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This week In Jazz Legends (Special Pianists) 07/52

This week In Jazz Legends (Special Pianists) 07/52

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Omar Sosa’s Moody Jazz Café performance fused Afro-Cuban rhythms with modern jazz, blending traditional influences with electronic effects. His use of piano, Fender Rhodes, and keyboards created textured, dynamic compositions that teetered between avant-garde dissonance and harmonic beauty. Similarly inventive, Herbie Hancock and Chick Corea’s duet on “Maiden Voyage” stripped down the original’s oceanic essence into a minimalist piano conversation, showcasing their chemistry yet leaning toward cerebral abstraction.

Hank Jones reinterpreted Duke Ellington’s “In a Sentimental Mood” at the 1977 Nice Jazz Festival, delivering a restrained yet elegant take alongside Vic Dickenson’s heartfelt trombone. Monty Alexander brought warmth to standards like “September Song,” infusing island rhythms without losing their melancholy core. Meanwhile, Return to Forever’s “Sorceress” balanced jazz fusion’s complexity and raw energy, standing out on their iconic *Romantic Warrior* album as both intricate and challenging, though emotionally distant for some listeners.

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°328 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°328 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

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Slade’s “Run Runaway” combined glam rock energy with Scottish folk vibes, reaching No. 7 in the UK and breaking into the US top 20. Its electric fiddle and infectious rhythm gave it an arena-rock edge. The Police’s “So Lonely,” with its punk-reggae fusion, went from initial chart failure to a UK top 10 hit upon re-release in 1980, featuring Sting’s angsty yet self-aware vocals that became a fan favorite.

Chas & Dave’s “London Girls” celebrated Cockney charm but struggled to stand out, peaking at No. 63 on the charts. Meanwhile, David Bowie and Pat Metheny’s “This Is Not America” blended jazz textures with introspective lyrics, hitting No. 32 in the US. Madness’s “Michael Caine” pushed narrative boundaries with its noir vibe and reached No. 11 in the UK, while The Style Council’s slick, brassy “My Ever Changing Moods” became Paul Weller’s highest US charting single.

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‘We Are Live’ N°15 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

‘We Are Live’ N°15 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

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The Kills’ “The Good Ones” thrives on raw minimalism, with Alison Mosshart’s snarl paired against Jamie Hince’s taut guitar, creating electrifying tension. Its success on the UK Singles Chart (#23) and sharp Rojo-directed video amplify its gritty outsider aesthetic. Elsewhere, The Strokes’ “Reptilia” blends Julian Casablancas’ detached vocals with tightly wound guitar interplay and gained long-term appeal through its presence in games like *Guitar Hero III*.

U2’s “All Because of You” aims for anthemic energy but lacks depth, performing better live during their Vertigo Tour. Meanwhile, The Duke Spirit’s “Lion Rip” offers moody rawness tied to their early ambitions, showcasing Liela Moss’s mesmerizing vocals. Nada Surf’s “Hi-Speed Soul” delivers vibrant alt-rock dynamics, balancing melody and propulsion, while The Datsuns’ “Harmonic Generator” captures rowdy garage rock urgency with brash intensity.

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°103 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°103 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Depeche Mode’s “See You” blends youthful charm with darker synth-pop edges, capturing a transitional moment for the band post-Vince Clarke. Blondie’s Debbie Harry experiments with icy allure on Giorgio Moroder-produced “Rush Rush,” while Talking Heads’ “Once in a Lifetime” melds existential musings with funky rhythms. Genesis’s “Illegal Alien” mixes satire and controversy, and The The’s “Slow Train to Dawn” pairs Matt Johnson’s brooding with Neneh Cherry’s raw edge. Madness’s ska-fueled “One Step Beyond” radiates chaotic energy, while Heaven 17’s “Temptation” towers with its grand orchestral drama and synth precision. Time Zone’s “World Destruction” unites Afrika Bambaataa and John Lydon in raw punk-rap fusion, and Mötley Crüe’s glam-metal revamp of “Smokin’ in the Boys Room” delivers rebellious nostalgia.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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We remember Chick Corea. ‘Hot Chick’

We remember Chick Corea. ‘Hot Chick’

This day (February 9, 2021), in Tampa Bay, Florida, died Armando Anthony Corea a.k.a Chick Corea, an American jazz pianist, keyboardist and composer.Tracklist : 1 . Spain (2018) 2 .…

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°542 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°542 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Colin MacIntyre’s Mull Historical Society blends nostalgia and loss in the indie-pop gem “Watching Xanadu,” while Arab Strap’s “Love Detective” delivers raw discomfort through spoken word and sparse keys. El Presidente’s glam-charged “Rocket” struts with bold riffs, contrasting with the reflective melancholy of Goldfrapp’s synth-laden “A&E.” Funeral for a Friend’s “Escape Artists Never Die” wraps intensity in post-hardcore urgency, and Patrick Wolf’s “The Libertine” pairs dramatic strings with windswept emotion. Bloc Party’s “So Here We Are” stands out for its shimmering guitars and quiet introspection, offering a poignant counterpoint to the sharper edge of its accompanying tracks.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°133 – 2010s Music Videos

‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°133 – 2010s Music Videos

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N-Dubz’s “Girls,” with its hedonistic themes and polished beats, sees Dappy’s over-the-top theatrics paired with a glossy yet disjointed music video, peaking modestly at No. 18 in the UK. Troye Sivan’s “Youth” shines as millennial synth-pop, blending sparkling hooks and universal themes of first love, landing higher in charts like Australia (No. 17) and achieving multi-platinum accolades globally.

The Vamps and Matoma teamed up for “All Night,” a streamlined EDM-pop crossover with childlike vocal production quirks, staying on UK charts for 26 weeks. Sophie Ellis-Bextor slowed the pace with “Young Blood,” an introspective chamber pop piece that peaked at No. 34 in the UK, offering cinematic strings and tender vocals that departed from her dance-pop roots.

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