Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix
Not all albums stand the test of time, but plenty do and Australian music critic Stevie Nix will bring one to you each week. He'll cover all eras and most genres and tell you why each record is so revered and, equally, why it deserves to be. And he only uses six songs to do it.
Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix
Graceland by Paul Simon
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Graceland introduced global sounds to mainstream Western audiences in a way that felt organic rather than exploitative. The conversations about cultural appropriation, artistic responsibility, and the relationship between art and politics continue to resonate. Simon's approach — collaborative rather than extractive, respectful of his influences while transforming them into something new — has become a model for thoughtful cross-cultural artistic endeavours. Yet the complex questions raised by the album's creation remain relevant in a world still grappling with power imbalances and cultural exchange.
Featured songs:
The Boy In The Bubble
I Know What I Know
Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes
You Can Call Me Al
Homeless
Graceland