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
Welcome to our eclectic playlist, featuring a diverse range of tracks that span multiple decades and genres. From classic rock to pop, and from hip-hop to indie, this playlist has something for everyone.
We're kicking off with some iconic Britpop tracks, including Oasis's "Some Might Say" and Blur's "Charmless Man", as well as hits from The Beatles and The Police. These songs define the sound of 90s Britain and remain timeless favourites.
The playlist also takes a trip back to the 60s, with The Beatles' "Ticket To Ride" and The Beach Boys-inspired harmonies of The Elgins' "Heaven Must Have Sent You". Meanwhile, 70s and 80s fans will enjoy Free's "My Brother Jake", Blondie's "Call Me", and hits from David Bowie and Prince.
As we move into the 90s and 2000s, the playlist gets even more diverse, with tracks from Fatboy Slim, The Killers, and Foo Fighters. You'll also find hip-hop anthems like Missy Elliott's "Get Ur Freak On" and Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road", as well as indie gems like The Rasmus's "In the Shadows" and Maximo Park's "Graffiti".
One of the joys of this playlist is its ability to transport you to different eras and moods. Need a pick-me-up? Try Louis Armstrong's "What A Wonderful World" or Weezer's "Buddy Holly". Want to get moving? Look no further than The Cardigans' "Lovefool" or Justin Timberlake's not-included-but-would-be-great addition.
Throughout the playlist, you'll discover unexpected pairings and surprising sounds. You might find yourself transitioning from Paul Weller's "The Changingman" to HIM's "Solitary Man", or from The Bangles' "Eternal Flame" to Rage Against The Machine's "Bullet In The Head".
With so many incredible tracks to choose from, we're confident that you'll find something new to love. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the musical journey!
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| The Reflex - Duran Duran | 1984 | DURAN2 |
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| Shake the Disease - Depeche Mode | 1985 | BONG8 |
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| Let's Dance - David Bowie | 1983 | EA152 |
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| The Changingman - Paul Weller | 1995 | GODCD127 |
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| Hell Raiser - Sweet | 1973 | 2357 |
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| Mirror in the Bathroom - The Beat | 1980 | FEET2 | |
| Fort Worth Jail - Lonnie Donegan | 1959 | 7N15198 | |
| Backstreet Symphony - Thunder | 1990 | EM137 |
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| Lollipop - Various Artists | 1958 | DB4099 | |
| Love Is The Law - The Seahorses | 1997 | GFSTD22243 |
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| Beat Mama - Cast | 1999 | 5635932 |
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| I Like The Way - Junior Jack 'Rock Da House' Club Mix - Bodyrockers, Junior Jack | 2005 | THEWAYDJ1 |
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| Karma Hotel - The Spooks | 2001 | 6709012 |
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| Young Boy - Paul McCartney | 1997 | CDR6462 |
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| Walk On the Wild Side - Lou Reed | 1973 | 2303 |
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| Bye Bye Baby - TQ | 1999 | 6672372 |
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| Some Might Say - Oasis | 1995 |
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| Where Are They Now? - Gene | 1997 | COSCD11 | |
| Steady, As She Goes - The Raconteurs, Jack White, Brendan Benson | 2006 | XLS229CD |
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| Why Don't You Get A Job - The Offspring | 1999 | 6673542 |
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| Can't Stand Losing You - The Police | 1995 | 5810372 |
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| Out The Blue - Sub Focus, Alice Gold | 2012 | GBUM71201897 | |
| Metal Guru - T. Rex | 1972 | MARC1 |
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| Love Won't Wait - Junior Vasquez Radio Mix - Gary Barlow, Junior Vasquez | 1997 | 74321470842 |
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| The Dark Of The Matinée - Franz Ferdinand | 2004 | RUG176CD |
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| Wear My Ring Around Your Neck - Elvis Presley | 1958 | 1058 |
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| Where Have You Been Tonight - Shed Seven | 1995 | YORCD5 |
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| Circle in the Sand - Belinda Carlisle | 1988 | VS1074 | |
| Klubbhopping - Klubbheads Edit - Various Artists | 1996 | 5815571 |
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| get back - preston- | 1969 | R5777 |
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| Inside - Ray Wilson | 1994 | LEV1CD |
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| Teardrop - Massive Attack | 1998 |
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| Banquet - Bloc Party | 2005 | WEBB078SCD |
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| Rubber Lover - Marmaduke Duke | 2009 | MIUCT6515 |
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| Crazy - Gnarls Barkley, CeeLo Green, Danger Mouse | 2006 |
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| Sound Of Drums - Kula Shaker | 1998 | KULA21CD |
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| Temple of Love - 1992 - Sisters of Mercy | 1992 | MR53 |
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| Where Them Girls At (feat. Nicki Minaj & Flo Rida) - David Guetta | 2011 |
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| Graffiti - Maximo Park | 2005 |
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| Imitation Of Life - R.E.M. | 2001 | W559CD |
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| Blue Monday 1988 - Michael Johnson 12'' Remix - New Order, Michael Johnson | 1988 | FAC737 |
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| Sale of the Century - Sleeper | 1996 | SLEEP011CD |
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| Eternal Flame - The Bangles, Susanna Hoffs | 1989 | BANGS5 |
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| How Do You Do It? - Mono - Gerry & The Pacemakers | 1963 | DB4987 |
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| Monkey Wrench - Foo Fighters | 1997 | USRW30000010 |
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| Rain - Bruce Ruffin | 1971 | TR7814 | |
| Call Me - Blondie | 1980 | CHS2414 |
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| Smile Like You Mean It - The Killers | 2005 |
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| Star 69 - Fatboy Slim | 2001 | ||
| Lost & Found - Feeder | 2006 | ECSCX184 | |
| In the Shadows - The Rasmus | 2004 | MCSXD40351 |
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| Nothing Else Matters - Metallica | 1992 | GBF089190020 | |
| Runaway - Del Shannon | 1961 | HLX9317 |
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| Push It (Victor Calderone Dub Mix) - Garbage, Victor Calderone | 1998 | MUSH28CDS | |
| True - Spandau Ballet | 1983 | SPAN1 |
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| My Brother Jake - Free | 1971 | WIP6100 |
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| You Said No - Busted | 2003 | MCSTD40318 |
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| Bright Eyes - Art Garfunkel | 1979 | 6947 |
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| Cumberland Gap - Lonnie Donegan | 1957 | N15087 | |
| Stand By Me - Remastered 2010 - John Lennon | 1975 | R6005 |
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| We Are The World - U.S.A. For Africa | 1985 | US25T0511671 |
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| Oh Boy - Mud | 1975 | 201 |
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| I'm Not Alone - MPH Remix - Calvin Harris, MPH | 2009 | MIUCT3729 |
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| Buddy Holly - Weezer | 1995 | GFSTD88 |
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| Nothing As It Seems - Pearl Jam | 2000 | 6693742 |
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| Walking in My Shoes - Depeche Mode | 1993 | CDBONG22 |
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| Is This The Way To Amarillo - Tony Christie | 2005 | 9828606 | |
| In Our Lifetime - Texas | 1999 | MERCD517 |
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| Army Of Me - Björk | 1995 | 162TP7CDL |
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| J. Beez Comin' Through - Jungle Brothers | 1998 | GEE5000493 |
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| Right Here, Right Now - Fatboy Slim | 1999 |
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| Beverly Hills - Weezer | 2005 | 9881791 |
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| The Unforgettable Fire - Remastered 2009 - U2 | 1985 | IS220 |
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| I Want It All - Single Version - Queen | 1989 | QUEEN10 |
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| Wish You The Best - Lewis Capaldi | 2023 | DEUV72300302 |
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| Hazard - Richard Marx | 1992 | CL654 | |
| Bodyshakin' - Radio Mix - 911 | 1997 |
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| Lenny - Supergrass | 1995 | CDR6410 |
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| Damocles - Sleep Token | 2025 | USRV82500072 | |
| What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong | 1968 | POP1615 |
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| Heaven Must Have Sent You - Mono Single - The Elgins | 1971 | TMG771 |
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| Refugees - The Tears | 2005 | ISOM92MS |
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| Freak On a Leash - Korn | 1999 | 6672522 |
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| My Name Is - Eminem | 1999 | INT95040 |
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| Beat It - Michael Jackson | 1983 | EPCA3258 |
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| Get Ur Freak On - Missy Elliott | 2001 | E7206CD |
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| Once - Diana Vickers | 2010 | 88697680272 |
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| Road Rage - Catatonia | 1998 | MIUCT3832 | |
| With A Little Help From My Friends - Wet Wet Wet | 1988 | CHILD1 | |
| Lovefool - Radio Edit - The Cardigans | 1997 | 5710502 |
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| November Spawned a Monster - Morrissey | 1990 | POP1623 | |
| A Design for Life - Stealth Sonic Orchestra Remix - Manic Street Preachers, Stealth Sonic Orchestra | 1996 | 6630702 |
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| Solitary Man - HIM | 2004 | 82876610652 |
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| Old Town Road - Lil Nas X | 2019 | SE6A91836283 |
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| Drop Dead Gorgeous - Republica | 1997 | 74321386942 |
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| Ebony And Ivory - Paul McCartney | 1982 | R6054 |
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| Charmless Man - Blur | 1996 | CDFOOD77 |
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| Ticket To Ride - Remastered 2015 - The Beatles | 1965 | R5265 |
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| Alphabet St. - Prince | 1988 | W7900 |
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| Bullet In The Head - Rage Against The Machine | 1993 | 6592582 |
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