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Musical Magic, Courtesy of Disney

April 18, 2013 / / Comments Off

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Disneyland Fireworks

Writing about the Hotel Menage in Anaheim, CA, we had to do some research about the world-famous Disneyland Resort. And naturally, we found ourselves humming some of this movie titan’s best soundtrack numbers.

In that spirit, we decided we’d brighten up your day with a few of our favorite choices from Disney films. We’ve selected some of the best Disney tunes, several of which are inspired cover versions, while in other cases the original versions were just too good. So feast your ears on everything from redefined classic Disney to an Oscar-nominated orchestral composition.

“You’ll Be In My Heart” by Phil Collins (originally fromTarzan)

“Some Day My Prince Will Come” by Miles Davis (originally from Snow White and the Seven Dwarves)

“Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah” by Jackson 5 (originally from Song of the South)

“You’ve Got a Friend in Me” by Brian Wilson (originally from Toy Story)

“Nemo Egg Theme” by Thomas Newman (originally from Finding Nemo)

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London Music Calling!

March 11, 2013 / / Comments Off

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Few cities in pop music history chart as well as London for quintessential rock, in all its forms. We’re talking everything gritty punk to glam rock to catchy, ethereal pop hooks. This week on SniqueAway, it’s hard to avoid that London spirit as we write about the Secret Snique London, so we thought we’d channel some of some of these vibes into a new installment of City Soundtraque. So here’s a collection of songs (even one performed live in London, fittingly enough) to listen to while you plan your next trip across the pond.

“London” by The Smiths

“London Calling by The Clash

“Riddle in London Town”

“Baker Street” by Gerry Rafferty

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Soothing Sounds of the Tropics

February 28, 2013 / / Comments Off

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Cancun, St. Lucia, Nicaragua. Needless to say, there’s no shortage of summery escapes available on SniqueAway right now. And since “Spring Break” is in the air, we thought it only fitting to live vicariously through tropical pictures and warm-weather music. So whether you’re looking for some tunes to blast during your beach vacation, or just looking to bring a little bit of the tropics to that decidedly non-vibrant cubicle, we’ve got you covered. Check out these beachy song staples both modern and classic.

“Kokomo” by The Beach Boys

“Tequila” by The Surfaris

“Island in the Sun” by Weezer

“I Can See Clearly Now” by Johnny Nash

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If You’re Going to San Francisco…

January 24, 2013 / / Comments Off

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…Be sure to prepare by booking a fabulous hotel room (we’re currently loving the Hyatt Fisherman’s Wharf) and turning on some tunes about the city! And if you’re not headed west anytime soon, don’t despair. Simply pour a glass of Napa Valley wine, fill your bathtub with hot water (steam looks like fog, right?) and let these tracks transport you to the City by the Bay.

Hyatt Fisherman's Wharf

Photo courtesy of Lonely Planet

San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair) by Scott McKenzie

Lights by Journey

San Francisco by Steve Tannen

(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay by Otis Redding

San Francisco Nights by Eric Burdon and The Animals

I Left My Heart in San Francisco by Tony Bennett

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If it Sounds like Philadelphia, it Must Be …

December 27, 2012 / / Comments Off

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Philadelphia has a long and proud music history. From jazz to soul to R&B, the City of Brotherly Love has left its mark on American music.

So it’s no surprise our toes were tapping while putting together the recent Monaco Philadelphia offer. Here are a few legendary Philadelphia artists to get your toes tapping!

John Coltrane, courtesy of Biography.com

John Coltrane: Coltrane moved to Philadelphia in 1943 and would go on to become one of the most influential jazz musicians and composers in history. Check out Giant Steps.

The Delfonics: This pioneering Philadelphia Soul group started cranking out timeless R&B hits in the mid-1960s, and has lived on through heavy sampling by contemporary hip hop artists. Check out La-La Means I Love You: The Definitive Collection.

Philadelphia Orchestra: One of the “Big Five” orchestras in the country, the Philadelphia Orchestra has been performing since 1900. Check out Strauss: An Alpine Symphony.

DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince: Well, obviously. But while the mere mention of Philadelphia’s most famous (arguably) hip hop group may elicit chuckles, they were part of an emerging scene that defined Philly’s sound in the late 1980s. Check out: He’s the DJ, I’m the Rapper.

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