Dana and the Wolf – “Him” The electro indie stylings of this duo are spot on. Their strength might be how tight they are able to wind their sound, without adding frivolity or unnecessary bells and whistles. The way they blend folk and …
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Five Folk Acts to Get You Pickin’ and Grinnin’
Alright so there’s like a million different perspectives on folk music, some of which is down home and others can be quite sophisticated. Just look at the mid 20th century difference between the gentlemen in suits types from Greenwich Village and the mountain …
3 Fierce Artists Breaking Both Genre and Gender Stereotypes
Lauran Hibberd – “Hunny is this What Adults Do?” Hibberd is the type of songwriter who hooks you from the very first note. Her songwriting, mixed with her sweet and sardonic vocals continue to make listeners by the dozen swoon. The ability to …
New Music Friday – Episode 77 – Vote in the poll to decide who wins an artist feature!
Here we go again with another round up of incredible music. Vote in the poll below to decide who wins a feature. The voting ends in one week, so feel free to share and get others voting as well. Nonsens – “Wildfire” -If …
6 Of the Best Tracks We Heard This Week
Grei – “Sky’s The Limit” This one is anthemic and intimate, while crafting a boundless sound of hope. Starting off as a standard acoustic singer songwriter track, it takes off into a different realm with the help of electro pop sensibilities. Dreamy, catchy, …
Album Review: Companyon – (NMF #39 Winner)
Companyon is the musical project of Bryan Wehrkamp. The album was written and recorded at Wake Forrest University in North Carolina. As you press play on the tracks of this album, you’re immediately struck with a sense of investment and importance. This is …
These are a few of my favorite things – the non-holiday version
So here’s a little secret about our process at ETTG. We have a document that has a list of all the artists we accept with a little “note” section for the genre or style. Every once in a while we get a bit …
Album Review: The Oh Hellos – Notos
The sibling due of Maggie and Tyler Heath (and a bunch of their friends), known as The Oh Hellos, are back with another album of gang vocals and hand clapping. The other day they announced a robust North America tour in support of …
Seattle’s Night Ships Create Emotive and Experimental Art For the Masses
We cover a lot of music. We mean a lot. Some of our favorites are the ones who test the boundary of genre, and in doing so, what is possible. Of course it is easy to blend different styles and influences, but what …
4 Rising Must Hear Songwriters
Emily James – “Lion’s Den” Wow. This track from the young singer songwriter has the ability to make ardent supporters of pop country out of stubborn rock purists. Her country-tinged voice is understated and incredible while mixing incredibly with a building sound similar …