This groove is seriously infectious. It could easily cause a dancing pandemic! The song blends the soulful vocals and the delicate bell sound with a…
Tag: 80s
27/02/2019: “African Ting” by Toyan
I suppose it is possible for people to dislike a song like this. I can’t think of a single reason why, but it’s always possible….
18/02/2019: “Bad Reputation” by Joan Jett
“Bad Reputation” is a raucous, loud and unapologetic punk song, with a catchy hook and a certain endearing discordant energy, Joan Jett shines here as…
08/02/2019: “Odio Sem Valor” by Pedrinho
The Cape Verde islands have a rich musical heritage, as a result of their mixed heritage of African and Portuguese cultural influences. The label which…
31/01/2019: “Dreams” by Van Halen
For me, Van Halen epitomise the golden age of 80s hard rock. The winning blend of catchy melodies, fast rhythms, Eddie Van Halen’s virtuoso guitar…
26/01/2019: “Walk On” by Smith & Mighty
Smith & Mighty are a classic Bristol trip-hop duo. Rob Smith from the aforementioned group is now known as RSD and produces heavy dub music….
23/01/2019: “Musical Murder (Dub Version)” by Prince Jammy
The vocal of Musical Murder is done by Banana Man on the actual single, and on the compilation album King Jammy’s Dancehall Vol. 3: Hard Dancehall…
22/01/2019: “Good Thing” by Fine Young Cannibals
A song like this occupies a strange place in time. It was made in the 80s, so is already about 30 years old. But…
12/01/2019: “Mawethu” by Amampondo
“Mawethu” is traditional South African song. The word means “friends” in Xhosa. The Pondo are a South African ethnic group. They can also be called…
07/01/2019: “I Think We’re Alone Now” by Tiffany
This song is an 80s song. There’s no getting around it. Along with songs by Bonnie Tyler and Cyndi Lauper, this sort of power tune…