Albums released on 1 February
1983 · 44 YEARS
Frontiers
Journey
Journey hit their commercial stride with Frontiers, a 1983 release marked by urgent rock anthems. The studio sessions were interrupted by a major earthquake, a tension that seemingly permeated the final recordings.
1981 · 46 YEARS
Shades
J.J. Cale
Released in 1981, Shades captures the minimalist, swampy blues-rock style that defines the Tulsa Sound. J.J. Cale relies on a rotating cast of musicians to maintain a laid-back, late-night jam atmosphere.
1982 · 45 YEARS
The Distance
Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band
Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band explore restless, blue-collar themes on The Distance. This 1982 release captures a transition from bar room blues to a stadium-ready sound.
2005 · 22 YEARS
I Am A Bird Now
Antony And The Johnsons
Antony And The Johnsons deliver a series of confessional prayers on I Am A Bird Now. Released in 2005, the record addresses themes of transformation through sparse piano and lush orchestration.
2019 · 8 YEARS
Careful
Boy Harsher
Careful by Boy Harsher uses mechanical beats and heavy EBM rhythms to establish an atmosphere of desire and dread. This 2019 release blends darkwave aesthetics with a terrifyingly modern edge.
1967 · 60 YEARS
Surrealistic Pillow
Jefferson Airplane
Surrealistic Pillow transformed Jefferson Airplane into the voice of the psychedelic movement in 1967. The addition of Grace Slick brought essential songs like White Rabbit to the group.
1974 · 53 YEARS
What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits
The Doobie Brothers
The Doobie Brothers hit a stride with 1974's What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits. Ted Templeman helped refine the group as they moved from bar-band grit toward polished, radio-friendly soft rock.
2016 · 11 YEARS
Shred
Skee Mask
Shred is a 2016 release that deconstructs techno and breakbeat rhythms into something entirely fresh. The tracks pulse with a restless energy, shifting between ambient textures and club-ready percussion.
2019 · 8 YEARS
Encore
The Specials
Encore marks the first new material from The Specials in nearly forty years. Released in 2019, the record blends social commentary with infectious ska energy and new wave sensibilities.
1983 · 44 YEARS
Audentity
Klaus Schulze
Audentity is a 1983 double album that pushes the boundaries of the Berlin School sound. Klaus Schulze blends organic cello with sprawling, hypnotic electronic sequences.
2005 · 22 YEARS
Never Take Friendship Personal
Anberlin
Never Take Friendship Personal is a 2005 alternative rock record that pairs melodic hooks with introspective lyrics. It stands as a staple of the era's thriving scene.
2011 · 16 YEARS
The Island Chainsaw Massacre
Salmo
The Island Chainsaw Massacre is a harsh, direct entry into the Italian hardcore hip-hop scene. It is known for its aggressive energy and dark, cinematic tone.
2019 · 8 YEARS
Gallipoli
Beirut
Gallipoli is an orchestral folk-rock record from Beirut based on time spent in an Italian village. The tracks explore themes of travel and displacement.
2008 · 19 YEARS
Sleep Through The Static
Jack Johnson
Sleep Through The Static is a 2008 release recorded entirely on analog tape. Jack Johnson moves away from beach themes to address environmental anxiety and war.
2019 · 8 YEARS
Ripples
Ian Brown
Ripples is a 2019 solo effort that brings an introspective, organic energy to Ian Brown's work. The album features a mix of self-penned tracks and covers in a stripped-back style.
2019 · 8 YEARS
Superdream
Big Wild
Superdream is a 2019 indie-electronic record featuring vocal experimentation from Big Wild. The producer trades purely instrumental textures for a narrative-driven approach.
2001 · 26 YEARS
Dolorian
Dolorian
Dolorian is a 2001 metal record characterized by a suffocating, isolated atmosphere. The tracks move at a glacial pace to force a sense of discomfort.
2002 · 25 YEARS
O
Damien Rice
Damien Rice's 2002 album O delivers unfiltered vulnerability through raw acoustic performances. It began as a collection of home studio demos, favoring intimacy over loud trends.
2005 · 22 YEARS
Blessed Black Wings
High On Fire
Blessed Black Wings is a 2005 metal record from High On Fire. Produced by Steve Albini, it captures a raw, organic grit that defines the band's live intensity.
2008 · 19 YEARS
Amen
Baustelle
Amen is a 2008 release by Baustelle that blends pop and art-rock sensibilities. The band uses lush, theatrical arrangements to create a cinematic quality.