Tuesday, August 31, 2021

E2TG 8/31/2021 - Tuesday When the Rains Came - Seven To Mix (Own Ghost Town Remix)



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The rains from the remnants of Hurricane Ida are upon us today. Mostly just heavy rain. I hope this doesn't cause problems for the areas hit hard by flooding recently. Also, it appears that the levees in New Orleans did their job but there is still a lot damage and displaced people and suffering. We are in the midst of such heavy times. 

Music doesn't come close to solving all the world's problems, but it does make life more bearable. Let's listen to some music.  

Featured Friday Playlist Recap (Part 3 - The Saga Continues) (songs 17-20):




17. "Time Stands Still" by Mikaela Finne
The "Outlaw Queen of Finland" returns to the E2TG playlist with the title track from her just released new album. Finne, who is now based in Stockholm, Sweden, has made an album that impresses this Nashville-based music blogger. 
18. "Too Many Bibles" by The Wind Ups
The Northern California punk band The Winds-Ups are back with another track from their debut EP.  Lo-fi sonic goodness. 
19. "Take Me Back There" by Jai Agnish
New Jersey based indie pop musician Jai Agnish returns to the playlist with his next single. 
20. "Everybody's Laughing" by Ben Stalets
And, we close this segment with the title track from the new album by Toledo native Ben Stalets.  And great song from a wonderful album. Check it out.  

 

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Monday, August 30, 2021

E2TG 8/30/2021 - Music City Monday - Said and Done Mix (Black Angel Remix)



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Heading into another week and soon another month.  The news is heavy.  Music remains a refuge for me, and I hope for you too. Enjoy! Be part of the solution. 

Featured Friday Playlist recap (part 2 - the adventure continues) (songs 13-16):




13. "Weather Vane" by Emperor of Ice Cream
Irish band Emperor of Ice Cream - recently released their long-shelved debut album nearly 30 years after forming. This is the follow-up single, and my introduction to the band. I dig it. 
14. "Crazy Game of Phobias" by Jata
Next up, we have the title track from the forthcoming debut EP by this synth-loving pop artist from Italy. 
15. "Opposite Faces" by Thadeus Gonzalez
Next up, we have the title track from the recently released third album by this singer-songwriter from Oakland,California. 
16. "Liar" by Mary Jennings
And we close this section of music with another track from the recent Matriarch album by Nashville's Mary Jennings. 
 
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Friday, August 27, 2021

#2TG 8/27/2021 - Featured Friday - Ice Cream Phoenix Mix (Good Enough Remix)



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Thursday, August 26, 2021

E2TG 8/26/2021 - Thursday's For Virginia's for Lovers - Hell and Beyond Mix (Butterfly Remix)



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Running Short on time... let's go!

Featured Friday Playlist recap (Part 5 - The Finale (also I said Part 3 yesterday because this week has got me flummoxed)) (songs 32-37):




32. "It's Okay" by Cravism x Maya Diegel
First up, we have the new single from this R&B/chill hop duo from France. French singer Diegel and producer Cravism from Singapore. 
33. "Never Let Me Know" by Andrew Ryan
Next up, we have the new single from this St. Louis based singer-songwriter. For this album, his band includes members of American Aquarium, Dr. Dog, and StaG.
34. "Daughter" by Grace Morrison
Next up, we have the title track from the new album by Massachusetts singer-songwriter Grace Morrison.  Morrison wrote all the songs herself (except for one co-written with the fabulous Lori McKennan.  The album also features pedal steel from Lloyd Maine. 
35. "Down & Out" by Yosh & Yimmy
Next up, we have the first single from the upcoming debut album by this Corpus Christi duo. 
36. "Jack of All Trades" by Glenn Hodge Banned
Next, the lead off track from the new album by this UK singer-songwriter. Cool stuff. 
37. "Life Is So Beautiful - English Version" by .Fen
And, we close out the week with the English version of the great new single by Belgian singer-songwriter .Fen.

 
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Wednesday, August 25, 2021

E2TG 8/26/2021 - Wednesday - Un-Natural Mix (Lost at Sea Remix)



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Featured Friday Playlist recap (part 3 - the middle) (songs  26-31):




26. "Mr. Anyone" by Posh
First up, we have the new single from the Italian band Posh - who formed in 2001 but who remained silent for the last decade before reemerging in 2021.
27. "Music For Typewriter" by Meilir
Next up, we have the new single from Welsh experimental musician Meilir who is a classically trained pianist. Here, he switched his piano for a typewriter.
28. "Hailey" by MammaBear
Atlanta's MammaBear are up next with the third single form their album Free Radicals. 
29. "The Whip" by Aidan & the Wild
Next, we have the latest from this indie/acoustic artist from the Netherlands who is joined here by Mercel Sophie.
30. "Be Who You Really Want to Be" by Richard Turgeon
Next up, we have a track from Campfire Songs from San Francisco based, self-described "Dad Rock" singer-songwriter Richard Turgeon. 
31. "All About Love" by The Belle Sounds
And, we close with the title track from the new EP by this Austin based indie-pop band. 

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Tuesday, August 24, 2021

E2TG 8/24/2021 - Tuesday's With E2TG - La L'amour Mix (Lotus Eaters Remix)



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Rolling into a busy week both day job wise and music wise.  Let's jump right in to today's post... 

Featured Friday Playlist recap (part 3) (songs 20-25):




20. "The Ashtangas" by ChiefMaster WinGuru
22 year old Chicago rapper - from the new EP  The Real Rap is Back.

21. "One for Lewis" by Penelope Antena

From the second album by the Belgian/French singer-songwriter.

22. "Wrong" by Zava
Next up, we have the new single from Kansas City pop artist Zava - who performed at Kansas City Pride this past weekend.
23. "The Gallery" by Lindsay Jarman
Next. the title track from the debut album by Atlanta-based singer-songwriter.

24. "Living The Nightmare" by Bumsy and the Moochers

Next up, we have the new single from this six-piece Chicago-based ska band. 
25. "Termite City" by Harry Stafford
And, we close out this segment of music with another single from the forthcoming Bone Architecture album by Manchester's Harry Stafford (Inca Babies) and Brazilian guitarist Marco Butcher who is now based in North Carolina. 


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Monday, August 23, 2021

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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