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This week In Jazz Legends 06/52

Ben Harper’s “Whipping Boy” blends blues and folk elements in his 1994 debut, “Welcome to the Cruel World,” maintaining a restrained charm that invites reflection. Whitney Houston’s “It’s Not Right but It’s Okay” channels late-’90s precision and resilience, backed by Rodney Jerkins’ slick production, with Grammy-winning vocal defiance and a club-ready Thunderpuss remix that kept listeners engaged.

D’Angelo’s “Brown Sugar” fuses funk and jazz with lyrical nods to his neo-soul style, while Soundgarden’s “Spoonman” integrates unconventional rhythm and actual spoon solos for a gritty twist on grunge. Erykah Badu’s “Other Side of the Game” offers subdued storytelling, with her conversational delivery defining its quiet intensity. Each track marks a unique moment tied to its creators’ distinctive vision.

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°103 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Cleptomaniacs’ “All I Do” grooves with Motown roots reimagined as UK singer Bryan Chambers steps in with house beats, while Amira’s “My Desire” locks in as a UK garage essential with emotive vocals and razor-sharp rhythms. Justin Timberlake’s “Like I Love You” mixes The Neptunes’ tight production with falsettos and Clipse’s verses, and Alicia Keys’ “No One” delivers raw emotional intensity with hypnotic simplicity. Meanwhile, Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown’s “No Air” amplifies pop drama with glossy production, and Ashanti’s “Only U” blends sultry tension with edgy guitar riffs, balancing vulnerability and ambition.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°104 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Dr. Dre’s slick production powers “The Next Episode,” with Snoop Dogg’s flow and Nate Dogg’s iconic hook oozing West Coast cool. Outkast’s “Ms. Jackson” blends emotional introspection with an irresistible groove, while Nas’s “Hip Hop Is Dead” critiques commercialism atop will.i.am’s layered beats. Kanye West’s “Heartless” turns heartbreak into a synthetic masterpiece, and Lethal Bizzle’s “Pow (Forward)” captures grime’s raw energy with a defiant edge. Aaliyah’s “More Than a Woman” glides on Timbaland’s futuristic production, and Ludacris’s “Runaway Love” pairs Mary J. Blige’s soaring vocals with gritty storytelling. Each track mixes sharp artistry with memorable hooks, standing out in their respective eras.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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This week In ’70s Throwback’ 05/52

Fleetwood Mac’s “Go Your Own Way” channels heartbreak into a jagged rock anthem with Lindsey Buckingham’s biting riffs, while Al Green’s “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart” reimagines the Bee Gees’ tune as raw vulnerability. Van Morrison’s “Into the Mystic” blends wistful reflections with Celtic melodies, and Alice Cooper’s “School’s Out” bursts with rebellious energy. ELO’s “Livin’ Thing” wraps orchestral flair around heartbreak, whereas Genesis’ quirky “I Know What I Like” balances eccentricity and humor. Wyatt’s haunting “Sea Song” drifts between tender surrealism and avant-garde dissonance, and Smokie’s “Don’t Play Your Rock ’n’ Roll to Me” leans on nostalgic production, offering a polished but safe pop-rock sound.

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This month In Blues Legends 01/12

Muddy Waters’ gritty “The Blues Had a Baby” ties rock to its blues roots with raw energy, while Willie Dixon’s “You Shook Me,” reimagined by Led Zeppelin and Jeff Beck, brims with slide guitar intensity. Howlin’ Wolf’s “Evil” growls with menace, and Junior Wells’ “Hoodoo Man Blues” captures Chicago blues with smoky harmonica. Taj Mahal and Gregg Allman invigorate “Statesboro Blues” in a spirited tribute.

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