Music has a way of anchoring moments, whether you’re catching up with friends or carving out a bit of quiet for yourself. RooTunes is designed to sit comfortably in those spaces, offering a steady rhythm while the rest of the day unfolds.
With Valentine’s in the mix, this month leans into music as the middle ground. Something that holds the space without taking it over, whether you’re sharing the moment or keeping it to yourself. This February RooTunes playlist brings together laid-back tones, heavier voices, and familiar energy, creating a mood-setting playlist that feels easy to settle into.
Mac DeMarco | Off-Duty Energy
Featured track: Salad Days
Mac DeMarco’s music feels intentionally unpolished. Loose guitar lines, relaxed pacing, and a sense that nothing is being forced. Salad Days settles in easily and stays there, making it ideal for moments when you want sound without distraction and mood without intensity.
With many of his upcoming shows already sold out, it’s worth keeping an eye out for additional dates or resale tickets as they pop up.
Website: https://www.macdemarco.com
Follow him on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @macsrecordlabel
KYLE | Lightness Without Losing Depth
Featured track: Sex & Super Smash Bros.
KYLE brings warmth and confidence without tipping into excess. Sex & Super Smash Bros. adds a playful lift to the playlist, keeping things light while still feeling personal. It’s music that works just as well in shared spaces as it does in your own head.
Website: https://www.superduperkyle.com
Follow him on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @superduperkyle
2Pac | Reflection That Still Resonates
Featured track: Do For Love
2Pac’s voice brings weight and perspective that cuts through any era. Do For Love adds a reflective pause to the mix, balancing vulnerability with honesty. Decades on, his words still land with clarity and relevance.
Website: https://www.2pac.com
Follow his official Instagram: @2pac
Stone Sour | Tension and Release
Featured track: Wicked Game (Acoustic; Live)
Stone Sour introduces contrast with a stripped-back, acoustic take on Wicked Game. The track carries emotional weight without overpowering the mood, offering a slower, more reflective edge that sits comfortably alongside the rest of the playlist.
Website: https://www.stonesour.com
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @stonesour
The Bouncing Souls | Familiar Motion
Featured track: Ghosts on the Boardwalk
There’s comfort in the familiarity of The Bouncing Souls. Ghosts on the Boardwalk carries momentum and heart, blending nostalgia with forward motion. Punk-rooted, but driven by connection rather than chaos.
Website: https://www.bouncingsouls.com
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @bouncingsoulsnj
Violent Soho | Grounded and Unfiltered
Featured track: Saramona Said
Violent Soho brings raw, homegrown energy with Saramona Said. The track feels immediate and unfiltered, tapping into emotion without overthinking it. Loud in all the right ways, it anchors the playlist with familiar Australian grit.
Website: https://violentsoho.com
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @violentsoho4122
February’s RooTunes is about letting the music do its thing. No rush, no rules, just a playlist that meets you where you’re at and moves with you from there.
Got a track that always sets the tone? Send it through below. If it fits the feel, it might find its way into the next RooTunes update.
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