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This week In Soul Artists 07/52

How well do you know the music of Al Jarreau’s "Trouble in Paradise" from his 1983 album balances smooth production and heartfelt lyrics, though it leans into safe territory compared...

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This week In Male Balladeers 07/52

How well do you know the music of Robbie Williams’ "Angels," co-written with Guy Chambers, blends sweeping production with karaoke-ready appeal, securing its place in late-'90s pop history despite chart...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°109 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Brandy’s "Sittin' Up in My Room," crafted by Babyface, blends introspection with polished mid-'90s R&B, featuring a catchiness rooted in Brandy’s youthful...

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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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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°108 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Daniel Bedingfield’s "Gotta Get Thru This" brilliantly channels raw emotion with a DIY edge, blending heartfelt falsetto and UK garage beats recorded...

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Singing With Peter Gabriel

How well do you know the music of Peter Gabriel’s "Washing of the Water" gets an understated touch from Coldplay’s Chris Martin, merging emotional restraint with spiritual depth. Kate Bush...

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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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Nippon Trad

From the ethereal sounds of the koto to the rhythmic beats of the taiko drums, these sonic landscapes paint a vivid picture of Japan's musical evolution. Ensemble Nipponia and Tokyo...

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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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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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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°11 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Lisa Stansfield's "Live Together" fuses late-’80s polish with house grooves, while Midnight Oil’s "Blue Sky Mine" pairs an upbeat melody with sharp...

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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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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°113 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Bart Simpson’s "Do the Bartman" brings animated swagger with Nancy Cartwright’s playful delivery and Michael Jackson’s uncredited touch, chart-topping globally. Will Smith’s...

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°133 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of N-Dubz’s "Girls," with its hedonistic themes and polished beats, sees Dappy's over-the-top theatrics paired with a glossy yet disjointed music video, peaking...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°107 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Ginuwine’s "Pony" rides on a bold, minimalist beat crafted by Timbaland, blending suave R&B with daring textures, while TLC’s "Creep" pairs silky...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°309 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Sade’s "Hang On to Your Love" delivers sleek, restrained grooves, while Daryl Hall & John Oates’ "One on One" balances intimacy with...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°103 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Cleptomaniacs’ "All I Do" grooves with Motown roots reimagined as UK singer Bryan Chambers steps in with house beats, while Amira's "My...

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