Most of my most played music is pretty relaxed this week. The songs below feature Hozier, Keaton Henson, Ibeyi, Daughter, and Lotte Kestner.
1. Arsonist’s Lullaby by Hozier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnt2aHn0waA
I originally heard this song on Teen Wolf I then shortly became obsessed with it. Join me on my obsession.
2. Lying to You by Keaton Henson
I had to listen to this song a couple of times to really get the story it was telling. It was probably because I wasn’t listening in the first place because the message is pretty clear. Such a lovely song by a really talented musician. His whole album ‘Birthdays‘ is a gift.
3. River by Ibeyi
Side note: Naomi Diaz (left) has a really good set of lungs. I’m just amazed at how she was able to hold her breath for that long. I tried it and I failed. Kodoos to her.
I was actually just minding my own business one day and out of nowhere I find myself getting really into the beat of the song playing in the background.
I went out of my way to find who they were and I’m glad I did. Their style of music isn’t one I’m accustomed to but that doesn’t make it any less great. If you like this song you should also listen to every other song they’ve released.
4. Smother by Daughter
All of their songs are so laid back and full of heart. I found this band on one of my random YouTube music escapades and the first song I heard from this band was called Youth. It seems to be pretty popular now a days. If you haven’t heard it, check it out!
5. Halo by Lotte Kestner (COVER)
I found this gem on a playlist on Spotify dedicated to acoustic covers of popular songs. It was a flashback moment when I started hearing the Halo lyrics originally by Beyoncé . I really enjoy hearing this version of the song and find it really relaxing to listen to.