Sounds Like Team Spirit – amazee.io Team Playlist 2024

At amazee.io, the beats transcend borders. As a fully remote and globally distributed team, our quest for connection extends beyond Slack channels buzzing with lively banter and endearing pet snapshots. We believe in weaving a sonic tapestry that binds us across continents, creating a harmonious backdrop to our virtual workspace.

Dive into the musical mindscape of amazee.io's team as each member unveils a song they believe you’ll enjoy, either while working or just in general. From uplifting anthems to soul-soothing melodies, our playlist mirrors the vibrant tapestry of our worldwide team. It's more than a collection of tracks; it's a glimpse into the eclectic tastes and shared rhythms that resonate across our virtual connections.

Join us on this auditory journey, where every beat is a connection, and every note is a testament to the camaraderie that transcends digital boundaries. Whether you're seeking inspiration, a momentary escape, or simply a groovy time, let the amazee.io Team Playlist 2024 be your soundtrack. 

Click here to open the playlist on Spotify, or listen below. Press play and enjoy! 🎶✨

The songs, who picked them, and why?

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#1. Dusty by Ed Sheeran

• Who chose it: Alanna Burke 🇺🇸
• Why: A really sunny, feel-good song I had on repeat this year; it's about Ed listening to records with his daughter.

#2. Three Little Birds by Bob Marley

• Who chose it: Ashleigh King 🇳🇿
• Why: All-time feel-good sing-along song. 

#3. Melody X by Bonaparte

• Who chose it: Bastian Widmer 🇨🇭
• Why: A song that always creps back on me it seems :) Just keep the lights on.

#4. Doctor Worm by They Might Be Giants

• Who chose it: Ben Jackson 🇦🇺
• Why: They Might Be Giants. There's not much else to say why.

#5. I got it bad and that ain't good by Keith Jarrett

• Who chose it: Blaize Kaye 🇳🇿
• Why: The story behind the recording is almost as touching as the music. Almost.

#6. Brother by Dark New Day

• Who chose it: Bobby Kindle 🇪🇸
• Why: It was a song my brother and I would play while we were apart, serving in the US Army. I got out before him, and we would play it before missions.  

#7. My Sweet Lord by Troye Sivan

• Who chose it: Brandon Williams 🇺🇸
• Why: A synth cover of George Harrison’s infamous hit, it caught me off guard as a Spotify recommendation earned a spot on my likes.

#8. The Running Free by Coheed and Cambria

• Who chose it: Bree Benesh 🇺🇲
• Why: I fell back in love with C&C after attending their concert earlier this year. This song is about when you finally break through all the suffering, and you can see the final home stretch unfurling out in front of you. This song would often come on in the last stretch of my run and would really help me make it through to the finish.

#9. Fly Me To The Moon by Frank Sinatra

• Who chose it: Brittany Mitchell 🇺🇲
• Why: A smooth song that doesn't overwhelm the senses, played in the background, it's really relaxing.

#10. De los besos que te di by Christian Nodal

• Who chose it: Bryan Gruneberg 🇲🇽
• Why: The first Mexican artist my CDMX friends introduced me to on a trip to the countryside outside of Mexico City.

#11. You by Candlebox

• Who chose it: Cara Solt 🇺🇸
• Why: Unequivocally my absolute favorite song of all time and has been since I was a teenager. 

#12. Heart of Gold by Neil Young

• Who chose it: Cezary Rataj 🇦🇺
• Why: Lots of great memories whenever I listen to this and the rest of the album - Harvest (1972).

#13. I Ain’t Worried by OneRepublic

• Who chose it: Chandana Karunaratne 🇦🇺
• Why: Good vibes!

#14. Paradise by Broadside

• Who chose it: Chris Davis 🇺🇸
• Why: Great sounds and a great message.

#15. Monster by Yoasobi

• Who chose it: Chris Goodwin 🇦🇺
• Why: A great vibe!

#16. If You Don’t Like Rock ’n’ Roll by Rainbow

• Who chose it: Davit Darsavelidze 🇬🇪
• Why: Never fails to put me in a good mood.

#17. Peaches by Jack Black

• Who chose it: Deeksha Kini 🇦🇺
• Why: It's just a very good song to sing along and have fun.

#18. Mona Lisa, a girl’s best friend by OSKA

• Who chose it: Franz Karlsberger 🇦🇹
• Why: Song by Indie Pop singer OSKA. Pure emotions around love and loss to be able to understand the world.

#19. Roller Coaster by Danny Vera

• Who chose it: Henk Beld 🇳🇱
• Why: First time I heard this song I just loved it.

#20. I Wonder by Rodriguez

• Who chose it: Ingrid Serritslev Talbot 🇿🇦
• Why: Rodriguez passed away in mid-2023 and was hence played often again in South Africa in his honor. His music evokes memories of our 80's youth, and the fascination of his story still amazes so many people.

#21. Because He Lives (Amen) by Matt Maher

• Who chose it: Jason Lewis 🇿🇦
• Why: No matter what challenges life may bring, I can face tomorrow - because He lives.

#22. Freaks & Geeks by Oliver Tree

• Who chose it: Jay Porter 🇦🇺
• Why: Catchy beat, and I like the underlying concept.

#23. Antisocial by Ed Sheeran ft. Travis Scott

• Who chose it: Jonny Squardo 🇺🇲
• Why: It's a fun song that always gets me hyped up when I need it. And the lyrics can be very relatable! 

#24. Rose Rouge by St. Germain

• Who chose it: Jonathan Peter 🇨🇭
• Why: Was in my top rotation on Spotify 2023.

#25. I can buy myself flowers by Miley Cyrus

• Who chose it: Justin Winter 🇺🇲
• Why: My kids play that song non-stop, and it’s pretty catchy.

#26. I Lost It by Lucinda Williams

• Who chose it: Katharina Westen 🇩🇪
• Why: It's just a really good song. I listen to it when I want to get into a happy place.

#27. Mwaki by Zerb, Sofiya Nzau

• Who chose it: Laura Simonetto 🇨🇭
• Why: I love the mix of Afro Beats & Electronic music; it just makes you want to dance!

#28. Texas Sun by Khruangbin

• Who chose it: Marco Cadget 🇨🇭
• Why: A nice mix of different music styles with a feel-good vibe :)

#29. Neptun by BartolomeyBittmann

• Who chose it: Martin Schlögl 🇦🇹
• Why: Push it to the limits: Progressive Music with instruments from Ancient Times.

#30. Mind Over Matter by Young the Giant

• Who chose it: Martina Augurio 🇮🇹
• Why: The perfect song to recharge your energy. It gives me great vibes.

#31. Bigger Than Us by White Lies

• Who chose it: Matt Smith 🇬🇧
• Why: Very underrated band, and following picking up exercise more this year, it has been a constant on my training/running playlists.

#32. I am the black gold of the Sun by Nuyrican Soul - 4hero remix

• Who chose it: Matt Swan 🇦🇺
• Why: Get this in your ear holes!

#33. Mad World (Piano Version) by Myuu

• Who chose it: Michael Schmid 🇺🇲
• Why: A great cover of a great song - calming and relaxing.

#34. No Ordinary by Labrinth

• Who chose it: Nicole Laine 🇨🇭
• Why: I was obsessed with this song in 2023 - very relaxing and yet uplifting.

#35. Before You Leave by Six60

• Who chose it: Nicole Ritchie 🇳🇿
• Why: Great Kiwiana summer song, inspired by the singer's baby daughter and close to my heart. 

#36. Across the Pond Friend - Live at Bush Hall by Black Country, New Road

• Who chose it: Pedro Alagoa 🇵🇹
• Why: My go-to feel-good song in 2023; I love the drum fills and the lyrics on this one.

#37. The Best by Tina Turner

• Who chose it: Peter Wettstein 🇨🇭
• Why: Tina passed away in 2023. "The Best" -  Don't take the lyrics literally; think of the best Hosting Company and place to work. 

#38. Metalingus by Alter Bridge

• Who chose it: Rhiannon Lewis 🇿🇦
• Why: Alter Bridge is my go-to band when I am feeling stressed, and it always lifts me.

#39. Dancing in The Dark by Rhianna

• Who chose it: Rolando Scott 🇨🇷
• Why: It's an upbeat song about dancing & being happy, regardless of the situation. 

#40. Hung Up by Montefiori Cocktail 

• Who chose it: Salvatore Pappalardo 🇮🇹
• Why: Relaxing and energizing at the same time.

#41. Title Holder by The Interrupters

• Who chose it: Scott Leggett 🇦🇺
• Why: Amping tune and best use of vibraslap.

#42. Changes by 2pac

• Who chose it: Sean Hamlin 🇳🇿
• Why: One of the best songs from the legendary Tupac Shakur. More appropriate than ever in 2023.

#43. Fearless (Taylor's Version) by Taylor Swift

• Who chose it: Tobi Nehrlich 🇨🇭
• Why: The perfect mood-booster :)

#44. Living for the City by Stevie Wonder

• Who chose it: Toby Bellwood 🇦🇺
• Why: There's something about the Innervisions album I keep coming back to, year after year.

#45. Rise by Eddie Vedder

• Who chose it: Vincenzo De Naro Papa 🇮🇹
• Why: You can "turn mistakes into gold" every time.

#46. Pump Up The Jam by Technotronic

• Who chose it: Nicole Laine 🇨🇭
• Why: It's old school techno classic that always makes my heart pump and my feet jam. ;)

#47. Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana

• Who chose it: Jason Lewis 🇿🇦
• Why: I'm enjoying teaching my daughter to play it on the drums.