Music Discovery Mondays - Overlooked Singles of 2015

I already created my annual 'Top Singles and Albums' listicle for 2015 nearly a month ago, and yet, I fear I have overlooked so many exceptional tunes.  Here is one last look at a few late 2015 discoveries before we move on to musical uncharted waters.


1.  Disappointing - John Grant ft. Tracy Thorn

John Grant's brassy baritone compliments both his new electronic disco sound as well as guest vocalist Tracy Thorn's voice.  I can't think of anyone better than John Grant to resurrect Tracy Thorn's career (Everything But The Girl).  In "Disappointing," both Grant and Thorn know how to implement such a melancholy timbre and longing against a discotheque backdrop.







2.  Akt Dit - Dungen

After a five-year hiatus, Swedish psych-rockers Dungen have finally dropped a new album (Allas Sak) as of last September.  Although they haven't strayed from their signature sound, their latest single "Akt Dit" delivers hints of growth and maturity which can only improve their (already) solid discography and artistry.






3.  Necessary Evil - Unknown Mortal Orchestra

Last February, the New Zealand/American band Unknown Mortal Orchestra gained critical success with their third album titled "Multi Love."  Their first single which shares its record's name, earned adoration from both Rolling Stone and Pitchfork critics.  Below I have included my own personal favorite single from that record titled, "Necessary Evil."

Top 8 Predictions for 2016

By 2015, I thought I had seen it all; until Donald Trump decided to run for president.  What is more hair-raising is the fact that he is (still) polling favorably amongst voters.  If 2015 proved that anything is possible, than surely 2016 will prove that many of my predictions are not too out of the ordinary.   Take a peek: 

1.  Now that the Clintons and Trumps are rivals and no longer friends, they will have to pick and choose which friends they can keep and which golf memberships to sustain.


2.  Inspired by the dated Twilight craze, Muslims will soon create 'Team Sunni' and 'Team Shia' shirts in order for others to adequately know where they stand.


3.  The movie streaming giant, Netflix, will generate its own dating site.  Algorithms will pair you up with someone based on your viewing habits.  Bet you can't wait to meet your 'Twin Peaks' soul mate.


4.  Millennial men sporting the 'man bun' in 2015 will endure premature balding due to 'tight burns.'


5.  Adult coloring books will be released featuring all of your favorite congressmen.


6.  Martial artist and now America's sweetheart, Ronda Rousey, will star in a new romantic comedy based on a Nicholas Sparks book that hasn't already been adapted into a movie.


7.  The "Bachelor," Ben Higgins will choose one of two twin contestants as his wife making family get-togethers extremely awkward.


8.  Saturday Night Live will actually be funny again.  (Naw, naw...who are we kidding?)


What are some of your 2016 predictions?

See also: Top 8 Predictions for 2015