…Nothing Like the Sun is a 1987 album by Sting. The title comes from Shakespeare’s Sonnet #130 (“My mistress’ eyes are nothing like the sun”), which Sting used in the song “Sister Moon”. He added that his inspiration for this was a close encounter with a drunk, in which Sting quoted the sonnet in response … Read more
Lifes Rich Pageant is the fourth album by the American alternative rock band R.E.M., released in 1986. R.E.M. chose Don Gehman to produce the album, which was recorded at John Mellencamp’s Belmont Mall Studios in Belmont, Indiana.
Temple of Low Men is the second studio album by Australian band Crowded House, which was released in July 1988. The three band members: Paul Hester on drums and backing vocals; Neil Finn on lead vocals and lead guitar; and Nick Seymour on bass guitar and backing vocals; recorded the album in both Melbourne and … Read more
The Unforgettable Fire is the fourth studio album by Irish rock band U2. It was released in October 1984. The band wanted a different musical direction following the harder-hitting rock of their 1983 album War. They employed Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois to produce and assist them experiment with a more ambient and abstract sound. … Read more
Camouflage is the thirteenth studio album by Rod Stewart released in 1984 by Warner Bros. Records. The three singles from the album were “Infatuation”, “Some Guys Have All the Luck”, and a cover of the Free hit, “All Right Now”. The album marked a reunion of sorts between Stewart and Jeff Beck, who plays guitar … Read more
Abacab, released in 1981, is the eleventh studio album by British band Genesis. It reached the top of the UK album charts, remaining in the charts for 27 weeks. In the US, the album sold over two million copies, and thus was certified double platinum by the RIAA.
Good Trouble is the tenth studio album by REO Speedwagon, released in 1982 as a follow up to Hi Infidelity. It was the second-best selling album in the band’s history, tied with Wheels Are Turnin’, peaking at #7 on the Billboard charts. None of the songs from this album have been performed by the band … Read more
Everything is a 1988 album by The Bangles. Just like its predecessor, Everything also produced a #5 hit (“In Your Room”), and a #1 single, “Eternal Flame,” which became a chart-topper in almost every major chart around the world, among its released singles. The 2008 reissue CD on the Wounded Birds label (WOU 4056) adds … Read more