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  1. On This Day November 24 1986 – Eric Clapton Released the Album August

    On This Day November 24 1986 – Eric Clapton Released the Album August

    On this day November 24 1986 Eric Clapton released the album August. The record delivered a polished blend of rock, pop, and soulful melodies shaped by smooth production and expressive guitar work. Its mix of upbeat tracks and reflective moments reflected Clapton’s evolving mid 80s sound as he...
  2. On This Day November 24 1986 – Various Artists Released the Album Now Thats What I Call Music 8

    On This Day November 24 1986 – Various Artists Released the Album Now Thats What I Call Music 8

    On this day November 24 1986 various artists released the album Now Thats What I Call Music 8. The collection continued the successful UK series by bringing together a wide mix of chart topping hits that reflected the energetic and diverse sound of mid decade pop. Its blend of dance tracks...
  3. On This Day November 24 1986 – Madness Released the Album Utter Madness

    On This Day November 24 1986 – Madness Released the Album Utter Madness

    On this day November 24 1986 Madness released the album Utter Madness. The greatest hits collection brought together many of the band’s most recognizable songs, highlighting their upbeat sound, distinctive style, and the personality driven energy that made them one of the standout groups of the...
  4. On This Day November 24 1987 – Linda Ronstadt Released the Album Canciones de Mi Padre

    On This Day November 24 1987 – Linda Ronstadt Released the Album Canciones de Mi Padre

    On this day November 24 1987 Linda Ronstadt released the album Canciones de Mi Padre. The record delivered a rich and deeply personal collection of traditional Mexican songs performed with full orchestral arrangements and powerful vocal expression. Its vibrant sound and cultural depth reflected...
  5. On This Day November 23 1981 – Pink Floyd Released the Album A Collection of Great Dance Songs

    On This Day November 23 1981 – Pink Floyd Released the Album A Collection of Great Dance Songs

    On this day November 23 1981 Pink Floyd released the album A Collection of Great Dance Songs. The compilation brought together a selection of the band’s standout tracks, offering listeners a curated look at their atmospheric sound and influential style. Its mix of expressive instrumentation and...
  6. On This Day November 23 1983 – The Who Released the Album Whos Greatest Hits

    On This Day November 23 1983 – The Who Released the Album Whos Greatest Hits

    On this day November 23 1983 The Who released the album Whos Greatest Hits. The compilation gathered many of the band’s most recognizable tracks, offering listeners a powerful overview of their energetic style and influential rock sound. Its collection of anthems, fan favorites, and era defining...
  7. On This Day November 23 1987 – Various Artists Released the Album Now Thats What I Call Music 10

    On This Day November 23 1987 – Various Artists Released the Album Now Thats What I Call Music 10

    On this day November 23 1987 various artists released the album Now Thats What I Call Music 10. The collection continued the popular UK series that brought together many of the biggest chart hits of the moment, giving listeners an instant snapshot of the late 80s music scene. Its blend of pop...
  8. On This Day November 23 1985 – Tears for Fears Released the Song Shout

    On This Day November 23 1985 – Tears for Fears Released the Song Shout

    On this day November 23 1985 Tears for Fears released the song Shout. The track delivered a powerful and resonant message built on anthemic production, commanding vocals, and a bold mix of synth rock and emotional depth. Its steady rhythm and memorable chorus reflected the rising interest in...
  9. On This Day November 23 1988 – Candlemass Released the Album Ancient Dreams

    On This Day November 23 1988 – Candlemass Released the Album Ancient Dreams

    On this day November 23 1988 Candlemass released the album Ancient Dreams. The record delivered a heavy and dramatic sound built on deep riffs, powerful atmosphere, and the signature epic style that defined the band’s influence on doom metal. Its blend of slow burning intensity and grand melodic...
  10. On This Day November 25 1988 – Tiffany Released the Album Hold an Old Friend’s Hand

    On This Day November 25 1988 – Tiffany Released the Album Hold an Old Friend’s Hand

    On this day November 25 1988 Tiffany released the album Hold an Old Friend’s Hand. The record delivered a polished late decade pop sound built around emotional themes, smooth production, and Tiffany’s confident vocal style as she moved into her second major release. Its mix of upbeat tracks and...
  11. On This Day November 24 1987 – Keith Sweat Released the Album Make It Last Forever

    On This Day November 24 1987 – Keith Sweat Released the Album Make It Last Forever

    On this day November 24 1987 Keith Sweat released the album Make It Last Forever. The record delivered a smooth and influential blend of late 80s R&B built around rich production, emotional delivery, and a confident new sound that helped shape the rise of the New Jack Swing era. Its mix of slow...
  12. On This Day November 22 1980 – Motörhead Released the EP Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers

    On This Day November 22 1980 – Motörhead Released the EP Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers

    On this day November 22 1980 Motörhead released the EP Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers. The record delivered the band’s signature mix of raw energy, driving riffs, and unapologetic attitude that defined their rise during the late 70s and early 80s. Its gritty sound and live wire intensity...
  13. On This Day November 22 1984 – Split Enz Released the Album See Ya Round

    On This Day November 22 1984 – Split Enz Released the Album See Ya Round

    On this day November 22 1984 Split Enz released the album See Ya Round. The record marked a transitional moment for the band as it blended upbeat pop elements with thoughtful songwriting and a lighter, more accessible sound. Its mix of catchy melodies and reflective themes reflected the mid 80s...
  14. On This Day November 22 1985 – Lloyd Cole and the Commotions Released the Album Easy Pieces

    On This Day November 22 1985 – Lloyd Cole and the Commotions Released the Album Easy Pieces

    On this day November 22 1985 Lloyd Cole and the Commotions released the album Easy Pieces. The record delivered a thoughtful blend of jangly pop, reflective lyrics, and polished mid 80s production that showcased the band’s introspective yet stylish approach. Its melodic sound and emotionally...
  15. On This Day November 22 1988 – Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey Released the Album Beaches Soundtrack

    On This Day November 22 1988 – Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey Released the Album Beaches Soundtrack

    On this day November 22 1988 Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey released the album Beaches Soundtrack. The collection delivered a heartfelt blend of emotional ballads, expressive vocals, and warm production that reflected the deep friendship and dramatic themes at the center of the film. Its mix...
  16. On This Day November 22 1988 – Chaka Khan Released the Album CK

    On This Day November 22 1988 – Chaka Khan Released the Album CK

    On this day November 22 1988 Chaka Khan released the album CK. The record blended smooth R&B grooves, soulful vocals, and late decade production that highlighted her unmistakable tone and expressive style. Its mix of upbeat tracks and emotional moments reflected the late 80s shift toward...
  17. On This Day November 22 1988 – Pink Floyd Released the Album Delicate Sound of Thunder

    On This Day November 22 1988 – Pink Floyd Released the Album Delicate Sound of Thunder

    On this day November 22 1988 Pink Floyd released the album Delicate Sound of Thunder. The live record captured the band’s atmospheric sound with sweeping arrangements, expansive performances, and the immersive style that defined their late 80s era. Its rich production and powerful stage presence...
  18. On This Day November 21 1989 – Kenny G Released the Album Kenny G Live

    On This Day November 21 1989 – Kenny G Released the Album Kenny G Live

    On this day November 21 1989 Kenny G released the album Kenny G Live. The record captured his smooth saxophone sound through expressive performances, warm arrangements, and the polished style that defined his late 80s popularity. Its relaxed atmosphere and melodic flow reflected the era’s...
  19. On This Day November 21 1988 – Various Artists Released the Album Now That’s What I Call Music XIII

    On This Day November 21 1988 – Various Artists Released the Album Now That’s What I Call Music XIII

    On this day November 21 1988 Various Artists released the album Now That’s What I Call Music XIII. The compilation gathered a wide mix of late decade hits, giving listeners a clear snapshot of the artists and styles shaping the UK charts at the end of the 80s. Its blend of pop, dance, and...
  20. On This Day November 21 1988 – My Bloody Valentine Released the Album Isn’t Anything

    On This Day November 21 1988 – My Bloody Valentine Released the Album Isn’t Anything

    On this day November 21 1988 My Bloody Valentine released the album Isn’t Anything. The record introduced a bold and dreamlike sound built on swirling guitars, hazy textures, and an atmospheric approach that helped shape the emerging shoegaze movement. Its layered production and emotional...
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