Albert Schweitzer, the great French-German organist, philosopher, and physician once said, “There are two means of refuge from the miseries of life: music and cats.” That’s funny, because two of the constants here at Seedhouse are Batman, the office cat, and the steady symphony of tunes always playing in the background. Since we’re not trying to escape misery, we see music as means of transport: it helps us make a quicker trip to that “place” where we can be our most creative.
We thought it would be fun to compile a playlist of some of the things we like to listen to while we work. (The distance you have to jump to get from the bluesy riffs of Stevie Ray Vaughn’s “Texas Flood” to the quirky harmonics of They Might Be Giants’ “Istanbul” might also help to explain why our design work is so diverse.) Here’s the list, submitted for your desktop-drumming approval.
- Stevie Ray Vaughn, “Texas Flood”
How could you not love a Texas blues anthem played by a guy who looked like one of the defenders of the Alamo? (John)
- Buddy Holly, “Everyday”
This list wouldn’t be complete without the best song recorded by Cathi’s fellow Lubbock High alum and Lubbock native. (Cathi)
- Stevie Wonder, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered”
It’s hard not to smile and tap your foot when listening to any Stevie Wonder song, but this one might top the list for most irresistible. (Laura)
- Pete Yorn, “Paradise Cove”
Pete Yorn’s driving guitar riffs power this tune throughout. (Steve)
- Tears for Fears, “Everybody Wants to Rule the World”
This one really gets the creative juices jumping. Especially when you play it LOUD!!!!!!! (Patrick)
- Texas Tornados, “Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone?”
Charley Pride’s version was deliciously heartfelt. The Tornados’ cover sprinkles a few jalapeños on top. (John)
- Dornik, “Stand in Your Line”
With a smooth, jazzy/Michael Jacksony (yep, we’re sure that’s a real musical term) sound this one sets a mellow mood and lets you just wallow in it. Pretty much anything by Dornik is awesome. (Patrick)
- They Might Be Giants, “Istanbul (Not Constantinople)”
The B-side of this 1990 alt-rock classic is a song called “James K. Polk.” So, there you go: a geography and history lesson all on one record. (John)
- Blue Swede, “Hooked on a Feeling”
The Ooga Chaka is odd and goofy, but the brass fanfare of this song makes you want to get up and dance. (Coleburn)
- Josh Rouse—“Winter in the Hamptons”
Singer/songwriter Josh Rouse makes us sway in our chairs with this saccharine sweet song. (Steve)
- NSYNC, “Bye Bye Bye”
Can anybody say goodbye to this dance-inducing mega hit? We think not. (Laura)
- Justin Timberlake, ”Can’t Stop the Feeling”
We get the feeling someone in the office can’t get enough of JT. (Laura)
- Coldplay, “Something Just Like This”
Watch closely as the synthesizer kicks in during the chorus—though barely perceptible, you can see Steve’s head bobbing over the top of his computer screen. (Steve)
- Iration, “Automatic”
The title track from their third album sends a big “thank you” to their fans. No…thank you for making our intern look like a fool when this song is played. (Damon)
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