Stompa…

I absolutely love this song.  Every time I hear it come on the radio I turn it up nice and loud and make sure to have the windows rolled down (well, at least when I am in my car – at the office when it comes on the excitement is a little more contained).  This pretty little lady is named Serena Ryder.  She is beautiful and all around amazing.  This song, Stompa, has an irresistible beat, boisterous emotions and bursts of scant singing – it is all around fabulous.  She is the winner of the Juno Best New Artist honors – and the more I listen to her, I totally understand why.  The gal has got a gift!

What music has you rolling down your windows and singing along at the top of your lungs?

Much love,

B

Nothing I Can Do…

This stunning duo is from down under.  I cannot get enough of Joseph & Maia.  They have such a great sound.  They currently have an EP out, but hopefully they will release more sound.  And I really hope they will fly to this side of the world so I can get the chance to see them live – because I think they would put on an amazing show!  Go check them out at their website or Facebook to hear more by them.  At least listen to Nothing I Can Do – you will not be disappointed.

Do you like their sound?  What else are you liking as of late?

Much love,

B

Simple Minds…

Well my fellow music lovers, today’s little look into what is currently being blasted from my stereo with windows rolled down is a classic instead of something new.  I am not sure why, but I have been on this crazy Breakfast Club kick the last few months, it may have something to do with my equal obsession with Pitch Perfect, but either way I love this song!  Simple Minds’ Don’t You Forget About Me – such a classic.  How can you not love it?!  So turn it up, sing along and let your body move – trust me, you’ll have fun and feel better afterwards.

What are some classics that you are still loving years later?  Please do share, maybe I can get a whole playlist going?!!

Much love,

B

Mexico…

The other night I was driving home at dusk with my windows rolled down enjoying the warmth that has finally graced this fabulous city known as Minneapolis, listening to The Current.  On comes the most beautiful song, Mexico.  As soon as I got home I looked out this band I had never heard of – The Staves.  They are amazing – just listen to this song, it is perfect for a summer night drive.  It floats perfectly and paints a romantic picture of a summer night.  They are currently touring over in the UK, but I have them on my watch list for when they tour the States because they are a must see in my book.

What do you listen to on a warm night drive?

Much love,

B

Keep Your Head Up…

I love a song that creates a warm feeling, like it should be listened to with sun shinning and windows rolled down.  The song Keep Your Head Up by Ben Howard does exactly that.  Plus, it is one of those songs that gives your soul a little boost – those are also some of my favorite songs as of late.  This English singer-songwriter has a gift – his voice has a way of drawing you in, can’t seem to get enough of it.

What songs are warming up your spirits for spring as of late?

Much love,

B

Wish I was There {Coachella}…

 

As a lover of music, especially live music, art and fashion, it is only natural to find myself daydreaming of being at Coachella, right?!!  I love the free spirit that this amazing festival seems to draw out of everyone.  The bohemian style that covers the grounds is beautiful.  Each person has his or her own look that comes together to create an amazing art piece at this one festival.  It is beautiful.  At least, from what the pictures can show.  I seriously need to start saving and planning so I can go next year.  I know whoever is playing I will enjoy, since the music that is also played at Coachella is totally my style.  I mean look at this year’s lineup – freaking amazing.  Now, join me in my daydream and look at some of these lovies…

 

 

 

 

 

 

Have you ever been to Coachella?  Or going for weekend two starting tomorrow?  Meet me there next year?

Much love,

B

The Great Divide…

Okay, you could say that I am somewhat of a music junkie.  You want to go see a show?  I am your go to girl so you are not alone.  Lucky for me, I live in a city that is full of all sorts of other music junkies and so there are always amazing shows happening here.  Last Saturday, I went to see Family of the Year and The Mowgli’s.  This was my second time getting to see Family of the Year, but my first time with The Mowgli’s.  I seriously fell in love during the show.  They were amazing performers, but more than that they were beautiful souls.  I could not get over their way of life – as it was so yogic.  It certainly was one of the best times I have ever had at a show and I got to share it with my bestie, so it couldn’t have been any better…oh, it could actually.  I also got to sing vocals on their song San Francisco, which totally caught me off guard, but I loved every moment of it (I totally wish I was a traveling musician getting to share beautiful music with other lovies).  Seriously, check this band out – and not just their music, but also their way of life.  Believe in love.  It is not dead.  So, go share it with others to help make this world a little bit better by one random act of kindness at a time.

What band or bands do you love and also love what they stand for?

Much love,

B

Hello My Old Heaert…

I have no idea why I have not heard of this fabulous sibling duo out of Texas until now since they did release an EP about a year and then some ago, and then a full length album this past October.  BUT the good news is I know about them now and now, so do you!  The Oh Hello’s are intentionally independent self-produced – I love that about them.  I also love that they are influenced by a wide array of artists, given them a dynamic sound.  They also put a lot of effort into the compilation of their album – the order is intentional and was made to listen to from beginning to end in one sitting.  Now, that is my kind of album.  So good.  This song I chose to share is actually off of the EP and it is called hello My Old Heart.  The lyrics are beautiful and caught my attention and had me lost in my mind of pensive thoughts…my favorite kind of songs.

Do lyrics ever have you doing deeper soul searching?  Do you like that or not so much??

Much love,

B

Pusher Love Girl…

 

Damn.  JT’s new album is so good and we cannot get enough of it at Whimsical Wentworth.  You can’t help but move.  The first track off the album is Pusher Love Girl and I was so inspired by it.  I mean what girl wouldn’t love to be adorned like this – okay it may not be the most romantic approach, but it is creative and the beat will have you moving those hips that you would feel honored to be someone’s pusher love.  The type of gal that would inspire this I picture as a free spirit who is content in where she is and who she is, but still on a journey growing…

 

 

And yes, why the last two free spirits are my bestie, Miss Molly and I.

What has you feeling alive and moving?  Have you heard the new JT album?  Thoughts?  

Much love,

B

Southwire…

Have I ever mentioned how much I love living in Minneapolis because of all of the great local music?!  Oh yes, of course I have.  Well, have I also mentioned how much I love living in this state because there is so much talent that the local music talent is spread all over the state, and it is blowing up as of late in Duluth.  My hometown – makes me proud. Recently I heard Southwire for the first time and I am loving them!  This is their current single, God.  I love their folk meets rap sound – perfect as the temps start to warm up.  This is my kind of spring and summer music.

Does your music preference change with the seasons?  What are you currently feeling?

Much love,

B