Albums released on 20 August
1990 · 37 YEARS
Graffiti Bridge
Prince
Acting as a film soundtrack, Prince presents a mix of solo work and collaborations with his proteges. This project pushes into experimental territory while continuing the creative direction of Purple Rain.
1979 · 48 YEARS
Slow Train Coming
Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan surprised his audience in 1979 by moving away from rock and folk toward gospel-infused music. This spiritual pivot sparked intense debate among both critics and fans.
2013 · 14 YEARS
Doris
Earl Sweatshirt
Following a stay in Samoa, Earl Sweatshirt returned with this introspective 2013 effort. The lyrics focus on the isolation of sudden fame, set against a backdrop of murky, claustrophobic production.
2021 · 6 YEARS
Solar Power
Lorde
Lorde trades nocturnal atmospheres for sun-drenched, organic arrangements on this 2021 release. Acoustic guitars and breezy indie-pop melodies drive these songs toward a focus on nature.
2013 · 14 YEARS
Sleeper
Ty Segall
Ty Segall moves away from his signature garage-rock fuzz to deliver a stripped-back acoustic record. This 2013 release offers a vulnerable look at loss and family dynamics.
1986 · 41 YEARS
Fore!
Huey Lewis & The News
Huey Lewis & The News created a definitive mid-eighties sound with this 1986 pop-rock effort. The album relies on muscular band performances and tight, radio-ready hooks.
1990 · 37 YEARS
Empire
Queensrÿche
Queensrÿche shifted toward grounded, socially conscious lyrics on this 1990 release. It remains the group's most successful record, leaning into a melodic rock aesthetic while retaining technical precision.
2012 · 15 YEARS
Key To The Kuffs
JJ DOOM
JJ DOOM pairs abstract, cryptic rhymes with dusty, gritty beats in this 2012 collaboration. The result is a standout example of the leftfield approach found in underground hip-hop.
1992 · 35 YEARS
III Sides To Every Story
Extreme
Extreme split this 1992 release into thematic sections to showcase their musical versatility. The album moves away from simple hard rock into a more ambitious, funk-influenced direction.
2021 · 6 YEARS
Infinite Granite
Deafheaven
Deafheaven pivots toward an expansive, melodic style on this 2021 release. Shoegaze textures merge with post-metal dynamics to create a layered, dreamlike atmosphere.
2021 · 6 YEARS
The Bob's Burgers Music Album Vol. 2
Bob's Burgers
This 2021 collection highlights the catchy, heartfelt songwriting found in the series. It features musical numbers that stand on their own, capturing the charm of the Belcher family.
2012 · 15 YEARS
Pink
Four Tet
Four Tet compiled these tracks from singles released between 2011 and 2012. The collection captures a spontaneous, dance-floor energy while utilizing intricate, organic textures.
1996 · 31 YEARS
Harmacy
Sebadoh
Sebadoh balances messy, lo-fi roots with pop structures on this 1996 release. It captures a moment where indie rock began to refine its sound without sacrificing its core spirit.
2002 · 25 YEARS
Lord Willin'
Clipse
The 2002 release from Clipse defined the Virginia sound with its sleek, futuristic minimalism. The duo paired cold, precise verses with icy beats from The Neptunes.
1977 · 50 YEARS
Hurry Sundown
Outlaws
The Outlaws hit their peak with this 1977 release, which features complex three-part guitar harmonies. It serves as the final studio appearance for Billy Jones.
2012 · 15 YEARS
Four
Bloc Party
Bloc Party adopted an abrasive, confrontational energy on this 2012 release. The record marks a sharp move away from their earlier dance-punk style toward hard rock.
2002 · 25 YEARS
Blacklisted
Neko Case
Neko Case delivers unfiltered storytelling on this pivotal 2002 alt-country record. It marks a shift toward a more cinematic, personal sound that remains a touchstone for the genre.
2021 · 6 YEARS
Colors II
Between the Buried and Me
Between the Buried and Me return to their roots on this 2021 record. It balances technical death metal riffs with unexpected melodic detours, acting as a spiritual successor to earlier work.
1990 · 37 YEARS
Liberty
Duran Duran
Duran Duran focused on songwriting craft for this 1990 release, opting for an organic, guitar-driven sound. It was an attempt to strip away the excess of the previous decade.
2007 · 20 YEARS
Liars
Liars
Liars retreated to a remote cabin to record this 2007 release, stripping away their art-punk identity. The result is a primal, fever-dream collection of music.