Albums released on 18 April
1994 · 33 YEARS
Let Love In
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds deliver a 1994 record that blends gothic intensity with pop melody. It captures the group at their most creative, balancing theatrical aggression with moments of piano-led vulnerability.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Sky 2
Sky
Sky bring together a supergroup of virtuosos on this 1980 release. They apply technical precision to progressive rock, resulting in a project that feels both sophisticated and playful.
2011 · 16 YEARS
w h o k i l l
Tune-Yards
Merrill Garbus builds a rhythmic explosion on this 2011 release. By looping vocals, ukulele, and frantic percussion, she creates a raw, personal sound that feels like a one-woman carnival.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Untethered Moon
Built To Spill
Built To Spill emphasize technical proficiency and melodic depth on this 2015 record. Long, winding guitar solos define the tracks, grounding the band in their recognizable indie style.
2005 · 22 YEARS
Untilted
Autechre
Autechre push the limits of electronic music on this 2005 release. The tracks transition from abrasive, stuttering percussion to melodic textures, showing a meticulous approach to design.
1995 · 32 YEARS
Once Upon The Cross
Deicide
Deicide established themselves as a polarizing force in extreme music with this 1995 release. The songwriting focuses on intricate riffing and relentless tempos.
1994 · 33 YEARS
His 'N' Hers
Pulp
Pulp turn the mundane details of working-class life into cinematic songs on this 1994 release. Jagged guitars and sleazy synths capture the tension of Sheffield.
2006 · 21 YEARS
A Blessing And A Curse
Drive-By Truckers
Jason Isbell’s final outing with Drive-By Truckers marks a transition toward tighter, punchier songwriting. This 2006 record captures the group’s internal friction in a lean, gritty sound.
1980 · 47 YEARS
1980
B.T. Express
B.T. Express embrace a polished, groove-heavy sound on this 1980 release. The record captures a shift toward sleek production as the group moved into a new decade.
1986 · 41 YEARS
R&B Skeletons In The Closet
George Clinton
George Clinton blends consumer culture with funk on this 1986 release. Synthesizers and drum machines dominate, marking a shift toward electro-funk precision.
2014 · 13 YEARS
A Letter Home
Neil Young
Neil Young captures raw, lo-fi covers of classic songs on this 2014 release. Recorded inside a vintage booth, the record strips away modern production to reveal the core of each track.
1983 · 44 YEARS
White Feathers
Kajagoogoo
Kajagoogoo craft a sleek, neon-lit sound on this 1983 debut. Produced by Nick Rhodes, the record balances catchy hooks with the bright, bubbly melodies of the new wave scene.
2014 · 13 YEARS
Food
Kelis
Kelis blends R&B with Afrobeat and funk on this 2014 release. Food-themed tracks provide a warm, expansive project that feels organic and rhythmically lush.
1989 · 38 YEARS
Blaze Of Glory
Joe Jackson
Joe Jackson explores aging and regret on this 1989 release. Moving away from pop hits, the record functions as a sophisticated song cycle that bridges new wave roots with orchestral pop.
1973 · 54 YEARS
M.F. Horn | 3
Maynard Ferguson
Maynard Ferguson relies on high-octane brass and lung power on this 1973 release. The record bridges the gap between big band swing and early jazz-fusion textures.
2025 · 2 YEARS
Send A Prayer My Way
Julien Baker
Julien Baker combines honest songwriting with country inflections on this 2025 release. Sparse production lets the weight of her lyrics carry the emotional load.
1998 · 29 YEARS
Canzoni Per Me
Vasco Rossi
Vasco Rossi delivers a 1998 record that balances polished pop sensibilities with gritty Italian rock. Songs like Rewind showcase his talent for stadium-sized hooks.
2014 · 13 YEARS
Space Police - Defenders Of The Crown
Edguy
Edguy lean into theatrical power metal on this 2014 release. The record includes soaring, anthemic hooks and a high-energy cover of Falco, focusing on a hard rock-oriented sound.
2011 · 16 YEARS
Take Care, Take Care, Take Care
Explosions In The Sky
Explosions In The Sky utilize crescendo-heavy arrangements to build cinematic tension. This instrumental record creates a narrative through the interplay of guitars.
1980 · 47 YEARS
From A To B
New Musik
New Musik define the transition into the eighties with this synth-pop record. Precise, robotic rhythms and futuristic production characterize this exploration of electronic music.