24 current summer hits chosen by musicians
Choosing a song of the summer is more of an art than a science. While music experts may debate the exact ingredients needed for a defining summer tune, most people simply choose their favorite track to accompany the festive months. The FADER took the opportunity to ask some renowned artists at music festivals like Primavera Sound in Barcelona and New York City’s Gov Ball about their current summer jams.
JADE expresses her admiration for Rose Gray, anticipating that Gray’s new song, “Club To Your Arms,” will be her summer anthem, even though she has only heard a snippet on TikTok. Mariah The Scientist sings praises for Yung Miami’s “Spend Dat” as the standout track of her summer. Ravyn Lenae simply states, “Sorry I had to do it,” in reference to her pick, “Handle.” The Dare shares his affection for Iceage’s “Ember,” describing it as a love song that captures the essence of a hot, unhinged summer. Wisp selects Movements’ “Daylily,” while Del Water Gap opts for Tears for Fears’ classic “Everybody Wants To Rule The World.”
Hemlocke Springs confesses to being in a Weezer phase this summer and particularly enjoying the song “Hash Pipe.” Rachel Chinouriri refers to PinkPantheress’s “Girl Like Me” as culturally significant, reflecting the artist’s momentum and impact on the current scene. Patrick Helrigel of Arcy Drive reveals his newfound love for The Beatles, particularly enjoying “A Day In The Life.” Brooke Tuozzo of Arcy Drive nods to Balu Brigada’s “Golden Gate Girl” as her summer choice. Nick Mateyunas from Arcy Drive expresses his admiration for Kurt Vile, emphasizing its prevalence on his Instagram feed. Austin Jones, also from Arcy Drive, recommends Jack Kerouac’s “Blues and Haikus” as a song that has caught his attention.
In conclusion, each artist brings a unique perspective to their summer song selection, reflecting their diverse tastes and influences. The varied musical choices showcase the richness and diversity of the current music landscape, with artists drawing inspiration from a wide range of genres and eras. These summer anthems provide the perfect soundtrack for the warm, carefree days and lively nights of the season, bringing joy and excitement to listeners everywhere.