It’s now the time of year when incoming freshmen and upperclassmen are shifting gears from the carefree summer mindset back to the rigorous grind of the Fall Semester. They’re moving into their dorms/apartments, and are beginning to settle in. If you’re getting ready to move into your place and you like having music playing while you work, these recommendations are for you.
“Looking For You” is an underrated single from upcoming alternative artist Juniper Honey, released earlier this year. It’s a song that with its upbeat tempo and smooth vocals is naturally uplifting. This song feels like you’re falling in love, or having a particularly good day. It’s light, happy and a perfect example of a picker-upper. This is a song that you physically can’t be sad as you listen.
“Don’t Make a Scene” by Atlas Genius is yet another uplifting song; however, it’s uplifting with a different vibe. The vocals and tone of the song are completely different from “Looking For You,” but it also brings a sense of cheerfulness with its swift rhythm and addicting vocals. If you’re a fan of alternative pop, this song is definitely a perfect choice for your queue.
“Angels Above Me” is different from the previous songs. It’s far from being considered an alternative song; it rather falls into a much different category. This song, released by the band Stick Figure in 2019, is a modern take on reggae, with a folksy twang. The typical slow drums and reggae sound is present in this song like others in the style, but combined with the main singer’s soft, southern-accented vocals, the song stands out as a unique take on the genre. If you’re someone who needs more slow songs to aid the move-in, this one might be the perfect pace.
“Sunday” by the Cranberries is a classic, and it’s a perfect choice for those who prefer some older songs in their playlist instead of modern pop anthems. Although it’s not their most popular track, it’s still a great choice for people who enjoy the bohemian, hippie-ish vibe of bands like the Cranberries, the Cardigans or older groups like Fleetwood Mac. It is an ideal winding down song, the one you play when the sun is on its way down and you’re finally done with the heavy lifting for the day. Now, all that’s left is to unbox everything.
“Tired of Talking” from LÉON is a song that, on the surface, sounds like a typical pop anthem you hear on the radio. However, it’s an addictive track perfect for cruising, studying, running, anything. It’s more than just a pop song; it’s a unique story of someone finding themselves after a toxic relationship, and the upbeat sound mixed with spunky vocals works so well to make a song that’s easy to put on repeat.
There are only five songs on this list, but there are so many more to add to your playlist, and it’s hard to narrow it down to which five to add first. All of these songs can be found on Spotify or wherever you stream your music, and if you listen to any of them and like what you hear, be sure to share these with your friends and family, too, as it’s always good to find and share new music with people who may need more variety in their queue.
Mia Ashby is a senior studying journalism at Ohio University. Please note that the views and opinions of the columnist do not reflect those of The Post. Do you agree? Tell Mia by emailing her at ma237419@ohio.edu.