Vertigo publish Status Quo’s eighth album, ‘On the Level’ featuring ‘Down Down’ (1975)
Status Quo‘s ‘On the Level’ is their eighth studio album recorded in London in 1974 and released on February 21, 1975 by Vertigo.
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"California Love" stands as a West Coast anthem blending 2Pac’s urgency and Dr. Dre’s polished production, with Roger Troutman’s talk box adding infectious funk. Its cinematic flair, quick creation, and Grammy nod cement its appeal, though some critique its reliance on atmosphere over depth. Similarly, Chuck Berry’s "Johnny B. Goode," a cornerstone of rock, merges autobiographical nuance with dynamic riffs, its cultural impact spanning decades from "Back to the Future" to the Voyager Golden Record.
Robbie Williams and Kylie Minogue’s playful duet "Kids" exudes polished theatricality, with cheeky nods to nostalgia driving its UK chart success. Al Jarreau and Kurt Elling’s spirited take on "Take Five" explores jazz interplay, balancing Jarreau’s unpredictable scatting and Elling’s structured phrasing. Meanwhile, "On My Own" unites Patti LaBelle and Michael McDonald’s distinct vocals through slick '80s production, delivering emotional weight despite their physical distance during recording.
John Lennon releases his sixth solo album : ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ featuring ‘Stand by Me’ (1975)
John Lennon‘s ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ is his sixth studio album produced (in part) by Phil Spector and released on February 17, 1975 by Apple.
Me:nu Du Jour February 16 (EN.FR.ES)
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The Rolling Stones release their third American album : ‘Now!’ featuring ‘Heart of Stone’ and ‘Little Red Rooster’ (1965)
The The Rolling Stones ‘Now!’ feat. ‘Heart of Stone’ and ‘Little Red Rooster’ is their third American studio album released on February 13, 1965 by London Records.
Me:nu Du Jour February 4 (EN.FR.ES)
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Me:nu Du Jour January 31 (EN.FR.ES)
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Roger Waters and Eric Clapton strip down Pink Floyd's "Wish You Were Here" for a poignant Tsunami Aid performance, weaving nostalgia with sincerity, while Brandi Carlile channels Chris Cornell’s spirit in an emotionally charged live version of "Like a Stone." Beth Hart and Joe Bonamassa pour raw intensity into "I'd Rather Go Blind," and Joe Perry, Slash, and Johnny Depp crank "Train Kept A Rollin’" into a thunderous rock spectacle. Meanwhile, "Lindeza," with Ryuichi Sakamoto and Caetano Veloso, whispers understated beauty, and "Sing the Truth" unites Angélique Kidjo, Dianne Reeves, and Lizz Wright in a powerful reimagining of iconic women's songs.
We remember Etta James. ‘Etta Lasts’
This day (January 20, 2012), in Riverside, California, died Jamesetta Hawkins a.k.a. Etta James,an American singer. (more…)
Me:nu Du Jour January 19 (EN.FR.ES)
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Atlantic publish MC5’s debut studio album : ‘Back in the USA’ (1970)
MC5‘s ‘Back in the USA’ is their debut studio album (following ‘ Kick Out the Jams,’ a live album) released on January 15, 1970 by Atlantic.
Me:nu Du Jour December 28 (EN.FR.ES)
>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To John Legend, Bill Evans, Joe Lovano, Woody Shaw We Celebrate John Legend, Lemmy, Dennis Wilson, Lonnie Liston Smith, Freddie King, Michel Petrucciani We Watch…
Singing (and Playing) With Keith Richards
The Faces, Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry , Sheryl Crow , Aretha Franklin, Mick Jagger, James Cotton, Etta James, Robert Cray, Norah Jones, Willie Nelson , Johnny Depp, Eric Clapton
We remember John Lennon. ‘Slices Of Lennon’
This day (December 8, 1980), in Manhattan, New York, died Mr.John Winston Lennon a.k.a John Lennon, British singer, songwriter, co-founder of The Beatles (more…)
Feelin’ Kind of Blue(sy)
From ‘Lord, I Feel Just Like Goin’ On’ to ‘Blues with a Feeling’ , we have mixed 19 ‘Blues’ tunes around the theme of ‘Feelings’. It has Blind Gary Davis, Chuck Berry, Jessie Mae Hemphill, Lightnin’Hopkins and many more. (more…)