Eric Johnson

This month In ’60s Throwback’ 01/12

Aretha Franklin’s gritty "Chain of Fools" opens with Joe South’s hypnotic guitar, amplifying her commanding vocals, while Wilson Pickett’s "Everybody Needs Somebody to Love" transforms Solomon Burke’s anthem into a...

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Sam Cooke records his tenth album : ‘Twistin’ the Night Away’ for RCA (1961)

Sam Cooke's 'Twistin' the Night Away' is his tenth studio album (and one of his most successful) recorded on January 30, 1961 and released in April 1962 by RCATrack Listing...

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This week In ’80s Throwback’ 05/52

Guns N’ Roses give Dylan’s “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” swagger and spectacle, with Slash’s electrifying solos and a gospel choir turning it into a live eulogy. Billy Idol’s “Rebel Yell”...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°95 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of New Order’s quirky "Fine Time" captures late '80s acid house vibes with its hypnotic loops and playful sheep noises, while Cocteau Twins’...

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We remember Mahalia Jackson. ‘The Gospel Of MJ’

This day (January 27, 1972), in Evergreen Park, Illinois, died Mahalia Jackson,an African-American gospel contre-alto singer referred to as 'The Queen of Gospel'.Tracklist : 1 . Silent Night 2 ....

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°92 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Aqua’s "Barbie Girl" and its kitschy satire of materialism still resonate, bolstered by a 2023 remix with Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice,...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°103 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Mantronix’s "Got to Have Your Love" blends R&B with house, a shift from their early electro-hip-hop, peaking at #4 on the UK...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°665 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Katy Perry's wistful "The One That Got Away" blends polished pop with themes of longing, while Camila Cabello’s "Havana" captures sultry Latin...

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ATCO publish Dr. John’s debut album : ‘Gris-Gris’ (1968)

Dr. John's 'Gris-Gris' is his debut album recorded in 1967 in Los Angeles and released on January 22, 1968 by ATCOTrack Listing : 1.Gris-Gris Gumbo Ya Ya (Dr. John Creaux)...

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Atlantic publish Aretha Franklin’s album : ‘Lady Soul’ featuring ‘Chain of Fools,’ ‘(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman’ and ‘(Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You’ve Been Gone’ (1968)

Aretha Franklin's 'Lady Soul' feat. 'Chain of Fools' is an album also including '(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman' and other hits and released on January 22, 1968...

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This week In ‘Hard & Metal Throwback’ 03/52

AC/DC’s fiery "That’s the Way I Wanna Rock 'n' Roll" captures raw energy with relentless riffing, while Iron Maiden’s "Wrathchild" channels early punk-metal grit through snarling guitars. Faith No More’s...

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Me:nu Du Jour January 18 (EN.FR.ES)

>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Tower of Power, AC/DC, Bryan Adams, Warren Zevon, The Pogues, Jean-Luc Ponty, Anita O”Day, John McLaughlin We Celebrate Glenn Frey, Jonathan Davis, Korn, David...

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We remember Glenn Frey. ‘But You Can Never Leave!’

This day (January 18, 2016), in New York City, died Glenn Lewis Frey a.k.a. Glenn Frey, an American singer, songwriter and founder of the Eagles.Tracklist : 1 . Club Troubadour...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°99 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

MC Hammer’s “Pray” blends gospel exuberance with pop-rap accessibility, hammering the word “pray” into listeners 147 times atop a Prince sample, while Nas’s “Street Dreams” turns gritty ambition into cinematic...

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This week In Jazz Legends 03/52

Gerry Mulligan’s breezy “Out Back of the Barn” pairs his warm baritone sax with Ben Webster’s swinging tenor for a relaxed cool jazz charm. Herbie Hancock’s “Air Dancing” thrives on...

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Trombone Slide Show

Explore the mystery of tone and time as the trombone's quixotic charm unfolds. From the serene pathways of Brookmeyer's choral compositions to the echoes of Kid Ory's trombone, this brass...

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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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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°310 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Zapp’s funky “It Doesn’t Really Matter” flaunts Roger Troutman’s talk box magic, while ABBA’s synth-laced “Under Attack” hints at their curtain call....

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‘We Are Live’ N°5 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

The Automatic’s “Raoul” channels restless energy with post-punk vibes and sardonic lyrics, peaking on UK charts thanks to its infectious hooks. The Kooks’ “You Don’t Love Me” blends angst and...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°295 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Robbie Williams’ "Misunderstood" shines with its emotional depth and connection to *Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason*, balancing regret and reflection, while Westlife’s "Flying Without Wings" delivers sweeping sentimentality with...

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