Essential Summer 2014 Playlist

Well folks, summer is pretty much here, and you know what that means? You’re gonna need some music to be the soundtrack to your summer pool parties, roadtrips, bonfires, barbecues and well, whatever else it is that you do during this glorious season. Here are my song picks for a great summer playlist.

Jack’s Mannequin “Holiday From Real”

Best paired with: A drive down the coast.

The Format “Tune Out”

Best paired with: A summer roadtrip

John Mayer “Wildfire”

Best paired with: A backyard BBQ

Rascal Flatts “Fast Cars And Freedom”

Best paired with: Sitting on a tailgate drinking beer (preferably by a river or lake)

Brett Dennen “Sweet Persuasion”

Best paired with: Back porch hangs

Drake “Miss Me”

Best paired with: A summer night out on the town

Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers “You Don’t Know How It Feels”

Best paired with: Driving. Windows down.

Wallpaper “Hesher”

Best paired with: Goin’ HAM (whatever goin’ HAM means, this song sounds like it).

Kenny Chesney Ft. Grace Potter “You and Tequila”

Best paired with: Sitting on the beach late at night (tequila optional, but recommended).

Big Sean “Dance (A$$)”

Best paired with: A small gathering that accidentally turned into an out of control pool party.

Death Cab For Cutie “Summer Skin”

Best paired with: The tragic last night of summer

ENJOY!

What are your favorite summer songs?