Released 10 years ago this week, Julian Lennon’s ‘Everything Changes’ emerged as the most assured release yet from an underrated pop melodist.

For those who bought a copy 30 years ago this month, and there weren’t many, Talk Talk’s ‘Laughing Stock’ led the way into an as-yet-unformed genre. You’re welcome, Radiohead.

The Jason Scheff co-written “Caroline” seems to be making the same old mistakes, until a key figure from Chicago’s modern era arrives to save the day.

“King of Might Have Been” really wants to go somewhere, and Chicago once again tries with painful obviousness to get it there.

Working with Rascal Flatts certainly wasn’t conventional. But at this point Chicago’s sails had been slack for more than a decade. They had nothing to lose.

The modern-era version of Yes has once again shown that they can do something pretty. Next time, guys, let’s dare to rock.

Paul Butterfield Blues Band’s ‘East-West’ was released 55 years ago this month, opening doors not just for the blues but all of rock.

Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, Steve Winwood and members of the Rolling Stones took part in ‘London Howlin’ Wolf Sessions,’ released 50 years ago this month.

Even if you haven’t heard of Sonic Beat Records, you’ve heard Sonic Beat Records.

Released 10 years ago today, the textured ‘Le Noise’ landed somewhere between Neil Young’s acoustic work and his more muscular full-band rock music.