International Artist Spotlight: Flume

INTERNATIONAL ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: FLUME

Flume ft. Moon Holiday "Insane"

Today, we are going into the world of EDM. Harley Edward Streten, better known as Flume, is a DJ hailing from Australia. He has become really well known over the last few years, producing hits like "Never Be Like You" featuring Kai, and "Say It" featuring Swedish pop star Tove Lo. While those songs came off of the album Skin, there was one album prior to that, which gained him popularity throughout Australia. Many of his songs feature other artists on vocals, which, when combined with his mixes, create some fantastic dance songs. He also produces songs for artists, most notably Lorde. I had the pleasure of getting to see Flume perform live at Firefly last summer, and it was such a great experience. The crowd loved it, and there's few better ways to get pumped up at one in the morning, in my opinion. I'm looking forward to what Flume has for us in the future, as well as continuing to enjoy what he's already given us. I hope you are too. 

Lyrics to "Insane"

February Love Song #26

FEBRUARY LOVE SONG #26

Eves Karydas "There For You"

I won't lie, I basically just discovered Eves Karydas yesterday. However, I immediately fell in love with her music. While listening to "There For You," I thought about how perfect of a song it was for this month's theme. This song very much has the sound of your classic indie pop rhythm. The lyrics tell of a girl who's fallen in love with a guy, presumably who may be in a relationship already. She's trying to prove to him that she can provide more love to him than this other girl. All throughout, there's also the mentions of how hard it is for her to be around the guy, since she has such strong feelings for him. Overall, it certainly seems like any other typical love story put into song. However, I think it's a pretty great song, and I hope you'll like it too.

If you're interested in learning more about Eves Karydas and her music, check out this interview

Lyrics to "There For You"

February Love Song #8

FEBRUARY LOVE SONG #8

Vance Joy "Lay It On Me"

Vance Joy is another one of my favorite artists, and he actually has a few love songs. "Lay It On Me" was released last year as part of his second album. A fantastic artist out of Australia, a lot of his songs are mellow, yet usually pretty meaningful and sincere. This song follows that pattern, as it discusses falling in love with that special someone. As the song talks about defenses coming down, that's usually when you know you're really in love with someone, as you are not afraid to be vulnerable around them. I personally like the pre-chorus that talks about leaving notes. I think that is something that is pretty romantic, and gets lost and considered old-fashioned these days. The note I leave to you today is to go ahead and give "Lay It On Me" a listen. You won't be disappointed.

Lyrics to "Lay It On Me"

Day 30: A Song That Reminds You of Yourself

DAY 30: A SONG THAT REMINDS YOU OF YOURSELF

Hands Like Houses "I Am"

Hands Like Houses is a band that I discovered at my first Warped Tour in 2013. I've been hooked ever since. At my third Warped Tour, I had the pleasure of not only hearing them again, but getting to meet them. They're a great group of guys, and my signed poster is one of my prized possessions. I first heard "I Am" while I was in London, and immediately loved it. It also left me not so patiently anticipating their next album. To me, the lyrics to this song are all about taking action, especially in your life and in this world. The song talks of those people who don't try to make a difference when they easily could. Then there's the narrator, who vows to do more than just sit idly by. I've always kind of viewed myself of someone of action. I'm a big believer that if you're going to do something, do it yourself and mean it. I also strive to make an impact on others. I believe I'm a genuine person who says what I mean and tries to put action behind that. I think this song speaks on that more than anything, which, aside from the fantastic instrument play of this song, is probably why I love it so much. I hope you'll enjoy it too.