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 in "Have You Seen Her," and 2Pac’s reflective "I Wonder If Heaven Got a Ghetto" threads struggle with hope. Busta Rhymes’ daring "Dangerous" fuses chaos with charm, and Dru Hill’s "How Deep Is Your Love" layers seductive R&B with cinematic flair for *Rush Hour.* Puff Daddy's "Been Around the World" blends Bowie and Stansfield samples into a luxurious anthem, and Warren G’s "Prince Igor" experiments with the fusion of rap and opera. Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey’s "When You Believe" merges pop balladry with theatrical ambition, leaving late ‘90s nostalgia unmistakable.

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°1 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The text celebrates memorable tracks from the 80s, from The La’s breezy yet enigmatic "There She Goes" to Tears for Fears' cathartic "Shout." Simple Minds' "Alive and Kicking" showcases grand, expansive pop, while Thompson Twins' "Lay Your Hands On Me" blends spiritual motifs with synth polish. Soft Cell's haunting "Where the Heart Is" contrasts with the infectious groove of Curiosity Killed the Cat's "Down to Earth," and The Communards’ "So Cold the Night" melds introspective lyrics with vibrant Hi-NRG energy. Each song, reflecting unique tensions of its era, remains a standout moment in the 80s soundscape.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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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 It Out" soars with personal catharsis, and Post Malone’s "Wow." captures swagger in minimalist beats. Alt-J’s reflective "Matilda" and Jessie J’s cheeky "Price Tag" round out a mix of introspection and chart-ready energy.

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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 Caribbean roots in its breezy early-career vibe. J. Holiday’s "Bed" brings steamy late-2000s R&B allure, and Fergie’s "Big Girls Don’t Cry" mixes emotional maturity with pop accessibility. OneRepublic’s "Apologize," remixed by Timbaland, became a global breakup anthem, and Robbie Williams’ "Feel" leans on raw vulnerability, driven by his demo vocal. Shayne Ward’s "Breathless" and Westlife’s adaptation of "The Rose" lean into their predictable, fan-favorite balladry, while James Morrison and Nelly Furtado’s "Broken Strings" adds a textured duet tension to a familiar heartbreak narrative.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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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 "Ladies Night" channels pure late ’70s pop-funk energy with its catchy hooks. Herb Alpert’s "Rise" pivots smoothly into sultry jazz-funk, and Bomb the Bass’s "Beat Dis" layers over seventy samples for an acid house punch. Fun Boy Three’s "The More I See" balances post-punk melancholia with minimalist charm, whereas Big Audio Dynamite’s "The Bottom Line" mixes funk grooves with bold sampling. Krush’s chaotic "House Arrest" rides acid-house vibes, and "Tired of Getting Pushed Around" by 2 Men A Drum Machine & A Trumpet keeps dance floors buzzing with rhythmic playfulness—all capturing moments of creative evolution.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°455 – 2010s Music Videos

Big Boi’s "All Night" exudes funky energy, gaining traction via an Apple ad and live NFL performance, while J. Cole’s reflective "Deja Vu" blends nostalgia with modern musings. Snakehips' "All My Friends," featuring Tinashe and Chance the Rapper, delivers bittersweet party vibes, contrasting Kanye West’s heartfelt "Only One," a minimalist tribute with Paul McCartney. Roll Deep’s "Green Light" mixes grime grit with chart-ready polish, and Drake’s "Forever," teaming up with Eminem, Kanye, and Lil Wayne, remains a powerhouse of ambition and lyrical prowess.

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‘We Are Live’ N°1 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Kid Rock’s "All Summer Long" blends '70s rock nostalgia with autobiographical lyrics, layering Warren Zevon and Lynyrd Skynyrd samples for global success. Arctic Monkeys’ "Teddy Picker" critiques fame with sharp riffs and biting wit, while McFly’s "That Girl" masks heartbreak in cheery pop-rock. Foo Fighters’ "All My Life" roars with raw intensity, and U2’s "Walk On" channels resilience amid political defiance. Babyshambles’ chaotic "Killamangiro" flirts with collapse but holds a jagged charm, and Razorlight’s "America" balances admiration and critique with poignant reflections. Jeff Buckley’s "Hallelujah" captures delicate intimacy, infusing Leonard Cohen’s words with haunting vulnerability. Stereophonics' "Handbags and Gladrags" critiques materialism with timeless orchestral weight, while "Ashes" by Embrace ignites hope through soaring rock anthems.

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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 & I," a jet-black ode to an intoxicating romance, while Julia Michaels’ "Issues" lays bare messy emotions with sleek minimalism. Felix Jaehn’s sun-soaked remix of "Ain’t Nobody" transforms nostalgia into tropical house gold, and Jonas Blue’s breezy "Mama" captures carefree summer vibes. Hailee Steinfeld teams up with Alesso and Florida Georgia Line on "Let Me Go," blending country grit and EDM flair for an upbeat heart-tugger, while Machine Gun Kelly and Camila Cabello’s sultry "Bad Things" walks the line between chaos and allure.

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°307 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Mousse T’s funk-infused "Right About Now" with Emma Lanford exudes polished production and club-ready energy, while Boney M.’s "Daddy Cool" remains a disco classic, its quirky 2001 reissue leaning on nostalgia. DJ Sammy’s trance spin on "The Boys of Summer" reimagines Don Henley’s haunting hit for Ibiza nights. Delerium’s timeless "Silence," powered by Sarah McLachlan’s ethereal voice, bridges introspection and euphoria, while Ian Van Dahl’s "I Can’t Let You Go" epitomizes the melodic pull of mid-2000s Eurodance. Warp Brothers’ relentless "Phatt Bass" and Filo & Peri’s uplifting "Anthem" capture the throbbing energy of their respective rave eras, keeping dance floors alive well past their releases. Girls Aloud bring a polished, futuristic vibe to the pop staple "I Think We’re Alone Now," and Melanie B’s bold "Tell Me" pairs emotional transparency with sharp R&B beats.

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°302 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

Bananarama’s "Cheers Then" stands out as a melancholy departure from their buoyant style, while Japan’s "Visions of China" fuses electronic textures with Asian influences. INXS nails an upbeat vibe with "New Sensation," contrasting Elvis Costello’s cynical "Clubland." The Boomtown Rats’ "Diamond Smiles" delves into dark storytelling, and Men Without Hats’ "Safety Dance" remains a quirky anthem for rebellion.

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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 redefined Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You" into a monumental ballad, and Toni Braxton’s "Un-Break My Heart" poured heartache into pop brilliance. Madonna’s "The Power of Good-Bye" mixes reflection and electronics, and Celine Dion’s dramatic "Think Twice" delivers tension-filled vulnerability. Shai’s minimalist "If I Ever Fall in Love" stripped it down to raw emotion, while Shola Ama’s "Who’s Loving My Baby" added '90s R&B vibes. Lutricia McNeal’s "The Greatest Love You’ll Never Know" embraced tender ache, and Meat Loaf’s bold "I’d Lie For You (And That’s the Truth)" paired theatrical flair with emotional grandeur.

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This week In One-Off Collaborations 52/52

How well do you know the music of Brian Johnson & Billy Joel, Jeff Beck & Beth Hart, Etta James, Grateful Dead & Tower Of Power, Marianne Faithfull & David Bowie, Kelly Clarkson & John Legend, Annie Lennox & Al Green, Natalie Cole & Diana Krall, Patti Smith & R.E.M, Ian Dury & Mick Jones, Boz Scaggs & Los Lobos, Dean Martin & Tony Bennett, Julie Andrews, John Denver & Placido Domingo ? Take our 12-track quiz.

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