Medeski Martin & Wood visit Jamaica (2016)

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On Radio, Arturo Sandoval at KPLU (2012)

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Southern Gospel

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Pioneers like James D. Vaughan and Virgil O. Stamps etch their legacy in timeless songbooks, infusing faith with melodic purpose. Not merely melodies, but harmonies emerging from a synergy of voices—the lead, bass, tenor, and baritone intertwine to form a mesmerizing quartet. Enveloped within this musical tapestry are instruments—a piano lays down the devout rhythm, joined by the gentle strum of guitars and possibly a banjo or modern-day keyboards. Here, personal salvation and divine love serenade believers, and the promise of eternity finds a melodic home. In the seated Appalachian hills, they flirt with bluegrass, while cityscapes see them weave into more contemporary gospel threads. Legends breathe life into Southern gospel.

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°98 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Dizzee Rascal’s “Dance Wiv Me” blends Calvin Harris’s slick production with gritty swagger, creating a club-ready anthem that ruled UK charts in 2008. Estelle’s “American Boy,” featuring Kanye West, charms with its playful groove, while M.I.A.’s “Paper Planes” critiques capitalism with wit and sharp beats. Flo Rida and T-Pain’s “Low” dominated dancefloors, and Coolio’s “Gangsta’s Paradise” left a lasting mark with its reflective lyrics and timeless Stevie Wonder sample. Kanye’s experimental “Love Lockdown” and Beyoncé’s theatrical “Listen” pushed boundaries, while Ne-Yo’s “Closer” and Madcon’s funky “Beggin’” redefined pop and R&B appeal.

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°85 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

Frankie Goes to Hollywood’s "The Power of Love" mesmerizes with cinematic production and Holly Johnson’s operatic vocals, pairing love with spiritual undertones. Marvin Gaye’s "Sexual Healing" fuses funk grooves with electronic flair, redefining intimacy in music. Joe Jackson’s "Steppin’ Out" paints a sophisticated portrait of New York nightlife through sleek piano hooks and rhythmic precision. Meanwhile, The Flying Pickets’ stripped-down a cappella take on "Only You" emphasizes harmony and emotional rawness. Yazoo’s playful "The Other Side of Love" mixes Alison Moyet’s powerhouse voice with Vince Clarke’s synth-pop charm, and Jim Diamond’s haunting "I Should Have Known Better" channels regret with heartfelt intensity.

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°83 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

2 In A Tent gives George Formby’s classic “When I’m Cleaning Windows” a cheeky ’90s club twist, while Pulp’s “Mis-Shapes” rebels with swagger on Britpop’s edge. Oasis’s “Wonderwall” captures ’90s melancholy and nostalgia, and The Verve’s “Bitter Sweet Symphony” loops ambition with a legal tangle. Meanwhile, R.E.M.’s “Man on the Moon” nods to Andy Kaufman’s antics, and Björk’s “Big Time Sensuality” pulses with raw liberation, standing out in its minimal electronic brilliance. Soul Asylum’s “Runaway Train” offers grit with a poignant PSA focus, and BT’s “Flaming June” dazzles in trance precision.

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°471 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Tony Hadley’s "Game of Love" showcases his rich baritone, stepping away from Spandau Ballet's New Romantic vibe, while Vanessa-Mae’s daring take on "I Feel Love" fuses electric violin with disco roots. Shawn Colvin and Mary Chapin Carpenter’s duet on "One Cool Remove" delivers folk intimacy, and Shanice’s "Saving Forever for You" leans into heartfelt ’90s balladry. Kavana’s "I Can Make You Feel Good" adds a polished pop twist to a Shalamar classic, and Lush’s "For Love" captures the dreamy melancholy of early ’90s shoegaze, leaving an enduring mark despite modest chart success.

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°406 – 2010s Music Videos

SZA’s introspective “The Weekend” explores nontraditional relationships with raw honesty, boosted by silky production and a compelling video by Solange. Offset’s bold “Ric Flair Drip” channels extravagance through infectious hooks and Metro Boomin’s eerie beats, while Headie One and Dave’s “18Hunna” delivers UK drill’s sharp edge with introspection. T-Pain’s “5 O’Clock” reworks Lily Allen’s melancholy into late-night vulnerability, blending perfectly with Wiz Khalifa’s smooth verses. Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “All The Stars” pairs Afrofuturistic visuals with lush production, anchoring *Black Panther*’s soundtrack with grandeur and introspection. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie’s “Look Back At It” breathes nostalgia into modern hip-hop, reimagining Michael Jackson’s classics with anthemic flair, and Yungen’s playful “Bestie” lights up Afro-swing playlists, while SL’s breezy “Tropical” and B Young’s feel-good “Jumanji” inject warmth into UK drill, hinting at its evolving boundaries.

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°515 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Goldfrapp’s edgy "Ooh La La" blends glam and electro-pop with bold swagger, while Emma Bunton’s retro-tinged "Maybe" channels '60s nostalgia with cheeky charm. Rachel Stevens updates disco with a sleek touch in "More More More," and Kelly Osbourne gives "Papa Don’t Preach" a punk-rock twist. Booty Luv's "Some Kinda Rush" brings euphoric club vibes, and Gloria Gaynor bridges disco and house in "Just Keep Thinking About You."

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Queen rock in Rio (1985)

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Atlantic Records publish ‘Led Zeppelin’ their eponymous debut album featuring ‘Good Times Bad Times’ and ‘How Many More Times’ (1969)

‘Led Zeppelin‘ is their eponymous debut album produced by Jimmy Page and released on January 12, 1969 by Atlantic Records.

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Alison, Lyle, Susan, Derek et al ‘Sing One With Willie’ (2019)

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