CBS publish Soft Machine’s first fully instrumental album : ‘Fourth’ (1971)
Soft Machine‘s ‘Fourth’ is a studio (and first all-instrumental ) album released on February 28, 1971 by CBS.
This week In ’90s Throwback’ 07/52
Jamiroquai’s "Cosmic Girl" blends disco-funk revival with '90s electronic flair, boasting syncopated rhythms and galactic-inspired lyrics, though its mechanical edge may feel rigid. Critics like Caroline Sullivan liken its harmonies to Earth, Wind & Fire, and David Morales' remixes add sleekness, though they lose some of the track’s quirky charm. Green Day’s "Longview" stands out as a slacker anthem, its iconic bassline wrapping themes of boredom and inertia in sharp humor, with Billie Joe Armstrong's delivery perfectly matching its restless energy.
Cher’s "Believe" marked a bold reinvention with its Auto-Tune effect, making it a defining pop track of the late '90s, earning Grammys and dominating charts globally. Nirvana’s "Lithium" encapsulates Cobain’s balance of spiritual tension and raw vulnerability, becoming a mainstay of "Nevermind" and a radio favorite. 2Pac’s "All About U" pairs a laid-back funk beat with biting commentary on fame, while Boyz II Men’s tearful "It’s So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday" showcases a cappella brilliance, though it leans into emotional over-polish.
Me:nu Du Jour February 12 (EN.FR.ES)
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Robert Wyatt records his sixth album : ‘Dondestan’ for Rough Trade (1991)
Robert Wyatt‘s ‘Dondestan’ is the sixth studio album recorded in February 1991 and released in 1991 By Rough Trade.
This week In ’70s Throwback’ 05/52
Fleetwood Mac’s "Go Your Own Way" channels heartbreak into a jagged rock anthem with Lindsey Buckingham’s biting riffs, while Al Green’s "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart" reimagines the Bee Gees’ tune as raw vulnerability. Van Morrison’s "Into the Mystic" blends wistful reflections with Celtic melodies, and Alice Cooper’s "School's Out" bursts with rebellious energy. ELO’s "Livin’ Thing" wraps orchestral flair around heartbreak, whereas Genesis’ quirky "I Know What I Like" balances eccentricity and humor. Wyatt’s haunting "Sea Song" drifts between tender surrealism and avant-garde dissonance, and Smokie’s "Don’t Play Your Rock ’n’ Roll to Me" leans on nostalgic production, offering a polished but safe pop-rock sound.
Me:nu Du Jour January 28 (EN.FR.ES)
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This week In Male Balladeers 04/52
D’Angelo’s "Devil's Pie," a gritty DJ Premier collaboration, critiques materialism through stripped-back funk, while José James’ “Trouble” channels Bill Withers and Sly Stone with swagger and emotional depth. Aaron Neville softens Leonard Cohen’s "Bird on the Wire" with smooth harmonies, and INXS’s "Beautiful Girl" conveys heartfelt simplicity. Curtis Mayfield’s "People Get Ready" remains a Civil Rights anthem of optimism, and Little Feat’s jazzy “Dixie Chicken” revels in playful storytelling and timeless charm. Dean Martin’s serene take on “It’s Easy to Remember” pairs elegant restraint with nostalgia, while Robert Wyatt’s surreal “Sea Song” from *Rock Bottom* balances tender minimalism with dreamlike ambiguity. Neil Finn’s “Fall at Your Feet” from Crowded House centers on quiet vulnerability and enduring sincerity.
Harvest publish Syd Barrett’s debut solo album : ‘The Madcap Laughs’ (1970)
Syd Barrett‘s ‘The Madcap Laughs’ is his debut solo album released on January 3, 1970 by Harvest
Polydor publish Brian Eno’s fifth album : ‘Before and After Science’ (1977)
Brian Eno‘s ‘Before and After Science’ is his fifth studio album co-produced with Rhett Davies and released in December 1977 by Polydor Records
Soft Machine release their debut album : ‘Volume One’ (1968)
Soft Machine‘s ‘Volume One’ is their debut album also titled ‘The Soft Machine‘ and released in December 1968 by Abc Probe.
Me:nu Du Jour December 4 (EN.FR.ES)
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CBS publish Robert Wyatt’s debut solo album : ‘The End of an Ear’ (1970)
Robert Wyatt‘s ‘The End of an Ear’ is his debut solo album while he was still with Soft Machine, released on December 4, 1970 by Cbs.
Island publish Brian Eno’s second solo album : ‘Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy)’ (1974)
Brian Eno‘s ‘Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy)’ is his second solo album featuring Phil Manzanera, and released in November 1974 by Island.
Me:nu Du Jour November 26 (EN.FR.ES)
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Robert Wyatt releases ‘Shleep,’ his seventh album featuring Paul Weller and Phil Manzanera among other guests (1997)
Robert Wyatt ‘s ‘Shleep’ is his seventh album featuring Paul Weller and Phil Manzanera among other guests, co-produced with Alfreda Benge and Brian Eno and released in November 1997 by Hannibal / Thirsty Ear
Brian Eno releases ‘Ambient 1ː Music For Airports,’ his sixth album (1978)
Brian Eno’s ‘Ambient 1: Music for Airports’ is his sixth studio album released in September 1978 by Polydor
This week In ’70s Throwback’ 37/52
T. Rex, Talking Heads, Sweet, The Cars, Supertramp, Electric Light Orchestra, Jackson Browne, Bob Dylan, Bob Welch, Robert Wyatt, Nick Mason, Yes, Bruce Springsteen
Me:nu Du Jour September 13 (EN.FR.ES)
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