It seems each week you expose me to 5 new bands and artists! I consider myself voracious in my new music discovery, but clearly it's just the tip of a giant iceberg.
Like Mark, I liked tracks 2 and 4 best. Probably the retro, up-beat vibe connected most. I did play the Skinshape album, but none of the other tracks were at the same level as "The Longest Shadow." It was more reggae folk. I think you found the best song. Gotts Street Park also grabbed me, but again, playing the album, "Got To Be Good" stands out as the best song.
Five lovely selections here Stygi! I’ve been very much leaning into soft and soothing music this week as one of my close friends lost his battle with cancer and I’ve kind of dipped back into the depression I thought I’d managed to leave behind in 2023. But I know this too shall pass. And in the meantime I’m finding comfort in music. I voted for #2 but also really resonated with #4 and #5. I’ve added all three albums to my “Late 2023” playlist for further evaluation. Too late to be considered for my AOTY list this year but they may end up being “2023 Misses” by the time my 2024 AOTY list rolls around. Thanks for the great musical selections!
Hey Mark, thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts. It all must feel truly devastating. I'm very sorry for your loss, and sending you a virtual hug 🫂 Right, music heals by lifting the heart, and warming the soul. I keep my fingers crossed that this difficult time will pass at your pace, in harmony with what you need.
Yay, it feels great to read you liked these that much. Can't wait for your upcoming AOTYS - I really enjoyed all of them.
Thanks for your kind words Stygi, that means a lot. The depression does seem to be receding which is great as it makes everything else more manageable. And the first, probably deepest, wave of grief has come and gone. I’ve had enough experiences with grief over the last five years to know another wave will come. But it will also go. Thankfully today is a good day and I can be grateful for that.
It seems each week you expose me to 5 new bands and artists! I consider myself voracious in my new music discovery, but clearly it's just the tip of a giant iceberg.
Like Mark, I liked tracks 2 and 4 best. Probably the retro, up-beat vibe connected most. I did play the Skinshape album, but none of the other tracks were at the same level as "The Longest Shadow." It was more reggae folk. I think you found the best song. Gotts Street Park also grabbed me, but again, playing the album, "Got To Be Good" stands out as the best song.
Happy to serve 🫡 It's nice that we feel the same way, and I'm so glad you enjoyed these!
Five lovely selections here Stygi! I’ve been very much leaning into soft and soothing music this week as one of my close friends lost his battle with cancer and I’ve kind of dipped back into the depression I thought I’d managed to leave behind in 2023. But I know this too shall pass. And in the meantime I’m finding comfort in music. I voted for #2 but also really resonated with #4 and #5. I’ve added all three albums to my “Late 2023” playlist for further evaluation. Too late to be considered for my AOTY list this year but they may end up being “2023 Misses” by the time my 2024 AOTY list rolls around. Thanks for the great musical selections!
Hey Mark, thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts. It all must feel truly devastating. I'm very sorry for your loss, and sending you a virtual hug 🫂 Right, music heals by lifting the heart, and warming the soul. I keep my fingers crossed that this difficult time will pass at your pace, in harmony with what you need.
Yay, it feels great to read you liked these that much. Can't wait for your upcoming AOTYS - I really enjoyed all of them.
Thanks for your kind words Stygi, that means a lot. The depression does seem to be receding which is great as it makes everything else more manageable. And the first, probably deepest, wave of grief has come and gone. I’ve had enough experiences with grief over the last five years to know another wave will come. But it will also go. Thankfully today is a good day and I can be grateful for that.