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  1. On This Day August 18 1986 - Kicking Against the Pricks by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds Released

    On This Day August 18 1986 - Kicking Against the Pricks by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds Released

    On this day August 18 1986, Kicking Against the Pricks was released, marking the third album from Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. This collection stood out as the band’s first covers album, reinterpreting songs from a wide range of artists including Johnny Cash, Lou Reed, and John Lee Hooker. The...
  2. On This Day August 1 1980 – Siouxsie and the Banshees Released Their Album Kaleidoscope

    On This Day August 1 1980 – Siouxsie and the Banshees Released Their Album Kaleidoscope

    On this day August 1 1980, Kaleidoscope was released as the third studio album by Siouxsie and the Banshees. Marking a new era for the band, this release introduced guitarist John McGeoch and drummer Budgie into the lineup, bringing fresh textures and rhythms to their sound. Kaleidoscope...
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  3. On This Day July 28 1986 – R.E.M. Released Their Fourth Album Lifes Rich Pageant

    On This Day July 28 1986 – R.E.M. Released Their Fourth Album Lifes Rich Pageant

    On this day July 28 1986, Lifes Rich Pageant by R.E.M. was released marking a defining moment in the band’s rise from college radio favorites to mainstream rock innovators. The album features a more direct and punchy sound than earlier work including standout tracks like Fall On Me, Superman...
  4. On This Day July 27 1987 – 10,000 Maniacs Released Their Second Album In My Tribe

    On This Day July 27 1987 – 10,000 Maniacs Released Their Second Album In My Tribe

    On this day July 27 1987, In My Tribe by 10,000 Maniacs was released marking a major milestone in the band’s career. Their second album featured layered guitar textures, steady rhythms, and Natalie Merchant’s signature vocal delivery guiding a set of thoughtful and introspective songs. Tracks...
  5. On This Day: July 11, 1989 – The The Releases Mind Bomb

    On This Day: July 11, 1989 – The The Releases Mind Bomb

    On this day July 11, 1989, The The released their third studio album Mind Bomb, a bold and confrontational record that marked a major creative shift for the band. Led by Matt Johnson, The The had already built a reputation for their blend of political commentary, emotional honesty, and genre...
  6. 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

    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...
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  7. On This Day: July 6, 1984 - Public Image Ltd Released This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get

    On This Day: July 6, 1984 - Public Image Ltd Released This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get

    On this day July 6, 1984, Public Image Ltd released their fourth studio album This Is What You Want... This Is What You Get, marking a shift toward a more structured, accessible sound while still carrying their post punk roots. With John Lydon as the driving force, the album featured reworked...
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