Spectral Display: It Takes A Muscle To Fall In Love

Petit Fantome's interactive music video, Superhumanoids' i-D mix, our Valentine's theme song and more in the music we tweeted this week

On what many might argue is a manufactured holiday, it’s still love we’re celebrating, and there’s nothing wrong with that. But among all of the sappy Valentine’s Day sentiments, it’s important to take a cue from Spectral Display’s Michel Mulders and remember that—like all great things—love takes work. The Dutch composer’s 1982 hit, “It Takes A Muscle To Fall In Love,” mostly relies on a …

Jan Hammer Group: Don’t You Know

Tinariwen stateside, Phantogram's Bill Murray, a tribute to J Dilla and more in the music we tweeted this week

This week’s #PrivateJam is selected by the man behind London-based music blog, Amateurism, who regularly delivers obscure tracks in the form of “daily vibes.” Of Jan Hammer Group’s “Don’t You Know,” Leo Walton explains, “First of all, take three minutes out of your life to listen to this record right now (preferably loud and undisturbed). I know, it’s very special, right?! Now take into account …

Bob Marley Birthday Tribute

Tinariwen stateside, Phantogram's Bill Murray, a tribute to J Dilla and more in the music we tweeted this week

Thursday marked what would have been legendary reggae singer, Rastafarian and star soccer player Bob Marley’s 69th birthday. His extensive discography is so well-known and loved around the world, choosing one to pay homage can be a difficult task (although we’re partial to “Chances Are”). Instead, throw on your own personal favorite and sit back with Clash’s list of 10 things you likely never knew …