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catalyst · 10-26-2008, 05:05 PM

As I sift through my MP3 collection, I realize most of the music I have is pretty heavy stuff, and frankly a bit depressing (mostly alternative). I'm looking out for some lighter music, that is more uplifting and energetic.

Any suggestions?

Dan.Linehan · 10-26-2008, 06:03 PM

MGMT, Arcade Fire, Coldplay, Postal Service, Bishop Allen

Playlife · 10-26-2008, 06:26 PM

Like this: YouTube - Did you change your soul? - CafÃ© del Mar ?

catalyst · 10-26-2008, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan.Linehan

MGMT, Arcade Fire, Coldplay, Postal Service, Bishop Allen

I've liked what I've heard so far from Arcade Fire, and ColdPlay is great.. I'll look up the others.

Sometimes I find myself using music to take myself out of the present moment, to ruminate about memories both good and bad - but I think it isn't helping me get to a more positive place. I grew up listening to Morrissey and The Smiths - I can barely listen to that anymore because it is just too depressing.

PlayLife: Not bad at all. I'll give some of their other stuff a listen.

IsaachElric · 10-26-2008, 07:55 PM

hey

i would recommend modest mouse. to me it's very chill and happy music.
YouTube - Modest Mouse - Dashboard
check out "float on" while you're at it.

apart from that i'd also like to recommend "by the grace of god" album from the hellacopters. it's kinda happy rock'n roll... gets me fired up

Dan.Linehan · 10-26-2008, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IsaachElric

hey

i would recommend modest mouse. to me it's very chill and happy music.
YouTube - Modest Mouse - Dashboard
check out "float on" while you're at it.

apart from that i'd also like to recommend "by the grace of god" album from the hellacopters. it's kinda happy rock'n roll... gets me fired up

^^^ Modest Mouse is my favorite band, hands down. The only reason I didn't recommend them is because I consider them more hard rock.

They are amazing live too. Just make sure to see them when they are the headliner..

Trezker · 10-26-2008, 09:00 PM

Search for Reggae and Ska, I should do that myself... I only have a little of that but it's awesome. Really uplifting stuff.

Right now I'm listening to something else though. Ayreon, a mix of metal and eh... well lighter sound. It's epic and thought provoking, inspiring music. Like fantasy, but in musical form. YouTube - Ayreon - Beneath The Waves

Then there's Hedningarna, unless you're Finnish you wont understand a word but that doesn't matter, I love it anyway. Modern folkmusic with lots of old instruments. YouTube - Hedningarna - Hoglorfen

Plato · 10-26-2008, 10:28 PM

This is my favourite song today:

YouTube - CHRIS ISAACK - WICKED GAME

JimOfferman · 10-26-2008, 11:15 PM

How about some Sigur Ros. I love this one: YouTube - Hoppipolla music video by Sigur Ros

(there's also a fair number of free downloads on their website)

Orange · 10-27-2008, 01:01 AM

The smashing pumpkins..
I need say no more.

garentee · 10-27-2008, 02:09 AM

Right Now I am loving bluegrass.!

Chris Cade · 10-27-2008, 02:33 AM

I've always loved U2, Counting Crows, Collective Soul. As I've moved into much mellower stuff I've taken a liking to Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, Cassandra Wilson, Diana Krall, Enigma, Deep Forest.

I also greatly enjoy the Metamusic series from Hemi-Sync.

Dan.Linehan · 10-27-2008, 03:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimOfferman

How about some Sigur Ros. I love this one: YouTube - Hoppipolla music video by Sigur Ros

(there's also a fair number of free downloads on their website)

I saw Sigur Ros live in Berkeley a few weeks ago. Quite a show.

sheffy4 · 10-27-2008, 03:42 AM

Groove to some Marvin Gaye! Even his songs about depressing break ups make me feel happy.

Playlife · 10-27-2008, 05:55 AM

Weekend Players

Parthon · 10-27-2008, 06:12 AM

Dan: I love MGMT! Especially Time to Pretend. There's a strong positive message in it that resonates with me.

One of the best song's I've heard is by Jim Offerman, you may have heard of him.

Jim Offerman - music that moves you His song, "This is Me" was alone my playlist for 2 weeks. Very inspiring.

I also listen to Vampire Weekend, which tend to play some interesting pieces with hidden meanings.

And Lykke Li is another favorite. Her quite voice conjures a whole world of emotion for me.

JimOfferman · 10-27-2008, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan.Linehan

I saw Sigur Ros live in Berkeley a few weeks ago. Quite a show.

Cool! I'm seeing them on November 17.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Parthon

One of the best song's I've heard is by Jim Offerman, you may have heard of him.

Jim Offerman - music that moves you His song, "This is Me" was alone my playlist for 2 weeks. Very inspiring.

I'm impressed that you can stand listening to that song for two weeks straight... but thanks!

Be sure to also check out the "sequel" to This Is Me: More

kabe65 · 10-27-2008, 08:03 PM

Hmmmmm....some good uplifting stuff....I would have to go with some Jack Johnson (YouTube - Jack Johnson Flake) or Donavon Frankenreiter (YouTube - Donavon Frankenreiter - Life, Love & Laughter). Those are a couple of my favorite artists and songs

catalyst · 10-28-2008, 04:25 AM

This is great - I love sampling the stuff you guys suggested. Some of it I've listened to before, but it's good to be reminded what is out there.

One of my favorite songs from one of the best bands ever: Stone Roses - I am the resurrection..
YouTube - Stone Roses - I am the Resurrection Live Blackpool '89

Dan.Linehan · 10-28-2008, 04:47 AM

YouTube - Things are what you make of them

^ Bishop Allen

YouTube - Carry Me, Ohio

^ Sun Kil Moon

YouTube - Never Ending Math Equation

Not upbeat per se, but amazing lyrics.

Quote:

I'm the same as I was when I was six years old
And oh my God, I feel so damn old
I don't really feel anything

On a plane, I can see the tiny lights below
And oh my God, they look so alone
Do they really feel anything?

Oh my God, I've got to, got to, got to, got to move on
Where do you move when what you're moving from is yourself?
Is yourself?

The universe works on a math equation
That never even ever really even is in it
And infinity spirals out creation
We're on the tip of its tongue, and it is saying
Well, we ain't sure where you stand
You ain't machines and you ain't land
And the plants and the animals, they are linked
And the plants and the animals eat each other

(x2)

Oh my God, and oh my cat
I told my Dad what I need
Well, I know what I have and want
But I don't know what I need
Well, he said, he said, he said, he said
"Where we're going, I'm dead"

JimOfferman · 10-28-2008, 07:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan.Linehan

Sun Kil Moon

We seem to have quite a few things in common, when it comes to musical taste! SKM is very, very cool.

Here's one you probably haven't heard yet: www.peopleyouknow.net
You'll have to ignore the fact that the site is in Dutch and just be sure to check out their song "Dance" in the music player!

cela · 10-28-2008, 10:08 AM

Has anyone mentioned Fleet Foxes yet?

My 'band of the moment'. Harmonies like you wouldn't believe. *swoon*

Dan.Linehan · 10-28-2008, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cela

Has anyone mentioned Fleet Foxes yet?

I saw them at a festival a few weeks ago. Smart guys. Great live.

I love White Winter Hymnal.

cela · 10-29-2008, 02:51 AM

Glad to hear they were good live, Dan. Will be seeing them in Oz in January.

Another rec for catalyst: Doves

I find the song in that link (Catch the Sun) quite uplifting.

dali · 11-14-2008, 03:23 AM

Sufjan Stevens
Rilo Kiley
CSS
Daft Punk
Gotan Project

frajilthunder · 11-14-2008, 02:16 PM

John Butler Trio -- Grand National

Lot's of different musical styles, lyrics range from politics, love, carpe diem. Dude plays an accoustic 11 string (he takes the 2nd g string off so he can play lead on it) through fuzz, wah, etc. Lot's of slide guitar and open tunings. Enjoy!

SilverFirePrime · 11-14-2008, 04:11 PM

Power Metal is great for uplifting energetic stuff, although it is still fairly heavy (and highly cheesy too

)

Here are some of my faves, although there is SO much more I could list

Angra - Nova Era
Aquaria - And Let the Show Begin, Your Majesty Gaia
Freedom Call - Warriors, Wings of Eternity
Sonata Arctica - Victoria's Secret, San Sebastian
Rhapsody of Fire - Emerald Sword, Land of Immortals
Insania - Land of the Wintersun

Trezker · 11-15-2008, 04:56 AM

May I recommend some "electro 8bit gameboy guitar remix elektronisch rock pop game" music?

Pornophonique
Video: YouTube - Pornophonique - I want to be a Machine
Free dl (yes legal): Jamendo : pornophonique

Eric Revelin · 11-15-2008, 08:29 AM

I'd highly recommend an instrumental rock band called God is an Astronaut.

Their official website: ^ GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT ^

You can hear full-length previews of their songs on MySpace: MySpace.com - God Is An Astronaut - Glen of the Downs - Ambient / Rock / Electronica - www.myspace.com/godisanastronaut

Another band that I really enjoy is The Protomen. They took an old video game from the 1980s and they made a rock opera about it. The first part of it ends on somewhat of a somber note, but the first part of the second act is easily one of the most inspiring songs I've ever heard.

Their official site: THE PROTOMEN

"Breaking Out" demo from the second act: YouTube - The Protomen-Breaking Out

Dev · 11-15-2008, 12:45 PM

I would suggest Indian instrumental. Listen to Pandit Ravishankar on Sitar, Zakir Hussain on Tabla, Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasiya on Flute, Jugalbandi(Competition- i don't know if this the right word) of both Tabla & Flute, Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma on Santoor.

I bet you will like it. It will not only be pleasant on your ears but also soothing to the soul. The best part is these & other Indian instrumental musics are also created for certain hours during the day & night, seasons etc.

I suggest you listen to it atleast once.

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catalyst Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 170	Recommend some good music As I sift through my MP3 collection, I realize most of the music I have is pretty heavy stuff, and frankly a bit depressing (mostly alternative). I'm looking out for some lighter music, that is more uplifting and energetic. Any suggestions?

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catalyst Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 170	This is great - I love sampling the stuff you guys suggested. Some of it I've listened to before, but it's good to be reminded what is out there. One of my favorite songs from one of the best bands ever: Stone Roses - I am the resurrection.. YouTube - Stone Roses - I am the Resurrection Live Blackpool '89 Last edited by catalyst; 10-28-2008 at 04:27 AM.

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IsaachElric Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 32	hey i would recommend modest mouse. to me it's very chill and happy music. YouTube - Modest Mouse - Dashboard check out "float on" while you're at it. apart from that i'd also like to recommend "by the grace of god" album from the hellacopters. it's kinda happy rock'n roll... gets me fired up

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Trezker Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 962	Search for Reggae and Ska, I should do that myself... I only have a little of that but it's awesome. Really uplifting stuff. Right now I'm listening to something else though. Ayreon, a mix of metal and eh... well lighter sound. It's epic and thought provoking, inspiring music. Like fantasy, but in musical form. YouTube - Ayreon - Beneath The Waves Then there's Hedningarna, unless you're Finnish you wont understand a word but that doesn't matter, I love it anyway. Modern folkmusic with lots of old instruments. YouTube - Hedningarna - Hoglorfen

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Plato Banned Join Date: May 2007 Location: in your fridge Posts: 2,018	This is my favourite song today: YouTube - CHRIS ISAACK - WICKED GAME

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Orange Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Cornwall, England Posts: 317	The smashing pumpkins.. I need say no more.

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Chris Cade Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Vancouver WA Posts: 438	I've always loved U2, Counting Crows, Collective Soul. As I've moved into much mellower stuff I've taken a liking to Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, Cassandra Wilson, Diana Krall, Enigma, Deep Forest. I also greatly enjoy the Metamusic series from Hemi-Sync.

10-27-2008, 03:42 AM	#14 (permalink)
sheffy4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 337	Groove to some Marvin Gaye! Even his songs about depressing break ups make me feel happy.

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Playlife Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 332	Weekend Players

10-27-2008, 06:12 AM	#16 (permalink)
Parthon Family Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 1,532	Dan: I love MGMT! Especially Time to Pretend. There's a strong positive message in it that resonates with me. One of the best song's I've heard is by Jim Offerman, you may have heard of him. Jim Offerman - music that moves you His song, "This is Me" was alone my playlist for 2 weeks. Very inspiring. I also listen to Vampire Weekend, which tend to play some interesting pieces with hidden meanings. And Lykke Li is another favorite. Her quite voice conjures a whole world of emotion for me.

10-27-2008, 08:03 PM	#18 (permalink)
kabe65 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 28	Hmmmmm....some good uplifting stuff....I would have to go with some Jack Johnson (YouTube - Jack Johnson Flake) or Donavon Frankenreiter (YouTube - Donavon Frankenreiter - Life, Love & Laughter). Those are a couple of my favorite artists and songs

10-28-2008, 10:08 AM	#22 (permalink)
cela Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 191	Has anyone mentioned Fleet Foxes yet? My 'band of the moment'. Harmonies like you wouldn't believe. swoon

10-29-2008, 02:51 AM	#24 (permalink)
cela Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 191	Glad to hear they were good live, Dan. Will be seeing them in Oz in January. Another rec for catalyst: Doves I find the song in that link (Catch the Sun) quite uplifting.

11-14-2008, 03:23 AM	#25 (permalink)
dali Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: scotland Posts: 218	Sufjan Stevens Rilo Kiley CSS Daft Punk Gotan Project

11-14-2008, 02:16 PM	#26 (permalink)
frajilthunder Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 232	John Butler Trio -- Grand National Lot's of different musical styles, lyrics range from politics, love, carpe diem. Dude plays an accoustic 11 string (he takes the 2nd g string off so he can play lead on it) through fuzz, wah, etc. Lot's of slide guitar and open tunings. Enjoy!

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SilverFirePrime Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 16	Power Metal is great for uplifting energetic stuff, although it is still fairly heavy (and highly cheesy too ) Here are some of my faves, although there is SO much more I could list Angra - Nova Era Aquaria - And Let the Show Begin, Your Majesty Gaia Freedom Call - Warriors, Wings of Eternity Sonata Arctica - Victoria's Secret, San Sebastian Rhapsody of Fire - Emerald Sword, Land of Immortals Insania - Land of the Wintersun

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11-15-2008, 08:29 AM	#29 (permalink)
Eric Revelin Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 302	I'd highly recommend an instrumental rock band called God is an Astronaut. Their official website: ^ GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT ^ You can hear full-length previews of their songs on MySpace: MySpace.com - God Is An Astronaut - Glen of the Downs - Ambient / Rock / Electronica - www.myspace.com/godisanastronaut Another band that I really enjoy is The Protomen. They took an old video game from the 1980s and they made a rock opera about it. The first part of it ends on somewhat of a somber note, but the first part of the second act is easily one of the most inspiring songs I've ever heard. Their official site: THE PROTOMEN "Breaking Out" demo from the second act: YouTube - The Protomen-Breaking Out

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Dev Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 194	I would suggest Indian instrumental. Listen to Pandit Ravishankar on Sitar, Zakir Hussain on Tabla, Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasiya on Flute, Jugalbandi(Competition- i don't know if this the right word) of both Tabla & Flute, Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma on Santoor. I bet you will like it. It will not only be pleasant on your ears but also soothing to the soul. The best part is these & other Indian instrumental musics are also created for certain hours during the day & night, seasons etc. I suggest you listen to it atleast once.