The band’s sixth studio LP is highly aware of their then-newfound status as alt-rock darlings, flashing a charming, sparkle-toothed wink at fame, while being honest about its darker, gloomier underside.
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A case can be made that the short-lived group’s much-maligned follow-up to their heralded 1991 debut album ‘A Future Without a Past’ has never received a fair shake.
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Placebo’s second LP embodies a subculture that’s often unhealthy and toxic, but like all things human, filled with poignant moments that make the empty, lonely periods all the hollower.
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Khan’s inaugural solo effort marked the freedom of a seasoned chanteuse who had already arrived on the promise and power of her most transcendent instrument: her voice.
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Written and recorded during the height of their success and the tour in support of ‘The Joshua Tree,’ ‘Rattle and Hum’ is a wayward love letter to America.
Read moreCulture Club’s ‘Colour By Numbers’ Turns 40 | Album Anniversary
Particularly for frontman George O’Dowd, better known by his stage moniker Boy George, the quartet’s second outing was central to extending their longevity.
Read moreJake One’s Debut Album ‘White Van Music’ Turns 15 | Album Anniversary
‘White Van Music’ gave listeners the full Jake One experience, effectively showcasing the wide range of his talent.
Read moreBelle & Sebastian’s ‘Dear Catastrophe Waitress’ Turns 20 | Album Anniversary
‘Dear Catastrophe Waitress’ is a timeless work of art, with its delicate blend of catchy melodies, poignant lyrics, and rich orchestration that continue to captivate listeners 20 years on.
Read moreJaylib’s ‘Champion Sound’ Turns 20 | Album Anniversary
A raw and uncompromising project, ‘Champion Sound’ sounds like it was put together within the space of a week or two, but it’s a lot of fun and eminently listenable 20 years later.
Read moreThe Foreign Exchange’s ‘Leave It All Behind’ Turns 15 | Album Anniversary
Most groups don’t take risks like The Foreign Exchange did with their second studio affair, but thankfully for Phonte, Nicolay and their loyal listeners, the risks paid off in full.
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