Author Archives: Michael Eades

Various Artists – Justin & Jeneisha Forever

Posted Fri June 5, 2020

JUSTIN & JENEISHA FOREVER by Justin Jones Forever Today is #BandcampFriday, a day in which our favorite music platform waives their revenue share fees and contributes 100% of profits directly to the artists. This not only serves as a way for the platform to give fully to creators but those recipients can, in turn, give […]

Justice for Black Lives and Bettering The Community

Posted Mon June 1, 2020

Like most people, seeing the events of the past weekend during the “I Will Breathe” Rally was a call-to-arms. While the chaotic events of the evening warrant their own discussion, it’s undeniable that the peaceful events of the rally itself (and the impetus behind it) should be at the front of mind for everyone. Violence […]

200: We Own This Town

Posted Mon June 1, 2020 from WOTT Music

By just about weights and measures, reaching 200 episodes is a milestone worth celebrating but in regards to We Own This Town Music, a little context is important. This show, as you know it right now, is a weekly podcast showcasing new and interesting releases from the Nashville area. Given that it’s a WEEKLY show, […]

Coach goes to Detention and Schools Us All

Posted Tue May 26, 2020

Don’t be alarmed by the mass of people shown in the above image! That pic was taken on New Year’s Eve at ACME during the festivities DJ’ed by RATE and Coach; a testament to the throngs of folks that would come out each and every time they put on a party. In fact, Coach (aka […]

Country Westerns – “I’m Not Ready” (Official Video)

Posted Fri May 22, 2020

Without fail, every single time I read the band name “Country Westerns” I imagine a band that rides the line between Americana and all out Classic Rock. Every single time I actually hear Country Westerns I am reminded that they are decidedly not that and I really need to get my head straight. The latest […]

Soccer Mommy & Friends Singles Series

Posted Thu May 21, 2020

Soccer Mommy & Friends Singles Series by soccer mommy Soccer Mommy recently announced Soccer Mommy & Friends Singles Series in which pals of Sophie Allison will be releasing a variety of interesting new songs. The first two tracks from the series are available now in the form of a song swap – Soccer Mommy covering […]

Get to know Lucinda Williams with this Bandsplainer Playlist

Posted Thu May 21, 2020

On the most recent episode of Bandsplainer, host Olivia Ladd was joined by Heaven Honey to discuss the legacy, influence and massive body of work from Americana trailblazer Lucinda Williams. If you haven’t heard it yet, do so now. If you have heard the episode and find yourself yearning for an entry point on getting […]

Safari Room – “Young Water” (Official Video)

Posted Wed May 20, 2020

Safari Room has been on the WOTT radar since the release of their first EP, Actual Feelings, back in 2018. In the short two years since that release, they’ve managed to release a handful of additional singles, a full-length and a number of live sets; all showcasing an increasing confidence in the direction of their […]

Local Venues Join NIVA to Fight for the Future of Local Music

Posted Tue May 19, 2020

The TLDR of this piece is simple, go here and tell your legislators to help save independent music venues! One of the earliest victims of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, was the music venue. While measures were taken to keep patrons safe early on, it became clear that stuffing people together into an enclosed room for […]