Eurythmics’ ‘Be Yourself Tonight’ Turns 40 | Album Anniversary

April 26, 2025 Matthew Hocter

The commercial impetus is noticeably present across the duo’s fourth studio affair, but it was a move in the right direction both financially and yes, even creatively.

Eurythmics’ ‘Touch’ Turns 40 | Album Anniversary

November 11, 2023 Terry Nelson

Following the triumph of ‘Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This),’ the band aimed for new creative heights with ‘Touch,’ a subtle evolution of their sound, highlighting a willingness to explore new territories.

Eurythmics’ ‘Savage’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary

November 8, 2022 Quentin Harrison

The musical mood for ‘Savage’ came from its songwriting and Annie Lennox’s lyrics take on a more fiercely feminine tone than ever before here.

Olivia Newton-John’s ‘Physical’ Turns 45 | Album Anniversary

Having been previously regarded as a predominantly country and adult contemporary artist, Newton-John’s provocative eleventh studio affair set about to frame the singer in a new light.

Freddie Hubbard’s ‘First Light’ Turns 55 | Album Anniversary

With ‘First Light,’ the legendary trumpeter pushed the musical envelope to make something radically different from his previous works, as he distanced himself from the soul-jazz model.

2nd II None’s Eponymous Debut Album ‘2nd II None’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary

The duo’s DJ Quik orchestrated debut LP features great production and brash attitude, which make the album an entertaining exercise overall.