Articles by Jeanette Leech
Best Soul Songs: 30 Transcendental Tracks That Define The Genre
Moving the feet as well as the heart, the best soul songs continue to inspire respect for everyone from Otis Redding to Aretha Franklin.
‘It’s Not Me, It’s You’: How Lily Allen Defied Her Stereotype
A direct challenge to her critics, Lily Allen’s second album, ‘It’s Not Me, It’s You’, proved she was far more than met the eye.
‘Under The Pink’: A Guide To Every Song On Tori Amos’ Second Album
The 12 ‘Under The Pink’ songs are fill of violent imagery, but making the album was a “self-healing” experience for Tori Amos.
Why Christine McVie’s Self-Titled 1984 Album Was “More Sophisticated” Than Fleetwood Mac
Released 14 years on from her debut solo album, Christine McVie’s self-titled 1984 album was well worth the wait.
‘Court And Spark’: A Track-By-Track Guide To Joni Mitchell’s 1974 Masterpiece
Every song on ‘Court And Spark’ finds Joni Mitchell outstripping herself – as revealed by this track-by-track guide to the album.
Best Sister Sledge Songs: 10 Floor-Filling Disco Classics
Often the result of collaboration with Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwads, the best Sister Sledge songs shaped the sound of disco into the 80s.
Please Come Home For Christmas: The Story Behind The Seasonal Song Covered By Eagles And Cher
Bringing some 60s R&B to the holiday season, Please Come Home For Christmas is a song that’s attracted covers from a wide range of artists.
Why Cher’s Christmas Album Is Already A Modern Classic
Taking even its creator by surprise, Cher’s Christmas album is as traditional as it is unexpected, bearing the pop icon’s stamp throughout.
‘Always & Forever’: Behind The Timeless R&B Of Eternal’s Debut Album
A unique moment in British R&B, Eternal’s debut album, ‘Always & Forever’, was a glorious expression of young woman power.
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