Albums Reviews — Page 10
In Rainbows Review: Warm, Intricate and Pay-What-You-Want
Radiohead's seventh album is their warmest, with lush textures and strong songs. Our verdict.
This Year's Model Review: New Wave Wit and Venom
Elvis Costello's second album is a lean, sneering burst of angry pop. Our verdict.
Music from Big Pink Review: The Basement Sessions That Birthed Americana
The Band's debut is a warm, rootsy and influential album that quietly changed rock. Our verdict.
Slanted and Enchanted Review: Lo-Fi Slacker Rock Classic
Pavement's debut is scruffy, witty and full of off-kilter hooks. Our verdict.
Illinois Review: An Ambitious Indie Folk Epic
Sufjan Stevens' sprawling album about Illinois is full of banjos, brass and big feelings. Our verdict.
Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) Review: Staten Island's Kung-Fu Hip-Hop Collective
Wu-Tang Clan's debut is a gritty, raw and endlessly influential rap album. Our verdict.
Straight Outta Compton Review: Gangsta Rap's Explosive Arrival
N.W.A's debut album is fierce, controversial and hugely influential. Our verdict.
Dusty in Memphis Review: A British Voice Finds Memphis Soul
Dusty Springfield's smoky, understated album is a classic of blue-eyed soul. Our verdict.
Transformer Review: Glam, Grit and 'Walk on the Wild Side'
Lou Reed's solo breakthrough, produced by David Bowie and Mick Ronson, is a witty, sleazy glam-rock classic. Our verdict.
In Utero Review: Abrasive, Honest and Brilliant
Nirvana's final studio album is a harsh, uncompromising follow-up to Nevermind. Our verdict.