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Hip-Hop & Soul N°230 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

The page highlights standout early-2000s tracks, including the Honeyz’s smooth “Not Even Gonna Trip” from *Nutty Professor II,* Destiny’s Child’s empowering “Independent Women Pt. 1,” and Mystikal’s energetic “Shake Ya...

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A Matter of Choirs

Experience the diverse dreamscapes painted by the Celtic Woman and the Leningrad Cowboys, where melodies transcend borders and cultures. The Froncysyllte Male Voice Choir and the Glasgow Phoenix Choir add...

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Conga Summit

Poncho Sanchez and Armando Peraza lead congas on vibrant jazz adventures, while artists like Tata Guines and Jack Costanzo honor tradition with a nod to the future. Their music blends...

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This week In Jazz Legends 01/52

How well do you know the music of Dr. Lonnie Smith, James Carter Organ Trio, Chris Potter, Michel Petrucciani, David Sanborn, Grover Washington Jr., Art Blakey ＆ The Jazz Messengers,...

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This week In ’70s Throwback’ 01/52

How well do you know the music of Harry Nilsson, Joni Mitchell, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, Skid Row, Elvis Costello, The Attractions, Bruce Springsteen, Peter Frampton, Gentle Giant, Steve Miller...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°94 – Vintage 2000s Videos

Soulja Boy’s infectious "Crank That" redefined mid-2000s internet music virality with catchy hooks and a viral dance, while Alicia Keys’ soul-stirring "Fallin’" blended gospel and neo-soul into raw emotional storytelling....

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Milt Jackson records the album ‘Plenty, Plenty Soul’ with Cannonball Adderley, Horace Silver, Art Blakey et al (1957)

Milt Jackson's 'Plenty, Plenty Soul' is an album recorded on January 5 & 7, 1957 with Cannonball Adderley, Horace Silver, Oscar Pettiford, Art Blakey, Connie Kay and more guests and...

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Singing Portishead

Amy Lee, Glasxs, Hayley Richman, Priscila Fuentes, Ola Olenkowa, Radiohead, Lia Hide, Lisa Hannigan, Larceny Chamber Orchestra, The Deer, The Civil Wars, Stringspace

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°94 – Vintage 90s Videos

Janet Jackson’s "Together Again" blends grief and celebration with its disco-infused beats, while Madonna's "Deeper and Deeper" mixes disco nostalgia and house vibes with emotional depth. The Prodigy's "Everybody in...

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This week In Soul 01/52

How well do you know the music of Gladys Knight & The Pips, Aretha Franklin & Lou Rawls, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Booker T. & The MG'S, Edwin Starr, James Brown,...

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Singing (and Playing) Led Zeppelin

Razer, Slash, Alpha Blondy, Karen O, Temple Of The Dog, Alabama Shakes, Alice in Chains, Heart, Steve Vai, Zepparella, Dave Grohl, Warren Haynes, Foo Fighters, Kid Rock, Tori Amos

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°512 – Vintage 90s Videos

Apache Indian’s witty "Arranged Marriage" fuses bhangra and reggae to offer satire on cultural traditions, while Spacedust’s "Gym And Tonic" spins fitness humor into a UK chart-topper. Kristine W’s "Land...

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Country And Western Waltz

As the waltz waltzes across genres, Betse Ellis and the New Christy Minstrels infuse folk energy into the rhythm, blending past tales with contemporary flair. From Texas Rangers Gent to...

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This week In ’90s Throwback’ 01/52

How well do you know the music of R.E.M., Portishead, Marilyn Manson, Daft Punk, Daft Punk, Björk, Portishead, Tori Amos, Eva Cassidy, Kristin Hersh, Tori Amos, Cassandra Wilson ? Take...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°92 – Vintage 80s Videos

The page highlights iconic tracks like The Sugarhill Gang’s “Rapper’s Delight,” a 1979 hip-hop cornerstone with its cheeky lyrics and Chic-sampled bassline, and Michael Jackson’s energetic 1987 hit “The Way...

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°1 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The text celebrates memorable tracks from the 80s, from The La’s breezy yet enigmatic "There She Goes" to Tears for Fears' cathartic...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°83 – Vintage 2000s Videos

How well do you know the music of Blue’s "One Love" blends signature boy-band charm with StarGate's polished production, while Rihanna’s "If It's Lovin' That You Want" flirts with her...

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This week In Singing Ladies 01/52

How well do you know the music of Nina Simone, Sarah Vaughan, Céline Dion, Peggy Lee, Tori Amos, Regina Spektor, Björk, Joni Mitchell, Beth Gibbons, Eva Cassidy, Annie Lennox, Chrissie...

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This week In Guitar Virtuosi 01/52

How well do you know the music of Donna Grantis, John McLaughlin, George Benson, Peter Frampton, Audley Freed, Lucky Peterson, Zakk Wylde , Rory Gallagher, Joe Bonamassa, Jimmy Page, Joe...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°511 – Vintage 80s Videos

How well do you know the music of Boogie Down Productions’ "Jack of Spades" fuses KRS-One’s sharp lyricism with rugged beats and a cinematic flair, while Kool & The Gang’s...

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