‘Construction Time Again’ initiated a run of six consecutive albums that had the band growing from strength to strength during the most musically consistent period in their career.
Read moreEarl Sweatshirt’s Debut Album ‘Doris’ Turns 10 | Album Anniversary
Released during the Odd Future collective’s most fertile creative period, Earl Sweatshirt’s debut solo LP unfolds as an accurate portrayal of young man still trying to find his way in life.
Read moreDeath Cab for Cutie’s Debut Album ‘Something About Airplanes’ Turns 25 | Album Anniversary
While Death Cab for Cutie’s debut doesn’t have any real, clearly captivating “ah ha” moments, it’s a tidy rock album that promises more good to come.
Read morePeople Under The Stairs’ ‘…Or Stay Tuned’ Turns 20 | Album Anniversary
The duo’s fourth studio LP has a distinct sound and direction, serving as a natural continuation of the group’s past while bringing something new to the table.
Read moreThe Who’s ‘Who Are You’ Turns 45 | Album Anniversary
While ‘Tommy’ (1969) spoke to the restorative power of rock & roll at the end of the ‘60s, ‘Who Are You’ speaks to the dissolution of those ideals at the end of the ‘70s and the band’s run as a four-piece.
Read moreKorn’s ‘Follow the Leader’ Turns 25 | Album Anniversary
Well received by Korn’s fans and metal-heads alike, the band’s third album forced hip-hop kids like the author to consider the possibilities hidden within unfamiliar musical genres.
Read moreScarface's 'The World Is Yours' Turns 30 | Album Anniversary
Scarface’s second solo affair further demonstrates the greatness he can channel and makes for an arresting listening experience overall.
Read moreLiz Phair’s ‘Whitechocolatespaceegg’ Turns 25 | Album Anniversary
Relative to the two albums that preceded it, ‘Whitechocolatespaceegg’ is simply Liz Phair, a little bit older, wiser and more famous, telling stories with her signature sardonic, razor-sharp wit.
Read moreEdie Brickell & New Bohemians’ ‘Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary
Although “What I Am” became the band’s initial calling card, for better or for worse, it’s simply one of multiple standouts across their twelve-track debut LP.
Read moreN.W.A’s ‘Straight Outta Compton’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary
Upon its release, ‘Straight Outta Compton’ was both revered and feared due to its heightened sense of danger, something that is sorely missing in the rap music of today.
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