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Favorite Projects of 2019 ☆

I wanted to highlight some of my favorite projects from last year. There’s A LOTTTT here haha but I’ll list the top 15! Charli XCX – Charli FKA twigs – MAGDALENE Tinashe – Songs for You Caroline Polachek – Pang Carly Rae Jepsen – Dedicated Kim Petras – Clarity Tove Lo – Sunshine Kitty YeuleContinue reading “Favorite Projects of 2019 ☆”

Quarantine Playlist: Dreamy Edition ☆

Hello! To contrast my previous party playlist, I wanted to make something more on the chill, dreamy side. Enjoy! Palmistry – Sway TR/ST – Slightly Floating Charli XCX – What I Like Doon Kanda – Shed FKA twigs – I’m Your Doll Arca – Slit Thru Danny L Harle – Heavy Eyelids Kelela – JupiterContinue reading “Quarantine Playlist: Dreamy Edition ☆”

Rina Sawayama – SAWAYAMA ☆

The debut album by Rina Sawayama, SAWAYAMA, is triumphant covering topics about family and heritage. In the opening track “Dynasty,” she states “The pain my vein is hereditary.” She also criticizes and tackles capitalism in “XS”, a song sang in a sarcastic tone singing about wanting more and more. “STFU!” is a song about racismContinue reading “Rina Sawayama – SAWAYAMA ☆”

Carly Rae Jepsen – Dedicated ☆

I’m convinced Carly Rae Jepsen cannot make a bad song. Dedicated proves she is a pop force with catchy melodies, sweet vocals, fun production, and a sense of freedom and growth. My favorite tracks are “Happy Not Knowing,” “Want You in My Room,” and “No Drug Like Me.” ☆ Rating: 9.5/10 ☆

Lady Gaga – ARTPOP ☆

In anticipation for Lady Gag’s upcoming record, I will be writing about one of my favorite albums by her, ARTPOP. I still vividly remember the months leading up to its release and being completely captivated with the project once it was out. Released in 2013, this album blends EDM, classic art, the goddess of loveContinue reading “Lady Gaga – ARTPOP ☆”

Quarantine Playlist: Party Edition ☆

Music has always been a form of escapism for me. In times when no one can socialize, some may miss dancing with friends the most. Here I composed a little party-themed playlists. From trance classics by Alice Deejay and Cascada to newer cult classics by Azealia Banks and Charli XCX, I hope this playlist helpsContinue reading “Quarantine Playlist: Party Edition ☆”

Grimes – Miss Anthropocene ☆

In an era where climate change and the state of the world are terrifying and often talked about, humanity may seem hopeless. Miss Anthropocene was created with this looming idea in mind. In fact, each track symbolizes gods created by Grimes, with the titular god being the god of climate change and destruction. This albumContinue reading “Grimes – Miss Anthropocene ☆”

Ecco2k – E ☆

Ecco2k released his long-awaited debut late last year and it was very much worth the wait. E provides 12 lovely tracks that sound like fairies playing in the forest. His soft voice accompanied by sad lyrics and escapist production bring an emotional feeling throughout the record. Songs like “Peroxide” and “Blue Eyes” has Ecco2k openingContinue reading “Ecco2k – E ☆”

Doja Cat – Hot Pink ☆

Doja Cat has taken the world by storm. From viral meme-songs (Mooo!) to hit songs with social media dances (Say So), Doja proves she’s a force to be reckoned with. Her sophomore album, Hot Pink, is 40 minutes of pure fun. Each track contains genius and creative lines showing Doja’s talent with a pen. TheContinue reading “Doja Cat – Hot Pink ☆”

Albums of 2020 ☆

We are about to get halfway to what is one of the most upside-down years ever and while the country waits for when it’s safe to reopen everything and go back to normal, artists have provided music that can help some of us escape these tough times and lose ourselves in the music. Here areContinue reading “Albums of 2020 ☆”