The Moody Blues - have you heard part two live at the royal albert hall in nineteen sixty-nine, 1977

"The Moody Blues recorded a couple of live albums there. Most recently 2000’s Hall of Fame was taped there, which is an album I really love. But more famously, they recorded a concert there on December 12, 1969 which has been released under a number of different titles, first as Caught Live + 5, then as Disc 6 in the 17 disc Timeless Flight box set"

James - surfer's song, 2016

"Highlights like "Attention" and the churning electro-epic "Surfer's Song" rely on massive, intense crescendos that are another James specialty and a sure sign that their collective gears are well-oiled even after several decades playing together."

The Embassy - i-d, 2013

"In the small but massively influential so-called Swedish Balearic scene that emerged at the start of the last decade, Gothenburg duo the Embassy – Fredrik Lindson and Torbjörn Håkansson – were unwittingly cast as pioneers. Similarly minded bands such as Studio, the Tough Alliance and Air France all emerged in the wake of the Embassy's excellent 2002 debut Futile Crimes, with both the Tough Alliance and Studio naming their respective record labels after the Embassy's songs. As befits their sound – lush, laid-back and gorgeously hazy – the duo don't seem to be in any urgent rush to cement their status at the forefront of any sort of scene, having not released an album since 2005's critically acclaimed Tacking."

My Morning Jacket - thin line, 2015

"Literally being surrounded by trees and creatures every time we walked out of the studio doors. Every evening around sunset we would stop what we were doing and walk outside to watch the sun descend, like an enormous egg yolk slowly smashing down in a psychedelic wash of color, much like the colors of the waterfall on the album cover. Those images, the smell of ocean air and the openness of it all, seeped into every aspect of this record."

Editors - nothing live acoustic, 2013

"The album was mostly recorded live. Regarding the sound of the album, lead singer Tom Smith stated that it "[has] a foot in that alt rock/Americana world" and that it feels "untouchable at times". Lyrically, the album focuses on "love songs... that don't adhere to the traditional love song type".[4] Smith explained, "If I ever find myself writing something too straightforward, I try to twist it, so it ends up odd and baffling."

James - how hard the day, 2018

"Living in Extraordinary Times marks a band still working at their full capacity, bringing new ideas and sounds while retaining what inherently makes James James – big choruses, danceable tracks, and timely lyrics. While some tracks are on the long side, how can you blame them getting carried away?"

Purple Mountains - margaritas at the mall, 2019

"The world of commerce is a kind of a purgatory itself. The church created the doctrine of purgatory so people could do business. Purgatory really came up with capitalism and allowed people some religious freedom in a certain kind of way because they weren’t completely held back from money-lending or bankers.”

My Sad Captains - good to go, 2009

"Here And Elsewhere is a delight from start to finish. It’s sublime, placid, delicate. They remind me of a somewhat subdued Fanfarlo, they’re more low-key and a little lighter on the dramatic flourishes, though MSC is definitely in the same league when it comes to gorgeous music. It’s an album of sweeping tranquility, and mercy me it’s sensational. If I had to guess, I’d say MSC was listening to a whole lotta Beach Boys, Teenage Fanclub, and early Belle & Sebastian just before they holed up in the studio."

Jome - cinnamon, 2017

“Set to the backdrop of melodic guitar and piano that effortlessly lap across you, soft claps, and ethereal synths, “Cinnamon” slowly builds into a well-crafted, lush, and cinematic soundscape. Accompanying that backdrop is the hero of the track, which is, of course, JOME’s positively spellbinding voice.”

The Radio Dept - this thing was bound to happen, 2016

"The song reflects the Swedish duo's signature dreamy, synth-driven indie pop sound, with introspective lyrics and a melancholic yet danceable vibe. The album, released on October 21, 2016, marked a shift toward more politically charged themes, though this track leans into their classic emotional introspection."

Paul McCartney - freedom live, 2002

"McCartney performed the song on his 2002 Driving USA Tour and it appeared on the live album Back in the U.S. However, he chose not to perform it on subsequent tours, such as his 2005 The ‘US’ Tour, as he felt the song had acquired a militaristic meaning with the Bush administration’s Operation Iraqi Freedom. In an interview, McCartney stated: “And I thought it was a great sentiment, and immediately post-9/11, I thought it was the right sentiment. But it got hijacked. And it got a bit of a militaristic meaning attached itself to it, and you found Mr. Bush using that kind of idea rather a lot in [a way] I felt altered the meaning of the song.”

Pet Shop Boys - integral live at the mermaid theatre, 2006

"With a generally deadpan singer and another guy behind a bank of synthesizers, the Pet Shop Boys just aren't built for live albums, even if the songs are exquisite, there's an orchestra behind them, and some very special guests appear. While the duo can deliver in a live setting, the experience relies heavily on the visual, check the Performance or Somewhere concert videos for proof."

Editors - come share the view, 2005

"The Back Room lunges at you with a dynamic that's fierce, wiry, and slightly fashionable. Alternative rock hasn't seen anything like this since the release of Turn on the Bright Lights."

Secret Machines - everything starts, 2020

"It acts as a tribute to frontman Brandon Curtis’s brother Benjamin because they built the song around the deceased musician’s guitar work. Drummer Josh Garza has said this about it: “When I close my eyes and listen to ‘Everything Starts’ I see three guys in a room playing music. I see Ben, Brandon and me… we’re all playing our instruments, we’re all smiling and it’s probably a bit too loud.” And as sad and troubling as the lyrical subject matter is, Josh’s image is beautiful and satisfying."

The Moody Blues - a simple game single b-side, 1968

"Given the Four Tops’ history at Motown, I must admit I’d always imagined “A Simple Game” was another monster hit fashioned by Motown’s ace writing and production team, Holland-Dozier-Holland, who wrote and produced many of what we would now regard as the classic Motown tracks. How wrong could I be... ?"

REM - country feedback live from wiesbaden germany, 2003

"R.E.M. began their Warner contract in 1988 as the biggest band to emerge from the college-radio-fueled American underground. Fifteen years later, they released In Time: The Best of R.E.M. 1988-2003, the first overview of their long stint at Warner Records. During that decade and a half, R.E.M. had a turbulent journey. At the outset, their legend and influence as one of the key - if not the key - bands of the American underground was firmly in place, but their success kept growing, culminating in a breakthrough to international stardom in 1991 thanks to "Losing My Religion" and Out of Time."

Moby - are you lost in the world like me, 2016

"Co-credited to the Void Pacific Choir - a name derived from a D.H. Lawrence quote - These Systems Are Failing is only slightly more collaborative than Moby's solitary ambient work, and its effect is the opposite of that. Fully energized and tightly concentrated, the producer's first studio album in three years is a concise and infrequently relenting set of nine songs that rail against those who have caused emotional and planetary harm. Moby revisits his punk and post-punk roots with a needling attack."

Jome - concrete, 2017

"Concrete" is a track by the Los Angeles-based indie pop duo JOME (consisting of Jesse Marc and Christoph Andersson). It appears as the eighth song on their debut album Tunnels, released on November 3, 2017. The album blends woodland pop, dream pop, and experimental elements, with themes of introspection, emotional distance, and subtle melancholy."

Pet Shop Boys - indefinite leave to remain live at the mermaid theatre, 2006

"The Pet Shop Boys recorded their first live album at a special one-off concert at the Mermaid Theatre in London on May 8, 2006 to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of their first big hit, "West End Girls." They were supported by the BBC Concert Orchestra and a slew of renowned guest stars—including Trevor Horn, Anne Dudley, Lol Creme, Steve Lipson, Rufus Wainwright, Frances Barber, and Robbie Williams—on both instruments and vocals. (If you don't count their Battleship Potemkin dates, this was their first full-length live show with orchestral accompaniment.) Trevor Horn also served as musical director for the evening. The recording was broadcast on BBC Radio 2 later that same month."

The Radio Dept - teach me to forget, 2016

"The sublime melody and chord progression evokes potent feelings: defiance, resignation, a sense of the inevitable. Even during its extended instrumental coda, heavy with irresistible house-music piano and a synth filigree that could’ve been lifted off a Toto (!) record, the song’s momentum is sustained and deepened—you almost don’t want it to end, but it abruptly does, and the spooky title track carries these feelings further, all the way through the closing, quietly seething “Teach Me To Forget”.

James - better than that, 2018

"EP opener and first single Better Than That is upbeat and fast-paced, an ode to improvement, urging the universe to do its worst with Tim signing “you can do better than that”, kick starting the four tracks into gear. Busted is more mellow and dreamlike, with gentle guitars building in intensity as drums and brass join the fray. Hank with its buzzing guitars and distorted vocals is the most outspoken lyrically, warning of “white fascists in the white house” encouraging listeners to “bend the knee and stand your ground”.

Editors - forest fire, 2005

"The British indie rock band Editors released their debut album The Back Room on July 4, 2005 (via Kitchenware Records in the UK). "Forest Fire" is a track from this album, known for its post-punk revival sound with driving guitars, brooding vocals, and themes of fleeting intensity and emotional turmoil. The song's title evokes the metaphor of a consuming blaze—passionate yet destructive—mirroring the lyrics' exploration of impermanence in relationships."

Purple Mountains - that’s just the way that i feel, 2019

“If I were asked to name a poetry book with a perfect opening, David Berman‘s ‘Actual Air’ would be the first one that comes to mind,” wrote Dupuis. “I’m always thinking about [the] poem ‘Snow.'”

El Vy - sleeping light, 2015

"EL VY (pronounced like a plural of Elvis; rhymes with ‘hell pie’) is the musical collaboration between Matt Berninger, vocalist and lyricist of The National, and Brent Knopf, the Portland musician and producer best known for his work in Menomena and his more recent band, Ramona Falls."

Helado Negro - protector, 2025

"‘Protector’ unfolds over woozy, ominous synths as Lange delivers a cynical reflection on the illusion that those in power act in the public’s best interest. The track builds into a noisy crescendo of classic jungle breaks, slicing through layers of echoing vocals that feel both chaotic and cathartic. Accompanied by an official visualizer, the single finds Lange exploring a darker, more confrontational sound while maintaining his signature warmth and introspection."

The Moody Blues - have you heard part one live at the royal albert hall in nineteen sixty-nine, 1977

"The most impressive thing about Caught Live + 5 is that the Moodies, whose reputation was made on their larger-than-life studio achievements, proved more than up to the task of reproducing these achievements live."

James - interrogation, 2014

"‘Interrogation’ mixes post punk with subtle electronics and you know what? It works pretty well, injecting the song with a memorable dose of urgency and desperation."

Etienne Daho - bleu comme toi live, 2005

"Bleu comme toi (Live 2004)" is an iconic live performance by French singer Étienne Daho, featured on his live album Sortir ce soir - Best of Live, released in 2005. This version captures the energy of a 2004 concert."

Del Amitri - i was here, 1985

"Sounding like a gang of snotty pop antagonists, Del Amitri came out swinging on this quirky and often brilliant debut. Vocalist Justin Currie's lyrics were intelligent and witty, laced with sarcasm and venom. With jaunty rhythms and quirky melodies, calling them the bastard sons of XTC and Elvis Costello would not have been too far off the mark."

The Radio Dept - committed to the cause, 2016

"The Radio Dept. mixes moody, dreamy aesthetics with a straightforward pop sensibility—a successful formula they demonstrated on singles like “Heaven’s on Fire” and “Never Follow Suit.” And it’s a balancing act they attempt to continue on Running Out of Love—a long delayed album that arrives after five years of near silence from the band."

Fleet Foxes - a long way past the past, 2020

"The melody is so satisfying in this song, you could strip it down to the most minimal elements and I think it would be just as impactful. The bridge is stunning, "I inherited this and I'm overcome" feels like a huge release of tension, and I really like how the song resolves with a single vocal stem after the rest of the song is all harmonies."

Deerhunter - duplex planet, 2015

"Two of the strongest tracks get some nice assists: “Duplex Planet” has a striking electric harpsichord cameo by Tim Gane of Stereolab, while “Take Care” sees James Cargill of the brilliant Broadcast taking on synth duties and spinning tape manipulations around a sweeping, deceptively sweet waltz."

REM - the worst joke ever live, 2009

"I finally understood why I kind of enjoy this song. The live version has a Fables of the Reconstruction vibe, it resembles a bit Good Advices. Both songs open similarly."

Etienne Daho - retour à toi live, 2005

"The most iconic live version is from 2004, captured in the Sortir ce soir - Best of Live album (released 2005), recorded during high-energy concerts where Daho’s rock-pop vibe and emotional delivery shine."

Deerhunter - basement scene, 2010

"It's widely seen as an overt nod to the Everly Brothers' 1958 classic "All I Have to Do Is Dream," with its ethereal harmonies and escapist lyrics flipping the original's romantic longing into a meditation on aging, memory, and lost friends."

The Radio Dept - sloboda narodu, 2016

"The title of the song, Sloboda Narodu, is Serbo-Croat for “Death to fascism, freedom to the people!”. This was the slogan of the Yugoslav partisans fighting the fascists during World War II. The phrase was coined by Croatian partisan Stjepan Filipović, who, with a noose around his neck, proclaimed the phrase just before he was hung."

The Durutti Column - in d, 1980

"It's a delicate, looping guitar composition with subtle reverb, evoking a sense of introspection. Interestingly, it's an alternate mix of another track on the album called "Sketch for Winter."

Damien Jurado - we are what we dream, 2025

"The Notes of Seasons" and "We Are What We Dream" were originally written for the "Maraqopa" album (2012), however they were never properly recorded until August 2025. It is with great pleasure to finally introduce these songs into the world as they were originally intended."

Massage - daffy duck, 2025

"Daffy Duck" has a hook like something from The Lightning Seeds, and a vibe like tracks from my favorite New Order album (Brotherhood). It's as light as air, but also a little bit heavy (that bass is excellent). The melody hangs around the ears, then things soar."

Dolores O'Riordan - it's you, 2009

"No Baggage is the second and final solo studio album by Irish musician Dolores O'Riordan. It was released on 21 August 2009 in Ireland, most of the world on 24 August 2009 and on 25 August 2009 in North America. The first single, "The Journey" was released to radio on 13 July in North America and on 10 August in Europe."

Ride - dial up, 2019

"The full album dropped on August 16, 2019, via Wichita Recordings, debuting at No. 11 on the UK charts and earning solid acclaim for its bold evolution (e.g., 7.4/10 from Pitchfork, 3.5/5 from NME). "Dial Up" wasn't a single but became a fan favorite for its uplifting, positive energy — Bandcamp reviewers called it "mesmerising" and "upbeat," perfect for shaking off the blues."

The Cure - friday i'm in love acoustic version, 1993

"The acoustic version of Friday I'm in Love by The Cure is a stripped-down take on their 1992 hit from the Wish album. Released as part of the 1993 compilation Acoustic Hits, it features Robert Smith's signature whimsical vocals over a simpler arrangement, emphasizing jangly guitar chords and a lighter, more intimate vibe compared to the upbeat, pop-driven original. The acoustic version keeps the song's infectious melody and romantic lyrics, but with a raw, unpolished feel that highlights its emotional core."

The Antlers - carnage, 2025

"Absolutely crazy, late-Low vibes in some parts. I'm happy to see Peter is again able to perform louder songs and reach his range again. I really root for The Antlers, I feel like they've got slowly forgotten, I really hope this fresh sound gets people interested and actually considers them outside Hospice."

Ride - end game, 2019

"This Is Not a Safe Place was a critical darling, praised for its lush production and emotional depth."

El Perro Del Mar - i can't talk about it, 2006

El Perro del Mar · I Can't Talk About It

"El Perro del Mar is the second album by Swedish musician Sarah Assbring, a.k.a. El Perro del Mar. It was first released in Sweden on 10 April 2006 by Hybris Records, in Europe by Memphis Industries, in Australasia on 6 November 2006 by Rogue Records, and in the United States on 7 November 2006 by The Control Group. The album is a revised version of her 2005 compilation Look! It's El Perro del Mar!."

The Moody Blues - nights in white satin mono single master, 1967

"John Charles Lodge (20 July 1943 – 10 October 2025) was an English musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as the bass guitarist, co-lead vocalist, and principal songwriter for the longstanding progressive rock band the Moody Blues. Joining the group in 1966, Lodge contributed to many of their most acclaimed albums, including Days of Future Passed, Seventh Sojourn, and Long Distance Voyager, helping shape the band’s signature symphonic rock sound."

Deerhunter - memory boy, 2010

"Deerhunter can be difficult to pin down, never telegraphing their punches. They proudly bear the garage rock stamp, sure, but a song like “Memory Boy”, from 2010’s spectacularly colorful Halcyon Digest, is something else entirely: noise rock converging with baroque pop."

Saint Etienne - star, 1997

"It was written by Sarah Cracknell and Ian Catt, and later covered by Ribbons vs. Armaments in 2023 for the album PRF Tribute 111 / Saint Etienne. Continental itself is a Japan-only release from 1997, featuring a mix of pop and electronic influences typical of Saint Etienne’s indie dance style."

The Cure - in between days acoustic version, 2001

"The UK and international editions of the album feature a similar track listing, with the exception of three songs that only appear on one or the other: the international release features "The Walk", while the UK release excludes it in favour of "The Caterpillar" and "Pictures of You". In an effort to provide something new for the hardcore fans who owned the previously released songs, Smith arranged for the band and former member Boris Williams to re-record acoustic versions of the Greatest Hits. Only the select first pressings of Greatest Hits were bundled with the bonus disc of Acoustic Hits."

Saint Etienne - the way we live now, 2002

"Saint Etienne remain England's best pop group - they only look bad when they're compared to themselves, and this album, for all its shortcomings, has a handful of moments capable of making you think that they are the best pop group to have ever existed."

The Moody Blues - are you sitting comfortably live at the royal albert hall in nineteen sixty-nine, 1977

"a dreamy, folk-inflected song with medieval undertones, featuring mellow vocals and flute accents. The lyrics invite listeners to relax and immerse themselves in a reflective, almost storytelling vibe, fitting the band’s psychedelic-prog aesthetic."

Junip - your life your call, 2013

“Your Life Your Call” sounds like a dance hit with the volume turned down, pushing the rhythm to the forefront while González’s nylon string guitar colors the edges. It’s these kinds of surprising combinations that will make it hard for González to ever leave Junip again."

The Cure - catch live, 1990

"The inspiration for this sweet, “Catch”-y little song just might surprise you. It also helps to clear up something that has always left me scratching my head just a little: how exactly did The Cure end up contributing a brand new song to the 1993 Judge Dredd soundtrack? Well, it turns out that Robert Smith wrote “Catch” after watching a late-night airing of Rocky II back in the mid-’80s."

The Radio Dept - we made the team, 2011

"At the end of 2006, a new track, "We Made the Team", was released as the 100th release on the Labrador. It was also the final track on the Labrador's labels Compilation of 100 tracks released at the beginning of 2007."

Cranberries - i don't need, 1994

“I Don’t Need” is a lesser-known track, often overshadowed by hits like “Zombie” and “Ode to My Family” from the same album. It was released as a B-side to the “Zombie” single, which peaked at #22 in the UK and topped charts in several countries. The song itself is a short, melancholic piece with Dolores O’Riordan’s signature emotive vocals, reflecting themes of independence and emotional resilience."

Pet Shop Boys - what are we going to do about the rich, 2019

"The song 'What are we going to do about the rich?' by Pet Shop Boys criticizes the wealthy elite for their exploitation and lack of accountability, highlighting issues like tax evasion and societal imbalance. It questions the actions of the rich, pointing out their disregard for social responsibility and the negative impact of their power on communities."

REM - i've been high, 2001

"There's an interview somewhere where Michael talks about this song as a reminder in times of distress that there are peaks and valleys throughout our lives to contemplate, he also mentions there might be an element of the 'real me' in the song."

Saint Etienne - avenue radio edit, 1992

"The album version is a 7-minute version with lengthy instrumental sequences; it was edited down to around 4 minutes for radio play, though the commercial single contained the full-length version, with the radio edit only released on promotional material."

Nada Surf - teenage dreams, 2012

"One of the best and catchiest songs on The Stars Are Indifferent To Astronomy comes relatively late on the album in the form of “Teenage Dreams,” where the lyrics are supported by some of the best musicianship on the record."

James - ring the bells live, 2007

"It is frantic acoustic guitar strumming, accompanied by an explosion of sound that will pick you right up out of your seat and get you dancing in a way that you can’t possibly sustain for its five minutes in length. I don’t even know how the band does it. But somehow we find the energy deep within ourselves and lose ourselves to the pure joy that the sounds evoke."

The Goon Sax - a few times too many, 2018

“A Few Times Too Many” itself pops out with a lot of variety and really sharp hooks that cut through the noise. This sense of really ferocious writing really ups the energy of the record and shows how The Goon Sax can stay relevant."

Fleet Foxes - jara, 2020

"a musically complex track that still proudly wears its folky heart on its sleeve. I think the addition of Meara O”Reilly is a stroke of genius and gives the track a modern edge and a wall of sound vibe when everything is clicking on all cylinders."

Editors - lights, 2005

"We still feel like we have things to say and ways of saying things that some people want to hear. It’s important what us five think and if you lose some people that’s fine. If you gain some others, that’s cool too."

Deerhunter - revival, 2010

"completely comfortable in its skin–jangly piano and acoustic instruments, playful percussion, all very clean and poppy and Beatles-esque (especially the electric guitar at the end). Melodic, economic."

Coldplay - everyday life, 2019

"Every day is great and every day is terrible … Everyday Life is our reaction to the perceived negativity that's everywhere. And there is a lot of trouble, but there's also so much positivity and so much great life happening. So in a way, it's just trying to make sense of things, saying what we feel and what we see."

Paul McCartney - hey jude live, 1990

"I started with the idea "Hey Jules," which was Julian, don't make it bad, take a sad song and make it better. Hey, try and deal with this terrible thing. I knew it was not going to be easy for him. I always feel sorry for kids in divorces"

The Moody Blues - the night nights in white satin late lament greatest hits, 1989

"All of the Moody Blues' best songs and biggest hits from the 1980s are collected on Greatest Hits; it's the most mainstream pop-oriented material the band has ever recorded."

The Goon Sax - we can't win, 2018

“We Can’t Win” captures the slow erosion of a relationship due to conflicting desires and eventual despondence. Singer and guitarist Louis Forster stumbles over his words, saying one thing and then subsequently canceling it out with a contradicting sentiment."

Coldplay - arabesque, 2019

"Arabesque" is a song by British rock band Coldplay from their eighth studio album Everyday Life. It was released on 24 October 2019, along with the single "Orphans", and appears on the first side of the album Sunrise. The song features vocals by Belgian singer Stromae, horn sections by Nigerian musician Femi Kuti, and oud contributions from Palestinian group Le Trio Joubran."

Grant McLennan - in your bright ray, 1997

"With a top-notch backing group teasing all the little subtleties that a fan of crafted, gilded, lovely pop could want and McLennan's increasingly wizened, becalmed vocals, the mix of sounds and McLennan's marvelously well-developed material radiates, sparkles, and snaps, crackles, and pops with all his strengths and then some."

Saint Etienne - hobart paving alternative single mix, 2006

"An alternative mix of "Hobart Paving", created for the single but ultimately not used, was eventually released on the Nice Price outtakes collection in 2006."

The Cure - charlotte sometimes live paris, 1993

"There have been a lot of literary influences through the years; 'Charlotte Sometimes' was a very straight lift."

Ride - jump jet, 2019

"Jump jet” is like an explosion. It’s like the end of all things. The machine has failed and technology is crumbling and everything is coming to a disaster movie climax, the hero racing to save his or her family from the evil villain (or whatever menace, you pick). And Ride is performing the soundtrack to this final scene. The bass is driving, the drums are punishing, the synths are washing and pooling like dry ice fog, and of course, the guitars are firing above it all. It’s a song to play loud on your ear phones or speakers in your basement and just close your eyes to lose yourself for five minutes."

Kavinsky - nightcall, 2010

"Vincent Belorgey (born 31 July 1975), known professionally as Kavinsky, is a French musician, producer, DJ, and actor. His production style is reminiscent of the electropop film soundtracks of the 1980s."

Saint Etienne - who do you think you are cover original mix debsey vocal, 2006

"A cover version of a song by 1970's band Candlewick Green. The guest vocalist is Debsey Wykes, former member of Dolly Mixture and later, Birdie. It was originally recorded the previous year as a solo single for Debsey but shelved (this version appears on the album Nice Price) and eventually re-recorded and released as a duet, appearing on a double A-side with Hobart Paving as the lead track (though this cover achieved more radio play), the single reached #23 in the UK single chart."

Paul McCartney - here there and everywhere, 1984

"On the back of the LP cover, a remark alerts the listener: This record is longer than usual but due to the available playing time on a vinyl disc, some editing of the soundtrack has been necessary to retain full volume and dynamic range. Even longer versions exist on cassette and compact disc."

Étienne Daho - le premier jour du reste de ta vie live, 2005

"recorded during the "Tour De l'Eté Sans Fin" May, 6th & 7th 2001 - Bruxelles (Halles de Schaerbeek)."

Saint Etienne - southern train, 2008

"Boxette UK 2008 Foreign Office. FORMAT: 4CD. CAT#: FO 004. Pre-order December 13, 2007. Shipped January 2008. Saint Etienne fan club albums have become the stuff of legend - feted, collected, booted. 15 years ago in January 2008 Saint Etienne offered Lovers Unite members an opportunity to receive them re-packaged and re-mastered as a limited edition box of 3000. Boxette contained I Love To Paint, Built On Sand, Asleep At The Wheels Of Steel, and a fourth disc that collected odd tracks from other fan club cds and binded them together with a few rarities never before released."

Coldplay - fix you live deep cuts, 2018

"The song is a sobering meditation on grief in the face of the death of a loved one; frontman Chris Martin developed the song to comfort his then-wife, actress Gwyneth Paltrow, after her father Bruce Paltrow died. The anthemic track builds around an organ accompanied by piano and acoustic guitar, and develops into a spirited second half with group vocals, drums, and strings. The hopeful message of the song, and its two-part arrangement, was critically acclaimed."

Club 8 - så underbart va livet, 2019

"The very elegant, Så Underbart Va Livet, carries an intriguing title in Swedish, but its lyrics are solely in English, and it finds the band yet again toying with both the wistful and the more blissful aspects of their ingenuity."

Jenny Hval - six red cannas, 2019

"Trying to communicate. Although that sounds like we're just scratching the surface, I do think that is maybe quite central anyway, that trying to communicate. Not necessarily just trying to express something, but trying to communicate that to someone else and maybe drawing other people in."

Barry McGuire - eve of destruction, 1965

"Eve of Destruction" is a protest song written by P. F. Sloan in mid-1965. Several artists have recorded it, but the most popular recording was by Barry McGuire, on which Sloan played guitar. The song references social issues of its period, including the Vietnam War, the draft, the threat of nuclear war, the Civil Rights Movement, turmoil in the Middle East and the American space program. The American media helped to make the song popular by using it as an example of everything that was wrong with the youth culture of the time."

Death Cab For Cutie - near far, 2018

"I must be unable to detach myself from my emotions in relation to Death Cab’s songs, but I love the way this song makes me feel and the memories associated with it. The lyrics are simple and sad, but sweet. You’re here, so far away, so near. Hearing it live back on their tour was amazing too, I can always see Ben in my mind, swaying back and forth as he sings the lyrics."

Coldplay - up and up, 2015

"The song contains a chorus choir, which featured nearly all the artists who have collaborated with the group, including Brian Eno, the children and guests of the four musicians, and Beyoncé. Guitarist and singer Noel Gallagher also contributed a guitar solo, which was omitted in the radio edit."

REM - drive live, 2009

"Live at the Olympia is a live album[1] by American alternative rock band R.E.M. It was recorded during the band's five-night residency at the Olympia Theatre, Dublin, between June 30 and July 5, 2007, and released on October 27, 2009."

Saint Etienne - i've got your music extended version, 2012

"a vibrant, synth-driven pop song celebrating the joy of music and its emotional resonance."

James - sit down live, 2002

"Filmed at the M.E.N Arena in Manchester, this concert was to be the last appearance of James, the iconic Manchester Indie band in their home town. This didn't prove to be the case as the band reformed and continue to this day, but it doesn't alter the fact that this is a stirring gig featuring many of the songs adored by their fans."

Deerhunter - don't cry, 2010

"The opening track, “Earthquake,” opens with a plodding progression of electronic beats that mounts into a soothing line of arpeggiated guitar chords and electronic tones that creates the sensation of a steam locomotive slowly chugging out of the station and fading into the distance with a ribbon of steam and smoke trailing behind it. The second track, “Don’t Cry,” continues the train-journey theme with a pulsating drumbeat that transitions into the next track, “Revival,” the lyrics alluding to the resurrection of Jesus Christ along with the light, plinking banjo in the background. This creates a feeling of floating above the music at the beginning of the song. “I am saved, unscathed,” sings lead vocalist Bradford Cox, “and oh, could you believe it?”

Marillion - childhood's end demo, 1998

"The demo version of "Childhood's End?" offers a raw, pre-production glimpse into the song's evolution. Recorded during the Misplaced Childhood sessions in early 1985 (likely at Hansa Studios in Berlin), it features a more stripped-down arrangement compared to the polished studio cut—sparser instrumentation, rougher vocals, and a tentative structure that highlights the band's creative process. The demo was first made widely available on the 1998 remastered edition of Misplaced Childhood (EMI), as bonus track 16 on CD 2."

Fleet Foxes - can i believe you, 2020

“The wistful ‘Can I Believe You’ was the first song Fleet Foxes frontman Robin Pecknold started to write for Shore. It originated with a riff he came up with during a break from touring their third album, Crack-Up. Pecknold told EW [Entertainment Weekly] that for a while he struggled to get anywhere with the tune and it was actually the hardest track on the record to finish."

Saint Etienne - he's on the phone too young to die singles, 1995

"He's on the Phone" is a song by British pop group Saint Etienne in collaboration with French singer-songwriter Étienne Daho, released in October 1995 by Heavenly and MCA as a single from their third compilation album, Too Young to Die (1995). A fast-paced dance track, it is one of Saint Etienne's biggest hits, reaching number 11 on the UK Singles Chart, number 31 in Iceland, number 41 in Sweden and number 33 on the US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart."

The Cranberries - i'm still remembering, 1996

“It was kind of sad how, you know, sometimes, when people die, you expect there to be a silence. But there wasn’t a silence. You know what RIP means. It means rest in peace. And I suppose it was kind of sad because nobody seemed to want to let it be. Everybody was just like, boom! It was just a big media thing, so it was kind of sad.”

The Moody Blues - the best way to travel additional vocal mix, 2006

"The "Additional Vocal Mix" is a previously unreleased alternate version of the track, featuring enhanced or layered vocals (likely more prominent backing harmonies). It was included as a bonus track on the 2006 remastered CD reissue of In Search of the Lost Chord. This mix adds a richer, more ethereal vocal texture compared to the original album version, making it a favorite among fans for its subtle production tweaks."

Rufus Du Sol - treat you better, 2018

"It felt like a song we wrote to ourselves and to our loved ones during what was a testing time for us all personally. We were originally going to get a gospel choir for the end of this song but thought better of it when we realized we had so many talented friends with amazing voices around us. We invited them to the studio and just spent a full day playing and recording with them. It's so special to share this song with such a talented and kind-hearted group of people."

B J Thomas - raindrops keep fallin on my head, 1969

"The song Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head, written by Hal David and Burt Bacharach, sung by B.J. Thomas and with Carole King on bass, was written for the film. Not everyone, Robert Redford included, thought it as the correct choice. It didn't fit with the film, there was no rain, Redford said it 'seemed like a dumb idea'. It was massive, sold over two million copies and won an Oscar."

El Perro Del Mar - it's all good, 2006

"With a voice that wavers between Jane Birkin's and Neil Young's, Swede Sarah Assbring, or El Perro del Mar as she calls herself, writes of hope and loneliness, sometimes at the same time. Cleary influenced by Burt Bacharach and Phil Spector, El Perro del Mar sings a kind of indie doo wop, bringing together syllabic backing harmonies ("sha-la-la-la," "shooby doo-wop bah," and "be-bop a loo-lah" are some of the phrases she uses throughout the album), poppy melodies, simple vocal lines, acoustic guitars, and twinkling pianos on her self-titled full-length. But despite these brighter, happier elements that envelop her music, Assbring has a kind of despair in her voice that veils even the most cheerful of her songs in sadness. "It's All Good," in which she echoes variations of "it's all good, take a new road and never look back" throughout the entire piece, even in its optimism, conveys the sense that at one point things in fact were not good at all, even though they might be changing, and the breezy warmth of "God Knows (You Gotta Give to Get)" is more of a criticism of herself for "taking a lot without giving back" than advice regarding the benefits of altruism."

Rádio Macau - amanhã é sempre longe demais nova versão, 2001

"Rádio Macau - A Vida Num Só Dia 1984-2001. Label: EMI – 7243 5 35639 2 9. Format: CD, Compilation. Country: Portugal. Released: 2001."

Saint Etienne - i threw it all away, 2012

"The album refers to the “strange magic” of pop. About the special alchemy that transforms even the most mundane of experiences – walking home with the headphones on at night, sitting in a bedroom with your friends in the day, getting ready to go out on the weekend – into a lingering moment of seamless enchantment, one that resonates for the rest of your life."

Elton John - i'm going to be a teenage idol, 1973

"Don't Shoot Me I'm Only the Piano Player is the sixth studio album by British musician Elton John. Released on 26 January 1973 by DJM Records, it was the first of two studio albums he released in 1973 (the second was Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, released nine months later), and was his second straight No. 1 album on the US Billboard 200 and first No. 1 album on the UK Albums Chart."

Coldplay - til kingdom come, 2005

"Til Kingdom Come" is a hidden track on Coldplay's 2005 album X&Y. It appears as an unlisted track after "Twisted Logic" on most editions of the album. Written by Chris Martin, the song was originally intended for Johnny Cash, but his death in 2003 led Coldplay to include it as a tribute. It’s a stripped-down, acoustic ballad with introspective lyrics about love, devotion, and waiting, featuring Martin’s vocals accompanied by minimal instrumentation—mostly guitar and subtle organ tones. The song’s placement as a hidden track gives it a special, almost secretive feel, rewarding attentive listeners."