Review
Genres
Posts
-
Clancy (2024) – Twenty-One Pilots
A storytelling perspective of mental health struggles and the journey through life.
-
Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not (2006) – Arctic Monkeys
An exceptional viewpoint into the lifestyle of the indie band.
-
Born in the U.S.A. (1984) – Bruce Springsteen
Introduction Born in the U.S.A. was released on June 4th, 1984, through Columbia Records. Initially consisting of over 50 recorded tracks, the album was siffled down to the 12 tracks that currently make the album up. All seven of the singles reached the U.S. top ten. These singles include: “Dancing in the Dark,” “Born in…
-
Exodus (1977) – Bob Marley & The Wailers
Introduction Released on June 3rd, 1977, Bob Marley and The Wailers’ tenth album since their debut hit the public’s ears. Exodus, highly regarded as one of the most influential and greatest collection of tracks ever produced, was met with high appraisal. Being birthed from high tensions in Marley’s homeland and situations arising amongst his life,…
-
Chief (2011) – Eric Church
Chief, the third studio album by country singer Eric Church, was released on July 26th, 2011. Released through EMI Nashville, Eric and his team had seen massive success through Chief. Church had felt that the genre had fallen off and opted for a more unique sound to revitalize the genre. Chief is a rock, country,…
-
Revolver (1966) – The Beatles
Revolver was the seventh studio album released by the Beatles on August 5th, 1966, through Parlophone and Capitol. This marked their final recording project as live performers; however, the band continued to record music after. Revolver was heavily influenced by many other artists and bands, including the likes of Stevie Wonder, Roy Orbison, Boby Dylan,…
-
Religiously (2023) ~ Bailey Zimmerman
Introduction Religiously. The Album. debuted on May 12th, 2023, as Bailey Zimmerman’s first studio album. This highly anticipated album was teased mere months before and had gained severe traction in the time leading to its arrival. Released by Warner Music Nashville and Elektra Records, Zimmerman put the project out there detailing his heartbreak experience. Prior…
-
The Wall (1979) – Pink Floyd
An immersive journey marked by introspective storytelling and powerful music.
-
Toys in the Attic (1975) – Aerosmith
Aerosmith’s third studio album, Toys in the Attic, was released on April 8th, 1975. Taking an entirely different route from their previous projects, at least according to producer, Jack Douglas, this album was either going to be a hit or miss. Commercially, it is safe to say this album was a sheer success. It racked…
-
Malibu (2016) – Anderson .Paak
Malibu, the 2016 release by Anderson. Paak, was released on January 15th, 2016. Preceded by four singles, this album was amply hyped up for its release. Following his involvement on Dr. Dre’s project, Compton, he had high shoes to fill with this album. Shooting for the stars, Anderson put out Malibu, which features many persoal…
-
This One’s for You Too (2018) – Luke Combs
This One’s for You, the debut album by Luke Combs, was released on June 2nd, 2017. Luke Combs, who is one of the biggest names in country music, has come quite far from this debut album. Commercially, this album has gone 5 times platinum, so it definitely has seen success. In addition, the album has…
-
Starboy (2016) – The Weeknd
Starboy, the 2016 follow up to Beauty Behind the Madness, was The Weeknd fully establishing himself as the “Starboy” and away from Abel. Establishing his persona, he was able to build a fan base for his near future. The 2016 release of Starboy was given in the form of multiple singles, including the likes of…
-
Swimming (2018) – Mac Miller
Swimming, the last Mac Miller release in his life time, was released on August 3rd, 2018, a little over a month before his tragic passing. Reaching number three on the Billboard 200, Swimming was critically acclaimed and nominated for Best Rap Album at the Grammys. This album had three singles released prior to the album,…
-
Honky Chateau (1972) – Elton John
Honky Chateau, the 1972 album, by Sir Elton John was his fifth studio album, and the last under the Uni label. Following Madman Across the Water was no easy task, but Elton took it on. Creating this rock/pop album became an instant success. The certified platnium album reached number one on the charts in 1972.…
-
To Pimp a Butterfly (2015) – Kendrick Lamar
To Pimp A Butterfly, the 2015 hit album by Kendrick Lamar, is regarded as one of the best hip hop albums of all time. He references racial prejudice in his albums, along with referencing his situation growing up in Compton. In this album, Kendrick Lamar experiments and samples a lot of jazz in his songs,…
-
Off the Wall (1979) – Michael Jackson
Off the Wall, Jackson’s breakthrough solo project, devoured the charts in 1979. Diverting away from The Jacksons, he wanted to produce his own album. Teaming with Epic Records, he gave out Off the Wall, which had two different songs take the cake of number one on the billboard top 100, and another two in the…
-
If I Know Me (2018) – Morgan Wallen
If I Know Me, the first studio album of the admired Morgan Wallen, was released in 2018. Prior, the country star had been featured on the hit show “The Voice” and released 3 different EPs. Since the release of this project, Morgan Wallen has gone platinum multiple times and has featured over ten songs on…
-
The Stranger (1977) – Billy Joel
A wonderful collection of songs delving into the complexities of love and life.
-
The College Dropout (2004) – Kanye West
An exceptional debut album from one of the greatest producers/rappers of the 21st century.