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Jay’s Favorite Tracks of 2015

Jay — Wed, 16 Dec 2015 14:41:20 +0000

2015 was quite a year. For me it was a year of unparalleled personal and professional growth. In fact — and in full disclosure — this was also the year I hit 30. Maybe it’s reaching a new decade or maybe it was just the tone of music in 2015 or maybe I’m just projecting, but I noticed my favorite tracks being much more lyrically driven than in previous years. There’s certainly no doubting this notion with selections like Tame Impala’s “Let It Happen,” Grimes’ “REALiTi (Demo),” Courtney Barnett’s “Depreston,” and Kurt Vile’s “Pretty Pimpin.” Now, I understand this isn’t quite a resounding plug for an uplifting listen. However, there is a realness, intensity, and immediacy in these songs that I haven’t noticed or felt in my prior year-end lists. Also unlike years past, I made the decision to keep my playlist to my absolute top 10 songs — no more, no less. So, to stay with the theme of conciseness, here are the 10 songs that made my 2015. I hope you find as much enjoyment out of them as I have over the course of the year.

Chromatics – In Films

Jay — Sun, 12 Apr 2015 18:16:39 +0000

Chromatics will be releasing new album, Dear Tommy, seemingly any day now. There hasn’t been an official release date set, but third song “In Films” was made public last week. “In Films” follows the typical atmospheric, synth and electronic sound Chromatics are known for, but, it is probably their most upbeat and poppy song to date. No surprise, I’m a big fan of Chromatics and have had “In Films” on heavy rotation since it came out — especially given its uplifting tone that is fitting with the optimism that abounds in the warming days of spring.

Chromatics – Ceremony (New Order Cover)

Tim — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 16:14:50 +0000

So it seems to me that covers and remixes are having a moment right now. Case in point: the seductively amazing Chromatics cover of New Order’s Ceremony. It’s just amazing. Such a perfect track to start your day. If you start your day at 11AM. No judgement either way, bro.