“This Year” by The Mountain Goats
This song exemplifies the word “anthem.” Whether you’re struggling to finish a huge paper or getting hyped up for a big night out, “This Year” will get you where you need to go. The Mountain Goats mix classic, old school rock and roll with brutally honest, alternative lyrics. The first time I heard this song, I immediately played it over; it’s the type of song that sticks with you without getting annoying. “This Year” is a favorite for life, not just a few weeks.
“Someone To Love” by Fountains of Wayne
Two words: power pop. Who doesn’t love bouncing around to tight guitar riffs and strong pop melodies? “Someone To Love” transcends the old “it’s got a beat you can dance to” rhetoric, telling a unique and relatable love story through the lyrics. My suggestion is to throw this on your next driving playlist. You’ll thank me when it turns a normal spin down the highway into a mini dance party!
http://youtu.be/ZKUp2oOEFP8
“Japanese” by Velveteens
The Velveteens are a band made up of Fairfield students, but I swear to you they are going places! “Japanese” is a melancholy song that harkens back to the fabulous lady blues singers of the 20s and 30s while mixing in modern indie musical styling − if Bessie Smith and Beach House had a baby, it would be “Japanese” by Velveteens. This is one of my go-to songs whenever I need to relax, and it goes perfectly with a blanket and warm cup of tea, which is what we all need during this chilly winter weather. Also, did I mention that their music is available on the web? Well, it is!
http://velveteens.bandcamp.com/
“Blue Meanies” by Opossom
Opossom is a new band out of New Zealand, and “Blue Meanies” is my favorite song from their debut album “Electric Hawaii.” Their sound is 60s surf pop meets psychedelic rock meets modern indie music. The title “Blue Meanies” is taken from the villains of the psychedelic animated film “Yellow Submarine,” which was inspired by The Beatles’ song with the same name. This is a trippy song, but it maintains a strong pop/rock beat. I would suggest playing it while doing menial tasks, like responding to emails or pretending to clean your room; it’s relaxing but moves enough that you won’t get bored.
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