Is anything better than plugging in your headphones, firing up your music app of choice, and jamming out to that brand-new song you're obsessed with?
Don't get me wrong; I love my go-to playlists. The classics are great. But something amazing happens when I hear an awesome new track for the first time. I am filled with anticipation, enthusiasm, and pure bliss as I wonder to myself, Will the chorus be as good as the hook? or Wait — did I just discover my new favorite artist?!?!
New music is one of the best mood-boosters ever to me, and I want to share it with you. So each week, I'm pulling together the most popular (as in, they have over 100K listens within the first few days of their release) and most exciting new music out there for you to turn on, tune in, drop out to.
Let's get listening. If you have any new pieces of musical gold, leave a link in the comments below. And be sure to check next Friday for a whole new slew of songs.
"Change" — Christina Aguilera
A stirring tribute to the Orlando shooting victims. Don't be afraid to cry, especially when watching the nostalgic music video.
Who is Christina Aguilera?
An OG pop star princess, the powerhouse singer is now a coach on The Voice, but still blesses us with new music every once in a while.
Video via YouTube."Better Love" — Hozier
This song off the Tarzan soundtrack is intense, powerful, and emotional.
Who is Hozier?
The 26-year-old Irish singer and musician rose to fame with his standout single, "Take Me to Church." It's totally been stuck in your head for the last two years.
Video via YouTube."You Don't Get Me High Anymore" — Phantogram
An upbeat song that even an alt-rock lover will appreciate.
Who is Phantogram?
The duo, Josh Carter and Sarah Barthel, formed in 2007 in New York. You'll probably want to dance along to all of their songs.
Video via YouTube."Off Off Off" — Lil Wayne
Perhaps taking a cue from Kanye West and Chance The Rapper's gospel-inspired albums, Lil Wayne includes an ethereal, operatic chorus in the background of his newest single.
Who is Lil Wayne?
Born and bred in New Orleans, Wayne has proven throughout the years that he is small, but mighty.
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