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We remember Burt Bacharach. ‘Anyone Who Has A Burt’

This day (February 8, 2023), in Los Angeles, California, died Burt Bacharach, an American pianist, composer and music producer. Tracklist : 1 . That’s What Friends Are For (Glastonbury 2015)...

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Michael Bublé releases his fourth album : ‘It’s Time’ featuring ‘Home’ (2005)

Michael Bublé's 'It's Time' is his fourth studio album released on February 8, 2005 by 143, Reprise.Track Listing : 1.Feeling Good (Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley) - 03:57 . 2.A Foggy...

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Frank Sinatra records his ninth album for Capitol : ‘In the Wee Small Hours’ arranged by Nelson Riddle (1955)

Frank Sinatra's 'In the Wee Small Hours' is his ninth studio album arranged by Nelson Riddle, recorded on March 1, 1954, February 8 & March 4, 1955 and released in...

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We remember Jimmy Smith. ‘Jimmy Moved On’

This day (February 8, 2005), in Scottsdale, Arizona, died Jimmy Smith,a jazz musician whose performances on the Hammond B-3 electric organ helped to popularize the instrument.Tracklist : 1 . The...

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On English TV today, The Mahavishnu Orchestra at ‘BBC in Concert’ (1973)

February 8, 1973 - if in England, do not miss Mahavishnu Orchestra at "In Concert" on BBC

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Jimmy Smith records with Stanley Turrentine, ‘Prayer Meetin” an album for Blue Note (1963)

Jimmy Smith's 'Prayer Meetin'' is an album recorded on February 8, 1963 with Stanley Turrentine and released in 1964 by Blue Note.Track Listing : 1.Prayer Meeting (Jimmy Smith) - 05:45...

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Warner Bros. publish Pat Metheny’s ‘Trio 99 > 00,’ an album recorded with Larry Grenadier and Bill Stewart (2000)

Pat Metheny's 'Trio 99 > 00' is an album recorded with Larry Grenadier and Bill Stewart and released on February 8, 2000 by Warner Bros.Track Listing : 1.(Go) Get It...

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Frank Gambale releases his eighth album : ‘Coming to Your Senses’ (2000)

Frank Gambale's 'Coming to Your Senses' is his eighth studio album released on February 8, 2000 by Favored Nations. Track Listing : 1.Up In Beachwood (Frank Gambale) - 06:55 ....

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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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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°542 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Colin MacIntyre’s Mull Historical Society blends nostalgia and loss in the indie-pop gem "Watching Xanadu," while Arab Strap’s "Love Detective" delivers raw...

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°133 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of N-Dubz’s "Girls," with its hedonistic themes and polished beats, sees Dappy's over-the-top theatrics paired with a glossy yet disjointed music video, peaking...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°107 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Ginuwine’s "Pony" rides on a bold, minimalist beat crafted by Timbaland, blending suave R&B with daring textures, while TLC’s "Creep" pairs silky...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°112 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Lady Gaga's "Just Dance" kicks off with punchy synths, capturing the reckless fun of late-2000s dancefloors, while Kylie Minogue’s "Wow" brings glittery...

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This week In Jazz Legends 06/52

How well do you know the music of Ben Harper’s "Whipping Boy" blends blues and folk elements in his 1994 debut, "Welcome to the Cruel World," maintaining a restrained charm...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°521 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Rachid Taha’s electrifying "Voilà Voilà" fuses techno with North African rhythms, delivering a fierce anti-xenophobia anthem, while Altern-8’s "Frequency" channels ‘90s rave...

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This week In ‘Hard & Metal Throwback’ 06/52

How well do you know the music of Gary Moore's "GM Shreds" flaunts blazing alternate picking, legato runs, and emotive string bends, showcasing his mastery over blues, rock, and metal....

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°108 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Ed Sheeran’s "Castle on the Hill" shines with nostalgia, blending personal childhood memories with a polished production, hitting global charts and achieving...

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The Blues spends the night at Radio City (2003)

February 7, 2003 - fifty artists are gathered for a concert at Radio City Music Hall in New-York City to kick off the "Year Of The Blues" national celebration. It...

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Sinead O’Connor visits San Francisco (2020)

February 7, 2020 - Sinéad O'Connor's "786" tour with Jackie Rainey (g), Phil Edgar (g), Darren Campbell (b), John McCullough (kb) and Eamon Ferris (d) stops at August Hall in...

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