Is there a place for the b-side in 2012? With sales of only about 30,000 needed for a #1 single, it’s hard to make an argument for putting a tonne of effort into a song that’ll be rarely heard and downloaded from iTunes even less. Still, there are some musicians around who still do things properly. … Continue reading
Much like Christmas, the top ten is now upon us. Similar to Christmas in many ways, it’s glittering and full of wonder yet can’t help leaving people disappointed when it’s over. In case you’re wondering, I didn’t plan it to be this rap heavy but whatever, here it is! 10. Okkervil River – Hanging From a Hit What this … Continue reading
The second post in my songs of the year series sees us head towards the top ten with reckless abandon. Also featured here – me losing any shred of credibility I had left and in truth, not caring that much. 15. Meek Mill – Ima Boss (Ft. Rick Ross) Got so many shades they thought … Continue reading
That time of year again then. You know when I write like a madman to get a top 20 list on to my blog before Christmas. Last year I was of course posting on my old blogspot effort which compared to this iteration looks amateurish and haphazardly thrown together. If I had to compare the … Continue reading
