Parsons Playlists: Songs About Stars

Posted on March 29, 2024 by marmstr3

Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student manager Eliana (class of 2024) featuring some songs about stars.

Songs About Stars

Here’s a few songs about stars to play the next time you’re taking a nighttime stroll. Don’t forget to appreciate the beauty in nature!

Coldplay – “Yellow”

Ed Sheeran – “All of the Stars”

Kendrick Lamar & SZA – “All the Stars”

Coldplay- “A Sky Full of Stars”

One Republic – “Counting Stars”

La La Land – “City of Stars”

The Greatest Showman – “Rewrite the Stars”

Sara Bareilles – “When You Wish Upon a Star”

Madonna – “Lucky Star”

Bazzi – “Star”

Frank Sinatra – “Fly Me to the Moon”

Kygo (feat. Justin Jesso) – “Stargazing”

Here is a link to the whole playlist on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU94rco57ZezT5IY_8j6TJ2asve0v8K26&si=qSyA0lWmhR_-8USX

Parsons Playlists: Rainy Day Jazz

Posted on March 25, 2024 by marmstr3

Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student manager Xipeng (class of 2024) featuring some jazz tracks for a rainy day.

Rainy Day Jazz

6th Street Jazz – “It Rained All Night”

Benjamine Leroy Quartet = “Making History”

Trio Del Norte – “Nothing Like A Spring”

Alec Taylor Trio – “Weary Whispers”

Bridgerton Vail – “Not Nice at All”

Snorre Kirk & Stephen Riley – “Unsentimental”

Reed Stricklers – “Still”

Midnight Trio – “All of the Little Things I Know”

Eddie Harper – “Grey Mornings”

Here is a link to the whole playlist on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU94rco57Zeyvhdnk1cOerC40Y7VJPpVN&si=C9NkvSmDy8io4Z1R

And here is an extended version on Spotify:

Parsons Playlists: Songs for your “Sea-D”

Posted on March 22, 2024 by marmstr3

Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student assistant Isaac (class of 2025) and features some seafaring songs.

Songs for your “Sea-D”

I was able to go fishing several times recently, so I decided to do a quick search into seafaring music. This playlist spans across decades and genres, from rock and pop to indie and folk, showcasing the sea’s influence on musical storytelling––and hopefully you’ll add one to your ‘Sea’-D (CD).

Van Morrison – “Into the Mystic”

Rod Stewart – “Sailing”

Looking Glass – “Brandy (You’re A Fine Girl)”

The Honeydrippers – “Sea of Love”

Billie Eilish – “Ocean Eyes”

The Decemberists – “The Mariner’s Revenge Song”

Bobby Darin – “Beyond the Sea”

Florence + the Machine – “Ship to Wreck”

Here is a link to the whole playlist on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU94rco57ZezOTQIhuAdiqrgswMWc303I&si=P09I4bDjVbzQ0Lsp

Parsons Playlists: Victoria Monét

Posted on March 18, 2024 by marmstr3

Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student manager Amy (class of 2025) and features music by American R&B artist and songwriter Victoria Monét.

Victoria Monét

Victoria Monét, a talented R&B artist and songwriter, secured three well-deserved Grammy Awards at the 2024 ceremony, including the coveted title of Best New Artist. Witnessing her triumph filled me with absolute joy, as her musical creations, both as a songwriter and a vocalist, are nothing short of extraordinary. Recognizing that not everyone may be familiar with Victoria’s incredible talent, I decided to curate a playlist featuring some of my favorite songs penned by this exceptional artist.

Victoria Monét – “We Might Even Be Falling In Love (Interlude)”

Victoria Monét – “On My Mama”

Victoria Monét – “Coastin’”

Ariana Grande (with Victoria Monét)- “MONOPOLY”

Victoria Monét – “Moment”

Chole x Halle – “Do It”

Ariana Grande – “love language”

Victoria Monét – “Jaguar”

Victoria Monét (feat. Kehlani) – “Touch Me”

Victoria Monét – “Dive”

Victoria Monét – “Ass Like That”

Victoria Monét – “Alright”

Victoria Monét – “Go There With You”

Here is a link to the whole playlist on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSwAwMtTLDwj_Kf7CeJxvFP8fYXe6OQw3&si=jQAtNl3RU1Dw-lNE

And here it is on Spotify:

Parsons Playlists: Mt. Joy

Posted on March 8, 2024 by marmstr3

Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student manager Eli (class of 2024) and features tracks by the indie folk/rock band Mt. Joy.

Mt. Joy

Indie rock band Mt. Joy is both an international sensation and an underrated group. If you are a fan of alternative, indie, or rock music, give the group a listen. Here are some of their greatest hits.

Here is a link to the whole playlist on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU94rco57Zey88BMrlbiuc9VzjZZV3Zjr&si=BqBNAuEwUFdD_ayY

Parsons Playlists: My Favorite Memory of All

Posted on March 4, 2024 by marmstr3

Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student manager Esther (class of 2025) and features some songs she associates with a favorite memory.

My Favorite Memory of All

Ode to eating Wawa Dippin’ Dots in a library parking lot on a warm spring night.

Floor Cry (feat. Vansire) – “Next Best Thing”

Delights – “1989”

Yot Club – “mr. rager”

Tommy Newport – “Bad Choice My Boy”

Hotplug – “Simple Things”

Kid Bloom – “Parents’ House”

Tipling Rock – “Staring”

Butter Bath – “Anchor in the Clouds”

The Happy Fits – “So Alright, Cool, Whatever”

Arctic Monkeys – “There’d Better Be A Mirrorball”

Dirty Nice – “This Is Gonna Hurt”

Flat Pop – “Another Chance”

Almond Milk – “You, Me, Dance”

Here is a link to the whole playlist on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU94rco57ZezAmKGj-ywPKKnTF6LuQIWC&si=yZM9pgbOFqdXv8oJ

Parsons Playlists: Study Gems

Posted on March 1, 2024 by marmstr3

Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student manager Marissa (class of 2025) which features some tunes to help you study.

Study Gems

We know everyone listens to music to help them get through a tough assignment or a long study period for a hard exam. But, we also know that some of the music you listen to might be getting old. Here’s a collection of songs I like to study to. Enjoy!

Taylor Swift – “invisible string”

Adam Melchor – “Real Estate”

Wabie – “That’s What Everybody Said”

Wabie – “Love Me Tomorrow”

keshi – “UNDERSTAND”

Ricky Montgomery – “Talk to You” (acoustic)

Glee cast – “What Kind of Fool”

Lennon Stella – “Goodnight”

Mac Ayres – “Easy”

The Walters – “I Love You So” (acoustic)

Here is a link to the whole playlist on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEPpzeK8v3s3ZLKjWXdlc2F-wg_xrmVAf&si=4xSQkMDxEaLjYV1x

Parsons Playlists: Karol G

Posted on February 26, 2024 by marmstr3

Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student assistant Luis (class of 2025) and features music by Columbian singer Karol G.

Karol G

Carolina Giraldo Navarro, better known as KAROL G, is a Latin artist from Medellin, Colombia who has been rising in the music industry as of late. She just won her first Grammy this year and is only continuing to rise in the charts. I have been listening to her a lot recently and wanted to share some of my favorite songs.

Karol G and Peso Pluma – “QLONA”

Karol G – “Amargura”

Karol G – “Mi Ex Tenia Razon”

Karol G and Shakira – “TQG”

Karol G – “Oki Doki”

Karol G – “S91”

Karol G – “Provenza”

Karol G and Maldy – “Gatúbela”

Karol G – “200 Copas”

Karol G and Nicki Minaj – “Tusa”

Karol G – “Bichota”

Karol G feat. Aldo Ranks – “Watati”

Here is a link to the whole playlist on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU94rco57ZexyAvMRXc1h915Dj8QO1VdJ&si=RpGUw3IU-GB94b_F

Parsons Playlists: Loud Noisy Music in Times of Stress

Posted on February 23, 2024 by marmstr3

Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student manager Eli (class of 2024) which features noisy music for stressful times.

Loud, Noisy Music in Times of Stress

In the chaos of life, sometimes it’s best to block out all the noise with some noise of your own. If you also like loud, noisy music in times of stress, here are some recommendations:

Air Formation – “I Can’t Remeber Waking Up”

The KVB – “Always Then”

Vivienne Eastwood – “Messy”

No Somos Marineros – “D’Arcy”

flyingfish – “wonder if u care”

Nuclear Daisies – “Heaven in Your Hand”

bdrmm – “Pulling Stitches”

Blue Smiley – “spin”

Here is a link to the whole playlist on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU94rco57ZewvW_rEwYb_YVAUvSoVuYMI&si=O3yU6OZUs4CF9ckq

Parsons Playlists: Black History Month Celebration

Posted on February 19, 2024 by marmstr3

Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student assistant Susanne (class of 2026) and features a playlist in honor of Black History Month.

Black History Month Celebration

In honor of Black History Month, this playlist features songs by some amazing, influential Black artists. There’s a variety of genres and styles on this playlist and no shortage of hits – so enjoy and continue to support Black musicians this February and every month!

Whitney Houston – “How Will I Know”

Rihanna – “Love on the Brain”

Childish Gambino – “Redbone”

Ms. Lauryn Hill – “Doo Wop (That Thing)”

Aretha Franklin – “Respect”

Kendrick Lamar – “Alright”

Beyoncé feat. Kendrick Lamar – “Freedom”

Leon Bridges – “River”

Janelle Monáe – “Make Me Feel”

Jon Batiste – “I Need You”

SZA – “Good Days”

Victoria Monét & JAGUAR II – “On My Mama”