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Following on from part one of the team’s favourite Sequels of all time, today we are once again digging though the record crates of history to recognise those artists that defied the odds and managed to do it better second time around. These picks are a celebration of artists that dared to go bigger, refused to rest on their laurels, and embarked upon an artistic evolution and we all benefitted. So here they are, in no particular order:
01 FUGEES - THE SCORE
The Fugees' second album, The Score, is considered one of the greatest albums of all time. Released in 1996, the album showcased the group's unique blend of hip-hop, reggae, and soul music. With iconic tracks such as "Fu-Gee-La" and "Ready or Not," The Score went on to sell over 17 million copies worldwide. The album's success can be attributed to its socially conscious lyrics, infectious beats, and the group's undeniable chemistry.
02 Led Zeppelin - Led Zeppelin II
Emerging a mere eight months after their breakthrough debut, Zep Il (as it’s informally known), has become a timeless masterpiece showcasing the musical genius of the rock ‘n’ roll moguls. Released in 1969, and still impressing listeners today, it confirmed the band’s outrageous talents and further pressed home the individual persona of every member of the band. Be it John Bonham’s hand drum solo during Moby Dick, the exemplary riffage of Jimmy Page throughout Whole lotta love, or Robert Plant’s often jaw droppingly high-pitched wails that somehow manage to imitate an electric guitar during Lemon Song, it’s clear you that you’re hearing greats fully announcing themselves to the world.
03 Mobb Deep – The Infamous
The Infamous, is a timeless classic that solidified the duo's position as one of the most talented and influential acts in hip- hop. Released in 1995, the album is a gritty and raw portrayal of life in the Queensbridge projects. Havoc's production and creativity was off the scale and can be heard in its purest form on the song “Shook Ones, Part II” where the opening snare is actually a slowed-down stove ignitor.
04 A Tribe Called Quest – The Low End Theory
The Low End Theory is a masterpiece that solidified the group's position in the hip-hop pantheon. It demonstrated their growth and evolution beyond their already impressive debut. The album's jazz-infused beats and intelligent lyrics made it an instant classic upon its release in 1991.
05 Oasis - (What's The Story) Morning Glory
Oasis’ most powerful and influential work and perhaps even the absolute pinnacle of the Brit pop era that inadvertently gave birth to lad culture. Released in 1995 after their debut album Definitely Maybe had already gone straight to the top of the charts, very few thought the band’s second album could beat their first. How wrong they all were. (What’s the Story) Morning Glory was a towering achievement of a record that did something unthinkable at the time. It broke America, and left Cocker and Albarn licking their wounds despite releasing classic albums of their own right; Different Class and The Great Escape respectively the very same year. Madchester had officially landed. Littered with classics like Wonderwall, Don’t Look Back in Anger and Champagne Supernova that are still sung the worldwide over today it is a testament to the enduring Manchester music scene and a seminal piece of British culture.
Following on from part one of the team’s favourite Sequels of all time, today we are once again digging though the record crates of history to recognise those artists that defied the odds and managed to do it better second time around. These picks are a celebration of artists that dared to go bigger, refused to rest on their laurels, and embarked upon an artistic evolution and we all benefitted. So here they are, in no particular order:
01 FUGEES - THE SCORE
The Fugees' second album, The Score, is considered one of the greatest albums of all time. Released in 1996, the album showcased the group's unique blend of hip-hop, reggae, and soul music. With iconic tracks such as "Fu-Gee-La" and "Ready or Not," The Score went on to sell over 17 million copies worldwide. The album's success can be attributed to its socially conscious lyrics, infectious beats, and the group's undeniable chemistry.
02 Led Zeppelin - Led Zeppelin II
Emerging a mere eight months after their breakthrough debut, Zep Il (as it’s informally known), has become a timeless masterpiece showcasing the musical genius of the rock ‘n’ roll moguls. Released in 1969, and still impressing listeners today, it confirmed the band’s outrageous talents and further pressed home the individual persona of every member of the band. Be it John Bonham’s hand drum solo during Moby Dick, the exemplary riffage of Jimmy Page throughout Whole lotta love, or Robert Plant’s often jaw droppingly high-pitched wails that somehow manage to imitate an electric guitar during Lemon Song, it’s clear you that you’re hearing greats fully announcing themselves to the world.
03 Mobb Deep – The Infamous
The Infamous, is a timeless classic that solidified the duo's position as one of the most talented and influential acts in hip- hop. Released in 1995, the album is a gritty and raw portrayal of life in the Queensbridge projects. Havoc's production and creativity was off the scale and can be heard in its purest form on the song “Shook Ones, Part II” where the opening snare is actually a slowed-down stove ignitor.
04 A Tribe Called Quest – The Low End Theory
The Low End Theory is a masterpiece that solidified the group's position in the hip-hop pantheon. It demonstrated their growth and evolution beyond their already impressive debut. The album's jazz-infused beats and intelligent lyrics made it an instant classic upon its release in 1991.
05 Oasis - (What's The Story) Morning Glory
Oasis’ most powerful and influential work and perhaps even the absolute pinnacle of the Brit pop era that inadvertently gave birth to lad culture. Released in 1995 after their debut album Definitely Maybe had already gone straight to the top of the charts, very few thought the band’s second album could beat their first. How wrong they all were. (What’s the Story) Morning Glory was a towering achievement of a record that did something unthinkable at the time. It broke America, and left Cocker and Albarn licking their wounds despite releasing classic albums of their own right; Different Class and The Great Escape respectively the very same year. Madchester had officially landed. Littered with classics like Wonderwall, Don’t Look Back in Anger and Champagne Supernova that are still sung the worldwide over today it is a testament to the enduring Manchester music scene and a seminal piece of British culture.
Following on from part one of the team’s favourite Sequels of all time, today we are once again digging though the record crates of history to recognise those artists that defied the odds and managed to do it better second time around. These picks are a celebration of artists that dared to go bigger, refused to rest on their laurels, and embarked upon an artistic evolution and we all benefitted. So here they are, in no particular order:
01 FUGEES - THE SCORE
The Fugees' second album, The Score, is considered one of the greatest albums of all time. Released in 1996, the album showcased the group's unique blend of hip-hop, reggae, and soul music. With iconic tracks such as "Fu-Gee-La" and "Ready or Not," The Score went on to sell over 17 million copies worldwide. The album's success can be attributed to its socially conscious lyrics, infectious beats, and the group's undeniable chemistry.
02 Led Zeppelin - Led Zeppelin II
Emerging a mere eight months after their breakthrough debut, Zep Il (as it’s informally known), has become a timeless masterpiece showcasing the musical genius of the rock ‘n’ roll moguls. Released in 1969, and still impressing listeners today, it confirmed the band’s outrageous talents and further pressed home the individual persona of every member of the band. Be it John Bonham’s hand drum solo during Moby Dick, the exemplary riffage of Jimmy Page throughout Whole lotta love, or Robert Plant’s often jaw droppingly high-pitched wails that somehow manage to imitate an electric guitar during Lemon Song, it’s clear you that you’re hearing greats fully announcing themselves to the world.
03 Mobb Deep – The Infamous
The Infamous, is a timeless classic that solidified the duo's position as one of the most talented and influential acts in hip- hop. Released in 1995, the album is a gritty and raw portrayal of life in the Queensbridge projects. Havoc's production and creativity was off the scale and can be heard in its purest form on the song “Shook Ones, Part II” where the opening snare is actually a slowed-down stove ignitor.
04 A Tribe Called Quest – The Low End Theory
The Low End Theory is a masterpiece that solidified the group's position in the hip-hop pantheon. It demonstrated their growth and evolution beyond their already impressive debut. The album's jazz-infused beats and intelligent lyrics made it an instant classic upon its release in 1991.
05 Oasis - (What's The Story) Morning Glory
Oasis’ most powerful and influential work and perhaps even the absolute pinnacle of the Brit pop era that inadvertently gave birth to lad culture. Released in 1995 after their debut album Definitely Maybe had already gone straight to the top of the charts, very few thought the band’s second album could beat their first. How wrong they all were. (What’s the Story) Morning Glory was a towering achievement of a record that did something unthinkable at the time. It broke America, and left Cocker and Albarn licking their wounds despite releasing classic albums of their own right; Different Class and The Great Escape respectively the very same year. Madchester had officially landed. Littered with classics like Wonderwall, Don’t Look Back in Anger and Champagne Supernova that are still sung the worldwide over today it is a testament to the enduring Manchester music scene and a seminal piece of British culture.
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