It's Friday-Reader's Pick

Today's pick is a bit different.  This one's from 'runninHIGH' (awesome, right?) who shared the bands that inspire him as opposed to specific songs.  Sometimes it's just too hard to narrow it down.  Aren't we lucky that this is often the case?  Thanks for sharing.

Listen to these:**
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - Baby 81  
Gary Clark Jr. - The Bright Lights - EP  
Band of Horses - Cease to Begin  
Buffalo Killers - Let It Ride  
Arctic Monkeys - Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not  
Silversun Pickups - Carnavas  

** Links are to the artists' bestselling album.  Figured I'd provide a place to start.

It's Friday - Reader's Pick

From Jane S.   She's young and spritely and her enthusiasm is tangible.  I try to stand near her with the hope that some if it will rub off on me.  Her first choice, a song by the Strokes (love em), motivates her with its fast beat.  Her second one by Mika, she likes simply because it has a lot of energy.  Have already added both to my playlist.  I think you should, too. Thanks for sharing, Janie.

Listen to this:
What Ever Happened - The Strokes  
and
Grace Kelly - Mika  

It's Friday - Reader's Pick & OISELLE SALE

From LT.  The first one, she claims, has a groovy vibe.  The second one, she tells me, makes her want to skip down the street.  Go listen...you'll get it.  Thanks for sharing!

Listen to this:
St. Petersburg - Brazilian Girls  
and
Port of Call - Beirut   (reader's note: give this one time and let the horns kick in - so fantastic)


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It's Friday - Reader's Pick

From D. H.  This one is fresh and totally different.  The band, she tells me, is a bluegrass band with a great contemporary sound.  Now, I'm interested.  I wouldn't normally run with this type of music, but this one makes me reconsider.  I dig it.  And after a little exploration on my end, I'd also add that the rest of their album, "Who's Feeling Young Now" is worth a listen.  Thanks for sharing, D.

Listen to this:
Movement and Location - Punch Brothers  

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From Kim F.  After seeing Green Day's American Idiot musical (which she thought was awesome), she has been loving their song, 'Holiday', to workout to.  She also likes Gotye's, 'Somebody That I Used to Know' though she claims this song is better somewhere in the middle of a run once you are in the zone.  Thanks for sharing, Kim!

Listen to this:
Holiday - Green Day   
and
Somebody That I Used To Know - Gotye (feat. Kimbra) 

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From V. Marcina who was kind enough to send these along when she read that I was low on suggestions.  Perfect timing.  Personally, I dig both of them.  Thanks for sharing.  Enjoy.

Listen to this:
Home - Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros  
and

Little Talks - Of Monsters and Men* 

*This was a song of the day in the past, but it's worth the second post.

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From Christina H.  She's pretty and sweet and quiet and yet she's a total badass and a hard core rocker at the same time.  Not many people can pull that off.  She also likes to weasel up to the front row with me at live shows.  So nice to have a wingman who will do that with you.   Thanks for sharing, Stina!

Listen to this:
Good Time - Leroy  
&
Fake It - Seether  

It's Friday - Reader's Pick

Today's 'Reader's Pick' is from yours truly.  There are several reasons for this.  First, I've been home sick all day and have had ample time to explore the depths of my music library.  Second, a good song always gives me a boost, which I could use right now.  And finally, I couldn't muster up the energy to push someone for their pick the way I usually do when I'm low on suggestions.  So, here you go.  Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Listen to this:

Brazen - Heartless Bastards 

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From Jackie R. who I'm in awe of because, among so many other things, he can pull off 12 miles at 4:30 in the morning and still show up at school to drop off his daughter with a smile on his face.  Unbelievable.  Thanks for sharing, Jackie.

Listen to this:
Countdown - Beyonce  

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From Anonymous who writes, "Get your groove on, baby!"  I love it.  Thanks for sharing.

This Head I Hold - Electric Guest  

It's Friday - Reader's Pick

From Kara P.   She likes anything by the Black Crowes.  This one is classic; from their album 'Amorica' which I, personally, think is one of their best.  Thanks for sharing, Kara.

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Listen to this:
Wiser Time - The Black Crowes 

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From Molly B.  Oh, how we rocked out on our long drive from NY to SF.  Given it that it was almost 15 years ago, I will hold off on sharing the songs we were gigging to.  Let's just say that we're both embarrassed about it today.  This one, however, is timeless.  Not only is it perfect for running but it will always put you in a good mood.  Thanks for sharing, Mol!

Listen to this:
We Can Work It Out - Stevie Wonder  

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From M. Saxe.  A good assortment of songs here.  Works for running, dancing, driving, whatever.  For some of us, variety is key.  Thanks for sharing!

Listen to this:
Shake It Out - Florence + The Machine  
Rihanna - We Found Love   
Pounding - Doves  

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From Mary Ellen F.  She loves the whole album, but this one is her favorite.  These guys seem to be very popular among RWM readers...good for both running and cutting a rug.  Thanks for sharing!

Listen to this:
Short Skirt/Long Jacket - Cake  

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From "TheKidfromtheLou".  He claims that both of these songs get him pumped up before a run or a race.  And, as he says, make sure to "blast em!"  Thanks for sharing.

Listen to this:
My Body - Young the Giant  

and
Take the World - She Wants Revenge

It's Friday - Reader's Pick & Holiday Bonus

From FXMarkey.  He had so many suggestions that it warrants a little list.  Check it twice because there is some good stuff on there.  Thanks for sharing!


Listen to these:
Run - Gnarles Barkley   
Slow Show - The National   
Wolf Like Me - TV on the Radio  
Dare - Gorrillaz  
Comfort Eagle (the album) - Cake 




ALSO:
HAVE YOU SEEN THIS? 
Legend of the Christmas 5K - from the RUN THE EDGE blog.
The humor is amazing and the message at the end so true.  Worth a read when you have the time.  

It's Friday - Reader's Pick

From 'Treadmill Warrior'.  If this doesn't make you run faster, I don't know what will.  Thanks for sharing.

Listen to this:
Chateau - Rob Dougan  

It's Friday - Reader's Pick

From Wendy B.  She claims she listens to "weird, old stuff."  Works for me.   Thanks for sharing.

Listen to this:
The High Road - The Feelies     
Cherub Rock - Smashing Pumpkins    

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From Dina H. (my live music partner).  Oh, how we miss you!  Thanks for sharing.

Listen to this:
When I'm Small - Phantogram  

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From R.A.  "It starts out slow, once it gets pumping it's all good!"  She tells me she likes to listen to this one on repeat.   Thanks for sharing.

Listen to this:
Lose Yourself - Eminem