As a self-professed musical enthusiast, I am constantly searching for new artists and genres. I believe music is one of the metaphysical miracles. It existed long before the universe was created, and similar to mathematics, no one knows why it exists. But of course we know why it exists. While instruments differ from culture to culture, the fundamental aspects of music remain constant. Music is a gift from God. Whether you listen, play, or do both; music is impossible not to enjoy. The best thing we can do with this amazing gift is to use to it to glorify the Gift-giver.
A SHORT list of SOME recent songs that have remained timeless in my 22 years of life thus far.
- Samson - Regina Spektor... Even the first note of this piano ballad is amazing. The lyrics are cryptic, yet melancholy. Regina's voice is unlike any other.
- Let That Be Enough - Switchfoot... This song really shows Jon Foreman's songwriting talent. It will stay with you.
- A Short History of the Word - Fightstar... Equivalent to an epic movie. Sweeping strings and haunting piano lead to an explosion of orchestra and raw emotion.
- Blackbird - Alter Bridge... Written for a friend who died of cancer, this 8 minute masterpiece includes a dual solo and some of the best male vocals in the business.
- Too Late - M83... Purely electronic, but seems to pluck at so many emotional chords it's ridiculous.
- Jesus Christ - Brand New... One of the most heartbreaking songs I've ever heard. Truly sorrowful.
- Hello I'm In Delaware - City and Colour... Beautiful example of where simplicity can be amazingly complex. Dallas Green's voice is something you have to hear, even if he saves most of it for the end.
- Human - Civil Twilight... An eccentric piano ballad with an even more eccentric voice. The lyrics are some of the most captivating I've heard in a while.
- Oh My God - Jars of Clay... A roller coaster ride of a song. The last 3:30 leave you breathless.
- Dance On Our Graves - The Paper Route... A song of wonder, death, and rejoicing. With a splendidly original finale.
- True Love - Phil Wickham... What else is there to say about this? Amazing song of joy and truth.
- Lost - Red... Symphony meet epic rock. Contains one of the best bridges I've heard. All around energizing and wonderful.
- Times - Tenth Avenue North... Subtle yet powerful. Quiet yet resonant. Musical encouragement.
- Writing on the Walls - Underoath... The pinnacle of hard rock. Amazing lyrics, guitar work, and vocals. The last minute is an experience.
- After Afterall - William Fitzsimmons... Just listen to this heartbreaking, heartfelt love song.
- Kings and Queens - 30 Seconds to Mars... Sure it's on the radio, but have you heard it? Jared Leto's vocals are soaring, and the chorus swallows you whole.
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