“I used to wake and bake. Roll out of bed, hit the gravity bong that I made. And start the day. For a while it got me by. Eveything I did, seemed better when I was high. I don’t know why. So, I’m gettin’ rid of the habits that I feel are real good at wastin my time. No regrets baby. I just think that maybe; its natural when things lose their shine. So other things can glow. I’ve gotten older now I know. How to take care of myself. I’ve found a deeper well.”
I continue to find music that I am super into
Deeper Well - Kacey Musgraves
This is my healing song of 2024. I’ve long been a fan of Kacey Musgraves. I love the simplicity and directness of the lyrics in this song. She is breaking up with the people, places, and things that are a waste of her time. She’s found a deeper well. Its worth noting that she starts off the song with, “My saturn has returned.” Your saturn returning is all about you growing up. And I can feel that line, “when I turned 27 everything started to change.” And, I love how she starts off the song with her focusing on recovering from her breakup and the peace that she has with it. And then of course, there is the verse about moving on from weed as a coping mechanism. I am not sure I will connect moreso with lyrics in 2024 than I do with, “For a while it got me by. Eveything I did, seemed better when I was high. I don’t know why.” After all, its natural when things lose their shine… “and I’ve gotten older now I know, how to take care of myself.” I love how she comes to peace with her upbringing. Its all a journey right?
“I used to wake and bake. Roll out of bed, hit the gravity bong that I made. And start the day. For a while it got me by. Eveything I did, seemed better when I was high. I don’t know why. So, I’m gettin’ rid of the habits that I feel are real good at wastin my time. No regrets baby. I just think that maybe; its natural when things lose their shine. So other things can glow. I’ve gotten older now I know. How to take care of myself. I’ve found a deeper well.”
POP POP POP - IDLES
Oh boy. I am so excited about seeing this band live. Are they most exciting live band out there right now? Maybe. This is about a being a positive, uplifting person and that being your super power. Who says I don’t love uplifting and positive music. It’s dancey; you’ll want to move listening to this song.
“Freudenfreude. Joy on joy (joy on joy). Cheerleader. Happy boy (happy boy). Strong like bull. Vu-vu-vulnerable (vulnerable). Keep my people up. That's my tool.”
Capricorn - Vampire Weekend
I dig this super chill Vampire Weekend song. This is about persevering in life even in the face of deep uncertainty. And being caught in the middle of everything.
“I know you’re tired or tryin’; listen clearly you don’t have to try.”
Stop Giving Me Advice - Jack Harlow, Lyrical Lemonade, Mike
I am listening to more pure pop music lately and I am digging it. And, I love seeing artists I’ve supported (on this track, Mike), making appearances with pop stars. The flow. The production. The groove. Everything. This song just sounds great. And its got that braggadocio confidence that I love in poppy hip hop.
“I know you feel love, feel shame, feel pride. I can see it in your eyes. I met a fan at work, he told me it's his job on the side. As if I'm unimpressed by his every day life.”
Dark Matter - Pearl Jam
This song is getting a ton of alt rock play. I am psyched. They are saying its maybe a sound similar to the Ten days. I think it sounds like mid state Pearl Jam (the Avacado album) mixed with Soundgarden, specifically the drums. It sounds like Matt Fucking Cameron totally showed up to this song. And it rocks. I think it captures the confusing and frustrating world we live in right now.
“It's strange these days. When everybody else pays. For someone else's mistake. This blame takes shape. Still everybody else pays. For someone else's mistake.”
Shaking Their Hands - SPRINTS
I got introduced to this band recently and I am a fan. I was supposed to see them live, but due to scheduling challenges I couldn’t make it. SPRINTS, hailing from the vibrant heart of Dublin, Ireland, are a force to be reckoned with on the contemporary punk scene. Born out of the city's rich tapestry of music and culture, this dynamic band embodies the raw energy and impassioned ethos that Dublin's music scene is renowned for. Known for their electrifying performances and fiercely honest lyrics, SPRINTS offer a fresh, adrenaline-fueled take on punk that captures the spirit of rebellion and resilience. Their music, a potent blend of gritty guitar riffs and relentless rhythms, resonates with an authenticity and fervor that is both inspiring and invigorating.
This song is so full angst. Angst about life. About a life dealt to you, the consequences of how you react to the life dealt to you, and the compromises you need to make it through.
“It's been a long day. It's been a long night. It's been a long life. And I'm counting the minutes 'til the clock strikes six. I'm counting the minutes 'til the ceiling hits. I'm counting the days.”
Suicidal Tendencies - Angry Blackmen
This music demands you listen to it. I love so much about this band, this album, this song. I love the realness. I love the glitchy production that creates a spastic and anxious vibe over the emo heavy lyrics.
“Suicidal tendencies. I had to get my mind right. You can see the pain. When you starring deep in my eyes. ****** say I changed. But they hating on the sidelines. Trying to maintain. My depression on a fine line. Looking back in hindsight, they ain’t see the vision yet. A bunch of cracker kids hype our music on the internet. My mom smoking cigarettes, told her ass she gotta quit. Ciggy only way she fight the demons that she dealing with.”
Don’t Forget Me - Maggie Rogers
Digging Maggie Rogers. I love the duet she did with Zach Bryan and this is just great indie pop. I love how she sounds and I dig the flow of this song. Its about growing up or feeling you need to grow up and others are already grown up around you. And wanting a partner to help you figure out that growing up and how transient those relationships can seem.
“My friend Sally's getting married. And to me that sounds so scary. I'm still tryin' to clean up my side of the street. Can't imagine what would happen. 'Cause I'm still acting out of habit. Hoping dirty words just don't escape my teeth.”
The Bell - Ty Segall
Ty Segall, a multi-instrumentalist hailing from California, has cemented himself as a pivotal figure in the modern psych-rock revival. With a prolific output that spans across a dizzying array of albums, Segall's work is a kaleidoscopic journey through the realms of garage rock, fused with the expansive, mind-bending essence of psychedelic rock. His music, characterized by fuzzy guitars, experimental arrangements, and an unbridled spirit of innovation, captures the essence of psych-rock's golden era while injecting it with a raw, contemporary edge. Segall's dedication to pushing the boundaries of the genre, combined with his unique blend of psychedelic fervor and garage rock grit, makes him a torchbearer for the psychedelic rock movement,
This is really part of an album that you need to listen to as an album to appreciate it. So, make sure to check out Ty Segall’s Three Bells. It sounds amazing. And if you’re into psyche rock you’ll dig this whole groove. The topic is really about exploring yourself and your mind. And its full of lots of random thoughts about this exploration.
“Walk in lines, they form a circle. The destination is where you have been. Your three bells, one's outside.”
Pixel - Yot Club
I really dig the sound of Yot Club, emerging from the sun-soaked landscapes of Jackson, Mississippi, brings a refreshing burst of indie pop to the music scene with their distinctive blend of laid-back vibes and unique vocal stylings. The brainchild of multi-instrumentalist Ryan Kaiser, Yot Club's sound is characterized by its effortless melding of dreamy melodies, jangly guitars, and Kaiser's uniquely tender vocal delivery that effortlessly floats atop their music, inviting listeners into a world of introspective joy and melodic bliss. This inventive use of vocals, paired with their knack for crafting infectious tunes, sets Yot Club apart, making them a fascinating act within the indie genre. Their music resonates with a sense of warmth and sincerity, capturing the essence of their Southern roots while charting a course through the expansive universe of indie pop with originality and grace.
This song ponders how small we are (the size of a pixel in the vastness of the internet). But, it sounds great. I love the vocals.
“This technology makes me so aware of how. Small I am. I see the world in such a way that was not meant. For any man, no.”
Bonus Tracks:
Can’t Believe We’re Here - J Mascis
“Can we back up strong. I don’t wanna fight it. Will I end up wrong. Not sure what the point is. Get up every day and try. Dream a home on some side. Try to patch this hole inside. So I can tell you where I’ll find.”
Fall Back - Pt. 2 / Endel Focus Soundscape - James Blake
A little EDM for your pleasure.
Also, really digging that Real Estate album for some easy going indie.
Another from the excellent album by The Smile.
Another from that great Ty Segall album.
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