‘Time’ Album Review: Simply Red Bring A Dose Of Heartfelt Pop Nostalgia
A mixture of soul, funk, R&B and blues, Simply Red’s 13th album, ‘Time’, finds Mick Hucknall in sincere and life-affirming form.
‘All Roads Lead Home’ Was A “Rare Opportunity” For Neil Young, Says Nils Lofgren
Recorded during lockdown, ‘All Roads Lead Home’ saw Neil Young and the members of Crazy Horse converge upon a new creative challenge.
Best Doors Albums: Their Studio Discography, Ranked And Reviewed
Dark, sensual and unafraid to ask the big questions, the best Doors albums continue to open the minds of successive generations of music fans.
Best Andy Rourke Basslines: 10 Classics From The Smiths And Beyond
From monster grooves to almost telepathically delivered motifs, the best Andy Rourke basslines powered The Smiths’ finest moments.
‘Blue’: The Story Behind Simply Red’s Melancholic Sixth Album
Marking a pivotal moment in Mick Hucknall’s career, Simply Red’s ‘Blue’ album saw him poignantly explore the past to express his sorrows.
‘Seasons End’: How Marillion Embarked On A New Era
With the arrival of new singer Steve Hogarth, Marillion’s 1989 album, ‘Seasons End’, made the neo-prog heroes a formidable pop-rock force.
The Smiths’ Peel Sessions: A Guide To Every Legendary Radio Appearance
Crucial to building their fanbase, The Smiths’ Peel Sessions were always events, sometimes yielding definitive versions of their best songs.
Best Enya Albums: All 8 Studio Releases, Ranked, Reviewed
Full of uniquely spiritual views and ethereal harmonies, the best Enya albums prove why the Irish songstress is the “Queen Of New Age Pop”.
‘Piece Of Mind’: How Iron Maiden Thought Up A Classic Metal Album
The album that introduced Iron Maiden’s classic line-up, ‘Piece Of Mind’ saw the group make a powerful bid for the big league.
‘Miss E… So Addictive’: Behind Missy Elliott’s Habit-Forming Third Album
Missy Elliott’s third album, ‘Miss E… So Addictive’, all but demands repeat use. ‘My music could be a substitute for a drug,’ Elliott said.
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