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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°543 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The text spans a range of standout tracks, from The Smashing Pumpkins’ reflective nostalgia in "1979" to Pavement’s offbeat charm in "Stereo."...

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This week In One-Off Collaborations 06/52

Angélique Kidjo and Buddy Guy's rendition of Hendrix's "Voodoo Child" blends Beninese vocal finesse with emotive guitar riffs, striking a balance between homage and cultural reinterpretation. Buddy's sharp solos and...

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New Music Videos (Latin) – N°478

Rochy RD’s "El Sistema Cambió" reflects on urban music’s evolution, while Pierre La Voz flips love’s usual narrative in "Inmune a Cupido." DannyLux blends regional Mexican and pop on "Ya...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°330 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Shalamar’s "Right In The Socket" grooves through disco-funk vibes, powered by charismatic vocals and Leon Sylvers III's vibrant production, while Luther Vandross’s...

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We Remember J Dilla

February 10, 2006 - Mr.James Dewitt Yancey a.k.a. J Dilla, producer, beatmaker & rapper died in Los Angeles, from a cardiac arrest aged 32. He is remembered.Tracklist : 1 ....

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°100 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of David Bowie’s frenetic "Little Wonder" blends electronica and rock chaos, while Placebo’s edgy "Nancy Boy" critiques societal norms with biting humor. Skunk...

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‘We Are Live’ N°145 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Sam Smith’s heartfelt "Lay Me Down," re-released with John Legend, turned solitary yearning into a poignant duet, hitting number one in the...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ New Music Videos – N°673

Kyle Gordon parodies UK hip-hop on "Selekta." Alan Walker and Robin Packalen blend electronics with romance on "Dust." Raka and Bhumika Sharma fuse Punjabi traditions with pop on "Sneakout." Yung...

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This week In Guitar Virtuosi 06/52

Michel Petrucciani’s take on Miles Davis’ "So What" from a 1998 Stuttgart concert highlights its staying power, with Anthony Jackson’s steady bass and Steve Gadd’s subtle drumming anchoring restrained improvisation....

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This week In ’70s Throwback’ 06/52

Carole King’s "You’ve Got a Friend" from *Tapestry* is a heartfelt expression of unwavering support, with an unadorned intimacy that earned her a Grammy, while James Taylor’s smoother take topped...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°106 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Pharrell’s slick falsetto shines on "Angel," blending R&B charm with minimalism, landing at #15 in the UK. Kanye’s "Gold Digger" pairs witty...

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Peggy Lee records ‘Basin Street East Proudly Presents Miss Peggy Lee,’ a live album for Capitol (1961)

'Basin Street East Proudly Presents Miss Peggy Lee' is a live album arranged by Jack Marshall, recorded on February 9 & March 8, 1961 and released the same year by...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°326 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The Hoosiers charm with "Worst Case Scenario," an indie-pop twist full of quirks and melodious energy, while Good Charlotte’s "Lifestyles of the...

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°11 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Lisa Stansfield's "Live Together" fuses late-’80s polish with house grooves, while Midnight Oil’s "Blue Sky Mine" pairs an upbeat melody with sharp...

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This week In ’90s Throwback’ 06/52

Amy Winehouse’s "Love Is a Losing Game" is a minimalist heartbreak ballad from *Back to Black*, where her smoky vocals shine against sparse production, earning it an Ivor Novello Award....

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°410 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Nicki Minaj's "Stupid Hoe" shines with chaotic, stripped-down beats and divisive energy, featuring rapid-fire lyrics and a theatrical music video by Hype...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°113 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Bart Simpson’s "Do the Bartman" brings animated swagger with Nancy Cartwright’s playful delivery and Michael Jackson’s uncredited touch, chart-topping globally. Will Smith’s...

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We remember Mary Wilson. ‘Oh Mary Love, My ….’

This day (February 8, 2021), in Henderson, Nevada, died Mary Wilson, American singer and founding member of The SupremesTracklist : 1 . Imagine (2018) 2 . I Am Changing (2015)...

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Grands Ensembles Africains

In the '60s and '70s, Francophone West African big bands like Bembeya Jazz and Rail Band dominated the music scene. Their fusion of traditional and Western instruments created rich textures...

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Native American

From the heartfelt chants of R. Carlos Nakai to the powerful narratives of A Tribe Called Red, this collection of music showcases the timeless beauty and resilience of Native American...

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