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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°532 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Talking Heads’ hypnotic “This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)” delivers minimalist charm with its swapped instruments and anti-sentimental love themes, while...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°407 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Migos’ "MotorSport" radiates star power with Nicki Minaj and Cardi B trading sharp verses atop a trap-heavy beat, while Lil Uzi Vert’s...

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Guitarras de Coimbra

Originating from the venerable halls of the University of Coimbra, this unique musical tradition features men draped in black robes and capes, singing of love, fleeting time, and student life....

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The Queen Of Tejano Music (& Family)

Step into the realm of iconic figures like Lydia Mendoza, the "La Cancionera de los Pobres," whose powerful voice transcends time, bridging past and present. Witness the enduring legacy of...

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This week In Singing Ladies 03/52

How well do you know the music of Sade’s "Nothing Can Come Between Us" blends minimalism and elegance, its buoyant bassline and syncopated guitars standing out, while Tracy Chapman’s "Give...

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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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‘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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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

How well do you know the music of Thos are standout tracks like The Rolling Stones’ gritty "Can’t You Hear Me Knocking," blending Keith Richards’ raw riffs with Mick Taylor’s...

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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

How well do you know the music of Sade's timeless tracks inspire distinct interpretations here. Emmanuel Nwamadi’s heartfelt twist of “The Sweetest Taboo” balances sincerity with vocal depth, while Ane...

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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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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°310 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Zapp’s funky “It Doesn’t Really Matter” flaunts Roger Troutman’s talk box magic, while ABBA’s synth-laced “Under Attack” hints at their curtain call....

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°691 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Coldplay’s "Charlie Brown" bursts with rebellious energy, tailor-made for live stadiums with glowing Xylobands, while London Grammar’s "Rooting For You" pairs Hannah...

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This week In Male Balladeers 03/52

How well do you know the music of Harry Nilsson’s "Without You" turns Badfinger’s subtle original into an orchestral heartbreak epic, while Jeff Buckley’s "Hallelujah" strips Leonard Cohen’s masterpiece to...

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

Basia’s jazz-pop gem "Drunk on Love" stands out with scat vocals and Latin rhythms, reigning on dance charts in 1995. The Corrs deliver sharp wit in the folk-infused "I Never...

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