Baby Queen – “Pretty Girl Lie” This is probably one of our favorite discoveries of 2020. The music of Baby Queen is an incredibly artful cultural commentary that is scathing as much as it is danceable. Her last single, “Buzzkill”, won us over …
Category: Indie Rock
Incredible Folk You NEED
Washburn and the River – “Piperville” Some days, we all need a little soothing art to comfort our lonely days. This one reminds us of some of the introspective joy we gain from acts like Fleet Foxes. The young songwriter is prepping a …
Three unique takes on the indie rock genre
Reed Gaines – “People getting older”-For some, this sound is more pop than it is indie rock. That said, the overall style of “People getting older” feels right for me. It’s got that understated vibe that defined a lot of folk rock in …
3 Tremendously Expressive Songwriters
Simon Alexander – “Northwoods” If you have yet to experience the magic of Swedish songwriter Simon Alexander, you are in for a treat. While he has quietly been building an impressive catalog of classics, his latest release, “Northwoods”, is perhaps some of his …
The Very Best Thursday Jams
Blue Yonder – “You Are the Morning” These vibes are strong. The new track from the alt-Americana act, has plenty of laid back grooves to help ease any 2020 tensions. It is soulful, groovy, and a tad psychedelic. The shared vocals are especially …
Artist to Watch: : : Rose Brokenshire Calms and Impresses
Rose Brokenshire – “Maybe We’re Just Tired” In the ever complicated time we live in, the music of Toronto songwriter Rose Brokenshire is a much needed balm for battered minds. The relevantly titled “Maybe We’re Just Tired”, is a rich expression of style …
Three genre bending tracks for those who are looking for something different
Counting Chances – “Fine fine fine fine”-The first time I heard this song I wasn’t sure what to do with it. The epic jazz vocal in the opening is really moving. I figured it was just going to be a kind of classic …
Greta Stanley Wows, Giving us an Old “New Feeling”
Greta Stanley – “New Feeling” Honestly, the music of Greta Stanley exemplifies why we started Ear to the Ground so many years ago. That feeling we got from the first listen of “New Feeling”, is something we work everyday in hopes of finding. …
Three unique takes on the “rock” genre
Caroline Culver – “I went out with a man”-The message of this song is not one that the two male editors of this website can relate to personally, but we sure want to magnify Culver’s voice here. Basically, you should just shut up …
Exceptional Thursday Covers
Jenny Owen Youngs – “Teenage Dream” (Katy Perry) We had the privilege of seeing Jenny Owen Youngs on a supporting tour with Frank Turner years ago. The way she captured the audience was electrifying. Much of that talent is captured in her subtle …
