In one of society’s greatest cliches, variety has frequently been called “the spice of life.” If variety were considered the spice of music, today’s massive amount of different media for listening to music would equate to about five barrels of the strongest spices around.
Author Archives: Andrew Bain
Single-minded: _Playlist for a feud between friends_
We’ve all been in fights with our friends at one point or another. Usually, they’re just small misunderstandings. But other times, arguments explode into full-blown feuds, to the point where your friendship comes into question.
Single-minded: _Soundtrack provides melodies for the move off campus_
I was perfectly ready to live on campus for my second year. The housing application was turned in; my roommate and I were already planning where the television and general awesomeness would be.
Single Minded: Pick-me-up songs for a failed midterm
This week, I chose a few songs to comprise a “Soundtrack to a Failed Midterm.” These songs can relate to your pain and suffering, but they can also give you a motivational kick on the behind to get you moving on toward the next test.
Single-minded: _Beats to battle midterm blues_
For the most part, we’re out of Midterm-land.
SINGLE-MINDED: Sweet songs for Valentine's
In my column this week, I wrote about my semi-autobiographical soundtrack to a relationship. Predictable, I know, but it’s Valentine’s Day. I hope you enjoy the songs and can draw on them in the future if you need to.
“To Whom It May Concern” by The Civil Wars ““ This song is about as delicate as can be. The male and female vocalists harmonize wonderfully through lyrics that sound like letters written to each other, backed by predominately acoustic guitar. The song is heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time.
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SINGLE-MINDED: Sweet songs for Valentine’s
It’s the time of year when love is on everyone’s mind.