Being quite a different generation and not an American either, I am actually surprised I know almost each of the artists referenced.
3 out of 6 i would definitely listen to.
How many young people have actually seen a real record album cover?
Those things were like the advertising poster and marketing image for each LP record released, so recognizable and iconic design was very important.
Also, “Public Enemy No. 1” seems to be a weird off-brand version of then-popular rap group Public Enemy. Probably used to dodge copyright problems.
How many young people have actually seen a real record album cover?
Gen Z is the driving force behind the vinyl revival according to the Vinyl Alliance.
I’m thinking it’s more likely he just got it wrong :D
I just saw Apocalyptica last night. That’s Metallica on three Cellos… close enough?
When life imitates art: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lulu_(Lou_Reed_and_Metallica_album)
Or how about Linda Ronstadt after her Nelson Riddle era?
The Metallica album would be a better version of S&M, and S&M was pretty awesome.