On this Day in Music – 28th January

Previous Albums Of The Day

No.1589 28/01/2021

The American rapper Pharoahe Monch has released a new album A Magnificent Day For An Exorcism with a band called Th1rt3en. Known for his complex lyrics and intricate delivery, Monch does not disappoint. An incredible display of wordplay.

No.1241 28/01/2020

The 4th album by Hot Chip, One Life Stand, is 10 years old today! Huw Jones of Slant Magazine described the LP as “a smooth, sleek, and splendid pop record.” Nailed it. Not their best work, but an enjoyable listen.

No.875 28/01/2019

The 2007 album Dirt Farmer, by former drummer for the Band, Levon Helm was his first in 25 years, and won a Grammy Award for Best Traditional Folk Album in 2008. The songs, and title, refer to childhood growing up on a farm in the rural South. Among his best solo work.

No.510 28/01/2018

The debut Adele album 19 was released 10 years ago today. She was labelled the new ‘Amy Winehouse’ but their lives took rather different paths! The LP included Chasing Pavements, a version of Dylan’s Make You Feel My Love and Hometown Glory. Winehouse or Adele? adele.com

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