My 20 Favorite Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s of the 1980s

I discuss my favorite chart-toppers from 1980 to 1989.

My 20 Favorite Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s of the 1970s

I discuss my favorite chart-toppers from 1970 to 1979.

My 20 Favorite Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s of the 1960s

I revisit the best hits from one of the most important decades in music history.

"Duran Duran" (1981) by Duran Duran

The New Romantic forebearer gets its due on its 45th anniversary.

"The Queen is Dead" by the Smiths

The British indie rock classic celebrates its 40th anniversary.

“Reasonable Doubt” by Jay-Z

Hov's masterful debut gets its due for its 30th anniversary.

“So” by Peter Gabriel

A Top 10 1980s album turns 40.

“Coloring Book” by Chance the Rapper

A look back at an album that legitimately changed music.

Every Billy Joel Studio Album, Ranked From Worst to Best

I sort through the Piano Man's musical legacy.

“Stadium Arcadium” by the Red Hot Chili Peppers

The smash hit comeback record turns 20 this week.

“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.

10 Songs That Make the Case for Chicago as Pop-Rock GOATs

I walk you through the essentials from the legendary rock band's catalog.

“Ramones” by the Ramones

An essential punk rock turning point turns 50.

9 Songs That Prove Fleetwood Mac Was a Top 5 Pop-Rock Band

I walk you through my favorite tracks from one of the biggest bands ever.

11 Songs That Prove the Bee Gees Wrote the Best Pop Songs Ever

The Gibbs are the GOATs.

“Face Value” by Phil Collins

The British titan's solo debut turns 45.

“Master of Puppets” by Metallica

I look back at the greatest thrash metal album of all time.

“Tapestry” by Carole King

One of my favorite 1970s records turns 55 .

“Ain’t That Good News” by Sam Cooke

I revisit the tragic swan song from one of soul's greatest talents.

13 Cheesy Ballads I Want to Sing at Karaoke Tonight

Grab the mic and descend into gooey nostalgia.

“Eyes of Love” by the Edge of Daybreak

I discuss a lesser-known vintage soul gem.

How the Watts Prophets Redefined Spoken Word and Invented Hip-Hop

I explore one of the most culturally significant albums of the 1960s.

“Moving Pictures” by Rush

The Canadian trio's commercial apex celebrates its 45th anniversary.

“Control” by Janet Jackson

One of the most important pop albums of the 1980s turns 40 (!).

Every Beatles Studio Album, Ranked from Worst to Best

I explore the collected works of the most famous rock band of all time.

Why "Anti" is Rihanna at Her Most Compelling

I revisit the Barbadian pop star's most personal release for its 10th anniversary.

“21” by Adele

I take a look at the legacy of one of pop's most surprising, unprecedented blockbusters.

Is "Station to Station" David Bowie's Most Intriguing Album?

I celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of the Starman's most intriguing albums.