New York, NY (Top40 Charts) There's nothing better than kicking back on a warm summer's day with some friends, some drinks, and some chilled-out tunes. When the sun is shining, it's the best time to settle in with some beers-or maybe something fruity and effervescent-and get ready to enjoy the summer sun with a soundtrack made just for you.
Check out these chill tunes below so that you can add some sunshine to your summer playlist.
1. On My Own - Shamir
Off of Shamir's latest album, 'On My Own' (somewhat ironically) is a great '90s inspired anthem to spin with friends. Crunchy guitars mixed with crisp pop production make this an indie banger perfect for dancing on hot summer evenings. It's the ideal tune to listen to while sipping on something fruity from the Bud Light Seltzer Reviews. Guaranteed, it's one of those great catchy melodies that will stick in your head for days.
2. The Steps - HAIM
HAIM are no strangers to crafting indie pop-rock bangers and the 'The Steps' carries on that trend. With an infectious guitar riff and catchy vocal melodies, this is a song that's a lot of fun. Lots of guitar solos in a major key and a massive, sing-along chorus make this one of the essential feel-good songs of the summer.
3. Kyoto - Phoebe Bridgers
Phoebe Bridgers turns out heart-wrenching folk-inspired ballads, and technically 'Kyoto' is no different. But the up-tempo indie rock feel means it's hard not to tap your foot along. Ms. Bridgers sings about her discontent whilst touring the globe. Tight production and some excellent instrumentation make this essential for any chill playlist.
4. Blue World - Mac Miller
Before his untimely passing, Mac Miller left us with one of the best albums of the year. Off of the posthumously released Circles, 'Blue World' is a barbershop quartet sampling rap track about keeping sane in an insane world. A tight beat and Mac's signature vocal style make this a song hard not to groove along to, and the upbeat feel makes it a summer anthem.
5. Can You - Park Hye Jin
Hailing from South Korea, Park Hye Jin is a producer to watch. On 'Can You,' she infuses mellow vocal loops with infectious dance rhythms. Like any good dance track, it maintains a repetitive rhythm but constantly shifts under your feet. It keeps both you and the track locked into its groove.
6. If You're Too Shy (Let Me Know) - The 1975
On this track, The 1975 brings back the synth-infused feel of the '80s, making a track that would sound right at home in a John Hughes film. The bright horn section and snappy production make all the sounds pop, ensuring a bright addition to any summer playlist.
7. Death Bed (Coffee for Your Head) - Powfu Ft. Beabadoobee
Harnessing the power of beabadobee's melancholy song 'Coffee,' Powfu reinvents it as a catchy chillhop anthem. The bright percussion over the lullaby-esque ukulele makes a loopable beat in which you can lose yourself. Powfu's verses meditate on death and existential crises, but the beat is so infectious, it's hard not to fall in love.
8. Soccer Mommy - Circle the Drain
Inspired by the sunny pop of her youth, Soccer Mommy's 'Circle the Drain' creates a bright swirling mix of guitars and vocal melodies perfect for any sunny day daydream. The sounds directly juxtapose with heavy lyrical topics, such as illness and mortality. If anything, 'Circle the Drain' is a poster song for living in the moment and appreciating things whilst you have them.
The Takeaway
These songs are some of our favorites, and hopefully, they'll find a place in your chillout playlists for the summer!
