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Albums released on 2 December

  1. Childish Gambino: Awaken, My Love!

    2016 · 10 YEARS

    Awaken, My Love!

    Childish Gambino

    Donald Glover departs from his rap roots on this 2016 record to explore raw, soulful vocals. It serves as a tribute to the Parliament-Funkadelic era through warm analog production.

  2. The Rolling Stones: Blue & Lonesome

    2016 · 10 YEARS

    Blue & Lonesome

    The Rolling Stones

    The Rolling Stones return to their foundations on this 2016 release. Recorded over three days, it provides a raw look at the band covering Chicago blues legends.

  3. Metro Boomin: Heroes & Villains

    2022 · 4 YEARS

    Heroes & Villains

    Metro Boomin

    Metro Boomin crafts a dark, cinematic project that functions like a high-stakes film score. The 2022 release blends trap rhythms with star-studded vocal performances.

  4. Lily Allen: It's Not Me, It's You

    2008 · 18 YEARS

    It's Not Me, It's You

    Lily Allen

    Lily Allen shifts toward a synth-driven sound on this 2008 release. The songwriting pairs infectious melodies with sharp, cynical commentary on London life.

  5. Jean-Michel Jarre: Oxygene 3

    2016 · 10 YEARS

    Oxygene 3

    Jean-Michel Jarre

    Jean-Michel Jarre concludes a forty-year trilogy with this 2016 release. The record utilizes vintage analog synthesizers to explore space-age electronic music.

  6. Howard Shore: The Lord Of  The Rings: The Two Towers (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

    2002 · 24 YEARS

    The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

    Howard Shore

    Howard Shore provides an orchestral score that captures the militaristic themes of the 2002 film. The compositions focus on the tension of the middle chapter in the trilogy.

  7. Rod Stewart: Tonight I'm Yours

    1981 · 45 YEARS

    Tonight I'm Yours

    Rod Stewart

    Rod Stewart pivots to a pop-oriented sound on this 1981 release. By incorporating drum machines and synthesizers, the artist adapts his style for the changing radio environment.

  8. Aoba Ichiko: Windswept Adan

    2020 · 6 YEARS

    Windswept Adan

    Aoba Ichiko

    Aoba Ichiko creates a private, sun-drenched sanctuary on this 2020 record. It features delicate nylon-string guitar and whispered vocals that feel like a dream.

  9. RM: Indigo

    2022 · 4 YEARS

    Indigo

    RM

    RM documents his late twenties on this 2022 project. It acts as an archive of personal thoughts featuring a variety of guest collaborations.

  10. Korn: See You On The Other Side

    2005 · 21 YEARS

    See You On The Other Side

    Korn

    Korn explores moody, experimental territory on this 2005 release. The band retains their signature downtuned guitar style while adding new atmospheric textures.

  11. Alicia Keys: The Diary Of Alicia Keys

    2003 · 23 YEARS

    The Diary Of Alicia Keys

    Alicia Keys

    Alicia Keys blends classical piano training with urban storytelling on her 2003 release. It marks the transition from a young prodigy to a mature artist.

  12. The Mothers: Cruising With Ruben & The Jets

    1968 · 58 YEARS

    Cruising With Ruben & The Jets

    The Mothers

    Frank Zappa presents a loving homage to 1950s vocal harmony groups on this 1968 release. He even disguised his band to fully commit to the ruse.

  13. Atlanta Rhythm Section: A Rock And Roll Alternative

    1976 · 50 YEARS

    A Rock And Roll Alternative

    Atlanta Rhythm Section

    Atlanta Rhythm Section masters the mid-tempo groove on this 1976 release. The record is a prime example of the soft rock sound that dominated the radio.

  14. All That Jazz: ジブリジャズ 2

    2010 · 16 YEARS

    ジブリジャズ 2

    All That Jazz

    All That Jazz reimagines Studio Ghibli melodies with lounge-inspired elegance on this 2010 release. The record transforms cinematic themes into relaxed background music.

  15. SNFU: ... And No One Else Wanted To Play

    2025 · 1 YEARS

    ... And No One Else Wanted To Play

    SNFU

    SNFU helps define the Canadian hardcore scene on this mid-eighties record. The frantic vocal delivery and sharp riffs influenced generations of punk musicians.

  16. Max Richter: The Leftovers (Music From The HBO Series - Season One)

    2014 · 12 YEARS

    The Leftovers (Music From The HBO Series - Season One)

    Max Richter

    Max Richter provides a score for the first season of the HBO series that relies on piano and strings. The work uses repetitive structures to mirror the emotional state of individuals lost in a shattered reality.

  17. Grand Funk: All The Girls In The World Beware!!!

    1974 · 52 YEARS

    All The Girls In The World Beware!!!

    Grand Funk

    Grand Funk explores a polished, soulful rock sound on this 1974 release. It captures the band balancing hard rock roots with radio-friendly arrangements.

  18. Neon Hearts: Popular Music

    1979 · 47 YEARS

    Popular Music

    Neon Hearts

    Neon Hearts captures the tail end of the seventies on this 1979 release. The band balances punk aggression with the twitchy sensibilities of the new wave movement.

  19. Lucky Peterson: I'm Ready

    1992 · 34 YEARS

    I'm Ready

    Lucky Peterson

    Lucky Peterson bridges traditional blues with modern electric production on this 1992 release. The work features emotive slow blues and hard-driving shuffles.

  20. Armour: Armour

    2009 · 17 YEARS

    Armour

    Armour

    Armour pays tribute to the eighties heavy metal spirit on this 2009 release. It focuses on raw intensity and high-octane speed.