A seasonal selection of songs that loosely fit into the rock, indie and alternative genres. Updated daily.
Direct link to Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1YB0dsNnd8ShWDSzCJEvPs
The playlist we're looking at today is a real treasure trove of musical goodness, featuring a vast array of artists and songs from across the decades. As we scroll through the list, we're transported on a journey through time and genre, taking in the best of rock, pop, soul, and more.
We're kicking off with some classic hits from the 50s and 60s, including Elvis Presley's All Shook Up and Hard Headed Woman, as well as The Beatles' All You Need Is Love and The Rolling Stones' Honky Tonk Women. These iconic tracks set the tone for a playlist that's all about celebrating the best of popular music.
As we move through the 70s and 80s, we're treated to a diverse range of sounds, from the sweet harmonies of The Bay City Rollers' Give a Little Love to the punk-infused energy of The Boomtown Rats' I Don't Like Mondays and The Smiths' Panic. We're also hearing from some of the biggest names of the era, including T. Rex, Rod Stewart, and Bryan Adams.
The 90s and 2000s bring a new wave of talent to the fore, with artists like Oasis, Blur, and Robbie Williams dominating the airwaves. We're hearing tracks like D'You Know What I Mean?, Trash, and Something Beautiful, which showcase the incredible musical diversity of the era.
Today's playlist isn't just about the past, though - it's also about the present. We're hearing from contemporary artists like Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, and Imagine Dragons, who are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in popular music. Tracks like Happier Than Ever, cardigan, and It's Time are just a few examples of the exciting new sounds on offer.
Throughout this playlist, we're reminded that music has the power to bring us together, to evoke memories and emotions, and to transcend time and genre. Whether you're a fan of classic rock, pop, or something in between, there's something here for everyone. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride!
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| Hit Me Off - New Edition | 1996 | MCST48014 |
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| Mr. Vain - Culture Beat | 1993 | 6594682 |
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| Walking To New Orleans - Fats Domino | 1960 | HLP9163 |
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| All Time Low - The Wanted | 2010 | 2743018 |
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| True Faith - New Order | 1987 | FAC183/7 |
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| Listen To Your Heart - Roxette | 1990 | EM149 |
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| La Tristesse Durera (Scream to a Sigh) - Manic Street Preachers | 1993 | 6594772 |
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| One (Your Name) - Swedish House Mafia, Pharrell Williams | 2010 | GB1201000064 |
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| La Bamba - Los Lobos | 1987 | LASH13 |
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| Trash - Suede | 1996 | NUD21CD2 |
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| Swords Of A Thousand Men - Tenpole Tudor | 1981 | BUY120 | |
| Girl From Mars - Ash | 1995 | INFECT24CD |
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| Time, Love and Tenderness - Michael Bolton | 1991 | 6569897 |
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| Ghetto Gospel - 2Pac | 2005 | 9883248 | |
| Hard Headed Woman - Elvis Presley | 1958 | 1028 | |
| No Brainer - DJ Khaled, Justin Bieber, Quavo | 2018 | USSM11806283 |
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| Scream - Blade | 1995 | W0307CD |
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| Every Beat of My Heart - Rod Stewart, Bob Ezrin, David TIckle | 1986 | W8625 |
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| Honky Tonk Women - (Original Single Stereo Version) - The Rolling Stones | 1969 | USA176910010 |
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| Rock DJ - Robbie Williams | 2000 | MIUCT7591 |
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| All Star - Smash Mouth | 1999 | MIUCT8033 |
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| Freed From Desire - Gala | 1997 | ITA179700143 |
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| My Oh My - Aqua | 1998 | UMD85058 |
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| Only - Nine Inch Nails | 2005 | CID903 |
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| Heaven Is A Halfpipe - OPM | 2001 | AT0107CD |
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| All You Need Is Love - Remastered 2015 - The Beatles | 1967 | R5620 |
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| Bad Day - Daniel Powter | 2005 | USWB10401971 |
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| I Can Only Disappoint U - Mansun | 2000 | CDR6544 |
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| Back To Black - Amy Winehouse | 2011 | GBUM70604698 |
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| Battle - Wookie | 2000 | S2SP001 |
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| Try Try Try - Julian Cope | 1995 | ECSCD11 |
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| I Want You, I Need You, I Love You - Elvis Presley | 1956 | POP235 | |
| Love Is A Losing Game - Amy Winehouse | 2011 | 1755398 |
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| Swing The Mood - Jive Bunny and the Mastermixers | 1989 | MFD001 |
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| Alright - Supergrass | 1995 | CDR6413 |
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| Is She Really Going Out With Him? - Joe Jackson | 1979 | AMS7459 |
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| (Everything I Do) I Do It For You - Bryan Adams | 1991 | AM789 |
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| D'You Know What I Mean? - Oasis | 1997 | CRESCD256 |
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| cardigan - Taylor Swift | 2020 | USUG12002836 |
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| It's Time - Imagine Dragons | 2013 | USUM71200987 |
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| Something Beautiful - Robbie Williams | 2003 | CDCHS5152 |
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| Silent Lucidity - Queensrÿche | 1992 | USAMT104 |
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| All the Young Dudes - Mott The Hoople | 1972 | 8271 |
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| Englishman In New York - Sting | 1990 | AM580 |
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| From The Floorboards Up - Paul Weller | 2005 |
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| Maybe Tomorrow - Stereophonics | 2003 |
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| Keep Watching This Space - Blade | 1996 | W0355CD |
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| Gangsters - The Specials | 1979 | CHSTT1 |
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| Mr. Tambourine Man - The Byrds | 1965 | 201765 |
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| Midnight Shift - Buddy Holly | 1959 | 05800 | |
| Black Eyed Boy - Texas | 1997 | MERCD490 |
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| Enter Sandman - Metallica | 1991 | GBF089190013 | |
| On Our Own - Bobby Brown | 1989 | 1350 |
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| Going Missing - Maximo Park | 2005 | WAP190CDR |
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| Avenues And Alleyways - Tony Christie | 2005 | 9831670 |
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| The Pioneers - Bloc Party | 2005 | WEBB088SCD |
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| I Made It Through the Rain - John Barrowman | 2009 | MIUCT5688 |
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| Dream Lover - Bobby Darin | 1959 | HLE8867 | |
| Gasolina - Daddy Yankee | 2005 | 9883425 |
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| Bitch - Meredith Brooks | 1997 | CDCL790 |
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| Mr. Loverman - Shabba Ranks, Deborahe Glasgow | 1992 | 6582517 |
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| Just For You - The Glitter Band | 1974 | 1368 |
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| Life Is A Rollercoaster - Ronan Keating | 2000 | 5619362 |
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| Crazy Train - Ozzy Osbourne | 2025 | USSM18700020 |
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| Cupid - Sam Cooke | 1961 | 1242 |
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| Turtle Power - Various Artists | 1990 | TURTLE1 |
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| Angel Eyes - Roxy Music | 1979 | POSP67 |
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| Make It with You - Bread | 1970 | 2101010 |
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| Breathless - The Corrs | 2000 | AT0084CD |
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| Everything Must Go - Manic Street Preachers | 1996 | 6634682 |
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| '74-'75 - The Connells | 1995 |
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| You're Beautiful - James Blunt | 2005 | AT0207CDX |
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| I'll Sleep When I'm Dead - Bon Jovi | 1993 | JOVCD11 |
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| Spectacular - Graham Coxon | 2004 | CDRS6643 |
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| A Thousand Miles - Vanessa Carlton | 2002 | 4977542 |
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| Born slippy - Underworld, DJ Discoman | 1996 | JBO29 |
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| All Shook Up - Elvis Presley | 1957 | 1020 |
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| Ride on Time - Black Box | 1989 | PB43055 |
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| Drive - The Cars | 1985 | E9706 |
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| Strange Glue - Catatonia | 1998 | NEG113CD |
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| Happier Than Ever - Billie Eilish | 2021 | USUM72105936 |
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| In The Name Of The Father - Black Grape | 1995 | RAXTD19 |
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| Love is All Around - Wet Wet Wet | 1994 | JWLCD23 |
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| Get It On - T. Rex | 1971 | BUG10 |
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| Johnny Remember Me - John Leyton | 1961 | JAR577 | |
| Save Tonight - Eagle-Eye Cherry | 1998 | 5695952 |
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| Blaze Of Glory - Jon Bon Jovi | 1990 | JBJ1 |
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| You Wear It Well - Remastered Version - Rod Stewart | 1972 | 6052171 |
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| Getting Older - Billie Eilish | 2021 | USUM72105922 |
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| Let Love Rule - Lenny Kravitz | 1990 | VUS26 |
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| Green Door - Shakin' Stevens | 1981 | A1354 |
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| Give a Little Love - Bay City Rollers | 1975 | 1425 |
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| Good Enough - Dodgy | 1996 | 5818152 |
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| Since U Been Gone - Kelly Clarkson | 2005 | 82876700842 |
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| Feels Like I'm In Love - Kelly Marie | 1980 | 1 |
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| You and Me - Cloud 99 Remix - Uniting Nations, Cloud 99 | 2005 | 12GUS18 |
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| The Miracle - Cliff Richard | 1999 | CDEM546 |
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| Eternity - Robbie Williams | 2001 | CDCHS5126 |
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| Panic - The Smiths | 1986 | RT193 |
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| I Don't Like Mondays - The Boomtown Rats | 1979 | ENY30 |
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