Albums released on 3 April
2020 · 7 YEARS
It Is What It Is
Thundercat
This 2020 record finds a virtuoso bassist balancing existential dread with playful humor. It serves as an intimate tribute to a departed friend, blending jazz fusion and futuristic funk.
2020 · 7 YEARS
You And Your Friends
Peach Pit
A record focused on the messy transitions of early adulthood and drifting social circles. The songs rely on crisp guitar hooks to convey the bittersweet nature of changing friendships.
2020 · 7 YEARS
Heaven To A Tortured Mind
Yves Tumor
Yves Tumor fuses glam rock with experimental R&B in a dense, layered 2020 release. It pushes boundaries by subverting song structures through chaotic, soulful expression.
1968 · 59 YEARS
Bookends
Simon & Garfunkel
A conceptual look at the human lifespan, moving from youthful innocence to the worries of old age. This 1968 work pairs folk-rock with elaborate studio collages.
2001 · 26 YEARS
B.R.M.C.
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club
The 2001 debut from Black Rebel Motorcycle Club delivers gritty garage rock and shoegaze influence. Its unpolished production mirrors the moody, nocturnal style of the band.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Wheels Of Steel
Saxon
A cornerstone of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal released in 1980. Its stripped-back sound and driving guitar riffs capture a blue-collar, high-octane energy.
2012 · 15 YEARS
The Lumineers
The Lumineers
This 2012 release relies on acoustic energy and earnest storytelling to anchor its folk-rock sound. Stomping percussion creates an intimate, infectious atmosphere.
2006 · 21 YEARS
At War With The Mystics
The Flaming Lips
The Flaming Lips deliver a sprawling project of psychedelic pop that mixes grand orchestration with satirical lyrics. It is both deeply strange and welcoming.
2015 · 12 YEARS
White Men Are Black Men Too
Young Fathers
A genre-defying mix of hip-hop and electronic pop that captures the restless spirit of the mid-2010s. The production is abrasive yet melodic, refusing to settle into a single style.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Shades Of Black
Kovacs
Sharon Kovacs presents a dark, noir-inspired debut featuring smoky jazz and soul arrangements. Her powerful vocals provide a defiant edge to these retro-pop tracks.
1968 · 59 YEARS
Wow
Moby Grape
A 1968 time capsule of the San Francisco sound, balancing folk-rock with surreal studio experimentation. It features dense, layered production and a sharp rock sensibility.
2006 · 21 YEARS
Operation: Mindcrime II
Queensrÿche
A narrative sequel revisiting a fan-favorite saga with theatrical flair and heavy riffs. This 2006 project maintains a progressive roots focus with a hard rock punch.
1977 · 50 YEARS
Even In The Quietest Moments...
Supertramp
This 1977 release marks a peak in the band's atmospheric and introspective progressive pop. It blends intricate craftsmanship with accessible, melodic songwriting.
2001 · 26 YEARS
From Here To Infirmary
Alkaline Trio
Dark humor and heartbreak define this 2001 pop-punk effort. The production is sharper and more polished than earlier DIY efforts, capturing a cynical, raw edge.
2012 · 15 YEARS
New Wild Everywhere
Great Lake Swimmers
A 2012 release that highlights the tension between nature and urban life. It features fragile vocals and a fuller, more electric sound for the band.
1968 · 59 YEARS
Manufacturers Of Soul
Jackie Wilson
A high-octane 1968 pairing of soul power and big band jazz precision. It captures the energy of a live stage show within a crisp, punchy studio environment.
1983 · 44 YEARS
You and I
O'Bryan
An eighties synth-funk masterclass that bridges the gap from disco to boogie. It features slick production and tight, programmed rhythms for the dance floor.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Strange Trails
Lord Huron
A 2015 collection that plays out like a lost soundtrack to a vintage Western. It uses reverb-drenched guitars and folk arrangements to craft a sense of nostalgia.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Colpa D'Alfredo
Vasco Rossi
This 1980 release challenged social norms in Italy with raw, conversational lyrics. It marks a moment where rock began to shed its traditional skin for gritty honesty.
1996 · 31 YEARS
Milk & Kisses
Cocteau Twins
A shimmering, weightless dream that serves as the final studio chapter for the band. It uses ethereal guitar textures and otherworldly vocals to define its sound.