‘The Coming’: How Busta Rhymes’ Debut Album Foresaw The Apocalypse
With manic energy, Busta Rhymes’ debut album, ‘The Coming’, marked the arrival of one of hip-hop’s most unique and charismatic voices.
Speaking In Tongues: Talking Heads Return – With A Lot More To Say
Released after a brief hiatus, ‘Speaking In Tongues’ found Talking Heads taking stock of where they were, and reflecting how far they’d come.
‘Still Not Getting Any…’: Why Simple Plan’s Second Album Got All It Deserved
Going beyond the confines of their initial pop-punk template, ‘Still Not Getting Any…’ saw Simple Plan meld muscle with maturity.
Tina Turner: Why The Queen Of Rock’n’Roll Is Still Simply The Best
Smashing boundaries, surviving abuse and inspiring generations of musicians, Tina Turner remains one of the most impactful singers in history.
‘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.
‘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.
‘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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