Western music that gets you pumped. Recommended up-tempo tracks.

Carry OnKygo & Rita Ora’s

Carry On (from the Original Motion Picture “POKÉMON Detective Pikachu”) (Official Video)

Kygo is a music producer who popularized tropical house, a warm EDM sound that evokes a tropical paradise.

Here he teams up with singer Rita Ora on “Carry On.” Since this song is also the theme for the movie Detective Pikachu, many of you may recognize it.

Its bright sound makes it an upbeat, feel-good favorite.

Mating DriveLenny White

Lenny White – Mating Drive

You can hear Raymond Gomez’s rocking guitar solo.

The bassist is Doug Rauch, who was Stanley Clarke’s mentor.

I first heard this when I was a high school freshman, and it absolutely blew my mind.

It’s an outstanding example of what happens when jazz musicians play rock.

WingsLittle Mix

Little Mix – Wings (Official Video)

She won the hugely popular UK music audition show The X Factor in 2011, and because she belongs to the same agency as One Direction, she’s often referred to as their “little sister.” Her overwhelming vocal ability has surely blown more than a few people away.

Party In The U.S.A.Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus – Party In The U.S.A. (Official Video)

Miley Cyrus is active not only as a singer but also as an actress.

Her notable works include the 2010 film Sex and the City 2.

She also appeared in the music video for Justin Bieber’s “Never Say Never.” Her powerful, expansive vocals are still loved today.

Le bien qui fait malMozart Opera Rock

Mozart Opera Rock – Le bien qui fait mal (Clip officiel)

The French musical Mozart, l’opéra rock.

It’s also been performed in Japan starring Koji Yamamoto, so some of you may have heard of it.

While it isn’t that well-known in Japan, it’s very famous in Europe.

Among the songs in the show, “Le bien qui fait mal” is especially popular and is packed with a rich gothic atmosphere.

If you like gothic metal or symphonic metal, I’m sure you’ll love it!

Raise Your GlassP!nk

P!nk – Raise Your Glass (Official Video)

P!NK’s appeal lies in her powerful vocals, and “Raise Your Glass” showcases that brilliantly while being irresistibly upbeat.

Its sound feels like it can blow away any worries, and it’s a song I’d love to sing with a big group at karaoke.

I’ll Be Good To You (ReMix)Quincy Jones ft. Ray Charles & Chaka Khan

#nowwatching Quincy Jones ft Ray Charles & Chaka Khan – I’ll Be Good To You (ReMix)

This is an emotionally rich track where legendary producer Quincy Jones remixes two masterful vocalists: Ray Charles and Chaka Khan.

It’s bright and accessible, making it highly recommended for drives and other outings.