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Genesis - Misunderstanding

Whitney Jefferson · 12/01/09 11:00AM

The song from 1980 about getting stood up on a date- only to discover that your date was out with someone else the entire time!

The Best Televised Music Performances in 1969

Allison Oldfather · 11/30/09 03:42PM

1969 was a great year for television: the moon landing, premiere of Sesame Street, and some amazing music. Here, we take a look at the year and compiles the top 12 televised performances of 1969.

The Bangles - Manic Monday

Whitney Jefferson · 11/30/09 11:00AM

Today's Retro Jam channels the feelings that we're all sharing this morning after a long weekend.

Tony Blair Sings The Clash's Should I Stay or Should I Go

Whitney Jefferson · 11/30/09 10:30AM

Watch the former British Prime Minister rock out in a mash-up for all the Clash Fans out there. We feel as though this kind of thing wouldn't work quite as well with American politicians.

The Kinks - Sunny Afternoon

Whitney Jefferson · 11/27/09 11:00AM

The Kinks are your friday Retro Jam. Watch the irony of the band singing about Summertime while standing outside in the freezing cold- after the jump.

Arrested Development - Mr. Wendal

Whitney Jefferson · 11/26/09 11:00AM

Today's Retro Jam comes from 1992 and was "written about the plight of the homeless" and "encourages people not to ignore them just because of their status or how they look." Would you call it a success?

Abba - Take a Chance on Me

Whitney Jefferson · 11/23/09 11:00AM

Today's Retro Jam comes out of 1977 and stars the Swedish sensation that you either love or love-to-hate.

Spin Doctors - Little Miss Can't Be Wrong

Whitney Jefferson · 11/20/09 12:15PM

Do you remember the days when bands and music videos like this were considered cool? Neon color schemes, goatees, and smiles all around? Apparently this was considered hip in 1990.

Elton John - I'm Still Standing

Whitney Jefferson · 11/18/09 12:45PM

Today's Retro Jam is Elton John's 1983 hit about making a comeback despite his widely-speculated upon personal struggles. Shot in Cannes and Nice, this video one of the most awesomely over-the-top music videos we've posted yet.