December 2019 Kurated (Decade Favorites)

Originally published 12/31/2019.

This month, our core staff picked some songs that were some of their favorites that came out this decade. When asked why they picked these songs, here’s how they responded:

On choosing “Iota” by Angel Olsen:
“Angel Olsen has been my favorite artist for many years of this decade & this song carried me through high school into college. I feel that Angel has given me music to grow up to and as I’ve gotten older I continuously return to all of her music, connecting to her words and sounds in each phase of my life.”
– Julia Pierce, Design Director

On choosing “Paprika Pony” by Kim Gordon:
“I’m so impressed with this entire album, but this song has to be my favorite! It goes hard.”
– Deanna Gasparyan, Public Affairs Director

On choosing “Only Girl (In The World)” by Rihanna:
“Icon”
– Alanis Gordillo, Co-Events Director

On choosing “Fashion Killa” by A$AP Rocky:
“This is one of the most charming songs to listen to on Rocky’s debut album. I think it is notable that his appreciation for high fashion and beauty is shared through love and affection, which is something we all want at all times.”
– Cosme Medina, Live In Studio A Co-Director

Listen to the playlist below. Happy holidays and see you in the new year!

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2K8kj2paBKlXqCueepH3Py?go=1&sp_cid=68a12aed92838add0006edbdfb21dbbc&utm_source=embed_player_p&utm_medium=desktop