After a long week of studying for tests, doing last-minute homework, and working on projects, I usually need a little break. There's no better way to relax than with some nice calm music. My all time favorite band to listen to after weeks like this is Bon Iver. Bon Iver is an indie folk band founded by singer-songwriter Justin Vernon. In their music you can find tons of emotion and beautiful lyrics. In an interview Justin talks about living in a cabin and writing the debut album For Emma, Forever Ago, this album includes the popular song "Skinny Love". After purchasing the first album, I completely fell in love with Bon Iver.

Along with Bon Iver, Radical Face is another favorite of mine! This band is also an indie folk/acoustic rock band. Ben Cooper, the singer-songwriter, says that he saw the name Radical Face on a flyer but later found out that the flyer actually said "Radical face lift" with the "lift" part ripped off. Ben Cooper is a very creative musician, he seems to use lots of metaphors and personification in his songs. Ben grew up in a big family, that is his biggest influence. Although, the albums The Family Tree: The Branches and The Family Tree: The Roots are based off of a fictional family. The song "We're On Our Way" was used in the trailer for one of my favorite movies Perks of Being A Wallflower. Radical Face is an amazing band!

Bon Iver interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=265CLwP3BBQ