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Weather Report record ‘8:30,’ a double live album for Columbia (1979)

Weather Report 's '8:30' is a double album recorded live (except for 2 tracks) in January–February 1979, produced by Joe Zawinul & Jaco Pastorius and released the same year by...

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We Remember Charles Mingus. ‘Mingus Maximus’

This day ( January 5, 1979), in  Cuernavaca, Mexico,, died Charles Mingus Jr. , an American jazz musician, composer and bandleader.Tracklist : 1 . Shortnin’ Bread 2 . Sue’s Changes (1975) [1/3] 3 . Sue’s Changes...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°304 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

The Zutons' “Don’t Ever Think [Too Much]” keeps it simple with a catchy riff and relaxed vibe, while Travis’ politically charged “The Beautiful Occupation” takes on war’s grim realities with...

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°2 – Vintage 90s Videos

Highlighting standout moments from various artists. The Stranglers mix wit and melody in “Always The Sun,” while Northside’s “My Rising Star” captures Madchester’s indie-dance charm. Morrissey channels rockabilly in “Certain...

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This week In Soul 01/52

How well do you know the music of Gladys Knight & The Pips, Aretha Franklin & Lou Rawls, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Booker T. & The MG'S, Edwin Starr, James Brown,...

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Happy Birthday John McLaughlin. ‘Elegant Octogenarian’

This day (January 4, 1942), in  Doncaster, South Yorkshire (UK), is born John McLaughlin, an English guitarist, bandleader and composer.Tracklist : 1 . w/ Carlos Santana, Cindy Blackman etc - The...

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Singing (and Playing) Led Zeppelin

Razer, Slash, Alpha Blondy, Karen O, Temple Of The Dog, Alabama Shakes, Alice in Chains, Heart, Steve Vai, Zepparella, Dave Grohl, Warren Haynes, Foo Fighters, Kid Rock, Tori Amos

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°512 – Vintage 90s Videos

Apache Indian’s witty "Arranged Marriage" fuses bhangra and reggae to offer satire on cultural traditions, while Spacedust’s "Gym And Tonic" spins fitness humor into a UK chart-topper. Kristine W’s "Land...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°526 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Amy Macdonald’s "This Is The Life" evokes late-night freedom with brisk folk rhythms, while Sandi Thom’s "I Wish I Was a Punk Rocker" blends nostalgia with minimalist production. Kings of...

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As we wish John Paul Jones, Led Zeppelin bassist, a Happy Birthday, the day is perfect for a ‘Led Zeppelin at their bests’ post

As we wish, today, English bassist John Paul Jones a 'Happy Birthday,' here is the perfect time to list the 'BESTS' of his band : Led Zeppelin Video Tracklist :...

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Country And Western Waltz

As the waltz waltzes across genres, Betse Ellis and the New Christy Minstrels infuse folk energy into the rhythm, blending past tales with contemporary flair. From Texas Rangers Gent to...

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This week In ’90s Throwback’ 01/52

How well do you know the music of R.E.M., Portishead, Marilyn Manson, Daft Punk, Daft Punk, Björk, Portishead, Tori Amos, Eva Cassidy, Kristin Hersh, Tori Amos, Cassandra Wilson ? Take...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°92 – Vintage 80s Videos

The page highlights iconic tracks like The Sugarhill Gang’s “Rapper’s Delight,” a 1979 hip-hop cornerstone with its cheeky lyrics and Chic-sampled bassline, and Michael Jackson’s energetic 1987 hit “The Way...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°229 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Arrested Development’s "Mr. Wendal" combines meaning with rhythm, highlighting homelessness through empathetic storytelling, while Michael Jackson’s genre-blending "Black or White" challenges racial prejudice with bold visuals. MC Hammer updates heartbreak...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°662 – 2010s Music Videos

Calvin Harris’s "Feels" blends funk and pop with Pharrell, Katy Perry, and Big Sean adding charm, while Imagine Dragons’ "Thunder" thrives on defiance and rhythm. Florence + The Machine’s "Shake...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°83 – Vintage 2000s Videos

How well do you know the music of Blue’s "One Love" blends signature boy-band charm with StarGate's polished production, while Rihanna’s "If It's Lovin' That You Want" flirts with her...

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This week In Guitar Virtuosi 01/52

How well do you know the music of Donna Grantis, John McLaughlin, George Benson, Peter Frampton, Audley Freed, Lucky Peterson, Zakk Wylde , Rory Gallagher, Joe Bonamassa, Jimmy Page, Joe...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°511 – Vintage 80s Videos

How well do you know the music of Boogie Down Productions’ "Jack of Spades" fuses KRS-One’s sharp lyricism with rugged beats and a cinematic flair, while Kool & The Gang’s...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°650 – 2010s Music Videos

Tom Odell’s "Another Love" lingers with its raw piano chords and aching delivery, becoming a quiet heartbreak anthem revived years later on TikTok. G-Eazy and Halsey spark drama in "Him...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°82 – Vintage 90s Videos

Luther Vandross adds elegance to "Power of Love/Love Power," blending R&B with emotional depth, while Daryl Hall’s introspective "Stop Loving Me, Stop Loving You" leans into smooth grooves. Whitney Houston...

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