Albums released on 25 September
1972 · 55 YEARS
Black Sabbath Vol 4
Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath explored new sonic territory on their fourth outing. By mixing acoustic textures with their signature heavy riffs, the band managed to expand their range without losing their core intensity.
2020 · 7 YEARS
Ultra Mono
Idles
Idles rely on blunt lyrical repetition and aggressive rhythm to drive their message home. The guitars and drums lock into a firm, confrontational pulse that defines the character of the record.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Dodge And Burn
The Dead Weather
The Dead Weather return for a third effort of blues-rooted rock. Jack White and Alison Mosshart anchor the songs with a push and pull dynamic that finds a release in the final moments of the tracklist.
1989 · 38 YEARS
The Seeds Of Love
Tears For Fears
Tears For Fears focused on a more expansive, musician-led approach here. By incorporating jazz and soul elements, the duo crafted a larger, more ambitious pop sound while keeping their voices at the center.
2020 · 7 YEARS
Ohms
Deftones
Deftones pair suspended atmosphere with heavy guitar work on this release. Chino Moreno shifts between force and distance, while the rhythm section keeps the changing textures connected throughout.
2020 · 7 YEARS
The Ascension
Sufjan Stevens
Sufjan Stevens uses electronics to explore themes of belief and disappointment. The record relies on repeated phrases and changing instrumental details to let the meaning shift over time.
1967 · 60 YEARS
Strange Days
The Doors
The Doors embraced studio experimentation to craft a darker companion to their debut. By utilizing a Moog synthesizer and tape manipulation, the band created a claustrophobic and hypnotic mood.
1982 · 45 YEARS
Forever Now
The Psychedelic Furs
The Psychedelic Furs traded jagged post-punk for a melodic, synth-driven sound. The addition of marimba and cello signals a shift toward a more atmospheric pop style.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Hamilton: An American Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Lin-Manuel Miranda blended hip-hop, R&B, and pop to revitalize the musical theater format. The record transforms historical research into a fast-paced and rhythmic storytelling experience.
2007 · 20 YEARS
Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace
Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters reunited with producer Gil Norton to find a balance between acoustic work and stadium-sized rock. The album captures a band comfortable with their own history.
2020 · 7 YEARS
Nectar
Joji
Joji weaves soul, alternative rock, and synth-pop together in this project. The record uses lush production to create a melancholic and expansive atmosphere.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Every Open Eye
Chvrches
Chvrches sharpen their synth-pop sound into something anthemic on their second record. The songwriting balances vulnerable lyrics with massive hooks.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Chinatown
Thin Lizzy
Thin Lizzy leaned into a sleeker, hard rock sound with the addition of Snowy White. The band continues to blend driving rhythms with twin-guitar harmonies.
2012 · 15 YEARS
Melody's Echo Chamber
Melody's Echo Chamber
Melody's Echo Chamber captures a blend of French-pop charm and shoegaze-inspired guitar work. Kevin Parker helped produce this project, which feels both nostalgic and fresh.
1980 · 47 YEARS
Rita Lee
Rita Lee
Rita Lee blends pop sensibilities with a rebellious edge on this record. It captured the sound of a generation in South America and remains a high point in her career.
2015 · 12 YEARS
B'lieve I'm Goin Down...
Kurt Vile
Kurt Vile recorded this collection in various studios to achieve a raw, lived-in folk-rock sound. The result is a series of wandering conversations held in the early morning hours.
2012 · 15 YEARS
Babel
Mumford & Sons
Mumford & Sons solidified their reputation for high-energy, acoustic-driven music with this release. The songs rely on banjo and percussion to create a sense of urgent momentum.
2009 · 18 YEARS
Do You Want The Truth Or Something Beautiful?
Paloma Faith
Paloma Faith debuted with a theatrical blend of soul and pop. Her powerful vocal range and dramatic flair define the cinematic atmosphere of the record.
2024 · 3 YEARS
Sophie
Sophie
Sophie brings together industrial grit and pop melodies in this final collection. The production pushes boundaries with metallic textures and crystalline synths.
2015 · 12 YEARS
Music Complete
New Order
New Order reunited as a full unit to record this vibrant collection. The band revisits their dance-floor roots while embracing the digital precision of the mid-2010s.