'Melting Pot' by Booker T. & the MGs is a studio album - the last to feature the classic lineup of Jones, Cropper, Dunn & Jackson - released in January 1971 by Stax Records.

Leona Lewis ' 'Spirit' is her debut studio album recorded after she won 'The X Factor ' and released on November 9, 2007 by Syco Music.

Anita O'Day's 'Trav'lin' Light' is an album (tribute to her idol Billie Holiday) recorded on January 18, 19, 1961 and released in 1961 By Verve.

Ella Fitzgerald's 'Ella Swings Lightly' is a studio album recorded on November 23-24, 1958, with the Marty Paich Dek-tette and released the same year by Verve

Oscar Peterson's 'With Respect to Nat' is a studio ( in tribute to Nat King Colewho had died earlier that year) album where Peterson sings on all tracks but one and recorded between October 28 and November 13, 1965 and released the same

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Anita O'Day's 'Waiter, Make Mine Blues' is an album recorded on August 1, October 4 and 7, 1960 and released in April 1961 By Verve Records.

'The Magnificent Thad Jones' is an album recorded on July 9 and 14, 1956 and released the same year by Blue Note.

This day (July 7, 1927), in Arlington, Oregon, is born Carl Hilding Severinsen a.k.a Doc Severinsen, an American pop and jazz trumpeter.

Rod Stewart's 'A Night on the Town' is his seventh album, released on June 18, 1976 by Riva / Warner Bros.

This day (June 13, 1986), in New York City, died Benjamin David Goodman a.k.a Benny Goodman, an American jazz and swing musician, clarinetist and bandleader.

This day (May 27, 1950), in Memphis, Tennessee, is born Denise Eileen Garrett a.k.a Dee Dee Bridgewater, an American Jazz singer.

'Cuban Fire!' by Stan Kenton & his orchestra is an album (one of the most influential Latin jazz large-ensemble recordings of all time), recorded on May 22–24, 1956 and releaseed the same year by Capitol.

'Art Pepper + Eleven – Modern Jazz Classics' is an album recorded on March 12, 24 & May 12, 1959 with a jazz big band conducted and arranged by Marty Paich and released the same year by Contemporary.

Earl Hines, Don Pullen, Count Basie, Roland Hanna, Keith Jarrett, Mccoy Tyner, Chick Corea, Oscar Peterson, Wynton Kelly, Sun Ra, Thelonious Monk, Terry Riley

Wes Montgomery’s “West Coast Blues” showcases his inventive thumb-picked technique and octave work, supported by Tommy Flanagan’s piano and Percy Heath’s bass, while Benny Golson’s take on “Take The A Train” blends respect for tradition…

Aretha Franklin's 'Young, Gifted and Black' is an album (its title being borrowed from the Nina Simone song 'To Be Young, Gifted and Black) released on January 24, 1972 by Atlantic.

Modern Jazz Quartet's 'Lonely Woman' is an album recorded on January 24, 25 & 29 and February 2, 1962 and released the same year by Atlantic.

Luther Vandross shines on the smooth, sensual "The Rush," blending funk grooves with lush R&B, while Karyn White’s "The Way I Feel About You" captures early ’90s vibes with polished New Jack Swing beats. Monifah’s sultry "Touch It" merges…

INXS’s "Need You Tonight" oozes late-’80s sensuality with its hypnotic groove, while Tears for Fears' "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" balances synthpop shine with existential angst. Prince's soaring "Purple Rain" is an emotive rock…

Go West’s smooth take on Bobby Caldwell’s "What You Won’t Do for Love" keeps things polished but lacks punch, while Samantha Fox’s "Touch Me (I Want Your Body)" radiates 80s kitsch and bold charisma. Boyzone’s "Love Me for a Reason" plays…

Joe Lovano's 'Quartets: Live at the Village Vanguard' is a live album recorded on March 12, 1994 and January 22, 1995 and released in 1995 By Blue Note.

Talk Talk’s hypnotic "Life’s What You Make It" swaps '80s polish for raw mood, propelled by Mark Hollis’ haunting voice. Yes transforms prog into punchy pop with "Owner of a Lonely Heart," blending swagger and isolation. Grace Jones heats…

This day (January 20, 1996), in Darien, Connecticut, died Gerry Mulligan, an American jazz baritone saxophonist, clarinetist, composer and arranger.

Everything Everything’s "Kemosabe" mixes art rock and R&B with Jonathan Higgs’ falsetto taking center stage, while Amy Winehouse’s "Our Day Will Come" reimagines a ’60s classic with a reggae touch. Biffy Clyro’s "Black Chandelier" balances…

Etta James’ fiery vocals never touched Wilson Pickett's groove-laden "In the Midnight Hour," despite myths of a collaboration with B.B. King and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Wilson Pickett’s gritty delivery also powered "Mustang Sally," born from…

Warren Zevon's 'Excitable Boy' feat. 'Werewolves of London' is his third (and best-selling of his career) studio album released on January 18, 1978 by Asylum Records.

Helena's "Mauvais Garçon" covers a teenage heartbreak, blending raw lyricism with real-life messages, while Karencici's "Say It To My Face" features ØZI in a genre-blurring track that reflects her Mandopop-to-R&B transition.

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Joey Bada$$'s "Sorry Not Sorry" asserts his East Coast dominance with sharp lyricism and jazz-infused beats by Conductor Williams. Saamou Skuu’s "Hypé" taps into French Drill energy, reflecting his Place des Fêtes roots and collaborations

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Aretha Franklin's 'Soul '69' is an album of cover material released on January 17, 1969 by Atlantic.

Track Listing : 1.Ramblin' (Maybelle Smith) – 03:10 . 2.Today I Sing The Blues (Curtis Lewis) – 04:25 . 3.River'S Invitation (Percy

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Prince’s "1999" brings apocalyptic funk with synth-driven energy, while Michael Jackson’s "Smooth Criminal" fuses grit and suspense with iconic choreography. Cameo’s "Candy" blends funk and pop effortlessly, and Indeep’s "Last Night a DJ…

Coldplay’s "Charlie Brown" bursts with rebellious energy, tailor-made for live stadiums with glowing Xylobands, while London Grammar’s "Rooting For You" pairs Hannah Reid’s stark vocals with cinematic minimalism. Cher Lloyd’s sassy "Want U…

Tom Grennan’s gritty "Found What I’ve Been Looking For" blends raw vocals with pop-rock vibes, its FIFA 18 feature adding cultural weight. Birdy’s polished "Keeping Your Head Up" infuses optimism with indie-pop charm, while Jessie J’s fiery…

Oscar Peterson's 'The More I See You' is an album (the first since his stroke) recorded on January 15 & 16, 1995 with Benny Carter, Clark Terry, Ray Brown, Lorne Lofsky & Lewis Nash and released the same year by Telarc.

'Dean Martin Sings' is his first studio album featuring eight songs from the Martin & Lewis film 'The Stooge' and released on January 12, 1953 by Capitol.

Jesus Jones’ "International Bright Young Thing" captures early ‘90s energy with pounding beats and layered production, while Double 99’s "RIP Groove" lays down UK garage foundations through gritty basslines and hypnotic rhythm. CeCe…

Simply Red's elegant take on The Stylistics' "You Make Me Feel Brand New" from *Home* shines with nostalgia, while Alicia Keys' piano-led “Doesn’t Mean Anything” reflects on empty tokens of love. Shayne Ward’s “That’s My Goal” leans into…

Mark Morrison blends confidence with emotional intensity in "Horny," a sultry 1996 R&B gem, while Brandy keeps it understated yet impactful with her breakout hit "I Wanna Be Down." Whitney Houston's "Exhale " leans into introspection with…