The List of Arctic Monkeys Albums in Order of Release

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How many albums does Arctic Monkeys have?

The discography of English rock band Arctic Monkeys have released seven studio albums, five extended plays, two video albums, 24 music videos and 23 singles.

 

All Arctic Monkeys Albums in Order: Check Out The List of  Arctic Monkeys Albums in Order of Release Here!

Here is the list of Arctic Monkeys Album in Order of Release Date:

1. Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not — 23 January 2006
2. Favourite Worst Nightmare — 23 April 2007
3. Humbug — 19 August 2009
4. Suck It and See — 6 June 2011
5. AM — 6 September 2013
6. Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino — 11 May 2018
7. The Car — 21 October 2022

 

All Arctic Monkeys Albums List in Order

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1. Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not (2006)

Track

1. The View from the Afternoon
2. I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor
3. Fake Tales of San Francisco
4. Dancing Shoes
5. You Probably Couldn’t See for the Lights but You Were Staring Straight at Me
6. Still Take You Home
7. Riot Van
8. Red Light Indicates Doors Are Secured
9. Mardy Bum
10. Perhaps Vampires Is a Bit Strong But…
11. When the Sun Goes Down
12. From the Ritz to the Rubble
13. A Certain Romance

“Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not” stands as the debut studio album by the iconic English rock band Arctic Monkeys, launching on January 23, 2006, in the UK and February 21, 2006, in the US via Domino Recording Company. The album’s path to fame was paved by chart-toppers “I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor” and “When the Sun Goes Down,” both re-recorded from the band’s 2005 EP, “Five Minutes with Arctic Monkeys.” Bassist Andy Nicholson’s departure after the album’s release marked a significant change.

This indie rock masterpiece delves into themes of British nightlife, capturing the essence of youth culture and revitalizing the UK indie music scene. It made history as the fastest-selling debut album in the UK, reaching 7× platinum status, while also securing critical acclaim, including a Mercury Prize, a Grammy nomination, and placements on esteemed “greatest albums” lists.

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2. Favourite Worst Nightmare (2007)

Track

1. Brianstorm
2. Teddy Picker
3. D Is for Dangerous
4. Balaclava
5. Fluorescent Adolescent
6. Only Ones Who Know
7. Do Me a Favour
8. This House Is a Circus
9. If You Were There, Beware
10. The Bad Thing
11. Old Yellow Bricks
12. 505

“Favourite Worst Nightmare” marks a pivotal moment in the Arctic Monkeys’ musical journey, being their second studio album, released on April 23, 2007, via Domino Recording Company. The album introduced bassist Nick O’Malley to the lineup, replacing Andy Nicholson, and represented a shift towards a more musically ambitious direction. Recorded at East London’s Miloco Studios with producers James Ford and Mike Crossey, it featured tracks like “Brianstorm” and “Fluorescent Adolescent” that resonated with audiences, propelling it to the number one spot on the UK Albums Chart. Critically acclaimed, it earned the band the Best British Album at the 2008 Brit Awards and is seen as the beginning of their evolving sound throughout subsequent albums. In the United States, it debuted at number seven on the Billboard 200 and went on to achieve 4× platinum status in the UK.

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3. Humbug (2009)

Track

1. My Propeller
2. Crying Lightning
3. Dangerous Animals
4. Secret Door
5. Potion Approaching
6. Fire and the Thud
7. Cornerstone
8. Dance Little Liar
9. Pretty Visitors
10. The Jeweller’s Hands

“Arctic Monkeys’ third studio album, ‘Humbug,’ released on August 19, 2009, marked a significant departure from their earlier work. Recorded entirely in the United States, the album saw the band collaborating with American musician Josh Homme, known for his work with Queens of the Stone Age. This album introduced a darker, more mature sound, drawing influences from stoner rock, desert rock, surf rock, and ambient tones. Notably, frontman Alex Turner’s vocals took on a slower, more hushed approach, and his songwriting shifted from kitchen-sink realism to analogies. Although ‘Humbug’ didn’t receive the same acclaim as their previous albums, it is now recognized as a pivotal record that laid the foundation for the band’s evolving musical styles and lyrical themes.

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4. Suck It and See (2011)

Track

1. She’s Thunderstorms
2. Black Treacle
3. Brick by Brick
4. The Hellcat Spangled Shalalala
5. Don’t Sit Down ‘Cause I’ve Moved Your Chair
6. Library Pictures
7. All My Own Stunts
8. Reckless Serenade
9. Piledriver Waltz
10. Love Is a Laserquest
11. Suck It and See
12. That’s Where You’re Wrong

Released on June 6, 2011, “Suck It and See” is the fourth studio album by the renowned English rock band Arctic Monkeys, published under Domino Recording Company. Frontman Alex Turner penned the album’s songs in 2010, primarily on an acoustic guitar while residing in Brooklyn. Produced in Los Angeles at Sound City Studios by their long-standing collaborator James Ford in early 2011, the album diverges from the darker tones of its predecessor, “Humbug” (2009), embracing a lighter guitar pop and psychedelic pop sound with influences from post-punk, country, surf, and glam rock. The album’s lyrics explore themes of romance, heartbreak, aging, loneliness, and British colloquialisms, receiving generally positive reviews from critics and continuing the band’s chart-topping success in the UK and beyond.

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5. AM (2013)

Track

1. Do I Wanna Know?
2. R U Mine?
3. One for the Road
4. Arabella
5. I Want It All
6. No.1 Party Anthem
7. Mad Sounds
8. Fireside
9. Why’d You Only Call Me When You’re High?
10. Snap Out of It
11. Knee Socks
12. I Wanna Be Yours

“AM” stands as the fifth studio album from the renowned English rock band, Arctic Monkeys. Released on September 9, 2013, through Domino Recording Company, the album was a transformative journey produced by James Ford and Ross Orton at multiple locations in Los Angeles and Joshua Tree, California. It’s known for its hit singles, including “R U Mine?”, “Do I Wanna Know?”, and “Why’d You Only Call Me When You’re High?” Drawing from a diverse array of genres, the album introduced a hip hop-influenced sound, diverging from their earlier work. “AM” received widespread acclaim and commercial success, topping charts worldwide, including the UK Albums Chart and several Billboard charts in the United States, achieving platinum status. This groundbreaking release cemented Arctic Monkeys’ status as one of rock’s leading innovators.

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6. Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino (2018)

Track

1. Star Treatment
2. One Point Perspective
3. American Sports
4. Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino
5. Golden Trunks
6. Four Out of Five
7. The World’s First Ever Monster Truck Front Flip
8. Science Fiction
9. She Looks Like Fun
10. Batphone
11. The Ultracheese

“Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino” is the sixth studio album by Arctic Monkeys, unleashed on May 11, 2018. Frontman Alex Turner composed the album on a Steinway Vertegrand piano at his Los Angeles residence in 2016. Produced in Los Angeles, Paris, and London, it saw collaboration with musicians like Tom Rowley, Loren Humphrey, and James Righton. The album diverges from the band’s guitar-heavy past, embracing a complex, avant-garde sound combining psychedelic, lounge, and glam pop, jazz, soul, and progressive rock influences. Lyrically, it delves into science fiction, consumerism, and technology through the lens of a lunar luxury resort.

Despite its polarizing style, it garnered acclaim, winning Q magazine’s Best Album of 2018 and receiving Mercury Prize and Grammy nominations. The album’s lead single, “Four Out of Five,” was also nominated for Best Rock Performance, and it achieved chart-topping success in various countries.

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7. The Car (2022)

Track

1. There’d Better Be a Mirrorball
2. I Ain’t Quite Where I Think I Am
3. Sculptures of Anything Goes
4. Jet Skis on the Moat
5. Body Paint
6. The Car
7. Big Ideas
8. Hello You
9. Mr Schwartz
10. Perfect Sense

Arctic Monkeys’ seventh studio album, “The Car,” released on October 21, 2022, via Domino Recording Company, marked a significant artistic evolution for the band. Frontman Alex Turner crafted the album’s songs in his Los Angeles and Paris abodes, with production in Suffolk, Paris, and London handled by their frequent collaborator, James Ford. The album’s cover, featuring a solitary white car in an empty parking lot, inspired its title, as vehicular references are woven into the lyrical fabric.

“The Car” explores a diverse range of musical genres, including art rock, orchestral rock, lounge pop, baroque pop, and funk, alongside influences from soul, electronic, glam rock, bossa nova, and traditional pop. The album delves into themes of nostalgia and the show business world, earning critical acclaim upon its release and garnering award nominations. Despite not reaching the top of the UK Albums Chart, it found success globally, with singles like “There’d Better Be a Mirrorball” and “Body Paint” making waves.

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