THE 200 MOST ESSENTIAL BRITISH ROCK SONGS. 
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THE 200 MOST ESSENTIAL

BRITISH

ROCK SONGS

Rock and roll’s roots may have been American, but the Brits have been putting their own stamp on its sound and attitude since the 1950s. Some significant rock legends hail from the United Kingdom, including The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, The Clash, Sex Pistols, Pink Floyd, Eric Clapton, Elton John and David Bowie. This countdown focuses on 200 British tracks that have made the greatest impact on rock music.

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BLUE MONDAY

New Order

The best selling 12" single in UK history is also arguably the most influentual British dance track. "Blue Monday" was initially issued in 1983. The New Order single has been remixed and re-released many times since.

 

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GLORIA

Them

British blues meets garage rock on Them's thrilling original version of "Gloria". Written by group member Van Morrison, the song has been covered by the likes of The Doors and Patti Smith.

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GET IT ON (BANG A GONG)

T. Rex

Written by glam meister Marc Bolan, "Get It On" remains a highlight of the British glam era. Released in 1971, the single topped the UK chart.

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STREET FIGHTING MAN

The Rolling Stones

The tumultuous atmosphere of the late 1960s is summed up by "Street Fighting Man", a track from The Rolling Stones' 1968 album 'Beggars Banquet'.

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CUM ON FEEL THE NOIZE

Slade

Slade provided glam rock with a harder edge. "Cum On Feel The Noize" topped the chart in 1973.

 

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HELP!

The Beatles

Don't let the upbeat production fool you: John Lennon's lyrics for "Help!" were a cry for just that. It was the title track for The Beatles' film vehicle of 1965.

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PARKLIFE

Blur

Blur continued The Kinks' tradition of clever British scenarios wrapped in a pop presentation. The 1994 single reached the Top 10.

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IN THE AIR TONIGHT

Phil Collins

Still the best track created by Phil Collins, "In The Air Tonight" reached #2 in 1981. This was the single with which he aunched his solo career. As well co-producing and handling lead vocals, Collins shines on drums.

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LIVE AND LET DIE

Wings

Paul McCartney crefted one of the most memorable Bond film title songs for his group Wings to record. It made the Top 10 in 1973 and was produced by George Martin.

 

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RUNNING UP THAT HILL

Kate Bush

Kate Bush has never compromised her music. She is an original and her songcraft remains a major influence on female singer / songwriters. "Running Up That Hill" finds Bush unleashing her creativity. She was rewarded with a #3 peak for the 1985 release.

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