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  1. On This Day September 12 1983 – Heads or Tales by Saga Fifth Album Released

    On This Day September 12 1983 – Heads or Tales by Saga Fifth Album Released

    On this day September 12 1983, Saga released their fifth studio album Heads or Tales. Known for their progressive rock roots, the Canadian band leaned into a more accessible, polished sound with this record, while still keeping their signature complexity and theatrical flair. The album featured...
  2. On This Day September 7 1987 – Islands by Mike Oldfield Eleventh Album Released

    On This Day September 7 1987 – Islands by Mike Oldfield Eleventh Album Released

    On this day September 7 1987, Mike Oldfield released his eleventh studio album Islands. Known for his groundbreaking work on Tubular Bells and his blend of progressive and experimental sounds, Oldfield continued to expand his musical vision with a record that fused instrumental pieces and vocal...
  3. On This Day September 7 1984 – Under Wraps by Jethro Tull Fifteenth Album Released

    On This Day September 7 1984 – Under Wraps by Jethro Tull Fifteenth Album Released

    On this day September 7 1984, Jethro Tull released their fifteenth studio album Under Wraps. Known for blending progressive rock with folk and hard rock influences throughout the 1970s, the band took a bold step into new territory with this release by heavily incorporating electronic elements...
  4. On This Day September 7 1987 – A Momentary Lapse of Reason by Pink Floyd Thirteenth Album Released

    On This Day September 7 1987 – A Momentary Lapse of Reason by Pink Floyd Thirteenth Album Released

    On this day September 7 1987, Pink Floyd released their thirteenth studio album A Momentary Lapse of Reason. It was the band’s first project without Roger Waters and marked a new era led by David Gilmour. Despite internal challenges, the album reaffirmed Pink Floyd’s place as one of the biggest...
  5. On This Day September 5, 1987 – Alice Cooper's Album Raise Your Fist and Yell was Released

    On This Day September 5, 1987 – Alice Cooper's Album Raise Your Fist and Yell was Released

    On this day September 5, 1987, Alice Cooper released his tenth studio album, Raise Your Fist and Yell. This album showcased a heavier and more theatrical sound, blending hard rock intensity with horror‑tinged theatrics that reinforced his reputation as a bold and unpredictable performer. Tracks...
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  6. On This Day September 4 1981 – Meatloaf Released the Album Dead Ringer

    On This Day September 4 1981 – Meatloaf Released the Album Dead Ringer

    On this day September 4 1981, Dead Ringer, the third studio album by Meat Loaf, was released. Following the massive success of Bat Out of Hell, this album reunited Meat Loaf with songwriter Jim Steinman for another round of theatrical rock anthems. Dead Ringer featured over the top...
  7. On This Day August 25 1987 – Door to Door by The Cars Was Released

    On This Day August 25 1987 – Door to Door by The Cars Was Released

    On this day August 25 1987, Door to Door by The Cars was released. This marked the sixth studio album from the iconic new wave group and would ultimately become their last release before a long hiatus. After years of defining the sleek and synth driven sound of the early 1980s, The Cars...
  8. On This Day August 25 1982 – Zipper Catches Skin by Alice Cooper Was Released

    On This Day August 25 1982 – Zipper Catches Skin by Alice Cooper Was Released

    On this day August 25 1982, Zipper Catches Skin by Alice Cooper was released. This marked his seventh solo studio album and one of the more unusual entries in his extensive discography. Known for theatrical rock and horror-inspired anthems, Cooper took a sharp left turn with this release...
  9. On This Day August 24 1981 – Tattoo You by The Rolling Stones Released

    On This Day August 24 1981 – Tattoo You by The Rolling Stones Released

    On this day August 24 1981, Tattoo You by The Rolling Stones was released as their eighteenth studio album. Fueled by the magnetism of Mick Jagger’s vocals, Keith Richards’ guitars, and the band’s legendary groove, the album leaned into a mix of hard hitting rockers and soulful ballads that...
  10. On This Day August 23 1980 – The Heatwave Festival Near Toronto Began

    On This Day August 23 1980 – The Heatwave Festival Near Toronto Began

    On this day August 23 1980, the Heatwave Festival kicked off near Toronto drawing tens of thousands of fans for one of the most iconic alternative music events of the decade. Held at Mosport Park in Ontario, it was often referred to as the punk and new wave Woodstock and featured a powerhouse...
  11. On This Day August 23 1988 – Dangerous Age by Bad Company Released

    On This Day August 23 1988 – Dangerous Age by Bad Company Released

    On this day August 23 1988, Dangerous Age by Bad Company was released, marking a dynamic shift for the band as they embraced a more aggressive and modern rock edge. This album emerged after a period of changes in the lineup, introducing a refreshed sound that blended their classic hard rock...
  12. On This Day August 23 1988 – Two Nuns and a Pack Mule by Rapeman Released

    On This Day August 23 1988 – Two Nuns and a Pack Mule by Rapeman Released

    On this day August 23 1988, Two Nuns and a Pack Mule by Rapeman was released as the band’s debut full length album. Led by Steve Albini, the record delivered a loud unfiltered blast of noise rock that was confrontational abrasive and deliberately provocative from start to finish. The album’s...
  13. On This Day August 22 1989 – Enuff Z’nuff Released Their Debut Album Enuff Z’nuff

    On This Day August 22 1989 – Enuff Z’nuff Released Their Debut Album Enuff Z’nuff

    On this day August 22 1989, Enuff Z’nuff released their self titled debut album, bringing a burst of catchy melodies and glam influenced power pop into the late 80s. With bright hooks and polished production the band stood out with a sound that was both retro and contemporary—making their mark...
  14. On This Day August 22 1989 – Jefferson Airplane Released Their Eighth and Final Album Jefferson Airplane

    On This Day August 22 1989 – Jefferson Airplane Released Their Eighth and Final Album Jefferson Airplane

    On this day August 22 1989, Jefferson Airplane released their eighth and final studio album, marking the end of a journey that began in the heart of the 1960s counterculture. This self titled release reunited members of the classic lineup for one last project, bringing their signature sound into...
  15. On This Day August 20 1983 - Heart Released Their Seventh Album Passionworks

    On This Day August 20 1983 - Heart Released Their Seventh Album Passionworks

    On this day August 20 1983, Heart released their seventh studio album Passionworks. The record marked a transitional moment for the band, blending their classic rock roots with a more modern 80s sound that leaned into polished production and synthesizers. While it did not achieve the same level...
  16. On This Day August 12 1985 – Old Ways by Neil Young Released in the United States

    On This Day August 12 1985 – Old Ways by Neil Young Released in the United States

    On this day August 12 1985, Old Ways by Neil Young was released in the United States. As his fourteenth studio album, it marked a return to country influenced songwriting and arrangements that echoed his earlier acoustic work. The album was a personal statement wrapped in steel guitar, fiddle...
  17. On This Day August 8 1987 – I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For by U2 Became the Number One Song in America

    On This Day August 8 1987 – I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For by U2 Became the Number One Song in America

    On this day August 8 1987, I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For by U2 reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, giving the Irish rock band their second chart topping hit in the United States. Featured on their landmark album The Joshua Tree, the song showcased a spiritual and emotional...
  18. On This Day July 25 1986 – Lightning Strikes by Loudness Was Released

    On This Day July 25 1986 – Lightning Strikes by Loudness Was Released

    On this day July 25 1986, Lightning Strikes was released, delivering the sixth studio album from Japanese metal band Loudness. The record marked a significant push into the American market, showcasing the band's technical skills, energetic sound, and bilingual approach to lyrics. With standout...
  19. On This Day July 24 1982 – Jack and Diane by John Mellencamp Was Released

    On This Day July 24 1982 – Jack and Diane by John Mellencamp Was Released

    On this day July 24 1982, John Mellencamp released Jack and Diane, the standout track from his breakthrough album American Fool. The song quickly captured the hearts of listeners with its small town American story about two teenagers trying to hold onto a moment in a world that keeps moving...
  20. On This Day July 23 1982 – Emotions in Motion by Billy Squier Was Released

    On This Day July 23 1982 – Emotions in Motion by Billy Squier Was Released

    On this day July 23 1982, Emotions in Motion was released, marking the third studio album by Billy Squier and a crucial follow up to his breakthrough album Don’t Say No. With a mix of hard rock, pop hooks, and glam influenced grooves, the album further established Squier as one of the defining...
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