We have covered Conversing with Oceans a lot through the years. We have always greatly appreciated their textured and cinematic sound. It never ceases to raise hope within us. During these times we find ourselves in currently, their latest single “Carry You”, further …
Yearly Archives: 2020
An entire list made up of folk music carefully curated by co-editor Greg Jones of EarToTheGround Music while playing a mean pencil-on-fake-wood-desk backbeat percussion part
by Greg Jones, who is still totally and 100% together Fransancisco – “What happens now”-So the title question here is really THE question. What happens now? Do I have to put on pants with a belt? (Please say no) Do we break the …
A delightful mix of new music for your weekend
Matt Van – “Gossamer girl”-I appreciate the relaxed acoustic style of this track. It is a soothing style. The familiar vocal style of Matt Van feels like someone you’ve heard before but I can’t quite think of any specific comparison. It’s a relaxing …
Headclouds Shine With LoFi Rock
Many bands try to get a certain hazy and shimmering lo-fi sound. What separates UK act Headclouds is there ability to craft expressively sprawling tracks like these, while still providing emotive harmonies which carry the style into new territory. The band weave beautiful …
The show-stoppin’, toe-tappin’, make-the-most-of-your-quarantine New Music Variety Playlist – Episode 1
Compiled by Co-editor Greg Jones, who is completely not at all even close to losing his mind. Dylan McCarthy – “Mosquito”-So you’re saying you like bluegrass? Americana? Old timey music? Well spin this pickin’ and a-grinnin’ tune about the most annoying insects in …
Quarantined Folk to Comfort Your Soul
Dylan Hartigan – “My Island” Perhaps the most current of the song titles we have come across, “My Island” is a beautiful folk ballad. Isolated and all together lovely, the songwriter is prepping his debut which may have been pushed back due to …
Mokita Reminds Us of The Good in “Take It Back”
The music of Nashville artist Mokita is extremely grounded and relatable. Despite its sweeping and sometimes otherworldly qualities, the artist finds a way to create music which soars past bias and preference to find residence within hearts. Perhaps it his small town roots …
A new music mix to kickoff your week
DYLYN – “Something to lose” [Explicit]-I don’t always approve music like this, but when I do it’s because it has a powerful energy to it. I appreciate the communication about a relationship in the core of the song. The overall message though is …
Relaxing neoclassical music for reading, studying, or meditation in 2020
Salvatore Altavilla – “Aeolian Lullaby”-If I had to explain to someone what I mean by “neoclassical” music, I would play this track from Salvatore Altavilla. It’s beautiful, subtle, and unbelievably engaging. Everything about it feels comfortable and meaningful. I really appreciate that elements …
Some incredible 2020 new music ready for your discovery
Johnny Ashby – “If I was an island”-I’ve been a big fan of Ashby since the first time I heard his music. There’s a lonesomeness (or sincerity?) in his voice that I find really comforting. It’s a bit of what I love about …
