Whitney, Bobby, Snoop et al attend the ‘Soul Train Music Awards (1994)

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This week In ‘2000s Throwback’ 07/52

Carolina Chocolate Drops’ take on Blu Cantrell’s “Hit ‘Em Up Style” transforms modern pop into a string-band jam with banjos and fiddles, tying it to their Piedmont roots. Prince’s “Fury” mixes acid rock and funk with blistering guitar but feels restrained, contrasting its live performances where his energy electrifies the track. Meanwhile, Tenacious D’s “Dude (I Totally Miss You)” walks the line between humor and heartfelt emotion, thriving in their animated live sets.

Beth Hart’s “Hiding Under Water” channels her raw blues-rock energy, with live renditions cutting deeper into her vulnerability. Robbie Williams’ “Monsoon” sits comfortably on “Escapology,” blending polished instrumentation with emotional volatility. PJ Harvey’s “The Sky Lit Up” sprints with controlled chaos, while George Benson and Al Jarreau’s “Summer Breeze” reimagines soft rock as jazzy sophistication, contrasting nostalgia with urbane warmth.

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Motown publish Toni Braxton & Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds’ first duet album : ‘Love, Marriage & Divorce’ featuring ‘Hurt You’ (2014)

‘Love, Marriage & Divorce’ by Toni Braxton & Kenneth ‘Babyface‘ Edmonds is their first duet album released on February 4, 2014 by Motown.

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°234 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Snoop Dogg’s smooth transition into G-Funk with "Doggfather," Domino’s laid-back "Ghetto Jam," and Dr. Dre’s iconic "Nuthin’ But A ‘G’ Thang" showcase West Coast rap’s swagger, while Toni Braxton’s heartfelt "Breathe Again" highlights ‘90s R&B’s emotional depth. Coolio’s "Too Hot" transforms Kool & the Gang’s groove into a cautionary tale, and Public Enemy’s “Welcome to the Terrordome” delivers defiant social commentary wrapped in layered chaos. Meanwhile, hits like CeCe Peniston’s club anthem "I’m In The Mood" and Surface’s sugary "The First Time" bring infectious hooks and radio-ready charm.

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On TV today, the American Music Awards (2001)

Britney Spears & LL Cool J Opening The 2001 American Music Awards
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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°82 – Vintage 90s Videos

Luther Vandross adds elegance to "Power of Love/Love Power," blending R&B with emotional depth, while Daryl Hall’s introspective "Stop Loving Me, Stop Loving You" leans into smooth grooves. Whitney Houston redefined Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You" into a monumental ballad, and Toni Braxton’s "Un-Break My Heart" poured heartache into pop brilliance. Madonna’s "The Power of Good-Bye" mixes reflection and electronics, and Celine Dion’s dramatic "Think Twice" delivers tension-filled vulnerability. Shai’s minimalist "If I Ever Fall in Love" stripped it down to raw emotion, while Shola Ama’s "Who’s Loving My Baby" added '90s R&B vibes. Lutricia McNeal’s "The Greatest Love You’ll Never Know" embraced tender ache, and Meat Loaf’s bold "I’d Lie For You (And That’s the Truth)" paired theatrical flair with emotional grandeur.

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