On this day September 24, 1984 The Honeydrippers released their EP Volume One. Formed by Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin, the group was a side project that paid tribute to the rhythm and blues music of the 1950s and early 1960s. The record featured covers
On this day September 24, 1980 Utopia released their fifth studio album, Deface the Music . Known for their experimental style, the band took a creative turn with this record by crafting songs that closely resembled the sound and style of The Beatles. The album
On this day September 24, 1982 Kool & the Gang released their thirteenth studio album, Something Special . Coming at the height of their popularity, the album continued their streak of funk infused pop and R&B that dominated radio and dance floors in the early
On this day September 24, 1984 David Bowie released his sixteenth studio album, Tonight . Following the massive success of Let’s Dance , Bowie shifted toward a more relaxed and pop influenced sound, blending reggae, soul, and rock elements throughout the record. The album included
On this day September 24, 1988 Bobby McFerrin’s single Don’t Worry Be Happy reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making it the top song in the country. Featured on his album Simple Pleasures , the track stood out for its entirely a cappella
On this day September 24, 1985 Diana Ross released her sixteenth studio album, Eaten Alive . The record brought together an impressive lineup of collaborators, including Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees and pop legend Michael Jackson, who co wrote and sang on the title
On this day September 24, 1987 Wendy & Lisa released their self titled debut album, Wendy and Lisa . After departing from Prince’s band The Revolution, the duo struck out on their own with a record that showcased their talents as songwriters, vocalists, and multi
On this day September 24, 1983 Billy Joel’s single Tell Her About It reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the top song in the country. The track was part of his hit album An Innocent Man and showcased Joel’s tribute to the
On this day September 23, 1985 The Fall released their eighth studio album, This Nation’s Saving Grace . Widely regarded as one of the band’s finest works, the album captured their signature post punk sound while introducing a sharper, more polished production that expanded their
On this day September 23, 1985 10,000 Maniacs released their second studio album, The Wishing Chair . Produced by Joe Boyd, the album showcased the band’s unique blend of folk rock, alternative sounds, and socially conscious lyrics that would become their signature style throughout the