I never really listened to Bob Dylan when I was younger. He’s really grown on me since though. There’s no denying that his songwriting ability…
Tag: 60s
01/06/2018: “Fortunate Son” by Creedence Clearwater Revival
This song is very political, but I’m not choosing it for that. I’m picking it because it is catchy… The song kicks off with a…
22/05/2018: “Spirit In The Sky” by Norman Greenbaum
Norman Greenbaum was a bit of a one hit wonder… but what a hit that was. “Spirit In The Sky” is a triumphant proclamation of…
12/05/2018: “In A Sentimental Mood” by Duke Ellington and John Coltrane
The combination of Duke Ellington’s superb piano playing and John Coltrane’s saxophone makes for a very beautiful piece of music. The song was originally written…
30/04/2018: “Beggin'” by Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
Released in 1967 and modernised by Madcon in 2007, “Beggin’” is an instantly recognisable funky masterpiece. The drum break works perfectly with the bassline to…
26/04/2018: “Yesterday” by The Beatles
I can’t even imagine what Beatlemania was like at its height, or if it has an equivalent today. But there’s no doubt that The Beatles…