Coloroscopio Posted August 13 Share Posted August 13 As the summer sun beats down, former US President Barack Obama has once again dropped his hottest picks for the season. Obama’s 2024 summer soundtrack is a harmonious blend of fresh faces and familiar favorites. The ex-commander-in-chief proves he’s very much in tune with the times, featuring up-and-comers like Shaboozey, Tems, and Tommy Richman alongside rock royalty The Rolling Stones and hip-hop legend 2Pac. Charli XCX’s 365 keeps the party going all year round, while Beyoncé’s Texas Hold ’Em raises the stakes on country-pop fusion. Meanwhile, Billie Eilish’s hauntingly beautiful Chihiro showcases an appreciation for more introspective tunes. For those craving a blast from the past, Bob Dylan’s Silvio and Etta James’ Don’t Cry Baby offer a comforting dose of nostalgia. However, some fans couldn’t help but notice a glaring omission—rising star Chappell Roan failed to make the cut this year. Maybe in 2025? The former POTUS has also curated a list of 14 must-read books for the summer, spanning fiction and non-fiction alike. Percival Everett’s James reimagines Mark Twain’s classic through the eyes of Huck Finn’s companion, while Rita Bullwinkel's debut Headshot packs a punch with its tale of teenage boxers in Reno. Liz Moore’s The God Of The Woods weaves a chilling mystery around a family’s twin disappearances. On the non-fiction front, Hanif Abdurragib’s There’s Always This Year: On Basketball And Ascension slam dunks readers into basketball’s golden age, with a focus on LeBron James’ rise to stardom. Jonathan Blitzer’s Everyone Who Is Gone Here offers a sobering look at the complex factors driving Central American migration to the US-Mexico border. Whether you’re looking to expand your musical horizons or dive into thought-provoking literature, these summer picks offer something for every taste. So grab your headphones and crack open a book. https://www.obama.org/stories/president-obamas-favorite-books-and-music-summer-2024/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2024/08/12/barack-obama-summer-2024-playlist-books-recommendations/74774229007/ https://www.today.com/popculture/books/barack-obama-reading-list-books-2024-rcna166292 https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/tip-sheet/article/95705-2024-obama-reading-list.html Image: Tennesseewitney | Dreamstime.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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