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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°312 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Shakira’s rock-tinged "Don't Bother" captures heartbreak's defiance, while Avril Lavigne’s "Sk8er Boi" delivers pop-punk attitude with a relatable tale of underdog triumph....

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‘We Are Live’ N°14 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Michael Bolton and Bob Dylan's "Steel Bars" channels raw '90s melodrama with vivid metaphors of emotional captivity, while Throwing Muses' "Counting Backwards"...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°331 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Bass Bumpers’ "The Music's Got Me" captures early '90s Eurodance energy with thumping beats and addictive vocal loops, while MC Sar &...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°455 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Stormzy’s "Cold," from *Gang Signs & Prayer*, delivers sharp grime energy in just 2:36, with Swifta Beater’s taut production elevating its impactful...

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‘We Are Live’ N°13 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The Jam's "In the City" charges with punk urgency, critiquing authority in urban life, while The Damned’s gothic "Eloise" thrives on dramatic...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°102 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Franz Ferdinand’s swagger-filled "Ulysses" pairs angular guitars with nocturnal chaos, while Arctic Monkeys’ "When the Sun Goes Down" delivers gritty realism through...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°543 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The text spans a range of standout tracks, from The Smashing Pumpkins’ reflective nostalgia in "1979" to Pavement’s offbeat charm in "Stereo."...

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This week In One-Off Collaborations 06/52

How well do you know the music of Angélique Kidjo and Buddy Guy's rendition of Hendrix's "Voodoo Child" blends Beninese vocal finesse with emotive guitar riffs, striking a balance between...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°330 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Shalamar’s "Right In The Socket" grooves through disco-funk vibes, powered by charismatic vocals and Leon Sylvers III's vibrant production, while Luther Vandross’s...

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Bi-Weekly Music Chart Highlights: Top 20 Tracks Across 16 Music Genres Feb 9, 2025 edition

Every two weeks, we update our "Most Famous 2020s [music genre] from the Last 30 Days" series, capturing key trends across 16 genres.This edition introduces new chart-toppers, surprise re-entries, and...

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Top 20 Music Charts – 20 Genres Ranked (Feb 8, 2026)

February’s charts bring sharp shake-ups across genres, starting with Peso Pluma crashing straight to number one in Corridos with “Dopamina,” instantly reshuffling the entire upper tier. In East & South...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°100 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of David Bowie’s frenetic "Little Wonder" blends electronica and rock chaos, while Placebo’s edgy "Nancy Boy" critiques societal norms with biting humor. Skunk...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°105 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Ashford & Simpson’s "Solid" underscores resilience with its groove and chemistry, while Luther Vandross's "Never Too Much" delivers infectious joy and vocal...

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This week In Guitar Virtuosi 06/52

How well do you know the music of Michel Petrucciani’s take on Miles Davis’ "So What" from a 1998 Stuttgart concert highlights its staying power, with Anthony Jackson’s steady bass...

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This week In ’70s Throwback’ 06/52

How well do you know the music of Carole King’s "You’ve Got a Friend" from *Tapestry* is a heartfelt expression of unwavering support, with an unadorned intimacy that earned her...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°106 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Pharrell’s slick falsetto shines on "Angel," blending R&B charm with minimalism, landing at #15 in the UK. Kanye’s "Gold Digger" pairs witty...

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This week In Soul Artists 06/52

How well do you know the music of Whitney Houston’s "You Give Good Love" introduced her voice with a restrained elegance, aiming for niche resonance while hinting at her potential;...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°410 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Nicki Minaj's "Stupid Hoe" shines with chaotic, stripped-down beats and divisive energy, featuring rapid-fire lyrics and a theatrical music video by Hype...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°356 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Blu Cantrell's "Make Me Wanna Scream" blends R&B with reggae, driven by raw vocals and Ian Lewis's warm backing, though it falls...

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Grands Ensembles Africains

In the '60s and '70s, Francophone West African big bands like Bembeya Jazz and Rail Band dominated the music scene. Their fusion of traditional and Western instruments created rich textures...

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