Musical Obsession: October

I am back this month with some new obsessions. This is the music I find myself constantly listening to this month.

1. Pentatonix - Pentatonix (Deluxe Version)

So in the last couple of months I have become a huge fan of Pentatonix after seeing them open for Kelly Clarkson this past August. I knew of the group and had heard them sing a few times before via The Elvis Duran Morning Show but didn't really take the moment to appreciate and listen to more of their music. Now that I have I absolutely LOVE them. The fact that they perform entirely in Acapella makes me love and appreciate them even more. Their talent is immeasurable. This album is mostly original acapella music which is rarely heard of. What they accomplished with this album still astounds me. It's easy to forget that every sound is made with their voices. The album is fantastic in my opinion. My standout favorites are: Sing, Ref, Water, Rose Gold, Na Na Na, and New Year's Day. They do have a few covers (Where Are U Now, Cheerleader, Lean On...) and do such an amazing job. Their version of If I Ever Fall In Love with Jason Derulo was unbelievable. Definitely worth a listen.

2. Carrie Underwood - Storyteller (Target Exclusive)

Can't begin to say how excited I am to have new music from Carrie. It's been 3 years since her last album and she did not disappoint. My favorite thing about Carrie's music is how every song paints such an elaborate story you can basically visualize it in your mind as you sing along. So that makes her calling her album Storyteller especially appropriate. Each song on this album is it's own individual story with topics spanning from physical abuse, revenge, possible murder, love, growing up, rebounding, and so on. It's quite a ride. Some of my favorites include Renegade Runaway, Relapse, Clock Don't Stop, Church Bells, Heartbeat and What I Never Knew I Always Wanted. 

Special Mentions: 

Ben Haenow + Kelly Clarkson - Second Hand Heart

Being the huge Kelly Clarkson fan that I am, It's basically automatic that if Kelly is singing on it, I'm buying it. This song is really good. I was surprised to love it as much as I do. It's a great track to sing along to. I'm of the belief that any song Kelly is on will be fantastic and I was not disappointed. Don't really know about Ben Haenow but I'm I'll be looking into his other stuff now.

Adele -  Hello (Single)

What can I say about Adele that hasn't already been expressed in a variety of ways? This woman has an awe inspiring talent that just leaves you blown away. It's been 4 years since Adele released an Album and I couldn't be more excited for 25. Her first single Hello is blows me away. The first time I listened to it I had goosebumps. Adele truly has the power to just leave you in awe. The song is everything we have come to expect and love about Adele. The tome and emotion really throws you. Can't wait to hear what else she has in store for us.

So those are my picks and I would definitely recommend a listen. If it's not your thing that's fine but at least give it a try. You never know what you might enjoy until you give it a try. 

Until next time. Peace, Love, and Hugs!