July 2014 Playlist

     Hello Lovelies!
     Summer is a time to bask in the sun, spend time with friends, and drive miles upon miles with the windows rolled down. What accompanies such activities better than great music? We can't think of anything. Can you? 
     Golden Adolescence has just created a SoundCloud account to act as the supplier of great music for lovely summer days. Below is a compilation of 10 songs that exude happiness and good vibes. Expect a playlist to come out at least once a month as we keep discovering great music. So follow our Instagram account or our SoundCloud account to get updates. 
     Hope you enjoy!
     Stay Gold, 
     Morgan, Hailey, and Kayla

https://soundcloud.com/goldenadolescence/sets/july-2014

 

Sam Smith: In the Lonely Hour

     Hello Lovelies!
     I first discovered Sam Smith while randomly browsing on YouTube and stumbled across one of his first singles, Money On My Mind. After the first chorus dropped I was in love. Next I heard Stay With Me. And oh my goodness, guys. The feels. I was hooked. I knew when Smith's full album came out I would forever be a dedicated fan of this amazing artist. I just listened to the full deluxe album and I simply couldn't wait to tell you guys about it! In all seriousness, this album is absolutely brilliant!
     In today's music industry we hear the same songs over and over again and the charts are full of crazy party music that has practically no substance. The iTunes Top Singles right now include Problem (feat. Iggy Azalea) by Ariana Grande, Fancy (feat. Charlie XCX) by Iggy Azalea, Wiggle (feat. Snoop Dogg) by Jason Derulo, and Kiss Me Kiss Me by 5 Seconds of Summer at number one. It makes me question the taste of today's consumers and really makes me wonder where the true art of music has gone. 
     But In the Lonely Hour is a true breath of fresh air. Smith's album has restored my hope in the industry today. The combination of Smith's angelic voice, the soothing yet powerful music, and the touching lyrics create a truly beautiful album. This album holds top prize for diversity. One song is a deep ballad, the next a throwback, and the next with a gospel feel The whole time I was listening to the album I couldn't help but be moved by the music. My foot was tapping, and my body was covered with chills.
     Sam Smith has a talent that has yet to be matched in today's music industry. I have a feeling there is more greatness to come. I encourage you listen to In the Lonely Hour and appreciate the art of music that has been restored within it's tracks. Let me know what you think of Smith and his new album in the comments below. 
     Stay Gold,
     Kayla

To The Beach! A Seasonal Playlist

Hello, Lovelies!
I can't believe it's already June! Since summer is starting it's time for another seasonal Playlist! These are some of my favorite songs for summer. Some of them are old and some are new, I like a good mix. Hope you enjoy!

West Coast - Lana Del Rey

Melody Calling - The Vaccines

Jenny Was A Friend Of Mine - The Killers

Shiver Shiver - Walk The Moon

Pumpin Blood - NONONO

I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor - Arctic Monkeys

Home - Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros

Miss Atomic Bomb - The Killers

Summertime Sadness - Lana Del Rey (Cedric Gervais Remix)

Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High? - Arctic Monkeys

All my love,

Hailey

(Photo from Pinterest)

Spring Has Sprung: A Seasonal Playlist

Hello, Lovelies!
At last the snow has melted, the flowers are blooming, and the sun is finally shining. I can't tell you how much I've missed this nice weather we've been having and to celebrate I thought I'd share with you some happy little songs to accompany our lovely weather. I threw in a couple new songs along with a few favorite oldies. :) Enjoy!

Coming of Age - Foster the People

A Dustland Fairytale - The Killers

Team - Lorde

Hey Brother - Avicii

Do I Wanna Know? - Arctic Monkeys

Ya Hey - Vampire Weekend

There She Goes - The La's

Anna Sun - Walk the Moon

Cruel - St. Vincent

Shot At The Night - The Killers

Quesadilla - Walk the Moon

All my love,

Hailey

Vampire Weekend

     Hello Lovelies!
     It's been a while. How've you been? Are you enjoying the spring weather? I know I am. 
We have some exciting news! As you know, all three of us absolutely love going to concerts. And guess where we're going in June? A concert! We are going to see Vampire Weekend! Yay! We are so excited, and I've been listening to them nonstop. (I have to make sure I've memorized all the words, right?) 
     So in honor of this occasion, I thought I would share some of my favorite Vampire Weekend songs.     
     I hope you like them too! 
     Stay Gold,
     Kayla

Unbelievers

Hannah Hunt

Diane Young

Ya Hey

So now it's on the radio?

     Hello Lovelies!
     One thing I hate is when I find a really good song that I love that no one has heard of. And then, a couple months later it's, on the radio and everyone else loves it. Here are a few songs that I discovered before they were popular.

1. Counting Stars - OneRepublic

2. Love Me Again - John Newman

3. Pompeii - Bastille

4. Same Love - Macklemore and Ryan Lewis ft. Mary Lambert

5. Do I Wanna Know - Arctic Monkeys

      Let me know in the comments below if this has ever happened to you along with the name of the song.

     

     Affectionately,

     Morgan