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Five of the Best from Madness

Another SKA favourite from the 80's today. The nutty boys charmed the world with their cheeky wit and infectious rhythms. These were these[…]

Five of the Best from The Specials / Fun Boy Three

On what would have been his 65th birthday today, we look at the musical legacy of Terry Hall. That instantly recognizable SKA groove will transport you[…]

Five of the Best from The Police

From "Roxanne" to "Every Breath You Take", it seemed every single produced by The Police was a massive global success. We take a look at the[…]

What was Number 1 in…1962?

We are up to 1962, and we can see exactly how much of a hold that Elvis Presley had on popular music at the time. Four[…]

Ten of the Best from Irish Artists

It's St Patrick's Day tomorrow, so we decided to have a pre-emptive look at some of the biggest Irish artists of all time, and their[…]

Five of the Best from Toto

Where were you when you first saw the rains down in Africa?? Somebody is going to have to tell me about the swords on the album[…]

Five of the Best from R.E.M

REM today. Most people remember "Losing My Religion" as the standout track from their albums, but favorite has always been "What's the Frequency Kenneth". Let[…]

Five of the Best from Radiohead

Another 90's band, critically acclaimed with an instantly recognizable back catalogue - Radiohead. Looking at their most successful albums today. Please share this website if you are[…]

Five of the Best from Oasis

90's Britpop giants Oasis are the focus of todays blog! If you have never sung along to "Supersonic" or "Wonderwall" being played at full blast,[…]

Five of the Best from Shalamar

Still regularly played at 80's themed discos - or just Disco's full stop! One of the most loved toe tappers from the 80's -[…]