These are strange times. With a pandemic wreaking havoc around us, confining us once again to the four walls of our home, and blending work and life spaces entirely, it can be quite hard to find pockets of time where productivity can be as it used to be when we left homes to go to work. Or to find the calm and chill of spending time at home, without the constant worry of doomsday looming large.
Music has long been a source of soothing for many an environment and situation. More than just providing sounds in the background, there have been studies that showed a spike in both productivity as well as cognitive performance through the effects of music. Listening to music, it seems, can help some people perform better, focus well and be more productive; and in other situations has bene known to alleviate anxiety, boost motivation and in turn help positivity and productivity.
The trick however, is in finding the right kind of music that works for you. So we’ve picked some of the top 2021 lists across genres for you to find your jam to help you stay motivated and upbeat.
- Rock: For those days when you need a punchy dose of energy, with those familiar heavy electronic riffs – guitars and bass – and strong percussive rhythm and powerful lyric to push you to an energetic mind space.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2QYyqeT1JZtGzdKy5tCSc8
- Jazz: A smoother, gentler feel, perfect for unwinding or relaxing at the end of the day. This list brings together swing, blue notes, instrumental and lyrics tracks, packed with improvisation and cultural influences from expressive music from African-American traditions.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5yh6PcmFs5MJOFVPjGRKhY
- Hip hop: Dip into this subculture laden with foot tapping rhythm, powerful lyrics that often make a statement about our current realities, expressive and bold music that is often in your face. This list is for anyone that enjoys music that emotes and communicates something deeper.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0OtdLZ5JVyqB4Zp8aylECe
- Electronic: It may be impossible to take yourself out for a night of dancing, no matter where you are right now. But this list can create the ambience right in your home. Putting together some of the hottest EDM tracks of the year, updated every Friday, this is an essential feel-good party-vibe list for you.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3yGp845Tz2duWCORALQHFO
- Down-tempo/Lounge/Chill: Also sometimes called trip-hop, this sub-genre of electronic music is mellower in its tones and rhythm. More suitable for a relaxing time, or even to play in the background when you’re working.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2oEFybnM9UvGrIsmswrZfs
- Pop and Dance: This is the place to go if you’re looking for the freshest popular music, all the chart-toppers and for the crisp, new, summery feel-good vibe. It’ll keep you on your toes, keep you company on a weekend spend at home.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/06S64oWn7uGnfGrwjh5IWb
What are some of your favourite go-to playlists? Let us know in the comments below.
As always, we’re happy to talk to us to upgrade your home audio systems and take your experience up a notch.
