E2TG 5/16/2022 - Music City Monday - This Love Mix (Ten Bullets Remix)

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We start another week with another Music City Monday shuffle - featuring a random shuffle from our extensive Music City Monday playlist.  Enjoy!

 

 

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E2TG 2/7/2022 - Music City Monday - Suicide Weather Mix (Sunday Women Remix)

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Another Monday and another Music City Monday.  Let's go!

 

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E2TG 9/20/2021 - Music City Monday - Sweet Krazy Mix (Coal Train Remix)

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Hard to believe it, but Americana Week is here. The return to a live event will different - proof of vaccine or negative test will be required, I expect - but don't know - that there will smaller crowds in general. But, there is still going to be a lot happening - and one event, I am particularly excited about is the Magnolia Roads - American Roots Saturday & Backyard Campfire Sessions.  I will be teaming up with the incredible Emily Hansen of Magnolia Roads to co-emcee the event which boasts 20+ musical acts on two stages - including several E2TG favorites - like Jon Latham, Allen and Keshia of LadyCouch, The Natchez Tracers, Renee Wahl & The Sworn Secrets, Chip Greene, Mike Younger, David Newbould, The Minks, Don Gallardo, Tim Easton, Amelia White, Ted Russell Kamp, and more. 

The show goes from 11:30am until 8pm at Dee's Country Cocktail Lounge.  The schedule and details can be found  here - stop by or hangout all day. 

Featured Friday Playlist recap (part 2 - what comes after the first part) (songs 16-22):

16. "Reaches of the Universe" by Coyote Man

Chicago based Progressive, instrumental band with the lead track from their new album. 

17. "Happy Place" by Louise Cappi

From the new album. Hope, whose title took on new meaning in the wake of Hurricane Ida. Louise Cappi is based in New Orleans. 

18. "Underneath Your Spell" by Ewan MacFarlane

Single from the forthcoming debut solo album by the Glascow music legend. 

19. "Burning House of Love" by Jesse Dayton

Austin Texas singer-songwriter Jesse Dayton with a cover of the X song. 

20. "Come Back Jimmy" by Matthew James Adkins

Michigan's Matthew James Adkins returns to the playlist with a track from his just released album Stoned on My Own. 

21. "When The Lights Went Out" by Bailey Tomkinson

Next up, the latest single from the UK-based singer-songwriter. 

22. "The Ballad of K69996 Roma" by Nick Hudson

And finally, Nick Hudson (who E2TG may know from Academy of Sun) just released his new EP K69996roma, and we have the lead and sort of title track to close out this segment of the Playlist. 

 

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E2TG 3/31/2021 - March Goes Out Like a... - Hey Captain! Mix (Bad Remix)

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And just like that we are already a quarter of a way through 2021.  A hundred or so thoughts just went through my head when I thought about where we are at  this juncture.  So, I guess I will ask my reader - how and where are you in  the context of hope vs. anxiety? (hope that things are improving and the light may be visible vs. anxiety that some are moving too fast toward a return to some sort of normalcy). 

I guess there seems to be a great divide even among those who formerly were on the same page in terms of the pandemic.   I think I am stuck somewhere in the middle of hope and anxiety.  I do see that light (which might be an on-coming train) but I also see the stark reality that a significant percentage of people are refusing to be vaccinated - and I am not just talking about some anti-vax fringe... And I fear that will slow recovery. I am also concerned that some are rushing to reopen - but that anxiety also fuels my anxiety about what reopening will look like for me personally.  What I mean: going out to see live music was always a social event and a reprieve from the normal anxieties of life. So, seeing live music -  with less social engagement and with more anxiety of how to behave and how to be safe - isn't so appealing to me. 

I just want to fast-forward to some future state when a new normal has been established and I know exactly how to behave and what to expect. 

We move along in our Featured Friday Recap. Today: Songs 24-29

24. "The Knockout Artist" by Cathal Coughlan

First up, we have a recent single and track from the new album by Irish indie legend Cathal Coughlan (Microdisney, The Fatima Mansions).  A stirring track and a great way to start out this Wednesday. 

25. "Voyeurs Who Offer Nothing" by Nick Hudson

  Next up, we have the lovely lead track from the new 3-song single from Nick Hudson (The Academy of Sun). The principal song is called "Come Back When There's Nothing Left". The third track on the single is a cover of Oingo Boingo's "Not My Slave". 

26. "No Miento" by Coque Tornado

Next up, we have the brief and atypical lead track from El Toledano by this hard rock band from Madrid. The band has a really interesting sound that combines a variety of influences into something unique. As I said, there are probably more typical examples of the band's sound - although they are very diverse - but this lovely piece caught my ear late on the Thursday night I was putting the Playlist together. 

27. "Guilty Pleasure" by What If Elephants; Flara K

Next up, some delicious indie pop confection from Montreal based band - the latest single from their forthcoming Relationship Status EP. Great stuff. 

28. "Talk With You" by Remington Super 60

Next up, Norwegian band Remington Super 60 return to E2TG with the lead track from their recent album Nouvelle Nouveau. A great opportunity to reconnect with this band - we first featured last year. 

29. "Angel Follows Me Out" by Gallery 47

And finally, we close out this segment of music with a lovely new single from this UK folk-pop band.  A wonderful way to prepare out way to finish off our recap tomorrow. 
 

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E2TG 3/05/2021 - Featured Friday - For My Health Mix (Better Way Remix)

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ICYMI - Earlier today, we premiered and featured the new video and single from Dolour.  You can chek it out, HERE. 

It is time for a new Featured Friday Playlist (which you can stream and "Follow" below and we begin our week-long recap with the first ten songs down below the jump. 

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E2TG - Video Feature - "The Day Tom Petty Died" by Dolour/Shane Tutmarc

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Over the past couple of year, Shane Tutmarc has released some older previous unfinished songs under the name of  his Seattle band Dolour (The Royal We) and an incredible career retrospective that covered several different phases of his career (Written & Produced by Shane Tutmarc). Now, we are finally set to get an album of all-new songs - the first since Solar Twin's Pink Noise album in 2017.

The new Dolour album Televangelist is due out April 2.

E2TG 10/08/2020 - Like a Flies on... that ain't Sherbet - Unhappy Fly Mix (Brave New World Remix)

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A little short on time.  Just a quick reminder to vote and encourage your friends to vote. Also, I know that yesterday, I said I was done joking about this stuff- but I mean, come on, that fly!

Wow! I can't believe it is already time to wrap up our recap of this week's Playlist - but it is... time to make way for a brand new playlist tomorrow....  Today, though, songs 21-24 - I always like to save some the most interesting selections for the end of the playlist. 

21. "I Know You" by Mantis & the Prayer

We start with a track from Murder Ballad and the Blue a AA single from Melbourne based trio Mantis & the Prayer. The band released their first album in 2016. This was my first exposure to them, and I was impressed. Cool stuff. 

22. "Heart Land" by Gold Hick

Next up, we previously featured a single from UK artist Gold Hick. Now, the album Formed At Depth is out. When I first featured Gold Hick, I was unaware that he is a part of the band Broads who we featured heavily in recent years.  I am glad that, even though I didn't realize that connection, I connected with this artist.  Really interesting music. 

23. "Afterglow" by The Sea at Midnight

We have featured several tracks by L.A. based post punk artist The Sea at Midnight - which is the project of singer-songwriter Vince Grant. This is the latest single and a great song. 

24. "Impact" by The Subtheory

Andy Hill is an electronic music artist who divides his time between L.A. and the UK. This is the title track from the new EP, and a wonderful way to close out this Playlist!
 

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E2TG 10/01/2020 - October (You go on and on) - Hard Times Mix (Dancer Remix)

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Well it is officially October now.  October has historically been one of my favorite months - the height of Autumn which is probably my favorite season. 

In reality, though, I think many of my feelings about the season are nostalgic in nature - remembering backyard football games, the chill in the air, the smells of burning leaves. I guess the chill is still a thing, but now when I smell burning - I have concerns about it, and I haven't playlist backyard football in years... 

And yet, I still look forward to fall. 

Today, we wrap up our recap of this week's Featured Friday Playlist and prepare for a whole new playlist tomorrow... As usual, we save some great music for last... Songs 19-21

19. "Quarantina" by ASM

ASM are back again this week - with another track from their Blue Cocoon album on Chinese Man Records. I dig this one a whole lot. 

20. "Ideas (Mensa Deathsquad Remix)" by XL427

Next up, we have a track from Ohio based shoegaze/dream pop band XL427 featuring Andy Ingram who is also the head of Dayton based Poptek Records.  This remix is handled by KC based darkwave band Mensa Deathsquad.  A great collaboration. 

21. "There Must've Been a Reason" by All Night Dining 

We close out this Playlist with the debut single from Manchester band All Night Dining - who released Butterfly earlier this year. The single was delayed due to COVID-19 and  like so many bands and artists we know - the virus slowed the momentum but did not slow the drive of this up and coming band. 

 

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E2TG 9/25/2020 - Featured Friday - Give Me Love Mix (Lone Wolves Remix)

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Well this has been quite a week on so many different levels...   I feel the need to unplug a bit this weekend.  We shall see how that goes. 

It is Friday and that means that it is time for a brand new Feature Friday Playlist.  Kind of a short list this week, but jam packed with goodness.  We start our recap below.  We will continue in this space over the next week.  

Stay safe, practice kindness when  you can, be angry if you need to, and combat fear with action. 

 

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E2TG 7th Anniversary Residency Preview Shuffle - Month of Thursdays Mix Pt.4

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TOMORROW!  It's getting closer!  The Grand Finale of the E2TG 7th Anniversary Residency will take over The 5 Spot beginning promptly at Six O'Clock.  Here is the line-up in order of appearance:

Shane Tutmarc will open with a short set of songs promptly at six. Tutmarc is now an East Nashville institution, but he got his start in the Pacific Northwest - leading the band Dolour. whose membership included Robin Pecknold later of Fleet Foxes and members of Portugal the Man and other bands.   Tutmarc moved to Nashville in 2010. He has opened for Wanda Jackson. Most recently, he has been performing under the moniker Solar Twin. 

Joanna Barbera: A native of New Jersey, Barbera's spirit has lead her all over the world before arriving in Nashville. Her music reflects her exploration of spiritual paths.  Her latest release Imago is a favorite of mine from last year. A song from that release, "When the Rain Comes" was prominently featured in the CBS series Criminal Minds. Her music is emotive with a great sound and wonderful songs, if you have not heard Joanna Barbera live, you want to make it The 5 Spot tomorrow, 

Eli Cook:  Eli Cook took up the guitar as a teenager in the Blue Ridge foothills of Virginia.  He cut is teeth playing and singing in churches and at revivals. His music takes a firm foundation of blues greats like John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, Fred McDowell and others and updates it with influences from bands like Soundgarden, Clutch, and Rage Against the Machine.  His latest album is called High Dollar Gospel. It is another favorite of mine from 2017.  Cook has shared stages with the likes of B.B. King, Johnny Winters, Robert Cray, Gary Clark Jr, and most recently Robin Trower. He is in town from his home in Charlottesville, Virginia home, and you do not want to miss this rare opportunity to see him live in the intimate confines of The 5 Spot.


Bee Taylor: I was first recommended to Bee Taylor's music a couple of years ago.  When I went out to see her live, I wondered why he had taken me so long to catch on to her. Possessing a powerful voice and an intense spirit, Taylor's music has been described as a combination of Tom Waits and Amy Winehouse. Bee Taylor's incredible band features the immeasurable talented Cody Brooks  (Taylor is also a part of Brook's band).  Her set promises to be an all-out throw-down to help close out this awesome month of music.

I hope you will be there if you can!

We have our final "Month of Thursdays" shuffle - featuring artists from tomorrow's show.