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Sam Cooke, Twistin’ the Night Away | Throwback Vibez
In the 42nd edition of Throwback Vibez (2026), we recollect and reflect on “Twistin’ the Night Away” by Sam Cooke.
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Bleachers, the van | Song Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ With their reminiscent song “the van,” Bleachers delivers another engaging advance single from their sixth studio album, everyone for ten minutes.
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A Hodgepodge of Place Songs, Vol. 2 | Playlist
A Hodgepodge of Place Songs, Vol. 2 features songs by Barry Manilow, Feng, Jill Scott & Tierra Whack, Lady Gaga, RAYE, and TOTO.
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Nina Simone, Take Me To The Water | Music Lifts
In the 13th edition of Music Lifts (2026), we’re uplifted by legendary jazz musician Nina Simone performing “Take Me To The Water.”
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John Lennon vs. Donny Hathaway | Face Off
In the ninth edition of Face Off (2026), John Lennon and Donny Hathaway face off for the best rendition of “Jealous Guy.”
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13 Mo’ UP Songs That Sho Nuff Don’t Disappoint! | Playlist
13 Mo’ UP Songs That Sho Nuff Don’t Disappoint! features songs by 4 Non Blondes, Charlie Puth, Doechii, Forrest Frank, Sabrina Carpenter, and Sukihana.
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13 More Take Songs There for the Taking | Playlist
13 More Take Songs There for the Taking features songs by CMAT, Jobriath, Lauryn Hill, The Boot Scootin’ Sissies, Twisted Sister, and Tyler, The Creator.
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15 Marvelous ME Songs | Playlist
15 Marvelous ME Songs features songs by Artemas, Céline Dion, Corbyn Besson, Def Leppard, Joan Armatrading, and Robyn.
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Bootsy Collins, I’d Rather Be with You | Throwback Vibez
In the 34th edition of Throwback Vibez (2026), we recollect and reflect on “I’d Rather Be with You” by Bootsy Collins.
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An Engaging Collection of Y Songs | Playlist
An Engaging Collection of Y Songs features songs by Ariana Grande, Artemas, Beyoncé, Justin Bieber, Killer Mike, and Saja Boys.
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Donny Hathaway, Lord Help Me | Music Lifts
In the 10th edition of Music Lifts (2026), we’re uplifted by Donny Hathaway performing “Lord Help Me.”
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13 Memorable, Big-Time BIG Songs | Playlist
13 Memorable, Big-Time BIG Songs features songs by AJR, Ambrosia, Ice Spice, Latto, Tyler, The Creator, and WILLOW.