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This week In ’90s Throwback’ 05/52

The page spotlights standout tracks like The Cardigans’ bossa nova-tinged "Lovefool," blending breezy melodies with lyrical desperation, and Tori Amos’s enigmatic "Cornflake Girl," marked by gospel-like vocals and unsettling metaphors....

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

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Leonard Cohen, Al Green, Tori Amos, Lisa Stansfield, Hüsker Dü, Miles Davis, Tony Bennett, Horace Silver, Anita O’Day, Primal Scream We Celebrate Charlie Musselwhite,...

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Singing (Ladies only) Justin Timberlake

Sofia Karlberg brings a stripped-down charm to Justin Timberlake’s “Can’t Stop the Feeling!,” while The xx completely deconstruct “My Love” with haunting minimalism. Tori Kelly’s “Suit & Tie” showcases her...

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°129 – 2010s Music Videos

Keri Hilson’s “Pretty Girl Rock” oozes swagger with confident R&B beats and nods to Bill Withers, while Britney Spears’ “Hold It Against Me” balances industrial pop grit with dubstep flair,...

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‘We Are Live’ N°125 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Aloe Blacc’s "I Need A Dollar" delivers a raw tale of financial struggle with a timeless groove, while Beyoncé’s "Love On Top"...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ New Music Videos – N°732

Ghost’s "Satanized" introduces Papa V Perpetua, blending heavy metal and melodies. Badshah teams with Hiten on "Dear Aditya," offering life lessons. A.L.A’s "Tfadhel" mixes beats with introspection in Tunisian style....

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We Remember Lightnin’ Hopkins. ‘Mojo Handed’

This day (January 30, 1982), in Houston, Texas, died Sam John ‘Lightnin' Hopkins, an American country blues singer and guitarist.Tracklist : 1 . What'd I Say (1970) 2 . Gowing...

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Elektra Nonesuch publish Bill Frisell’s thirteenth album : ‘Blues Dream’ (2001)

Bill Frisell's 'Blues Dream' is his thirteenth album released on January 30, 2001 by Elektra Nonesuch.Track Listing : 1.Blues Dream (Bill Frisell) - 02:31 . 2.Ron Carter (Bill Frisell) -...

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Hip-Hop & Soul New Music Videos – N°494

GloRilla and Latto bring raw energy to "Procedure," backed by a video inspired by "Set It Off." G Herbo drops "Went Legit" with his signature rapid flow, while Nahir and...

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This week In ’80s Throwback’ 05/52

Guns N’ Roses give Dylan’s “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” swagger and spectacle, with Slash’s electrifying solos and a gospel choir turning it into a live eulogy. Billy Idol’s “Rebel Yell”...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°521 – Vintage 80s Videos

How well do you know the music of George Clinton’s “Atomic Dog” barks into funky, synthetic chaos, while Def Jef’s “Droppin’ Rhymes on Drums” fuses intricate lyricism with Etta James'...

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Eric Burdon releases his tenth album : ‘Til Your River Runs Dry’ (2013)

Eric Burdon's 'Til Your River Runs Dry' is his tenth album as a solo artist (his first of largely original material since 2004) released on January 29, 2013 by ABKCO...

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We remember Willie Dixon. ‘Hoochie Coochie Dixon’

This day (January 29, 1992), in Burbank, California, died William James 'Willie' Dixon, an American blues musician and prolific songwriter.Tracklist : 1 . I Am The Blues (1984) 2 ....

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°323 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Ultra Naté’s "Show Me" shines as a '90s house gem with producers like Soulshock and remixes by Masters at Work adding flair,...

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Rihanna releases her eighth album : ‘Anti’ featuring ‘Work,’ ‘Needed Me’ and ‘Love on the Brain’ (2016)

Rihanna's 'ANTI' is her eighth studio album released on January 28, 2016 by Westbury Road / Roc Nation.Track Listing : 1.Consideration (Tyran Donaldson, Robyn Fenty, Solana Rowe) - 02:41 ....

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Adele releases her debut album : ’19’ featuring ‘Chasing Pavements’ and ‘Make You Feel My Love’ (2008)

Adele's '19' feat. "Chasing Pavements" is her debut studio album released on January 28 , 2008 by XL Recordings. Track Listing : 1.Daydreamer (Adele Adkins) - 03:41 . 2.Best For...

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This week In One-Off Collaborations 04/52

Ann-Margret’s fiery duet with Tina Turner on “Honky Tonk Women” swaps raw grit for theatrical sparkle, while Jeff Beck and Beth Hart electrify “Goin’ Down” with ferocious riffs and powerhouse...

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This week In Male Balladeers 04/52

D’Angelo’s "Devil's Pie," a gritty DJ Premier collaboration, critiques materialism through stripped-back funk, while José James’ “Trouble” channels Bill Withers and Sly Stone with swagger and emotional depth. Aaron Neville...

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Joe Henderson records with Lee Morgan, Curtis Fuller, Bobby Hutcherson et al, ‘Mode for Joe’ an album for Blue Note (1966)

Joe Henderson's 'Mode for Joe' is his fifth studio album recorded on January 27, 1966 with Lee Morgan, Curtis Fuller, Bobby Hutcherson & more and released the same year by...

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Trumpet Concertists

The Buzzing Brass introduces us to a world where the trumpet reigns supreme, from the classical notes of Maurice André and Adolf Scherbaum to the modern twists of Arutiunian and...

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