On this Day in Music – 29th July

2010’s

2016Cold Water by American electronic music trio Major Lazer, featuring vocals by Justin Bieber and Danish singer , became the UK Number One Single. The song, taken from the band’s 4th studio album Music Is the Weapon, held the top spot for 5 weeks.

Previous Albums Of The Day

No.1424 29/07/2020

In 1971 the novelty turban wearing act Sam the Sham, he of Woolly Bully fame, Sam Samudio released an album Sam Hard and Heavy full of bluesy, garage and soulful rock. A mix of covers and originals the LP saw Sam in a new light.

No.1058 29/07/2019

The 1957 album Mulligan Meets Monk saw Jazz pianist Thelonious Monk and saxophonist Gerry Mulligan join forces. The blend of Monk’s modern approach and Mulligan’s relaxed style is masterful chemistry. Love Round Midnight.

No.692 29/07/2018

The Soulfly album Conquer is 10 years old today! Dark, dark and dark. Conquer saw Max Cavalera and the gang add greater diversity to their sound, incorporating all genres of thrash, death and groove metal. One of their finest albums? soulfly.com

No.327 29/07/2017

The eponymous debut Whitney Houston album, released in 1985, introduced her voice to the world. Includes Saving All My Love for You & How Will I Know whitneyhouston.com

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