‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°320 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Oasis pushes Britpop boundaries with the epic "All Around the World," drenched in lavish orchestration and sing-along bravado, while Foo Fighters’ "My Hero" celebrates everyday resilience with raw intensity. Hole’s "Malibu" balances shimmering melodies and emotional depth, and Skunk Anansie’s "Hedonism" showcases Skin’s tender yet powerful vocals. The Bluetones deliver bittersweet nostalgia with "Slight Return," and The Bates inject punk grit into Michael Jackson’s "Billie Jean." Renegade Soundwave thrives on chaotic grooves in "Probably a Robbery," as Gene’s "We Could Be Kings" delivers Britpop introspection with grand ambition.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°654 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Nicki Minaj's "Right Thru Me" blends emotional honesty with sleek production, while Alicia Keys’ "Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart" uses ’80s-tinged synths to tell a tale of resilience. Selena Gomez’s "The Heart Wants What It Wants" leans into raw heartbreak, contrasting with the carefree Caribbean flair of Cover Drive’s "Twilight." Tracks like Gorgon City’s "Ready For Your Love" and Wankelmut’s "My Head Is A Jungle" electrify with polished beats, capturing both intimacy and energy.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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Singing (and Playing) With Phil Collins

How well do you know the music of Genesis merges charm and complexity in *A Trick of the Tail*, with "Los Endos" delivering an electrifying instrumental finale laced with earlier themes. Phil Collins stands out vocally on the title track, while *No Jacket Required*’s "Long Long Way to Go," featuring Sting, offers quiet melancholy. "Easy Lover" unites Collins and Philip Bailey for a high-energy anthem, and "In the Air Tonight" remains a chilling, brooding classic. Phil’s live moments, from duets with Laura Pausini on "Separate Lives" to Chester Thompson’s percussive battle on "Drum Duet," display artistry and intensity alike. On the jazzier end, *The Los Endos Suite* recontextualizes Genesis’s sound with Quincy Jones’ orchestration, proving their timeless adaptability.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°99 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Jay-Z’s effortless swagger shines in "I Just Wanna Love U," blending humor with The Neptunes' funky production, while Chris Brown's "With You" charms with its acoustic simplicity and relatable earnestness. Akon's "Right Now [Na Na Na]" delivers a catchy electro-pop groove, and Nelly Furtado’s "All Good Things (Come to an End)" wraps introspection in lush, melancholic tones. Cascada reimagines heartbreak as a high-energy dance hit in "What Hurts the Most," and the Spice Girls’ "Let Love Lead the Way" pairs smooth R&B vibes with themes of perseverance. Blue’s "If You Come Back" leans into heartfelt reconciliation, and Changing Faces' "That Other Woman" strikes with raw emotional candor, showcasing early 2000s R&B storytelling.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°107 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Eddy Grant’s "Gimme Hope Jo'anna" pairs reggae grooves with a critique of apartheid, while Kool Moe Dee goes bold with the pointed "How Ya Like Me Now." Sheila E. and Prince bring irresistible funk energy to "A Love Bizarre," and Madonna’s "Holiday" channels carefree optimism. Joe Smooth’s "Promised Land" delivers house-fueled hope, while Sabrina’s flirty "Boys" captures Italo disco’s peak.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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This month In ’60s Throwback’ 01/12

How well do you know the music of 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 raw, brass-heavy powerhouse. Johnny Cash’s live "Folsom Prison Blues" drips with dark humor, and Dusty Springfield’s sultry "Son of a Preacher Man" melds seduction with a tight rhythm. Jefferson Airplane’s electrified "Somebody to Love" channels disillusionment, while The Doors’ "Hello, I Love You" delivers a brief, swaggering groove. Pink Floyd’s spacey "Astronomy Domine" takes listeners on a cosmic ride, and Soft Machine’s sprawling "Moon in June" fuses introspection with jazz-driven improvisation.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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Santana go ‘Intimate’ in Vegas (2015)

Santana go ‘Intimate’ in Vegas (2015)
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Prince comes to New-Jersey (1982)

Prince comes to New-Jersey (1982)
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Michael McDonald sings in Tokyo (1986)

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MTV tapes Van Halen’s showcase in Milan (1995)

MTV tapes Van Halen’s showcase in Milan (1995)
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Suicidal Tendencies serenade Moscow (2016)

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On TV today, The Cardigans with Rosie O’Donnell (1997)

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