THE TOP 5 | MUSIC TO CHECK OUT!
Article by f28 Music Journalist Allyson Romano
I love being exposed to new music and I am always on the hunt for a good song. I regularly search charts, artists, and type in songs looking for different variations by various artists.
Here are my top 5 recommendations this week!
The Knocks & Sofi Tukker- One on One
Release date: December 8, 2023
Genre: Dance
Availability: Single. Apple, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Pandora
Sofi Tukker
The Knocks
First time hearing about The Knocks? This New York electronic music duo has been around since 2008, have 3 full length albums, and 5 EP’s, and have collaborated with several well-known artists such as, Carly Rae Jepson, Wyclef Jean, Walk the Moon, and the X Ambassadors. They’ve also produced beats and remixes for Katy Perry, Brittany Spears, Nikki Minaj, and Flo Rida just to name a few. This is their 3rd collaboration with Sofi Tukker, and a fast favorite! You’ll definitely find yourself dancing along to the beat!
Sophie Ellis-Bextor- Murder on the Dancefloor
release Date: January 1, 2002
Genre: Dance/Disco
Availability: EP. Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, Pandora
Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Not sure what rock I was under when this came out, but what a fun song. Sophie has a beautiful voice, and the song has returned to the charts with vigor, giving Sophie’s music career a second wind! She made her US TV debut on Jimmy Fallon just days ago performing this song. Definitely check it out!!
Chris Stapleton- Loving You On My Mind
Released: November 10, 2023
Genre: Country
Availability: Full Album. Spotify, Apple, YouTube, Pandora, iHeart Radio
Chris Stapleton
Chris Stapleton just has one of those swoon worthy voices that can make this country song incredibly romantic, with a relaxed vibe added in. I have quickly become a Chris Stapleton fan. I think he might be the John Mayer of the country genre. At least for me! Even if you’re not a country fan, I encourage you to give this song a listen!
Halestorm- Beautiful with You
Released: April 10, 2012
Genre: Hard Rock
Availability: Full Album. Spotify, Apple, Pandora, YouTube, iHeart Radio
Halestorm
This song is almost 12 years old, and I am just discovering it now. Lizzy Hale has a voice that has so much range and depth. She belts those notes so beautifully that you cannot help but to connect with this song. I have become a big fan of Halestorm. If you haven’t heard of Halestorm or this song, definitely check them out.
Renee Rapp and Megan the Stallion- Not My Fault
Released: December 14, 2023
Genre: Pop
Availability: Spotify, Apple, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Pandora
Megan the Stallion & Renee Rapp
Released on the Motion Picture Soundtrack from Mean Girls, Renee Rapp and Megan the Stallion performed their song on SNL in January 2024. This song is fun, upbeat, cheeky, and will be stuck in your head for dayyyys!!