On this Day in Music – 13th August

Previous Albums Of The Day

No.1439 13/08/2020

The 3rd Pixies album Bossanova celebrates a 30th anniversary today! Inspired by surf rock and space rock, the LP followed their smash hit album Doolittle. A Quirky sci-fi feel with great guitar work by Joey Santiago. Not their best work, but still great.

No.1073 13/08/2019

The 3rd Peter Bjorn and John album Writer’s Block, released in 2006, is a loosely based concept album on romance. As bad as that sounds, the LP was their biggest seller, and critically acclaimed. Includes singles Young Folks, Objects of My Affection, and Let’s Call It Off.

No.707 13/08/2018

The debut album from the Welsh band Boy Azooga called 1, 2, Kung Fu! shows incredible song writing maturity. The brainchild of Davey Newington, highlights influences from what must be an impressive record collection. Obvious comparisons have been made with the Super Furry Animals, but make your own mind up.

No.342 13/08/2017

The 1973 eponymous debut by Betty Davis. Second wife of Miles Davis served up funk grooves that became huge influence for many, including Prince.

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