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,…
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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…
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…
18/11/2018: “Moon Over Bourbon Street” by Sting
I don’t particularly know why, but I really like Sting’s music, both with The Police and as a solo artist. A lot about him…
17/11/2018: “A Taste Of Honey” by Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass
Herb Alpert was by no means alone for his time in his use of brass ensembles in a funky way. But he was definitely good…
16/11/2018: “I’m Only Sleeping” by The Beatles
The Beatles may have some far out compositions, but they often shine most brilliantly when they keep things simple. “I’m Only Sleeping” centres around a…
27/10/2018: “Blind Faith” by Chase & Status featuring Liam Bailey
Chase & Status started off making drum & bass. They’ve since come full circle, with their last album containing a number of songs that got…
22/10/2018: “All I Have To Do Is Dream” by The Everly Brothers
This sort of track is so unbelievably wholesome. The Everly Brothers really do excel at heartthrob harmony singing, and with the legendary Chet Atkins on…
10/10/2018: “Acceptable In The 80’s” by Calvin Harris
For me, something like this is how pop music should be. I’ve written about whether “should be” is the right way to talk about music,…
09/10/2018: “Radio Ga Ga” by Queen
The song “Video Killed The Radio Star” has much of the same message, but it’s nowhere near as potent as this. “Radio Ga Ga” is…