It’s hot in New York. Not Africa hot, but still, we are kind of spoiled, temperature wise, so to us, it feels like the center of the sun. Today is the 7th day in a row in the nineties, and we’re all pretty over it. I went looking for music that was easy and cool and soothing (and wouldn’t make me want to jump around and break a sweat), and I found it.

Boyce Avenue is the band comprised of Sarasota, Florida-born brothers Alejandro, Daniel, and Fabian Manzano. Today’s musical discoveries are focused mainly just the remarkable voice of lead singer Alejandro and his very effective guitar.

Boyce Avenue is best known for their beautiful covers, though they have recorded some very respectable originals, as well. There are 153 acoustic covers of popular songs in this playlist. If you’re feeling like me and need something to help you cool off, start with the first song and just let ’em play!

Before the music starts, I have a question. My numbers on Wednesdays are pretty much always terrible. Should I stop doing the music discovery Wednesdays and just fold music in with everything else? I’d be happy to hear what you thought. Thanks!

And in case you want to hear their original music, here’s a few of my faves.