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On This Day August 3 1987 – Def Leppard Released Their Fourth Album Hysteria
On this day August 3 1987, Hysteria by Def Leppard was released, becoming one of the most successful rock albums of the decade and a defining moment in 1980s music. As the band’s fourth studio album, Hysteria represented a creative and technical milestone, blending hard rock with radio friendly...- Pete
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On This Day August 2 1987 – Diesel And Dust By Midnight Oil Was Released
On this day August 2 1987, Diesel and Dust by Midnight Oil was released, marking the band's sixth studio album and their breakthrough on the international stage. Known for its driving rock sound and urgent message, the album brought attention to the struggles of Indigenous Australians and...- Pete
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On This Day July 21 1987 – Dio Released Their Fourth Album Dream Evil
On this day July 21 1987, Dio released their fourth studio album, Dream Evil. Led by the legendary Ronnie James Dio, the album continued the band’s tradition of powerful vocals, dark fantasy themes, and epic metal soundscapes. It marked the last full studio album to feature guitarist Craig Goldy...- Pete
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On This Day July 21 1987 – Lion Released Their Debut Album Dangerous Attraction
On this day July 21 1987, Lion released their debut full length album, Dangerous Attraction. Known for their blend of hard rock and melodic metal, Lion delivered a powerful debut packed with blazing guitar solos, soaring vocals, and polished production that appealed to fans of glam and...- Pete
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On This Day July 21, 1987 – Guns N Roses Released Their Debut Album Appetite for Destruction
On this day July 21 1987, Appetite for Destruction was released by Guns N Roses and brought a raw and ferocious sound back into the rock spotlight. In an era dominated by polished production and flashy glam bands, this album stood out as something real. It was loud, angry, and full of fire...- Pete
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On This Day July 20, 1987 – Too Short Released His Fourth Album Born to Mack
On this day July 20, 1987, Born to Mack was released by Too Short, marking a turning point in the rise of independent West Coast rap. As his fourth album, Born to Mack was the first to gain major attention outside of Oakland and would set the stage for a long and influential career. Originally...- Pete
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On This Day August 4, 1987 – Dirty Dancing Soundtrack Was Released
On this day August 4, 1987, the Dirty Dancing soundtrack was released and quickly became one of the most iconic albums of the decade. Featuring a mix of nostalgic 1960s classics and brand new 80s hits, the soundtrack captured the emotion and energy of the film and created a cultural moment all...- Pete
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On This Day: July 13, 1987 – Terence Trent DArby Releases His Debut Album
On this day July 13, 1987, Terence Trent DArby released his debut album Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent DArby, a bold and confident arrival that shook up the pop, soul, and rock charts with style, swagger, and undeniable talent. The album reached number 4 on the Billboard 200...- Pete
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On This Day: July 6, 1987 - Echo and the Bunnymen Released Their Self Titled Fifth Album
On this day July 6, 1987, Echo and the Bunnymen released their self titled fifth album, a record that aimed to bring their moody post punk sound to a wider audience. Known for their atmospheric style and introspective lyrics, the band leaned into a more accessible production approach on this...- Pete
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On This Day: July 6, 1987 - Elton John Released Live in Australia with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
On this day July 6, 1987, Elton John released Live in Australia with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, a powerful live album that captured one of the most unique performances of his career. Recorded in December 1986 at the Sydney Entertainment Centre, the concert featured Elton performing his...- Pete
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On This Day: July 6, 1987 - The Grateful Dead Released Their Twelfth Album In the Dark
On this day July 6, 1987, the Grateful Dead released their twelfth studio album In the Dark, marking a major commercial resurgence for the band after nearly seven years without a new studio release. Known more for their live performances and dedicated following than radio hits, the band...- Pete
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