Rock Albums Released Today
Rock Albums Released on This Day in History is a daily list of albums that have shaped Rock music across decades. From iconic classics to hidden gems, discover or revisit albums from various genres and past eras.
March 19th
Rock Albums Released on This Day in History
The perfect daily read for fans looking to explore rock history one day—and one album—at a time.
Featured Rock Albums
1990
Depeche Mode
– Violator
Violator is where Depeche Mode stopped being a great synth-pop band and became something much bigger. It’s not just the sound of a group refining their craft—it’s the sound of them reimagining what they could be. This is the kind of album that pulls you in before you even realize it, hypnotic in its restraint but enormous in its impact.
More Rock Albums Released Today
Some are obscure or lesser-known, while others played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of rock and roll.
Year
Artist – Album
2021
Agent Steel – No Other Godz Before Me
Arcade Fire & Owen Pallett – Her (score)
Becca Mancari – Juniata
Black Honey – Written & Directed
The Blue Stones – Hidden Gems
Enforcer – Live by Fire II
Erra – Erra
Måneskin – Teatro d’ira: Vol. 1
Michael Feuerstack – Harmonize the Moon
Middle Kids – Today We’re the Greatest
Nine Treasures – Awakening from Dukkha
Paul Stanley’s Soul Station – Now and Then
Ringo Starr – Zoom In
Serj Tankian – Elasticity
Show Me the Body – Survive
Tearjerker – Deep End
Trollfest – Happy Heroes
U.D.O. – Live in Bulgaria 2020 – Pandemic Survival Show
2013
Anthrax – Anthems
Draco Rosa – Vida
Low – The Invisible Way
Marnie Stern – The Chronicles of Marnia
2012
The Shins – Port of Morrow Alternative rock
Apologies, I Have None – London
Toy Dolls – The Album After the Last One
2011
The Dead Milkmen – The King in Yellow
2007
Enter Shikari – Take to the Skies
2003
Moi dix Mois – Dix Infernal
The Cardigans – Long Gone Before Daylight
2002
Soul Coughing – Lust in Phaze
Megadeth – Rude Awakening
Flogging Molly – Drunken Lullabies
Patti Smith – Land (1975–2002)
Gravity Kills – Superstarved
Simple Plan – No Pads, No Helmets…Just Balls
Gas Huffer – The Rest of Us
Kevin Devine – Circle Gets the Square
Blind Guardian – A Night at the Opera
Hella – Hold Your Horse Is
The Red Chord – Fused Together in Revolving Doors
2001
Manic Street Preachers – Know Your Enemy
Gojira – Terra Incognita
1996
Barenaked Ladies – Born on a Pirate Ship
Tracy Bonham – The Burdens of Being Upright
Los Lobos – Colossal Head
1990
Robert Plant – Manic Nirvana
1986
Black Flag – Who’s Got the 10½?
1984
The Go-Go’s – Talk Show
1982
After the Fire – Batteries Not Included
Mike Oldfield – Five Miles Out
1979
The Beach Boys – L.A.
1976
The Doobie Brothers – Takin’ It to the Streets
1975
Kiss – Dressed to Kill
America – Hearts
1971
Jethro Tull – Aqualung
Mott the Hoople – Wildlife
1962
Bob Dyan – Bob Dylan
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Rock Albums Released in March
– without a documented release date
March is a month of transition and renewal and has historically been an important time for rock albums that reflect the evolving energy of the year. In the past some March releases lacked exact documentation of their debut dates. These albums often captured the adventurous spirit of spring, balancing the introspection of winter with an emerging sense of bold experimentation. March served as a creative springboard, allowing artists to unveil new directions and sounds that would influence the months to come.
These albums represent the best of rock’s legacy in March—bold debuts, genre-defining classics, and timeless explorations that continue to inspire. Each record is a testament to the transformative power of rock and roll, even when their exact release dates remain a mystery.
Year
Artist – Album
1996
Bruce Springsteen – Blood Brothers (EP)
Nickelback – Hesher (EP)
Cocteau Twins – Milk & Kisses
1995
No Doubt – The Beacon Street Collection
The Headstones – Teeth and Tissue
1992
Skinny Puppy – Last Rights
Hawkwind – The Friday Rock Show Sessions
1991
The Silencers – Dance to the Holy Man
Doubting Thomas – The Infidel
1990
Van Morrison – The Best of Van Morrison
The Who – Join Together
1989
Julian Lennon – Mr. Jordan
1988
Saxon – Destiny
Throwing Muses – House Tornado
Peter Murphy – Love Hysteria
1987
Screaming Trees – Even If and Especially When
Breakfast Club – Breakfast Club
Peter Wolf – Come as You Are
Butthole Surfers – Locust Abortion Technician
Overkill – Taking Over
1986
Raven – The Pack Is Back
Great White – Shot in the Dark
Joe Jackson – Big World
The Triffids – Born Sandy Devotional
Hüsker Dü – Candy Apple Grey
Sigue Sigue Sputnik – Flaunt It
The Go-Betweens – Liberty Belle and the Black Diamond Express
Ted Nugent – Little Miss Dangerous
David Thomas & The Wooden Birds – Monster Walks the Winter Lake
1985
Uriah Heep – Equator
Jason & the Scorchers – Lost & Found
Kenny Loggins – Vox Humana
1984
Trouble – Psalm 9
Black Flag – My War
Great White – Great White
Hanoi Rocks – All Those Wasted Years
Warlock – Burning the Witches
Kevin Ayers – Deià…Vu
Minor Threat – Minor Threat
1983
Saxon – Power & the Glory
Lou Reed – Legendary Hearts
Chicago – If You Leave Me Now
Mark Knopfler – Local Hero
Nick Lowe – The Abominable Showman
Toy Dolls – Dig That Groove Baby
Roxy Music – The High Road
Van Morrison – Inarticulate Speech of the Heart
Naked Eyes – Naked Eyes
Molly Hatchet – No Guts…No Glory
1982
Sonic Youth – Sonic Youth (Debut/EP)
The Boomtown Rats – V Deep
Tank – Filth Hounds of Hades (Debut)
Fun Boy Three – Fun Boy Three
Whitehouse – New Britain
The Residents – The Tunes of Two Cities
The Misfits – Walk Among Us
1981
The Rolling Stones – Sucking in the Seventies
Franke & The Knockouts – Franke & The Knockouts
Krokus – Hardware
John Cale – Honi Soit
The Vapors – Magnets
A II Z – No Fun After Midnight
Phoebe Snow – Rock Away
Matt Finish – Short Note
Gang of Four – Solid Gold
Split Enz – Waiata
Helix – White Lace & Black Leather
1980
Triumph – Progressions of Power
Tuxedomoon – Half-Mute
Harry Chapin – Sequel
The Radiators – Feel the Heat
Teenage Head – Frantic City
The Joe Perry Project – Let the Music Do the Talking
Daryl Hall – Sacred Songs
The Sports – Suddenly
1979
Motörhead – Overkill
Bad Company – Desolation Angels
Frank Zappa – Sheik Yerbouti
Badfinger – Airwaves
U.K. – Danger Money
The Tubes – Remote Control
Bachman–Turner Overdrive – Rock n’ Roll Nights
Graham Parker and The Rumour – Squeezing Out Sparks
1978
Japan – Adolescent Sex
Atlanta Rhythm Section – Champagne Jam
April Wine – First Glance
Various Artists – Hope & Anchor Front Row Festival (Live)
Nick Lowe – Jesus of Cool (Titled Pure Pop for Now People in the US)
The Rutles – The Rutles (Soundtrack)
England Dan & John Ford Coley – Some Things Don’t Come Easy
Squeeze – Squeeze
Dixie Dregs – What If
1977
REO Speedwagon – Live: You Get What You Play For
Jeff Beck and the Jan Hammer Group – Jeff Beck with the Jan Hammer Group Live
Can – Saw Delight
Procol Harum – Something Magic
America – Harbor
1976
Rush – 2112
Three Dog Night – American Pastime
Status Quo – Blue for You
Johnny Winter – Captured Live!
Nazareth – Close Enough for Rock ‘n’ Roll
Stephen Stills – Illegal Stills
Joe Walsh – You Can’t Argue with a Sick Mind
1975
Lou Reed – Lou Reed Live
Peter Frampton – Frampton
Soft Machine – Bundles
Golden Earring – Switch
Eric Clapton – There’s One in Every Crowd
The Dictators – Go Girl Crazy!
Hatfield and the North – The Rotters’ Club
1974
Peter Frampton – Somethin’s Happening
The Hollies – Hollies
Steeleye Span – Now We Are Six
Bob Seger – Seven
Boz Scaggs – Slow Dancer
1973
Fleetwood Mac – Penguin
Faces – Ooh La La
Foghat – Rock and Roll
Procol Harum – Grand Hotel
Johnny Winter – Still Alive and Well
1972
Frank Zappa and The Mothers – Just Another Band from L.A.
The Kinks – The Kink Kronikles (Compilation)
Humble Pie – Smokin’
Edgar Winter’s White Trash – Roadwork
1971
Flamin’ Groovies – Teenage Head
Humble Pie – Rock On
1970
Mountain – Climbing!
Sixto Rodriguez – Cold Fact
1969
The Velvet Underground – The Velvet Underground
Quicksilver Messenger Service – Happy Trails
1968
The Move – Move
Scott Walker – Scott 2
1967
Eric Burdon & The Animals – Eric Is Here
1966
The Mamas & the Papas – If You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears
1965
The Rolling Stones – The Rolling Stones, Now!
1962
Ike & Tina Turner – Kings of Rhythm Dance
1961
Chuck Berry – New Juke Box Hits
1958
Chuck Berry – One Dozen Berrys
Among the many records released over the decades, some lack a precise release date, adding an air of mystery to their history. Here, we highlight some of the most impactful and enduring rock albums released in January that continue to resonate with fans and define the genre.
The daily guide to the rock albums that have left an indelible mark on music history, each released on this day across past years. Rock Albums Released on This Day in History offers a journey through time, revisiting the albums that have shaped the genre and influenced generations. Shining a spotlight on legendary records, cult classics, and hidden gems, celebrating the diverse sounds behind these unforgettable releases.
These albums influenced the rock scene, changed perceptions, and expanded the boundaries of music. Perfect for music aficionados, casual listeners, or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of rock history, Rock Albums Released on This Day in History is more than just a daily read—it’s an invitation to explore the artistry that has built rock into what it is today. Whether you’re looking to discover music from new bands, revisit old favorites, or connect with the spirit of rock across decades.