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The Story Playlist

September 21, 2016 by Kristin 18 Comments

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While seeking God as the author of stories, I find myself drawn to songs that help tell my story. You know the ones – the ones that as you’re listening you want to hold onto every word because it’s exactly what you meant to say; the ones that remind of that time when you made a decision; or the ones that remind of the people who helped shaped your perspectives.

Sometimes I listen to music when I write, and sometimes I don’t. It all depends on the day, my mood, what I’m writing, and what songs are on my mind. The playlist I’m sharing today is one for this season. As the weather flirts with cooling down, I remember life is made of transitions & adventures.

[bctt tweet=”These are songs for the journey. {The Story Playlist} ” username=”kristinhtaylor”]

As much as I overthink many aspects of life, with playlists I can just gather together the songs I want on repeat right now and listen. Typically, I listen to the same songs over and over again for a season and then gather new songs. Of course, sometimes I go back to older playlists and am remembered why those songs mattered at a given time.

For today, here’s my Story Playlist ::

  1. “Time of My Life” by The Afters
  2. “Follow You” by Ben Rector
  3. “Chain Breaker” by Zach Williams
  4. “Testify” by Needtobreathe
  5. “Be Kind To Yourself” by Andrew Peterson
  6. “The Wound Is There The Light Gets In” by Jason Gray
  7. “Wild Heart” by Urban Rescue
  8. “God of My Everything” by Bebo Norman
  9. “Greater” by MercyMe
  10. “Moving On” by Mat Kearney
  11. “My Story” by Big Daddy Weave
  12. “Pushing Back the Dark” by Josh Wilson
  13. “Come to Me” by Goo Goo Dolls
  14. “Bruises” by Train
  15. “Trust In You” by Lauren Daigle
  16. “Broken Beautiful” by Ellie Holcomb
  17. “You Will Never Run” by Rend Collective
  18. “Wanted” by Dara Maclean
  19. “Brother” by Needtobreathe
  20. “I Am” by Crowder

 Click here to listen to the Story Playlist on Spotify.

Some notes related to these songs ::

I’m giving away a copy of The Afters new CD, which includes this song “Time of My Life” that {almost} makes me want to dance, and I don’t dance. You should go enter to win a copy.

Speaking of music giveaways, I’m giving away three downloads of new songs from Corner Room Music. This is a new-to-me project, but one I’m enjoying. You’ve got through tomorrow to enter this giveaway.

I wrote a whole post last week about Andrew Peterson’s “Be Kind To Yourself.”

Needtobreathe is one of those bands that makes any playlist I make. Greg and I are going to see them in concert on Friday night. And Mat Kearney is opening. This will be our third time in three years. {2014. 2015.} And I’m sure it’ll be full of goodness.

You know I’m going to ask: What are you listening to these days? 

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Christina Hubbard is hosting a playlist link up at her blog. Playlists really are one of my love languages. I love seeing what songs people put together and I love making playlists for myself and others. Yes, I used to make mixed tapes too. Come join in the fun.

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Comments

  1. Susan Shipe says

    September 21, 2016 at 6:04 am

    I am loving your new blog and the “flavor” feels different – it’s as though every post invites your reader into your world to dance, to read, to engage with the children, to eat crumbs off the floor (LOL), and I’m going to tag along to the concert Friday night (in spirit) because I ♥ needtobreathe !!!

    Reply
    • Kristin says

      September 21, 2016 at 7:20 am

      This is possibly my most favorite comment ever. That’s exactly what I want – and I’m glad you feel welcomed to do that. Love you, Susan!

      Reply
      • Susan Shipe says

        September 21, 2016 at 9:08 am

        You have achieved it!

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  2. Joanne Viola says

    September 21, 2016 at 6:10 am

    Kristin, I love your playlist because while there are some of my favorites, there are also some I have never heard! So I am loving listening this morning! Thank you for sharing each one!

    Reply
    • Kristin says

      September 21, 2016 at 7:19 am

      Oh good! I hope you love listening to it today! xo

      Reply
  3. Christina Hubbard says

    September 21, 2016 at 6:55 am

    Have fun at Need to Breathe! They rock in person! Will be grooving to your tunes today. Thank you for sharing and linking up with me, Kristin.

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    • Kristin says

      September 21, 2016 at 7:18 am

      They’re my favorite, and so fun live! Thanks for encouraging us to make playlists, Christina!

      Reply
  4. Christina Hubbard says

    September 21, 2016 at 6:58 am

    Be sure to add your link to the link up so others can find you from there;)

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    • Kristin says

      September 21, 2016 at 7:18 am

      Going to do that now. 🙂 It’s on my to-do list for today! So check!

      Reply
  5. Michele Morin says

    September 21, 2016 at 7:02 am

    I really need to figure out this “Playlist” thing. Thanks for the push into the 21st century!

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    • Kristin says

      September 21, 2016 at 7:18 am

      You’ll love it because you can put all your favorite songs in one place. Some of my favorite playlists have been based on my one-word for the year.

      Reply
  6. Meghan says

    September 21, 2016 at 8:27 am

    I love this! Also, linking up for the first time today. I have had your blog pulled up for days before and finally here! I love the warm, inviting feeling here and the theme of “story.” Thanks so much for sharing your playlist, Kristin and for hosting today!

    Reply
    • Kristin says

      September 21, 2016 at 8:50 am

      I’m so glad you’re linking up today, Meghan! I’m looking forward to reading your post and getting to know you. Thanks so much for being here.

      Reply
  7. Tara says

    September 21, 2016 at 11:20 am

    We like a lot of the same artists. Jars of Clay and Rend Collective are two of my all time faves. Great list! I love seeing what everyones list includes.

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    • Kristin says

      September 21, 2016 at 3:56 pm

      Have you seen Rend Collective live? Oh, my, so good. I’ve enjoyed reading (and listening!) to people’s lists too!

      Reply
  8. Tiffany Parry says

    September 21, 2016 at 3:30 pm

    Not that I’m at all surprised, but we have very similar taste in music. And yes, I love those songs that just make you lean in and listen to every word. I think that’s the writer in us – we love good words! Thanks for sharing your list with us!

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    • Kristin says

      September 21, 2016 at 3:55 pm

      I’ll take stories wherever I can find them. 🙂 Thanks for being here, Tiffany!

      Reply

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