Hip-Hop & Soul N°110 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos
Akon, Omarion, Obie Trice, Nas, Nelly, WC, Mary J. Blige, The Isley Brothers, Beenie Man, Jay Sean, M.I.A., Childish Gambino
‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°113 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos
Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson, Anastacia, Ludacris, All Saints, Katy Perry, Prince, Mario, Amy Winehouse, Kelly Clarkson, Take That, Christina Aguilera
Hip-Hop & Soul N°108 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos
Tracks like Flo Rida's "Low" with its crunk-era vibe and T-Pain's iconic hook captured mid-2000s nightlife, while Usher’s "Yeah!" featuring Lil Jon and Ludacris blended R&B charm with crunk energy to dominate charts globally. Beyoncé’s "If I Were a Boy" stripped back flash for emotional depth, creating a poignant yet polished ballad, and 50 Cent's "P.I.M.P." paired steel drum loops with swagger, balancing mainstream appeal and gritty themes.
Meanwhile, Afroman’s "Because I Got High" turned stoner humor into a worldwide hit, contrasting with 2Pac’s reflective "Thugz Mansion," which sought peace amidst turmoil. Ne-Yo’s "Mad" delivered polished vulnerability, and Wyclef Jean and Mary J. Blige's emotive "911" leaned into melodramatic storytelling. Wu-Tang Clan’s "Gravel Pit" thrived on chaos, while Sisqó’s "Got to Get It" served as a stepping stone to his solo heights.
Hip-Hop & Soul N°106 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos
Pharrell’s slick falsetto shines on "Angel," blending R&B charm with minimalism, landing at #15 in the UK. Kanye’s "Gold Digger" pairs witty lyrics with Jamie Foxx’s Ray Charles-inspired hook, dominating charts. Baha Men’s absurdly catchy "Who Let the Dogs Out" thrives on its chaotic energy, while Mary J. Blige’s emotive "Be Without You" balances vulnerability with modern R&B polish.
Me:nu Du Jour February 3 (EN.FR.ES)
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Ed Sheeran’s "Lego House" pairs melancholy lyrics with soothing acoustics, enhanced by a clever video starring Rupert Grint. Neil Young’s "Heart of Gold" blends raw folk with quiet intensity, while David Gilmour’s "On an Island" leans into delicate guitar-driven introspection. Miley Cyrus and Melanie Safka breathe fresh life into "Look What They’ve Done to My Song Ma," balancing nostalgia and wit. Shakira and Rihanna create a polished mix of reggae and rock in "Can’t Remember to Forget You," and Justin Timberlake teams with Chris Stapleton for a memorable CMA mashup of "Tennessee Whiskey" and "Drink You Away." Meanwhile, Carminho and Milton Nascimento’s "Encontros e Despedidas" offers a heartfelt blend of Portuguese and Brazilian musical styles.
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.
Hip-Hop & Soul N°104 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos
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.
Me:nu Du Jour January 28 (EN.FR.ES)
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Mary J. Blige, Donald Fagen, Vampire Weekend, Beck, Sting, Foo Fighters, Rod Stewart, Dave Matthews Band, Christina Aguilera, David Bowie, Arcade Fire, Rage Against The Machine, R.E.M.
This week In ’90s Throwback’ 02/52
David Bowie, Robert Smith, Metallica, Nirvana, Blur, Foo Fighters, Dave Matthews Band, Rage Against The Machine, Jimmy Page, Puff Daddy, Queen, Annie Lennox, David Bowie, Rod Stewart, Mary J. Blige, Donald Fagen
This week In Singing Ladies 02/52
Shirley Bassey, Lizz Wright, Katie Melua, Julie Andrews, Céline Dion, Joan Baez, Laura Marling, Kandace Springs, Mary J. Blige, Carly Simon, Pat Benatar, Nina Hagen
Me:nu Du Jour January 11 (EN.FR.ES)
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This week In One-Off Collaborations 02/52
Muddy Waters & The Rolling Stones, Taj Mahal & Gregg Allman, Willie Nelson & Wynton Marsalis, Joan Baez & John Denver, Lulu & Maurice Gibb, Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds, Rod Stewart & Ronald Isley, Mary J. Blige & Eric Clapton, David Bowie & Damon Albarn, Carly Simon & James Taylor, Melanie C & Natalie Appleton, Foo Fighters, Slash & Tenacious D
This week In Soul Artists 02/52
Lizz Wright, Shirley Bassey, Donny Hathaway, Teddy Pendergrass, Gil Scott-Heron, Mary J. Blige, Eternal, Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings, Bootsy Collins, LL Cool J, The Jimmy Castor Bunch, Bobby Womack