From NWOBHM to thrash pioneers and the bands that continue to define what metal can be, here are the best metal debut albums of all time. Even before breaking out of their homeland, German ...

Ahead of the 23rd season of "American Idol," it's time to look back on previous winners and see how many actually became American idols.

Some American Idol winners became superstars, while others faded from the spotlight. Here's what happened to those who stepped away from mainstream fame.

In 2003, Ruben Studdard became the second "American Idol." Following Kelly Clarkson would've been a tough act for anyone, but Studdard held his own. His 2003 debut album, "Soulful," reached the ...

An ‘off-the-cuff’ recording that still packs a punch, the debut Rush album set the Canadian three-piece on one of rock’s most long-lasting careers. Released on March 1, 1974, the debut Rush ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts.

Debut albums are perhaps the most important project in an artist's career. They are usually described as the longest and often hardest album to make because of the role they play in an artist's ...

Aiken continued to exceed expectations and had a strong voting record throughout the show, but Ruben Studdard eked out ... and in 2007 released his debut album "A.D.D. (Audio Day Dream)," which ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts.

Such was the case today when Stereogum contributor Nina Corcoran shouted out Artistes Anciens, the debut album from Winnipeg rock band Polyglots. Released last Friday, the record does have some of ...