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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°99 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The text spotlights standout ’80s tracks, from Echo & the Bunnymen’s haunting "The Killing Moon," blending fate with ethereal melodies, to the...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°478 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Swans Way’s theatrical "Soul Train" blends smooth vocals with jazzy flair, while Simple Minds’ "Speed Your Love to Me" surges with raw...

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‘James Blake’ releases his eponymous debut album (2011)

'James Blake' is his eponymous debut studio album released on 4 February 2011 by ATLAS (his own label).Track Listing : 1.Unluck (James Blake) - 03:00 . 2.The Wilhelm Scream (James...

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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 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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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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‘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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‘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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Verve publish Diana Krall’s twelfth album : ‘Wallflower’ (2015)

Diana Krall's 'Wallflower' is her twelfth studio album featuring a collection of songs she first heard on vinyl and released on February 3, 2015 by Verve.Track Listing : 1.California Dreamin'...

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Honky Tonk Men And Women

A blend of folk, blues, and country influences, Honky Tonk's raw rhythms captured the postwar era's spirit, evolving into a cornerstone of country music. With a canvas of guitar, fiddle,...

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Monthly Vintage Music Chart Highlights: Top 20 Tracks Across 15 Genres Feb 2, 2025 edition

This month’s vintage music charts bring updates across a variety of genres. From Armand Van Helden maintaining his top spot in Big Beat to Cast claiming first place in Britpop,...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°96 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of White Town’s "Your Woman" flips gender norms with ironic lyrics over a ’90s-meets-1930s groove, while Tori Amos’s "Professional Widow" snarls with harpsichord-driven...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°522 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Hi-Gate’s "Pitchin’ (In Every Direction)" captures late '90s trance with driving synths and club energy, while Phoenix’s "If I Ever Feel Better"...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°610 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Rizzle Kicks’ funky "Mama Do the Hump," produced by Fatboy Slim, blends cheeky wordplay and nostalgia, while Demi Lovato’s "Sorry Not Sorry"...

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New Music Videos (Legends & Superstars) – N°477

The Offspring’s "OK, But This Is The Last Time" echoes themes of "Self Esteem" with a self-aware twist. Robyn and David Byrne revisit "Dancing On My Own" at SNL50. Cher...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°477 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Babybird’s cheeky “Candy Girl” brought mid-‘90s indie pop flair with wry humor and breezy melodies, while Dubstar’s “I Will Be Your Girlfriend”...

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