Monthly Mix: July 2013

The Weeknd opens Kiss Land

     

     July is in true form as the sun shines down and the breeze flows by on these peaceful evenings. The influx of brand new mp3s is making for yet another red hot summer. Whether at the water park, or flying down roller coasters, this month's mix will for sure keep the adrenaline going all night.

     Toronto R&B sensation Abel Tesfaye, better known as The Weeknd is set to launch his brand new debut album Kiss Land [September 10, via Republic] at the end of the summer. Heavy on bass, and catchy on hooks, The Weeknd delivers some bedroom shaking anthems. As he echoes 'This ain't nothin' to relate to' on the title track "Kiss Land," his beats may start catching on sooner than he thinks. The album-supporting tour hits all major hotspots all over Canada and the U.S. throughout the fall.

     This seems to be the most relaxing time of the year. Perfect for the headphones and a refreshing cocktail. The July playlist zigs and zags on its route as some heavy hitters emerge and some hidden gems lay quietly in the beach sand.

July 2013 Playlist

1. Beck - I Won't Be Long

2. Franz Ferdinand - Love Illumination

3. Pepper - F**k Around (All Night)

 

4. Grouplove - Ways To Go

5. AWOLNATION - This Kid's Not Alright

6. The Weeknd -  Kiss Land

7. Hot Chip - Dark & Stormy

8. Mayer Hawthorne - Her Favorite Song

9. Gogol Bordello - Lost Innocent World

10. Washed Out - Don't Give Up

11. Brothertiger - In Mind

12. Pearl Jam - Mind Your Manners

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