The Best Songs

Surreal, haunting ballad that still manages to be a perfectly-crafted, hook-laden song. An anthem for the apocalypse. James: https://www.wearejames.com

Amazingly infectious riff in this slice of British 1990’s rock mixed with the best bits of late 1960’s psychedelic and Stones influences. The Charlatans: https://www.thecharlatans.net

Jangly Brit-pop with lush acoustic and electric guitars that are distinguishable from the easy-rolling bass, and the perfect 60’s vocal harmonies aren’t lost in a swath of distorted guitar. The Bluetones: https://bluetones.band

Terrific set of lyrics with minimalist arrangement. Sounds energized with something interesting and poignant to say. Eels: https://www.eelstheband.com

A lovely number calling up images of a late night sky hanging far away. A true campfire song for the ages. Wilco: https://wilcoworld.net

The lyrics are witty and engagingly self-deprecating and the song delivers energy. What catchy pop-punk is supposed to sound like. Bowling For Soup: https://bowlingforsoup.com

The lyrics and melody are hauntingly beautiful. Not for the faint of heart. But for the sad or the hopeless romantic of heart? Most definitely. Bright Eyes: https://www.last.fm/music/Bright+Eyes

A mix of piano and thumping, danceable hooks from some catchy synths create a bombastic and enjoyable pop-dance track. Reverend And The Makers: https://www.reverendmakers.com

Infectious upbeat punk-pop anthem that is heartfelt, nostalgic, sweet and catchy with a great melody. The Ataris: https://theataris.bandcamp.com

Great melodic singing reminiscent of Green Day with a perfect solo. Less distortion than most Sum 41 tracks. Sum 41: https://www.sum41.com