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  1. On This Day November 12 1982 – The J. Geils Band Released Showtime

    On This Day November 12 1982 – The J. Geils Band Released Showtime

    On this day November 12 1982, The J. Geils Band released Showtime, a live album that captured the group’s explosive energy and crowd pleasing style during the peak of their career. Recorded on their Freeze Frame tour, the album showcased why the band had earned a reputation as one of the most...
  2. On This Day November 12 1984 – Eurythmics Released the 1984 Soundtrack

    On This Day November 12 1984 – Eurythmics Released the 1984 Soundtrack

    On this day November 12 1984, Eurythmics released their soundtrack album 1984, written for the film adaptation of George Orwell’s classic dystopian novel. Created by Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart, the album blended haunting electronic textures with emotional depth, reflecting the bleak and...
  3. On This Day November 12 1984 – Duran Duran Released Arena

    On This Day November 12 1984 – Duran Duran Released Arena

    On this day November 12 1984, Duran Duran released their live album Arena, a powerful showcase of the band’s energy, charisma, and global dominance during the height of their fame. Recorded during their massive Sing Blue Silver tour, the album captured the excitement and glamour that surrounded...
  4. On This Day November 12 1984 – The Smiths Released Hatful of Hollow

    On This Day November 12 1984 – The Smiths Released Hatful of Hollow

    On this day November 12 1984, The Smiths released Hatful of Hollow, a compilation album that brought together singles, B sides, and BBC session recordings that captured the raw spirit and poetic edge of the band’s early years. Coming just months after their debut album, this release gave...
  5. On This Day November 12 1984 – Madonna Released Her Second Album Like a Virgin

    On This Day November 12 1984 – Madonna Released Her Second Album Like a Virgin

    On this day November 12 1984, Madonna released her second studio album Like a Virgin, the record that transformed her from a rising pop star into a global icon. Produced by Nile Rodgers, the album showcased a bold mix of dance pop energy, confidence, and unforgettable hooks that defined the...
  6. On This Day November 12 1983 – All Night Long by Lionel Richie Became the Number One Song in America

    On This Day November 12 1983 – All Night Long by Lionel Richie Became the Number One Song in America

    On this day November 12 1983, Lionel Richie reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100 with All Night Long, a joyful celebration of rhythm, unity, and good times. Blending pop, soul, and Caribbean inspired grooves, the song became one of Richie’s biggest hits and a defining anthem of the decade...
  7. On This Day November 11 1980 – Aerosmith Released Aerosmith’s Greatest Hits

    On This Day November 11 1980 – Aerosmith Released Aerosmith’s Greatest Hits

    On this day November 11 1980, Aerosmith released Aerosmith’s Greatest Hits, a compilation album that captured the raw energy and unforgettable sound of one of America’s most iconic rock bands. The collection brought together the group’s biggest hits from the 1970s, serving as both a celebration...
  8. On This Day November 11 1981 – The Jacksons Released The Jacksons Live

    On This Day November 11 1981 – The Jacksons Released The Jacksons Live

    On this day November 11 1981, The Jacksons released The Jacksons Live, a vibrant concert album recorded during their celebrated Triumph Tour. Capturing the group at the height of their powers, the album showcased their unmatched energy, tight harmonies, and electrifying stage presence. The...
  9. On This Day November 11 1981 – The Buggles Released Adventures in Modern Recording

    On This Day November 11 1981 – The Buggles Released Adventures in Modern Recording

    On this day November 11 1981, The Buggles released their second and final studio album Adventures in Modern Recording, an innovative and experimental record that pushed the boundaries of early 80s pop and electronic music. Led by Trevor Horn and Geoff Downes, the duo had already made history...
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  10. On This Day November 11 1989 – When I See You Smile by Bad English Became the Number One Song in America

    On This Day November 11 1989 – When I See You Smile by Bad English Became the Number One Song in America

    On this day November 11 1989, When I See You Smile by Bad English reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of the most memorable power ballads of the decade. Featuring the soaring vocals of John Waite and the masterful guitar work of Neal Schon, the song captured the emotional...
  11. On This Day November 11 1985 – Depeche Mode Released Catching Up with Depeche Mode

    On This Day November 11 1985 – Depeche Mode Released Catching Up with Depeche Mode

    On this day November 11 1985, Depeche Mode released Catching Up with Depeche Mode, a compilation album that introduced many American fans to the band’s early work and growing influence in electronic music. While fans in Europe already knew their rise through previous releases, this collection...
  12. On This Day November 11 1984 – Danny Elfman Released So Lo

    On This Day November 11 1984 – Danny Elfman Released So Lo

    On this day November 11 1984, Oingo Boingo frontman Danny Elfman released So-Lo, an album that blurred the line between solo project and band record. Although it was credited as a solo effort, most of Oingo Boingo’s members performed on the album, giving it the same quirky energy and creative...
  13. On This Day November 11 1985 – Echo and the Bunnymen Released Songs to Learn and Sing

    On This Day November 11 1985 – Echo and the Bunnymen Released Songs to Learn and Sing

    On this day November 11 1985, Echo and the Bunnymen released Songs to Learn and Sing, a compilation album that captured the best of the band’s early years and showcased their rise as one of the most distinctive voices in British post punk. The album brought together their most memorable singles...
  14. 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...
  15. 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...
  16. 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...
  17. 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...
  18. 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...
  19. 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...
  20. 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...
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