On this day August 29 1989, Escape from Havana by Mellow Man Ace was released. As the debut album from the Cuban American rapper, it helped pioneer Latin influenced hip hop at a time when the genre was rapidly evolving. Mixing bilingual lyrics, funk samples,
On this day August 29 1989, Lukather by Steve Lukather was released. Known as the guitarist and vocalist for Toto, Lukather stepped out with his debut solo album to explore a broader musical range and showcase his versatility as both a songwriter and performer. The
On this day August 29 1980, A by Jethro Tull was released in the United Kingdom. Originally intended as a solo project by Ian Anderson, the album was eventually released under the band’s name and marked a shift in sound toward synthesizers and a more
On this day August 29 1986, In the Army Now by Status Quo was released. As the band’s seventeenth studio album, it marked a significant shift in their sound with the addition of keyboards and a more polished production style suited to the mid 80s
On this day August 29 1987, Sentimental Hygiene by Warren Zevon was released. Marking his sixth studio album and first release after a five year hiatus, the record signaled a powerful comeback both musically and personally. It was Zevon’s first album recorded after getting sober
On this day August 29 1988, Keeper of the Seven Keys Part 2 by Helloween was released. As the third studio album from the German metal band, it completed the epic power metal saga that began with Part 1 the year before. With soaring vocals,
On this day August 29 1984, The Jacksons Victory Tour set a new record by selling over 1.1 million tickets, making it the highest grossing concert tour in North America at the time. The tour marked the final time all six Jackson brothers performed together
On this day August 29 1980, Signing Off by UB40 was released. The debut album from the British reggae band delivered a socially conscious and musically rich statement that set them apart from their peers. Blending politically charged lyrics with dub inspired rhythms and sax
On this day August 29 1987, La Bamba by Los Lobos reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The energetic Spanish language rock track became a surprise summer hit and introduced a new generation to the music of Ritchie Valens, whose life was portrayed
On this day August 28 1984, the soundtrack to The Woman in Red was released. Featuring a collection of songs by various artists, the album is most remembered for launching the chart topping hit I Just Called to Say I Love You by Stevie Wonder.