Top 28 Greatest Music Albums by knels94

NOTE: 1) I am currently limited to 50 on this chart
2) I tried to limit this to mostly only albums I own (which at the moment isn't a ton)
3) I decided to add my own little bit to the chart. The rankings AREN'T necessarily in order of albums I think are BEST, but favorites, a lot of rankings are based on sentimental value, memories associated with the album, things the music has gotten me through. I do this not as a "cop out" but to add a personal touch to my chart and because I think that is a strong part of music, the memories tied to it and listening to it to remember those times.
4) I am new to the site and I am just now starting to introduce myself to different music. Suggestions are MORE than welcome!

• Chart updated: 01/20/2017 08:15
• (Created: 07/01/2013 15:39).
• Chart size: 28 albums.

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Untitled (Led Zeppelin IV) 

 Led Zeppelin

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[First added to this chart: 09/12/2013]

Year of Release:

1971

Appears in:

3,070 charts

Rank Score:

44,308

Rank in 1971:

1

Rank in 1970s:

4

Overall Rank:

12

Average Rating:

 90 (3,901 votes)

Comments:

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Elephant 

 The White Stripes

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Any album that opens with "Seven Nation Army" is off to a great start. The hypnotic faux bass riff lays the foundation for a strong opening to the album. Songs like "Hardest Button to Button" and "Girl, You Have No Faith in Medicine" hold the listener's attention while Jack does what he does best in "Ball and Biscuit." Elephant is a record that has always stood out to me and probably always will as track after track delivered. Jack and Meg stuck to their strengths, but also allowed for some experimentation in tracks like "In the Cold, Cold, Night," in which Meg takes over lead vocals.
Best Track: "Ball and Biscuit" [First added to this chart: 07/01/2013]

Year of Release:

2003

Appears in:

1,465 charts

Rank Score:

12,860

Rank in 2003:

1

Rank in 2000s:

14

Overall Rank:

113

Average Rating:

 83 (2,103 votes)

Comments:

128

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Good Kid, M.A.A.D City 

 Kendrick Lamar

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Best Track: "Money Trees"
The greatest rap album of all time. I am not sure what I could add that hasn't already been said about this album. It is as great a journey as anyone will take while listening to an album. Being a white male from Salt Lake City, this album introduced me to a whole new world and way of thinking. [First added to this chart: 07/24/2016]

Year of Release:

2012

Appears in:

1,479 charts

Rank Score:

25,756

Rank in 2012:

1

Rank in 2010s:

3

Overall Rank:

35

Average Rating:

 88 (1,954 votes)

Comments:

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Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not 

 Arctic Monkeys

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Best Track: "From the Ritz to the Rubble"
An absolute classic from a favorite band. As much as I enjoy what AM has been kicking out recently, it is hard to beat their first effort. The energy and punkish lyricism of Alex Turner is contagious. [First added to this chart: 07/19/2016]

Year of Release:

2006

Appears in:

1,578 charts

Rank Score:

18,438

Rank in 2006:

1

Rank in 2000s:

7

Overall Rank:

66

Average Rating:

 83 (2,312 votes)

Comments:

198

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Funeral 

 Arcade Fire

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Best Track: "Neighborhood #3 (Power Out)
A masterpiece. The background of what band members were going through when this album came out and their inspiration only adds to why this album will stand the test of time as one of the greatest albums ever. [First added to this chart: 07/01/2013]

Year of Release:

2004

Appears in:

2,826 charts

Rank Score:

41,747

Rank in 2004:

1

Rank in 2000s:

3

Overall Rank:

15

Average Rating:

 88 (3,599 votes)

Comments:

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Lonerism 

 Tame Impala

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Best Track: "Mind Mischief"
I am not HUGE into psychedelic rock, but on first listen to these guys, you would think they were from a whole other era. Kevin Parker's voice is both haunting and intriguing. [First added to this chart: 10/09/2013]

Year of Release:

2012

Appears in:

1,349 charts

Rank Score:

16,825

Rank in 2012:

2

Rank in 2010s:

7

Overall Rank:

79

Average Rating:

 85 (1,847 votes)

Comments:

184

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Born To Run 

 Bruce Springsteen

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What can be said about "the Boss" that hasn't already been said? Bruce gave America and its workers a much needed shot in the arm whenever times looked rough. This third release proved to be Springsteen's breakthrough, giving America and the world "Thunder Road," "Jungleland," and of course "Born to Run."
Best Track: "Born to Run" [First added to this chart: 07/01/2013]

Year of Release:

1975

Appears in:

1,554 charts

Rank Score:

17,253

Rank in 1975:

3

Rank in 1970s:

20

Overall Rank:

70

Average Rating:

 83 (1,929 votes)

Comments:

131

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Abbey Road 

 The Beatles

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Best Track: "I Want You (She's So Heavy)" and "Something"
As much as I like some of the earlier Beatles work, this just seemed to resonate with me most, I love the sound of the album and it has rightfully earned itself a place in music history. [First added to this chart: 10/09/2013]

Year of Release:

1969

Appears in:

3,629 charts

Rank Score:

65,451

Rank in 1969:

1

Rank in 1960s:

1

Overall Rank:

3

Average Rating:

 92 (4,509 votes)

Comments:

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Brothers 

 The Black Keys

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I am prepared to argue that this is their best record, beating out the more recent "El Camino." This album just has something for everyone. While the whole album is pretty "accessible," it carries some very radio friendly hits in "Tighten Up," "Next Girl," and "Howling for You," all while maintaining a very bluesy approach and feel to the overall work. As the album progresses, it becomes more and more reminiscent of the "old" Black Keys as the guitar sounds more bluesy, dirty, and emotional. Along with the transition in instruments, the lyrics also become more contemplative in songs like "Unknown Brother" and "I'm Not the One." Brothers is an album I always feel comfortable playing and it has played an important role in getting me through some difficult days.

This album lived in my car as I went to community college to work on my Associates. I would take breaks in my car between classes and during lunch and so listening to this album always reminds me of fond memories from my time at the college. It is also an album that started to peak my interest in more bluesy sounding rock.

Best Track: "Next Girl," "Too Afraid to Love You" [First added to this chart: 07/01/2013]

Year of Release:

2010

Appears in:

699 charts

Rank Score:

5,105

Rank in 2010:

9

Rank in 2010s:

44

Overall Rank:

353

Average Rating:

 79 (1,214 votes)

Comments:

56

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The Suburbs 

 Arcade Fire

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This LP was certainly not as memorable for me as "Funeral" was. While it definitely held my interest though out, something about it just seemed too lengthy. It provides 16 tracks and is still a great listen!
Best Track: "Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains) [First added to this chart: 07/01/2013]

Year of Release:

2010

Appears in:

1,812 charts

Rank Score:

22,194

Rank in 2010:

2

Rank in 2010s:

4

Overall Rank:

45

Average Rating:

 84 (2,681 votes)

Comments:

253

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Top 28 Greatest Music Albums composition

Decade	Albums	%
1930s	0	0%
1940s	0	0%
1950s	0	0%
1960s	2	7%
1970s	2	7%
1980s	2	7%
1990s	5	18%
2000s	7	25%
2010s	10	36%
2020s	0	0%

Artist	Albums	%
Led Zeppelin	2	7%
The White Stripes	2	7%
Arctic Monkeys	2	7%
Arcade Fire	2	7%
Bruce Springsteen	2	7%
Oasis	2	7%
Jack White	1	4%
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Country	Albums	%
	14	50%
	10	36%
	2	7%
	1	4%
	1	4%

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From SuedeSwede 10/17/2013 22:27

Nice start to your chart. I would recommend something like Forever Changes, that's a pretty decent classic, but assuming you may have already heard that...

Try either 'Up The Bracket' by The Libertines or 'The Libertines'. Both class albums.

Anyway, keep it going.

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