Mandaris"End of Line" by Daft Punk
What’s a song that helps you focus or concentrate?
The whole sound track is pretty good for me to help focus through the tough days. It's probably the soundtrack that I listen to the most. This is even more than "The Wiz".
Crucial Track
Crucial Track for February 7, 2026
"Smooth (feat. Rob Thomas)" by Santana
What’s your favorite collaboration between artists?
I find myself singing this song everyone once in a while.
It's just like the ocean
Under the moon
I want to grab my wife and spin her around.
Crucial Track for February 6, 2026
"Here I Go Again (1987 Version / 2017 Remaster)" by Whitesnake
Which song would you use to introduce yourself to someone new?
At first, I was going to use Return of the Mack but I don't imagine myself to have that kind of swagger. I feel that sometimes it's hard to walk a path that you set out for. It's light and definitely makes me feel like moving.
Crucial Track for January 8, 2026
"The Girl Is Mine" by Michael Jackson
What's a song you associate with your biggest mistake?
The thing is that you don't own anyone. Unless you have an understanding with the person, you can't make an assumption that you are in a relationship.
Crucial Track for January 9, 2026
"Too Long" by Daft Punk
Share a song that perfectly captures longing.
This is the first song that came to my mind about longing.
I love it when it sings out Can you feel it!
and then later on you hear the bass drop.
Crucial Track for January 10, 2026
"Rise Up" by Andra Day
What's your favorite song about hope?
For a while, I would hear this song everywhere they had a character fighting adversity. I really enjoy how Andra's voice builds up and it makes me feel that I can overcome anything with this song.
Crucial Track for February 5, 2026
"The Gambler" by Kenny Rogers
Share a song that tells a great story.
I'm still learning when to hold them and when to fold them.
I think this song has some pretty good lessons in it.
Crucial Track for February 4, 2026
"Beat It" by Michael Jackson
What song always makes you feel better?
I love Michael Jackson!
I had an action figure of Michael Jackson with this outfit on.
Crucial Track for February 3, 2026
"In the Waiting Line" by Zero 7 & Sophie Barker
Share a song that represents your current mood.
A beautiful song that really captured the moment today. Work had an issue with the VPN and I really felt that I was waiting for life to happen again.
Nine to five Living lies Ever day Stealing time
Hopefully tomorrow is better. I have to do my prep for the Superb Owl.
Crucial Track for February 2, 2026
"I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)" by Whitney Houston
Share a song that makes you want to dance every time.
My dad would say that Whitney Houston couldn't dance. I don't care because she was moving too and the music is all you really need.
I hope that you find your dancing partner!
