On this Day in Music – 24th June

Previous Albums Of The Day

No.1389 24/06/2020

The 1966 album Fifth Dimension by The Byrds is often referred as one of the initiating LPs in the psychedelic rock genre. At release praise was muted, retrospective reviews more favourable for this transitional LP. Includes the incredible Eight Miles High.

No.1022 24/06/2019

The new Bruce Springsteen album Western Stars is an empathetic and gentle masterpiece. As the Boss approaches 70, his music reaches a new level of thoughtfulness. Allmusic said “a collection of songs that are sweet, sad, and searching.” Loved it, and you?

No.657 24/06/2018

The 1968 Beach Boys album Friends is 50 years old today! A commercial failure, but a fan favourite…myself included. At just over 25 minutes long, the LP is calm and peaceful, and their first to feature tracks written by Dennis. The opening Meant for You is gorgeous.

No.292 24/06/2017

Sublime 40oz. To Freedom is 25 years old this month. Blends reggae, rocksteady and punk, one of the best selling independent albums of all-time. Badfish.

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