They were interested in creating complete artistic experiences, something that eventually made them pioneers of the music-video era.
Kevin Godley and Lol Creme were one of the most unusual and inventive partnerships to emerge from British pop music, combining songwriting, studio experimentation, visual art, technology, humor, and an almost cinematic approach to music. Their story began long before they became famous. Godley was born October 7, 1945, in Prestwich, Lancashire,
This is a series of posts that will talk about some of my favorite songs by 10cc. See if you agree with any of these!
“Rubber Bullets” is a 1973 single by the English art-rock/pop quartet 10cc, written and produced by members Lol Creme, Kevin Godley, and Graham Gouldman and issued from their self-titled debut album; it exists in multiple versions — the album cut runs over five minutes while shorter single and U.S. radio edits trim that down — and the track’s quirky instrumentation
This is a great album. I love every song and the cover art is one of my favorites.
Deceptive Bends is the fifth studio album by British art rock band 10cc, released on April 21, 1977. It marked a significant transition for the band following the departure of founding members Kevin Godley and Lol Creme in 1976. That left Eric Stewart and Graham Gouldman to carry on under the 10cc name.
Songs that contain the phrase “Bird of Prey” or “Birds of Prey” in the lyrics.
“War Machine” is a hard-hitting track by AC/DC from their 2008 album Black Ice. Written by Angus Young, Malcolm Young, and Brian Johnson, the song features a heavy, blues-driven riff and militaristic lyrics that evoke themes of power and destruction. “War Machine” was well-received by fans and critics, standing out as one of the stronger cuts from Black Ice.
He’ll only break your heart
And leave you standing out in the rain
Shame, shame
As a record collector, I hunted down many of my favorites but obviously came nowhere near getting them all. These are some of my favorites I didn’t own then.
