Monthly Mix: September 2016

Bon Iver crunches the numbers on 22, A Million

     The signs of the fall have began to surface in the form of red and orange leaves, and brisk evening breezes. Signs of new music have also surfaced, and the first batch of the season does not disappoint.
     Wisconsin's Bon Iver is creating a buzz with their latest album 22, A Million [September 30, via Jagjaguwar]. Frontman Justin Vernon wrote all ten tracks on the album, most of which contain various looped recording techniques. On the eerie track "10 Death/Breast" Vernon has a message as he proclaims 'love, don't fight it'. Check them out on tour as they roll through Germany, the U.S., France, and the U.K.
     Summer is officially behind us and hooded-sweatshirt weather is upon us. As we shift into fall, it's always good to know the iPod is stacked with fresh cuts. The September Playlist makes a good soundtrack for the first bonfire of the season.  


September 2016 Playlist

1.  Jimmy Eat World  -  "Sure And Certain"

2.  Lewis Del Mar  -  "Painting (Masterpiece)"

3.  Bon Iver  -  "10 d E A T h b R E a s T"

4.  Judah & the Lion  -  "Take It All Back"

5.  Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness  -  "Fire Escape"

6.  Kings Of Leon  -  "Waste A Moment"

7.  Phish  -  "Breath And Burning"

8.  Warpaint  -  "New Song"

9.  The Weeknd  -  "Starboy" ft. Daft Punk

10.  Hey Violet  -  "Brand New Moves"

11.  Saint Motel  -  "Move"

12.  Calvin Harris  -  "My Way"

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Jimmy Eat World - "Sure And Certain"
Lewis Del Mar - "Painting (Masterpiece)"
Bon Iver - "10 d E A T h b R E a s T"
Judah & the Lion - "Take It All Back"
Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness - "Fire Escape"
Kings Of Leon - "Waste A Moment"
Phish - "Breath And Burning"
Warpaint - "New Song"
The Weeknd - "Starboy" ft. Daft Punk
Hey Violet - "Brand New Moves"
Saint Motel - "Move"
Calvin Harris - "My Way"

Monthly Mix: July 2015

Tame Impala sends out Currents

      The summer started off relatively hot and the good times keep on rolling. The beaches and lakes have been in picturesque form, and an added bonus has been the healthy doses of fresh tunes.
     Australian psych-rockers Tame Impala are generating some buzz with their latest effort Currents [July 17, via Interscope]. Band leader Kevin Parker has elements of his signature hazy 80's dance music throughout the thirteen tracks. For the lengthy tripped-out "Let It Happen", the group goes on an adventure down a path of fuzzy synths and acid rock. The rest of the record rides along a similar path and creates for a smooth listen. Check these guys out as their tour spins through the U.S. and Europe with big gigs at Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits.
     It's great to be able to fire up the grill every night and knock a couple cold drinks down. As the summer continues to roll on, it's good to have gas in the lawn mower, beer in the fridge, and some fresh beats in the headphones.


July 2015 Playlist

1.  Cold War Kids  -  "First"

2.  Astronauts, etc.  -  "Eye To Eye"

3.  Tame Impala  -  "Let It Happen"

4.  Atlas Genius  -  "Molecules"

5.  Day Wave  -  "Drag"

6.  Wilco  -  "Random Name Generator"

7.  Awolnation  -  "I Am"

8.  JR JR  -  "Gone"

9.  Foals  -  "Mountain At My Gates"

10.  Civil Twilight  -  "Holy Dove"

11.  Toro Y Moi  -  "Pitch Black"  ft. Rome Fortune

12.  The Weeknd  -  "Can't Feel My Face"

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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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