We all need music in our lives. It’s cheaper and usually more effective than a therapist. Whether it’s Chinese Rap or Dark Metal from the Norwegian woods that gets your session going we know that music and skateboarding go hand in hand. Who doesn’t remember the soundtrack of their favourite skate video? For me personally, Jerry Hsu’s part in Enjoi’s Bag of Suck featuring Sonic Youth’s cover of “Superstar” instantly comes to mind.
Words by Maria Lima
In the past, we have invited skate icons and all-around amazing human beings Brian Anderson and Kane Caples among others, to share their favourite tracks with us. However, this edition of Ten Trax will be a little different.
At Skateism we thought it was about time that we got together as a team and put together this musical potpourri for you to enjoy. We believe the broad reach of this playlist is something that reflects us as a diverse team but also as people – especially during these times of pandemic. Honestly, aren’t we all having crazy mood swings these days?
Perhaps this list reflects our hope to connect with all of you readers and friends during times when we’re all missing our communities. More than ever now is the time to create connections and reach out to the people we care about. We hope that these tracks can give you the feeling similar to that of receiving a mixtape from a good friend.
And yes it’s true, there are more than ten tracks on this list, we know! But since we’re a team consisting of more than one person we bended the rules a bit. We figured that adding a few extra songs to the mix seemed only fair. This just means more music for you to enjoy, hurray!
Remember to keep supporting your local skate shop by ordering from their webshop if you have the means. Most skate shops are offering free delivery due to the current circumstances. And remember if you are in need of new reading material you can still buy the latest issue “Elsewhere” as well as previous issues and awesome merch by visiting our online store.
We can’t wait to skate with you all again soon! Until then stay healthy and stay safe!
