Ten more great songs we've personally picked for you!
Pink Noise Party –
Queer
A mid-tempo number whose opening and choral lyrics will
perhaps spark a little controversy, outside of this it’s a disco-influenced
funky little number complete with vocal tricks, piano riffs and other
refreshing elements. A cool little number. (7/10)
Reggie N Bollie -
This is the Life
Talent shows singers Reggie N Bollie return with this
summer-friendly number which fits in neatly with the tropes of Caribbean music.
It perhaps doesn’t plough its own unique furrow but it’s fun and enjoyable
enough while it lasts. (6.5/10)
Saint Motel – Move
Another one of my favourite songs around at the moment,
this catchy and dance-focussed number boasts memorable lyrics, a solid
production style and a building verse that leads to an enthusiastic chorus. A
brilliant, poppy, radio-friendly number. (8/10)
Shakatak - Carry
On
Sounding like a mixture of Simply Red and the Bee Gees
‘Carry On’ is a retro-sounding funky number with a calming, chilled-out vibe
and a very welcome keytar breakdown. Fun. (7/10)
SQRD – Together
‘Together’ is a chilled out number with a catchy,
electronic riff and simple, but complimentary, lyrics. (6.5/10)
Steps - Scared Of
The Dark
Another band returns after a while away, and though it’s
pretty much the Claire show this is a catchy, classic-sounding Steps song
complete with electronic drums, synthesized strings and soaring bridges.
Fitting perfectly into their established discography, this is pop-dance at its
cheesy finest. (7.5/10)
Tayfun – Figo
A musical backing that sounds like a cross between a
Christmas carol and something by Enigma, is what makes this song. The rap laid
over the top is good too but familiar, but it’s when it’s matched with the
audio that it comes alive, especially in the multi-layered chorus. Full marks
to the producer for bringing the best out of the song. (7.5/10)
The Allergies feat.
Andy Cooper - Love That I'm In
‘Love That I'm In’ is another funky little number from
the Allergies, the mixture of vocals and rap, disco backing and electronic
riffs all working together to create a bouncy, joyful atmosphere that will put
a smile on your face. (7/10)
Train - Play That
Song
Building its riff from the famous piano piece from movie
“Big”, this is cheesy, poppy and commercial but that’s not always a bad thing
when it’s wrapped up in a song as fun and friendly as this. Cool. (7.5/10)
Tuxedo - 2nd Time
Around
With echoes of Chic this is a seventies-sounding funky
number with a positive vibe, catchy riffs and a sunny optimism, and a very
singable chorus. A great throwback sounding number. (7.5/10)
