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Albums released on 13 April

  1. Fleetwood Mac: Tango In The Night

    1987 · 40 YEARS

    Tango In The Night

    Fleetwood Mac

    The final statement from the Rumours-era lineup, this record captures a brief period of creative friction. It showcases the group moving toward a polished, high-gloss pop aesthetic that defined late eighties studio experimentation.

  2. David Bowie: Aladdin Sane

    1973 · 54 YEARS

    Aladdin Sane

    David Bowie

    Following a trip to America, the artist returned with a paranoid edge. The album mixes classic rock grit with the theatrical influence of the glam scene during a high-speed road trip through a neon-lit, dangerous world.

  3. The Tallest Man On Earth: The Wild Hunt

    2010 · 17 YEARS

    The Wild Hunt

    The Tallest Man On Earth

    Kristian Matsson presents a frantic, singular energy that feels like a restless spirit. The record discards heavy studio layers to emphasize raw, percussive guitar work and intimate, whispered confessions.

  4. Thin Lizzy: Black Rose (A Rock Legend)

    1979 · 48 YEARS

    Black Rose (A Rock Legend)

    Thin Lizzy

    Gary Moore returned to join Scott Gorham, forming a notable guitar partnership. This record balances gritty storytelling with soaring, technical rock arrangements that defined the late seventies hard rock scene.

  5. Tyler, The Creator: Cherry Bomb

    2015 · 12 YEARS

    Cherry Bomb

    Tyler, The Creator

    A chaotic turning point where raw, distorted aggression meets melodic arrangements. This project finds an artist tearing down boundaries and refusing to occupy a single musical lane.

  6. Kenny Loggins: Celebrate Me Home

    1977 · 50 YEARS

    Celebrate Me Home

    Kenny Loggins

    Stepping away from his duo partnership, Kenny Loggins pursued a sophisticated, soulful path on this solo debut. The record leans into a polished California sound, blending pop sensibilities with jazz-fusion textures.

  7. Nine Inch Nails: Year Zero

    2007 · 20 YEARS

    Year Zero

    Nine Inch Nails

    Trent Reznor created a sprawling concept piece set in a dystopian future. Industrial textures collide with glitchy electronics to capture the paranoia of the mid-2000s political climate.

  8. Mary Jane Girls: Mary Jane Girls

    1983 · 44 YEARS

    Mary Jane Girls

    Mary Jane Girls

    Rick James selected this group to showcase a street-smart funk aesthetic. The record merges sugary pop hooks with the dark, grooving rhythms of early eighties clubs.

  9. Aretha Franklin: Almighty Fire

    1978 · 49 YEARS

    Almighty Fire

    Aretha Franklin

    Curtis Mayfield provided cinematic arrangements for this project, highlighting the vocalist's versatility. The title track serves as a disco-inflected anthem during a shift toward refined soul.

  10. Die Ärzte: Auch

    2012 · 15 YEARS

    Auch

    Die Ärzte

    Die Ärzte returned with self-aware energy, balancing irreverent humor with reflections on aging. The record moves between thrashy parodies and melodic pop-punk anthems.

  11. Francesco Guccini: Radici

    1972 · 55 YEARS

    Radici

    Francesco Guccini

    An intimate, poetic collection of narrative songs that functions like a family photo album. The record defined the early seventies Italian singer-songwriter movement with an unvarnished sound.

  12. Mr. Fingers: Cerebral Hemispheres

    2018 · 9 YEARS

    Cerebral Hemispheres

    Mr. Fingers

    Larry Heard revives his classic moniker for an expansive double LP that explores the soul of house music. It balances lush synth-work with an unhurried, masterful approach.

  13. Manic Street Preachers: Resistance Is Futile

    2018 · 9 YEARS

    Resistance Is Futile

    Manic Street Preachers

    Grandiosity and melancholy define this cinematic rock record. The songwriting explores personal and historical themes with a sense of urgency.

  14. Rival Consoles: Persona

    2018 · 9 YEARS

    Persona

    Rival Consoles

    Electronic textures breathe and shift like a living organism in this exploration of identity. The record is a masterclass in using sound to map the complexities of memory.

  15. The Cast Of American Idiot, Green Day: American Idiot (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

    2010 · 17 YEARS

    American Idiot (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

    The Cast Of American Idiot, Green Day

    Green Day reimagined their concept album for the stage, creating a theatrical experience that feels both intimate and explosive. It bridges the gap between punk-rock and drama.

  16. Wire: Wire

    2015 · 12 YEARS

    Wire

    Wire

    Minimalist and precise, this record strips away all bloat to focus on jagged guitars and motorik rhythms. It captures a veteran group operating with restless energy.

  17. Vasco Rossi: Vado Al Massimo

    1982 · 45 YEARS

    Vado Al Massimo

    Vasco Rossi

    A defiant performance at Sanremo cemented the rebellious reputation of the artist. This record marks a shift in Italian pop toward a grittier, more vulnerable identity.

  18. Los Planetas: Una Semana En El Motor De Un Autobús

    1998 · 29 YEARS

    Una Semana En El Motor De Un Autobús

    Los Planetas

    This landmark of Spanish indie rock captures a cinematic sense of longing. Dense, wall-of-sound production blends shoegaze textures with melodic pop sensibilities.

  19. Bryan Ferry: Taxi

    1993 · 34 YEARS

    Taxi

    Bryan Ferry

    A sophisticated collection of covers that emphasizes mood and atmosphere. These arrangements strip back classic standards to highlight an intimate vocal delivery.

  20. Avril Lavigne: The Best Damn Thing

    2007 · 20 YEARS

    The Best Damn Thing

    Avril Lavigne

    Cheerleader chants and high-energy hooks define this loud, bubblegum-pop-rock record. It pivots from previous moody work into a sugar-fueled, guitar-driven party.