Six Tunes: To Get Out And Re-Energised In Nature With

BY RACHEL FIELDHOUSE

If uni life’s a rollercoaster, we’re at the peak of the ride, facing the high-speed descent into exam-induced chaos. While busting out the textbooks and studying all hours of the day might seem like one of few viable options, we’re here to remind you to take a break and soak up some fresh air. Whether you’re going for a relaxing walk or a sweat-breaking run, these tunes are the perfect soundtrack to heading outside and getting revitalised.

Kraak & Smaak, IVAR – ‘In Plain Sight’ 

If getting out into nature can elevate your mood, pairing it with this bright tune will have your mood soaring. The layering of a funky bassline and staccato synth rhythm beneath psych-pop synth melodies and IVAR’s airy vocals creates an all-round upbeat vibe that’ll leave you feeling uplifted and refreshed.

Blood Red Shoes – “I Wish I Was Someone Better”

Break a sweat with some driving garage rock from Blood Red Shoes. With thrashing drums and punchy guitar, ‘I Wish I Was Someone Better’ gives off a frenetic energy that’s perfect for your next run or workout.

Mozart Techno Band – ‘The Four Seasons Techno’ 

Looking for some upbeat tunes to take a stroll to? You’re sure to find your perfect match with The Mozart Techno Band. This techno rendition of Vivaldi’s classical piece, ‘Spring’, is incredibly joyful and takes the well-known melody and transforms it into something you’d expect to hear in an 8-bit RPG. And, it’s quick tempo will help you feel invigorated while enjoying some warm, springtime weather.

Pendulum – ‘Crush’ 

This sprinting tune from Pendulum is sure to get your blood pumping and heart racing. The break-neck speed of the drum and bass is paired with layered vocals to create a frantic mood, amplified by the desperate lyrics. A sudden acoustic interlude acts to wind down and ease the pulsing nature of the song, and is sure to have you feeling at ease.

Rammstein – ‘Radio’

When industrial metal meets electronica, you get Rammstein’s ‘Radio’. Featuring driving drums, growling guitars, and futuristic synth motifs that add a touch of melancholy, you’re sure to feel pumped up for your next jog or outdoor workout. Whether German is your forte or you can’t understand a word, the fast, spoken-word-like lyrics (exploring the cultural deprivation and isolation of East Germans in the 60s) help propel this tune even further forward.

The Rolling Stones – ‘Paint It, Black’

An oldie but a goodie, this classic tune features a steady beat that’s a perfect beat to run to. While starting off with a meandering guitar solo, the song quickly adopts an upbeat tempo that the guitar and smooth vocals sit on top of.