In 1995 Mayte released her first (and last) album on NPG Records. The story of that album and her introduction to and departure from Prince’s world.
Category: Review
Nov 21 2020
Sly And The Family Stone release one of the best compilations of all time
Sly And The Family Stone released one of the very best albums of all time in 1970: Greatest Hits. The best compilation album ever?
Nov 07 2020
Kate Bush makes her comeback with the beautiful Aerial
After a twelve year abscence Kate Bush returned to the world of music in 2005. Aerial reminded everyone just how good and unique Kate Bush still was. A look back.
Oct 31 2020
Outkast releases the fantastic Stankonia!
After the impressive Acquemini, Outkast almost effortlessly equalled it in 2000: Stankonia. The story behind masterpiece number two!
Oct 25 2020
Today in 1980 Frank Zappa performed in Buffalo
On October 25th, 1980, Frank Zappa and his alien, perfect band played in Buffalo, New York. A look back on a fantastic show and release!
Oct 24 2020
Japan – Gentlemen Take Polaroids
Japan released their fourth album Gentlemen Take Polaroids in 1980. An album without any weak links. The story behind another classic Japan album.
Oct 18 2020
The Cult breaks through with Love!
In 1985 The Cult released their second album Love. It pointed towards the rock band they were about to become, but still had new-wave and goth elements. The story of a great album!
Oct 11 2020
Prince starts his genius run with the fantastic Dirty Mind
In 1980 Prince released his third album. Dirty Mind was to be the starting point of the unequalled series of no less than eight consecutive genius albums. The story of Dirty Mind!
Oct 11 2020
Prince – Dirty Mind – Reviews, press & interviews
Dirty Mind, the album and the tour, were lauded by the press. In Europe also, where Prince played his first 3 shows in 1981. A collection of press clippings.
Oct 04 2020
More Specials, the best album of 1980?
The story on the second album by The Specials. Amidst chaos, fights, resentment and creativity the band emerges with the sublime More Specials. A look back.
Sep 25 2020
Prince – Sign O’ The Times Super Deluxe Edition
The long expected re-release of Prince’s great 1987 album Sign O’ The Times. A review of an impressive release. In one word? Crucial!
Sep 22 2020
At long last Prince’s The Gold Experience is released!
Finally, The Gold Experience, Prince’s love child sees the light of day. The complete story about an album that sparked controversy. Was it worth it?
Sep 21 2020
Prince – The Gold Experience – The reviews
How was The Gold Experience received by the press? Pretty mixed it seems. Read the collection of international reviews here on A Pop Life!
Sep 19 2020
Neil Young’s first masterpiece, After The Gold Rush!
In 1970 Neil Young was part of a world famous quartet and released his third solo album, the masterpiece After The Gold Rush. The story behind the album.
Sep 16 2020
The end of The Waterboys’ ‘big music’ trilogy: This Is The Sea
In 1985 The Waterboys released their third album, This Is The Sea. The album was supposed to deliver on the promise the band had made. Did they succeed?
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