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Albums released on 26 September

  1. The Beatles: Abbey Road

    1969 · 58 YEARS

    Abbey Road

    The Beatles

    The Beatles concluded their recording life together with this 1969 release. It remains notable for balancing individual songwriting contributions against a collective, full-bodied studio production.

  2. Massive Attack: Protection

    1994 · 33 YEARS

    Protection

    Massive Attack

    Tracey Thorn anchors the title track of this 1994 release, which sees Massive Attack refining their blend of dub and hip-hop. The record favors patience, using subtle vocal shifts to build atmosphere.

  3. Olivia Dean: The Art Of Loving

    2025 · 2 YEARS

    The Art Of Loving

    Olivia Dean

    Olivia Dean explores intimacy and self-respect on this 2025 collection. The songs rely on rhythmic detail and a close vocal focus rather than heavy production tricks.

  4. R.E.M.: Monster

    1994 · 33 YEARS

    Monster

    R.E.M.

    R.E.M. shifted toward distorted, blocky guitar arrangements on this 1994 effort. The record uses these dense textures to obscure Stipe's shifting vocal characters and internal conflicts.

  5. Thom Yorke: Tomorrow's Modern Boxes

    2014 · 13 YEARS

    Tomorrow's Modern Boxes

    Thom Yorke

    Thom Yorke utilizes minimal electronic pulses and bass to anchor his second solo outing. This 2014 release leaves significant room for small changes in timing and texture to carry the weight of the work.

  6. Prince: Art Official Age

    2014 · 13 YEARS

    Art Official Age

    Prince

    Prince works through programmed funk and ballads on this 2014 studio album. Spoken passages frame the music within a narrative about awakening from suspended animation.

  7. Loverboy: Keep It Up

    1983 · 44 YEARS

    Keep It Up

    Loverboy

    Loverboy delivered this 1983 record packed with stadium-ready hooks. It prioritizes volume and a polished, radio-friendly aesthetic.

  8. Madness: Absolutely

    1980 · 47 YEARS

    Absolutely

    Madness

    Madness blended observational humor and suburban themes on this 1980 release. It captures the brass-heavy, high-energy spirit of the British ska revival.

  9. Robert Palmer: Clues

    1980 · 47 YEARS

    Clues

    Robert Palmer

    Robert Palmer pivoted toward electronic rhythms and jagged textures on this 1980 release. The record trades traditional soul warmth for a sharp, modern edge.

  10. Supermax: World Of Today

    1977 · 50 YEARS

    World Of Today

    Supermax

    Supermax combined heavy funk rhythms with psychedelic synth textures on this 1977 release. It is known for its gritty, nocturnal atmosphere.

  11. Fleetwood Mac: Rumours Alternative Album

    2020 · 7 YEARS

    Rumours Alternative Album

    Fleetwood Mac

    These raw, unpolished takes from the mid-seventies reveal the creative friction within Fleetwood Mac. The stripped-back sessions offer a look at the band's underlying chemistry.

  12. Geese: Getting Killed

    2025 · 2 YEARS

    Getting Killed

    Geese

    Geese brings a sense of urgency to this 2025 guitar-focused release. The record prioritizes raw, textured arrangements over perfection.

  13. AC/DC: Ballbreaker

    1995 · 32 YEARS

    Ballbreaker

    AC/DC

    AC/DC reunited with drummer Phil Rudd for this 1995 hard rock record. It features a lean, punchy sound overseen by producer Rick Rubin.

  14. Donovan: Sunshine Superman

    1966 · 61 YEARS

    Sunshine Superman

    Donovan

    Donovan transitioned from acoustic folk to an electrified, psychedelic sound on this 1966 release. It features Jimmy Page on guitar, adding a sharp, bluesy edge.

  15. Gloria Estefan: Abriendo Puertas

    1995 · 32 YEARS

    Abriendo Puertas

    Gloria Estefan

    Gloria Estefan turned toward Latin American musical heritage on this 1995 release. It blends salsa, rumba, and sonero rhythms with a personal lyrical approach.

  16. Mariah Carey: Daydream

    1995 · 32 YEARS

    Daydream

    Mariah Carey

    Mariah Carey took creative control on this 1995 release, blending pop melodies with hip-hop production. It captures the rise of remix culture in mainstream music.

  17. Soulfly: Primitive

    2000 · 27 YEARS

    Primitive

    Soulfly

    Soulfly experimented with nu-metal and hardcore influences on this 2000 release. It features various guest collaborators to expand the group's range.

  18. Jean-Luc Ponty: Civilized Evil

    1980 · 47 YEARS

    Civilized Evil

    Jean-Luc Ponty

    Jean-Luc Ponty explored conceptual themes on this 1980 jazz-fusion record. It focuses on the tension between human nature and machine-like conformity.

  19. Lucinda Williams: Down Where The Spirit Meets The Bone

    2014 · 13 YEARS

    Down Where The Spirit Meets The Bone

    Lucinda Williams

    Lucinda Williams utilized her father's poetry on this 2014 double album. It balances unfiltered storytelling with a gritty, alt-country sound.

  20. Sonic Youth: Washing Machine

    1995 · 32 YEARS

    Washing Machine

    Sonic Youth

    Sonic Youth found a hypnotic middle ground between noise-rock and songcraft on this 1995 release. The record is noted for its warmer, organic atmosphere.