I Just Wanna Misbehave

Get ready guys, I am actually posting sort of upbeat dancey music today. I know--shocking. I am even surprised by myself.

I figure it's Monday and we could all use a little pick-me-up to get us out of the back-to-work funk. 

First is a Strokes cover by Azealia Banks. She really rocks.

Second is a remix of Ellie Goulding's Explosions. Explosions is one of my favorite songs off Halycon and basically just incredible in general. I don't think the remix can live up to the original song but it still pretty damn good. Happy listening...

Lakyn

It's funny how a different artist can change a song entirely. You can go from love to hate, from hate to love, or if you're really lucky you're presented with multiple versions of a song that you like (amazing, right?).

Honestly, I'd rather not waste my energy disliking music but I have to say I am not a huge fan of the original Swedish House Mafia "Don't You Worry Child." I mean it's something I will listen to without cringing but I probably wouldn't listen to it by choice.

Which is why I was completely taken aback when I heard a cover of and developed an unhealthy attachment to it.

It's covered by Australian musician Lakyn Heperi. This guy knows how to cover songs, check out his other videos. MGMT/Bob Marley mash-up? Solidddd. Who would have thought?

An Angel Among Us

Angel Taylor is everything you'd want in a woman and more. She is soulful, raspy, and straight up adorable.

I first heard her years again in Baltimore when she opened for the amazing Mat Kearney. You don't always get so lucky with unknown opening acts, but this time I hit the jackpot. Taylor did a cover of "Sex on Fire" and I just about fell in love. That was years ago and I am honestly baffled as to why she hasn't gained more popularity--but hey just means she'll keep playing tiny shows which I am absolutely okay with. Only Angel Taylor could make no make-up, unbrushed hair, and a plain tee sound this good...

Also noteworthy yet another freaking brilliant cover of "Stay"