Tag: Britpop
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Pulp ‘Different Class’ (1995)
Different Class is a cornerstone of 1990’s Britpop, synth-pop theatrics combined with razor-sharp lyricism that at one point put them in the same stratosphere as the legendary Oasis. Released in 1995, the album examined themes of sex and social class through a lens that was biting and witty in a way our friends across the…
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Chappaqua Wrestling ‘Plus Ultra’ (2023)
Chappaqua Wrestling’s debut album Plus Ultra is a kaleidoscope of sound that merges the dreamy textures of shoegaze with the swagger of Britpop, creating a sonic identity that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking. The Brighton-based band channels the shimmering guitars of My Bloody Valentine and the anthemic confidence of Oasis (once you hear it you…
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Oasis ‘(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?’ (1995)
The 1995 release of (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? transformed Oasis from a popular band in the UK into a literal worldwide phenomenon. Their ascent to superstardom checked all the boxes– punk rock attitude, Beatles-esque melodies, and a lead singer with a distinctly British accent that harkened back to the golden-age of rock. All of…
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The Stone Roses ‘The Stone Roses’ (1989)
Despite their short lifespan that featured only two full album releases. The Stone Roses influenced an entire generation of Britpop artists. Their self-titled debut was not only their most commercially successful, but is also regarded as one of the greatest albums of all-time for people who get paid to write about this sort of thing.…
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