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LGBTQ
Khalid, in plain sight | Song Review 🎵
Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum pop and contemporary R&B artist Khalid sounds much more fun and loose on his brief and engaging single, “in plain sight.”
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LGBTQ
Steve Lacy, Nice Shoes | Song Review 🎵
Grammy-winning R&B singer/songwriter Steve Lacy returns in a big way with his distinct alternative R&B single, “Nice Shoes.”
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Columns
The Soul Children, I’ll Understand | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
In the 131st edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “I’ll Understand” by The Soul Children.
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Evergreen
A Heaping Dose of H Songs | Playlist 🎧
A Heaping Dose of H Songs features songs by Addison Rae, Gunna, Jake Wesley Rogers, Jamal Roberts, Purple Disco Machine, and Whitechapel.
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Bangerz N Bopz 🔥
54 Ultra, Where Are You | Bangerz N Bopz 🔥
In the 66th edition of Bangerz N Bopz 🔥 (2025), we highlight “Where Are You” performed by 54 Ultra.
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Columns
Teddy Swims & BigXthaPlug, All Gas No Brakes | Dazzling Duets
In the 11th edition of Dazzling Duets (2025), Teddy Swims and BigXthaPlug collaborate on “All Gas No Brakes.”
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Columns
The Whispers, And the Beat Goes On | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
In the 130th edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “And the Beat Goes On” by The Whispers.
![Aretha Franklin, Spanish Harlem: Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶 No. 129 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Rhino Entertainment Company; AcatXlo, OpenClipart-Vectors, Speedy McVroom from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/aretha-franklin-spanish-harlem-throwback-vibez-129-2025.jpg?resize=360%2C240&ssl=1)
Columns
Aretha Franklin, Spanish Harlem | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
In the 129th edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “Spanish Harlem” by Aretha Franklin.
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Evergreen
15 Unforgettable W-I-L-L Will Songs | Playlist 🎧
15 Unforgettable W-I-L-L Will Songs features songs by Billy Preston, Central Cee, Gloria Gaynor, Sly & The Family Stone, Sufjan Stevens, and Whitney Houston.
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Columns
Mtume, You, Me And He | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
In the 128th edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “You, Me And He” by Mtume.
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Evergreen
15 More Compelling Songs That Are Turned ON | Playlist 🎧
15 More Compelling Songs That Are Turned ON features songs by Aretha Franklin, Beyoncé, David Bowie, Johnny Bristol, Leon Thomas, and Victoria Monét.
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Columns
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.”