Sheard’s debut solo album revealed her artistic vitality while propelling her family’s musical legacy into a new phase of relevance and renown.
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If you ever find yourself wondering how heavy metal got started, the trail of musical breadcrumbs will lead you back to ‘Disraeli Gears.’
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One of 1997’s most exciting albums, ‘Spiceworld’ facilitated even stronger turns in the group’s future recording career, collectively and individually.
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The double LP provided Summer with the opportunity to showcase her broad range and pave the way for the musical direction in which she was headed.
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Featuring raw mic mastery, completely unfiltered and uncompromised, ‘Mic Tyson’ reflects the pure essence of Sean Price.
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By striking an authentic balance between pop and R&B, ‘Faith’ eschewed the vanity of affectation and was driven by humble admiration instead.
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Four decades on, Fagen’s debut long player couldn’t be more perfect. It remains a record collection essential, a sonic delight.
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Hate all you want. If you were too hardcore for ‘Harlem World’ back in 1997, your girl had it, and your favorite rapper studied it.
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The very idea of the Sex Pistols is an example of performance art at its finest; their lone studio album is one of the most important records in rock history.
Read moreQueen’s ‘News Of The World’ Turns 45 | Album Anniversary
As showcased on their superb sixth studio affair, Queen’s sonic vision to make rock music their way may have been bold, but it was the best move.
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