Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Scorpion - wind of change

SCORPION 
WIND OF CHANGE 

The intro of the song, a clean guitar by Mathais Jabs and whistle by Rudolf Schenker is so soothing. ‘wind of change’ is the best hit single by the German band Scorpion.  This track was released in 1991 at the time of cold war in Germany. The lyrics depicts the condition of those time. I personally think,this track is the best track of Scorpion. ‘Coast to coast’, Fly To Rainbow are other hits by Scorpion.

Friday, May 20, 2016

Creedence Clearwater Revival -Someday Never Comes

CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL
-SOMEDAY NEVER COMES 


“Someday Never Comes” is roots rock or classic rock track by CCR. Creedence Clearwater Revival is a 60’s American band with roots rock and blues rock music style. Down on the Corner, Bad Moon Rising and Have You Ever Seen the Rain are other hit track by CCR.

Birdy -skinny love

BIRDY
SKINNY LOVE 


'Jasmine Lucilla Elizabeth Jennifer van den Bogaerde' is an English singer known as Birdy sang the cover version of this track. Skinny love is originally released by Bon Iver. Birdy’s version is all melodious in piano with her soothing voice. The original track is fusion of indie and folk music style.

Joan Jett & the Blackhearts -I love rock ‘n’ roll


JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS
-I LOVE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL 

JOAN JETT
The ’Arrows’ originally released this song in 1975 which was later made famous by Joan Jett & the Blackhearts in 80’s. Both artist released the song Hard Rock version. The guitar and catchy lyrics will make you sing along the song, if you love rock and roll.

P.P. Arnold -The First Cut is the Deepest

P.P. ARNOLD 
-THE FIRST CUT IS THE DEEPEST


P.P. Arnold is the stage name of Patricia Ann Arnold. This track was originally written by Cat Stevens and was released by P.P. Arnold in 1967. The song has many version, covered by many artist after the songs release. P.P Arnold’s unique accent makes this track a unique among other cover version. You might also want to listen to Sheryl crow’s version (2003).

Thursday, May 19, 2016

BOB DYLAN -MR. TAMBOURINE MAN


Songwriter and singer Bob Dylan recorded this song in 1965. This track influenced the initiation of folk rock genre. This song has been recorded by many other artist, among which The Byrds took it to the top in BillBoard hot chart. This song sounds bright and expansively melodious. I would call this a folk song with the touch of rock.

Wednesday, May 18, 2016

GROUPLOVE –TOUNG TIED

GROUPLOVE –TOUNG TIED 

Ever noticed how brilliant apple commercials are because of the cleverly chosen tunes that are embedded in them? Remember the tambourine shakes and the distorted licks from ‘are you gonna be my girl’ by jet used in the ipod commercial? Remember the soothing song ‘1234’ by feist utilized in the iPod Nano ad? In 2011 apple introduced this catchy tune to their iPod touch advertisement campaign. My verdict: an excellent choice to a consistently rewarding campaign! Have fun discovering GROUPLOVE.

SANTANA -BLACK MAGIC WOMEN


SANTANA
-BLACK MAGIC WOMEN

Originally released by Fleetwood Mac and written by Peter Green, Black Magic Woman is blue rock theme track. This track has been covered by many artist. The medley of this track by Santana was recorded in 1970 and sounds Latin rock and psychedelic rock genre. This song became one of Santan’s staples and one of their biggest hit. The medley varies in altered chord pattern from the original record.

JACKSON BROWNE -THESE DAYS

JACKSON BROWNE
-THESE DAYS 

These Days is written by Jackson Browne, an American singer and song writer in his sixteen. First recorded by Nico, this track is principally also recorded by Gregg Allman and the songwriter, Jackson Browne himself. These 3 recording is different musical styles. The uniquely sad voice of Jackson Browne sings about loss and regret in this track.

DEEP PURPLE -SOLDIER OF FORTUNE

DEEP PURPLE
-SOLDIER OF FORTUNE

Soldier of Fortune is is a blues rock or folk rock released in Strombringer album. This Blue rock ballad song has many cover version release by Opeth, Black Majesty and Iris. Apart from their hard rock, heavy metal genre this song is of blues rock genre. The cover by Opeth is faithful cover and the soulful vocal makes the song immensely great. 

PARAMORE -THE ONLY EXCEPTION

PARAMORE
-THE ONLY EXCEPTION


The genre of Paramore varies from alternative rock to pop rock to EMO pop. The Only Exception is a soft rock single release from their 3rd album. For the band that play alternative rock and pop song this song is of different theme and goes to different direction than their main genre. The band is best known for song like Ain’t it fun, Misery Business, Decode among many other.

TOOL -SOBER

TOOL -SOBER


An American rock band, tool emerged with a heavy metal sound. The band release their songs genre of  alternative metal, art metal , progressive metal and rock. Genre of ‘sober ’ is alternative metal. ‘sober’ is infused of heavy metal with alternative rock. You can hear heavy metal characterized by heavy guitar riff and melodic vocals. You might as well enjoy ‘burn about out’ form Tool, both song share some lyrics and some basic melody which might be considerably faster.

AEROSMITH -I DON’T WANT TO MISS A THING

AEROSMITH
-I DON’T WANT TO MISS A THING


Written by Diane Warren this song is a power ballad performed by hard rock band, Aerosmith. Along with songs –‘What Kind of Love Are You On’ and ’Sweet emotion’ this song was performed by the band for the film ‘Armageddon’. This song was biggest billboard hit and helped open up Aerosmith to new generation. Like a hard rock song you can hear aggressive vocals, distorted electric guitar and keyboard and piano.

THE JEZABELS –TRY COLOUR

THE JEZABELS
–TRY COLOUR 


The consistent snare tempts and pulls one along the song to be greeted by the much welcomed synth, flooding the melody and adding extra layers to it creating a rich landscape. The keep it interesting by marking chord changes with refreshing bite-sized drum fills complemented by profound lyrics and mesmerizing wails of Hayley Mary. A familiar face in the Sydney indie scene, this 4 piece group released their debut album, prisoner in 2011. They one toured around Australia with the Canadian outfit Tegan and Sara in 2010. Have a listen.

METALLICA - ONE

METALLICA
- ONE

‘one’ is  the  popular piece of heavy metal band Metallica form their fourth album And justice for all .It has remained a live staple since the release of the album, making this the most played song from the album. ‘One’ depict an anti-war scenario. The starting sound effects with a battle theme, an artillery barrage and helicopter provide true righteousness to the song.

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

JAGWAR MA -COME AND SAVE ME

JAGWAR MA
-COME AND SAVE ME


It encapsulate everything a hit pop song would comprise of with a retro twist to it. Starts off reminiscent of the melodramatic mid-sixties hum and slowly develops into a full blown psychedelic experience with addictive bass runs, addictive lyrical hooks and synth pop. 

CRYSTAL FIGHTERS -HOME




CRYSTAL FIGHTERS
-HOME

Crystal fighters represents an infusion of British indie with traditional basque influences. propelled to fame by the song 'I Love London', they are known for their energetic and notorious live shows. They incorporate traditional Basque instruments such as the Txalaparta which is utilized on this nostalgic track although it is deceptively hidden behind the soft notes of the plucked nylon strings. A peek of a live version on YouTube will satisfy your curiosity and also help clarify 'notoruious'.

NOAH AND THE WHALE- WAITING FOR MAY CHANCE TO COME

NOAH AND THE WHALE-WAITING FOR MAY CHANCE TO COME 


 Their music is an electric combination of pop, indie, folk and country as is their lyrics. taken off their third album, Last Night on Earth, this track is all about inspired optimism and high hopes pinned on serendipity. although not as popular as their best track L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N., this track keeps reminding me of hope and i am grateful for that.