Problem Patterns are a feminist punk band from Belfast blending elements of Riot Grrrl and Queercore.  I can’t say I listen to a lot of “punk rock” these days; not the old stuff from my youth and not the new stuff inspired by it. But I make an exception for this lot.

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Sometimes music can soothe the soul and the Polish composer Michal Janaszek somehow reflects the sorrows of the world while simultaneously trying to take them away.

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Suede’s debut album celebrates its 30th birthday today. Not that I need any excuse to celebrate such a landmark record. This is arguably my favourite track.

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With their jangly guitars, sweet melodies and sweeter harmonies, Teenage Fanclub are the perfect sound for a summer’s day – and here is their latest tune.

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New York noisemongers Bush Tetras are back, and making the same sort of primal racket they always did – despite the death of drummer Dee Pop last year.

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Sheer perfection. My Girl is a classic from the opening notes of James Jamerson’s opening bassline, echoed by Robert White’s electric guitar. And then there’s the dancing!

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Chris Isaak’s moody masterpiece being given a dub reggae makeover may not seem like a natural marriage – but it turns out to be a perfect match.

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Here’s a slice of steamy Habibi Funk from Beirut’s master musician Charif Megarbane, guaranteed to liven up any summer’s day.

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Looking at a list of the Lovin’ Spoonful’s string of hits in the mid-1960s, I find I only know one of them… this summertime classic.

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A selection of summer sounds old and new of every genre, from The Rivieras, The Cramps and John Lee Hooker to Magazine, Malcolm McLaren and Martha & The Muffins.