By Anis Majida
It is no secret that music plays an important part in our lives and I love the idea of constantly being exposed to new materials. I think it is essential for we often indirectly communicate through music and the more vary music we listen to the more we are bridged. To help you with that, here are five bands that you must have in your iTunes if you do not already.
- Oh Wonder
Oh Wonder consists of Josephine Vander Gucht and Anthony west. They are an alt-pop duo based in London. It is not exactly confirmed whether they are dating or not but they are certainly adorable together. They have been receiving a lot of attention lately and it is not for nothing. All of their songs are so sincere and relatable. It is almost baffling how connected I feel to two strangers that I have only found out about just earlier this year. There is just something appealing about them and their music that I’m sure they will captivate you in no time.
Starter tracks: Plans, Heart Hope,Without You.
- The Wombats
The Wombats are an English rock band. The band comprises Matthew Murphy, Daniel Haggis and Tord Øverland Knudsen. Previously, we know that the boys are witty, goofy and full of charms. However, it does not seem to be the case anymore.Their recent music is somewhat a blend of being jumpy, drowsy and desperate but trust me when I say the elements work miraculously well together. The Wombats are edgy, modern and simply smell like youth. They put emotions in their music that you would want to hear in a long drive as you put down the window while the wind brushes your hair.
Starter tracks: Emoticons, Greek Tragedy, Pink Lemonade.
- MAMAMOO
Although not exactly a band (they identify themselves as a girl group), I could not exactly leave Mamamoo out of the list. Sure, it may seem out of place but please let me make make my case. Mamamoo is made up of four girl crush worthy girls from South Korea; Moonbyul, Solar, Wheein and Whasa. They come in demure pastel colours and kick ass like nobody’s business. Their vocals are powerful and their raps are almost flawless! Most importantly, their songs are just full of fun and scream the endless amount of attitude the girls possess. You definitely want to party with your girlfriends whilst listening and gleefully dance to their songs.
Starter tracks : You’re The Best, Taller Than You, The Piano Man
4.The Pretty Reckless
Remember Jenny? Dan Humphrey’s little sister from ‘Gossip Girl’? We never truly know what happen to her but one thing for sure, Upper East Side is definitely not where she belongs.Taylor Momsen (the actress who plays Jenny) is a goddess on stage! She sings with her band and they call themselves ‘The Pretty Reckless’ and people have no reason to not be obsessed with them. Taylor sings so beautifully to equally beautifully written music. They are dark, rebellious, and will make you feel like you smoke for breakfast. Taylor Momsen is unquestionably too cool for school even if that means it is the same school that Blair goes to.
Starter tracks: Cold Blooded, Heaven Knows, Make Me Wanna Die
- Black Honey
Unfortunately, there is not much that can be found about the band from the net. I’m ashamed to say that I actually struggled to find their names (and by struggling I mean it takes me more than a couple clicks). Their Facebook page suggests that there are five members whilst their google images on the other hand only offer pictures of four gorgeous specimens. (How cute is Dakora Clayton – their lead vocalist?) But why does the lack of information matter when their music is hands down mind-blowing! I’ve said this again and again to my friends and I’m going to say it again here; this band is a gem! They are just very fresh yet something about them echoes the classics that I very much crave. At times it even reminds me of Lana del Rey but dare I say it is also much better.
Starter tracks: Corrine, Teenagers, Sleep forever
I understand if you say all the bands listed could not be anymore different from one another but give them a listen, open your mind and believe me you would enjoy every single of them. Music is supposed to be fun and expressive and I deem these bands could be both.
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