Bands Across America: Indiana

Michael Jackson – Bad (1987) & Guns N’ Roses – Appetite for Destruction (1987)

Our summer musical road trip hits Indiana, the Hoosier State, home to pop royalty and hard rock legends. This week, we spotlight two iconic albums from Indiana natives who changed the sound and shape of popular music: Michael Jackson and Guns N’ Roses. We dive into the creative ambition, cultural impact, and lasting legacy of these genre-defining records.

What’s Inside

- Michael Jackson’s Pop Mastery:

Explore the sharp-edged, hit-packed Bad, the follow-up to Thriller, featuring iconic singles, slick production, and MJ’s relentless drive for reinvention. We break down the album’s attitude, standout tracks, and the w ...