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Albums released on 7 January

  1. Lipps, Inc.: Mouth To Mouth

    1980 · 47 YEARS

    Mouth To Mouth

    Lipps, Inc.

    Synthesizers and drum machines drive this 1980 release from Lipps, Inc. It acts as a bridge between disco and the rising synth-pop movement.

  2. George Benson: 20/20

    1985 · 42 YEARS

    20/20

    George Benson

    George Benson shifts toward polished pop on this 1985 release. It is a collection defined by radio-friendly ballads and fluid guitar work.

  3. The Runaways: Queens Of Noise

    1977 · 50 YEARS

    Queens Of Noise

    The Runaways

    Joan Jett and Lita Ford deliver a sharper rock sound on this 1977 release. It reflects the high-voltage energy of the Sunset Strip.

  4. Gamma: Gamma 3

    1982 · 45 YEARS

    Gamma 3

    Gamma

    Ronnie Montrose brings muscular guitar work to this 1982 arena rock record. It is built for stadium speakers with its punchy, high-energy rhythms.

  5. The Mars Volta: Landscape Tantrums (Unfinished Original Recordings Of De​-​Loused In The Comatorium)

    2022 · 5 YEARS

    Landscape Tantrums (Unfinished Original Recordings Of De​-​Loused In The Comatorium)

    The Mars Volta

    These raw demos offer a look into the creative genesis of The Mars Volta. They provide a view of the band's frenetic energy before final studio polish.

  6. The Weeknd: Dawn FM

    2022 · 5 YEARS

    Dawn FM

    The Weeknd

    Abel Tesfaye blends eighties-inspired disco basslines and pop hooks on this 2022 release. The concept centers on a radio broadcast.

  7. Nicky Hopkins: Jamming With Edward!

    1972 · 55 YEARS

    Jamming With Edward!

    Nicky Hopkins

    Nicky Hopkins joined members of the Rolling Stones for this 1972 release. It features spontaneous blues-rock improvisation recorded during a 1969 session.

  8. Rifti Beats: Chocobo & Chill

    2021 · 6 YEARS

    Chocobo & Chill

    Rifti Beats

    Final Fantasy melodies receive a lo-fi makeover on this 2021 release. Rifti Beats transforms these compositions into a relaxing late-night experience.

  9. Cat Power: The Greatest

    2006 · 21 YEARS

    The Greatest

    Cat Power

    Chan Marshall traveled to Memphis to record this 2006 album with veteran session musicians. It marks a shift toward a warmer, organic soul sound.

  10. Wilderun: Epigone

    2022 · 5 YEARS

    Epigone

    Wilderun

    Wilderun blends folk melodies with progressive metal on this 2022 release. It is a dense, cinematic effort that demands full attention.

  11. Sick Luke: X2

    2022 · 5 YEARS

    X2

    Sick Luke

    Producer Sick Luke curates a roster of top Italian rappers on this 2022 release. It reflects the polished, high-energy sound of modern Italian hip-hop.

  12. Aguaturbia: Aguaturbia

    1970 · 57 YEARS

    Aguaturbia

    Aguaturbia

    Chilean band Aguaturbia delivers raw, distorted rock on their 1970 debut. It captures a defiant spirit through fuzz-drenched interpretations of blues standards.

  13. Monokultur: Ormens Väg

    2021 · 6 YEARS

    Ormens Väg

    Monokultur

    Monokultur leans into cold, rhythmic tension on this 2021 release. The record uses minimalist basslines to create a haunting, basement-level atmosphere.

  14. Gunna: DS4EVER

    2022 · 5 YEARS

    DS4EVER

    Gunna

    Gunna concludes his Drip Season series with this 2022 melodic trap release. It serves as a showcase for modern rap camaraderie.

  15. Oùat: Elastic Bricks

    2021 · 6 YEARS

    Elastic Bricks

    Oùat

    Oùat blends improvisation and rigorous composition on this 2021 jazz release. The trio creates a vibrant and unstable acoustic sound.

  16. Лакмус: Баттерфляй

    2004 · 23 YEARS

    Баттерфляй

    Лакмус

    Melodic hooks and indie sensibilities define this 2004 alternative rock record. It captures the DIY spirit of the era's independent scene.

  17. Aaron Burnett: Correspondence

    2022 · 5 YEARS

    Correspondence

    Aaron Burnett

    Saxophonist Aaron Burnett explores complex rhythms on this 2022 jazz project. It is a sharp, intimate look at the contemporary New York scene.

  18. Glenn Frey: Strange Weather

    1992 · 35 YEARS

    Strange Weather

    Glenn Frey

    Glenn Frey balances polished rock and atmospheric instrumentals on this 1992 release. It includes rare political commentary from the artist.

  19. Battle Beast: Unholy Savior

    2015 · 12 YEARS

    Unholy Savior

    Battle Beast

    Unholy Savior by Battle Beast dropped in 2015, combining traditional heavy metal with melodic power metal. The album features high-energy anthems and polished production focused on epic choruses.

  20. Mental Cruelty: Purgatorium

    2018 · 9 YEARS

    Purgatorium

    Mental Cruelty

    This 2018 debut from Mental Cruelty combines deathcore intensity with technical precision. It is known for its thick, suffocating wall of sound.