OK, they’re not boybands in the traditional sense, but some of the music is pretty good…
Rooney – When Did Your Heart Go Missing? (Video)
I never cared for Rooney in the past and all I knew of them was that they were on The OC once and have nothing to do with the English footballer, thank goodness. This song didn’t particularly grab me on first listen, but every listen since I’ve loved it more, until now when I’m becoming slightly obsessive! I’ve heard that it’s by far the best thing on their new album, but it’s nice to hear such a jolly boy-pop song on the radio frequently.
88% Poptastic!
Scouting For Girls – She’s So Lovely (Video)
There really isn’t a need for a band like Scouting For Girls, because there are a zillion other bands around who could have released this (Hoosiers, Rumble Strips, Hooloways etc.), but I suppose the fact that there are so many similar acts makes this a pretty safe bet for a hit, because it’s obviously the sort of music people want at the moment. It’s a good song but I don’t turn it up when it comes on as I do with the Rooney track, and I think that sort of reaction is the best way to judge a new song a lot of the time.
67% Poptastic!