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  1. On This Day November 22 1985 – Lloyd Cole and the Commotions Released the Album Easy Pieces

    On This Day November 22 1985 – Lloyd Cole and the Commotions Released the Album Easy Pieces

    On this day November 22 1985 Lloyd Cole and the Commotions released the album Easy Pieces. The record delivered a thoughtful blend of jangly pop, reflective lyrics, and polished mid 80s production that showcased the band’s introspective yet stylish approach. Its melodic sound and emotionally...
  2. On This Day November 22 1988 – Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey Released the Album Beaches Soundtrack

    On This Day November 22 1988 – Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey Released the Album Beaches Soundtrack

    On this day November 22 1988 Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey released the album Beaches Soundtrack. The collection delivered a heartfelt blend of emotional ballads, expressive vocals, and warm production that reflected the deep friendship and dramatic themes at the center of the film. Its mix...
  3. On This Day November 22 1988 – Chaka Khan Released the Album CK

    On This Day November 22 1988 – Chaka Khan Released the Album CK

    On this day November 22 1988 Chaka Khan released the album CK. The record blended smooth R&B grooves, soulful vocals, and late decade production that highlighted her unmistakable tone and expressive style. Its mix of upbeat tracks and emotional moments reflected the late 80s shift toward...
  4. On This Day November 22 1988 – Pink Floyd Released the Album Delicate Sound of Thunder

    On This Day November 22 1988 – Pink Floyd Released the Album Delicate Sound of Thunder

    On this day November 22 1988 Pink Floyd released the album Delicate Sound of Thunder. The live record captured the band’s atmospheric sound with sweeping arrangements, expansive performances, and the immersive style that defined their late 80s era. Its rich production and powerful stage presence...
  5. On This Day November 21 1989 – Kenny G Released the Album Kenny G Live

    On This Day November 21 1989 – Kenny G Released the Album Kenny G Live

    On this day November 21 1989 Kenny G released the album Kenny G Live. The record captured his smooth saxophone sound through expressive performances, warm arrangements, and the polished style that defined his late 80s popularity. Its relaxed atmosphere and melodic flow reflected the era’s...
  6. On This Day November 21 1988 – Various Artists Released the Album Now That’s What I Call Music XIII

    On This Day November 21 1988 – Various Artists Released the Album Now That’s What I Call Music XIII

    On this day November 21 1988 Various Artists released the album Now That’s What I Call Music XIII. The compilation gathered a wide mix of late decade hits, giving listeners a clear snapshot of the artists and styles shaping the UK charts at the end of the 80s. Its blend of pop, dance, and...
  7. On This Day November 21 1988 – My Bloody Valentine Released the Album Isn’t Anything

    On This Day November 21 1988 – My Bloody Valentine Released the Album Isn’t Anything

    On this day November 21 1988 My Bloody Valentine released the album Isn’t Anything. The record introduced a bold and dreamlike sound built on swirling guitars, hazy textures, and an atmospheric approach that helped shape the emerging shoegaze movement. Its layered production and emotional...
  8. On This Day November 21 1985 – Frank Zappa Released the Album Frank Zappa Meets the Mothers of Prevention

    On This Day November 21 1985 – Frank Zappa Released the Album Frank Zappa Meets the Mothers of Prevention

    On this day November 21 1985 Frank Zappa released the album Frank Zappa Meets the Mothers of Prevention. The record delivered a bold mix of experimental compositions, sharp commentary, and electronic production that reflected the decade’s growing tension over music censorship and artistic...
  9. On This Day November 21 1984 – Frank Zappa Released the Album Francesco Zappa

    On This Day November 21 1984 – Frank Zappa Released the Album Francesco Zappa

    On this day November 21 1984 Frank Zappa released the album Francesco Zappa. The record presented digitally performed works by the eighteenth century composer Francesco Zappa using the cutting edge Synclavier system, reflecting Frank Zappa’s interest in pairing classical composition with modern...
  10. On This Day November 21 1983 – Duran Duran Released the Album Seven and the Ragged Tiger

    On This Day November 21 1983 – Duran Duran Released the Album Seven and the Ragged Tiger

    On this day November 21 1983 Duran Duran released the album Seven and the Ragged Tiger. The record delivered a stylish blend of energetic pop, polished production, and the vibrant new wave sound that defined the band’s rise during the early 80s. Its bold rhythms, atmospheric layers, and...
  11. On This Day November 21 1989 – Rush Released the Album Presto

    On This Day November 21 1989 – Rush Released the Album Presto

    On this day November 21 1989 Rush released the album Presto. The record introduced a cleaner, more streamlined sound as the band shifted away from heavy synthesizer use and returned to a guitar centered approach. Its thoughtful lyrics, crisp production, and balanced arrangements reflected Rush’s...
  12. On This Day November 21 1989 – Skinny Puppy Released the Album Rabies

    On This Day November 21 1989 – Skinny Puppy Released the Album Rabies

    On this day November 21 1989 Skinny Puppy released the album Rabies. The record delivered an intense and industrial driven sound built on harsh textures, electronic aggression, and dark atmospheric themes. Its bold approach reflected the late 80s rise of experimental electronic music as bands...
  13. On This Day November 21 1981 – Olivia Newton-John Physical Became the Number 1 Song in America

    On This Day November 21 1981 – Olivia Newton-John Physical Became the Number 1 Song in America

    On this day November 21 1981 Physical by Olivia Newton-John became the number 1 song in America. The track delivered a bright, catchy, and energetic sound that perfectly reflected the upbeat direction of early 80s pop. Its playful tone, strong rhythm, and memorable chorus helped it stand out...
  14. On This Day November 21 1989 – The Incredible Base by Rob Base Was Released

    On This Day November 21 1989 – The Incredible Base by Rob Base Was Released

    On this day November 21 1989, Rob Base released The Incredible Base, a high energy hip hop album that continued the momentum he built with earlier hits. The record delivered upbeat beats, catchy hooks, and Rob Base’s confident flow, capturing the exciting transition period as hip hop entered the...
  15. On This Day November 20 1989 – Various Artists Released the Album Now That’s What I Call Music

    On This Day November 20 1989 – Various Artists Released the Album Now That’s What I Call Music

    On this day November 20 1989 Various Artists released the album Now That’s What I Call Music. The compilation brought together a wide range of late decade hits, giving listeners a snapshot of the styles, sounds, and artists shaping the end of the 80s. Its mix of pop, dance, and contemporary...
  16. On This Day November 19 1984 – Nik Kershaw Released the Album The Riddle

    On This Day November 19 1984 – Nik Kershaw Released the Album The Riddle

    On this day November 19 1984 Nik Kershaw released the album The Riddle. The record delivered a bright and melodic blend of synth driven pop and thoughtful songwriting that reflected the upbeat but imaginative spirit of mid 80s music. Its catchy rhythms, expressive vocals, and polished production...
  17. On This Day November 19 1984 – The Kinks Released the Album Word of Mouth

    On This Day November 19 1984 – The Kinks Released the Album Word of Mouth

    On this day November 19 1984 The Kinks released the album Word of Mouth. The record carried a lively mix of rock energy, sharp songwriting, and the thoughtful perspective that had long defined the band’s style. Its sound reflected the mid 80s move toward brighter production and more melodic...
  18. On This Day November 19 1984 – Don Henley Released the Album Building the Perfect Beast

    On This Day November 19 1984 – Don Henley Released the Album Building the Perfect Beast

    On this day November 19 1984 Don Henley released the album Building the Perfect Beast. The record delivered a polished and atmospheric blend of rock, synthesizers, and introspective themes that matched the evolving sound of mid 80s music. Its modern production and thoughtful songwriting...
  19. On This Day November 19 1982 – Led Zeppelin Released the Album Coda

    On This Day November 19 1982 – Led Zeppelin Released the Album Coda

    On this day November 19 1982 Led Zeppelin released the album Coda. The compilation brought together unreleased tracks recorded throughout the band’s active years, giving fans a final look at sessions that reflected their powerful and wide ranging sound. Its collection of studio outtakes captured...
  20. On This Day November 19 1980 – Barry Manilow Released the Album Barry

    On This Day November 19 1980 – Barry Manilow Released the Album Barry

    On this day November 19 1980 Barry Manilow released the album Barry. The record showcased his smooth vocal style and heartfelt approach to pop music during a time when early 80s listeners were embracing melodic, emotion driven songs. Its polished sound and expressive themes reflected the era’s...
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