We cover a lot of genres on our site, yet we still feel that harder and melodic rock are still underrepresented. It is not that we don’t want to cover it, we love good music of all forms, it is simply that we …
Monthly Archives: June 2017
ALKI – – Seattle Journeymen Make Mature Rock For The Masses
ALKI is a hard earned musical endeavor. The members have played with other acts and bounced around from Austin, California, Seattle, and even Lithuania to form the trio we hear today. The act has carried this seasoned work ethic into “Gold” which is …
Two Need to Hear Folk Songs – I am the Cold Man and Fonao
Sometimes I wonder if it’s even worth writing anything about music. The music so often speaks so well for itself. That said, we sometimes need to make the introduction. Music fans, here’s something amazing. I am the Cold Man and Fonao, here are …
Two Intriguing Instrumental Tracks from Faodial and Paddy Mulcahy
Some call it neoclassical, others call it acoustic, or even still sometimes atmospheric. Whatever you call it, have your coffee ready because this stuff will put you right to sleep. Just kidding. It’s compelling and great for stimulating your mind for studying or …
Toronto’s Taylor Knox Builds The Perfect Infectious Summer Soundtrack
We don’t use the word “infectious” much when describing the tracks we come across at Ear to the Ground, but that is exactly what the new single “The Stars” is. Toronto’s Taylor Knox is set to release his debut LP Love on June …
Ruby Force Crafts Honest And Engaging Classic Country Hits
In this world of endless pop country tracks, Ruby Force is a refreshing breath of classic country goodness. The musical project of Erin McLaughlin, the persona she takes on is confident, sweet, and incredibly able to single handedly bringing back the roots of …
New Music Friday – Episode 51 – Vote in the poll to decide who wins a full album review!
These introductions are the most important part. Right? You’re all reading this with bated breath. Ohmygosh what’s he going to say next!? Well, if there’s anything I’ve learned it’s that people love artists they already know. Care to find a few new loves? …
Fastball Member Tony Scalzo Talks Life As A ’90’s Hitmaker, Advice For Up and Coming Bands, and A Less Than Satisfying Collaboration With Billy Preston
“We have sort of an invisible band name,” explains Fastball bassist/vocalist Tony Scalzo. “Everyone knows our songs but we tend not to do well even in our hometown of Austin . . . they perceive us as ‘90’s one-hit wonders.” If you are …
