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R.E.M., “Losing My Religion” | Outlandish Rock 🎸🤘

On the 5th edition of Outlandish Rock 🎸🤘, we explore the outlandishness behind the song “Losing My Religion” performed by R.E.M..

On the 15th edition of Throwback Vibez (2022), we recollect and reflect on “Drift Away” by soul musician, Dobie Gray.

On the 10th edition of Controversial Tunes (2022), we explore the controversy behind the song, “Dear God” by XTC.

Mary J. Blige, The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, retains her crown on her first album in five years, the consistent, enjoyable Good Morning Gorgeous.

On the 15th edition of After Dark (2022), we explore the naughty, risqué, & sexual vibes behind “No Love” by Summer Walker feat. SZA.

R&B singer/songwriter Jazmine Sullivan continues the shine of Heaux Tales on Heaux Tales Mo’ Tales: The Deluxe.

On the 5th edition of 3 or 4 BOPS (2022), we select awesome songs that are associated with THEY in some form or fashion.

Scanning the Charts (2/16/22): Encanto spends a fifth week atop the Billboard 200 while Memphis rapper Yo Gotti debuts at no. 3.

On the 14th edition of After Dark (2022), we explore the naughty, risqué, & sexual vibes behind, “BPW” by Jazmine Sullivan.

On the 14th edition of Throwback Vibez (2022), we recollect and reflect on “Put Your Head on My Shoulder” by Paul Anka.

Omar Apollo is the gift that keeps giving. He shines on “Invincible,” a single from his debut album, Ivory, featuring Daniel Caesar.

Seattle electronic duo ODESZA returns with a superb, six-minute single, “The Last Goodbye” which samples a Betty LaVette gem.