I totally agree, Baz: music can help you when you need it, can even enhance a moment of joy, or soundtrack a sad day. Recently I have found out about The Guest List (I know, I know, my usual knack for Manchester bands...). Just listened to a handful of their songs and they're already in my personal top 10 bands ever. No kidding.
Pretty sure you'll like them too, and that you know them already.
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Not old. Vintage. :)