Jamie Yost – “Ravens”-Something about Yost’s vocal reminds me of Ben Abraham, so of course I like it. There’s a poetic phrasing to Yost’s songwriting that reminds me a bit of Isbell. If you know about my love for those artists, you’ll understand …
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Indie rock and pop to party all weekend! – March 2019
Beach of Diamonds – “Up all night”-Beach of Diamonds have an electrifying sound. There’s a pop punk energy at times that connects with my roots. I especially appreciate the way the chord progressions feel familiar but not over used. The intensity of this …
New music potpourri – March 2019
Human Barbie – “The Village Priest”-There’s something soothing about this song’s construction. The guitars sound vintage and the lead vocal is understated, but it seems to work really well. It feels like a deep cut from one of your favorite 60s bands. I …
So you’re an Americana fan, are ya? Check out these tracks then
DL Rossi – “Good Woman”-When I listen to DL Rossi I can’t help but think of David Ramirez. That’s like telling someone their hitting style looks like Hank Aaron. Rossi has just the right kind of rasp to his voice that works perfect …
Mid-week music mix – folk, rock, and indie pop
The Currys – “Fault Lines”-If you’re new around here, then let me tell you a secret; I’m a sucker for harmony vocals. I absolutely love when they come with an enjoyable song and a melody that pulls you in. The Currys have a …
Indie music got me feelin’ alright – February 2019 indie folk and rock playlist
All Faces – “Welcome Home”-Somewhere in the space between handy clappy happy-go-lucky folk music and atmospheric indie rock is this gem of a track from All Faces. It’s full of brightness and joy. It’s the kind of song that will have you smiling, …
The Heartbeat of EarToTheGround – A folk and acoustic playlist
Ryan David Orr – “The floor of this house”-The easy going acoustic folk style of this track reflects what we’re all about on this site. There’s a sensibility here that might make you think about CSNY and that’s okay. The connectedness and deep …
A variety playlist for early January 2019
James Smith – “Tell Me That You Love Me”-Since this track has over 3 million plays you might be thinking it’s not very “indie,” but we still want to support this kind of music. The vocal is outstanding and the easy going songwriting …
One Last Great Playlist for 2018
Calembour – “Yours and Mine”-There’s a gentleness to this song that speaks to me deeply. I think the easy comparison is Mumford and Sons, but really the sound stands on its own. The intimacy in the lyrics work really well with the captivating …
A Winter Equinox Playlist – Light, Harmony, and Hope
Whitney Mongé – “Born Without Wings”-This wonderful track has a core of truth to it that slowly unfolds throughout the song. It’s a narrative form folk song with spirit. The chords help the lyrics cut through the air about identity in family and …
