Direct link to Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1YB0dsNnd8ShWDSzCJEvPs

A slightly different option, instead of being based on particular years and decades this covers the whole of the data, but only picking songs that are broadly classified as rock, alternative or indie. Note that this is more experimental, at the moment, than the other playlists as genres are a bit harder to accurately get from the underlying data.

The Playlist

The playlist we're looking at today is a real treasure trove of musical goodness, featuring a vast array of genres and decades. As we scroll through the list, we're transported back to the 1950s with classics like Kiss by Dean Martin and Diana by Paul Anka.

The 1960s are well-represented with iconic tracks like She Loves You by The Beatles, Chain Gang by Sam Cooke, and Memphis Tennessee by Dave Berry. These songs evoke a bygone era, with their infectious melodies and timeless lyrics.

As we move into the 1970s and 1980s, the playlist gets even more eclectic, with hits like Kung Fu Fighting by Carl Douglas, America by Simon & Garfunkel, and Take on Me by a-ha. These songs showcase the musical diversity of the era, from disco to rock to new wave.

The 1990s and 2000s bring us anthems like Pump up the Volume by M/A/R/R/S, Creep by Radiohead, and Closer by The Chainsmokers, featuring Halsey. These tracks represent some of the biggest hits of their respective decades, with their catchy hooks and memorable lyrics.

One of the joys of this playlist is its ability to evoke memories and emotions. Who can forget the soaring vocals of I Believe in a Thing Called Love by The Darkness or the haunting beauty of Make You Feel My Love by Adele? These songs have become ingrained in our popular culture, and their enduring popularity is a testament to their timeless appeal.

As we continue to explore this playlist, we find ourselves jumping between genres and eras, from Sex on Fire by Kings of Leon to Going Under by Evanescence, and from Desire by U2 to Rock This Party by Bob Sinclar. It's a musical journey that's full of surprises, but always entertaining.

Whether you're a fan of classic rock, pop, or electronic music, this playlist has something for everyone. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride as we explore this incredible collection of songs.

Playlist for 28th September

Track	Year	Catalogue No.
Something For The Pain - Bon Jovi	1995	JOVCD18
Something About The Way You Look Tonight - Edit Version - Elton John	1997
How to Save a Life - The Fray	2012	88697072312
My Friend Stan - Slade	1973	2058407
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road - Elton John	1973	DJS285
I Believe in a Thing Called Love - The Darkness	2003
Ebeneezer Goode - Shamen Dub - The Shamen	1992	68TP7
Photograph - Nickelback	2005	NLA320581258
Marblehead Johnson - The Bluetones	1996	BLUE006CD
You're Not Alone - The Enemy	2007	MIUCT4528
Loungin - LL COOL J, Terri & Monica	1996	3145750631
Show Me Heaven - Maria McKee	1990	6563037
Come Back and Stay - Paul Young	1983	A3636
Something In The Heavens - Lewis Capaldi	2025	DEUM72504277
He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother - The Hollies	1988	EM74
Cars - Gary Numan	1979	BEG23
Sex on Fire - Kings of Leon	2008	USRC10800300
Sugar Is Sweeter - CJ Bolland	1996	LIARX35
Ebeneezer Goode - Shamen Dub - The Shamen	1992	78TP7
The Drugs Don't Work - The Verve	1997	MIUCT8669
Black Friday - Tom Odell	2023	USA2P2342595
The Wire - HAIM	2013	GBUM71304660
Every Loser Wins - Nick Berry	1986	RESL204
All Out of Love - Air Supply	1980	ARIST362
Iris - The Goo Goo Dolls	2011
What You're Proposing - Status Quo	1980	QUO3
Illegal Attacks - Ian Brown, Sinéad O'Connor	2007	1724668
Jenny Don't Be Hasty - Paolo Nutini	2006	ATUK043CDX
Use Somebody - Kings of Leon	2008	MIUCT6041
Someday - The Strokes	2002	RTRADESCD063
Do You Want To - Franz Ferdinand	2005	RUG211CDX
My Iron Lung - Radiohead	1994	CDRS6394
The Circle - Ocean Colour Scene	1996	MCSXD40077
We Are Young (feat. Janelle Monáe) - fun.	2012	USAT21101399
Madness - Muse	2012
Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now) - Nari & Milani Extended Remix - Bob Sinclar, Cutee B., Nari & Milani, DollarMan, Big Ali, Makedah	2006	DFTD142
Message In A Bottle - The Police	1979	AMS7474
In the Midnight Hour - Wilson Pickett	1965	AT4036
(Everything I Do) I Do It For You - Bryan Adams	1991	AM789
Make You Feel My Love - Adele	2010	MIUCT2944
Boom! Shake the Room - DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince	1993	USJI19300024
Mis-Shapes - Pulp	1995	CID620
I Believe - Bon Jovi	1993	JOVCD12
Breakout - Foo Fighters	2000	74321790102
Mama - Genesis	1983	MAMA1
All About Us - t.A.T.u.	2005	9885763
Re-offender - Travis	2003	ISOM78MS
What Do I Do Now - Sleeper	1995	SLEEP009CD2
Memphis Tennessee (Rerecorded) - Dave Berry	1963	F11734
Stand By Me - Oasis	1997	CRESCD278
Zombie - Jamie T	2014	GBUM71402974
She Loves You - Mono / Remastered - The Beatles	1963	R5055
Perfect 10 - The Beautiful South	1998	5664832
Delivery - Babyshambles	2007	MIUCT3282
Alright - Cast	1995	5799272
Creep - Radiohead	1993
Desire - U2	1988	IS400
Missing You - John Waite	1984	EA182
Elected - Alice Cooper	1972	K16214
Dreaming - Blondie	1979	CHS2350
Step On My Old Size Nines - Stereophonics	2001	VVR5016253
Forget Me - Lewis Capaldi	2022	DEUM72204717
Going Under - Evanescence	2003	USWU30200108
Alcoholic - Starsailor	2001	CDCHSS5130
Think For A Minute - The Housemartins	1986	GOD13
Minority - Green Day	2000	W532CD
Diana - Paul Anka	1957	DB3980
Little By Little - Oasis	2002	RKIDSCD26
Under The Thumb - Amy Studt	2003	9811793
From the Bench at Belvidere - The Boo Radleys	1995	CRESCD214
America - Simon & Garfunkel	1972	8336
Enemies / Friends - Hope Of The States	2003	6742572
Chain Gang - Sam Cooke	1960	1202
Hitchin' a Ride - Green Day	1997	W0424CD
The Sensual World - Kate Bush	1989
America - Razorlight	2006	1705368
Pump up the Volume - M/A/R/R/S	1987	AD70
Jump Around - House Of Pain	1992	XLS32
I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That) - Meat Loaf	1993	VSCDT1443
Sorry (I Didn't Know) - Anonymous Dubs Remix - Monsta Boy, Denzie, Anonymous Dubs	2000	LOX125C
Kung Fu Fighting - Carl Douglas	1974	7N45377
Take on Me - a-ha	1985	USWB19901214
Apache - The Shadows	1960	DB4484
I'd Really Love to See You Tonight - England Dan & John Ford Coley	1976	K10810
Closer - The Chainsmokers, Halsey	2016	USQX91601347
Somewhere Somehow - Wet Wet Wet	1995	JWLCD26
1973 - James Blunt	2007	MIUCT5515
Strange and Beautiful (I'll Put a Spell on You) - Aqualung	2002	BUN032CDS
Enola Gay - Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark	1980	DIN22
Eiffel 65 - Blue (Da Ba Dee) (Samuele Sartini & Cire Remix) - Eiffel 65, Samuele Sartini, CIRE	1999	WEA226CD1
This Corrosion - Sisters of Mercy	1987	MR39
Bruises - Lewis Capaldi	2019
Kids - MGMT	2008	MIUCT6602
The Shock Of The Lightning - Oasis	2008	MIUCT7135
Nine Million Bicycles - Katie Melua	2005	DRAMCDS0012
You Don't Care About Us - Placebo	1998	FLOORCD7
Kiss - Dean Martin	1953	CL13893
Virtual Insanity - Remastered 2006 - Jamiroquai	1996
Ride on Time - Black Box	1989	PB43055
Heavy Is the Crown - Linkin Park	2024	USWB12403466

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