Author: Open Music Reviews

James Hawken’s (@hawken309) music combined with noise-cancelling headphones makes crossing a busy street a ballet on water. Ivory keys remove chaos replacing it with a fountain of tranquility. You start feeling recharged as the piano sounds morph into synths that question the imbalance of the human psyche in modern times.

Recommended songs: Dream Away; 4 Musical Notes; Pause for Thought; Hold on!

Tags: #piano #neoclassical #relaxation #calming #meditative #composer #keys

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You may also like: Redi Hasa, Nils Frahm, Yiruma, Mermaid From The Stars, Patrick Watson, P. I. Tchaikovsky

Monsters Who Sleep (@monsterswhosleep) takes you to a dimly lit room and makes you befriend shadows on the walls pasted with pictures of people you once knew and places you’ve been to. The light from the crescent Moon outside seems to remind you that time heals all wounds and everything will be alright.

Recommended songs: If Someone Was Ever There, Not Anymore; You Know Who You Are; Gravity; I Don’t Care; Ravens; Jane Doe

Tags: #acousticguitars #vocalharmony #angst #melodic #pop #punk #intricate #diary #emo #honesty #stories #lyrics #epic #strings #alternative #folk #reflective #soundtrack #rock

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You may also like: Augustana, Thirty Seconds To Mars, Useless ID, Green Day, Kings of Convenience, Muse

Useless ID (@uselessidpunk) reminds you of punk rock concerts and youthful days. The anticipation building up while waiting in line to enter the venue with a bottle of hooch hidden in your pocket for skanking energy. Mohawks and faded Ramones T-Shirts aplenty.

Recommended songs: Pink Stars and Magazines, Kiss Me. Kill Me, Drinkage, Redemption, Dying Love, Same Old Revolution

Tags: #punk #rock #guitars #anthem #skateboarding #riot #skinnyjeans #miniramp #mazeltov #gig #live #graffiti

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You may also like: Quietdrive, Sum 41, Poison Oak, Shot Down Twice, New Found Glory