‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°8 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Coldplay’s "Fix You" tugs at raw grief with its soaring crescendos and Chris Martin’s heartfelt promise to heal, while Adele’s "Hometown Glory" strikes a tender chord with its minimalist piano and nuanced nostalgia for home. U2’s "Beautiful…

‘Music For The Dancers’ N°608 – 2010s Music Videos

Kelly Rowland’s “Down for Whatever” charges into Eurodance, blending brazen beats with carefree vibes, while Lady Gaga’s “The Edge of Glory” walks the line between emotional depth and ‘80s nostalgia, powered by Clarence Clemons’ saxophone.…

This week In ’90s Throwback’ 04/52

Sting's "All This Time" mixes upbeat melodies with themes of grief, rebellion, and religion, while Puff Daddy’s "I’ll Be Missing You" crafts a sorrowful homage to The Notorious B.I.G. with borrowed riffs and gospel warmth. The Cure’s…

This week In One-Off Collaborations 48/52

Bono, The Edge & Beyonce, Gallant & John Legend, Joss Stone & Natasha Bedingfield, Etta James & John Mayall, The Who & Noel Gallagher, Florence Welch & The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney & Eric Clapton, Elton John & John Lennon, Bonnie…

This week In Guitar Virtuosi 32/52

The Edge, Tom Morello, Walter Trout, Coco Montoya, Tab Benoit, Samantha Fish, Selwyn Birchwood, Luther Allison, B.B. King, Pat Metheny, Joe Walsh, Joe Bonamassa, Jack White, Billy Gibbons , Eric Johnson

‘We Are Live’ N°126 – 2010s Music Videos

Stereophonics’ "Indian Summer" blends nostalgia with arena-ready riffs but feels a bit predictable, while Foals’ "My Number" pulses with rhythmic precision and post-punk cool, earning notable chart success like No. 23 in the UK. Cover

Hip-Hop & Soul N°109 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Brandy’s "Sittin' Up in My Room," crafted by Babyface, blends introspection with polished mid-'90s R&B, featuring a catchiness rooted in Brandy’s youthful sincerity. Meanwhile, Luniz’s "I Got 5 On It" delivers a laid-back yet poignant

This week In Jazz Legends (Special Pianists) 07/52

Omar Sosa’s Moody Jazz Café performance fused Afro-Cuban rhythms with modern jazz, blending traditional influences with electronic effects. His use of piano, Fender Rhodes, and keyboards created textured, dynamic compositions that teetered

‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°657 – 2010s Music Videos

Taylor Swift’s "Style" captures the push-pull dynamics of a turbulent romance with sleek production and nods to nostalgia, standing tall on *1989*. Sam Smith’s "Like I Can" blends heartfelt vocals and polished power pop, finding popularity

Singing With Peter Gabriel

Peter Gabriel’s "Washing of the Water" gets an understated touch from Coldplay’s Chris Martin, merging emotional restraint with spiritual depth. Kate Bush and Gabriel’s duet "Another Day" channels post-breakup longing, while "Blood of

This week In ’80s Throwback’ Videos 07/52

Bob Dylan’s "Knockin' on Heaven’s Door" stands out with its minimalist lyrics on mortality, becoming a timeless, adaptable classic reinterpreted by over 150 artists, including Guns N’ Roses and Eric Clapton. Similarly, U2’s "11 O’Clock Tick

Singing With Sheryl Crow

Sheryl Crow and Grace Potter’s acoustic “New Kid In Town” honors Glenn Frey with raw, stripped-back harmonies, reflecting the Eagles’ original while staying reverent. Kid Rock and Crow’s “Picture” brings aching regret to life, marrying

This week In ‘2000s Throwback’ 06/52

50 Cent’s "In Da Club" fuses Dr. Dre’s signature production with raw energy, dominating the Billboard Hot 100 for nine weeks and earning 9x platinum certification. Its hypnotic groove, simple yet effective hook, and cultural ubiquity, from

Singing With Sheryl Crow OLDIES

Sheryl Crow’s "Everyday Is a Winding Road" captures mid-90s resilience with its road-trip-ready groove and Neil Finn’s subtle backing vocals, making it a standout from her triple-platinum 1996 album. Prince’s 1999 cover gives it a sardonic