After much deliberation including additions and subtractions, here are my five favorite tracks of the year. It’s worth noting the political mood of a few of these tracks as well as the dominance of female artist. All of these tracks meant something special …
Monthly Archives: December 2017
2017 Song of the Year: Greg’s List 10-1
Well here they are — the best songs of 2017 according to editor Greg Jones. These are, of course, subjective choices. But honestly, after listening to over 5000 demos this year, we really need to give these artists credit for their literal “outstanding” …
4 Must Hear Songwriters
Emily James – “Lion’s Den” We cannot get enough of this pop heavy track. James’ ability to connect with a larger audience than what you would expect for her sound, is incredible given her youth. This track has definite shades of more established …
2017 Songs of The Year: Matt’s List 10-6
It’s the end of the year which can only mean one thing, a complete inundation of Best of lists. We at Ear to the Ground love being able to dust off tracks we heard this year and compile our favorite tracks. This politically charged year …
2017 Song of the Year: Greg’s List 20-11
This really is the most wonderful time of the year where we pick and choose some amazing tracks from all year. Enjoy this list and please share with your friends. 20) Dan Clews – “Mountain” -Fingerpicking, solid vocal, and an amazing melody. This …
Exceptional 2017 Genre-Defying Artists
You’ve probably never heard anything like these artists. Give them a like and share if you found something new here that you like. Cale Hawkins – “Don’t Let My Ink Fade” -Quick spoiler: you’ll be seeing Cale Hawkins’ name again next week on …
New Music Friday – Episode 78 – Vote in the poll to decide who wins an artist feature!
Apparently folks really do want to win a review on our site so they often share the poll with their fans. How great is that!? If you are here because one of these fine artists sent you over, please do more than cast …
Tunes To Take A Gamble On
Music and betting has a life long relationship. Some of the most classic of jams play out in front of a blackjack or poker table. The similarities are endless and with the use of metaphor and hyperbole, writing the next great song seems …
Thursday Rundown: The Week’s Best Tracks
Mr. Gabriel – “Help Me Out” This hypnotic track has more than a few layers of outstanding sounds. At one point shoe gaze, and at another more electro croon, the Nashville artist has created something special. We especially enjoy the handclaps and thriving …
Artist Feature: Unique Indie Rock from Montague (NMF 65 Winner)
We enjoy featuring unique indie rock artists because there’s just so much that sounds the same out there. With Montague, though, you’ll hear layers and sounds that you didn’t even think were possible. A touch of alt rock from the 90s with some …
