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…
Tag: Pop
30/12/2018: “Reckless (12″ Version)” by Afrika Bambaataa and Family featuring UB40
Afrika Bambaataa was one of the leading figures in the creation of hip hop, but he has produced a lot of music in a variety…
28/12/2018: “Every 1’s A Winner” by Hot Chocolate
I didn’t know that “Hot Chocolate” were an English band. They’ve absolutely nailed a wide spectrum of sounds usually considered to be the preserve of…
25/12/2018: “Wonderful Christmastime” by Paul McCartney
Paul McCartney went through a period of experimental music creation, and somehow, this super popular Christmas song was one of the things that came out…
19/12/2018: “Right Here, Right Now” by Fatboy Slim
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,…
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…
10/12/2018: “It’s Only A Paper Moon” by Ella Fitzgerald
This sort of song is leaned on heavily by the Fallout video game series to populate their radio soundtracks. So much so, that I was…
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…
14/11/2018: “Modern Way” by Kaiser Chiefs
I don’t necessarily like the Kaiser Chiefs as much as I used to, but then again, I used to love them. Even though my music…