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Stars Share Secret Albums: Beyond the Algorithm
30 Sep
Summary
- 80 musicians contributed essays to a new book.
- The book focuses on overlooked albums, not mainstream hits.
- Contributors include Eilish, Parton, Badu, and Sweatshirt.
A compelling new book, 'On the Records: 80 Musicians on Beloved and Overlooked Albums,' features contributions from 80 diverse musicians. Artists like Billie Eilish, Erykah Badu, Dolly Parton, and Earl Sweatshirt have penned essays, each highlighting a personally significant album that may not be widely recognized.
This collection deliberately steers clear of the mainstream canon, instead exploring albums that are long out of print, self-released, or represent underappreciated chapters in artists' careers. The book offers a unique glimpse into the private influences that have shaped these musicians' work.
Contributors span multiple genres and generations, from Brian Eno and Sonny Rollins to contemporary artists like Eilish and Finneas O'Connell. Each essay shares the stories behind their chosen records, providing intimate connections between the artists and their musical foundations.
