Here we are right before the “end of year” list season, we’d like to offer a few gems that have come across our desks in the past few weeks. Foxwarren – “To Be” -Andy Shauf’s the name, killin’ the folk scene is the …
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Discover some chilling indie rock music
N Sherman – “I Used To” -The cool vibes on this track are fascinating. More atmospheric than a banger, Sherman’s style will make you take pause. Channeling a blend of grungy alt rock and modern post rock, Sherman’s vibe is contemplative. Take stock …
A Classic Winter Jam: PARKS – “Sweater Weather”
PARKS – “Sweater Weather” -If you’re into pop indie rock jams, you can’t do much better than the classic “Sweater Weather” by PARKS. In a world that has come to embrace the “ugly Christmas sweater” meme, this song takes on extra meaning. I …
Fjord – “If I was to call”
Fjord – “If I was to call” -When I first ran across the genre of chillwave, I didn’t really know what to make of it. It’s chill, of course, but there’s also a kind of movement to it that you don’t hear in …
A Wintry Single: Sarah Miles – “Snowman”
As I write this, there’s a soft early December snow falling. I’m not sure if my kids and I will get to build a snowman from this one, but we definitely will at some point this winter. This track takes on a different …
Exploring some late 2018 folk artists
Fairground Saints – “Somewhere Down the Line” -I really appreciate the almost Partridge Family quality of the vocals here. You laugh, but honestly it’s such a good time, positive-vibes kind of sound I can’t get enough of the Fairground Saints. If I was …
Discovering truly unique neoclassical music
Tom Merrall – “Dreaming of Forever” -Merrall’s style is ever-moving, a sense of constant evolution with the piano. The rolling style is hypnotic and engaging both at the same time. Sometimes it reminds me of the Chicago classic “Colour My World” while other …
Appreciating unique textures in indie rock
Joel Taylor – “Moment’s Notice” -Taylor has a gospel soul that permeates through this track. It’s powerful and will have you clapping along. Some of the lyrics are tragic, but there’s an optimistic to the track. The soaring lead vocal wins the day …
Partnering with Hungry for Music: Giving Tuesday and beyond
Well here it is – Giving Tuesday – I’m sure you’ve heard. To celebrate the occasion, EarToTheGround would like to give back a bit. We are supporting an organization called Hungry for Music (https://hungryformusic.org/) that helps children gain access to instruments. The organization …
New Music Potpourri – Trust us on these and find a new favorite
Kelsey Waters – “I Pour” -Sometimes it can be hard to believe that “country music” in its current iteration is anything like its roots. But honestly, artists like Kelsey Waters come along and remind me that all is not lost. The lyricism in …
