What: “The Sunshine Underground” by The Chemical Brothers
Who: Stay-at-home NYE revellers.
When: At 11:56 pm, a little before the countdown begins.
Where: Wherever there’s a broadcast of that big Waterford crystal ball dropping in Times Square.
Why: Hit “Play” at about 11:56:07 pm and you have a great soundtrack to the ball dropping. Trippy. The music almost seems to be in sync with the 696 flashing lights. There’s the buildup of the drums which sound almost tribal whipping you up into a frenzy, and then the transition in music seems to signal when the ball hits 2006. The song continues for another 4 minutes, but you’ll be dancing and jumping around in elation. Happy New Year!
Oh yeahhhh, you don’t have to be on Ecstasy to get goosebumps from hearing this and seeing the 2006 ball! It’s Synesthesia! I love that you found the exact time to hit play! I definitely will bring my iPod with me and try it!