THIS WEEK IN ROCK

September 15, 2019

Intriguing collaborations, seminal singles, classic albums and breakthrough hits – it’s this week in rock.

#OnThisDay September 9, 1972
The mighty Slade reach No. 1 with ‘Mama Weer All Crazee Now’ during its second week of release. Their third chart-topper and the lead single from their third album, ‘Slayed’, it remains in the Top 40 for an incredible 10 weeks!

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#OnThisDay September 10, 1964
Widely regarded as one of the most influential singles of all time, The Kink’s ‘You Really Got Me’ begins a two-week residency at the top of the UK charts. With its ferociously distorted guitars, it’s no surprise that it’s credited with helping birth heavy metal.

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#OnThisDay September 11, 1970
One can only wonder what the results would have been like when Jimi Hendrix reveals during his last interview that he’d love to work with Miles Davis. Given that Miles was deep into his electric period, it’s safe to guess that the results would’ve been mind-blowing!

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#OnThisDay September 12, 1984
Pop’s premier party starter, Mr Billy Ocean, releases his fifth studio album ‘Suddenly’. Carrying the hits ‘Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run)’, ‘Loverboy’ and of course the timeless title track, it reaches number one on the Billboard Hot 100. Do you still have your copy?

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#OnThisDay September 13, 1985
Bruce Springsteen does rather well for himself at the MTV Video Awards when he scoops Best Male Video for ‘I’m On Fire’ and Best Stage Performance For A Video for ‘Dancing In The Dark’. Another notable winner is USA For Africa who take home the Best Group gong for ‘We Are The World’.

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#OnThisDay September 14, 1997
Jimi Hendrix becomes the first rock musician to be honoured with an English Heritage Blue Plaque, which is unveiled at 23 Brook Street, Mayfair, London, where he briefly lived in the 60s. Did you know that the composer George Frideric Handel lived next door at No. 25 some 225 years earlier?

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#OnThisDay September 15, 1985
Bonnie Tyler reaches at No. 2 in the UK singles charts with ‘Holding Out For A Hero’. Originally recorded in 1984 for the ‘Footloose’ soundtrack, it only just about cracked the Top 100 upon its release in 1984 and would have to wait about a year before scoring big when it was re-released.

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Spotlight On: Bank Holiday Car Stereo!

Whether you’re road tripping to the coast, on a city break or just driving to the shops, we’ve picked some tunes that’ll turn up the vibes!

Spotlight On: Iconic 80s Music Videos!

When MTV launched in 1981, it paved the way for a decade of some of the most audacious, cinematic and iconic music videos, where the budgets were almost as big as the hair.

Five Songs You Need to Know from Billy Ocean’s ‘Suddenly’ album

The fifth album by British singer and songwriter Billy Ocean, Suddenly was his breakthrough record both at home and in the US. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this month, we’re looking back at some of the album’s biggest and most enduring hits.

Billy Ocean – Suddenly 40th Anniversary Vinyl

We’re excited to announce that Billy will celebrate the 40th anniversary of his landmark album ‘Suddenly’ by releasing a new ocean blue vinyl edition on September 13th – almost 40 years to the day from its original release!

Listen To Bruce Springsteen: Songs from Around the World Vol. 2

Listen to unforgettable performances of “Tunnel of Love,” “Darkness on the Edge of Town” and “Human Touch,” all available to stream for the first time ever.

Bruce Springsteen announces 40th Anniversary Vinyl release of Born In The USA

Get the 40th anniversary edition of Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born In The U.S.A.’ pressed on translucent red vinyl. The collector item includes an exclusive booklet with archival material from the era.

Bruce Springsteen – Fan Favourites

Bruce Springsteen has penned an audacious number of anthems. With too many hits to choose from, let’s shine a light on some fan favourites.

Bruce Springsteen – ‘Best Of’ Out Now!

Celebrate the music of Bruce Springsteen with a collection of original songs spanning his storied 50-year recording career, from 1973’s Greeting from Asbury Park, NJ to 2020’s Letter To You.

Total Eclipse of the Heart (Full Moon Remix) is out now!

Ministry of Sound have today released a brand new remix for Bonnie Tyler’s 1983 hit ‘Total Eclipse of The Heart’ – the Full Moon Remix!

Under the Spotlight – Bonnie Tyler

This year we are celebrating the fortieth anniversary of Bonnie Tyler’s mammoth hit, Total Eclipse of the Heart. Bonnie picks out five of her favourite songs from across her incredible career to go under the spotlight.