THIS WEEK IN ROCK

February 16, 2020

Landmark releases, fascinating trivia and chart topping hits – it’s This Week In Rock.

#OnThisDay February 10, 1971
Singer-songwriter Carole King releases her second studio album, ‘Tapestry’. One of the greatest albums of all time, it goes on to sell over 25m copies worldwide. Check out this fantastic version of lead track, ‘I Feel The Earth Move’, which as recorded for the BBC in 1971.

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Did you know that Big Audio Dynamite, the band formed by Mick Jones after he left The Clash, also featured drummer Topper Headon in its earliest incarnation and was originally known as Top Risk Action Company?

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#OnThisDay February 12, 1970
Chicago are still in the Top 10 of the UK singles charts after six weeks with their version of the 60s classic, ‘I’m A Man’. And get down to this incendiary live version from the same year!

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#OnThisDay February 13, 1972
Chicory Tip move up one place to secure pole position with the sensational ‘Son Of My Father’. Did you know that not only was the song co-written by the legendary Giorgio Moroder, it was also the first No. 1 single to prominently feature a synthesizer?

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#OnThisDay February 14, 1982
Valentines Day and AC/DC smash their way into the UK singles chart Top 20 when the saucily entitled ‘Let’s Get It Up’ goes in at No. 13.

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Did you know that Foo Fighters’ hospitality rider request for their 2011 tour was sent to promoters in the form of a colouring book?

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#OnThisDay February 16, 1985
Bruce Springsteen goes to No.1 on the UK album chart with ‘Born In The USA’, his first British chart topper. His seventh studio album, it was the best-selling LP in the US of 1985. Did you know that it produced a record-tying string of seven US Top 10 singles?

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Office Stereo – Autumn Calling

It’s now officially time to throw on a scarf, order a pumpkin spice latte and restart Gilmore Girls ???? From Carole King to The Neighbourhood, we’ve picked out some songs to get you in the autumnal mood.

Listen To Bruce Springsteen: Songs from Around the World Vol. 2

Listen to unforgettable performances of “Tunnel of Love,” “Darkness on the Edge of Town” and “Human Touch,” all available to stream for the first time ever.

Bruce Springsteen announces 40th Anniversary Vinyl release of Born In The USA

Get the 40th anniversary edition of Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born In The U.S.A.’ pressed on translucent red vinyl. The collector item includes an exclusive booklet with archival material from the era.

Bruce Springsteen – Fan Favourites

Bruce Springsteen has penned an audacious number of anthems. With too many hits to choose from, let’s shine a light on some fan favourites.

Bruce Springsteen – ‘Best Of’ Out Now!

Celebrate the music of Bruce Springsteen with a collection of original songs spanning his storied 50-year recording career, from 1973’s Greeting from Asbury Park, NJ to 2020’s Letter To You.

AC/DC 50 – Limited Edition Gold Coloured Vinyl

Celebrating 50 years of rock and roll with the release of the entire AC/DC catalog pressed on vibrant gold vinyl LPs. The first nine titles will be released March 15 — pre-order them now.