‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°655 – 2010s Music Videos

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James Morrison's heartfelt "I Won’t Let You Go" offers soft acoustic devotion, while Zayn Malik's "Pillowtalk" fuses seductive R&B with electronic elements, marking a break from his boy band days. Rihanna's "Work," blending dancehall and pop with Drake, stands out for its minimalist rhythm and massive global success. Selena Gomez's "Hands to Myself" melds synth-pop precision with restrained sensuality, while Justin Timberlake's ambitious "Mirrors" reflects personal relationships over an extended runtime.

Little Mix's "Think About Us," featuring Ty Dolla $ign, pairs sleek production with vocal power, though it lacks standout originality. The Chainsmokers’ "Roses" epitomizes 2015’s electronic pop vibe with Rozes’ haunting vocals adding depth. Kojo Funds and RAYE's "Check" combines Afrobeat and R&B, riding catchy Craig David-esque riffs. Jason Derulo's "Breathing" wraps grief in Eurodance beats, and Shawn Mendes with Camila Cabello crafts tension in "I Know What You Did Last Summer," driven by vocal interplay and emotional confrontation.

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°111 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Herbie Hancock’s “Rockit” broke barriers with its fusion of jazz, funk, and early ‘80s electronic beats, amplified by DXT’s innovative turntable work and a surreal music video. Whitney Houston’s “How Will I Know” rides a vibrant wave of synth-funk and pop, showcasing her vocal agility within a playful production. Eddy Grant’s “Electric Avenue” masks sharp social commentary under an infectious reggae-pop groove, while Heatwave’s “Gangsters of the Groove” leans into sleek early ‘80s funk precision. The Blow Monkeys’ “It Doesn’t Have to Be This Way” combines catchy hooks with sly social critique, and The Belle Stars’ “Sign of the Times” pairs playful new wave energy with cynical wit. Meanwhile, Alisha’s “Baby Talk” captures the freestyle sound of the mid-’80s, and Mantronix’s “Who Is It” delivers a restless, genre-pushing blend of electro-funk and old-school hip-hop.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°242 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Snoop Dogg’s "Gin and Juice" mixes laid-back G-funk vibes with sly rebellion, while Tupac’s haunting "Hail Mary" delves into faith and mortality with eerie minimalism. The Notorious B.I.G.’s reflective "Sky’s the Limit" blends personal struggles with smooth R&B, and Blackstreet’s "U Blow My Mind" rides sultry harmonies over polished New Jack Swing. Meanwhile, John Lee Hooker’s gritty blues tracks like "Too Young" and "Annie Mae" showcase raw storytelling, and Jade’s upbeat "Every Day of the Week" adds ’90s sass to its sample-heavy R&B. Tracks like M People's "Search for the Hero" radiate uplifting energy, while A+’s "Enjoy Yourself" layers hip-hop over disco nostalgia. Billy Ocean’s edgy "Pressure" leans into dancehall rhythms, capturing a personal defiance that contrasts with his usual smoother style.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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Don Kirshner tapes Police (1980)

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Paul McCartney releases his fifteenth solo album : ‘Kisses on the Bottom’ featuring ‘My Valentine’ (2012)

Paul McCartney‘s ‘Kisses on the Bottom’ is his fifteenth studio album including only two compositions by McCartney, the rest being covers, produced by Tommy LiPuma and released on February 6, 2012 by Hear Music

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Metallica perform before the Super Bowl (2016)

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On TV today, Paul Simon at ‘A Prairie Home Companion’ (2016)

On TV today, Paul Simon at ‘A Prairie Home Companion’ (2016)
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Happy Birthday Rick Astley

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The Byrds release their fourth album : ‘Younger Than Yesterday’ featuring ‘So You Want to Be a Rock ‘n’ Roll Star’ (1967)

The Byrds‘ ‘Younger Than Yesterday’ is their fourth album featuring ‘So You Want to Be a Rock ‘n’ Roll Star’ and released on February 6, 1967 by Columbia Records.

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We Remember Carl Wilson

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Eric Clapton comes back to Royal Albert Hall (2001)

Eric Clapton comes back to Royal Albert Hall (2001)
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Morgan James performs at Paste Studios (2020)

Morgan James performs at Paste Studios (2020)
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Nirvana go to Portugal (1994)

Nirvana go to Portugal (1994)
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Jerry Cantrell sits in with Pantera (2001)

Jerry Cantrell sits in with Pantera (2001)
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On English TV today,Gregory Porter meets Laura Mvula (2015)

On English TV today,Gregory Porter meets Laura Mvula (2015)
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Jake Bugg soloes in Milan (2018)

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On TV today, Kurt Vile at ‘NPR Music Tiny Desk’ (2019)

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