At the brink of the new 1980s decade a masterpiece was released. The double album London Calling by The Clash is a caleidoscopic, impressive album. A look back.
Category: Review
Dec 04 2019
In 1984 charity hit the charts: Do They Know It’s Christmas?
At the end of 1984 the charity single Do They Know It’s Christmas? unexpectedly turned out to be one of the biggest singles of the year. The story behind this unique occasion.
Nov 29 2019
Prince – 1999 Super Deluxe Edition
It’s finally here: the 1999 Super Deluxe Edition. A superb re-release of the stunning 1999 album, containing lots of grade A extra material!
Nov 18 2019
In 1974 Genesis releases the masterful The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway
In 1974 Genesis released their master piece The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway. A groundbreaking album, on several levels. A look back at the last Genesis album featuring Peter Gabriel.
Nov 12 2019
The Smiths release their first masterpiece: Hatful Of Hollow
In 1984 The Smiths released their debut album. It was a bit of a letdown. Nine months later Hatful Of Hollow was released. The band lived up to its promise and more. The birth of a true phenomenon!
Nov 04 2019
In 1979 Crass release their ultimate statement: Stations Of The Crass
In 1979 Crass released their second album. Stations Of The Crass bought the band’s ideology, conviction, rage and optimism home, with a vengeance. And successfully as well!
Oct 27 2019
Jesse Johnson – Verbal Penetration
After leaving The Time, Jesse Johnson started a successful solo career. In 2009 he made Verbal Penetration, an impressive tour-de-force.
Oct 19 2019
Prince releases his second album, the first real hint of what’s to come?
Prince’s second album pointed to the future and sounded more accessible and danceable than the year old debut. Could Prince deliver on his promise?
Oct 12 2019
Fleetwood Mac after Rumours, the only way is Tusk?
Is any band capable of making another classic album after the release of an album like Rumours? Fleetwood Mac tried. Did they succeed?
Oct 10 2019
Prince – The 25 best live bootlegs!
The A Pop Life panel has pondered the question which Prince performances resulted in the best live bootlegs. Bram, Edward, Erwin, Leon en Vincent went to work and came up with the ultimate list!
Oct 02 2019
The Replacements start their 3-in-a-row brilliant albums with Let It Be
In 1984 The Replacements released their first truly great album: Let It Be. Their subsequent two albums Tim and Pleased To Meet Me were arguably even more stunning. A look back at 3-in-a-row brilliance!
Sep 26 2019
Prince releases 2 albums in one day: PLECTRUMELECTRUM and ART OFFICIAL AGE
In 2014 Prince released two albums in one day, using Warner Bros. as the record company! The story on PLECTRUMELECTRUM and ART OFFICAL AGE!
Sep 14 2019
Arcade Fire debuts with the brilliant Funeral
In 2004 Arcade Fire released their debut album. It stunned audiences over the world and was hailed as an instant all-time-classic. Deservedly so? Absolutely! A look back at a brilliant debut.
Aug 25 2019
35 years ago the impressive Shocking Shades Of Claw Boys Claw is released
In 1984 the Dutch band Claw Boys Claw from Amsterdam debut with their Shocking Shades Of Claw Boys Claw, an album that was recorded in just three hours, after winning a prize. A look back!
Aug 25 2019
Claw Boys Claw – With Love From The Boys
The second album by Claw Boys Claw, With Love From The Boys, is not available anywhere. A disgrace!
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