January 23rd
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
1976
David Bowie
– Station to Station
Station to Station is a bold and transformative work that captures David Bowie at a creative crossroads, blending avant-garde experimentation with soulful sophistication. The album’s fusion of funk, rock, and electronic elements pushes boundaries, creating a sound that feels both otherworldly and deeply emotional. Its sprawling, atmospheric arrangements are intricately layered, yet every moment serves a purpose, showcasing Bowie’s ability to balance complexity with accessibility. Thematically, the album delves into identity, transformation, and alienation, mirroring the enigmatic charisma of Bowie’s Thin White Duke persona.
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
2023
Dave Rowntree – Radio Songs
2021
Ewigkeit – Depopulate
2015
Pond – Man It Feels Like Space Again
Napalm Death – Apex Predator – Easy Meat
2012
Lacuna Coil – Dark Adrenaline
2008
Ayreon – 01011001
2007
The Shins – Wincing the Night Away
John Mellencamp – Freedom’s Road
The Bird and the Bee – The Bird and the Bee
Deerhoof – Friend Opportunity
Ghost – In Stormy Nights
Julie Doiron – Woke Myself Up
Menomena – Friend and Foe
Mister Mann – December Looms
Saliva – Blood Stained Love Story
The Six Parts Seven – Casually Smashed to Pieces
2006
Arctic Monkeys – Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not
Clearlake – Amber
The Kooks – Inside In / Inside Out
Richard Ashcroft – Keys to the World
2001
The Donnas – The Donnas Turn 21
Obituary – Anthology
Godhead – 2000 Years of Human Error
Annihilator – Carnival Diablos
Death by Stereo – Day of the Death
Gob – The World According to Gob
1997
Our Lady Peace – Clumsy
1996
Stabbing Westward – Wither Blister Burn & Peel
Tori Amos – Boys for Pele
1995
Laughing Hyenas – Hard Times
Thunder- Behind Closed Doors
1990
Slaughter – Stick It to Ya
The Monkees – Missing Links Volume Two
1989
Throwing Muses – Hunkpapa
David Crosby – Oh Yes I Can
1984
Bon Jovi – Bon Jovi
1981
Generation X – Kiss Me Deadly
Elvis Costello and the Attractions – Trust
Rock & Roll
– Collectibles
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