Our good friends Kristina and Tom from Mike Mangione and The Union had the chance to sit down and interview Josh Collazo, the drummer from Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros. We’re thrilled that they sat down and did this for us. Kristina …
Yearly Archives: 2013
Top 5 Things I’ve Learned about the Music Industry
I’ve been a relatively serious music writer now for over two years. I’ve gotten a chance to meet some of my favorite musicians. I’ve covered shows in several states in a wide variety of venues. Here are a few of my observations from …
Dawes – The Right Angle
So, if you aren’t familiar with Dawes, that’s because you haven’t been paying attention or because you’re new here. These guys are the best of the best when it comes to folk rock. If you’re striving to be a band, be these guys. …
Poor Old Shine: No Patina, Just Autheniticy
Poor Old Shine. Poor Old Shine. Signature Sounds, 2013. http://www.pooroldshine.com Poor Old Shine is roots Americana group from Mansfield, Connecticut that just released it’s self-titled debut album. And when I say “just” I mean just- less than a week ago, as I’m writing …
Wayfarer’s Full Length in Production – Help Them!
Friends, You may recall my album of the year for 2012 was Wayfarer’s *The River*. Most of the readers of the site had never heard of them. Their “repurposed hymns” undoubtedly put off some listeners, but I found them remarkable, energetic, exciting, worshipful, …
Jus Post Bellum – “Gimme that gun” – Phenomenal vocal folk music
The full review of Jus Post Bellum’s incredible album *Oh July* is in process here at ETTG. Until that moment, I really wanted to feature this band for their incredible music. Balancing vocal blending, acoustic, and electric instruments… the sound seems to capture …
Double Feature: Jonathan Byrd and the Barn Birds – Doing traditional country music justice
Jonathan Byrd’s solo album Cackalack has some great songs on it and his duet work in the Barn Birds is really great as well. I decided to put these two projects together to highlight solid songwriting and two enjoyable albums. Cackalack’s cover depicts …
The Rhinetones – Over the Hills – Refreshing new country music with classic country sounds
A few months ago a wonderful folk country band called The Rhinetones asked us to give their music a listen. After giving the album a quick spin, I found myself drawn to a certain element to their approach. It was honest, sincere, and …
Mona and Maria- My Sun: Bringing a Snowflake Across the Pond
Mona and Maria. My Sun. Jansen Plateproduksjon, 2013. https://www.facebook.com/monaogmaria It’s nearly impossible to escape Norwegian artists lately, or at least the comedy duo Ylvis and their hit song “What Does the Fox Say?” Not to leave you with only one song to represent …
Avalon Landing – About Face – Contemporary piano rock
Avalon Landing’s “About Face” has a generation-bending sound that brings inspirational big harmonies and a driving upbeat sound. A little bit of alternative, a little bit of mainstream rock, and a lot of the elements of pop music, it’s the kind of band …
