Unboxing No Doubt - Tragic Kingdom

Tragic Kingdom is the 3rd studio album by No Doubt released in 1995. -Named as a dark nod to Disneyland, which the band could see and hear from their recording spaces in Anaheim. -The album balances upbeat ska-pop energy with themes of profound personal turmoil. -During the recording process, lead singer Gwen Stefani and bassist Tony Kanal ended their eight-year relationship, which heavily influenced the lyrical content of the album. -The album helped facilitate the ska revival of the 1990s, increasing the visibility and commercial success of other ska bands. -Aside from the heartbreak, the project covers themes ranging from adolescent self-acceptance to female empowerment. -It was the final album to feature original keyboardist and founding member Eric Stefani, who left during production -It went on to sell over 16 million copies worldwide. -Musical genres: pop rock, alternative rock, ska punk, new wave, pop-punk -Producers: Matthew Wilder -Billboard 200 chart peak: #1 -Weeks on Billboard 200 chart: 91 weeks -Billboard Hot 100 chart peaks: Just a Girl (#23) -Rolling Stone magazine's list of 500 greatest albums of all time placements: #441 (2003) -Grammy awards: Best New Artist (nominated), Best Rock Album (nominated), Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals for Don't Speak (nominated), Song of the Year for Don't Speak (nominated)