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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 12, 2019 22:40:19 GMT -5
Talking Heads member, sure; I just love the artist credit going so overboard lol
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Overall Year-End Position: #109 Chart Peak: #13 Chart Weeks: 8 Total Chart Points: 86 Feel free to share your thoughts on this song below!
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 12, 2019 22:41:35 GMT -5
And lastly, behold: the song Pulse voted as being the second worst Duran Duran single a couple years ago
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 12, 2019 22:44:44 GMT -5
Programming Note: #25-11 will not be presented tomorrow, as neither Albie nor I will be available. Reveals might continue Thursday, but be prepared to follow along earlier than usual. I'll have to start posting at 4PM PT at the latest to be finished before I have to be out of the house.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 12, 2019 22:48:06 GMT -5
The one thing that irks me the most about the Metropolis reveal is the 11-spot drop that a single entry caused pretty late in the process Movements:18 14 17 24 18 19 19 18 15 13 15 12 23 21 21 23 21 20 31 28 28 27 Anyway... hopefully "Under the Milky Way" will do better once we get to it.
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Post by Doc Indie Party Rock on Nov 12, 2019 22:51:57 GMT -5
40. Every Beat of the Heart - The Railway ChildrenIncredible first time listen. Massive melody bringing in the best of the 80's into the 90's. One of those times when you wish the Top 10 had a few more #s avaliable just to put a song like this in there. At this moment I would like to thank those who found the space for it in their top 10. 39. Been Caught Stealing - Jane's Addictionterrible terrible terrible. The best part are the dogs barking. I might have given it top 60 if it was just dogs barking? 38. Proud to Fall - Ian McCullochLike a mentioned both of Ian's songs were sweet 80's left over candy. easy top half ranks for me. 37. Stop! - Jane's Addiction Just like the other Jane Addiction's song the best part was the seductive sounding spoken intro. I really didn't like this kind of Alt music. Especially when MTV felt the need to stick them in between my daily Whitesnake and Winger intake. I did however find Porno For Pyros a much more interesting band. 36. Crystal Clear - The Darling BudsNow this is the Alternative rock vibe I Liked. So much that I could put this first time listen in my top 10. I told you I wasn't aware of most of these songs, but what sounded great was gonna get the V.I.P treatment. Great psychedelic vibe too. 35. Fools Gold - The Stone Roses Incredible ,but this is around the range were most of my bottom 20 will start showing up. Anyway that percussion beat became so numbing I was falling asleep, and the The vocals were barely noticeable. He might as well had whispered his way through the song. 34. Where Do We Go from Heaven - The Mighty Lemon DropsThis was decent. Their were aspects of it I enjoyed like the sort of Dream Academy guitar works. A first time listen that didn't pay off the way I wanted it to. 33. A Girl Like You - The SmithereensI grew into this one, but probably only because PIRATE RADIO played it all the time. By the end of it's chart life I had gone as far as to obtain a cd single. Great melody Great guitars. 32. Suicide Blonde - INXSA fine INXS song which I got the chance to upgrade on this RD more than I might have?. It does have a great chorus tho, and a hell of a song title. 31. The Only One I Know - The CharlatansThis one worked well for those great sounding British vocal tones. A little Brit Pop meshed with 90's Alternative Rock makes for a good sound. 30. Roam - The B-52's Love this one. So uptempo. Nothing but good feeling vibes running through your whole body. Butterflies & Hurricanes #52? What happened there bro? 29. Drifting, Falling - The Ocean BlueThis is a band I have been continually giving high ranks to since I fist discovered them in Alt 94? Can't remember, but damn that 80's vibe is off the chart. This is borderline Sophisti-pop. BTW, Am I out of Top 10's? LOL! 28. Higher Ground - Red Hot Chili PeppersFlea is a fierce bass player. 'nuff said. Wait.. This is a cover? Of who? 27. Metropolis - The ChurchThe good news is that after previewing some of the non -Hair/Glam Metal songs in Active '90 I'm surely going to give this a higher ranking on that RD. I could probably have ranked it higher here too. Tis a great sounding song. 26. November Spawned a Monster - MorrisseyGreat song. easy top 40. Also get ready for this...I didn't know he was gay/bi until I read some comments on youtube. After growing up with Pete Burns and almost of all 80's Hi Energy music it just doesn't really matter. Still I was a bit surprise to learn that.
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Post by wheatsquares33 on Nov 12, 2019 22:56:11 GMT -5
I've enjoyed Falling by Julee Cruise for years, would've also been in my top 5. Does it make me sound dumb though that I legitimately did not know it was the theme song for Twin Peaks until I started watching it like. Last week.
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Post by Butterflies & Hurricanes on Nov 12, 2019 23:20:58 GMT -5
We have finally seen the last of Soul Asylum on the rock charts
don’t be so sure!
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 12, 2019 23:24:41 GMT -5
We have finally seen the last of Soul Asylum on the rock charts
don’t be so sure! I meant to put Billboard there but somehow I just skipped the word
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Post by Butterflies & Hurricanes on Nov 12, 2019 23:54:41 GMT -5
speaking of Soul Asylum, I was watching some random local band perform in a city park in 1996 (or was it ‘97?) when I noticed some guy standing nearby...that hair! I recognize him...but who is he? then it dawned on me, it was Dave Pirner...so my eyes darted around to see if his ex (Winona Ryder) was there too...sure enough, this little itty bitty thing wearing a hoodie, sitting on the ground with her calves tucked under her thighs...hiding in plain-sight with Dave & his posse casually standing close by as to shield her from the crowd’s view
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Post by Deleted on Nov 13, 2019 0:41:57 GMT -5
I've enjoyed Falling by Julee Cruise for years, would've also been in my top 5. Does it make me sound dumb though that I legitimately did not know it was the theme song for Twin Peaks until I started watching it like. Last week. yo I hope you enjoy Twin Peaks! it’s one of my favorite TV shows and Agent Cooper’s an absolute gem of a character and yeah Falling would’ve been my #1 here
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Post by Juanca on Nov 13, 2019 1:01:02 GMT -5
75. Hello, Hello, Hello, Hello... (98): This just didn't do anything for me. A clear bottom 5. 74. Life in Detail (87): Quite a disappointment for Rob. The beginning was promising, but it didn't go anywhere. Escaped my bottom 10 only because of the energetic production and Rob's vocals. 73. Hello I Love You (95): Easily one of my least favorite Cure songs ever. It's like they wanted to be cool and do a modern rock cover of The Doors, but the result was an unnecessary demolition of the original. Not even my love for the Cure helped this out. 72. This and That (59): The more I listened to this, the more I liked it. Nice melody. 71. Hello (85): Far from the awesomeness of Sweet Harmony. The intro piano and dance vibes were promising, but then the song didn't meet my expectations. 70. Don't Let Me Down, Gently (21): This was a great first listen. One of my favorite discoveries in this RD. I really liked the energy here, the drums + silence in the bridge, and the strong, fun rock vibe. 69. It's Too Late (72): I liked the chorus, but the vocals and verses weren't that strong for me. 68. World in Motion (69): I'm a big fan of New Order, but this crossed the line to generic pop -especially with that rapping. There was still some New Order spirit somewhere down there, which made me rank it in the 60s. 67. Way Down Now (51): This had a Sympathy for the Devil vibe to me that I dug, plus the guitars and drums combo worked pretty well. Nice discovery. 66. Standing There (29): I LOVE Siouxsie, but I wasn't aware of this other project. I really liked the quirkiness and especially the Latin flare of this one --and of course her unique vocals. I assumed this was going to be tanked, but I was still hoping it could make the top half :( 65. Sun Comes Up, It's Tuesday Morning (100): Another song that did absolutely nothing for me --except wanting the song to end. Finally my #100 is gone!!! 64. Show Me Your Soul (48): I would've probably not liked this one back in the day, and considered it too messy. I've grown to like this type of eclectic fun(k) song, and the vocals and melodies are a big plus. I liked this much more than their other song in this RD. 63. God Tonight (66): This sounded like a Cetu Javu or Depeche-Mode-wannabe song. The best was the intro and the chorus, but then the song falls a bit flat. Good to see it this high, though. 62. Cradle of Love (20): I LOVE this song. You cannot listen to that intro and remain still. This was like a more slick version of classic high energy rock songs of the 80s, and Billy sold this perfectly. This should've made the top half at least \ 61. Time and Space (33): After my first listen I put it in my bottom quarter, but then I caught the nostalgic 80s vibe and I got hooked, especially with that strong chorus. 60. Pineapple Face (97): Ummm. What the F was this? LOL. I'm usually a supporter of electronic stuff, but I felt this was a random selection of the most generic electronic sounds from New Order, Depeche Mode, Kon Kan, with no melodic line to connect them. Clear bottom 5 for me. 59. Put the Message in the Box (51): Nice 70s melodies, vocals, harmonies. 58. Razor Blades of Love (86): This had a promising start but then quickly went to boredomland 57. One Love (79): Almost same as above. This had a bit more interesting chorus, but still the promising intro didn't go pretty much anywhere. 56. Secrets (47): Nice little energetic catchy fun rock/pop song. 55. The Emperor's New Clothes (28): Good memories of this song that became quite popular in rock stations back home. I really dig the vocals and music of this one. 54. Merry Go Round (91): This didn't do much for me. A bit too boring. 53. Never Do That (35): Out of the songs in this RD, this was one of the most popular back home that year, as it was a hit in both rock and pop radio stations. It was a good comeback that brought the great melodies, nostalgic vibes, vocals, and guitar-drum combo typical of Pretenders. It was great to hear it again after many years, and confirm that I still like it quite a bit. 52. Faith and Healing (68): I wanted to like this more, but it ended up sounding too much like a cover of a New Order song. 51. Downtown (49): This was a good discovery. I really liked the personality of this song. Unique dark and moody vibe, with great background vocals and good old-school production.
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Post by Butterflies & Hurricanes on Nov 13, 2019 7:25:18 GMT -5
I've enjoyed Falling by Julee Cruise for years, would've also been in my top 5. Does it make me sound dumb though that I legitimately did not know it was the theme song for Twin Peaks until I started watching it like. Last week. yo I hope you enjoy Twin Peaks! it’s one of my favorite TV shows and Agent Cooper’s an absolute gem of a character and yeah Falling would’ve been my #1 here one of my favorite shows...Episode 8 of season 3 is EVERYTHING!!! & the soundtracks (original & season 3 from last year) are so good
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Post by rowellfarm490 on Nov 13, 2019 9:50:37 GMT -5
This is a really solid top 25. There are lots of songs that I'm pleasantly surprised have made it this far. At this point, I don't think there's a single song left that I'd be upset with making the top 10. I'm excited to see what songs ultimately do make it there. {STATROPOLIS}
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Post by Deleted on Nov 13, 2019 13:14:10 GMT -5
Ugh, at the bottom, where it seems I belong.
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Post by Juanca on Nov 14, 2019 0:53:07 GMT -5
50. Never Enough (62): Much better than HILY, but still FAR from their best songs. Just a bit too messy and non-melodic for me. I was so glad to see their going back to good music with their next album. 49. All I Want (56): Great memories! A friend from secondary school shared his imported Lightning Seeds cassette for a few days, and this was my second favorite song. I didn't know it was an actual single, but it made my personal chart reaching #3. I still like it, but it's not in my top 5 LS songs... Very nice melody and production :) 48. King of the Mountain (60): Good energy here! Nice discovery. The chorus reminded me a bit of U2's I Will Follow, but the verses weren't as strong. Correct MO song to leave first. 47. The Crying Scene (32): I caught myself singing to this song many times earlier today :) Earworm! Very nice discovery, with a classic 80s sound. 46. Book of Dreams (92): I remember having a soft spot for this one back in 1990, even though it didn't make my personal chart. I always remember the main melody of 'in myyy book of dreams' so I was hoping I could rank this higher... but then I realized that's the only part that really gets my attention. The other parts just come and go and fall very flat and boring to me. Putting it in my bottom 10 was maybe a bit harsh, as I like several other Suzanne songs, but this may be one of the songs that have aged pretty badly to me. 45. Type (73): Although not a big fan of LC, this one actually sounded decent enough to me. 44. Ouija Board, Ouija Board (17): By 1990 I had only heard a couple of Smith songs: Big Mouth Strikes Again and Ask Me. I really liked both songs. Then I heard This Charming Man and We Hated... in 1992, which made me interested in M. But when You're the one for me, Fatty came he lost me lol. In the late 90s I was buying several second-hand CDs and I found Bona Drag and got it out of curiosity. I LOVED IT and became a Morrissey fan. That CD would become a soundtrack to several pivotal moments in my youth. Ouija Board is one of those songs that captivated me. The vibe, lyrics, vocals got me. Glad to see this one reaching the top 50. 43. No Myth (9): I loved this song back in 1990, and I still love it now. It made the runner-up spot in my personal chart. I really dig the instruments use and the melody throughout the song. His vocals are good too. I couldn't care less for the outro, but I faded it out in my mixtape Sad to see it leave below the top 40. 42. Blues from a Gun (37): Another good discovery from this band -I've heard a couple of other pretty good songs from other 90s RDs. I'm rapidly increasing my number of songs by this band in my iphone. 41. I Don't Know Why But I Love You (27): A GREAT first listen. This is the type of dark, moody, energetic song that I dig. 40. Every Beat of the Heart (26): Another GREAT first listen, with good 80s influence. 39. Been Caught Stealing (46): I remember this one from the 90s. Fun, cool, different. Still sounds fresh and unique. 38. Proud To Fall (6): My FAVORITE discovery this RD. I sincerely LOVE this one. This has all the bones of solid Echo stuff with great melody, production, vocals, moody nostalgic vocals, with great instrumentation. I didn't think I was gonna have a first-listen in my top 10, but this one was a great surprise. (Already downloaded the original and extended versions :) ) 37. Stop! (34): I remember not liking this in the 90s, as I thought it was too messy. I initially had it in my 60s, but the more I heard it and gave it a chance, the more I liked it. It ended up winning me over :) 36. Crystal Clear (50): Nice little pop song here.
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Post by Doc Indie Party Rock on Nov 14, 2019 1:08:33 GMT -5
Grace Period. Time for some extras: Dig for Fire - PixiesNow I understand Bangwave's joke. This is the last song I would search for fire for. It might have cleared my bottom 30 because it didn't have a Nirvana vibe. Spinnin' - Soul AsylumFirst time listen, but even then I would have upgraded their music really high. Kiss It Better - Deborah HarryI don't know what this had to do with Rihanna, but it does have something to do with Thompson Twins who wrote the song for her. That is why it sounds so 80's. easy top 10 for me. Strawberry Fields Forever - Candy FlipWhat a complete mauling of the Beatles Classic. I would have sued the candy apple ass sound out of this band, and would have had a sure #100. I hope everyone agrees? Falling - Julee CruiseThere are good vocal tones in that song, but that song brings new meaning to -1 BPM. Snails would have copulated before this song came to an end. Flying Under Radar - Jerry Harrison: Casual GodsI'll take this 80's left over goodie and run with it. Violence of Summer - Duran DuranI just didn't care for Duran Duran sounding like Wham.
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 14, 2019 18:59:18 GMT -5
#25 is the 10th highest SD. It may only have 3 top 10s--one a top 5--but a resounding number of posters had to put this in their top 25s to drive it to this point (14 overall). In fact, every top 50 is a top 30. But there are 5 quite low rankings. 2 are bottom 10s, and another is bottom 20. This song never left the top 40, and showed top 10 promise at one point.
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 14, 2019 19:02:56 GMT -5
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Post by Red on Nov 14, 2019 19:05:29 GMT -5
I don't think it would have been too out of the question for me to rank this top ten in 1991.
I ranked 16 songs higher here.
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 14, 2019 19:06:37 GMT -5
#24 has 2 top 10s, both top 5s. 7 top 20s will also be lost. 5 bottom 50s; no bottom 10s, but two players came kind of close. It only left the top 25 once, spent a lot of time in the top 20, and even some in the top 10.
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 14, 2019 19:10:50 GMT -5
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Post by Red on Nov 14, 2019 19:13:58 GMT -5
And the purge has well and truly begun.
This particular Midnight Oil song is one I've been expecting to see for 10+ reveals now, because it's not particularly friendly in the same way that even "King of the Mountain" is. It has certainly aged the worst of the three singles here, at least in sound. It still sounds decent, but what really makes this song so special is its message and how passionate the band are about the message.
(Surprise, Midnight Oil are passionate about something.)
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Post by somelikeitwhen on Nov 14, 2019 19:15:56 GMT -5
Oh hey, my favorite of the Midnight Oil songs is the highest ranking. Cool.
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 14, 2019 19:16:07 GMT -5
#23 is the 18th lowest SD. It has 5 bottom 50s, but none are bottom 30. It also only has 5 total top 20s (3 are top 10, but most of those are top 5). This song started out in the 40s and had to slowly grow into spending the back half of the rankdown mostly in the top 20.
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 14, 2019 19:20:13 GMT -5
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 14, 2019 19:23:47 GMT -5
#22 is the 9th highest SD. We finally axe another #1, along with a top 5, 3 more top 10s, and 7 more top 20s. 7 people, for whatever reason, wanted this song to meet a swifter demise, attacking it with a bottom 10 and 2 bottom 20s. This song was able to reach the top 10 for a moment near the middle part of movements.
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Post by Red on Nov 14, 2019 19:24:01 GMT -5
And the purge has well and truly begun. Okay, now we're in prime Where Red's Rankings Go to Die™ territory. Not that I would have expected Midnight Oil to have two songs in the top 25. This song has resonated more and more with me over time, and I would say that this is comfortably in my top five Oil songs now.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 14, 2019 19:27:36 GMT -5
pringles anderson is #9
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Post by singingrulebritannia on Nov 14, 2019 19:27:42 GMT -5
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Post by Red on Nov 14, 2019 19:30:39 GMT -5
I loved this, and I hated that I couldn't rank it higher. This song was almost put in this rankdown specifically for me to love it.
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