As someone who doesn't play a particular instrument, I haven't been able to participate in playing music for any specific rituals. However, I have had the opportunity to manage the aux at several parties. Depending on the atmosphere of each function, I would have a specific playlist with a different lineup of songs ready to play. Every party won't have the same people or the same energy, and not only should every track played match the vibe of the room, but it should help to create a flow of consciousness with the last songs played. Every track played can make or break a party's energy, and the momentum created by each song is critical to every social event. I take the curation of my playlists particularly seriously, and I have worked diligently to curate a playlist for every vibe I find myself in most often.
Song for a Hype Party:
Arguably, one of the most recognizable party anthems today would be No Hands, by Waka Flocka Flame, with features from Wale and Roscoe Dash. Every high-energy party will have this song play at least once, and the opening seconds of this song will have people setting down everything in hand to rush to dance floors. Between the jumping that makes floorboards creak and people screaming every lyric of the song at the top of their lungs, there aren't many other songs that could create such a buzzing atmosphere. The energy of this song is a double-edged sword, however. It is almost climactic, so whoever plays this song must follow it with one with comparable energy, or they could peak out and initiate the slow decline of a party.
Song for a Chill Party:
One song I love to play at parties with more relaxed and easygoing energies is Pursuit of Happiness by Kid Cudi, featuring Ratatat and MGMT. Though this song is not as hard-hitting and bassy as No Hands, it creates an energy that flows throughout more low-key parties and brings everyone together similarly. Most people at parties are searching for some rush or temporary joy to hold onto, and this song speaks of just that, giving people the space to feel what they need to. The track's lively and upbeat beat contrasts with the almost defeated lyrics. Throughout the song, the artist sings about drug usage and partying to cope with things like depression and other issues affecting his mental health. For many of us, though we don't want to admit it, we have certain things, big or small, that we try to run from. This song gives us a space to feel what we need while also enjoying the upbeat, not overwhelming energy of the song.
You did a good job describing the beat of the songs you provided. I enjoyed hearing your personal journey at the beginning the most. Music is definitely very important at any function as you described in your blog. Your blog was very detailed, good job!
hey, I enjoy the direction that you took your blog and how relatable it is, almost everyone has been to some form of party or dance, but I didn't think to write about the cultural impact of music in the areas you talked about.
Jacobi, I was fascinated reading a bit about the music you choose for these parties. I think the skill you describe of being in tune with the energy in a room and then choosing music that matches and can then change/guide/enhance that energy is a very cool skill. In music therapy we call that the iso-principal and it's a powerful effect.
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You did a good job describing the beat of the songs you provided. I enjoyed hearing your personal journey at the beginning the most. Music is definitely very important at any function as you described in your blog. Your blog was very detailed, good job!
ReplyDeleteJacobi, you did a great job explaining the content you presented. I actually listen to a lot of music you have here.
DeleteNgl, Jacobi you would for sure be on the aux at my party and the waka flocka song is one of my favorite hype song!
ReplyDeleteNo Hands is definitely one of my favorite songs. It always makes me happy and smile whenever I listen to it.
ReplyDeletehey, I enjoy the direction that you took your blog and how relatable it is, almost everyone has been to some form of party or dance, but I didn't think to write about the cultural impact of music in the areas you talked about.
ReplyDeleteJacobi, I was fascinated reading a bit about the music you choose for these parties. I think the skill you describe of being in tune with the energy in a room and then choosing music that matches and can then change/guide/enhance that energy is a very cool skill. In music therapy we call that the iso-principal and it's a powerful effect.
ReplyDeletei like the different direction you took by picking different songs for different settings, i wish i would have thought of that.
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