Retro Reflection: Ace of Base-Unspeakable

Aside from Roxette, Ace of Base is one of the few 90's bands that I don't put under the classification of a guilty pleasure.

Because there's nothing guilty about it, I enjoy them just as much today as I did when I was a teenager. Which is a rarity since my music tastes have changed quite a bit over the years.

I think it's because they have the same kind of charm that ABBA did (and still does) though the members of Ace of Base aren't fond of the comparison.

Mostly because they want to be thought of as different.

And though there is a significant destinction I do tend to describe Ace of Base as ABBA with a much more modern look and sound but very similar catchy riffs and melodies.

The song above is a perfect example of the bands ability to make a simple refrain into a great catchy tune.

Who knew that the words "unspeakable" and "na na na na " could be so addictive *lol*.

I've often mentioned that I'm generally not a fan of Dance music (Euro pop) whatever you wanna call it, but Ace of Base is another big exception.

If you haven't heard about this great band (and I would honestly be shocked if you haven't) you can check out their official website www.aceofbase.com to learn more.

Also for anyone who's interested the above song is from Ace of Base's Da Capo album released only in Europe.

90's nostalgia

With the writers strike still in effect I have been spending even more time online (didn't think that would ever be possible lol). Anyway, while browsing I came across VH1's 100 Greatest Songs of the 90's page.

Naturally I had to check it out, looking at all the lists made me realize my musical tastes have really changed in recent years. Back in the 90's I listened to a lot of #1 chart topping hits and music mixes. Now I prefer the less mainstream songs and undiscovered artists. I still can't stand rap or hip-hop.

My likeness for certain genres has also changed, I definitely listen to more alternative songs as opposed to the pop/boy band stuff of the Backstreet Boys variety. Man, I really listened to that a lot back then! LOL.

Well, ok there's one boy band I've stuck with over the years, but it's one I don't regret. And speaking of it's good to see that aside from "MMMBop" the song "This Time Around" made it on to the list:), 'cause it is definitely kick ass but of course I'm buyest:D.

Actually something just occurred to me "This Time Around" came out in 2000, so why exactly is it included as part of 100 greatest songs of the '90's?. Shouldn't that include songs up to '99? or am I missing something...

In any case this was a great trip down memory lane, it again made me realize how much better music was even just going back 17 years. Which is precisely why I think it's completely weird that the 90's are now considered retro!.

And I really wish VH1 would allow their international users to view the videos instead of limiting it to U.S. only:(. I hate when websites do that, drives me nuts!.

Oh, and one last thing the songs on the almost made it list should have totally been included, how can you not include "What's Up", "Kiss From a Rose", "Black or White" , "Cryin' " "To Be With You" and "Torn" in the best of the 90's that's just wrong.