Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men domination, a rap masterpiece, Madonna's commercial comeback, and the rise of TLC.

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Here’s a shocking fact: I’ve been writing about Minnesota music for 27 years. Now here’s a not-especially-shocking opinion: This list of my favorite 25 albums by Minnesota artists is as solid as any ...

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The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra’s “Holiday Spectacular” is just that: a seasonal medley of classical pieces and more ...

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A moving collection of vocal works, including world premiere recordings of music by the eminent Hungarian composer Gyorgy ...

Here, find Vogue ’s pick of the 45 best albums of the year.

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