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Our newest editions to the East of 8th playlist are sure to get your attention. With the sun setting earlier and earlier, we packed this update with up-tempo alt-rock and indie-pop tracks to help brighten the mood. Without further ado, here is this week’s East of 8th playlist presented in the order they were added … Read more THE EAST OF 8th PLAYLIST: NEW MUSIC FOR NOVEMBER 11, 2020
This week the playlist is unfortunately the 7 X 8th Playlist due to the last minute scratch of one song. Don’t worry, there’s still plenty of new music for you to listen to as you sit outside enjoying this early fall weather–at least here in the southern U.S. Like the weather here in Nashville, this … Read more THE 8 x 8th PLAYLIST: NEW MUSIC FOR SEPTEMBER 19, 2020
Garage rock makes a return to the East of 8th playlist this week! With it comes several folk rock songs that show off the range of sounds that fill that genre. Never allowing the playlist to be too predictable, there’s also a crazy unique song with a soundscape blending anthemic pop rock and electronica! Without … Read more THE 8 x 8th PLAYLIST: NEW MUSIC FOR SEPTEMBER 12, 2020
Alternative rock is back! (At least for a few songs this week) We also get one of the more epic lo-fi tracks I’ve heard in a long time as well as a retro synth banger that you can’t miss. Without further ado, here is this week’s East of 8th playlist presented in the order they … Read more THE 8 x 8th PLAYLIST: NEW MUSIC FOR SEPTEMBER 5, 2020
If you’re a music lover, you’ve already noticed how much great music has been coming out recently. So, this week we’re giving you 9 new songs instead of just 8! This week is focused on a chill vibe. This playlist is ready for you to find some shade on these hot days and find some … Read more THE 8 x 8th PLAYLIST: NEW MUSIC FOR AUGUST 22, 2020
This week we have some genuine indie and alternative rock songs in the mix. Real electric guitar riffs! Real pulse-raising drum beats! However, the real highlight of this week’s additions is the wealth of female vocal talent. We’ve got raw emotion, groovy soul, and show-stopping tracks coming your way! Without further ado, here is this … Read more THE 8 x 8th PLAYLIST, AUGUST 7, 2020
Any good playlist merges a bunch of music genres so you never know what to expect. The 8 x 8th Playlist was created to bring together everything from indie rock to baroque pop. Good music is good music no matter how you define it. We were particularly blessed with the releases this week as the … Read more The 8 x 8th Playlist: New Music July 31, 2020
Rounding up the latest in new indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music. 8 new songs added just in time for the weekend. Take a listen! This week has a little bit of everything on the East of 8th playlist. From an angsty alternative anthem to true hip-moving indie pop, and even a few crossovers … Read more THE 8 x 8th PLAYLIST: JULY 24, 2020
Featuring the latest in indie rock, alternative, and indie pop. The East of 8th music blog has arrived on Spotify! The playlist will be updated each week with 8 new songs which will be rotated every 8 weeks, (eventually) resulting in 64 new songs for your listening pleasure! Without further ado, here is this week’s … Read more Introducing the East of 8th – 8 x 8th Spotify Playlist
Pushing limits—and breaking them—is the only constant for Natalie Claro. “Multi-instrumentalist” doesn’t do her justice. She is the sole writer, producer, and instrumentalist of all her music. Her shows are an adrenaline rush, musically and visually. Her lyrics frequently tackle topics ranging from politics to mental health, presented in an ear-catching style. With her newly … Read more A Playlist From Natalie Claro