Killah Priest’s clear diction, precise delivery, and masterful ability to make spirituality entertaining make for a captivating listen on his debut LP.
Read moreMelanie C’s ‘Reason’ Turns 20 | Album Anniversary
The album's refusal to repeat what came before speaks to Melanie C's authentic principles in reflecting her personal journey at that time.
Read moreLenny Kravitz’s ‘Are You Gonna Go My Way’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary
For his third studio affair, Kravitz melted down classic rock and soul of the ‘60s and ‘70s to forge invigorated ear candy for the masses.
Read moreTears For Fears’ Debut Album ‘The Hurting’ Turns 40 | Album Anniversary
Tears For Fears became unlikely synth-pop heroes with their inaugural effort, an album laden with songs recoiling with the unhappiness of childhood.
Read moreTom Waits’ Debut Album ‘Closing Time’ Turns 50 | Album Anniversary
Waits’ debut is heart-cracked, paperback poetry set on melodies soaked in rainwater and a lonely night’s last drink. No pretentions. No sarcasm.
Read moreThe Cranberries’ Debut Album ‘Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can’t We?’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary
The band’s debut remains an indispensable artifact of their early career, before critical and commercial acclaim deservedly beckoned.
Read morePink Floyd’s ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’ Turns 50 | Album Anniversary
An enormous aesthetic and technological achievement, the legend of Pink Floyd’s universally revered eighth studio album is arguably a detriment to getting to its core.
Read moreMoloko’s Fourth & Final Studio Album ‘Statues’ Turns 20 | Album Anniversary
The duo’s swan song LP is a pop record with the fever of heartbreak in its blood, each composition expressing intimacy, vulnerability and regret.
Read moreDuffy’s Debut Album ‘Rockferry’ Turns 15 | Album Anniversary
‘Rockferry’ is a perfect combination of pop and blue-eyed soul that works due to its creator’s sweet and subtle delivery.
Read moreAdorable’s Debut Album ‘Against Perfection’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary
Despite Adorable’s lyrical spunk and instrumental brilliance, their debut LP is confoundingly so rarely recognized and the band tragically never attained the level of appreciation they deserved.
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