The pink clouds on the album’s cover highlight just how different this album’s sonic landscape is compared to the band’s previous color palette of blacks, greys, and shadows.
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Relative to its precursor (1992’s ‘Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde’), the group’s second LP contains less jocularity and levity, in exchange for a more pronounced conscience and introspective vibe.
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Since his debut album’s arrival, Musiq Soulchild has carved out his own lane with some aplomb and stayed in the game longer and more consistently than many of his contemporaries.
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Prodigy’s debut solo album is an important block in the infrastructure of reality rap and does what the best albums of its kind do, in offering unique perspective and introducing new sounds.
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Madonna’s knack for reinvention is beyond compare and on her tenth studio album, she again didn’t fail to disappoint.
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Contrary to the lukewarm reviews it received, Sade’s fifth effort is a fresh, adventurous step forward that represents an essential chapter in the band’s distinguished musical narrative.
Read moreKylie Minogue’s ‘Rhythm of Love’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary
Every glittering note, every dance beat, every flash of synth heard across Minogue’s third studio album still carries the thrill of an artist daring to become herself.
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More accessible than some of his earlier work without sacrificing his signature quality, Sermon’s second studio affair features some of the best production work of his career.
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Upon its arrival in November 1990, Madonna’s first compilation captivated listeners with fifteen hits from her impressive ‘80s canon and two new tracks in “Justify My Love” and “Rescue Me.”
Read moreGZA’s ‘Liquid Swords’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary
Arguably the greatest solo album ever released from within the prolific Wu-Tang Clan family, ‘Liquid Swords’ is a near flawless artistic statement fueled by GZA & RZA’s musical alchemy.
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