The Jadelist: MAR 16

Hello lovely people!

Jade is almost a free elf!

That's right, one more week left of deadlines and then I'm officially free from uni. Error 404, existential crisis impending due to real world life about to kick in. 

So, now that my biggest deadlines are out of the way, I finally have a chance to do a bit more blogging, so naturally, I thought I'd finally catch up with Jadelist.

What's worse is that I actually make Jadelist throughout the month, so I've just had a few playlists silently judging me each time I go on Spotify.

Nevertheless, here's ten songs that I loved in the month of March. Enjoy!

1.

Barely Breathing by Duncan Sheik 

How did they know that cheesy songs you would hear in a 90's movie are my weakness?!

Seriously, pretty embarrassed that I like this song, but I'm such a sucker for that late 90's to early 00's style of music.

Also, am I the only one getting Scrubs theme song vibes from this?!

Don't worry, I did a quick search and it's not the same artist, but it has that chilled punk vibe that was around then.

Petition for more music from this genre these days? Just me? Okay....

2.

All The Pretty Girls by Kaleo

How can such a sad song sound so pretty?

The guitar riff at the beginning just sounds so sweet and I may have fallen in love with it.

Then the vocals start to kick in and it's not really what you expect, but never mind that, it still sounds beautiful.

Not to mention that later is the song, it starts to pick up a folk-style rhythm, so naturally, I'm beyond obsessed.

I mean, this song is just some giant contradiction, sounding so beautiful with deeper words.

But what's annoying me the most about this song? Kaleo sounds incredibly similar to another artist, and it's on the tip of my tongue, but I can't think of who for the life of me!

3.

Beach Baby by Bon Iver

Kaleo AND Bon Iver?! Looks like March was a time of sad music for me!

Admittedly, this Bon Iver isn't all that sad sounding.

But what attracted me to listen to this song? The title.

That's right, I see the word beach and it's an instant pull factor. I am that shameless. (N.B., still haven't gone to the beach in 2016 yet...)

But back to the music itself. It has that relaxed acoustic vibe, like something you'd listen to in bed on a lazy, rainy morning.

But then, later in the song, this lead kicks in that gives it almost a vintage beachy vibe, if it even can be described.

All I can say is that it makes you feel content.

4.

J'ai Cherché by Amir

Ahh, the first Eurovision song of 2016 that I heard.

Plus, what are the odds that it was from France?! Francophile Jade strikes again!

Now, I don't wanna brag or anything, especially because I haven't heard all the other songs yet, but I typically have an eye for picking the Eurovision winning song each year (with the exception of 2011, let's just forget 2011...)

Well, I think this has a very high chance of winning. It just has that typical winner vibe to the song: epic, upbeat, powerful, great vocals, I mean, can I praise this song enough?!

Mark my words, I will definitely be buying Eurovision tickets if Paris host in 2017. 

5.

V. 3005 by Childish Gambino

Okay, confession time.

A lot of the songs from this months Jadelist were discovered from Vine.

I can already feel your collective judgement. My bad...

Well, this song is definitely no exception. What's more worrying is it's not like this is a new song or some kind of unknown musical gem, hidden in the depths of the internet.

Nope, not only is this by well known rapper Childish Gambino, but it was also released in 2013. Always first on the trends, clearly...

This song has conflicting parts throughout, with relatively chilled versus and then a high impacting chorus.

Plus, I may be addicted to the music video. That ferris wheel though!

6.

Paper Habits by Jet Life, Young Roddy, Trademark Da Skydiver

How pretty does the beginning of this song sound?

Getting major Animal crossing vibes from the beginning rhythm.

Now, this is by no means a rant or insult at the song, after all, it's in Jadelist, of course I like it, but how many rap songs do I only like for a great instrumental?!

Not sure whether to be happy that there's a nice sounding song, or disappointed that it's overshadowed by the rap.

Nevertheless, I'm getting some lazy summer vibes from this, and I'm not mad.

7.

Say You Do by Sigala, Imani, DJ Fresh

Whoah! A mainstream song in Jadelist! YAAAASSSSSSSS!!

But this song totally deserves it! Nice to hear vocals that could totally support themselves without great backing music.

That's not even a dig at the music, because it's so infectious! I may or may not be sat here tapping my foot while writing this.

It's weird, because it has a modern summer vibe, especially with the drum beat, but the vocals and the chorus give me an early 00's girl band vibe. Yeah, that's probably why I love it so much!

It's no surprise that this song has turned out great - DJ Fresh was involved, and nobody can forget the hit that was Hot Right Now, that may still be on my gym playlist...

8.

Stay by Kygo, Maty Noyes

Okay, let's make it official right here, right now: Kygo will forever be my favourite DJ.

He has a sound that is instantly recognisable that is dissimilar to other DJ's. I think it's the techno drum beat that sounds like an edited steel drum.

Either way, his edits always sound much more upbeat, summery and party like. Maybe it's just me being Eurotrash, but I just really like the sound he produces.

But seriously, this does have a very Euro-vibe to it. I mean, props to Scandinavia right now for all the great DJ's coming out of their in the past few years.

You've taken a girl who typically hates house music and made her fall in love with it. I take my metaphorical hat off to you!

9.

Last Days Of Dancing by Maja Francis

Props to Jack for introducing me to this song, and good luck to all the future projects relating to this song.

Now, I thought that this was some unknown song in the world of music, but to my surprise, it's doing rather well, with over 1 million Spotify plays to its name! Nice one Maja!

I get Robyn vibes from Maja. Maybe its the voice or similar music styles, but I'm definitely hooked.

Lets not even mention the last 30 seconds or so when an extra beat kicks in. Pure magic.

It just sounds like one of those reunion songs that you'd hear at the end of a movie.

To me, this is an anthem of togetherness.

10.

Boys That Sing by Viola Beach

Someone hold me.

Honestly, it's really upsetting that this band will never live to see their success.

Now, for someone like me to find a band that I am fully 100% interested in all they music is a rare thing, so hearing their sound and falling in love with it after their passing was bittersweet to say the least.

So naturally, after becoming hooked on Swings and Waterslides, I just had to go out and see if there was any more of their music around, and I was presented with this beauty.

It has that upbeat indie-pop vibe that I just adore.

I just hope that Viola Beach still gain some notoriety for years to come, despite their tragic ending.

*Cheeky Bonus Song*

Like A Fool by Viola Beach

 

Okay, don't hate me but I couldn't shorten it to 10, and c'mon, two songs from the same artist and EP is totally allowed, right?

Now, this still has a loveable vibe like Boys Who Sing, but this has much more of a summery vibe to it, like spending the day at the beach.

Seriously, this band to me are the epitome of British summer as a young person and I'm head over heels in love with their sound.

Prayer circle that more of their music gets released over the coming weeks.




N.B - Hey everyone! This is present day Jade! Past Jade is an idiot who left this post in a tab for months without publishing. Don't be like past Jade!


So, that's it for this months Jadelist! How did you feel about the songs in this post? Let me know in the comments below.

So, question time! What song have you been loving this month? Let me know in the comments below!



As always, thank you so much for reading & I hope you have a lovely day

Lots of Love

The Jadelist: FEB 16

Hey Hey lovely people

So, I'm finally catching up with the past few months of Jadelist!

Unfortunately, my life right now is split between my last ever uni deadlines and freaking out about post-uni life, so no pressure or anything...

Nevertheless, from what I can remember, February was a pretty chill month for me. Y'know, when you're just like 'Oh, my deadlines are soooo far away, I can spend time all calm, cool and collected, listening to cute acoustic songs in bed"

Yeah, past Jade, I hate you for that.

Though, shout out to you, Jade from the past, for getting some lovely music in Feb's playlist. Top gal!

So, without further ado, here's the soundtrack to February 2016 for me!

1.

Ain't Too Cool by Lunchmoney Lewis

This song is sass

Just pure sass

I remember I first heard this song when I was driving home with Bec, listening to the radio, when this suddenly came on

Ooh, a fresh new track with a jazzy pop beat. Officially #hooked

Now, I don't think I'm the only person that thought this, but seriously, Lunchmoney Lewis' voice just reminds me so much of Cee-Lo Green so much. I think it has to do with the general music style too.

Either way, looking back, I'm so mad that this hasn't become a big hit in the UK charts because it's so catchy. I really think it'd perform well, like along the lines of Uptown Funk

But hey, at least it didn't get overplayed and annoying. Silver liniiiiiiiiiiiing

2.

Hymn For The Weekend by Coldplay

Okay, so I came across this track a few days before the Super Bowl and was obsessed

Now, I knew Coldplay were playing at the halftime show, and then I found out Beyoncé would be supporting them there too (which was unnecessary, let's be honest, but whatever).

So, naturally, when you've just released a song with someone who will be supporting you at the halftime show, in which you will be singing a fair few songs, you'd expect them to sing their duet together.

I mean, what are the odds they would both be able to perform live together at somewhere, right when their song would need a bit of exposure

But noooooo, let's not sing it at the halftime show. Why would we need that?!

Seriously, I still cannot understand that decision! I was ready and waiting to jam out to my new favourite track, but was left in suspense

But hey, at least I got to feel all kinds of emotions from Yellow

3. 

World Without You by Hudson Taylor

Now it's time to feel all cutesy and what not

Seriously, this song is basically just like 'You are a fab human being, I wish you could see that'

Honestly, if any of you are having a bad day, give this song a listen

If you're not having a bad day, but appreciate a good acoustic song, give this song a listen

If you're reading this, give this song a listen.

4.

Amsterdam by Gregory Alan Isakov

I am so ridiculously happy that I found this song, because it's now in my favourite songs of all time.

This is the ultimate city stroll in average weather song, or a sitting inside on a rainy day, gazing out of a window song.

In case you can't tell by now, I kinda went overboard with Mostly Strings this month.

Each time the piano plays in the chorus, I get shivers because it really is that beautiful.

This song is just lazily beautiful, very calming, and just really puts you in one of those observant moods, where you kinda just gaze out of a window.

Okay, soppy me is checking out of the building...

5.

California Dreaming by Freischwimmer 

From Spring acoustics to summer jams, California Dreamin' is definitely a sunny, oasis type song

By oasis type, I don't mean Oasis like the Wonderwall band.

No, I mean the type of song you'd imagine playing in a pool resort in the middle of a desert.

Too literal? My bad

Prayer circle I pass my driving test before the summer starts, so I can drive around on a sunny day with this playing #SummerGoals

6. 

Swings & Waterslides by Viola Beach

So lets start this by saying how unfortunate it is to have found this incredible band in the way I did.

You've probably heard of Viola Beach by now, because they were the band that were unfortunately killed, along with their manager, after their car drove off a bridge in Sweden.

The band were starting to becoming really big and were scheduled to perform at major events this year, including SXSW.

Honestly, I'm so musically upset by this, because they were my perfect genre. That kind of happy indie style that you don't get to hear too often on the radio.

When I heard the news, I thought I'd give them a listen, and was instantly hooked, with a bit of melancholy on the side.

This song has definitely made it into my favourite songs of all time and it really is a shame that we will never get any more music from this incredible band. 

7.

Boardwalks by Little May

Whoah, Jade! Another acoustic song?!

Wasn't expecting that at all. Nope. No way. 10/10 surprised....

Again, I spent way too much time listening to Mostly Strings this month, feeling all cutesy with my fairy lights on, living that Tumblr life.

Secretly, I think I'm just obsessed with acoustic songs because of my struggle to actually play guitar decently!

Now, I think some of you may brush this song off initially, but trust me, stick around for 2.21, when the beat really starts to kick in.

It gets very folksy and fast, like you can imagine being adventurous to this beat in a summer sunset.

8.

1901 by Phoenix

I'd be surprised if any of you haven't heard this song!

It's been around for a while now! I think the first time I heard it was during Skins way back when.

I stumbled across this again one day when I was looking through Spotify and fell in love with it all over again.

It really captures that indie-electro-pop vibe that was all around in 2009 *Flashbacks to coloured Primark Raybans and high exposure Bebo pictures*

Nostalgia fest in a song. You're welcome. 

9.

Make Me Like You by Gwen Stefani

Gwenny, my dear! You're back!!

Gwen was such a big part of the late 90's and early 00's music scene, so it's so great to see her back.

sidenote: What You Waiting For was MY JAM

Make Me Like You has such a funky beat to it and I may or may not be tapping my foot to this as I'm writing.

I'm so mad that this didn't do better

WHERE'S ALL MY 00'S STYLE MUSIC?! WHY ISN'T IT CHARTING HIGH?! MY POOR 00'S HEART!

10.

Atlantis by Seafret

And now to end on yet another acoustic song.

Seriously, this song seems really out of place with the rest of this playlist.

Now, I'm not saying it's depressive, but it's definitely a lot different to the rest of the songs featured in this post.

It's a rainy day song to listen to near some water.

Again, apologies for being waaaay to visual with my music choices, but literally, I picture a rainy day, looking out at the harbour in Falmouth while listening to this.

I am one sappy gal.




And that's it for this months Jadelist

What song were you feelin' from this post? Let me know in the comments below

Also, what was your favourite song from the month of February?!



As always, thank you so much for reading & I hope you have a lovely day

Lots of Love