Latest Updated POP Music from all around the world, released on vinyl records
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Not mellow. Just measured.
BOB MARLEY & THE WAILERS - Catch a Fire
I’ve owned flashier reggae records, but this one keeps winning. No filler, no smile-for-export nonsense. Marley stays calm and deadly, Tosh cuts through when needed, and the Barrett brothers run the whole thing like a smoke-filled control room. Every track feels deliberate, heavy-lidded, and grounded. Play it loud or half-stoned, it holds together. This is the sound of a band that knows exactly what it’s doing and doesn’t explain itself.
A blaxploitation classic where funk hits harder than the plot
Roy Ayers - Coffy
Roy Ayers’ soundtrack to “Coffy” is pure early-70s street funk: vibraphone-led jazz, hard basslines, and no wasted motion. Built for a Pam Grier revenge film, but strong enough to stand on its own, this LP captures the moment when soul, jazz, and cinema collided with real attitude.
Madonna Runs Hot and Fast in 1985 — No Safety Net
Madonna - Gambler
Released in 1985, “Gambler” is Madonna stepping sideways from pure dance-pop into sharp, restless soundtrack territory. Built around bright guitars, clipped drums, and forward momentum, this Vision Quest single was produced by John “Jellybean” Benitez and pressed in Holland for Geffen (GEFA 6585). A lean, impatient 7-inch that sounds like motion.
The hit that refused to rush—and won anyway
PAULA ABDUL - Forever Your Girl
Paula Abdul’s “Forever Your Girl” is a late-80s pop anomaly: a debut single that took its time, climbed slowly, then owned radio and clubs alike. Built on glossy synths, tight drum machine grooves, and a vocal delivery designed to cut through dance floors, the 12" maxi pushes the rhythm further with club-ready mixes. Polished, persistent, and engineered for repeat play, this release captures pop learning patience—and cashing in.
Needle down. Silence broken. Lennon still cornering the room.
JOHN LENNON - The John Lennon Collection
I trust this compilation more than most, mainly because it doesn’t fake cohesion. It jumps from fist-in-the-air slogans to bare-foot living room confessions and lets the whiplash stand. Lennon sounds cranky, tender, righteous, and human—sometimes all in one track. Call it pop rock if you must, but it’s got soul, grit, and attitude baked in. This is a needle-drop album: loud start, quiet finish, zero patience for background listening.
1985 French pop that’s catchy, classy, and mildly unsettling—like smiling while overthinking.
TOM NOVEMBRE - L'insecte
My copy of “L’insecte” plays like chanson with pop nerve: tight, hooky, and just uncomfortable enough to feel alive. Tom Novembre sings like he’s acting out a scene, with that sharp French bite in the timing and phrasing. “L’Insecte” and “Les Nains De 1,80m” are pure earworms, but there’s always a sly sidestep into doubt and irony underneath. Cult material, not background noise.
The censored inner sleeve that made the Stones blush in 1983
ROLLING STONES - Undercover (French Release)
Released in 1983, "Undercover" finds the Rolling Stones deliberately swerving away from nostalgia and into darker, street-level territory. The album blends hard-edged rock with flashes of reggae, funk, and early-80s production grit, reflecting a band reacting to punk, New Wave, and a changing musical climate. Songs like "Undercover of the Night" and "Too Much Blood" confront violence, politics, and urban paranoia, making this one of the Stones’ most confrontational and underrated studio statements.
Metronome Musik / Dischi Ricordi 813 387 , 1984 , Germany
Gianna Nannini - Puzzle
Gianna Nannini’s “Puzzle” captures her 1984 breakthrough moment, blending Italian rock attitude with sharp synth-driven production. Produced with Conny Plank, the album balances raw vocals, electronic tension, and stadium-ready hooks, anchored by the era-defining single “Fotoromanza” and wrapped in a striking structured sleeve design.
Polydor 831 720 , 1986 , Germany
MANU DIBANGO - Afrijazzy Makossa
Manu Dibango’s "Afrijazzy Makossa" captures the 1986 moment when Afro-Jazz, funk, and modern studio power collided. Anchored by the chart-topping "Makossa ’87," the album blends African rhythm with jazz authority, produced by Dibango and Bill Laswell, and recorded in New York with an international, heavyweight lineup.
Mercury Records 830 697 , 1986 , Netherlands
BOB GELDOF - Deep In The Heart Of Nowhere
Released in 1986, Deep in the Heart of Nowhere is Bob Geldof’s first full solo statement after the Boomtown Rats era. Produced by Rupert Hine, it blends mid-80s British pop-rock polish with restless, inward songwriting. Tracks like This Is the World Calling and Love Like a Rocket anchor an album that feels personal, controlled, and deliberately serious on vinyl.
Atlantic Records, 2407 012, 1971, UK
Woodstock Two 2LP Set
Woodstock 1969 in Bethel, New York was three days of mud, volume, and “peace & music” that somehow mutated into a cultural monument. Woodstock Two (1971, Atlantic) is the official 2LP aftershock: 16 performances plus festival ambience, from Jimi Hendrix and Jefferson Airplane to CSN&Y, Joan Baez, Melanie, Mountain and Canned Heat.
MusArt MPI 80152, 1990, Mexico
WILLIE COLON - Exitos
Éxitos is a greatest hits collection from Willie Colón, capturing the energy and brilliance of his groundbreaking salsa career. Featuring classic tracks from his work with Héctor Lavoe and solo hits alike, the album offers a vibrant journey through Colón’s golden years and the sound that defined a generation of Latin music lovers.
THE BEATLES - Revolver (French and Italian Editions)
THE BEATLES - Revolver (France) THE BEATLES - Revolver (Italy)"Revolver," a groundbreaking album that redefined popular music. Featuring innovative recording techniques and iconic tracks like "Eleanor Rigby" and "Tomorrow Never Knows," it left an indelible mark on music history.
4AD , 1986 , Netherlands
CLAN OF XYMOX - Medusa
"Clan of Xymox", also known as Xymox, are a goth band founded in the Netherlands in 1981. In the 1980s they knew moderate success, even scoring a hit single in the United States; they have been referred to as the "founding fathers of goth." Though the band is still active and continues to tour and release records, of the original members (Ronny Moorings, Pieter Nooten, Frank Weyzig, and Anke [also Anka] Wolbert), only Moorings remains in the band today.
Vertigo 822 820-1 , 1985 , German Release
YELLO - Stella
Stella has that perfect 80s synth-pop bite — cool, polished, and loaded with attitude. The album swings between club grooves and quirky electronic flourishes, all wrapped in Yello’s unmistakable weird-but-sleek vibe. “Desire” sets the tone, “Vicious Games” adds the drama, and then “Oh Yeah” barges in with its cult-movie punchline swagger. For collectors, it’s one of those LPs that just refuses to age.
JIMMY CLIFF - Cliff Hanger
When I drop the needle on “Cliff Hanger,” it hits with that polished yet rootsy blend Cliff mastered in the 80s. Earl “Chinna” Smith threads the whole record together with his trademark swing-style guitar, giving the tunes just enough yard-flavour to stay authentic. The vibe is smooth, bold, radio-friendly reggae with real backbone—pure island energy wrapped in sleek production.
BOBBY RODRIGUEZ - Lead Me To That Beautiful Band
"Lead Me to That Beautiful Band" is the vibrant 1975 release by "Bobby Rodriguez Y La Compañia". Produced by the legendary Ray Baretto and Alux Masucci, this LP delivers a fusion of Latin rhythms that captivate the soul. Recorded at Good Vibrations Sound Studio, New York, and engineered by Jon Fausty, it features a talented ensemble including Bobby Rodriguez, Junior Cordova, and more. A sonic journey through Latin music excellence.
PETER TOSH - Equal Rights
“Equal Rights” doesn’t whisper its message—it marches right up to you, steady and unbending. Tosh fires each line with conviction while legendary duo Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare lock down a deep, rolling foundation. The result is a reggae landmark that blends groove, grit, and unshakable purpose.
BOB MARLEY & THE WAILERS - Babylon by Bus Deluxe Two Record Set
Bob Marley & The Wailers' "Babylon by Bus" 12" Vinyl LP, stands as a timeless reggae gem. Released against the backdrop of Jamaica's music scene, it epitomizes Marley's influence during the era.
German Release with Blue Label of "Babylon by Bus" Release of Jamaican Release of "Babylon by Bus" Jamaican Deluxe Release of "Babylon by Bus"
MADONNA - The First Album
Somewhere between a prayer and a dance beat, The First Album introduced a downtown girl with holy ambition. She strutted through the early ’80s like disco’s last disciple, rewriting pop’s rulebook in fishnets and defiance. Every groove says it: faith in the beat, sin in the melody — and a career that hadn’t even started yet.
SERGE GAINSBOURG - Homme Tete de Chou
Sorti en 1976, "L’Homme à T te de Chou" est un album-concept majeur de Serge Gainsbourg. À travers une narration sombre et poétique, il explore la folie amoureuse d’un homme obsédé par Marilou. Entre rock, reggae et chanson française, l’album confirme le génie provocateur et visionnaire de Gainsbourg.
SHEILA - Quel Temperament de Feu
SHEILA's "Quel Tempérament de Feu" (1975) is a vibrant disco-infused album showcasing the French icon's shift towards a bolder sound. Title track "Quel Tempérament de Feu" bursts with energy, while songs like "Ne Fais Pas Tanguer le Bateau" bring sultry rhythms. Sheila embraces the dancefloor era
BOB MARLEY & THE WAILERS - Rastaman Vibratio
Back in the day, slipping this LP from its gatefold felt like opening a sermon disguised as a record sleeve. The bass from “Rat Race” still rattles through any half-decent speaker, while “Positive Vibration” sounds like morning sunlight on a needle. This isn’t background music—it’s vinyl that still smells of ganja smoke, burlap, and revolution. A German pressing, yet it beats like Jamaica.
MICHAEL JACKSON - Thriller
Released in 1982, “Thriller” didn’t just define the 1980s—it rewired the global music circuit. Jackson moonwalked between pop, rock, and funk with cinematic flair, while the guitar fire of Eddie Van Halen and that unmistakable groove made the world dance, stare, and never quite recover.