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Media 2023 Music Obsessions
- Thread starter Morkal
- Start date
Straight up Djent-y Post-Hardcore / Melodic Metalcore in Sonic; it pleases my emo heart so
The Sonic Frontiers soundtrack not getting at least a nomination at the Game Awards is ridiculous; it absolutely rules
Best game soundtrack I've heard in a LONG time, and one of my top favorite soundtracks ever
I've probably replayed Smoking on my ex pack the most out of that whole album. Idk like the vibe
In terms of music, I have found as I have gotten older, I am more drawn toward classical music and country music. I wanted to share a few songs that I enjoyed.
Some classical favorites
Gnossienne No. 1. I love the piano; it is good music if I want to work on something and do not want to get distracted.
Gustav Mahler: Symphony No. 6 in A minor. I was introduced to this symphony through Legend of the Galactic Heroes, and this is one of my favorite works by Mahler. The symphony conveys a sense of adventure and mystique. Honestly, Mahler was the composer who made me a fan of classical music.
Antonio Vivaldi's Four Seasons (Winter). The tension in this song is excellent, as if something ominous is about to happen.
Country
Maren Morris - I Could Use a Love Song
Miranda Lambert - Gerladine
For country, it's a genre I listen to sparingly, but I still like it. I can listen to it when I'm doing something that isn't interesting, such as driving.
Some classical favorites
Gnossienne No. 1. I love the piano; it is good music if I want to work on something and do not want to get distracted.
Gustav Mahler: Symphony No. 6 in A minor. I was introduced to this symphony through Legend of the Galactic Heroes, and this is one of my favorite works by Mahler. The symphony conveys a sense of adventure and mystique. Honestly, Mahler was the composer who made me a fan of classical music.
Antonio Vivaldi's Four Seasons (Winter). The tension in this song is excellent, as if something ominous is about to happen.
Country
Maren Morris - I Could Use a Love Song
Miranda Lambert - Gerladine
For country, it's a genre I listen to sparingly, but I still like it. I can listen to it when I'm doing something that isn't interesting, such as driving.
MASSIVE VOLUME WARNING
Welp, I've officially reached the point where I can listen to and love white noise. Unlike a lot of abrasive albums (see Death Grips and Midori), Gray Data isnt really trying to be super weird and experimental with the songwriting, it's really just a Machine Girl-esque breakbeat record turned up wayyyy past 11 with a super tight flow. Incredibly fun stuff
Anyways, have y'all heard the new Lil Yachty? Will probably make a post later since I've got a lot to say, but I've been really digging it, it's quite telling that it's still on my mind even almost 2 days later
Welp, I've officially reached the point where I can listen to and love white noise. Unlike a lot of abrasive albums (see Death Grips and Midori), Gray Data isnt really trying to be super weird and experimental with the songwriting, it's really just a Machine Girl-esque breakbeat record turned up wayyyy past 11 with a super tight flow. Incredibly fun stuff
Anyways, have y'all heard the new Lil Yachty? Will probably make a post later since I've got a lot to say, but I've been really digging it, it's quite telling that it's still on my mind even almost 2 days later
Not a big music guy, but here's a personal favorite
Been listening to a lot of Earth Wind & Fire recently. Specifically Love's Holiday - Probably because I have a nostalgic value for this song but it's just one of those songs I can easily come back to and listen to, and usually doesn't matter what kind of mood I'm in.
Oh boy, the UK has spat out another post-punk band that appeals exactly to my tastes?! Don't mind if I do!
For real though, I just stumbled upon Maruja and they seem to be phenomenal with only a few loose singles and 1 EP under their belt and more to come. From the live recordings I found on YouTube, I can tell that they're a gem. Do give them a listen!
Whole soundtrack whack, good to see more dreamville shit
favorite tracks this year thus far; youtube for accessibility purposes. a special shoutout to the abra song for being an incredible earworm. so smooth. might be her best.
ABRA — FKA MESS
JPEGMAFIA x Danny Brown — Steppa Pig
Kara Jackson — dickhead blues
Caroline Polachek ft. Grimes & Dido — Fly To You
Kelela ft. Rahrah Gabor — Closure
Yaeji — For Granted
Lana Del Rey ft. Father John Misty — Let The Light In
Jessie Ware — Begin Again
FLO ft. Missy Elliot — Fly Girl
Magdalena Bay — Top Dog
ABRA — FKA MESS
JPEGMAFIA x Danny Brown — Steppa Pig
Kara Jackson — dickhead blues
Caroline Polachek ft. Grimes & Dido — Fly To You
Kelela ft. Rahrah Gabor — Closure
Yaeji — For Granted
Lana Del Rey ft. Father John Misty — Let The Light In
Jessie Ware — Begin Again
FLO ft. Missy Elliot — Fly Girl
Magdalena Bay — Top Dog