Is anything better than plugging in your headphones, firing up your music app of choice, and jamming out to that brand-new song you're obsessed with? Don't get me wrong; I love my go-to playlists. The classics are great. But something amazing happens when I hear an awesome new track for the first time. I am filled with anticipation, enthusiasm and pure bliss as I wonder to myself, Will the chorus be as good as the hook? or Wait — did I just discover my new favorite artist?!?!
New music is one of the best mood-boosters ever to me, and I want to share it with you. So each week, I'm pulling together the most popular (as in, they have over 100K listens within the first few days of their release) and most exciting new music out there for you to turn on, tune in, drop out to.
Let's get listening. If you have any new pieces of musical gold, leave a link in the comments below. And be sure to check next Friday for a whole new slew of songs.
"I Remember," Aluna George
AlunaGeorge teams up with Flume in this dreamy remix.
Who are they?
An English electronic duo responsible for a number of other catchy beats.
"Only Girl," Kali Uchis, feat. Steve Lacy, Vince Staples
An upbeat song with a smooth beat, catchy chorus, and mysteriously great bubble sounds.
Who is she?
The Colombian artist is sure to be a new favorite. She even directed this music video herself.
"A Change of Heart," The 1975
The music video is a bit dark, and not for the coulrophobic, but this song really takes the listener on a fun after-hours festival journey.
Who are they?
The group was named "Best Pop Band" at Coachella by Rolling Stone. They provide a very laid-back soundtrack to warm weather road trips.
"Just Like Fire," P!NK
This song, which is part of the soundtrack to the new Tim Burton Alice in Wonderland movie has already garnered over one million plays on YouTube alone. Just close your eyes, and go down the rabbit hole.
Who is she?
You might know her best from this "no fucks given" classic.
"Heart Of A Dog," The Kills
A true nitty-gritty rock song. A bit of head banging may ensue.
Who are they?
An American indie rock band formed in 2000, featuring a bad ass female vocalist, Alison "VV" Mosshart.
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