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Rush Albums Ranked: A Farewell to Kings
June 28, 2023
Rush is one of the biggest cult bands in history, prog-rock architects who always seemed to be of and for the people. Through their consistent and seemingly ever-growing musical skill, the Canadian trio made some of the most highly-ranked albums in rock and maintained their…
Yes was one of the most ambitious of the classic prog-rock fans and, at various times, one of the most successful bands in the world. Subtlety and restraint can never be held against the band. Still, Yes’ albums are ranked among the most important in the…
Aerosmith, when the dust of history has settled, may go down as the ultimate American rock band. Yes, plenty of groups drank from the same wellspring of inspiration. But there’s just something unique about the quintet’s chemistry that makes their albums some of…
Van Halen had one collective talent above anything else. They could make themselves unavoidable. Whether it was through Eddie van Halen’s guitar playing or David Lee Roth’s showmanship, this heavy metal band could not be ignored.
Today I’m pitting…
Loyalties: Max Lockwood and The Resonance
May 27, 2023
The Resonance – Desolation
Similar artists: Broder Daniel, Caesars, Hurula, Franz Ferdinand, Makthaverskan
Genre: Shoegaze, Indie Rock, Alternative Rock
Like hoola-hoops, fidget spinners, or dubstep, great staples of entertainment fall out of style every day.
Best Paul McCartney & Wings Albums
April 26, 2023
Paul McCartney has had the most impressive solo career of all four members of The Beatles. While critical recognition for his work rarely came easy, McCartney’s solo albums and those made with Wings are ranked highly by those willing to give it a fair shake.
Those…
George Harrison never intended to be a solo star. He just had a lot of songs that wouldn’t get on The Beatles’ albums. A lot of really good songs, as it turns out, making for some terrific, highly-ranked albums by both the public and critics.
His interest in…
John Lennon Albums Ranked
March 29, 2023
John Lennon may just be the most widely recognized of The Beatles. His career as a solo artist, however short as it sadly destined to be, was mercurial.
The songwriter’s best songs as a solo artist are known worldwide. His more experimental work leaves most casual…
The Beach Boys were one of the most influential bands of the 1960s and, according to some, never even released the best album that they recorded during that decade. The album in question is “SMiLE.”
Depending on who you ask, this album would’ve been…