Buzzcocks began 1977 with the release of their landmark Spiral Scratch EP – opening the door for a wave of indie punk labels. (more…)

It’s the beginning of 1977 and punk is going overground. The Stranglers start the year with a bang, releasing their debut single Grip / London Lady. (more…)

As winter draws in, what better to chase away that chilly wind than a sunny slice of reggae from Jamaica. 
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Jackson Browne was not the first to record Stay, still the shortest single ever to top the charts, but he made it his own when he covered the doo-wop oldie in 1977.

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Parliament-Funkadelic whip up a fiery furnace of funk on this live version of Flash Light lasting almost half an hour. (more…)

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Freddie McGregor’s perfectly produced tune soothes the senses like the musical equivalent of sinking back into a nice hot bath for a long soak. (more…)

Matumbi were one of the leading UK Reggae bands of the Seventies, formed by dub master Dennis Bovell, who went on to have a stellar production career. (more…)

George Faith teamed up with Lee Perry on a selection of reggaefied versions of soul classics showcasing his sweet voice and Scratch’s experimental production. (more…)

Doctor Alimentado’s signature song Born For A Purpose, based on the true story of his near-death experience, is another of the quintessential reggae tunes. (more…)