I’m sure that everyone reading this article has a great taste in music. Most people who smoke just know a lot about music. One of my favorite things is when my friends introduce me to new music. So I have put together a list of music that I think you will all enjoy. I have omitted the usual suspects (Marley, Dylan, Radiohead, Morrison, etc…) So, this list is mainly of music that people don’t listen to as much as my social, smoking circle does. Many of you may already know some of the songs and bands below but regardless, I’m just passing it on…
Outkast: Whenever we’re about to twist one up or pack the bowl, I always turn on some Outkast. The music is both exciting and chill. Each song is completely different and equally excellent. It’s the perfect music to get the smoke session started.
Top Recommendations: Spottieottiedogaliscious and Aquemini
Led Zeppelin: Now it’s time to tone it down a little bit. You’ve just gotten super high off the last two bowls and you’re now just enjoying your high. Let Robert Plant and Jimmy Page take you to world where the sun is always shining, where love is rampant, and where the guitar never stops. Definitely one of my top 5 favorite bands of all time, Zepp never lets me down and always makes me feel just…right.
Top Recommendations: Tangerine and What Is and What Should Be
Jay-Z & Eminem: Okay, so you’ve already smoked a few bowls and a joint or two, the energy level in the room has become more chill and everyone is just enjoying the high. After the Zeppelin, some pretty serious conversations have broken out about absolutely nothing, such as how much better 3-ply toilet paper is than 2-ply. This is the perfect time to throw Jay-Z’s black album on or anything by Eminem to pump you and your boys right up. I’m partial to Eminem because I feel that he’s a lyrical genius, but you gotta love Jay-Z, his badass vocals and beats. Listen to Eminem as you pack that bong and everyone will push off the back of their seat and gear up for their next hit.
Top Recommendations: Moment of Clarity and Drug Ballad
RJD2: By a stroke of luck about two years ago, I happened to stumble upon a song by RJD2 in my iTunes. I hadn’t remembered downloading it and I didn’t know who it/he was. Well, now I know that RJD2 is a musical college of “cut-and-paste” hip hop that combines different elements and beats to create a smooth, moody view of the world. His music is enchanting and exhilarating at the same time as peaceful and relaxing. Hit the bong, then play his song.
Top Recommendations: Ghostwriter and 1976
The Postal Service: I just got into them this year, but I find that listening to their music while high is the trippest thing. The Postal Service is a mix of electronic and indie-rock by a group of people who stem from all different types of bands to collaborate on Postal Service albums. Turn the music up, turn down the lights, turn on iTunes Visualizer and you’re set for a while – or at least until your next bowl.
Top Recommendations: The District Sleeps Alone Tonight and Such Great Heights
The Garden State Soundtrack: This the last of the music that I’ll recommend, otherwise I could go on for pages about what I think you’d all really enjoy. For those that have seen the movie, you’ll understand how soothing and creative the music on the soundtrack is. If you haven’t seen the movie – go see it – then download the soundtrack. Zack Braff, the director-writer-lead-actor of the movie, was working with a super tight budget to create this movie and soundtrack to enter into a ton of Film Festivals. He asked each artist personally for each song to be put on the album and he got all the rights to use their music – FREE. It’s music that’s just beginning to become bigger, slowly. It’s best to listen to this music towards the end of your smoking session. It’s the chillest mix of music to listen to before you hit the final bowl or hit the sack.
Top Recommendations. In The Waiting and Let Go
August 3rd, 2010 at 11:51 am
I also recommend listening to Of Montreal (specifically the songs The Partys Crashing us and Du Og Meg) and Crystal Castles when one is at the peak in their high.
October 12th, 2010 at 4:24 am
Man you didnt add Wiz Khalifa to this mix. Hes the king of grass roots music. look em up. Kush and Orange Juice