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Read more: Unique Gifts for Music Fans – Explore Music Maps & Discography Art
Unique Gifts for Music Fans – Explore Music Maps & Discography Art
by Mike Bell
Looking for unique gifts for music fans? Whether it’s for a birthday, Christmas, or to celebrate someone’s passion for music, my music maps transf...Read more -
Read more: Music News Round-Up: Beatles Anthology, Oasis Reunion, Taylor Swift, and More
Music News Round-Up: Beatles Anthology, Oasis Reunion, Taylor Swift, and More
by Mike Bell
September 2025 Highlights: From The Beatles’ Anthology 30th anniversary re-release to Oasis’ emotional reunion, Taylor Swift’s engagement and new ...Read more -
Read more: George Harrison Studio Albums in Order – Post-Beatles Discography
George Harrison Studio Albums in Order – Post-Beatles Discography
by Mike Bell
After the Beatles split in 1970, George Harrison embarked on a huge solo career that spanned over three decades. From experimental soundtracks in ...Read more -
Read more: From Nirvana to Foo Fighters: The Transition of Dave Grohl
From Nirvana to Foo Fighters: The Transition of Dave Grohl
by Mike Bell
The story of the Foo Fighters begins with one of rock music’s greatest tragedies: the end of Nirvana. When Kurt Cobain died in April 1994, Nirvana...Read more -
Read more: August 2025 Music News Roundup: Beatles, Oasis, Taylor Swift, Springsteen & More
August 2025 Music News Roundup: Beatles, Oasis, Taylor Swift, Springsteen & More
by Mike Bell
The Beatles This fall marks the 30th anniversary re-release of Anthology, featuring remastered footage, unseen interviews, new tracks, and a deluxe...Read more -
Read more: Albums in Order Music Maps | Unique Gifts for Fans, Present Ideas for Him & Her
Albums in Order Music Maps | Unique Gifts for Fans, Present Ideas for Him & Her
by Mike Bell
Music Maps Description Abba Albums In Order A colourful gift for fans of Abba, packed with present ideas that celebrate pop perfection—vers...Read more -
Read more: The Beatles Albums in Order – Complete Discography Guide
The Beatles Albums in Order – Complete Discography Guide
by Mike Bell
The Beatles’ albums remain some of the most influential recordings in music history. For fans searching for Beatles albums in order, this guide pr...Read more -
Read more: Music Maps - Current Band Maps by Mike Bell
Music Maps - Current Band Maps by Mike Bell
by Mike Bell
Music Maps Description Abba Albums In Order Explore Abba’s albums in order with a beautifully designed music map. This band map makes perfe...Read more -
Read more: The Complete Guide to Mike Bell's Music Maps: Every Tube Map Explained
The Complete Guide to Mike Bell's Music Maps: Every Tube Map Explained
by Mike Bell
"Mike Bell's music maps have transformed how we visualize musical history, turning complex discographies into beautiful transit-style artworks. His...Read more -
Read more: Arctic Monkeys Albums in Order
Arctic Monkeys Albums in Order
by Mike Bell
In this guide I list every Arctic Monkeys album in order and link to my Arctic Monkeys “Albums in Order” Music Map—an ideal gift for fans that vis...Read more -
Read more: The Beatles’ 13 Studio Albums – Complete List & History
The Beatles’ 13 Studio Albums – Complete List & History
by Mike Bell
The Beatles remain one of the most influential bands in music history. But exactly how many original studio albums did they release during their ac...Read more -
Read more: ABBA Voyage 2025–2026: What’s New and Why It Still Works
ABBA Voyage 2025–2026: What’s New and Why It Still Works
by Mike Bell
ABBA’s Voyage show keeps going strong into 2025 (and now extended into 2026), and I think the latest setlist tweaks make it even tighter. Classics...Read more -
Read more: What Are the 13 Beatles Albums?
What Are the 13 Beatles Albums?
by Mike Bell
What Are the 13 Beatles Albums? The Beatles released 13 official studio albums between 1963 and 1970. These form what’s often referred to as the “c...Read more -
Read more: August Music News 05-08-25 – ABBA, Blondie, Springsteen, Swift and More
August Music News 05-08-25 – ABBA, Blondie, Springsteen, Swift and More
by Mike Bell
August Music News begins with some huge headlines, awards, reunions, losses, and breakthroughs. Here’s what’s making waves across the music world t...Read more -
Read more: Fleetwood Mac Albums in Order - Musicians Featured
Fleetwood Mac Albums in Order - Musicians Featured
by Mike Bell
Fleetwood Mac Albums in Order Who Played on Each Fleetwood Mac Album? Fleetwood Mac’s discography isn’t just a sequence of albums; it’s a rotating ...Read more -
Read more: Fleetwood Mac Albums in Order: A Complete Timeline Explained
Fleetwood Mac Albums in Order: A Complete Timeline Explained
by Mike Bell
Why a Fleetwood Mac Albums in Order music map? I've always been fascinated by their dramatic line-up shifts and stylistic evolutions. From their e...Read more -
Read more: ABBA Albums in Order – Music Map Gift for Fans | Mike Bell Maps
ABBA Albums in Order – Music Map Gift for Fans | Mike Bell Maps
by Mike Bell
My ABBA Albums in Order Music Map shows each studio album represented as a “station,” and each core member of the band - Agnetha, Björn, Benny, and...Read more -
Read more: Music News – August 2, 2025: McCartney, Swift, Springsteen, The Stones
Music News – August 2, 2025: McCartney, Swift, Springsteen, The Stones
by Mike Bell
What's New - Music News – 2nd August 2025 It’s been a busy few days in music. Four of the most enduring names: Taylor Swift, Paul McCartney, Bruc...Read more -
Read more: Billy Preston: The Session Musician Who Deserved More Recognition
Billy Preston: The Session Musician Who Deserved More Recognition
by Mike Bell
I've been exploring Billy Preston's story recently, and it has sparked a range of emotions. Here's a musician who contributed to iconic recordings ...Read more -
Read more: Gifts for Music Fans – A Music Map of Every Album
Gifts for Music Fans – A Music Map of Every Album
by Mike Bell
Suppose you're searching for a thoughtful gift for a music lover. In that case, these beautifully designed tube-style maps track the whole album di...Read more -
Read more: Gifts for Blondie and Debbie Harry Fans – A Music Map of Every Album
Gifts for Blondie and Debbie Harry Fans – A Music Map of Every Album
by Mike Bell
For fans of Blondie and Debbie Harry’s solo career, my hand-crafted music map offers a vibrant visual journey through decades of genre-defying rele...Read more -
Read more: Edwyn Collins Albums Ranked – Orange Juice and Solo Music Map
Edwyn Collins Albums Ranked – Orange Juice and Solo Music Map
by Mike Bell
Few artists have navigated the line between cult hero and mainstream success as successfully as Edwyn Collins. Best known as the frontman of Orange...Read more -
Read more: Gifts for Edwyn Collins and Orange Juice Fans – A Music Map of Every Album
Gifts for Edwyn Collins and Orange Juice Fans – A Music Map of Every Album
by Mike Bell
If you're looking for a meaningful gift for an Edwyn Collins or Orange Juice fan, this beautifully designed music map is unlike anything else out t...Read more -
Read more: Best Gifts for Nick Cave Fans – Music Map of Every Album & Musician
Best Gifts for Nick Cave Fans – Music Map of Every Album & Musician
by Mike Bell
If you’re searching for a unique and meaningful gift for a Nick Cave fan, skip the socks and candles. This is something different. Designed like a ...Read more -
Read more: 18 July 2025 Music News – Oasis Reunion, Bowie Box Set, Stones Collaborations + More
18 July 2025 Music News – Oasis Reunion, Bowie Box Set, Stones Collaborations + More
by Mike Bell
Oasis has reunited. David Bowie’s final works are getting the box set treatment. Paul McCartney has announced a 2026 tour. Meanwhile, The Rolling Stones, Nick Cave, and The Fall are all in the headlines—and some of the greatest albums ever made are marking significant anniversaries.
From reunions and reissues to timeless tours, here’s a quick look at the biggest music news this week and how it connects to the music maps I design to visualise these legendary journeys.
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Read more: Latest Music News 16-07-25
Latest Music News 16-07-25
by Mike Bell
From lost guitars and pop-up gigs to major reissues and new museum spaces, it has been an unusually eventful year for fans of classic and alternati...Read more -
Read more: Latest Music News 15-07-25
Latest Music News 15-07-25
by Mike Bell
From The Rolling Stones to David Bowie, Here’s What’s Happening Now July 2025 has been unexpectedly lively with music news. Not just nostalgia, tho...Read more -
Read more: ABBA Albums in Order: A Complete Guide to the Iconic Pop Group’s Discography
ABBA Albums in Order: A Complete Guide to the Iconic Pop Group’s Discography
by Mike Bell
If you're a fan of timeless pop music or simply curious about one of the world’s most successful pop groups, this guide to ABBA albums in ...Read more -
Read more: Latest Music News 14-07-25
Latest Music News 14-07-25
by Mike Bell
Music News Highlights The Rolling Stones The Rolling Stones are in the studio working on their 25th album, with 13 tracks recorded at Metropolis St...Read more -
Read more: Dire Straits Albums in Order – Music Map for Fans
Dire Straits Albums in Order – Music Map for Fans
by Mike Bell
My music map doesn’t just show Dire Straits albums in order — it goes one step further by tracing John Illsley’s solo career alongside them. If you...Read more -
Read more: Dierks Bentley Albums in Order – Music Map for Fans
Dierks Bentley Albums in Order – Music Map for Fans
by Mike Bell
Looking at all Dierks Bentley albums in order gives you a real sense of how his sound has shifted over the years - from early mainstream country to...Read more -
Read more: Kate Bush Albums in Order – Music Map for Fans
Kate Bush Albums in Order – Music Map for Fans
by Mike Bell
This Kate Bush music map puts her studio albums in order, from her 1978 debut to the later, quietly experimental works of the 2000s and 2010s. It’s...Read more -
Read more: Deep Purple Albums in Order – Music Map for Fans
Deep Purple Albums in Order – Music Map for Fans
by Mike Bell
If you're trying to understand the complete picture of Deep Purple albums in order, this music map gives you a clean, structured way to see it all ...Read more -
Read more: 60s Bands Albums in Order – Music Gifts and Merch for Fans of the Sixties
60s Bands Albums in Order – Music Gifts and Merch for Fans of the Sixties
by Mike Bell
If you're looking for a unique way to explore the greatest albums of the 1960s, my 60s Bands Tube Music Map collection might be just the thing. The...Read more -
Read more: Latest Music News 12-07-25: Iconic Artists Making Headlines in July 2025
Latest Music News 12-07-25: Iconic Artists Making Headlines in July 2025
by Mike Bell
July 2025 – The Month of Milestones, Tributes & Controversies From newly uncovered photos of George Harrison to a fresh David Bowie box set and...Read more -
Read more: Latest Music News 11-07-25: The Rolling Stones, Oasis, Kate Bush and More
Latest Music News 11-07-25: The Rolling Stones, Oasis, Kate Bush and More
by Mike Bell
What’s New 12th July 2025? Music Map Artists News Round-Up From surprise gigs to landmark anniversaries, July 2025 has brought a flurry of activity...Read more -
Read more: Ringo Starr Albums in Order – Not Yet
Ringo Starr Albums in Order – Not Yet
by Mike Bell
So where's the Ringo map? Good question. It’s one I’ve asked myself more than once. I’ve mapped the whole solo careers of John, Paul, and George - ...Read more -
Read more: Who Played on The Beatles Albums?
Who Played on The Beatles Albums?
by Mike Bell
When people talk about who played on The Beatles' albums, it’s usually the same four names - John, Paul, George and Ringo. Fair enough. They are Th...Read more -
Read more: Bruce Springsteen Albums in Order – Great Gifts and Merch for Fans
Bruce Springsteen Albums in Order – Great Gifts and Merch for Fans
by Mike Bell
If you're looking to see Bruce Springsteen albums in order, or want a thoughtful gift for fans, this Bruce Springsteen music map sets out every stu...Read more -
Read more: Oasis Albums in Order – Merch for Oasis Fans
Oasis Albums in Order – Merch for Oasis Fans
by Mike Bell
I’ve designed three separate music maps that trace the full story of Oasis, including the contributions of Liam Gallagher and Noel Gallagher. Each ...Read more -
Read more: Radiohead Albums in Order - Every Musician – Unique Merch and Gifts for Fans
Radiohead Albums in Order - Every Musician – Unique Merch and Gifts for Fans
by Mike Bell
If you’re looking for Radiohead albums in order — and want something beyond the usual listings — I’ve designed a unique print that charts every off...Read more -
Read more: Arctic Monkeys Albums in Order and Every Musician (2006–2022)
Arctic Monkeys Albums in Order and Every Musician (2006–2022)
by Mike Bell
This post breaks down the Arctic Monkeys albums in order, from their explosive 2006 debut to 2022’s The Car. Alongside every official album, I’ve t...Read more -
Read more: Hawkwind Albums in Order and Every Musician (1970–2025)
Hawkwind Albums in Order and Every Musician (1970–2025)
by Mike Bell
I’ve mapped Hawkwind Albums in order, tracking every credited musician and guest performer from their 1970 debut right through to their 2025 releas...Read more -
Read more: What Are the Beatles Albums in Order? Core Discography
What Are the Beatles Albums in Order? Core Discography
by Mike Bell
Beatles Albums in Order – Ranked, Explained, and Visualised. Looking for the definitive guide to The Beatles' albums in order? You’re in the right ...Read more -
Read more: Blondie Albums in Order – From Punk to Pop Icons
Blondie Albums in Order – From Punk to Pop Icons
by Mike Bell
I’ve created a Blondie and Debbie Harry map that charts every studio album as a stop on a musical journey — and every credited musician as a connec...Read more -
Read more: How My Music Maps Tell a Story, Not Just Show the Way
How My Music Maps Tell a Story, Not Just Show the Way
by Mike Bell
When I design one of my music maps, I’m not merely plotting out who played on which album. I’m constructing a visual story. Every album serves as ...Read more -
Read more: ELO Albums in Order: The Complete Discography Journey
ELO Albums in Order: The Complete Discography Journey
by Mike Bell
Electric Light Orchestra, better known as ELO, stands as one of rock music's most innovative and influential groups. Founded by Jeff Lynne and Roy ...Read more -
Read more: Levellers Albums in Order – The Musicians Who Shaped the Sound
Levellers Albums in Order – The Musicians Who Shaped the Sound
by Mike Bell
This timeline is more than a discography. It’s a visual record of how the Levellers stayed true to their values, even as their instrumentation and ...Read more -
Read more: Crowded House Albums in Order: A Visual Journey
Crowded House Albums in Order: A Visual Journey
by Mike Bell
Few bands have woven melody, memory, and emotional weight quite like Crowded House. From their self-titled debut in 1986 to the 2024 release Gravi...Read more -
Read more: Bob Marley Albums in Order: The Complete Discography
Bob Marley Albums in Order: The Complete Discography
by Mike Bell
Bob Marley remains one of the most influential musical artists of all time, bringing reggae music to international audiences and using his platform...Read more
