The evil Y2K virus was found to be a huge misapprehension, The Simpsons went from being cleverly witty to painfully slapstick, and Britney Spears went from being a virginal teen mega pop star to a riddled mess of an adult nymphomaniac bald eagle as per below:
The music released during this time had a large influence on the minds and ears of those who lived through the decade. Never before had there been so many genres of music, and never before had there been such effortless methods of accessing this material. Once niche genres like rap and hip hop ascended into the stereos and headphones of the middle upper class white community, while once sought after genres like alternative rock went back into the industry shadows for the first time in nearly a decade. Dance and electronica reached a new zenith in popularity and innovation, and genres such as dubstep, crunk, indie, garage rock revival and grime became staples in people's Discmans and in the later part of the decade, iPods.
The advent of Internet music download sites like iTunes (legal) and LimeWire (illegal), internet radio, as well as video sites like YouTube and social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter ushered in new ways of accessing new and existing artists' material all with a few simple clicks. Gone were the days of a typical person listening to one genre, in the Noughties an average Joe's typical iPod playlist would consist of rock, hip hop, electro and pre 2000s music, among others.
The advent of Internet music download sites like iTunes (legal) and LimeWire (illegal), internet radio, as well as video sites like YouTube and social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter ushered in new ways of accessing new and existing artists' material all with a few simple clicks. Gone were the days of a typical person listening to one genre, in the Noughties an average Joe's typical iPod playlist would consist of rock, hip hop, electro and pre 2000s music, among others.
After reading Top 200 lists in magazines such as Rolling Stone and music sites such as Pitchfork for a number of months, I felt very compelled to compile a list of my very own favourite songs of the last decade. It was very difficult to narrow it down to 50 or 100 songs, so I decided to go all out and make it a top 150 countdown.
The sole criteria for a song to be added was that it had to be released as a single or on an album between January 1st 2000 and December 31st 2009. For some I'm afraid that there is no Justin Bieber or One Direction this time around (that won't be in my best of 2010s list either let me assure you). Many genres are represented on this list, and as a dinky di Aussie I have also included Australian artists who were under-represented on those America and Europe centric lists. Please note that this is my own personal opinion, so please don't get upset if I don't feature your favourite song(s) or artist(s) on my list. I hope you enjoy the first 50 songs of the countdown. I have included a YouTube link for each song's music video for your viewing pleasure. Let the games begin!:
The sole criteria for a song to be added was that it had to be released as a single or on an album between January 1st 2000 and December 31st 2009. For some I'm afraid that there is no Justin Bieber or One Direction this time around (that won't be in my best of 2010s list either let me assure you). Many genres are represented on this list, and as a dinky di Aussie I have also included Australian artists who were under-represented on those America and Europe centric lists. Please note that this is my own personal opinion, so please don't get upset if I don't feature your favourite song(s) or artist(s) on my list. I hope you enjoy the first 50 songs of the countdown. I have included a YouTube link for each song's music video for your viewing pleasure. Let the games begin!:
150-100
150. The Temper Trap - Sweet Disposition (2009) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxKjOOR9sPU&ob=av2e - A staple on mainstream radio playlists for the next two years after its release, this Melbourne band introduced us to their signature jangly guitars, pitch perfect lead vocals and soaring melodies months before the release of their triumphant debut album. This track is an instant Australian classic.
149. Three Days Grace - I Hate Everything About You (2003) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8ekz_CSBVg&ob=av2e: This angst filled alternative breakup song had the recently heartbroken at the time seething inside with venom. The distorted hard rock chant of 'I, hate, everything about you, why, do I, love you!?' in the chorus is worth the price of admission alone.
148. The White Stripes - Fell In Love With A Girl (2002) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q27BfBkRHbs: Most rock bands would be kicking themselves for not coming up with a short but hyperactive jam like this. The slowly developing Stripes proved that an electric guitar and drums was all you needed to create groovy rock and roll. This track is 1 minute 50 seconds of garage rock goodness.
147. Spiderbait - Black Betty (2004) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nU1VfYYKMDk&ob=av2e: A band that were much more diverse than they were made out to be, Spiderbait achieved the unthinkable in the winter of 2004 in Oz: a jivin' banjo/guitar laden garage rock cover of the famous Afro American slave song. Sure it was done well in a blues rock fashion by Ram Jam in the 70s, but 'Bait's rendition was a firecracker.
146. The Ting Tings - Shut Up And Let Me Go (2008) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tolm-07if3c&ob=av2e: Yes you've heard this on a car commercial, yes the bass line is booming, yes the drum rhythm and the sharp keyboards are bangin', and yes this is a funky house-esque groove-down by a British pop-dance duo with a Wiggles cover band name.
145. The Strokes - The Modern Age (2001) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzO7IGWGxu8&ob=av2e: The overstated (yet deservingly titled) 'saviours of rock and roll' came in at just the right time as rock and roll almost disappeared completely at the turn of the century beneath the waves of the dance and hip hop tsunami. 'The Modern Age' is one of many Strokes tracks that are very enjoyable upon first listen. Sit back and let Julian Casablancas indict you with his day to day views on contemporary society.
144. Robyn - Be Mine! (2005) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PDNRTCuPyQ: This Swedish songstress displays her sweet revenge on the man that doesn't want to win her heart. The accompanying strings and drum machine bring this sentiment to the fore in a catchy and subtle I Am Woman Hear Me Roar way.
143. Weezer - Hash Pipe (2001) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9BGLtqqkVI&ob=av2e: An anthem for stoners worldwide off the ironic sounding album The Green Album, Rivers Cuomo and co. belt out their Mary Jane influenced emotions on the unsympathetic world they reside in. Just remember kiddies, drugs are baaaad, mmkay?
142. Vampire Weekend - Oxford Comma (2008) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P_i1xk07o4g&ob=av2e: Is there nothing these American indie-disco punk/kitchen sink wiseguys can do wrong? While this may not be their magnum opus, the lazy melodies and sarcastic lyrics for this one are enough to satisfy even the most placid of listeners. By the way, what the hell is an Oxford Comma?
141. The Grates - 19-20-20 (2006) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k35b7M-BtYI: With lead singer Patience Hodges' child like vocals and playful guitar riff, this is something that Sesame Street would come up with if they could fit instruments in their hands (or wings if you're Big Bird). Funny thing is that it all blends together excellently to create a amusing pop-rock tune.
140. Vitalic - La Rock 01 (2001) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGOaXphpT7w: Before Daft Punk became the electro kings they now are, this relatively unknown French house DJ set the foundations for the trademark sound that Daft would adopt. If this makes you want to run into a building with guns blazing a la Matrix style, or drive a sports car 300 kms down the highway, please seek professional help.
139. Starsailor - Four To The Floor (Thin White Duke Mix) (2004) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8zgEhEol-8: This song takes me back to when I was in Year 10 or 11. While the original mix lacks polish, the Thin White Duke Mix gives this musical creation an edgy dance style. Stamping your foot to the thunderous bass drum is a perfectly normal side effect while listening to this.
138. Nickelback - Figured You Out (2003) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIjRo-gMlKE&ob=av2e: 'Nickelback?! That hack Canadian band has a song on here?' you cry as you Facebook your Twitter on the Youtube while reading this. Even the drossiest POS band or singer can sometimes have one golden nugget hidden beneath their river of dense shite. 'I like your pants around your feet' is a great pick up line for those guys who wanna get a girl in bed for the night.
137. Usher Feat. Lil' John and Ludacris - Yeah (2004) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hy-5d4r_6Y8: By this point in his career, Usher Raymond III was established as a premier RnB artist in the music charts. But just before he dished out his subsequently appalling 'tunes', he delivered this surprisingly instant dancefloor filler. Frequent interjections of 'Ya-eer! O-Kay' by Lil Jon and a moderate verse rapped by Southern rapper Ludacris complete this pre-crunk ditty.
136. Beck - Girl (2005) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkCg-3nxT8E&ob=av2e: You have to love this masterfully crafted jamboree by everyone's favourite non-mainstream singer Beck. The slide guitar, the Southern vocals and the 8 bit MIDI notes at the start are arranged to create that sense of pleasure, even if very brief. He proves that he ain't a loser baby, so please don't kill him.
135. Angus and Julia Stone - Just A Boy (2007) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEZ-m61dBKY&ob=av2e: As I mentioned previously, drugs are baaad mmkay? However in the case of this ARIA Award winning sibling folk duo, drugs can sometimes be a good thing. A great example is this philosophical acoustic number which sent the Stones (not Jagger and Richards) from playing at small hippy confines at fur and meat protests to large arenas around Australia.
134. Coldplay - Clocks (2003) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d020hcWA_Wg&ob=av2n: Everyone knows that famous line in The 40 Year Old Virgin: 'You know how I know you're gay? You listen to Coldplay'. While they may seem like the bastard band of U2 and Radiohead, Chris Martin and co. have produced some grand songs since their inception. This anthemic stadium/arena piano driven ballad was an instant classic in the early 00s, and it transformed this once humble alt rock group into the stadium rock superstars they are today. Not so gay now, is it?
133. Motor Ace - Carry On (2002) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJCbBq1qV4I: Sometimes a song comes around that makes you think about the world you are living in. This inspiring tune by the now disbanded Melbourne group serves as a pivotal backing track to this state of mind. 'We just stare while the wheels fall off/but everyone seems to carry on, carry on', cries the hapless lead vocalist to a soaring strings arrangement. It sends shivers down the spine.
132. The Game Feat. 50 Cent - Hate It Or Love It (2005) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuMBmK5uksg: Two years earlier, Fiddy delivered his bangin' debut 'In Da Club' and his fellow G Unit mate The Game decided to release a track with a more serious tone about a more serious issue. The Game delivers a dreary tale of living in the hood, and the adversity faced while trying to make it out and become something. This is a rap track that oozes honesty, and Fiddy delivers a fine support act.
131. The Vines - Ride (2004) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFDHVuGeem8: Like The Strokes in the US and The Hives in Sweden, Aussie garagers The Vines helped revive garage rock in their homeland and around the world to a degree. This may have been done to death in various car and electronics commercials, but it is still a rockin' track by a rockin' band just after they hit their peak.
130. Twista and Kanye West Feat. Jamie Foxx - Slow Jamz (2003) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrMrqBcv6Mk: Motor mouth MC Twista and an up and coming producer/hip hop artist named Kanye West, with support by actor Jamie Foxx, delivered this RnB tinged hip hop number to our curious ears. Kanye's youthful rhymes laid down the foundations for the great artist that he was to become. this is great to listen to while in bed with your significant other doing the wild thing.
129. The Strokes - Juicebox (2005) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoltwBHXCx8&ob=av2e: What do you know, another entry by The Strokes! Hooray for indie/garage rock revival bands! Kudos to the groovin' bassline and usual guitar genius on this one. The music video is, well........interesting I suppose.
128. Tenacious D - Tribute (2002) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lK4cX5xGiQ&ob=av2e: Just putting it out there, this is NOT the actual song, this is a tribute to the greatest song in the world. Imagine if this came out when Youtube was around, the number of tributes and covers of the tribute would have gone through the roof!
127. Kasabian - Shoot The Runner (2006) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2C0OEVWKZv0&ob=av2e: I saw these guys at this year's Big Day Out, and I must say they were nothing short of exceptional. 'I'm the king, and she's my queen, bitch!' may be poking fun at the Royal Family or Elvis Presley or whatever, I wouldn't know. The music video is a paintball player's wet dream.
126. MGMT - Time To Pretend (2008) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9dSYgd5Elk&ob=av2e: Who'd a thunked it? A spacy electro number lampooning the desired yet derided rock and roll lifestyle. And in case you're wondering, these guys had more quality tunes than 'Electric Feel'. The album with which his track was on is one of the best albums of last decade. Period. Try not to hum to the keyboard riff on this one, it can get very addictive upon repeated listenings.
125. Eagles of Death Metal - Stuck In The Metal (Middle With You) (2004) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmfDlUbwEVY: Hands up if the original version conjures up the memory of that guy getting his ear cut off in Reservoir Dogs. Yep, that makes two of us. However there's no razors on the desensitised mind when this cover comes on. EODM are a band who sound like they're having fun while recording, and it shows in this one.
124. Peaches - Boys Wanna Be Her (2006) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JRwVoKs_nU&ob=av2e: 'Doof, doof, doof, doof, doof, doof, doof, doof, wah wowwwww' opens this glam rock/electro number. A single from the double entendred album Impeach My Bush, Peaches will have you bouncing off the walls by the time the steely chorus comes on. Look out for the once extinct keytar in the music video. How 80s.
123. The Strokes - New York City Cops (2001) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhgYg_ktRdE: The Strokes had the misfortune of releasing their debut album three weeks after 9/11, and out of respect they withdrew this song upon release. When the album was re-released a year later they brought the track back, and I am glad they did. A sarcastic ode to that typical crazy ex partner, with a stab at the fine police men and women of the NYPD thrown in for good measure.
122. The Streets - Fit But You Know It (2004) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Qg3rQfeZv4: I thought I'd write this one in a Cockneystyle, OK here goes: This fing is great ya? Bangin' beats and mean rythms are wicked, innit? Now sod off to the next track you bloomin' codger. I best stick with proper English.....
121. Kelis - Milkshake (2003) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AwXKJoKJz4&ob=av2e: After listening to this surprise monster track, we can conclude that Kelis' milkshake is definitely better than yours. This megahit rocketed to number one all around the world in the summer of 2003, and Kelis became a worldwide sensation, albeit for a short period of time. You gotta love the accompanying dirty backing track to Kelis' seducing vixen like vocals.
120. Stereophonics - Dakota (2005) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUHjDJxkcSE: Let me feel like the one, let me feel like the one' exclaims the lead singer during the chorus while in time with the screeching guitar notes in the background. These Welsh rockers really know how to churn out a hit with honest and meaningful lyrics.
119. Audioslave - Cochise (2002) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDMvN45sjo4&ob=av2e: What do you get when you mix Soundgarden's ballsy lead vocalist, and three quarters of rapcore protest band Rage Against The Machine in a blender and flick the switch? Ballsy alternative rock drivers like this one off their eponymous debut album. We have to thank the rock gods for this merger as well as this gutsy opening track.
118. Bluejuice - Vitriol (2007) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ldBhDmvWFXE: Talk about a great find by alternative music station Triple J. The Aussie indie pop rockers have fun and excitement reverberating through their catchy indie electro offerings. This is a groovy sing along by an energetic homegrown outfit. Their music video to this parodies occults and secret societies.
117. The New Pornographers - Letter From An Occupant (2002) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBAUQaj6EJo: What? They're not up and coming adult filmmakers? Gosh darn it, my mistake..........this gorgeous indie tune with endearing female vocals and harmonic wooing choruses can put a smile on anyone's face. Now to find my copy of the Debbie Does Dallas Limited Edition DVD....
116. Rihanna Feat. Jay Z - Umbrella (2007) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvBfHwUxHIk&ob=av2n: By this stage Rihanna was sick of the goody goody demeanour she unwillingly presented to the public. Her edgy and daring album Good Girl Gone Bad blew her image out of the water a nanosecond after its release. With help from Hova and with some tremendous production values at her disposal, Rihanna crafted this endearing and pounding RnB love song. You could say that this is very stellar, ellar, ellar, ey ey ey.
115. Karnivool - Shutterspeed (2005) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlxm3GdpjYE&ob=av2n: Think of these Perthians as a band like Tool if they played in proper time signatures. Of course that would be more related to their newer music. Shutterspeed delivers an alternative metal cruchfest driven on by thumping drums, harmonic vocals, tuned down guitars and a bassline that would wake the dead. It is absolutely perfect for those relaxing Sunday afternoons at home curled up with a green tea and a home magazine.
114. Nine Inch Nails - Capital G (2007) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JU042ICxC0A&feature=fvst: Mr Reznor expresses his outrage over former US president Bush and his stance on war in this hard hitting industrial number. He pushes the button and drops the bomb, and by bomb I mean this vigorous track.
113. Phoenix - 1901 (2009) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiQppszlXrg: These French alt rockers deliver a gracious ode to the good old 20th Century. Their catchy guitars and spacy accompaniment is smooth and of a good spirit. It is an absolute delight that deserves repeat listens.
112. TV On The Radio - Wolf Like Me (2006) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5R_6aC6m9Xg: Everyone has heard of the fantastical metamorposis from an average homo sapien to a feisty lycanthrope as seen and heard through many pieces of literature. These American indie rockers haunt us with a late era Black Keys-type groove, coupled with a precise layering of guitars, choral wails and drums. You will want to bark at the moon upon your first listen.
111. Vampire Weekend - A-Punk (2008) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XC2mqcMMGQ&ob=av2e: This is indie rock at its most purest, its most tantalising, and at its most eccentric. The tribal Afro drum beats make this track for me. Another winner by a winning band.
110. Santogold - L.E.S. Artistes (2008) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCeZzW54a2o: I don't know much about this artist, but if this finely assembled electro-punk/glam rock tune is anything to go by, I better store up some iTunes credit and buy some more of her material (or pirate it, whichever's easier).
109. R Kelly - Ignition (Remix) (2002) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6y_4_b6RS8&ob=av2e: After his scandolous teenage molestation allegations, Mr R. Kelly took a different musical direction. Gone were the long winded rap operas, all this man needed was a simple accessible hit which would take him from rich to filthy rich. With Kristyle flowing, stretch Navigators, and butt loads of food AND 'the' afterparty, R.K. is sure to entice you into this hedonistic fantasy.
108. Foo Fighters - Best of You (2005) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_L4Rixya64&ob=av2e: Surprisingly the Fooeys went a little bit stale after the release of their fifth studio album In Your Honor on the back of three terrific albums in the 90s and one in the 2000s. Grohl and co. found new pleasures in playing in huge stadiums, a feat seen as only a distant thought at the time of the band's inception. The Fooeys took a more gospel approach to their lead single, and it's quite liberating to hear Mr Grohl stick up for the common man and question our humanity for about 4 or so minutes.
107. The White Stripes - Little Acorns (2003) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZrZZtxtQNo: How could you feel nothing but jubilation for the determined protagonist Janet? A preamble by a very familiar voiceover is proceeded by crunching guitars, and flailing drum beats, with a few palm muted verses by Jack White thrown in to simmer it down for moments at a time. Definitely one of the most headbanging tracks off their Elephant album.
106. Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Gold Lion (2006) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMMkP_ofpXg&ob=av2e: Yeah Yeahs Yeahs are one of those bands that you are proud to be associated with. Lead singer Karen O questions her integrity to the We Will Rock You style drum pattern and accompanying guitar licks and keyboard riffs. Listen out for the steady overdriven conclusion at the climax of the song.
105. Nine Inch Nails - Only (2005) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDsqpeiTqg8&ob=av2e: This man needs no introduction. His second track on the list is a simple percussion and synth driven track with lyrics he describes as 'The concept of referring to oneself as 'you' or 'only' in one's inner mental dialogue.' Pretty deep for guy who wants to fuck you like an animal. Best served over a Sunday arvo drive to the beach.
104. Kings of Leon - Black Thumbnail (2007) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqHhNOdAvs0: Everyone is well aware of the unexpected fame that this Southern rock and roll band attained in the space of five years since their debut album. Their later material is played regularly at various roughneck pubs and blue light discos, and the term 'Sex on Fire' has been changed from an unbearable sexual experience to a sexy demeanour particularly for females. Before KOL rolled around in money baths, this arena rock number off their third studio album showed that the band still had their hearts in the past but their minds in the future.
103. The Strokes - Under Control (2003) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xT8gx5cgx4Q: Not every Strokes song has to have illegible rambling and post punk guitar work. This one is a medium tempo song that sounds like it should have been added to the soundtrack of a late 90s/early 2000s coming of age teen film.
102. The White Stripes - Hotel Yorba (2001) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZPEUyiNcjA&ob=av2e: This country and western tinged jamboree is so unconventional for the Stripes that it is marvellous. Given that it was their first commercially released single, the virgin listeners may have been under the impression that the band would be some hick country folk duo who learned their instruments while listening to the Deliverance soundtrack. Boy were we wrong.
I hope you enjoyed the first 50 soongs on my list. Look out for my next blog: My Top 150 Songs of the 2000s - 100-51.
Toodles :)
111. Vampire Weekend - A-Punk (2008) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XC2mqcMMGQ&ob=av2e: This is indie rock at its most purest, its most tantalising, and at its most eccentric. The tribal Afro drum beats make this track for me. Another winner by a winning band.
110. Santogold - L.E.S. Artistes (2008) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCeZzW54a2o: I don't know much about this artist, but if this finely assembled electro-punk/glam rock tune is anything to go by, I better store up some iTunes credit and buy some more of her material (or pirate it, whichever's easier).
109. R Kelly - Ignition (Remix) (2002) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6y_4_b6RS8&ob=av2e: After his scandolous teenage molestation allegations, Mr R. Kelly took a different musical direction. Gone were the long winded rap operas, all this man needed was a simple accessible hit which would take him from rich to filthy rich. With Kristyle flowing, stretch Navigators, and butt loads of food AND 'the' afterparty, R.K. is sure to entice you into this hedonistic fantasy.
108. Foo Fighters - Best of You (2005) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_L4Rixya64&ob=av2e: Surprisingly the Fooeys went a little bit stale after the release of their fifth studio album In Your Honor on the back of three terrific albums in the 90s and one in the 2000s. Grohl and co. found new pleasures in playing in huge stadiums, a feat seen as only a distant thought at the time of the band's inception. The Fooeys took a more gospel approach to their lead single, and it's quite liberating to hear Mr Grohl stick up for the common man and question our humanity for about 4 or so minutes.
107. The White Stripes - Little Acorns (2003) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZrZZtxtQNo: How could you feel nothing but jubilation for the determined protagonist Janet? A preamble by a very familiar voiceover is proceeded by crunching guitars, and flailing drum beats, with a few palm muted verses by Jack White thrown in to simmer it down for moments at a time. Definitely one of the most headbanging tracks off their Elephant album.
106. Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Gold Lion (2006) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMMkP_ofpXg&ob=av2e: Yeah Yeahs Yeahs are one of those bands that you are proud to be associated with. Lead singer Karen O questions her integrity to the We Will Rock You style drum pattern and accompanying guitar licks and keyboard riffs. Listen out for the steady overdriven conclusion at the climax of the song.
105. Nine Inch Nails - Only (2005) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDsqpeiTqg8&ob=av2e: This man needs no introduction. His second track on the list is a simple percussion and synth driven track with lyrics he describes as 'The concept of referring to oneself as 'you' or 'only' in one's inner mental dialogue.' Pretty deep for guy who wants to fuck you like an animal. Best served over a Sunday arvo drive to the beach.
104. Kings of Leon - Black Thumbnail (2007) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqHhNOdAvs0: Everyone is well aware of the unexpected fame that this Southern rock and roll band attained in the space of five years since their debut album. Their later material is played regularly at various roughneck pubs and blue light discos, and the term 'Sex on Fire' has been changed from an unbearable sexual experience to a sexy demeanour particularly for females. Before KOL rolled around in money baths, this arena rock number off their third studio album showed that the band still had their hearts in the past but their minds in the future.
103. The Strokes - Under Control (2003) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xT8gx5cgx4Q: Not every Strokes song has to have illegible rambling and post punk guitar work. This one is a medium tempo song that sounds like it should have been added to the soundtrack of a late 90s/early 2000s coming of age teen film.
102. The White Stripes - Hotel Yorba (2001) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZPEUyiNcjA&ob=av2e: This country and western tinged jamboree is so unconventional for the Stripes that it is marvellous. Given that it was their first commercially released single, the virgin listeners may have been under the impression that the band would be some hick country folk duo who learned their instruments while listening to the Deliverance soundtrack. Boy were we wrong.
I hope you enjoyed the first 50 soongs on my list. Look out for my next blog: My Top 150 Songs of the 2000s - 100-51.
Toodles :)
Great list so far what comes next
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