Albums released on 21 June
1969 · 58 YEARS
Deep Purple
Deep Purple
Deep Purple released their self-titled album in 1969, a bridge between progressive arrangements and hard rock power. It captures the group during a period of creative transition.
1978 · 49 YEARS
Images
The Crusaders
Images by The Crusaders presents a blend of jazz improvisation and funk rhythms. It captures the late seventies jazz-funk crossover movement with technical precision.
2010 · 17 YEARS
How I Got Over
The Roots
How I Got Over by The Roots marks a shift toward a soulful, introspective sound. It bridges the gap between their live-instrumentation background and modern hip-hop.
2024 · 3 YEARS
I Want To Disappear
The Story So Far
I Want To Disappear by The Story So Far delivers raw, introspective songwriting. It maintains the group's signature energy while showcasing a mature approach to pop-punk.
1986 · 41 YEARS
Love Zone
Billy Ocean
Love Zone by Billy Ocean defines the sound of mid-eighties pop radio. It features slick synthesizers and a soulful delivery that cemented the artist's commercial standing.
2019 · 8 YEARS
Black Pumas
Black Pumas
Black Pumas by Black Pumas merges soul traditions with psychedelic guitar textures. It captures a distinct Austin sound through gritty and cinematic storytelling.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Recovery
Eminem
Recovery by Eminem documents a creative shift toward introspection and personal themes. It moves away from surreal sketches to address addiction through an aggressive lens.
1986 · 41 YEARS
GTR
GTR
GTR features the dual-guitar work of Steve Hackett and Steve Howe. This 1986 project highlights melodic rock and complex fretwork from two legends.
2005 · 22 YEARS
Robot Hive / Exodus
Clutch
Robot Hive / Exodus by Clutch showcases a blend of southern grooves and hard rock. It represents a creative high point defined by experimental and blues-infused sounds.
1987 · 40 YEARS
Join The Army
Suicidal Tendencies
Released in 1987, Join The Army documents the shift from punk into a heavier thrash style. It is a defining record for the crossover movement, blending the energy of the Venice Beach scene with muscular guitar work.
1978 · 49 YEARS
Pacific
Haruomi Hosono, Shigeru Suzuki, Tatsuro Yamashita
Pacific by Hosono, Suzuki, and Yamashita is a serene fusion of island rhythms and electronics. It acts as a postcard from a fictional, sun-drenched paradise.
2013 · 14 YEARS
Long Way Down
Tom Odell
Long Way Down by Tom Odell is a piano-led debut that explores early adulthood. It balances dramatic flourishes with intimate, melancholic songwriting.
2000 · 27 YEARS
Alone With Everybody
Richard Ashcroft
Alone With Everybody by Richard Ashcroft marks the artist's departure from The Verve. It favors a quiet, singer-songwriter approach over his previous wall of sound.
1990 · 37 YEARS
In Ogni Senso
Eros Ramazzotti
In Ogni Senso by Eros Ramazzotti established the singer as an international pop star. It blends heartfelt ballads with the high-gloss production of the early nineties.
1994 · 33 YEARS
Betty
Helmet
Betty by Helmet is a heavy alternative rock record from 1994. It utilizes precise, staccato rhythms and drop-tuned guitars to create a stark sound.
1993 · 34 YEARS
A Storm In Heaven
The Verve
A Storm In Heaven by The Verve captures the hazy atmosphere of the early nineties British underground. It is a sprawling debut defined by liquid guitar textures.
1985 · 42 YEARS
Dream Of A Lifetime
Marvin Gaye
Dream Of A Lifetime by Marvin Gaye is a posthumous collection of studio sessions. It highlights the artist's exploration of modern electronic textures and funk.
1978 · 49 YEARS
Obsession
UFO
Obsession by UFO captures the band at a peak in the late seventies. It features aggressive guitar work from Michael Schenker and a polished, arena-ready sound.
2024 · 3 YEARS
Les Chants De L'Aurore
Alcest
Les Chants De L'Aurore by Alcest explores light and transcendence. The record blends shoegaze vocals with shimmering guitars to create an ethereal, comforting experience.
1984 · 43 YEARS
One Eyed Jacks
Spear Of Destiny
One Eyed Jacks marks a shift for Kirk Brandon, moving toward an expansive, anthemic rock sound. Released in 1984, the record features soaring saxophone lines and political urgency from the UK underground scene.