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Our Top 10 Stereophonics songs list takes a listen to ten of the best Stereophonics songs released during the band’s fabulous rock career. The band the Stereophonics were first formed in the early 1990s in the county of Wales in Cynon Valley. The group is one of those great rock bands that interestingly sounds so different on each album release. There fans are never bored with them. At times they sound like the Beatles or Oasis while at other times they sound like Rod Stewart. It seems to be all in their great name. We think you will enjoy this Stereophonics songs list.
# 10 – Local Boy in the Photograph
We open up our top 10 Stereophonics songs list with the very cool song “Local Boy in the Photograph.” With a very strong British pop rock sound this was the perfect songs to open this list with. The song was released on the album entitled Word Gets Around. It was the first single released from the album and also stands as the band’s ultimate debut single. The album was released in 1997 The song was a hit on the UK Singles Chart peaking at number 51.
# 9 – It Means Nothing
Continuing with our top 10 Stereophonics songs list we take a listen to the great song entitled “It Means Nothing.” The song was released on the album entitled Pull the Pin. The album was released in 2007. The b side of this great single showed the band’s inspiration as they recorded a great version of The Beatles “Helter Skelter.” The song was a hit on the UK Singles Chart peaking at number twelve. We love the ending of this song and the Bruce Springsteen meets The Beatles outro vocal.
# 8 – Indian Summer
In the number eight spot our top 10 Stereophonics songs list we present the song entitled Indian Summer. This moody grooving song with its Tom Petty feel and Steve Perry sounding vocal was released on the album entitled Graffiti on the Train. The album was released in 2013. This is such a great song with a very powerful chorus. It was the first single released from the album.The song was a hit on the UK Singles Chart peaking at number 30.
# 7 – Mr. Writer
In the number seven position our top 10 Stereophonics songs list is the song entitled “Mr. Writer.” This one has a delicious opening bathed in great rhythm guitar and crunchy electric piano. On this one, the band sounds like Oasis. The song was released on the album entitled Just Enough Education to Perform. The album was released in 2001. It was the first single released from the album.The song was a hit on the UK Singles Chart peaking at number five.
# 6 – Moviestar
A bit of psychedelia opens up the song entitled “Moviestar,” spinning in the number six spot on our top 10 Stereophonics songs list. This one is just groovy baby! The song was released on the album entitled You Gotta Go There to Come Back. The album was released in 2004 It was the fourth and final single released from the album. The song was a hit on the UK Singles Chart peaking at number five. This one reminds us of U2.
# 5 – Madame Helga
It’s amazing how this band just sounds so different on every album. At the halfway point on our top 10 Stereophonics songs list we take a very cool listen to this funky guitar driven songs entitled “Madame Helga.” The song was issued on the album entitled You Gotta Go There to Come Back. The album was released in 2003. It was the first single released from the album. The song did well on the UK Singles charts as it went all the way to number four.
# 4 – Have a Nice Day
Whenever I read the expression “Have A Nice Day,” in print I am immediately brought back to the 1970s. The sound of this songs also does the same thing to you. It’s got a very heavy 70s vibe to it which is probably why I like it so much. “Have A Nice Day,” was a hit on the UK Singles Chart peaking at number five.The song was released on the album entitled Just Enough Education to Perform. The album was released in 2001. It was the first single released from the album.
# 3 – The Bartender and the Thief
Moving along on our top 10 Stereophonics songs list we take a listen to the song “The Bartender and the Thief.” The band once again stretches out their musical peacock wings sounding like the band Aerosmith on this track. The song was released on the album entitled Performance and Cocktails. The album was released in 1998. It was the first single released from the album. The song was a hit on the UK Singles Chart peaking at number three.
# 2 – Maybe Tomorrow
As we start to get to a close on our top 10 Stereophonics songs list we celebrate the song “Maybe Tomorrow.” This sounds like a cross between the Black Crowes and Rod Stewart from a vocal standpoint. The song was released on the album entitled You Gotta Go There to Come Back. The album was released in 2003. It was the third single released from the album. The song was a hit on the UK Singles Chart peaking at number three.
# 1 – Dakota
We close out our top 10 Stereophonics songs list with the band’s most popular song entitled “Dakota.” This is such a great song. It just makes you feel good. It rocks hards with a great melody and vocal line. The song was released on the album entitled Language. Sex. Violence. Other? The album was released in 2015. It was the second single released from the album. “Dakota,” would wind up being the band’s first and only number one hit on the UK Singles Chart. It also sold extremely well going platinum twice.
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![Rob De Luca of Spread Eagle, Sebastian Bach & UFO: 10 Albums That Changed My Life From humble East Coast origins to grandest stages worldwide, veteran bassist Rob De Luca has seen and done it all. De Luca first hit the local Boston rock and metal scene in the late 80s after meeting guitarist Paul DiBartolo, bonding over Van Halen before forming Bang. Regional success came quickly, but eventually, the members of Bang went their separate ways, with De Luca and drummer Tommi Gallo heading to NYC and hooking up with Ray West and, later, DiBartolo to form Spread Eagle. By 1990, Spread Eagle was on the fast track, with a contract through MCA Records and a self-titled debut album poised to crush skulls. But poor timing and MCA's sad indifference left Spead Eagle out in the cold despite being a hard-boiled answer to Guns N' Roses's West Coast sleaze. Spread Eagle's first chapter came to an end in '95. As for Rob De Luca, his nimble fingers and gift for melody and songwriting kept him moving forward. Soon, he found a gig with former Skid Row frontman Sebastian Bach and the legendary outfit UFO. And in 2010, after coupling up with Ray West and his cousin Rik De Luca, Spread Eagle retook flight. During a break from Spread Eagle's increasingly busy touring schedule, Rob De Luca dialed in with ClassicRockHistory.com to run through the ten albums that changed his life. But only after adding, "I made a playlist of these songs, including some I've written or co-written. Do you hear any of these albums' influence on me?" Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3LWJuhDrE8JmzhsmTeIDUq 10) Gentlemen by Afghan Whigs (1993) Here's an entry that was so important to me. This may be the darkest break-up album of all time. Greg Dulli has been in many projects, but I feel Gentlemen is his zenith. Somewhat undefinable at times but always profound and honest. Listen to "Gentlemen," "Fountain and Fairfax," and "What Jail Is Like." 9) In on the Kill Taker by Fugazi (1993) By this time, I had been sucked in and spit out by the major-label record industry. Glam came and went; grunge was history, too. I was searching for new sounds. When I heard Fugazi's twin guitar approach, I knew this was what was missing. Fugazi may be considered a less polished sound than the albums above; however, once you "get it," it hits you like a ton of bricks, and there's no going back. From the moment I heard Fugazi, I went to every NYC show after. It's easily some of the best concerts of my life, and possibly my favorite bassist in Joe Lally. And their DIY ethics refused to charge us more than $5 a show! In on the Kill Taker is a powerful album demonstrated in songs such as "Smallpox Champion," "Great Cop," and "Public Witness Program." 8) Appetite for Destruction by Guns N' Roses (1987) I discovered many of these albums (sometimes long) after they were released. However, I was at the right place at the right time for this one. Steve Ostromogilsky had a Berklee College of Music lunch card and used to sneak out sandwiches for me. One day, he invited me to hang out at his place and listen to music. As we got off the train, he put Sony Walkman headphones on my ears and said, "Hey, check out this brand-new group." A song like "It's So Easy" was so different from the popular Sunset Strip sound at that time. Me and about 499 other informed rockers were lucky enough to see them on their first East Coast tour at the sold-out Paradise on Commonwealth Avenue, Boston (the same street Aerosmith started on). I saw Gn'R every tour after until I took a break when Buckethead joined. Gn'R is the band I've been lucky enough to see the most times live, almost 100! Everyone on this album is just stellar. Axl [Rose] had the tones, power, melodic sensibilities, and foresight to do what no other singer did then. Slash's playing was beyond memorable. Duff [McKagan] is one of the most underrated bassists in rock history, and learning his Appetite basslines is a masterclass. Steven [Adler] had the natural swing, and Izzy [Stradlin] was the secret weapon songwriter. Everything that's been heralded about this gem is deserved and true. Check out "It's So Easy," "Out Ta Get Me," and "Mr. Brownstone.' 7) Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd (1975) Another contender for my favorite album and band of all time. Using The Beatles machine (same recording studio, engineer, record label), Pink Floyd made what I feel is their strongest, most cohesive album (my second favorite of theirs would be Animals). This list mainly consists of bands with an instantly recognizable sound. Floyd is certainly no exception to that! This album included a solid handful of undeniable rock radio classics, bookended by two halves of the mind-blowing song "Shine on You Crazy Diamond.' That song was written about former band member and founder Syd Barrett. It would be hard to live in a world without this album. Check out "Welcome to The Machine," "Shine on You Crazy Diamond (parts 6-9),' or even better yet, listen to the whole thing in one sitting! 6) Decade by Neil Young (1977) About this time, I started playing guitar. As a beginner, it was comfortable jamming to this album because the chord changes were simple—a great "first ten years" retrospective of Neil's stunning, unique songwriting. Neil is a treasure who always writes from the heart and stands up for what's right. Check out "Southern Man," "A Man Needs a Maid," "Down by The River," and "After the Goldrush." 5) Highway to Hell by AC/DC (1979) When I heard this album, I was firmly "me." My life would be 100% focused on hard rock music forever. AC/DC are like air; they're ubiquitous. Everyone knows them and their incredible songs. However, as a young teen in Wilmington, Delaware, I only had WMMR 93.3 FM Philadelphia and a few friends to inform me about the world of Rock outside my bedroom. AC/DC had not gone mainstream, and their albums were available primarily in the USA as imports. To put things more in perspective, I only knew two people in the world who had heard of AC/DC. A friend had an import that we played in Steve Buckley's basement, which sounded ripping. When Highway to Hell was released, WMMR started spinning the title track, and I immediately bought the album, listening to it every single day after school. Then WMMR announced AC/DC was coming to the Spectrum in Philly, supporting Ted Nugent! I liked Ted but loved AC/DC, so my good friend Mick Cummins and I bought tickets, and he drove us up to the Spectrum (where we saw most of our concerts). Bon Scott was in fine form, and the band went over great. Although the crowd knew Ted better, Angus [Young] wouldn't let anyone upstage him. I'll never forget it! Unfortunately, Bon would be gone in 6 months. Check out "Walk All Over You," "Touch Too Much," "Shot Down in Flames," and "If You Want Blood (You Got It)." 4) Toys in the Attic by Aerosmith (1975) By the time I heard this, I was now in my teens. I had a childhood friend up the street, Jim Linberg (we're still good buddies). His older sister had a great album collection, including Toys in The Attic. Once I heard that groove, my taste changed. I lost interest in rock music that didn't have some sort of "swing" feel to it. I think Rocks is a slightly better Aerosmith album (and possibly my favorite album of all time), but both are perfect or very close. Check out "Uncle Salty," "Adam's Apple," "No More No More," "Round and Round," and "You See Me Crying." 3) Alive! by Kiss (1975) When I was still a little kid, I asked for Cheech and Chong's Up in Smoke album for Christmas. The entire family came over for an enormous feast, and I dropped the needle. When my mother heard the content, she turned off the album and said I had to exchange it. My mom was cool, but I was young and knew much more about life than she suspected. Anyway, the next day, she drove me back to the store. In the music section, promoted on an "endcap" was a Kiss Alive! display. I had never heard of Kiss, but that cover picture told me I had to have it! My first foray into hard rock. Check out “Strutter.” I went through my Kiss phase very quickly, I believe in a matter of months because I discovered the previous entry, Aerosmith's Toys in the Attic. 2) Honky Chateau by Elton John (1972) When I was a wee lad, my parents bought a used Volkswagen camper van from my uncle Ozzie. My favorite Elton John album is Yellow Brick Road, but Honky Chateau is great and easily one of his best. It sent me down a lifelong rabbit hole of loving everything about the 1970s partnership between Elton and lyricist Bernie Taupin. The simple beauty of voice, the master songwriting, the perfect backing band, the clear, unobtrusive recordings, and always Bernie's incredible lyrics. The day this album was released, Elton became an unstoppable force that conquered the music industry. Check out "Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters" and "Rocket Man." 1) Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatles (1967) Another tape that was included in the VW Camper. The van had a bunch of music tapes, and one was Sgt Pepper. I was too young to understand the sophistication of the music, but that was one of the many skills of The Beatles. They attracted listeners at every level, even little kids. I still feel that immediate connection to Sgt Pepper; now, I hear so much more. It's an album that changed the world and the world of music. Check out "Lucy in The Sky with Diamonds," "A Day In The Life," and "Fixing a Hole."](http://www.classicrockhistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Shutterstock_1815495569-1-300x200.jpg)
