Tek and Steele’s second album ‘The Rude Awakening’ possesses the same formula that made ‘Dah Shinin’’ such a good album.
Read moreThe White Stripes’ ‘Elephant’ Turns 20 | Album Anniversary
Jack & Meg White’s fourth studio affair is a uniquely authentic record that was released during a time of stylized garage and nü metal bands popping up on ‘TRL.’
Read moreJody Watley’s ‘Flower’ Turns 25 | Album Anniversary
The album meant to reposition Watley back in 1998 regrettably wound up as a squandered opportunity, due to the lack of promotional muscle behind it.
Read moreThe Black Keys’ ‘Attack & Release’ Turns 15 | Album Anniversary
The duo’s collaborative affair with producer Danger Mouse proved a successful endeavor, as the trio joined creative forces to evoke the legacy of blues rock’s pioneers.
Read morePulp’s ‘This Is Hardcore’ Turns 25 | Album Anniversary
A self-effacing peep show that shivers with unequivocal shame and questionable delight, Pulp’s sixth studio affair suffers no delusions in its appraisal of fame.
Read moreGang Starr’s ‘Moment of Truth’ Turns 25 | Album Anniversary
As a counterpoint to mainstream hip-hop music sporting a glossier sheen in 1998, Gang Starr thrived, slightly updating its sound, but remaining true to its roots.
Read moreOnyx’s Debut Album ‘Bacdafucup’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary
With a frenetic energy and unbridled rawness, Onyx’s debut album captured a moment in hip-hop history perfectly, while also emerging as a timeless record that still packs quite an impact decades later.
Read moreLords of the Underground’s Debut Album ‘Here Come the Lords’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary
With their debut long player, the self-proclaimed “funky children” vowed to “keep it underground” and backed it up with their music during an era when pop success looked very appealing.
Read moreDJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince’s ‘He's the DJ, I'm the Rapper’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary
The dynamic duo’s second studio affair enabled the Fresh Prince and DJ Jazzy Jeff to reach what would have once been unimaginable heights three-and-a-half decades ago.
Read moreBananarama’s ‘Please Yourself’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary
Though its favor for conventional pop polish still divides fans, the album’s consistency and inherent, feel-good froth make it ripe for reassessment.
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