Some like it loud, others need some steady beats to stay focused, others calm tunes. A while ago we asked on Twitter and Facebook what music the web community is listening to when coding and designing.
The answers were as diverse as the community itself and certainly too good to live an existence only in a Twitter discussion. That’s why we’ve compiled those hand-crafted playlists, favorite artists, and loved soundtracks in this article to see which tunes fuel the web, and, well, first and foremost, to provide you with some new ear candy to get you through lengthy coding and design sessions, of course. Get your headphones ready!
Get Into The Flow Link
Positive psychology describes flow as the mental state when you get fully immersed in what you’re doing, feeling energized, focused, and involved. These playlists will tickle your brain to help you reach that much sought-after state.
Design Vibes Link
No words to distract you, only steady vibes.
Hardstyle Playlist Link
Q-Base, Defqon, and Qlimax. Beats that help you get into the flow.
Brain Food Link
Low-key electronic to stimulate your brain.
Soundtrack to the Film Blade Runner Link
Classical compositions meet synthesizers. Melodic.
Soundtrack to the Film Drive Link
A small but fine list. Get into the flow with some electronic beats, work your way through and get to the epic, musical-like finale.
Design Build Link
This one won’t get boring. Sometimes full of energy, sometimes calm.
Coding And Crushing It Link
Orchestra meets film music.
Soundtrack to the Film TRON: Legacy Link
A mix of electronic music and 70s-inspired sci-fi sounds.
Soundtrack to the Film The Big Short Link
A surprising mix – sometimes energetic and upbeat with a bit of 70’s funk, sometimes darker and moody.
Hyperspatial Detours Link
Chillout music from the famous Café Del Mar.
Stay Focused Link
Staying focused over a long period of time can be hard. The following playlists cater for some background music without being too obtrusive.
Futurebeats Link
Experimental and electronic beat music.
Deep Focus Link
Atmospheric rock to stay calm and concentrated.
Reading Soundtrack Link
Instrumental film music.
4AM Comedown Link
Chilled out dance.
Bring Me To Sleep Link
Well, it shouldn’t bring you to sleep, but sometimes peaceful sounds from piano, violins, and guitar might be just what you need.
Soundtrack For Study Link
Movie hits to help you focus and concentrate.
Acoustic Covers Link
Words can be distracting when you need to focus on a task. So how about some acoustic covers?
Soundtrack to the Film Interstellar Link
Stress-Free Classicals Link
Classic, calm piano and orchestra pieces. Satie, Händel, Chopin, Schubert, and more.
Chill Out Music Link
Relaxing tunes.
Spa Treatment Link
Pleasant background music that doesn’t distract.
Intense Studying Link
Mostly classical music to help you concentrate.
Boost Your Energy Link
The day has already been long and you need a little energy booster? How about one of these?
Liquid Drum Bass Link
A huge Liquid Drum Bass playlist to keep you fueled with energy.
Coding Designing 0.3 Link
Electronic beats to push you forward. If you like the playlist, also make sure to check out Coding Designing 0.2 and Coding Designing 0.1.
Soundtrack to the Film Pacific Rim Link
You’re on a quest to conquer this weird browser bug? This is your march music.
Rock Hard Link
The title says it all. If you like it loud, this one’s for you.
Punk Essentials Link
The best of punk rock.
A good mix to re-load your battery.
Walking Like A Badass Link
Rocking riffs and pounding drums.
Kesä2016 Link
“Kesä” means summer in Finish, and this playlist certainly brings you in a good mood with dancehall, hip hop, and reggae.
What do you usually listen to when doing coding and design work? Let us know in the comments below!
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