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  1. On This Day October 10 1988 - U2 Released Rattle and Hum (Soundtrack and Live Album)

    On This Day October 10 1988 - U2 Released Rattle and Hum (Soundtrack and Live Album)

    On this day October 10 1988, U2 released Rattle and Hum, a combined soundtrack and live album that captured the band’s musical journey across America during and after The Joshua Tree tour. The album blended live recordings, new studio tracks, and collaborations that reflected U2’s deep...
  2. On This Day October 10 1988 - Pet Shop Boys Released Their 3rd Album Introspective

    On This Day October 10 1988 - Pet Shop Boys Released Their 3rd Album Introspective

    On this day October 10 1988, Pet Shop Boys released Introspective, their third studio album and one of the most distinctive dance pop records of the decade. Known for its extended arrangements and rich production, the album featured six tracks that combined the sophistication of pop music with...
  3. On This Day October 10 1988 - Imagine John Lennon Soundtrack Was Released

    On This Day October 10 1988 - Imagine John Lennon Soundtrack Was Released

    On this day October 10 1988, the soundtrack album Imagine John Lennon was released, accompanying the documentary film that celebrated the life, music, and legacy of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. The album featured a collection of songs from both John Lennon’s solo...
  4. On This Day October 10 1988 - Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballé Released the Collaborative Album Barcelona

    On This Day October 10 1988 - Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballé Released the Collaborative Album Barcelona

    On this day October 10 1988, Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballé released the album Barcelona, a groundbreaking collaboration that fused rock and opera in a way the world had never heard before. The partnership between Queen’s legendary frontman and the world-renowned Spanish soprano created...
  5. On This Day October 10 1983 - Culture Club Released Their 2nd Album Colour by Numbers

    On This Day October 10 1983 - Culture Club Released Their 2nd Album Colour by Numbers

    On this day October 10 1983, Culture Club released Colour by Numbers, their second studio album and one of the most celebrated pop records of the decade. Blending soul, pop, and new wave, the album captured the vibrant style and emotional depth that defined the band’s music. Featuring timeless...
  6. On This Day October 13 1982 - Kiss Released Their 10th Album Creatures of the Night

    On This Day October 13 1982 - Kiss Released Their 10th Album Creatures of the Night

    On this day October 13 1982, Kiss released Creatures of the Night, their powerful tenth studio album that marked a return to the band’s heavy rock roots after several years of experimenting with different styles. The album delivered a thunderous sound filled with driving guitars, explosive...
  7. On This Day October 10 1980 - The Teardrop Explodes Released Their Debut Album Kilimanjaro

    On This Day October 10 1980 - The Teardrop Explodes Released Their Debut Album Kilimanjaro

    On this day October 10 1980, The Teardrop Explodes released their debut album Kilimanjaro, a defining record of the post-punk and neo-psychedelic movement that swept through the UK in the early 1980s. Fronted by Julian Cope, the band blended catchy melodies, surreal lyrics, and colorful...
  8. On This Day October 10 1980 - Icehouse Released Their Debut Album

    On This Day October 10 1980 - Icehouse Released Their Debut Album

    On this day October 10 1980, Icehouse released their self-titled debut album, introducing the world to their polished new wave sound and icy synth-driven style that would soon define their identity throughout the decade. Led by frontman Iva Davies, the Australian band blended rock, pop, and...
  9. On This Day October 10 1989 - McAuley Schenker Group Released Their 6th Album Save Yourself

    On This Day October 10 1989 - McAuley Schenker Group Released Their 6th Album Save Yourself

    On this day October 10 1989, McAuley Schenker Group released Save Yourself, their sixth studio album and one of their most dynamic hard rock releases of the decade. The record delivered a powerful mix of soaring vocals, sharp guitar work, and polished production that defined the band’s late 80s...
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  10. On This Day October 10 1989 - Ice-T Released His 3rd Album The Iceberg Freedom of Speech...Just Watch What You Say

    On This Day October 10 1989 - Ice-T Released His 3rd Album The Iceberg Freedom of Speech...Just Watch What You Say

    On this day October 10 1989, Ice-T released The Iceberg Freedom of Speech...Just Watch What You Say, his third studio album and one of the most politically charged rap records of the 1980s. The album addressed censorship, free expression, and social issues with Ice-T’s trademark sharp wit and...
  11. On This Day October 10 1989 - D.R.I. Released Their 5th Album Thrash Zone

    On This Day October 10 1989 - D.R.I. Released Their 5th Album Thrash Zone

    On this day October 10 1989, D.R.I. released Thrash Zone, their fifth studio album and one of the defining records of crossover thrash in the late 1980s. The album captured the raw intensity of hardcore punk fused with the technical precision of metal, solidifying D.R.I.’s status as one of the...
  12. On This Day October 10 1989 - Biz Markie Released His 2nd Album The Biz Never Sleeps

    On This Day October 10 1989 - Biz Markie Released His 2nd Album The Biz Never Sleeps

    On this day October 10 1989, Biz Markie released The Biz Never Sleeps, his second studio album and one of the most influential hip hop releases of the late 1980s. With his humor, charm, and unique delivery, Biz Markie brought personality and creativity to rap in a way few others had before. The...
  13. On This Day October 9 1987 – Unchain My Heart by Joe Cocker Was Released

    On This Day October 9 1987 – Unchain My Heart by Joe Cocker Was Released

    On this day October 9 1987, Unchain My Heart was released, the eleventh studio album by Joe Cocker. The album showcased Cocker’s signature soulful vocals and passionate delivery, blending rock, blues, and rhythm and blues into a powerful collection of songs that highlighted his enduring...
  14. On This Day October 9 1984 – the Album Shout Was Released by Devo

    On This Day October 9 1984 – the Album Shout Was Released by Devo

    On this day October 9 1984, Shout was released, the sixth studio album by new wave band Devo. Known for their experimental sound and satirical approach to music, Devo pushed deeper into synthesizer-driven production with this release, embracing new technology and evolving their distinct style...
  15. On This Day October 9 1984 – March of the Saint by Armored Saint was Released

    On This Day October 9 1984 – March of the Saint by Armored Saint was Released

    On this day October 9 1984, March of the Saint was released, the debut album by heavy metal band Armored Saint. Packed with powerful riffs, soaring vocals, and classic metal energy, the album quickly established the group as one of the most promising acts in the American metal scene of the...
  16. On This Day October 9 1984 – Barbra Streisand Released the Album Emotion

    On This Day October 9 1984 – Barbra Streisand Released the Album Emotion

    On this day October 9 1984, Emotion was released, the twenty-third studio album by Barbra Streisand. Blending pop, soft rock, and adult contemporary sounds, the album highlighted Streisand’s powerful vocals and versatility while exploring themes of love, vulnerability, and resilience. Emotion...
  17. On This Day October 9 1981 – On the Way to the Sky Was Released by Neil Diamond

    On This Day October 9 1981 – On the Way to the Sky Was Released by Neil Diamond

    On this day October 9 1981, On the Way to the Sky was released, the fifteenth studio album by Neil Diamond. Showcasing his signature blend of heartfelt lyrics and rich melodies, the album continued Diamond’s legacy as one of the most beloved singer songwriters of his era. The record featured...
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  18. On This Day October 9 1987 – Bruce Springsteen Released The Tunnel Of Love Album

    On This Day October 9 1987 – Bruce Springsteen Released The Tunnel Of Love Album

    On this day October 9 1987, Bruce Springsteen released The Tunnel Of Love, his eighth studio album and one of his most introspective works. Moving away from the anthemic sound of his earlier records, Springsteen explored themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery with a more personal and...
  19. On This Day October 8 1982 – Spring Session M Was Released by Missing Persons

    On This Day October 8 1982 – Spring Session M Was Released by Missing Persons

    On this day October 8 1982, Spring Session M was released, the debut album by new wave band Missing Persons. Blending energetic synth melodies, sharp guitar work, and futuristic production, the album captured the vibrant sound of early 1980s new wave while showcasing the band’s distinct artistic...
  20. On This Day October 8 1981 – Still Was Released By Joy Division

    On This Day October 8 1981 – Still Was Released By Joy Division

    On this day October 8 1981, Still was released, a compilation album by British post punk band Joy Division. The album served as both a tribute and a final chapter for the group following the death of lead singer Ian Curtis in 1980, collecting rare tracks, unreleased material, and live...
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