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We remember Dizzy Gillespie. ‘Dizzy Pieces’

This day (January 6, 1993), in Englewood, New Jersey, died Dizzy Gillespie, an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer and occasional singer.Tracklist : 1 . w/ Stan Getz: – A Night...

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Me:nu Du Jour January 5 (EN.FR.ES)

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Bob Dylan, Aerosmith, Elvis Costello, Bruce Springsteen, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Weather Report, Medeski Martin & Wood, John Scofield, Ella Fitzgerald, Milt Jackson We Celebrate...

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°128 – 2010s Music Videos

Echosmith’s "Cool Kids" resonates with universal themes of alienation and longing, blending indie-pop shimmer and polished production, while Beyoncé’s "Sweet Dreams" delivers a sharp-edged synthpop-R&B hybrid laced with desire and...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°84 – Vintage 80s Videos

Jennifer Rush’s "The Power of Love" blends grandeur and intimacy, marked by soaring vocals and a timeless appeal, while Whitney Houston’s "Saving All My Love for You" pairs emotional subtlety...

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This week In ’70s Throwback’ 01/52

Harry Nilsson, Joni Mitchell, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, Skid Row, Elvis Costello, The Attractions, Bruce Springsteen, Peter Frampton, Gentle Giant, Steve Miller Band, Crosby, Stills, Nash, Van Morrison

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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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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°513 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Madonna’s “American Life” critiques consumerism with folktronica flair, blending acoustic guitars and electronic beats, while Basshunter’s “Angel in the Night” spices Eurodance with rock hints. Alice Deejay’s “Better Off Alone”...

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Donna Grantis shreds in NYC (2019)

January 5, 2019 - ex-Prince & 3rdeyegirl guitarist Donna Grantis takes part with Suphala (tabla), Jason Lindner (kb), Jonathan Maron (b) and Jason "JT" Thomas (d), in the "Winter Jazzfest"...

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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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Me:nu Du Jour January 4 (EN.FR.ES)

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Marvin Gaye, Sister Sledge, The Doors, Eurythmics, Frank Sinatra, Count Basie, Clifford Brown, Max Roach We Celebrate Michael Stipe, Phil Lynott, Beth Gibbons, Portishead,...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°717 – 2010s Music Videos

Highlighting tracks with distinct vibes—The 1975’s playful “Girls” contrasts youthful chaos with indie pop charm, while Ed Sheeran’s “Don’t” seethes with betrayal over sharp R&B beats. Nicole Scherzinger’s fierce “Poison”...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ New Music Videos – N°710

Corona’s "Classy" highlights his lyrical prowess in Balkan hip-hop, continuing his streak of urban anthems like "Gad" and "Sicilija." Anas Juulo’s "Cocaina," featuring Natasha Marie, explores love’s obsessive allure with...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°304 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

The Zutons' “Don’t Ever Think [Too Much]” keeps it simple with a catchy riff and relaxed vibe, while Travis’ politically charged “The Beautiful Occupation” takes on war’s grim realities with...

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Most Trending Vintage Songs: Top 20 Tracks Across 29 Genres, Dec 31 2024 edition

Every month, our “Most Trending Vintage [music genre] Songs” series highlights the vintage tracks experiencing the highest engagement growth over the last six months. Covering 29 genres from the 80s...

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This week In Soul 01/52

Gladys Knight & The Pips, Aretha Franklin & Lou Rawls, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Booker T. & The MG'S, Edwin Starr, James Brown, The Drifters, Sister Sledge, The Supremes, Tina Turner,...

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Sister Sledge release their third album : ‘We Are Family’ featuring ‘He’s the Greatest Dancer,’ ‘Lost in Music’ and ‘We Are Family’ (1979)

Sister Sledge's 'We Are Family' is an album written and produced by Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards and released in January 1979 by Cotillion Records.Track Listing : 1.He'S The Greatest...

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Happy Birthday John McLaughlin. ‘Elegant Octogenarian’

This day (January 4, 1942), in  Doncaster, South Yorkshire (UK), is born John McLaughlin, an English guitarist, bandleader and composer.Tracklist : 1 . w/ Carlos Santana, Cindy Blackman etc - The...

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Me:nu Du Jour January 3 (EN.FR.ES)

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Billie Holiday, Booker T. & the MGs, Syd Barrett, Tony Bennett, Count Basie, Branford Marsalis, Elvin Jones, Grover Washington Jr. We Celebrate Stephen Stills,...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°646 – 2010s Music Videos

Jay Sean’s "Do You Remember" with Sean Paul and Lil Jon oozes neon-lit party vibes, blending pop, R&B, and dancehall, while Lady Gaga’s "Just Dance" commands dancefloors with its infectious...

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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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