Loud Luxury - "Body (feat. Brando)"

Loud Luxury are a Canadian music production and DJ duo consisting of Andrew Fedyk and Joe Depace and currently based in Los Angeles. In 2017, they released a remix of the Martin Garrix single "Scared to Be Lonely", which gained them recognition.

The duo was formed when Fedyk and Depace, who met at school, collaborated.  Going to a Porter Robinson concert, they became inspired with the way Robinson had connected with the crowd. In December 2016, they released the song "See It Again".

In 2017, they remixed Martin Garrix's song "Scared to Be Lonely", which was included on the remix EP. They released an original single titled "Body" through Armin van Buuren's record label Armada Music. The song, which features vocalist Brando, debuted on the Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart at number 49, selling 20,000 downloads and gaining over 40,000,000 streams. Song talks about a place called "the six" which is slang for Toronto and how a guy pressures her partner to loose her virginity to him. On 17 February 2017, Loud Luxury collaborated with deep house musician Ryan Shephard to release the song "Fill Me In" (initial title: "Something to Say") on Tiesto's record label AFTR:HRS.

Some days you just need to dance it out!

So today, with a skip in my step, I choose Loud Luxury’s - “Body (feat. Brando) as my, sweat all over, smiling into the lights, hair held up, song for a, watch ‘em walk away, little secrets, one more bop ‘till dawn, Tuesday.

Taylor Swift - "Clean"

Say what you will about Taylor, she’s a mogul and she’s stayed true to herself the entire way through. A savvy businesswoman and the kind of artist that others dream of being. Taylor has had many ups and downs in her life and career, but her grit, talent, and heart have always seen her through. I’m glad she’s come back to us in this new wave of Pop and Folk musics. She knows who she is, and she’s not asking you to like her anymore, she’s just telling her truth.

So what do you call Late Summer cleaning, rather than Spring? I guess it doesn’t matter, and better late than never, but things are finally starting to shine up around here, and I couldn’t be happier.

So today, with dreams & memories playing tag in my mind, I choose Taylor Swift’s “Clean” as my, let yourself be, all you are is all you need, keep calm, song for a, break out the good china, now’s the time for that bottle you’ve been saving, sing your heart out and laugh while you do, Friday.

West Side Story - "Cool"

On days like today when the air seems to suffocate and clothes cling to you with perspiration, you have to play it cool.

So today, with patience tested and energy reserves low, I choose Leonard Bernstein & Stephen Sondheim’s “Cool” from West Side Story as my, find a way, breathe slowly, look for the moments of cool, song for a, release is coming, not much longer now, heat breaks like a heart - quickly and without warning, Thursday.

Stevie Wonder - "Overjoyed"

Stevland Hardaway Morris (né Judkins; born May 13, 1950), known professionally as Stevie Wonder, is an American singer, songwriter, musician and record producer. A prominent figure in popular music during the second-half of the 20th century, Wonder is one of the most successful songwriters and musicians. A virtual one-man band, his use of synthesizers and further electronic musical instruments during the 1970s reshaped the conventions of R&B. He also helped drive the genre into the album era, crafting his LPs as cohesive, consistent socially conscious statements with complex compositions. Wonder is often hailed as a "genius", and has been credited as a pioneer and influence to musicians of various genres including rhythm and blues, pop, soul, gospel, funk and jazz.

Blind since shortly after his birth, Wonder was a child prodigy known as Little Stevie Wonder, leading him to sign with Motown's Tamla label at the age of 11. In 1963, the single "Fingertips" was a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 when Wonder was 13, making him the youngest artist ever to top the chart. Wonder's critical success was at its peak in the 1970s. His "classic period" began in 1972 with the releases of Music of My Mind and Talking Book, the latter featuring "Superstition", which is one of the most distinctive and famous examples of the sound of the Hohner Clavinet keyboard. His works Innervisions (1973), Fulfillingness' First Finale (1974) and Songs in the Key of Life (1976) all won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year, making him the tied-record holder for the most Album of the Year wins, with three. He is also the only artist to have won the award with three consecutive album releases.

Wonder's "classic period", which culminated in 1976, was noted for his funky style of playing on the keyboard, personal control of production, and series of songs integrated with one another to make a concept album. In 1979, Wonder made use of the early music sampler Computer Music Melodian through his composition of the soundtrack album Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants". It was also his first digital recording, and one of the earliest popular albums to use the technology, which Wonder used for all subsequent recordings. Wonder's 1970s albums are widely regarded by writers as very influential, as his pioneering stylistic approach to his music helped shaping the sound of pop music in the following decade.

Wonder has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. He has won 25 Grammy Awards, making him the Grammy's most awarded solo artist of all time. He was the first Motown artist and second African-American musician to win an Academy Award for Best Original Song, for the 1984 film The Woman in Red. Wonder has been inducted into the Rhythm and Blues Music Hall of Fame, Rock and Rock Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame, and has received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He is also noted for his work as an activist for political causes, including his 1980 campaign to make Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday a holiday in the United States. In 2009, he was named a United Nations Messenger of Peace. In 2014, he was honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

So today, with joy, I choose Stevie Wonder’s “Overjoyed” as my, with dreams in tow, hearts on a string, miracle waiting to ripen, song for a, many golden little moments, smiles strung together like a pearl necklace, holding on to promises like gemstones Tuesday.

Jewel - "Morning Song"

It’s no secret that I’ve kept a flame burning for Jewel since her breakout hits in the 90s. The Singer-Songwriter, turned philanthropist, actress, and jewelry designer has always had a way of speaking words that found my truths. So yesterday, when this song floated into my head as I was experiencing the living embodiment of it I couldn’t help but smile. Some things you believe into existence.

So today, with easy memories sliding by, I choose Jewel’s “Morning Song” as my, go on a let it ride, no clocks need winding, the cats already been fed, song for a, give yourself a little room to breathe, relax, dreams aren’t made by grinding your heart away, Monday.

Lolo Zouaï - "Caffeine"

A singer, songwriter, and producer who spends her time between New York and Los Angeles, Lolo Zouaï ("zoo-eye") combines atmospheric electronics, smoky R&B, and elements of hip-hop in her stylish, intimate songs. Her 2017 single "High Highs to Low Lows" was her first to go viral, leading to collaborations with artists including H.E.R. and Blood Orange.

Today, I choose Lolo Zouaï’s "Caffeine" as my, why not, drink it up, like a shot to the heart, song for a, turn it up, walk it off, sink in - settle down - sing out, Tuesday.

Demi Lovato - "I Love Me'

She’s been a mainstay in the pop scene since her breakout crossover into music, and she’s found a voice that soars in these empowering self love anthems. Go on girl, we all need to hear this right now.

So today, with a few more pages turned, I choose Demi Lovato’s “I Love Me” as my, cuz if you can’t love yourself, it starts here, it starts now, song for a, break the rules, break the chains, break the barriers Monday.

C+C Music Factory - "Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now) (feat. Martha Wash)" & Madonna - "Causing a Commotion"

Some days you just need to dance the house down and sweat out all your problems. Salt cures, either with tears, blood, or sweat, but one way or another it cleanses your soul.

C+C Music Factory was an American musical group formed in 1989 by David Cole and Robert Clivillés. The group is best known for their five hit singles: "Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)", "Here We Go (Let's Rock & Roll)", "Things That Make You Go Hmmm...", "Just a Touch of Love", and "Keep It Comin'". The band stopped recording in 1996, following Cole's death. In 2010, C+C Music Factory reformed with Eric Kupper replacing Cole. Original member Freedom Williams acquired trademark rights to the name in 2003 and still tours under that moniker.

C+C Music Factory have earned a total of 35 music industry awards worldwide, including five Billboard Music Awards, five American Music Awards, and two MTV Video Music Awards. In December 2016, Billboard magazine ranked them as the 44th most successful dance artist of all time.

Martha Elaine Wash (born December 28, 1953) is an American singer-songwriter, actress, and producer. Known for her distinctive and powerful voice,  Wash first achieved fame as half of the Two Tons O' Fun, who sang backing for American disco singer Sylvester including on his signature hit "You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)". After gaining their own record deal, they released three consecutive commercially successful songs which all peaked at number 2 in the dance charts. The duo was renamed The Weather Girls in 1982 after they released the top-selling single "It's Raining Men", which brought them to mainstream pop attention. The Weather Girls released five albums and were heavily featured on Sylvester's albums.

After disbanding in 1988, Wash transitioned to house music as a featured artist on several successful songs. Her success on Billboard's Dance chart has earned her the honorific title The Queen of Clubland, with a total of fifteen number-one songs on the chart to date.

Wash is also noted for sparking legislation in the early 1990s that made vocal credits mandatory on CDs and music videos. Starting in the mid 1980s, her studio vocals were used in numerous successful dance songs without her permission. Models lip synced to her voice both in music videos and during live performances. As a result, Wash's identity was unknown and she was denied credit and royalties for many of the songs she recorded.This included platinum-selling song "Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)" as she had been labeled "unmarketable" due to her weight. Subsequently, in Rolling Stone, music critic Jason Newman described Martha Wash as "The Most Famous Unknown Singer of the '90s". In December 2016, Billboard magazine ranked her as the 58th most successful dance artist of all-time.

Madonna Louise Ciccone (/tʃɪˈkoʊni/; Italian: [tʃikˈkoːne]; born August 16, 1958) is an American singer-songwriter, actress, author, and record executive. Having been referred to as the "Queen of Pop" since the 1980s, she is regarded as one of the most impactful figures in popular culture. Madonna is noted for her continual reinvention and versatility in music production, songwriting, and visual presentation. She has pushed the boundaries of artistic expression in mainstream music, while remaining completely in charge of every aspect of her career. Her works, which incorporate social, political, sexual, and religious themes, have generated both critical acclaim and controversy. Madonna is often cited as an influence by other artists.

Born and raised in Michigan, Madonna moved to New York City in 1978 to pursue a career in modern dance. After performing as a drummer, guitarist, and vocalist in the rock bands Breakfast Club and Emmy, Madonna signed with Sire Records in 1982 and released her eponymous debut album the next year. She followed it with a series of successful albums, including all-time bestsellers Like a Virgin (1984) and True Blue (1986) as well as Grammy Award winners Ray of Light (1998) and Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005). Madonna has attained many number-one singles throughout her career, including "Like a Virgin", "La Isla Bonita", "Like a Prayer", "Vogue", "Take a Bow", "Frozen", "Music", "Hung Up", and "4 Minutes".

Madonna's popularity was further enhanced by roles in films such as Desperately Seeking Susan (1985), Dick Tracy (1990), A League of Their Own (1992), and Evita (1996). While Evita earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress, many of her other films received poor reviews. As a businesswoman, Madonna founded an entertainment company called Maverick (including the label Maverick Records) in 1992. Her other ventures include fashion brands, children's books, health clubs, and filmmaking. She contributes to various charities, having founded Ray of Light Foundation in 1998 and Raising Malawi in 2006.

Having sold over 300 million records worldwide, Madonna is certified as the best-selling female music artist of all time by Guinness World Records. According to Billboard, Madonna is the most successful solo artist in its Hot 100 chart history. She holds the record for the most number-one singles by a female artist in Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. She remains the highest-grossing solo touring artist of all time, accumulating U.S. $1.4 billion from her concert tickets. Madonna was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008, her first year of eligibility. VH1 ranked her atop the 100 Greatest Women in Music, while Rolling Stone listed her among the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time and the 100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time.

So today, dancing in my underwear, I choose C+C Music Factory’s "Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now) (feat. Martha Wash)" & Madonna’s "Causing a Commotion" as my, go on and smile, the sun still shines, the breeze still sings in the trees, song for a, let go of the inconsequential, laugh your way through the tears, one more go round on the ferris wheel of life, Friday.