Have you ever been cruising in your car just trying to get your jam on, when you realized that every song you were listening to sounded the same? I think we could all use a little variety in our musical lives, so here are a few artists for all you music buffs to check out.
1. James Blake
He is a break from your typical alternative artist with a voice that could melt butter and mellow bass-filled melodies. If you are looking to have your mind blown while simultaneously chillaxing, he's your man.
2. twenty one pilots
They are so legit that they don't even have to capitalize their name. They are the pop-punk band you have been waiting your whole life for, and they are unapologetically strange. Their fan base is known as the Skeleton Clique which is just so bada** that there is no way you could not want to be part of it.
3. The Lonely Biscuits
Formerly known as Gravy and the Biscuits, this band of misfits with hair longer than my own will put you in the best mood you have been in all year. To say that their music gives off good vibes would be the biggest understatement. They somehow manage to combine beach rock with alternative rap and crooning, and make it work effortlessly.
4. Zach Heckendorf
First of all, he graduated from my high school so I may be a little biased, but I think this kid is the next big thing. He even had a song on Now That's What I Call Music, Vol. 42. He's got an incredibly talented guitarist by his side, and the vocals to match, and he's only 21. Plus, he is cute. If Dave Matthews is your cup of tea, Zach is your dude.
5. Chance the Rapper
You have probably heard of this guy. He is the genius behind Acidrap, and his music is the answer to all your prayers. It has got a quick paced beat that keeps you hooked, beginning to end, and his rhymes never fail. He is best friends with Childish Gambino and raps about Frank Ocean. I mean, c'mon, people.
I know we all love screaming the basic lyrics to Jason Derulo songs and singing about - well, about singing in the shower, but I think it's time we gave something else a try.