Jeff

Everett, Washington

Recent

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    Updated weekly, these are the most recent songs posted on the tastemaking music blog, gorillavsbear.net
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    We read all the music blogs so you don't have to. Updated weekly, these are the songs that indie music blogs love.
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    Also referred to as psychill, psybient is a genre of electronic music heavily influenced by world music and psychedelic sounds. Wherever you are, these songs will take you somewhere else.
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    In the early 2010s, we've seen a new emergence of fun, upbeat pop music created by alternative-leaning artists. Enjoy some new songs about celebrating, dancing, and (often) being in love.
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    NPR asked it's listeners to vote for their favorite workout songs. Here's the eclectic -- and extensive -- list.

'50s & '60s

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    From the end of the '50s to the start of the '60s, the kids kicked off their shoes and started shaking all over the place. These were the sounds they moved to, back in the days when doo wop and R&B were just another way of saying "rock & roll."
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    Characterized by its lush vocal harmonies, "doomph, doomph" bass lines, group snapping, and high falsetto, doo-wop was one of the most popular musical styles of the '50s and '60s.

'80s & '90s

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    In the 1980s, these songs hit #1 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart, America's barometer of song popularity.
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    Remember those CD compilations of popular '90s alt-rock radio hits that used to be advertised on late-night cable TV? Relive those days with this playlist of popular '90s mid-tempo hits.
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    All your favorite one-hit wonders from the '90s.
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    Tap into your teenage angst with classic songs from the '90s era of pop punk.
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    Despite the prominence of malaise-infused genres like grunge, the '90s yielded a glut of shamelessly fun-loving, crowd-pleasing hits. Here's our salute to the '90s songs that made us feel so good.
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    Take your exercise routine back to the future with these upbeat, fun and motivational 1980s hits. It'll, like, totally get you up and moving.

Chillout

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    Ambient, melancholic trip-hop and IDM that evokes the feeling of being stranded in a large airport late at night.
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    Enjoy the low, thudding bass of chill dubstep, the perfect soundtrack for relaxing nights.
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    An introduction to classical solo piano music, featuring the best recordings of the most important works.
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    The best relaxing, sleep-inducing songs for passing out and getting some zzzzzz's.
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    Indie R&B (sometimes derisively called PBR&B) combines dreamy, synth-based indie music with contemporary R&B beats. This soothing, warm new sound has been influencing underground and mainstream artists alike.
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    Not all electro acts aim for the dance floor. Explore the low-key, laid-back side of the style though these well-known names and under-the-radar indie acts.
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    Also referred to as psychill, psybient is a genre of electronic music heavily influenced by world music and psychedelic sounds. Wherever you are, these songs will take you somewhere else.

Classic/Soft Rock

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    Some songs just sound like summertime. Hold up your lighter and groove to these essential warm-weather classic rock jams.
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    The most essential classic rock hits from the late '60s through the early '70s. Long hair, epic guitar solos, and singers who graduated from frontman school with honors.
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    Recently popularized by the movie "The Descendants," Hawaiian folk is a soothing style of acoustic folk music featuring slack-key guitar, ukulele, and warm vocal harmonies. Say aloha to traditional Hawaiian folk's best artists, both past and present.
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    Musical styles come and go, but some songs will always sound great. This collection of upbeat pop and rock songs from the '60s, '70s and '80s is perfect for the workday or the weekend.

Electronic

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    Ambient, melancholic trip-hop and IDM that evokes the feeling of being stranded in a large airport late at night.
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    Enjoy the low, thudding bass of chill dubstep, the perfect soundtrack for relaxing nights.
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    Not all electro acts aim for the dance floor. Explore the low-key, laid-back side of the style though these well-known names and under-the-radar indie acts.
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    Moombahton is a fusion of Dutch House and Reggaeton, with house beats slowed town to reggaeton tempos. Created by Dave Nada in 2010 it quickly gained popularity among DJs and audiences around the globe.
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    Also referred to as psychill, psybient is a genre of electronic music heavily influenced by world music and psychedelic sounds. Wherever you are, these songs will take you somewhere else.
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    Take a trip into the hypnotic world of psychedelia and Goa trance music. Go on a celestial journey from the comfort of your own private chill-out room.

Favorites

Indie

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    Ever watch TV and ask yourself "what song is that?" Here are all the songs by upcoming, emerging artists whose music is reaching a wider audience through TV commercials and other ad placements.
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    Light, upbeat indie pop to help you start your day.
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    Indie R&B (sometimes derisively called PBR&B) combines dreamy, synth-based indie music with contemporary R&B beats. This soothing, warm new sound has been influencing underground and mainstream artists alike.
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    How do indie rockers fit into their skinny jeans? By hitting the treadmill with these uptempo, accessible indie jams.
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    Starting in the mid '00s, the line between indie and mainstream pop started to get blurry. These are the songs that have helped bring "indie" music to the masses.
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    In the early 2010s, we've seen a new emergence of fun, upbeat pop music created by alternative-leaning artists. Enjoy some new songs about celebrating, dancing, and (often) being in love.

International

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    Originating in Cuba and Puerto Rico, salsa has spread like wildfire across all Latin American countries. This playlist includes salsa's greatest artists and songs.
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    It's mambo time with the best of the Cuban big band era. Explore the music that inspired dancemania in Havana and around the world.
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    Cuba is the birthplace of Salsa, one of the most popular genres in Latin America. Cuban salsa draws from a combination of many Cuban genres, thus featuring an eclectic range of sounds.

My Favorites

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    We read all the music blogs so you don't have to. Updated weekly, these are the songs that indie music blogs love.
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    Highlights from the critically-acclaimed albums released in the Spring of 2012. Updated weekly with brand new music that you won't hear on the radio.
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    Updated weekly, these are the most recent songs posted on the tastemaking music blog, gorillavsbear.net
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    NPR asked it's listeners to vote for their favorite workout songs. Here's the eclectic -- and extensive -- list.
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    Songs that have been recently designated "Best New Music: by Pitchfork.com
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    Listen to songs by all the artists performing at the 2011 Vans Warped Tour.

Punk

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    Tap into your teenage angst with classic songs from the '90s era of pop punk.
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    With the fast tempos of traditional punk, today's pop punk prominently features electronic keyboards and hi-fi production for an accessible, radio friendly sound.
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    From the stylish East Coast multi-piece bands to the more playful, slacker-style SoCal scene, here are all your third-wave ska favorites that made the '90s so much fun.