Ska! The Specials - “A Message To You Rudy”
The English Beat - “Save It For Later”
Muse - “Dig Down”
Sixpence None The Richer - “There She Goes”
Joe Jackson - “Steppin’ Out”
The Civil Wars - “Billie Jean”
Graham Parker and The Rumor - “Hey Lord Don’t Ask Me Questions”
Elvis Costello and The Attractions - “Pump It Up”
You probably know that Pete Townshend covered that song. At the time, David Gilmour was in his band, and they were trying to figure out the tuning to use, and they couldn't figure it out. So, they called up Dave Wakeling, to ask him how he tuned the guitar for the song....LOL, imagine getting that call, from Gilmour and Townshend.
Jon Astley of “Jane’s Getting Serious” fame.
Great list! Thumbs up.
“Stepping Out” by Joe Jackson I was sure it was about gay men finally coming out into their own. Santa Monica Blvd was chock full of young handsome guys 24/7. It was before aids. I’m still not convinced it isn’t.