The Album a Day Club | November 2024 Playlist
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I know it’s list season, but before I drop next week’s Best Music of 2024 megapost, there’s some housekeeping to take care of in the form of November’s Album a Day Club roundup — perhaps our best month yet!
Enjoy a curated mix of fresh releases, vinyl reissues, milestone anniversaries, and a plethora of rabbit holes to get lost in. Hopefully, you'll discover some new favorites and reconnect with some old friends along the way.
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The Album a Day Club | November 2024 Playlist
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November 1: Fang Island - Fang Island (2010)
Get Vinyl: Mint Green and Pink Splatter
Let’s kick things off with Fang Island, a band named after Donald Rumsfeld’s secret hideaway where he’d host fight-to-the-death tournaments. Their infectious debut self-titled is most known for the singalong single “Daisy.”
It was announced today that the entire Fang Island discography (two albums and two EPs) will get a physical release, and the first time on colored wax. Yoink!
November 2: Hildegard - Jour 1596 (2024)
Get Vinyl: Lathe Cut (Sold Out)
First time listen to Jour 1596, the second album from Montreal-based duo Hildegard (Helena Deland and Ouri). It’s a beautifully balanced blend of neo-soul and experimental pop. I dive deeper into this and nine other underrated albums from the year in a recent roundup of overlooked gems.
November 3: CunninLynguists - Will Rap For Food (2001)
Get Vinyl: Apple and Canary Yellow (Sold Out) | Discogs
Will Rap for Food, the debut album from southern hip hop duo CunninLynguists (back when it was just Deacon the Villain and Kno), is back on vinyl for the first time in 20 years. This underground gem is a total blast for those looking for witty punchlines and crafty beats.
November 4: Creedence Clearwater Revival - Willy And The Poor Boys (1969)
Get Vinyl: Washboard Marble (Sold Out) | Discogs
The Vinyl Me, Please Essentials record for November is Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Willy and the Poor Boys, arguably at the peak of their powers. Willy was their third album in just 12 months and featured two megahits that will outlive us all: "Down on the Corner" and "Fortunate Son." Within a year, the band would shrink to a trio, and within two years, they'd be kaput.
November 5: Ethel Cain - Preacher’s Daughter (2022)
Get Vinyl: N/A
What better way to ring in a depressing election than with an album that dissects the brutality of the modern American dream? Ethel Cain’s debut Preacher’s Daughter features the lead single “American Teenager,” which makes a nice 1-2 punch with yesterday’s “Fortunate Son.”
The neighbor's brother came home in a box
But he wanted to go, so maybe it was his fault
Another red heart taken by the American dream
Remarkably, this album is not on vinyl, thanks to the frugality of Cain’s label, Prescription Songs, run by the notorious Dr. Luke. Cain has made it clear that she plans to part ways with Prescription as soon as she fulfills her contract.
November 6: Jeff Rosenstock - HELLMODE (2023)
Get Vinyl: Neon Pink | Discogs
It’s the day after the election, and if you needed any more proof, we’re living in hellworld.
There’s so many lyrics off Jeff Rosenstock’s latest record HELLMODE that reflect how we got here, but this sums it up pretty well:
The weight of the world makes me feel like
The future is gone
The present's insane
The future is dumb
The past, all mistakes
November 7: Harlem Shakes - Technicolor Health (2009)
Get Vinyl: Picture Disc (Discogs)
Yet life goes on. I’m flying to Chicago today to catch Drake Maye vs. Caleb Williams—basically a pillow fight of a football game, but hopefully I can tell my grandkids I saw two future legends go head-to-head. And they’ll say, “that’s nice, but why is Florida underwater?”
When I’m flying solo dolo, I’m all about comfort albums. Today, I opted for Technicolor Health by Harlem Shakes. Long-time readers know how much I love this one—I recently included it in a list of ten vinyl I’d love to see get a reissue, since it’s currently fetching $1K on the resale market.
November 8: The Sadies - Pure Diamond Gold (1999)
Get Vinyl: Black (Discogs)
Much like Technicolor Health, Pure Diamond Gold, The Sadies’ sophomore album, gets better with each spin. The album’s versatility is on full display, showcasing the Canadian band’s wide range of skills, all taken to another level by Steve Albini’s signature engineering. I’m praying to the vinyl gods for a 25th Anniversary repress, because, like The Shakes, this one is pricy.
November 9: Lola Young - This Wasn’t Meant For You Anyway (2024)
Get Vinyl: Starburst | Red
I wasn’t familiar with London artist Lola Young, who was featured on Tyler, the Creator’s CHROMAKOPIA, but after seeing she dropped a new album, I gave it a spin. Her husky, raspy voice—reminiscent of Nilüfer Yanya and Remi Wolf—stands out, especially on bold tracks like the back-to-back jams “Conceited” and “Messy,” proving she’s a name to watch.
November 10: Mitski - Bury Me At Makeout Creek (2014)
Get Vinyl: Black
Damn do I feel old as I see Mitski’s Bury Me At Make Out Creek turns ten today. I went back and rewatched her NPR Tiny Desk from this time period, a raw performance highlighted by her screaming into her guitar pickup.
November 11: Local Natives - Gorilla Manor (2010)
Get Vinyl: Maroon
Today, my wife and I caught Local Natives at Orlando’s The Plaza Live on what might be their farewell tour. Kelcey Ayer, one of the best vocalists and songwriters in indie rock, is stepping away to focus on solo work.
The show was a blast — my wife is extremely pregnant, so I asked the usher for a chair, and we were escorted right up to the front of the pit! Definitely made for an unforgettable experience.
The band was on fire. I haven’t vibed much with their recent albums, but their back catalog is unimpeachable. Here’s to whatever the next chapter holds for both the band and Kelcey.
November 12: Superheaven - Jar (2013)
Get Vinyl: Discogs
We got a nice surprise today as Superheaven released "Long Gone," the band's first new song in a decade. I’m pretty sure TikTok’s obsession with "Youngest Daughter" (now sitting at a whopping 118 million views!!!) is what pulled this band out of hiatus—and thank God for that.
November 13: Dizzy Reece - Blues In Trinity (1959)
Get Vinyl: Coming February 2025
The 2025 schedule for Blue Note’s audiophile Tone Poet vinyl series has just dropped, featuring 24 new releases sure to excite jazz heads.
of does a fantastic job breaking down the list, and Dizzy Reece’s 1959 debut, Blues in Trinity, was a new discovery for me — a great way to spend an hour.
November 14: Randy Newman - Good Old Boys (1974)
Get Vinyl: Black
First time listen to Randy Newman’s 1974 album Good Old Boys, inspired by a great review by
of :What is Good Old Boys exactly? Think of it first as the complete antithesis of Waylon Jennings song of the same name, that early cell phone ringtone and theme song for The Dukes of Hazzard. On this Good Old Boys, Newman serves as anthropologist, spouting his findings from atop a piano bench. He uses the voices of bigots and drunks, folks in rotten marriages, full of grievances and rage, about being from the South, or poor, or white, or a combination of all of these, to try and tell us something about ourselves. Who we were. Where we’d come from. How we’d arrived at 1974.
Where we were heading.
I suppose the scene wasn’t all that different then today. Some of the words are even the same: Genocide. Watergate. Impeachment. But still, fifty years ago our parents got “The Rumble in the Jungle”, that great Foreman/Ali bout, broadcast live on pay-per-view on movie theater screens around the world. Now, we are offered Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul streaming on Netflix, and sponsored by Celsius.
November 15: My Chemical Romance - The Black Parade (2006)
Get Vinyl: Grey | Black
Tickets for My Chemical Romance’s Long Live The Black Parade stadium tour went on sale today—and they sold out faster than you can say “I’m not okay.”
The lineup of supporting acts is nothing short of impressive: Violent Femmes (Seattle), 100 Gecs (San Francisco), Wallows (Los Angeles), Garbage (Arlington, Texas), Death Cab for Cutie and Thursday (East Rutherford, New Jersey), Alice Cooper (Philadelphia), Pixies (Toronto), Devo (Chicago), IDLES (Boston), and Evanescence (Tampa). The summer spectacle sold out immediately.
November 16: Bonny Light Horseman - Keep Me On Your Mind / See You Free (2024)
Get Vinyl: Pink and Blue Skies | Black
I’m listening to as many 2024 albums as I can before I turn in my Best Of list; I somehow skipped Bonny Light Horseman’s double vinyl that was released back in June and it’s some of the best folk rock I’ve heard all year.
November 17: Mock Orange - Mind Is Not Brain (2003)
Get Vinyl: N/A
Thanks to gem-finder
for pointing me toward Mind is Not Brain by Mock Orange. Gorman makes a strong case that the band missed their shot at indie rock stardom when their best album to date got delayed due to a lawsuit from George Lucas. Wild story, killer album, and a fun "what if?" Sadly, this one was never pressed to vinyl—womp womp.
November 18: The Murder Capital - Gigi’s Recovery (2023)
Get Vinyl: Pink (Discogs)
The Murder Capital returned today with the first taste of their upcoming third record Blindness, out February 21st. I’m really excited for this one, especially after how strong last year’s Gigi’s Recovery was. Best part? You can grab the vinyl new for under $10 on Discogs.
November 19: The Duke Spirit - Neptune (2008)
Get Vinyl: Black (Discogs)
I forget The Duke Spirit existed until I was reminded by
’s monthly roundup, which mentioned lead singer Leila Moss just dropped a solo album. I had a blast revisiting this one; single “The Step and the Walk” should have been a bigger hit.November 20: Greg Freeman - I Looked Out (2022)
Get Vinyl: Coke Bottle Clear
Had a moment of serendipity today when I listened to Greg Freeman’s 2022 debut I Looked Out for the first time. Literally an hour later, the vinyl dropped, along with news that Freeman is prepping his follow-up for 2025. If you’re a fan of MJ Lenderman, this one’s right up your alley.
November 21: Father John Misty - Mahashmashana (2024)
Get Vinyl: Sub Pop Loser | Purple | Dark Red & Silver, Signed Artcard | Ink and Haze
Father John Misty has done it again! Read my review here — I loved it, and it’ll likely finish in my top 10 Albums of the Year.
November 22: Kendrick Lamar - GNX (2024)
Get Vinyl: Blue | Grey | White | Black
Kendrick Lamar ruined Father John Misty’s big day by surprise dropping the most anticipated rap album of the year on Friday around noon EST, which provided some great memes. It turns out Kendrick has done this to FJM before.
November 23: Michael Kiwanuka - Small Changes (2024)
Get Vinyl: Blue Marble | Black
Smooth, mellow, Sunday morning vibes from Michael Kiwanuka, Danger Mouse, and Inflo. My full positive review here.
November 24: Gene Clark - No Other (1974)
Get Vinyl: Black
The title track from Michael Kiwanuka’s new album may be my favorite, and it was inspired by Danger Mouse playing him No Other by The Byrds frontman Gene Clark. Kiwanuka recalls:
“Everything about it blew me away. The emotion, the melodies, the arrangements. And though you wouldn’t spot the connection by listening to my song, the process of taking inspiration from other artists is all about jumping-off points, ways to blindside your own creativity.”
A perfect companion to this relisten was reading
’s 9.3 Pitchfork review of the 2019 reissue, which dives into how the album tanked, ending Clark’s career, and how it’s since become one of the most underappreciated albums of the '70s.November 25: Modest Mouse - Baron Von Bullshit Rides Again (2004)
Get Vinyl: Black (Discogs)
Modest Mouse’s 2004 live album Baron von Bullshit Rides Again is getting its first official vinyl release this Record Store Day Black Friday.
The album was recorded at one of my all-time favorite venues, The Social, an intimate spot in downtown Orlando. There’s a funny moment during the set where someone yells out “Freebird!” and Isaac Brock just loses it. “Life is too fucking short to play or hear ‘Freebird.’”
November 26: Quivers - Oyster Cuts (2024)
Get Vinyl: Seaglass | Black
First time hearing Australian indie rockers Quivers. Oyster Cuts keeps you on your toes, with each track sounding different than the next. My favorites are the opener and the title track—two sweet earworms that stick with you. Fun listen!
November 27: Forth Wanderers - Tough Love (2014)
Get Vinyl: Discogs (nothing currently available)
Another first time listen here, spurred on by the great
, who celebrated the tenth anniversary of Forth Wanderers’ debut Tough Love for Stereogum.It was love at first listen. The second the album ended, I queued up the rest of their discography—which, at around 75 minutes, you can devour in one sitting. Don’t you just love stumbling upon a new favorite band?
November 28: The Band - The Last Waltz (1976)
Get Vinyl: Black
The family went to bed and I put on my yearly Thanksgiving viewing of The Band’s The Last Waltz. Iconic movie that completely captures a moment in time.
November 29: Tokyo Police Club - Champ (2010)
Get Vinyl: Baby Blue
Tokyo Police Club played their last ever show tonight, a 29-song affair in their hometown of Toronto. Watch their final three songs, “Cheer It On,” “Your English is Good,” and “End of a Spark” below.
Earlier this year, in tribute to their 18-year career, I made a playlist featuring what I believe to be their 15 best tracks, presented in chronological order.
November 30: Panchiko - D>E>A>T>H>M>E>T>A>L (2000)
Get Vinyl: Blue | Yellow | Green
Christmas came early today with a fresh round of Panchiko vinyl pressings, and now we’ve got three new colorways to choose from. The previous editions sold out in a flash, so you’ll want to snag these fast.
It’s wild we even have a proper release of this. For those that don’t know, D>E>A>T>H>M>E>T>A>L was a 2000 art-rock demo EP that went unnoticed until 2016 when a 4chan user found it in a shop and uploaded it. The disc was distorted due to disc rot, but gained a cult following and a community in full detective mode to track down the band. Lead vocalist/guitarist Owain Davies was found in 2020, who was unaware his demo had made waves. It was soon remastered and uploaded to Bandcamp, along with the original disc rot version.
Fast forward to 2023, and Panchiko finally released their debut album—23 years after their cult classic EP. And just last week, they dropped a great music video for the title track of their upcoming album Ginkgo, slated for release in April 2025. If this isn’t a reason to believe in the power of lost music, I’m not sure what is.
Another monthly roundup in the books! Thanks for reading, reply to this email or comment on Substack if you want to chat, and I’ll catch you next week for the Best Music of 2024 MEGAPOST!