Albums released on 4 February
1977 · 50 YEARS
Rumours
Fleetwood Mac
Born from the internal fracture of a band in transition, Fleetwood Mac's 1977 release transformed private discord into a collection of pop-rock hits.
2013 · 14 YEARS
II
Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Ruban Nielson recorded these tracks in his basement, resulting in a hazy and intimate collection. It balances pop hooks with lo-fi textures to define the psychedelic revival of the early 2010s.
1983 · 44 YEARS
Porcupine
Echo & The Bunnymen
Crafted in the remote Welsh countryside, this 1983 release is a dense and icy exploration of mood. It relies on shimmering guitar lines and haunting vocals to define the early UK alternative scene.
2011 · 16 YEARS
James Blake
James Blake
This debut record uses sparse piano chords and vocal processing to signal a shift in electronic music. It favors fragile intimacy over the aggressive energy found elsewhere in the UK dubstep scene.
1974 · 53 YEARS
Jolene
Dolly Parton
Traditional folk sensibilities meet a country flair on this 1974 release. It features clear vocals and strong storytelling that helped define a long career.
2013 · 14 YEARS
The Man Who Died In His Boat
Grouper
Tape loops and wordless vocalizations create a ghostly, drone-filled experience. This experimental folk album uses degraded audio to evoke a profound sense of place.
2022 · 5 YEARS
Laurel Hell
Mitski
Returning from a hiatus, this record highlights a transition to synth-driven textures. It deals with the friction between private identity and public expectations.
2013 · 14 YEARS
Regions Of Light And Sound Of God
Jim James
This solo project blends soul, funk, and space-age synths into a personal work. It reflects an optimistic journey through light and sound.
1980 · 47 YEARS
The Age Of Plastic
The Buggles
The Buggles captured the transition into the digital era with a 1980 release that utilized synthesizers to create a neon-soaked atmosphere.
1980 · 47 YEARS
End Of The Century
Ramones
Phil Spector steered these sessions to create a polished, pop-oriented punk record. It bridges the gap between the Wall of Sound and the group's simple roots.
2013 · 14 YEARS
Exai
Autechre
Autechre pushed the limits of electronic sequencing in 2013 with a sprawling double-disc set that explores complex sound design.
2008 · 19 YEARS
Made In The Dark
Hot Chip
Dancefloor euphoria meets vulnerability on this 2008 release. It balances heart-wrenching ballads with high-energy synth-pop.
1971 · 56 YEARS
Tago Mago
Can
Tracking in a haunted castle, the band used tape editing to create rhythmic collages. It is a work of controlled chaos that pushed the limits of rock.
1997 · 30 YEARS
The Soul Assassins (Chapter 1)
Muggs
DJ Muggs assembled a roster of lyricists to define a gritty, cinematic sound. It stands as a masterclass in collaborative hip-hop from the late nineties.
2022 · 5 YEARS
Time Skiffs
Animal Collective
Cohesive and melodic, this record marks a move toward song-oriented arrangements. It reflects a period of reconnection for the group.
1986 · 41 YEARS
Control
Janet Jackson
Janet Jackson took creative control to release this bold, personal statement. It blends industrial-strength funk with synthesized drums to define a sound.
2001 · 26 YEARS
The Spirit Room
Michelle Branch
The Spirit Room captured the transition of pop-rock at the turn of the century by mixing diary-style lyrics with radio-ready studio production.
1977 · 50 YEARS
In Flight
George Benson
This 1977 release saw George Benson blend jazz improvisation with a polished soul sound. It captures a moment of superstardom achieved through studio craftsmanship.
2014 · 13 YEARS
July
Marissa Nadler
Gothic storytelling and haunting melodies define this 2014 collection. It functions as a series of whispered, late-night confessions.
2022 · 5 YEARS
Requiem
Korn
Korn returned to their gritty roots with this 2022 record, utilizing a lean and focused approach born from the global lockdowns.