Dark Necessities Red Hot Chilli Peppers 2016
Tag: Alternative/Indie
Fairground by Simply Red
Fairground Simply Red 1995
Elegia by New Order
Elegia New Order 1985
Barbed Wire Love by Stiff Little Fingers
Barbed Wire Love Stiff Little Fingers 1979
A Letter to Elise by The Cure
A Letter to Elise The Cure 1992
Villiers Terrace by Echo and the Bunnymen
Villiers Terrace Echo and the Bunnymen 1980
Fascination Street by The Cure
Fascination Street The Cure 1989
Eden by Talk Talk
Eden Talk Talk 1988
Taking Me Higher by Barclay James Harvest
Taking Me Higher Barclay James Harvest 1977
Mad World by Tears for Fears
Mad World Tears for Fears 1983
Sad Lisa by Cat Stevens/Yusuf
Sad Lisa Cat Stevens/Yusuf 1970
Californication by Red Hot Chilli Peppers
Californication Red Hot Chilli Peppers 1999
Peaches by The Stranglers
The Stranglers are a rock band emerging from punk rock scene in the mid-1970s
Ready for Love by Bad Company
https://youtu.be/nbqjBpNT1sc Ready for LoveAlbum: Bad CompanyDate: 1974Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Bad Company Bad Company Formed in England in 1973, Bad Company are a rock supergroup. They enjoyed success throughout the 1970s under the management of Peter Grant, who also managed Led Zeppelin. To date, they have sold over 40 million albums worldwide
One Small Day by Ultravox
https://youtu.be/NL3CNiKtaYY One Small DayAlbum: LamentDate: 1984Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Ultravox Ultravox Ultravox were a new wave band formed in London in 1974 as Tiger Lily. Between 1980 and 1986 they achieved seven Top Ten albums and seventeen Top 40 singles in the UK, including ‘Vienna’ in 1981. Between 1974 and 1978 Ultravox was fronted by John Foxx. … Continue reading One Small Day by Ultravox
Joker and the Thief by Wolfmother
https://youtu.be/ySjXFjLTagQ Joker and the ThiefAlbum: WolfmotherDate: 2005Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Wolfmother Wolfmother Wolfmother is a band from Sydney, Australia, formed in 2004. Centered around the vocalist and guitarist Andrew Stockdale, who is the only constant member of the line-up. The band has had many line-up changes and its current incarnation includes Hamish Rosser on drums, and Brad … Continue reading Joker and the Thief by Wolfmother
Pale Shelter by Tears for Fears
https://youtu.be/BUfcT5OoP-8 Pale ShelterAlbum: The HurtingDate: 1983Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Tears for Fears Tears for Fears were formed in Bath, England, in 1981 by Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith after the dissolution of their first band, Graduate. Tears for Fears were associated with new-wave electronic bands of the early 1980s and achieved international success. Their debut album “The … Continue reading Pale Shelter by Tears for Fears
I Appear Missing by Queens of the Stone Age
https://youtu.be/C9OfBcjyxKY I Appear MissingAlbum: … Like ClockworkDate: 2013Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Queens of the Stone Age Queens of the Stone Age Queens of the Stone Age (QOTSA) is a rock band formed by vocalist and guitarist Josh Homme in 1996 in California. Homme has been the only consistent member throughout multiple line-up changes. The current line-up consists … Continue reading I Appear Missing by Queens of the Stone Age
Never Stop by Echo & the Bunnymen
https://youtu.be/Fo0LMNSKrt4 Never StopAlbum: PorcupineDate: 1983Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Echo & the Bunnymen Echo & the Bunnymen Echo & the Bunnymen formed in Liverpool, UK in 1978. The line-up consists of Ian McCulloch on vocals, guitarist Will Sergeant, bassist Les Pattinson, and drummer Pete de Freitas. After the release of a self-titled album in 1987 McCulloch left the … Continue reading Never Stop by Echo & the Bunnymen
The Zephyr Song by Red Hot Chilli Peppers
https://youtu.be/0fcRa5Z6LmU The Zephyr SongAlbum: By the WayDate: 2002Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Red Hot Chilli Peppers Red Hot Chilli Peppers Red Hot Chilli Peppers are a rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1983. The lineup is vocalist Anthony Kiedis, bassist Flea, drummer Chad Smith, and guitarist John Frusciante. With music incorporating elements of rock, funk, punk, hard … Continue reading The Zephyr Song by Red Hot Chilli Peppers
Life in Tokyo by Japan
https://youtu.be/nsbrw9Y6_ng Life in TokyoAlbum: Quiet LifeDate: 1980Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Japan Japan Japan were a new-wave band formed in 1974 in London, UK. By David Sylvian (vocals, guitar, keyboards), Steve Jansen (drums), and Mick Karn (bass guitar). Richard Barbieri (keyboards) and Rob Dean (lead guitar) joined the following year. Japan developed their own sound and androgynous style … Continue reading Life in Tokyo by Japan
Feet Don’t Fail Me by Queens of the Stone Age
https://youtu.be/LxijhTgxkyk Feet Don't Fail MeAlbum: VillainsDate: 2017Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Queens of the Stone Age Queens of the Stone Age Queens of the Stone Age (QOTSA) is a rock band formed by vocalist and guitarist Josh Homme in 1996 in California. Homme has been the only consistent member throughout multiple line-up changes. The current line-up consists of … Continue reading Feet Don’t Fail Me by Queens of the Stone Age
Let There Be Love by Simple Minds
Dedicated to Gabbie, with love xxx https://youtu.be/iQ0uTZQ1ySE Let There Be LoveAlbum: Real LifeDate: 1991Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Simple Minds Simple Minds Formed in Glasgow in 1977, Simple Minds are a Scottish rock band, best known internationally for the 1985 hit ‘Don’t You (Forget About Me)’. The bad has achieved five number-one albums in the UK and have … Continue reading Let There Be Love by Simple Minds
Electric Man by Rival Sons
https://youtu.be/wRfRIXg2spo Electric ManAlbum: Great Western ValkyrieDate: 2014Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Rival Sons Rival Sons Rival Sons is a rock band formed in California, USA in 2009. The line-up consists of lead vocalist Jay Buchannan, guitarist Scott Holiday, bass guitarist Dave Beste, and Michael Miley on drums. To date, they have released six albums and one EP
Vienna by Ultravox
https://youtu.be/xJeWySiuq1I ViennaAlbum: ViennaDate: 1980Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Ultravox Ultravox Ultravox were a new wave band formed in London in 1974 as Tiger Lily. Between 1980 and 1986 they achieved seven Top Ten albums and seventeen Top 40 singles in the UK, including ‘Vienna’ in 1981. Between 1974 and 1978 Ultravox was fronted by John Foxx. Midge Ure … Continue reading Vienna by Ultravox
Kalopsia by Queens of the Stone Age
https://youtu.be/NdiSbAaVICc KalopsiaAlbum: … Like ClockworkDate: 2013Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Queens of the Stone Age Queens of the Stone Age Queens of the Stone Age (QOTSA) is a rock band formed by vocalist and guitarist Josh Homme in 1996 in California. Homme has been the only consistent member throughout multiple line-up changes. The current line-up consists of Homme … Continue reading Kalopsia by Queens of the Stone Age
Until the Sun Comes by Rival Sons
https://youtu.be/Zli8dFjrfxs Until the sun ComesAlbum: Head DownDate: 2012Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Rival Sons Rival Sons Rival Sons is a rock band formed in California, USA in 2009. The line-up consists of lead vocalist Jay Buchannan, guitarist Scott Holiday, bass guitarist Dave Beste, and Michael Miley on drums. To date, they have released six albums and one EP
Red Rain by Peter Gabriel
https://youtu.be/FkLTwX0duY4 Red RainAlbum: SoDate: 1986Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Peter Gabriel Peter Gabriel Peter Gabriel is a musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and activist. He was the original lead singer of the prog rock band Genesis, which he left in 1975 to launch his solo career with the single “Solsbury Hill.” A champion of world music for much … Continue reading Red Rain by Peter Gabriel
See the Lights by Simple Minds
https://youtu.be/MmKTMAak710 See the LightsAlbum: Real LifeDate: 1991Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Simple Minds Simple Minds Formed in Glasgow in 1977, Simple Minds are a Scottish rock band, best known internationally for the 1985 hit ‘Don’t You (Forget About Me)’. The band has achieved five number-one albums in the UK and have sold more than 60 million albums worldwide, … Continue reading See the Lights by Simple Minds
Being Boiled by The Human League
https://youtu.be/I_NStTkSRQw Being BoiledAlbum: Reproduction1979Alternative/IndieArtist: The Human League The Human League An English synth-pop band, The Human League formed in Sheffield in 1977. The group signed to Virgin Records in 1979 and gained widespread commercial success with their 1981 album ‘Dare’. The album included the UK/US number one hit ‘Don’t You Want Me’. Further hits followed … Continue reading Being Boiled by The Human League
Personal Jesus by Depeche Mode
https://youtu.be/u1xrNaTO1bI Personal JesusAlbum: Violator1989Alternative/IndieArtist: Depeche Mode Depeche Mode Depeche Mode are an electronic music band formed in 1980 in Basildon, Essex, England. The lineup consists of Dave Gahan (lead vocals and songwriter), Martin Gore (keyboards, guitar, vocals, and songwriter), and Andy Fletcher (keyboards). Depeche Mode have had 54 songs on the UK Singles Chart and … Continue reading Personal Jesus by Depeche Mode
Hedonistic Gene by Inkubus Sukkubus
https://youtu.be/Pipdh12BKBE Hedonistic GeneAlbum: The Beat with Two BacksDate: 2003Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Inkubus Sukkubus Inkubus Sukkubus Inkubus Sukkubus are a goth and pagan band formed in 1989 in the UK by Candia Ridley, Adam Henderson, and Tony McCormack. They are considered one of the popular underground Goth bands in the UK
Fire by The Cult
https://youtu.be/8g6h1vI4Xv0 FireAlbum: Fire WomanDate: 1989Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: The Cult The Cult A British rock band from Bradford, West Yorkshire, formed in 1983. In the mid-eighties, the Cult gained a dedicated following in the UK as a post-punk/gothic rock band with singles such as “She Sells Sanctuary”. In the late 1980s, the band broke into the mainstream … Continue reading Fire by The Cult
Night People by The Human League
https://youtu.be/bcii6HcBWKA Night PeopleAlbum: CredoDate: 2011Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: The Human League The Human League An English synth-pop band, The Human League formed in Sheffield in 1977. The group signed to Virgin Records in 1979 and gained widespread commercial success with their 1981 album ‘Dare’. The album included the UK/US number one hit ‘Don’t You Want Me’. Further … Continue reading Night People by The Human League
European Son by Japan
https://youtu.be/_XzAqzcGfRs European SonAlbum: Quiet LifeDate: 1979Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Japan Japan Japan were a new-wave band formed in 1974 in London, UK. By David Sylvian (vocals, guitar, keyboards), Steve Jansen (drums), and Mick Karn (bass guitar). Richard Barbieri (keyboards) and Rob Dean (lead guitar) joined the following year. Japan developed their own sound and androgynous style incorporating … Continue reading European Son by Japan
Dance on a Volcano by Genesis
https://youtu.be/TBcnjx05a1s Dance on a VolcanoAlbum: A Trick of the TailDate: 1976Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Genesis Genesis Formed at Charterhouse School in Surrey, UK, in 1967 Genesis’ most successful line-up includes Tony Banks (keyboards), Mike Rutherford (bassist/guitarist), and Phil Collins (drummer/singer). In the 1970s when the line-up included Peter Gabriel (singer) Genesis was among the pioneering groups of … Continue reading Dance on a Volcano by Genesis
Behind the Wheel by Depeche Mode
https://youtu.be/VEAuMiKqP-4 Behind the WheelAlbum: Earth Girls Are EasyDate: 1987Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Depeche Mode Depeche Mode Depeche Mode are an electronic music band formed in 1980 in Basildon, Essex, England. The lineup consists of Dave Gahan (lead vocals and songwriter), Martin Gore (keyboards, guitar, vocals, and songwriter), and Andy Fletcher (keyboards). Depeche Mode have had 54 songs … Continue reading Behind the Wheel by Depeche Mode
A Question of Time by Depeche Mode
https://youtu.be/9pt7EWFF_T8 A Question of TimeAlbum: Black CelebrationDate: 1986Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Depeche Mode Depeche Mode Depeche Mode are an electronic music band formed in 1980 in Basildon, Essex, England. The lineup consists of Dave Gahan (lead vocals and songwriter), Martin Gore (keyboards, guitar, vocals, and songwriter), and Andy Fletcher (keyboards). Depeche Mode have had 54 songs in … Continue reading A Question of Time by Depeche Mode
War Babies by Simple Minds
https://youtu.be/C0XHsDZKlf4 War BabiesAlbum: NéapolisDate: 1998Genre: Alternative/IndieArtist: Simple Minds Simple Minds Formed in Glasgow in 1977, Simple Minds are a Scottish rock band, best known internationally for the 1985 hit ‘Don’t You (Forget About Me)’. The bad has achieved five number one albums in the UK and has sold more than 60 million albums worldwide, making … Continue reading War Babies by Simple Minds
Rain by The Cult
https://youtu.be/RD5b_0QB0wI RainAlbum: LoveDate: 1985Genre: Alternative/Indie The Cult The Cult A British rock band from Bradford, West Yorkshire, formed in 1983. In the mid-eighties, the Cult gained a dedicated following in the UK as a post-punk/gothic rock band with singles such as “She Sells Sanctuary”. In the late 1980s, the band broke into the mainstream in … Continue reading Rain by The Cult
Back Round by Wolfmother
https://youtu.be/m3iwFNLFw1k Back RoundAlbum: Cosmic EggDate: 2009Genre: Alternative/Indie Wolfmother Wolfmother Wolfmother is a band from Sydney, Australia, formed in 2004. Centered around the vocalist and guitarist Andrew Stockdale, who is the only constant member of the line-up. The band has had many line-up changes and its current incarnation includes Hamish Rosser on drums, and Brad Heald … Continue reading Back Round by Wolfmother
A Question of Lust by Depeche Mode
https://youtu.be/glw10co1IRs A Question of LustAlbum: Black CelebrationDate: 1986Genre: Alternative/Indie Depeche Mode Depeche Mode Depeche Mode are an electronic music band formed in 1980 in Basildon, Essex, England. The lineup consists of Dave Gahan (lead vocals and songwriter), Martin Gore (keyboards, guitar, vocals, and songwriter), and Andy Fletcher (keyboards). Depeche Mode have had 54 songs in … Continue reading A Question of Lust by Depeche Mode
New Moon Rising by Wolfmother
https://youtu.be/-O63P9Ecujc New Moon RisingAlbum: Cosmic EggDate: 2009Genre: Alternative/Indie Wolfmother Wolfmother Wolfmother is a band from Sydney, Australia, formed in 2004. Centered around the vocalist and guitarist Andrew Stockdale, who is the only constant member of the line-up. The band has had many line-up changes and its current incarnation includes Hamish Rosser on drums, and Brad … Continue reading New Moon Rising by Wolfmother
Vanilla Queen by Golden Earring
https://youtu.be/pL9c-wYTnKs Vanilla QueenAlbum: MoontanDate: 1973Genre: Alternative/indie Golden Earring Golden Earring The Dutch rock band Golden Earring, originally The Golden Earrings, was founded in 1961 in The Hague. They achieved global fame with international hits such as ‘Radar Love’ (1973), ‘Twilight Zone’ (1982), and ‘When the Lady Smiles’ (1984). Following a number of line-up changes before … Continue reading Vanilla Queen by Golden Earring
Unintended by The Muse
https://youtu.be/i9LOFXwPwC4 UnintendedAlbum: ShowbizDate: 1999Genre: Alternative/Indie The Muse The Muse The Muse are a rock band from Teignmouth, Devon, England. Formed in 1994 the band consists of Matt Bellamy (lead vocals, guitar, keyboards), Chris Wolstenholme (bass guitar, backing vocals), and Dominic Howard (drums). The Muse released their debut album, ‘Showbiz’, in 1999. The band has received … Continue reading Unintended by The Muse
Kings of the Wild Frontier by Adam and the Ants
https://youtu.be/5hEn_rEDzp0 Kings of the Wild FrontierAlbum: Kings of the Wild FrontierDate: 1980Genre: Alternative/Indie Adam and the Ants Adam and the Ants were a rock band active during the late 1970s and early 1880s. The group lasted from 1977 to 1982 and existed in two incarnations both fronted by Adam Ant. The first incarnation, May 1977 … Continue reading Kings of the Wild Frontier by Adam and the Ants
Vagabond by Wolfmother
https://youtu.be/ThtGuKy27qk VagabondAlbum: WolfmotherDate: 2006Genre: Alternative/Indie Wolfmother Wolfmother is a band from Sydney, Australia, formed in 2004. Centered around the vocalist and guitarist Andrew Stockdale, who is the only constant member of the line-up. The band has had many line-up changes and its current incarnation includes Hamish Rosser on drums, and Brad Heald on bass
Night Shift by Siouxsie and the Banshees
Only at night time... I see you In darkness... I feel you A bride by my side-I'm inside many brides Sometimes I wonder... What goes on in your mind, always silent and kind unlike the others...
Scarborough Fair by Simon and Garfunkel
Are you going to Scarborough Fair? Parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme Remember me to one who lives there She once was a true love of mine...
M.E. by Gary Numan
And m.e. I eat dust We're all so run down I'd call it my death But I'll only fade away And I hate to fade alone Now there's only m.e...
Jezzie G 