Tweet #E2TG
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
I'll be honest, the constant barrage of insanity coming from the (occasional) occupant of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, is exhausting. It's not just daily, it's like several times a day - behavior that would not be acceptable from any adult human being let alone the POTUS.... the latest (well probably not the latest, I just have the heard to look up the actual latest) threatening the broadcast licenses of a major news organization because he doesn't like what they are reporting. How can anyone- regardless of political ideology accept this? This is why I insist that my posts here are not political. Granted there is a lot politically that the right does that I don't like or agree with, but the actions and words of the current head of the executive branch go so far beyond "normal" partisan issues. But, hell, I don't think I even know what "normal" is any more.
BUT! I cannot let exhaustion deter me. I must take care of myself, but then I must keep on resisting and persisting. We all must.
*********************************************************************************
Ah - but music - my solace. Oh man, last night's Songhoy Blues show at The Basement East was incredible. Probably among the best shows I've seen this year. So much positive energy. It was also great hanging a bit with some of my fellow WXNA DJs - which doesn't happen often enough for me. Also, seeing some other friends. It was hard not to dance and smile, and I have to say I failed miserably at not doing those things.
Now, it is mid-week, and I am semi getting used to my new phone (although I am also researching third party music player apps). Wednesday, we always get "Wild" at E2TG, and today is no exception. Let's shuffle:
Showing posts with label Syd Straw. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Syd Straw. Show all posts
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Thursday, April 28, 2016
Throwback Thursday Morning Shuffle - It Really Gets Me Off Mix
Tweet #E2TG
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
May 18! #E2TG 5 Year Anniversary Spectacular at The 5 Spot!
Another day at the State Park... or at least half a day. Long drive home - GPS diverted me around traffic and on an interesting tour of West Nashville. I listened to 35 songs from the Throwback playlist and feeling adventurous, I am presenting 23 of those songs for you today. Minimal verbiage today. I think all but two of the actual songs are found in video form in the playlist. The other two are substituted by the same artist. Go!
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
May 18! #E2TG 5 Year Anniversary Spectacular at The 5 Spot!
Another day at the State Park... or at least half a day. Long drive home - GPS diverted me around traffic and on an interesting tour of West Nashville. I listened to 35 songs from the Throwback playlist and feeling adventurous, I am presenting 23 of those songs for you today. Minimal verbiage today. I think all but two of the actual songs are found in video form in the playlist. The other two are substituted by the same artist. Go!
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Tuesday Morning Music Shuffle - Amusing Bellydancers Mix
Tweet #E2TG
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
So, I guess the sort of official AMA Fest things start today - or something like that, but last night things got off to an official and wonderful start with the Kevin Gordon CD Release Show at the City Winery- Nashville with Sarah Potenza opening. You can read my review - here (currently on the front page of No Depression)
Tonight things get going in a pretty insanely good way with a throw down at the Basement East featuring so many people it is not even funny. Doors at 7, Show starts at 8 with Campfire Propaganda (an amalgamation of killer songwriters all of whom I have raved about on E2TG). Don't be late...
Meanwhile, we have a shuffle....
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
So, I guess the sort of official AMA Fest things start today - or something like that, but last night things got off to an official and wonderful start with the Kevin Gordon CD Release Show at the City Winery- Nashville with Sarah Potenza opening. You can read my review - here (currently on the front page of No Depression)
Tonight things get going in a pretty insanely good way with a throw down at the Basement East featuring so many people it is not even funny. Doors at 7, Show starts at 8 with Campfire Propaganda (an amalgamation of killer songwriters all of whom I have raved about on E2TG). Don't be late...
Meanwhile, we have a shuffle....
Thursday, September 3, 2015
Thursday Morning Music Shuffle - Struggle in Dark Corners Mix
Tweet #E2TG
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
So last night - on my way to see Jon Latham play a killer set at The 5 Spot opening for Cody Brooks, who I saw for the first time and was blown away by - I encountered an overturned car (I hope everyone was okay), a slow moving train, and a couple of trucks inexplicably parked in the middle of the road. But I made it and it was worth it. I then resisted peer pressure and went home an wrote a review of an album that is coming out tomorrow. I should have the review posted tonight or so, and I will let you know...
Tonight 90,000 people are supposed to descend upon downtown Nashville for several different events going on. My advice - stay out of downtown and instead cross the river for week one David Olney's September residency at The 5 Spot. Last years, residency was absolutely incredible (one show began with a dramatic recitation of Kubla Khan for goodness sakes!). What will happen this time around? To quote Mr. Olney, "You never know."
Today's shuffle only contains 6 songs, but man oh man...
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
So last night - on my way to see Jon Latham play a killer set at The 5 Spot opening for Cody Brooks, who I saw for the first time and was blown away by - I encountered an overturned car (I hope everyone was okay), a slow moving train, and a couple of trucks inexplicably parked in the middle of the road. But I made it and it was worth it. I then resisted peer pressure and went home an wrote a review of an album that is coming out tomorrow. I should have the review posted tonight or so, and I will let you know...
Tonight 90,000 people are supposed to descend upon downtown Nashville for several different events going on. My advice - stay out of downtown and instead cross the river for week one David Olney's September residency at The 5 Spot. Last years, residency was absolutely incredible (one show began with a dramatic recitation of Kubla Khan for goodness sakes!). What will happen this time around? To quote Mr. Olney, "You never know."
Today's shuffle only contains 6 songs, but man oh man...
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
Tuesday Morning Music Shuffle - Vapor Trails Mix
Tweet #E2TG
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
Visit Our Events Page Ear to the Ground Events!
Okay - first off - I have sort of put the Ear to the Ground Events back up. It is a work in progress. I need to do some formatting and stuff. I will continue to work on it and hopefully improve it.
Let us jump directly into the shuffle... it's another good one....
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
Visit Our Events Page Ear to the Ground Events!
Okay - first off - I have sort of put the Ear to the Ground Events back up. It is a work in progress. I need to do some formatting and stuff. I will continue to work on it and hopefully improve it.
Let us jump directly into the shuffle... it's another good one....
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Tuesday Morning Music Shuffle - Bukowski in my Underwear Mix
Tweet #E2TG
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
So, I find myself short on time, so I have to speed through this. I hope you find time to dig deeper. I could not find the exact track for all the songs for the Video Playlist, so you my have to do some internet searches. Some great stuff, and well worth the effort.
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
So, I find myself short on time, so I have to speed through this. I hope you find time to dig deeper. I could not find the exact track for all the songs for the Video Playlist, so you my have to do some internet searches. Some great stuff, and well worth the effort.
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Tuesday Morning Music Shuffle - Eats Like a Horse Mix
Tweet #E2TG
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
It was kind of a cool morning here in Nashville, but it felt great. The certainty that Spring is in full effect, and that Summer is barreling down the turnpike hot on Spring's tail. Spring seems as good a time as any (maybe better?) to step back and reassess and think about what comes next. Ear to the Ground has exceeded my wildest expectations (mainly because I didn't have many), and I am happy that nearly four years on, I am not feeling any real desire to stop. Still, from the beginning, Ear to the Ground had frequently (or infrequently) evolved (usually due to some external pressure). The Shuffle was originally about 3-5 songs, then for a while I had the "pre-shuffle" which kind of expanded the shuffle to upwards of 20 or more songs. We've settled into a groove of 8-12 songs per day, and it is good, but I feel an itching to do something more, something different. I don't know what that is yet, but I have some ideas.... until then... let's hit the shuffle....
Be sure to "Like" Ear to the Ground on Facebook!
It was kind of a cool morning here in Nashville, but it felt great. The certainty that Spring is in full effect, and that Summer is barreling down the turnpike hot on Spring's tail. Spring seems as good a time as any (maybe better?) to step back and reassess and think about what comes next. Ear to the Ground has exceeded my wildest expectations (mainly because I didn't have many), and I am happy that nearly four years on, I am not feeling any real desire to stop. Still, from the beginning, Ear to the Ground had frequently (or infrequently) evolved (usually due to some external pressure). The Shuffle was originally about 3-5 songs, then for a while I had the "pre-shuffle" which kind of expanded the shuffle to upwards of 20 or more songs. We've settled into a groove of 8-12 songs per day, and it is good, but I feel an itching to do something more, something different. I don't know what that is yet, but I have some ideas.... until then... let's hit the shuffle....
Friday, March 27, 2015
Friday Morning Music Shuffle - Among the Lost and Found Mix
Tweet #E2TG
As I alluded to yesterday, I am heading out, and so I leave you with a shuffle and a related Video Playlist (with the songs or other songs by the same artist if the exact song could not be found on You Tube).... Enjoy.... see you next week!
As I alluded to yesterday, I am heading out, and so I leave you with a shuffle and a related Video Playlist (with the songs or other songs by the same artist if the exact song could not be found on You Tube).... Enjoy.... see you next week!
Thursday, March 26, 2015
Thursday Morning Music Shuffle - Losing Luster Mix
Tweet #E2TG
The week is rolling on...
A few notes:
1. Sad to report yet another incident of touring band having their gear stolen... this time it hit Two Cow Garage. They are an awesome band. If you want to help them out. A GoFundMe account has been set up.
2. I will be heading out around midday tomorrow for sunny Florida for the Safety Harbor Song Festival. Expect a bare bones shuffle tomorrow morning if everything goes as planned. And keep an eye out for my reports from the front lines...
3. Found out my good friends, Young America have their new EP featured on the front page of Noisetrade in the New and Notable section. Well deserved, and if you haven't, grab that EP and show some love.
Let's jump into the shuffle....
The week is rolling on...
A few notes:
1. Sad to report yet another incident of touring band having their gear stolen... this time it hit Two Cow Garage. They are an awesome band. If you want to help them out. A GoFundMe account has been set up.
2. I will be heading out around midday tomorrow for sunny Florida for the Safety Harbor Song Festival. Expect a bare bones shuffle tomorrow morning if everything goes as planned. And keep an eye out for my reports from the front lines...
3. Found out my good friends, Young America have their new EP featured on the front page of Noisetrade in the New and Notable section. Well deserved, and if you haven't, grab that EP and show some love.
Let's jump into the shuffle....
Friday, March 20, 2015
Friday Morning Music Shuffle - Stand in Line to Die Mix
Tweet #E2TG
Greetings... I am in a much better place than yesterday. Still a little rushed, but I can get through this shuffle...
First up my recap of CXCW15 Day 5: I am way behind on my couchin', but there was an awesome Irish showcase that featured the legendary Glen Hansard. Plus videos from my friend Eli Rhodes who plays with Todd Farrell and the Dirty Birds and also writes some amazing songs of his own. Look for a solo record soon. #E2TG favorites Tim Lee 3 return to the couch with another great video, and the closing video of the day came from Nashville's own Will Kimbrough playing a song he wrote with Sam Baylor from Will's legendary band Will and the Bushmen. Sam passed away this week. Life is short, ya'll...
Greetings... I am in a much better place than yesterday. Still a little rushed, but I can get through this shuffle...
First up my recap of CXCW15 Day 5: I am way behind on my couchin', but there was an awesome Irish showcase that featured the legendary Glen Hansard. Plus videos from my friend Eli Rhodes who plays with Todd Farrell and the Dirty Birds and also writes some amazing songs of his own. Look for a solo record soon. #E2TG favorites Tim Lee 3 return to the couch with another great video, and the closing video of the day came from Nashville's own Will Kimbrough playing a song he wrote with Sam Baylor from Will's legendary band Will and the Bushmen. Sam passed away this week. Life is short, ya'll...
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Tuesday Morning Music Shuffle - Gypsy Now Mix
Tweet #E2TG
Lot's to cover...
Couch by Couchwest 2015 rolls on, and I am getting further behind on all the great music, but it's a marathon not a sprint... or something like that... actually, I think it is against the rule to use a running analogy when talking about CXCW... Day 2 included appearances by #E2TG favorites Batkhi Dahn and Matt Prater, and the day ending video featured East Nashville's own Tim Easton playing Ray Wylie Hubbard's guitar from the Netherlands or something like that. I hope I didn't miss anyone, but I feel like I did. If so, I will make it up - as I plan to do a mid-week recap as well as a end of festival summary... UPDATE: I remember who I forgot - Tipi Valley - how could I?
Went out last night to see some friends play music... Kiely Schlesinger was stunning as always, Lindsay Ellyn sounded fantastic, and Taylor Alexander from Young America (who released an EP yesterday and who was joined by Lindsay Ellyn) was awesome and the imagining of a Cher as a traditional country singer was brilliant.
In the opening mic that followed, I enjoyed seeing Fendrick and Peck, Eddie Crummer, Darrin Bradbury, and Zachariah Red.
Now, we have a shuffle to put on....
Lot's to cover...
Couch by Couchwest 2015 rolls on, and I am getting further behind on all the great music, but it's a marathon not a sprint... or something like that... actually, I think it is against the rule to use a running analogy when talking about CXCW... Day 2 included appearances by #E2TG favorites Batkhi Dahn and Matt Prater, and the day ending video featured East Nashville's own Tim Easton playing Ray Wylie Hubbard's guitar from the Netherlands or something like that. I hope I didn't miss anyone, but I feel like I did. If so, I will make it up - as I plan to do a mid-week recap as well as a end of festival summary... UPDATE: I remember who I forgot - Tipi Valley - how could I?
Went out last night to see some friends play music... Kiely Schlesinger was stunning as always, Lindsay Ellyn sounded fantastic, and Taylor Alexander from Young America (who released an EP yesterday and who was joined by Lindsay Ellyn) was awesome and the imagining of a Cher as a traditional country singer was brilliant.
In the opening mic that followed, I enjoyed seeing Fendrick and Peck, Eddie Crummer, Darrin Bradbury, and Zachariah Red.
Now, we have a shuffle to put on....
Monday, March 16, 2015
Monday Morning Music Shuffle - Bad Boys and Transference Mix
Tweet #E2TG
Well... Couch by Couchwest 2015 kicked off yesterday... So far, I have seen videos from Science! who has been featured recently on E2TG, plus my friend Drew Kohl of Young America (who coincidently are releasing a 3 song EP today), The Foresters, Miss Shevaughn and Yuma Wray, and I have a bunch I need to catch up on eventually. Keep on couchin'! And if you haven't submitted a video, there is still time!
Well... Couch by Couchwest 2015 kicked off yesterday... So far, I have seen videos from Science! who has been featured recently on E2TG, plus my friend Drew Kohl of Young America (who coincidently are releasing a 3 song EP today), The Foresters, Miss Shevaughn and Yuma Wray, and I have a bunch I need to catch up on eventually. Keep on couchin'! And if you haven't submitted a video, there is still time!
Friday, March 6, 2015
Friday Morning Music Shuffle - Barefoot on the Dancefloor Mix
Tweet #E2TG
Traversed snow and ice and cold to witness the birth of a new East Nashville musical happening at the Mad Donna's Loft... a super-serious, super-cool songwriting thing (the name is still being bandied about), but who needs a name when you have Joe Fletcher, Brian Wright, and Darrin Bradbury playing their awesome songs to a small but dedicated audience of super-serious music fans (including some other great musicians). Here's to many more of these happenings and much better weather for them. Hats off to the awesome Terry Rickards for making this thing happen...
Since I traversed the snow last night, I kind of had to do it this morning... guilty conscience if I said I couldn't make it to work... but I had an awesome sound track for this slippery and frigid journey...
Traversed snow and ice and cold to witness the birth of a new East Nashville musical happening at the Mad Donna's Loft... a super-serious, super-cool songwriting thing (the name is still being bandied about), but who needs a name when you have Joe Fletcher, Brian Wright, and Darrin Bradbury playing their awesome songs to a small but dedicated audience of super-serious music fans (including some other great musicians). Here's to many more of these happenings and much better weather for them. Hats off to the awesome Terry Rickards for making this thing happen...
Since I traversed the snow last night, I kind of had to do it this morning... guilty conscience if I said I couldn't make it to work... but I had an awesome sound track for this slippery and frigid journey...
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)