MUSIC SERIES: On Repeat Week 1

On Repeat Week 1

So, I wanted to try and start a little series of posts that give you a little taste of what my music preferences are like. Since this is the first, I'll tell you a little about what I enjoy.

As a college student, I have to keep up to date on the latest music so I don't look like the idiot who doesn't know the lyrics to the new top-10 list songs. However, as a busy student, I'm sometimes a little behind.

I enjoy just about any genre of music. At this point, my favorites are indie/alternative, country, and banger (house/electro shit that totally blows your mind and speakers). 

Now, I'm no music expert, so if I confuse genres don't throw a fit. But, I want to leave you with a few of the newest additions to my iPod that have made me murder the replay button. Today, I have five that I can't stop listening to.

 I have recently come to really enjoy country music. Some scientists say listening to it can lead to depression, but so can writing technical reports about concrete. I have become addicted to the song 'Beers Ago' by Toby Keith. My housemate played this song for me a few days ago and I've been studying to it for hours. I think it's about good times drinking (not really sure), but most country songs are about broken relationships, cheap beer, or lawn mowers. Anyways, have a listen:

Next up, we have 'Anything Could Happen' by Ellie Goulding. Now, you've probably heard her song 'Lights' on the radio way too many times. Granted, it's a great song - the radio just overplays good music. Her voice is very unique. It has a subtle strength that really makes you feel her music. The video for this song, however, is very interesting. Here:

This next song is one of those songs that you wish was longer because you love the chorus, but you know it would get annoying if that were the case. The song is 'All Night Longer' by Sammy Adams. The age of the white teenager is upon us. Similar to Mac Miller, Adams is a young rapper focused on making college party music. Easy as that is, you can't help but nod your head to this song's chorus:

It's a sad time when an artist leaves the industry. This guy is going out with a bang. Popular hip/hop artist Lupe Fiasco announced that he will retire from producing music for commercial purposes after his upcoming album "Skulls". His album "Food and Liquor II" just dropped last Friday. 'Battle Scars' Ft. Guy Sebastian has another very catchy chorus. Personally, I think Lupe comes up with some of the most interestingly controversial lyrics, but his music is excellent:

Finally, I have a house-banger for you. It's not as heavy as I usually like, but it's good nonetheless. I think I got this one from thissongissick.com yesterday while I was getting my weekly music fill. It's called 'Tornado' by Tiesto & Steve Aoki. This version is actually a remix made by Kill the Noise Ft. Polina. The vocal melody is very catchy and the drop makes you move your arm in a upward/downward fashion:

Well, hopefully you enjoyed one of the songs above. Comment on this blog post and let me know what you think. I'm hoping to do this sort of thing weekly, but it'll depend on how much engineering work I have. Make sure you come back if you like excellent music but are too lazy to find it yourself. Thanks!