Tag: indie
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Song 93: Let me be your dog/let me be adored
“Let Me Be Yer Dog” by bunny Elaina: I just discovered this band recently and have been trying to catch a show ever since. Their sound reminds me of a cross between Cherry Glazzer and Mitski without so much rocking. They play often at the Hideout, which is an old bar that feels kind of… Read more
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Song: 68: Alone in a crowd of fans
[The xx photo provided by contributor] “Islands” by The xx When I listen to this song, I get lost in the music and don’t really think about the words. I can only remember a few phrases. I’m afraid to say I’m not sure what it’s about. It just feels deep and soothing. My mind sort… Read more
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Song 66: Breakup song
[The Naked and Famous photo provided by contributor] “Girls Like You” by The Naked and Famous Lawrence: This is a great breakup song from one of my favorite bands. It’s not your typical depressing, wallowing in misery breakup song, but rather empowering and defiant. It makes me think about the girlfriends that did me wrong.… Read more
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Song 54: Los Angeles, CA, 2007-Present
“Can’t Go Back Now” by The Weepies Written by Teresa I think I discovered The Weepies from a radio show called eTown that I would listen to while copy-cataloging new books at my job (a super tedious task). Once I heard Deb Talan’s voice I couldn’t get enough of it – I still can’t, just… Read more
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Song 38: A band that is so good at covers already
Photo credit: http://3amrevelations.blogspot.com/2014/10/the-new-pornographers-commodore-100414.html “Your Love” – The Outfield 5songpjct: Who should cover your pick by the Outfield? Mickey: I would love to hear this performed by New Pornographers, ideally with Neko Case on lead vocals. The multi-singer interplay on the end of “Testament to Youth In Verse” is one of my favorite moments in their… Read more
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Song 34: Couples who dance on stage together stay together
Names: Mickey + Keely Relationship: Married Song: “Ice of Boston” If there is any band that Keely and I share deeply, it is our love for the Dismemberment Plan. Our first date was at a Dismemberment Plan show and I think we have seen them about six times so far. They have figured prominently on… Read more
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Song 33: When it is hard to find a band that you like that the other person hates
Names: Elaina and Celia Status: Long-term relationship Together: 3 years this month (congrats!) Song: “Interlude (That’s Love)” by Chance the Rapper E+C: We have gone to a lot of shows together, more so when we were first together. 5songpjct: Do you have the same taste in music? E+C: I would say 60% the same and… Read more
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Song 27: Possessive love
“You’re Mine” by Phantogram Nicole: I LOVE Phantogram. I was super excited when this album came out. I listened to it in its entirety many times through. This song was one that stuck in my head and then went on repeat. It’s just a strong sound and kind of different for them lyrically. Sarah Barthel… Read more
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Song 26: Love is sometimes magic
“Cosmic Love” by Florence + the Machine 5songpjct: You have a pretty huge imagination. I remember a lot of world-building when we grew up together, a lot of stories and little performances. It is fun to see these same traits in your daughter. What do you see when you hear “Cosmic Love?” Nicole: Florence Welch… Read more