Albums released on 26 May
2015 · 12 YEARS
At.Long.Last.A$AP
A$AP Rocky
At.Long.A$AP trades traditional Harlem hip-hop for a moody, experimental style. It is a dense, claustrophobic project exploring the pressures of fame.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Multi-Love
Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Multi-Love uses polyamorous themes and raw confessionals to anchor its indie-pop sound. It is a sun-drenched record driven by infectious synthesizer hooks.
2002 · 25 YEARS
The Eminem Show
Eminem
The Eminem Show captures the rapper at the height of his commercial powers. It balances aggressive confrontation with ironic commentary on his own global fame.
2017 · 10 YEARS
Is This The Life We Really Want?
Roger Waters
Roger Waters returns to a familiar solo style on this 2017 release. It acts as a cohesive concept record focusing on political critiques and personal reflection.
1967 · 60 YEARS
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
The Beatles
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band changed the studio into an instrument. It defines the psychedelic peak of 1967 with layered tape effects and orchestral arrangements.
1978 · 49 YEARS
Pyramid
The Alan Parsons Project
Pyramid uses Ancient Egyptian mysticism to explore the afterlife and human obsession. It pairs grand instrumentals with surprisingly catchy pop elements.
2011 · 16 YEARS
Ukulele Songs
Eddie Vedder
Ukulele Songs strips away the stadium roar for a collection of vulnerable tracks. Eddie Vedder uses a single instrument to convey significant emotional weight.
2006 · 21 YEARS
Tradimento
Fabri Fibra
Tradimento changed Italian hip hop by moving an underground lyricist to the mainstream. It is an unapologetic look at generational frustration.
2023 · 4 YEARS
Time
Simply Red
Time blends modern production with the group's classic blue-eyed soul roots. It emphasizes rhythmic precision and vocal warmth.
1992 · 35 YEARS
Peng!
Stereolab
Stereolab debut with a set of motorik rhythms and droning organ lines in 1992. It captures a raw, garage-style energy that focuses on hypnotic, repetitive loops.
2014 · 13 YEARS
In The Lonely Hour
Sam Smith
In The Lonely Hour centers on the theme of unrequited love through gospel-inflected vocals. It uses a minimalist production style to keep the focus on emotional vulnerability.
1992 · 35 YEARS
Kiko
Los Lobos
Kiko marks a surreal shift for the band through avant-garde studio techniques. It is a moody, cinematic departure from their roots-rock origins.
1989 · 38 YEARS
Big Tyme
Heavy D. & The Boyz
Big Tyme bridges the gap between R&B and hip-hop through New Jack Swing. It is a landmark release for its pop-friendly rhythmic style.
2017 · 10 YEARS
The Amazons
The Amazons
The Amazons captures the raw urgency of a band moving from pubs to festival stages. It is a confident debut built on guitar-driven hooks.
2023 · 4 YEARS
The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte
Sparks
The Mael brothers continue their long career with this 2023 release. The tracks combine deadpan storytelling with sharp, minimalist electronic production.
2023 · 4 YEARS
My Soft Machine
Arlo Parks
My Soft Machine explores growing up through modern neo-soul grooves. It is a hazy, conversational record perfect for late-night listening.
2017 · 10 YEARS
Different Days
The Charlatans
Different Days finds the band in a reflective mood with a mature sound. It is an inviting, spacious record that balances classic rock energy.
2017 · 10 YEARS
3-D (1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8)
Kraftwerk
3-D (1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8) re-records the catalog to create an immersive live experience. It is a masterclass in electronic engineering and spatial audio.
2008 · 19 YEARS
Aerial
2562
Deep bass and skeletal percussion define this 2008 release. The tracks strip away excess to focus on hypnotic rhythms and metallic textures.
1989 · 38 YEARS
Psycho Cafe
Bang Tango
Psycho Cafe brings a groove-heavy approach to the 1989 Los Angeles rock scene. It moves between aggressive anthems and blues-inflected songs with a rhythmic edge.