Week of November 9, 2026
Rock and Roll Over turns 50, and four more this week
Records hitting a milestone this week, and where to start with each.
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50 years
Rock and Roll Over
Kiss · 1976
A vibrant blend of hard rock anthems and catchy hooks defined by exuberant guitar riffs and theatrical vocals.
'Rock and Roll Over' debuted at number 11 on the Billboard 200 chart, affirming Kiss's status as a leading rock band in the mid-1970s.
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40 years
The Whole Story
Kate Bush · 1986
Kate Bush’s theatrical voice moves through piano balladry and storming electronic art pop, turning intimate stories into miniature dramas.
The compilation reached number one on the UK albums chart, bringing together nearly a decade of singles at a commercial high point in Bush’s career.
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30 years
Evita – The Complete Motion Picture Music Soundtrack
Madonna · 1996
A sweeping orchestral score infused with pop sensibilities, capturing the grandeur and tragedy of Eva Perón's life.
The soundtrack peaked at number one on the Billboard 200 and received critical acclaim for its ambitious blend of pop and theatrical elements.
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25 years
Laundry Service
Shakira · 2001
Shakira’s elastic voice moves between rock guitar and dance rhythms, with Andean pipes and Middle Eastern touches adding color to her pop crossover.
Laundry Service reached No. 3 on the Billboard 200, while its lead single, Whenever, Wherever, became Shakira’s first US top-10 hit.
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20 years
The Singles: 1996–2006
Staind · 2006
Raw, emotionally charged melodies blend with heavy guitar riffs, showcasing the band's signature post-grunge sound.
This album encapsulates Staind's commercial success, featuring chart-topping hits that influenced the early 2000s rock landscape.
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