Friends of the blog, JD Eicher and the Goodnights, are releasing a new album very soon. Spoiler alert: it’s really good. To promote that and just because they can, they’ve released a music video for “I’d Like To Get To Know You”. It’s …
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Quick Hits: We Stole the Sun and Cereus Bright – New music in the modern folk revival
This edition of quick hits brings us two remarkable modern folk groups. One is the duo We Stole the Sun with delightful harmonies and subtle songwriting. The other is Cereus Bright, a Lumineers-esque group that could be the poster boys for modern folk. …
The Deadly Gentlemen – Roll Me, Tumble Me – Bluegrass for the Masses
Bluegrass music is not for everyone. Often, the fiddle, the banjo, and/or the mandolin can be abrasive to people who don’t like this style of music. What makes a bluegrass band extra special, in my mind, is when they can create music that …
Artist Interview – Ben Caron – Pop soul vocalist exclusive performance on ETTG!
1) Upon first listen you seem to have an Amos Lee flavor. a.) Is he an influence? Amos Lee is definitely an influence of mine, and I’m glad you heard it in my music. He’s not only one of the best songwriters I’ve …
Alice Howe- The Clearing: Young Artist, Traditional Sound Bring Great Music Out of the Woods
Alice Howe. The Clearing Alice Howe/Bandcamp, 2013. http://www.alicehowe.com/ Alice Howe’s work begins when she was just 12, and her first self-titled studio album came out in 2009. Her influences include folk masters such as Jackson Brown, Joan Baez, and Joni Mitchell, and these …
Post Script – Post Script EP – Stunning folk duo brings debut harmonies
Paul Cournoyer and Steph Blais are the two halves of the adorable indie folk duo Post Script. What makes their music so good is the incredible, indescribable vocal blending juxtaposed with the crystal clear vocals of Steph’s voice. Seriously this is a “did …
Bear’s Den – Isaac
Here’s an awesome acoustic track from a British trio that we’re excited about. Look for more on Bear’s Den and their EP “Agape” coming soon.
Lowly, The Tree Ghost – Tall Tales EP – Pop folk album review
Lowly, the Tree Ghost have an intriguing sound that is part folk, part blended harmonies that you’ve probably never heard before. Their latest EP Tall Tales brings a mixture of folk stylings that shows both toe tappers and some a little more solemn …
Marcus Foster and Bobby Long – Crooked Sky
Here’s an awesome acoustic track from two excellent singer-songwriters. There were 3 views when I posted this, so enjoy the fresh hot new music folks.
VanLadyLove – “Neverland” – Artsy pop YouTube Gem
What do you get when you mix powerful pop vocals, electronic background percussion, and a mandolin…? VanLadyLove. This video is also a thing of beauty. Make it full screen and just take it in… from the gorgeous scenes to the overall story line, …
