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  1. On This Day: June 25, 1987 – Skinny Puppy Release Cleanse Fold and Manipulate

    On This Day: June 25, 1987 – Skinny Puppy Release Cleanse Fold and Manipulate

    On this day June 25, 1987, Canadian industrial band Skinny Puppy released their third studio album Cleanse Fold and Manipulate. Known for their aggressive sound, dark themes, and pioneering use of samples and electronics, the album pushed further into unsettling territory with tracks that...
  2. On This Day: June 25, 1984 – Mike Oldfield Releases Discovery

    On This Day: June 25, 1984 – Mike Oldfield Releases Discovery

    On this day June 25, 1984, Mike Oldfield released his ninth studio album Discovery. Known for his instrumental brilliance and genre bending compositions, Oldfield leaned more into pop rock on this release while still maintaining the layered soundscapes he was known for. The album featured...
  3. On this day June 25, 1980, Kiss took the stage at the New York Palladium with new drummer Eric Carr performing for the first time. Carr had recently r

    On this day June 25, 1980, Kiss took the stage at the New York Palladium with new drummer Eric Carr performing for the first time. Carr had recently r

    On this day June 25, 1980, Kiss took the stage at the New York Palladium with new drummer Eric Carr performing for the first time. Carr had recently replaced original drummer Peter Criss, marking a major shift in the band’s lineup during a transitional period in their career. Eric Carr brought...
  4. On This Day: June 25, 1988 – Foolish Beat by Debbie Gibson Hits Number One in America

    On This Day: June 25, 1988 – Foolish Beat by Debbie Gibson Hits Number One in America

    On this day June 25, 1988, Foolish Beat by Debbie Gibson reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. Written, produced, and performed entirely by Gibson herself, the song made her the youngest female artist in history to achieve a number one hit with a track she wrote and produced. The...
  5. On This Day: June 25, 1984 – Prince Releases Purple Rain

    On This Day: June 25, 1984 – Prince Releases Purple Rain

    On this day June 25, 1984, Prince released his sixth studio album Purple Rain, a record that would define his career and become one of the most celebrated albums of the decade. Serving as both the soundtrack to his feature film of the same name and a standalone masterpiece, Purple Rain blended...
  6. On This Day: June 24, 1988 – Eighth Wonder Releases Debut Album Fearless

    On This Day: June 24, 1988 – Eighth Wonder Releases Debut Album Fearless

    On this day June 24, 1988, British pop group Eighth Wonder released their debut album Fearless. Fronted by singer Patsy Kensit, the album blended catchy dance pop with sleek late 80s production. It featured the hit singles I'm Not Scared, co written and produced by the Pet Shop Boys, and Cross...
  7. On This Day: June 24, 1986 – Soul Asylum Releases Time's Incinerator

    On This Day: June 24, 1986 – Soul Asylum Releases Time's Incinerator

    On this day June 24, 1986, Soul Asylum released their second album Time's Incinerator. A compilation of early demos, outtakes, and live tracks, the album gave fans a raw and unfiltered look at the Minneapolis band’s early sound. Released on cassette only, it became a cult favorite among...
  8. On This Day: June 24, 1982 – The Replacements Release Stink

    On This Day: June 24, 1982 – The Replacements Release Stink

    On this day June 24, 1982, The Replacements released their EP Stink, a raw and fast blast of punk energy that built on the momentum of their debut album. Clocking in at just under fifteen minutes, the EP delivered aggressive tracks like Kids Don’t Follow and God Damn Job, capturing the band’s...
  9. On This Day: June 24, 1980 – Jackson Browne Releases Hold Out

    On This Day: June 24, 1980 – Jackson Browne Releases Hold Out

    On this day June 24, 1980, Jackson Browne released his sixth studio album Hold Out. Known for his thoughtful lyrics and smooth California rock sound, Browne continued his streak of success with this release, which marked a shift toward a more polished and mainstream production style. Hold Out...
  10. On This Day: June 24, 1989 – Satisfied by Richard Marx Hits Number One in America

    On This Day: June 24, 1989 – Satisfied by Richard Marx Hits Number One in America

    On this day June 24, 1989, Satisfied by Richard Marx reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The powerful lead single from his second album Repeat Offender, the song blended hard edged guitar riffs with a soaring vocal performance that showcased Marx’s ability to bridge pop and rock with...
  11. On This Day: June 23, 1985 – St. Elmo’s Fire (Man in Motion) is Released by John Parr

    On This Day: June 23, 1985 – St. Elmo’s Fire (Man in Motion) is Released by John Parr

    On this day June 23, 1985, John Parr released St. Elmos Fire Man in Motion, the theme song for the coming of age film St. Elmos Fire. Inspired in part by Canadian athlete Rick Hansens Man in Motion World Tour, the song delivered a powerful mix of uplifting lyrics and driving 80s rock production...
  12. On This Day: June 23, 1987 – Sammy Hagar Releases I Never Said Goodbye

    On This Day: June 23, 1987 – Sammy Hagar Releases I Never Said Goodbye

    On this day June 23, 1987, Sammy Hagar released his ninth solo album I Never Said Goodbye. The album was recorded during his time with Van Halen and is sometimes viewed as a bridge between his solo career and his role as the band’s frontman. It was originally untitled, but Hagar named it I Never...
  13. On This Day: June 23, 1986 – Peter Cetera Releases Solitude Solitaire

    On This Day: June 23, 1986 – Peter Cetera Releases Solitude Solitaire

    On this day June 23, 1986, Peter Cetera released his second solo album Solitude Solitaire, following his departure from the band Chicago. The album marked a new chapter in his career, showcasing his smooth tenor voice in a more polished pop rock setting. It featured the number one hits Glory of...
  14. On This Day: June 23, 1980 – Bob Dylan Releases Saved

    On This Day: June 23, 1980 – Bob Dylan Releases Saved

    On this day June 23, 1980, Bob Dylan released his twentieth studio album Saved. As the second installment in his gospel inspired trilogy, the album continued Dylan’s exploration of Christian themes with passionate vocals and spiritually focused lyrics. Tracks like Solid Rock and Pressing On...
  15. On This Day: June 23, 1984 – The Reflex by Duran Duran Hits Number One in America

    On This Day: June 23, 1984 – The Reflex by Duran Duran Hits Number One in America

    On this day June 23, 1984, The Reflex by Duran Duran reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the band’s first chart topping single in the United States. Remixed by Nile Rodgers of Chic, the song featured a bold production style that pushed the band’s sound into a more experimental...
  16. On This Day: June 22, 1988 – Robert Palmer Releases Heavy Nova

    On This Day: June 22, 1988 – Robert Palmer Releases Heavy Nova

    On this day June 22, 1988, Robert Palmer released his ninth solo album Heavy Nova. Known for blending rock, pop, funk, and sophistication, Palmer took his signature sound even further with this release. The album featured the massive hit Simply Irresistible, which became a defining song of the...
  17. On This Day: June 22, 1987 – Marillion Releases Clutching at Straws

    On This Day: June 22, 1987 – Marillion Releases Clutching at Straws

    On this day June 22, 1987, British progressive rock band Marillion released their fourth studio album Clutching at Straws. The album told the story of Torch, a struggling musician wrestling with addiction and self doubt, woven together through emotional lyrics and complex arrangements. It...
  18. On This Day: June 22, 1984 - Roger Glover Releases Mask

    On This Day: June 22, 1984 - Roger Glover Releases Mask

    On this day June 22, 1984, Roger Glover released his third solo album titled Mask. Known primarily as the bassist for Deep Purple, Glover stepped out again with a solo effort that explored a mix of rock, pop and synth driven sounds that reflected the changing musical landscape of the mid 80s...
  19. On This Day: June 22, 1982 – Oingo Boingo Releases Nothing to Fear

    On This Day: June 22, 1982 – Oingo Boingo Releases Nothing to Fear

    On this day June 22, 1982, Oingo Boingo released their second studio album Nothing to Fear. Led by Danny Elfman, the band continued to push their quirky, energetic sound with a mix of new wave, ska, and experimental rock. The album featured the standout track Wild Sex in the Working Class, which...
  20. 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...
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