“The world hurries on at its breakneck pace People fly by in their lifelong race For them there’s a future to find And I think they’re leaving me behind The chances they come, but the chances have been lost Success can be gained …
Category: Atmospheric
The 3 Best Songs From The Week That Was
Eric Benoit – “Taos” This building rock jam is off Eric’s sophomore album, due out January 26th. The delicate mix of gentle climbing instrumentation and the songwriter’s lulling vocals makes this track a must hear. “Taos” has a floating folk tune, but it …
The Tuesday Top 5
Andrew Goldring – “Lost in the Motion” Goldring’s new EP Morning Light, is a fresh start for the songwriter. Coming off fronting two bands over the past years, Golden Sun and Great Interstate, he decided to go solo on his latest effort. Working …
Album Review: Misty Boyce Gets Lost In The Sound of Creation and Grief
Misty Boyce takes a step forward, both lyrically and compositionally, in her latest LP, Get Lost. Known for her expertise in theory and piano performance, Boyce expands upon her musical arsenal, boasting complex counter-melodies and tempo shifts that allow listeners to be enveloped …
Your Perfect Eclectic Weekend Playlist
Amparo – “Balderdash” / “Lidkoeb” This artist has an ambient and crushingly atmospheric sound. The instrumental of “Balderdash” was made perfect from a trip in the woods of Sweden. The artist borrowed a guitar from a friend, and then got back to looping …
Your Must Have New Year’s Playlist
Pleasures of the Damned – “Apple Pie” Besides having a killer name, these UK rockers have a glowing similarity to the likes of Bully and 90’s grunge. The way they build an explosive sound is top notch on their latest single. If you …
2017 Albums of the Year: Matt’s List 5-1
# 5 Mercury & Lightning – John Mark McMillan FFO Existential Songwriting, Unexpected Songwriters, Gungor We are a little bias, but we believe McMillan to be one of the most underrated songwriters alive today. His ability to walk the delicate line between the …
4 Must Hear Songwriters
Emily James – “Lion’s Den” We cannot get enough of this pop heavy track. James’ ability to connect with a larger audience than what you would expect for her sound, is incredible given her youth. This track has definite shades of more established …
2017 Songs of The Year: Matt’s List 10-6
It’s the end of the year which can only mean one thing, a complete inundation of Best of lists. We at Ear to the Ground love being able to dust off tracks we heard this year and compile our favorite tracks. This politically charged year …
Thursday Rundown: The Week’s Best Tracks
Mr. Gabriel – “Help Me Out” This hypnotic track has more than a few layers of outstanding sounds. At one point shoe gaze, and at another more electro croon, the Nashville artist has created something special. We especially enjoy the handclaps and thriving …
