disqualify an artist or band from winning a "Golden Earier" (i.e. Artist or Band of the Year).

Also, I feel an impulse to "save" certain awards until later in the month - for dramatic effect or something, but given the fact that I do this all haphazardly and that I have a very distracted mind, I am choosing to just go ahead and award things as I think about them. (except for the aforementioned "Golden" Earies.

Now, to avoid being any more self-referential, I will move on and award some Earies:

The next category is the "Keep Nashville Cool and Interesting and Original and/or Funny and/or Wild and/or (fill in the blank with a word or phrase that means something good) -  Band" Award goes to... and we have a three way tie!

Microwave Mountain - I had been hearing about this band last year, and I finally got to see them in January during the Buck n Stuff Residency at the Legion. I was happy to jump on the bandwagon. Their debut album can now be streamed on Spotify - so go do that! 

Buck n Stuff - Speaking of... When you look at the credits of the band members - this COUNTRY MUSIC band is most definitely a "SUPERGROUP"  Drummer guy has been playing for the solo tour of one of the members of a legendary group from the American South which is named after an airplane (I think).  Bass Guy - can be found playing bass with tons of cool folks including  on a regular basis as part of the band for an iconic early weekend weekly event at a noted East Nashville venue with a number in it's name, and the Main Guy - is part of band named for a lyric of a song by a band that formed after the disillusion of another band that had an album that gave its name to a magazine.   They may have a live album coming soon that I may or may not have heard already.

The Big Dumb - Sometimes you pick a name quickly without thought and it sticks. That's what happened with Ear to the Ground. I was fortunate enough to witness the birth of The Big Dumb - kind of. I was at a show by a band called The Cult of Javi Jones when mid-set, they decided that they wanted a different name - and decided on The Big Dumb. I don't know if that name had been discussed before hand, but for the sake of the legend, I am going to assume it had not. I just recently got to see them again, and I was completely blown away. The Big Dumb are the backing band for Rayvon Pettis who is having his CD release show tomorrow night at Dee's, and that is a cool thing,  but if you get the chance, see these guys doing their own thing!


Next, the "Best Damn DJ Partner in the Whole World, Like, Ever" Award goes to... Sue Havlish! It was a close vote, but really no contest. Double Shot with Joe and Sue on WXNA has been the most incredible experience, and it is Sue who makes it so much fun to do. We are approaching our 80th show together, and we haven't yet run out of theme or stopped having a blast.  Thanks Sue!


On to the WILD WEDNESDAY SHUFFLE!

Trending Tuesday Morning Shuffle - Things Come to Me At Night Mix

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Greetings and salutations...   It is Tuesday!

Tonight a couple of events worth noting (among many cool things happening I am sure).

1.  East Side Storytellin' is a great series that pairs a songwriter with a poet/writer. It is held at the Post East and starts at 7:00. Tonight is their 85th edition and features writer Joshua Moore and reigning E2TG Artist of the Year Jon Latham.

2. A stellar local lineup at The Basement East beginning at 9:00.  Carl Anderson, Peyton Parker, Adrian+Meredith, and 2014 E2TG Artist of the Year Darrin Bradbury fresh off his star turn on Music City Roots.   That's right, two E2TG Artists of the Year in one night.

On Tuesday, we post songs from our Trending Tuesday playlist which includes new music, songs we have decided to feature, and assorted other goodies.  Dig in!

Tuesday Afternoon Spotify Shuffle - E2TG Anniversary Mix

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TOMORROW NIGHT!  DON'T MISS THE E2TG 5TH ANNIVERSARY EXTRAVAGANZA!!!!!


First of all... I am devastated by the loss of Guy Clark.  One of the best songwriters ever and an inspiration to so many of my favorite writers... Rest in Peace...

Well, I've been on the road, so I have not had time to post any shuffles during this anniversary week.  But, I am back home.  I have created an E2TG Playlist on Spotify which I will be using for the between act music tomorrow night. Representing a good cross-section of music I have featured on E2TG over the last 5 Years.

I decided to preview the playlist and of course I hit shuffle and these are the songs that come up...

See you (in person or in spirit tomorrow night!)

Music City Monday Morning Shuffle - The Road Got Blurry Mix

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So, spring has arrived and here in Nashville that has meant a brief cold snap. I seem to be over whatever it was that kind of knocked me out at the end of last week... ready to take on a new week. According to Facebook, I have 12 events with 51 friends coming up this week.  Fortunately, I do get Friday off work...

I did manage to venture out into a misty rain last night for a fine night of music at The Basement. Despite some vocal duress, Jon Latham was amazing as always.  Throwing a new song (for me anyway) into the mix and inviting up Peyton Parker to sing on a couple of tunes.  Peyton Parker has been on the current season of The Voice.   Next up was Charlie Whitten, who I saw a few weeks back, I once again was struck by his awesome songwriting, gentle good humor, and his whistling (which especially impresses me because I cannot really whistle).  Closing the night was Caleb Caudle who recently released Carolina Ghost to widespread acclaim. A great ending to a great night of music at a pretty pack out Basement.

It's Monday - I'm in Music City... let's do Music City Monday....

Featured Friday Morning Music Shuffle - For Money or Against Your Will Mix

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And so it goes, and we reach the end of another work week here at #E2TG.  Heading into the weekend just ahead of Thanksgiving here in the United States. There is  a ton of great music happening this weekend at different venues.  Choose your poison and get out there. 

Among the shows coming up today and tomorrow (and no I cannot make it to all of these):  Today: Joey Kneiser of Glossary is releasing a new record, and he will play this evening at Grimey's.  Will Kimbrough is also he releasing a new record, and he will be playing The Basement at 7:00 with Nellie Clay opening. Today is Tommy Womack's birthday, and we will playing around 9:00 at The Family Wash. Also tonight, the East Nashville Underground: A Magical Reunion is going on at The Basement East.  Plus there is the weekly, Tim Carroll Rock and Roll Happy Hour at The 5 Spot. Plus probably tons of other stuff.

Tomorrow night: One of this blog's favorites Mark Robinson Band will be playing an early show at The 5 Spot (6:00 start).  Joey Kneiser will be playing that venue after that.  Meanwhile, over at the Family Wash - Knoxville poet and songwriter R.B. Morris will be playing.  Plus the aforementioned East Nashville Underground event continues at The Beast.  and More...


We have a Featured Friday Shuffle that I am really happy about today... let's take a gander...

Thursday Morning Music Shuffle - Glorious Sound Mix

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(All though he probably won't read this): Thanks for Kevn Kinney for raising the bar for the 5 Spot residency, for putting on four very different and very awesome shows, and for reminding me once again why I love this town. (took someone not from town to do it, too!).  Last night was phenomenal with Kinney generously sharing his time with Todd Snider, Rorey Carroll, Tom Clark, Chuck Mead, and Warner Hodges (who was backed by Dan Baird, Joe Blanton, and Brad Pemberton). There were so many amazing moments.

Tonight should be another amazing night of music... did I mention I love this town?  The Basement East will be my destination tonight for Nancy Terzian and The Leg Men and Stone Cupid (starting at 7:00)  and then four full band sets from Darrin Bradbury, Brian Wright, Raelyn Nelson, and Lauren Farrah (starting at 9:00)

Now to the shuffle... and we have a great one today....

Monday Morning Music Shuffle - I Said That Mix

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It's Monday and man it sure is hot here in Nashville...  you know what else is hot? Today's shuffle!  Hot off the presses...  The #E2TG shuffle at it's best - widely and wildly divergent styles and themes of music congregate on my music player on a weekday morning...  enjoy!

Monday Morning Music Shuffle - The Drifting Mix

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I am thinking about starting a new weekly post or something promoting the #E2TG recommended  shows around Nashville each week.  I have not decided upon a format or anything, but if you have suggestions or events for consideration, hit me up.

In the meantime, get ready to kick off the last full week before Christmas with a pretty awesome show at The Building in East Nashville tonight.  It is Open Road Monday.  Doors open at 7:00 with music starting at 8:00.  The show features The Western Shore, Sarah Potenza, Darrin Bradbury and Jon Latham.  An open mic follows so bring you guitars and songs down and dig it. The BLDG is BYOB or you can cross the patio to Drifter's BBQ and bring something back. The Building is at 1008 #C Woodland Street right behind Drifter's. Come out for some Ear to the Ground recommended musical offerings..


"The Drifting" by The Torn Images

The opening track from the new album by California Indie Rock artist Briand Arabaca aided by some other California Indie rock musicians. Check it out.

"Harmless Sparks" by American Aquarium

I really dig this song off of the album Burn. Flicker. Die. It's been playing quite often on my music player. It may just be my favorite track on this album which is full of great songs.

"Runnin' Away" by Heather Powell

I'm about 90% sure this was a song that I already featured that got added back when I had my playlist delete incident. If so, you may have missed it or like me, you may be very happy to hear it again.  This is from Believe it to Life.  Her latest album, A Haze of Grays and Blues is due out in early 2015 on the True Groove label out of New York City.

"Car Cleveland" by John Lurie

I am a huge fan of director Jim Jarmusch.  This track comes from the Soundtrack of Jarmusch's 1984 film Stranger Than Paradise which stars John Lurie who also wrote the music for the film. 

"All I Do is Wonder" by D.C. Bloom

This may well be one of the most beautiful songs I've heard in a long time. It is listed as Unreleased on his ReverbNation page.  If this is still the case, I hope it will end up on album soon.  In the meantime, head over to his Website and signup.

"Shores" by Lindsay Ellyn

Okay, New York, you better enjoy Lindsay while you have her because Nashville wants her back!  I have this feeling (and I am not the only one) that 2015 is going to be a big year for Lindsay.  She has new music coming out in the new year, and I've been lucky enough to have heard some of it performed live... get on board the Lindsay express early or else I will tell you that I told you so.  This one his from her Shores EP.

"It's Too Late to Live in Austin" by Grant Peeples and the Peeples Republik

Another song that has been coming up fairly often on my music player.  A great song that references a midnight show of James McMurtry and his band.  Another one from the awesome album, Punishing the Myth.

"Trim Your Tree" by Jimmy Butler

With a hat tip to David Horton (Popa Tunes) we offer up another highly suggestive and inappropriate Christmas song from days of yore. This song from the album, "I'm Gonna Lasso Santa Claus."  Mojo Nixon covered this song in the early 90s on his album Horny Holidays.

"Samson in New Orleans" by Leonard Cohen

And we close things out with a song from the latest album from Leonard Cohen - called Popular Problems. 

VIDEO PLAYLIST

Thursday Morning Music Shuffle - Slow Drive Mix

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Okay... I'm tired - physically and emotionally drained, but I got a shuffle and it's a good one... so  let's do this thing!

Monday Morning Music Shuffle - Working Up a Sweat Mix

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I need to give some credit where it is due....  About a year and a half ago, based upon a suggestion from the enigmatic and amazing The Danbury Lie, I began compiling a daily Video playlist based upon my daily shuffle.  Before that I just posted videos with the song, but my hope was to create an easier listening experience. 

Now, due to the newishness and/or obscurity of some of the music I feature - as well as the vagrancies of what is available on You Tube, sometimes I can find the exact song, sometimes I can find a different song from the same artist or a different version of the same song, and sometimes I just have to punt.

Anyway, I mention this today because many of videos in the playlist today are not the exact song I listened to during my morning commute.  It's still a fine video playlist, and I hope you like it. 

I should also say that we don't really do theme shuffles here at #E2TG - we used to, but whatever... still by the laws of randomness and selective playlist creation, we do have some Halloween themed songs...

Shall we...

Friday Morning Music Shuffle - Addicted to War Mix

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Last night was so much fun...  Went to the Rocking Roots Guitar Showcase at The 5 Spot.  Four trios lead by incredible guitarists.  Nick Kane, Richie Owens with the Farm Bureau, Ted Drozdowski with his Scissormen, and Mark Robinson.  Great players with distinct and unique styles falling into the blues/roots area if labels mean much.  All of them were mind-blowingly awesome in very different ways.

Ted Drozdowski getting up close and personal at The 5 Spot



After that showcase, I stuck around to see a long-time favorite of Ear to  the Ground, Pony Boy.  She was a Featured Artist in August 2012, and since then she has spent some time in Nashville, had a song featured on the ABC show named after our fair city, and last night she played a bunch of Nashville's hottest players.  The qualities which first lead me to her music were all present - an amazing voice, great songs (the originals and covers), and a great stage presence.  It was good to finally meet her.

Let's jump into the shuffle: