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2XS - Playing 'We Are What We Are' by THE OTHER ONES (from 1987). For some reason, the Aussie

Playing 'Stripped' by LONGVIEW (from 2004). Covering Martin Gore's Depeche Mode classic are the Manchester moody indies, Rob McVey, Doug Morch, Aidan Banks and Matt Dabbs

2XS - Playing 'Stripped' by LONGVIEW (from 2004). Covering Martin Gore's Depeche Mode classic are the Manchester moody indies, Rob McVey, Doug Morch, Aidan Banks and Matt Dabbs

Playing 'I Like Your Look' by BLOSSOMS (from Gary 2025). Tom Ogden's Stockport band is an 'alliance of best friends, all born in the same hospital, Stepping Hill'. This is their fifth studio album

2XS - Playing 'I Like Your Look' by BLOSSOMS (from Gary 2025). Tom Ogden's Stockport band is an 'alliance of best friends, all born in the same hospital, Stepping Hill'. This is their fifth studio album

Playing 'Church Roof' by FRANCE, YOU'RE ON YOUR OWN (from 2024). Mayan Jeroen and Ciaran Francis Dooley say their fascinating song 'depicts the decline of Britain, likened to the futility of a local church fundraiser'

2XS - Playing 'Church Roof' by FRANCE, YOU'RE ON YOUR OWN (from 2024). Mayan Jeroen and Ciaran Francis Dooley say their fascinating song 'depicts the decline of Britain, likened to the futility of a local church fundraiser'

2XS - Playing 'Trouble With Dreams' by EELS (from Blinking Lights And Other Revelations 2005). This was the sixth album from E (Mark Oliver Everett)

Playing 'Turn Up The Mains' by JESSE MALIN (from New York Before The War 2015). The New Yorker was originally a member of the hardcore band Heart Attack. His solo music is much more sesnitive! He pared this album down from close to forty songs

2XS - Playing 'Turn Up The Mains' by JESSE MALIN (from New York Before The War 2015). The New Yorker was originally a member of the hardcore band Heart Attack. His solo music is much more sesnitive! He pared this album down from close to forty songs

Playing 'Rosalie' by BOB SEGER (from Back In '72 1973). Even back then, this was Robert Clark Seger's 6th studio album. It contained this tribute (later covered by Thin Lizzy) to Rosalie Trombley, the legendary Programmer of Canada's CKLW Top 40 rad

2XS - Playing 'Rosalie' by BOB SEGER (from Back In '72 1973). Even back then, this was Robert Clark Seger's 6th studio album. It contained this tribute (later covered by Thin Lizzy) to Rosalie Trombley, the legendary Programmer of Canada's CKLW Top 40 rad

Playing 'Goddess On The Hiway' by MERCURY REV (from Deserter's Songs 1998). The Buffalo, NY, band's core members were Jonathan Donahue, Sean Mackowiak (aka Grasshopper). This was their breakthrough 4th album

2XS - Playing 'Goddess On The Hiway' by MERCURY REV (from Deserter's Songs 1998). The Buffalo, NY, band's core members were Jonathan Donahue, Sean Mackowiak (aka Grasshopper). This was their breakthrough 4th album

2XS - Playing 'Finding Out True Love Is Blind' by LOUIS XIV (from The Best Little Secrets Are Kept 2005). This was the fine San Diego indie

Playing 'Flying High' by JENNY DON'T AND THE SPURS (from Broken Hearted Blue 2024). With nods to Lee Hazlewood and Duane Eddy, the Portland (Oregon, USA) band cross from indie

2XS - Playing 'Flying High' by JENNY DON'T AND THE SPURS (from Broken Hearted Blue 2024). With nods to Lee Hazlewood and Duane Eddy, the Portland (Oregon, USA) band cross from indie

2XS - Playing 'Ready To Go Home' by PRIMAL SCREAM (from Come Ahead 2024).

Playing 'Astounded (ft Curtis Mayfield)' by BRAN VAN 3000 (from Discosis 2001). The Montreal 'Drinking In L.A.' band approached Curtis to sing this song but he was too ill. Instead, he allowed the use of an existing 'Move On Up' accapella, and died

2XS - Playing 'Astounded (ft Curtis Mayfield)' by BRAN VAN 3000 (from Discosis 2001). The Montreal 'Drinking In L.A.' band approached Curtis to sing this song but he was too ill. Instead, he allowed the use of an existing 'Move On Up' accapella, and died

Playing 'Pepper' by BUTTHOLE SURFERS (from Electriclarryland 1996). Gabby Haines founded the experimental rock band with Paul Leary in San Antonio, Texas, in 1981. This was their 'outrageous' single

2XS - Playing 'Pepper' by BUTTHOLE SURFERS (from Electriclarryland 1996). Gabby Haines founded the experimental rock band with Paul Leary in San Antonio, Texas, in 1981. This was their 'outrageous' single

2XS - Playing 'Supersoaker' by KINGS OF LEON (from Mechanical Bull 2013). This was the first single from the Jesus

2XS - Playing 'Here Come The Nice' by SMALL FACES (from 1967). Now with the newly

Playing 'Respectable Street' by XTC (from 1981). Bring on the 'punks'... all signed to the corporate EMI. XTC was started in Swindon in 1972 by Andy Partridge and they released this single on 27 Mar 1981

2XS - Playing 'Respectable Street' by XTC (from 1981). Bring on the 'punks'... all signed to the corporate EMI. XTC was started in Swindon in 1972 by Andy Partridge and they released this single on 27 Mar 1981

2XS - Playing 'Whatever It Takes' by IMAGINE DRAGONS (from Evolve 2017). The Las Vegas alt

2XS - Playing 'Cry For Me' by MAGDALENA BAY (from Imaginal Disk 2024). The Miami alt

2XS - Playing 'Angela' by DOPAMINE (from 2024). Not the Japanese, Welsh, Scottish or other Oz band of the same name, Finley Miller's five

2XS - Playing 'All Stars' by GRAFTON PRIMARY (from Eon 2009). GP are Melbourne synth

Playing 'The Rain Song' by LED ZEPPELIN (from Houses Of The Holy 1973). The acclaimed fifth album from Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and John Bonham

2XS - Playing 'The Rain Song' by LED ZEPPELIN (from Houses Of The Holy 1973). The acclaimed fifth album from Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and John Bonham

Playing 'Over My Head' by FLEETWOOD MAC (from 1976). Released on 27 Feb 1976, this is the single version of the song from their first U.S. album, with the band now newly augmented by Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks. Christine McVie wrote and si

2XS - Playing 'Over My Head' by FLEETWOOD MAC (from 1976). Released on 27 Feb 1976, this is the single version of the song from their first U.S. album, with the band now newly augmented by Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks. Christine McVie wrote and si

Playing 'Sweet Child Of Mine' by AKASHA (from 1998). Brixton's Charlie Casey and Damian Hand were originally signed to the excellent Wall Of Sound label (later moving to Ra Recordings). From their album 'Cinematique', this is an edited version of t

2XS - Playing 'Sweet Child Of Mine' by AKASHA (from 1998). Brixton's Charlie Casey and Damian Hand were originally signed to the excellent Wall Of Sound label (later moving to Ra Recordings). From their album 'Cinematique', this is an edited version of t

Playing 'Baby' by ROYAL REPUBLIC (from Weekend Man 2016). From Malmo, the Swedish rockers started out in 2007. This slice of superior goodtime rock & roll is from their fourth album

2XS - Playing 'Baby' by ROYAL REPUBLIC (from Weekend Man 2016). From Malmo, the Swedish rockers started out in 2007. This slice of superior goodtime rock & roll is from their fourth album

2XS - Playing 'Pitch Black' by THE AMAZONS (from 21st Century Fiction 2024). Full

2XS - Playing 'The Recogniser' by TERRA TWIN (from 2025). The London indie

Playing 'Avalanching' by CANTALOOP (from 2014). The funky West Mids duo of Justin Metti and Dannie Dee are joined here by Sam Rogers on guest vocals. They've played alongside artists as varied as Geno Washington and the FLCs (who remixed this for t

2XS - Playing 'Avalanching' by CANTALOOP (from 2014). The funky West Mids duo of Justin Metti and Dannie Dee are joined here by Sam Rogers on guest vocals. They've played alongside artists as varied as Geno Washington and the FLCs (who remixed this for t

Playing 'Black Velvet' by ALANNAH MYLES (from Alannah Myles 1990). Alannah Myles (b.Byles) is a rock and lues singer from Toronto. She is primarily remembered for this 1989 hit, released on 26 Feb 1990

2XS - Playing 'Black Velvet' by ALANNAH MYLES (from Alannah Myles 1990). Alannah Myles (b.Byles) is a rock and lues singer from Toronto. She is primarily remembered for this 1989 hit, released on 26 Feb 1990

2XS - Playing 'Stupid Things' by INHEAVEN (from Treats 2017). The London quartet are led by the co

2XS - Playing 'The Times They Are A changin'' by BRYAN FERRY (from Dylanesque 2007). This was Mr Suave's Bob Dylan tribute album

Playing 'Lovely Rita' by THE BEATLES (from Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band 1967). The seminal eighth Beatles album came as psychedelia took hold and London was swinging! It propelled them towards 1968's double 'White Album'

2XS - Playing 'Lovely Rita' by THE BEATLES (from Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band 1967). The seminal eighth Beatles album came as psychedelia took hold and London was swinging! It propelled them towards 1968's double 'White Album'

2XS - Playing 'The American' by SIMPLE MINDS (from 1981). This single was released on 22 May 1981

Playing 'Snow Patrol' by ALPINESTARS (from White Noise 2002). The hugely talented Alpinestars are Glyn Thomas and Richard Woolgar who formed the band in Manchester in 1999

2XS - Playing 'Snow Patrol' by ALPINESTARS (from White Noise 2002). The hugely talented Alpinestars are Glyn Thomas and Richard Woolgar who formed the band in Manchester in 1999

Playing 'A Fragile Thing' by THE CURE (from Songs Of A Lost World 2025). The fourteenth album by Robert Smith's indies sees them return 16 years after '4:13 Dream', and Crawley's finest get huge critical acclaim once again

2XS - Playing 'A Fragile Thing' by THE CURE (from Songs Of A Lost World 2025). The fourteenth album by Robert Smith's indies sees them return 16 years after '4:13 Dream', and Crawley's finest get huge critical acclaim once again

2XS - Playing 'Vendetta X' by THE CULT (from Under The Midnight Sun 2022).

2XS - Playing 'Eh Mamma' by TIM BOOTH (from Bone 2004). James' lead singer puts in an impressive debut solo effort

Playing 'Running Away' by THE POLYPHONIC SPREE (from The Fragile Army 2007). This was the third album by Tim DeLaughter's Dallas choral combo. He had previously been a member of Tripping Daisy

2XS - Playing 'Running Away' by THE POLYPHONIC SPREE (from The Fragile Army 2007). This was the third album by Tim DeLaughter's Dallas choral combo. He had previously been a member of Tripping Daisy

Playing 'Boy Blue' by ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA (from Eldorado, A Symphony By The Electric Light Orchestra 1974). The band's fourth album was possibly their most under

2XS - Playing 'Boy Blue' by ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA (from Eldorado, A Symphony By The Electric Light Orchestra 1974). The band's fourth album was possibly their most under

Playing 'Reverend Black Grape' by BLACK GRAPE (from It's Great When You're Straight, Yeah 1995). Bring on Mr Shaun Ryder ana da Madchester boyz. The drums are sampled from 'California Soul', recorded by Marlina Shaw in 1969, and the harmonica is pla

2XS - Playing 'Reverend Black Grape' by BLACK GRAPE (from It's Great When You're Straight, Yeah 1995). Bring on Mr Shaun Ryder ana da Madchester boyz. The drums are sampled from 'California Soul', recorded by Marlina Shaw in 1969, and the harmonica is pla

Playing 'Fallen Angel' by ELBOW (from Cast Of Thousands 2003). The Manchester band formed in the late 90s and is a vehicle for frontman Guy Garvey's candid, evocative lyrics. This was their 2nd album

2XS - Playing 'Fallen Angel' by ELBOW (from Cast Of Thousands 2003). The Manchester band formed in the late 90s and is a vehicle for frontman Guy Garvey's candid, evocative lyrics. This was their 2nd album

2XS - Playing 'Saints And Liars' by GARY NUMAN (from Intruder 2021). The synth

Playing 'Nothing Higher' by HIMALAYAS (from 2025). The Cardiff quartet was started by teenage schoolfriends Joe Williams (ld vcls, gtr) and Mike Griffiths (vcls, ld gtr), who bonded over a love of Arctic Monkeys (as you can hear), The Strokes and T

2XS - Playing 'Nothing Higher' by HIMALAYAS (from 2025). The Cardiff quartet was started by teenage schoolfriends Joe Williams (ld vcls, gtr) and Mike Griffiths (vcls, ld gtr), who bonded over a love of Arctic Monkeys (as you can hear), The Strokes and T

2XS - Playing 'Standing In The Way Of Control' by GOSSIP (from Standing In The Way Of Control 2005). The alt

Playing 'New Sensation' by INXS (from Kick 1987). The Australian band was formed as The Farriss Brothers in 1977 in Sydney. For twenty years, they were fronted by Michael Hutchence until he was found dead in his Sydney hotel room on 22 Nov 1997. Thi

2XS - Playing 'New Sensation' by INXS (from Kick 1987). The Australian band was formed as The Farriss Brothers in 1977 in Sydney. For twenty years, they were fronted by Michael Hutchence until he was found dead in his Sydney hotel room on 22 Nov 1997. Thi

2XS - Playing 'Fat Bottomed Girls' by CITIZEN DOG (from Feed (O.S.T.) 2006). From the soundtrack of 'Feed', the Queen song is done

2XS - Playing 'It Happened Today' by CURVED AIR (from 1971). Led by the vocals of Sonja Kristina (Sonja Christina Shaw), the London prog

Playing 'Carry That Weight + You Never Give Me Your Money' by THE ORANGE BICYCLE (from 1969). Released on 10 Oct 1969, Robert F. Scales' North London outfit had previously acted as backing band for the duo, Paul and Barry Ryan. This Beatles cover w

2XS - Playing 'Carry That Weight + You Never Give Me Your Money' by THE ORANGE BICYCLE (from 1969). Released on 10 Oct 1969, Robert F. Scales' North London outfit had previously acted as backing band for the duo, Paul and Barry Ryan. This Beatles cover w

2XS - Playing 'New Year's Day' by U2 (from War 1983). Bring on Paul David Hewson ('Bono Vox of O'Connell Street'), Essex

Playing 'Uprising' by MUSE (from The Resistance 2009). The Devon muses are Matthew Bellamy, Chris Wolstenholme & Dominic Howard. This is their 5th album

2XS - Playing 'Uprising' by MUSE (from The Resistance 2009). The Devon muses are Matthew Bellamy, Chris Wolstenholme & Dominic Howard. This is their 5th album

2XS - Playing 'May I Comply' by HEARTWORMS (from 2024). Bring on London's Josephine 'Jojo' Orme

Playing 'Hurt' by DEAD POET SOCIETY (from 2025). The Boston (USA) rockers are Jack Underkofler (vcls), Jack Collins (gtr), Nick Taylor (bass), and Will Goodroad (drms). The Warning's Dany & Pau are the featured vocalists on this remix of the track

2XS - Playing 'Hurt' by DEAD POET SOCIETY (from 2025). The Boston (USA) rockers are Jack Underkofler (vcls), Jack Collins (gtr), Nick Taylor (bass), and Will Goodroad (drms). The Warning's Dany & Pau are the featured vocalists on this remix of the track

2XS - Playing 'Come About' by LOVE'N'JOY (from Come About (EP) 2018). Anton Pushkar, Andrii Sukhariev, and Sergey Zlobin are three Ukranians mad for Brit

Playing 'Gravity' by THE JASMINE MINKS (from 2019). The Aberdeen band have been firm local favourites since the 80s, and were the first band to be signed by Creation Records guru, Alan McGhee. They've now returned to delight us with this single

2XS - Playing 'Gravity' by THE JASMINE MINKS (from 2019). The Aberdeen band have been firm local favourites since the 80s, and were the first band to be signed by Creation Records guru, Alan McGhee. They've now returned to delight us with this single

Playing 'Here Comes The Weekend' by DAVE EDMUNDS (from 1976). Cardiff's David Edmunds was a member of Love Sculpture in the late 60s, and later Rockpile in 1976. Co

2XS - Playing 'Here Comes The Weekend' by DAVE EDMUNDS (from 1976). Cardiff's David Edmunds was a member of Love Sculpture in the late 60s, and later Rockpile in 1976. Co

2XS - Playing 'Groovy Train' by THE FARM (from 1990). From Liverpool but heavily influenced by Madchester

Playing 'Messed Up World' by THE PRETTY RECKLESS (from Going To Hell 2014). The New York band is fronted by Taylor Michel Momsen, who happily turns out to be the 'real deal', after starting out as a 2

2XS - Playing 'Messed Up World' by THE PRETTY RECKLESS (from Going To Hell 2014). The New York band is fronted by Taylor Michel Momsen, who happily turns out to be the 'real deal', after starting out as a 2

Playing 'City Lights' by THE WAEVE (from City Lights 2024). This is the second album by Blur's Graham Coxon with Rose Elinor Dougall. They met at a bar in Islington in 2004

2XS - Playing 'City Lights' by THE WAEVE (from City Lights 2024). This is the second album by Blur's Graham Coxon with Rose Elinor Dougall. They met at a bar in Islington in 2004

2XS - Playing 'Born With A Broken Heart' by DAMIANO DAVID (from 2025). Rome's Damiano David is also the frontman of the band Maneskin

2XS - Playing 'You're Not Alone' by EMBRACE (from Drawn From Memory 2000). Embrace are from Bailiff Bridge, Brighouse, West Yorkshire. The line

Playing 'Paranoid' by BLACK SABBATH (from Paranoid 1970). This was the second album by Birmingham's Tony Iommi, Ozzy Osbourne, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward, and the sixth release on the then

2XS - Playing 'Paranoid' by BLACK SABBATH (from Paranoid 1970). This was the second album by Birmingham's Tony Iommi, Ozzy Osbourne, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward, and the sixth release on the then

Playing 'The Way You Used To Do' by QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE (from Villains 2017). Mark Ronson has produced the Burbank rockers' 7th studio album. This was the first single

2XS - Playing 'The Way You Used To Do' by QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE (from Villains 2017). Mark Ronson has produced the Burbank rockers' 7th studio album. This was the first single

Playing 'You Really Got Me' by THE KINKS (from Kinks 1964). From the band's debut album, this UK #1 was the Muswell hillbillies' third single and featured future Led Zeppelin founder and guitarist, Jimmy Page, on tambourine. It was relased on 7 Aug

2XS - Playing 'You Really Got Me' by THE KINKS (from Kinks 1964). From the band's debut album, this UK #1 was the Muswell hillbillies' third single and featured future Led Zeppelin founder and guitarist, Jimmy Page, on tambourine. It was relased on 7 Aug

2XS - Playing 'Big Wedge' by FISH (from Vigil In A Wilderness Of Mirrors 1989). Derek William Dick from Dalkeith, better known as Fish from Marillion...

2XS - Playing 'Little Black Submarines' by THE BLACK KEYS (from El Camino 2011). The Ohio garage

Playing 'Love, If You Want It' by TRNDS (from 2024). The highly talented production foursome are based in Glasgow and recorded this in frontman Thom's Airdrie studio

2XS - Playing 'Love, If You Want It' by TRNDS (from 2024). The highly talented production foursome are based in Glasgow and recorded this in frontman Thom's Airdrie studio

2XS - Playing 'My Own Soul's Warning' by THE KILLERS (from Imploding The Mirage 2020). Brandon Flowers' Las Vegas rockers release their follow

Playing 'Mr. Writer' by STEREOPHONICS (from Just Enough Education To Perform 2001). The Welsh wizards are Kelly Jones, Javier Weyler, Richard Jones and Stuart Cable (since departed)

2XS - Playing 'Mr. Writer' by STEREOPHONICS (from Just Enough Education To Perform 2001). The Welsh wizards are Kelly Jones, Javier Weyler, Richard Jones and Stuart Cable (since departed)

2XS - Playing 'Rapture Riders' by BLONDIE VS THE DOORS (from Mashup Heaven 2006). Mash

Playing 'We're An American Band' by GRAND FUNK RAILROAD (from We're An American Band 1973). Originally just 'Grand Funk', the band's eventual name is a nod towards the 'Grand Trunk Railroad', a railway line that ran through the band's home town of F

2XS - Playing 'We're An American Band' by GRAND FUNK RAILROAD (from We're An American Band 1973). Originally just 'Grand Funk', the band's eventual name is a nod towards the 'Grand Trunk Railroad', a railway line that ran through the band's home town of F

2XS - Playing 'Long Shot' by AIMEE MANN (from I'm With Stupid 1995). The former Til Tuesday singer is also the wife of songwriter Michael Penn

Playing 'The Bitter End' by SLYDIGS (from Never To Be Tamed 2012). The Warrington tunesmiths are produced by George Shilling (known for his work with Primal Scream and Ocean Colour Scene) and are favourites at Man Utd matchdays. They claim influence

2XS - Playing 'The Bitter End' by SLYDIGS (from Never To Be Tamed 2012). The Warrington tunesmiths are produced by George Shilling (known for his work with Primal Scream and Ocean Colour Scene) and are favourites at Man Utd matchdays. They claim influence

Playing 'St. Charles Square' by BLUR (from The Ballad Of Darren 2023). Now chums again, London's Damon Albarn, Graham Coxon, Alex James and Dave Rowntree present their ninth studio album

2XS - Playing 'St. Charles Square' by BLUR (from The Ballad Of Darren 2023). Now chums again, London's Damon Albarn, Graham Coxon, Alex James and Dave Rowntree present their ninth studio album

Playing 'Broken' by ELA MINUS (from Dia 2025). Bogota's Gabriela Jimeno Caldas was a hard rock drummer from 12 to 18, when she left for the USA. This is her second album, with songs co

2XS - Playing 'Broken' by ELA MINUS (from Dia 2025). Bogota's Gabriela Jimeno Caldas was a hard rock drummer from 12 to 18, when she left for the USA. This is her second album, with songs co

2XS - Playing 'Feeling A Moment' by FEEDER (from Pushing The Senses 2004). This was the fifth album by Grant Nicholas' Welsh indies

2XS - Playing 'Million Miles Away' by THE OFFSPRING (from Conspiracy Of One 2000). The California punk

Playing 'Here It Comes' by THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE (from And This Is Our Music 2003). Anton Newcombe started the BJM in San Francisco in the early 90s. The name is a mix of Stones' guitarist Brian Jones and the mass cult suicide in Jonestown, G

2XS - Playing 'Here It Comes' by THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE (from And This Is Our Music 2003). Anton Newcombe started the BJM in San Francisco in the early 90s. The name is a mix of Stones' guitarist Brian Jones and the mass cult suicide in Jonestown, G

Playing 'Hey Bulldog' by THE BEATLES (from Yellow Submarine (O.S.T.) 1969). The band's 10th studio album comprised only one side of Beatles songs, of which four (including this) were original. The second side features the symphonic film score compos

2XS - Playing 'Hey Bulldog' by THE BEATLES (from Yellow Submarine (O.S.T.) 1969). The band's 10th studio album comprised only one side of Beatles songs, of which four (including this) were original. The second side features the symphonic film score compos

Playing 'You Don't Walk Away From Love' by PEACE (from Kindness Is The New Rock And Roll 2018). Formed by brothers Harrison and Samuel Koisser, this is the second album by the Worcester soft

2XS - Playing 'You Don't Walk Away From Love' by PEACE (from Kindness Is The New Rock And Roll 2018). Formed by brothers Harrison and Samuel Koisser, this is the second album by the Worcester soft

Playing 'Tomorrow Never Knows' by PHIL COLLINS (from Face Value 1981). This was the Genesis drummer's first solo (and a #1) album, and the forerunner of two decades of hit singles. He started playing the drums at age 5, and in his teens was the Artf

2XS - Playing 'Tomorrow Never Knows' by PHIL COLLINS (from Face Value 1981). This was the Genesis drummer's first solo (and a #1) album, and the forerunner of two decades of hit singles. He started playing the drums at age 5, and in his teens was the Artf

Playing 'There's A Ghost In My House' by R. DEAN TAYLOR (from 1967). The Toronto singer and songwriter, Richard Dean Taylor, was the first white male to record for Motown. This is the original U.S. mono version of the song he wrote with Holland, Do

2XS - Playing 'There's A Ghost In My House' by R. DEAN TAYLOR (from 1967). The Toronto singer and songwriter, Richard Dean Taylor, was the first white male to record for Motown. This is the original U.S. mono version of the song he wrote with Holland, Do

2XS - Playing 'Fisherman's Blues' by THE WATERBOYS (from Fisherman's Blues 1988). This was the fourth album by Mike Scott's Edinburgh band

Playing 'Take It As It Is' by THE SURVIVAL CODE (from The Hopelessness Of People 2018). The band was created by Dublin drummer Gary McGuinness after moving to London, 'with a passion for energy, huge melodies and riff rocking music'. Gary Hartop is

2XS - Playing 'Take It As It Is' by THE SURVIVAL CODE (from The Hopelessness Of People 2018). The band was created by Dublin drummer Gary McGuinness after moving to London, 'with a passion for energy, huge melodies and riff rocking music'. Gary Hartop is

2XS - Playing 'Crash Into The Weekend' by THE HIVES (from The Death Of Randy Fitzsimmons 2023). The fourth album by the Swedish alt

Playing 'Company Culture' by LAMBRINI GIRLS (from Who Let The Dogs Out 2025). Unlike their eponymous drink, Brighton's Phoebe Lunny, Lilly Macieira

2XS - Playing 'Company Culture' by LAMBRINI GIRLS (from Who Let The Dogs Out 2025). Unlike their eponymous drink, Brighton's Phoebe Lunny, Lilly Macieira

2XS - Playing 'It's Just Porn Mum' by TRUCKS (from Juice 2003). This is the remix for the 2002 hit single for the British/Norwegian band, led by Olav Iversen

2XS - Playing 'Caroline' by TAX THE HEAT (from Fed To The Lions 2016). A stunning track from the Bristol band's debut album

2XS - Playing 'Teenage Depression' by EDDIE AND THE HOT RODS (from 1976). This was a classic 70s Canvey Island band

Playing 'My Country' by MIDNIGHT OIL (from Earth And Sun And Moon 1993). Known to Oz fans as 'The Oils', the activist band started out in Sydney as Farm in 1972

2XS - Playing 'My Country' by MIDNIGHT OIL (from Earth And Sun And Moon 1993). Known to Oz fans as 'The Oils', the activist band started out in Sydney as Farm in 1972

Playing 'Beautiful Day Without You' by ROYKSOPP (from The Understanding 2006). Torbjorn Brundtland & Svein Berge are from Norway. This was their second album

2XS - Playing 'Beautiful Day Without You' by ROYKSOPP (from The Understanding 2006). Torbjorn Brundtland & Svein Berge are from Norway. This was their second album

Playing 'Open Hearts (For Open Parks)' by NOVELISTME (from 2024). Recording in London and Brooklyn, Andrew Price impressively reinvents distorted guitar rock. Well timed, too, as we head towards the third generation (mid

2XS - Playing 'Open Hearts (For Open Parks)' by NOVELISTME (from 2024). Recording in London and Brooklyn, Andrew Price impressively reinvents distorted guitar rock. Well timed, too, as we head towards the third generation (mid

2XS - Playing 'Volumes Of Silence' by THE FODS (from Don't Argue (EP) 2024). A rather wonderful chunk of indie

Playing 'Bad Blood' by SUPERGRASS (from Diamond Hoo Ha 2008). This was the Oxford indie band's 6th studio album and their first new material since 2005's 'Road To Rouen'

2XS - Playing 'Bad Blood' by SUPERGRASS (from Diamond Hoo Ha 2008). This was the Oxford indie band's 6th studio album and their first new material since 2005's 'Road To Rouen'

Playing 'Sillyworld' by STONE SOUR (from Come What(ever) May 2006). Sounding more like another Nickelback clone, this was the second studio album by Slipknot's Corey Taylor's 'other' band, and was released in August 2006

2XS - Playing 'Sillyworld' by STONE SOUR (from Come What(ever) May 2006). Sounding more like another Nickelback clone, this was the second studio album by Slipknot's Corey Taylor's 'other' band, and was released in August 2006

Playing 'Trash' by ROXY MUSIC (from Manifesto 1979). Just before the sugar completely took over: featuring Bryan Ferry, Phil Manzanera, Andy MacKay, Gary Tibbs, Paul Thompson, Alan Spenner and Paul Carrack

2XS - Playing 'Trash' by ROXY MUSIC (from Manifesto 1979). Just before the sugar completely took over: featuring Bryan Ferry, Phil Manzanera, Andy MacKay, Gary Tibbs, Paul Thompson, Alan Spenner and Paul Carrack

Playing 'She's Always On The Run' by DEVILFIRE (from Rhapsody In Motion 2017). Davey Bennet's Birmingham rockers include former members of Hanging Doll, Pop Will Eat Itself, The Uli Jon Roth Band, Anger Rising and Vampires Rock

2XS - Playing 'She's Always On The Run' by DEVILFIRE (from Rhapsody In Motion 2017). Davey Bennet's Birmingham rockers include former members of Hanging Doll, Pop Will Eat Itself, The Uli Jon Roth Band, Anger Rising and Vampires Rock

Playing 'Hey Grandma' by MOBY GRAPE (from Moby Grape 1967). Formed by Skip Spence after he left Jefferson Airplane, Moby Grape were 'San Franciso's most intense group'. This was the b

2XS - Playing 'Hey Grandma' by MOBY GRAPE (from Moby Grape 1967). Formed by Skip Spence after he left Jefferson Airplane, Moby Grape were 'San Franciso's most intense group'. This was the b

Playing 'The One I Love' by R.E.M. (from Document 1987). The Athens, Georgia, band was formed in 1980 by lead singer Michael Stipe, lead guitarist Peter Buck, bassist

2XS - Playing 'The One I Love' by R.E.M. (from Document 1987). The Athens, Georgia, band was formed in 1980 by lead singer Michael Stipe, lead guitarist Peter Buck, bassist

2XS - Playing 'Children Of The Revolution' by ELEANOR FRIEDBERGER (from Under The Covers 2014). The Illinois singer, songwriter and multi

Playing 'Mother Teresa' by BARNS COURTNEY (from 2025). We were told that Aylesbury's Barnaby George Courtney worked at PC World while earning the money to make this record. Actually, he spent his younger years in L.A. and has never been short of a

2XS - Playing 'Mother Teresa' by BARNS COURTNEY (from 2025). We were told that Aylesbury's Barnaby George Courtney worked at PC World while earning the money to make this record. Actually, he spent his younger years in L.A. and has never been short of a

Playing 'Pretty Boy' by NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS (from Council Skies 2023). Johnny Marr plays guitar on the Mancy Lad's 2023 album. Even Liam is reported to be a fan

2XS - Playing 'Pretty Boy' by NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS (from Council Skies 2023). Johnny Marr plays guitar on the Mancy Lad's 2023 album. Even Liam is reported to be a fan

2XS - Playing 'Beast' by PUPPY (from Vol II (EP) 2017). A fabulous slice of post

Playing 'Underture' by THE WHO (from Tommy 1969). The second 'rock opera' (following The Pretty Things' 'S. F. Sorrow' the previous year), was written by Pete Townshend

2XS - Playing 'Underture' by THE WHO (from Tommy 1969). The second 'rock opera' (following The Pretty Things' 'S. F. Sorrow' the previous year), was written by Pete Townshend

2XS - Playing 'Mama Told Me Not To Come' by THREE DOG NIGHT (from It Ain't Easy 1970). The psychedelic vocal

Playing 'International Bright Young Thing' by JESUS JONES (from Doubt 1991). The second album by the Wiltshire band which was started in 1986 by Mike Edwards, Jerry De Borg, Alan Doughty, Iain Baker & Tony Arthy. Unfortunately, they were early casua

2XS - Playing 'International Bright Young Thing' by JESUS JONES (from Doubt 1991). The second album by the Wiltshire band which was started in 1986 by Mike Edwards, Jerry De Borg, Alan Doughty, Iain Baker & Tony Arthy. Unfortunately, they were early casua

2XS - Playing 'Beggarman' by SMOOVE AND TURRELL (from Antique Soul 2009). Classy soul from Newcastle's Jonathan Scott Watson and John Turrell

Playing 'Filthy' by LANSDOWNE (from Medicine 2023). The Boston (USA) rockers are Jon Ricci (vcls), Shaun Lichtenstein (ld gtr, vcls), Glenn Mungo (drms), Josh Waterman (gtr, vcls), and Mike LaRoche (Bbass)

2XS - Playing 'Filthy' by LANSDOWNE (from Medicine 2023). The Boston (USA) rockers are Jon Ricci (vcls), Shaun Lichtenstein (ld gtr, vcls), Glenn Mungo (drms), Josh Waterman (gtr, vcls), and Mike LaRoche (Bbass)

Playing 'Optimystic' by BEN KWELLER (from Cover The Mirrors 2025). San Francisco's Benjamin Lev Kweller was a 2XS favourite some years ago. Good to hear he's back!

2XS - Playing 'Optimystic' by BEN KWELLER (from Cover The Mirrors 2025). San Francisco's Benjamin Lev Kweller was a 2XS favourite some years ago. Good to hear he's back!

Playing 'Good Times' by THE RUBYS (from 2014). Manchester's The Rubys formed in 2010 and have become a fixture on the north west gig circuit, supporting The Charlatans and The Buzzcocks

2XS - Playing 'Good Times' by THE RUBYS (from 2014). Manchester's The Rubys formed in 2010 and have become a fixture on the north west gig circuit, supporting The Charlatans and The Buzzcocks

Playing 'Psyche Rock' by PIERRE HENRY (from 1997). Originally released by Les Yper Sound (Pierre Henry and Michel Colombier) in 1967, this is the Norman Cook (Fatboy Slim) re

2XS - Playing 'Psyche Rock' by PIERRE HENRY (from 1997). Originally released by Les Yper Sound (Pierre Henry and Michel Colombier) in 1967, this is the Norman Cook (Fatboy Slim) re

Playing 'Maybe Someday' by THE CURE (from Bloodflowers 2000). This is the third and final album in what Robert Smith descibes as his "trilogy of albums that most express The Cure"

2XS - Playing 'Maybe Someday' by THE CURE (from Bloodflowers 2000). This is the third and final album in what Robert Smith descibes as his "trilogy of albums that most express The Cure"

Playing 'My My, Hey Hey (Out Of The Blue)' by NEIL YOUNG (from Rust Never Sleeps 1979). Possibly the Greatest Living Rock Legend. This is the more sensitive version of the song which became 'Hey Hey, My My (Into The Black)'on track 9

2XS - Playing 'My My, Hey Hey (Out Of The Blue)' by NEIL YOUNG (from Rust Never Sleeps 1979). Possibly the Greatest Living Rock Legend. This is the more sensitive version of the song which became 'Hey Hey, My My (Into The Black)'on track 9

Playing 'The Mask' by ROGER GLOVER (from 1984). Brecon's Roger David Glover is best remembered as the bassist for Deep Purple and their forerunners, Episode Six. He released this single in April 1984

2XS - Playing 'The Mask' by ROGER GLOVER (from 1984). Brecon's Roger David Glover is best remembered as the bassist for Deep Purple and their forerunners, Episode Six. He released this single in April 1984

2XS - Playing '19 Days' by THE ARCADIAN KICKS (from 2010). Birmingham's Rebecca, Rebekah, Thomas and Tommy with the first single from their self

2XS - Playing 'Lost' by WE ARE BODIES (from The Love Was All We Had 2024). The English duo, Dave Pen and Robin Foster, create anthemic electro

Playing 'Slow Me' by BUSH (from The Art Of Survival 2022). Pixies fans Gavin Rossdale and Nigel Pulsford started the London band in 1992. They're now up to their eighth album, with some of their best music so far

2XS - Playing 'Slow Me' by BUSH (from The Art Of Survival 2022). Pixies fans Gavin Rossdale and Nigel Pulsford started the London band in 1992. They're now up to their eighth album, with some of their best music so far

2XS - Playing 'Getaway' by PEARL JAM (from Lightning Bolt 2013). This is the 10th album by the Seattle grunge

Playing 'Filthy / Gorgeous' by SCISSOR SISTERS (from Scissor Sisters 2004). The sharp siblings are NYC's Derek Gruen, Scott Hoffman, Ana Lynch, Patrick Secord and Jason Sellards. This was their debut album

2XS - Playing 'Filthy / Gorgeous' by SCISSOR SISTERS (from Scissor Sisters 2004). The sharp siblings are NYC's Derek Gruen, Scott Hoffman, Ana Lynch, Patrick Secord and Jason Sellards. This was their debut album

2XS - Playing 'Friends' by LED ZEPPELIN (from Led Zeppelin III 1970). The band's third album was released to yet more critical acclaim

Playing 'Woke Up This Morning' by ALABAMA 3 (from 1997). Originally from their album 'Exile On Coldharbour Lane', this achieved some mainstream success when it was used as the theme from HBO's 'Sopranos' TV series

2XS - Playing 'Woke Up This Morning' by ALABAMA 3 (from 1997). Originally from their album 'Exile On Coldharbour Lane', this achieved some mainstream success when it was used as the theme from HBO's 'Sopranos' TV series

Playing 'When We Were Beautiful' by BON JOVI (from The Circle 2009). This is Bon Jovi's eleventh studio album and this song was originally written by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora and Billy Falcon for a greatest hits album which was never made

2XS - Playing 'When We Were Beautiful' by BON JOVI (from The Circle 2009). This is Bon Jovi's eleventh studio album and this song was originally written by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora and Billy Falcon for a greatest hits album which was never made

Playing 'Step By Step' by CLOSE TO MONDAY (from Interference 2021). The band say this song is about "is about searching for harmony in the world of unrest"

2XS - Playing 'Step By Step' by CLOSE TO MONDAY (from Interference 2021). The band say this song is about "is about searching for harmony in the world of unrest"

Playing 'Fig Tree' by CHLOE SLATER (from 2025). Bournemouth's 'firebrand' songwriter (she's in Manchester now) 'fills her addictive songs with observations of the issues affecting Gen

2XS - Playing 'Fig Tree' by CHLOE SLATER (from 2025). Bournemouth's 'firebrand' songwriter (she's in Manchester now) 'fills her addictive songs with observations of the issues affecting Gen

Playing 'A Minha Menina' by THE BEES (from Sunshine Hit Me 2002). Like the Cowes Ferry, Bestival and Level 42, Paul Butler's band are from the Isle Of Wight. This was their debut album. In the US, they are called 'A Band Of Bees'

2XS - Playing 'A Minha Menina' by THE BEES (from Sunshine Hit Me 2002). Like the Cowes Ferry, Bestival and Level 42, Paul Butler's band are from the Isle Of Wight. This was their debut album. In the US, they are called 'A Band Of Bees'

2XS - Playing 'Make Her Day' by THE GO

Playing 'Let There Be Love' by SIMPLE MINDS (from Real Life 1991). The Glasgow band's 9th album was made by the trio of Jim Kerr, Charlie Burchill and Mel Gaynor, after the departure of founding member Mick MacNeil. It was released on 8 April 1991

2XS - Playing 'Let There Be Love' by SIMPLE MINDS (from Real Life 1991). The Glasgow band's 9th album was made by the trio of Jim Kerr, Charlie Burchill and Mel Gaynor, after the departure of founding member Mick MacNeil. It was released on 8 April 1991

Playing 'U Get Me High' by TOM PETTY AND THE HEARTBREAKERS (from Hypnotic Eye 2014). Returning with what was to be the band's thirteen and final album, Petty described it as a 'straight hard

2XS - Playing 'U Get Me High' by TOM PETTY AND THE HEARTBREAKERS (from Hypnotic Eye 2014). Returning with what was to be the band's thirteen and final album, Petty described it as a 'straight hard

2XS - Playing 'Long Distance Runaround' by YES (from Fragile 1971). The pomp

Playing 'Born On The Bayou' by CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL (from Bayou Country 1969). John Fogerty with rock from the bayou on their second album. In 2023, he finally regained control of his songs after a 50

2XS - Playing 'Born On The Bayou' by CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL (from Bayou Country 1969). John Fogerty with rock from the bayou on their second album. In 2023, he finally regained control of his songs after a 50

Playing 'Going Down To Liverpool' by THE BANGLES (from 1984). Susanna Hoffs and Vicki and Debbi Peterson started out in L.A. in 1980. Here they cover the excellent Kimberley Rew (Katrina And The Waves) song

2XS - Playing 'Going Down To Liverpool' by THE BANGLES (from 1984). Susanna Hoffs and Vicki and Debbi Peterson started out in L.A. in 1980. Here they cover the excellent Kimberley Rew (Katrina And The Waves) song

Playing 'Second Time Around' by UNIVERSAL HONEY (from Vicious Circles 2004). The Toronto honey was Lesley Stanwyck, accompanied by Johnny Sinclair and Darren Pfeiffer

2XS - Playing 'Second Time Around' by UNIVERSAL HONEY (from Vicious Circles 2004). The Toronto honey was Lesley Stanwyck, accompanied by Johnny Sinclair and Darren Pfeiffer

2XS - Playing 'The Lightning II' by ARCADE FIRE (from We 2022). The Montreal indie

2XS - Playing 'Dud' by GUM (from Ill Times 2025). Gum is Freemantle (Western Australia)'s Ambrose Kenny Smith and Jay Watson

Playing 'Baby Don't You Lie To Me' by THE FRATELLIS (from Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied 2015). This is the third album by the Glasgow songsmiths of whom Roger Daltrey said 'f Scotland had produced The Who, we would have been called The Fratellis'

2XS - Playing 'Baby Don't You Lie To Me' by THE FRATELLIS (from Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied 2015). This is the third album by the Glasgow songsmiths of whom Roger Daltrey said 'f Scotland had produced The Who, we would have been called The Fratellis'

2XS - Playing 'Whispers' by IAN BROWN (from Music Of The Spheres 2001). This was the third solo album by Manchester's talented and versatile Stoned Rose

Playing 'One After 909' by THE BEATLES (from Let It Be 1970). The band's 12th and final studio album was recorded in 1969, before Abbey Road, but not released until 8 May 1970, shortly after they had announced their break

2XS - Playing 'One After 909' by THE BEATLES (from Let It Be 1970). The band's 12th and final studio album was recorded in 1969, before Abbey Road, but not released until 8 May 1970, shortly after they had announced their break

2XS - Playing 'Sugar Cane' by SPACE MONKEYS (from The Daddy Of Them All 1997). The Manchester rock

2XS - Playing 'Speed Of Sound' by COLDPLAY (from X And Y 2005). Whatever your opinion of the London toff

2XS - Playing 'Bored' by SWIM SCHOOL (from 2023). The Edinburgh trio is fronted by Alice Johnson

Playing 'Magic Man' by THE ALIENS (from Luna 2008). Gordon Anderson, John MacLean & Robin Jones formed The Aliens when the Beta Band split up and Steve Mason officially went solo. This was their second album

2XS - Playing 'Magic Man' by THE ALIENS (from Luna 2008). Gordon Anderson, John MacLean & Robin Jones formed The Aliens when the Beta Band split up and Steve Mason officially went solo. This was their second album

Playing 'Reap The Wild Wind' by ULTRAVOX (from 1982). Bring on Mr Midge Ure and chums, now produced by George Martin. This single was released on 17 Sep 1982

2XS - Playing 'Reap The Wild Wind' by ULTRAVOX (from 1982). Bring on Mr Midge Ure and chums, now produced by George Martin. This single was released on 17 Sep 1982

Playing 'Breathe With Me' by COMEG (from Touched With Fire 2010). More great new music from Comeg, who began 'in a basement in Devon in 2002', or so they tell us. We first became aware of them with a track we playlisted in 2005 called 'Sleep With Me

2XS - Playing 'Breathe With Me' by COMEG (from Touched With Fire 2010). More great new music from Comeg, who began 'in a basement in Devon in 2002', or so they tell us. We first became aware of them with a track we playlisted in 2005 called 'Sleep With Me

2XS - Playing 'Hole In My Shoe' by TRAFFIC (from 1967). Released on 25 Aug 1967, this was an early outlet for Steve Winwood's strangulated vocals

Playing 'E = MC2' by BIG AUDIO DYNAMITE (from 1986). Fresh from The Clash, Mick Jones formed B.A.D. in 1984. Released as a single in Mar 1986, the original version of this hit is on their album 'This Is Big Audio Dynamite'. This track uses samples

2XS - Playing 'E = MC2' by BIG AUDIO DYNAMITE (from 1986). Fresh from The Clash, Mick Jones formed B.A.D. in 1984. Released as a single in Mar 1986, the original version of this hit is on their album 'This Is Big Audio Dynamite'. This track uses samples

Playing 'You Held The World In Your Arms' by IDLEWILD (from The Remote Part 2001). Roddy Woomble's Edinburgh band started out in 1995. They recorded a session for 2XS in 1997 and this was their3rd full album

2XS - Playing 'You Held The World In Your Arms' by IDLEWILD (from The Remote Part 2001). Roddy Woomble's Edinburgh band started out in 1995. They recorded a session for 2XS in 1997 and this was their3rd full album

2XS - Playing 'The Centre Cannot Hold' by PRIMAL SCREAM (from Come Ahead 2024).

2XS - Playing 'Feet' by FAT WHITE FAMILY (from Serfs Up! 2020). The Peckham alt

Playing 'Take The Long Road And Walk It' by THE MUSIC (from The Music 2002). The young Leeds came to prominence with this debut album. The superior original version of this song had been released as a single the previous year on Fierce Panda records

2XS - Playing 'Take The Long Road And Walk It' by THE MUSIC (from The Music 2002). The young Leeds came to prominence with this debut album. The superior original version of this song had been released as a single the previous year on Fierce Panda records

2XS - Playing 'White Wedding (Shot Gun mix)' by BILLY IDOL (from 1985). Ex

Playing 'Fire And Water' by FREE (from Fire And Water 1970). The third album (and first major success) for the band who formed in London in 1968. They disbanded in 1973, with lead singer Paul Rodgers and drummer Simon Kirke forming half of Bad Compa

2XS - Playing 'Fire And Water' by FREE (from Fire And Water 1970). The third album (and first major success) for the band who formed in London in 1968. They disbanded in 1973, with lead singer Paul Rodgers and drummer Simon Kirke forming half of Bad Compa

Playing 'Ski Jump Nose' by MANSUN (from One (EP) 1996). The band was started in 1995 by Paul Draper, Steve King & Dominic Chad, with the express aim to 'get out of Chester'. This track was originally released on their EP 'One'

2XS - Playing 'Ski Jump Nose' by MANSUN (from One (EP) 1996). The band was started in 1995 by Paul Draper, Steve King & Dominic Chad, with the express aim to 'get out of Chester'. This track was originally released on their EP 'One'

2XS - Playing 'Can't Stand Still' by AC/DC (from Stiff Upper Lip 2000). Short

Playing 'The Feminine Urge' by THE LAST DINNER PARTY (from Prelude To Ecstasy 2024). The South London fivesome are Abigail Morris (vcls), Georgia Davies (bass), Lizzie Mayland (gtr), Aurora Nishevci (keys), and Emily Roberts (ld gtr). They are descr

2XS - Playing 'The Feminine Urge' by THE LAST DINNER PARTY (from Prelude To Ecstasy 2024). The South London fivesome are Abigail Morris (vcls), Georgia Davies (bass), Lizzie Mayland (gtr), Aurora Nishevci (keys), and Emily Roberts (ld gtr). They are descr

2XS - Playing 'Peace Song' by FAT DOG (from 2025). The London post

Playing 'Diane Young' by VAMPIRE WEEKEND (from Modern Vampires Of The City 2013). Stars of 2010's summer festivals, this is from the third album by the Peter Gabriel

2XS - Playing 'Diane Young' by VAMPIRE WEEKEND (from Modern Vampires Of The City 2013). Stars of 2010's summer festivals, this is from the third album by the Peter Gabriel

Playing 'Going Down To Liverpool' by KATRINA AND THE WAVES (from Walking On Sunshine 1985). Based around Cambridge and led by guitarist Kimberley Rew, the band recruited American singer Katrina Leskanich and got a Canadian record deal. The success o

2XS - Playing 'Going Down To Liverpool' by KATRINA AND THE WAVES (from Walking On Sunshine 1985). Based around Cambridge and led by guitarist Kimberley Rew, the band recruited American singer Katrina Leskanich and got a Canadian record deal. The success o

Playing 'Distortion' by WILT (from My Medicine 2002). In 1998, after their previous band, Kerbdog, broke up, Kilkenny's Cormac Battle and Darragh Butler formed Wilt, along with bassist, Mick Murphy. This was their third (and final) album

2XS - Playing 'Distortion' by WILT (from My Medicine 2002). In 1998, after their previous band, Kerbdog, broke up, Kilkenny's Cormac Battle and Darragh Butler formed Wilt, along with bassist, Mick Murphy. This was their third (and final) album

2XS - Playing 'Bird Has Flown' by DEEP PURPLE (from Deep Purple 1969). Released in November 1969, this also became known as 'Deep Purple 3'

Playing 'Gasoline Alley' by WYNDER K. FROG (from Out Of The Frying Pan 1969). This was also included in 'You Can All Join', a legendary Island 1969 sampler album, arguably instrumental in breaking world

2XS - Playing 'Gasoline Alley' by WYNDER K. FROG (from Out Of The Frying Pan 1969). This was also included in 'You Can All Join', a legendary Island 1969 sampler album, arguably instrumental in breaking world

Playing 'I Can Hear Your Heart Beat' by CHRIS REA (from Water Sign 1983). Middlesbrough's Christopher Anton Rea is widely acclaimed as one of the best English rock singer

2XS - Playing 'I Can Hear Your Heart Beat' by CHRIS REA (from Water Sign 1983). Middlesbrough's Christopher Anton Rea is widely acclaimed as one of the best English rock singer

Playing 'Sugar' by LADYTRON (from Witching Hour 2005). Formed in Liverpool in 1999, Ladytron are Mira Aroyo, Helena Marnie, Reuben Wu and Daniel Hunt. This was their 3rd album

2XS - Playing 'Sugar' by LADYTRON (from Witching Hour 2005). Formed in Liverpool in 1999, Ladytron are Mira Aroyo, Helena Marnie, Reuben Wu and Daniel Hunt. This was their 3rd album

Playing 'Reasons I Drink' by ALANIS MORISSETTE (from Such Pretty Forks in the Road 2020). This is the seventh international studio album by the yodelling Can, and her best for a long time

2XS - Playing 'Reasons I Drink' by ALANIS MORISSETTE (from Such Pretty Forks in the Road 2020). This is the seventh international studio album by the yodelling Can, and her best for a long time

2XS - Playing 'Broken Biscuits' by ENGLISH TEACHER (from This Could Be Texas 2024). Fronted by Lily Fontaine, the Leeds four

2XS - Playing 'Sound On Sound' by BOB MOULD (from Modulate 2002). The former Husker Du and Sugar man, Robert Arthur Mould, remains one of the most highly

Playing 'Moviestar' by STEREOPHONICS (from You Gotta Go There To Come Back 2003). This single was only included on later pressings of the album, which was the Welsh indies' last to feature their long

2XS - Playing 'Moviestar' by STEREOPHONICS (from You Gotta Go There To Come Back 2003). This single was only included on later pressings of the album, which was the Welsh indies' last to feature their long

Playing 'It's Only Rock'n'roll (But I Like It)' by THE ROLLING STONES (from It's Only Rock And Roll 1974). The band's 12th studio album was recorded between Nov 1973 and May 1974, and was the last to feature guitarist Mick Taylor. He was replaced by

2XS - Playing 'It's Only Rock'n'roll (But I Like It)' by THE ROLLING STONES (from It's Only Rock And Roll 1974). The band's 12th studio album was recorded between Nov 1973 and May 1974, and was the last to feature guitarist Mick Taylor. He was replaced by

Playing 'Kinky Afro' by HAPPY MONDAYS (from Pills And Thrills And Bellyaches 1990). Epitomising the late 80s/early 90s: Salford's Shaun Ryder, Paul Ryder, Mark Day, Gary Whelan, Paul Davis & Mark 'Bez' Berry

2XS - Playing 'Kinky Afro' by HAPPY MONDAYS (from Pills And Thrills And Bellyaches 1990). Epitomising the late 80s/early 90s: Salford's Shaun Ryder, Paul Ryder, Mark Day, Gary Whelan, Paul Davis & Mark 'Bez' Berry

2XS - Playing 'Go Let It Out' by OASIS (from Standing On The Shoulder Of Giants 2000). This was the Mancy indies' 4th studio album

2XS - Playing 'Foreign Language' by NOTHING BUT THIEVES (from Dead Club City 2023). Conor Mason's Southend

2XS - Playing 'I Like Your Look' by BLOSSOMS (from Gary 2025). Tom Ogden's Stockport band is an 'alliance of best friends, all born in the same hospital, Stepping Hill'. This is their fifth studio album

2XS - Playing 'Brother's Boat' by ELIZA AND THE BEAR (from 2014). The London five

2XS - Playing 'Piece By Piece' by FEEDER (from Echo Park 2001). This was the third album by Grant Nicholas' Welsh indies

2XS - Playing 'Barefoot Dancing' by BLACKBUD (from From The Sky 2006). The Wiltshire lads met at school in Bradford

Playing 'Born To Raise Hell' by MOTORHEAD (from Bastards 1993). Originally written by Lemmy for the German band Skew Siskin, this also plays over the opening credits of the film 'Airheads'. Lemmy died on 28 Dec 2015

2XS - Playing 'Born To Raise Hell' by MOTORHEAD (from Bastards 1993). Originally written by Lemmy for the German band Skew Siskin, this also plays over the opening credits of the film 'Airheads'. Lemmy died on 28 Dec 2015

Playing 'Me Plus One' by KASABIAN (from Empire 2006). Tom Meighan, Sergio Pizzorno, Chris Edwards, Ian Matthews put Leicester firmly back on the music map. This was their second album

2XS - Playing 'Me Plus One' by KASABIAN (from Empire 2006). Tom Meighan, Sergio Pizzorno, Chris Edwards, Ian Matthews put Leicester firmly back on the music map. This was their second album

Playing 'Pictures Of Lily' by THE WHO (from 1967). Bring on Roger, Pete, John and Keith: the 'Orrible 'Oo'. Keith Moon is the falsetto backing vocalist on this single, released on 21 Apr 1967

2XS - Playing 'Pictures Of Lily' by THE WHO (from 1967). Bring on Roger, Pete, John and Keith: the 'Orrible 'Oo'. Keith Moon is the falsetto backing vocalist on this single, released on 21 Apr 1967

2XS - Playing 'Heart Of Lothian' by MARILLION (from Misplaced Childhood 1985). Formed in Aylesbury in 1979, Fish's band were the front

2XS - Playing 'Second Chance' by SHINEDOWN (from The Sound Of Madness 2009). Shinedown are Jacksonville rockers Brad, Jasin & Barry. This 'cookie

2XS - Playing 'Love, If You Want It' by TRNDS (from 2024). The highly talented production foursome are based in Glasgow and recorded this in frontman Thom's Airdrie studio

Playing 'Skinty Fia' by FONTAINES D.C. (from Skinty Fia 2022). Previously The Fontaines, this is the third album by the Dublin based band which comprises Grian Chatten (vcls), Conor Deegan (bass), Carlos O'Connell (gtr), Conor Curley (gtr), and Tom

2XS - Playing 'Skinty Fia' by FONTAINES D.C. (from Skinty Fia 2022). Previously The Fontaines, this is the third album by the Dublin based band which comprises Grian Chatten (vcls), Conor Deegan (bass), Carlos O'Connell (gtr), Conor Curley (gtr), and Tom

2XS - Playing 'Hole To Feed' by DEPECHE MODE (from Sounds Of The Universe 2009). The third single from Andy Fletcher, Dave Gahan & Martin Gore's album

2XS - Playing 'She Can Fly' by MARSEILLE (from Godiva (EP) 2024). The Derbyshire five

2XS - Playing 'Helen Wheels' by WINGS (from Band On The Run 1973). This was a rare glimmer of hope in McCartney's post

Playing 'Weapon Of Choice' by FATBOY SLIM (from 2001). This single is an edited version of the song from Cook's third solo studio album, 'Halfway Between The Gutter And The Stars', which took its title from the Oscar Wilde quote 'We are all in the

2XS - Playing 'Weapon Of Choice' by FATBOY SLIM (from 2001). This single is an edited version of the song from Cook's third solo studio album, 'Halfway Between The Gutter And The Stars', which took its title from the Oscar Wilde quote 'We are all in the

Playing 'Mermaids' by FLORENCE AND THE MACHINE (from 2023). Florence Leontine Mary Welch and Isabella 'The Machine' Summers' music is described as like 'running downstairs trying not to fall over'. This single followed their fifth studio album, 'Da

2XS - Playing 'Mermaids' by FLORENCE AND THE MACHINE (from 2023). Florence Leontine Mary Welch and Isabella 'The Machine' Summers' music is described as like 'running downstairs trying not to fall over'. This single followed their fifth studio album, 'Da

Playing 'Upwards' by ELA MINUS (from Dia 2025). Bogota's Gabriela Jimeno Caldas was a hard rock drummer from 12 to 18, when she left for the USA. This is her second album, with songs co

2XS - Playing 'Upwards' by ELA MINUS (from Dia 2025). Bogota's Gabriela Jimeno Caldas was a hard rock drummer from 12 to 18, when she left for the USA. This is her second album, with songs co

2XS - Playing 'Beautiful Day' by LAID BACK (from Happy Dreamer 2005). Laid Back are Danes Tim Stahl and John Guldberg

2XS - Playing 'Harry's Still Sad' by SPENCER (from We Built This Mountain Just To See The Sunrise 2016). Spencer were a Swiss indie

Playing 'Always The Sun' by THE STRANGLERS (from Dreamtime 1986). Signed to corporate EMI and later United Artists, the legendary punksters Dave Greenfield, Jean

2XS - Playing 'Always The Sun' by THE STRANGLERS (from Dreamtime 1986). Signed to corporate EMI and later United Artists, the legendary punksters Dave Greenfield, Jean

Playing 'Lucky Number' by REEF (from Together, The Best Of Reef 2003). Jack Bessant and Gary Stringer formed Reef in Street (nr Glastonbury, Somerset), later joined by Kenwyn House and Dominic Greensmith

2XS - Playing 'Lucky Number' by REEF (from Together, The Best Of Reef 2003). Jack Bessant and Gary Stringer formed Reef in Street (nr Glastonbury, Somerset), later joined by Kenwyn House and Dominic Greensmith

Playing 'Enjoy The Ride' by MORCHEEBA (from Dive Deep 2008). Paul & Ross Godfrey with vocalist Manda Zamolo, a French singer who contacted them via MySpace, saying it was her dream to sing with them

2XS - Playing 'Enjoy The Ride' by MORCHEEBA (from Dive Deep 2008). Paul & Ross Godfrey with vocalist Manda Zamolo, a French singer who contacted them via MySpace, saying it was her dream to sing with them

2XS - Playing 'I Take What I Want' by THE ARTWOODS (from 1966). Arthur Wood's band were formed in 1963, and for two years became a popular live act. Their line

Playing 'Bankrobber' by THE CLASH (from 1980). The London punksters started out in 1976. The legends were Joe Strummer (d 2002), Paul Simonon, Mick Jones & Nicky 'Topper' Headon

2XS - Playing 'Bankrobber' by THE CLASH (from 1980). The London punksters started out in 1976. The legends were Joe Strummer (d 2002), Paul Simonon, Mick Jones & Nicky 'Topper' Headon

Playing 'Brighter' by THE RAMONA FLOWERS (from Dismantle And Rebuild 2013). The Bristol indies are Steve Bird (vcls), Sam James (gtr), Wayne Jones (bass), and Dave Betts (kybds), and Ed Gallmore (drums)

2XS - Playing 'Brighter' by THE RAMONA FLOWERS (from Dismantle And Rebuild 2013). The Bristol indies are Steve Bird (vcls), Sam James (gtr), Wayne Jones (bass), and Dave Betts (kybds), and Ed Gallmore (drums)

2XS - Playing 'Company Culture' by LAMBRINI GIRLS (from Who Let The Dogs Out 2025). Unlike their eponymous drink, Brighton's Phoebe Lunny, Lilly Macieira

Playing 'Don't Forsake Me' by KULA SHAKER (from 1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love And Free Hugs 2022). Crispin Mills' 90s indie darling return with an odd album. It does contain this gem, though

2XS - Playing 'Don't Forsake Me' by KULA SHAKER (from 1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love And Free Hugs 2022). Crispin Mills' 90s indie darling return with an odd album. It does contain this gem, though

Playing 'I Just Wanna Live' by GOOD CHARLOTTE (from The Chronicles Of Life And Death (Death Version) 2004). This was the third album by the Maryland band, which started out in 1995

2XS - Playing 'I Just Wanna Live' by GOOD CHARLOTTE (from The Chronicles Of Life And Death (Death Version) 2004). This was the third album by the Maryland band, which started out in 1995

Playing 'Further Down The Road' by CAST (from Kicking Up The Dust 2016). John Power's Liverpool indies roll on, and prove themselves greater survivors than many had predicted. After a break from 2001 to 2010, this is their sixth album

2XS - Playing 'Further Down The Road' by CAST (from Kicking Up The Dust 2016). John Power's Liverpool indies roll on, and prove themselves greater survivors than many had predicted. After a break from 2001 to 2010, this is their sixth album

2XS - Playing 'Mother Of Pearl' by ROXY MUSIC (from 1973). Formed in 1971 by Bryan Ferry, this is an edited version of the track from the electro

Playing 'Mr Jones' by COUNTING CROWS (from August & Everything After 1993). The Berkeley, California, band started out in 1991. Also known as 'The Winter Album', the band's second album came three years (and two years of relentless worldwide touring

2XS - Playing 'Mr Jones' by COUNTING CROWS (from August & Everything After 1993). The Berkeley, California, band started out in 1991. Also known as 'The Winter Album', the band's second album came three years (and two years of relentless worldwide touring

Playing 'You Are My Joy' by THE REINDEER SECTION (from Son Of Evil Reindeer 2002). Snow Patrol's Gary Lightbody started this band with Malcolm Middleton (Arab Strap) to play 'pretty much all very slow, quiet, folky

2XS - Playing 'You Are My Joy' by THE REINDEER SECTION (from Son Of Evil Reindeer 2002). Snow Patrol's Gary Lightbody started this band with Malcolm Middleton (Arab Strap) to play 'pretty much all very slow, quiet, folky

Playing 'Dreams Of You' by THE BIRTHDAY MASSACRE (from Fascination 2022). Chibi's vocals lead the Ontario 'darkwave' ensemble, who started out in 2000. This is their ninth album

2XS - Playing 'Dreams Of You' by THE BIRTHDAY MASSACRE (from Fascination 2022). Chibi's vocals lead the Ontario 'darkwave' ensemble, who started out in 2000. This is their ninth album

2XS - Playing 'Sin City' by THE BLACK KEYS (from Ohio Players (Trophy Edition) 2025). The Ohio garage