If there’s a better song to emphatically sing/pantomime along to, I sure can’t think of one.
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#songoftheday: DJ Fresh Feat. Ellie Goulding – Flashlight
For the amount of listens I’ve given Halcyon Days, I really should check out Ellie Goulding’s first album.
#songoftheday: Stars – Hold On When You Get Love and Let Go When You Give It
Even though I’m more familiar with Torquil Campbell from his guest spots on CBC’s Q, it was a nice surprise to see his band at Osheaga last year.
#songoftheday: Michael Jackson – Billy Jean
It’s been my experience that this song is almost guaranteed to be played at least once, and nearly every wedding reception.
This single song’s been not just present for, but been a big motivation behind my change in attitude towards dancing over the years.
Growing up, the mere thought of dancing would bring on the intense anxiety, and fear of not only looking awkward, but being judged by spectators. At some point, Billy Jean came along, and it was less of a big deal to just move to the music. I stopped worrying about what people might think and just focused on what was important: having fun.
#songoftheday: Cat Stevens – Two Fine People
I’m usually not a big fan of “Greatest Hits” albums. On one hand, they make for an accessible intro to any given band/artist. On the other, they can take a song out of the context of the original album, and really diminish it’s effect.
Cat Stevens’ first greatest hits album gets a pass because it brings something new to the table. Specifically, this great song.
#songoftheday: David Guetta & Alesso Feat. Tegan and Sara – Every Chance We Get We Run
In retrospect, the switch to a more pop-focused sound in this song, almost seems like a preview of Tegan and Sara’s Heartthrob album.
#songoftheday: The Beatles – In My Life
A big congratulations to my baby sister who just graduated high school.
#songoftheday: Tegan and Sara – Now I’m All Messed Up
Before this album came out, the only Tegan and Sara song I knew was “Walking With A Ghost”. A little over 6 months after picking this album up, I was watching them perform the majority of it live in Montreal.
Needless to say, it was one of the best impulse buys that I’ve ever made.
#songoftheday: Billy Joel – Just the Way You Are
For all those romantic souls out there.
#songoftheday: Passion Pit – Let Your Love Grow Tall
Over the years, I just keep coming back to this album. Very few acts before or since have managed to strike that perfect balance between electronic engineering, and the playing of physical instruments.
Throw in some solid harmonies and you’ve got music that while intricately engineered, still comes off sounding sincere and genuine.
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