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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°102 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Barbra Streisand and Bryan Adams’ “I Finally Found Someone” pairs theatrical flair with gritty sincerity in a ’90s ballad that hit No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100, while Duran Duran’s emotional “Ordinary World” stands as a poignant piece of reflective pop-rock. Elton John’s polished “Something About the Way You Look Tonight” radiates grand sentimentality, and Gin Blossoms’ “Til I Hear It from You” balances wistfulness with jangly, radio-friendly melodies. Meshell Ndegeocello’s shadowy neo-soul take on “Who Is He and What Is He to You” adds tension and depth, while BT’s “Loving You More” melds trance with introspection, offering dreamy beats and club appeal. Damn Yankees’ “High Enough” goes big with rock melodrama and lush orchestration, and Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown’s “Something in Common” charms with simple, grounded chemistry. Each song captures a slice of ’90s music, blending emotional depth with polished production.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘We Are Live’ N°12 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The page features standout tracks across genres and eras, from The Strokes’ raw indie burst “The Modern Age” with its taut guitars and earnest vocals to Guns N’ Roses’ enduring “Paradise City,” blending grit with escapist longing. Athlete’s “Wires” channels poignant vulnerability through intimate storytelling, while Head Automatica’s “Beating Heart Baby” fuses dance-punk energy with garage-rock edge. Morrissey’s wry reflection in “That’s How People Grow Up” pairs biting lyricism with brooding melodies, and Phantom Planet’s “California” captures wistful wanderlust with a timeless, road-ready chorus. Kelly Osbourne injects bratty pop-punk swagger into “Shut Up,” and Jamie Scott’s tender “Searching” highlights his early introspective balladry. Switches bring playful defiance in “Drama Queen,” contrasted by The Cooper Temple Clause’s experimental edge on “Been Training Dogs,” delivering raw sonic chaos. Each track brings distinct textures and emotional tones to their respective moments.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°668 – 2010s Music Videos

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Alan Walker’s “Faded” blends atmospheric introspection with mainstream appeal, driven by Iselin Solheim’s haunting vocals and a looping piano refrain. Its staggering success, including 11× platinum in Sweden, leans on polished production but risks overreliance on repetition. In contrast, Twenty One Pilots’ “Stressed Out” captures millennial anxieties with introspective lyrics and a blend of alt-rock and hip-hop, earning a peak at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Bazzi’s “Mine” rides viral fame into polished pop territory, blending simple melodies with sleek production, embodying catchy appeal despite shallow emotional depth. Meanwhile, Billie Eilish’s “Bury a Friend” explores dark self-reflection through a skeletal, minimalist sound, backed by unsettling lyrics, securing cultural resonance with its haunting vision and tightly controlled creativity.

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°99 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The text spotlights standout ’80s tracks, from Echo & the Bunnymen’s haunting “The Killing Moon,” blending fate with ethereal melodies, to the pulsating allure of New Order’s “Blue Monday ’88,” a sleek remix of their electronic anthem. Grace Jones’s hypnotic “Slave to the Rhythm” commands with layered production, while Ultravox’s “Vienna” captivates through its brooding precision. Adam and the Ants’ quirky “Ant Rap” fuses New Wave with early hip-hop, and The Police’s introspective “King of Pain” balances emotional depth with sparse, experimental touches. Fad Gadget’s “Collapsing New People” offers industrial tension, while Bowie’s “Absolute Beginners” mixes heartfelt balladry with glossy instrumentation.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°308 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Joss Stone’s “Fell In Love With A Boy” reimagines the White Stripes’ hit with sultry soul, while P.O.D.’s “Alive” blends nu-metal energy with gratitude and faith. Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s “‘03 Bonnie & Clyde” mixes swagger and smoothness, setting the stage for their iconic partnership. Norah Jones’s “Thinking About You” offers introspection in a bluesy-jazzy mix, and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club’s “Love Burns” stands out with brooding indie rock intensity. Sugababes’ “Change” delivers reflective harmonies, and the Plain White T’s “Hate” captures post-breakup frustration with catchy emo-pop hooks.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°8 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Coldplay’s “Fix You” tugs at raw grief with its soaring crescendos and Chris Martin’s heartfelt promise to heal, while Adele’s “Hometown Glory” strikes a tender chord with its minimalist piano and nuanced nostalgia for home. U2’s “Beautiful Day” blends optimism and loss, carried by The Edge’s iconic guitar, while Red Hot Chili Peppers’ acoustic gem “Road Trippin’” captures quiet camaraderie. Elliot Minor’s “Still Figuring Out” channels restless self-discovery through orchestral-tinged rock hooks, and Infadels’ “Can’t Get Enough” electrifies with its indie-electro intensity. Delta Goodrem’s nostalgic “Innocent Eyes” reflects on youth through polished balladry, and Richard Ashcroft’s “Science of Silence” layers existential musings over lush orchestral soundscapes. Each track carves its emotional niche, whether muted and intimate or brimming with energy.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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This week In Male Balladeers 05/52

Neil Finn and Eddie Vedder’s stripped-back cover of “Throw Your Arms Around Me” conveys fragility with raw harmonies, while Steppenwolf’s snarling 1968 take on “Hoochie Coochie Man” transforms the blues classic into gritty rock. Glen Hansard’s “Bird of Sorrow” is a restrained yet aching lament, contrasting the lush emotionality of Antony and the Johnsons’ “You Are My Sister” featuring Boy George. Meanwhile, James Blake’s minimalist “The Wilhelm Scream” layers delicate electronics with existential musings, and Elliott Smith’s “A Fond Farewell” delivers haunting introspection. Biffy Clyro’s “Mountains” balances chart power with intricate rhythms, while Peter Doherty’s lo-fi “Back From the Dead” veers between chaotic brilliance and vulnerability.

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°540 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Veruca Salt’s “Number One Blind” churns with grungy distortion, while Nirvana’s raw and poignant “Sliver” captures mundane family life with unvarnished charm. Spacehog’s “Carry On” shines with hopeful riffs and glam-rock grit, and 60 Ft. Dolls’ “Stay” balances jagged energy with heartfelt lyricism. Saint Etienne’s “Sylvie” pairs sorrowful storytelling with a polished indie-pop sound, and The Rolling Stones’ “Saint of Me” melds redemption themes with acoustic strums and electric riffs. Whipping Boy’s “When We Were Young” dives into restless nostalgia, while Dawn Of The Replicants’ quirky “Candlefire” buzzes with unpredictable creativity.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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