Every month in 2024, Euronews Culture revisits the past, selecting three albums celebrating significant anniversaries. This November, we highlight records that turn 10, 20, and 30 years old. (Release date: 18 November 2014) It's been a decade since TV On The Radio's last album, and their 2014 release 'Seeds' is worth revisiting. The Brooklyn-based art-rock band, formed in 2001, has released five LPs, with 'Seeds' marking a shift following the death of band member Gerard Smith. The album channels grief into energetic pop, balancing lively melodies with a lingering sense of dread. Despite not reaching the heights of 'Return to Cookie Mountain' or 'Dear Science', 'Seeds' is an underappreciated gem. The lead single 'Happy Idiot' exemplifies this balance, merging rock, funk, and electro with soulful vocals. Other standout tracks like 'Test Pilot' and the titular 'Seeds' maintain this euphoric yet melancholic tone. The penultimate track 'Trouble' encapsulates the album's dichotomy of exhilaration and anxiety.
(Release date: 16 November 2004) This year marks the 20th anniversary of MF DOOM's 'Mm..Food', a concept album centered around food. Despite initial skepticism, the album's clever use of food-related puns and metaphors creates a unique listening experience. Tracks like 'Beef Rapp' and 'Rapp Snitch Knishes' are highlights, blending humor with lyrical mastery. While the skits can disrupt the flow, 'Mm..Food' remains a fun and innovative concept album.
(Release date: 1 November 1994) Nirvana's 'MTV Unplugged in New York', recorded in November 1993, showcased a different side of the band. Instead of their usual high-energy performances, this set featured a more introspective and vulnerable Kurt Cobain. The album includes deep cuts and cover songs, offering a quieter, more personal glimpse into Nirvana's music. Released in November 1994, just months after Cobain's death, the album became a poignant tribute. Thirty years on, it stands as one of the greatest live albums ever recorded.
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