Celebrating 20 Years of Scarface’s ‘The Fix’ | Album Anniversary

August 5, 2022 Jesse Ducker

Scarface’s seventh solo affair found him living in the moment, a declarative statement to establish that even though he was deep in the game, he still had a lot of tread on his tires.

Gin Blossoms’ ‘New Miserable Experience’ Turns 30 | Anniversary Retrospective

August 1, 2022 Grant Walters

The interplay between surface-level positivity and soul-deep struggle makes ‘New Miserable Experience’ a beautifully relatable pop music opus.

Michael Jackson’s ‘Ben’ Turns 50 | Anniversary Retrospective

July 31, 2022 DC Hendrix

Released less than seven months after the arrival of his debut album (1972’s ‘Got To Be There’), Jackson’s second solo outing expanded his commercial viability as a solo artist.

The Brand New Heavies’ ‘Heavy Rhyme Experience: Vol. 1’ Turns 30 | Anniversary Retrospective

July 31, 2022 Daryl McIntosh

Arguably the sleeper album of 1992, the Heavies’ superb second studio LP is now a highly coveted possession for any true hip-hop snob.

Bursting Through: Bic Runga’s Debut Album ‘Drive’ Turns 25

July 31, 2022 Quentin Harrison

Though the New Zealand bred singer-songwriter is still traveling musically, the fantastic first chapter in her career story is always worth revisiting.

Linkin Park’s ‘Reanimation’ Turns 20 | Anniversary Retrospective

July 29, 2022 Daryl McIntosh

The band’s first remix project showcases their commitment to artistry and desire to further connect with the underground hip-hop movement, while adding depth to the Nu Metal genre.

Amerie’s Debut Album ‘All I Have’ Turns 20 | Anniversary Retrospective

July 28, 2022 DC Hendrix

Upon its arrival in the summer of 2002, “All I Have” formally announced the emergence of a fresh talent with an instantly memorable sound.

Common’s ‘Finding Forever’ Turns 15 | Anniversary Retrospective

July 28, 2022 Mark Chappelle

Greeted with a lukewarm critical reception upon its release, Common’s seventh studio affair warrants reevaluation within the broader context of the Chicago emcee’s prolific discography.

Bruce Springsteen’s ‘The Rising’ Turns 20 | Anniversary Retrospective

July 24, 2022 Jeremy Levine

Upon its arrival, ‘The Rising’ was an extended, sensitive record, with Springsteen embracing a new sound to match the new world that we had woken up in, in the wake of the tragic events of 9/11.

The Temptations’ ‘All Directions’ Turns 50 | Anniversary Retrospective

July 24, 2022 Patrick Corcoran

The magic the group created with Norman Whitfield on ‘All Directions’ remains a glittering addition to soul music that remains as vital today as it was back in 1972.

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.