Five Song Friday - April 12th

Another week, and some fantastic new music has found its way to me. Check out my picks for this week and see what you think!

1. Part II - Paramore
   This is my current favorite from Paramore's new album, Paramore, which just released this week. It's a sequel to another one of my favorite Paramore songs, "Let The Flames Begin", and it is awesome. The song rocks just like the original, and the parallels between the lyrics make me smile ever time. It's unique, and I love its edgy nature. It feels dark and gritty, but still incredibly catchy and creative. Definitely worth checking out if you already like Paramore. 5/5
2. Walking Separate Ways - Conditions
   Condition's new album, Full of War, is another album I've been listening to when I haven't been listening to Paramore or OneRepublic. This song is the album opener, and packs a punch, with roaring guitars and driving drums. The build-up from the bridge back into the last chorus is awesome, making you want to nod your head along. The song rocks, to put it simply. Good for fans of VersaEmerge, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, and This Love. 5/5
3. Shadow Moses - Bring Me The Horizon
   After discovering Bring Me The Horizon last week, I also discovered this song off their new record, Sempiternal. It is a lot more on the heavy side than "Can You Feel My Heart", with some fantastic breakdowns and screams. I particularly enjoy Oliver Sykes' screams, because he is understandable but is still gritty and raw sounding. The instrumental, combined with his screams, makes for an intensity that fuels the song. A great song for those who like We Came As Romans, Memphis May Fire, and Of Mice & Men. 5/5
4. Counting Stars - OneRepublic
   In the little time that I haven't been listening to Paramore's newest album, I've been listening to OneRepublic's newest album, Native. This song is one of the many stand outs, and has been repeatedly played over these last few weeks. It's incredibly catchy and upbeat, staying in my head for hours on end. The bridge is especially addictive, making you want to clap along and dance around. Definitely a recommendation for anyone who loves OneRepublic, Maroon 5, and The Script. 5/5
5. Still Into You - Paramore
   This song is cute. Plain and simple. It's got that Paramore edge, but it's a love song that's down to earth and realistic. It doesn't make these outlandish claims or set-up unrealistic relationship ideals. It talks about how relationships aren't always easy, and how rough patches occur, but that true love endures despite the hardships. And besides, the song is incredibly catchy. It makes you want to run around and just be happy. It's hard to listen and be mad or upset. Definitely worth getting if you're a fan of the band. 5/5