everyone deserves music.

Just a short blog...I've been thinking about how I go through stages of listening to a certain artist, or a certain playlist, for about a month - and then I'll find something new, and forget all about the songs I've loved! This is a bit depressing, so I've decided to document what I like in the present, as reference for the future.

At the moment, my playlist looks like so:

Angus and Julia Stone - Just a Boy
Such an amazing sibling duo. If you're from Australia and consider yourself a decent music fan, you must have heard them. This song is quite upbeat for them, and it's by far my favourite off the debut album (A Book Like This).
"No lonely hands grab my suitcase full of nothing
I don't know why, I don’t know why
You took me in gave me something to believe in
That big old smile is all you wore."


Brighten - Treasure Island
These guys have been one of my favourite bands for about the last two years. To the untrained ear you might think they're a tad emo, but their lyrics are always incredible. I'm surprised more people haven't heard of them - even Triple J hasn't caught on yet! But I have no doubt it will happen soon.
"Talk is cheap with your words honey,
I can smell your breath, and it smells like money (girl)
Did you ask for anything?"



Coheed and Cambria - Feathers
Another band who may sound emo, but the lead singer's voice is just so unique; I've honestly neer heard anything like it. This song is my favourite off the latest album (No World for Tomorrow), and I sing along to it in my car :]
"Hide your feathers near your back porch maybe
to open up to cry your sorry eyes."





Soft Tigers - Mr. Icecream
This song simply makes me laugh, which is never a bad thing! I can't wait to see it performed at Falls. I'm going to dance like a maniac...just for something different.


Something For Kate - The Futurist
An old song, but still a favourite of mine. Paul Dempsey's voice is just so passionate during the chorus, to the point where it strains, and you can tell he's singing about something he cares deeply for. That's definitely a sign of both an amazing musician and song.
(I honestly can't choose a favourite lyric from this song...every word is perfect. So instead, find them here and choose your own.)



The Wombats - Let's Dance to Joy Division
I don't know if I love this song simply because it references one of the greatest bands of all time, but it always puts a smile on my face. It makes me feel like having a jig and a beer and spinning in circles. It's got an awesome beat...bad in the car, because it makes me want to drive faster!
"Let's dance to Joy Division
and celebrate the irony
everything is going wrong
but we're so happy..."



Justice - D.A.N.C.E
I must admit, I am a reformed music snob. I used to diss dance/electro/techno shamelessly, without actually being properly informed. I'm still not a fan of techno, but I've definitely become quite fond of dance and a bit of electronica. This song is happy, and I love the fact that it features a children's choir.


Jose Vanders - Faces Going Places
This song completely and utterly reminds me of me - lol. I'm not alone though, Kristy concurred! I love nothing more than to watch people, and think about their lives, and that's exactly what this song encapsulates. The chorus is just perfect for my life at the moment...ugh. I can't wait to sleep on the streets of NYC.
"People say that I’m just being lazy
I’ve got the dreams, but don’t know where to go
You think if I could choose to live here
at the station I would?


Midnight Juggernauts – Tombstone
Another song that encourages my newfound love of dance music. A bit more electronica than anything; this song is super awesome. I can’t explain it, there’s just something about it. But I also can’t wait to see it performed at Falls! I’m going to go crazy.


Cajun Dance Party – Amylase
The first time I heard these British boys, I thought it was a new song by the Kooks. That’s probably why I fell in love…I’m a sucker for their crass accents.



Honourable mentions:

Jose Gonzalez – If you didn’t already know that this man is my God and saviour, then you don’t know me well enough.

Tegan and Sara – “The Con” simply makes my heart heave. I haven’t found a song of theirs that I don’t love yet.

Built to Spill – Simply because I put their music on Alex’s mp3 before she went away, and managed to convert her! Amazing songs. You’ll love them if you like Arcade Fire/Cursive/Pixies.


Sufjan Stevens – Always. Simple. And indie kids are meant to be ugly geeks – this man is just gorgeous!







Peace out x