NCS STEREO {YOUR SATURDAY LINEUP}

This week was a bit of a mod podge of listening pleasures. I went from Trap/Dub, to Rap, to Hip Hop, to some alternative...there was no real consecutive theme here. My mind was all over the place this week, and so were my feels. As the week dwindles down, I acquired a lovely little cold...**Side eye emoji** so my song selection began to match my sentiments as it pertained to that. Most of those songs didn't make it to the list....this time.

As always, my focus is primarily on individual songs that I want to share with you! Now, some you may not like, some you may love, some you may remember, and some may be new to you and heading to your music device stat...either way, this is a peek into my music world and my taste. Respect it, enjoy it, and I hope I either introduce you to something or bring back fond memories. 

Disclaimer: These are not my songs and I am not claiming them.

LET'S GET STARTED!!!

There you have it, my top ten for this week!

Remember every Saturday I will bring you a new list of my top 10 songs of the week, in this NCS Stereo (NaughtCouture's Saturday Stereo) segment. Most times there's a focus on artists;  here I will be focusing predominately on specific songs, how they make me feel, what I like about the particular song, how I discovered them, and/or  sometimes the memories that come attached to them. This week I went a different route (as I stated earlier), the format may change again in the future weeks to come. Hope you enjoyed my picks for this week, Happy Listening!  

-CHEERS

NCS STEREO {YOUR SATURDAY LINEUP}

This week has been craaaazy, so much has been going on in my personal life...but most importantly...so much has been going on in the world. I've been finding myself distracted or actually trying to distract myself, because even though I would never blind myself to what's going on in the world...I just needed a break. So I just kind of lost myself in my music. This week I found myself reverting back to some songs that brought back some teen year memories and even some younger ones, as for what made it onto this playlist...well why don't you just have a listen. 

As always, my focus is primarily on individual songs that I want to share with you! Now, some you may not like, some you may love, some you may remember, and some may be new to you and heading to your music device stat...either way, this is a peek into my music world and my taste. Respect it, enjoy it, and I hope I either introduce you to something or bring back fond memories. 

Disclaimer: These are not my songs and I am not claiming them.

LET'S GET STARTED!!!

There you have it, my top ten for this week!

Remember every Saturday I will bring you a new list of my top 10 songs of the week, in this NCS Stereo (NaughtCouture's Saturday Stereo) segment. Most times there's a focus on artists;  here I will be focusing predominately on specific songs, how they make me feel, what I like about the particular song, how I discovered them, and/or  sometimes the memories that come attached to them. This week I went a different route (as I stated earlier), the format may change again in the future weeks to come. Hope you enjoyed my picks for this week,Happy Listening!  

-CHEERS

NCS STEREO {YOUR SATURDAY LINEUP}

This week I'm trying something a little different, I've decided to change the format of the NCS STEREO, and may do so from time to time until I find a format that best suits what exactly I'm going for (please bare with me til then). 

As always, my focus is primarily on individual songs that I want to share with you! Now, some you may not like, some you may love, some you may remember, and some may be new to you and heading to your music device stat...either way, this is a peek into my music world and my taste. Respect it, enjoy it, and I hope I either introduce you to something or bring back fond memories. 

Disclaimer: These are not my songs and I am not claiming them.

LET'S GET STARTED!!!

There you have it, my top ten for this week!

Thank you for braving through that with me. Remember every Saturday I will bring you a new list of my top 10 songs of the week, in this NCS Stereo (NaughtCouture's Saturday Stereo) segment. Most times there's a focus on artists;  here I will be focusing predominately on specific songs, how they make me feel, what I like about the particular song, how I discovered them, and/or  sometimes the memories that come attached to them. This week I went a different route (as I stated earlier), the format may change again in the future weeks to come. Hope you enjoyed my picks for this week, Happy Listening!  

-CHEERS

NCS STEREO {YOUR SATURDAY LINEUP}

This week has been all kinds of hectic...actually....the past couple of weeks, so I went with a more toned down music selection in order to combat the 50 shades of shitty I've been feeling. If you're new to my blog, or to my social media, then you may not know that I suffer from chronic headaches (not that I make huge announcements very often about my severe ailment woes, all over my blog and social media like that..or very frequently). I do plan to do an depth post accompanied by a video all about it very soon actually. My goal isn't to Debbie down this NCS STEREO, don't get me wrong, I'm just filling you in. All in all, due to the kaka I've been experiencing, it has definitely shaped what I've been listening to this week. 

As always, my focus is primarily on individual songs that I want to share with you! Now, some you may not like, some you may love, some you may remember, and some may be new to you and heading to your music device stat...either way, this is a peek into my music world and my taste. Respect it, enjoy it, and I hope I either introduce you to something or bring back fond memories. 

Disclaimer: These are not my songs and I am not claiming them.

LET'S GET STARTED!!!

#1 AltJ-Breezblocks: Aside from this song being amazing, the music video was expertly done. Additionally, this song (and every other song on this list) fits the feels of my week.

#2 Erykah Badu- Didn't Cha Know: Ok, so if you don't know about this song.....now ya know (and where have you been...?). This week it's been on serious repeat and has actually helped put me to sleep, and has been on the "Sexy Time" playlist as well. It's just one of those multi-purpose songs.

#3 Janet Jackson-Anytime, Any Place: This song is also a multi-purpose song, yes it has typically been featured on my "Sexy Time" playlist, but it has also done wonders to just help unwind my mind in general. 

#4 Tricky- Hell Is Around The Corner: OMG, Tricky is my love! So many nights were spent listening to him and Portishead, throughout my teen years. I was obsessed! When I came upon this song, amongst my arsenal of songs, I was actually surprised that I almost forgot about it and was happy to start listening to Tricky again.

#5 Portishead- Roads: Didn't I mention (like a few playlists back) that Portishead was my JAM?! Ugggghhhh, I LOVE this song and so many of the songs from Portishead. If you're looking to sink deeeeeeeep into some chill vibes, then Portishead is for you...hands down.

#6 James Blake- Retrograde: I actually heard his name for the first time about two weeks ago at my most recent photo shoot. I never got a chance to actually listen to his music, I just took note of his name. Once I got home I did my little search, and HOLY SHIT! This song is just sooooooo Fucking good, excuse my French....or don't. This song was just what I needed to help me through the past week or so, and through my editing sessions. 

#7 Clair De Lune- Flight Facilities: Yet another song that has help me turn in for the night, edit photos, enjoy my rainy Friday (which just passed), and de-fog my mind. It has quickly become a fave.

#8 Movement- Ivory: Unlike the artist James Blake, and how I hadn't heard from him until I'd gotten home from my latest phot shoot, I got the chance to hear this song from the Movement at the shoot. The moment this song came on, I just needed to know who was responsible for this awesome song. The thing is, it's not exactly a song with a lot of bells and whistles, but it is still just...everythang. It's repeat-worthy. 

#9 XXYXX- About You: I honestly don't know if it's the song that makes the song or the song coupled with the video directed, filmed, and edited by Jeff Vash , that makes the song (or at least makes me enjoy it more). This ISH right here is also the ultimate in chill vibes to the max, and with the mondo headaches and spine aches I've been experiencing...chilled to the max is where it's at.

Last but not least, #10 Yael Naim- Toxic: Now this is a cover! I love a bunch of her other songs, but  I am in love with her cover of Britney Spear's song, "Toxic". It's just so damn good, and I appreciate her unique rendition. 

There you have it, my top ten for this week!

Thank you for braving through that with me. Remember every Saturday I will bring you a new list of my top 10 songs of the week, in the NCS Stereo (NaughtCouture's Saturday Stereo) segment. Most times there's a focus on artists;  here I will be focusing predominately on specific songs, how they make me feel, what I like about the particular song, how I discovered them, and/or  sometimes the memories that come attached to them. 

-CHEERS

NCS STEREO {YOUR SATURDAY LINEUP}

I want to share with you guys my love of music. My focus will be on songs that I've been vibing to the most each week. Guys, there are so many songs I want to share with you! Now, some you may not like, some you may love, some you may remember, and some may be new to you and heading to your music device stat...either way, this is a peek into my music world and my taste. Respect it, enjoy it, and I hope I either introduce you to something or bring back fond memories. 

Disclaimer: These are not my songs and I am not claiming them.

LET'S GET STARTED!!!

#1 Yelle- A Cause Des Garcons: This song just reminds me of the time I worked at 99X on the lower east side and still lived in my tiny studio apartment in Bushwick (those were the days). I really miss that place, and those slightly balmy summer afternoons, fans in the windows, with this song (and many like it) just blaring throughout my tiny living space. 

#2 Gorilla Zoe ft. Santogold & M.I.A- Get It Up: I honestly couldn't pinpoint the exact moment I came across this song right here, but I was definitely working in L.I.C at the time, it was a 7 train must-have, and it already featured two of my faves (Santogold & M.I.A). I can't say I've found a song from Gorilla Zoe that makes me feel it in my bones quite like this one, but then again I haven't done my due diligence.

#3 The Diplomats- Dipset anthem ft. Camron & Juelz Santana: Oh SNAP! But who doesn't remember this? This was on literal repeat in the back back days, so much nostalgia! This week I have kinda went with some "throw-backie" type sounds (you'll see as you progress...there is a theme here), I've just been in a bit of a mood this week and I'm sure it'll reflect. 

#4 Talib Kweli & Hi Tek- The Blast: Yes I love his other songs, but this is the song that made me fall for his talent, it has everything anyone could ask for in a song. The video is pretty good too.

#5 Lilly Allen- Smile: I think it's safe to say we can all relate to this song in some shape or form, we've all been here. I fell in love with Lilly's voice and music, in just about 2006 (when this song can out), and the the video gave me much satisfaction as well.

#6 Lesley Gore- You Don't Own Me: Given my history with music I should have heard this song elsewhere....but I the first time I heard it was in the movie, " The First Wives Club". As much as I love the original, I can't help but love, Diane Keaton, Goldie Hawn, & Bette Midler's rendition of the classic. This song is a serious "women's anthem".

#7 Oasis- Wonderwall: I told you I was in a nostalgia type of mood this week, right...? My playlist has had way more than just ten songs on it, but an ongoing theme has definitely been one that sparks memories and emotions of a carefree time in my life (or emotions that need sorting). If this song doesn't bring at least a little smirk to your face then I don't know what to tell you.

#8 Smith- Baby It's You: Ok, so here we have another case of an absolutely phenomenal song in it's original form (a classic), but the rendition performed by Mary Elizabeth Winstead in the movie " Death Proof", directed by Quentin Tarantino (a capella)....it just made me have a new appreciation for the song. It may not seem like much to some, but it's the little things that can make or break something for me. It was a fresh take on an oldie but a goodie (not to mention, the movie was pretty BOSS AF).

#9 The Coasters- Down In Mexico: This song, just like #8 on the list, was on the soundtrack to the movie "Death Proof". how amazing this ISH right here was going to be....I. Had. No. F'ing. Idea! Just listen to it and tell me your life hasn't been changed. If it hasn't....again...I can't help you.

Last but not least, #10 Samuel L. Jackson- Stack-o-lee: I've cleaned my house....what seems like 100x this week (sick and all), and the only thing that made it bearable was my music and that this song inevitably came on and was repeated a couple of time throughout my cleaning session. I swear I have little dirt demons that come in the middle of the night and make messes for me to clean in the morning (or maybe I'm just a crazy person...yea...maybe that's it). 

There you have it, my top ten for this week!

Thank you for braving through that with me. Remember every Saturday I will bring you a new list of my top 10 songs of the week, in the NCS Stereo (NaughtCouture's Saturday Stereo) segment. Most times there's a focus on artists;  here I will be focusing predominately on specific songs, how they make me feel, what I like about the particular song, how I discovered them, and/or  sometimes the memories that come attached to them. 

-CHEERS

NCS STEREO {YOUR SATURDAY LINEUP}

I want to share with you guys my love of music. My focus will be on songs that I've been vibing to the most each week. Guys, there are so many songs I want to share with you! Now, some you may not like, some you may love, some you may remember, and some may be new to you and heading to your music device stat...either way, this is a peek into my music world and my taste. Respect it, enjoy it, and I hope I either introduce you to something or bring back fond memories. 

Disclaimer: These are not my songs and I am not claiming them.

LET'S GET STARTED!!!

#1 Queens Of The Stone Age- No One Knows: This song, though it brings back many great memories, brings a tear to my eyes because I really miss music like this. I just love this song and all the nostalgia it brings.

#2 Lauryn Hill- I Find It Hard TO Say: When I first heard this song I cried real tears. It'd been a while since a song made me ugly cry (maybe I was already going through something and the timing was perfect) regardless this song is so relevant and will continue to be till the end of time. 

#3 Bus Driver- Imaginary Places: I mean holy crap! You know when a song brings back the exact moment with a person? This one brings back the very first time my husband shared his music with me, like really shared it with me...and I wasn't disappointed. I became obsessed with this song for months, it was borderline ridiculous. The flow and beat, and the actual music video is like the artist was bringing us back to basics.

#4 Alanis Morisette- You Oughta Know: Who? I ask again....WHO didn't love or know this artist or this song?! If you happen to be the nay-sayer raising your hand...just be informed....you will be ignored (it's not your fault that you don't understand life's meaning). As a teen this song was always blaring through the headphones, I was Alanis, and EVERYONE OUGHTA KNOW!

#5 The Prodigy- Breathe: All hell broke loose when I first heard this song and saw the video, the dopeness is unreal. Keith Flint quickly became my favorite, and many of Prodigy's songs that followed won my heart as well. But, Maxim....#SWOON, when he popped up on the screen in the Breathe video....I was just in instant lust with that man.

#6 Electric Six- Danger High Voltage: This song is my go to, every time I say the word danger...refer to something dangerous....it's either playing in my head or I'm sing it. I can't help it, it's been with me since day one! I love this song, the music video is controversial, and everything about it deserves more hype nowadays than it's ever gotten before. What's funny is...every time I ask anyone if they've heard this song...no one knows what I'm talking about....and it's really starting to piss me off. How dare you (** Mrs. Big Head voice from Rocko's Modern Life**)

#7 Kid Art- 100 ft. Vinny Chase: I came across this gem through my homie Angelica, she let me listen to another Kid Art song and in listening to to that one I came across many of his other amazing ones. I also found that I really like Vinny Chase (he will be in future playlists...trust), so for the past few months I have been having their albums on heavy rotation.

#8 Cheif Keef- Hate Being Sober: This ISH right here tho........like.....you will get your entire life with it blaring through your speakers or headphones. No matter how hard you try to keep still, this song makes you move (and sometimes without even noticing). The breakdowns are sickening, yet another reason why trap music, or "trap-ish" music (which let's face it...if you're a party kid you know it's just a revamped hybrid of Gabber, Hip Hop, and some other ISH) is my JAM.

#9 Funkadelic- Get Into The Groove: Thuis is the ultimate party song, it's long, it gets people into a good mood, it brings back memories, and makes people want to dance. Now if you're strictly into Ratchery (no shade, I loves me some Ratchet party music) then this song might not be the song for you. All I know is when I hear it I begin to sway, and before you know it I'm all into it on the dance floor. I grew up with this so it's just feel good music.

Last but not least, #10 Michael Jackson- Dirty Dianna: This song is by far one of my absolute favorites from the late great. I feel like...in the world I grew up in...this song didn't get as much play and love as all his other amazing songs, yet I feel it's one of the best. And if you really want to feel this song for all it's worth you have to blast it while driving on the road at night with your windows down.

Well, there you have it, my top ten for this week!

Thank you for braving through that with me. Remember every Saturday I will bring you a new list of my top 10 songs of the week, in the NCS Stereo (NaughtCouture's Saturday Stereo) segment. Most times there's a focus on artists;  here I will be focusing predominately on specific songs, how they make me feel, what I like about the particular song, how I discovered them, and/or  sometimes the memories that come attached to them. 

-CHEERS