We are starting a new feature today where we look back at classic, not so classic, and downright under appreciated albums from years past. Our friend Adam Hardwick has graciously decided to share some of his faves with us. Enjoy! Smashing Pumpkins released …
Yearly Archives: 2020
Three emerging indie folk acts for your consideration
Adam Simons – “Strawberry Moon”-I don’t understand all of the music theory behind why I enjoy this song so much, but I just know that I do. The guitar work sounds good to start with, but then the vocal harmonies are absolutely magical. …
Three upbeat indie rock tunes to get you through the weekend
Yukon Blonde – “Good times”-The beat on this track is absolutely FILTHY. You know… like the good dirty. Anyways, it’s a little bit blues, a little bit saucy rock, and a whole lot of attitude. I really like the clear production on this …
Featured HOLIDAY single: Andrea Von Kampen’s “A Midwest Christmas”
Andrea Von Kampen – “A Midwest Christmas”-If you’ve been around my writing for the past few years, you know about Andrea Von Kampen’s beautiful songwriting. Imagine my delight when I learned of this holiday original from Von Kampen. It’s got a sort of …
Three indie pop tunes that make you feel alive
Jordan Prince – “I wish I hadn’t got stoned”-Jordan Prince is writing some of the most exciting indie rock music right now. There’s a lightness and energy to this track that really pops in a genre that can sometimes be so hollow. I …
Your 1st Xmas Playlist
It has been a wild year to say the least. We here at Ear to the Ground have your back. Like Santa, we strive all year to bring you joy and reprieve from the depths of despair outside your door. We traditionally get …
Three acoustic singer songwriters who will make you sit up and pay attention
Alex Radice – “I need savin’”-Alex Radice has a compositional style that feels timeless. The energy of the track is as old school folk as possible. The strings reverberate through the track. The quality vocal work, both lead and harmony, move the track …
Three emerging folk artists you’ll be delighted to discover
Alayne May – “Watercolor Pines”-Every once in a while when I click play on a track, I just stop everything… it leaves me speechless. I don’t type a response. I just sit with mouth agape, stunned at the vocal and the style. Alayne …
Three rock tracks to make you MOVE this midweek
Danny Black – “Immoral Guidance” ft Keith Goodwin-For fans of — Good Old War — because, well… if you know, you know. I definitely am a fan of this folk rock energy. The sound is a bit more alt rock driven than other …
Three peaceful neoclassical tracks
Sherwood Roberts – “You in the rain”-This is a captivating tune from Sherwood Roberts, one of the most-covered neoclassical artists I’ve discovered this year. Roberts has the remarkable ability to create emotive pieces that also bring calm. It’s not all movement and not …
