“Wow”. You know the feeling, right? You sneak into your favorite music listening spot – on your couch, in your bed, or at your workspace – and the sound hits you. You can’t express why, though you will try, but the music makes …
Category: Artist Spotlight
Thursday Rock / / Fiery Up and Comer Anna Rose Proves She Deserves Your Praise
There are few times in life where we fall in love instantly. When we do, we remember the moment clearly if not through exaggerated perspective. When I heard a new track from fiery new artist, Anna Rose, I was reminded of this feeling. …
Must Hear Thursday: Mainland – “Beggars”
Friends to the site and generally great guys Mainland are hot off an extraordinary EP and are due for a killer debut full-length later this year. The boys have been touring like crazy and have been debuting the track “Beggars” which the guys were super …
Something for Everyone in 4 Acts
Jake Etheridge Jake is a unique talent. His ability to write a perfect love song is enviable. His songs are simple and sweet but also very authentic and relevant. This alone is an ability that sets him apart from the sea of singer …
You’re Welcome:3 of Our Favorite New Acts
Birthday Boy are why we do what we do. Covering tons of music is no picnic, but when you come across acts like this Philadelphia 3-piece, you believe to hope again. The guys have recently released their second EP while letting fans download …
/// Three Rock EP’s to Punch Your Saturday Soul
Northern California three-piece Thunderchief have a flare for the dramatic. Whether it is through song title (“Sudden Death in the Flesh” comes to mind), the nickname “butcher” for their bassist, or the pure magnetism that embodies every riff and soul-shattering drum beat. These …
Nick Zubeck (Sun Kil Moon): : : : : Exclusive Video Premiere
What drives us to adore certain artists while discarding countless others? What makes us connect to the art of a random few? Recently at Ear to the Ground, we asked these questions and to the best of our gleanings we decided it …
Rising Artist Chat: Brenna Whitaker
Recently we had the great fortune to interview Universal/Verve artist and ETTG darling Brenna Whitaker. Drawing on many influences and having incredible talent, it is no wonder that people such as John Mayer are taking notice. Her recent single “Love Back” has been …
Artist Spotlight: NY’s Mainland are the best thing you will hear all month
We at Ear to the Ground get the rare honor to cover some of the best emerging artists from across the world. Like many great things though, we can sometimes take it for granted. The glimmer that once danced behind our eyes is …
Artist to Watch: Lucy Dacus – “I Don’t Wanna Be Funny Anymore”
Richmond songwriter Lucy Darcus is sure to have a big year. Her debut album No Burden drops February 26th but we already have a preview of things to come. “I Don’t Wanna Be Funny Anymore” is a creative and witty song that is sure to …
