Talking about the best visual albums worth checking out
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Today we decided to remember best visual albums of all time! What are they like? What is their superiority? To begin with, visual albums portray artists' musical output in an extraordinary light. Every song on the record is accompanied by a themed video - and these aren't just music videos. They are entire films that contain a wide range of narratives, cinematography, costumes and sets to bring the music of the album itself to life. Pink Floyd's "The Wall," Beyoncé's "Lemonade," the Beatles' "A Hard Day's Night." - Perhaps the list below includes your favourite album? We suggest finding out!
"A Hard Day's Night" - The Beatles
Third studio album "The Beatles." was the first ever cinematic compilation of studio music. LP! Award-nominated film "Oscar."was filmed at the height of Beatlemania and artistically documents their one-and-a-half day preparation for a televised performance on the streets of London in a comedic manner.
Recognised "A Hard Day's Night." has inspired generations of musical films and remains a groundbreaking catalyst for today's visual albums.
"Lemonade." - Beyoncé
This award-nominated musical project "Emmys."is an extraordinary look at the singer's emotional experiences during Beyoncé's marriage to JAY-Z and her frustration with American society's treatment of black women.
As the lead director, producer and star of the film, Beyoncé takes the reigns of the entire creative process, carefully integrating all aspects of black American women's culture through profound cinematography and dance.
"The Wall." - Pink Floyd
Musical and psychological drama related to the legendary studio album of the same name "Pink Floyd.", shines a light on vocalist and bassist Roger Waters' physical and emotional wall following the death of his father.
In the film, the lead singer "The Boomtown Rats" by Bob Geldof. plays Pink, a depressed rock star who talks about Waters' life experiences with substance abuse and loneliness.
"Moonwalker." - Michael Jackson
Named after a signature dance technique Michael Jackson ("Moonwalk")., the late 80's anthology musical Moonwalker conveys his take on fandom in a satirical fantasy manner. The multi-platinum project is a compilation of longer music videos and short films.
Upon release, "Moonwalker" remained at #1 on the Billboard chart for 22 weeks.
"Purple Rain." - Prince
As he himself once said Prince about the meaning of his texts:
"When the sky is blood red and blue = purple... Purple rain refers to the end of the world and being with the one you love and letting your faith/God guide you through this purple rain..."
Based in part on the life of pop's late high priest, Purple Rain is a high-energy rock opera that incorporates an era-defining track list into a beautiful story about love and music. The Oscar-winning film was directed by the singer's manager Albert Magnoli. Starring. Apollonia Cotero, Morris Day and Clarence Williams III..
"Black Is King." - Beyoncé
Although Beyoncé set the bar extremely high with her 2016 visual album "Lemonade," her triumphant "Black Is King" in 2020 raised that level, eventually becoming a cultural phenomenon. The singer's stunning project is inspired by the adventure film "The Lion King."which was released the year before, and reflects a similar plot about a lost young king regaining his throne in a journey of self-discovery.
The musical film showcases the richness of the African diaspora and the continent's diverse customs through elaborate costumes, hairstyles and dances.
"Dirty Computer." - Janelle Monet
Combining futuristic imagery with timely political commentary, the visual album Janelle Monet is the epitome of a pop-funk anthem!
"Tommy." - The Who
The band's legendary visual album "The Who" It is impossible, and unforgivable to leave out in today's list. The story of the album was composed by the band's guitarist Pete Townsend: it tells the story of the life journey of a deaf-blind boy named Tommy.
Tommy lost his father to World War II before he was even born. He grew up in a traumatic environment with a mean stepfather and a weak mother. As a result, he lost all of his senses along with his sanity.
