Alt Rock for Mountain Drives — a playlist by JacquesParques • powered by musicto
Songs for driving on a cliff edge… – featuring artists like Muse • Highly Suspect • Arctic Monkeys • The Black Keys • Chevelle • All Them Witches • Cage the Elephant• Royal Blood
Drop the Guillotine – Peach Pit
I’m a sucker for a good song intro, and Drop the Guillotine has just that. This track has the perfect amount of suspense to keep you intrigued and wanting to hear more.
City Kitty – French Cassettes
French Cassettes is another west coast band to check out from San Francisco. City Kitty has a raw, acoustic sound that gives off a real and natural vibe.
The Skin of My Yellow Country Teeth – Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
Experiencing new places is important for both personal and collective growth. This song captures the inspiration that new adventures can bring.
King of Carrot Flowers Pt. 1 – Neutral Milk Hotel
I often play full albums when I make Jewelry. Neutral Milk Hotel’s “In the Aeroplane Over the Sea” has always been a popular choice for me while working.
Sleep the Clock Around – Belle & Sebastian
Belle & Sebastian has a calm and reflective quality that has the ability to keep me in a productive mood. Much of my jewelry has been created with their music playing in the background.
It Is What it Is – Blood Orange
Blood Orange has been one of my recent favorite artists. His ability to seamlessly blend different styles of music makes for a delightful sound.
Birds – Electrelane
Creativity often arises after experiencing love and the loss of it. I appreciate this song about heartbreak because it balances vulnerability with a sense of pride. The last full minute of the song is my favorite.
The Altruist – Saddles
Since moving to Phoenix, Arizona, I have been fortunate to meet lots of creative and inspiring people. Saddles is an example of the local talent that motivates me to create. This song is from their newly released album, “ Yoke.”
Gay Human Bones – Harlem
I was excited when I moved to Tucson, Arizona after attending high school in a Virginia suburb. The desert landscape, colorful homes and alternative music felt so vibrant. Harlem is a garage band that originated in Tucson during this time of my life.
Did You See the Words – Animal Collective
I have always appreciated Animal Collective. I admire their songs as being packed with emotion and unique sounds. Their music pushes me to experiment with my talents as they have with each of their albums.
Painter In Your Pocket – Destroyer
To me, “Painter In Your Pocket” represents the new confidence, views and creations that evolve with experience. I find this song interesting because it shows this growth through the eyes of the past.