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  1. On This Day: June 22, 1981 – Commodores Release In the Pocket

    On This Day: June 22, 1981 – Commodores Release In the Pocket

    On this day June 22, 1981, the Commodores released their ninth studio album In the Pocket. The album featured a blend of smooth ballads and soulful funk that had become the group’s trademark by the early 80s. It included the hit singles Oh No and Lady, both showcasing Lionel Richie’s heartfelt...
  2. On This Day: June 20, 1988 - Bobby Brown Releases Don't Be Cruel

    On This Day: June 20, 1988 - Bobby Brown Releases Don't Be Cruel

    On this day June 20, 1988, Bobby Brown released his second solo album Don't Be Cruel. The album would become a massive success, reaching number 1 on the Billboard charts and eventually going seven times platinum in the United States. Don't Be Cruel marked a bold shift in Bobby Brown's image and...
  3. On This Day: June 6, 1980 – The S.O.S. Band Releases Debut Album S.O.S.

    On This Day: June 6, 1980 – The S.O.S. Band Releases Debut Album S.O.S.

    On this day June 6, 1980, The S.O.S. Band released their debut album S.O.S., introducing their signature blend of funk, R&B, and dance grooves. The Atlanta-based group quickly gained attention with their polished production, infectious rhythms, and confident vocals. The album reached number 12...
  4. On This Day: May 29, 1987 – LL Cool J Releases Bigger and Deffer

    On This Day: May 29, 1987 – LL Cool J Releases Bigger and Deffer

    On this day May 29, 1987, LL Cool J released his second studio album Bigger and Deffer, a landmark in the golden age of hip hop. The album climbed to number 3 on the US Billboard 200 and secured the top spot on the R&B and Hip Hop chart, further establishing LL Cool J as one of the most...
  5. On This Day: May 3, 1988 - Al B. Sure Releases In Effect Mode

    On This Day: May 3, 1988 - Al B. Sure Releases In Effect Mode

    On May 3, 1988, Al B. Sure released his debut album In Effect Mode, blending smooth vocals, new jack swing, and R&B grooves that helped define the sound of late 80s urban music. The album was an instant success and made Al B. Sure one of the standout new artists of the era. In Effect Mode...
  6. On This Day: April 27 1988 – Evelyn Champagne King Released Flirt

    On This Day: April 27 1988 – Evelyn Champagne King Released Flirt

    On this day April 27 1988, Evelyn Champagne King released her ninth studio album Flirt. Known for her smooth voice and dancefloor anthems in the late 70s and early 80s, King continued her run of R&B hits with this release. Flirt reached number 192 on the US Billboard 200 and made a stronger...
  7. On This Day: March 3 1980 Roberta Flack Featuring Donny Hathaway Was Released

    On This Day: March 3 1980 Roberta Flack Featuring Donny Hathaway Was Released

    On this day March 3 1980 Roberta Flack released her ninth studio album Roberta Flack Featuring Donny Hathaway. The album was a tribute to her longtime collaborator Donny Hathaway who had passed away the year before. Their previous duets had earned widespread acclaim making this album a heartfelt...
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    LL Cool J Releases Radio - November 18, 1985

    On this day, November 18, 1985, LL Cool J released his groundbreaking debut album, Radio. Produced by Rick Rubin, this album was a defining moment in hip-hop history, blending raw beats with LL’s energetic and confident delivery. Radio reached #46 on the Billboard 200 and peaked at #6 on the...
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    I Feel for You (1984)

    Title: I Feel for You Artist: Chaka Khan Genre: R&B Released: 1984 Tracks: 1 - This Is My Night - 2 - Stronger Than Before - 3 - My Love Is Alive - 4 - Eye To Eye - 5 - La Flamme - 6 - I Feel For You - 7 - Hold Her - 8 - Through The Fire - 9 - Caught In The Act - 10 -...
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    Chaka Khan’s Self-Titled Album Reaches #5 on R&B Charts - November 17, 1982

    On this day, November 17, 1982, Chaka Khan released her fourth solo album, Chaka Khan, which hit #5 on the R&B charts and #52 on the Billboard 200. Known for her powerful vocals and genre-crossing talent, this album kept her sound fresh and soulful. Did you have this album in your collection?
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    All for Love (1985)

    Title: All for Love Artist: New Edition Genre: R&B Released: 1985 Tracks: 1 - Count Me Out - 2 - A Little Bit of Love (Is All It Takes) - 3 - Sweet Thing - 4 - With You All the Way - 5 - Let's Be Friends - 6 - Kickback - 7 - Tonight's Your Night - 8 - Whispers in Bed - 9 -...
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    New Edition Released All for Love - November 8, 1985

    On this day, November 8, 1985, New Edition released their third album, All for Love. Known for its catchy hooks and smooth R&B vibes, the album climbed to #32 on the Billboard charts. All for Love showcased New Edition’s evolving sound, with hits like “Count Me Out” and “A Little Bit of Love (Is...
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    Released Today MC Hammer’s Let’s Get It Started - September 28, 1988

    On this day, September 28, 1988, MC Hammer released his debut album Let’s Get It Started! The album was a breakthrough for Hammer, peaking at #30 on the Billboard 200 and hitting #1 on the R&B charts. Featuring tracks like “Turn This Mutha Out” and “Let’s Get It Started,” the album laid the...
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    Today On September 24, 1985 - Diana Ross Released Eaten Alive

    On this day, September 24, 1985, Diana Ross released her 16th studio album, Eaten Alive! The album, which peaked at #45 on the Billboard charts, featured collaborations with major artists like Michael Jackson and the Bee Gees. The title track, “Eaten Alive,” was co-written by Jackson, and the...
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    On This Day: Kool & the Gang Releases Something Special - September 24, 1982

    On this day, September 24, 1982, Kool & the Gang released their 13th studio album, Something Special! The album reached #12 on the Billboard 200 charts and topped the R&B charts at #1. Featuring iconic hits like “Get Down on It” and “Take My Heart,” the album showcased Kool & the Gang’s...
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    Released Today Luther Vandross Forever, For Always, For Love - September 21, 1982

    On this day, September 21, 1982, Luther Vandross released his second album, Forever, For Always, For Love. The album became a major hit, reaching #20 on the US Billboard 200 charts and soaring to #1 on the R&B charts. Known for its smooth vocals and soulful melodies, this album solidified...
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    Give Me the Reason (1986)

    Title: Give Me the Reason Artist: Luther Vandross Genre: R&B Released: 1986 Tracks: 1 - Stop to Love - 2 - See Me - 3 - I Gave It Up (When I Fell in Love) - 4 - So Amazing - 5 - Give Me the Reason - 6 - There's Nothing Better Than Love (feat. Gregory Hines) - 7 - I Really...
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    Ready for the World (1985)

    Title: Ready for the World Artist: Ready for the World Genre: No Genre Specified Released: 1985 Tracks: 1 - Tonight - 2 - Digital Display - 3 - Ceramic Girl - 4 - Deep Inside Your Love - 5 - Oh Sheila - 6 - Human Toy - 7 - Slide Over - 8 - Out of Town Lover - 9 - I'm the...
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    Rhythm Nation 1814 (1989)

    Title: Rhythm Nation 1814 Artist: Janet Jackson Genre: R&B Released: 1989 Tracks: 1 - Interlude: Pledge - 2 - Rhythm Nation - 3 - Interlude: T.V. - 4 - State of the World - 5 - Interlude: Race - 6 - The Knowledge - 7 - Interlude: Let's Dance - 8 - Miss You Much - 9 -...
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    Forever, for Always, for Love (1982)

    Title: Forever, for Always, for Love Artist: Luther Vandross Genre: R&B Released: 1982 Tracks: 1 - Bad Boy / Having a Party - 2 - You're the Sweetest One - 3 - Since I Lost My Baby - 4 - Forever, for Always, for Love - 5 - Better Love - 6 - Promise Me - 7 - She Loves Me Back -...
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