The Music I Can’t Stop Listening To
From R&B bops to Afrobeats, these four selections have been playing nonstop since they were released! Hopefully they’ll get me through the rest of #QuarantineSummer #Afrobeats #Instamusic #SummerBops #DanceHall #Soul #HipHop #Streaming #PoloG #Future #UziVert #MosesSumney
Rema Photo Credit: Medium
Nigerian rapper and singer, Divine Ikubor (Rema), recently released a song entitled “Beamer (Bad Boys). This song channels a lighter, more R&B-infused vibe similar to that of Mr. Eazi, Maleek Berry and a few other Afrobeats artists. Featured on this track is international singer, Becky G. I literally can’t stop listening to it!
Future Photo Credit: Sneaker Report
Future’s new album, “High Off Life” is what gen z would describe as “a whole mood.” Despite the Quarantine we’re all experiencing as a result of COVID-19, this album has plenty of songs that feature the artists we love hearing on the radio during summer; Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Baby and Drake to name a few.
Sumney Photo Credit: Genius
Alternative artist Moses Sumney released “grae,” an album consisting of a series of short songs that lean more into his alternative sound than R&B. More importantly, he managed to get Jill Scott to feature on a song and sampled her song, “Cross My Mind.” This is the music I listen to when I’m just wanting to relax with my beverage of choice, likely on a Saturday evening.
Polo G Photo Credit: Hot New Hip Hop
Polo G is a rapper that I recently discovered and whose music I absolutely love. In his recent album, “The Goat,” the artist manages to merge both meaningful, heartfelt songs with the lighthearted summer bops we all want to blast in the car after leaving a day party. Whenever I want a boost, this album is my go-to.
Report: Julian Alexander Randall
Quarantine Playlist
Quarantining and social distancing is definitely starting to get everyone a bit stir crazy. But how do you unwind and really sink into your moods? Music. Here’s a quick playlist to get you through the day and all the different vibes you may be feeling.
Quarantining and social distancing during this pandemic is definitely starting to get everyone a bit stir crazy. Jumping from Zoom calls to another, meeting your boss or talking to your professors about the final or project has got everyone crazy. But how do you unwind and really sink into your moods? Music. Here’s a quick playlist to get you through the day and all the different vibes you may be feeling.
For the quick workout:
Cardio, yoga, and those 15- pounds are all we can do at home since we can’t go to the gym anymore. So we’re going to compensate. Hold that pose a bit longer, run that extra half mile, or just one more rep. Here are some songs to get that heartbeat jumping.
Instructions- Jax Jone (feat. Demi Lovato, Stefflon Don)
Stayin’ Alive- The Bee Gees
Work R3HAB Remix- Rihanna, Drake, R3HAB
Blueberry Faygo- Lil Mosey
Bali- Rich Brian (feat. Guapdad 4000)
Lo-fi Work Zone:
Though we’re social distancing, we still have to work. Some of us have finals, projects, presentations, dissertations, and such to finish up. These are great to listen to when you just need some chill background noise to work to.
Unfaithful- H E R B
We Used to Talk Every Night - Elijah Who
Cruzin’ - Orca Vibe
Bossa- Soulwanderer
Black Coffee - Nicobox
When we just need to cry a bit:
Never bottle up your emotions, and plus we’re home we can let it out. Grab a box of tissues with these heartbreakers. Let it all out, cause that's just how it is sometimes.
Someone You Loved - Lewis Capaldi
When The Party’s Over - Billie Eilish
When I Was Your Man - Bruno Mars
Fall Apart - Post Malone
Who Hurt You? - Daniel Caesar
Songs that released in 2020:
2020 has definitely been a whirlwind, but also had some hot releases. And there’s more to come for this year. Look out for Lady Gaga’s new album coming May 29, which was delayed due to the current pandemic. The album is rumored to feature Ariana Grande, BLACKPINK, and Elton John.
Intentions - Justin Bieber
Blinding Lights - The Weeknd
Old Me - 5 Seconds of Summer
ON - BTS Stupid
Love - Lady Gaga
Silly Watch - Lil Uzi Vert
Boss B*itch - Doja Cat
Hangout with your friends over Zoom:
Here are some party hits to have with your friends during that weekly Zoom call, FaceTime, whichever you use. Party it up, virtually of course.
The Box- Roddy Ricch
Gimme Love- Joji
Savage Remix - Megan Thee Stallion (feat. Beyonce)
Rockstar - Post Malone (feat. 21 Savage)
SUGAR - BROCKHAMPTON
Album covers from the respective artists.
Report: Katie Mok
Sunday Chill
This Sunday Chill playlist is an eclectic mix of soulful sounds of sex, love and passion.
This Sunday Chill playlist is an eclectic mix of soulful sounds of sex, love and passion. We found some songs that would help relax and sing along as you clean or enjoy a good book. Whatever it is that you plan on doing while listening, you’ll be entering a peaceful vibe to help you conquer the week ahead. Rejuvenate. Groove. And enjoy.
Curated by Access intern, Bria (@briakiara_)
At the rise of Covid-19 many of us first questioned the timeline of fashion week and would we see the regular calendar continue - the question weighed over many of us for months! It was refreshing to see design houses and designers across the globe take advantage of the uncertainty and plow into production mode - thus my interest in Jerri Reid New York - The Black Designer based in Brooklyn New York wow’d instagram with his latest collection paying homage to the Black Is King film which debuted earlier this year in July. I was taken aback at quick of a turn round the young designer produced and released his well crafted designs reflecting some of the films most memorable moments.