Attending university in San Diego is a bittersweet experience as surfing is a perfect pastime, and unfortunately a perfect distraction. Homework can be pushed aside in order to catch that perfect wave, creating a dilemma with finding motivation to complete homework and assignments.
For those who need that extra zhuzh to hit the books, here’s a playlist curated for the beach-loving and surf-yearning. Fully immerse yourself in the world of Real Estate, Beach House and Wild Nothing. All formed on the East Coast, these indie rock bands set a laid-back mood through mesmerizing and breezy melodies that create the perfect California vibe.
Layered with echoing vocals and acoustic strings, Eddie Vedder’s “Rise” and Beck’s “Blue Moon” provide an earthy tone to this playlist. Vedder’s reliance on ukulele is both soulful and poetic, while Beck’s inclusion of drums brings a heavier beat.
My favorite in this playlist is Bitter, by the British band Palace. The band is most known for their album “Life After” which dropped in 2019. Lead singer Leo Wyndham’s consoling voice and lyrics bring a sense of clarity with the chords of lead guitarist Rupert Turner.
These songs might keep the urges to surf at bay until midterms are over. Happy studying and listening!
April’s Song – Real Estate
Bitter (Acoustic) – Palace
Rise – Eddie Vedder
A Moment’s Grace – Boy & Bear
Silver Soul – Beach House
Golden – My Morning Jacket
Midnight Song – Wild Nothing
Hazy – Vulpix
Slomo – Slowdive
Blue Moon – Beck
Tiger Mountain Peasant Song – Fleet Foxes
Milan – High Highs
Be Around – Jasper Bones
Chartreuse – Worn-Tin
Change Your Mind – CASTEBEAT
Bloodlines – Cape Francis
Patience – The Lumineers
Written By: Katie Morris
Nick Hancock 
Steve Anderson 
Grace Chaves