1. Backstreet Boys became the world's biggest act in music with Millenium.

2. 'N Sync collaborates with Gloria Estefan with "Music of the Heart."

3. 98 Degress releases their only good album, 98 Degrees And Rising.

4. Eminem, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson and Christina Aguilera make their debuts, in which the latter would release her only amazing album.

5. Nu Metal becomes the go-to metal genre. Limp Bizkit releases their classic album Significant Other while Korn releases the follow up of their 1998 classic with Issues.

6. Ricky Martin releases "Living La Vida Loca."

7. Santana releases Supernatural, an essential album featuring various big-name artists, reviving the blues genre for a brief time.

8. Cher, Celine Dion and Lauryn Hill continue to dominate the charts.

9. Country artists like Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw and Dixie Chicks continue to dominate the charts.

10. Juvenile at the top of his game with 400 Degreez, which featured the debut of Lil Wayne, and would continue his success with Tha G Code later that year.

11. Creed and Kid Rock break through with "Higher" and "Bawitdaba" respectively.

12. Smash Mouth releases their iconic single "All-Star."

13. Sugar Ray breaks the "one-hit wonder" mold with "Every Morning," the first single off their biggest-selling album 14:59.

14. Red Hot Chili Peppers come back strong with Californication, which saw the return of guitarist John Frusciante.

15. Neo-Swing continues its mainstream popularity, and Lou Bega releases the popular "Mambo No. 5."

16. Destiny's Child releases their breakthrough album The Writing's On the Wall, and their huge success made Beyonce a household name.

17. TLC releases their farewell album Fanmail (sadly, Left Eye would die three years later).

18. No Green Day album was released in 1999.

Prince was right all along, 1999 turned out to be a great year for music, as it was the only year to have every single genre in the mainstream (even Punk). It was also the most influential year for music since 1992. Some of the aforementioned artists are still relevant to this day, as proven by their success

2Point5D said:

it was the only year to have every single genre in the mainstream (even Punk).

Where's the blues, opera, zydeco, Hawaiian, jazz, rockabilly, southern soul, Bollywood, bluegrass, folk, easy listening, death metal, ranchera, mariachi, stoner rock, polka, etc?

2Point5D said:

1. Backstreet Boys became the world's biggest act in music with Millenium.

2. 'N Sync collaborates with Gloria Estefan with "Music of the Heart."

3. 98 Degress releases their only good album, 98 Degrees And Rising.

4. Eminem, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson and Christina Aguilera make their debuts, in which the latter would release her only amazing album.

5. Nu Metal becomes the go-to metal genre. Limp Bizkit releases their classic album Significant Other while Korn releases the follow up of their 1998 classic with Issues.

6. Ricky Martin releases "Living La Vida Loca."

7. Santana releases Supernatural, an essential album featuring various big-name artists, reviving the blues genre for a brief time.

8. Cher, Celine Dion and Lauryn Hill continue to dominate the charts.

9. Country artists like Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw and Dixie Chicks continue to dominate the charts.

10. Juvenile at the top of his game with 400 Degreez, which featured the debut of Lil Wayne, and would continue his success with Tha G Code later that year.

11. Creed and Kid Rock break through with "Higher" and "Bawitdaba" respectively.

12. Smash Mouth releases their iconic single "All-Star."

13. Sugar Ray breaks the "one-hit wonder" mold with "Every Morning," the first single off their biggest-selling album 14:59.

14. Red Hot Chili Peppers come back strong with Californication, which saw the return of guitarist John Frusciante.

15. Neo-Swing continues its mainstream popularity, and Lou Bega releases the popular "Mambo No. 5."

16. Destiny's Child releases their breakthrough album The Writing's On the Wall, and their huge success made Beyonce a household name.

17. TLC releases their farewell album Fanmail (sadly, Left Eye would die three years later).

18. No Green Day album was released in 1999.

Prince was right all along, 1999 turned out to be a great year for music, as it was the only year to have every single genre in the mainstream (even Punk). It was also the most influential year for music since 1992. Some of the aforementioned artists are still relevant to this day, as proven by their success

Surely these are all reasons 1999 sucked arse?

And I'm guessing this is all from an American slant, 'cos you missed out the huge explosion in house/trance dance music in Europe during the year...ATB, Chicane, System F, Mauro Picotto, etc

Well, obviously, the true musical highlight of 1999 was Prince's release of 1999 -The New Master .

MickyDolenz said:

2Point5D said:

it was the only year to have every single genre in the mainstream (even Punk).

Where's the blues, opera, zydeco, Hawaiian, jazz, rockabilly, southern soul, Bollywood, bluegrass, folk, easy listening, death metal, ranchera, mariachi, stoner rock, polka, etc?

Picky, picky, picky!!!

Miles said:

Well, obviously, the true musical highlight of 1999 was Prince's release of 1999 -The New Master .

Miles said:

Well, obviously, the true musical highlight of 1999 was Prince's release of 1999 -The New Master .

By the "evidence" presented, I'm guessing the author of this thread is around 16 years old.

And gay. (Cher, Celine Dion and Ricky Martin? Really?)

Actually, I think it was a fairly good year. but of all the above I can only agree with Santana, Eminem and Red Hot Chili Peppers

EddieC said:

MickyDolenz said:

Where's the blues, opera, zydeco, Hawaiian, jazz, rockabilly, southern soul, Bollywood, bluegrass, folk, easy listening, death metal, ranchera, mariachi, stoner rock, polka, etc?

Picky, picky, picky!!!

If every genre was mainstream popular, well then I wanna know what the polka hits were. Did Don Ho have any hits in 1999? Did the Top 40 pop stations play any gospel or barbershop quartets?

This is a joke thread, right?

Right?

MickyDolenz said:

EddieC said:

Picky, picky, picky!!!

If every genre was mainstream popular, well then I wanna know what the polka hits were. Did Don Ho have any hits in 1999? Did the Top 40 pop stations play any gospel or barbershop quartets?

Well of course they played barbershop!! That's why that Ice Cube movie went into production--he wanted some of that! Obviously, it took a different direction before it got to theaters, but it was originally about Cube trying to get together a quartet. Hijinks would ensue when they mistakenly entered the Sweet Adelines International competition, and had to perform in drag.

On a serious note, I appreciate the way you help to broaden the musical landscape around here. I rarely make comments on your threads (because my limited familiarity with many genres), but I like getting the little tastes that you provide of what's out there.

2Point5D said:

1. Backstreet Boys became the world's biggest act in music with Millenium.

2. 'N Sync collaborates with Gloria Estefan with "Music of the Heart."

3. 98 Degress releases their only good album, 98 Degrees And Rising.

4. Eminem, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson and Christina Aguilera make their debuts, in which the latter would release her only amazing album.

5. Nu Metal becomes the go-to metal genre. Limp Bizkit releases their classic album Significant Other while Korn releases the follow up of their 1998 classic with Issues.

6. Ricky Martin releases "Living La Vida Loca."

7. Santana releases Supernatural, an essential album featuring various big-name artists, reviving the blues genre for a brief time.

8. Cher, Celine Dion and Lauryn Hill continue to dominate the charts.

9. Country artists like Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw and Dixie Chicks continue to dominate the charts.

10. Juvenile at the top of his game with 400 Degreez, which featured the debut of Lil Wayne, and would continue his success with Tha G Code later that year.

11. Creed and Kid Rock break through with "Higher" and "Bawitdaba" respectively.

12. Smash Mouth releases their iconic single "All-Star."

13. Sugar Ray breaks the "one-hit wonder" mold with "Every Morning," the first single off their biggest-selling album 14:59.

14. Red Hot Chili Peppers come back strong with Californication, which saw the return of guitarist John Frusciante.

15. Neo-Swing continues its mainstream popularity, and Lou Bega releases the popular "Mambo No. 5."

16. Destiny's Child releases their breakthrough album The Writing's On the Wall, and their huge success made Beyonce a household name.

17. TLC releases their farewell album Fanmail (sadly, Left Eye would die three years later).

18. No Green Day album was released in 1999.

Prince was right all along, 1999 turned out to be a great year for music, as it was the only year to have every single genre in the mainstream (even Punk). It was also the most influential year for music since 1992. Some of the aforementioned artists are still relevant to this day, as proven by their success

Backstreet Boys becoming number 1 is the number one reason why 1999 is best?

My word.

We shall have to agree to dsagree about every single thing on the planet.

2Point5D said:

1. Backstreet Boys became the world's biggest act in music with Millenium.

2. 'N Sync collaborates with Gloria Estefan with "Music of the Heart."

3. 98 Degress releases their only good album, 98 Degrees And Rising.

4. Eminem, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson and Christina Aguilera make their debuts, in which the latter would release her only amazing album.

5. Nu Metal becomes the go-to metal genre. Limp Bizkit releases their classic album Significant Other while Korn releases the follow up of their 1998 classic with Issues.

6. Ricky Martin releases "Living La Vida Loca."

7. Santana releases Supernatural, an essential album featuring various big-name artists, reviving the blues genre for a brief time.

8. Cher, Celine Dion and Lauryn Hill continue to dominate the charts.

9. Country artists like Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw and Dixie Chicks continue to dominate the charts.

10. Juvenile at the top of his game with 400 Degreez, which featured the debut of Lil Wayne, and would continue his success with Tha G Code later that year.

11. Creed and Kid Rock break through with "Higher" and "Bawitdaba" respectively.

12. Smash Mouth releases their iconic single "All-Star."

13. Sugar Ray breaks the "one-hit wonder" mold with "Every Morning," the first single off their biggest-selling album 14:59.

14. Red Hot Chili Peppers come back strong with Californication, which saw the return of guitarist John Frusciante.

15. Neo-Swing continues its mainstream popularity, and Lou Bega releases the popular "Mambo No. 5."

16. Destiny's Child releases their breakthrough album The Writing's On the Wall, and their huge success made Beyonce a household name.

17. TLC releases their farewell album Fanmail (sadly, Left Eye would die three years later).

18. No Green Day album was released in 1999.

Prince was right all along, 1999 turned out to be a great year for music, as it was the only year to have every single genre in the mainstream (even Punk). It was also the most influential year for music since 1992. Some of the aforementioned artists are still relevant to this day, as proven by their success

Most of these support the arguement as to why 1999 was the WORST year for music for that decade (especially #16).

2Point5D said:

1. Backstreet Boys became the world's biggest act in music with Millenium.

2. 'N Sync collaborates with Gloria Estefan with "Music of the Heart."

3. 98 Degress releases their only good album, 98 Degrees And Rising.

4. Eminem, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson and Christina Aguilera make their debuts, in which the latter would release her only amazing album.

5. Nu Metal becomes the go-to metal genre. Limp Bizkit releases their classic album Significant Other while Korn releases the follow up of their 1998 classic with Issues.

6. Ricky Martin releases "Living La Vida Loca."

7. Santana releases Supernatural, an essential album featuring various big-name artists, reviving the blues genre for a brief time.

8. Cher, Celine Dion and Lauryn Hill continue to dominate the charts.

9. Country artists like Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw and Dixie Chicks continue to dominate the charts.

10. Juvenile at the top of his game with 400 Degreez, which featured the debut of Lil Wayne, and would continue his success with Tha G Code later that year.

11. Creed and Kid Rock break through with "Higher" and "Bawitdaba" respectively.

12. Smash Mouth releases their iconic single "All-Star."

13. Sugar Ray breaks the "one-hit wonder" mold with "Every Morning," the first single off their biggest-selling album 14:59.

14. Red Hot Chili Peppers come back strong with Californication, which saw the return of guitarist John Frusciante.

15. Neo-Swing continues its mainstream popularity, and Lou Bega releases the popular "Mambo No. 5."

16. Destiny's Child releases their breakthrough album The Writing's On the Wall, and their huge success made Beyonce a household name.

17. TLC releases their farewell album Fanmail (sadly, Left Eye would die three years later).

18. No Green Day album was released in 1999.

Prince was right all along, 1999 turned out to be a great year for music, as it was the only year to have every single genre in the mainstream (even Punk). It was also the most influential year for music since 1992. Some of the aforementioned artists are still relevant to this day, as proven by their success

...

These are the precise reasons I thought the Apocalypse was just around the corner... ...just kidding...but then, I'm old, so....

...

...

Cher didn't continue to dominate the charts. She had Believe it 98 and that was it. Of course being 53 and being Cher in the first place that's understandable. Mambo #5 is amazing.

18. No Green Day album was released in 1999.

OK, you win!

DaveT said:

2Point5D said:

1. Backstreet Boys became the world's biggest act in music with Millenium.

2. 'N Sync collaborates with Gloria Estefan with "Music of the Heart."

3. 98 Degress releases their only good album, 98 Degrees And Rising.

4. Eminem, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson and Christina Aguilera make their debuts, in which the latter would release her only amazing album.

5. Nu Metal becomes the go-to metal genre. Limp Bizkit releases their classic album Significant Other while Korn releases the follow up of their 1998 classic with Issues.

6. Ricky Martin releases "Living La Vida Loca."

7. Santana releases Supernatural, an essential album featuring various big-name artists, reviving the blues genre for a brief time.

8. Cher, Celine Dion and Lauryn Hill continue to dominate the charts.

9. Country artists like Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw and Dixie Chicks continue to dominate the charts.

10. Juvenile at the top of his game with 400 Degreez, which featured the debut of Lil Wayne, and would continue his success with Tha G Code later that year.

11. Creed and Kid Rock break through with "Higher" and "Bawitdaba" respectively.

12. Smash Mouth releases their iconic single "All-Star."

13. Sugar Ray breaks the "one-hit wonder" mold with "Every Morning," the first single off their biggest-selling album 14:59.

14. Red Hot Chili Peppers come back strong with Californication, which saw the return of guitarist John Frusciante.

15. Neo-Swing continues its mainstream popularity, and Lou Bega releases the popular "Mambo No. 5."

16. Destiny's Child releases their breakthrough album The Writing's On the Wall, and their huge success made Beyonce a household name.

17. TLC releases their farewell album Fanmail (sadly, Left Eye would die three years later).

18. No Green Day album was released in 1999.

Prince was right all along, 1999 turned out to be a great year for music, as it was the only year to have every single genre in the mainstream (even Punk). It was also the most influential year for music since 1992. Some of the aforementioned artists are still relevant to this day, as proven by their success

Surely these are all reasons 1999 sucked arse?

And I'm guessing this is all from an American slant, 'cos you missed out the huge explosion in house/trance dance music in Europe during the year...ATB, Chicane, System F, Mauro Picotto, etc

Oh god YES!!

IMO is 1999 not the greatest for music. not sure which year was actually tbh..

it wasn't a bad year per se. The OP actually used terrible examples to make a feasible point.

There were several great albums released in 1999 that I still enjoy today :

Me'Shell Ndegeocello -- Bitter

Mos Def -- Black On Both Sides

Beck -- Midnite Vultures

Jamiroquai -- Synkronized

Mary J. Blige -- Mary

Fleming & John -- The Way We Are

The Roots -- Things Fall Apart

Q-Tip -- Amplified

[Edited 8/1/13 12:05pm]

It wasn't, 1985 was the greatest year for music!

oookay...

it's pretty obvious that this forum has been abducted by...by...nevermind

no wonder why Timmy left

paligap said:

2Point5D said:

1. Backstreet Boys became the world's biggest act in music with Millenium.

2. 'N Sync collaborates with Gloria Estefan with "Music of the Heart."

3. 98 Degress releases their only good album, 98 Degrees And Rising.

4. Eminem, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson and Christina Aguilera make their debuts, in which the latter would release her only amazing album.

5. Nu Metal becomes the go-to metal genre. Limp Bizkit releases their classic album Significant Other while Korn releases the follow up of their 1998 classic with Issues.

6. Ricky Martin releases "Living La Vida Loca."

7. Santana releases Supernatural, an essential album featuring various big-name artists, reviving the blues genre for a brief time.

8. Cher, Celine Dion and Lauryn Hill continue to dominate the charts.

9. Country artists like Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw and Dixie Chicks continue to dominate the charts.

10. Juvenile at the top of his game with 400 Degreez, which featured the debut of Lil Wayne, and would continue his success with Tha G Code later that year.

11. Creed and Kid Rock break through with "Higher" and "Bawitdaba" respectively.

12. Smash Mouth releases their iconic single "All-Star."

13. Sugar Ray breaks the "one-hit wonder" mold with "Every Morning," the first single off their biggest-selling album 14:59.

14. Red Hot Chili Peppers come back strong with Californication, which saw the return of guitarist John Frusciante.

15. Neo-Swing continues its mainstream popularity, and Lou Bega releases the popular "Mambo No. 5."

16. Destiny's Child releases their breakthrough album The Writing's On the Wall, and their huge success made Beyonce a household name.

17. TLC releases their farewell album Fanmail (sadly, Left Eye would die three years later).

18. No Green Day album was released in 1999.

Prince was right all along, 1999 turned out to be a great year for music, as it was the only year to have every single genre in the mainstream (even Punk). It was also the most influential year for music since 1992. Some of the aforementioned artists are still relevant to this day, as proven by their success

...

These are the precise reasons I thought the Apocalypse was just around the corner... ...just kidding...but then, I'm old, so....

...

...

Well said and true!

I remember 1999 as the year that Santana made a huge comeback with Supernatural

Lauryn Hill was also riding high.

but the best thing about this year,for me, was becoming a huge fan of Jamiroquai.I was in a record store and I heard this amazing music being played....it was very retro-sounding,disco-inspired and very funky! I asked the clerk who it was and she handed me the Synkronized CD,which had just been released.I've been a diehard fan ever since

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[Edited 8/4/13 6:41am]

novabrkr said:

This is a joke thread, right?

Right?

You took the words out of my mouth. The OP must be joking. And it's obviously an American joke: does he/she mention any European artists? I don't think so.

Sadly, 1999 was quite a sad year for music, since the most exciting movements of the decade (which were European: Britpop and trip hop) were dead by that year.

Javi said:

And it's obviously an American joke: does he/she mention any European artists? I don't think so.

Sadly, 1999 was quite a sad year for music, since the most exciting movements of the decade (which were European: Britpop and trip hop) were dead by that year.

The USA and UK are not the world. There's Africa, Mexico, Brazil, China, Japan, Cuba, Spain, Canada, India, Russia, and many other places in the world that has music.

MickyDolenz said:

Javi said:

And it's obviously an American joke: does he/she mention any European artists? I don't think so.

Sadly, 1999 was quite a sad year for music, since the most exciting movements of the decade (which were European: Britpop and trip hop) were dead by that year.

The USA and UK are not the world. There's Africa, Mexico, Brazil, China, Japan, Cuba, Spain, Canada, India, Russia, and many other places in the world that has music.

Of course, you're totally right. I just see a trend to only consider US artists, and I try to contribute to the debate with European music, which I know well. There's certainly very interesting music in all the places you mention, but I only have a superficial knowledge of it.