John Martin

‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°4 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

U2’s brassy "Angel of Harlem" honors Billie Holiday with gritty NYC vibes, while Siouxsie and the Banshees’ haunting "Israel" blends mysticism and sparse instrumentation. Sinéad O’Connor’s defiant "Mandinka" merges post-punk...

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‘We Are Live’ N°124 – 2010s Music Videos

Foster the People’s “Pumped Up Kicks” hides a dark, unsettling story beneath its sunny indie-pop melody, while The 1975’s funky “Ugh!” mixes humor with raw introspection about addiction. Kelly Clarkson’s...

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This week In Male Balladeers 02/52

How well do you know the music of Andy Williams, Bob Dylan, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, The Doors, Kurt Elling, Paul Simon, Elvis Presley, Ry Cooder, James Taylor, Donny Hathaway,...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°87 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Allure’s "All Cried Out" reimagines heartbreak with soft harmonies and 112’s rich vocals, while Meat Loaf's “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” blends operatic flair with...

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This week In ‘Hard & Metal Throwback’ 01/52

How well do you know the music of Aerosmith, Dio, Led Zeppelin, The Hives, Marilyn Manson, Zakk Wylde, Rancid, Dio, Destroy All Monsters, Donna Grantis, Asheton, Asheton, Mascis, Watt, The...

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°3 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Lily Allen’s "LDN" pairs breezy ska rhythms with sharp critiques of London’s grittiness, while Miley Cyrus’s "7 Things" captures teenage heartbreak in pop-punk style. Feeder’s "Forget About Tomorrow" reflects on...

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‘Pretenders’ is their debut eponymous album featuring ‘Stop Your Sobbing’ and ‘Brass in Pocket’ (1980)

'Pretenders ' feat. 'Stop Your Sobbing' & 'Brass in Pocket' is their debut eponymous studio album produced by Chris Thomas and released on 7 January 1980 by Real / Sire.Track...

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Daft Punk release their debut album : ‘Homework’ featuring ‘Da Funk’ and ‘Around the World’ (1997)

Daft Punk's 'Homework' is their debut album produced by members, Thomas Bangalter & Guy-Manuel De Homem-Christo and released on January 7, 1997 by Virgin Soma.Track Listing : 1.Daftendirekt (Thomas Bangalter,...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°290 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Bonnie Raitt's "I Can’t Make You Love Me" stuns with its raw vulnerability and Bruce Hornsby’s haunting piano, while Lighthouse Family’s "High" blends optimism with emotional depth, striking a bittersweet...

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‘We Are Live’ N°2 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

Julian Lennon’s "Too Late for Goodbyes" pairs heartbreak with upbeat 80s polish, bolstered by Toots Thielemans’ harmonica, while ELO’s "Last Train to London" bridges disco and pop with glossy strings...

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This week In ’80s Throwback’ 01/52

Neneh Cherry, R.E.M., The Allman Brothers Band, Crosby Stills and Nash, U2, The Pretenders, The Cult, Prince, Gary Moore & Phil Lynott, George Benson, Eurythmics, Sonic Youth

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David Ruffin begins the recording of ‘David,’ a posthumous album (1969)

David Ruffin's 'David' is an album (also known as 'The Unreleased Album') recorded between January 6, 1969 & May 26, 1971 and released on June 25, 2004 by Hip-O.Track Listing...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°527 – Vintage 80s Videos

The Specials’ “War Crimes” critiques global conflict with reggae-infused rhythm, while Red Box’s “For America” disguises sharp geopolitical commentary in pop accessibility. Altered Images’ “Happy Birthday” blends mischievous new wave...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°292 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

Olivia Newton-John’s heartfelt "I Honestly Love You" pairs understated delivery with emotional depth, while Phil Collins and Marilyn Martin’s "Separate Lives" captures restrained sorrow. Lionel Richie’s "Ballerina Girl" offers tender...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°303 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

UB40’s "Bring Me Your Cup" brings relaxed reggae vibes to *Promises and Lies*, while The Mission’s "Tower of Strength" stands tall with its Gothic rock intensity, amplified by collaborations like...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°229 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Arrested Development’s "Mr. Wendal" combines meaning with rhythm, highlighting homelessness through empathetic storytelling, while Michael Jackson’s genre-blending "Black or White" challenges racial prejudice with bold visuals. MC Hammer updates heartbreak...

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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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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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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°82 – Vintage 90s Videos

Luther Vandross adds elegance to "Power of Love/Love Power," blending R&B with emotional depth, while Daryl Hall’s introspective "Stop Loving Me, Stop Loving You" leans into smooth grooves. Whitney Houston...

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Me:nu Du Jour December 31 (EN.FR.ES)

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Barbra Streisand, João Donato, Jaco Pastorius, Steve Winwood We Celebrate Donna Summer, Natalie Cole We Watch The Blues Brothers, The Police, The Band, Bonnie...

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