Okay Mann – “It Won’t Be Long” The word “cinematic” comes to mind when describing songwriter Okay Mann‘s new video. “It Won’t Be Long” was shot during a layover in Iceland and fits the idea of being left behind perfectly. There is a beautiful …
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A Wintry Single: Sarah Miles – “Snowman”
As I write this, there’s a soft early December snow falling. I’m not sure if my kids and I will get to build a snowman from this one, but we definitely will at some point this winter. This track takes on a different …
Exploring some late 2018 folk artists
Fairground Saints – “Somewhere Down the Line” -I really appreciate the almost Partridge Family quality of the vocals here. You laugh, but honestly it’s such a good time, positive-vibes kind of sound I can’t get enough of the Fairground Saints. If I was …
Discovering truly unique neoclassical music
Tom Merrall – “Dreaming of Forever” -Merrall’s style is ever-moving, a sense of constant evolution with the piano. The rolling style is hypnotic and engaging both at the same time. Sometimes it reminds me of the Chicago classic “Colour My World” while other …
Appreciating unique textures in indie rock
Joel Taylor – “Moment’s Notice” -Taylor has a gospel soul that permeates through this track. It’s powerful and will have you clapping along. Some of the lyrics are tragic, but there’s an optimistic to the track. The soaring lead vocal wins the day …
Partnering with Hungry for Music: Giving Tuesday and beyond
Well here it is – Giving Tuesday – I’m sure you’ve heard. To celebrate the occasion, EarToTheGround would like to give back a bit. We are supporting an organization called Hungry for Music (https://hungryformusic.org/) that helps children gain access to instruments. The organization …
Acts to Watch in 2019
Little Brother Eli – “Oops” This energetic Oxford act will undoubtedly will receive comparisons to Maroon 5, and depending on how you feel about the Super Bowl headliner, don’t let it deter you. We have been following the up and coming act as they have …
New Music Potpourri – Trust us on these and find a new favorite
Kelsey Waters – “I Pour” -Sometimes it can be hard to believe that “country music” in its current iteration is anything like its roots. But honestly, artists like Kelsey Waters come along and remind me that all is not lost. The lyricism in …
Tye James – “So Damn Good”
Tye James – “So Damn Good” -What this track lacks in modesty it makes up in cool soul energy. The lead vocal is really solid on this one. Every time I spin it, I keep trying to put my finger on what vintage …
These singer songwriters are going to steal your heart
Xenia Dunford – “Tell Me” -If apples are crispy and sweet, then this song is kind of the sonic version of an apple. Of course it’s jazzy, but more than the jazzy is the sweetness in the vocal and the crispness of the …
