Albums released on 8 November
1971 · 56 YEARS
Untitled
Led Zeppelin
Led Zeppelin’s fourth studio effort emerged in 1971 without a traditional title, instead using four distinct symbols. Most of the record was tracked in a Hampshire house with the Rolling Stones Mobile Studio.
1983 · 44 YEARS
Yentl - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Barbra Streisand
Barbra Streisand delivers a full soundtrack featuring music by Michel Legrand and lyrics by Alan and Marilyn Bergman. The collection includes the lead single The Way He Makes Me Feel and peaked at number nine on the Billboard 200.
1993 · 34 YEARS
Live At Donington (August 22nd 1992)
Iron Maiden
Iron Maiden headlined the Monsters of Rock festival at Donington Park in 1992 during their Fear of the Dark tour. Steve Harris produced this document of the performance, which captures the band from the opening track to the finale.
1994 · 33 YEARS
The Main Ingredient
Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth
Pete Rock and C.L. Smooth return with heavy soul and jazz samples, utilizing vocal scratches from Biz Markie. The record charted on both the R&B albums list and the Billboard 200 following its 1994 release.
2019 · 8 YEARS
Amnioverse
Lapalux
Stuart Howard handled production and mixing for his fourth studio album as Lapalux. Released in 2019, the project features guest appearances from Louisahhh, JFDR, and Pawws alongside modular synthesisers.
2024 · 3 YEARS
Come Ahead
Primal Scream
Bobby Gillespie’s father appears on the cover of this 2024 release, which features production by David Holmes. The songs grew from acoustic sketches into a collection centered on themes of conflict.
2019 · 8 YEARS
Magdalene
FKA Twigs
A personal exploration of vulnerability and recovery, this record moves between fragile vocals and sharp electronic textures. It creates an intimate atmosphere by blending experimental downtempo with contemporary R&B.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Man On The Moon II: The Legend Of Mr. Rager
Kid Cudi
Dark, atmospheric production characterizes this sophomore effort, which blends hip hop with psychedelic rock. It serves as an exploration of mental health and the pressure of fame.
1974 · 53 YEARS
Sheer Heart Attack
Queen
Brian May tracked his guitar parts for Brighton Rock while recovering from hepatitis. The 1974 release showcases the band blending heavy riffs with vaudeville influences.
2017 · 10 YEARS
Synthesis
Evanescence
Amy Lee reimagines established songs by replacing heavy guitars with sweeping strings and electronic beats. It highlights the cinematic core of the band's work in a sophisticated new style.
2011 · 16 YEARS
Carrion Crawler / The Dream EP
Thee Oh Sees
Two separate EPs combine to create a record marked by garage-psych intensity. The band balances chaotic noise with tight, locked-in grooves across every track.
1994 · 33 YEARS
Tical
Method Man
The Wu-Tang Clan’s first solo breakout record delivers a raw, unfiltered sound that defined the label's early dominance. It features a unique, raspy flow over gritty, basement-level production.
1983 · 44 YEARS
The Revölution By Night
Blue Öyster Cult
Heavy metal legends adopted a polished, synth-heavy sound for this 1983 release. It features the band’s first collaboration with outside songwriters in a move toward a commercial aesthetic.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Ace Of Spades
Motörhead
Lemmy Kilmister wrote the title track to describe the band's relentless lifestyle through gambling metaphors. The record remains a definitive piece of high-octane speed metal.
1993 · 34 YEARS
So Natural
Lisa Stansfield
A stripped-back, sophisticated approach defines this 1993 R&B and soul release. It marks a transition from dance-pop polish toward a warmer, more intimate sound.
1975 · 52 YEARS
Changes One
Charles Mingus
This 1975 release features a quartet including pianist Don Pullen. The album reflects a move toward experimental structures while maintaining the blues at its heart.
1972 · 55 YEARS
666
Aphrodite's Child
Vangelis and Demis Roussos crafted this sprawling concept album based on the Book of Revelation. It remains a singular progressive rock document with apocalyptic themes.
2019 · 8 YEARS
Lost Wisdom Pt. 2
Mount Eerie
Phil Elverum and Julie Doiron reunite for a raw dialogue about aging, grief, and love. The music features a sparse, acoustic aesthetic rooted in Pacific Northwest folk traditions.
1991 · 36 YEARS
Come Un Cammello In Una Grondaia
Franco Battiato
Orchestral arrangements meet pop sensibilities in this contemplative 1991 release. It represents a high-water mark for the artist, blending classical compositions with modern songwriting.
1994 · 33 YEARS
Musik
Plastikman
Richie Hawtin strips electronic music to its skeletal core using hypnotic, repetitive loops. It is a masterclass in minimalism from the mid-nineties Plus 8 label era.