Albums released on 9 November
1993 · 33 YEARS
Midnight Marauders
A Tribe Called Quest
A Tribe Called Quest delivered a landmark in 1993 with this release. Its jazz-inflected bass and organic drums created a sound that defined the New York hip-hop scene.
2005 · 21 YEARS
Confessions On A Dance Floor
Madonna
Madonna pivots back to her club roots on this 2005 release. It plays as a continuous DJ mix designed to maintain high energy from start to finish.
1993 · 33 YEARS
Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Wu-Tang Clan
In 1993, nine Staten Island rappers changed East Coast hip-hop forever. This record is a raw document of the boom bap era that holds its power today.
1970 · 56 YEARS
Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs
Derek & The Dominos
Eric Clapton channels unrequited love into some of the most intense guitar playing on record. These 1970 sessions are defined by the interplay between Clapton and Duane Allman.
2013 · 13 YEARS
Minecraft - Volume Beta
C418
C418 created an expansive and melancholic world with this 2013 release. It represents a significant shift in video game soundtracks by favoring emotive textures over background noise.
2018 · 8 YEARS
Simulation Theory
Muse
Muse shifted toward a polished, synth-heavy aesthetic on this 2018 record. It embraces sci-fi themes and 1980s pop influences to create a sprawling digital experience.
1987 · 39 YEARS
Savage
Eurythmics
The Eurythmics abandoned their pop polish for a darker, experimental direction in 1987. This record uses biting rhythm and obsession-fueled themes to explore a new creative vision.
2012 · 14 YEARS
Take Me Home
One Direction
One Direction transitioned into global stars with this 2012 release. It balances high-energy pop anthems with acoustic ballads to establish their core sound.
1999 · 27 YEARS
When The Pawn Hits The Conflicts He Thinks Like A King What He Knows Throws The Blows When He Goes To The Fight And He'll Win The Whole Thing 'Fore He Enters The Ring There's No Body To Batter When Your Mind Is Your Might So When You Go Solo, You Hold You
Fiona Apple
Fiona Apple responded to public criticism with this 1999 release of dense, piano-driven tracks. It captures a songwriter gaining full control over her narrative.
1981 · 45 YEARS
Business As Usual
Men At Work
A quirky saxophone riff launched Men At Work to global success in 1981. Behind the catchy melodies, the record masks social anxiety and paranoia.
2012 · 14 YEARS
Flume
Flume
Flume brought glitchy textures and heavy bass to the electronic scene in 2012. These tracks merge aggressive rhythms with intimate, atmospheric synth layers.
1981 · 45 YEARS
La Folie
The Stranglers
The Stranglers leaned into dark, sardonic wit for their 1981 release. Harpsichord melodies and themes of mortality define this pivot away from their punk origins.
2018 · 8 YEARS
Black Velvet
Charles Bradley
Charles Bradley found his voice in his sixties, and this 2018 collection serves as his final statement. It relies on the warmth of the Daptone sound to highlight his gravelly intensity.
2018 · 8 YEARS
Origins
Imagine Dragons
Imagine Dragons released this 2018 follow-up to explore themes of identity and modern pressure. It favors a high-energy, stadium-ready aesthetic.
2018 · 8 YEARS
Singular Act I
Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina Carpenter moved toward a self-assured pop sound with this 2018 project. Its tight, synth-heavy production showcases a maturity in her vocal delivery.
1976 · 50 YEARS
Eli
Jan Akkerman
Jan Akkerman collaborated with Kaz Lux for this 1976 jazz-fusion project. It balances intricate fretwork with soulful vocal performances.
1962 · 64 YEARS
Girls! Girls! Girls!
Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley soundtracked his mid-sixties film career with this 1962 release. The record is a collection of breezy, island-inspired tracks and classic rock arrangements.
2007 · 19 YEARS
As I Am
Alicia Keys
Alicia Keys balanced classic soul with modern pop sensibilities on this 2007 record. Its organic instrumentation creates an intimate, lounge-like atmosphere.
1993 · 33 YEARS
Both Sides
Phil Collins
Phil Collins recorded this 1993 album entirely by himself in his home studio. The result is a raw and introspective work that deviates from his usual pop anthems.
1982 · 44 YEARS
Propositions
Bar-Kays
The Bar-Kays transitioned to a synth-driven post-disco sound on this 1982 release. It features tight drum machine patterns and precise R&B arrangements.