Britpop

Britpop emerged in the UK in the mid-1990s, characterized by catchy hooks, guitar-driven melodies, and witty, observational lyrics. The genre's defining sound blended indie rock's energy with the catchy, anthemic qualities of British Invasion bands. Influenced by 1960s British psychedelia and mod culture, Britpop drew on a rich musical heritage, while its irreverent, ironic attitude and regional accents reflected the era's post-Thatcherite social landscape. At its peak (1994-1997), Britpop dominated the UK charts, with its working-class, anti-establishment ethos resonating with a generation disillusioned with mainstream culture. Britpop's relationship to other genres, such as indie rock, psychedelia, and new wave, was marked by a distinctively British flavor, with its own brand of swagger and humor. Notable elements included the use of British slang, wry humor, and a nostalgia for bygone eras, setting it apart from its grunge and alternative contemporaries.

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Bring It On Down (Live from Edinburgh, 9 August '25)
Ep - 4 Tracks - Released August 22, 2025

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Feeder
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Jack Wyatt
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Jolin Tsai
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Little Barrie
Luke Haines
Malmö 040
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Next Door But One
Nick Heyward
Oasis
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Onslow
Paul Weller
Peter Doherty
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Pop Will Eat Itself
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Reverend And The Makers
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Sid Dorey
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The Farm
The Hayds
The Icicle Works
The Kooks
The La's
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Winter Kid
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Oasis
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Good Neighbours
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David Gray
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Inhaler
Madness
Connie Constance
James
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Jolin Tsai
Liam Gallagher
Fools Garden
Supergrass
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Jake Bugg
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The Libertines
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Manic Street Preachers
Sam Ryder
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Hey Kid
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Artur Rojek
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Richard Ashcroft
Black Box Recorder
Suede
Lasser
Starsailor
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Del Amitri
Gerard Way
High Vis
Aizat Amdan
Ash
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Lush
Ride
Feeder
Johnny Marr
Louis Dunford
Afterclass
Ian Brown
Shed Seven
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Johnald
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Doves
Sundara Karma
Only The Poets
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Peter Doherty
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Embrace
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