Albums released on 31 December
1968 · 58 YEARS
For The Sake Of The Song
Townes Van Zandt
Townes Van Zandt debut from 1968. It is a stark, acoustic collection that established a new standard for folk songwriting through its focus on tragedy and beauty.
1981 · 45 YEARS
Anthem
Toyah
Toyah Willcox emerges on this 1981 release with a blend of new wave and punk energy. It remains a vivid artifact of the London underground scene.
1977 · 49 YEARS
King Albert
Albert King
Albert King released this in 1977, featuring a punchy, groove-oriented style. It shows a seasoned guitarist adapting his playing to modern studio methods.
2017 · 9 YEARS
Gumboot Soup
King Gizzard And The Lizard Wizard
A compilation from 2017, this record gathers varied experimental tracks. It serves as an eclectic mix of surf-inspired melodies and heavy riffs.
1978 · 48 YEARS
Of Queues And Cures
National Health
National Health delivered this 1978 album during the peak of the Canterbury scene. It balances complex jazz improvisation with a distinctive sense of humor.
1980 · 46 YEARS
Arc Of A Diver
Steve Winwood
Steve Winwood wrote and performed every part of this 1980 solo effort. It serves as a study in layered electronics and personal songwriting.
1973 · 53 YEARS
Indestructible
Ray Barretto
Ray Barretto released this 1973 record as a pillar of the Fania era. It defines the urban salsa movement through intricate, percussion-led arrangements.
1993 · 33 YEARS
Visions Of The Past
Robert Leiner
Robert Leiner presents a cinematic exploration of techno on this 1993 release. It emphasizes hypnotic rhythms over standard club utility.
2020 · 6 YEARS
Demonic, Her
Ibliss
Ibliss leans into dark stoner rock on this 2020 record. It is defined by heavy, fuzz-drenched riffs and a thick, low-end presence.
1978 · 48 YEARS
Mother
Gilli Smyth
Released in 1978, Mother by Gilli Smyth features light vocals set against folk and psychedelic textures. It is a personal work that moves freely across various musical genres.
1969 · 57 YEARS
Africanasia
Claude Delcloo
Claude Delcloo leads this 1969 session as a bridge between French free jazz and global percussion. It is a high-energy ritual of textures.
1957 · 69 YEARS
This Is Fats
Fats Domino
Fats Domino captured the energy of early rock and roll on this 1957 release. It blends piano melodies with soulful singing to define the era.
1977 · 49 YEARS
Quartz
Quartz
Quartz debuted in 1977 with hard rock riffs overseen by producer Tony Iommi. It captures the transition toward heavy metal in the late seventies.
1990 · 36 YEARS
No Television
The Radios
The Radios released this 1990 record, showcasing bright guitars and classic pop hooks. It captures a sense of optimism through upbeat, jangly arrangements.
1981 · 45 YEARS
The Secret Of NIMH (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Jerry Goldsmith
Jerry Goldsmith crafted this 1981 score to match dark cinematic themes. It stands out for its sophisticated use of synthesizers and orchestral elements.
1981 · 45 YEARS
Night Fire
John Carter Quintet
John Carter Quintet navigates avant-garde jazz on this 1981 release. The clarinet work feels both ancient and futuristic through fluid, complex structures.
1980 · 46 YEARS
Electronic Sonata For Souls Loved By Nature - 1980
The George Russell Sextet
George Russell Sextet released this ambitious 1980 suite. It integrates complex electronics with large-scale jazz orchestration to create a dense atmosphere.
1977 · 49 YEARS
The New Village On The Left...
Marcello Melis
Marcello Melis gathered an ensemble of avant-garde jazz players for this 1977 release. It reimagines Sardinian folk through the lens of free jazz.
1984 · 42 YEARS
Pieces Of Time
Milford Graves
Milford Graves leads four drummers on this 1984 record. It turns the rhythm section into a melody, creating a dense and primal conversation.
2007 · 19 YEARS
Aleph-1
Aleph-1
Aleph-1 released this in 2007, using a clinical and systematic approach. It prioritizes mechanical rhythm over melody, fitting the mid-2000s IDM style.