February 18th
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
1974

Kiss
– Kiss
Kiss’s self-titled debut album is a landmark release that laid the foundation for one of the most iconic bands in rock history. It captures the raw, unfiltered energy of the group’s early days and offers a blueprint for their signature sound—a perfect blend of hard rock, glam, and theatrical flair.
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
2022
Annihilator – Metal II
Bloodywood – Rakshak
Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros – Live in Colorado
Esprit D’Air – Oceans
Immolation – Acts of God
Midnight Oil – Resist
Sea Power – Everything Was Forever
Star One – Revel in Time
White Lies – As I Try Not to Fall Apart
2014
Guided by Voices – Motivational Jumpsuit
I Killed the Prom Queen – Beloved
Issues – Issues
Kevin Seconds – Off Stockton
2013
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds – Push the Sky Away
2011
Radiohead – The King of Limbs
2008
To-Mera – Delusions
Dismember – Dismember
Hate Eternal – Fury & Flames
The Mountain Goats – Heretic Pride
Pete and the Pirates – Little Death
2003
The Postal Service – Give Up
Cat Power – You Are Free
Ministry – Animositisomina
Styx – Cyclorama
Calexico – Feast of Wire
Xiu Xiu – A Promise
Reggie and the Full Effect – Under the Tray
1998
The Posies – Success
1997
Live – Secret Samadhi
Various Artists – Lost Highway (Soundtrack)
Chris Whitley – Terra Incognita
1992
The Sugarcubes – Stick Around for Joy
Phish – A Picture of Nectar
Shakespear’s Sister – Hormonally Yours
Various Artists – Wayne’s World (Soundtrack)
1991
Mike Oldfield – Heaven’s Open
1986
Jackson Browne – Lives in the Balance
1985
Phil Collins – No Jacket Required
1983
Manfred Mann’s Earth Band – Somewhere in Afrika
1977
The Damned – Damned Damned Damned
1972
Manfred Mann’s Earth Band – Manfred Mann’s Earth Band

Rock & Roll
– Collectibles
Dive into the rebellious spirit of rock & roll with this collection of Rock Memorabilia. Explore unique products inspired by the energy, freedom, and attitude that define rock music.