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We Remember Louis Jordan. ‘Father Of R&B, King of the Jukebox’

This day (February 4, 1975), in Los Angeles, California, died Louis Jordan, a pioneering American jazz, blues and rhythm & blues musician and bandleaderTracklist : 1 . Fish Fry(1966) 2...

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We Remember Liberace

February 4, 1987 - Mr.Wladziu Valentino Liberace, (at some point) the highest-paid entertainer in the world passed away aged 80. He is remembered. Tracklist : 1 . 1969, Boogie Woogie...

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Warner Bros. Records publish George Benson’s album : ‘In Flight’ (1977)

George Benson's 'In Flight' is an album released on February 4, 1977 by Warner Bros. Records. Track Listing : 1.Nature Boy (Eden Ahbez) - 05:58 . 2.The Wind And I...

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We Remember J. J. Johnson. ‘Bonified’

This day ( February 4, 2001), in Indianapolis, Indiana, died James Louis ‘J.J.’ Johnson, an American jazz trombonist.Tracklist : 1 . Autumn Leaves 2 . w/ Kai Winding - It'S...

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Columbia publish Tony Bennett’s tribute album to Billie Holiday : ‘Tony Bennett on Holiday’ (1997)

'Tony Bennett on Holiday' is a studio album recorded in tribute to Billie Holiday and released on February 4, 1997 by Columbia.Track Listing : 1.(In My) Solitude (Eddie Delange, Duke...

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Miles Davis records with John Coltrane, ‘Milestones’ an album for Columbia (1958)

Miles Davis' 'Milestones' is a studio album recorded with John Coltrane on February 4 and March 4, 1958 and released in April 1958 by Columbia.Track Listing : 1.Dr. Jekyll (Aka...

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Charles Mingus records ‘Blues & Roots,’ an album for Atlantic (1959)

Charles Mingus' 'Blues & The Roots' is an album recorded on February 4, 1959 in New York City and released in March 1960 by Atlantic.Track Listing : 1.Wednesday Night Prayer...

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We Remember Donald Byrd

February 4, 2013 - Mr.Donaldson Toussaint L'Ouverture Byrd II a.k.a. Donald Byrd, jazz and funk trumpeter passed away aged 80. He is remembered.Tracklist : 1 . 1973 Montreux part 1...

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Duetistas Rurales

From Argentina to Brazil, the art of payada knows no borders. International maestros like Walter Mosegui and Gustavo Guichon find inspiration in diverse landscapes, keeping the tradition alive while nudging...

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Sri Lankan Baila

Step into the vibrant world of Sri Lanka's music scene with the rhythmic sounds of artists like Desmond de Silva, M.S. Fernando, and Mariazelle Gunatilleke. Their melodies echo through generations,...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ New Music Videos – N°721

Featuring: Bùi Công Nam, Chris Lebron, Swarnava Chakraborty, Rayvanny, Savi Kahlon, Happy Raikoti, B Praak, Jason Derulo, Vicky Sandhu, Sir Speedy, Singuila, Mergui, benno!, Ben&Ben, Islem-23, Guido G, Mathieu Hauguel,...

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American Hip-Hop & Soul New Music Videos – N°531

Featuring: Styles P, Don Toliver, Rich The Kid, Fivio Foreign, Fox BD, Rod Wave, DaBoii, Yuno Miles, Hunxho, 41 (Tata, Wiz Khalifa, Ayanna Ife, Rooga, Fivio Foreign, Max B, $UICIDEBOY$,...

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This week In Male Balladeers 05/52

How well do you know the music of Neil Finn and Eddie Vedder’s stripped-back cover of "Throw Your Arms Around Me" conveys fragility with raw harmonies, while Steppenwolf’s snarling 1968...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°540 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Veruca Salt’s “Number One Blind” churns with grungy distortion, while Nirvana’s raw and poignant “Sliver” captures mundane family life with unvarnished charm....

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°98 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of MGMT's "Kids" blends nostalgic synth-pop with bittersweet themes, while Christina Aguilera’s "Hurt" channels raw grief through lush orchestration. Muse’s "Time Is Running...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°326 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of 52nd Street’s smooth and emotional "You're My Last Chance" captures mid-’80s sophistication, while Morris Day’s funky "The Oak Tree" radiates playful confidence....

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

How well do you know the music of Dr. Dre’s “Bad Intentions” flexes smooth swagger over a vintage sample, while 50 Cent’s “Disco Inferno” brings glossy nightlife vibes with unshakable...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°307 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Bon Jovi’s "Bed of Roses" delivers tender introspection with Sambora’s soaring guitar riffs, while Tori Amos’ "China" captivates through understated piano melodies...

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This week In One-Off Collaborations 10

Ed Sheeran’s "Lego House" pairs melancholy lyrics with soothing acoustics, enhanced by a clever video starring Rupert Grint. Neil Young’s "Heart of Gold" blends raw folk with quiet intensity, while...

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‘We Are Live’ N°10 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The page bursts with standout tracks from iconic bands. The Selecter's "Three Minute Hero" captures 2-tone ska's raw energy, while The Jam’s...

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