Our generation is saturated with technology and pop culture, and sometimes its nice to get away from that to pretend we’re in a time where children don’t walk around with iPhones and restaurant choices are not made based upon whether or not they have Wi-Fi. So for the old souls, hipsters, or anyone who needs to escape for a bit, here are 5 songs that will make you think you live in a different time.
1. Electric Love by BORN
This song has such a retro feel to it and it just transports you to the 80’s. It’s definitely a catchy song and will remain with you throughout the day –but it’s makes you feel so happy, you won’t really mind! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXB2Vuy1aNQ)
2. Better Man by Leon Bridges
Any of Bridges’ songs will enrapture you in the golden age of the blues and soul music. He has such an old, classic tone that you will never be able to hear enough of. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgS_xob1x4A)
3. Shut Up and Dance by Walk the Moon
This song has been inescapable this past year. If you turned on your radio at all, it was likely to be the one playing. However, when you initially hear it, it makes you wonder if you’re on the right station because it has such a retro feel to it. It’s definitely one to go back and listen to every now and again. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JCLY0Rlx6Q)
4. Death of a Bachelor by Panic! at the Disco
This song is made to feel vintage, particularly in the music video. However, it not only perfectly mirrors the smooth voices of performers like Fran Sinatra, but also melds that style with pop in a way that only Panic! at the Disco can. When you listen to it, you can’t be sure what time you’re in. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R03cqGg40GU)
5. Heaven’s Gate by Dawn Landes and Piers Faccini
This folk song has such a chill, gypsy vibe to it. You can imagine yourself being around a campfire with friends after day of traveling when you listen to it. It’s a perfect fit for anyone unable to travel and looking to momentarily fulfill their wanderlust. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Tyst-DxmB0)