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PorchDrinking Playlist

Beer and Music. Let’s have a good time.

PorchDrinking Playlist | Melodies for Arctic Hearts

January 13, 2015 |

Embracing the cold calls for warm coats, cold winter ales (or, hot toddies), and a good ol’ fashioned winter-themed playlist. This week’s list, a compilation of melodies for arctic hearts, … Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Happy New Years Playlist!

December 31, 2014 |

Let’s face it, New Years is always a little over hyped. There’s always so much pressure, people usually get a little too drunk, and if you go out anywhere there’s bound to be way too many people. But lets get back to focusing on new beginnings, starting with a clean slate and not worrying so much about the little things. Here’s a New Years Playlist to start your year off right as well as a special treat from our friends at Run River North! Happy New Years y’all!

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PorchDrinking Playlist | A Very Sufjan Christmas

December 16, 2014 |

With two “box-set” holiday albums (i.e. multi-CD conglomerates) overflowing with merry melodies, this playlist is inspired by indie singer-songwriter Sufjan Stevens and his unashamed Christmas proclivities. From renditioning the classics, … Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Christmas Decorating Inspiration

December 2, 2014 |

Yeah, we get that it’s a bit early for a full Christmas playlist, but we also get that you probably need a bit of inspiration for your holiday decorating. So here’s something to play while you set up the tree and try desperately not to fall off the roof of your house. We’ve included a variety of tracks from Sufjan Stevens, Run DMC and Bruce Springsteen. Ideally you’ll be the cool folks playing the amazing Christmas playlist for the rest of the month. Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Thanksgiving Playlist Part 2

November 25, 2014 |

Just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday, this week’s playlist features songs of recognition and gratefulness. Whether it be Röyksopp’s futuristic cognizance of friendship, Earth, Wind & Fire’s gospel praise “Gratitude”, or Chance the Rapper’s affection for family, these songs surely subsume the various ways to give thanks. And if one Thanksgiving playlist wasn’t enough, perhaps revisit our offering from last year. Thanks for listening! Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | No Shave November

November 18, 2014 |

This playlist pays homage to the artists not needing to participate in No Shave November. May the ‘stache live forever, yo!

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PorchDrinking Hibernation Playlist | Bear Bands

November 11, 2014 |

Photo Courtesy of www.rollingstone.com

In honor of this past weekend’s transition into Daylight Savings time (ok Arizona, we get it, you’re on Team NF), we thought we’d put together a little … Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Halloween Music (Spooky Scary Edition)

October 28, 2014 |

Whether you’ll be throwing a mid-week party or just need some entertainment while warding off pre-teens intent on egging your house, we’ve set up the perfect playlist of Halloween music for you. Ranging from DJ Jazzy Jeff and Fresh Prince’s A Nightmare On My Street to Psycho Killer by the Talking Heads, our playlist covers just about every genre of music we could fit into a 2 hour run-time. Enjoy! Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Indie Folk

October 21, 2014 |

Last week, a friend invited me to see Marketa Irglova, a musician that pleases my folksy proclivities. Known for The Swell Season, as well as her refulgent role in the movie … Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Kele of Bloc Party, New Album: Trick

October 14, 2014 |

With the release of his newest album, “Trick,” Kele Okereke surpasses his previously successful stint as a solo artist. Speaking to Billboard, “I feel like you become more confident in every … Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | September’s New Music

October 7, 2014 |

New music coming at you this week! This playlist includes September’s new releases—all the great new music you should have discovered last month— featuring recent hits from Kendrick Lamar, SOHN and Yelle. The remaining songs are a mix of rap, hip-hop and electro-pop; just the right amount of energy to fire up for the beginning of Autumn!

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PorchDrinking Playlist | Cut Copy

September 23, 2014 |

The Australian electronic band Cut Copy, though formed in 2001, has become more successful these past few years with their appearance at large music festivals such as Governors Ball, SxSW and Lollapalooza, as well as the release of their hit albums “In Ghost Colours” and “Free Your Mind.” Their eclectic pop vibes, though youthful and lighthearted, are admirable and majestic, despite their seasoned veteran status. This playlist features some of the best Cut Copy songs, in my opinion, yet also includes singles from other bands that have similarly fresh sounds.

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PorchDrinking Playlist | Justin Vernon

September 16, 2014 |

Though Wisconsinite Justin Vernon “made it big” with Bon Iver, many are unaware of his peregrine productivity and diffuse collaborations. From a Hip-Hop/R&B partnership with Kanye West, to bluesy Carolina Folk ballads with … Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Nascent Fall

September 9, 2014 |

As the summer winds down and traces of autumn emerge, I can’t help but share my enthusiasm for the best time of year. Whether it be the temperature descent, the color … Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Discovering New Music

August 19, 2014 |

Thanks to highly accessible music sites like Pandora and Spotify, little effort is needed to discover new music. However, these radio stations can be repetitive as well as incompetent in their periodic integration of new … Read More

Brunch Playlist

August 13, 2014 |

Weekend brunch. A meal which beseeches quick decision making and hyper-analysis of a restaurant’s menu. One is often faced with the difficult question: should I order breakfast or lunch?

This past weekend, my … Read More

WYSBLT | New Music Summer 2014 Playlist

August 5, 2014 | 1

I’ll freely admit it, I’m totally that “guy” when it comes to music. I’ll proudly puff out my chest bearing a hipster badge when it comes to discovering tremendous band that no one … Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Lollapalooza Highlights

July 29, 2014 |

The most anticipated–yet also most frustrating–aspect of large music festivals (especially one like Lollapalooza) is the abundance of performing artists.  With five stages spanning the majority of Grant Park (319 acres!), one can imagine … Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Rap Roster

July 22, 2014 |

At Pitchfork Music Festival this past weekend, each of the performing rappers were preceded by a short, 5-minute DJ set. This week’s playlist is inspired by this new wave of rap … Read More

PorchDrinking Playlist | Pitchfork Music Festival Playlist

July 15, 2014 |

Pitchfork Music Festival makes an annual appearance in two cities: Paris, France and Chicago, IL. Though many Chicagoans choose to see the major summer headliners at Lollapalooza, the Pitchfork experience … Read More