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<\/a><\/p>\n#1 Record <\/em>and Radio City<\/em><\/p>\n By: Big Star<\/p>\n Released: April, 1972 and February, 1974 (respectively)<\/p>\n Even though Big Star was a In terms of style, the two records are both similar: an intriguing power pop sound To conclude, if I were to describe the two albums in one word, it would be incandescent<\/span><\/em>. P.S You may want to explore their third output, entitled Third\/Sister Gabe Lindsay #1 Record and Radio City By: Big Star Released: April, 1972 and February, 1974 (respectively) Even though Big Star was a commercial failure, they are now considered to be one of the greatest and most influential bands … Continue reading <\/a>commercial failure, they are now considered to be one of
\nthe greatest and most influential bands of all time. Big Star is also
\nconsidered to be the quintessential power pop band, influencing bands as
\ndiverse as R.E.M., Wilco, Teenage Fanclub, The Replacements, and Cheap Trick. In
\nterms of their sound, they are essentially a unique blend of sounds that the
\ngreatest bands of the 60s and the early 70\u2019s (and this definitely includes the
\nBritish Invasion groups) had to offer. In short, they basically combined The
\nBeatles\u2019 melodic inventiveness, The Byrds\u2019 chiming guitar sound, The Kink\u2019s
\ninnovative pop rock, and The Beach Boys\u2019 harmonies, along with some Stax soul,
\nBadfinger for some early power pop influence, and The Rolling Stones aggressiveness,
\namong other musical influences, to create some of the best overall sounds that
\nmusic generally has to offer (at least in my view). Before I go on, I must also
\nsay that these two records have some of the most intriguing cover art that I
\nhave ever seen, bar none (and that is saying a lot, considering how much I
\nappreciate cover art). Now, on to the music\u2026<\/p>\n
\nthat chimes, resonates and rocks out, not at a fast pace per se<\/em>, but at
\na more moderate and steady pace. Also, both have the same number of tracks, and
\nboth have a similar running time. Although it is difficult to compare the two,
\nwhat I can say is that Radio City<\/em> definitely has a more edgy sound than #1
\nRecord<\/em>, which features a distinct \u201cchewy\u201d guitar sound. As for the quality
\nof the albums, all I really have to say is that both albums truly have some of
\nthe best pop music that any<\/em> musical group has to offer, period.<\/em>\u00a0In
\nterms of highlights, all<\/em> (and I really mean all<\/em>) the songs are
\ngreat in their own right, but without question it has to be \u201cThirteen\u201d (off #1
\nRecord<\/em>) and \u201cSeptember Gurls\u201d (off Radio City<\/em>). \u201cThirteen\u201d is one of
\nthe most touching acoustic ballads that I have ever heard. Lyrically, it
\nperfectly highlights the melancholy feeling of growing up in early adolescence.
\nMusically, it reminds me of a sunny day in autumn: crisp, melancholy, shimmery
\nand richly colourful. In addition, numerous artists spanning across all genres,
\nincluding the likes of Elliott Smith, Wilco, and Garbage, have also covered it.
\n\u201cThirteen\u201d has been highly praised by music critics, and in 2004, it ranked
\n#396 in Rolling Stone\u2019s<\/em> \u201c500 Greatest Songs of All Time\u201d list. My personal
\nall-time favorite Big Star song, and perhaps the crown jewel of Big Star\u2019s
\nentire repertoire, is \u201cSeptember Gurls.\u201d If there was one song that created
\nalternative rock, this would have to be it. It burst out of the speakers with
\nits sparkly, chimey, jangley, reverbey guitar. Its melancholy sound is what
\ntruly defines this song though, along with its lyrics, making it one of the
\nmost sensational songs ever written. As for covers, The Bangles famously
\ncovered it in 1986, and the original by Big Star was ranked as #178 on the \u201c500
\nGreatest Albums of All Time,\u201d who called it a \u201cpower pop classic.\u201d Other songs
\nthat I personally love include: the original version of \u201cIn the Street\u201d (#1
\nRecord<\/em>), that is perhaps most notable for being covered by Cheap Trick,
\nwhose cover was used as the theme for That 70s Show<\/em>, the incredible
\n\u201cBack of a Car\u201d (Radio City<\/em>), as well as the underrated .<\/p>\n
\nAll the songs on both of these albums shimmer and shine with a bright and edgy
\nsonic signature that bursts with trebly euphoria. They are also perfect for any
\ntime of year (yet are especially best heard during the late spring\/early fall
\nperiod). In short, I would recommend this two-for-one package to anybody who is
\ninterested in any type of melodic, accessible pop music with an edge and an
\nattitude.<\/p>\n
\nLovers<\/em> (be warned though, it is thoroughly depressing). All three albums (#1
\nRecord<\/em>, Radio City<\/em>, and Third<\/em>) all appeared on Rolling
\nStone\u2019s<\/em> list of 500 greatest albums of all time, ranking at #438, 408, and
\n456, respectively.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"