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Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix

Not all albums stand the test of time, but plenty do and Australian music critic Stevie Nix will bring one to you each week. He"ll cover all eras and most genres and tell you why each record is so revered and, equally, why it deserves to be. And he only uses six songs to do it.

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37:07

Tumbleweed Connection by Elton John

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2025/01/09

While Elton John has released many iconic albums over his long career, Tumbleweed Connection stands out as his most cohesive and conceptually ambitious work. It is a deep, immersive experience that prioritises storytelling and atmosphere over commercial success.Featured songs:Ballad of a Well-Known GunMy Father’s GunCountry ComfortWhere to Now St. Peter?AmoreenaBurn Down the Mission

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38:03

Blue Valentine by Tom Waits

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2025/01/02

Blue Valentine is one of Tom Waits’s most celebrated albums because it captures a pivotal moment in his artistic journey, where he expanded beyond his early jazz-influenced style into a grittier, more blues-inspired realm. This album was a departure from his earlier, more nostalgic records, marking a shift in tone, themes and musicality that would come to define his career. Featured songs:SomewhereRed Shoes By The DrugstoreChristmas Card from A Hooker in MinneapolisRomeo Is BleedingWhistlin’ ...

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34:28

Stories From The City, Stories From The Sea by PJ Harvey

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/12/26

Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea is often hailed as PJ Harvey's greatest album, and for good reason. Released in 2000, this seminal work marks a pivotal point in her career, showcasing a remarkable evolution in her artistry. The album seamlessly blends lyrical storytelling, atmospheric instrumentation, and emotive vocal performances, creating a rich tapestry that explores themes of love, loss, urban life, and the passage of time. Featured songs:Big ExitGood FortuneThis Mess We...

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36:36

The Dream Of The Blue Turtles by Sting

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/12/19

The Dream of the Blue Turtles represents a pivotal moment in Sting's career, where he successfully broke away from the shadow of The Police and established himself as a solo artist with a unique voice and vision. The album’s blend of jazz, rock and world music influences, combined with its thought-provoking lyrics and emotional depth, showcases his versatility and willingness to take creative risks.Featured songs:If You Love Somebody Set Them FreeRussiansMoon Over Bourbon StreetChildren’s Cru...

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36:17

Songs Of Leonard Cohen by Leonard Cohen

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/12/12

Released in 1967, Songs of Leonard Cohen remains one of the most influential debut albums in music history. With its intricate lyricism, emotional depth, and timeless resonance, this record set Leonard Cohen apart as an artist capable of navigating the human soul with profound insight. Featured songs: SuzanneSisters of MercySo Long, MarianneHey, That’s No Way to Say GoodbyeThe Stranger SongMaster Song

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37:48

In Rainbows by Radiohead

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/12/05

In Rainbows represents a perfect blend of Radiohead's experimental tendencies with accessible, deeply emotional songwriting. The band had long been known for its often bleak, dystopian outlook on albums like OK Computer and Kid A, but In Rainbows marked a shift toward something more personal and introspective. Featured songs:15 StepBodysnatchersNudeWeird Fishes/ArpeggiReckonerVideotapestevienix.com

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37:09

I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got by Sinead O'Connor

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/11/28

This album is not only a commercial success, driven largely by the massive hit single “Nothing Compares 2 U,” but also a deeply personal and political statement, fusing raw emotional vulnerability with fierce social commentary. In an era dominated by polished pop music, O’Connor’s second album was a fearless confrontation with her inner turmoil, her convictions, and the world around her.Featured songs:Nothing Compares 2 UThe Emperor’s New ClothesThree BabiesI Am Stretched On Your GraveBlack B...

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32:22

On The Beach by Neil Young

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/11/21

On the Beach is often hailed as Neil Young’s most enigmatic, introspective and emotionally resonant work. Released in the wake of a tumultuous period in his life, the album emerged as a stark contrast to the polished folk-rock of Harvest and the commercially successful material that had defined much of his earlier career. Featured songs:Walk OnSee The Sky About To RainRevolution BluesFor The TurnstilesOn The BeachAmbulance Bluesstevienix.com

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36:29

Yeezus by Kanye West

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/11/14

Kanye West’s Yeezus is an album that defies convention, pushing the boundaries of genre, lyricism and sound. Released in 2013, it marked a radical departure from the lush, maximalist production of My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy and the soul-sampling warmth of 2004’s The College Dropout. Instead, Yeezus embraces harsh, industrial beats, minimalist aesthetics,and abrasive, confrontational themes. It’s polarising, intentionally provocative and raw in a way that no other Kanye West album had b...

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29:41

Sign O' The Times by Prince

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/11/07

Released in 1987, Sign O’ The Times came at a pivotal moment in Prince's career, following the dissolution of his band, The Revolution, and several ambitious, unrealised projects. Despite the turbulence, Prince created a record that effortlessly spans genres — blending funk, rock, R&B, pop, and experimental sounds — while addressing personal, political, and spiritual themes with a fearless honesty.Featured songs:Sign O' The TimesStarfish And CoffeeThe Ballad Of Dorothy ParkerIf I Was Your...

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33:23

Ziggy Stardust & The Spiders From Mars by David Bowie

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/10/31

This concept album not only solidified David Bowie’s status as a cultural icon, but also marked the zenith of glam rock, blending theatricality, innovation and profound storytelling in ways that were groundbreaking for its time. The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars is not merely an album; it is a cultural phenomenon that transcended music and challenged societal norms. Through the character of Ziggy Stardust, Bowie crafted a narrative that explores the complexities of...

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33:20

Exile On Main St by The Rolling Stones

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/10/24

Exile on Main St, released in 1972, is often considered The Stones’ magnum opus and one of the most defining moments in rock history. This sprawling double album captures the raw, gritty essence of the Stones at their most unrefined and authentic, blending rock, blues, country, gospel, and soul into a sound that is at once chaotic, triumphant, and deeply rooted in the American music tradition. Featured songs:Rocks OffTumbling DiceSweet VirginiaRip This JointHappyShine A Lightstevienix.com

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39:22

Veedon Fleece by Van Morrison

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/10/17

Veedon Fleece stands as a deeply enigmatic and poetic masterpiece, arguably Van Morrison’s most profound work. While his earlier albums like Astral Weeks and Moondance are frequently hailed as his greatest achievements, Veedon Fleece offers something more intimate and mystically resonant.Featured songs:Fair PlayLinden Arden Stole The HighlightsStreets of ArklowYou Don’t Pull No Punches, But You Don’t Push the RiverBulbsCountry Fairwww.stevienix.com

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37:33

Blonde On Blonde by Bob Dylan

Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix ·

2024/10/14

Released in 1966, this double album marked a turning point in Dylan’s career, blending folk, rock and blues into a thin, wild mercury sound that was uniquely his own. Blonde on Blonde is rich in lyrical complexity and surreal imagery as Dylan pushed the boundaries of songwriting and captured the chaotic spirit of the era.Featured songs: Visions Of JohannaStuck Inside Of Mobile With The Memphis Blues AgainI Want YouJust Like A Woman4th Time AroundSad Eyed Lady Of The Lowlands

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