Observatory Hill on a sunny Wednesday morning. Overlooking Durham City, with the sun bouncing between its glorious architecture, a periodic silence finds its way into your friend group’s conversation on summer plans. If only there was a way to fill that silence..! Here, I’ll provide a handful of mixed-genre songs that’ll fit perfectly with your preferred vibe for the summertime sun.
1. Dan Y Tonnau – Lewys
‘Dan Y Tonnau’ is a smooth single from Welsh-language artist Lewys’ first album, Rhywbryd yn Rhywle. After bursting onto the Welsh music scene in 2018 with his first single, ‘Yn Fy Mhen’, Lewys has grown from strength to strength. Emulating a late 2000s indie vibe, ‘Dan y Tonnau’ is a personal favourite of mine and is perfect to play during a kick-about in the sun. If you’re a fan of Two Door Cinema Club, Vampire Weekend, Sŵnami, or the Wombats, give ‘Dan y Tonnau’ and Lewys a try.