Albums released on 22 November
1963 · 63 YEARS
With The Beatles
The Beatles
With The Beatles shows a pivotal shift as the band began writing original material. The record balances these tracks with high-energy interpretations of Motown and R&B.
1994 · 32 YEARS
Vitalogy
Pearl Jam
Vitalogy marks a raw departure from the band's earlier stadium sound. It features an unpredictable collection of songs recorded during a period of intense internal pressure.
1985 · 41 YEARS
Easy Pieces
Lloyd Cole & The Commotions
Easy Pieces highlights a move toward a more restless, synth-driven aesthetic. Lloyd Cole pairs sharp lyrical observations with a cleaner studio sound.
1977 · 49 YEARS
Chic
Chic
Chic features a dry, punchy sound that emphasizes the rhythm section over lush arrangements. It proved that dance music could be both sophisticated and infectious.
2019 · 7 YEARS
Hidden History Of The Human Race
Blood Incantation
Hidden History Of The Human Race balances technical death metal with atmospheric passages. It is rooted in the modern underground and captures a raw, analog warmth.
2005 · 21 YEARS
Hypnotize
System Of A Down
Hypnotize features Rick Rubin producing a frantic, high-energy sound. It acts as a final statement of the band's technical chemistry before a long hiatus.
2010 · 16 YEARS
My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
Kanye West
My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy blends raw vulnerability with cinematic scale. The record was shaped by strict studio rules and a rotating cast of collaborators.
1982 · 44 YEARS
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Midnight Oil
Midnight Oil combine global anxieties with political urgency on this 1982 album. It is a definitive work of the Cold War era, driven by Peter Garrett's distinct vocal style and a persistent, rhythmic intensity.
2004 · 22 YEARS
How To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb
U2
U2 grapple with personal mortality and legacy on this 2004 release. The songwriting moves toward a more intimate, stripped-back sincerity than their work in the nineties.
1976 · 50 YEARS
Hejira
Joni Mitchell
Hejira marks a shift toward jazz-inflected folk following a cross-country drive. It features fluid bass lines that weave through sparse arrangements.
1999 · 27 YEARS
O Monstro Precisa De Amigos
Ornatos Violeta
Ornatos Violeta delivered a defining sophomore album in 1999 that blended introspection with pop appeal. It turned complex emotional themes into songs that felt both personal and universal.
1977 · 49 YEARS
The Hardness Of The World
Slave
The Hardness Of The World defined the Dayton funk sound with aggressive brass sections. The record features a dry, punchy drum style that influenced later hip-hop.
2024 · 2 YEARS
The Way Out Of Easy
Jeff Parker ETA IVtet
Jeff Parker explores fluid, improvisational territory on this 2024 record. It blends post-bop ideas with subtle electronic layers in a live, conversational format.
1982 · 44 YEARS
Do Ya Wanna Funk
Sylvester
Sylvester delivers a high-energy dance staple on this 1982 release, backed by Patrick Cowley's synth-heavy production. It showcases the powerful vocal delivery that established him as a major name in the underground club scene.
2019 · 7 YEARS
Hyperspace
Beck
Beck leans into minimalist synth-pop and ambient textures on this 2019 release. It marks a departure from his previous folk-heavy experiments in favor of a polished, futuristic sound.
2019 · 7 YEARS
Petite Amie
Juliette Armanet
Petite Amie centers on piano-driven melodies and intimate songwriting. The record bridges classic French chanson with a modern, stripped-back aesthetic.
2004 · 22 YEARS
Love.Angel.Music.Baby.
Gwen Stefani
Love.Angel.Music.Baby. captures the mid-2000s zeitgeist through electro and dance-pop. It draws from a fascination with Japanese street culture.
2004 · 22 YEARS
Plague Angel
Marduk
Plague Angel pivots toward a heavier, more deliberate sense of dread. It redefined the band's sound through a sharper and more claustrophobic production.
2010 · 16 YEARS
Pink Friday
Nicki Minaj
Pink Friday bridges mainstream pop and classic hip-hop foundations. It showcases a versatile range that appeals to radio listeners and genre enthusiasts.
2019 · 7 YEARS
Everyday Life
Coldplay
Everyday Life splits its focus into two halves to explore global humanity. The record favors a loose, organic atmosphere over polished radio hits.