The ‘Waiting To Exhale’ Soundtrack Turns 30 | Album Anniversary

November 11, 2025 Mark Chappelle

These 16 tracks preserve a unique cross-section of contemporary R&B in amber, illustrating the culture of how women connect and the rhythms in which they do it.

ALBUMISM PRESENTS: 20 Albums from the New Jack Swing Era That Still Sound Great Today

February 27, 2017 Albumism Staff

Three decades since New Jack Swing’s inception, the Albumism team has decided to revisit a handful of the era’s definitive albums that have aged remarkably well.

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XTC’s ‘Skylarking’ Turns 40 | Album Anniversary

With a bevy of great songs beyond the controversial hit single “Dear God,” ‘Skylarking’ can easily be considered the finest album of XTC’s career.

Amy Winehouse’s Second & Final Album ‘Back to Black’ Turns 20 | Album Anniversary

Uncomfortable, raw and resoundingly real, the late-great singer’s second and final album is soul music of the highest quality that will stand the test well beyond fifteen years.

Black Sheep’s Debut Album ‘A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary

While the Native Tongues influence is unmistakably evident, Black Sheep’s debut LP contains plenty that distinguishes the duo from their musical siblings.

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