Albums released on 5 September
1961 · 66 YEARS
Eastern Sounds
Yusef Lateef
Yusef Lateef broadens the jazz lexicon by utilizing non-Western instruments like the oboe, xun, and bamboo flute. This 1961 record captures a meditative modal approach grounded in blues traditions.
2012 · 15 YEARS
Coexist
The XX
The XX crafts an intimate record by balancing silence with melody. It strips away excess to highlight the tension between sparse guitar work and R&B beats.
1975 · 52 YEARS
Minstrel In The Gallery
Jethro Tull
Jethro Tull explores darker, acoustic-leaning folk tales on this 1975 release. It sits at a crossroads between folk roots and complex, sprawling mid-70s arrangements.
2014 · 13 YEARS
Dream Your Life Away
Vance Joy
Vance Joy relies on melodic acoustic guitar and earnest vocals for this 2014 collection. The record blends indie rock with folk-inspired narratives to explore personal growth.
1998 · 29 YEARS
IV
Cypress Hill
Cypress Hill moves toward an experimental sound on this 1998 release. The production feels claustrophobic and heavy, reflecting the tension of the era.
1984 · 43 YEARS
W.A.S.P.
W.A.S.P.
W.A.S.P. delivers a debut filled with buzzsaw-heavy sounds and raw aggression. It remains a definitive artifact of the mid-80s Los Angeles metal scene.
1989 · 38 YEARS
Up To Here
The Tragically Hip
The Tragically Hip turned local folklore into universal themes on this 1989 release. It marks the breakthrough moment that transformed a bar band into a national institution.
2000 · 27 YEARS
Programmed To Love
Bent
Bent utilizes obscure 70s easy-listening samples and tape loops to create a downtempo record. It blends melancholic melodies with a sense of British wit.
1987 · 40 YEARS
Rock 'N' Roll
Motörhead
Motörhead delivers a stripped-back, no-nonsense record following years of lineup instability. It marks the final studio appearance for Phil Campbell and Phil Taylor during their initial tenure.
2025 · 2 YEARS
Double Infinity
Big Thief
Big Thief relies on intimate songwriting and acoustic textures to explore emotional landscapes. This 2025 release highlights a mature evolution in the band's identity.
1975 · 52 YEARS
Bandolier
Budgie
Budgie presents a muscular sound on this 1975 record, bridging classic rock and heavier styles. It features hard-hitting riffs combined with unexpected melodies.
1986 · 41 YEARS
Duotones
Kenny G
Kenny G defines the late eighties smooth jazz sound with this saxophone-led project. The instrumental hit Songbird helped turn the release into a global phenomenon.
1974 · 53 YEARS
Love Is The Answer
Van McCoy & The Soul City Symphony
Van McCoy reimagines soul hits through a lush, symphonic lens on this 1974 release. It serves as a masterclass in the shift toward the polished sound of the disco era.
1970 · 57 YEARS
Y Volvere
Los Angeles Negros
Los Angeles Negros anchors this 1970 release with emotional ballads and warm organ textures. It remains a cornerstone of the romantic rock movement in Latin America.
2014 · 13 YEARS
Goddess
BANKS
BANKS shifts away from bright melodies toward a shadowy, introspective indie pop sound. Minimalist synth arrangements provide a foundation for layered, haunting vocals.
1978 · 49 YEARS
Reunion
Peter, Paul & Mary
Peter, Paul & Mary return in 1978 to showcase their enduring vocal chemistry. The record leans into a mature folk aesthetic with an emotional cover of Forever Young.
1982 · 45 YEARS
Peter Gabriel
Peter Gabriel
Peter Gabriel offers a hauntingly different atmosphere through these German-language versions of his fourth album. The linguistic shift alters the vocal cadence and percussion.
2000 · 27 YEARS
Heartbreaker
Ryan Adams
Ryan Adams delivers vulnerable songwriting on this stripped-back 2000 release. It marks a transition away from alt-country toward an intimate, acoustic-heavy aesthetic.
1994 · 33 YEARS
Mamouna
Bryan Ferry
Bryan Ferry explores sophisticated textures and moody atmospheres on this 1994 record. It blends intricate songwriting with a polished, nocturnal elegance.
2012 · 15 YEARS
Summer's Gone
Odesza
Odesza defines their signature blend of nostalgic vocal chops and sun-drenched synth melodies on this project. It captures the feeling of late summer twilight.