Hey hey! So you might recognize this guy from American Idol. Like most winners, he has a token music video. He is not too bad but nothing special. Definitely not a Daughtry or Carrie Underwood. Anyway, it's a fun track for a week that has so far been pretty blah. Hope it has been a good week. - S Sweet Serendipity : Lee DeWyze
Hey you, Sorry about your rough week. Hopefully this one will be better. My music listening this weekend ranged from choral music to some mainstream pop! Nothing really worth sharing on this blog. Found this today. The internet labels this genre as Soul rooted RnB. But I like it because it's really chill, the piano is great and he enunciates his lyrics! Also the video is cool. Hope the music is relaxing at the least. -Tanisha My Time : Jordan Rakei
One of the fun things about new friends is being introduced to their tastes in music. Despite being someone who claims to appreciate all music, I've given EDM quite the cold shoulder. It takes a fellow music lover to convince me otherwise. Thanks Dan- we have more things to talk about besides dessert! :) -Tanisha
I'm a structural engineer hailing from the frozen tundra of Minnesota. I love soccer, ice hockey, red pandas, anything sweet (especially cookie dough) and coincidentally, music. I spent many a year deeply entrenched in rock music but always longing for creative electronic tunes that would lift my soul. In the last decade and the upswing in all things EDM, I slowly followed a progression of vocal trance, trance, chillstep, melodic dubstep, dubstep, then diversifying to drum & bass, future bass, chill out, and trap. I still enjoy all of the above, but today I want to share some of the iconic tunes that brought me into chillstep and melodic dubstep, a move that opened up a whole new world of musical enjoyment. - Dan Sit back and let this tune float you across the clouds like a bird on wing. I love the mixture of a joyful tune with lofty, airy vocals. The music itself is fairly unique to the former classical pianist Mitis. It is somewhere between drum & bass, dubstep, chillstep, future bass, and classical. Also notice how the pace of the music tempts you to dance or let your thoughts fly, yet the drum beat itself is quite slow, similar to a dubstep or chillstep tempo, but so unique. Open Window (feat. Anna Yvette) : Mitis
This now is a true and iconic mix of chillstep and melodic dubstep. Like a vast majority of EDM, the tune is musically driven; the vocals only add to the effect, they are not the focus itself. Perhaps this is what I appreciate in electronic music, the music comes first. The artist hires the vocalist to add to the track, rather than the reverse. They play on the same field. And it is not merely a catchy, poppy vocalist brutalizing your memory, but a wave of sound on which you can ride. And that is how I would describe melodic dubstep, not a jagged rift of sound after the drop (how non-melodic dubstep may sound to the uninitiated), but a smooth wave that compels you to be swayed. And no one provides this melodic drop like Skrux. This specific tune is the work of four separate artists (each one of worthy note in themselves) and a vocalist. It is also my favorite song to test the full range and quality of a superb sound system! Cosmos (Skrux & Complexion Remix) : Clark Kent & Yinyues
SO this is a new tune, not like many others before. Apologies for the awkward lyrics. It is pretty fun though and their other songs are pretty legit too. Take a listen, I think you might like.
-Sudhir
Chateau Lobby : Father John Misty
Hey,
I don't think I listened to enough music last week because I didn't find anything new. This one is from James Vincent McMorrow's new album. Not sure if you've ever listened to him before, hope you like it. I downloaded the album a few weeks ago and even used it as background music for an office dinner party. It's pretty cool, I think.
T, Not joking this is by far one of the best finds. I have been listening to him constantly for the last few days. This Icelandic singer singer has a great variety and an exceptional falsetto which he uses when you lease expect it. Listen to more of his songs. You won't be disappointed. -S
King and Cross : Asgeir
Hey Sudhir, Enjoyed your choice. So much evolving in the music choices happening here! Hehe. Not sure if you have heard this before. Mario, with his awesome taste in music, shared this on Facebook a while ago. I listened to them and loved them. So here they are- You will love Antwaun Stanley's voice. Have an awesome week. -Tanisha Wait for the Moment : Vulfpeck
This is the most unique sound I have heard. I haven't been left this excited and awestruck since I first heard Mika. There are several reasons why I like King Charles- 1) Unique sound but has slight elements which remind them of touring partners - Mumford and Sounds 2) He is from the London gang which does exceptional alternative music and 3) Beautiful thought-provoking lyrics. He has won awards for it. Listen to Love Lust He will rise to the top of your frequently-played list soon. I promise. Ivory Road : King Charles
Hey, Absolutely love this King Charles guy. Been listening ever since you introduced me to him last week. I'm adding number 4 to your list- his hair! Sharing a very mellow track from a band I came across recently. Fairly new group with just a few songs to their name. But it's so beautifully constructed- minimal guitar and vocals but such moving lyrics. Have a good week. :) Swim : Cape Cub
Catch and Release : Matt Simons I very very rarely like a remix version more than an original. But this remix adds a nice layer of depth and beats to it. It's such a beautiful song and video. It was such a long and tiring day today and I came home and played the piano to 'catch and release'. If you were in this music video, what would you be doing?
Stronger than Ever : Raleigh Ritchie
Actor and singer Jacob Anderson, popularly known as Raleigh Ritchie is a young British dude. This song is exceptional. It has elements of rap, solo piano and a strong vibe of rock in there. You will really like it, I think.
