Albums released on 31 March
2015 · 12 YEARS
Carrie & Lowell
Sufjan Stevens
Sufjan Stevens returns to sparse, acoustic arrangements on this 2015 release. It is a quiet meditation on grief and family history recorded primarily in a home studio.
1998 · 29 YEARS
Moment Of Truth
Gang Starr
Gang Starr hit a creative peak in 1998 with this record. It remains a definitive example of East Coast boom-bap, blending philosophical lyrics with jazz-inflected production.
2009 · 18 YEARS
Rules
The Whitest Boy Alive
The Whitest Boy Alive eschewed all synthesizers and drum machines for this 2009 release. The result is a precise indie-pop record defined by clean guitars and a minimalist bass approach.
2017 · 10 YEARS
Emperor Of Sand
Mastodon
Mastodon channels personal hardship into a conceptual narrative about a desert wanderer on this 2017 release. The album balances heavy themes with progressive, melodic song structures.
2023 · 4 YEARS
The Great Escape
Larry June
Larry June collaborates with The Alchemist on this 2023 release to create a luxurious, laid-back atmosphere. It is a focused project centered on themes of wealth and success.
1969 · 58 YEARS
Dusty In Memphis
Dusty Springfield
Dusty Springfield traveled to the American South for these 1969 sessions at American Sound Studio. The record pushed her toward a gospel-inflected, soulful delivery.
1978 · 49 YEARS
...And Then There Were Three...
Genesis
A 1978 lineup change prompted Genesis to adopt a more concise, pop-oriented approach. This record bridges the gap between their progressive roots and mainstream accessibility.
2023 · 4 YEARS
The Record
boygenius
Three indie rock songwriters join forces on this 2023 project. It is a masterclass in vocal harmony that balances intimate folk with sudden bursts of rock energy.
1976 · 51 YEARS
Presence
Led Zeppelin
Led Zeppelin leaned into a raw, blues-infused rock style on this 1976 record. Robert Plant recorded his vocals from a wheelchair, adding a high-stakes intensity to the sessions.
2017 · 10 YEARS
Mental Illness
Aimee Mann
Aimee Mann explores human connection through quiet, devastating observation on this 2017 release. The album relies on minimalist acoustic arrangements.
2006 · 21 YEARS
I'm Not Dead
P!NK
P!NK grapples with personal and political frustrations on this 2006 record. It marks a transition to an introspective artist who challenges her own public image.
1986 · 41 YEARS
Parade
Prince And The Revolution
Prince And The Revolution trade heavy synthesizers for a jazz-inflected palette on this 1986 soundtrack. It remains a pivot point that incorporates horns and chamber-funk textures.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Slash
Slash
Slash collaborates with a wide array of vocalists on this 2010 project. It serves as a showcase for the guitarist's technical prowess and versatility across modern hard rock.
2009 · 18 YEARS
Quiet Nights
Diana Krall
Diana Krall blends classic jazz standards with bossa nova on this 2009 release. It focuses on a lush, late-night atmosphere provided by orchestral arrangements.
1978 · 49 YEARS
London Town
Wings
Wings recorded this 1978 album in unique locations, including a yacht in the Virgin Islands. The result is a breezy pop-rock record that reflects a period of significant transition.
1982 · 45 YEARS
Looks So Fine
Instant Funk
Instant Funk transitions from disco roots to a tighter, synth-driven boogie sound on this 1982 record. It remains a staple for dance floor collections.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Angel Of Babylon
Tobias Sammet's Avantasia
Tobias Sammet's Avantasia delivers a sprawling rock opera on this 2010 release. It balances heavy metal intensity with theatrical pop sensibilities and numerous guest vocalists.
1995 · 32 YEARS
THRAK
King Crimson
King Crimson utilizes a double-trio lineup to create a massive, intense wall of sound on this 1995 release. It is a rewarding listen that emphasizes rock power and technical precision.
2023 · 4 YEARS
The Love Still Held Me Near
City And Colour
Dallas Green explores the weight of grief through a collection of raw, acoustic folk songs on this 2023 release. The sparse arrangements highlight his signature falsetto.
2023 · 4 YEARS
London Brew
London Brew
Twelve musicians improvised this 2023 record as a response to Bitches Brew. It captures the raw energy of a group reacting to one another in real time.