Posted on August 21, 2021
Song of the Day: The World Is Ugly
Today’s song is The World Is Ugly by My Chemical Romance. Emo/Punk Rock. A haunting track of loneliness that just drips with emotion. I’m a sucker for this one. It gets me every time. Just the weight of… Read More
Posted on August 20, 2021
Song of the Day: Hard Times
Today’s song is Hard Times by Paramore. New-wave/synthpop. Such an interesting departure from Paramore’s usual sound (Alt-rock/pop-punk). I really dig it. There are some cool elements that melt together with this one. The call/response harmonies, the guitar riffs,… Read More
Posted on August 19, 2021
Song of the Day: Walking On Sunshine
Today’s song is Walking On Sunshine by Aly & AJ. Pop-rock. This isn’t the same as the new-wave original (from Katrina and the Waves – 1985). As someone who was impacted by Hurricane Katrina, the naming is rather… Read More
Posted on August 18, 2021
Song of the Day: Hey Man (Now You’re Really Living)
Today’s song is Hey Man (Now You’re Really Living) by the Eels. Alt-rock. Somewhat indie-pop. Likely the greatest cure for depressed thinking (from the mid 2000’s) that exists. Such an upbeat track. Equally whimsical, inspirational, outlandish and catchy…. Read More
Posted on August 17, 2021
Song of the Day: The Saltwater Room
Today’s song is The Saltwater Room by Owl City. Electronica/synth-pop. It’s cute. That may be the most apt description. Something about it’s sound gives me ‘MySpace’ vibes. Makes sense for it’s 2008-feel (and because Young was actually popular… Read More
Posted on August 16, 2021
Song of the Day: Cliffs of Dover
Today’s song is Cliffs of Dover by Eric Johnson. Instrumental rock. Possibly my favorite from the genre (except maybe some stuff by Buckethead). A beautiful composition with a lovely set of melodies. Fun ad-libbed guitar solos for the… Read More
Posted on August 15, 2021
Song of the Day: Sailing
Today’s song is Sailing by Christopher Cross. Soft rock. Technically “yacht rock”. This song is practically a lullaby for how soothing it is (especially the piano). Each element is in sync, from the calming vocals to the smooth… Read More
Posted on August 14, 2021
Song of the Day: Flood
Today’s song is Flood by HOME. Some synthwave/chillwave. Such a lovely sub-genre that I heavily admire. We can thank the Internet for this beautiful form of expression. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept, just watch the film Drive… Read More
Posted on August 13, 2021
Song of the Day: Be Alright
Today’s song is Be Alright by Ariana Grande. R&B with heavy house elements. It’s freaking me out that this song is already over five years old. A great hook and such a beautiful vocal register. Enjoy how optimistic… Read More
Posted on August 12, 2021
Song of the Day: new heartbreak
Today’s song is new heartbreak by sad alex. An interesting mix of pop, trap and (somehow) emo elements. A neat mashup. The electronic notions that flare up really keep the progression smooth. It’s a bit chaotic at times… Read More
