90s
45 album and song reviews from the 90s, newest first. Page 1 of 2.
“Reasonable Doubt” by Jay-Z
Hov's masterful debut gets its due for its 30th anniversary.
“Evil Empire” by Rage Against the Machine
A rap-rock classic turns 30.
“Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite” by Maxwell
One of the most luscious R&B albums of the 1990s.
“Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness:” the Defining Smashing Pumpkins Album
Let us harken back to the days when grunge morphed into something far more chaotic and poetic, in honor of the album's 30th anniversary.
"The Gold Experience" by Prince
I take a closer look at one of the most underappreciated albums in the Purple One's catalog.
Why the Cocteau Twins' "Heaven or Las Vegas" is A+ Dream-Pop
I celebrate the most influential dream-pop record of all time to mark its 35th anniversary.
“When the Pawn…” by Fiona Apple
I revisit Fiona Apple’s incredible, unshakeable late-90s sophomore record.
“Jagged Little Pill” by Alanis Morissette
I look back at one of the most important and influential albums of the 90s.
“Dangerous” by Michael Jackson
I attempt to sift through the music and deeply conflicting legacy of Michael Jackson.
"Violator" at 35: Why Depeche Mode’s Masterpiece Still Sounds Like the Future
Taking stock of the synth-pop band's best and one of my personal favorites.
“The Infamous” by Mobb Deep
Celebrating one of the East Coast’s finest contributions to hardcore hip-hop
"People’s Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm" by A Tribe Called Quest
I dive into the significance of one of 1990's most important hip-hop records.
“Fear of a Black Planet” by Public Enemy
A legitimately perfect hip-hop records turns 35 (!)
“Me Against the World” by 2Pac
Revisiting a legacy-defining moment for Tupac Shakur for its 30th anniversary.
“I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got” by Sinéad O’Connor
Examining the late singer’s breakthrough sophomore record to celebrate its 35th anniversary.
“The Woman in Me” by Shania Twain
This record, not anything by Taylor Swift, legitimately changed country music forever.
“Now That We Found Love” by Heavy D & the Boyz
One of the best club anthems from an exceptional early-90s period.
“CrazySexyCool” by TLC
One of the most impressive contributions to the 90s R&B canon from one of its greatest acts.
“That Don't Impress Me Much” by Shania Twain
An exceptional pop-country crossover from a Canadian music icon.
“Black on Both Sides” by Mos Def
Examining a legendary rap album from the genre’s golden era.
“No Need to Argue” by the Cranberries
A 90s alternative standout turns 30.
“Big Poppa” by the Notorious B.I.G.
An ultra-smooth seductor.
“Ready to Die” by The Notorious B.I.G.
A genuine 10/10 turns 30.
“Ill Communication” by the Beastie Boys
A Beastie Boys classic turns 30.
“U Can’t Touch This” by MC Hammer
Duuhhhh-duh-duh-duh. Duh-DUH. Duh-DUH!
“This Is How We Do It” by Montell Jordan
The most immaculate of 90s R&B vibes.
“Illmatic” by Nas
This hip-hop classic turns 30 (!).
“Live Through This” by Hole
A fiery feminist classic turns 30.
“Superunknown” by Soundgarden
Flat-out one of the best rock albums of the 90s.
“Pronounced Jah-Nay” by Zhané
An underappreciated 90s gem.