1994
in MusicAlbums
24
Artists
21
Milestones
28
Notable Releases
Il mare calmo della sera
Andrea BocelliBocelli's debut album released after winning the newcomers' section at the 1994 Sanremo Music Festival, which entered the Italian Top Ten and was certified platinum within weeks.
The Icon Is Love
Barry WhiteAlbum reaching No. 1 on Billboard R&B charts with Grammy nomination
Voodoo Lounge
Mick JaggerRolling Stones album that went double platinum in US and won Grammy Award for Best Rock Album at 1995 Grammy Awards.
Age Ain't Nothing but a Number
AaliyahDebut album produced by R. Kelly; sold over 3 million copies in the US and peaked at number 18 on Billboard 200. Established her signature breathy vocal style.
Back & Forth
AaliyahDebut single from Age Ain't Nothing but a Number; peaked at number 5 on Hot 100 and topped Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs for three weeks.
Endless Love
Luther VandrossDuet with Mariah Carey, cover of Lionel Richie and Diana Ross's original, charted in top ten.
My Life
Mary J BligeSecond album recorded during personal struggles, featuring raw storytelling and emotional vulnerability that ranked among Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums
Prayer for the Dying
SealMajor hit single from his second album, showcasing his emotional vocal delivery
Seal II
SealSecond studio album that further established his reputation and commercial success
Can You Feel the Love Tonight
Elton JohnFrom The Lion King soundtrack; won Academy Award for Best Original Song and Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance
Usher
UsherUsher's debut studio album that launched his career as an R&B recording artist. This album established him as a rising star in the music industry.
Significant Milestones
Discovered by Manager Jeff Robinson
AchievementAt age 13, Keys was discovered by manager Jeff Robinson at a performance at the Police Athletic League center in Harlem
Won Sanremo Music Festival Newcomers Section
AchievementBocelli won with 'Il mare calmo della sera' with a record score in the newcomers' section, launching his international career at age 36.
Career Launch
DebutBadu opened for D'Angelo in Fort Worth, leading to discovery by Kedar Massenburg and her first record deal with Universal Records.
Grammy Award Win
Grammy WinWon Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for 'I Don't Want to Change the World' from Live & Loud album
