5 throwback albums you never knew were on vinyl

I feel confident in saying that I grew up during the golden age of pop music. Stars like Britney Spears and Lindsay Lohan ruled my world, inspiring me in so many ways to be confident and true to myself (aka gay). When I purchased a vinyl player this past fall, I realized this was another opportunity to collect and listen to the immaculate albums that defined my young adulthood. I love the comforting, warm sound of a record player needle scratching against a vinyl until it lands on a track.

Some might think that only older music originally printed for vinyls should be enjoyed on this medium, but I disagree. I love how vinyl adds an instant nostalgia to whatever you’re listening to, whether its from 1970 or 2020. Below you’ll find just some of the many throwback albums I’ve been spinning recently.

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in the zone by britney spears

Britney’s fourth and oft underrated 2003 album contains the mega-hits “Toxic” and “Me Against The Music (featuring Madonna)” as well as sexier songs like “Breathe On Me” and “Outrageous.” The vinyl is pressed with a smoky blue gradient, making it a standout in any collection.

speak by lindsay lohan

Lindsay’s 2004 debut album features the anthemic “Rumors” as well as other forgotten favorites like “First” and “Over.” This hot pink vinyl is just as campy and fun as the album itself.

paris by paris hilton

A rarity, Paris’ eponymous 2006 debut album is a guilty pleasure pressed to vinyl perfection. I dare you not to bop along to “Stars Are Blind,” “Nothing In This World” and “Turn It Up.”

metamorphosis by hilary duff

A coming-of-age classic, Metamorphosis defined the teen pop genre with songs like “Come Clean” and “So Yesterday.” If you’re successful on eBay, you can get this album on a turquoise vinyl.

b’day by beyoncé

Two words: “Freakum Dress.” This and so many other songs on Beyoncé’s second album deserve to be heard in all of their vinyl glory.