In no particular order, I've selected the favorite tracks from 2017's playlists for our sixteenth annual Choice Cuts end-of-year mix. Here are the first six:
1. Empires On Fire — BANNERS
This should be the theme song of 2017 — and on, as we continue to do very little to solve our climate change problem. Of course, it could double as an anthem to describe all of the horrible things happening right now under the Trump administration. Our empire is on fire, indeed.
2. Look At What The Light Did Now — Flo Morrissey and Matthew E. White
There's something hypnotic and fascinating in the contrast between Matthew E. White's gruff vocals and Flo Morrisey's high-pitched response. I love how Matthew throws to Flo with a simple, "Flo?"
3. Stardust — Ásgeir
This is one where I already loved the light, Icelandic pop of Ásgeir. Add in the video, which seems straight out of a Wes Anderson film, and I love it even more.
4. First Time — Kygo & Ellie Goulding
A deeply personal song by Kygo, as voiced by Ellie Goulding.
5. Bike Dream — Rostam
Great track by Rostam about a complicated love affair, and breaking barriers along the way as he naturally sings about being gay and in love.
6. Never Give Up On Me — MisterWives
Catchy power pop from MisterWives, with a song that should have been a big hit.
More tomorrow!
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