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Buzz Feed
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
You Know These Popular Songs, Here Are Some Underrated Jams From The Same Artists
Okay, we're starting out with Miss Americana herself, because Swifties truly run the world! You know "Cruel Summer", but do you know "But Daddy I Love Him"? Diehard Swiftie or not, I'm sure you've heard more than a few Taylor Swift songs in your time. But Taylor's most recent album, The Tortured Poets Department, contains 30 songs, and some are bound to fly under the radar. "But Daddy I Love Him" tells a lighthearted story of a relationship that people don't approve of. It is one of the longer tracks on the album, and it contains a number of lyrics that will make you laugh out loud. It's the perfect song to play during a summer road trip, just be prepared to sing along! If you were on TikTok at all last year, you know "Beautiful Things". Now try Benson Boone's earlier hit, "Before You". We've all screamed along to the chorus of this hit once or twice in our lives. If you like Benson's soulful voice, his earlier hit "Before You" delivers. It has a sweet melody, telling a story of a love that was lost, and boasts the same sing-along factor as all of his other hits. Still dreaming of the "Pink Pony Club"? Listen to one of Chappell Roan's more underrated tracks, "Guilty Pleasure". I swear, everything Chappell Roan releases is a bop. There's not a single track on her album that I don't want to belt in the shower. "Guilty Pleasure" has a catchy chorus, plus it shows off Chappell's phenomenal voice! Dare I say I like it *better* than "Pink Pony Club"? Every summer belongs to Harry Styles, but "Watermelon Sugar" might be a little overplayed by now. Replace it with "Daydreaming"! Nobody loves Harry Styles more than I do (fight me, if you dare), and "Daydreaming" just might be one of my favorites off of his most recent album from---gulp---all the way back in 2022! It has the carefree, summer vibe of Harry's other music, with a catchy intro that's perfect to sing along with. It will truly make you feel like you're living in a daydream! Can't stop singing "Too Sweet" by Hozier? Well, "Someone New" will only get stuck in your head even more! True fans of Hozier will remember "Someone New" from all the way back in 2013, when "Take Me To Church" was Hozier's number one hit. But it most definitely stands the test of time. "Someone New" has an acoustic vibe, with a melody that might get stuck in your head. And don't we all want to adopt Hozier's mindset of falling in love with everyone you're surrounded by, just a little bit? Everyone knows "Espresso", but do you know "Fast Times" from Sabrina Carpenter's 2022 album? This queen cannot make a bad track. "Fast Times" did not get the recognition it deserved when it was first released. It tells the story of a blazing love affair that didn't last for long, and it has the same tongue-and-cheek wit that we're used to from Sabrina. You love that me espresso, but it's time to appreciate the other catchy songs in Sabrina Carpenter's repertoire. You know "Rush" by Troye Sivan? Taste. But "Honey" is even more sweet! Even if you don't know Troye Sivan's music, "Honey" is the perfect addition to your summer playlist. It echoes all of the feelings of discovering a new crush: desire, longing, building up courage to finally talk to the person you've had your eyes on. The synth-pop sound is great for a dance party and a summer barbecue alike. "Vampire" has been stuck in our heads since Olivia Rodrigo released it in 2023. "Ballad Of A Homeschooled Girl" is even more angsty, if you can believe it! Love the anger in "Vampire"? Well, that's only doubled in "Ballad Of A Homeschooled Girl"! This song is great for rocking out to, plus it captures the social awkwardness that we've all felt at one time or another. Olivia Rodrigo knows how to do teenage angst, and we love her for that. Finally, wrap up your summer playlist with "This Song", the newest hit by Conan Gray of "Heather" fame. You might know Conan Gray for his sad bedroom pop, but "This Song" could fit in perfectly with hits by all of the biggest pop artists. It tells the story of a new love, and radiates the pain we've all felt when crushing on someone. Honestly, this song just makes me daydream about someone writing a song like this for me! Did we miss any of your favorites?
The National
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The National
Brandi Carlile poses with Irn-Bru, Scotch whisky and Saltire at Glasgow gig
Carlile, 44, is best known for her hit song, The Story, and has collaborated with artists including Hozier, Miley Cyrus and Alicia Keys. She is currently on her "Lost Time Tour" across the UK, and played at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Thursday night. On her Instagram, she shared an image of her with a Saltire flag, Slatire heart pin badge in her mouth, a bottle of Ardbeg whisky and Scotland's other national drink, with the caption: "FREEDOM!". Former first minister Nicola Sturgeon reshared the image, along with another showing Carlile holding a Saltire on stage, and wrote: "Love @brandicarlile (even more so now [laughing emoji]). Gutted not to see her in Glasgow last night. Carlile, an 11-time Grammy Award-winning artist, was the most nominated woman at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards in 2019, receiving six nominations, including nominations for Album of the Year, Record of the Year and Song of the Year. She recently teamed up with Sir Elton John - famous for hit songs such as Rocket Man, Tiny Dancer, and I'm Still Standing - to write and record a joint album titled Who Believes in Angels? which was released on April 4. Carlile taught herself to play piano after being introduced to the music of John as a teenager. Last week, he was in the audience as she performed at London's Royal Albert Hall. READ MORE: 'Stop the Genocide': Kneecap release film with Gaza surgeons ahead of Glastonbury set The two also had a sit-down conversation with Schitt's Creek star Dan Levy in March, and discussed their lives and music careers. Announcing the tour, she said: "My pre-adolescent Elton discovery was a gateway drug to Queen, The Beatles, U2, Kate Bush, George Michael, Sinéad O'Connor, David Bowie, Radiohead and I imagined a moody, and mysterious utopia of complicated musical bliss. "I had visions of myself on stage Royal Albert Hall. I dreamed it was me standing on the stage at Live Aid, clutching a half mic stand, and singing Radio Gaga instead of Freddie. When I finally made it over, I was in my 20s, and it was everything I knew it would be. It wasn't easy! "I've been working my whole life, and touring the UK and Europe as a baby band is not for the faint of heart. Nevertheless, I did THE zebra crossing; drank a real Guinness; had my first Ardbeg, and I experienced the European countryside to me. "I met my wife in London & got married at Chelsea Town Hall, and I now cross the Atlantic more than I could have ever hoped for - but not nearly enough to play my music, and bring my art home to the place where it really came from."
South China Morning Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Barbra Streisand duets with Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, Hozier and others on new album
Barbra Streisand was worried. She had just spent six days a week for six weeks recording the audiobook version of her 2023 memoir My Name is Barbra, which became more than 48 hours of discussing her career – full of Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony awards – and the life that came with it. But now, it was time to record a new album with a stunning line-up of duet partners that ranged from current hitmakers Hozier and Sam Smith to legends Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney and James Taylor. And when producers played the songs for her, she could not sing along. Her mighty voice would just squeak. 'My voice was shot,' says Streisand, 83, calling from her home in Malibu, California. 'I mean, I literally prayed to God in front of that microphone, 'Let my voice be there for me.' And I don't know how, but it was there.' Fans will be able to hear that for themselves on her album The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume 2, available in stores and on streaming services. Streisand shows she can still deliver the performances she wants while coaxing them out of others. Play Her duet with Dylan had been decades in the making. In 1970, Dylan sent Streisand a bouquet of flowers and a note – written in what she believes was crayon – asking, 'Would you sing with me?'
RTÉ News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Irish folk trio Amble get blast from the past at US gig
Irish folk trio Amble got a surprise blast from the past on the opening night of their support tour with Hozier in the US when one of the lead singer's former students turned up in the audience. The band, who released their new album Reverie earlier this year and have had hits with Lonely Island and Swan Song, were playing the first of two nights at Fenway Park in Boston on Monday evening when former primary school teacher Robbie Cunningham noticed one of his ex-pupils holding a sign up in the crowd. Former student Seb Cronin had travelled with his family from Ireland to watch his one-time teacher live in concert. Cunningham and his bandmate Ross McNerney are former teachers who decided just over a year ago to give up their teaching jobs and put all their efforts into music. The band have since enjoyed a rapid rise, with Reverie enjoying a three-week run at No 1 in the Irish charts. Following their shows with Hozier, Amble return to Ireland next week for their sold-out show in Trinity College on Saturday, 5 July and a sold-out 3Arena gig in December. They will also make festival appearances at this year's Boston Calling, Summerfest, and Austin City Limits in Texas.
RTÉ News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Artist line-up announced for Ireland Music Week
Fifty new and emerging Irish artists will perform this October in venues across Dublin at Ireland Music Week 2025, the annual independent music showcase and conference for Irish music. Now in it's 23rd year, the event will run from 1 to 3 October and will be attended by industry professionals, including talent scouts, label representatives, and media from both Ireland and abroad. CMAT, Fontaines D.C., Hozier, NewDad, Gurriers, Gilla Band, Villagers, and Pillow Queens are among the Irish artists who've played Ireland Music Week in previous years and gone on to success. Cliffords, Niamh Bury, Shark School, I Dreamed I Dream, BOLD LOVE, Ahmed, With Love, Holly Munro, Bucket, Cable Boy, Seánie Bermingham, Kean Kavanagh, and Annie-Dog were among the acts who played last year. Tickets for Ireland Music Week 2025 are on sale here. The fifty Irish acts playing this year in The Grand Social, The Workman's Club and The Button Factory. Lost Lane are: All Things Eve Altara April Babyrat Barnburner Blánid Bonniesongs Boyfrens Cabl Circa David San Clair Delivery Service Digdeep Dream Boy Echo Northstar Emma Noodles Florence Road Fosfín Glasseyed God Knows Goldbug Jesse June Julia Louise Knifefist June Carousel Kayleigh Noble Kevin Fowley Kiing Sequence Koko Lee Brady Little Known Lord Ormond Lowkick Madra Salach Makeshift Art Bar Martello Martina And The Moons Pôt-Pot Sarah Brooki Seán Joyce Stella And The Dreaming Tanaka Vii Telekura Thanks Mom The Fynches The Village Vandals The Wu Theatre Vaticanjail Vi0let Zoé Basha Speaking about this year's line-up, a spokesperson for the Ireland Music Week team said, "It's exciting to hear the artists that have been selected, and we can honestly say that the Irish music scene is in fantastic health in terms of the artists this country produces. "We look forward to supporting them to build new audiences and opportunities at home and internationally over the coming months and beyond."
