Your Own Sweet Way (The Notting Hillbillies) – From Mark Knopfler’s side project during Dire Straits late-80s hiatus. Slower and more contemplative, this country-blues influenced project is rather reminiscent of his recent solo work. This live version strikes a good balance of staying true to the original and improvisation. The slow and laid back pace works well with Knopfler’s vocal stylings. Harmonies and tasty organ work are always a plus.

Magic (Ladyhawke) – After being introduced to Ladyhawke, I was delighted to discover you can trace each of her songs from her debut album to something that was created in the 80s. In the case of the wonderful opening track to her album, looking no further than the extended mix of The Safety Dance. Following the mantra of ‘great artists steal’, this is a wonderfully catchy track that would not be out of place in any 2980s dance floor, or 2000s for that matter.

Fool’s Gold (The Stone Roses) - Taking a more funk-orientated direction than their seminal album, this is possibly their most known song (among fans, apparently), with its bright and bouncy rhythms. Waterfall, She Bangs The Drums and Made of Stone are also contenders in my ranking of their top material. It is astonishing they managed to produce some truly great songs in only the span of one album and a few years of time.

Robert Plant, the fellow who wouldn't reform Led Zeppelin. Will this be how Mr Plant will be ever remembered? When Planet, Page, Jones and Bonham Jr. graced the stage of the O2 Arena two years ago, the magic was returned. Sure, Plant's voice isn't what it was but after forty years of the business, what would you expect? Instead of heeding to the calls for the old Zeppelin to take flight again, Plant stuck to his solo projects, such as today's featured clip with Alison Krauss.

The fruits of their labours, Raising Sand was one of the most critically acclaimed of their respective careers. It's easy to see why Plant wouldn't want to return to the days of old – it leaves the dignity of Zeppelin in tact (almost) and allows him to try new things and songs that suit his new vocal range. With the live show of Raising Sand, this rather fantastic cover of Black Dog was thrown in. It's no bombastic rocker like the original but it has a certain charm. It seems the perfect partner to Rich Woman, the opener of their album. It trundles along until the rather blistering solo at 2:20, a nice unexpected surprise.

For fans of groove, or fans of Led, you will enjoy this one. It's one of my favourite finds from the past year!