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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°298 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Robert Palmer’s *Riptide* kicks off with its theatrical title track before giving way to hits like the bold funk-rock anthem "Addicted to...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°99 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

MC Hammer’s “Pray” blends gospel exuberance with pop-rap accessibility, hammering the word “pray” into listeners 147 times atop a Prince sample, while Nas’s “Street Dreams” turns gritty ambition into cinematic...

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This week In Jazz Legends 03/52

Gerry Mulligan’s breezy “Out Back of the Barn” pairs his warm baritone sax with Ben Webster’s swinging tenor for a relaxed cool jazz charm. Herbie Hancock’s “Air Dancing” thrives on...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°652 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Jorja Smith’s emotive “Let Me Down” pairs her raw delivery with Stormzy’s introspective verse, creating a cinematic ballad, while Kehlani’s “Nights Like...

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New Music Videos (Ladies Only) – N°473

Hitsujibungaku’s “Koe” delivers brooding intensity as the *119 Emergency Call* theme song, while Jennie’s “Ruby” teases her debut solo album’s introspective yet sharp direction. Zoe Wees’ “Traitor” channels resilience, supported...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°518 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Leftfield's “Release The Pressure” mashes reggae vocals from Earl Sixteen with dub techno and progressive house, creating a hypnotic, genre-blurring track that...

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Hip-Hop & Soul New Music Videos – N°492

Joey Bada$$'s "Sorry Not Sorry" asserts his East Coast dominance with sharp lyricism and jazz-infused beats by Conductor Williams. Saamou Skuu’s "Hypé" taps into French Drill energy, reflecting his Place...

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Bob Dylan releases his fourteenth album : ‘Planet Waves’ recorded with The Band (1974)

Bob Dylan's 'Planet Waves' is his fourteenth studio album recorded with The Band and released on January 17, 1974 by Asylum and IslandTrack Listing : 1.On A Night Like This...

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The Roots release their second album : ‘Do You Want More?!!!??!’ (1995)

The Roots' 'Do You Want More?!!!??!' is their second studio album released on January 17, 1995 on DGC Records two years after their debut album, 'Organix'Track Listing : 1.Intro/There'S Something...

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Atlantic publish Aretha Franklin’s album : ‘Soul ’69’ (1969)

Aretha Franklin's 'Soul '69' is an album of cover material released on January 17, 1969 by Atlantic. Track Listing : 1.Ramblin' (Maybelle Smith) – 03:10 . 2.Today I Sing The...

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Trombone Slide Show

Explore the mystery of tone and time as the trombone's quixotic charm unfolds. From the serene pathways of Brookmeyer's choral compositions to the echoes of Kid Ory's trombone, this brass...

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This week In Guitar Virtuosi 03/52

Thos are standout tracks like The Rolling Stones’ gritty "Can’t You Hear Me Knocking," blending Keith Richards’ raw riffs with Mick Taylor’s impromptu solos and Bobby Keys’ sultry sax. Larry...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°234 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Snoop Dogg’s smooth transition into G-Funk with "Doggfather," Domino’s laid-back "Ghetto Jam," and Dr. Dre’s iconic "Nuthin’ But A ‘G’ Thang" showcase...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°98 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Prince’s "1999" brings apocalyptic funk with synth-driven energy, while Michael Jackson’s "Smooth Criminal" fuses grit and suspense with iconic choreography. Cameo’s "Candy"...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°91 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Steps’ “Say You’ll Be Mine” balances group vocals and glossy ’90s pop, while Jennifer Lopez's “Waiting for Tonight” pulses with late-’90s club...

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°6 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Lindsey Buckingham’s "Trouble" blends introspective artistry with radio-ready charm, driven largely by his own production and instrumentation. The Jam’s politically charged "Going...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°664 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Jennifer Lopez’s "Papi" channels Latin dance-pop energy, while Katy Perry’s "E.T." pushes boundaries with bold, interstellar vibes featuring Kanye West. Beyoncé’s "Run...

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Singing Sade

Sade's timeless tracks inspire distinct interpretations here. Emmanuel Nwamadi’s heartfelt twist of “The Sweetest Taboo” balances sincerity with vocal depth, while Ane Brun’s “By Your Side” strips it down to...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°311 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

From Björk's haunting "Possibly Maybe" and Radiohead's reflective "No Surprises" to Depeche Mode's intense "In Your Room," the contrast between subtlety and raw emotion is striking. The Sugarcubes’ "Hit" blends...

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Columbia publish ‘Blue Öyster Cult’ their eponymous debut album featuring ‘Cities on Flame with Rock and Roll’ (1972)

'Blue Öyster Cult' is their eponymous debut studio album released on January 16, 1972 by Columbia. Track Listing : 1.Transmaniacon Mc (Eric Bloom, Albert Bouchard, Donald Roeser, Sandy Pearlman) -...

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