When a sad song sounds happy, I think it makes it even more poignant. “Pimper’s Paradise” is undoubtedly a sad song. Even the name gives…
Month: December 2018
20/12/2018: “Lovely Day” by Bill Withers
Bill Withers is another one of the great Soul singers. Although he came to the game late, and quit early, he produced some really timeless…
19/12/2018: “Right Here, Right Now” by Fatboy Slim
There’s a reason Fatboy Slim has become so popular. He makes feel good music that bounces and smiles, and he does it well. “Right Here,…
18/12/2018: “Kool Thing” by Sonic Youth
It’s about time Sonic Youth made an appearance on this blog. They are, after all, a very influential band. The music they’ve made has at…
17/12/2018: “Rock That Body” by The Black Eyed Peas
The Black Eyed Peas have gone through a few iterations, keeping up with the music around them. Starting off with straight Hip-Hop, their style progressed…
16/12/2018: “In A Silent Way” by Miles Davis
It’s no over-statement to say that Miles Davis is one of the greatest musicians ever to live. The music he has made over his career…
15/12/2018: “My Girl” by Madness
Madness were far from one trick ponies. Although many of their songs are good natured whimsical fun, with a pop ska style, they are firmly…
14/12/2018: “Jogi” by Panjabi MC
Panjabi MC is perhaps more widely known for his song “Mundian To Bach Ke”, which he made version with in collaboration with Jay Z. That…
13/12/2018: “Get Of Off My Cloud” by The Rolling Stones
After the massive success of “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction”, the Rolling Stones felt a fair bit of pressure to get another big hit. The…
12/12/2018: “I Swear” by Chuck Fenda
I didn’t know whether to include Richie Spice’s “Marijuana” instead of this. But the riddim is called “I Swear Riddim” for a reason. Chuck Fenda’s…