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  1. On This Day November 16 1987 – Rick Astley Released His Debut Album Whenever You Need Somebody

    On This Day November 16 1987 – Rick Astley Released His Debut Album Whenever You Need Somebody

    On this day November 16 1987, Rick Astley released his debut album Whenever You Need Somebody introducing the world to one of the most distinctive voices of the decade. Backed by the production team Stock Aitken Waterman, the album delivered polished pop melodies and infectious beats that made...
  2. On This Day November 16 1985 – We Built This City by Starship Became the Number 1 Song in America

    On This Day November 16 1985 – We Built This City by Starship Became the Number 1 Song in America

    On this day November 16 1985, We Built This City by Starship became the number 1 song in America, marking one of the most recognizable anthems of the 1980s. The song blended catchy pop hooks with a bold message about the commercialization of rock and roll, capturing both the energy and...
  3. On This Day November 15 1988 – Kiss Released Smashes Thrashes & Hits

    On This Day November 15 1988 – Kiss Released Smashes Thrashes & Hits

    On this day November 15 1988, Kiss released Smashes Thrashes & Hits, a compilation album that brought together the band’s biggest anthems along with two brand new songs. It served as both a celebration of their chart topping success and a bridge between eras for one of rock’s most recognizable...
  4. On This Day November 15 1986 – Stevie Ray Vaughan Released Live Alive

    On This Day November 15 1986 – Stevie Ray Vaughan Released Live Alive

    On this day November 15 1986, Stevie Ray Vaughan released Live Alive, his first live album and one that captured the fire and soul of his legendary performances. Recorded during shows in Austin and Dallas, the album showcased Vaughan and his band Double Trouble at their rawest and most...
  5. On This Day November 15 1986 – Frank Zappa Released Jazz from Hell

    On This Day November 15 1986 – Frank Zappa Released Jazz from Hell

    On this day November 15 1986, Frank Zappa released Jazz from Hell, a bold and unconventional instrumental album that showcased his mastery of composition and electronic innovation. The record was performed primarily on the Synclavier, an early digital synthesizer that allowed Zappa to create...
  6. On This Day November 15 1985 – Cocteau Twins Released Tiny Dynamine

    On This Day November 15 1985 – Cocteau Twins Released Tiny Dynamine

    On this day November 15 1985, Cocteau Twins released Tiny Dynamine, an ethereal and beautifully atmospheric EP that captured the band’s dreamlike sound at its finest. Known for their lush textures and Elizabeth Fraser’s haunting vocals, the Cocteau Twins continued to expand their sonic world...
  7. On This Day November 15 1984 – Kool & the Gang Released Emergency

    On This Day November 15 1984 – Kool & the Gang Released Emergency

    On this day November 15 1984, Kool & the Gang released Emergency, one of their most successful and energetic albums of the decade. Blending funk, pop, and R&B with a sleek 80s sound, the record brought the group massive commercial success and became a highlight of their long and celebrated...
  8. On This Day November 15 1984 – Barry Manilow Released 2:00 AM Paradise Cafe

    On This Day November 15 1984 – Barry Manilow Released 2:00 AM Paradise Cafe

    On this day November 15 1984, Barry Manilow released 2:00 AM Paradise Cafe, an intimate and soulful album that showcased a very different side of his artistry. Stepping away from his usual pop sound, Manilow embraced a smooth jazz style, recording the entire album live in the studio with an...
  9. On This Day November 15 1983 – Ozzy Osbourne Released Bark at the Moon

    On This Day November 15 1983 – Ozzy Osbourne Released Bark at the Moon

    On this day November 15 1983, Ozzy Osbourne released Bark at the Moon, his third solo album and one that cemented his status as one of heavy metal’s defining voices of the 1980s. The record marked the debut of guitarist Jake E. Lee, whose blistering riffs and dynamic playing helped create a...
  10. On This Day November 15 1983 – John Denver Released Its About Time

    On This Day November 15 1983 – John Denver Released Its About Time

    On this day November 15 1983, John Denver released Its About Time, a heartfelt album that reflected both his environmental passion and his love for storytelling through song. Blending folk, pop, and country influences, the record continued Denver’s tradition of writing music filled with warmth...
  11. On This Day November 15 1981 – Thin Lizzy Released Renegade

    On This Day November 15 1981 – Thin Lizzy Released Renegade

    On this day November 15 1981, Thin Lizzy released Renegade, their eleventh studio album and one that showcased the band’s continued evolution and experimentation. Blending hard rock with melodic songwriting and introspective lyrics, the record revealed a more mature and emotional side of the...
  12. On This Day November 15 1988 – Fleetwood Mac Released Greatest Hits

    On This Day November 15 1988 – Fleetwood Mac Released Greatest Hits

    On this day November 15 1988, Fleetwood Mac released Greatest Hits, a compilation album that celebrated one of the most successful and influential bands of the rock era. The record brought together their biggest hits from the mid 1970s through the late 1980s, offering a perfect overview of the...
  13. On This Day November 15 1988 – Journey Released Greatest Hits

    On This Day November 15 1988 – Journey Released Greatest Hits

    On this day November 15 1988, Journey released Greatest Hits, a compilation that brought together the anthems which defined their sound and made them one of the most iconic rock bands of the 1980s. The album captured the heart of their music with soaring vocals, unforgettable melodies, and...
  14. On This Day November 15 1986 – Beastie Boys Released Their Debut Album License to Ill

    On This Day November 15 1986 – Beastie Boys Released Their Debut Album License to Ill

    On this day November 15 1986, Beastie Boys released their debut album License to Ill, a groundbreaking fusion of hip hop, rock, and attitude that changed popular music forever. Produced by Rick Rubin, the album captured the energy of New York’s growing rap scene while introducing a rebellious...
  15. On This Day November 15 1988 – Aerosmith Released Gems

    On This Day November 15 1988 – Aerosmith Released Gems

    On this day November 15 1988, Aerosmith released Gems, a hard rocking compilation that focused on the band’s heavier and grittier side. Unlike their previous greatest hits collection, Gems showcased the raw energy and attitude that made Aerosmith one of America’s most enduring rock bands...
  16. On This Day November 15 1980 – Lady by Kenny Rogers Became the Number 1 Song in America

    On This Day November 15 1980 – Lady by Kenny Rogers Became the Number 1 Song in America

    On this day November 15 1980, Lady by Kenny Rogers became the number 1 song in America, marking one of the most memorable ballads of the decade. Written and produced by Lionel Richie, the song blended smooth country soul with pop sophistication, showcasing Rogers’ signature warmth and emotion...
  17. On This Day November 15 1988 – Robert Earl Keen Released The Live Album

    On This Day November 15 1988 – Robert Earl Keen Released The Live Album

    On this day November 15 1988, Robert Earl Keen released The Live Album, a collection that captured his storytelling charm and the authentic Texas country sound that would come to define his career. Recorded in front of an intimate audience, the album showcased Keen’s humor, honesty, and ability...
  18. On This Day November 15 1988 – Cowboy Junkies Released The Trinity Session

    On This Day November 15 1988 – Cowboy Junkies Released The Trinity Session

    On this day November 15 1988, Cowboy Junkies released The Trinity Session, a hauntingly beautiful album recorded live in one day at Toronto’s Church of the Holy Trinity. Known for its natural acoustics and minimal production, the album created an intimate and atmospheric sound that blended...
  19. On This Day November 14 1989 – Ministry Released The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste

    On This Day November 14 1989 – Ministry Released The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste

    On this day November 14 1989, Ministry released The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste, an album that defined the aggressive and industrial sound that would dominate underground music heading into the 1990s. Filled with distorted guitars, pounding rhythms, and politically charged lyrics, the...
  20. On This Day November 14 1983 – Chic Released Believer

    On This Day November 14 1983 – Chic Released Believer

    On this day November 14 1983, Chic released Believer, their sixth studio album and the last to feature the classic lineup led by Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards. The record continued the band’s legacy of polished funk and dance grooves while embracing a more contemporary 80s sound. Though...
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