On this day in music 13th November…
Three gunmen, who were French nationals of Algerian descent, burst into the Bataclan theatre in Paris firing into the crowd, during an Eagles of Death Metal performance on this day 2015. The attackers killed 90 and injured over 200 people during the tragedy, which was part of a series of terrorist attacks across Paris.
Previous Albums Of The Day
No.1513 13/11/2020
The 2nd album by The Beautiful South, Choke, celebrates a 30th anniversary today. The second dose of satirical, cynical and witty song writing by the band from Hull. Includes the South’s first and only UK number one single A Little Time. |
No.1165 13/11/2019
The new album From Out of Nowhere by Jeff Lynne’s ELO is their first in four years. Jeff Lynne has had a resurgence in recent years, touring extensively, a new release was inevitable. The LP would be at home in his heyday. Enjoyable listen. |
No.799 13/11/2018
The debut Siouxsie and the Banshees album The Scream is 40 years old today! Melody Maker described the LP as “strong, abrasive, visceral and constantly inventive.” One thing was certain Siouxsie and the Banshees were like no other back in 1978! |
No.434 13/11/2017
Leonard Cohen Death of A Ladies’ Man is 40 years old today. Produced and co-written by Phil Spector, released with bad reviews. Four decades on? |