The Song: “New Clouds, Not Clouds“
The Artist: Spiral Beach
Notable Lyrics: “Just try to smile, your sound is just a style.”
Why This Song Appeals To Me: It may be cliche to say this, but this song is unlike anything I have ever heard. Their use of the synthesizer will drive your mind wild. You may recognize this song from the movie Charlie Bartlett, in which they appear along with two other songs of theirs.
The Song: “Bomb”
The Artist: New Young Pony Club (NYPC)
Notable Lyrics: “Oh, oh, oh, battle was fought and won. Who took advantage and who was defenseless?”
Why This Song Appeals To Me: This song will embed itself in your brain, and it will be stuck in your head for days. It’s so darn catchy! When it’s on, you can’t help but break out and dance along. They don’t call NYPC “new rave” for nothing!
The Song: “Homecoming”
The Artist: The Teenagers
Notable Lyrics: “On day two, I fucked her. It was wild. She’s such a slut.”
Why This Song Appeals To Me: This song is strangely erotic. Unlike most artists, The Teenagers sing their songs in a “talking” style which adds to the provocative vibe of the song. The spoken and sensual lyrics are accompanied by an interesting repetitive riff.
The Song: “Healer”
The Artist: Chromatics
Notable Lyrics: “Waving, from rusted balconies.”
Why This Song Appeals To Me: Ruth Radelet’s voice makes this song what it is; absolutely stunning. This song haunts you with is simple but beautiful lyrics softly sung along to what it possibly the best bass line ever.
The Song: “Vanished”
The Artist: Crystal Castles
Notable Lyrics: “The smell of your sweat, just lures me in.”
Why This Song Appeals To Me: Alice Glass and Ethan Kath are a super duo who create some of the best electronic music I have come across. They commonly use a vocoder to distort the vocals, which makes this song more interesting than it already is. Even though the song is upbeat, it is soothing and puts you in a mellow mood. Lay back, and enjoy the beat.
The Song: “Lullaby”
The Artist: The Cure
Notable Lyrics: “Don’t struggle like that, or I will only love you more.”
Why This Song Appeals To Me: It should be apparent that this is my favorite Cure song. In fact, the title of this very blog comes from this song. A majority of this song is whispered in a sultry voice by Robert Smith. This song, although it has a dark subject matter, is very relaxing.
The Song: “Ancient Curse”
The Artist: Peter, Bjorn, and John
Notable Lyrics: “Don’t get me wrong now, but we were doomed from the start.”
Why This Song Appeals To Me: I could listen to the song on repeat, and never get sick of it. Peter, Bjorn, and John are one of the many wonder bands to emerge from Sweden. The haunting melody alone makes me love this song. Though, the lyrics are my favorite part. I feel like I can relate to this song.
The Song: “I Know I’ll See You”
The Artist: A Place To Bury Strangers
Notable Lyrics: “Holding dear the last breath in my lungs.”
Why This Song Appeals To Me: While their music is bordering along the line of noise, there is something appealing about their songs; this song in particular. This song never fails to send shivers down my spine. They make New York City proud.
The Song: “Future Primitive”
The Artist: The Papercuts
Notable Lyrics: “Well we cross the river once, and we’ll do it once again. The valley will open, and the mountains fall to their knees.”
Why This Song Appeals To Me: This song has some of the most beautiful lyrics. The lyrics are stunning. In fact, most of their songs are beautiful. It’s shocking that this band hasn’t merged onto the mainstream scene.
The Song: “Magic”
The Artist: Ladyhawke
Notable Lyrics: “One life here with me and it’s magic.”
Why This Song Appeals To Me: The title of the song might as well be the best definition to describe it. Magic. This song was love at first listen. This song is so catchy, you can’t help but sing along (that is, if you know the lyrics). Ladyhawke has several amazing songs, but this song of hers is by far the best.
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