Classic hits of pub rock. Recommended popular songs.

IcehouseIcehouse

Flowers – Icehouse

A song by the rock band Icehouse, formed in Sydney, Australia in 1977.

It was written by Iva Davies.

Having experienced depression as a teenager, his songs are often known for their nonsensical and unstable content and sound.

This track is included on their debut album, released in 1980.

Whole Wide WorldWreckless Eric

Whole Wide World

A song released as a single in 1977 by British singer-songwriter Wreckless Eric.

It was inspired by words of encouragement from his mother.

The song was used in the 2006 film “Stranger Than Fiction,” and was covered in 2017 by the American rock group Cage the Elephant.

Driver’s SeatSniff ‘n’ The Tears

Sniff ‘n’ The Tears – “Driver’s Seat” (Official Video)

A song by the British band Sniff ‘n’ the Tears, released as a single in 1978.

It sings about fragmented and conflicting emotions after a relationship ends.

It became a hit in the United States, Canada, and Germany, and after being used in a Pioneer Stereos TV commercial, it reached No.

1 on the Dutch charts in 1991.

Beginning of the EndEddie&The Hot Rods

Eddie & the Hot Rods – Beginning of the End

A song by the pub rock band Eddie & The Hot Rods, formed in England in 1975.

It’s an anarchic number included on their 1978 album Life on the Line.

The band disbanded in 1981, but has been reformed several times by Barrie Masters.

Discovering JapanGraham Parker

Graham Parker – Discovering Japan

A song included on “Squeezing Out Sparks,” the fourth album released in 1979 by the British musician Graham Parker.

It was inspired by his experiences traveling as a hippie through Morocco, France, and Spain.