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  1. On This Day November 11 1985 – Hawkwind Released The Chronicle of the Black Sword

    On This Day November 11 1985 – Hawkwind Released The Chronicle of the Black Sword

    On this day November 11 1985, British space rock legends Hawkwind released The Chronicle of the Black Sword, a concept album inspired by the fantasy writings of Michael Moorcock and his character Elric of Melniboné. The record brought together the band’s trademark cosmic sound with epic...
  2. On This Day November 11 1985 – Pete Townshend Released White City A Novel

    On This Day November 11 1985 – Pete Townshend Released White City A Novel

    On this day November 11 1985, Pete Townshend released White City A Novel, a powerful concept album that blended rock and storytelling into a vivid exploration of urban life, struggle, and hope. The album told the story of a working class neighborhood in West London, using music and narrative to...
  3. On This Day November 11 1985 – Sandra Released The Long Play

    On This Day November 11 1985 – Sandra Released The Long Play

    On this day November 11 1985, German pop singer Sandra released her debut album The Long Play, a record that brought her smooth voice and catchy melodies to international attention. Produced by Michael Cretu, who would later become her husband and creative partner, the album perfectly captured...
  4. On This Day November 11 1983 – Corey Hart Released His Debut Album First Offense

    On This Day November 11 1983 – Corey Hart Released His Debut Album First Offense

    On this day November 11 1983, Canadian singer songwriter Corey Hart released his debut album First Offense, a record that launched him into international stardom and introduced one of the most distinctive voices of the decade. Mixing rock, pop, and heartfelt lyrics, the album showed Hart’s...
  5. On This Day November 10 1987 – Neil Diamond Released Hot August Night II

    On This Day November 10 1987 – Neil Diamond Released Hot August Night II

    On this day November 10 1987, Neil Diamond released Hot August Night II, a live album that captured the magic, emotion, and energy of his legendary performances. Recorded fifteen years after his first Hot August Night album, this collection brought fans back to the Hollywood Bowl for another...
  6. On This Day November 10 1980 – Neil Diamond Released The Jazz Singer Soundtrack

    On This Day November 10 1980 – Neil Diamond Released The Jazz Singer Soundtrack

    On this day November 10 1980, Neil Diamond released The Jazz Singer soundtrack, an album that became one of the biggest successes of his career. Serving as the companion to the film of the same name, the record featured a mix of powerful ballads and uplifting anthems that showcased Diamond’s...
  7. On This Day November 10 1981 – Kiss Released Music from The Elder

    On This Day November 10 1981 – Kiss Released Music from The Elder

    On this day November 10 1981, Kiss released their concept album Music from The Elder, one of the most ambitious and experimental projects of the band’s career. After the mixed reception of their previous album Unmasked, Kiss took a bold turn with a fantasy themed story told through music...
  8. On This Day November 10 1981 – Mötley Crüe Released Too Fast for Love

    On This Day November 10 1981 – Mötley Crüe Released Too Fast for Love

    On this day November 10 1981, Mötley Crüe released their debut album Too Fast for Love, a raw and rebellious record that helped ignite the 1980s glam metal explosion. Self produced and originally released on their own label, Leathür Records, the album captured the band’s early energy and...
  9. On This Day November 10 1981 – The Durutti Column Released LC

    On This Day November 10 1981 – The Durutti Column Released LC

    On this day November 10 1981, The Durutti Column released their second studio album LC, a beautifully atmospheric record that cemented the band’s reputation as one of the most distinctive and innovative voices in post punk music. Led by guitarist and composer Vini Reilly, The Durutti Column...
  10. On This Day November 10 1984 – Triumph Released Thunder Seven

    On This Day November 10 1984 – Triumph Released Thunder Seven

    On this day November 10 1984, Canadian rock band Triumph released their eighth studio album Thunder Seven, a record that combined technical precision, strong melodies, and a positive message about humanity and time. Featuring Rik Emmett, Gil Moore, and Mike Levine, the album balanced hard rock...
  11. On This Day November 10 1984 – The Who Released Who’s Last

    On This Day November 10 1984 – The Who Released Who’s Last

    On this day November 10 1984, The Who released Who’s Last, a live album recorded during their 1982 North American farewell tour. The record captured the legendary band at a pivotal moment in their career, as they closed a major chapter following nearly two decades of groundbreaking music and...
  12. On This Day November 10 1986 – Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band Released Live 1975–85

    On This Day November 10 1986 – Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band Released Live 1975–85

    On this day November 10 1986, Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band released Live 1975–85, an ambitious five LP and three CD box set that captured more than a decade of their legendary live performances. The collection was one of the most anticipated releases of the decade, offering fans a...
  13. On This Day November 10 1986 – Sepultura Released Morbid Visions

    On This Day November 10 1986 – Sepultura Released Morbid Visions

    On this day November 10 1986, Brazilian metal band Sepultura released their debut full length album Morbid Visions, a ferocious and unpolished record that marked the birth of one of metal’s most influential bands. Recorded on a small budget in their hometown of Belo Horizonte, the album captured...
  14. On This Day November10 1986 – Kate Bush Released The Whole Story

    On This Day November10 1986 – Kate Bush Released The Whole Story

    On this day November10 1986, Kate Bush released The Whole Story, a compilation album that brought together the most defining songs from the first decade of her remarkable career. The collection served as both a reflection and a celebration of her artistry, showcasing her ability to combine...
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  15. On This Day November 10 1986 – Kraftwerk Released Electric Cafe

    On This Day November 10 1986 – Kraftwerk Released Electric Cafe

    On this day November 9 1986, Kraftwerk released Electric Cafe, their ninth studio album and one that marked a new era in electronic music. Known as pioneers of the genre, the German group blended technology and rhythm like no other, and this album reflected both their precision and their forward...
  16. On This Day November 10 1987 – Cher Released Her Self Titled Album Cher

    On This Day November 10 1987 – Cher Released Her Self Titled Album Cher

    On this day November 10 1987, Cher released her self titled album Cher, marking her powerful return to the pop rock scene after a few years away from music. The record introduced a bold new sound that blended rock, pop, and power ballads, reflecting the strength and versatility that had defined...
  17. On This Day November 10 1989 – Robert Earl Keen Released West Textures

    On This Day November 10 1989 – Robert Earl Keen Released West Textures

    On this day November 10 1989, Robert Earl Keen released West Textures, an album that helped shape the sound of modern Texas country and Americana music. Known for his sharp storytelling and poetic lyrics, Keen used this record to bridge traditional country roots with contemporary folk...
  18. On This Day November 10 1983 – Billy Idol Released His Second Album Rebel Yell

    On This Day November 10 1983 – Billy Idol Released His Second Album Rebel Yell

    On this day November 10 1983, Billy Idol released his second studio album Rebel Yell, a defining moment in his career and one of the most iconic rock albums of the 1980s. The record built on the momentum of his self titled debut, combining punk attitude, rock power, and radio friendly production...
  19. On This Day November 10 1986 – Fates Warning Released Awaken the Guardian

    On This Day November 10 1986 – Fates Warning Released Awaken the Guardian

    On this day November 10 1986, progressive metal band Fates Warning released Awaken the Guardian, a landmark album that helped shape the sound of technical and atmospheric metal for years to come. It was the band’s third studio release and the final one to feature original vocalist John Arch...
  20. On This Day November 10 1984 – Destruction Released Their EP Sentence of Death

    On This Day November 10 1984 – Destruction Released Their EP Sentence of Death

    On this day November 10 1984, German thrash metal band Destruction released their debut EP Sentence of Death, a fierce and unrelenting record that helped define the sound of early European thrash. With its raw production, lightning fast riffs, and aggressive vocals, the release marked the...
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