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Miles Benjamin Anthony Robinson

In preperation for the release of his debut album, he's given us a list of songs that have influenced him.

Brooklyn's Miles Benjamin Anthony Robinson (who currently has the place of Kyp Malone's (TV On The Radio) 'favourite songwriter') will release his eponymous debut album here in the UK next month (18th May - pick it up here), and in preperation for the release he's given us a list of ten songs that have influenced him in some way throughout his life.

Sonic Youth - Teenage Riot

When I open my 4evr 17 franchise this will be on repeat in store.

Ice Cube - It Was A Good Day (Remix)

#1 BBQ jam of all time. People who "like the original better" are white and full of shit.

Fleetwood Mac - Second Hand News

My Mom and I have the same favourite song.

Prince - Pop Life

"What's that yr puttin' n yr nose? Is that where all your $ goes?"

Pavement - Box Elder

My permanent theme to moving on (Via being a stoned 17 year-old).

Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes

This song taught me to love again.

The Dream Syndicate - Boston

Neil-young post-punk. If I was a song, I hope this would be it.

Tom Petty - Don't Come Around Here No More

Tom Petty, Dave Stewart, a sitar, and some "great gig in the sky" wailing. Eat yer heart out Stevie Nicks.

T.I. - Live Your Life

I want to have a reason to write a song like this. Feel like it wouldn't be as meaningful if it was about "the struggle of the indie life." Wish I was more mainstream yall.

Neil Young - Ambulance Blues

Life music. Break glass in case of aging.