Say you're preparing to see the Vegas Golden Knights take on the San Jose Sharks on a Saturday night. You're ready to listen to that crazy guy, Josh, talk all sorts of smack as he believes his team will win the Stanley Cup this year. You're contemplating spilling your soda on him to get him to shut up. You want to say this:
But you're not letting that get to your head. You're seeing the Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena, preparing to reunite with the boys. You want to see Adin Hill stop countless pucks from entering the net. You also want to see William Karlsson and his flowing blonde locks.
You need a playlist to get you through the anticipation. After all, you don't want that Josh guy intruding on your thoughts, even if his team doesn't have any Stanley Cups to his name. So you blast your favorite artists to get into the mood.
Of course, there are some artists to help you prepare for another Golden Knights. That includes the Killers, Panic at the Disco!, and Elvis Presley. These artists are good picks that you can't go wrong with for a hockey game. But what about some personal recommendations? Here are some that I suggest jamming out to on the way to T-Mobile Arena.
Some recommendations for a Vegas Golden Knights game
One artist that I'm big on is MF Doom. He's on nearly every playlist I have, ranging from my workout to heading to California for Christmas. The late rapper is good for a lyrical masterpiece, with hits such as "Rapp Snitch Knishes," "Hey," and "All Caps." He's worth listening to if you're into listening to lyrical geniuses. Don't forget to bring the beer!
Another artist I love is A Day to Remember. I recently saw them at Fontainebleau with a close friend and it was an electric experience. Never have I felt my neck hurt while gaining so much muscle from head-banging. Check out "I'm Made of Wax, Larry. What About You?", "If It Means A Lot To You," and "All Signs Point to Lauderdale."
There's also 311, which is good for mellowing out after a tough Golden Knights loss. I like listening to the band when heading out to Los Angeles or San Diego since it clears the head. Songs like "Love Song," "Amber," and "I'll Be Here Awhile" are all good for taking your mind off a tough hockey game.
Finally, I always love ska, especially when it's on a Sunday. I'm a big fan of Reel Big Fish, which brings a fun vibe to Western hockey. If you're grabbing In-N-Out Burger after the game, you'll want this Huntington Beach-based band blaring. Songs like "Take On Me," "Life Sucks, Let's Dance!", and "Sell Out" are always good after a Golden Knights victory.
It's important to choose a good artist before and after a Golden Knights hockey game. That way, you can get in the mood and enjoy your night. Your friends will talk about that night for years, saying how fun it was watching players like Hill and Karlsson create magic. After all, music is what moves the world.