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Connor Winyard

Connor’s life-long mission is to categorise, list and rank as much music as possible, as well as keep his party trick – the ability to recall all 197 flags of world nations on demand – sharp. He began his cataloguing endeavours while earning a degree in music journalism at BIMM London, where he took on the role of editor at the university’s own LDN Magazine and appeared in the sequel to Blue Hippo Media’s 2012 film, Last Shop Standing. His true achievements, however, lie in obtaining two prized possessions: a Peter Hook-signed copy of Joy Division’s Unknown Pleasures, and an autographed postcard of British national treasure Ainsley Harriott.

Articles by Connor Winyard

Rockstar: Why Nickelback’s Parody Was Embraced As An Anthem

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Rockstar: Why Nickelback’s Parody Was Embraced As An Anthem

In sending up the American Dream, Rockstar ultimately embodied it. ‘It’s just all supposed to be silly things,’ Nickelback say.

4: How Foreigner Claimed Their Place At No.1

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4: How Foreigner Claimed Their Place At No.1

Bridging the gap between the 70s and 80s, ‘4’ found Foreigner making a bold move towards their synth-rock future.

Best Alanis Morissette Songs: 20 Uncompromisingly Honest Anthems

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Best Alanis Morissette Songs: 20 Uncompromisingly Honest Anthems

From angst-ridden alt-rock to mature self-reflections, the best Alanis Morissette songs offer entry points to a uniquely honest body of work.

Fast Car: Behind The Song That Drove Tracy Chapman To Fame

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Fast Car: Behind The Song That Drove Tracy Chapman To Fame

With her debut single, Fast Car, Tracy Chapman emerged as a new kind of voice for socially-conscious songwriting.

Take On Me: How a-ha’s Signature Song Became Their Biggest Obstacle

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Take On Me: How a-ha’s Signature Song Became Their Biggest Obstacle

Reducing a-ha to just one song, Take On Me, ignores a discography that spans decades and includes some of the finest synth-pop of all time.