November Playlist Therapy 2015

I can't believe November has come and gone, but I'm actually excited to start playing holiday songs at work on a daily basis (#musictherapyprobs anyone?). Just in case you're not quite in the holiday spirit yet, here are some non-jingle bells and snowman songs to cut through the holiday sweetness.

Playlist

November Playlist Therapy

Highlights

- Track 2/ Hello by Adele

Yes, I can't help but think of Lionel Ritchie's classic when I hear this song, and yes, this song is everywhere right now, but I pretty much had to include it in my playlist this month. If you've had the chance to purchase 25, you must check out my favorite track: When We Were Young. Unfortunately, her album is not on Spotify yet.

- Track 10/ Sorry by Justin Bieber

Now I wouldn't go as far as to say that I am a " belieber" but I will admit I am guilty of enjoying the Bieb's new album. This is probably my favorite single so far, because of its Latin inspired dance beat and catchy desperation. Don't be afraid to give in to my latest guilty pleasure.

-Track 15/ Everything Changes by Sara Bareilles

I didn't even realize Sara Bareilles had released a new album until I was browsing through Spotify recently! Her voice is always killer, and this love song from her latest release is a perfect example of the kind of hopeful pop song that is her signature. 

Thanks for listening (literally)!

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Soctober Playlist Therapy 2015

Yes I know, it's already technically November.... But here's the thing! I have completely fallen down on the job blogging lately, but that doesn't mean I didn't make playlists! So here's a little retroactive playlist of what I've been listening to lately:

Playlist

Soctober Playlist Therapy

Highlights

- Track 2/ Magnets by Discloure, Lorde

I'm a little surprised I'm not tired of Lorde, but this track is a fresh take on what makes her royalty in her genre. Get Disclosure involved in a song and you've got a hit in the making. 

- Track 6/ You're the One that I Want by Angus & Julia Stone

Grease has never been my favorite musical, but this song was my favorite part of the movie as a cute wrap-up to Sandy and Danny's love story. Angus & Julia Stone's version is a haunting memory of the carnival excitement from that scene.

-Track 15/ Our Day Will Come by Amy Winehouse

A song from her album of previously unreleased recordings, Our Day Will Come is retro-inspired in all the right ways: as an Amy Winehouse classic should be. A little Motown and a little reggae, with Amy's soulful approach this has become one of my favorite tracks by her. 

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Paix pour Paris

 I'm back! My newest playlist in months and it's got that je ne sais quoi. In honor of the Thanksgiving holiday and in celebration of family and peace, I decided to pay tribute to Paris and my loved ones who live there by making a compilation of my favorite French songs! 

Playlist

Paix pour Paris

Highlights

- Track 2/ Les Cornichons by Nino Ferrer

This was on of my French teacher in high school's favorite to play for the class. It's sort of that hokey French impression sound and good for learning the language because the song consists of him listing all this items you'd bring to a picnic!

- Track 4/ La Vie en Rose by Sophie Milman

Yes it is sacreligious to include La Vie En Rose and not have it be the infamous version by Edith Piaf. While I absolutely adore the classic version, I am embarrassed to confess that I love this version even more. Sophie Milman is sings a more coy and nuanced version, with such a lovely sax solo by Pat LaBarbera.

- Track 5/ Padam Padam by Edith Piaf

This track is actaully my favorite song that Edith Piaf recorded. Her energy and warbling vibrato stand out in this classic song. 

Thanks for listening (pacifiquement)!

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