In this episode I mix classic grooves, soulful anthems, and quirky tunes into a mind-blowing musical smoothie that will tickle your ears and blow your mind!
| Title | Artist | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| I Feel Free | Cream | “I Feel Free” by Cream, is written by Jack Bruce and Pete Brown. It’s known for its a cappella introduction and energetic chorus, marking a shift towards psychedelic rock. |
| Spirit in the Sky | Norman Greenbaum | “Spirit in the Sky” written and performed by Norman Greenbaum, whose from Jewish heritage, has a distinctly Christian theme. It became an iconic 1970s anthem known for its fuzz guitar and uplifting lyrics about the afterlife. |
| Out of time Man | Mano Negra | “Out of Time Man” by French band Mano Negra, is written by frontman Manu Chao, combines Latin rhythms with a narrative about feeling disconnected from the modern world. |
| Out of Time | Chris Farlowe | “Out of Time” written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, was released in 1966 by English rock, blues and soul singer Chris Farlowe (born John Henry Deighton, 13 October 1940). |
| Time Is On My Side | The Rolling Stones | “Time Is On My Side” by The Rolling Stones, was written by Jerry Ragovoy (as Norman Meade). The song’s refrain became an iconic phrase representing the optimism of youth. The song was first recorded by jazz trombonist Kai Winding and his orchestra in 1963, it was covered (with additional lyrics by Jimmy Norman) by both soul singer Irma Thomas and then later the Rolling Stones in 1964. |
| The Days of Pearly Spencer | David McWilliams | “The Days of Pearly Spencer” written and performed by David McWilliams, tells the story of a down-and-out man. |
| Feel the Need in Me | The Detroit Emeralds | “Feel the Need in Me” is the 1973 transatlantic hit single by The Detroit Emeralds, written by Abrim Tilmon, characterized by its smooth vocal harmonies and catchy rhythm, making it a dance floor favourite. |
| Plastic Man | The Temptations | “Plastic Man” by The Temptations, written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong, is a funky song that critiques inauthenticity and materialism. |
| Perfect | The Lightning Seeds | “Perfect” by The Lightning Seeds, written by Ian Broudie, helped define the band’s jangly Britpop sound with its catchy melody |
| To Make My Life Beautiful | Alex Harvey | “To Make My Life Beautiful” written and performed by Alex Harvey, is a poignant ballad about the transformative power of love and beauty. Alex Harvey (Born: March 10, 1947 – Died: April 4, 2020) was an American country singer, songwriter, author, actor, and radio host. |
| Daydream | Wallace Collection | “Daydream” by Belgian Wallace Collection, written and composed by Sylvain Vanholme, Raymond Vincent and David MacKay, is standing out for its lush orchestration and melancholic yet uplifting lyrics. |
| You Were On My Mind | Crispian St. Peters | “You Were On My Mind” by Crispian St. Peters, written by Canadian folk country singer/songwriter Sylvia Tyson (born Sylvia Anne Fricker), was originally recorded by Ian & Sylvia. |
| If You Could Read My Mind | Gordon Lightfoot | “If You Could Read My Mind” written and performed by Gordon Lightfoot was Inspired by Lightfoot’s divorce. |
| Strawberry Fields Forever | The Beatles | “Strawberry Fields Forever” by The Beatles, written and composed by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, was inspired by John Lennon’s childhood memories. It is celebrated for its innovative studio techniques and psychedelic sound. |
| Fields Of Joy | Lenny Kravitz | “Fields Of Joy” by Lenny Kravitz, Michael Kamen, Hal David, featuring a guitar solo by Slash of Guns N’ Roses, is cover of the original by New York Rock and Roll Ensemble. The dreamy lyrics find Kravitz leaving all his troubles behind to wander through the fields with his lover, Cosby Show actress Lisa Bonet, he was married to at the time. |
| Hey You | Pink Floyd | “Hey You” by Pink Floyd, written by Roger Waters for the concept album *The Wall*, explores themes of isolation and the desire for connection. |
| Rattlesnake | Rodolphe Burger | “Rattlesnake” written and performed by French singer-songwriter Rodolphe Burger, is an experimental rock song with enigmatic lyrics, reflecting Burger’s avant-garde style. |
| Hide And Seek | Howard Jones | “Hide And Seek”, written and performed by Howard Jones, addresses themes of spiritual searching and the quest for meaning, characteristic of Jones’ philosophical lyricism. |
| To The End (ft. Laetitia Sadier) | Blur | “To The End” by Blur, featuring French Laetitia Sadier (born in Vincennes near Paris) of Stereolab, written by Damon Albarn, Graham Coxon, Alex James, Dave Rowntree, blends Blur’s Britpop sound with French pop influences, creating a dreamy atmosphere. |
| Four Times More | Elisa Waut | “Four Times More” by Belgian duo Elisa Waut, is written and performed by brother and sister Hans and Elsje Helewaut, The song features introspective lyrics and a mellow, ethereal sound. |
| My Heroics, Part One | Absynthe Minded | “My Heroics, Part One” by Belgian band Absynthe Minded, was written by Bert Ostyn, exploring personal heroism and the complexity of human emotions. Absynthe Minded is a Belgian band formed in 2002 by songwriter Bert Ostyn and violinist Renaud Ghilbert, soon joined by Jan Duthoy (piano, Hammond) and Sergej Van Bouwel (double bass). Drummer Jakob Nachtergaele joined the band in 2003. |
| My Life Is Going On | Cecilia Krull | “My Life Is Going On” by Cecilia Krull, written by Cecilia Krull and Manel Santisteban, was the theme song for the popular Spanish TV series “La Casa de Papel” (Money Heist). Spanish singer Cecilia Krull (born Cecilia Paula Krull López 29 June 1986) was born to a pianist father from France and a singer mother from Spain. |
| My Mind | Jimi Tenor | “My Mind”, written and performed by Finnish musician Jimi Tenor, features a unique blend of jazz, electronic, and soul, showcasing his eclectic style and innovative approach to music. Jimi Tenor (born Lassi O. T. Lehto, 1965 in Lahti, Finland) took his artist name of the first name of his youth idol Jimmy Osmond and the tenor saxophone. Tenor has performed several times with the Belgian avant-garde big band Flat Earth Society. |
Sources
The information sources of the song facts include, but are not limited to, Wikipedia, songfacts.com, discogs.com, secondhandsongs.com, YouTube and artists’ related websites.
