Monday Mixtape, Vol. 72

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It's midnight, so I should probably get to sleep shortly. But first, be entranced by Leif Vollebekk, a singer/songwriter I just discovered that most clearly sounds like Ryan Adams, but "Elegy" gives him raspier vocals that hint of Angus Stone. This is a great album that I thoroughly recommend. 

Speaking of albums I thoroughly recommend, if you haven't listened to Drake's new album then what have you been doing? "Passionfruit" is one of my front-runners for song of the year, and "Portland" sounds like Drake got into the new Zelda game because there's some serious ocarinas blowing in that song. 

It's somewhat confounding that Local Natives have released two tracks in the aftermath of their mildly disappointing (or just not astounding or the album most huge fans were hoping for) third album that are better than most of the songs on the third album! This track brings an orchestra into the fry and Taylor's vocals actually sounding good again (instead of ridiculously whiny)

So the Gorillaz have a new album coming out. Their song with Vince Staples is sick and this song with D.R.A.M. is even better. Can't wait for this album in its entirety. 

Finally, Laura Marling's album is a great jaunt through the leafy woods. She's got that folksy Wes Anderson movie-like sound. I dig it.  

That's it. Past midnight, I'm spent!

Monday Mixtape, Vol. 68

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Hello, hello! Currently watching the Oscars where JT as usual put on quite the performance. Jimmy Kimmel sounds very tired, however, and most of his jokes have been pretty lame. So let's get on to the music!

I had to add more songs to this week's mixtape from the new albums from both Ryan Adams and Future. As Ryan Adams was once know to be a prolific young songwriter releasing many albums over a short span of time, Future has now taken that reign and released a new album ONE WEEK later after the release of his self-titled album. I have yet to even digest the new one, but I will probably add some new stuff in the coming weeks. And if you don't like Future, I understand, but I would also say give the guy a chance and embrace some different music.

I haven't ever listened to Laura Marling, but I have read some stuff on her new album and was intrigued. "Wild Fire" is a track off that new album, and she sounds like an artist I may have to dive into. 

Had to add a little dance music so I included an AlunaGeorge remix to get those hips moving. 

Have a good week all!