This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Electric Love" by BØRNS. This song is such a feel good dreaming song about love. I dare you not to tap your foot along to the beat. This is definitely on my summer playlist! Enjoy!
Today seven years and one month ago I awkwardly agreed to be someones girlfriend and on our one month anniversary I gave that person, my now husband, this mix. Of all the playlists I've ever made I'm really proud of this one. It has a great balance of slow, calming and happy songs. Hope you enjoy it just as much as we do!
Feeling Good - Micheal Buble
1,2,3,4 - Plain White T's
Lucky - Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillet
The Lucky Ones - Tim Myers
Brand New Day - Joshua Radin
Oh, It Is Love - HelloGoodBye
I Adore You - Melpo Mene
Falling In Love At A Coffee Shop - Landon Pigg
The Blower's Daughter - Damien Rice
Ride - Cary Brothers
Such Great Heights - Iron & Wine
Be Still My Hear - The Postal Service
Love Me Like The World Is Ending - Ben Lee
Chasing Cars - Snow Patrol
Green Eyes - Coldplay
I Just Don't Think I'll Ever Get Over You - Collin Hay
A good song can be just as impactful as a good book. In that spirit, I often hear a song that perfectly captures a moment from a book I might be reading. While reading Autumn Rising by Seth King I heard a few songs that I thought spoke to parts of the book. However, this playlist wasn't as easy for me to construct like my soundtrack for Honesty was. When I got all the songs together I felt like I didn't have a good representation of Autumn's personality and the songs didn't flow cohesively. So to better fit my music taste to the story, I decided to focus on Hank's perspective when selecting songs for this soundtrack. Hope you enjoy the movie in my head through these songs!
***Spoilers Ahead!***
Hank's Autumn Rising Soundtrack
1. I Will Be There - Odessa
Hank approaches Autumn at the funeral reception.
2. Light Me Up - Bronze Radio Return
Hank can't get Autumn out of his mind and he decides he needs her in his life. He shows up at her work and they go to lunch together. Soon they start dating.
3. You and I - Johnnyswim
Hank and Autumn's love is like your favorite roller-coaster -- exciting, dramatic and full of ups and downs.
4. On and On - The Score
Autumn is becoming more confrontational and Hank knows somethings up. A storm is brewing, but he tries to hold on to the good.
5. Someplace Beautiful - Alfred Hall
Things aren't getting better with Autumn. She's distant, cold and keeps pushing him away. He can only take so much -- he's going to break.
6. Don't Wanna Fight - Alabama Shake
Hank is tired and Autumn is determined to break him -- Hank walks out. He gets in his car and drives away from their Autumn's house.
7. Lover Come Back - City and Colour
Hank regrets leaving, but he doesn't want the Autumn of late, we wishes they could get back to how things used to be before the light in her eyes went dark. She doesn't call.
8. Cold Cold Cold - Cage The Elephant
Hank's world is dark and cold without Autumn.
9. The Emotion - BORNS
Hank knows he still wants Autumn. He loves her and it haunts him, but he doesn't want to want her anymore. He looks to a friend to help him get through the heartache. Then the unexpected happens -- he sees her and he just walks away.
10. Spirit Cold - Tall Heights
Autumn calls, she ask Hank to attend her doctor's appointment. He isn't sure what to expect, or what he wants to come of the meeting, but he knows she needs him to be there. He's guarded. 11. St. Jude - Florence + The Machine
Hank shows up to Autumns doctors appointment. The fear in her eyes as she walks back to the exam room is almost too much to bare. He waits.
12. Fall Together - The Temper Trap
Hank isn't letting Autumns diagnoses be the end. Nothing else matters, they are going to be together. He's not going to let anything get between them again!
13. Light Up - Mutemath
(Credits roll on the movie of Autumn Rising in my mind!)
[47min]
I know the order of these songs might not follow the books events exactly, but I think it does a good job of highlighting some of Hank's more vulnerable moments.
I hope you enjoyed this list of songs! Let me know what song(s) you would have on your Autumn Rising soundtrack in the comment section down below!
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Fall Together" by The Temper Trap. You might know how much I love the song "Trembling Hands" by the same band... Well, when I heard their latest single I knew I would have to feature it as well! I love the dreamy haunting quality of the music but I think this song has an uplifting message. The chorus is powerful and makes you feel hopeful about the future. I already have plans to include the song in a book review coming very soon, but I thought this song was too good not to share it with you as a #MusicMonday. Enjoy!
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "The Wolves" by JJ and The Pillars. I stumbled upon this song on Spotify and I just had to share it. I have a lot going on this week and this high energy song is perfect to start off my Monday. Enjoy!
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Synesthesia" by Andrew McMahon.I have been wanting to post this song for a while. I just never got around to scheduling it. As someone who has a mild from of synesthesia, ordinal linguistic personification, I was drawn to the title of this song. However, it's just honestly a great song about love! It's one of those songs that makes you want to smile and dance around like a fool because it just makes you happy.
There's more to life than singing songs we write when we are in the shadow of the moon
About a day ago I finished the book Honesty by Seth King and I posted my thoughts on the book here. After publishing the post, I found myself at the gym running on the treadmill with Cole Furman still in head -- his voice still ringing in my ears. I put my head phones on, turned up the volume and pushed play on my recent unpolished playlist. This playlist of random songs was made months ago but I hadn't gotten sick of the songs yet so at this point it's my go-to. Then something happened... every song was about Cole and Nick. I ran along listening to song after song trying to distance myself from the voice in my head and the words I had just read -- it was no use. Each song brought on a memory from the book like I was watching the movie of Honesty in my mind -- you know, if it was out of order and blurry like a day dream.
I'm not going to lie, I'm feeling a little obsessed and crazy at this point. (I know you're thinking it!) How could this random playlist on shuffle speak to me this way? Well it did... and my mind will not rest until I've crafted the perfect Honesty soundtrack. So here are the songs to the movie in my head! For best results listen in order.
**sorry for any spoilers**
My Honesty Soundtrack
1. Kids - Lady Danville
Cole leaves the gym hurt, embarrassed and a little angry.
2. I Want to Feel Alive - The Lighthouse and The Whaler
Cole downloads the dating app.
3. Can You Tell - Ra Ra Roit
Cole and Nick exchange glances in gym class.
4. Make You Mine - Public
Cole and Nick become friends.
5. The Fear - Ben Howard
Nick freaks out and pulls away from Cole.
6. No Harm - The Boxer Rebellion
Nick just can't stay away -- he messages Cole.
7. The Fool - Ryn Weaver
Cole agrees to a limited relationship with Nick.
8. ILYSB - LANY
Nick and Cole hangout and ride around on the beach before sunset.
9. I Need You - M83
The night Cole spends sleeping and not sleeping on Nick's floor.
10. Mercy - Muse
Nick is fighting his inner demons after Cole leave the next morning -- he's losing control.
11. The Immortals - Kings of Leon
Nick and Cole hang out the next day, Nick can't withhold anymore.
12. Hands to Myself - Selena Gomez
Their love is electric and addictive.
13. Nightlight - Silversun Pickups
Nick wants the best of both worlds, so he does everything he can to hide Cole from the other parts of his life.
14. Can't Deny My Love - Brandon Flowers
The shadows start to roll in and the fights begin.
15. Trembling Hand - The Temper Trap
A break up and all connections cut -- the heartache sets in.
16. Won't Stop Running - A Great Big World
Cole reaches out to Nick, he refuses to let go of what they have.
17. Only Love - Ben Howard
Nick accepts Cole back into his life and after the dust settles, they retreat into their little world
18. Fire and Flood - Vance Joy
Maybe their love isn't enough -- the cracks widen. Cole knows the end is inevitable, but hold on with everything he has.
19. One Call Away - Charlie Puth
Nick has disappeared and hasn't contacted Cole. Cole can't help but wait by the phone.
20. Open Season - High Highs
Nick invites Cole on a road trip. They ride in the car together in their own little world feeling excitement and uncertainty.
21. Skinny Love - Birdy
They know! It's too risky. It's over.
22. Take Care - City and Colour
Cole contemplates Nick's actions and his decision to try and live a "normal" life.
23. Stitches -Shawn Mendes
Cole buries himself in his work. He's walking around town trying to get interviews for his blog.
24. Crazy - Teemid, ft. Joie Tan
Cole watches people dance through the window of a crowded night club while he stands outside on the sidewalk.
25. Hang On - Ellie Golding
Cole finds out about the accident. He's envisioning the events of that day and this song hangs in the air as we watch Nick in his car.
Cole looks for answers, he drives to meet Nick's sister.
28. I'm Gonna Be (500 miles) - Sleeping at Last
Cole now knows where to find Nick. He takes Nick's letter and goes to visit him. He decides what he wants his future to be.
29. Never Forget You - Zara Larsson, MNEK
(Credits roll on this movie in my head.)
Bonus Track: Mr. Brightside - The Killers (Jacques La Cont's T.W.Duke Remix)
(1hr 56min)
I know the order of these songs might not follow the books events exactly, but I think it does a good job of highlighting them. Now that this playlist is made, I can let the voice in my head die down and revisit ColeyAndNickyVille through this "soundtrack" whenever I want.
I hope you enjoyed this list of songs! Let me know what song(s) you would have on your Honesty soundtrack in the comment section down below!
When I make a playlist for a road trips I like to pick songs I can image myself listening to while looking out the window and watching the world zoom by. Am I watching the city lights fly by? Am I watching farm land go by on a cloudy day? Whatever your driving landscape, I hope you enjoy this playlist! My best guess is that this mix was made sometime around 2011.
"Keep The Car Running" - Arcade Fire
"Houdini" - Forster The People
"40 Day Dream" - Edward Sharp & The Magnetic Zeros
"The Great Salt Lake" - Band of Horses
"A Lack of Color" - Death Cab for Cutie
"Armistice" - Phoenix
"Spotlight" (Twilight Mix) - Mute Math
"Daniel" - Bat For Lashes
"Fireworks" - Polock
"A Million Ways" - OK Go
"Boy With A Coin" - Iron & Wine
"Chicago" - Sujan Stevens
"Not About Love" - Fiona Apple
"Grand Junction" - Computer Magic
"Four Winds" - Bright Eyes
"I Would For Anything For You" - Foster The People
"Just Pretend" - The Bens
"Trinity" - Paper Tongues
"Animal" - Mike Snow
"Ragged All Week" - Hounds of the Wild Hunt
(1 hr 17 min)
For best result listen to tracks in order!
Also, if you're wondering about the title I gave this mix "I Would Do Anything For You so Keep The Car Running"... Let me just say that I name my mixes by mashing a few song titles together. It's something I've done since my high school days so that I can better remember which songs are on the CD. Enjoy!
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Pity Party" by Melanie Martinez. I decided to pick this song as this weeks Music Monday because today is my birthday. While this song isn't exactly a HAPPY birthday song -- I thought it was fitting!! I was also able to find a remix of this song I really liked by K Theory. Click here to check it out! I might even like the remix more then the original.
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Fire and the Flood" byVance Joy. I have been hearing this song a lot lately and it seems to be getting stuck in my head. So I thought I would share it here with you!
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Girls Your Age" by Transviolet. When I first came across this song I had to immediately add it to a playlist. The song starts slow and picks up a bit at the end, this would be a good song for a "mood" mix. More importantly it's been stuck in my head and I can't help but sing along! Actually, I woke up the other day singing it and I figured that was a good sign that it should be shared here with you. Enjoy!
Welcome to the first #MusicMonday and a long time! In the spirit of new beginnings and the New Year this #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Sound of Change" by Dirty Heads. This is a upbeat song and has a really great message to keep you hopeful when your feeling down. Enjoy!
I came across this song while looking for some new music and while I don't normally listen to mashups this song has me thinking I should find some more if they are this awesome!
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Test of Time" by Temples. I heard this song at the beginning of the summer on The Sounds in my Head. I had kind of forgotten about it until it hits the random shuffle of my playlist -- it's one of those good songs that you just know is special. I look forward to exploring more sounds from the Temples on their latest album Sun Structures. Take a listen and let me know what you think in the comment section down below!
Into the night, we are high; never mind,
And through the clouds, we arrive, like the skies in strike,
And as we dance on the stones, glass beneath our feet,
After some time off from blogging I would like to jump back into this #MusicMonday with a song that I can't get out of my head. This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Jealous (I ain't with it)" by Chromeo.
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Gold" by Sir Sly. I have heard this song being played in a few different places, so I thought I would share it. I really like the feel of this song and while the lyrics are somewhat repetitive (not in a bad way) they have a haunting quality with the message of following your dreams. The music video is also interesting to watch. I did not feel the video took anything away from my initial impression of the song. Take a listen and let me know what you think in the comment section down below!
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Ripetide" by Vance Joy. I have liked this song for a little while but had never watched the music video. Honestly, I don't watch many music videos but this one seems particular strange. Regardless, this is still a really great song! What do these lyrics mean to you? Take a listen and let me know what you think in the comment section down below!
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "After the Disco" by Broken Bells. Naturally Monday's are one of the most dreaded days of the week... the weekend is over and it is time to get back to work. Before I jump into my workday music sometimes I like to start off the morning with a little mood music. I'm still not fully wake, my coffee hasn't kicked in and I'm reflecting on the weekend. This song is great in many ways, but today I'm mourning the long weekend -- "after the disco". Take a listen and let me know what you think in the comment section down below!
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Something Good Can Work" by Two Door Cinema Club. After a relaxing vacation I had to jump back into working this Monday. As you might know, getting back in the mindset is not always the easiest thing to do after time off. This song definitely gets me in the mood to focus and make things happen! Take a listen and let me know in the comment section down below what your favorite workday motivation song is?!
Let's make this happen, girl
You gotta show the world that something good can work
This #MusicMonday I'm featuring the song "Time" by Fé. I first heard this London based band on the podcast The Sound in My Head. While they may not be main stream, this songs caught my attention. If I had mood music for my work day this track would definitely be on the playlist. Take a listen and let me know what you think in the comment section down below!
