“Rent” Characterized by its touching story and amazing soundtrack, the movie adaptation of this stage show simply never gets old. The characters are dynamic instead of being simply black and...

“Helplessness Blues” - Fleet Foxes This song sounds less simplistic for a folk song, although it is still comprised of simply guitar and vocals for the most part. The way Fleet Foxes layers...

“Phantom of the Opera” - Iron Maiden This song is unique in the fact that in its 7 minutes it features very few vocals, instead relying on complex guitar riffs. However, its majesty is in...

“Acid Rain” - Chance the Rapper Very laidback and relaxing, this song is characterized by Chance the Rapper’s meaningful words set against very pleasant and simplistic background instrumentals....

“Appalachian Spring: Doppio movimento” - Aaron Copland Composed by the phenomenal Aaron Copland, this song is characterized by its familiar melody, but is much more than that. Beautifully...

“Somewhere on a Beach” - Dierks Bentley This song varies slightly from the typical country song in its use of electronic instruments giving it almost a subtle rock feel without losing its...

“All Time Low” - Jon Bellion Using both a repetitive melody and lyrics, this song is one that can get stuck in anyone’s head, but in a good way. Characterized by its use of interesting...

“Take On Me” - A-Ha This song has seen a revival as a joke, but it still remains a great song, with its upbeat and catchy melody and easy-to-sing-along-to chorus. Being so well known, it's...

“Cocaine Jesus” - Rainbow Kitten Surprise This song has a sort of grunge alternative feel through its use of vocals and background guitar. It’s catchy and upbeat and a great song to dance...

"Hotel California” - Eagles Giving rock more of a groovy vibe, this classic song is a classic for a reason, having almost a tropical feeling to it, perfect for spring break. “Dead...

"Rent" For both those who don’t like typical musical soundtracks and those who do, this is the perfect soundtrack to listen to. Composed of a mix of both rock and showtunes, the catchy music...

"In Cold Blood" For readers who love fiction but want a real story, this is the perfect book. It tells the true story of a family murdered in their home in Kansas, following the murderers as they...