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  1. On This Day November 9 1987 – Eurythmics Released Savage

    On This Day November 9 1987 – Eurythmics Released Savage

    On this day November 9 1987, Eurythmics released their sixth studio album Savage, a bold and experimental work that pushed the duo into darker and more artistic territory. After exploring a more traditional pop sound on their previous release Revenge, Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart returned to...
  2. On This Day November 9 1981 – Men at Work Released Their Debut Album Business as Usual

    On This Day November 9 1981 – Men at Work Released Their Debut Album Business as Usual

    On this day November 9 1981, the Australian band Men at Work released their debut album Business as Usual, a record that quickly became one of the defining sounds of the early 1980s. Featuring a clever mix of new wave, pop, and rock, the album introduced the world to Colin Hay’s distinctive...
  3. On This Day November 21 1989 – Back on the Block Released

    On This Day November 21 1989 – Back on the Block Released

    On this day November 21 1989, the influential album Back on the Block was released, produced and assembled by legendary musician and producer Quincy Jones. The project brought together an extraordinary lineup of artists including Ray Charles, Ella Fitzgerald, James Ingram, Chaka Khan, Ice T, Big...
  4. On This Day November 8 1986 – Amanda by Boston Became the Number One Song in America

    On This Day November 8 1986 – Amanda by Boston Became the Number One Song in America

    On this day November 8 1986, Amanda by Boston reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the band’s first and only chart topping single. After an eight year break following their 1978 album Dont Look Back, the song signaled Boston’s long awaited return to the spotlight. Written by Tom...
  5. On This Day November 8 1983 – Girlschool Released Play Dirty

    On This Day November 8 1983 – Girlschool Released Play Dirty

    On this day November 8 1983, British rock band Girlschool released their fourth studio album Play Dirty, a record that showed the group’s evolution from raw heavy rockers into a more polished, radio ready sound. Produced by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea of Slade, the album featured a slicker approach...
  6. On This Day November 8 1980 – Eddie Rabbitt Released I Love a Rainy Night

    On This Day November 8 1980 – Eddie Rabbitt Released I Love a Rainy Night

    On this day November 8 1980, Eddie Rabbitt released I Love a Rainy Night, a song that would become one of the biggest crossover hits of the decade. Blending country, pop, and rock influences, the track showcased Rabbitt’s smooth vocals and upbeat energy. Its distinctive finger snaps and rhythmic...
  7. On This Day November 8 1988 – The Jungle Brothers Released Straight out the Jungle

    On This Day November 8 1988 – The Jungle Brothers Released Straight out the Jungle

    On this day November 8 1988, The Jungle Brothers released their groundbreaking debut album Straight out the Jungle, a record that helped shape the future of hip hop as the 80s came to a close. The New York trio Mike Gee, Afrika Baby Bam, and DJ Sammy B brought a fresh and positive energy to the...
  8. On This Day November 8 1988 – Realm Released Endless War

    On This Day November 8 1988 – Realm Released Endless War

    On this day November 8 1988, the American thrash metal band Realm released their debut album Endless War, an explosive record that combined technical precision with raw energy. Hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Realm brought a unique sound to the metal scene by blending intricate guitar work...
  9. On This Day November 8 1983 – Barbra Streisand Released the Yentl Soundtrack

    On This Day November 8 1983 – Barbra Streisand Released the Yentl Soundtrack

    On this day November 8 1983, Barbra Streisand released the soundtrack to Yentl, the musical drama she directed, co wrote, and starred in. The album featured original music composed by Michel Legrand with lyrics by Alan and Marilyn Bergman, perfectly capturing the emotional depth and...
  10. On This Day November 8 1982 – ABBA Released The Singles: The First Ten Years

    On This Day November 8 1982 – ABBA Released The Singles: The First Ten Years

    On this day November 8 1982, ABBA released The Singles: The First Ten Years, a double album compilation that celebrated a full decade of timeless pop perfection. Containing twenty three tracks, the collection served as both a career retrospective and a farewell to one of the most successful pop...
  11. On This Day November 8 1980 – Motörhead Released Their 4th Album Ace of Spades

    On This Day November 8 1980 – Motörhead Released Their 4th Album Ace of Spades

    On this day November 8 1980, Motörhead released their fourth studio album Ace of Spades, a record that became one of the defining landmarks in heavy metal history. Led by the unmistakable Lemmy Kilmister, the British trio delivered a sound that was faster, louder, and more aggressive than almost...
  12. On This Day November 7 1980 – Bette Midler And The Harlettes Released Divine Madness (Live Album)

    On This Day November 7 1980 – Bette Midler And The Harlettes Released Divine Madness (Live Album)

    On this day November 7 1980, Bette Midler and The Harlettes released Divine Madness, a dynamic live album that captured the energy, humor, and theatrical spirit of Midler’s unforgettable stage performances. Recorded during her sold out tour, the album showcased her incredible range as both a...
  13. On This Day November 7 1980 – Eagles Released Eagles (Live Album)

    On This Day November 7 1980 – Eagles Released Eagles (Live Album)

    On this day November 7 1980, the Eagles released their first live album simply titled Eagles Live. The record captured the band’s legendary sound at the height of their success, showcasing their perfect harmonies and timeless songwriting across performances from their tours in 1976 and 1980...
  14. On This Day November 7 1981 – Ozzy Osbourne Released Diary Of A Madman

    On This Day November 7 1981 – Ozzy Osbourne Released Diary Of A Madman

    On this day November 7 1981, Ozzy Osbourne released Diary Of A Madman, his second solo studio album and one of the most iconic metal records of the decade. The album built on the success of Blizzard Of Ozz, pushing Ozzy’s sound into darker, more theatrical territory while solidifying his status...
  15. On This Day November 7 1982 – Grace Jones Released Living My Life

    On This Day November 7 1982 – Grace Jones Released Living My Life

    On this day November 7 1982, Grace Jones released Living My Life, her sixth studio album and the final entry in her legendary Compass Point trilogy. The record fused new wave, reggae, and funk into a bold and innovative sound that defined Jones as one of the most unique and fearless artists of...
  16. On This Day November 7 1983 – Yes Released 90125

    On This Day November 7 1983 – Yes Released 90125

    On this day November 7 1983, Yes released 90125, a bold reinvention that brought the progressive rock legends into the modern 1980s soundscape. The album blended the band’s signature musicianship with sleek production, catchy hooks, and electronic influences that appealed to a new generation of...
  17. On This Day November 7 1983 – The Rolling Stones Released Undercover

    On This Day November 7 1983 – The Rolling Stones Released Undercover

    On this day November 7 1983, The Rolling Stones released Undercover, their seventeenth studio album and one of their most daring experiments of the decade. The record combined rock, funk, and new wave influences, showing the band’s willingness to evolve with the changing sounds of the 1980s...
  18. On This Day November 7 1985 – Bob Dylan Released Biograph (Box Set)

    On This Day November 7 1985 – Bob Dylan Released Biograph (Box Set)

    On this day November 7 1985, Bob Dylan released Biograph, a monumental five LP box set that redefined how artists could celebrate their musical legacies. The collection featured 53 tracks, including hit singles, deep cuts, and rare recordings spanning two decades of Dylan’s influential career...
  19. On This Day November 7 1987 – Venom Released Calm Before The Storm

    On This Day November 7 1987 – Venom Released Calm Before The Storm

    On this day November 7 1987, Venom released Calm Before The Storm, their fifth studio album and a turning point in the band’s evolution. Known for pioneering extreme metal, Venom shifted toward a cleaner sound on this record while still maintaining their aggressive energy and dark themes. Calm...
  20. On This Day November 7 1987 – David Sylvian Released Secrets Of The Beehive

    On This Day November 7 1987 – David Sylvian Released Secrets Of The Beehive

    On this day November 7 1987, David Sylvian released Secrets Of The Beehive, a beautifully introspective album that showcased his artistry through atmospheric arrangements and poetic lyricism. The record marked a departure from his earlier experimental work, favoring a more minimalist and...
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