In an attempt to ditch his crippling cocaine addiction, Bowie left Los Angeles and packed his bags to Europe. This move would see Bowie joining forces with Tony Visconti and Brian Eno. The three would go on to create the “Berlin Trilogy” with Low being the first installment. This record marks the beginning of Bowie’s experimentation with electronic and ambient music, a sound that is prevalent throughout the trilogy. As for Low, Side A features short, almost demo-like songs ... read more

Bowie’s best record. “Five years” is one of the all-time album openers. The songwriting, the sense of dread in Bowie’s vocals and how the instrumentation swells perfectly encapsulates what’s to come on this record. Mick Ronson’s guitar solo on Moonage Daydream feels as if you are in fact being abducted by the Starman. Speaking of which, it has one of the most infectious choruses. And to close it out, “Rock ‘n’ Roll Suicide” another ... read more

Sprawling nearly two hours, Stevie covers many themes in the aptly named Songs in the Key of Life. Whether it be a socially conscious plea, the duality of reflecting on childhood and embracing parenthood, or the most common one of all; love, Stevie tackles them all in a way only he can do. Since this is such a massive record, naturally I gravitate towards Disc 1 as it’s practically perfection. However, that’s not to diminish what Disc 2 offers as its closing 15 minutes might be the ... read more

All-time favorite album. Nonstop joyride from front to back packed full of infectious melodies, incredible vocals and of course unbelievable guitar performances which culminates in the other worldly title track. In conjunction with Let’s Go Crazy, I don’t think there’s a better combination of opener and closer music has to offer. This is what it sounds like when one of the all-time greats is at the peak of his powers.

Favorite Tracks: ALL
Essential Track: Purple Rain