Having reviewed records from the years 1980 and 1990 from within my short life, it would appear that the year 2000 is next. I can’t believe it crept up a mere 25 years ago! It’s amazing I can remember anything that far back, but here goes anyway!

The Corrs – In Blue

Not as huge as the titanic sophomore release ‘Talk On Corners’, In Blue was nonetheless a hugely satisfying record. Producer Mutt Lange leant his not insignificant weight to ensure a wonderful consistency so mega hits like ‘Breathless’ had as much freshness as the plentiful deeper cuts.

Motörhead – We Are Motörhead

In my mind, this album marked the beginning of a 15 year classic stretch. Motörhead Mark 3, so to speak. Not just a solid line up that remained until the end in 2015, but a sonic celebration where they found their strengths and played to them. A band that often stuck to their guns, whilst simultaneously sounding like nobody else.

Jurassic 5 – Quality Control

The 90’s were an unparalleled decade in the history of Hip-Hop. J5 never tried too hard to place themselves in the present anyway. Maybe that’s why this record sounds like it could have been made in any year of Rap’s past. Cut Chemist and DJ Nu-Mark help this album sound fun and the vastly underrated Chali 2na brings commentary with depth and just makes me smile.

Steely Dan – Two Against Nature

Even if this had been a dud, the Dan had nothing to prove. Instead they came out of the gates with an album choc full of greatness. I remember almost wearing out my copy, which not only reminded the world that middle aged muso’s could be cool, but also significant enough to win 3 Grammy’s including best album, much to Eminem’s frustration.