Albums released on 22 June
1987 · 40 YEARS
Diesel And Dust
Midnight Oil
Midnight Oil traveled to remote Australian regions to create these songs. The resulting record is a fierce, visceral demand for reconciliation.
1977 · 50 YEARS
JT
James Taylor
This 1977 release marks a successful label move for James Taylor. It remains a definitive collection of polished, soft rock singer-songwriter material.
2018 · 9 YEARS
Pray For The Wicked
Panic! At The Disco
Brendon Urie drew on his Broadway experience to create this maximalist pop record. It acts as a victory lap documenting his climb to pop stardom.
1971 · 56 YEARS
Blue
Joni Mitchell
Joni Mitchell wrote these ten songs during a period of deep personal transition. The record functions like a private diary exploring love and independence.
1999 · 28 YEARS
Significant Other
Limp Bizkit
Limp Bizkit solidified their place in the mainstream with this heavy, rhythmic release. It remains a defining example of late nineties angst.
2018 · 9 YEARS
Bad Witch
Nine Inch Nails
Nine Inch Nails lean into abrasive textures on this 2018 project. It bridges the gap between traditional rock and complex electronic experimentation.
1979 · 48 YEARS
Rust Never Sleeps
Neil Young
Neil Young presents a critique of rock stardom on this album. He alternates between intimate folk songs and feedback-heavy electric jams.
1985 · 42 YEARS
Steve McQueen
Prefab Sprout
Paddy McAloon crafted these songs with impressive melodic precision. It is a high-water mark for sophisticated British pop from the mid-eighties.
2018 · 9 YEARS
Heaven And Earth
Kamasi Washington
Spanning three hours, this record explores the divide between internal life and the external world. It is a massive, ambitious work of modern jazz.
1973 · 54 YEARS
Touch Me In The Morning
Diana Ross
This 1973 release marks a shift toward sophisticated adult-contemporary soul for Diana Ross. The title track displays remarkable vocal restraint.
1982 · 45 YEARS
Nothing To Fear
Oingo Boingo
Danny Elfman brings manic energy to this 1982 record. It shows the band evolving from a performance art troupe into a sharp rock outfit.
2004 · 23 YEARS
A Ghost Is Born
Wilco
Jeff Tweedy dealt with personal anxiety during the creation of this raw, introspective record. It features a jarring ten-minute drone centerpiece.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Communion
Years & Years
Olly Alexander pairs personal lyrics with shimmering, high-energy synth-pop. This album defined the sound of radio in the mid-2010s.
1981 · 46 YEARS
For Your Eyes Only (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Bill Conti
Bill Conti takes over scoring duties for For Your Eyes Only, bringing a fresh, brass-heavy energy to the franchise. This 1981 release captures the transition toward a more contemporary cinematic sound.
2018 · 9 YEARS
Essential
Soulwax
Twelve tracks flow together as a continuous, hypnotic mix in this studio-focused project. It is a precise display of modern electronic craftsmanship.
1993 · 34 YEARS
Mi Tierra
Gloria Estefan
Gloria Estefan honors her Cuban heritage with this 1993 tribute record. It is a celebration of traditional rhythms rather than a crossover effort.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Selfish Machines
Pierce The Veil
Theatrical vocals and experimental structures define this post-hardcore release. It is a bold effort that redefined the potential of the emo sound.
2000 · 27 YEARS
Sound Of Water
Saint Etienne
Sound Of Water finds Saint Etienne exploring a hazy, cinematic sound that feels like a dream. This 2000 release combines melancholic storytelling with avant-garde pop.
1987 · 40 YEARS
Strange Weather
Marianne Faithfull
Marianne Faithfull employs a gravelly, smoke-filled voice for these late-night interpretations. It is a sparse, noir-drenched record from 1987.
1998 · 29 YEARS
Five
Five
Five burst onto the scene in 1998 with a mix of boy band harmonies and hip-hop production. It is a time capsule of late-nineties pop.