Polyphonic Press is the show for music fans. Anywhere from the casual listener to the nerdiest of audiophiles. Each week, we review a classic album from a curated list of over one thousand releases, spanning multiples genres. At the top of each show, we have no idea what album we’re going to listen to. So we fire up the Random Album Generator and it gives the album of the week. Join us every Tuesday morning for a new classic album to discover!
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Beastie Boys – Paul’s Boutique | #72
Paul's Boutique by Beastie Boys, released in 1989, is a groundbreaking album that defied expectations with its dense, sample-heavy production. Moving away from the party-anthem style of their debut Licensed to Ill, the trio teamed up with production duo the…
Frankie Goes to Hollywood – Welcome to the Pleasuredome (1984)
Welcome to the Pleasuredome by Frankie Goes to Hollywood, released in 1984, is an ambitious and theatrical debut album that blends new wave, synth-pop, and dance music with a bold, provocative aesthetic. Spanning over an hour, the double album features…
Television – Marquee Moon (1977)
Brian Eno – Another Green World (1975)
Another Green World by Brian Eno, released in 1975, is a groundbreaking album that blends ambient soundscapes with more traditional song structures, marking a pivotal moment in Eno’s transition from rock music to the ambient genre he would later help…
Donovan – Sunshine Superman (1966)
Sunshine Superman, released in 1966 by Scottish singer-songwriter Donovan, is often regarded as a pioneering album in the psychedelic rock genre. Blending folk, jazz, pop, and Eastern influences, the album showcases Donovan's signature dreamy vocals and poetic lyricism. The title…
Carole King – Tapestry (1971)
Tapestry by Carole King, released in 1971, is a landmark singer-songwriter album that captures the essence of 1970s folk-pop. Known for its deeply personal lyrics and soulful melodies, the album blends introspection with universal themes of love, loss, and resilience.…