Category Archives for Music
Late Bloomers, I/2015
“Hey, you’re not writing again!” is what an imaginary reader of my blog might have said (read: myself), and indeed it’s been quite some time since I last wrote something in this space, but this time the reason is more technical … Continue reading
Drifting: a playlist
You are most likely laying in the comfort on your own bed now, a Saturday morning that you can finally enjoy after weeks of working overtime and other bustling activities. You rest your head on your pillow, staring at the ceiling … Continue reading
Swimming: a playlist
You are staring at your screen right now, perhaps, when you are supposedly doing something else of higher importance. But it’s justifiable. You’ve had a long week and need just a moment to catch some air. You could make a … Continue reading
Something different to listen to
Do you commute daily and often spent the trip aimlessly looking at the traffic jam? Do you drive daily and hate yourself because you accidentally deleted everything but Skrillex in your iPod? If so, do yourself a favor and go … Continue reading
Rhye – Woman
December is not here (yet), but I’m calling it already: Rhye’s Woman is my favorite album of 2013. Calm, minimalist soul-infused lounge music? It’s either I’m getting old or the current trend of music is going in a good way. … Continue reading
Sunshower: a playlist
It’s the peak of rainy season here in Bandung. Which means it rains day and night, leaving everyone snuggling in their warm blanket and hot tea and influenza — except when it’s never actually like that. Most of ITB … Continue reading
Gossamer
Passion Pit’s second LP, Gossamer, has been on my playlist over the last month, and for a good reason. The album is no Beatles masterpiece nor Neutral Milk Hotel cult classic. It’s pop. A very effective pop. Gossamer is something … Continue reading
Six months, six albums: 2011/1
Now, it’s a proper time to write again about all the good records released within the past semester, since it’s holiday and I’ve got more free time than… ever. I know June isn’t over yet, but I’m not going to … Continue reading
Annual #1
This one is a draft I’ve forgotten for the past few weeks, so I’ll just post it now. Some of my favorite tracks from the past year. It’s weird that I got sick around the exact same time as I … Continue reading
Sleeping soundly
There are times when you just can’t sleep, no matter how grueling your day was. Your eyes are closed but your mind is running a series of imagery of things you have to do as soon as you wake up … Continue reading