Albums released on 18 July
1985 · 42 YEARS
Shamrock Diaries
Chris Rea
Chris Rea shifts away from radio production on Shamrock Diaries to focus on personal songwriting. The record highlights his gravelly vocals and bluesy guitar work through a grounded, soulful lens.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Closer
Joy Division
Released shortly after the death of Ian Curtis, Closer stands as a cold, cavernous document of post-punk. The album marks a significant shift toward icy textures and synthesizer-heavy arrangements.
1968 · 59 YEARS
Anthem Of The Sun
The Grateful Dead
Anthem Of The Sun functions as an experimental collage by splicing together studio sessions and live concert tapes. It captures the chaotic energy of the San Francisco psychedelic scene in 1968.
1995 · 32 YEARS
I Should Coco
Supergrass
I Should Coco captures the spontaneous energy of a young group realizing their potential during the mid-nineties Britpop era. It is a raw and melodic debut defined by pure enthusiasm.
1971 · 56 YEARS
Black Moses
Isaac Hayes
Black Moses reimagines pop standards through deep orchestral arrangements and spoken-word segments. It represents a bold expansion of soul music into ambitious, long-form storytelling.
1977 · 50 YEARS
Village People
Village People
Building on the aesthetics of the New York underground club scene, Village People presents a polished take on disco. It introduces a group that would soon find global recognition.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Joy And Pain
Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly
Frankie Beverly delivers a universal, feel-good energy on this record. It relies on warm instrumentation and tight, rhythmic interplay to create a lasting groove.
1978 · 49 YEARS
Do It All Night
Curtis Mayfield
Do It All Night finds Curtis Mayfield blending his social consciousness with the sleek pulse of disco. It features lush strings and tight percussion patterns.
1973 · 54 YEARS
Deodato 2
Eumir Deodato
Deodato 2 finds the Brazilian musician doubling down on his fusion of classical motifs and funk grooves. It showcases confident orchestral-jazz arrangements.
1995 · 32 YEARS
Jazzmatazz Volume II: The New Reality
Guru
Jazzmatazz Volume II: The New Reality features a collaborative dialogue between hip-hop beats and live jazz. Guru invites guests like Branford Marsalis to expand his ambitious vision.
2001 · 26 YEARS
千と千尋の神隠し サウンドトラック
Joe Hisaishi
Joe Hisaishi creates an emotional score for Studio Ghibli using minimalist piano and orchestral arrangements. The music mirrors a journey into a realm of wonder.
2025 · 2 YEARS
The Cosmic Selector Vol. 1
Lord Huron
The Cosmic Selector Vol. 1 is an expansive indie rock collection defined by cinematic flair. It offers a curated journey through ethereal melodies.
1983 · 44 YEARS
No Parlez
Paul Young
No Parlez blends soulful vocals with synthesized arrangements to capture the early eighties pop sound. It includes a moody interpretation of a Joy Division track.
1995 · 32 YEARS
Dreaming Of You
Selena
Dreaming Of You bridges Tejano roots with pop crossover potential. It features English and Spanish tracks that demonstrate a broad vocal range.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Honeysuckle Rose (Music From The Original Soundtrack)
Willie Nelson & Family
Honeysuckle Rose serves as a time capsule for the popularity of Willie Nelson in the 1980s. It blends cinematic persona with the chemistry of his touring band.
1979 · 48 YEARS
When You're #1
Gene Chandler
When You're #1 sees Gene Chandler move from doo-wop toward the disco and funk sounds of 1979. It highlights a versatile vocal delivery alongside polished arrangements.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Crocodiles
Echo & The Bunnymen
Crocodiles is a moody post-punk record from Liverpool featuring shimmering guitar lines. It establishes the band as architects of a brooding, atmospheric sound.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Do A Runner
Athletico Spizz 80
Athletico Spizz 80 captures the frantic DIY spirit of 1980. The record blends sharp guitars with a satirical wit and early synth experimentation.
1995 · 32 YEARS
Belladonna
Belladonna
Belladonna is defined by gritty, aggressive riffs and a raw, underground rock sound. It captures a volatile tension present in the studio in 1995.
1995 · 32 YEARS
Super Ape Inna Jungle
Lee Perry
Super Ape Inna Jungle finds Lee Scratch Perry experimenting with faster tempos and jungle rhythms. It is a collision between Kingston heritage and UK breakbeat culture.