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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°116 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Justin Timberlake’s “SexyBack,” with its distorted vocals and electro-funk swagger, marked a bold shift for the artist, blending Bowie-esque intensity with Timberlake’s...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°657 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Taylor Swift’s "Style" captures the push-pull dynamics of a turbulent romance with sleek production and nods to nostalgia, standing tall on *1989*....

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°329 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Extreme’s "Tragic Comic" blends humor and romance with a rock vibe, showcasing witty lyrics atop a straightforward E major framework. Its quirky...

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This week In Singing Ladies 07/52

Sarah Vaughan’s "Send In The Clowns," from her 1981 album, highlights her vocal depth, turning Sondheim’s poignant lyrics into an intimate experience. Katie Melua’s "Spider’s Web" blends subtle guitar work...

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Me:nu Du Jour February 12 (EN.FR.ES)

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Allman Brothers, Robert Wyatt, Rush, Return to Forever, Miles Davis, Billie Holiday, Dave Brubeck We Celebrate Michael McDonald, Steve Hackett, Screamin Jay Hawkins, Eubie...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°692 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Paramore’s "The Only Exception" showcases a softer, stripped-down ballad in 6/8 time, veering from their usual energy. Hayley Williams’ heartfelt delivery anchors...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°328 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Slade’s “Run Runaway” combined glam rock energy with Scottish folk vibes, reaching No. 7 in the UK and breaking into the US...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°669 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Sam Smith’s "Lay Me Down" carries raw emotion, evolving from a modest 2013 release to gaining wider notice with a 2015 reissue...

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‘We Are Live’ N°15 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The Kills’ "The Good Ones" thrives on raw minimalism, with Alison Mosshart’s snarl paired against Jamie Hince’s taut guitar, creating electrifying tension....

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Me:nu Du Jour February 11 (EN.FR.ES)

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Erykah Badu, Luther Vandross, Michael Bublé, The Smiths, Jethro Tull, The Bad Plus, Sonny Rollins We Celebrate D’Angelo, Sheryl Crow, Brandy, Sérgio Mendes, Whitney...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°103 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Depeche Mode’s “See You” blends youthful charm with darker synth-pop edges, capturing a transitional moment for the band post-Vince Clarke. Blondie’s Debbie...

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New Music Videos (African) – N°479

"Owuo Safoa" sees Jay Bahd blending Asakaa drill with darker themes, produced by Jay Bunae, marking his latest in Ghana’s drill movement."Dancehall Time" pairs Zimbabwe’s Master H with Capleton, merging...

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Me:nu Du Jour February 10 (EN.FR.ES)

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Norah Jones, Diana Ross, Dionne Warwick, Keb'Mo, Beach Boys, Kanye West, Blur, Carole King, Van Halen, The Divine Comedy, Ornette Coleman, Public Enemy We...

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

Stormzy’s "Cold," from *Gang Signs & Prayer*, delivers sharp grime energy in just 2:36, with Swifta Beater’s taut production elevating its impactful brevity. Certified Gold and peaking at #21 on...

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This week In One-Off Collaborations 06/52

Angélique Kidjo and Buddy Guy's rendition of Hendrix's "Voodoo Child" blends Beninese vocal finesse with emotive guitar riffs, striking a balance between homage and cultural reinterpretation. Buddy's sharp solos and...

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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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Me:nu Du Jour February 9 (EN.FR.ES)

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To The Doors, Peggy Lee, Father John Misty, Franz Ferdinand, John Scofield, Dizzy Gillespie, John Lee Hooker, McCoy Tyner We Celebrate Carole King, Chick Corea...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ New Music Videos – N°673

Kyle Gordon parodies UK hip-hop on "Selekta." Alan Walker and Robin Packalen blend electronics with romance on "Dust." Raka and Bhumika Sharma fuse Punjabi traditions with pop on "Sneakout." Yung...

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This week In ’70s Throwback’ 06/52

Carole King’s "You’ve Got a Friend" from *Tapestry* is a heartfelt expression of unwavering support, with an unadorned intimacy that earned her a Grammy, while James Taylor’s smoother take topped...

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Me:nu Du Jour February 8 (EN.FR.ES)

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Michael Bublé, Ben Harper, Television, Pat Metheny, Gil Scott-Heron, Frank Sinatra, Frank Gambale, Jimmy Smith We Celebrate Jimmy Smith, Anderson .Paak We Watch Tony...

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