What’s on the playlist, and why did we pick it?
Let’s take a closer look...
#1. “Feel It Still” by Portugal. The Man
- Who chose it: JP, IT Lead at amazee.io
- Why: “Reminds me of my vacation in Portugal, where I lived in a campervan for 3 weeks.”
#2. “If Not for You” by Shakey Graves
- Who chose it: Bryan, Partner Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “Groovy guitar, vocal harmonies, and chilled vibes.”
#3. “The Nights” by Avicii
- Who chose it: Davis, Security Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “This song reminds us all to make the most of the lives we're living.”
#4. “Holy” by Frightened Rabbit
- Who chose it: Stephanie, Solutions Marketing Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “The energy of the intro and how it carries through the song.”
#5. “Lemon Mouth” by Tigers Jaw
- Who chose it: Stephanie, Solutions Marketing Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “You have to support hometown artists, right? And it reminds me of going to shows in tiny local venues.”
#6. “The Passenger” by Iggy Pop
- Who chose it: Stephanie, Solutions Marketing Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “A perfect road trip song. Singin' la la la la la la la la...”
#7. “Peggy Sang the Blues” by Frank Turner
- Who chose it: Stephanie, Solutions Marketing Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “These lines: ‘It doesn’t matter where you come from, it matters where you go. No one gets remembered for the things they didn’t do.’”
#8. “Wildflowers” by Tom Petty
- Who chose it: Stephanie, Solutions Marketing Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “Tom Petty is my favorite artist and ‘Wildflowers’ is my favorite of his solo albums. I could listen to it for hours.”
#9. “I’ll Be Your Mirror” by The Velvet Underground and Nico
- Who chose it: Stephanie, Solutions Marketing Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “Relaxing vibe, plus a reminder to try to see yourself in the positive way others see you.”
#10. “Here Comes the Sun” by Nina Simone
- Who chose it: AC, Product Designer at amazee.io
- Why: “‘It's been a long and cold and lonely winter... Here comes the sun... It's alright.’”
#11. “When I’m Gone” by Gary Clark Jr.
- Who chose it: AC, Product Designer at amazee.io
- Why: “Appreciating the here and now.”
#12. “Perfect” by Anne-Marie
- Who chose it: Alanna, Documentation, Training, & Dev at amazee.io
- Why: “It's a good reminder that you're enough just as you are.”
#13. “Why Oh Why” by L.A.B.
- Who chose it: Nicole, Team Lead/Engagement Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “Very New Zealand, a combined mix of reggae, electronic, blues & funk. Friends that have recently grown into one of the most-popular and busiest acts in New Zealand.”
#14. “On My Own” by Anamanaguchi ft. HANA
- Who chose it: Brandon, Software Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Chiptunes, sick drums, great vocals. It bops.”
#15. “Phoenix” by Hybrid Minds
- Who chose it: Thom, Platform Engineer and Partner at amazee.io
- Why: “A favorite track for the morning skate along the Auckland waterfront.”
#16. “The Girl and the Robot” by Röyksopp
- Who chose it: Bastian, Platform Team Lead and Partner at amazee.io
- Why: “Röyksopp - Nice electronica and if you are here, the first track was free - take 11 minutes and play "Rescue (Lost Tapes)" ;-)”
#17. “If I Had a Heart” by Fever Ray
- Who chose it: Bastian, Platform Team Lead and Partner at amazee.io
- Why: “If you know the Knife, you also don't want to miss Karin Dreijers voice and you'll love this dark song.”
#18. “One Day” by JPson
- Who chose it: Bastian, Platform Team Lead and Partner at amazee.io
- Why: “Turn it up just a little bit too much on the volume, close your eyes and enjoy the song. You'll feel like you're at a concert.”
#19. “Fed All My Days” by Manni Orrason
- Who chose it: Bastian, Platform Team Lead and Partner at amazee.io
#20. “Palm of My Hand” by Zhu
- Who chose it: Salvatore, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Great guitar intro for an electronic song with several different vibes.”
#21. “Chasing Marrakech” by Zhu
- Who chose it: Salvatore, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
#22. “Bonfire Heart” by James Blunt
- Who chose it: Chandana, Systems Support Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Good vibes with great music. Also, the video gives a nice getaway road trip experience.”
#23. “Billie Jean” by Los Pikadientes de Caborca
- Who chose it: Jaime, Systems Support Engineer and Keeper of the National Day Archives at amazee.io
- Why: “A nod to my Mexican roots, this is the best cover of one of the best songs of all time. The tuba baseline gives me life.”
#24. “Feels Like I Do” by Vin Diesel
- Who chose it: Jaime, Systems Support Engineer and Keeper of the National Day Archives at amazee.io
- Why: “It’s everything you want in a song: Vin Diesel, great lyrics, Vin Diesel, catchy hook, Vin Diesel, bumping drums, Vin Diesel.”
#25. “Chacarron” by El Chombo
- Who chose it: Jaime, Systems Support Engineer and Keeper of the National Day Archives at amazee.io
- Why: “This is a great song. Such a great beat! And, as an added bonus, it’s truly global just like our team. Mostly because I don't know what language this is in.”
#26. “Man in the Box” by Metalachi
- Who chose it: Jaime, Systems Support Engineer and Keeper of the National Day Archives at amazee.io
- Why: “Another cover! This time, it’s a metal mariachi band covering a great Alice In Chains song.”
#27. “Geyser” by Mitski
- Who chose it: Blaize, Developer Experience & CI/CD Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Mitski is the kind of cool you can only dream of being; a cool that's effortless and also completely vulnerable. This is also just a great track.”
#28. “Metalingus” by Alter Bridge
- Who chose it: Tyler, Technical Account Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “Driving beat, technical guitar work, Myles Kennedy vocals are perfect. Great for getting motivated and cranking out some code.”
#29. “I'm Shipping Up to Boston” by Dropkick Murphys
- Who chose it: Franz, CEO at amazee.io
- Why: “Very distinctive Celtic Punk sound. Very motivating opening – gets you really going/running.”
#30. “The Diary of Jane” by Breaking Benjamin
- Who chose it: Rhiannon, Interaction Designer at amazee.io
- Why: “There is just something about his voice that puts my mind in the right place and that goes for all of their songs :)”
#31. “He's a Pirate” by Klaus Badelt and Hans Zimmer
- Who chose it: Franz, CEO at amazee.io
- Why: “Goosebump opening of the orchestra. No lyrics, but the power of the orchestra is vibrating through the whole body. Very motivating.”
#32. “Toys and Flavors” by The Hellacopters
- Who chose it: Scott, Security Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Cheerful upbeat feel-good punk/rock. And like most Hellacopters songs, a couple of face-melting guitar solos.”
#33. “We Know Something You Don't Know” by DJ Format
- Who chose it: Scott, Security Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Great flow and a catchy tune.”
#34. “The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World
- Who chose it: Jason, Brand Evangelist at amazee.io
- Why: “Upbeat with a catchy chorus! It's one of my favourite songs and on regular rotation on my personal playlist.”
#35. “False Connections” by Zeth Mekes
- Who chose it: Jason, Brand Evangelist at amazee.io
- Why: “Super catchy and always puts me in a good mood! A great track by one of our own Amazees :)”
#36. “Rise” by Eddie Vedder
- Who chose it: Vincenzo, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “It's one of the songs we listened to as a lullaby for my daughter.”
#37. “Escape Velocity” by The Chemical Brothers
- Who chose it: Vincenzo, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “I listen to this song when I want to focus on something...very very trippy song :)”
#38. “Firestarter” by The Prodigy
- Who chose it: Vincenzo, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Another strong song remembering good times with friends.”
#39. “Double Trouble - Live at the Budokan Theatre, Tokyo 1979” by Eric Clapton
- Who chose it: Vincenzo, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Imagine yourself sitting on a comfortable sofa in the dim light, having a drink and relaxing.”
#40. “Fear of the Dark” by Iron Maiden
- Who chose it: Vincenzo, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Evergreen :)”
#41. “I Fought the Law” by The Clash
- Who chose it: Vincenzo, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Because everyone needs punk :)”
#42. “Pyramid Song” by Radiohead
- Who chose it: Vincenzo, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Another dreamlike song.”
#43. “Money” by Pink Floyd
- Who chose it: Vincenzo, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Pink Floyd should be in EVERY playlist.”
#44. “Money for Nothing” by Dire Straits
- Who chose it: Vincenzo, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “Can a playlist without this song exist? (ps: also one of the first video clips in computer graphics).”
#45. “Lithium” by Nirvana
- Who chose it: Vincenzo, Systems Engineer at amazee.io
- Why: “This song reminds me of the times when I was young, long hair and moshing around at the concerts.”
#46. “Retreat!” by Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings
- Who chose it: Seth, Digital/Social Media Marketing Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “Sharon Jones is a gem and an absolute inspiration – her vocals always make me feel like I can tackle anything – she belongs on all playlists.”
#47. “Love Will Keep Us Together” by Captain and Tennille
- Who chose it: Seth, Digital/Social Media Marketing Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “A little bit of funk with a lot of happy.”
#48. “Love Will Tear Us Apart” by Joy Division
- Who chose it: Seth, Digital/Social Media Marketing Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “The dark chocolate of love songs.”
#49. “Tiger is Coming” by LEENALCHI
- Who chose it: Seth, Digital/Social Media Marketing Manager at amazee.io
- Why: “A new flavor of funky.”
#50. “Motorcycle Emptiness” by Manic Street Preachers
- Who chose it: Toby, Lagoon Product Lead at amazee.io
- Why: “The Manics ruled my early teens. If I was old enough to drive, I would have car-a-oke'd this non-stop...”
#51. “You Get What You Give” by New Radicals
- Who chose it: Toby, Lagoon Product Lead at amazee.io
- Why: “This song was a common thread throughout University for me, and it still brings a smile to my face.”
#52. “Dog Days Are Over” by Florence + the Machine
- Who chose it: Toby, Lagoon Product Lead at amazee.io
- Why: “I remember listening to this song at a point in our lives when we'd just discovered our own ‘dog days’ – even so, listening to this song reminds me that great good can arise from bad situations.”
#53. “Skál” by Corvus Corax
- Who chose it: JP, IT Lead at amazee.io
- Why: “Skál! (Self-Explanatory).”
#54. “Surf Eat Sleep” by Al-Berto & The Fried Bikinis
- Who chose it: JP, IT Lead at amazee.io
- Why: “Cheers me up when I need some sunshine.”