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Soft Powers – Just Like Tropica-L My brother has a monster synth pop playlist on Spotify and this song is a hidden gem. The guitars makes this song truly magical. This 6 year old track from Soft Powers is the perfect tune to wind down with. The sound takes you to a different place and it’s able to ease your mind instantly. Beach House – Lover of Mine Another amazing find in the synth pop playlist. Off of their third studio album, Teen Dream, I've finally experienced this incredibly dreamy tune, six years after it's release. Whoops! But this song can lift any spirit., if you’re having a bad day or just need a little pick-me-up, Beach House is the perfect fix. This song has been on every playlist I’ve made this month because I cannot be without Beach House. Radiohead – You and Whose Army? 4 out of the 10 songs on this month’s playlist are from the Peaky Blinders season 3 soundtrack. I’ve come to the conclusion that season 3 had one of the best soundtracks, period. “You and Whose Army” was featured in the season premiere and it's stuck with me since. It’s hauntingly beautiful, much like a lot of Radiohead songs are. The entrance of the drums and piano make you feel invincible. This song stays with you even after the 100th listen. The Kills – Monkey 23 Song number 2 from the Peaky soundtrack. The Kills are incredible and I would never have guessed that this is a Kills' song. Off of their first album, Keep on Your Mean Side, 2003. It’s paced, lethargic and bluesy sound envelops itself around my heart every time. Arctic Monkeys – Don’t Sit Down ‘Cause I’ve Moved Your Chair Song number 3 from the Peaky soundtrack. I was immediately blown away by this track by Arctic Monkeys. From the calculated start to its incredible blast off; this song makes you feel like kicking a door or teeth in much like the Shelby boys do. It’s powerful overall and it makes you feel like taking on the world. Neon Indian – Annie Last month I was lucky enough to seeNeon Indian at Pitchfork Music Festival. “Annie” is off of Neon Indian’s latest album, Vega Intl. Night School, and it’s tremendously fun and it just reminds me of Alan Palomo’s amazing dance moves. Ray Charles – What’d I Say Part 1 & 2 I am currently working on a project that takes place in the 1950s. I tried to exert myself into the era and I started with the era's iconic music. For some reason “What’d I Say” just seemed to fit my direction and I’ve been absolutely floored by the unbelievable craftsmanship on this piece. Crystal Castles – Fleece Amnesty (I) came out this month, the new album from Crystal Castles minus their former leader, Alice Glass. Theirfallout is just as rough as this new album’s sound and I really mean that as a compliment. It’s grittier, it’s heavier, harder, more emotional and I love it. Fleece is a trip through anger, but so is a lot of Crystal Castles. “Fleece” is like a hurricane. You can hear the storm and calmness in the eye, which is a reoccurring theme in this new album. Archie Bronson Outfit – Cherry Lips Song number 4 from the Peaky Blinders soundtrack. A perfect fit into the show’s rockabilly attitude. The song has an incredible building element. "Cherry Lips" has a great, infectious and well-crafted rock and roll sound. Roy Orbison – Ride Away My favorite Roy Orbison song. However this song is not new to me much like the other picks. "Ride Away" is on August’s playlist because it seemed to pop up everywhere! And with that kind of frequency, I’ve been listening to it more in this closing summer season. There is Only One Roy Orbison is a treasure and “Ride Away” kicks off the album perfectly. HONORABLE MENTION: Savages – TIWYG Dear Reader, In this summer’s end, I’ve found the picks this month have been a tremendous part of my every day. I started a new creative project that I hope to have out by springtime. Music has played a huge part throughout this project's progress. But I’m absolutely ready to change seasons! Fall will bring the best out of me and hopefully, out of you too! If you have any suggestions for next month or want to discuss any of my August picks, let me know at: [email protected] OR @jessfsamson
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