“Get you back again”-If you think “they don’t make country like they used to” you need to turn off the radio and start paying more attention to serious country music blogs and playlists. Malin Pettersen shows us that expressive, genuine country music is …
Category: Country
Featured Single: Ted Z and the Wranglers – “Corner Store”
If you’re looking for authentic country music, you need to spin Ted Z and the Wranglers. What it lacks in polish it makes up in authenticity. I can’t quite put my finger on whether it’s honkytonk, rock-a-billy, or even a dash of the …
Rising folk and singer songwriters to get to know
Kyler Pierce – “If I changed”-There’s a sincerity in this track that soothes my soul immediately. It carries an intimacy that reminds me of the early days of my own relationship with my beloved. The thing I wish I could tell those youngsters …
Off the beaten path country music worth giving a spin
Mikaela Finne – “When you lose”-If I told you this artist was from Nashville and comes from a long line of country artists you’d probably believe me. Instead, she’s from Finland and has been writing music out of Stockholm, Sweden for years now. …
Hard Working Indie Weekend Jams
Alexa Rose – “Like A Child” This North Carolina songstress has an incredible sound that beautifully embodies the heart of true country and Americana. Sharing the stage with the likes of Jessica Lea Mayfield and The Wild Reeds, Rose is due for her …
The most commercial (but still indie) country you’ll ever hear on ETTG
Morganway – “In a dream (Coming Home)”-If you like the pop harmonies of a folk outfit like the Belle Brigade, you will enjoy Morganway. The overall vibe of the song is up beat. The lyrics will have you reminiscing past relationships, but the …
Get your toes tapping to this Americana playlist
Smooth Hound Smith – “Waiting for a spark”-If you’re looking for a timeless country-flavored Americana tune, SHS bring a really nice one here. The lead female vocal is really impressive, flavoring the entire track. Once it picks up it becomes a bit more …
Your Perfect Weekend YouTube Playlist
Julia Michaels – “Hurt Again” There is a lot to like about Michaels, regardless of your musical preference. The artist has already accomplished some major milestones, including working and writing for some of the biggest pop acts out there. Now, as she forges …
A cool Americana six pack to get you through the weekend
Cold Little Crow – “Silverbell”-If you are a fan of duo harmonies, you simply have to give Cold Little Crow a spin. This track has a wonderful energy about it. The rolling sound is equal parts the Civil Wars and something a bit …
Guest Concert Review – Ray Blair on Kelsey Kopecky in Nashville’s Centennial Park
Considering that as I type this there are storm sirens wailing outside my door for the fourth time, the outdoor concert I just went to was pretty darn good! It was a night of firsts. It was my daughter’s first concert, and it …
