Eric's choice: Franz Ferdinand - "Live Alone" vs. Derrick's choice: Phoenix "1901"
Well, I think it's pretty clear which song is superior. "1901" is one of the top songs of the last decade, as well as a top contender for single of the year last year. Both Derrick and I prefer "Lizstomania," (as this list will show later on in our countdown), but "1901" ranks with that song and "Long Distance Call" as one of Phoenix's best singles.
Now, in defense of Franz Ferdinand... "Live Alone" wasn't a single off of Franz's underrated Tonight, but on an album full of hook-y tunes, "Live Alone" rocked memorably with a palpable tinge of sadness. I couldn't find a very good live version on youtube, but when I saw them in Phoenix, AZ, the song bounced cathartically along. Unfortunately, it was greeted with puzzlement by an audience of Green Day fans (Franz opened for them on their last North American tour; not an ideal pairing).
Lay it on thick for Phoenix, Doc.
OMFG, I've been obsessed with Phoenix for the past few years. I like "Fences", "Armistice", "1901", "Lizstomania", and "Girlfriend." Have you heard of Two Door Cinema Club? They're an Irish band I think you'll dig!
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