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August 2024
With vinyl reissues from oasis, outkast, and royal blood, august is shaping up to be a great month for record collectors. Here are our picks for august.
The Lightning Seeds – Cloudcuckooland – Transparent yellow vinyl
The Lightning Seeds – Cloudcuckooland – Transparent yellow vinyl
release date: 9th august 2024
Cloudcuckooland is the debut album by British band the Lightning Seeds, originally released in 1990. The album features the hit single Pure, which achieved notable success, entering the top 40 in the United States and becoming a defining track of the era. The album’s success was reflected in its strong sales, establishing the Lightning Seeds as a prominent name in the alternative and indie rock scenes. The album remains a significant piece of the early 90s music landscape, celebrated for its influence and enduring appeal.
Oasis – Definitely maybe 30th anniversary edition – Strawberries and cream (Pink & white marble) coloured double vinyl
release date: 30th august 2024
Oasis’ debut album Definitely Maybe (1994) celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Upon its release, it became the fastest-ever selling debut album in the UK, marking the moment Oasis transitioned into a cultural phenomenon. The album’s impact was underscored by its impressive chart performance, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart and staying there for ten weeks. Definitely Maybe also achieved significant success internationally, reaching the top 40 in several countries. Featuring classic singles such as Supersonic, Live Forever, and Cigarettes & Alcohol, the album remains a defining piece of Britpop history, with its songs continuing to sound as fresh and relevant today as they did in 1994.
Outkast – Stankonia – double vinyl
release date: 9th august 2024
OutKast’s groundbreaking album Stankonia (2000) is getting the vinyl reissue treatment. Upon its release, it quickly became a cultural touchstone, debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200 and earning widespread acclaim. Stankonia solidified OutKast’s position as innovators in hip-hop with its eclectic mix of funk, soul, and rap. The album’s chart-topping success was bolstered by hit singles such as Ms. Jackson, which topped the Billboard Hot 100, and B.O.B., which became a defining anthem of the era.
Rick Astley – Free
release date: 30th august 2024
Rick Astley’s 1991 album FREE marked a significant departure from his previous pop-driven sound, showcasing a more mature and introspective side. The album, which featured a blend of pop, soul, and R&B influences, and a star-studded list of collaborators, including Elton John, Michael McDonald and Mark King, presented Rick in a new light, exploring themes of love, loss, and personal growth. Singles like Cry for Help and Move Right Out displayed Astley’s emotive vocals and soulful delivery.
Lamb of God – Ashes of the Wake – 20th Anniversary Edition
Lamb of God – Ashes of the Wake – 20th Anniversary Edition
release date: 30th august 2024
Lamb of God helped to define 2000s American metal with their first major-label album release, Ashes of the Wake. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this deluxe expanded version of the album includes five bonus tracks, featuring remixes and live versions that offer a fresh take on the original material. Upon its release in 2004, Ashes of the Wake was a major success, debuting at number 27 on the US Billboard 200 and receiving critical acclaim for its intense sound and powerful lyrics. The album solidified Lamb of God’s place in the metal scene and continues to be celebrated for its influence and impact.
a tribe called quest – the low end theory – double vinyl
release date: 9th august 2024
The Low End Theory, the seminal 1991 album by A Tribe Called Quest, is a groundbreaking release that debuted at number 14 on the US Billboard 200. Renowned for its innovative fusion of jazz and rap, this album played a crucial role in defining the genre. Featuring iconic tracks such as Scenario, Check the Rhime, and Buggin’ Out, The Low End Theory continues to captivate listeners with its timeless appeal and lyrical brilliance.
sam smith – in the lonely hour – double vinyl
release date: 2nd august 2024
Grammy, Brit, Golden Globe and Academy Award winning artist Sam Smith marks a decade of their multi-platinum debut In the Lonely Hour. Released in 2014 In the Lonely Hour was the first of many incredible milestones and successes that Sam would achieve over the course of their standout career. The Grammy award winning, now 6 x RIAA Platinum Certified album became the biggest selling debut album of the decade, leading to Sam being awarded a Guinness World Record for holding the most number of consecutive weeks in the UK Top 10 Album Chart in the 2010s.
royal blood – royal blood – 10th anniversary edition
release date: 16th august 2024
Ten years on and the electrifying energy of Royal Blood’s debut album remains as impactful as ever. Full of colossal riffs and battering ram rhythms matched by a flair for instantly memorable songwriting, the all-or-nothing performances of Figure It Out, Come On Over, Out of the Black, Little Monster, and Ten Tonne Skeleton are still viscerally frenetic, and all those tracks remain staples of their live show to this day. The 10th anniversary edition includes four b-sides from the era, including the deep cut fan favourites One Trick Party and Hole, plus the previously unreleased Sleeptalker and Tom Dalgety’s original mix of Ten Tonne Skeleton. It is completed by five live recordings from 2015, including three songs from their first main stage set at the Reading Festival.
mark lanegan – bubblegum – 10th anniversary edition
release date: 23rd august 2024
Sixth studio album from the American singer-songwriter and the musician’s first commercially successfully album, reaching number 39 on Billboard’s Independent Albums chart. The release features a prominent cast of guest musicians, among which include: PJ Harvey, Josh Homme and Nick Oliveri of Queens of the Stone Age, Greg Dulli of The Afghan Whigs, and Duff McKagan and Izzy Stradlin of Guns N’ Roses.
creed – human clay – grey smoke coloured vinyl
release date: 16th august 2024
Human Clay, the influential 2001 album by Creed, continues to make a lasting impact two decades after its release. Debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200, this album is celebrated for its powerful vocals, gripping riffs, and emotive songwriting. With standout tracks like With Arms Wide Open, What If, Higher, and Bullets, Human Clay remains a defining work of early 2000s rock. Its enduring appeal and memorable hits ensure that the album continues to resonate with fans and solidify its place in Creed’s storied discography.