Mermaid Avenue
In 1998, Billy Bragg and Wilco released Mermaid Avenue. Woody Guthrie's unpublished lyrics, sitting in boxes since his death, finally got the melodies they'd been waiting for.
1990's
39 posts from 1990's
Siamese Dream
In 1993, the Smashing Pumpkins released Siamese Dream. A record made by a band falling apart and one of the defining rock albums of the decade.
Violator
In 1990, Depeche Mode released Violator. A record whose quiet confidence reshaped electronic music.
Amber
In 1994, Autechre released Amber. A record that slowed electronic music down into warm, organic patterns that take you to some other place.
Screamadelica
In 1991, Primal Scream released 'Screamadelica.' A record that didn’t just change their career, but redrew the map of British music.
The Lonesome Crowded West
In 1997, Modest Mouse released 'The Lonesome Crowded West.' A record that sounds like the American West collapsing inward.
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