"In a Big Country" is a rousing anthem by Scottish rock band Big Country. Released in 1983 as part of their iconic debut album 'The Crossing', the song's driving guitars and bagpipe-inspired sound evoke images of wide-open landscapes. Its lyrics paint a vivid picture of life in a vast and rugged land.
The B8 with the higher loft works better than the stubby B21 with veg Tabac, but I'm still not getting the kind of sopping wet slickness I used to get from the tallow Tabac. The dialling in continues.
We celebrate Steve Albini's life and incredible body of work through our #SongoftheDay, "Darlene", off of Slint's Tweez. He kept it simple in an age of studio gloss, and we loved him for it.
Our #SongOfTheDay comes from a loose collective producing cutting edge stuff called Church Chords, in this case including Jeff Parker's always creative guitar work. It's "Warriors of Playtime".
This chart-topping hit by the Sugababes was released in 2002. It was the lead single on their second album, "Angels With Dirty Faces". Known for its infectious beat and catchy chorus, "Round Round" blends dance-pop with R&B and features a sample from the German film "Run Lola Run".
Released in 1988 on the album 'Fisherman's Blues', The Waterboys' iconic song blends Celtic folk, rock, and country. Its expansive sound features fiddles, mandolin, and soaring vocals, painting a vivid picture of life by the sea. This timeless classic marked a shift in the band's direction and remains a beloved anthem.
"Block Rockin' Beats" is a high-energy big beat track by The Chemical Brothers. Released in 1997 as the lead single from their album "Dig Your Own Hole", it topped the UK singles chart. The song's iconic bassline and samples make it a dance floor classic.
Released in 1979, this synth-driven track was Tubeway Army's breakthrough hit. It topped the UK charts and appeared on their iconic album 'Replicas'. Its haunting melody and dystopian lyrics helped pioneer the new wave sound.