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  1. On This Day September 28, 1987 – Strangeways, Here We Come by The Smiths Was Released

    On This Day September 28, 1987 – Strangeways, Here We Come by The Smiths Was Released

    On this day September 28, 1987 Strangeways, Here We Come by The Smiths was released. The band’s fourth and final studio album marked the end of one of the most influential acts of the 1980s, capturing their signature blend of poetic lyricism, jangly guitar work, and emotionally charged...
  2. On This Day September 25, 1988 – They Might Be Giants Released Lincoln

    On This Day September 25, 1988 – They Might Be Giants Released Lincoln

    On this day September 25, 1988 They Might Be Giants released their second studio album, Lincoln. The record built on the band’s quirky, experimental style, blending witty lyrics, eclectic instrumentation, and offbeat storytelling into a sound that defied mainstream conventions. Named after...
  3. On This Day: July 11, 1988 – Joy Division Releases Substance

    On This Day: July 11, 1988 – Joy Division Releases Substance

    On this day July 11, 1988, Joy Division released the compilation album Substance, bringing together the band’s influential singles, B sides, and standout tracks into one essential collection. While the band’s original run was short lived due to the tragic death of frontman Ian Curtis in 1980...
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    Garlands (1982)

    Title: Garlands Artist: Cocteau Twins Genre: Alternative Rock Released: 1982 Tracks: 1 - Blood Bitch - 4:35 2 - Wax and Wane - 4:02 3 - But I'm Not - 2:42 4 - Blind Dumb Deaf - 3:55 5 - Shallow Then Halo - 5:15 6 - The Hollow Men - 5:02 7 - Garlands - 4:29 8 - Grail Overfloweth -...
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