Brant's February/March 2026 Playlist

This puppy I got at the Netflix yard sale has
proven to be UNTRAINABLE! 

Late again!  Maybe I should go to quarterly playlists instead of monthly.  This one is so late I'm just calling it February/March.  Life has gotten so hectic and stressful -  we've had two back-to-back winter storms, costs are going up, income is going down.  By the time I get home I just want to curl up in a ball on the couch.  I did finally pull some songs together - I'm just working at a decreased capacity these days.  It's a little bit of everything.  To listen on Spotify, click HERE.  

1.  Don't Include Me {American Dream} (Michael Marcagi) - Cinncinati singer/songwriter kicks us off with some melancholy folk/rock.  

2.  Water Underground (Real Estate) - We last had them on our May 2020 playlist, and now this Indie band is back with more glorious retro stylings!  This is evoking memories of Simon & Garfunkel, the Byrds, and other 1960s bands.  

3.  Florida Man (Gatlin) - Female singer/songwriter has been dropping songs for a few years now, but this is from her first proper album.  Can't wait to hear more from her! 

4.  Lucky Again (Lykke Li) - The latest from Swedish pop star!  

5.  Dance the Pain Away (Haute & Freddy) - This duo has written for everyone from Katy Perry to Britney Spears.  Now they've struck out on their own with some deliciously eccentric 80's-styled dance pop.  

6.  things u h8 abt me (Squid the Kid) - Enigmatic young hip hop artist returns with some funky pop to keep you on the dance floor. 

7.  Devotion (SG Lewis & TEED) - Another selection from this English artist/producer's latest album.  In case you were wondering (I was!) - TEED stands for Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs! 

8.  Delulu (KiiKii) - I love me some K-pop!  This girl group made their debut last year and totally delivered the happy K-pop sound I've come to enjoy.

9.  Liftin' Me Up (Jill Scott) - The queen is back!!!  Rejoice! 

10.  Post Sex Clarity (Lola Young) - Well-deserved Grammy winner is back with more of her signature confessional pop!

11.  I've Got a Broken Heart (the Lemon Twigs) - Another group I enjoyed in 2020 returns with this catchy tune!  

12.  Chimera (the Alarm) - I knew this group mostly from the song "68 Guns", and was pleasantly surprised to see they had a new song out.  Unfortunately lead singer Mike Peters died soon after the song was recorded - so the future of the band seems uncertain at best.  It's still a great finale for a great band.  

13.  Talk to Me Baby (the Bluetonics) - European (I'm guessing Swedish?) trio serves up some bluesy Americana! 

14.  I Don't Want to Go Home (Kita Alexander) - Australian singer/songwriter has a knack for catchy melodies and singalong choruses.  

15.  Dirty Work (King Princess) - Unexpected Steely Dan cover by Brooklyn artist. 

16.  Heavy Foot (Mon Rovîa) - Liberian artist known for blending "Afro-Apppalachian folk with Americana". 

17.  Lonely Night (Trousdale) - We had them on last March's playlist, and now this Country-Pop band is back with more beautiful harmonies. 

18.  I Kinda Like That (Laundry Day) - I'm getting Weezer vibes from this NYC band, and not mad about it! 

19.  Cute Aggression (Perrie) - Another endearing selection from former Little Mix singer's solo album. 

20.  I'm Not Going Anywhere (Morgana) - Haunting vocals over driving electronic beats from Irish singer/songwriter.  I can totally hear a Kate Bush influence.  

21.  Starlight (Sumner) - Australian duo closes us out with some upbeat pop!  

So that's our February/March playlist!  Hopefully I'll be back on schedule by April.  See you then! 

Brant's January 2026 Playlist

Happy New Year?  I'm not convinced.  But thank you!

Whoa.  We actually made it through 2025.  People keep saying "Happy New Year" and all I can think is, that seems optimistic.  Personally - my health insurance premiums have tripled, I've got friends getting laid off from their jobs left & right, and groceries are as expensive as ever.  But sure - happy new year.  At least we have some new music to enjoy!  It seems country-tinged to me, but I'll let you decide.  To listen on Spotify, click HERE.

1.  Lose It Again (Hatchie) - We last had her on my June 2022 playlist, and I forgot how much I like her!  Australian singer kicks off our first song of the New Year!

2.  Wantin' Woman (Free Arlo) - Singer/Songwriter Chance Famighetti is bringing Role Model/the Eagles vibes, and me likey!  

3.  d£aler (Lola Young) - British singer/songwriter's latest offering is some toe-tapping escapism with her usual bluntness! 

4. Whiskey Cherry (Clover County) - Frequent Brantworld listee from Athens, GA never disappoints with her heartfelt folk-rock.   

5.  Cherry Reds (Amber Mark) - Did someone say "cherry"?  More good vibes from another fave of mine!

6.  Canal Street (sombr) - An unexpected ballad from one of my favorite new artists (and now a Grammy nominee!).  

7.  Barcelona (Rikas) - We had a Roosevelt remix from them last month, so I was curious to hear more from this German band.  It has a yacht rock/Dire Straits energy to my ears.  

8.  Moody (Royel Otis) - Funky Indie Pop from Australian duo.

9.  If He Wanted To He Would (Perrie) - Little Mix singer goes solo with this powerhouse pop anthem that reminds me of the stuff we'd hear from Shania Twain/Faith Hill in the late-90s! 

10.  Fireworks (Joseph) - More high-energy country from Portland, Oregon trio of sisters.

11.  Keep the Fire Burning /UK Club Mix/ (Gwen McCrae) - Sadly we lost her in 2025, but with soulful grooves like this one (and her biggest hit "Rockin' Chair"), Gwen will never be forgotten.  RIP

12.  Illegal (PinkPantheress feat. Seventeen) - Frenetic beats and slinky vocals from up-and-coming young artist, with an assist from K-pop boy band.  

13.  Baby Blue (SG Lewis with Oliver Sim)  - SG Lewis serves up his trademark soaring beats and XX member Oliver Sim perfectly compliments them with his gorgeous vocals.  

14.  Call Me After Midnight (Bleachers) - With Max Martin producing Taylor Swift's new album, I guess Jack Antonoff had time to return to his own musical output!  This was a nice R&B-influenced selection from the new album. 

15.  Right on Time /RKR Funk Remix/ (Leela James feat. Kincy) - Not many people do modern R&B better than Leela James.  Case in point... 

16.  It Might Have to Be You (Vulfmon feat. Evangeline) - Easygoing jazz from West Coast artist.

17.  Sewers (mehro) - Beatle-esque ballad from another LA artist we've featured previously.

18.  Dearest Madeleine /Dry Season Rhythm/ (Viren Neel feat. Claire Wright) - Trinidadian artist closes us out with some Islandy vibes to warm us up during this chilly winter weather!

So that's our first playlist of 2026!  Stay strong, everyone, and hopefully we'll see you in February.  

Brant's December 2025 Playlist

Here's hoping the rest of this godforsaken year flies by... 

Phew.  It's been a rough couple of months.  Halloween fell apart.  Despite my best efforts, I ended up catching the flu and missing the entire season.  That really sucked.  Then work pushed into high gear and has remained there.  As a result, there was no November playlist, and if not for the Thanksgiving weekend there probably wouldn't have been a December playlist either.  So here we go!  We've got new Roosevelt (yay!) some returning faves, and one or two new artists to check out.  To listen on Spotify, click HERE.  Enjoy, and let's hope 2026 is less intense.  I am fried.    

1.  Bike in L.A. /Roosevelt Remix/ (Rikas) - Roosevelt works his disco magic on Stuttgart band's easygoing alt-rock offering.  German synergy at its best! 

2.  See Me Loving You (the High Points with Louis La Roche) - UK soul to keep the beats going.

3.  Love in the Middle (Kevin Ross) - US R&B singer's latest offering. 

4.  Actor (Conan Gray) - I've been on a Conan Gray kick all year (did you catch him at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade???) so why not finish out 2025 with one of my favorite new(ish) artists!  

5.  Jupiter (Dagny) - Norwegian pop goddess goes minimalist and is kinda giving me Imogen Heap vibes!  

6.  Sad & Beautiful World (Mavis Staples) - Mavis is a national treasure.  End of discussion.  

7.  If I Never Get to Heaven (Ledisi) - I think one of my favorite things about tribute albums is that they always lift up a song I didn't know.  On her tribute to Dinah Washington, Ledisi highlights this tune.  Great artists + great song = great listen.  

8.  Talk to You (Sam Fender feat. Elton John) - This is a bonus track off Sam Fender's latest album!  I didn't realize Elton was his mentor, but the piano assist is a lovely addition.  Comfort food for your ears. 

9.  Kids Table (Bright Eyes with Hurray For The Riff Raff) - This is probably as close as I'll get to a holiday song!  But I did always enjoy sitting with my cousins at the kids table for family get-togethers.  

10.  Make Me Forget (LANY) - Frequent Brantworld listees are back with more delicious dream pop.  

11.  The Wolf (Witch Post) - Electrifying duo serves up some vibrant alt-rock on their debut album!  Can't wait to hear more from them! 

12.  Wildflowers and Wine (Jessie Murph) - This is a bonus track from her "Sex Hysteria" album.   I'm #obsessed

13.  Maybe It's Me (the Strumbellas) - We had this Canadian band on our last playlist, so it was a no-brainer to drop this tune from their latest EP onto December's list!  

14.  Dang (Rainbow Kitten Surprise) - It's always nice to be able to feature bands from my home state!  This NC Indie band is doing well with their latest ditty!

15.  12 to 12 (sombr) - Another of my fave new artists  is killing it with his latest album.  Here's another hit from the young New Yorker. 

16.  Comin' to You (Kishi Bashi) - This almost sounds like a Beach Boys tune put into an AI remixer!  Anyhoo - I like it!  

17.  Diamonds (Leisure) - New Zealand band's latest mid-tempo dance pop offering.  

18.  Returning to Myself (Brandi Carlile) - Brandi has been hanging with Joni Mitchell and I can totally hear the influence!  A gorgeous acoustic ballad to close us out.  

So that's December's playlist.  Here's hoping everyone makes it through the holidays, and I'll see you in 2026!  

Brant's October 2025 Playlist

E'er'body in dis crypt gettin' tipsy!

It's the most wonderful time of the year!!!  I still haven't decided on a Halloween costume, but I do have this month's playlist ready to go.  We've got some new stuff, some not-so-new stuff, and lots of Halloween or at least Halloween-adjacent goodies for your seasonal parties!  Enjoy!  To listen on Spotify, click HERE.

1.  She Got the Moon (Berry Juice feat. Deirdre) - No word on if Berry Juice is related to Beetlejuice, but I dug the spooky, nighttime vibes of this song and figured it was a nice way to start us off! 

2.  Software (Hotel Apache) - Is New Jack Swing making a comeback???  [See also - Sabrina Carpenter's "House Tour"]  I'd be fine with that!  

3.  In Plain Sight (Khalid) - Frequent Brantworld listee is back with some danceable pop.

4.  Little By Little (Nicholas Cangiano) - Canadian singer/songwriter serves up some slinky soul!

5.  Skin of My Teeth (the Strumbellas) - More glorious music from our friends up North!  We've had the Strumbellas on two previous playlists, and I always love their retro 60's garage band stylings!  

6.  1st World Blues (Bright Eyes) - Two things I love (Conor Oberst & ska) come together in one glorious package!  The pointed lyrics are especially relevant these days.  

7.  That Old Black Magic (Keely Smith & Louis Prima) - A mid-century classic that's perfect for Halloween cocktails!  Can't believe I haven't put this on previous playlists! 

8.  Let's Dream in the Moonlight (Laufey) - One of my fave new artists covers Billie Holiday?!?  Yes, please!

9.  Vampire Bat (Glass Animals) - Groovy Indie rock with a Halloween slant!

10.  Chambermaid (Suzanne Vega) - Some songwriters just live within my DNA.  Suzanne Vega is one of them.  Since her debut album in 1985, I have adored this woman.  What a treat to have her drop a new album!  This tribute to Bob Marley was a standout for me.  

11.  Ain't As Pretty a Blue (Fleeland) - More comforting acoustic folk.  I couldn't find out much about this band, but hopefully we'll be hearing more from them.

12.  The Cut That Always Bleeds /Live/ (Conan Gray) - I saw Conan last week!  This live track absolutely captures the vibe - EVERYONE was singing along.  This kid has some serious vocal range, too.  Catch him if he comes to your town!

13.  My Only Angel (Aerosmith & YUNGBLUD) - Aerosmith is NOT afraid to team up with some young 'uns, and the results are always fantabulous!  First Run DMC in the 1980s - now YUNGBLUD.  Great musical synergy by two great artists.    

14.  Space Between Us (Franc Moody) - I'm getting ELO vibes from this UK band in all the best ways.  

15.  The Bellboy /One Last Crush/ (Suki Waterhouse) - Atmospheric rock ballad from UK artist and frequent Brantworld listee.  Back in the day we would've lit our lighters and swayed to the music as she sang this on stage!

16.  Na$ty (Kirby) - Funky R&B with a message!  "Memphis-born, Mississippi-bred" singer/songwriter has penned tunes for everyone from Ariana Grande to Kanye West!  

17.  Ramblin' Jones (Whiskey Myers) - Texas band keeps the Southern funk vibe going!

18.  All Around Cowboy (Charley Crockett) - We had him on last month's playlist, and I'm still enjoying Charley's latest album!  Here's another fave pick.  

19.  Unholy /Disclosure Remix/ (Sam Smith & Kim Petras) - This got overplayed in the clubs when it was released, but it makes a lovely addition to any Halloween party playlist! 

20.  After Dark (Pattie Brooks) - Far be it for me to neglect to add a disco tune to any party playlist!  It's not exactly a Halloween song, but the themes are definitely Halloween-adjacent.  And with a driving beat such as this, do we really care???  

So that's October's playlist!  Hope everyone has a spook-tacular Halloween and I'll see you in November! 

Brant's September 2025 Playlist

I'M MAKING PLAYLISTS GREAT AGAIN!!!  EVERYONE SAYS SO.   
PEOPLE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT IT! 

With the holiday weekend already underway, I decided to put September's playlist out early.  I leaned into the rock stuff, but there's a little bit of everything.  Hope everyone has a great holiday weekend!  To listen on Spotify, click HERE.

1.  Paint a Picture (the Hives) - I didn't realize how much I missed these guys until their new album came out.  If there were ever a time we needed rebellious rock-n-roll, I'd say it's now.  As Paste Magazine so eloquently says:  "As the United States' plunge into mouth-breathing Christofascist authoritarianism, both inevitable and ahead of schedule against expectation, caps off a worldwide embrace of strongman leadership buttressed by crony morons and fueled by subcultures whose loudest voices are only in the game to profit from oppression, cruelty, and hatred - a full-throated 'fuck you' is required."

2.  Balcony (Teen Jesus & the Jean Teasers) - And the award for Best Band Name goes to... They also serve up some energizing punk rock!  

3.  I Wish I Knew How to Quit You (Sombr) - Young up and comer, featured in June's playlist, has dropped a full album!  He's definitely one to watch moving forward.  

4.  Take a Sexy Picture of Me (CMAT) - My friend Tyler actually mentioned this song to me weeks ago.  I made a mental note but didn't follow up and actually listen to the song until recently.  Should've known I'd grow to love it!  I'd had CMAT on my April 2022 playlist, but she had slipped off my radar.  The lesson is:  Surround yourself with people who have great taste in music.  They'll keep you on track even when you get distracted! 

5.  Twin Flame (the Aces) - Catchy pop rock from reliable Indie band.  

6.  Supersonic Love Divine (Paavo with Billy Vena) - The best comeback song Justin Timberlake never released!  

7.  Cinnamon Light /Desert Fire Mix/ (Alison Goldfrapp) - Hard to believe it's been 20 years since "Supernature" came out!  Goldfrapp continues to release great EDM to this day.  

8.  Some of My Best Friends Are the Blues (Melissa Morgan) - I recently caught Melissa Morgan in concert.  She opened with this great number, and I knew it would be a fantabulous night.  It's nice to see jazz is still thriving in certain circles.  

9.  The Question (Balu Brigada) - New Zealand Indie rockers are still going strong!  This is from their sophomore album, "Portal".  

10.  Castle in Hollywood (Laufey) - More jazzy vibes from frequent Brantworld listee.  

11.  Cudn't Be Me (Jessie Reyez) - This Canadian singer/songwriter is becoming one of my go-to's for great R&B.  

12.  Old School Love (Easy Freak) - South African duo has definitely studied at the School of Nile Rodgers, and I'm here for it!  Summery R&B disco.  

13.  Lighthouse (Tim Atlas & NoMBe) - Easygoing jazzy house perfect for late-night relaxing and cocktails.  

14.  Waiting to Love You (Ruston Kelly) - Kacey Musgraves' husband is a fantastic singer/songwriter on his own!  Check him out if you haven't already.  

15.  Crucified Son (Charley Crockett) - Worth buying for the album cover alone (I told a fraternity brother he looks like a recurring villain on "Dukes of Hazzard"!) - but the Southern country rock is on point as well!  

16.  Los Angeles (Big Thief) - Warm, acoustic folk that surrounds you like a hug.  

17.  Caramel (Conan Gray) - The latest from American pop singer!  Can't wait to see him in concert this month! 

18.  Blurry Lights (Ax & the Hatchetmen feat. Albert Hammond Jr) - Chicago rockers team up with a member of the Strokes for this headbanging ditty!  

19.  Bloodline (Truman Sinclair) - Old school Bob Dylan-styled folk/rock from young singer/songwriter. 

20.  The Actor (Willow Avalon) - We last had this Georgia singer/songwriter on last March's playlist!  She was recently named one of the Top Artists to Watch 2025 by "The Tennessean".  

21.  Night & Day (DUX feat. Stan Taylor) - I don't know much about this artist, but I love the Micheal Jackson circa "Off the Wall" years vibe!  

So that's September's playlist!  Hope everyone has a great month and I'll see you in October! 

Brant's August 2025 Playlist

These "kiss cams" are adding a whole new element of risk to concert-going!

Phew!  I wasn't sure I'd get this playlist out on time.  It was almost done and then I noticed a few new songs dropped today!  Anyhoo - there's no real theme to this month's list, other than a more-than-usual amount of reboots/alternate versions/remixes.  The summer vibes are still going, along with a few returning favorites and booty-shakin' dance ditties.  Enjoy!  To listen on Spotify, click HERE.

1.  All My Life (Duke Dumont & Panama) - This is sure to pop up on some summer festival DJ playlists in the next few months!  

2.  Ring, Ring, Ring (Tyler, the Creator) - Tyler, the Creator skews a bit retro with this fun hip hop offering.  Sounds like something New Edition might've done back in the day!

3.  Sun /summer version/ (Derik Fein) - Funky pop rock from Nashville singer-songwriter.

4.  Ghost Town (Purple Disco Machine feat. Retrosonix) - Purple Disco Machine never disappoints!  Unapologetic neo-disco with powerhouse vocals!  

5.  Jeans (Jessie Reyez feat. Miguel) - Last seen on Brantworld's March 2020 playlist, this Canadian chanteuse teams up with R&B star Miguel for a lighthearted love song.  

6.  Touch Me Like a Gangster (Jessie Murph) - Zach turned me on to this artist! I'm definitely getting Elle King vibes from her!  Can't wait to see what's next for this promising young singer. 

7.  Favorite Thing (Nathan Farrell feat. Lawrence) - What's more summery than East Coast beach music?  Timeless soul from NYC artist.  

8.  The Subway (Chappell Roan) - Just dropped today!!!  Slightly emo new single from pop music's "It" girl!  

9.  Vodka Cranberry (Conan Gray) - I just got my tickets for Conan's upcoming concert in Charlotte!  Can't wait to see him live.  

10.  Crystal Tears (Janne Schra) - Easygoing folk-rock from Dutch artist.

11.  The Longest Goodbye (Role Model feat. Laufey) - Two of my favorite young artists team up for this ragtime-adjacent saloon tune. 

12.  Lookin' at You, I Forgot (Rachael & Vilray) - Breezy jazz from NYC duo. 

13.  Real Thing (Drugdealer & Weyes Blood) - Lordy I love this woman's voice.  I caught her show last year and she sounds just as good in person.  This perfectly suited song sounds like Karen Carpenter singing a Carole King classic.  

14.  Fire for You /midnight version/ (Cannons) - This is from 2019, but seems like I heard it somewhere and immediately Shazam'd it.  Perfect for slow dancing at the prom (if you're in the appropriate age group to be doing that, which I'm not!). 

15.  Don't Speak (Wet Leg) - I'm still grooving to Wet Leg's latest album!!!  Check it out if you haven't already.  

16.  Crazy Train (Ozzy Osbourne) - I don't think it was possible to be a teenager in the 1980s and not hear this song.  Hard to believe Ozzy is gone.  RIP.

17.  New Walk New Talk (Noel Gourdin) - Classic R&B from Boston artist. 

18.  Lover Girl (Laufey) - Two Laufey songs on one playlist???  You're welcome.  This one is definitely more bossa nova than "The Longest Goodbye" (#11), but I love them both!  

19.  Nausicaä (Cameron Winter) - I saw this artist on a recent "Best of 2025" list, so decided to check him out.  It's certainly unconventional - somewhere in Rufus Wainwright and Tom Waits territory - but I like it! 

20.  Sorry I'm Late, I Didn't Want to Come /Roosevelt Remix/ (the Wombats) - Another unexpected pairing of artists that I was excited to see (and hear!).  

21.  21. Night of May /Roisto Remix/ (Juicy Lemon Club) - I figured we'd end on some more dance/funk.  This Swiss band totally fit the bill!  

So that's August's playlist!  Stay cool and I'll see ya next month!  

Brant's July 2025 Playlist

When escapism is the only thing keeping you going... 

Welp, today a lot of people's worst nightmare came true as Trump and his goons pushed the "Big Beautiful Bill" through.  More people of color will get deported, nearly 12 million Americans will lose their health insurance, and the national debt will increase by about $3 trillion.  But at least corporations will get tax cuts!  Anyway, this month's playlist was built with escapism and summer in mind.  We've got some calypso, some reggae, bossa nova and anything else designed to take your mind off current events.  Hope you enjoy.  To listen on Spotify, click HERE.

1.  We Rise (Yung Bredda) - Why not start us off with some upbeat calypso, from Trinidadian soca musician Yung Bredda!  

2.  Pirouette (Zola Simone feat. Tomas) - Peppy Indie R&B from New York artist.

3.  Good Times (Nerd in Disco) - Good song from an album with a REALLY bad cover!  

4.  How It's Gonna Be (Nectar Woode) - We last had her on February 2024's playlist, and now this Ghanian/English singer/songwriter is back with more catchy soul!

5.  Spiral /butter version/ (Sofi Tukker) - Unexpected and delightful bossa nova version of their 2024 dance ditty.  

6.  Damage Is Done (Vacation Manor) - Another selection from Lynchburg, VA band's latest EP.

7.  Messy (Lola Young) - Confessional (and confrontational!) pop from South London singer/songwriter.

8.  CPR (Wet Leg) - Frequent Brantworld listees are back with this intense and darkly humorous expression of emotion. 

9.  Hold My Love (Hans Williams) - Folk-rock from New Orleans artist. 

10.  Oh So Close, Yet So Far (Shannon & the Clams) - I first heard this band on the soundtrack to something I was watching, and immediately gravitated to their 1960s garage band vibes!

11.  Shapeshifter (Lorde) - Lorde is back and the emo gays rejoice (as well they should!). 

12.  Skanking Loud (Fatbabs) - Fun reggae from Grammy nominated French artist. 

13.  Suzanne (Mark Ronson & RAYE) - The man who actually made Bruno Mars listenable is back with this tasty new offering!  

14.  Los Angeles (Cal in Red) - Easygoing pop/rock from Michigan duo. 

15.  Family Affair (Sly & the Family Stone) - It's hard to imagine someone whose influence on music was greater - Sly Stone played Woodstock AND the Harlem Cultural Festival in 1969, reaching fans across every genre and cultural heritage.  His band, the Family Stone, was a walking argument for DEI hires!  This racially integrated, mixed gender band could funk out with the best of them.  They would go on to sell millions of records and influence artists from Maroon 5 to Prince.  Sly and the Family Stone were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993.  Sly may be gone, but his music will "Stand!" forever.  This is one of my fave Sly Stone tunes.  RIP 

16.  Catching Feelings (Cerrone & Christine and the Queens) - Unexpected pairing of a disco legend and French singer/songwriter!  

17.  Cowboy Killers (Solo Kei) - Breezy Indie pop perfect for cruising down the highway with the windows open (or I guess maybe on horseback since he's singing about cowboys!). 

18.  Sound & Light (Alison Goldfrapp) - Josh happily messaged me to let me know we had new Goldfrapp!  Can't wait for the new album, but this will do nicely in the meantime.  

19.  I Couldn't Sleep (Laura Stevenson) - I'm getting Waxahatchee and Nanci Griffith vibes from this Long Island singer/songwriter!  

20.  Something Cool (June Christy) - Hard to believe it's been 35 years since June Christy passed.  Sadly she really wasn't on my radar until recently.  Anyway, this seemed like a nice song to end July's playlist with - there's nothing like something cool on a summer evening, and nobody was cooler when it came to mid-century jazz! 

So that's July's playlist!  Hope to see you in August.