2015 will be another busy year in the life of UK punk folk icon Frank Turner. Fresh off his latest full-length Tape Deck Heart, Turner is releasing a new Butch Walker produced album this year, releasing his first book documenting his tireless touring …
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Justin Hulsey – Morning Bloom – Excellent Denver Singer-Songwriter
Denver based singer-songwriter Justin Hulsey knows how to write about the harsh realities of life while still maintaining the uncanny ability of doing it in a way that beckons the listener to sing along and rock back and forth in defiance. He recently …
Youtube Gem – Chet Faker – Smooth and Seductive Aussie Groove Maker
Last year I found Australian electronica artist Chet Faker and my life has been richer ever since. It was one of those musical destiny moments where he happened to be playing a show in nearby Cleveland on the exact night I discovered him …
Island Apollo – Your New Favorite Band
Island Apollo are one of the more interesting bands to come out of California recently. The band comes fresh off a change in name (they used to be called The Bolts), as well as musical direction. Graduating from college and coming to terms …
ARCHIS – Dia Frampton/Joseph Trapanese – Symphonic Pop
ARCHIS is what you get when you pair singer/songwriter Dia Frampton (Meg & Dia, runner-up in the first season of The Voice), with film composer Joseph Trapanese known for his work with Daft Punk (Tron) and M83 (Oblivion). The result is a sweeping …
Quick Hit – Goldishack and the Devil’s Groove
Recently I was sent a song from an artist out of the Lower East Side of Manhattan who goes by the name Goldi. We at Ear to the Ground typically don’t review singles, however one listen of his new project Goldishack, made me …
Artist Interview – Eric Lilavois
While the name Eric Lilavois may be new to some, his resume is most definitely not. The diverse craftsman has worked with some of the brightest bands around including Atlas Genius, Saint Motel, Surfer Blood, and My Chemical Romance. His talent as producer …
Grayson Schick – Alt-Country Gem
Occasionally an artist comes along who epitomizes the sound and mission of Ear to the Ground. Whether it is in style or mere swagger, they are the ones whose songs give verification to the need for great music sites. Enter Ohio’s native son …
Forbear – Haunting and Beautiful
Every now and again I hear the forceful assertion that there is no good music made anymore. While at times I can definitely sympathize with this broad generalization, I feel that it negates the responsibility of the listener to sift through the blah …
The Young Braves – Young UK Pop Rockers On the Rise
The UK has always been home of young and talented rockers. The recent ascension of acts like Royal Blood and Arctic Monkeys have brought a renewal of this rich musical tradition. Influenced by bands like these as well as American acts like Kings …
