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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°128 – 2010s Music Videos

Echosmith’s "Cool Kids" resonates with universal themes of alienation and longing, blending indie-pop shimmer and polished production, while Beyoncé’s "Sweet Dreams" delivers a sharp-edged synthpop-R&B hybrid laced with desire and...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°469 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Robert Plant’s reflective take on "If I Were a Carpenter" blends folk legacy with Celtic touches, while Celine Dion’s "The Reason" showcases her vocal prowess but stumbles with mixed critiques....

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°84 – Vintage 80s Videos

Jennifer Rush’s "The Power of Love" blends grandeur and intimacy, marked by soaring vocals and a timeless appeal, while Whitney Houston’s "Saving All My Love for You" pairs emotional subtlety...

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This week In ’70s Throwback’ 01/52

How well do you know the music of Harry Nilsson, Joni Mitchell, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, Skid Row, Elvis Costello, The Attractions, Bruce Springsteen, Peter Frampton, Gentle Giant, Steve Miller...

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Happy Birthday Marilyn Manson. ‘Accomplished’

This day (January 5, 1969), in Canton, Ohio, (U.S.A), is born Brian Hugh Warner a.k.a. Marilyn Manson, an American heavy metal singer, actor and painter.Tracklist : 1 . The Mephistopheles...

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Columbia publish Bruce Springsteen’s debut album : ‘Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.’ featuring ‘Blinded by the Light’ and ‘Spirit in the Night’ (1973)

Bruce Springsteen's 'Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.' is his debut studio album produced cheaply during summer 1972 and released on January 5, 1973 by Columbia Records Track Listing : 1.Blinded...

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Columbia Records publish ‘Aerosmith’ their eponymous debut album featuring ‘Dream On’ (1973)

'Aerosmith' is their eponymous debut studio album released on January 5, 1973 by Columbia Records.Track Listing : 1.Make It (Steven Tyler) - 03:41 . 2.Somebody (Steven Tyler, Steven Emspack) -...

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Medeski Martin & Wood and John Scofield record ‘Out Louder’ (2006)

'Out Louder' by Medeski Martin & Wood & John Scofield is a collaboration album recorded in January 2006 and released on September 26, 2006 By Indirecto Records.Track Listing : 1.Little...

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This week In Soul 01/52

How well do you know the music of Gladys Knight & The Pips, Aretha Franklin & Lou Rawls, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Booker T. & The MG'S, Edwin Starr, James Brown,...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°527 – Vintage 80s Videos

The Specials’ “War Crimes” critiques global conflict with reggae-infused rhythm, while Red Box’s “For America” disguises sharp geopolitical commentary in pop accessibility. Altered Images’ “Happy Birthday” blends mischievous new wave...

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We remember Phil Lynott. ‘Think Lizzy’

This day (January 4, 1986), in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, died Philip Parris 'Phil' Lynott , an Irish bassist, singer, songwriter, co-founder of Skid Row with Gary Moore and founder of...

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Happy Birthday John McLaughlin. ‘Elegant Octogenarian’

This day (January 4, 1942), in  Doncaster, South Yorkshire (UK), is born John McLaughlin, an English guitarist, bandleader and composer.Tracklist : 1 . w/ Carlos Santana, Cindy Blackman etc - The...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°646 – 2010s Music Videos

Jay Sean’s "Do You Remember" with Sean Paul and Lil Jon oozes neon-lit party vibes, blending pop, R&B, and dancehall, while Lady Gaga’s "Just Dance" commands dancefloors with its infectious...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°93 – Vintage 90s Videos

Usher’s "You Make Me Wanna…" set the '90s R&B standard with its minimalist sound and emotional weight, while Boyz II Men’s "End of the Road" captured heartbreak with soaring harmonies...

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Singing (and Playing) Led Zeppelin

Razer, Slash, Alpha Blondy, Karen O, Temple Of The Dog, Alabama Shakes, Alice in Chains, Heart, Steve Vai, Zepparella, Dave Grohl, Warren Haynes, Foo Fighters, Kid Rock, Tori Amos

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Stax Records publish ‘Melting Pot,’ an album by Booker T. & the MGs (1971)

'Melting Pot' by Booker T. & the MGs is a studio album - the last to feature the classic lineup of Jones, Cropper, Dunn & Jackson - released in January...

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Branford Marsalis records ‘Trio Jeepy’ with Jeff Tain Watts and Milt Hinton (1988)

Branford Marsalis' 'Trio Jeepy' is an album recorded on January 3-4, 1988 with bassist Milt Hinton and released in June 1989 By Sony Music.Track Listing : 1.Housed From Edward (Branford...

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Beyoncé – 10 Questions You Never Asked | We Answer Them Anyway

This video looks at Beyoncé through 10 factual Q&As — from her work with Destiny’s Child to solo albums including Dangerously in Love, Beyoncé, and Lemonade. It focuses on songwriting...

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This week In ’90s Throwback’ 01/52

How well do you know the music of R.E.M., Portishead, Marilyn Manson, Daft Punk, Daft Punk, Björk, Portishead, Tori Amos, Eva Cassidy, Kristin Hersh, Tori Amos, Cassandra Wilson ? Take...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°303 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

UB40’s "Bring Me Your Cup" brings relaxed reggae vibes to *Promises and Lies*, while The Mission’s "Tower of Strength" stands tall with its Gothic rock intensity, amplified by collaborations like...

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