1978
Noah’s Barks pages covering things relating to the year 1978.
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The Cars – “The Cars”
The Cars really could have used some more muscle. Some of the band’s best hooks are played so weakly that they don’t excite as much as they could. The riff on “You’re All I’ve Got Tonight” is so underplayed, for example, and yet it’s still the best song here. The songwriting isn’t all that exemplary… (read more)
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Queen – “Jazz”
On Jazz, Freddie Mercury absolutely piles on the pop culture references in his lyrics. Seriously, see how many you can count. Make it a fun game with friends. If you feel in the mood for pointless fun, then Jazz is your ideal soundtrack anyway, as it’s by far Queen‘s silliest album. I certainly don’t need… (read more)