“Velvet Goldmine” was recorded in the early 70s as part of the Ziggy Stardust sessions. It was dropped from the album, but luckily, surfaced in 1975…
Month: March 2021
10/03/2021: “Baby” by Leokadia
The songs on the record above don’t actually correspond to the one below. They are good, sure. But I love the smooth, melodic roll of…
09/03/2021: “Swingin’ Party” by The Replacements
The Replacements were a genuinely innovative band. On a song like this, which doesn’t sound super new 35 years down the line, it can be…
08/03/2021: “Adam Raised A Cain” by Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen is one of the all time great rock stars. His song writing ability is matched by timeless lyricism, and a voice so distinctive…
07/03/2021: “Curious” by Kode9
Laced with dub, yet made of electronic paranoia. Kode9’s 00s productions are in a league of their own. With The Spaceape’s dread poetry and ethereal…
06/03/2021: “Love Buzz” by Shocking Blue
If this was any more psychedelic it would be banned. It’s certainly a Class A rock tune, regardless! The trilling bassline ensures a mystical feeling…
05/03/2021: “You’re The One For Me (Labour Of Love Remix)” by D-Train
The original version of “You’re The One For Me” was D-Train’s first single, released in 1981. Paul Hardcastle released a cover in the same year….
04/03/2021: “Moon Over Marin” by Dead Kennedys
The Dead Kennedys were a crucial part of the original Punk Rock movement. Formed in 1978, the band hails from San Francisco, and Marin is…
03/03/2021: “Prix Choc” by Etienne de Crecy
Apparently, this absolute gem of a track was created in a hurry on anS1000 and Atari 1048 – two quite archaic pieces of kit. Not…
02/03/2021: “There Goes Norman” by The Undertones
There’s a mischievous, youthful joy to The Undertones’ music. It’s often remarked how much this contrasts with their origins in Troubles era Northern Ireland. Perhaps…