Krokus - Bedside Radio - 1979

What a memory...This was one of my first introductions into the hard rock and Heavy Metal music that would become a integral part of my life. 1979, sitting in the back of Keith's 1968 cherry-red metal flake AMC javelin, listening to music...No cares, no responsibility, no regrets, just good times....we got into our share of trouble but nothing producing criminal records...for me anyhow... This, along with the Godz and AC/DC's Highway to Hell were constantly coming out of the two house speakers that we sat beside that was hooked up to the under dash radio, equalizer...we all had them

 

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Hot Summer - Little Bo Bitch (1979)

 Just founded today!!! Still finding unbelievable power pop from this iconic era of music. This has all the makings of a great Power Pop tune. The break @ 1:30 is a perfect example power pop magic. It has it all the vocals, the twangy guitar, the master bass lines...This is a must listen to!

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Sultans Of Swing - Dire Straits (1979)

What a fantastic song! An audio masterpiece. I remember it got some airplay, but there were two versions, the long one and the short one. You mostly heard the short version as radio wasn't accustomed to playing long songs. The short version was about 4:28 and the full song was about 5:46. When I first heard this song I found it remenescent of Driver Seat by Sniff N The Tears and thought it might have been a follow up from their 1978 song. But as the song progressed, the guitar work got more and more intricate. I was blown away. Undistorted, clean, flawless, and fast...It was incredible. Lindsey Buckingham is the only other musician with the talent to accomplish this type of guitar work. 1979 may be my favorite year from The Era Of Music, but there is no way to put it above the others.

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Wings - Goodnight Tonight (1979)

Truly a musical genius and lyical mastermind, Paul McCartney is a legend. From the early days with The Beatles, to his solo work, his brilliance can be heard. Whether it is Paul McCartney "&" Wings or just Wings, it doesn't matter, Sir Paul is a music machine.Here is one of my faves,

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Seventeen - Foreigner (1979)

FForeigner with Lou Gramm at the microphone could tell you a story like no other band at the time. Memorable lyrics, melodic guitar and mesmerizing harmonies. Foreigner erupted into the music world in 1977. Their self-titled release contained many hits songs which would make it difficult for the next release to keep up with, but Double Vision delivered. And so did Head Games, which this feature song derives from. Perhaps a little lesser known but still a strong representation, here is Seventeen.

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Vitesse - Down And Around (1979)

With bands like Foghat, Head East, REO Speedwagon, Journey etc...in heavy radio rotation, many bands went unnoticed. And this band Vitesse, is one of them. Weird name, weird album cover, but nonethe less, I found this one and it's amazing. The guitar work is phenomenal, the vocals harmonic and pleasant.

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The Undertones - Teenage Kicks (1979)

Another song from another band from Ireland that set the bar for what other songs are measured. It's raw, gritty, imperfect and emotional. It's innocence in nature is what makes this a true punk classic. A punk version of Manfred Mann's Doo Wah Diddy Diddy if you want a comparison. This song moved John Peel to tears....allegdely.

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Starjets - What A Life (1979)

A bit on the campy, over the top side but side deserving of a post here. This band originated from Ireland and I recently discovered this Power Pop gem. This tune is very reminiscent of The Banana Splits theme at times but has some raw guitar and vocals bring this all together. This is a little harder than most Power Pop tunes border lining on the edge of Punk.

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The News - Advertise (1979)

Very Obscure band from Moorhead Minnesota. I tried to dig up some info and can tell you these guys were also known as The Newz. This is a playful Power Pop song taken from the infamous Peel Session shows from John Peel's BBC Radio 1 show. Some many hidden gems. I had to share this. I am sharing the entire Peel Session, the song I am highlighting is the second one in. It's may seem a bit campy, but musically sound.

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The Jolt - I'm In Tears (1979)

Just heard this one today, and it's Power Pop at it's finest. Very reminiscent of The Sorrows.

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ABBA - Gimmie! Gimmie! Gimmie! (A Man After Midnight) - 1979

Layered harmonies, well crafted melodies along with lyrics that envoke mental imagery and an emotional response. Yet another way to describe the incredbile music of ABBA. There are not many, if any, songs from ABBA that I don't find enjoyable. A staple in the era of music!

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Blonde On Blonde - Shut Down (1979)

Well, in the 70s there was no escape from Disco. When I was in my Sex Pistols and Plasmatic days of Punk Rock, I HATED disco. As I got older I started to embrace other types of music instead of my normal Hard Rock, Punk Rock and Heavy Metal. There are still some styles I will never embrace. Extrapolate from what's been posted....Disco is happy and fun, and who doesn't like happy and fun.

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Flint - Flint (1979)

DISCOVERED

Never heard of Flint, so I didn't know what to expect. First song I heard, I loved it.It has a Chicago (The band) feel to it. After a little more research this band is what was left over from Grand Funk Railroad. There is some of the Funk from Grand Funk on some of these tunes.All in all, it's like Grand Funk with a touch of Hall and Oates. Good Stuff!

BACK IN MY ARMS AGAIN

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Delta 5 - Mind Your Own Business (1979)

DISCOVERED

This is only a single and that unfortunate. It very raw and that's what makes it great. Very typical of the late 70s Punk. This Female Fronted band from the UK is reminiscent of the B-52s.

NOW THAT YOU'RE GONE

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Ruefrex - One by One (1979)

DISCOVERED

This one took a while to churn but once it gets going, it's fantastic. Good UK Punk from this era is extra special for me.

ONE BY ONE

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Greg Kihn Band - With the Naked Eye (1979)

DISCOVERED

I am familiar with Greg Kihn and his hits, but never went back, or forward for that matter and listened to his catalog. I didn't know what to expect and this was a pleasant listen. If you are a fan of Power Pop, give this one a listen. Oooo, what's this... A nice cover song....

ROADRUNNER

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Machine - Machine (1979)

DISCOVERED

I am wondering how much unheard disco music exists out there... There must be years and years of Disco music that never hit these ears. I found this quite enjoyable and musically sound.

GET YOUR BODY READY

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Lisa Hartman - Hold On (1979)

DISCOVERED

This seems like a whole album full of covers. Overall it's not too bad and belongs on here.

YOU KEEP ME HANGIN' ON

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Skids - Days in Europa (1979)

DISCOVERED

This definitely has many of the elements that I like for my late UK 70s punk. Raw, unpolished and anthemic. It is missing the anger and angst but this is some really good stuff. It can get a little New Wavish at times but this is Punk.

A DAY IN EUROPA

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Joe Jackson - I'm the Man (1979)

MEMORY

This album is a fantastic piece of New Wave that never got it's recognition. Most of the songs have that Two-Tone and Ska feel to them. After hearing the Time Square Soundtrack Joe Jackson became a recognized and respected name for me. This easily could have been on 80s soundtrack.

I'M THE MAN

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