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Pub Rock Guitarist Wilko Johnson Was an Inspiration to a Generation of “Twitchy Dorks”
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Pub Rock Guitarist Wilko Johnson Was an Inspiration to a Generation of “Twitchy Dorks”

By / 14 February 2023

Guitarist Wilko Johnson of pub rock band Dr. Feelgood created a polyrhythmic down-and-up chop on open chords that inspired Paul Weller (the Jam), Hugh Cornwell (the Stranglers), and Jon King (Gang of Four) – and many more.

The Safes – ‘Tasty Waves’ (album stream) (premiere)
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The Safes – ‘Tasty Waves’ (album stream) (premiere)

By / 7 September 2017
Tasty Waves reveals the most infectious corners of The Safes' muscular pop.
Nick Lowe: Reissues, 1982-1990
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Nick Lowe: Reissues, 1982-1990

By / 24 July 2017
Six vital releases from one of the most underappreciated titans of power pop are finally back in print.
The Creator and Creation in Elvis Costello’s ‘Unfaithful Music & Disappearing Ink’
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The Creator and Creation in Elvis Costello’s ‘Unfaithful Music & Disappearing Ink’

By / 24 December 2015
Costello on Costello is a joy for those already in the cult and another arrow in the quiver for those who think he should just shut up already.
The Story of the Jam, a Band That Had the Sense to Break up on Time
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The Story of the Jam, a Band That Had the Sense to Break up on Time

By / 7 December 2015
It's a great time to be a fan of The Jam and this 2015 documentary is but one reason why. Now issued with a full live concert from 1980, you can't lose.
Counterbalance: Graham Parker – Squeezing Out Sparks
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Counterbalance: Graham Parker – Squeezing Out Sparks

By / 5 June 2015
Passion is no ordinary word—ain't manufactured or just another sound that you hear at night. Passion is also all over the 746th most acclaimed album of all time. A 1979 masterpiece is this week's Counterbalance.
Cosmic Psychos: Down on the Farm / Cosmic Psychos & Go the Hack!
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Cosmic Psychos: Down on the Farm / Cosmic Psychos & Go the Hack!

By / 22 January 2014
Recently re-released by Goner Records, Down on the Farm/Cosmic Psychos documents the early "efforts" of off-putting Australian punks, while Go the Hack! captures the lads becoming rock stars.
Julien Temple Celebrates Dr. Feelgood with His Music Documentary ‘Oil City Confidential’
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Julien Temple Celebrates Dr. Feelgood with His Music Documentary ‘Oil City Confidential’

By / 15 November 2013

Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most beloved acts of the British pub rock movement. Julien Temple’s music documentary about the band, Oil City Confidential, won’t disappoint.

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The Enemy: Streets in the Sky

By / 26 June 2012
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The Barlights: You Cannot Choose the Roads that Take You Home

By / 18 November 2010
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The Fabulous Poodles: Mirror Stars / Think Pink

By / 4 January 2010