Unabashedly 80s cheese, but unexpectedly wholesome. This is a feel good tune, from its head to its well-dressed toes.
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17/05/2022: “Working My Way Back To You” by The Spinners
I could have chosen Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons’ 1966 original. Valli’s voice, and the general wholesome 60s vibe, do admittedly take some beating. …
04/05/2022: “We Got Our Own Thing” by C.J. and Company
Iconic disco goodness. As ever, the bass and drums hold together the rest of the lush audio palace. What a groove!
22/04/2022: “Tire Ni Oluwa” by Sonny Okosun
Nigeria has always been a musical powerhouse, but for me, the 70s and 80s were a real golden age. “Tire Ni Oluwa” is an ode…
21/04/2022: “Sexy Eyes” by Dr. Hook
As the 70s came to a close, this sultry number sprung into being. Laidback but not low energy, when the chorus kicks in, you float…
20/04/2022: “Mt. Airy Groove (Instrumental Mix)” by Pieces Of A Dream
It’s hard to classify this. In a sense, the song is early hip hop – which is more obvious when listening to the rap version. …
15/04/2022: “Subalo Parriba (Banana Babies Funkin’ It Up Mix) by La Casa Grande
Recipe for a banger: Take a tribal house hit with spicy drums. Add a warping bassline – and make it a catchy one! Keep the…
14/04/2022: “Wake Up Singing (In The Morning Time)” by The Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir
I’ve never been a huge church person. But if all churches were like this, I’m sure I’d be more tempted! Religious songs are often beautiful….
12/04/2022: “Take Your Time” by The S.O.S Band
The S.O.S Band knew how to deliver anthems. As the eighties swung into view, they came out this with banger. Funky bassline? Check. Rock solid…
30/03/2022: “Senorita” by Marcus
Produced by Kevin McCord, this stunning effort sucks you in and soothes your soul. At times Electro, at times House, it’s a funky revelation throughout!