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 showcasing today is a true musical treasure trove, featuring a diverse range of genres, decades, and artists. As we take you on this sonic journey, you'll discover iconic hits, timeless classics, and some unexpected surprises along the way.
We're kicking off with some British invasion favourites, including The Jam's Going Underground and The Beatles' Lady Madonna and Let It Be. These pioneering bands paved the way for future generations of musicians, and their influence can still be felt today.
The 80s are well-represented, with synth-pop anthems like Don't You Want Me by The Human League and 99 Red Balloons by Nena. You'll also find iconic rock tracks like Let's Dance by David Bowie and Beat It by Michael Jackson.
The 90s and 2000s bring a new wave of alternative and indie sounds, with artists like Pulp, Blur, and The Proclaimers getting the party started. You'll hear This Is Hardcore by Pulp, Girls & Boys by Blur, and I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) by The Proclaimers.
We're also shining a spotlight on some talented female artists, including Cilla Black with her 1964 hit Anyone Who Had a Heart, and more recent chart-toppers like Lewis Capaldi with Someone You Loved and Delta Goodrem with Born to Try.
Throughout this playlist, you'll discover a mix of upbeat party anthems and heartfelt ballads, showcasing the incredible range and diversity of music over the years. Whether you're a fan of classic rock, pop, or something in between, there's something for everyone in this incredible collection of tracks.
So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride as we take you on a musical journey through the ages. With so many amazing songs to discover, you're sure to find some new favourites along the way.
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| Music to Watch Girls By - Andy Williams | 1999 | 6671322 | |
| Lean on Me - Club Nouveau | 1987 | W8430 |
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| Can't Get Over - Radio Edit - September | 2009 | MIUCT7900 |
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| Dakota - Stereophonics | 2005 |
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| Beat Goes On - The All Seeing I | 1998 | FCD334 |
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| Somebody Told Me - The Killers | 2004 | LIZARD009 |
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| I Don't Mind (feat. Juicy J) - USHER | 2015 | USRV81400665 | |
| Let's Dance - David Bowie | 1983 | EA152 |
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| Spirit in the Sky - Gareth Gates | 2003 | 82876511192 |
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| Big Time - Remastered - Peter Gabriel | 1987 | PGS3 |
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| She Wants To Move - N.E.R.D | 2004 | USVI20400016 |
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| Provider - N.E.R.D | 2003 | VUSCD262 |
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| Let's Get Rocked - Def Leppard | 1992 | DEF7 |
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| Beat It - Michael Jackson | 2006 | EPCA3258 |
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| MIDNIGHT - UN-CUT | 2003 | WIRED001 |
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| Hot Love - A Side - T. Rex | 1971 | BUG6 |
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| Is There Something I Should Know - Duran Duran | 1983 | 5371 |
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| Jealous Guy - Roxy Music | 1981 | ROXY2 |
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| Without You - Harry Nilsson | 1972 | 2165 |
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| Stay - Shakespears Sister | 1992 | LON314 |
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| Let Me Entertain You - Robbie Williams | 1998 | MIUCT7588 | |
| You Stole the Sun from My Heart - Manic Street Preachers | 1999 | 6669532 |
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| I'm A Freak - Enrique Iglesias | 2014 | GBUM71309058 | |
| Wish I Could Fly - Roxette | 1999 | CDEMS537 |
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| Atomic - Blondie | 1980 | CHS2410 |
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| Girls & Boys - Blur | 1994 |
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| See The Star - Delirious? | 1999 | CDFURY5 |
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| Stupid Girl - Garbage | 1996 | MIUCT4966 | |
| Plug in Baby - Muse | 2001 |
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| Cherry Oh Baby - UB40 | 1984 | DEP10 | |
| Move Your Feet - Junior Senior | 2003 | 0198191 |
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| Shapes That Go Together - a-ha | 1994 | W0236CD |
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| Going Underground - The Jam | 1980 | POSP113 |
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| Stay on These Roads - a-ha | 1988 | W7936 |
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| I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) - The Proclaimers | 2007 | MIUCT7421 | |
| With Or Without You - U2 | 1987 | IS319 |
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| Being Brave - Menswear | 1996 | LAUCD8 |
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| Should I Stay or Should I Go - Remastered - The Clash | 1991 | 6566677 |
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| Take A Picture - Filter | 2000 | W515CD |
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| Holiday - Green Day | 2005 | W664CD2 |
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| I'm Like A Bird - Nelly Furtado | 2001 | 4509192 |
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| Cars - Premier Mix - Gary Numan | 1996 | PRMCD1 |
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| Torn Between Two Lovers - Mary MacGregor | 1977 | AA111 |
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| Bye Bye Baby - Bay City Rollers | 1975 | 1409 |
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| Cindy Incidentally - Faces | 1973 | K16247 |
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| Going For Gold - Shed Seven | 1996 | 5762152 |
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| Writing To Reach You - Travis | 1999 | ISOM22MS |
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| 99 Red Balloons - Nena | 1984 | A4074 | |
| Is This The Way To Amarillo - Tony Christie | 2005 | 9828606 | |
| Strong - Robbie Williams | 1999 | CDCHS5107 | |
| Little Sister - Queens of the Stone Age | 2005 | 9880670 |
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| Killin' Time - Tina Cousins | 1999 | BLOC105CD |
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| A Love Worth Waiting For - Shakin' Stevens | 1984 | A4291 |
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| Somewhere Only We Know - Keane | 2004 |
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| Going Home (Theme From Local Hero) - Mark Knopfler, Mark Knopfler's Guitar Heroes | 2024 | GB5KW2305508 | |
| Walk Right Back - The Everly Brothers | 1961 | WB33 |
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| Let It Be - Remastered 2009 - The Beatles | 1970 | R5833 |
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| Anyone Who Had a Heart - Cilla Black | 1964 | R5101 |
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| Shine - Take That | 2007 | 1724294 |
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| Sleeping In My Car - Roxette | 1994 | CDEM314 |
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| Born to Try - Delta Goodrem | 2003 | 6736342 |
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| Ghosts - Japan | 1982 | VS472 |
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| Nine in the Afternoon - Panic! At The Disco | 2008 | MIUCT7232 |
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| Oh My Gosh - Basement Jaxx | 2005 | XLS209CD1 |
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| Eternal Flame - The Bangles, Susanna Hoffs | 1989 | BANGS5 |
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| Don't Speak - No Doubt | 1997 | MIUCT7109 |
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| Get Over It - Guillemots | 2008 | MIUCT5207 |
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| Lady Madonna - Remastered 2015 - The Beatles | 1968 | R5675 |
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| D-Days - Hazel O'Connor | 1981 | ION1009 |
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| Harlem Shuffle - Bob & Earl | 1969 | WIP6053 |
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| All The Small Things - blink-182 | 2000 | MIUCT3534 |
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| People Are People - Depeche Mode | 1984 | 7BONG5 |
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| They - Jem | 2005 | CRAZY01 |
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| The Bitter End - Placebo | 2003 | FLOORCD16 |
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| Streets of Philadelphia - Various Artists | 1994 | 6600652 |
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| High - The Cure | 1992 | FICS39 |
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| Push Upstairs - Underworld | 1999 | JBO5005443 |
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| Rebel Rebel - 1999 Remaster - David Bowie | 1974 | LPBO5009 |
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| Ruby - Kaiser Chiefs | 2007 | BUN119CD |
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| Wuthering Heights - Kate Bush | 1978 | MIUCT5876 |
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| Never Let Her Slip Away - Andrew Gold | 1978 | K13112 |
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| One Way or Another (Teenage Kicks) - One Direction | 2013 |
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| Only to Be with You - Roachford | 1994 | 6601562 |
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| All I Wanna Do Is Make Love To You - Heart | 1990 | CL569 |
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| Capstick Comes Home - Tony Capstick | 1981 | SID27 |
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| Congratulations - Cliff Richard | 1968 | DB8376 |
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| Try - Nelly Furtado | 2004 | 4505113 |
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| Pompeii - Bastille | 2013 |
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| Peace in Our Time - Cliff Richard | 1993 | CDEMS265 |
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| I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) - The Proclaimers | 2007 | CLAIM2 |
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| Wrong Impression - Natalie Imbruglia | 2002 | 74321928352 |
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| Pump It - Black Eyed Peas | 2006 | 9850564 |
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| Are You Gonna Go My Way - Lenny Kravitz | 1993 | VUSDG65 |
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| Turn On, Tune In, Cop Out - Freak Power | 1995 | 12BRW317 |
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| Somewhere I Belong - Linkin Park | 2003 |
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| This Is Hardcore - Pulp | 1998 | CID695 |
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| I Must Be Seeing Things - Gene Pitney | 1965 | SS390 |
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| Someone You Loved - Lewis Capaldi | 2019 | DEUM71806776 |
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| Don't You Want Me - The Human League | 2014 |
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| X - Xzibit | 2001 | UC018 |
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