Aretha Franklin’s ‘Sparkle’ Turns 50 | Album Anniversary

May 24, 2026 Brandon Ousley

The fruitful success of ‘Sparkle’ gave Franklin the rebound hit she yearned for, however, its commercial viability tells only part of the album’s greater story.

Curtis Mayfield’s Debut Solo Album ‘Curtis’ Turns 55 | Album Anniversary

September 1, 2025 Patrick Corcoran

Curtis Mayfield Debut Solo Album Curtis Turns 55

As his debut solo album showcases, Curtis Mayfield is indelibly and rightly part and parcel of America’s struggle to rid itself of systemic racism and gross inequality.

Curtis Mayfield’s ‘Roots’ Turns 50 | Anniversary Retrospective

October 1, 2021 Patrick Corcoran

If anyone deserves a little more shine, it is most definitely Curtis Mayfield, and his second studio album is a stellar example of why.

Prince’s ‘Graffiti Bridge’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary

Plenty of the tracks that comprise ‘Graffiti Bridge’ remain inviting and present, whilst the other tracks admittedly show their age in retrospect.

The Rolling Stones’ ‘Tattoo You’ Turns 45 | Album Anniversary

When listening to ‘Tattoo You,’ you would never know that it is this Frankenstein's monster of an album that was pieced together with songs that came from their most creatively fertile period.

Vanessa Williams’ ‘The Comfort Zone’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary

Williams’ second studio affair is a precision-crafted tour de force, focused in its intent to present her talent not just as viable, but undeniable.