Pop Will Eat Itself

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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Happy Birthday Sade Adu. ‘Much Adu About Love Thing’

This day (January 16, 1959), in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, is born Helen Folasade Adu known as Sade Adu or simply Sade an English singer-songwriter, lead vocalist of the British...

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Benny Goodman records ‘The Famous 1938 Carnegie Hall Jazz Concert’ (1938)

Benny Goodman's 'The Famous 1938 Carnegie Hall Jazz Concert' is one of the first recording (done on January 16, 1938) of music issued on the new long-playing format and one...

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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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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°517 – Vintage 80s Videos

How well do you know the music of Yarbrough and Peoples’ synth-heavy "Guilty" evokes ’80s R&B with gospel-infused vocals, while Prince’s "I Wanna Be Your Lover" blends funk and longing...

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This week In Male Balladeers 03/52

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 raw emotional clarity. Elvin Bishop tips his hat...

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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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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°107 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Tom Grennan’s gritty "Found What I’ve Been Looking For" blends raw vocals with pop-rock vibes, its FIFA 18 feature adding cultural weight....

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‘We Are Live’ N°5 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

The Automatic’s “Raoul” channels restless energy with post-punk vibes and sardonic lyrics, peaking on UK charts thanks to its infectious hooks. The Kooks’ “You Don’t Love Me” blends angst and...

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This week In ‘2000s Throwback’ 02/52

Mary J. Blige, Donald Fagen, Vampire Weekend, Beck, Sting, Foo Fighters, Rod Stewart, Dave Matthews Band, Christina Aguilera, David Bowie, Arcade Fire, Rage Against The Machine, R.E.M.

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°448 – 2010s Music Videos

Fuse ODG’s "Thinking About U" blends Afrobeat warmth with pop polish, while Chris Brown's "I Can Transform Ya" and Lil Wayne’s "6 Foot 7 Foot" packed swagger-fueled lyrics atop futuristic...

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This week In ‘Hard & Metal Throwback’ 02/52

Jimmy Page, Aerosmith, Iron Maiden, Rush, Metallica, Rage Against The Machine, Primus, Tool, Whitesnake, Van Halen, Zakk Wylde, Foo Fighters, Queens Of The Stone Age

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°295 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Robbie Williams’ "Misunderstood" shines with its emotional depth and connection to *Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason*, balancing regret and reflection, while Westlife’s "Flying Without Wings" delivers sweeping sentimentality with...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°606 – 2010s Music Videos

Fleur East’s "Favourite Thing" blends Afrobeat and pop with Ghanaian-inspired visuals, while JLS’s "She Makes Me Wanna" thrives on electropop shine and Miami vibes. Jessie J’s "Domino" delivers glossy euphoria,...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°81 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

Mike Oldfield’s whimsical "Blue Peter" sails with nautical charm and jaunty melodies, while Duran Duran’s "The Wild Boys" explodes with dystopian energy and layered synths. Sting’s "Russians" reflects Cold War...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°313 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Genesis blends humor and blues with "I Can't Dance," poking fun at masculinity norms via stripped-back vibes and a playful video featuring Phil Collins' iconic moves. Robin S’s "Show Me...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°85 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Robbie Williams’ cheeky "It’s Only Us" brings fast-paced energy as FIFA 2000’s anthem, while Fall Out Boy’s rebellious "I Don’t Care" delivers sharp defiance with swagger. Florence + The Machine’s...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°293 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

From Bryan Adams, Sting, and Rod Stewart’s anthemic collaboration "All For Love" to Mariah Carey’s emotive "Can’t Let Go," the text revisits tracks packed with drama and sentiment. Emilia’s "Big...

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