E2TG 6/2/2021 - Midweek Already? - Evolution Mix (Monotony Remix)

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These short work weeks throw me off every time... It is Wednesday already? I'm glad, but I also have a ton to do this week. Oh well- music!

Featured Friday Playlist recap Part 3 (songs 22-29):

22. "Too Long" by Midsummer

Track from the Nothing Feels Right Anymore EP by this Wisconsin based alternative rock band. 

23. "Bought and Sold" by Oh Condor

From the Emergency Psychic album by this Dayton, Ohio based indie rock band. 

24. "Hummingbird" by Lea Thomas

Latest single from the Japanese-American singer-songwriter who was born in Hawaii and is now based in Brooklyn. 

25. "Home" by Akshit Dhall

Next up - this is not brand new but new to me -(he has a newer single) by this indie singer-songwriter from India. 

26. "What You Really Want" by James Alphonse

Latest single from this Canadian singer-songwriter whose work crosses several genre lines. 

27. "The Wake" by Foolproof

New single from a Canadian three-piece grunge band.

28. "Looking Glass" by Yes Factory

An indie art/pop band from Rockfort, Illinois with a new single that began in their hometown as an acoustic demo, moved to a farm outside of St. Louis for recording, then vocals, strings, and horns were recorded in Leeds UK before being mastered in London. A true international single. 

29. "Optical Wealth" by Cap'n Marble 

Next - part of a recently released double single from the forthcoming debut album by this indie pop/rock band from L.A. 

 

         

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E2TG 6/1/2021 - Short Week, Same Stuff to Do - By Your Side Mix (Something Big Remix)

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I love a three day weekend, but it is a fact that the four day work week that follows always requires the same amount of work as a five day work week... 

Also, your intrepid music blogger got to get on stage for the first time since the E2TG Residency in 2019 and this time in front of a bigger audience. It was at the benefit to help keep the Exit/In open and locally owned and operated which was held at East Park.  I was there representing WXNA, but on stage I was repping all of Nashville's independent radio stations.  

I absolutely love being on stage. One of my earliest memories (or at least I remember being told about it) was reciting the story of The Three Billy Goat's Gruff (from memory) in front of my pre-school class and parents. 

I have a lot of anxiety about a lot of things but for some reason - even Sunday knowing there was a huge crowd did not phase me at all. 

Anyway, lots to get to today. 

Featured Friday Playlist recap Part 2 (songs 14-21):

14. "Get Lost" by Ben Brown

From Sayonara Sorrow - the solo debut album of Austin based singer-songwriter songwriter Ben Brown. Although not as evident on this track - the concept of the album was to record thematically-connected songs too personal and intimate for a rock band setting and tie them together with the often grandiose saxophone stylings of Tim Cappello (best known for his appearance in The Lost Boys film). I really dig this song. 

15. "Wanted Man" by EB

The Parallel Sessions is the new EP from indie singer-songwriter EB (Elisa Bianchi) who was born in Como, Italy and is now based in London. 

16. "Gravity's String" by Graber Gryass

You may not think of Memphis and bluegrass in the same breath but the collective known as Graber Gryass may change that. This is a track from Spaceman's Wonderbox - their new album. 

17. "Dead End Lady" by Toler Gibson

Next, a track from The Days Before - the new album from the California duo of Kenneth Gibson and Gavin Toler. 

18. "Ballad of the Gobsmacked" by Three-Layer Cake

Some genre-exploding music from Mike Pride, Mike Watt, and Brandon Seabrook - from the new album Stove Top. 

19. "Big Worse" by Dude Safari

Next up, we have the third single (and our third to feature) from this Surrey based grunge power trio. I'm a fan. 

20. "Roll That Cotton" by The Kingspond Shantymen

Take A Turn Around The Capstan is the new album from this UK who sing shanties and drinking songs and the like. Really cool stuff. 

21. "Oh Yeah" by Jordana Talsky

And, we close out this segment of music with the new single from this singer-songwriter who uses vocal looping effects in her live performances. A great way to close out this interesting segment of music. 

 

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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 5/27/2021 - The Lure of the Engineer - Death Garage Mix (Expensive Remix)

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Getting ready to head into a long weekend.  We wrap up our recap of this week's Featured Friday Playlist below.  Plus our daily shuffle with Video Playlist after the jump. 

Featured Friday Playlist - Part 5 (songs 29-34):

29. "Everywhere" by Marti West

We start off the final segment of this week's playlist with a Fleetwood Mac cover from this English/Italian singer-songwriter. 

30. "hold on" by The Santcuary

Next up, we have the fourth song released from this UK based composer, producer, and artist. 

31. "Water My Way" by Molosser

Next up, we have a track from this Swedish combo from their first album due out soon. 

32. "Drink Alcohol" by SAMAS

Next up, a cool punk track from Australia. Check it out!

33. "Blackstick Boogie" by Jim McCulloch

When I Mean What I Say - is the debut solo album from former Soup Dragon's member Jim McCulloch. 

34. "Far Away" by Amrit Ghatore
 

And, we close out the week and this playlist with the single from this London-based singer-songwriter. 
 

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E2TG 5/26/2021 - Sometimes you feel like a nut... - Meds Mix (Owl Doom Remix)

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You know the drill - I am running short on time and a ton of music to get to today.. or no further ado... 

Featured Friday Playlist recap Part 4 (songs 23-28):

23. "Flute In Da Hood" by Ambulance On Fire

First up, we have the opening track from the debut EP by this Lithuanian alternative electroacoustic folk duo.  A really fascinated release worthy of your attention.  

24. "Hole In My Heart" by The Low Countries

Next up, we have the lead track from a new EP from UK band The Low Countries - some really lovely UK folk pop with a murky back story and a great sound. 

25. "Mr. Wolf" by Hans Deville (feat. Andrew J. Davis)

Next up, we have the second single from the forthcoming Prophecies of the Lost (due out in August) from the lock-down album of the guitarist of the UK band King Prawn. Great stuff. 

26. "Infernal Heads" by CULT OF DOM KELLER

Latest single from the experimental rock group that formed in 2007. With elements of industrial and psych. I dig this.  

27. "I Better Run" by Napoleon (feat. Shane Told)

Next up, we have the new single from Toronto based alt-punk band Napoleon.  This track features Shane Told of Silverstein. Fast and noisy just the way I like it. 

28. "Moebius" by Trio Nilo

And, we close out this section of music with a new single from this Spanish progressive jazz - a wonderful instrumental track and a great way to take us out of the playlist for today. 

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E2TG 5/25/2021 - Had to Be... - Mr. Snowman Mix (Something Remix)

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Running short on time... (another verse same as the first several)

Featured Friday Part 3 (songs 17-22):

17. "Liberty" by Ant-1

First up today, we have what I believe to be the debut solo single from this French-born,, Irish singer-songwriter formerly of the Cork-based band Slow Motion Heroes.

18. "Sunshine" by Scott Klein

Next up, we have the new single from this Canadian singer-songwriter who brings a 60s British/California vibe to his sound. Cool song. 

19. "Alive" by The Silver Lines

Next up, we have a UK band with their new single. The Silver Lines just returned from their first ever US Fesitval in New York. 

20. "solo/solong" by wilter

California based alt-electronic songwriter Will Durkee (recording as wilter) recently released his new single.

21. "Twilight of the goths" by Cathedral In Flames

You know what we haven't had in the Playlist?  A Czech goth band. Until now! The album is called Hang Me High & Bury Me Deep and this is the lead track.  I dig it!

22. "Neptune" by Zebrah
 

We close things out with the release of Stripes from French-born, London duo Zebrah.  We previously featured their firsts single back in April.  A great band to close out this portion of the shuffle!

 

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E2TG 5/24/2021 - Music City Monday Maybe - Marisol Mix (Continuum Remix)

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I had a dental procedure this morning and have been recovering so forgive the late post...

Part 2 of our Featured Friday Recap (songs 11-16):

11. "Stop Draggin' My Heart Around" by Molly Tuttle & Nathaniel Rateliff

A great cover from Molly Tuttle's surprise new collaborative covers EP.

12. "Hungover" by Goldwoman

Next up, a great song from this Brooklyn based singer-songwriter from a forthcoming album. The song is a true story of the morning after seeing an ex at a gig. 

13. "Ain't It a Shame (When Your Horse Goes Lame)" by Wild Earp &  The Free for Alls

The next album from Chicago based Wild Earp & The Free for Alls is due out in July.  This is the first single. A fun song. 

14. "Train Don't Stop" by Magnolia Bayou

We previously featured this band from southern Mississippi last year with the release of their album Strange Place.  Swampy hard rock - great stuff. 

15. "Wine" by Simone

Next up, we have the new single from this 16 year old singer-songwriter from New York. 

16. "Your Shit" by Tesla Shamans
 

Electric Storm  - the debut album from this hard rocking Italian band is out now. We previously featured their single "Shamans."  In case you are wondering, I will not be playing this track on the radio. :-)

 

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