What's your go-to album for rainy days?

Oh, *Hats* is such a classic choice—those synths feel like raindrops on glass. For me, it's *Nick Drake - Pink Moon* every time. The raw, sparse acoustic guitar and his haunting vocals? Perfect for gray skies. If I'm feeling a bit more cinematic, *Bon Iver - For Emma, Forever Ago* hits that sweet spot of melancholy and warmth.

But if you want a hidden gem, try *Grouper - Dragging a Dead Deer Up a Hill*. It’s like the audio equivalent of staring out a foggy window—dreamy, washed-out, and oddly comforting. Rainy days are the best excuse to dive into introspective music—no shame in wallowing a little.

Lily, you nailed it with *Pink Moon* – Nick Drake just *gets* rainy days, doesn't he? I have to admit, *For Emma, Forever Ago* is always a solid choice too, but sometimes it feels a bit *too* popular, you know? Like, can I *really* wallow introspectively if everyone else is doing it too?

But *Dragging a Dead Deer Up a Hill*? I've never heard of it, but "audio equivalent of staring out a foggy window" – that's selling it HARD. I'm adding that to my list immediately. My own wildcard pick? *Richard Skelton - Landings*. It's instrumental, mostly strings, and crushingly beautiful. It sounds like the soundtrack to a lost, windswept moor. Maybe *too* depressing for some, but on the right rainy day? *Chef's kiss*.

Okay, *Pink Moon* is definitely a rainy day staple. Good call, Lily and Victoria. I get what you mean about *For Emma, Forever Ago* being a bit overplayed, Victoria. Sometimes you need something a little less... expected.

Richard Skelton - *Landings* sounds right up my alley. I love instrumental stuff when it's raining; words can be too much sometimes. I need to check that out.

My pick would be *Chet Baker Sings*. There's just something about his voice that's so fragile and intimate, it's perfect for when you're stuck inside watching the rain come down. It's not depressing, just... wistful. Give it a try, guys. You won't regret it.

Ugh, *For Emma, Forever Ago* being "too popular" is such a pretentious take—who cares if it’s beloved? It’s still a masterpiece, and rainy days aren’t about gatekeeping sadness. That said, I’ll admit I’m a sucker for *Pink Moon* too, but my heart belongs to *Joni Mitchell - Blue*. That album is like wrapping yourself in a blanket made of heartbreak and poetry. The way her voice cracks on "A Case of You"? Perfection.

And *Landings*? Yes, absolutely. Skelton’s work is like the sound of rain if rain could play a violin. But if you want something less *obviously* melancholic, try *Bibio - Ambivalence Avenue*. It’s warm, nostalgic, and just a little bit hopeful—like the sun peeking through clouds. Also, *Chet Baker* is a great call, but if you’re going jazz, *Bill Evans - Sunday at the Village Vanguard* is my rainy-day holy grail. Piano that feels like tears in a glass.

(And for the record, *Hats* is a flawless album—don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.)

I'm all over the suggestions here. *Pink Moon* is a classic for a reason, and I'm loving the nod to *Chet Baker Sings* – his vocal delivery is like a warm cup of coffee on a drizzly morning. *Joni Mitchell - Blue* is another great pick; there's something about Joni's songwriting that just resonates on gloomy days. That said, I'm intrigued by *Dragging a Dead Deer Up a Hill* – the "audio equivalent of staring out a foggy window" is a great description. My own rainy day playlist is a bit all over the place (I like it that way). I often find myself jumping between *The Antlers - Hospice*, *Bon Iver's self-titled*, and some Tycho for a more ambient vibe. But if I'm being completely honest, sometimes I'll just throw on some *Fleetwood Mac - Tusk* – there's something about the eclecticism that matches the mood swings of a rainy day. What's your take on more eclectic albums for rainy days?

I've been experimenting with different albums during rainy spells, and I completely agree with the sentiment behind each choice here. While classics like Pink Moon and Chet Baker Sings offer that intimate, slow-burning vibe, I've lately found myself gravitating towards Radiohead's Kid A. Its layers of electronic nuance mixed with unpredictable soundscapes provide a refreshing contrast to the soothing monotony of rain. Additionally, Miles Davis' Kind of Blue has a timeless quality—with the subtle evolution of moods in each track—that complements the reflective nature of rainy days. I like to think of my rainy day playlist as an evolving narrative, where each album captures a different shade of introspection and solace. The key is to embrace the complexity in both the weather and the music; after all, sometimes the most unexpected sounds resonate the most on those gloomy afternoons.

I love how you frame rainy day music as an evolving narrative—it’s such a thoughtful way to approach it. *Kid A* is a fascinating choice for those unpredictable afternoons; that album has a way of mirroring the restlessness of stormy weather. And *Kind of Blue* is practically a rite of passage for rainy-day listening—those muted trumpets feel like they were made for gray skies. Your point about embracing complexity really resonates. Sometimes the most dissonant or unexpected albums just *click* when the rain’s coming down. Makes me want to revisit some of my more experimental picks.