The word “Balearic” usually refers to the island chain containing Mallorca, Menorca, and Ibiza. But it also means a style, or a certain vibe, of music popular on Ibiza in the late 80s and early 90s. It’s an eclectic mixture of genres, but you know it when you hear it. And this song is about…
18/09/2018: “True Romance” by DBridge & Vegas
Although “True Romance” came out in 2004, it could’ve come out in the 90s, or yesterday, and probably in 10 years too. It’s that kind…
17/09/2018: “Lamento Del Yacuruna” by Los Wembler’s De Iquitos
Even a couple of years ago, I had no idea of the existence of Peruvian Cumbia music. That shows what a big beautiful world we…
16/09/2018: “Strawberry Fields Forever” by The Beatles
I’ve covered the song “Yesterday” by The Beatles, and said it came at a point where the band transitioned from being some noisy rockers to…
15/09/2018: “I Get Around” by The Beach Boys
I wasn’t around in the early 60s in California, but when I listen to this, I’m right there cruising in a Chevy along the beachfront!…
14/09/2018: “Hound Dog” by Elvis Presley
There’s no name more strongly connected with ’50s Rock ‘n’ Roll than The King himself, Elvis Presley. Despite the legions of Elvis impersonators around the…
13/09/2018: “Askim” by Kamasi Washington
Kamasi Washington is one of the biggest contemporary Jazz stars. Perhaps that isn’t saying a lot, but he’s certainly made some serious waves even outside…
12/09/2018: “Good Times Bad Times” by Led Zeppelin
Led Zeppelin cover a range of styles within the boundaries of rock music. From prog rock epics such as “Stairway To Heaven”, funk tinged songs like “Trampled…
11/09/2018: “Keep Their Heads Ringin'” by Dr Dre
“Keep Their Heads Ringin’” was released as part of the soundtrack for the movie “Friday”, in 1995. I’ve never watched it, but it’s one of…
10/09/2018: “Malukayi” by Mbongwana Star featuring Kinono No.1
The Democratic Republic of Congo is usually known around the world for it’s horrific civil wars and blood diamond mining. But in amongst all the…