MIXTAPE MONDAY: 80's ladies (and dudes)

80's ladies (and dudes)

the best of the 1980's

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i wanna dance with somebody by whitney houston // come on eileen by dexy's midnight runners // don't you (forget about me) by simple minds // girls just want to have fun by cyndi lauper // heaven is a place on earth by belinda carlisle // africa by toto // 9 to 5 by dolly parton //  like a prayer by madonna // physical by olivia newton john // walk like an egyptian by the bangles //  don't you want me by the human league 

xx. Sheridan

We Moved Like The Ocean

May 5, 2015 // A&R Music Bar in Columbus, Ohio

In the cramped pit of the LC Pavilion in the heart of the Arena District as I anxiously awaited The 1975 was the first time I experienced Bad Suns. And to be completely honest, I was underwhelmed. Their set was subpar compared to the first opener and they seemed rushed and showy. Later that summer, the band released their debut album Language & Perspective (Vagrant Records) which impressed far beyond my initial impressions. Exactly one year later, the Southern California quartet returned to the Arch City to headline their own show and I'm honored to say they killed it.

The night began with local group Indigo Wild, who charmed the crowd with their indie rock sound and meaningful lyrics that made me feel nostalgic about things I have never experienced. The real gem of their set was the power anthem "Rowboats" which highlights this group's strengths, their dynamic harmonies, smooth rhythm, and strong percussion. Indigo Wild is genuine through and through with songs that are full of spirit and unique to the core. Their energy was infectious and a solid way to begin the evening.

Second to perform were Californian alternative rockers Kiev. Gracing the stage with a set from their latest Falling Bough Wisdom Teeth, their music was hypnotizing and intricate with an obvious attention to detail. Kiev also performed their song "Be Gone Dull Cage", written for the fifth season premiere of The Walking Dead, a song of grit and nostalgia. This five piece, led by singer and guitarist Robert Brinkerhoff, organically combines psychedelic funk, indie, and jazz styles with effortless ease.

As the main attraction, Bad Suns, finally rolled out to the stage, the crowd was ready for them. These Los Angles indie rockers took the stage with power, eager to perform. Lead singer Christo Bowman, along with bandmates Miles Morris on drums, Ray Libby on lead guitar, and Gavin Bennet on bass, took the audience on a whirlwind trip through their debut album. Language & Perspective is the epitome of an indie rock love child, with clear inspiration from the hits of the 80's and the early 00's alternative scene, a hint of dance-punk, and hits it's highs in it's catchy lyrics and funky smooth melodies. 

Opening with the ever angsty and upbeat "Transpose", Bad Suns transitioned swiftly through their set to the rhythmic and "Dancing on Quicksand" and the anthemic and groovy "Pretend". Bad Suns are performers at heart and truly know how to entertain. Bowman, an alternative age heartthrob, indulging the crowd with enviable falsettos and roaring guitar solos. 

This show's high points were in their last three songs, their first single "Cardiac Arrest", "We Move Like The Ocean", and "Salt". With their set drawing to a close, Bad Suns let out all of the stops. Bad Sun's fanbase is small but mighty, their voices near drowning out the sounds of Bowman and his crew. In those last few songs, those in the crowd truly did move like the ocean, jumping and swaying to the sounds of the Los Angeles natives. Their west coast roots ran deep from beginning to end, the guys exuding that endless summer vibe all night long. With such a 360 improvement from our last encounter, I expect nothing but great things in Bad Suns' future. 

xx. Sheridan

MIXTAPE MONDAY: On My Way

on my way
because i only have a few days left of  freshman year and these songs will always remind me of it //

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brother by gerard way // girl almighty by one direction // hurricane by misterwives // if you ever want to be in love by james bay // wildest dreams by taylor swift // run-around by blues traveler // africa by toto // tear in my heart by twenty one pilots // galapagos by the smashing pumpkins // what's up by 4 non blondes // another night on mars by the maine

//Angelia//

MIXTAPE MONDAY: fernweh

fernweh

songs about places I've never seen

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budapest by george ezra // beverly hills by weezer // aberdeen by cage the elephant // i will follow you into the dark by death cab for cutie // perth by bon iver // cologne by clean bandit feat. nikki cislyn & javeon // feather on the clyde by passenger // hello, i'm in deleware by city & colour // holland, 1945 by neutral milk hotel // the city by ed sheeran // harlem by new politics // amsterdam by imagine dragons // take me home, country roads by john denver

xx. Sheridan

MIXTAPE MONDAY: Old Man, Look at My Life

old man, look at my life

some of the songs my father gave to me//

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sympathy for the devil by the rolling stones // the unknown soldier by the doors // a day in the life by the beatles // don't let the sun go down on me by elton john // old man by neil young // california dreamin' by the mamas & the papas // ohio by crosby, stills, nash & young // killer queen by queen // comfortably numb by pink floyd // silver, blue, and gold by bad company // won't get fooled again by the who 

//Angelia//

MIXTAPE MONDAY: indie pop princesses

indie pop princesses

an appreciation mix of these ladies and their killer sweet vocals

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this song's not about you by chlöe howl // hands by alpine // white teeth teens by lorde // you're in love by betty who // best i can do by misterwives // everything is embarrassing by sky ferreira // elastic heart by sia // the mother we share by CHVRCHES // this love (will be your downfall) by ellie goulding // wings by haerts // grandma's hands by mag mac // paper heart by chlöe howl // if i could change your mind by haim // kiss with a fist by florence and the machine // no need for dreaming by misterwives

xx. Sheridan

MIXTAPE MONDAY: Better Than the Original?

better than the original?
my personal favorite covers //

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ain't it fun by tyler carter ft. luke holland // fourfiveseconds by james bay // iris by sleeping with sirens // are you strong enough to be my man? by haim & lorde // can't help falling in love by twenty one pilots // me and bobby mcgee by janis joplin // ain't no sunshine by coeur de pirate // jolene by miley cyrus // hallelujah by jeff buckley // song 2 by my chemical romance // good morning little school girl by jonny lang // don't fear the reaper by pierce the veil // the house of the rising sun by the animals // wicked game by phillip phillips // god only knows by jamie cullum 

//Angelia//