“Greetings from Asbury Park” At 50
Springsteen’s “Greetings from Asbury Park” didn’t do much on its release 50 years ago. But it gave hints of the greatness yet to come.
“Super Fly” At 50: Still The Funkiest Soundtrack
A half-century later, Curtis Mayfield’s epic soundtrack to “Super Fly” remains the best of the blaxploitation soundtracks.
Rip This Joint: “Exile On Main Street” At 50
Fifty years ago, the Stones released “Exile On Main Street.” Mick described it as “runaway outlaws using the blues as a weapon.” We concur.
You Don’t Mess Around With Jim – Then Or Now
Against huge 1972 hits like “Exile On Main Street,” this Jim Croce album got overlooked. On its 50th anniversary, it’s worth a closer listen.
“Jackson Browne” At 50 – Younger, Even Wiser
Jackson Browne emerged on the scene during the golden age of singer-songwriters. His astonishing debut album is celebrating its 50th.