Music for the motherland

Alright, so the last time I blogged for the Daily Iowan, I was writing from Spain, where I spent my summer studying abroad. While Iowa City isn’t exactly as steamy a locale as a European beach, I suppose it'll do for now. Here’s what I’m currently spinning.
Today’s playlist, entitled “Back in America (sadly)”— for real.


“Burning Photographs”- Ryan Adams. (I figured I should at least know a song or two by the guy before he comes to IC October 1)

“Wet and Rusting”- Menomena.

“What You Are”- Drill. (You can find this track off the Empire Records soundtrack. Awesome movie.)

“Ever Fallen in Love”- Nouvelle Vague.

“Amsterdam”- Peter Bjorn and John (Seriously, have you heard these guys? They’re amazing.)

“Hot Thing”- Talib Kweli featuring Will.I.Am. (This comes off his new album, which is phenomenal hip hop, as usual.)

“Dark Heart News”- Aesop Rock featuring Rob Sonic. (This was my pick off their new album which I reviewed last week.)

“Money Folder”- Four Tet, covering Madvillain. (Still searching high and low for a new life anthem? You just found it. I play this song nearly every week on my radio show at KRUI and I never get tired of it.)

“Uncle Sam Goddamn”- Brother Ali (Great song with driving rhythm from social critiquing hip hop king)

“Are You That Somebody”- Aaliyah. (Oh, Aaliyah. We miss you — tear.)

“London Calling”- The Clash. (I have heard this song on the radio three times a week since I left Europe. Coincidence? I think not.)

“Summer Love”- Justin Timberlake. (If you say you don’t like JT, you’re only fooling yourself.)

Until next time,
Ann