The worst of the worst
COURTESY of the much-missed radio and TV presenter Kenny Everett, this week’s column is dedicated to dross – some of the most cringeworthy music ever consigned to disc. In 1978 … Continue readingThe worst of the worst
Author: Alan Ashworth
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Yes: Roundabout
One of their greatest tracks, from the 1971 album Fragile. And here’s a 2017 performance from the old geezers.
Nic Jones: Fare Thee Well My Dearest Dear
No one tugs the heartstrings quite like the great Nic. https://am-records.com/2018/10/15/nic-jones-national-treasure/ From the 2001 retrospective Unearthed.
Vinegar Joe: See The World
Hard to believe this 1970 prog workout came from a band that included both Robert Palmer and Elkie Brooks.
Jonathan Wilson: Moses Pain
JW, the ultimate Seventies tribute act. This is a live version of the song from the 2013 album Fanfare.
Steely Dan: Bad Sneakers
Live 2000 version of one of my favourite Dan songs, from the 1975 album Katy Lied. If you’ve ever wondered what the hell it’s all about, this should help https://songmeanings.com/songs/view/140470/ … Continue readingSteely Dan: Bad Sneakers
Midlake: He Tried To Escape
Whimsical retro selection by the Texan proggers from the 2004 album Bamnan and Slivercork.
Chuck Berry: Johnny B Goode
What a snappy dresser! And what a choice of backing group!
Dick Dale: Misirlou
Surf classic used to good effect by Quentin Tarintino in Pulp Fiction.
Southern Tenant Folk Union: No More Hard Times (No More Trouble)
I’m a sucker for the banjo played like this.