Blackalicious’ ‘The Craft’ Turns 20 | Album Anniversary

September 26, 2025 Jesse Ducker

A grand testament to the duo’s creative chemistry, Blackalicious’ third studio affair is another substantive demonstration of Gift of Gab’s limitless depth and Chief Xcel’s genius as a producer.

Gift of Gab’s Debut Solo Album ‘4th Dimensional Rocketships Going Up’ Turns 20 | Album Anniversary

May 10, 2024 Jesse Ducker

Gift of Gab Debut Solo Album 4th Dimensional Rocketships Going Up

Gift of Gab’s lyrical gymnastics are stunning in execution and require your full attention to really appreciate, but it is a rewarding experience.

Blackalicious’ ‘Blazing Arrow’ Turns 20 | Anniversary Retrospective

April 29, 2022 Jesse Ducker

Unfortunately, for all of its critical and artistic accolades, the duo’s first (and only) major-label LP was not a commercial success. But discerning heads recognize the album’s enduring genius.

The Cardigans’ ‘First Band on the Moon’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary

So much more than their massive hit “Lovefool,” The Cardigans’ terrific third LP reflected the band’s evolving confidence and musical maturation at the time.

Mariah Carey’s ‘Glitter’ Turns 25 | Album Anniversary

Instead of the disproportionate attention paid to the commercial performance of ‘Glitter,’ the focus should actually rest on Carey’s continued desire to marry pop, R&B, and hip-hop genres for the masses.

CeCe Peniston’s ‘I’m Movin’ On’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary

After early career success like Peniston’s, many artists would rather sell their souls than chance to change the formula, even if they have to create work they don’t love. Peniston refused.