If you're like many Australians, you'll be spending some part of your waking day in a vehicle. Whether you're commuting to work or heading on a road trip with the family, some good tunes always make the ride much more enjoyable.
Being assigned car DJ is a big responsibility if you're travelling with friends - and having a good collection of music to choose from is critical. Keep an assortment of albums and good mixes on hand so you're ready for any vehicle music scenario:
Songs you can sing along to
If you're spending hours in the car with your friends - there's nothing like a great sing-along. Go for familiar ballads and chart toppers that are instantly recognisable. If you aim for a diverse collection that spans across a couple of decades that everyone can get into, think the Beatles, Whitney Houston or sing-along classics like "Brown Eyed Girl" and "American Pie" - you'll be more likely to find a few common tune to suit your audience.
Songs to break the ice
Sometimes, travelling with a new group can be a bit unnerving - cars are intimate spaces and there aren't a whole lot of interactive activities to help break the ice. This is where music can help. Discovering each other's music tastes is a perfect way to get acquainted - have everyone contribute their favourite album to the mix.
Songs to fill the silence
The best conversations must eventually come to an end. English speakers, compared with other cultures, are particularly uncomfortable with silence. Music helps alleviate this discomfort in group situations. If you're holding the music controls, this is the chance to play the new release CD you picked up or listen to that mix tape you've just put together, you'll have everyone's undivided attention.
Songs to make the most of your system
An incredible sound system adds considerable value to your vehicle and if you've invested in some good quality audio equipment, you'll be keen to show it off and really make the most of its features. If you're looking for tracks with a good heavy bass line, you'll love the Maximum Bass CD compilation from the Ministry of Sound that has been specifically created for the car lovers' collection.
Songs to set the mood
Of course, music is a great way to get in the mood - for anything. Romantic love ballads for that perfect date, dance tracks with a beat before you hit the town, empowering anthems as you drive to your job interview, a bit of heavy metal after a bad day at work - a good song is often the perfect way to sum up our sentiments and help make the journey a part of the destination.
What are your favourite songs for the car?
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