Jazz Crusaders

‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°314 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Tina Turner’s "Love Thing" from *Simply the Best* blends her vocal prowess with early-'90s pop flair but sits awkwardly among her classic...

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This week In Soul Artists 07/52

Al Jarreau’s "Trouble in Paradise" from his 1983 album balances smooth production and heartfelt lyrics, though it leans into safe territory compared to dynamic tracks like "Mornin’." The Crusaders’ "Street...

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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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This week In ’70s Throwback’ 01/52

Harry Nilsson, Joni Mitchell, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, Skid Row, Elvis Costello, The Attractions, Bruce Springsteen, Peter Frampton, Gentle Giant, Steve Miller Band, Crosby, Stills, Nash, Van Morrison

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Funky Saxophones

Something stirs mid-'60s, and by the 1970s, it thunders: Funk. Electric bass and drums form a backbone steeled by staccato guitars, with African-American origins breathing through a mesh of R&B...

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A Suite of Freedoms

From 'Driva' Man' to 'Freedom Swing Song' , we have mixed 20 'Jazz and More' tunes around the theme of 'Max Roach's "We Insist! Freedom Now Suite"'. It has Laura...

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