Albums released on 11 May
2009 · 18 YEARS
Moderat
Moderat
A 2009 collaboration between Apparat and Modeselektor that merges Berlin club music with pop structures. It stands out for its blend of IDM glitch and melodic warmth.
2005 · 22 YEARS
Demon Days
Gorillaz
This 2005 release established the virtual group as a major cultural presence. It mixes bleak, cinematic themes with groove-heavy production from Danger Mouse.
1987 · 40 YEARS
That Total Age
Nitzer Ebb
A 1987 debut that strips away melody for pure industrial aggression. It remains a cornerstone of the electronic body music scene due to its rhythmic intensity.
2018 · 9 YEARS
Tranquility Base Hotel + Casino
Arctic Monkeys
Alex Turner shifted toward a lounge-pop aesthetic for this 2018 record. It replaces guitar-driven rock with cinematic storytelling and piano-based compositions.
1981 · 46 YEARS
Nightclubbing
Grace Jones
Recorded in the Bahamas, this 1981 release features the rhythm section of Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare. It is a defining document of the neon-lit, dub-heavy post-disco era.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Total Life Forever
Foals
This 2010 release captures a shift toward atmospheric, reverb-drenched indie rock. It balances interlocking guitar work with a new emotional weight.
2004 · 23 YEARS
A Grand Don't Come For Free
The Streets
A 2004 narrative album detailing a search for lost money. It uses garage-rap beats and spoken-word delivery to depict UK suburban life.
2018 · 9 YEARS
Die Lit
Playboi Carti
A 2018 release that defined the modern trap subgenre. It is known for minimalist production and experimental vocal hooks.
1974 · 53 YEARS
Bridge Of Sighs
Robin Trower
This 1974 release is a high-water mark for power trios, utilizing the Uni-Vibe effect. It defines the mid-seventies hard rock transition toward psychedelic sound.
2018 · 9 YEARS
7
Beach House
A 2018 dream pop release that utilizes shimmering synths and hazy vocals. It marks a push toward experimental production and sonic clarity.
1998 · 29 YEARS
Version 2.0
Garbage
A 1998 release that blends industrial edges with pop hooks. It captures the late-nineties obsession with technology through sample-heavy production.
2009 · 18 YEARS
Sort Of Revolution
Fink
Fink moves toward a raw, guitar-driven sound on this 2009 release. It reflects his trip-hop background while emphasizing folk-leaning acoustic textures.
1977 · 50 YEARS
Paris By Night
Patrick Juvet
A 1977 release that serves as a masterclass in late-seventies glamour. It balances orchestral arrangements with Europop dance energy.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Relayted
Gayngs
Twenty-two musicians recorded this 2010 project at 69 beats per minute. It is a slow-motion fever dream of 1980s R&B and soft rock.
1996 · 31 YEARS
Peace Beyond Passion
Me'Shell NdegéOcello
A 1996 neo-soul record that addresses faith and identity. It is noted for blending jazz textures with conscious songwriting.
2023 · 4 YEARS
Alles Glänzt
Feine Sahne Fischfilet
A 2023 release that balances political urgency with vulnerability. It grounds the band’s antifascist roots in a gritty, authentic rock sound.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Treats
Sleigh Bells
A 2010 debut that mixes distorted riffs with sugary pop hooks. It captures the high-energy spirit of the Brooklyn indie scene.
1967 · 60 YEARS
Electric Music For The Mind And Body
Country Joe And The Fish
A 1967 release that defines the adventurous side of the Summer of Love. It mixes folk sensibilities with experimental studio techniques.
1993 · 34 YEARS
Whatever
Aimee Mann
A 1993 solo debut that explores heartbreak with emotional precision. It marks a transition between eighties production and nineties guitar-driven styles.
1971 · 56 YEARS
Long Player
Faces
A 1971 record that captures the raw chemistry of Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood. It favors whiskey-soaked camaraderie over studio polish.