The band’s fourth studio affair showcased the band’s musical evolution, priming the path for the breakthrough that would arrive two years later with the arrival of ‘Blood Sugar Sex Magik.’
Read moreLed Zeppelin’s Final Studio Album ‘In Through The Out Door’ Turns 45 | Album Anniversary
The band’s swan song can be seen as their way of responding to the changing musical landscape at the time, while still staying true to their distinctive style in several ways.
Read moreDilated Peoples’ ‘Directors of Photography’ Turns 10 | Album Anniversary
The trio’s fifth studio affair showcases their commitment to their craft, which has helped them stay grounded and always capable of releasing timeless material.
Read moreThe xx’s Debut Album ‘xx’ Turns 15 | Album Anniversary
From the album’s opening notes, The xx draw you into their world of melancholy, desire and dreams and never let you go.
Read moreMichael Jackson’s ‘Off The Wall’ Turns 45 | Album Anniversary
‘Off The Wall’ is a masterclass of an album in its seamless blending of funk, disco, R&B, soul, pop and jazz, all intertwined in the thread of a true artist taking his creative power to the next level.
Read moreMinnie Riperton’s ‘Perfect Angel’ Turns 50 | Album Anniversary
On this sophomore stunner, Riperton concerns herself only with ecstasy and frivolity to render a triumph of utopian folk-soul.
Read moreKool Keith’s ‘Black Elvis/Lost In Space’ Turns 25 | Album Anniversary
‘Black Elvis/Lost In Space’ is a slick, well-made project, which presents a polished version of Keith that in some ways appealed to a wider audience than its more left-of-center precursors.
Read moreThe Beatnuts’ ‘A Musical Massacre’ Turns 25 | Album Anniversary
Even though The Beatnuts don’t release as much music these days, they’re regarded as one of the most consistent hip-hop groups of all time, and A Musical Massacre is a big part of that legacy.
Read moreGravediggaz’ Debut Album ‘6 Feet Deep’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary
Gravediggaz’ debut album has held up better than many albums created by other more direct Wu-Tang Clan associates.
Read moreBoogiemonsters’ Debut Album ‘Riders Of The Storm: The Underwater Album’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary
A care-free love letter to hip-hop and its role as a source of positivity in the group’s lives, ‘Riders Of The Storm’ stands as a unique release during one of hip-hop’s greatest years for albums.
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