A sunny playlist to help beat the midweek winter blues

Escape the interminable cold with this daydreamy, sun-worshipping soundtrack.

By Shanda Deziel

February 25, 2015

This article is part of a week-long series dedicated to beating the winter blahs. View the series here.

In the mood for the Islands, we've got Bob Marley. Feel like a beach party, take it away Sheryl Crow. And Aretha and Stevie and Ray provide all the summer soul you could possible ask for. Sit back and enjoy the sun.

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