April 29, 2026
Feed the Tree by Belly
I can't remember when I first heard this song. In my junior year of high school, I "discovered" it but I somehow knew majority of the lyrics.
I've carried it through so many parts of my life and find it to be sewn in my soul.
Prior to Belly, Tanya Donelly was also in Throwing Muses who have a song called Honeychain. This is another cherished song from my adolescence.
(worth mentioning that Tanya Donelly was in The Breeders as well, crazy talent!)
April 23, 2026
Where am I?
- #1 Crush by Garbage
- Criminal by Fiona Apple
- How Soon is Now? by The Smiths
- Bull in the Heather by Sonic Youth
- Lilies - Flood Mix by Cranes
- 6 Underground by Sneaker Pimps
- Army of Me by Bjork
April 16, 2026
This isn't technically music but recently I've been enjoying listening to dolphin sounds.
It's just so soothing and perfect for daydreaming that I'm at the beach. Highly recommend the album Dolphin Sounds by the artist, Dolphin Sounds
April 2, 2026
Lego Ring by Faye Webster ft. Lil Yachty
This was the first song I saved by Faye Webster. My friends always laugh a little when they hear it's my favorite of hers. There is just something
about the use of auto-tune & the simplistic love that is being described. There is no way I could listen to this song and be in a bad mood. It has such a natural uplifting effect.
"Always together like string beans" is one of my favorite lines. It is such a simple, but overwhelmingly sweet sentiment. It reminds me of the line "Two peas from the same pod, yes we are" in Summertime by The Sundays. I don't
fully understand why this type of metaphor sticks with me so much but I think there is something special about being inseparable& feeling as if you were meant to be a pair.
I once saw Faye Webster on Brown's Island in Richmond. I hadn't really listened to her discography besides the chorus's of her hits but everyone I knew seemed to be going to the show. So I tagged along.
I was holding out the whole time for Lego Ring and foolishly believed she would bring Lil Yachty out when it was finally performed. Even though e wasn't there for his verse, it was still such an awesome experience. Love this song.
March 26, 2026
Artist Highlight - The Be Good Tanyas
Despite being from Canada, this folk trio always feels like Virginia to me.
They perfectly capture the feeling of growing up as a woman in a rural, Southern town. I don't remember how I discovered them but I do remember 'Ship Out On the Sea'
being the first track of theirs I listened to. Their lyrics seem so simplistic, in a way that makes them stick in your head more. As they sit there though, you begin to
feel the depth of their meaning. Their view on life, love, and the inclusion of nature in both resonates with me in such a powerful way. Their album art (especially for Chinatown) is breathtaking as well.
This is truly an amazing group. A band with a similar vibe is Cowboy Junkies (another Avery favorite). If you enjoy them or were intrigued by this small review, I highly recommend The Be Good Tanyas.
Here are some personal favorites from their discography!
- Ship Out On the Sea
- In Spite of All the Damage
- The Littlest Birds
- Waiting Around to Die (Townes Van Zandt cover)
- It's Not Happening
- Draft Daughter's Blues aka Ootischenia
March 20, 2026
Tendency to Sleep
This is a little mix inspired by my constant call to sleep.
- Heavy Water/I'd Rather Be Sleeping by Grouper
- Them by The Cranberries
- I Remember by Julee Cruise
- Sleepy Time Gal by Jackie Davis
- When I Was Drinking by Hem
- Lilac Wine by Jeff Buckley
- Such a Woman by Neil Young
- Futile Devices (Doveman Remix) by Sufjan Stevens
- What Are We Gonna Do Now by Indigo De Souza
- You got time and I got money (VVTZJ Edit)
-Smerz, Clairo, VVTZJ
March 16, 2026
Warsh_Tippy and Zelda by Whatever, Dad
This is one of those songs that you don't realize is on your playlist then one day it blows you away.
It inspired me to go through my old voicemails which led to an unexpected wave of emotion.
It was so sweet to hear old birthday wishes and voices of family/friends/people i was once close to.
I highly recommend giving this song a listen.
February 25, 2026
Avant Gardener by Courtney Barnett
Feels like the epitome of spring & makes me even more impatient for warmer weather