15 greatest double albums

Double albums have always attracted so many. There's more music. Double albums have been big statements. Some would call them concept albums. Often, double albums, present a band's best achievements.

Electric Ladyland Cover

Double albums are (were) popular and Jonny Hughes of goliath.com put together a list of fifteen. Look this over. You may or may not agree on the order, but the list is remarkable. This is a good reference. Use this to explore and add to your own playlists.

Here's the link: The 15 Greatest Double Albums in Rock History

the 50 best selling albums in america

You might think albums are a thing of the past. Well, I suppose they are. I don't particularly like writing that but we have to face the facts. Vinyl has gained some resurgence, which may spark your curiosity as to which albums have sold well in the United States. 

This list, so far, has tested the time spectrum and is worth noting. I was particularly impressed by the variety of genres. Songs contained in them were hits that made the artist's popularity mainstream. Several of these artists are still popular.

Led Zeppelin

This list is a good reference. Use it to add songs to your personal playlists.

Phil Collins

Here's the link to the post from Newsweek: Top 50 Selling Albums in the U.S.

Matchbox 20

10 best americana albums of all time

This is quite a list.

You may or may not agree, but it's a good place to start. udiscovermusic.com has put together their list of what they think are the ten best. I like it. Do I totally agree? Well, I'm not sure. 

Look these over and see if you agree or not. 

10. Creedence Clearwater Revival: Willy And The Poor Boys (1969)

 9.  The Flying Burrito Brothers: The Gilded Palace Of Sin (1969)

 8.  Doug Sahm: Hell Of A Spell (1980)

 7. The Neville Brothers: Yellow Moon (1989)

 6. Drive-By Truckers: Alabama Ass Whuppin’ (1989)

 5. The Long Ryders: State Of Our Union (1985)

 4. Los Lobos: Kiko (1992)

 3. John Hiatt: Bring The Family (1987)

 2. Lucinda Williams: Car Wheels On A Gravel Road (1998)

 1. Steve Earle: Copperhead Road (1988)

Here's link to the story, which includes the complete soundtracks of the albums:

The 10 Best Americana Albums of All Time

Enjoy!

 

simple minds new tour

On April 23rd Simple Minds announced a new North American tour. This tour will be their most extensive since 1985.

Charlie Burchill

Simple Minds is celebrating their 40th anniversary. 

The band scored a string of hit singles, becoming best known internationally for their 1985 hit "Don't You (Forget About Me)" (UK #7, US #1, CAN #1), from the soundtrack of the film "The Breakfast Club". 

Simple Minds on Wikipedia 

Tour Dates

what to write about

Oh yes..... the search on what to write about. This can be a challenge. But, should it be? I say, "no."

So, you're probably wondering what I know on this topic. Well, my advice is start writing. Start writing on subjects in your niche. You might search for trending topics. 

Don't waste time on generic content. Pinpoint to inspire and educate.