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2024/2025 YouTube Playlist
2024/2025 Apple Music Playlist
We believe music connects people, just like research. That’s why we each picked a meaningful song and shared what it means to us. Explore our playlist to learn more about the individuals who make up our lab and maybe discover your new favorite song!
Daniela Orellana-Gonzalez’s Choice:
“Latinoamerica” – Calle 13
“This song is one I keep going back to every so often because it reminds me of my community. It is sort of an anthem for Latin America, highlighting its people’s history, diversity, and connection to the land.”
Abby Hunter’s Choice:
“New Slang” – The Shins
“Its been my favorite song since the 6th grade and means a lot to me! I find it very beautiful and calming 🙂
Nick Argument’s Choice:
“Intergalactic” – The Beastie Boys
“I chose this song because of its funky electronic beat and the fun but absurd rhymes. It was also one of my favourite songs as a kid, especially with the big robot in the music video.”
Yueling Sun’s Choice:
“Monday” – Leah Dou
“Always puts me in a chill mood :)”
Jim Tanaka’s Choice:
“Never Gonna Be Alone” – Jacob Collier (feature Lizzy McAlpine & John Mayer)
“Perfect song with perfect voices in a perfect arrangement”
Johannes Schultz-Coulon’s Choice:
“I Want You Back” – The Jackson 5
“A classic that never fails to make me smile.”
Eric Mah’s Choice:
“I Am A Man of Constant Sorrow” – Alison Krauss & Union Station
“A young lad’s introduction to the wonderful world of bluegrass (and a fine centerpiece to the Coen brothers’ classic ‘O Brother, Where Art Thou?’)”
Nas Khodaeian’s Choice:
“Mia & Sebastian’s Theme” – Justin Hurwitz
“I’ve been practicing it on Piano for the past year and since the first time I heard it in the movie “LaLa Land” it never left my mind! I often find myself humming it, and despite listening to it regularly, I seem not to get tired of it. I felt it was time to give it the tribute it deserves as my song of choice. “
Anna Lawrence’s Choice:
“Papas Fritas” – Nick Hakim
” Over the past year, I’ve made a conscious effort to dabble in the acoustic realm of music. This one caught my ear in the Summer of 2024—whenever I listen to it, the world feels more rich, vibrant, and full.”
Tove Jensen’s Choice:
“Undo” – Björk
” Björk is one of my favourite artists because of her eccentric and raw style of music, which still sounds very fresh today. I find this song in particular very moving and love its choral influence.”
Lucas Copp’s Choice:
“Blue Lagoon” – Masayoshi Takanaka
” This song introduced me to a genre of music I didn’t know existed and it has become one of my favourites ever since. “
Isabel Davies-Stevenson’s Choice:
“Change your mind” – Jack Vallier
” This song always gives me a sense of calm. I found this song in high school and it has followed me since.”
Bennet King-Nyberg’s Choice:
“Caravan Palace” – Lone Digger
” It never fails to get me in a good mood; electro swing is going to be the music at my future wedding. Quite dance-able.”
Kiera Ludlow’s Choice:
“Vanilla Twilight” – Owl City
” This was my first ever album owned when I was 6 years old after hearing fireflies on the radio. I would listen to this on my portable CD player while I fell asleep and this song is at the end of the album and will always have a special place in my heart. “
Alice Zaric’s Choice:
“Malibu” – Hole
” I grew up listening to a lot of 90s music with my Dad. When I listen to this song I like to imagine that I’m driving down a highway in Malibu with the wind blowing through my hair!”
Sarah Albassam’s Choice:
“Useless” – Omar Apollo
“I first came across this song on my Spotify Daylist — basically a daily mix of new and old music and it was one of the rare songs I instantly loved. I can’t really describe why other than it tickles my brain. “
Keeli Smith’s Choice:
“Wild Horses” – The Rolling Stones
“This is one of my favourite songs because of the way it captures so many emotions in such a simple and beautiful way.”
Madelaine Friesen’s Choice:
“Flight Attendant” – Josh Rouse
“This song has a really interesting bossa nova feel to it, which always manages to make me feel relaxed and focused.”
Dilhan Toredi’s Choice:
“Guapparia” -La Nina
““Guapparìa” is powerful because it exposes the emptiness behind violence, reminding us that real strength comes from love and humanity. Its mix of strong beats, traditional Neapolitan sounds, and a variety of instruments makes me feel energized and ready to move.”