‘X&Y’: How Coldplay Reformulated Their Sound With Twisted Logic
Built around mathematical concepts and dreamy synths, ‘X&Y’ brought a space-rock sheen and ambient-tinged reinvention to Coldplay’s locus.
Good Times: How Chic’s “Bang-Bang Boogie” Song Inspired Hip-Hop
Boasting one of the most-sampled hooks in history, Chic’s funky disco song Good Times made waves and kick-started the art of sampling.
How Dua Lipa’s Debut Album Introduced The Perfect Pop Star
A confident mix of R&B, electro-pop, disco and tropical house, Dua Lipa’s self-titled debut album blew minds and made history.
How Eagles’ Debut Album Helped Country-Rock Take Flight
Released in 1972, Eagles’ self-titled debut album saw the fledgling band hatch their trademark country-rock sound.
‘Amazing Grace’: How Aretha Franklin Took Gospel Into The Mainstream
Recorded live in church, Aretha Franklin’s ‘Amazing Grace’ was a landmark gospel album that converted believers and non-believers alike.
‘Ready An’ Willing’: How Whitesnake Coiled Themselves Around Rock
All killer, no filler, Whitesnake’s ‘Ready An’ Willing’ album positioned David Coverdale’s team among rock’s heaviest hitters.
Best Roxette Songs: 10 Tracks To Take You On A Joyride
From pure pop thrills to intense balladry, the best Roxette songs put the Swedish duo on the map with ABBA and Robyn.
‘Big Love’: Behind Simply Red’s Soul-Pop Comeback Album
Joyous and family focused, Simply Red’s comeback album, ‘Big Love’, was an upbeat return to form for Mick Hucknall’s blue-eyed soul outfit.
Best Kylie Minogue Albums: The Complete Studio Discography, Ranked
The best Kylie Minogue albums prove why the “Princess Of Pop” has confounded expectations with each dancefloor reinvention.
‘Fate Of Nations’: How Robert Plant Found His Groove
Confident and direct, the filler-free ‘Fate Of Nations’ album included some of Robert Plant’s very best solo work.
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