Albums released on 7 September
1979 · 48 YEARS
The Pleasure Principle
Gary Numan
Gary Numan ditches the guitar entirely on this 1979 release. It uses robotic, icy arrangements to replace standard rock tropes with a forward-looking, electronic vision.
1999 · 28 YEARS
Showbiz
Muse
Muse captures youthful anxiety on their debut, mixing aggressive alternative riffs with piano-heavy arrangements. It shows a band transitioning from jagged hooks to a larger, more operatic style.
1987 · 40 YEARS
A Momentary Lapse Of Reason
Pink Floyd
David Gilmour leads the group for the first time without Roger Waters on this 1987 record. It navigates internal band conflict while shifting toward a glossy, radio-ready production style.
2012 · 15 YEARS
12 Bar Bruise
King Gizzard And The Lizard Wizard
King Gizzard And The Lizard Wizard deliver a raw, garage-surf debut from 2012. The record feels like an unpolished house party, defined by lo-fi fuzz and high energy.
2009 · 18 YEARS
Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... Pt. II
Raekwon
Raekwon delivers a gritty follow-up that captures the atmosphere of classic hardcore hip-hop. It brings together a high-profile production team to maintain a street-level narrative.
1987 · 40 YEARS
Actually
Pet Shop Boys
Pet Shop Boys blend cold, calculated synthesizers with soul influences on this 1987 release. It balances cynical wit with danceable, neon-lit pop arrangements.
1977 · 50 YEARS
Show Some Emotion
Joan Armatrading
Joan Armatrading works with producer Glyn Johns to sharpen her confessional songwriting. This 1977 release pivots toward a groove-oriented sound that highlights the resonant depth of her vocals.
2012 · 15 YEARS
Chasing Ghosts
The Amity Affliction
The Amity Affliction explore personal struggle and grief on this 2012 record. It balances heavy, aggressive breakdowns with melodic choruses that defined the metalcore scene.
2018 · 9 YEARS
Kingdoms In Colour
Maribou State
Maribou State blends organic, field-recorded sounds with complex electronic beats. This 2018 record moves toward a live-instrument focus, resulting in a vibrant and expansive mood.
2018 · 9 YEARS
Book Of Bad Decisions
Clutch
Clutch delivers a hard-hitting 2018 release built on stoner rock grooves and funk elements. It showcases a refined approach to songwriting and high-octane performance.
2018 · 9 YEARS
Safe In The Hands Of Love
Yves Tumor
Yves Tumor redefines experimental pop with this 2018 release. The record blurs the line between industrial noise and soulful structures, creating a fractured, emotional experience.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Going Back
Phil Collins
Phil Collins presents a 2010 collection honoring the Motown and soul songs of his youth. It uses brass sections and precise arrangements to recreate a vintage aesthetic.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Interpol
Interpol
Interpol strips back their sound for this 2010 self-titled release. It marks a move toward a darker, guitar-driven aesthetic that returns to the band's post-punk foundations.
1981 · 46 YEARS
Shaky
Shakin' Stevens
Shakin' Stevens rides the 1981 rockabilly revival wave with this high-energy collection. It updates fifties-style swagger with crisp production for a new generation.
1998 · 29 YEARS
The Boy With The Arab Strap
Belle & Sebastian
Belle & Sebastian expand their sound on this 1998 release. It captures a whimsical, lo-fi indie pop aesthetic defined by observational storytelling and collaborative arrangements.
1982 · 45 YEARS
As One
Kool & The Gang
Kool & The Gang transition toward a polished, synth-heavy pop sound on this 1982 release. It balances infectious grooves with sophisticated horn arrangements.
1984 · 43 YEARS
Don't Break The Oath
Mercyful Fate
Mercyful Fate delivers a 1984 metal release defined by King Diamond's falsetto and occult themes. It balances intricate guitar work with a dark, ritualistic atmosphere.
1989 · 38 YEARS
Full Moon
Full Moon
Neil Larsen and Buzz Feiten combine jazz fusion technicality with pop-rock sensibilities on this 1989 release. It features pristine production values typical of the AOR era.
1999 · 28 YEARS
69 Love Songs
The Magnetic Fields
The Magnetic Fields release a massive, three-disc exploration of romance in 1999. It uses a lo-fi bedroom-pop approach to cover diverse genres from country to synth-pop.
2010 · 17 YEARS
Lucky Shiner
Gold Panda
Gold Panda delivers a glitchy, downtempo record in 2010. It uses organic beats and sun-drenched samples to create a warm, nostalgic feel.