10 Songs to Listen to When You’re Feeling the Monday Blues
Do you have the Monday blues and finding it too hard to function today? Then I guess you’re not alone. When Mondays catch up and you need a pick-me-up, all you need is a playlist with the right songs!
That’s why we’ve put together perfect songs to listen to this Monday when things aren’t particularly looking up.
1. Daredevil Pilots: Sword & Sheath
With the release of their brand-new album “Failure is an Animal” across all major digital platforms, Daredevil Pilots, a six-piece band from New Jersey, are vying for attention in the alt-rock music scene. These 7 songs are well-crafted pieces that range from well-known classic rock sounds to emo with a classy post-rock conclusion. Beyond just a catchy name, “Daredevil Pilots” seems to be a mantra. There is something for almost every rock music fan to enjoy, with influences ranging from Black Sabbath to Gin Blossoms, Nirvana, The Strokes, Anberlin, Chevelle & Emery. DDP decided to have their music recorded, produced, mixed, and mastered at the renowned Gradwell House studio after writing their entirely original set. Here, there are a lot of high standards to meet. Do they merit publicity? Take heed, yourself!
2. Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends: Cry of the Wild Goose (Cover Single)
CRY OF THE WILD GOOSE, which Terry Gilkyson first wrote and recorded in 1950, is fundamentally a tale about longing for and fantasizing about freedom. To avoid taking a too tidy or cautious approach, I added a dash of punky rock to the earlier versions of the song’s combination of eerie melodrama and country. Peter Rousu plays the bouncy bass, and Daniel Lagerlöf of Redmoon plays the psychedelic solo on the guitar.
3. doc støney: The Vortex
My name is doc støney and I am trying to bring a new perspective to the lofi music community. I focus specifically on making “space-traveler” music, for when one travels the galaxy on adventures/exploration. I try to keep to my unique style when it comes to lofi, but I have taken inspiration from some of my favorites. My lofi music can be put into the genres of electronic house/hip-hop/dance/vaporwave.
As you can tell by now, I’m a listener of varying genres. So, you can definitely expect some rare gems to come throughout the rest of this list.
4. ALLAN CORBY: RAZZLE DAZZLE
At the age of 13, Allan picked up the guitar, and in the early 1970s, he hosted two free-form morning radio shows on WBAI-FM. In a special segment known as “Mr. Guitarman,” Allan demonstrated guitar chords to well-known songs live on air. He may have been the first or only person to ever teach guitar over the radio, according to research. attracted young Bela Fleck’s attention, taught him fingerpicking, and connected him with his first banjo teacher.
He signed a record and publishing deal in 1972, after starting to write and perform his own songs, and released original pop/disco tracks for Polygram/Mercury in Europe and DiscoNet in the US.
His talent allowed him to perform in numerous NYC clubs, including The Bitter End, The Bottom Line, and others, and gave him the chance to open for acts like The Doobie Brothers, ZZ Top, Rare Earth, Deep Purple, Buddy Miles, and others. Additionally, he performed at The Town Hall in NYC alongside Weather Report and Yoko Ono.
Allan took a 40-year break from the music business to become a Certified Financial Planner® after getting married and starting a family. Allan, who is now in his early 70s, is writing with fervor and passion. Lance Allen, a master of the fingerstyle guitar, produced “Love Is a Merry-Go-Round,” his debut CD, which will be released in 2021.
5. Ella Clayton: Murmurations
Ella returned to her hometown of London to record her debut album with producer Lester Duval after living in Brighton and Berlin for a while and making a living as a street musician (The Odd 910, Pip Millet, 2nd Exit). In the summer of 2020, they held recording sessions with their talented friends and musicians Fabio Del Oliviera and Alex Crawford because they value unprocessed, natural sounds. These songs give the listener the impression that they are in the room due to the musicians’ chemistry and shared creative vision.
The album’s lead single, “Murmurations,” was highlighted in Best in New Music, JoyZine, God Is In The TV, and The Rodeo. The first chapter of her three-part album, “Murmurations-I,” includes the unreleased songs “Mesmerist” and “He Moves Me.”
“This song was inspired by a mesmeric woman I had the brief pleasure of dancing with at May Day in Berlin,” Ella says of Mesmerist. Before I had a chance to earn my keep, my boyfriend at the time dragged us home. I had to write this song because she had been on my mind so much.
Along with the record, Ella recorded a live performance of “Mesmerist” with cellist G-lo on a Holloway rooftop.
Sensual, sexy, and relatable, “He Moves Me” (are you familiar with the term “f**k boy”?) The song’s refrain, “don’t get me wrong, he moves me more than I like to tell,” captures the conflict between knowing a romance is wrong and going through with it anyway. Sonically, the instrumentation has a strong Latin influence. Here, Ella tells a beautiful story in a poetic manner. Additionally, this song is danceable.
Ella’s playing exudes intimacy during her live performances. Her songs move you from euphoric intoxication to shivering outside alone and back again because they are authentic portrayals of love and loss. Ella’s sound is distinctive because of this lyrical vulnerability, which is reflected in the raw melodic edge of her vocals and mesmerizing acoustic refrains. At the Union Chapel, Servant Jazz Quarters, and Dublin Castle, Ella has served as a supporting act for various musicians. She has also headlined Hackney Folklore, Old Queens Head, and made her festival debut at Meadows in the Mountains Festival in Bulgaria.
6. Irshi: Dark Saviors
Ege Orhan founded the Raw Post/Atmospheric Black Metal project Irshi in 2021.
At first, the band’s main goal was to draw attention to either pointless subjects that are still fairly popular in some countries or issues with serious implications that the government is ignoring.
Just to illustrate how time is wasted on pointless activities and how appearances can be deceptive.
There is also a strong rebellion against some countries’ mentalities in the album “Anosognosia.”
7. Malxolm Brixkhouse: Paint It Over
Paint It Over. A new single by Malxolm Brixkhouse. Yo! This Ain’t Unlocking The Truth!
If these haven’t filled up your appetite, wait until you hear these last three. If you want to submerge yourself in music that speaks to your heart, these will put you in the right mood to deal with the Monday Blues.
8. Hush Mozey: We Like It When the Rain Falls
A memorable and dancy track is made up of a grooving, earworm track with clever lyrics wrapped in catchy melodies. produced by renowned industry figure Pete Maher and cult local producer Lewis Bradshaw (Jack White, Patti Smith, Rolling Stones). A three-piece Bristol band called Hush Mozey combines Ska, Punk, and Garage music to produce what they like to refer to as “Drowzy Rock and Roll.”
Hush Mozey have received attention from BBC Introducing, BBC Upload, and Steve Lamacq’s “Recommends” program on BBC 6 Music. The band has performed at the O2 Academy, Glastonbury, and numerous sold-out, standing-room-only headline shows in Bristol. By playing to sold-out crowds and spreading joy wherever they go, the band has established itself as a mainstay of the Bristol live scene.
9. Just Shad: Tomorrow Comes Today (Cover Single)
This is a cover of Tomorrow Comes Today by the legendary Gorillaz! Shad uses distorted guitars, clavinets, and pianos to create an instrumental that mimics the drums while also showcasing his unique style. Vocally, he gives the melodies a gritty, soulful spin to make them uniquely his.
10. Mark Schuster: The Little Things
Mark Schuster is a versatile musician from Chicago. His music is expressive and introspective. He uses a variety of instruments to make his music, but it’s obvious that the guitar is his first love.
Over the course of his more than 20 years of songwriting and recording, Mark has put out seven albums and one EP. It’s challenging to categorize his music because it encompasses so many different genres, from jazz to metal. When composing music, he follows one simple rule: It must be passionate and distinctive.
“I’m Right Here,” Mark’s most recent album, is a showcase for his many skills as a musician and songwriter. Eight independent and acoustic rock songs with his distinct and recognizable touch are included.
Well, that’s the end of this list, but there’s certainly more you can look forward to next week!
There’s a bit of every genre so even if you don’t add everything to your playlist, I certainly hope you found the perfect escapade in a few of them. See you next Monday!
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