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Don't you love when a song explains exactly how you are feeling at that moment? Matching music to moments is my passion. Follow the soundtrack to my life, you'll be sure to learn of great music along the way.

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Retro Culture - "Cold"

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Retro Culture - Cold. 

Slow, chill beat. 

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New-ish (Sept 2015) song from Ben Folds. Video cuts out at end. 

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Walking Playlist

Just came back from a walk with my dog to enjoy the gorgeous fall weather. I listened to one of my Spotify playlists and decided to share it on here today. All the songs were perfect for my casual nature walk. Good music for when you want to feel relaxed, stress free and calm. Check out some pictures and the list of the songs below: 

(All songs + a few more on Spotify Playlist HERE)

Sirens - Lola Marsh

All of Me Wants All Of You - Sufjan Stevens

All Over - CRUISR (Peter Thomas Remix)

Slow Dancer - Noah Gundersen

Saving Us a Riot - Phoria

Avalanche - HANA

All I Wanna Say - Lontalius

All I Want (Manilla Killa Remix) - Dawn Golden

Carbonated -Mount Kimbie 

I Don’t Wanna Grow Up - Bebe Rexha

Stolen Dance - Milky Chance

Hands In The Garden - Half Moon Run

Follow Me - Iris

Mightiest of Guns - AA Bondy

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Breakup Playlist

When I go through a breakup I listen to sad music to help me feel things/hate my life even more...why I do this, I don’t know.  However, I’ve created a pretty nice breakup playlist from my past obnoxious breakup emotions.  So, if you’re in the middle of a lovely breakup, this playlist will give you all those great depressing feelings :) I’ve split the songs up into categories but you can listen to most of the songs here on my Spotify playlist. 

NEW:

Bridges - Broods

Sideways - Wrabel

The Cure For Pain- Jon Foreman

Only Love Can Hurt Like This - Paloma Faith

Anna, Please Don’t Go - Life in Film

Let It Go - James Bay

Not That Simple - Mike Posner

What a Good Woman Does - Joy Williams

What I Did for Love - David Guetta ft Emeli Sandé

We Won’t - Jaymes Young

I Bet (Remix) - Ciara

Breaking - Christopher Jak

Wildest Moments - Jessie Ware

Second Chances/Regret:

This Time - John Legend

Water Runs Dry - Boyz II Men

I Shoulda Lied - Boyz II Men (I’m a big fan of them. Go ahead - JUDGE ME)

End of the Road - Boyz II Men

How to Live Alone - Evan Ross

When you want to SOB:

All Back - Chris Brown

It Must Have Been Love - Maria Mena - bad quality but listen here

Don’t You Remember - Adele (All Adele songs can be added to this list)

Gravity - Sara Bareilles

Lonely:

California King Bed - Rihanna

Four Seasons of Loneliness-  Boyz II Men 

World Spins Madly On - The Weepies

Just Hold Me - Maria Mena

Miss You Love - Maria Mena

Letting Go/Moving On:

Bluebird - Sara Bareilles

Near To You - A Fine Frenzy

Indestructible - Robyn

Sticks and Stones - Dave Barnes

I Don’t Feel It Anymore - William Fitzsimmons

In Your Atmosphere (Live at Nokia Theater) - John Mayer

Slow Dancing In a Burning Room - John Mayer

Angry/Frustrated:

I Don’t Love You - My Chemical Romance

Dancing On My Own - Robyn

Heartbreak Warfare - John Mayer

Assassin - John Mayer

If I Were a Boy - Yoncé/Bey/Queen Bee

Lemonade - Wheatus

How’s It Going To Be - 3EB

Country:

Tomorrow - Chris Young

I’m Comin’ Over - Chris Young

What Hurts the Most - Rascall Flatts

I’m Movin On - Rascall Flatts

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Lucy Rose - Shiver

The last episode of HBO GIRLS (Sit-in) had the perfect closing credit song and is a great example of smart, beautiful music supervision that creates viral marketing for the musician. 

some spoilers about the episode below:

The episode is about a LTR break up. It's one of the more realistic episodes  with a somber, quiet demeanor and filmed in 1 location with hand held cameras. Lena sums up the plot of the episode in the video below when she talks about the break up: "There isn't a correct answer, all there is is just the reality that things change and even the most beautiful moments in your life vanish into the past."

The closing credit song, "Shiver" by Lucy Rose, is a strong, dynamic part of the last scene. In the scene, Hannah is alone in a NYC storage unit building that seems to stretch on forever. There are no lines, so the viewer can focus on the song and listen to the lyrics which perfectly sum up the episode. The song is soft, simplistic and the lyrics are relatable to anyone that has been through a break up. This music supervision job really impressed me - well done Manish Raval! 

The HBO GIRLS Twitter page gave out information on the closing credit song yesterday, surely because people were asking about it. So far, there are over 1 million views of the music video on YouTube. I'm sure it will grow rapidly! 

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I moved!

FINALLY.

I can FINALLY say I no longer live with my PARENTS! I've officially moved to Brooklyn in not the nicest neighborhood for not the nicest price, but I am officially independent. However, now I need a job so I have begun the long, tedious application process. This blog is mentioned on my resumé (resuméS actually...I have so many different resumes). I've realized I haven't posted in this thing in a long time and I do miss it, so I'm vowing to start again!

First song to end my 1.5 year music blogging hiatus: Underwater by Rae. I've mentioned Rae in a few of my posts. I interned for her (even though she was a year younger than me) which would normally be embarrassing but honestly it was more inspiring than anything...she has so much talent. Her style has changed a little over the years. Though it still is hip-hop, she's seemed to add some soul to it as well. Like all of her songs, Underwater is so catchy. I caught myself singing along the second time the chorus came around. Check it out:

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Mirrors-Justin Timberlake

I heard JT's 2nd single about a week ago...only heard it once and it has been on my mind to put it on my blog ever since. I read about it in the Wall Street Journal this morning (which gave the song a good review) which basically forced me to write this post (even though I should be getting ready for work right now). It is sooo much better than Suit and Tie that's for sure. Listen below:

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Pretty sure Frank Ocean can do no wrong....Wiseman

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Marina and the Diamonds "Lies" Remix by Zeds Dead

I like to check out Thissongissick.com for new music but more importantly, awesome remixes. I was browsing the site when I saw the remix for "Lies". I've always been a fan of Marina and the Diamonds so I immediately listened to "Lies" remixed by Zeds Dead. Been listening to it over and over again for about 10 minutes now. Chill AND energizing song. You'll get it when you listen to it. You can listen and get a free download once you like their FB page. Check it out:

http://thissongissick.com/blog/2013/marina-and-the-diamonds-lies-zeds-dead-remix-download/

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I heard 2 new songs back to back on the radio today. Maybe they're not brand new but I don't listen to the radio much. Anyway, they included new KESHA (wooo reminds me of my college days) and Bruno Mars. 

Kesha took a while off and it's nice to have her comeback song be so fun and upbeat. She hasn't changed and hey that's a good thing-she's a fun party song writer. Listen below:

Bruno meanwhile sounds like Sting. I'm actually trying to figure out if there actually is loop of a Sting song in his song it sounds that close to them. It's good though even if he's 'stealing' one of my fave band's music. Listen below:

[ludos]

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Morning Video: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - Thrift Shop

This put me in a good mood this morning. Also made me want to go thrift store shopping which I never do. How have I never heard of this guy before??? So funny and the beat is pretty sick.

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This is my dog Molly, she's a stalker. (Taken with Instagram)

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Ok ok Miley, I see you

Always loved her style, never her voice but I guess she does have some talent:

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Morning Video

I've mentioned Sami Miller a few times on this blog. I met her at my internship with a music company a few years ago. She was working on 'Heartbeat' back then and finally has come out with the song's official music video.

I've noticed she's tweaked the song a little, adding some more vocal ornamentations throughout. 'Heartbeat' shows off Sami's powerful voice and amazing range. Not to mention she's nice to look at. Serious talent. Check it out below:

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New mix up from those crazy Banana & Champagne guys. If you like live electro mixes then get on this.

Free Download Click Here

Track list:

01. Dada Life – Kick Out The Epic Motherfucker [So Much Dada]

02. Kaskade feat. Haley – Llove (Dada Life Remix) [Ultra]

03. Ansol &...

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I wish I was Sia

Interesting read:

PAPER Magazine talked to Sia at Fashion Week and asked how the retired indie singer got connected to David Guetta and Flo Rida. Click the quote below to get directed to the article.

"I'm actually super grateful. I was bummed at first about all of it but of course once you start making money on anything, it becomes increasingly easy to accept".