It ended with punk rock and disco ruling the charts. In between was a diverse selection of incredible, decade-defining albums like the ones gathered here.
With internationally popular songs such as “One Way or Another” and “Heart of Glass,” it's hard to believe that the members of Blondie were allegedly unhappy with the album's results.
Despite landing the number one spot on the music charts and being embraced by fans, The Payback did not meet with the same critical success as his previous albums. Numerous rhythm and blues and rap artists have also sampled the title song.
Recorded eight months before his death, Hendrix's last full-length album is a masterclass of electric guitar virtuosity and experimentation. His sound can never be imitated or duplicated.