A&M publish ‘Carpenters,’ their eponymous third album featuring ‘Superstar’ (1971)
‘Carpenters‘ feat. ‘Superstar’ is their eponymous third studio album released on May 14, 1971 by A&M.
As we wish, today, Andy Bell a Happy Birthday, the time has come to playlist the ‘BESTS’ of his band : Erasure
‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°348 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
Elvis Costello & The Attractions, Elaine Paige, Gary Numan, Rod Stewart, Scorpions, Jennifer Rush, Millie Jackson, Narada Michael Walden, Perri, Daryl Hall & John Oates, Pointer Sisters, Hazell Dean
United Artists The Stranglers’ debut album : ‘Rattus Norvegicus’ produced by Martin Rushent (1977)
The Stranglers‘ ‘Rattus Norvegicus’ is their debut studio album produced by Martin Rushent and released on April 15, 1977 by United Artists
Mute Records release Depeche Mode’s fifth studio album : ‘Black Celebration’ (1986)
Depeche Mode‘s ‘Black Celebration’ is their fifth studio album released on March 17, 1986 by Mute Records.
‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°12 – Vintage 90s Music Videos
Lilys' "A Nanny in Manhattan" packs retro ‘60s psychedelic vibes into a sharp, vibrant burst, blending intricate instrumentation with playful charm. Supergrass brings frenetic energy to Britpop with "Mansize Rooster," a swagger-filled track showing off loping basslines and Gaz Coombes’ elastic vocals. Meanwhile, Ride’s "Leave Them All Behind" cranks up hypnotic guitars and daring length, creating a noisy yet compelling shoegaze anthem.
Other highlights include The Cardigans’ reflective "Rise & Shine," a subtle precursor to their pop success, and Stereophonics’ heartfelt "Local Boy in the Photograph," weaving personal tragedy with Brit-rock melancholy. Wendy James’ Costello-penned "The Nameless One" leans on introspection, while Max Q’s "Sometimes" shows off Michael Hutchence’s evocative voice amid raw experimentation. The Wedding Present’s jangly "Brassneck" intros Bizarro with sharp emotion and Yorkshire wit.
Erykah Badu releases her debut album : ‘Baduizm’ featuring ‘On & On’, ‘Next Lifetime’, ‘Otherside of the Game’ and ‘Appletree’ (1997)
Erykah Badu‘s ‘Baduizm’ feat. ‘Appletree’ is her debut album released on February 11, 1997 by Kedar Records.
As we wish, today, Rebecca Lovell, a ‘Happy Birthday,’ the time has come to list the ‘BESTS’ of her band : Larkin Poe
As we wish, today, Rebecca Lovell, musician and singer a ‘Happy Birthday,’ the time has come to list the ‘BESTS’ of her band : Larkin Poe (more…)
‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°92 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
George Harrison’s upbeat "Got My Mind Set on You" showcases late ’80s charm with Jeff Lynne's glossy production, while Gloria Estefan’s playful "Falling in Love (Uh-Oh)" glides on Miami Sound Machine’s disco-pop energy. Eric Carmen’s "Hungry Eyes" captures '80s desire, bolstered by *Dirty Dancing's* cultural wave. Kylie Minogue enchants with the French-tinged nostalgia of "Je Ne Sais Pas Pourquoi," and Phil Collins pays polished homage to Motown with "You Can’t Hurry Love." Dire Straits’ "Romeo and Juliet" offers storytelling brought to life by Mark Knopfler’s emotional guitar work. Meanwhile, George Michael’s sultry "Father Figure" blends gospel and R&B for one of his most layered hits, and Kenny Rogers’ "Lady" pairs Lionel Richie’s lush production with timeless sentimentality.
‘Music For The Dancers’ N°95 – Vintage 80s
Five Star’s “System Addict” sparkles with slick production and '80s choreography, while Chaka Khan’s “I Feel for You” electrifies with Stevie Wonder's harmonica and Melle Mel’s rap flair. Bronski Beat's “Hit That Perfect Beat” pulses with hi-NRG energy, and Alexander O’Neal and Cherrelle’s “Saturday Love” captures weekend longing. Wham!’s punchy “I'm Your Man” delivers cheeky confidence, and Erasure’s “Sometimes” blends shimmering synths with heartache.
‘We Are Live’ N°123 – 2010s Music Videos
Gerry Cinnamon, Pet Shop Boys, The 1975, Steve Aoki, Maroon 5, Justin Bieber, Mumford & Sons, Of Monsters And Men, Bring Me The Horizon, Coldplay, James Arthur, Imagine Dragons
This week In ‘2000s Throwback’ 42/52
Ziggy Marley, Joss Stone, Wyclef Jean, Mary J. Blige , The Smashing Pumpkins, R.E.M., Depeche Mode, John Mayer, Oasis, Amy Winehouse, Jamie Cullum, Jason Mraz, Angie Stone
Stax Records publish Angie Stone’s fourth album : ‘The Art of Love & War’ (2007)
Angie Stone‘s ‘The Art of Love & War’ is her fourth studio album released on October 15, 2007 by Stax Records.
Columbia release Raphael Saadiq’s third album : ‘The Way I See It’ (2008)
Raphael Saadiq‘s ‘The Way I See It’ is his third studio album released on September 16, 2008 by Columbia Records.
‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°465 – Vintage 90s Music Videos
Lenny Kravitz, The Offspring, Hole, The Pogues, Gomez, Yello, James, Jamiroquai, Mötley Crüe, The Chemical Brothers, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Laurent Garnier
‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°407 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos
Natalie Imbruglia, Pet Shop Boys, Kimberley Locke, Mstrkrft, Garbage, Ash, Hoobastank, Point Break, Michelle Branch, Joss Stone, The Twang, The Raveonettes
‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°604 – Vintage 90s Music Videos
Dubstar, Les Rythmes Digitales, The Wedding Present, Oui 3, The Fatima Mansions, John Alford, dEus, 808 State, Puressence, Rollins Band, Bono, The Dandy Warhols
Midnight Oil release their sixth album ‘Diesel and Dust’ featuring ‘Beds Are Burning’ (1987)
Midnight Oil‘s ‘Diesel and Dust’ is their sixth studio album featuring ‘Beds Are Burning,’ co-produced with Warne Livesey and released on August 2, 1987 by SPRINT Music
‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°203 – Vintage 90s Music Videos
Bon Jovi, Elton John, Roxette, Jade, Sade, Lenny Kravitz, Britney Spears, Jason Donovan, 911, Kim Wilde, The Pretenders, Shania Twain