independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
Ah. It's that time of year again when tastemakers and pundits compile lists of the year's best musical offerings. We at East of 8th decided to focus our efforts on highlighting albums that impacted us in 2017, whether they were recognized by the mainstream or not. Some of these artists hail from our own backyard,... Continue Reading →
The warm weather is here to stay in Nashville, which means that Musicians Corner is now in full swing--the weekly spring/summer/fall free music event is one of the perks of living in Music City. The series has continuously grown and has an impressive lineup this year; with so many great artists, we had to head... Continue Reading →
“There’s no place like home,” a quote with which we are all familiar, but what exactly is home? Nashville folk pop duo The Harmaleighs explore that question and more on their forthcoming EP, Hiraeth, set for release on May 5th. Haley Grant and Kaylee Jasperson decided to get rid of their apartment, store their belongings,... Continue Reading →
“I was like, hey Kaylee, wanna be in my band?” Haley Grant remembers of asking her partner, Kaylee Jasperson, to embark on a musical adventure called The Harmaleighs—on the condition that Jasperson sing harmonies. “I was like, I am a bass player, that is what I do. I do not sing,” she laughs. “Singing onstage... Continue Reading →
Musicians Corner, a free, weekly summertime concert series held in Nashville's Centennial Park is gearing up for its 2017 season, and HOLY BUCKETS, Y'ALL! This lineup is the absolute business! The two-day Kick Off Celebration begins on May 12th and 13th, and Musicians Corner has announced 18 additional artists who will perform on the Lightning 100 Acoustic... Continue Reading →
For folksy rockers The Harmaleighs, their show at the High Watt was a different type of homecoming. About two years ago, the duo of Haley Grant (lead vocals and guitar) and Kaylee Jasperson (bass and harmonies) traded the comfort of their Nashville apartment for the life of touring road warriors. While a lot has changed... Continue Reading →
