New Music Friday: A Workout Playlist for Any Occasion

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Sometimes, all you need is the right song to get you into the zone while you’re working out; whether you’re taking a cycle class, meditating, or lifting weights. Whether it’s the motivational lyrics or the fast beats that make you want to move, music has the power to help you stay on track.

Every Friday, music fans are met with new music from their favorite artists, and while we are only three months into 2022, we’ve seen pop culture heavy-hitters release some major bangers in addition to discovering new tracks from up and comers. 

We’ve put together our favorite new songs to get your blood pumping and your body moving for whatever workout occasion. Whether you need some new tunes while you’re working out at home to a TruFusion Livestream, or you have your AirPods in during a TruFusion class. We’ve got you covered. 

1. Revving up your heart rate for Dance Cardio

“Dancing Feet” by Kygo feat. DNCE

Joe Jonas’ side project DNCE reunited after a four-year hiatus to team up with Norwegian DJ Kygo for this aptly titled “Dancing Feet.” This vibrant, funk-fueled collaboration is guaranteed to help you rev up your heart rate as you dance along. This upbeat track is the perfect soundtrack for any cardio dance routine. 

2. Transform into beast mode at Boxing

“Zatoichi” by Denzel Curry feat. slowthai

Denzel Curry teams up with British MC slothai for his newest single “Zatoichi”. This drum and bass-inspired track is named after a Japanese samurai movie character, who is the subject of the longest-running action series in modern Japanese media. The inspiration is clear as day in the climatic breakbeat chorus. Practice your reflexes and hit speed bag with this as your soundtrack. 

3. Meditate and sink into the floor during Savasana

“The Boat I Row” by Tame Impala

Australian psychedelic rockers Tame Impala are in the midst of releasing B-Sides and Remixes of their 2020 album, The Slow Rush. The band recently revealed their latest unheard track, “The Boat I Row.” The pulsating, atmospheric track, will be easy company as you relax in Savasana after a fulfilling meditation session. 

4. Peddle through the burn at Tru Ride Cycle Class

“Do It To It” by ACRAZE (Tiësto Remix)

Last Friday, Dutch EDM legend Tiësto released an intoxicating remix of ACRAZE’s global house hit “Do It To It.” Tiësto adds his signature production to his reimagination of the track, adding break beat innovation, EDC-sized drop sections, and a slap-house bassline. It’s the perfect track to make you sweat and keep you moving during an intense Tru Ride cycle class. 

5. Slamming Battle Ropes to the ground

“Say it” by SASAMI

This industrial-inspired new single by indie rock musician SASAMI leads the listener into an abyss of jilted rage. The thumping beat, blown-out drums, and seething vocals add to the intensity. Turn on this apocalyptic track as you intensely slam your battle ropes to the ground.

6. Kicking up your high-energy Pilates session

“Age of Phase” by Bonobo

Bonobo is the brainchild of musician and producer Simon Green. The L.A-based DJ composed the majority of his new record between solo hikes and camping trips in the California wilderness. “Age of Phase” features fluttering strings and a catchy vocal sample cut up over a trip-hop rhythm. 

7. Zone out during Tru Power Flow at home

“Intimidated” by KAYTRANADA feat. H.E.R.

“Intimidated” by KAYTRANADA features the Grammy Winning producer’s signature oozy soul samples over sip-shaking synths, and rhythmic piano notes. Combined with H.E.R.’s emotional vocal performance will help you zone out during Tru Power Flow.

8. Groove out while Strength Training 

“Birds” by BAMBARA

 

Last week, Brooklyn-based post-punk band Bambara channels rockabilly and 80’s darkwave in their latest EP Love On My Mind. While this isn’t the most traditional workout music, you’ll easily be able to get into the groove while you lift weights to their hypnotic guitar lick in their lead single, “Birds”. 

9. Keep You Moving at Tru Barrebell

“Bbycakes” by Mura Masa feat. Lil Uzi Vert, PinkPantheress and Shygirl 

In his newest single, Guernsey-born producer Mura Masa recruits Lil Uzi Vert, PinkPantheress, and Shygirl to create a cover version of 3 Of A Kind’s 2004 UK garage classic “Babycakes”. This new iteration’s sweet ice cream truck melody and hypnotizing chorus make it the perfect track to keep you moving at Tru Barrebell. 

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