This week, I’m joined by DT Carel — host of the YouTube program SpaceCastle — to curate the ultimate Summer Vibes playlist, built for every version of the season.

Because “summer vibes” mean different things depending on where you live, this mix stretches beyond just sun-soaked beach jams. We’re pulling together songs that work just as well for late-night drives, backyard hangs, rooftop sunsets, road trips, and those hazy afternoons where time slows down a little.

Across 20 carefully selected tracks, DT and I explore the sounds that define summer — from breezy grooves and feel-good anthems to laid-back cuts or pump up rockers that hit differently when the days get longer. Whether you’re chasing heat, memories, or just the right soundtrack, this playlist is designed to enhance the mood of the season wherever you’re listening.

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The Cars – Good Times Roll

Tom Petty – Runnin’ Down A Dream

KISS – Detroit Rock City

Bryan Adams – Summer of ’69

Prince – Raspberry Beret

Taylor Swift – Cruel Summer

Dua Lipa – Break My Heart

Donna Summer – Hot Stuff

Sir Mix-A-Lot – Baby Got Back

DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince – Summertime

The Drifters – Under The Boardwalk

The Kinks – Sunny Afternoon

Zac Brown Band (feat. Jimmy Buffett) – Knee Deep

Sublime – What I Got (Reprise)

Jaya The Cat – Here Come The Drums

The B-52s – Love Shack

Bananarama – Cruel Summer

Outkast – Hey Ya!

Van Halen – Summer Nights

My Chemical Romance – I’m Not Okay (I Promise)