Joy Division were a band who were impressively ahead of their time. They helped to pioneer a moody, grungy brand of post-punk rock music which…
Tag: 70s
04/02/2019: “Deliver Me From My Enemies” by Yabby You
This track features on the iconic soundtrack to “Babylon”, the classic 1980 film about the struggles of U.K. Reggae sound systems when they were trying…
03/02/2019: “My Life” by Billy Joel
There’s something truly timeless about this tune. The vocals are incredible catchy, the keyboard riff is unbeatable, the rhythm section is tight and powerful. The…
02/02/2019: “Crawshay” by Cymande
Cymande are masters of soulful grooves, delivering a wide range of delectable treats in a variety of fresh styles. The band was formed in 1971,…
25/01/2019: “Life’s Been Good” by Joe Walsh
I really do love this song. It’s got such an easy going, nonchalant atmosphere. It’s a cheeky acknowledgement of the bright side of fame, the…
17/01/2019: “Ahh…the Name is Bootsy, Baby” by Bootsy’s Rubber Band
I think this song is pure gold. It’s a P-Funk masterpiece, chock full of rhythm, and practically sweating funky dance-ability. Bootsy Collins was one of…
11/01/2019: “Spanish Bombs” by The Clash
“Spanish Bombs” refers to two things. First, there is the Spanish Civil War. Joe Strummer is praising the anti-fascist struggle and remembering the martyrs. It…
10/01/2019: “Satisfaction” by Carl Dawkins
Carl Dawkins is one of the many figures in Jamaican music who never really made a lot of money despite being a relatively important figure…
09/01/2019: “Jazz Carnival” by Azymuth
Azymuth are still going today, which is great. Set up in 1973, they play a funky Jazz which takes a lot of inspiration from the…
04/01/2019: “Mercedes Benz” by Janis Joplin
This song was the last song Janis Joplin recorded before her untimely death aged 27, October the 4th 1970. It was done in one take…