Echoing syllables and words across history, the animal kingdom, cultures and genres, this poetic linguistic effect brought a bountiful and vibrant supply of nominations. Guest playlister Maki picks a poetic selection to capture their glory
Read morePlaylists: big and 'meaty' songs
It’s nothing to do with meat to eat,, but this doesn’t stop these playlists, picked from last week’s tasty, succulent but very subjective topic by guest MussoliniHeadkick, being a complete feast of of very fulfilling sounds. Pass the gravy …
Read morePlaylists: songs about hope
Chosen from a vast number of suggestions from last week’s topic, from the 1930s to the past year, jazz, soul, reggae, pop and more, guest playlister DiscoMonster reaps a harvest of uplifting songs to put a spring in your step
Read morePlaylists: Who's got the funk?
Inspired by last week's pyroclastic flow of song suggestions, the Song Bar Landlord takes a visit to see who is playing at the House of Funk and finds a vibe that is both super cool and hot, hot, hot
Read moreWho's got the funk? Prince, Parliament and more – elect your favourites
To commemorate a year since the passing of the Purple One, let's get into the groove to find out what funk is all about, with fat, sexy bass lines, and rhythmic, syncopated riffs running through the body
Read morePlaylists: successful out-of-tune songs
It didn't stop Public Image Limited, Joy Division or Teardrop Explodes from a great performance. Check out guest writer ParaMhor's playlists from last week's topic to find out why going off key will still keep you on song
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