Soundtrack of My Day by Gavin Turek

Welcome to a new series of playlists by creatives from all over the world. This week it's the Soundtrack of My Day - the music that gets you through your day, no matter what happens.

This week, singer songwriter Gavin Turek gives us the soundtrack to her day. If you like WizKid, Cleo Sol or Gil Scott Heron - this one is for you.

Gavin Turek is a creative force born and bred in Los Angeles. As a singer/songwriter, she soars on her new album MADAME GOLD, but it’s her creative direction, writing, and performance style that make Gavin one to watch for decades to come.

"Patrice Rushen - Haven’t You Heard" - We all need a classic jam to get out of a funk. Those strings are my joy.

"Sunni Colon - Technicolor" - Put this on to get in the vibe.

Tony Allen with Africa 70 - Hustler - I listen to this to get inspired.

Cleo Sol - Sunshine - Cleo’s voice cuts me deep.

Syreeta - I Love Every Little Thing About You - Lost gem of a tune produced by Stevie Wonder that makes me feel fuzzy.

Marshall Jefferson - Move Your Body - I love house and have to dance to a house song at least once a day for my mental health.

WizKid feat. Burna Boy - Ginger - I can’t hear this song without getting up and moving my hips. It’s literally impossible.

Sault - Free - Love the sentiment of this song….God’s love is free.

Deniece Williams - Free - For those nostalgic days…how sexy does freedom sound on this song though?

Gil Scott Heron - Lady Day and John Coltrane - Love the practical advice.

Tems - Avoid Things - I relate to the lyrics but also love the Sade-like groove.

Gavin Turek feat. bLAck pARty - SLIDE - Had to put one of my songs on here!

Emily King - Georgia - One of my favorite singers singing one of my favorite songs.

Johnnie Frierson - Have You Been Good To Yourself? - Well have you?! Ultimate self-healing / self-care song for the morning.

Tiwa Savage feat. Brandy - Somebody’s Son - Just looooove this song.