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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°102 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Matthew Wilder’s “Break My Stride” defied setbacks with its reggae-synth groove, while Cyndi Lauper’s “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” merged New Wave with feminist energy. Blondie’s “Rapture” introduced hip-hop to pop with surreal charm, and Ten City’s “That’s The Way Love Is” brought heartfelt house beats to the forefront. Meanwhile, Kylie Minogue’s “I Should Be So Lucky” sparkled with bubblegum sincerity, and The Pointer Sisters’ “Neutron Dance” paired Cold War tension with infectious pop-funk flair.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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This week In ’90s Throwback’ 04/52

Sting’s “All This Time” mixes upbeat melodies with themes of grief, rebellion, and religion, while Puff Daddy’s “I’ll Be Missing You” crafts a sorrowful homage to The Notorious B.I.G. with borrowed riffs and gospel warmth. The Cure’s sprawling “From the Edge of the Deep Green Sea” layers yearning guitars, and Garbage’s gritty “Stupid Girl” blends alt-rock with irony. Tori Amos’s “Caught a Lite Sneeze” pairs harpsichord with industrial beats, while The Black Crowes’ take on “Hard to Handle” adds Southern grit to Otis Redding’s soul classic. Vanilla Ice’s “Ice Ice Baby” unapologetically flips Queen’s bassline, and Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” captures grunge angst with raw, unfiltered chaos. George Michael’s “Freedom ’90” turns rebellion into pop brilliance, blink-182’s “Mutt” speeds through punk-pop irreverence, and The Chili Peppers’ “Give It Away” bursts with funk-rock energy and altruism.

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Animated New Music Videos – N°133

Yoasobi’s “Undead” blends kick and synths for anime-inspired sound. Starset’s “Dark Things” merges rock and electronics. Black Country, New Road experiments with post-rock on “Happy Birthday,” continuing without Isaac Wood.

Each track highlights unique genre fusions, from Vocaloid influences to cinematic rock and experimental indie, showcasing diverse sonic landscapes.

Updated : Feb 15,2025

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°100 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Donell Jones’ “U Know What’s Up” blends smooth vocals with a bouncy R&B groove, bolstered by Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes’ playful guest verse. Missy Elliott’s “Hot Boyz,” with Timbaland’s stripped-down production, flaunts late-’90s bravado. Macy Gray’s emotive “I Try” conveys heartbreak with raw authenticity, while Whitney Houston’s “I Learned from the Best” pairs vocal restraint with glam production. TLC’s “Dear Lie” offers reflective tension, and Neneh Cherry’s “Buddy X ’99” transforms into a UK garage anthem. Gabrielle’s “Sunshine” sparkles with nostalgic warmth, and Nas’ “Nastradamus” walks a fine line between grit and self-indulgence. Through these tracks, 1999 vividly reflects R&B, hip-hop, and genre-blurring experimentation.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°100 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Eiffel 65’s “Blue (Da Ba Dee)” captures late ’90s Eurodance with its auto-tuned melancholy and irresistible synth hook, while Groove Armada’s “I See You Baby” amps up funk with Gramma Funk’s playful sass and Fatboy Slim’s remix energy. Artful Dodger’s “Re-Rewind” blends sharp 2-step beats and Craig David’s silky vocals, defining UK garage, and Rank 1’s “Airwave” delivers soaring Dutch trance simplicity.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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This week In Singing Ladies 03/52

Sade’s “Nothing Can Come Between Us” blends minimalism and elegance, its buoyant bassline and syncopated guitars standing out, while Tracy Chapman’s “Give Me One Reason” shines with bluesy simplicity and sharp defiance. Dolly Parton’s “Coat of Many Colors” delivers raw storytelling through tender country clarity, and Valerie June’s “Workin’ Woman Blues” pulses with grittiness and perseverance. Gloria Estefan’s reflective “Always Tomorrow” offers quiet resilience, and Corinne Bailey Rae’s “Closer” captures intimate R&B warmth. Meanwhile, Ana Tijoux’s “Sacar La Voz” doubles as poetic protest, and Elis Regina’s “Tatuagem” transcends romance with piercing vocal passion.

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This week In Jazz Legends 03/52

Gerry Mulligan’s breezy “Out Back of the Barn” pairs his warm baritone sax with Ben Webster’s swinging tenor for a relaxed cool jazz charm. Herbie Hancock’s “Air Dancing” thrives on live spontaneity with Buster Williams and Al Foster, while Miles Davis’s funk-tinged “Jean-Pierre” captures his 1981 comeback’s raw tension. Ornette Coleman’s “Turnaround” bends blues traditions, inspiring fresh takes like Dave Liebman’s funkier spin. Jean-Luc Ponty’s “Final Truth” blends ‘80s jazz fusion with polished synth textures, and Billy Cobham’s gritty “Brick Chicken” bridges fusion and funk with outright precision. “Sorceress” from Return to Forever storms through jazz-rock-funk elements, and Jason Moran reimagines “Fire Waltz” with sharp rhythmic twists. Eliane Elias infuses “Waltz for Debby” with Brazilian flair, Luka Loueke fuses jazz with African grooves on “Jumps The Blues,” and Charlie Hunter’s playful “St. Louis Blues” merges tradition with technical reinvention. Finally, Nels Cline and Fred Frith’s experimental guitar sessions ignite chaos and texture beyond convention.

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Singing Sade

Sade’s timeless tracks inspire distinct interpretations here. Emmanuel Nwamadi’s heartfelt twist of “The Sweetest Taboo” balances sincerity with vocal depth, while Ane Brun’s “By Your Side” strips it down to acoustic intimacy. Robert Glasper and Lalah Hathaway’s jazz-infused “Cherish The Day” feels alive and improvised, and Lauryn Hill brings raw urgency to “Love Is Stronger Than Pride.” Corneille’s “Smooth Operator” keeps its jazzy elegance with a modern R&B touch, and Kelela reworks “Like A Tattoo” into minimalist beauty, showcasing how Sade’s classics translate across genres and moods.

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