Reflections/ Vagabond by E

       An intro to "Reflections" which states "you didn't close the door, left a crack open, I couldn't ignore the faint possibility, of having hope in this insanity that we still could be, but we're stuck floating in between" is stated so honestly and articulately that it could not be put together better and vocals which could otherwise feel weak or lofty sink into this dreamy composition so comfortably that they instead feel grounded and pure. 
       You can pick up the band's (amazing) six song EP from iTunes now because each song is nearly perfect and, with "Reflections" circulating everywhere, make sure to check out their track "Vagabond" as well. That steady piano that carries it through builds gorgeously and offers a solid support for the lilting melody and light vocals while matching the serious lyrics perfectly as the piano gains strength in time for a bridge that states "vagabond as you, ran the mile no shoes, if the sun goes down too soon, embrace the starry-eyed moon, vagabond as you, swam the sea at the darkest blue, you made it, made it through". Plus, that chorus will have you singing along by its second time around. 
       Check out "Reflections" and "Vagabond" below to see why so many people have fallen in love with MisterWives since the release of their debut EP, Reflections, earlier this month. 
"Reflections" MisterWives
"Vagabond" MisterWives
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1/16 by E

       You guys get two playlists this week (though 1/15 has more relevant tracks, this is just fun); enjoy it and dance around and sing (loudly). 
"Your Body Is A Weapon" The Wombats
"Seven Nights Seven Days" The Fratellis
"Love Me Again" John Newman
"Get Higher" Palaye Royale
"Fitzpleasure" Alt-J
"The '59 Sound" The Gaslight Anthem (one of the best songs ever and it should be far more well known)
"Now" Matt & Kim (they're amazing)
"Story Of My Life" One Direction
"Sadie Hawkins Dance" Relient K
"Time Bomb (Walk Away)" Chris Wallace
"Hurricane" Bridgit Mendler
"Only One" Yellowcard (one of the most underrated bands; see them live because you'll love it)
"Only Wanna Dance With You" Ke$ha
"Walking Disasters" The Wombats (The Wombats are in here twice because they're definitively perfect)
"Oh No!" Marina and The Diamonds
"Kill Your Heroes" AWOLNATION
"Little Numbers" Boy
"Sweeter" Gavin DeGraw (95% positive he is the smoothest singer alive; he makes 'swag' seem like a good thing)
"Says She Loves Me" Aer
"Vagabond" MisterWives
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Two Weeks by E

       It's 'old', but it's still perfect and the repetition of "I told you I would stay" after each verse and the chorus, "would you always? Maybe sometimes? Make it easy? Take your time", are awesome. 
"Two Weeks" Grizzly Bear
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Start A Riot by E

       Jetta's "Start A Riot" is iTunes free single of the week (US store) and with it's catchy melody and it's easy to sing along with lyrics you should grab it while you can. 
"Start A Riot" Jetta
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