Monthly Favorites (September 2020)

Favorite Songs - September

  • GPS (ft. Bas, Xavier Omär) - Galimatias _ It was hard to pick one song as a favorite from this album, so I just chose the one with the newest video.

  • Godspeed - James Blake _ How could you not love James Blake singing a Frank Ocean song?

  • You Ain't Never - Young Roddy, Jamaal _ I've always liked Young Roddy's voice since the old Curren$y tapes. His voice is odd and quirky, it gives off a genuine feeling when you listen to him rap. Always rapping over smooth beats, Young Roddy brings in some really great story telling in this song and I wish I'd heard it sooner.

  • Lemonade (feat. Gunna, Don Toliver & NAV) - Internet Money _ The chorus is infectious and satisfying.

  • Windows - BT, April Bender _ My older brother had BT's album Movement In Still Life. This album was crazy to me at the time, I hadn't really heard anything like it. Ever since then I've kept a steady fan. I really enjoy Windows and how different it sounds to BT's older work. It sounds like a mix of the Seven Lions/Jason Ross and deadmau5.

I’ve included all of these songs in our monthly Spotify playlist:

Give me a follow if you want more playlists. I’ve added a couple workout playlists as well, here’s what I listen to when I run:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2brKISZL0XmfUsiecwVRFO?si=00Q6si9IQ4ulHk6oa_L3kw

Favorite Albums & EPs - September

  • Renaissance Boy by Galimatias * Ok, this album is crazy good. I've got to admit, I didn't realize Galimatias had solo music out. I only knew about him through his Alina Baraz work. Anyway, I'm so glad this album exists, there are so many high points on it I'm having a hard time choosing my favorite songs. Extreme replay value.

    Standout Tracks:

  • Pout by Ryan Hemsworth * I've been a ride or die Ryan Hemsworth fan for awhile now, and his old mixes are what really got my into electronic music in a way. He's got an incredible ability to mix rap and hip hop with a bit of the EDM and trap rhythms. Along with his constant support of underground artists he believes in, he is steadily releasing quality projects. Pout is a somber mix of tunes that showcases Ryan's ability to include necessary detail while combining analog and digital noises that produce a reflective vibe and pleasing sound.

Monthly Favorites (August 2020)

Favorite Songs - August

  • Paralyzed - Washed Out This is classic Washed Out. This track is from Purple Noon, Washed Out’s newly released album. It isn’t my favorite Washed Out album, I enjoyed the singles but the album lacks something new and refreshing that I’ve come to expect from them. Still a delightful listen overall.

  • Wanna Show You - Low Steppa, Reigns This is a standout track from Low Steppa’s ‘Boiling Point’ album. This album has many tracks just as good or better than Wanna Show You, do yourself a treat and give it a listen. This album boasts quality house music with tons of piano and vocals to keep you grooving.

  • Bad Father - Giants’ Nest Daniel Kadawatha strikes again with another smooth and funky song. If you haven’t already, check out any of Kadawatha’s projects, including Giant’s Nest, Daniel Kaede, and Lama House, to name a few. An incredibly talented artist.

  • To Be Honest - Young Dolph Do you like Bass? Do you like rap music that is fresh but keeps true to its roots? Check this song out and turn it up.

I’ve included all of these songs in our monthly Spotify playlist:

Give me a follow if you want more playlists. I’ve added a couple workout playlists as well, here’s what I listen to when I run:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2brKISZL0XmfUsiecwVRFO?si=00Q6si9IQ4ulHk6oa_L3kw

Favorite Albums & EPs - August