nicole paulus
Nicole Paulus has always been a huge music nerd. When she's not on a dance floor waving her arms like a madwoman, she’s busy running her own digital marketing company: Nicole Paulus - Squarespace Webdesign & Digital Marketing Solutions
The Altruist – Saddles
16 January 2017
Since moving to Phoenix, Arizona, I have been fortunate to meet lots of creative and inspiring people. Saddles is an example of the local talent that motivates me to create. This song is from their newly released album, “ Yoke.”
Gay Human Bones – Harlem
16 January 2017
I was excited when I moved to Tucson, Arizona after attending high school in a Virginia suburb. The desert landscape, colorful homes and alternative music felt so vibrant. Harlem is a garage band that originated in Tucson during this time of my life.
Did You See the Words – Animal Collective
16 January 2017
I have always appreciated Animal Collective. I admire their songs as being packed with emotion and unique sounds. Their music pushes me to experiment with my talents as they have with each of their albums.
You Wanna Know (feat. Joy) – Wankelmut
13 January 2017
If the name Wankelmut sounds familiar to you, it’s probably because I’ve already added one of his tracks to this playlist. When I heard this song, however, I couldn’t help but also include it. And don’t even think about asking me why I didn’t just add my favorite. That’s like asking a chubby kid which flavor of ice cream is his favorite. The answer you’ll likely hear is “all of them, duh”.
Cycle – Coma
13 January 2017
I love to put this song on when I am getting ready to go out into the night. In fact, I just turned the track on and it immediately put me in “weekend mode” (not really a good thing considering it’s barely Tuesday).
I Spit That – David Keno, Stage Rockers
13 January 2017
The lyrics to this song are as follows “Sweet dolla’ tea from McDonald’s, I drink that. Super hot fire, I spit that. 2 & A Half Men, I watch that.” After a quick interweb research (thanks Google), I discovered that the vocals were pulled from this YouTube rap battle between SUPAHOTFIRE and B-Bone. Maybe SUPAHOTFIRE isn’t the best rapper, but he sure makes one hell of a presence on this track. Can’t. stop. listening
It’s True (Ron Flatter Remix) – Benn Finn
13 January 2017
There is a cliché about living in Berlin; that everyone’s a damn DJ. To some extent it’s true. Though I’m not, I have plenty of friends who claim to be (some are better than others, but you didn’t hear that from me.) After living here two years, I can totally understand why an aspiring DJ would choose to move to Berlin. Though DJs are a dime a dozen, if you’re any good, you will be more revered than The Hoff himself.
Come On Now (Set It Off) – Tube & Berger, Juliet Sikora
13 January 2017
When I hear the words “set it off” I immediately think of one of two things; the 90s crime action film featuring the Queen (Latifah) herself (if you haven’t seen it, do yourself a favor and get on that..right now) or else I think of the 1984 song by Strafe, “y’all wan’t this party started quickly, right?”
What I Might Do – Ben Pearce
13 January 2017
There was once a time in my life where I was driving one hour to sit in a cubicle and proofread dog food labels for eight hours straight. When I wasn’t having long existential conversations with myself on the way home, I was listening to songs like this. After a few months of contemplation, the levy broke, I knew just what I had to do. I quit my job, bought a one way ticket to Berlin, and never looked back.
Ringo – Joris Voorn
13 January 2017
Like many of the songs on this playlist, this one reminds me of my first few months in Berlin. It’s less dancier than the others, which makes it perfect for getting lost in thought while simultaneously ridding your boudoir of old U-Bahn tickets, bottle caps, and Sterni bottles.
When I’m With You feat. Shimmy Timmy (Sakso Remix)- Stereo Express, AKA AKA & Thaelstrom
13 January 2017
Can we just agree that the feeling of “home” is an amazing one? Home is comfort, home is familiarity, home is safe. This song makes me feel grateful for my physical home and all the lovely people that I know who fill it.
Got a Feeling (Pleasurekraft vs. Bontan Remix) – Josh Butler
13 January 2017
Ok. I know this song starts out a bit hard, but just wait. At the 1:00 mark you’ll start to regain your trust for me. Then….wait just a bit more. At 1:30 you’ll get the feeling that something really special is about to happen. 1:33, 1:33, 1:33.