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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°692 – 2010s Music Videos

Paramore’s "The Only Exception" showcases a softer, stripped-down ballad in 6/8 time, veering from their usual energy. Hayley Williams’ heartfelt delivery anchors the track, which gained commercial traction, hitting No. 17 in Australia and

‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°669 – 2010s Music Videos

Sam Smith’s "Lay Me Down" carries raw emotion, evolving from a modest 2013 release to gaining wider notice with a 2015 reissue and a remix featuring John Legend that hit No. 1 in the UK. Similarly, James Blake’s haunting "Retrograde"

Hip-Hop & Soul N°455 – 2010s Music Videos

Stormzy’s "Cold," from *Gang Signs & Prayer*, delivers sharp grime energy in just 2:36, with Swifta Beater’s taut production elevating its impactful brevity. Certified Gold and peaking at #21 on the UK Singles Chart, the track weaves

Hip-Hop & Soul N°356 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Blu Cantrell's "Make Me Wanna Scream" blends R&B with reggae, driven by raw vocals and Ian Lewis's warm backing, though it falls short of "Breathe's" impact. Les Nubians' "Makeda" reintroduces French to American R&B, fusing neo-soul with…

‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°718 – 2010s Music Videos

Justin Bieber’s "Confident," featuring Chance the Rapper, capped off his "Music Mondays" campaign with a slick R&B experiment. Released in 2013 as part of his *Journals*, the track blends swagger with Chance’s laid-back delivery, achieving

‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°308 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Joss Stone’s “Fell In Love With A Boy” reimagines the White Stripes’ hit with sultry soul, while P.O.D.’s “Alive” blends nu-metal energy with gratitude and faith. Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s “‘03 Bonnie & Clyde” mixes swagger and smoothness,…

Hip-Hop & Soul N°241 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Dr. Dre’s “Bad Intentions” flexes smooth swagger over a vintage sample, while 50 Cent’s “Disco Inferno” brings glossy nightlife vibes with unshakable confidence. Jay-Z and Pharrell light up “Change Clothes” with tailored cool, and Jibbs’…

This week In Soul Artists 05/52

From Luther Vandross’s heartfelt take on “The Impossible Dream” blending Broadway flair with R&B nuance to Al Green’s timeless “Let’s Stay Together,” the text highlights standout interpretations. Prince’s sultry ballad “Do Me, Baby” oozes…

Singing (Ladies only) Justin Timberlake

Sofia Karlberg brings a stripped-down charm to Justin Timberlake’s “Can’t Stop the Feeling!,” while The xx completely deconstruct “My Love” with haunting minimalism. Tori Kelly’s “Suit & Tie” showcases her inventive phrasing but feels…

‘We Are Live’ N°125 – 2010s Music Videos

Aloe Blacc’s "I Need A Dollar" delivers a raw tale of financial struggle with a timeless groove, while Beyoncé’s "Love On Top" radiates joy through its powerful vocals and retro R&B flair. Bring Me The Horizon shifts gears on "Mother…