Albums released on 12 August
1968 · 59 YEARS
Cheap Thrills
Big Brother & the Holding Company
A studio effort that mimics the energy of a live show. The record captures the San Francisco psychedelic era through a mix of jagged guitars and raw blues.
1974 · 53 YEARS
Not Fragile
Bachman-Turner Overdrive
A guitar-focused rock project from 1974. It shows the band shifting away from experimental roots into a high-energy, arena-ready sound.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Panorama
The Cars
A dark, aggressive pivot for the band. This record moves away from polished pop hooks toward cold synthesizers and jagged song structures.
2022 · 5 YEARS
Cheat Codes
Danger Mouse
A collaboration pairing production with precise lyricism. It bridges the gap between classic hip-hop and experimental arrangements.
1981 · 46 YEARS
Never Too Much
Luther Vandross
Never Too Much is the 1981 debut solo album from Luther Vandross. It centers on a sophisticated R&B sound, utilizing lush arrangements and crisp production that set a high bar for the decade.
2021 · 6 YEARS
Long Term Effects Of Suffering
$uicideboy$
Long Term Effects Of Suffering by $uicideboy$ arrived in 2021. It is a grim, abrasive project that focuses on nihilistic themes through the lens of modern trap and horrorcore.
1985 · 42 YEARS
The Family
The Family
A side project organized by Prince. It features a sleek blend of funk and synth-pop with an early version of a well-known ballad.
2016 · 11 YEARS
Stranger Things - Volume One (A Netflix Original Series)
Kyle Dixon
Released in 2016, Stranger Things - Volume One features compositions by Kyle Dixon. It uses electronic textures to build an eerie, nostalgic mood for the series.
1977 · 50 YEARS
Smooth Talk
Evelyn King
Smooth Talk is the 1977 debut from Evelyn King. It moved the artist from a cleaning job in a recording studio to the forefront of the disco era.
1991 · 36 YEARS
Metallica
Metallica
Metallica, released in 1991, saw the group move away from thrash toward a groove-heavy aesthetic. It used expansive production to reach a wide, global audience.
1980 · 47 YEARS
One-Trick Pony
Paul Simon
A 1980 release accompanying a film about a musician. It offers a cynical look at the industry through polished pop-rock.
1978 · 49 YEARS
If You Knew Suzi...
Suzi Quatro
A 1978 collection showcasing a smoother, radio-friendly style. It keeps a sense of grit while highlighting versatile songwriting.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Shine On
L.T.D.
Shine On by L.T.D., released in 1980, captures the group at a turning point. It balances rhythmic funk with soulful balladry as Jeffrey Osborne concludes his tenure with the ensemble.
2022 · 5 YEARS
Reset
Panda Bear
Panda Bear released Reset in 2022. It uses sampled 1960s pop fragments to build a kaleidoscopic listening experience centered on joy and experimentation.
1997 · 30 YEARS
One Second
Paradise Lost
One Second saw Paradise Lost abandon death-doom for atmospheric rock. This 1997 release remains a divisive shift that replaced heavy grit with polished, synth-driven melodies.
1987 · 40 YEARS
Request = リクエスト
Mariya Takeuchi
Mariya Takeuchi released Request in 1987. It is a key City Pop album that showcases a refined approach to songwriting with a sleek, neon-lit atmosphere.
2022 · 5 YEARS
The Alchemist’s Euphoria
Kasabian
The Alchemist’s Euphoria follows a significant lineup change for Kasabian. Released in 2022, the album moves the group into experimental, psychedelic territory with a distinct cinematic focus.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Off The Coast Of Me
Kid Creole And The Coconuts
A 1980 theatrical debut from New York City. It blends global rhythms and witty lyrics in a fever dream of tropical noir.
1994 · 33 YEARS
Bob Hund
bob hund
The 1994 debut Bob Hund changed Swedish indie rock. It features jagged guitar riffs and surreal, cryptic lyrics delivered with high-tension energy.
2025 · 2 YEARS
Greetings From Your Hometown
Jonas Brothers
Greetings From Your Hometown, released in 2025, features the Jonas Brothers returning to their energetic beginnings. The album combines pop sensibilities with rock instrumentation to showcase their growth as songwriters.