Songs I Didn't Skip (part 3)

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"Love Is The Drug" by Grace Jones (1985)

A decent cover that while not replacing the classic Roxy Music version (such solid bass lines in that song), is good in its own right. I was not aware that this version is a remix of her 1980 recording that sounds more disco-like. This version brings the feel squarely into the 80s with more synths with a proto-EDM feel. It's too long but that's a nitpick. 

"A Common Disaster" by Cowboy Junkies (1996)

What a great name for a song. A pretty typical 90s indie sound and even catchy to boot.

"The Working Hour" by Tears for Fears (1985)

I back when I'd listen to this 80s classic on a cassette, this was mainly remembered as the song that came before "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" on the album's sequencing. The reverb-soaked sax gets a bit much but this is pretty much prime "Tears" material, love it or hate it.

"Our Town" by Marshall Crenshaw (1983)

From the 80s classic, "Field Trip" album, this often sounds like Buddy Holly transplanted into the 1980s. 

"Send One Your Love" by Stevie Wonder (1979)

This may not be top-drawer Stevie but it's still good. Confession:  I really dislike almost all harmonica playing in pop songs. Stevie Wonder gets a pass but still...

"Who's Crying Now" by Journey (1981)

This song just screams, "late night FM radio" doesn't it? 

"Pump It Up" by Elvis Costello and the Attractions (1979)

 One of the best classic EC songs and a fantastic rock bass line.

"Big Bird" by Eddie Floyd (1967)

I always dig the sound of that 60s Stax rhythm section. Fun song.