Albums released on 27 October
1982 · 45 YEARS
1999
Prince
Prince released his first double album in 1982, marking his debut work with the Revolution. It features three hit singles and showcases his early mastery of drum machine rhythms.
1986 · 41 YEARS
Skylarking
XTC
XTC worked with producer Todd Rundgren to create a cycle of songs based on a day, a year, or a life. The album sequence flows from one track into the next, utilizing a title inspired by nautical slang.
1997 · 30 YEARS
Not For Threes
Plaid
Ed Handley and Andy Turner enlisted several guest vocalists for this second Plaid record. The tracks integrate live instruments like accordion and violin alongside electronic beats.
2017 · 10 YEARS
Face Your Fear
Curtis Harding
Curtis Harding collaborated with Danger Mouse and Sam Cohen on this collection. The songs draw on the artist's background in gospel music and his time in various bands.
2023 · 4 YEARS
Danse Macabre
Duran Duran
Duran Duran combined new songs, covers, and reworked material for this project. The recording includes guest spots from Nile Rodgers and Victoria De Angelis.
2023 · 4 YEARS
Madres
Sofia Kourtesis
Sofia Kourtesis dedicated this release to her mother and the surgeon who operated on her. The record includes collaborations with Manu Chao and reflects the artist's Berlin-based creative life.
1972 · 55 YEARS
Talking Book
Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder took full creative control for this 1972 release, shifting away from his established pop roots. The record is noted for its experimental use of synthesizers.
1979 · 48 YEARS
Hydra
Toto
Toto explored prog-rock ambition on their second studio effort. The title track highlights the band's technical skill, moving well beyond their usual commercial sound.
2023 · 4 YEARS
1989 (Taylor's Version)
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift offers a updated perspective on her 2014 pop era with these new recordings. The music retains the energy of the original, driven by synth-pop production.
2014 · 13 YEARS
Run The Jewels 2
Run The Jewels
Killer Mike and El-P established a permanent partnership on this visceral project. The tracks mix aggressive social commentary with dark, personal humor.
1983 · 44 YEARS
Infidels
Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan adopted a rhythmic and political focus for this 1983 record. It is characterized by punchy instrumentation and sophisticated arrangements.
1985 · 42 YEARS
To Mega Therion
Celtic Frost
Celtic Frost explored dark, heavy atmosphere on this 1985 release. The band incorporated orchestral flourishes and shifting tempos to move beyond thrash metal.
1987 · 40 YEARS
Robbie Robertson
Robbie Robertson
Robbie Robertson issued this solo debut featuring backing work by U2. The record utilizes reverb-heavy production to create a moody, cinematic atmosphere.
1973 · 54 YEARS
Keep Your Soul Together
Freddie Hubbard
Freddie Hubbard captured live performances at the Van Gelder Studio for this release. The music features complex rhythms and an emphasis on infectious funk beats.
1997 · 30 YEARS
In My Lifetime, Vol. 1
Jay-Z
Jay-Z moved toward a polished, commercial sound on this 1997 album. The record blends street narratives with high-stakes ambition.
1979 · 48 YEARS
Bomber
Motörhead
Bomber finds the group operating at a frantic pace, matching the intensity of their live performances. It is a record built on high volume and a refusal to compromise on speed.
2023 · 4 YEARS
Chronicles Of A Diamond
Black Pumas
Black Pumas refined their psychedelic soul sound on this second effort. Recorded in Austin, the album blends vintage funk textures with experimental flourishes.
1972 · 55 YEARS
Matching Mole's Little Red Record
Matching Mole
Robert Wyatt pursued experimental jazz-rock after leaving Soft Machine. The record is noted for its jagged arrangements and moments of free-form improvisation.
2006 · 21 YEARS
Back To Black
Amy Winehouse
Amy Winehouse recorded these tracks with the Dap-Kings to capture a warm, retro sound. The songwriting is marked by sharp wit and deep vulnerability.
1998 · 29 YEARS
1965
The Afghan Whigs
The Afghan Whigs pivoted toward an R&B-infused rock sound on this 1998 record. The production creates a thick, layered atmosphere that highlights the band's storytelling.