Andrew Clark

Articles by Andrew Clark

In Depth

Introducing synths and new-wave stylings into their sound, ‘El Loco’ found ZZ Top on the cusp of a major reinvention.

List & Guides

Whether using their iconic winged logo or imaginative illustrations, the best Van Halen album covers define classic rock music.

In Depth

Written amid personal tensions and professional frustrations, ‘Fair Warning’ saw Van Halen deliver their ‘hardest, most muscular album’.

In Depth

Establishing ZZ Top’s live credentials while giving them their true-grit hit, the ‘Fandango!’ album took the Lone Star heroes to the world.

In Depth

A mix of rock’n’roll glory days and contemporary R&B, Rod Stewart’s ‘Human’ album built a bridge to his next chapter.

In Depth

Inspired by the breakdown of his first marriage, Phil Collins’ debut album, ‘Face Value’, remains a painfully honest, cathartic experience.

In Depth

Capturing the power of their live shows, Van Halen’s debut album turned a bunch of Pasadena punks into hair-metal pioneers.

List & Guides

Making writing hits look easy, the best Bread songs are soft rock staples that capture the 70s and continue to have widespread appeal.

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