frogi – “Moonlight” With similarities to Katie Herzig, I was instantly intrigued, however, she proved herself to be her own force once I listened more. It’s got one of the most interesting beats and rhythms I’ve heard in a long time… and let’s …
Category: Atmospheric
A Dreary Tuesday Playlist
Dawn Riding – “Trouble” The music of this Oakland trio is beautifully simple and heartbreakingly endearing. The harmonies are especially affecting and showcase classic folk and country leanings with a ear to the present. Relying on their talent, Dawn Riding craft mature soundscapes …
Talented Indie Rockers The Racer Impress With “The Greatest”
Monroe, New York act The Racer has switched gears after an already impressive career. After releasing three full-length albums, including their 2016 Kickstarter funded GIANT which was produced by Dan Hannon of Manchester Orchestra fame. In the current musical landscape, the grinding act …
Cavetown Provide a Beautiful YouTube Gem
UK act Cavetown are back with an impressive piece of indie pop that plays to all our feels. Their new single, “Home”, has a refreshing sway and optimism that reminded us of a more mellow Ben Folds. While the act is fantastic – …
3 Incredibly Chill and Dreamy Tracks
Caleb Harris – “A Day in June” The songwriting here is incredible. Layered over impressively intimate guitar work, “A Day in June” gives listeners everything needed for an emotive musical exploration. Harris crafts a perfectly chilled but emotive sonic experience. The vocals transport …
Heron Return With Feel Inducing Post Rock Track
Pennsylvania act Heron have been on our radar for awhile now. The expressive band are able to craft near classic sounds by bouncing through various genres unhindered. For “Light”, the band explores a post rock sound that could easily be a B-Side of …
Oak Meadow: Incredible Instrumental Post Rock
We have a undying love for Post Rock here at Ear to the Ground. Done right, it can transport listeners to the very limits of imagination and musical ambition. While we don’t receive many tracks within the instrumental rock genre, when we do, …
2 Acts We CANNOT Get Enough Of
The Western Den – “Like You Do” “Like You Do” is a creatively constructed piece of indie goodness. Leaving behind the oft folk described label, the band pierces through genre and style with expert precision. The vocals of one half of the duo, Deni Hlavinka are nothing short of …
Your Weekend New Music Playlist
KT Tunstall – “Human Being” We have always loved the creative spirit of Tunstall, and her new single is further proof of her solid songwriting and ability to rock a track. “Human Being” is incredibly catchy, which we come to expect from the artist, but surprisingly she also …
A Perfect Meditative Winter Playlist
Chloe Foy – “in the bleak midwinter” The delicate instrumentation on this received our attention immediately. This cover of a classic Christmas song, originating from a 1872 Christina Rossetti poem, is melancholy but vibrant, both attributes of the extraordinary songwriter Chloe Foy. Her talent is evident in …
