“Bat Out of Hell”: Meatloaf’s Mad Masterpiece
“Bat Out of Hell” was a bold, brash mix of rock, pathos, and a sweaty guy in a cheesy tux. We look at this 70s classic.
Third Time’s The Charm: Bands Find Their Groove
By the time of a third album, a band has worked out their studio vibe, their songwriting, and more. Here are a bunch that broke through.
10 Disappointing Follow-Up Albums
Meandering lyrics, drug-induced hazes, the pressure to play “pop star” — just a few things that can saddle a great band after a hit album.
Top 10 Albums that Defined Being a Teen in the ‘80s (Readers’ Choice)
In honor of Michael Jackson’s birthday today, a look at some of the most generation-defining albums of the 80s (his included).
