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An Unbelievable Compendium of U Songs features songs by D’Angelo, Gracie Abrams, Queen x David Bowie, Sam Smith x Kim Petras, sombr, and Stephen Sanchez.
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Getting to Know… Naked Sunday | Interview
In the 501st Q&A in our Getting to Know… series, we get the inside scoop from Staffordshire hard rock band Naked Sunday.
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Ghost, Umbra | Wacky Wednesday
In the 53rd edition of Wacky Wednesday (2025), we break down the unique “Umbra,” performed by Grammy-winning Swedish metal/hard rock band, Ghost.
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60 Best Songs of 2025 | Playlist
60 Best Songs of 2025 features songs by Bad Bunny, Chappell Roan, Doechii, Kehlani, Sabrina Carpenter, and sombr.
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Getting to Know… Open Window | Interview
In the 495th Q&A in our Getting to Know… series, we get the inside scoop from the Thousand Oaks-based rock band Open Window.
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A Poppin’ Compendium of P Songs | Playlist 🎧
A Poppin’ Compendium of P Songs features songs by Chappell Roan, Connie Francis, Def Leppard, Grant & Ash, Olly Alexander, and Sabrina Carpenter.
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13 Sugary Sweet SUGAR Songs | Playlist
13 Sugary Sweet SUGAR Songs features songs by Def Leppard, Kali Uchis, Keaton Savage, Mariah Carey, Sheena Easton, and Tyler, The Creator.
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13 More Songs That Capture a Nontraditional Church Experience | Playlist 🎧
13 More Songs That Capture a Nontraditional Church Experience features songs by Chris Brown, DeathbyRomy, Frankie Grande, Ghost, Marvin Sapp & Samuel Saint.
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Def Leppard, Pour Some Sugar On Me | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
In the 140th edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “Pour Some Sugar On Me” by Def Leppard.
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Michael Jackson vs. Alien Ant Farm | Head 2 Head
In the 26th edition of Head 2 Head (2025), Michael Jackson and Alien Ant Farm contend for the best rendition of “Smooth Criminal.”
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Getting to Know… The Trousers | Interview
In the 475th Q&A in our Getting to Know… series, we get the inside scoop from the Budapest garage/hard rock band The Trousers.
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Alien Ant Farm, Smooth Criminal | COVERS
In the 22nd edition of COVERS (2025), Alien Ant Farm delivers a compelling rendition of “Smooth Criminal,” originally performed by Michael Jackson.