Best Debut

Erykah Badu's 1997 debut 'Baduizm' arrived like a breath of fresh air, introducing the world to a unique blend of jazz, soul, and hip-hop sensibilities. With her distinctive, smoky voice and bohemian...

The film that launched the careers of both Wes Anderson and Jason Schwartzman, 'Rushmore' is a sharp, funny, and surprisingly poignant look at an eccentric high school student. Max Fischer's obsession...

Guillermo del Toros feature debut is a unique, atmospheric take on the vampire genre. It follows an antique dealer who discovers a mysterious device that grants eternal life but at a terrible cost. Th...

Facelift is the debut album that introduced the world to Alice in Chains' unique blend of heavy metal and grunge. It is a raw, powerful record that showcases the band's early potential and their signa...

D'Angelo's 1995 debut 'Brown Sugar' is often credited with helping to launch the neo-soul movement. With its blend of classic soul, funk, and hip-hop, the album introduced the world to a young artist...

Alicia Keys' 2001 debut 'Songs in A Minor' was a breath of fresh air, introducing the world to a classically trained pianist with a soulful voice and a unique perspective. The album's blend of classic...

Bleach is the raw, sludge-heavy debut album from Nirvana. It is a far cry from the polished sound of Nevermind, showcasing the band's roots in the Seattle underground scene. The album is packed with h...

Before she became a global pop star, Rosalía released 'Los Ángeles,' a raw, stripped-back flamenco album that showcases her incredible vocal talent. It is a deeply traditional record, focusing on the...

Jeong Su-ra's debut album, 'Eodumui Gipeun,' introduced a powerful and emotive vocal style to the Korean music scene. The album's title track became a hit, showcasing Jeong Su-ra's vocal range and emo...

Wes Anderson's feature film debut is a charming, low-budget crime comedy about a group of friends who attempt to pull off a series of amateurish heists. It is much grittier and more grounded than his...

August 32nd on Earth is Villeneuve's feature film debut. It tells the story of a model who, after a near-fatal car accident, decides she wants to have a child with her best friend. The film is a chara...

The Duellists is Ridley Scotts directorial debut, and it remains a visually stunning and highly disciplined piece of filmmaking. Set during the Napoleonic Wars, the story follows two officers who enga...