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Nirvana's major label debut ushered in a huge change in music, bringing on the grunge movement of the '90s. Nevermind combines punk energy with emotional lyrics. The album also includes the hits Smells Like Teen Spirit and Come As You Are. "5 out of 5...tormented, scalding, brilliantly crafted songs."--Blender. "10 out of 10...a ragged, joyful, charismatic band that makes those inert, angst-ridden followers sound like they come from another aesthetic...

"When he decides to tag along with his brother Rodrick's band, Löded Diper, Greg doesn't realize what he's getting into. But he soon learns that late nights, unpaid gigs, fighting between band members, and money troubles are all part of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle. Can Greg help Löded Diper become the legends they think they are? Or will too much time with Rodrick's band be a Diper Överlöde?"--Back cover.

Nearly flawless, this album is soulful and exhilarating. Moving from the energizing rock of Politik to the hushed tones of Green Eyes, Coldplay never once breaks its mesmerizing spell.

Needtobreathe follows up their acclaimed 2009 album The Outsiders with a confident and fresh-sounding collection of songs that are epic and arena ready. The band has spent much of 2011 on the road as the opening act for Taylor Swift's Speak Now tour.

Global icon and recent Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Dolly Parton, has joined forces with some of rock music's most legendary artists along with today's biggest stars for her first-ever rock album. The ever-evolving Parton teamed up with an all-star roster of musicians for the 30-song collection which includes nine original tracks and 21 covers of iconic rock anthems.