Albums released on 7 April
1981 · 46 YEARS
Street Songs
Rick James
Released in 1981, this record remains a funk powerhouse. It creates a smooth blend of disco, boogie, and soul that showcases innovative songwriting.
1978 · 49 YEARS
So Full Of Love
The O'Jays
The O'Jays hit a creative peak with 1978's So Full Of Love, blending vocal harmony with sophisticated arrangements. It sits at the intersection of deep soul and the burgeoning disco movement.
2018 · 9 YEARS
Nuova Napoli
Nu Genea
Nu Genea captures a nostalgic atmosphere on this 2018 record. It blends local dialect with sun-drenched grooves to update the Italian disco scene.
2014 · 13 YEARS
Tremors
SOHN
SOHN delivers a 2014 debut defined by minimalist beats and high falsettos. It captures a moody aesthetic through sparse arrangements.
1978 · 49 YEARS
For You
Prince
Prince handled every instrument on this 1978 debut. He established his singular vision early, blending funk, disco, and soft rock.
2006 · 21 YEARS
The Hardest Way To Make An Easy Living
The Streets
The Streets documented the fallout of global fame on 2006's The Hardest Way To Make An Easy Living. Mike Skinner traded observational wit for a gritty, introspective look at celebrity.
2015 · 12 YEARS
What For?
Toro Y Moi
Toro Y Moi shifts focus to guitars on this 2015 release. It pulls from indie rock and power pop to create a bright, organic sound.
2017 · 10 YEARS
Harmonies
Lord Echo
Lord Echo's 2017 record Harmonies blends dub-wise production with disco and soul. It feels like a late-night basement studio session where the rhythm section keeps a cool, steady pace.
2023 · 4 YEARS
Higher Than Heaven
Ellie Goulding
Ellie Goulding returns to high-energy dance floors on this 2023 release. The record uses pulsing house beats and vibrant synthesizers.
2008 · 19 YEARS
Nights Out
Metronomy
Metronomy creates a document of 2008 indie-electronica on this bedroom-crafted record. It balances jittery energy with vulnerability.
2023 · 4 YEARS
Stereo Mind Game
Daughter
Daughter returned in 2023 with Stereo Mind Game. The record features introspective lyrics and lush, expansive indie rock that examines the nature of connection.
1998 · 29 YEARS
In Mass Mind
The Make-Up
The Make-Up channeled a gospel-infused, feverish energy on 1998's In Mass Mind. It plays like a secular revival meeting rather than a standard rock record.
2009 · 18 YEARS
Now We Can See
The Thermals
The Thermals explored mortality and existential dread on 2009's Now We Can See. These high-speed indie-punk songs transform heavy questions into urgent, melodic anthems.
2023 · 4 YEARS
The Super Mario Bros. Movie (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Brian Tyler
Brian Tyler weaves Nintendo melodies into an orchestral score for this 2023 soundtrack. It matches the film's energy with a symphonic palette.
1982 · 45 YEARS
Reunion
The Temptations
Reunion, released in 1982, marked the return of Eddie Kendricks and David Ruffin to The Temptations. It updates their classic soul roots with slick, synth-heavy funk.
1997 · 30 YEARS
Dig Your Own Hole
The Chemical Brothers
The Chemical Brothers defined the late nineties with 1997's Dig Your Own Hole. The record became a landmark for big beat, featuring heavy breakbeats and psychedelic textures.
2008 · 19 YEARS
The Odd Couple
Gnarls Barkley
Danger Mouse and CeeLo Green expanded their psychedelic pop sound on 2008's The Odd Couple. The record features adventurous chemistry and dense, layered arrangements.
2023 · 4 YEARS
Mythologies
Thomas Bangalter
Thomas Bangalter moved away from synthesizers for his 2023 ballet score, Mythologies. He utilized a full orchestra to explore the weight of Greek mythology.
1986 · 41 YEARS
Just Keep Eating
Scratch Acid
Scratch Acid delivered a definitive noise rock record with 1986's Just Keep Eating. The album remains a jagged, abrasive attempt to abandon traditional song structures.
2008 · 19 YEARS
St. Jude
The Courteeners
St. Jude by The Courteeners became a staple of 2008 British indie culture. Anthemic choruses and sharp lyrics captured the restless energy of the Manchester scene.