Mark C. Samples

The Creative Process

Discover practical insights on creativity, music, and entrepreneurship from writer and musicologist Mark Samples. These short, story-driven essays help artists and creators level up their careers with timeless lessons, smart frameworks, and real-world examples. Perfect for musicians, educators, and creative pros seeking growth.

The Worst Music of 2014

Now that all of the "best of" lists are out of our systems, what were the worst albums of 2014? I checked Metacritic.com to answer this question. There were five albums whose aggregate critics' score was under 50 points (out of a 100 point scale). There were no albums that scored below a 42. You can access all of Metacritic's info on these songs by going here or clicking on the links below.

III - Take That. Metacritic Score: 42

NOW + 4EVA - Architecture in Helsinki. Metacritic Score: 42

Growing Up in Public - Professor Green. Metacritic Score: 45

PartyNextDoor Two - PartyNextDoor. Metacritic Score: 46

Louder - Lea Michele. Metacritic Score: 48

When I went to put a Spotify playlist together for these songs, I found that only three were carried there. Coincidence? Here is the partial list:

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