Category: Vinyl Cave
100 remarkable albums from the history of music … Roll a stone into the Vinyl Cave and hear the sound echoing the beats & harmonies of the past. Turning round and round, on a velvet underground, the groove will flow and break on through to the other side…
The Best of Bardot
Compilation album with songs that were performed by Brigitte Bardot during the 60’s and early 70’s. Various tracks are written by Serge Gainsbourg among them: Harley Davidson. Bonny & Clyde and Je t’aime moi non plus,…
Carole King ~ Tapestry [1971]
Tapestry is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Carole King, released in 1971. It is one of the best-selling albums of all time, with over 25 million copies worldwide. It received four Grammy Awards in 1972, including Album of the Year. In…
Mickey Newbury – Looks Like Rain (1968)
Looks Like Rain is a concept album by American singer-songwriter Mickey Newbury. It is widely considered his first real recording and a peak in the singer-songwriter movement, especially for Nashville. The studio production is often described…
Margo Guryan – Take A Picture (1968)
“Take A Picture” has gained a cult following over the years, with many praising Guryan’s innovative songwriting and distinctive vocals. The album’s rarity and limited commercial success at the time of its release have contributed to…
Augustus Pablo – King Tubby Meets Rockers Uptown
King Tubby Meets Rockers Uptown is a dub studio album by Augustus Pablo and King Tubby, released in 1976. This collaborative effort showcases the innovative production skills of Augustus Pablo and the legendary dub mastering of…
Culture – Harder than the Rest 1978
“Harder Than The Rest” is considered one of Culture’s finest works. The album has been praised for its cohesive production, strong vocal harmonies, and thought-provoking lyrics,
Israel Vibration – The Same Song (1978)
Israel Vibration’s debut from 1978, “The Same Song” is considered a roots reggae classic, and it showcases the trio’s unique harmonies and socially conscious lyrics. The title song “The Same Song” features lyrics emphasizing unity and…
Bob Marley & The Wailers – The birth of a legend
The Birth of a Legend is a testament to the Wailers’ innovative spirit and their role in shaping the sound of reggae music. This compilation album provides a fascinating glimpse into the band’s early years, showcasing…
S̲yd B̲arrett The M̲a̲dcap L̲aughs 1970
The Madcap Laughs is the debut solo album by Syd Barrett, a founding member of Pink Floyd, released in 1970. The album is a testament to Barrett’s unique songwriting style, which blended folk, rock, and psychedelia….
Buffalo Springfield – Retrospective 1969
Retrospective is a compilation album released in 1969, one year after the band members went their separate ways. The album features a selection of the band’s most important songs, including their biggest hits. All songs were…
Bill Withers – Still Bill 1972
Still Bill is the second studio album by American soul singer-songwriter Bill Withers, released in 1972 by Sussex Records. The album was recorded and produced by Withers with musicians from the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band….
The R̲o̲lling S̲tones – E̲xile on M̲a̲in St Full Album 1972
Exile on Main Street, released in 1972, was recorded over three years. The album was completed at a villa in Nellcôte, France, where the band had relocated as tax exiles. This period of creative freedom and…
Otis Redding -Otis Blue -1965
Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul, often referred to simply as Otis Blue, is the third studio album by American soul singer and songwriter Otis Redding. Released on September 15, 1965, the album is considered Redding’s first…
JUDEE SILL HEART FOOD
“Heart Food” has been praised for its beauty, intimacy, and poetic lyrics. The album’s songs are often described as “heart-lifting” and “mystical,” with Sill’s voice and arrangements evoking a sense of spiritual longing. The album has…
Betty Davis – They Say I’m Different
They Say I’m Different is the second studio album by Betty Davis, released in 1974. This groundbreaking album showcases her bold, unapologetic approach to funk and soul. Betty Davis wrote every song and also produced this…
Funkadelic – Maggot Brain
Released in 1971, Funkadelic’s Maggot Brain is a groundbreaking album that showcases the band’s unique blend of psychedelic rock, funk, and soul. The album has been widely praised by critics and musicians alike. It is often…
Suicide – Suicide 1977
Suicide’s debut album, released in December 1977 on Red Star Records, is a pioneering work in the synth-punk and electronic rock genres. The album’s sound is characterized by Martin Rev’s minimalist electronics and harsh, repetitive rhythms,…
RAMONES – 1976 – FULL ALBUM
The Ramones’ self-titled debut album, released on April 23, 1976, is a landmark in punk rock history. Recorded in just seven days for a budget of $6,400, the album was produced by Craig Leon and Tom…
The Sonics-Boom -1966
The Sonics’ Boom is the second studio album by the American garage rock band The Sonics, released in February 1966. This album is a seminal work in the garage rock genre, showcasing the band’s raw energy,…
S̲ex P̲istols – N̲ever M̲ind The B̲ollocks 1977
Released in 1977, Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols is the only studio album by the English punk rock band Sex Pistols. The album was a groundbreaking and influential work in the punk genre,…