This week In ’90s Throwback’ 05/52

The page spotlights standout tracks like The Cardigans’ bossa nova-tinged "Lovefool," blending breezy melodies with lyrical desperation, and Tori Amos’s enigmatic "Cornflake Girl," marked by gospel-like vocals and unsettling metaphors. Depeche Mode’s industrial "Barrel of a Gun" brings raw catharsis, while Leftfield and John Lydon’s "Open Up" pairs fierce electronica with punk grit. David Bowie’s chaotic "Little Wonder" showcases his experimental edge, contrasting with Texas’ soulful groove in "Black Eyed Boy." Shakira’s emotive "Estoy Aquí" pulses with Latin house beats, and Pearl Jam’s introspective "Wishlist" reveals heartfelt simplicity. Each track captures unique energy and tension, pushing boundaries in its own way.

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This week In Singing Ladies 04/52

Bonnie Raitt’s blues-infused "Have A Heart" captures exasperated honesty, while Tori Amos’ "Cornflake Girl" critiques betrayal through haunting alt-rock grooves. Rihanna’s "Kiss It Better" blends sultry emotion with retro flair, and Lana Del Rey’s "Summertime Sadness" layers cinematic melancholy with hypnotic beats. Adele’s raw "Someone Like You" strips heartbreak bare, contrasting Céline Dion’s tender "Recovering," which balances grief and resilience. Kacey Musgraves’ dreamy "Butterflies" celebrates newfound love, and Joan Baez’s iconic "Diamonds and Rust" offers a lyrical postcard from bittersweet romance.

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°316 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Tori Amos captivates with "Cornflake Girl," blending catchy piano melodies and biting themes of betrayal; PJ Harvey's "The Wind" haunts with stark minimalism and folklore. Suede slows things down on "Saturday Night," a Britpop gem softened with introspection, while The Prodigy's "Poison" oozes gritty defiance through breakbeat and punk energy. Enya’s "Anywhere Is" floats dreamily between escapism and pop accessibility, and Sebadoh's raw "Flame" tugs at emotional tension with its lo-fi grit. Daisy Chainsaw’s chaotic "Love Your Money" mixes punk absurdity with infectious hooks, contrasting Soul Asylum's reflective "Black Gold," tackling oil’s darker symbolism amidst '90s rock's rise.

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On TV today, Tori Amos at ‘Good Morning America’ (1999)

Tori Amos GMA 3 September 1999
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