Albums released on 10 May
1982 · 45 YEARS
Mountain Music
Alabama
This 1982 release captures the shift toward rock-influenced country and multi-part harmonies. It stands out for its polished, professional aesthetic and modern stadium-ready sound.
2010 · 17 YEARS
High Violet
The National
Anchored by baritone vocals and suburban malaise, this 2010 album marked a shift toward indie mainstream recognition. It features layered percussion and sweeping arrangements.
1978 · 49 YEARS
Natural High
Commodores
Marking a pivot toward sophisticated pop, this 1978 release balances high-energy funk with radio-ready arrangements. It features the notable ballad Three Times a Lady.
1976 · 51 YEARS
Fly Like An Eagle
Steve Miller Band
Space-age effects and synthesizers define this 1976 shift from blues-rock to a polished, radio-friendly sound. It acts as a time capsule of mid-seventies high-fidelity production.
1994 · 33 YEARS
Weezer
Weezer
Produced by Ric Ocasek, this 1994 debut transitioned alternative rock into a melodic, pop-conscious space. It is famous for balancing nervous energy with earworm hooks.
1993 · 34 YEARS
Modern Life Is Rubbish
Blur
Following an American tour, the band retreated to England to reinvent their sound. This 1993 release offers a biting, observational look at suburban British life.
1993 · 34 YEARS
No Limits
2 Unlimited
Defined by relentless BPM and high-energy synth hooks, this 1993 album represents a peak for the Eurodance movement. It features a techno-rap formula with contrasting vocal dynamics.
2004 · 23 YEARS
Hopes And Fears
Keane
Replacing electric guitars with piano, this 2004 release became a landmark of British pop-rock. It relies on raw, emotive melodies to create soaring anthems.
1981 · 46 YEARS
Computerwelt
Kraftwerk
A rhythmic obsession with digital life, this 1981 release uses robotic precision to predict the modern era. It is a minimalist work built on custom synthesizers.
1974 · 53 YEARS
In Too Much Too Soon
New York Dolls
This 1974 sophomore effort captures the chaotic spirit of the New York underground. It features a trashy glam-rock aesthetic and loose, raw production.
1999 · 28 YEARS
Remedy
Basement Jaxx
Turning underground house into something chaotic and colorful, this 1999 record changed London's club scene. It blends frantic breakbeats with Latin percussion.
1988 · 39 YEARS
Lovesexy
Prince
Released in 1988, this high-concept project explores a spiritual journey from darkness to light. It is a cohesive work centered on sparse, punchy drum machines.
2019 · 8 YEARS
Here Comes The Cowboy
Mac Demarco
Stripped back and minimalist, this 2019 release trades manic indie-pop for a hazy, cowboy-themed mood. It rewards those looking to sit with the music.
1993 · 34 YEARS
Rancid
Rancid
This 1993 debut is a raw, high-speed bridge between hardcore and the band's later ska-punk sound. It is a gritty record filled with working-class frustration.
2010 · 17 YEARS
ZAZ
Zaz
Blending street-corner busking energy with studio polish, this 2010 debut invokes the spirit of Paris. It mixes gypsy jazz guitar with modern pop sensibilities.
2011 · 16 YEARS
Burst Apart
The Antlers
Emotive and atmospheric, this 2011 release acts as a melodic follow-up to the band's narrative work. It features fragile vocals and intricate, textured arrangements.
1986 · 41 YEARS
Home & Abroad.
The Style Council
Documenting live performances across Europe and Japan, this 1986 release highlights the band's transition into a tight, horn-driven ensemble.
1994 · 33 YEARS
Diary
Sunny Day Real Estate
Diary is a mid-nineties emo record known for its raw, unpolished honesty. It remains a masterclass in tension between driving guitars and vulnerable vocals.
1971 · 56 YEARS
Prelude To...
Barbara & Ernie
Blending folk sensibilities with psychedelic soul, this 1971 release defies easy categorization. It is a warm, experimental record featuring intricate guitar work.
1978 · 49 YEARS
Heart To Heart
David Sanborn
Establishing a signature emotive tone, this 1978 release helped define the smooth jazz movement. It balances tight funk rhythms with lush, soulful melodies.