The Roots

The Doobie Brothers release ‘Stampede,’ their fifth album on Warner (1975)

The Doobie Brothers' 'Stampede' is their fifth studio album (the last one with Tom Johnston as lead vocalist) and released on April 25, 1975 by Warner Bros.Track Listing : 1.Sweet...

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A Tarantellas Mix

Originating in mystery and folklore, this energetic rhythm mirrors Italy's spirited soul, unfolding in brisk 6/8 or the occasional 12/8 tempo woven together by tambourines, accordions, mandolins, fiddles, and guitars....

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Lonnie and the Skiffle Invasion

Lonnie Donegan's chart-topping success with "Rock Island Line" and the influence of skiffle on the early days of British rock are explored, highlighting the genre's ability to inspire and shape...

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New Music Videos (African) – N°497

Shallipopi and Burna Boy rework "Laho II" into a Benin-rooted plea for strength. Jah Prayzah’s "Kuno" folds ancestry into lullaby-toned Shona rhythms with daughter Kayla. Matata and Bien mix Gengetone...

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We remember Richie Havens. ‘Stairway To Havens’

This day (April 22, 2013), in Jersey City, New Jersey, died Richie Havens an American folk singer and guitarist.Tracklist : 1 . Freedom 2 . Going Back To My Roots...

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American Hip-Hop & Soul New Music Videos – N°506

Blac Youngsta’s "Snake" brings GT—aka BTS—into a stark landscape of betrayal and vigilance, riding a sparse beat that leans more venom than redemption. His delivery remains sharp and transactional, reflecting...

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New Music Videos (Ladies Only) – N°498

Lara Fabian’s "Je Suis De Toi" reflects on family ties with sparse piano and strings, while Sydnie Christmas revisits "We’ll Meet Again," blending nostalgia with wartime memories. Waterhouse’s "On This...

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We remember Lonnie Mack and his Flying V. ‘It’s Lonnie At The Top’

This day ( April 21, 2016), in Smithville, Tennessee, died Lonnie Mack, an American rock, blues, and country guitarist and vocalist Tracklist : 1 . w/ Steve Rai Vaughan –...

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Atco Records release ‘Dr. John’s Gumbo,’ his fifth album featuring ‘Iko Iko’ (1972)

'Dr. John's Gumbo' is his fifth album (and a tribute to the music of his native city) released on April 20, 1972 y Atco Records. Track Listing : 1.Iko Iko...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ New Music Videos – N°675

Werenoi and GIMS team up on "Piano," layering afrobeat rhythms with smooth refrains, while Original Koffee’s "KOFFEE," produced by Marquis Abrahams and Carleene Samuels, marks her return with crisp patois...

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Global Hip Hop New Music Videos – N°505

Skeng and Tommy Lee Sparta deliver menace in "Rose & Wreath," while Govana and Tarrus Riley blend dancehall and reggae on "Special Times." Paris-based Bouss dissects suburban hardship, and Ninho...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ New Music Videos – N°714

LIT Killah leans into trap-laced intimacy on “Fiamore,” while Malcolm Todd’s “Chest Pain (I Love)” uses strings and percussive jolts to map post-breakup heartache. Sabrina Claudio returns with the subdued...

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New Music Videos (Latin) – N°496

“Como Me Guffy” blends Yolo Aventuras’ humor with teen angst, while “Por El Sonido” pairs Papaa Tyga and Leidy Laury over dembow-infused R&B. Alan Arrieta leads “La Pantera” with layered...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°266 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Beverley Knight, The Beatnuts, Fat Joe, Andy Abraham, Cherish, Un-cut, Flo rida, Lemar, D4L, Brassy, India Arie, Jill Scott

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New Music Videos (Ladies Only) – N°495

“Demasiado Bueno” sets Alexia’s skeptical romance against bachata-tinged pop, while Cher Lloyd’s “Green Light” signals reinvention with neon visuals and momentum. LANA’s “Here” delivers minimalist detachment, and Zoe Wees’ “Hello...

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New Music Videos (Legends & Superstars) – N°494

Maroon 5 and Lisa link up on "Priceless," with Levine’s falsetto riding glossy pop while Lisa cuts through with sharp, slick delivery. Selena Gomez keeps it cool on "Talk," sampling...

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New Music Videos (African) – N°493

“Murihi Wega” merges Kikuyu rhythms with gospel motifs, as Shiru Wa GP delivers a melodic plea steeped in spiritual vernacular. Born Mary Wanjiru in Kiambu County, her delivery balances calm...

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American Hip-Hop & Soul New Music Videos – N°504

Ken Carson’s *Lord of Chaos* opens his fourth album with distorted 808s, synths, and chaos-driven visuals, declaring supremacy through occult-tinged bars. Benny Soliven’s *On Time* pairs West Coast melodies with...

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R.L. Burnside releases ‘Too Bad Jim,’ his sixth album produced by Robert Palmer (1993)

R.L. Burnside's 'Too Bad Jim' is his sixth studio album produced by Robert Palmer, recorded in April 1993 and releasedi In 1994 by Fat Possum. Track Listing : 1.Shake 'Em...

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Monthly Vintage Music Chart Highlights: Top 20 Tracks Across 29 Genres Apr 1, 2025 edition

This month’s blog post dives into the evolving landscape of 29 genre-based charts, highlighting standout tracks and artist movements across Big Beat, Garage Rock, R&B, Post-Punk, and more. From new...

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