The more I listen to Simon and Garfunkel, the more I fall in love. Paul Simon’s songwriting and Art Garfunkel’s vocals combine to create some of the most intelligent, most angelic compositions I’ve ever heard. My favourite album of theirs has to be “Bridge Over Troubled Water” just for the sheer number of incredible tracksContinue reading ““Bridge Over Troubled Water” – Every Song Ranked”
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“Discipline” (King Crimson) – Every Song Ranked
Robert Fripp was well and truly done with King Crimson in the late seventies, but he formed a new band with Adrian Belew on guitar and vocals, Bill Bruford on drums and Tony Levin on bass and called it “Discipline”. Their debut album took the same name, but Fripp decided to revive the King CrimsonContinue reading ““Discipline” (King Crimson) – Every Song Ranked”
The New Sound (Geordie Greep) – Every Song Ranked
I wasn’t too familiar with black midi’s work before their split, but I knew the song “Welcome to Hell” and absolutely loved it. When I heard Geordie Greep – the lead singer and songwriter – had made his own album, I went in with the hopes of an experience half as good as that song.Continue reading “The New Sound (Geordie Greep) – Every Song Ranked”
1999: The Year In Music
1999 – US President Bill Clinton is acquitted by the Senate in his impeachment trial. The Columbine High School massacre kills 13 and injures 24 people. The six billionth living human in the world is born. The Sopranos debuts on HBO. Lance Armstrong wins his first of seven consecutive Tour de France titles. I gotContinue reading “1999: The Year In Music”
“The Queen Is Dead” (The Smiths) – Every Song Ranked
“The Queen Is Dead” is probably The Smiths’ best album. It has a lot of my favourite tracks of theirs, and the whole thing makes for a consistent listen … but how would I rank all the tracks? Before we begin, you can check out some of my related blog posts below: OK 10 –Continue reading ““The Queen Is Dead” (The Smiths) – Every Song Ranked”
“Electric Ladyland” (Jimi Hendrix) – Every Song Ranked
Everyone remembers “Are You Experienced” as being the definitive Jimi Hendrix album, but I think there’s a good case to be made for “Electric Ladyland”. It feels more focused from start to finish, and the highs are truly extraordinary. How would I rank every track? Before we begin, you can check out some of myContinue reading ““Electric Ladyland” (Jimi Hendrix) – Every Song Ranked”
“Pet Sounds” (Beach Boys) – Every Song Ranked
It’s well known that the Beach Boys – and “Pet Sounds” in particular – spurred the Beatles on in their rivalry, pushing their ambitions until eventually they made “Sgt. Peppers”. It’s fascinating to know that such a landmark album can be traced back to another fantastic 60’s record. There are a lot of songs hereContinue reading ““Pet Sounds” (Beach Boys) – Every Song Ranked”
“Are You Experienced” – Songs Ranked
When talking about the greatest debut albums in music history, you’d be remiss not to mention Jimi Hendrix’s “Are You Experienced”. It’s a masterclass in guitar playing and Hard Rock, and there are so many songs here I love. But how would I rank them all? (I’m ranking the seventeen songs on the Spotify version,Continue reading ““Are You Experienced” – Songs Ranked”
“The Doors” (Self-Titled Album) – Songs Ranked
You’re unlikely to find a better debut album than “The Doors”. Jim Morrison and company cooked up something Bluesy and eternally catchy with their first effort … but how would I rank every track? Before we begin, you can check out some of my related blog posts below: OK 11 – Take It as ItContinue reading ““The Doors” (Self-Titled Album) – Songs Ranked”
1992: The Year In Music
1992 – John Major is elected Prime Minister after his Conservative Party wins the most votes in British electoral history. The Church of England approves the ordination of female priests. Johnny Carson makes his final appearance as host of “The Tonight Show”. Irish Pop singer Sinead O’Connor rips up a picture of Pope John PaulContinue reading “1992: The Year In Music”
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