Hip-Hop & Soul N°286 – Vintage 90s Music Videos
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Ronny Jordan, N-Tyce, M-Beat, Hi-Five, Ultimate Kaos, CeCe Peniston, LL Cool J, Definition Of Sound, Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy, Dub War, Blackstreet, Shara Nelson
April’s vintage charts show minimal disruption, with only a few new entries—New Edition, XTC, Machine Head, and Kodak Black—shuffling into established rankings. Most top tracks hold firm
Emma Bunton, blink~182, Gabriella Cilmi, Natasha Bedingfield, Atomic Kitten, Nickelback, Michelle Branch, Jennifer Lopez, Kelly Clarkson, Daniel Bedingfield, Westlife, Alicia Keys
Soul II Soul, Chaka Khan, Salt-N-Pepa, Shut Up And Dance, The Notorious B.I.G., 3T, Herbie, S'Express, Destiny's Child, Des'ree, En Vogue, Mica Paris, LL Cool J
This month’s blog post dives into the evolving landscape of 29 genre-based charts, highlighting standout tracks and artist movements across Big Beat, Garage Rock, R&B, Post-Punk, and more. From new entries by Angie Stone and Tiësto to reshuffles featuring Fatboy Slim and The White Stripes, the charts reflect continued engagement with classic and contemporary favorites.
How well do you know the music of Dr. Dre, Simon Webbe, B2K, Usher, LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes, 50 Cent, T.I., Chris Brown, Rihanna, Alicia Keys, Macy Gray ? Take our 12-track quiz.
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Jesse McCartney, LL Cool J, Girls Aloud, The Pigeon Detectives, Distant Soundz, Joe, Victoria Beckham, Liberty X, Lemar, Steps, James Blunt, Timbaland
Dive into 29 vintage music genres where nostalgia meets innovation. This month, Kasabian’s "Goodbye Kiss" joins 2000s Garage Rock, while Bryan Adams’ heartfelt "Straight From The Heart" makes its mark on Heartland Rock. Del Amitri returns to Britpop with "Always The Last To Know," and Billy Ocean adds smooth vibes to Yacht Rock with "Suddenly."
In Neo Soul, Mary J. Blige delivers emotional depth with "Everything," blending soulful vocals and poignant lyrics. Meanwhile, Thompson Twins’ "Lies" and The Lightning Seeds’ "Pure" bring fresh energy to 80s New Wave Pop. These updates highlight each genre's unique evolution, offering a rich tapestry of musical history.
How well do you know the music of Longsy D, LL Cool J, Grandmaster Flash , Level 42, Johnny Clegg & Savuka, Vanessa Paradis, Hot Chocolate, The Selecter, Commodores, JoBoxers, S-Express, Dire Straits ? Take our 12-track quiz.
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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MC Hammer’s “Pray” blends gospel exuberance with pop-rap accessibility, hammering the word “pray” into listeners 147 times atop a Prince sample, while Nas’s “Street Dreams” turns gritty ambition into cinematic storytelling. LL Cool J’s “Hey Lover,” with Boyz II Men, weaves longing into smooth nostalgia, and Barry White’s “Practice What You Preach” marries sensuality with sincerity in a late-career triumph.
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