Los Angeles
In 1980 X released 'Los Angeles.' A feral and articulate punk record that made the city feel like a character with a pulse and a grudge.
1980's
34 posts from 1980's
Hatful of Hollow
Released by the Smiths in 1984, 'Hatful of Hollow' is a raw, bright, unguarded record. A portrait of a band finding its voice in real time.
Dreams Less Sweet
In 1983 Psychic TV released 'Dreams Less Sweet.' A strange record of whispers and ceremony.
Jane From Occupied Europe
In 1980, Swell Maps released 'Jane From Occupied Europe.' A scattershot, fearless post-punk document that paved the way for the DIY underground that followed.
Shoot Out the Lights
In 1982, Richard & Linda Thompson released 'Shoot Out the Lights.' A bruised, unflinching portrait of a marriage collapsing in slow motion.
Psychocandy
In 1985, The Jesus and Mary Chain released 'Psychocandy.' A seismic blend of melody and chaos that reshaped British indie.
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