January 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
19
Rush
– Permanent Waves
Rush’s 1980 album, Permanent Waves, marked a pivotal shift in the band’s sound and approach to progressive rock. Known for their intricate compositions and heady themes, Permanent Waves saw Rush embracing more concise song structures while maintaining the complexity and sophistication that had defined their earlier work.
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.
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
2011
The Aquabats – Hi-Five Soup!
Social Distortion – Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes
Times of Grace – The Hymn of a Broken Man
2010
These New Puritans – Hidden
2005
Black Mountain – Black Mountain
Fozzy – All That Remains
2003
Krokus – Rock the Block
2002
Socialburn – World Outside
2000
Modest Mouse – Building Nothing Out of Something
1994
ZZ Top – Antenna
King’s X – Dogman
Richard Thompson – Mirror Blue
1993
Fish – Made to Be Broken
1987
Social Distortion – Prison Bound
The Pogues – If I Should Fall from Grace with God
1986
Soul Asylum – Made to Be Broken
1983
Bryan Adams – Cuts Like a Knife
1980
Wishbone Ash – Just Testing
John Foxx – Metamatic
1978
Warren Zevon – Excitable Boy
1977
Gentle Giant – Playing the Fool (Live)