Morning Glory is the title of the mix CD I created for myself years ago that I played most morningsĀ on my way to work. Its kind of legendary in my musical memory (you know, the soundtrack of my life) because it stuck around in my rotation for so long. Since streaming came around, I spend far less time camped out on one mix of songs. (Personally, I think that’s kind of sad but also great in many ways. But that’s another blog post altogether.)
I love to share music. Love, love, love it. If I share a song with you and you actually LISTEN to it, you’ll be my favorite person forever. If I had to recreate my Morning Glory mix today, here’s what I’d include: (And thanks to streaming, this will probably change by next week.)
DEATH CAB FOR CUTIE: You Are a Tourist
There’s always been something about the lead-in for this song that for me, makes it ideal for the opening of a playlist and also–the opening of your DAY. š
BECK: Dreams
Beck found his Odelay keyboard patches. And I am rejoicing.
BEST COAST: Feeling OK
This is the most produced Best Coast has sounded since their start. And I have to say–I like it. I love Bethany’s voice. It’sĀ like a polished Courtney Love sound. This song is bright, bright, bright. Good stuff for mornings.
SHE & HIM: In the Sun
Something about Best Coast’s West Coast retro sound always points me to She & Him next. This song has been in the Morning Glory rotation since 2010 and only rarely falls out for a short period of time. ESPECIALLY in the Summer. I mean come on. In the SUN. Yeah. Perfect.
OWL CITY + HANSON: Unbelievable
People love to call Owl City and Hanson guilty pleasures. I’m just gonna fly my flag high and call this a straight up JAM of mine. You were going to start your workday with a Buzzfeed list about the 90s anyway, right? Just get it done before you even sit down at your desk.
BETTY WHO: Heartbreak Dream
If you don’t already know about Betty Who, please. Stop what you’re doing. Listen to Take Me When You Go. All of it. Congratulations, you’re addicted. Betty Who has had at least four tracksĀ in my daily rotation for nearly two years. She’s the bestest.
MAJOR LAZER, DJ SNAKE + MO: Lean On
I’m convinced there’s something psychological that they’ve capitalized on that makes this song as addictive as sugar. There’s something about that lyric: Blow a kiss/fire a gun. I love. Can’t get enough.
ASTR: Hold On We’re Going Home (Drake cover)
Because you know you need to wind the energy back down before focusing in at work. And it’s best to start your day with a groove that forces you to move. This’ll be on repeat at the end of the day, too. Guaranteed.
My Own Frequency 