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Julian Bentley
(1974)
Angel Face, Glitter Band:
Good when I saw them at Derby in 1994 - even better back in 1974 when providing the Glam Rock
swansong. Love the throbbing drums.
It's Only Rock & Roll, The Rolling Stones:
The Stones at the end of their great era, but this was still a great song. Sometimes, Mick's
vocals can't be beaten and Keef's always good value.
(1975)
Action, Sweet:
Post-Chinnichap self-composition. Always reminds me of Draycott Hospital, where I was
convalescing after removal of appendix and where an elderly patient thought this was The
Beatles. Brian's final demise was very sad.
Only Women Bleed, Alice Cooper (from the album 'Welcome To My Nightmare'):
'Welcome To My Nightmare' was Alice's first solo album. 'Only Women Bleed' became an unlikely
anthem for the American feminist movement.
You Keep On Moving, Deep Purple (from the album 'Come Taste The Band')
After the end of their legendary days, but Purple Mark IV still impressing with this track.
Soulful performances from Coverdale & Hughes on vocals and the tragic Tommy Bolin on guitar.
(1976)
Light In The Black, Rainbow (from the album 'Rising'):
Final track on this album. Sheer, unadulterated Heavy Rock driven along by Cozy's drumming,
with a great guitar solo from Ritchie and glorious vocals from Ronnie Dio.
Gold At The End Of My Rainbow, Be Bop De Luxe (from the album 'Modern Music')
This is one of my favourite albums. I love the lyrics and Bill Nelson's guitar.
Cherry Bomb, The Runaways:
Sensational teenage Californian Girl Group. Only 1976, but the singing sounds like
Siouxsie Sioux - excellent.
If You Leave Me Now, Chicago:
Not normally my favourite type of music, but this song brings back memories of happy times.
You To Me Are Everything, Real Thing:
Again, the musical style's not usually my cup of tea, but this song's got a catchy tune and
good lyrics, so worthy of inclusion in more than just the interests of variety.
(1977)
Heroes, David Bowie:
Bowie had to be in this chart. Better in the early 70's, but this was still good.
Always makes me think of the Berlin Wall.
Pretty Vacant, The Sex Pistols:
The Sound of '77. It had to end in tragedy and it did, but this is probably my favourite
Punk song. Memorable performance on TOTP.
(1978)
English Civil War, The Clash (from the album 'Give 'Em Enough Rope'):
In my view this was the best Punk band. Toss-up between the chosen track and 'Tommy
Gun', but I always liked 'When Johnny Comes Marching Home', so this won.
Kiss Me Deadly, Generation X (from the album 'Generation X'):
'G.X' was the band's first album. Punk? Yes, but Generation X took it a stage further in some
of their longer tracks. This is a classic.
Down In The Tube Station At Midnight, The Jam:
An apocalyptic view of spontaneous violence at the end of a violent decade. Weller at his best.
"I look back at my life and think about my wife, 'coz they took the keys and she'll think
it's me" always sends chills down my spine.
Touched By Your Presence (Dear), Blondie:
Christopher's got Thereza Bazar. I've got Debbie Harry - no comparison!
Long Hot Summer, Tom Robinson Band (from the album 'Power In The Darkness'):
Could have chosen any one of the tracks off this album. This finally got the vote for its
threatening message and Danny Kustrow's guitar.
(1979)
Babylon's Burning, The Ruts:
One of my favourite Punk songs. A mean guitar and menacing vocals from the tragic Malcolm.
Can't Stand Losing You, Police:
Early Police songs were certainly the best. This one brings back bitter-sweet personal
memories. I love "Your brother's gonna kill me and he's 6'10"".
Gangsters, Specials:
I enjoyed the Ska revival, though bizarrely I never got any of the singles or albums.
Memories of Terry Hall at the Assembly Rooms (Derby): "You've all made me very happy!"
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