Music

July 16, 2014 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1c5pgo6zU10

Paul McCartney and Wings- Nineteen Eighty Five I know we haven’t posted in a while but I just wanted to share this amazing song. –Laura

June 10, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cP08d4ruZ0g

Dirty Heads- Lay Me Down In honor of my summer vacation starting in 2 days. –Laura

June 9, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uG2gYE5KOs

Janis Joplin- Piece of My heart A Classic. –Laura

June 8, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3T1c7GkzRQQ

The Police- Roxanne One of my Favorite songs growing up, but I didn’t learn the true meaning until I was 12. –Laura

June 7, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ_1HMAGb4k

Vance Joy- Riptide I heard this song on the radio today, and I automatically  loved it after the first verse. –Laura

June 6, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vjPBrBU-TM

Sia- Chandelier This song is incredible, and the story is so significant to the emotions. –Laura

June 5, 2014 

Tycho- Dive This song came on my Spotify and now am obsessed. –Laura

DJ Grumble- Finerthingz I recently discovered DJ Grumble and really enjoy his edits! –Michelle

June 4, 2014 

Charli XCX- Boom Clap I usually don’t listen to this type of music, but this is so catchy! –Laura

Karen O- The Moon Song Perfect!!! This song is from the “Her” soundtrack.–Michelle

June 3, 2014 

Andrew Bird- Tin Foiled Such a great song! –Laura

 

June 2, 2014 

Bahamas- All the Time I just found this song through deep searching on youtube, and it’s really relaxing.

June 1, 2014 

Santigold- Fame I’m obsessed with this song! –Laura

May 31, 2014 

Bleachers- I Wanna Get Better This song is super catchy. –Laura

May 30, 2014

Hellogoodbye– Oh, It Is Love This song is so calming and soothing. I absolutely love Hellogoodbye. –Michelle

Zee Avi- Honey Bee This is a voice that a could listen to all day long. Her voice is amazing. –Laura

May 29, 2014 

Young The Giant- I Got This has  got to be one of my favorite debut albums. All their songs are amazing on this album, but this one is probably my favorite. –Laura

Disclosure ft. Eliza Dootlittle-You & Me (Flume Remix) This version of the song is perfect! I love the beat and song in general. –Michelle

May 28, 2014 

CHVRCHES- The Mother We Share This song brings a lot of summer. –Laura

Lana Del Rey– Summertime Sadness (Hannes Fischer) I’ve been obsessing over Lana Del Rey’s songs lately and found this awesome remix. Enjoy. –Michelle

May 27, 2014  

The Lighthouse and the Whaler- We’ve got the most Heard this song about two times before but actually decided to take a good listen today. It’s super catchy. –Laura

The XX– Unfold (Beazy Tymes Remix) Such a great remix of the XX. It’s a really different and unique approach to the original track. –Michelle

May 26, 2014

Passion Pit– The Reeling You can never go wrong with some Passion Pit. Enjoy.  –Michelle

Lana Del Rey- Shades Of Cool I’m usually not a big Lana fan, except for a few songs. This is one of them!! –Laura

May 25, 2014

The Concept– Gimme Twice This band sounds so much like Phoenix!!!! –Michelle

Blondie- Heart of Glass It’s so hard to believe that this was the number 1 hit around the 1980’s, it’s such a good song. –Laura

May 24, 2014

Lauren Hillman — Almost There This song reminds me of my childhood. –Michelle

XX- Stars I was recently obsessed with this song! –Laura

May 23, 2014

Coldplay– Trouble Coldplay never ceases to disappoint. –Michelle

Pharrell Williams- Come Get It Bae ft Miley Cyrus  Pharrell is so creative with his music, and I love all the rhythms he fits into this song. –Laura

May 22, 2014 

New Politics- Harlem A really fun song. –Laura

Chance the Rapper– Cocoa Butter Kisses The beat of this song is really cool! –Michelle

May 21, 2014 

Vampire Weekend- Unbelievers I’ve seen this band grow from the beginning of their career, and they still have been able to portray meaningfulness in their songs. –Laura

Grouplove– Tongue Tied This song is a great one to run to! –Michelle

May 20, 2014 

Cage The Elephant- Spiderhead Vibing with their new album (Cigarette Daydreams) Go check it out, because they have such creative music. –Laura

The Kooks– Seaside This song reminds me of the beach and summer nights. –Michelle

May 19, 2014 

For the Foxes- Easy Way (Acapella) This song and this tune makes me really happy. I love the acapella version as well as the regular version. –Laura

Sam Smith– Stay With Me This artist is going to be a big hit! I can’t wait to hear his new album. –Michelle

May 18, 2014

Smallpools– Dreaming This band reminds me of Two Door Cinema Club. –Michelle

EllaFitzgerald ft Louis Armstrong- Dream A Little Dream Of Me It really is true, I love just about every rendition of this song, but this is on my top three list. –Laura

May 17, 2014

Michael Jackson– P.Y.T. My favorite MJ song. Enjoy. –Michelle

Mac Miller: The Space Migration Sessions- Objects in the mirror Mac Miller has always been my favorite rapper, because he’s so much more than that. He’s an all around talented musician. -Laura

May 16, 2014

Jaymes Young– Habits of My Heart (Sufjan Stevens Remix) This remix is so perfect. –Michelle

Pink Floyd- Another brick in the wall Gives a huge perspective on our education and how it’s viewed. –Laura

May 15, 2014

Coldplay– O From their new album Ghost Stories!!!! This song is one of my favorites. –Michelle

Queen -Under Pressure In my opinion the best showmen of our time. –Laura

May 14, 2014

The Beatles– Here Comes the Sun A reminder that better days are to come. Plus, you can never go wrong with the Beatles–Michelle

Ingrid Michaelson- You and I This was my throwback jam in seventh grade, I still love it. –Laura

May 13, 2014

Sam Smith– Money on My Mind I love how this song is so upbeat! It’s a great one to workout to. –Michelle

Never Shout Never- On the Brightside I’ve always loved how this band was able to bring such a huge message across to their songs.

May 12, 2014

KONGOSCome With Me Now The chorus is really catchy…. –Michelle

Sylvan Esso – Coffee I found this song through youtube and it’s the best. –Laura

May 11, 2014

Beirut– Santa Fe This song makes me want to go to beach. I love it. –Michelle

Twenty One Pilots- Car Radio I don’t really listen to this band but this song is catchy. –Laura

May 10, 2014

Scavenger Hunt– Dreamers I love this song so much! The intro is amazing. –Michelle

Of Monsters and Men- Love Love Love I love this band, especially when they sing live. –Laura

May 9, 2014

Coldplay– A Sky Full of Stars Coldplay’s new album is coming out May 19th!!! I cannot contain my excitement. –Michelle

Mumford and Sons- Little Lion Man A classic. –Laura

May 8, 2014

Two Door Cinema Club– This Is The Life This song reminds me of summer and beach days 8) –Michelle

One Republic- If I lose Myself I believe that anyone can fall in love with Ryan Tedder’s voice. This new album just adds to it. –Laura

May 7, 2014

Coasts– Ocean This song reminds of summer days! It puts me in such a good mood. –Michelle

Maroon 5- Won’t Go Home Without you This band will always be one of the first bands I ever fell in love with. –Laura

May 6, 2014

Youth Lagoon– 17 A song to fall asleep to. Really cool instrumentals– Michelle

Green Day- 21 Guns This song just brings back good memories. –Laura

May 5, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BOMlK_0rIM

Snakadaktal- Dance Bear  Newest obsession as of yesterday. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tG35R8F2j8k

Childish Gambino– 3005 I really love his style of rap! I’ve been obsessing over Childish Gambino lately. –Michelle

May 4, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjMNNpIksaI

A little reminder. MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU! –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmN9rZW0HGo

Frank Ocean– Swim Good One of the most popular songs from Frank Ocean. Enjoy. –Michelle

May 3, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mm7muPjevik

Bob Marley- Could you be Loved I can remember singing Buffalo Soldier when I was little and became more excited later on when I heard the whole album. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-cD4oLk_D0

The Smiths– There Is a Light That Never Goes Out “To die by your side. Is such a heavenly way to die.” –Michelle

May 2, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CV9F9PyPZyE

Miley Cyrus– Rooting For My Baby I recently got the chance to Miley Cyrus’s Bangers album. It is a huge upgrade from her Hannah Montana days. Her new style of music is absolutely perfect. –Michelle

May 1, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQMlWwIXg3M

N Sync– It’s Gonna be Me (May!!!!!) Can you  believe it’s already May? Crazy…. Enjoy this clip! Throwing it back to NSYNC and when they were a big hit. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SV3IsQlZsiM

Echo and the Bunnymen- Sugar Kisses A good little throwback –Laura

April 30, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxW0cPo7F_o

One Republic- Come Home A really good band and this is one of my favorite songs from them. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYca030AQ-k

Reconteurs– You Don’t Understand Me I love the instrumentals! This band truly reminds me of the Beatles. I love their rock n’ roll/grunge vibe. –Michelle

April 29,2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m_giioppT4

Wayne Newton- Danke Schoen Throwing this one back (: –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlAll9o4O7Y

G-Eazy ft. Dominique LeJeune– Marilyn About the JFK scandal with Marilyn Monroe. –Michelle

April 28, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Q7Vr3yQYWQ

Led Zeppelin- Stairway to Heaven I just really love this song. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v00RQms9QiM

Washed Out– New Theory This song will soon be featured in a the new movie “The Spectacular Now!”– Michelle

April 27, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR3Vdo5etCQ

No Doubt- Don’t Speak Hands down one of my all time favorite bands –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqUqlLy7stM

Alpine– The Vigour  And the Alpine obsession is back…. Their style of music is so unique and calming. I love it! –Michelle

April 26, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3j4I0PqNzKE

Nonono- Pumpin Blood Happened to find this song on youtube and I love it. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2H5Eb4dDEFU

FAUL & Wad vs. Pnau– Changes This song is really nice to chill to. It’s mainly instrumentals but has a really cool beat. –Michelle

April 25, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrOoX6xGntc

Lupe Fiasco- Fighters I purchased this album for about $5 and it was one of the best deals I’ve gotten.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWKdMmH0B-E

Destiny’s Child– Emotion I love Destiny’s Child and forever will. Enjoy. –Michelle

April 24, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YcNzHOBmk8

Sixpence the Richer- Kiss me I have always adored this song and it literally happens to play almost everywhere I go. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1prhCWO_518

Foster the People– Call It What You Want I am so obsessed with Foster the People!!! This song gets me so pumped. –Michelle

April 23, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VExmgC0z9U0

Fleet Foxes- Ragged Wood I’m currently obsessing over this 2008 album and song! So good! –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJ8MSVLWTdw

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. –God Only Knows This song is so calming. I love listening to it before I go to bed. –Michelle

April 22, 201

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltmFvdVDoIM

José Gonzáles- Killing for love José just had his music featured on Walter Mitty and it just gives off such a relaxing vibe. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHTSxw6zN1E

The Shins– Australia I recently discovered the Shins and have been listening to their songs lately! Be sure to check them out. –Michelle

April 21, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0U48jwC8cZU

Broods– Bridges The lead singer sounds a lot like Ellie Goulding! Check it out. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knU9gRUWCno

The Strokes- Someday Classic one for today. –Laura

April 20, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CO9U8gzeK34

Knox– Beach Boy I really like the beat of this song. I recently discovered “Knox” and have yet to find a song I love from them. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8soqB5uYOUM

HAIM- Stop This song was never released onto their debut album but It’s pretty incredible. –Laura

April 19, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ek0SgwWmF9w

Muse– Madness Muse was one of my favorite bands to listen to back in middle school. Their music genre and style has really evolved over the years. Enjoy the music video. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WZ3na8NGjY

Fleetwood Mac- Gypsy A good little throwback on this one! –Laura

April 18,  2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7pXE-KwoUo

Hellogoodbye– Baby It’s Fact My absolute favorite song ever!!! I used to be obsessed with Hellogoodbye. Enjoy. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mxaA-bJ35s

Creedence Clearwater– Susie Q I can remember singing this song around the house after my dad played it when I was little. –Laura

April 17, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFzfuJ8HQZY

Passion Pit– I’ll Be Alright The Passion Pit have such a unique intro! I love all their songs. — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWvORNC6U08

The Beatles- Maxwell’s Silver Hammer I recently came across this song again and thought  I’d share it. –Laura

April 16, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3SqUUoJjW8

Lana Del Ray- West Coast Lana debuted this at Coachella during her set list and this is a must watch video for the song –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04zaL7wIbmc

Travis McCoy– We’ll Be Alright A really fun and upbeat song.–Michelle

April 15, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wavwT7paPs

Lorde- Swingin Party  “If being wrongs a crime, i’m serving forever.” Even though this is a cover from the Replacements it fits so well into Lorde’s style. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDVW81bXo0s

Walk the Moon– Anna Sun My favorite song from this band. It’s so catchy! –Michelle

April 14, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPBbMbKSZrQ

Kings Of Leon- Radioactive A video that never fails to bring a smile to my face. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMQb_FcydxM

Foster the People– Coming of Age I love this song from their new album! Be sure to check it out. –Michelle

April 13, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eimgRedLkkU

Empire Of The Sun– Walking On A Dream I love the beat of this song. It’s super upbeat and fun. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJkxFhFRFDA

Astrud Gilberto and Stanz Getz-The girl from Ipanema A timeless classic that can always get anyone in a good mood. –Laura

April 12, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N83eCpPua_A

Bad Suns– Cardiac Arrest This song is the best!!! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=abOzcjxNJ30

Petula Clark- Downtown I just finished watching Girl, Interrupted and this song was a perfect match for the movie. –Laura

April 11, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhxa9H9-mqk

Hellogoodbye– Getting Old This song puts me in such a good mood! It reminds me spring and happy times. Enjoy. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMbSOITC3sA

Brand New- Sowing Season Just found this song, and it’s a new favorite. –Laura

April 10, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQu8FOjJXdI

Wookid– I Love You My favorite from Woodkid! Be sure to check out their album, the Golden Age. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dqUdI4AIDF0

Jack Johnson- Upside Down I think everyone can remember this song from Curious George! It was the cutest. –Laura

April 9 , 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6EQAOmJrbw

My Chemical Romance- Teenagers I think every teenager can relate to this song, it gets you super hyped. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cm2YyVZBL8U

Wings/Paul McCartney– Maybe I’m Amazed My favorite song ever. Long live Paul McCartney. –Michelle

April 8, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6BqA28j2_c

Panic At the Disco- When The Day Met the Night This band was one of the first “rock bands” I found on my own and they bring back a lot of god memories. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5tWYmIOWGk

Imagine Dragons– On Top of the World Dedicated to my  brother Phillip, who says this song motivates him 8) –Michelle

April 7, 2014 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vc-zo1zqpsA

Santigold- Fame Santigold has a lot of good tunes and this is just one of them. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-zpOMYRi0w

Iggy Azalea ft. Charli XCX– Fancy In honor of Clueless. –Michelle

April 6, 2014  

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHEOF_rcND8

Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros- Home This band is one  of my biggest inspirations! –Laura

April 5, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGVa4WpvAsw

Mama Cass Elliot- Dream a Little Dream of me Mama Cass was usually criticized for her size while she was in the Mamas and the Papas but she would soon go on to known as one of the best singers of her time. She had so much soul when she sang and even though there are a lot of covers to this song I thing she made hers one of the most unique. -Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSoOFn3wQV4

The Bangles– Eternal Flame Throwback!!! I would listen to this song on repeat when I was a kid… Good times. –Michelle

April 4, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6iAykoKLog

The Beatles– For No One I love this song from the Beatles! Check it out. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lroU7apzma8

Eric Burdon and the Animals- Sky Pilot This was one of my  favorites growing up, I never realized how mournful and depressing this song was.. –Laura

April 3, 2014  

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdD6RMICpfg

Coldplay- What If  Another Coldplay song but this is a ultimate classic. –Laura

 

April 2, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zo2l3dAOwq4

Local Natives- Bowery I’m in a Local Natives mood. Very good music to chill to. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZEURntrQOg

Turtles– Happy Together This was my favorite childhood song. It brings back so many good memories! I still know every lyric to this song. –Michelle

April 1, 2014  

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-aK6JnyFmk

The Mamas and the Papas- California Dreamin A timeless classic that you can jam to all the time. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxDdEPED0h8

Lana Del Rey– National Anthem Like Laura, I’m going through a “Lana Del Rey” phase. Enjoy.  –Michelle

March 31, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIgZ7gMze7A

Wham!– Wake me Up Before You Go-Go This song is a classic… It’s so upbeat and just plain awesome… I love listening to it while getting ready in the morning. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rU7WPVcLmQ

City and Colour- Sleeping Sickness Honestly hooked on this band currently, their music is so good! –Laura

March 30, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFqGRBUbUeo

Best Coast- Baby I’m Crying One of their new songs that catches your attention. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0k_1kvDh2UA

Coldplay– Speed of Sound I cannot fully express how in love I am with this song. Bless Coldplay for producing some of the best songs ever!!!! –Michelle

March 29, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0bS-YnLf4s

Flight Facilities ft. Giselle– Crave You The chorus is really unique and interesting!! –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFkzRNyygfk

RadioHead- Creep I can remember my dad playing this for me when I was younger on our car rides to school. –Laura

March 28, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFVxGRekRSg

Childish Gambino– Heartbeat One of my favorites from this artist. I first heard this song on Tumblr and the intro caught my attention. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EewC9_i2yQ

Chopin (Arthur Rubinstein)- Prelude in C Major Classic has the magic to touch your soul like no other genre, and even though this piece is merely a minute it broadcasts everything that needs to be said. –Laura

March 27, 2014  

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-lshmwmeU7c

Mikky Ekko- We Must Be Killers My favorite song from Mikky Ekko, I heard about him before he was featured on Stay and it’s good to see someone receive attention that is well deserved.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wKU-jaus6w

Sara Bareilles– Manhattan This song is really calming/soothing and puts me in a good mood. –Michelle

March 26, 014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cE6wxDqdOV0

Lana Del Rey- Video Games I’m in a Lana del Rey phase now a days –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2Cti12XBw4

Maroon 5– Sunday Morning Throwback to when Maroon 5 produced some of the best songs! I still enjoy listening to their album “Songs About Jane.”  –Michelle

March 25, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mer6X7nOY_o

Lilly Allen- Somewhere only we know I’ve always been a fan of Lilly Allen and this cover of Keane’s version is so good. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFRkpvvop3I

The Fray– Over My Head (Cable Car) This was one of my favorite groups to listen to back in junior high! 😛 –Michelle

March 24, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFM7Ty1EEvs

U2- Bloody Sunday Today wasn’t the best day and the weather also seemed to confirm it. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1F6gAN6MOII

Cold War Kids– Miracle Mile This song is really upbeat and catchy. –Michelle

March 23, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDSPybTFYHU

Frank Ocean- Bad Religion It has almost been a year since Frank Ocean released Channel Orange, and i’m still blown away by this song and the lyrical approach and risk he took. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miss21Qm4bI

Ellie Goulding– Beating Heart I watched the new movie Divergent this weekend and just had to look up the soundtrack! Check out this single by Ellie Goulding. –Michelle

March 22, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYZYqkAM9uI

Coldplay- Parachutes (: –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg6BwvDcANg

Alt-J — Tesselate I really like the intro because it’s so unique! Enjoy. –Michelle

March 21, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VECM7NX2Uc4

Drake– Take Care (Medley) by SoMo & Cody Tarpley Although I’m not a big Drake fan,  this medley has convinced me otherwise. I absolutely love this song!! It’s worth a listen. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vLlpJc9mW0

Elton John- Bennie and the Jets I just really love this song. –Laura

March 20, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ultX5ZR-sQE

San Cisco- Fred Astaire I found this band while I was on youtube and I took a real liking to their self-titled album San Cisco. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HoT7MPS8WDM

Foster the People– Best Friend I’ve been obsessed with Foster the People lately and was so happy when their new album “Supermodel” came out recently. This song is very 80’s like and upbeat. I was immediately hookedwhen I heard the opening. Enjoy. –Michelle

March 19, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9A3z5hmWUoY

Audien ft. Michael S.– Leaving You (Radio Edit) — Song choice of the day! I love the edit of this song. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjxSCAalsBE

The 5th Dimension- Age of Aquarius I have no shame in saying I know every single line of this song forwards and backwards. It was one of my favorites growing up. –Laura

March 18, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSCi7kCXKDA

ABBA– Slipping Through My Fingers I grew up listening to ABBA and it brings me back to my childhood whenever I hear their songs. This is one of my favorite songs from their “Greatest Hits” album. ABBA remains one of my all time favorite groups. Enjoy.– Michelle 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNgy5zDtW-s

Billie Holiday- I’m a Fool to Want You After  researching this legends history I was surprised to see the many obstacles she had to overcome. I was always taught to respect all genres of music and this one is one of my favorites. –Laura

March 17, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zd-uHVJZpEI

Cherry Glazerr- Teenage Girl I just found about this rocking band, and their my new obsession. The songs are rad catchy and fun. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwD0hAxBpjU

Treehouse– G0ld Fields This song reminds me of the beach! Good vibes all around. –Michelle

March 16, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr3yM_l_qgQ

Pacific Air– Float (The FatRat Remix) This remix is totally awesome, esp. the chorus. The original version of this song is also very good. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgSE3lAdYIE

We Are Trees- Sunrise Sunset This song is really different and unique in a good way. –Laura

March 15, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkaMiaRLgvY

The Kooks– Naive Although released in 2008, I recently discovered this song on the radio and absolutely love it! I’m excited to discover more songs from them. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXqkVZzPCIo

Moats- Toothache I was looking for new music on youtube and I found this really good song. –Laura

March 14, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dL021oHlW8

Us– No Matter Where You Are Us just released their new song and I am so happy!!! –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vsmhOnopaw

Froth- Lost My Mind A really cool breakout band that’s worth a listen. –Laura

March 13, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlOl9LOUQ0g

Rogue Wave- Lake Michigan A good classic for the day. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZ1pHmWhIuY

The XX- Intro I’ve been listening to the XX recently and it never fails to disappoint. It’s a great song to do homework to. –Michelle

March 12, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ao7U3jYSHxw

Wild Belle- Another Girl I was on one of my Pandora stations when this song came on. At first I thought it was Adele, but I came across a really cool band, Wild Belle. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZKQUOApw1g

Hoodie Allen- No Faith In Brooklyn This is one of my favorite songs from Hoodie Allen! This is really upbeat and puts me in a good mood.  –Michelle

March 11, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZSobH1wiiM

Coldplay- We Never Change A Coldplay classic that is fitting my mood for the day. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8m5sxlh370

Roger Rabbit- Sleeping with Sirens The intro of this song is pretty rad! Enjoy. –Michelle

March 10, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MM8X5G-_k8

Frank Ocean ft Diplo, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon– Hero Frank Ocean has finally released a new single and I’m so happy because not only is it a great song, but i’ve been waiting for something new from him since I feel in love with his previous album, Channel Orange. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_t7zOKQd-M

Tove Lo- Love Ballad I love the beat of this song. The chorus is my favorite part. –Michelle

March 9, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sQeQC4hT10\

Ingrid Michaelson– Can’t Help Falling In Love This version of Elvis Presley’s famous hit is amazing! Be sure to check it out… –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZY-ol0ftlLk

Jessica Rotter and Emily Colombier- Animal and Stay Mashup I just found this through indie shuffle and the vocals are amazing, i’ve been obsessed. –Laura

March 8, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4rbEnDCRI4

Daft Punk– Random Access Memories (Vanderway Edit) I love the opening to this song. Daft Punk produces some of the best hits. This edit really brings out the “indie/electronic” theme. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jY16ioQ4DU

Kendrick Lamar ft. Tame Impala- Backwards Jam of the day, from the divergent soundtrack. –Laura

March 7, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFp7q-IJqno

Kings of Leon– Pyro My absolute favorite song from their album “Sundown.” This band has such a unique and distinct tone. I’ve been a fan of Kings of Leon for a couple years now and they continue to amaze me. — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-Q9D4dcYng

The Beatles- A Day in the Life it’s a Beatle’s day. –Laura

March 6,2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxYRbzGi8Rg

Amy Winehouse- Our Day Will Come I remember first listening to Amy Winehouse in 2007 about a year after her sophomore album had come out and i’ve been a fan ever since. This song is one of my all-time favorites, and was released after her death along with an album. Her voice was so unique and it continues to amaze me. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_qKmTLbEPc

Vampire Weekend– Unbelievers This song never fails to put me in a good mood. I love the lead singer’s voice, as well as the beat of the song. This band produces some of the best songs ever!– Michelle

March 5, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEamE0MYPkg

Sky Ferreira– Everything is Embarrassing Dedicated to our lovely friend, Kenneth!!! Thanks for the song suggestion. The opening of this song is very “80’s like.” The chorus is totally rad. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSri48nKewk

Mac Miller- Best Day Ever *Bonus* I’m a huge Mac fan and in my opinion, I love the beat of this song better than the original, but the song in general carries good vibes all around. –Laura

March 4, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIh07c_P4hc

John Legend- Ordinary People I remember first listening to this song on Tumblr when it wasn’t as popular. It’s crazy how far John Legend has gone in his musical career. I absolutely love the chorus. Be sure to check it out. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3GvLOxA6Fk

Best Coast-Happy My mood exactly. I can alway’s rely on Best Coast to deliver a fun quirky song that fits my mood

March 3, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PvBc2TOpE4

Coldplay- Magic In honor of Coldplay’s release of this new single today off their upcoming album Ghost Stories. I grew up listening to Coldplay, and even though I’m not totally in love with this song I know their album is going to be just as amazing as their previous ones. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLBOpoJFjRA

Goodwill Hook N Sling– Take You Higher Radio Edit The radio edit of this song is very upbeat and powerful. I personally like this version of the song better. Enjoy. –Michelle

March 2, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GP8TAvQetyo

The Bravery- Believe I am reminded of my swim team days whenever I listen to this. I love the lyrics, as well as beat of this song. Enjoy.  –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWcs-kHCveQ

Of Monsters And Men- Dirty Paws One of my favorite bands, coming from Iceland they’ve reached major success in a short amount of time. –Laura

March 1, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZLkw9io9C0

Rooney- When Did Your Heart Go Missing? I absolutely love this song! It’s a classic. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEpMj-tqixs

Daughter- Youth I adore this song from this band. –Laura

February 28, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPhT_b_-dn8

Max and the Moon- Out of My Head This song reminds me of Passion Pit! (esp. the opening) — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtpSidPN3jQ

Midlake-Young Bride Quite depressing, but nonetheless a great song. –Laura

February 27,2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiqIush2nTA

HAIM- Don’t Save Me A really rad trio of sisters from Los Angeles. Check out their amazing new album. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeMFqkcPYcg

Eurythmics- Sweet Dreams One of my childhood favorites, in honor of #throwbackthursday. Enjoy. — Michelle

February 26, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsQjC5zVnt8

Phantogram- Fall In Love From one of the “new and upcoming” bands. Really cool song! –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTWiGy_n36A

Houses- The Beauty Surrounds The music video is equally as good as the song. –Laura

February 25, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zy3683jWoCA

Lana Del Rey- TV In Black and White Although I’m not a big Lana Del Rey fan, I just had to share this song… I recently found it on Tumblr and was amazed! The interesting beat of this song really compliments her voice, as well as the overall tone.  The music video is also very unique. Be sure to check it out. –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4YK-DEkvcw

The Killers- Shot At the Night I’ve been searching for this song forever, and I finally found it today. I couldn’t believe it was from the killers! I really like their new sound to their music. –Laura

February 24, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKyK1Mme9Sc

Two Door Cinema Club- Sun This band was the first “indie” ones I listened to. I was instantly hooked after discovering Two Door Cinema Club. This song remains one of my all time favorites. I am absolutely in love with all the songs from this band and have yet to find one I dislike. Check out their other songs, as well! –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFEmTsfFL5A

Paramore- Ain’t It Fun No one ever believes me when I say i’m a huge Paramore fan. I’ve been a fan since 2007, and their music has really inspired me. They’ve had struggles, but it’s good to see that their new album is doing really well. I chose this song from their new album from many because front singer, Hayley Williams portrays her struggles in this song. Her vocals are SIKKK –Laura

February 23, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOG3eus4ZSo

The Smashing Pumpkins- Tonight, Tonight Based on the silent Film A Trip to the Moon, This song has been one of the greatest hits by Smashing Pumpkins.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGvHnDeS12o

Grouplove- Ways to Go I absolutely love this song from Grouplove. This was the second song I heard from this band. Very catchy and upbeat. –Michelle

February 22, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bn5TNqjuHiU

Janis Joplin- Summertime I was listening to Billie Holiday’s rendition and I found this awesome cover by Janis. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmZexg8sxyk

MGMT- Electric Feel One of my favorites from MGMT, next to “Kids.” –Michelle

February 21, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gSE2NK8SDQ

Real Estate-Crime Real Estate’s new single, and I can’t get enough of it! –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2A7nb7XWsCc

Disclosure- Latch ft. Sam Smith I recently heard this song on the radio and had to look it up! The acoustic version is really good too! Be sure to check it out. –Michelle

February 20, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GMQLjzVGfw

Foster The People- Houdini Lately, I’ve been obsessing over Foster the People. I remember first listening to this song in an episode of “Gossip Girl.” This song is definitely one of my favorites from them. — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXU7unct6o0

Travis Garland- Motel Pool I recently found Travis Garland through youtube, and I really like the beat to this song. –Laura

February 19, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MolXhblD5ew

Goodbye Chanel- Kalifornia Just found about this artist from the UK and I’m excited to check out his EP, Through Night To Paradise. https://soundcloud.com/goodbyechanel —Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lyu1KKwC74

The Verve- Bitter Sweet Symphony Ultimate throwback… I remember growing up listening to this song all the time. It holds a very special place in my heart. Enjoy. –Michellle

February 18, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHvWURUzj3Q

Baths- Animals Really interesting take on “indie/electronic” music. I personally love the beat of this song. Enjoy. — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzq4Itlpv_s

Howler- Back of your Neck One of the first Indie songs I ever took a listen to, and it made me fall in love with the sound. –Laura

February 17, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xj1909rt_e8

Hellogoodbye- (Everything) Is Debatable Another great song from another one of my favorites artists. The chorus is pretty great.  –Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKypqSL49Pg

Mumm-ra- She’s Got You High I first heard this song in 500 Days Of Summer and I became obsessed with the melody –Laura

February 16, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SI9ke2Ju7XY

Kaki King- Gay Sons of Lesbian Mothers I absolutely love this instrumental. — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiBX-ESFDF0

No Doubt- Sunday Morning In honor of it being sunday morning, Gwen Stefani is killer and No Doubt is a band that I grew up listening to! –Laura

February 15, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbV-Q6tz4B8

Mac Miller- Best Day Ever Really cool music video. Check it out! — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vabnZ9-ex7o

Nirvana- Come as you are Without a doubt my favorite Nirvana song. –Laura

February 14, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kCNM90F_M0

Junip- Don’t Let It Pass This song does an amazing job at capturing the theme and plot of The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. — Michellle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6NXnxTNIWkc

4 Non Blondes- What’s Up? A classic and most known song from this band. –Laura

February 13, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XeOcCmN7Plc

Phoenix- Girlfriend The beat of this song is amazing! I was instantly hooked when I first heard this. I can truthfully say that Phoenix is one of my all time favorite bands. — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hzrDeceEKc

Oasis- Wonderwall   Another Favorite, this song can be interpreted so many ways. –Laura

February 12, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmvPeiJZ9io

Real Estate- Municipality Nice indie-rock vibe song that helped me relax from this hectic week. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZT0wlH4y8k

Young Montana?- Sacre Cool I really love the beat to this song. Enjoy. — Michelle

February 11, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwcZ81SftVw

The Neighbourhood- Wires One of my favorites from the Neighbourhood. and no… it’s not “Sweater Weather.” — Michelle  

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJW00gx4wvE

Best Coast- The Only Place Do you have crazy Californian pride? I believe everyone that was born in this Golden State has a deep sense of pride, and Best Coast, Rock duo from Los Angeles pay homage to their home state with this rad song. –Laura

February 10, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpkkAsSd_Ns

Frank Sinatra- One For My Baby A classic. You can never go wrong with Sinatra– Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZTpLvsYYHw

The Killers- All These Things That I’ve Done One of their most well-known songs, “I’ve got soul but I’m not a soldier” A lyrical line that has helped define this band and song as one of the greatest bands of all time. Fun fact: This video is shot in sequences out of order, in order to get the right order of the video you have to follow the numbers that the girls are holding up.

February 9, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WreXOF2Aqcc

Florence and The Machine- Ghosts I love her voice!  –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4mbxaa3XL8

Fitz and the Tantrums- Out of My League This song is always on the radio and is currently stuck in my head… –Michelle

February 8, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pMM4iwC-ag

Queen- Somebody To Love One of the greatest show men in history, Freddie Mercury. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GbsfZe8s56M

The Beatles- Michelle Interesting fact: my parents named me after this song!!!– Michelle

February 7, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVeMiVU77wo

Alt-J- Breezeblocks The acoustic mix of this song is also really cool. — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTAud5O7Qqk

Modest Mouse- Float On I forgot how amazing this song was until my teacher played it the other day in class. –Laura

February 6, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyiXCXA-y7c

Bastille and Imagine Dragons- Bastille/Radioactive I found this really neat mash-up on Tumblr. Really cool.– Michelle 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAsTlnjvetI

Young The Giant- Cough Syrup I adore this song, band, and video! –Laura

February 5, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrKeVaHKrsY

Grouplove- Hippy Hill A very unique beat and take on “indie” music. At first, I wasn’t so into it, but I’ve grown to like the song. — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMvdhVxSmg4

The Cults- Most Wanted The Cults always produce some of the best indie tunes –Laura

February 4, 2014 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkitaL5UvxE

The Drums- What You Were Indie pop band from Brooklyn, New York. They have only released a few songs, but their music is super catchy. –Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9aZFcosBTaQ

M83– Midnight City The perfect medley of electronic and indie. — Michelle

February 3, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHWuQD3X7XE

Alpine- Lovers Another favorite from Alpine…. — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oXYtxEXCso

Gattaca Sountrack- The Other Side This is probably the greatest movie I have ever seen and the soundtrack fits perfectly into the movie. It’s so inspirational and brings out the true emotion of the story behind it. — Laura

February 2, 2014

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuK6n2Lkza0

Jet- Are You Gonna Be My Girl This song never fails to lift my spirits. It’s very upbeat. — Michelle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb5aq5HcS1A

Red Hot Chili Peppers- Dani California In honor of the super bowl half time show this year, and because Red Hot Chili Peppers slayed it on stage.– Laura

February 1, 2014 

Beyonce- Pretty Hurts A powerful song from the perspective of women on pursuing the idea of “perfection.”– Michelle

Beach House- Zebra “You don’t have to worry now”A Song true to it’s title. A true relaxer to vibe with. –Laura

January 31, 2014

Foster the People- I Would Do Anything For You My favorite song from the album– Michelle 

Elis Regina & Tom Jobim- Aguas De Marco (Waters of March) Inspired by steady rainfall in Brazil, A beautiful song about nature written in Portuguese by Antonio Jobim, and performed by Elis Regina. Voted best all-time Brazilian song, a true classic. –Laura

January 30, 2014

Vampire Weekend- Hannah Hunt A song on relationships/moving on. One of my favorites from the Vampire Weekend.– Michelle 

Peter Bjorn And John- Young Folks The first song I listened to from this band, and I was hooked. It’s a feel good indie vibe! — Laura

January 29, 2014 

30 Seconds To Mars- Closer to the Edge One of those songs and videos that gets to you. Really inspirational and heart felt. –Laura

Star*freaker- Rawnald Gregory Erickson the Second The most popular song from this group. Good vibes all around. — Michelle

January 28,2014 

Gold Panda- Marriage No lyrics… but really great song nonetheless. — Michelle

Fleetwood Mac- Never going back again I know it’s an old song, but it’s a classic.– Laura

January 27,2014

1975- Chocolate I absolutely love this band. This was one of the first songs I heard from them. — Michelle 

Local Natives- Wide eyes It’s safe to say that i’m going through A Local Native phase. –Laura

January 26, 2014 

The Beatles- Dear Prudence Written and performed beautifully by John Lennon. –Laura

Arctic Monkeys- Why’d You Only Call Me When You’re High I love the beat of this song. — Michelle

January 25, 2014

Benjamin Francis Leftwich- In the Open Very mellow. This song instantly puts me in a good mood.– Michelle.

G-Eazy- Sleepless (Ft. NYLO) Just discovered G-Eazy and i’m hooked! Rap and a bit of indie pop rock all mixed well. –Laura

January 24, 2014

Fitz and the Tantrums- The Walker I recently discovered this song and it’s pretty sweet…– Michelle

Passion Pit- Sleepyhead I’ve been obsessing over this song and this video is creative beyond belief.– Laura

January 23, 2014

Two Door Cinema Club- Next Year (RAC Remix) I absolutely love this band! The remix from RAC is pretty sweet.– Michelle

The Cults- Go Outside An absurd catchy song based on the tragic events of Jonestown, a communist intentional  community that occurred in 1978. This song captures the essence of clever, beautiful, and uncomfortable songwriting  –Laura

January 22, 2014 

U2- Where The Streets Have No Name Sharing one of my all time favorite songs, Bono was a artist who made a huge impact with his music. — Laura

Alpine- Gasoline I recently discovered this band and I absolute love it!!! This is one of my favorites. — Michelle

January 21, 2014

Lorde- Still Sane. With Finals stressing me out drastically, It’s awesome to have relaxing music with great meaning, by one of the best artists out today. — Laura

Coldplay- Don’t Panic. Recently, I’ve been jamming out to Coldplay and this song, by far is one by favorites.– Michelle

January 20, 2014

Local Natives- Ceilings. A rad indie rock band straight from Los Angeles, California– Laura

Tupac- Rolling with the Homies. Inspired by Clueless– Michelle

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