‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°151 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
Whitney Houston, Thomas Dolby, Bryan Ferry, Tygers Of Pan Tang, Lick The Tins, Lou Gramm, Keith Marshall, Agnetha Fältskog, UB40, Fine Young Cannibals, Terence Trent D'Arby, Matt Bianco
‘Music For The Dancers’ N°367 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
Greg Kihn Band, Tippa Irie, Patrice Rushen, Barbara Pennington, Rockwell, Maxi priest, Masters Of Ceremony, Afrika Bambaataa & T.S.S.F., Fishbone, Toni Scott, Madonna, Roachford
Singing Al Green
Jennifer Hudson, UB40, Stan Taylor, Hunter, Ryan Lerman, Malted Milk, Toni Green, Morgan James, Jill Scott, Harold Green, The Ones, Carl Lewis , William A. Yarbrough, Saphie Wells, Alex Delgado, The Rumours, Acantha Lang
‘Music For The Dancers’ N°147 – Vintage 90s Music Videos
Zhané, Technotronic, Kristine Blond, Heaven 17, UB40, Snow, Yazz, Blur, East 17, Bananarama, Cher, Captain Hollywood Project
‘We Are Live’ N°32 – Vintage 90s Music Videos
Lenny Kravitz, Ether, The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, UB40, James, Kiss, Neds Atomic Dustbin, Ash, Def Leppard, Manic Street Preachers, David Sylvian
‘Music For The Dancers’ N°136 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
UB40, Afrika Bambaataa & The Soulsonic Force, Matthew Wilder, Bobby Brown, Sinitta, Bruce Willis, Shannon, A Guy Called Gerald, Aretha Franklin, J. Geils Band, Duran Duran, Fuzzbox
‘Music For The Dancers’ N°132 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five, Prince & The Revolution, Alyson Williams, Madonna, Break Machine, Afrika Bambaataa & UB40, Coldcut, Mel & Kim, Soul II Soul, Ten City, Carmel, Eighth Wonder
‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°21 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
Alison Moyet, Tanita Tikaram, The Traveling Wilburys, Julian Lennon, UB40, Amazulu, Howard Jones, Supertramp, Danny Wilson, Hurrah!, Noiseworks, Suzanne Vega
This week In ’80s Throwback’ 11/52
Quincy Jones, Texas, UB40, Sammy Hagar, Morrissey, Liza Minnelli, The Jam, Ry Cooder, Metallica, Depeche Mode, Ratt, James Taylor
‘Music For The Dancers’ N°345 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos
The Pussycat Dolls, LCD Soundsystem, UB40, Oscar G, Chicane, Fatboy Slim, Yomanda, Push, Mathias Schaffhäuser, Charlotte Church, Aquagen, Friendly Fires
‘Music For The Dancers’ N°334 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
UB40’s "Rat in Mi Kitchen" combines an upbeat reggae rhythm with political edge, using a metaphorical rat to critique Margaret Thatcher’s government. Catchy horns and Ali Campbell’s vocals drive its charm. Blondie’s "Call Me," penned for *American Gigolo*, captures late-night energy with Debbie Harry’s dynamic delivery atop Giorgio Moroder’s production, reigning atop charts with its infectious swagger.
Elvis Costello’s energetic rework of "I Can't Stand Up for Falling Down" transforms heartbreak into danceable urgency, while Freeez’s electro-funk "IOU" pushes early ‘80s sampling tools for a slick, tech-forward vibe. Simply Red’s funk-inspired "The Right Thing" melds polish with Mick Hucknall’s bold vocals, and Matt Bianco’s lively "Get Out of Your Lazy Bed" spreads jazz-infused cheer, daring listeners to stay put.
Peter Lewy plays at Washington Square Park in May 2011.
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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°115 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
Kool & The Gang’s "Get Down On It" combines funky basslines with vibrant horn bursts, embodying 1980s party vibes. Billy Ocean’s "When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going" shines as a catchy anthem with a dynamic brass section and a playful music video featuring stars like Michael Douglas. Phil Collins' "Sussudio" stands out with its infectious synth grooves and a bold, Minneapolis-inspired sound, capturing the energy of mid-'80s pop.
The Whispers' "And the Beat Goes On" delivers polished funk with a memorable rhythm, while Altered Images’ "I Could Be Happy" balances wistful lyrics with upbeat tempos. On the hip-hop front, Eric B. & Rakim's "Move the Crowd" exemplifies lyrical precision and minimalistic beats. Meanwhile, UB40 and Afrika Bambaataa’s "Reckless" blends reggae and electro vibes, creating a fascinating, albeit uneven, collaboration.
‘We Are Live’ N°11 – Vintage 90s Music Videos
The page spotlights standout tracks with raw energy and rebellious tones. Levellers’ folk-rock anthem "One Way" channels defiance, while Blur’s "Beetlebum" drifts into hazy introspection. Placebo’s "Every You Every Me" pairs angst with sharp lyrics, and Queen’s "Tie Your Mother Down" blends gritty riffs with irreverence. Manic Street Preachers’ "Motown Junk" delivers biting critique, and The Only Ones’ "Another Girl, Another Planet" fuses punk urgency with melodic charm.
‘Music For The Dancers’ N°521 – Vintage 80s Videos
George Clinton’s “Atomic Dog” barks into funky, synthetic chaos, while Def Jef’s “Droppin’ Rhymes on Drums” fuses intricate lyricism with Etta James' smoky vocals. Patrice Rushen’s “Never Gonna Give You Up” grooves with finesse, contrasting with Alisha’s bubbly freestyle hit “Baby Talk.” Meanwhile, Barrington Levy’s reggae anthem “Here I Come” stands timeless, and Steinski’s “We’ll Be Right Back” flips media snippets into a sharp anti-commercial statement.
‘Music For The Dancers’ N°317 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
Rob Base and DJ EZ Rock’s “Get on the Dance Floor” hits hard with late-’80s club energy, sampling The Jacksons and Black Riot, while Kid 'N Play's “2 Hype” keeps spirits high with playful beats and iconic choreography. Imagination’s “Changes” blends early-’80s funk and synth, and Smiley Culture’s “Police Officer” mixes humor with pointed social critique. UB40 smooths Jimmy Cliff’s “Many Rivers to Cross” into reggae-pop tenderness, and Tiffany’s “Radio Romance” shines as sugary teen pop. Bowie’s “John, I’m Only Dancing” shifts from glam rock flair to funky disco grooves, showcasing his infectious, provocative creativity.
This week In ’80s Throwback’ 03/52
UB40’s “Food for Thought” hits hard with its raw critique of inequality, pairing melancholy A minor chords with reggae rhythms, while Queen's "I Want to Break Free" shines as a defiant anthem fueled by bold theatrics and signature synths. INXS’s “Original Sin” blends provocative themes with Nile Rodgers’ polished production, and Irene Cara’s “Flashdance… What a Feeling” pulses with empowerment under Giorgio Moroder’s synth mastery. Def Leppard’s “Photograph” defines ‘80s rock ambition with its soaring riffs and polished harmonies, while Sade’s “Is It a Crime?” layers vocal grace over slow-burning brass. Rounded out by Whitesnake’s “Love Ain’t No Stranger,” full of glam excess and gripping emotion, these tracks spotlight the era’s diverse sounds and styles.
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