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In a Tizzy? Well, I’ve Got Some Tunes to Soothe You: Americana Edition. Third Place in Zen Playlist Challenge.
Pardon me, but I think it's a little unusual (rude) to leave Americana out of the conversation when we're talking about "zen" or soothing music. Personally, it's my go-to genre when I need any kind of comforting or encouragement. Whenever I find myself in a rut, I'll play one of my favorite Americana tunes and like magic, I find my way back to center with a renewed sense of purpose and steadfast motivation.
By Dream Silas3 years ago in Beat
Headbangers for Headaches
As one does in their formative years, I stole vintage things from my parents, since the styles from three decades ago were coming back, much like the ‘90s now (I know, I freaked out too). In my case, I stole ‘70s rock music from my dad, in that I was the one who exclusively used his iPod (throwback to the 5th generation). My teenage rebel soul, housed in a small body that’s been 5-foot-even since 8th grade, fell in love with the guitar riffs and headbanging of many bands like AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, The Clash, and Cream. ‘70s rock is now Classic Rock, but it was a gateway to my love of alternative rock. The guitar riffs, the yelling, the highway to hell for our misdeeds, wraps me in nostalgia, angst, and the kind of cool that I want to exude. The kind where men are afraid to approach my 5 foot self while I walk alone.
By Ariana GonBon3 years ago in Beat
Why Shoegaze is the Best Genre to Chill to.
Shoegaze is a genre that means a lot to me and one I often site as my favourite style of music. Not a lot of people are very familiar with it so I've included a playlist below of songs I think are great to dip your toes in to get into the genre.
By Ciarán Coleman3 years ago in Beat
Synesthesia and Summer
‘“Ah music,” he said, wiping his eyes. “A magic beyond all we do here!”’ JK Rowling uses Dumbledore, a headmaster of a magic school, to remind us the power behind music. It seems to transcend so many other methods of relaxation and recuperation. Music therapy, singing to plants to make them grow, and music and meditation are beyond magic. The right playlist and the right relaxation method can combine for a perfect storm of rejuvenation.
By Noah Glenn3 years ago in Beat
Practicing Mindfulness: Hand Clapping, Foot Stomping Folk
The meditative sensation of tuning out the outside world and the narration in my head had always seemed very far out of reach for me. I’ve struggled with anxiety and ADHD all my life and have a hard time simply relaxing and living in the moment. This became extremely overwhelming when I was in college. I was constantly stressed about one problem or another and had no idea how to manage it. So, I tried taking a yoga and meditation class. But when my instructor told me to clear my mind, I could never seem to stop myself from free falling through a stream of consciousness no matter how hard I tried.
By Kailey Roberts3 years ago in Beat
A Meditative Playlist
There are so many soothing songs out there, that pick you up and carry you away into the netherspheres of another land. What about a playlist that has the ability not only to uplift, but to ground you in the spheres of this dimension too? A playlist that reminds us how lucky we are to be here amongst the plentitudes of Earth, rather than on some rockier, less gorgeous planet?
By Sophia Laurel Pack3 years ago in Beat
The Other Dylan Playlist
I remember clearly the first time I heard the song 6th Avenue Heartache. It was about a year after the album was actually released. I was driving south down Chicot Rd in Pascagoula, MS. I had just left my boyfriend's apartment at Compass Point. I remember the song coming on the local radio station and I immediately liked it.
By Heather Holland3 years ago in Beat
The Tao of Guitar
This is where you need the Tao. What the heck is a Tao you may ask? Well, here is what Lao Tzu had to say about it: The Tao is like a bellows It is empty yet infinitely capable The more you use it, the more it produces The more you talk of it the less you understand.
By Richard Revelstoke3 years ago in Beat
Your Ultimate Anti Valentines Track list
Valentine’s Day is the Day for lovers. The odds are that if you made your way to this article, you yourself may indeed be single, while on a holiday meant for non-single folks. I’m here to tell you that being a single person on Valentine’s Day is not necessarily a bad thing. You may not get those sweet nothings on a seemingly otherwise unimportant day, but you for sure will not be burdened by the reasons your relationship came to an end! That is what you call freedom my dear. Nevertheless, we still tend to beat ourselves up about it any way. I’m guilty at times myself. So here is a specially curated track list designed to guide your emotions during this solidarity. Here’s to all the ups and downs, and to better days ahead.
By Beautiful Chaos3 years ago in Beat
Have Yourself a Pentatonix Christmas
Pentatonix (abbreviated PTX) is an American a cappella group which hails from from Arlington, Texas. The members of are vocalists Scott Hoying (baritone), Kristin Maldonado, (mezzo-soprano), Mitch Grassi (tenor), Matt Sallee(bass), and Kevin Olusola (vocal percussion). The group is characterized by their pop-style arrangements that include vocal harmonies, percussion, riffing, basslines, and beatboxing. That’s pretty impressive. Pentatonix was formed in 2011 and produces cover versions of modern pop music and also Christmas songs. They at times include medleys, along with the original material.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Beat