The Enduring Appeal of “Bitches Brew”
Complex and confounding, Miles Davis’ “Bitches Brew” keeps revealing more as the years go by, influencing some groundbreaking rock albums in the process.
U2’s Achtung Baby: Ahead of Its Time, Now Timely
“Achtung Baby” is one of U2’s best. Inspired by French singers, Berlin grooves and a whole lot of intra-band pain. And it turns out to be prescient to what’s happening in the world today.
The Things They Did for Love: The Top 10 Songs of 10cc
Endlessly inventive, 10cc incorporated everything from bossa nova to operetta in their discography. Which song rates number one?
You’ll Never Know St. Vincent, But It’s Worth Trying
Enigmatic, inventive, and hard to label, St. Vincent defies definition, but her mercurial style has nabbed critical raves, and multiple awards. (Not that she cares.)
Phil Collins Really Does Play Well With Others
With credits like “Miami Vice” and Live Aid, Phil Collins personified the ’80s. Even so, let’s not write off the former Genesis front man.