Ida Rose – “Talk About Myself” -Maybe I’m just one of those smarmy media types, but I don’t usually have trouble talking about myself. Yet at the same time, I find Rose’s lyrics here about social anxiety quite familiar. As an introvert, this …
Category: Indie Rock
Tuesday’s Best Tracks
Oldboy – “Calling Out” Sounds like this are needed in the fall. “Calling Out” is fun, clever, and layered with delightful elements like handclaps and vocals. There is an immediate George Ezra vibe we appreciate, but there is definitely something different about Oldboy. He has a sweetness …
Spooky Treats for the Halloween Weekend!
“Heartbreaker” by Down North, Jimmy James Full of vigor, this rock/soul/bluesy tune is everything I didn’t even know I needed today! Stellar vocals and musicality, this is the anthem for all those who have been hurt by someone and then needed to dance it …
Beautiful music as a treat to your ears
Alexander Wren – “Strangers Again” -The slide guitar will make you think this is a country song, but don’t be deceived; this is a gorgeous gospel folk track. Some of the modern stylings in the background might throw you off, but rest assured …
Thursday’s Must Hear Tracks
Hot Collars – “Good Fun” There is a certain wave of fun that is unmistakable in the music of Hot Collars. We find it refreshing and cannot stop listening to everything they release. In a world of bad news and heartbreak, “Good Fun” is the …
Album Review: Tors – Wilder Days EP
The opening harmony on Tors’ “Wilder Days” is one of the most sublime sounds we’ve heard all year. We put them immediately on a list of artists to dig into deeper. Here we are, exploring this fantastic debut EP from a quickly rising …
Singer-songwriters to Welcome the Changing Season
The leaves are changing, the weather’s turned cold… but our hearts are warm and hopeful. Unless you hate fall, in which case you’re heart is of the colder variety. But, if you love the changing season then here are some tunes to help …
Mid week variety playlist – A new jam for all the cool kids
FRAUDS – “Silent” -The beat on this track will make a believer out of anyone. Then when you combine the nostalgic elements with some hard hitting lyrics, you get this overall vibe that is pretty unparalleled. You might want to compare this to …
Some Incredible Songwriters You Need
Jacob McCoy – “All I Need” / “Rear View Mirror” If we were to have a patron saint here at Ear to the Ground, we would be hard-pressed to find someone more qualified than Jacob McCoy. His sound exemplifies us as a site. His vocals …
3 Great New Tracks For Everyone
Keelan Mak – “Flicker” There is a ton to like about this Brisbane artist. His craft is sultry and soulful. The indie minimalist artist has a majestic way of creating tracks that have an accompanying mood that sticks to your ears as much …
