Playlist: November finds & faves

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If I’m being real with you, November was A MONTH. I was so busy and all over the place between meetings, midterms, work and catching up with life, I basically forgot what having a social life was like. A great benefit to this, though, was all the time I had to curate and obsess over my November playlist. It definitely provided a great escape and made doing homework much more entertaining!

It was a great month for music, so I’m sharing 66 songs. Continue scrolling to check out the playlist and get my take on six must-listen tracks (then press play and get through these last weeks of work before the break!)

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Playlist: October finds & faves

October finds & faves playlist cover - Angela McLean

It’s October, so it’s OFFICIALLY fall. If you know me, you’re well aware this is my favourite season. As much as I love summer vibes and warm weather, I also love sweaters and the colours of the changing leaves. Plus, fall photoshoots are the best!

If you’re still clinging onto summer, I know just what you need to solidify your fall mood: my October ‘finds & faves’ playlist! I’ve compiled 30 tracks that are perfect for your windy commute, shortened days and Halloween parties.

Scroll down to hit play on this month’s playlist and read about my top six picks. Then, go and get your spook on!

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Playlist: April finds & faves

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I finished another year of university (one more to go!), baseball season is in full swing and the nice weather is slowly arriving. It might still be spring, but I think I can shamelessly be in full summer mode! Plus, so many artists are already releasing their summer singles and I’m obsessing over every single one of them.

Read on for this month’s ‘finds & faves’ playlist and my most played tracks.

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Playlist: January finds & faves

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It’s been over a year since I sat down and put together a playlist of my favourite tracks to share here on my blog. That changes now! Midway through each month of 2018, I will post my ‘finds & faves’ – a playlist of my favourite new tracks of the month and some oldies that remain oh-so-goodies.

January – the start of a new year. It’s a month that brings with it new opportunities for growth, self-discovery, self-reinvention and adventure. The same opportunities are granted to our favourite artists. Example: Justin Timberlake’s release of “Filthy,” the lead single off his upcoming album that has a ‘futuristic’ sound quite different from his previous work. Some critics have called it a ‘love it or hate it’ track – I love it.

Many of my ‘finds’ this month reflect that ‘newness’ – not only because they are new releases, but because they symbolize a fresh start in the artist’s career. Not to tease, but I’m excited to share on my thoughts on “She Loves Control,” a track off of Camila Cabello’s solo debut (read more below!)

My ‘faves,’ on the other hand, are all over the map, as a quick scroll through my music library will further prove. Some share messages that are worth keeping in mind heading into 2018, while others are simply great songs that I’m vibing with this month.

Scroll down for the full playlist and some highlighted tracks.

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MUSIC MONDAY: Serving Up Spring Sass

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School’s wrapping up, the nice weather is returning…add some pep to your step and own your sasswalk!

To get myself through the exams that are separating me from summer freedom, I’ve pulled together some of my favourite sassy songs that get me moving, grooving and feeling on top of the world. Regardless of what you’re doing this month, let this playlist serve as your reminder to always cherish your spark, stay fabulous and kick butt. Take that, exams!

Before you listen to April’s playlist in full, preview four selections that are currently at the top of my most played list.

“Temple” (Lenno Remix) by Parson James

You may recognize his powerful yet sensual vocals from Kygo’s hit song “Stole the Show.” Now, the star of the song, American singer and songwriter Parson James, has more to give, starting with the release of his debut EP with RCA Records. The EP’s title track has a fresh EDM-infused sound thanks to an incredible remix by Finnish producer Lenno. Listen once and you’ll never go back!

“With Me” by dvsn

dvsn is an act to be watched. The Canadian alternative R&B duo, consisting of singer Daniel Daley and producer Nineteen85, just dropped their debut album ‘SEPT. 5TH’ via Drake’s OVO Sound label. With it, they have proven that they are the masters of a sound that is modern, classic and simply addictive. “With Me” is a must-listen for fans of The Weeknd, Miguel or PARTYNEXTDOOR.

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