Jim Morrison: A Celebration Of The Doors’ Lizard King
As The Doors’ frontman, Jim Morrison brought sex, subversion and erudition to rock’n’roll. His work still lights fires today.
4: How Foreigner Claimed Their Place At No.1
Bridging the gap between the 70s and 80s, ‘4’ found Foreigner making a bold move towards their synth-rock future.
True Blue: How Madonna Committed Herself To The “Queen Of Pop” Role
An exercise in unashamed hit-making, ‘True Blue’ saw Madonna pitch herself at superstar status, landing in a league of her own.
Purple Rain: How Prince Stormed His Way To Superstardom With One Album
Creating the zeitgeist, Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ era raised the bars for music, cinema and live performance. No one has come close since.
A Case Of ‘Blue’: How Joni Mitchell Painted Her Masterpiece
Unflinchingly honest and raw, ‘Blue’ established Joni Mitchell’s genius and set the template for generations of singer-songwriters to come.
Batman: How Prince Invented The Blockbuster Soundtrack Album
A chart smash and a return to Hollywood credibility, Prince’s ‘Batman’ soundtrack album was another game-changing success.
Spinning Around: How An About-Turn Reignited Kylie Minogue’s Career
Retooling Kylie Minogue’s pop sound for the new millennium, Spinning Around gained notice for more than just its music…
Mirage: Fleetwood Mac Use Their Illusion, Conjure A Gem
Looking to recapture the success of ‘Rumours’, Fleetwood Mac returned to their polished, melodic formula for 1982’s ‘Mirage’.
It’s A Sin: Behind Pet Shop Boys’ Synth-Pop Salvation
The song most associated with Pet Shop Boys, It’s A Sin has become an anthem for a new age all over again.
How Duran Duran’s Debut Album Touched Down On Planet Earth
A bracing fusion of art-pop charm and synth-led experimentalism, Duran Duran’s debut album had New Romantics looking for the TV sound.
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