Sunday, August 18, 2019

Some Favorite Songs in 2019 (So Far)

I think it's a pretty diverse mix of stuff, so hopefully you find something new you like.

Avey Tare - Saturdays (Again)
Mellow but rich, like you'd expect from Avey Tare.


Fontaines D.C. - Boys in the Better Land [live on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Favorite short comment: "Like Liam Gallagher and Ian Curtis had a one night stand and this beautiful Irish bastard was the outcome." Not original really in terms of style, but it still might be my favorite thing in 2019.


The Claypool Lennon Delirium - Blood and Rockets: Movement I, Saga of Jack Parsons - Movement II, Too the Moon
The best Beatles song since ...?


MIKE f. Medhane - Prayers
I guess he's feeling dark, but MIKE reminds us about the beauty that's even in the dark stuff.


Theon Cross - Activate [+ other tracks live on livesession VG Buiten Spelen]
My sister heard Activate and described it as "that booming electronic song," but it's just a tuba, drums and sax.


Rapsody ft. D'Angelo, GZA - Ibtihaj
Throwback beat with D'Angelo singing, and the young rapper keeps up.


Black Pumas - Colors
Austin proud! Adrian Quesada is The Man Who Makes Things Happen.


Devon Gilfillian - Get Out And Get It
Fela x Curtis.  I love his voice and hope he keeps exploring.


Mattiel - Mattiel - Je Ne Me Connais Pas
I like this catchy one, but hope it doesn't remind you too much of that song by Smashmouth.


Dua Saleh - Warm Pants
Talented young Sudanese-born rapper. Comment from YouTube: "Mainstream fans won’t find us here. We safe for now.🔥"