Monthly Vintage Music Chart Highlights: Top 20 Tracks Across 15 Genres Feb 2, 2025 edition

This month’s vintage music charts bring updates across a variety of genres. From Armand Van Helden maintaining his top spot in Big Beat to Cast claiming first place in Britpop, the rankings reflect both stability and fresh additions.

Notable new entries include Death From Above 1979’s “Romantic Rights” in 2000s Garage Rock and Kendrick Lamar & SZA’s “All The Stars” in 2010s R&B. Check out the full breakdown of this month’s biggest movers and fresh additions.

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This week In Guitar Virtuosi 05/52

Santana’s “Once It’s Gotcha” layers Latin jazz percussion with Carlos Santana’s subtle guitar and vocals, while Bill Frisell’s “Outlaws” shifts between jazz fusion and Americana across two albums, each offering distinct moods. Prince’s “Controversy” boldly questions identity with synth-heavy grooves, and Black Sabbath’s “Supernaut” delivers unrelenting riffs adored by legends like Jeff Beck. John Scofield’s “Acidhead” blurs jazz, funk, and electronic chaos, while James Blood Ulmer’s “President of Hell” dives into raw, experimental blues. Rock Candy Funk Party’s “Don’t Funk With Me” delivers playful funk energy, and Kenny Wayne Shepherd revives B.B. King classics with fiery solos and emotional depth. Steve Hackett’s “El Niño” storms through progressive rock with symphonic intensity, and George Benson’s “Valdez in the Country” melds finesse and groove in a jazz-funk classic.

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°322 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of The text takes us through standout tracks of the late ’70s and ’80s, beginning with The Specials' ska anthem "A Message to You Rudy," its sharp brass and youthful grit resonating amidst UK turmoil. LL Cool J’s raw “I Can’t Live Without My Radio” honors boombox culture, while Whodini’s electro-funk “Magic's Wand” spotlights DJ artistry. Meanwhile, Elton John and George Michael add playful glamor with “Wrap Her Up,” and James Ingram’s “Yah Mo B There” blends optimistic faith with smooth vocals. Sharon Redd’s “In The Name of Love” rides post-disco grooves, while George Benson’s “Never Give Up on a Good Thing” offers polished jazz-pop charm.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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On TV today, the 25th Annual American Music Awards (1998)

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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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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°314 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Mental As Anything’s playful “He’s Just No Good for You” brings witty humor wrapped in polished pop-rock, while Madness’s ska-tinged “My Girl” pairs quirky storytelling with sharp rhythms. U2’s “New Year’s Day” balances icy piano riffs with political undercurrents, and Europe’s iconic “The Final Countdown” blasts interstellar escapism through dramatic synths. The Bangles’ “Walking Down Your Street” offers Californian sparkle with jangly guitars, and Deep Purple’s “Perfect Strangers” is a restrained yet powerful reunion track. Cameo’s groovy “Skin I’m In” explores identity through late-'70s funk, and Tanita Tikaram’s “Cathedral Song” keeps it hauntingly simple with introspective folk-pop charm. Each track reflects distinct moments in their artists' evolving styles.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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George Benson demoes at Fender Booth (2016)

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George Benson & Al Jarreau (kind of) rock Rio – day 2 (1985)

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