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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°335 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

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Lenny Kravitz’s “Fly Away” delivers effortless grooves with its four-chord simplicity, blending pop-rock and funk for wide appeal—it even snagged a Grammy and topped the UK charts. Jamiroquai’s “High Times” stands out with polished R&B-funk, showcasing tight production and Jay Kay’s vocal charisma, though its tame lyrics on travel fatigue leave it feeling safe rather than bold.

Urban Cookie Collective’s “Sail Away” rides the ’90s Eurodance wave with radiant vocals by Diane Charlemagne, climbing charts across Europe while sticking to a familiar formula. Meanwhile, “Crispy Bacon” by Laurent Garnier masters minimalist techno, its relentless bassline and stripped-back intensity epitomizing late ’90s club culture with playful menace.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°13 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

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Dumdums’ “Army of Two” blends crisp production, plaintive vocals, and rhythmic precision, capturing early-2000s British guitar pop but plateauing at number 27 like their previous singles. JJ72’s “Snow,” marked by melancholic energy and Mark Greaney’s theatrical vocals, saw a delayed rise to number 21 on its re-release, contrasting their fragile yet defiant presence with peers like Coldplay and Embrace.

Oasis’s “Songbird,” Liam Gallagher’s tender ode, strips back typical bombast for raw simplicity, maintaining a modest spot in their catalog. Beth Orton’s “Conceived” is understated and intimate, leaning on her folk-pop blend yet leaving ambitions underexplored. Meanwhile, Freefaller’s “Do This! Do That!” delivers catchy, straightforward pop/rock, reflecting early-2000s radio’s formulaic appeal.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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Carolina Chocolate Drops’ take on Blu Cantrell’s “Hit ‘Em Up Style” transforms modern pop into a string-band jam with banjos and fiddles, tying it to their Piedmont roots. Prince’s “Fury” mixes acid rock and funk with blistering guitar but feels restrained, contrasting its live performances where his energy electrifies the track. Meanwhile, Tenacious D’s “Dude (I Totally Miss You)” walks the line between humor and heartfelt emotion, thriving in their animated live sets.

Beth Hart’s “Hiding Under Water” channels her raw blues-rock energy, with live renditions cutting deeper into her vulnerability. Robbie Williams’ “Monsoon” sits comfortably on “Escapology,” blending polished instrumentation with emotional volatility. PJ Harvey’s “The Sky Lit Up” sprints with controlled chaos, while George Benson and Al Jarreau’s “Summer Breeze” reimagines soft rock as jazzy sophistication, contrasting nostalgia with urbane warmth.

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°315 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

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Andreas Johnson’s “Glorious” embodies late-90s polished pop-rock, delivering catchy, radio-ready melodies but leaning more on marketability than artistry. Shivaree’s “Goodnight Moon” stands out with its haunting Southern Gothic vibe, blending Ambrosia Parsley’s vulnerable vocals with noir-like instrumentation. Meanwhile, Richard Hawley’s “Baby, You’re My Light” embraces understated tenderness, offering warmth but skirting predictability.

Counting Crows’ “Big Yellow Taxi” revamps Joni Mitchell’s original with Vanessa Carlton’s vocal addition, balancing nostalgia with commercial sheen. Simple Plan’s “When I’m Gone” softens their pop-punk roots into radio-friendly polish, while Antony Costa’s cautious “Do You Ever Think Of Me” reflects a transitional solo effort. Plumb’s “Real” focuses on self-acceptance, though its safe production misses potential depth.

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