Albums released on 5 November
1982 · 45 YEARS
Computer Games
George Clinton
George Clinton returned to form with this 1982 release, tracking most of the material in Detroit studios. It features a rotating cast of former Parliament and Funkadelic players, yielding two R&B hits and a solid chart performance.
1991 · 36 YEARS
The Sky Is Crying
Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble
Jimmie Vaughan compiled this collection from sessions recorded by his brother Stevie Ray Vaughan between 1984 and 1989. It arrived over a year after the guitarist's death, featuring previously unreleased tracks across multiple cities.
1996 · 31 YEARS
The Don Killuminati (The 7 Day Theory)
Makaveli
Recorded in just seven days at Can-Am Studios, this 1996 project is the only album released under Tupac Shakur's Makaveli name. It debuted at number one shortly after his passing, driven by a team of producers and the Outlawz.
2002 · 25 YEARS
American IV: The Man Comes Around
Johnny Cash
Johnny Cash recorded these tracks in 2002 while struggling with health issues, working alongside Rick Rubin and John Carter Cash. The record relies heavily on covers, including contributions from Fiona Apple and Nick Cave.
2007 · 20 YEARS
Untrue
Burial
Burial crafted this 2007 release using Sound Forge to manipulate vocal samples into new arrangements. The project moves between short, atmospheric pieces and longer tracks, eventually climbing the UK charts following its debut.
2021 · 6 YEARS
Day/Night
Parcels
Parcels wrote these nineteen tracks following forest fires and floods in Australia before recording in Paris. The double album is split into two halves, contrasting a lighter day-themed set with a darker night-themed sequence.
2013 · 14 YEARS
The Marshall Mathers LP 2
Eminem
Eminem revives an early persona for this follow-up to his 2000 release. It examines his own career standing while pairing complex lyricism with aggressive, high-energy production from frequent collaborators.
1971 · 56 YEARS
Stones
Neil Diamond
Neil Diamond delivers a deeply personal 1971 set, highlighted by his painstaking work on the hit I Am...I Said. It marks a shift for the songwriter, blending orchestral elements with an earnest, grounded vocal performance.
1982 · 45 YEARS
Hello, I Must Be Going!
Phil Collins
Phil Collins channels the breakdown of his first marriage into this 1982 collection. The record contrasts sharp pop melodies with heavy, aggressive moments that highlight his transition away from his earlier progressive rock roots.
1970 · 57 YEARS
Just For Love
Quicksilver Messenger Service
Quicksilver Messenger Service moved toward a softer, folk-oriented sound with this 1970 release. Emerging from the San Francisco psychedelic scene, the band favors acoustic textures and an improvisational approach.
2021 · 6 YEARS
Voyage
ABBA
This 2021 release features the Swedish group returning with their characteristic melodies and updated production. It serves as a polished final chapter that leans into vocal chemistry and a contemporary pop aesthetic.
1979 · 48 YEARS
Eyes Of The Universe
Barclay James Harvest
Barclay James Harvest pivoted toward a more radio-friendly sound on this 1979 release. The record is noted for its lush, symphonic textures and a shift toward the polished production that became common in the early eighties.
2002 · 25 YEARS
Tallahassee
The Mountain Goats
John Darnielle departed from his lo-fi cassette traditions to record this concept album in a professional studio. It follows the narrative of a crumbling marriage in Florida, captured with sharp lyrics and acoustic guitar work.
1989 · 38 YEARS
Beneath The Remains
Sepultura
Sepultura transformed from raw noise to a technical thrash powerhouse with this 1989 release. Recorded in Rio de Janeiro and mixed in Florida, it remains a defining moment for the band and the South American metal scene.
1973 · 54 YEARS
Deliver The Word
War
War combines street-level funk with jazz arrangements on this 1973 release. It captures a band at their creative peak, blending warm analog production with gritty percussion and smooth horn lines.
1984 · 43 YEARS
Rising Force
Yngwie Malmsteen
Rising Force brought neo-classical metal to the forefront in 1984. It established a style defined by intense, high-speed shredding and melodies inspired by Bach.
2002 · 25 YEARS
Justified
Justin Timberlake
Justin Timberlake transitioned from boy-band pop to groove-heavy R&B on this 2002 release. Working with The Neptunes and Timbaland, the album favors crisp percussion and futuristic textures over traditional polish.
1974 · 53 YEARS
With Everything I Feel In Me
Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin explores a polished pop-soul aesthetic on this 1974 release. The album features a mix of originals and covers, benefiting from the lush arrangements typical of Atlantic Records at the time.
1984 · 43 YEARS
Alf
Alison Moyet
Alison Moyet steps out from Yazoo to deliver a solo debut rich in soul and synth-pop. The record balances crisp eighties synthesizers with a warm, jazz-inflected vocal performance.
2007 · 20 YEARS
X
Kylie Minogue
Kylie Minogue embraces a jagged, electronic edge on this 2007 release. The album blends hip-hop beats with pop sensibilities, resulting in an eclectic mix of club anthems and stripped-back ballads.