On October 25, 1992, Erotica peaked at number two on the UK Albums Chart. While America debated her Sex book, Europe embraced Madonna’s daring new sound — a blend of deep house, new jack swing, and continental cool that resonated across clubs from London to Berlin. Critics praised its sophistication, and singles like Deeper and Deeper and Rain found stronger airplay and chart runs in the UK and Europe than in the U.S. In hindsight, Erotica marked the start of Madonna’s most experimental decade —