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Talkhouse Playlist: Raw and Heartfelt Songs from Forth Wanderers

Find out which John Maus song will melt your heart like butter.

10:50 AM EST on March 9, 2017

Today's playlist comes from the members of Montclair, New Jersey's, Forth Wanderers. The four-piece put out an excellent EP, Slop, last year and are now gearing up for a few shows at SXSW. Make sure to check them out, and enjoy!
–Dave Lucas, Talkhouse Marketing Manager

Lil Ugly Mane - "Drain Counter"
I like to listen to this song while I’m driving because it makes me feel like I am on my way to do something cool or cutting class in high school. -Ben

John Maus - "The Law"
This song is like a bibimbap of sweet tones. His deep baritone melts my heart like butter. -Ben

Viper - "You'll Cowards Don't Even Smoke Crack"
What more can I say? -Noah

Animal Collective - "Fireworks"
This sound rides its train track-sounding drum beat through the many chambers of your heart. -Noah

Elliott Smith - "Drive All Over Town"
I've had this song stuck in my head all day. It's just super cool and has a haunted sinister kind of sound that you don't forget. -Zach

John Coltrane - "Resolution"
I love jazz and this song is crazy cool. Everyone in Coltrane's band at this time sounds so powerful and they are the best at what they do. -Zach

Madvillain - "Fancy Clown"
This song's beat is super tasty. The concept of the song is also really cool in the context of the album. -Duke

Porches. – "Good Book"
I cried all through high school listening to this song. I am crying right now. -Duke

Amy Winehouse – "I Heard Love is Blind (Acoustic)"
This is one of my favorite demos of Amy's; it sounds super raw and heartfelt. Also Amy is a huge inspiration to me -Ava

Al Green - "Tired of Being Alone"
Al Green is the best, so soulful and sweet! Never get tired of this song -Ava

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