Classic hits of pub rock. Recommended popular songs.
We present songs from pub rock, which emerged mainly in the UK.
It’s a collective term for rock bands that were active mainly in small pubs and clubs, and their musical styles vary widely.
Please enjoy the many pub rock tracks that helped pave the way for British punk.
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Pavrock’s masterpieces. Recommended popular songs (1–10)
Discovering JapanGraham Parker
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.
(I’m) StrandedThe Saints
A song by The Saints, known as a pioneering punk rock band formed in Brisbane, Australia.
It was released as a single in 1976.
The lyrics speak about boredom and oppression, inspired by the corrupt government and police of the time.
Driver’s SeatSniff ‘n’ The Tears
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.
Pabrock’s classic songs. Recommended popular tracks (11–20)
IcehouseIcehouse
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.
Hit Me With Your Rhythm StickIan Dury
A song released as a single in 1978 by Ian Dury, a British singer-songwriter and actor.
It features an excellent bassline and an innovative saxophone solo by Davey Payne.
The track reached No.
1 on the UK charts and was also a hit in countries such as Australia and New Zealand.
Whole Wide WorldWreckless Eric
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.
Down UnderMen At Work
A song written by lead singer Colin Hay.
Often mistaken for a patriotic anthem, it actually speaks about Australia’s overdevelopment and the loss of the nation’s spirit.
It was released as a single in 1981 by the Australian rock band Men at Work and became a worldwide hit.