Albums released on 29 May
1969 · 58 YEARS
Crosby, Stills & Nash
Crosby, Stills & Nash
Crosby, Stills & Nash debuted in 1969 with a record that introduced intricate vocal harmonies to rock. It marks the shift from psychedelic experimentation to a singer-songwriter focus.
1987 · 40 YEARS
Bigger And Deffer (BAD)
LL Cool J
LL Cool J solidified Def Jam's status with this 1987 release. It is notable for the inclusion of the crossover ballad I Need Love alongside the artist's aggressive signature style.
1981 · 46 YEARS
Present Arms
UB40
Released in 1981, this UB40 album serves as a direct response to the economic climate of Birmingham. It is known for social commentary and heavy, atmospheric dub production.
2020 · 7 YEARS
Chromatica
Lady Gaga
Chromatica arrived in 2020 as a cathartic return to the dance floor for Lady Gaga. It is a concept record set on a fictional planet where kindness and rhythm are essential.
2020 · 7 YEARS
POP
Fynn Kliemann
Fynn Kliemann combines a DIY approach with pop music on this 2020 release. The album functions as a musical diary, shifting between introspective ballads and radio hooks.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Are You Satisfied?
Slaves
Slaves debuted in 2015 with a chaotic, guitar-driven sound. It captures the energy of the UK punk revival through repetitive riffs and observational lyrics.
1984 · 43 YEARS
Private Dancer
Tina Turner
Tina Turner reinvented herself with this 1984 record, moving from soul singer to global rock artist. It defined her second act through sleek synthesizers and punchy drums.
1990 · 37 YEARS
Between The Lines
Jason Donovan
Jason Donovan moved toward a mature, synth-heavy sound on this 1990 effort. It serves as a snapshot of the shift from bubblegum pop to glossy, programmed beats.
1979 · 48 YEARS
Mirrors
Blue Öyster Cult
Blue Öyster Cult moved toward a radio-friendly sound with this 1979 release produced by Tom Werman. The record trades occult-tinged grit for tight, polished arrangements.
2012 · 15 YEARS
King Tuff
King Tuff
King Tuff embraced 1970s power pop on this 2012 release. The record is packed with massive hooks, blending lo-fi influence with a polished, rebellious garage rock aesthetic.
2020 · 7 YEARS
Alfredo
Freddie Gibbs
Freddie Gibbs delivers sharp lyricism over soulful, sample-heavy beats on this 2020 project. It is a lean hip-hop release that focuses on quality over filler.
1984 · 43 YEARS
A Pagan Place
The Waterboys
The Waterboys released this 1984 album to capture a grand, sweeping sound they termed The Big Music. It bridges their early post-punk style with folk-infused anthems.
2015 · 12 YEARS
In Colour
Jamie XX
Jamie XX blended soulful vocal samples with propulsive rhythms on this 2015 record. It offers a sophisticated journey through electronic music and late-night dance floor atmospheres.
1989 · 38 YEARS
Tranzophobia
Mega City Four
Mega City Four prioritized speed and melody on their 1989 debut. It captures the anxieties of suburban life and helped solidify the band as a UK punk staple.
2020 · 7 YEARS
Free Nationals
The Free Nationals
The Free Nationals stepped into the spotlight in 2020 with this self-titled debut. It blends neo-soul, funk, and hip-hop through a collaborative spirit.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Don't Look Back
Natalie Cole
Natalie Cole leaned into a polished R&B sound on this 1980 release. It is a professional and personal collection featuring the emotive ballad Someone That I Used To Love.
2000 · 27 YEARS
Fevers And Mirrors
Bright Eyes
Bright Eyes recorded this 2000 album, a dense and theatrical collection of songs. It remains a cornerstone of the indie scene, blending acoustic folk with experimental production.
2000 · 27 YEARS
Can't Take Me Home
P!NK
P!NK arrived in 2000 with an R&B-focused debut. The record captures her raw vocal potential and finds her working within the glossy, beat-driven sounds of the era.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Peace Is The Mission
Major Lazer
Major Lazer brought Caribbean rhythms to mainstream radio on this 2015 record. It serves as a bridge between underground dancehall culture and the mid-2010s festival aesthetic.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Currency Of Man
Melody Gardot
Melody Gardot explores jazz and soul on her 2015 release. The record features a cinematic, blues-drenched atmosphere and showcases her unique approach to the genre.