Ella Fitzgerald starts the recording of ‘Ella Sings Broadway’ with an orchestra conducted by Marty Paich (1962)

Ella Fitzgerald‘s ‘Ella Sings Broadway’ is a studio album recorded on October 1–4, 1962 with an orchestra arranged and conducted by Marty Paich and released In 1963 by Verve.

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°411 – 2010s Music Videos

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Tracks like Migos and Drake’s “Walk It Talk It” stick to hypnotic beats and catchy repetition, with a retro-themed music video adding light humor. AJ Tracey’s “Ladbroke Grove” blends UK garage vibes with slick production, marking its chart success as a radio favorite, despite questions about deeper resonance. Rae Sremmurd’s “No Type” thrives on minimal production and brash simplicity, making it a mood-driven chart staple.

Drake’s “The Motto” introduces YOLO to pop culture on a minimalist beat, while Pitbull and Ne-Yo’s “Time of Our Lives” fuses pop appeal with motivational themes. Kid Ink and Chris Brown’s “Show Me” modernizes nostalgic hooks into a radio-ready club hit. Flo Rida’s “My House” keeps the energy light and accessible, anchoring his pop-hip-hop style. D-Block Europe’s “Kitchen Kings” leans into melodic trap, cementing their UK rap influence without breaking new ground.

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°323 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Ultra Naté’s "Show Me" shines as a '90s house gem with producers like Soulshock and remixes by Masters at Work adding flair, while Leila K’s brash “Open Sesame” fuses Eurodance with rap under Denniz PoP’s bold touch. The KLF’s "3 A.M. Eternal" drives rave culture with chaotic energy, while Patrice Rushen’s "Forget Me Nots" delivers timeless funk grooves. Culture Beat’s "Inside Out" keeps '90s Eurodance alive, and Happy Mondays' "Wrote For Luck" captures Manchester’s acid-house grit reimagined by Paul Oakenfold.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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