Top 100 Greatest Music Albums
by 
Omid 
This is a list of greatest albums I’ve ever heard,I had previously created a list that would merely keep me alive in a deserted island,now this one can revive my spirit after my death(as might be expected I haven’t put it to the test yet!)Now I’m looking for elixir of immortality and eternal youth!any recommendations would be appreciated and any opinions are welcome here,in fact I like arguing about my picks.
- Chart updated: 08/06/2011 00:12
- (Created: 09/14/2010 00:05).
- Chart size: 100 albums.
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This album is on the altar of my love for the music.As a matter of fact I like it so much,I dislike other people liking it.Favorite track:Anesthetize
[First added to this chart: 09/13/2010]
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2007
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If someone asks me to name a masterpiece,Electric Ladyland would probably be my first answer,however I admire this masterpiece for personal reasons.Mostly I believe Hendrix was the only true genius of his era.Favorite track:All Along the Watchtower
[First added to this chart: 05/21/2011]
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1968
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16,539
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IMO it's the pink floyd's greatest achievement.Might be a mainstream choice,but for me it's an important album,helping me experiencing a new aspect of music.And that's enough reason to be in my top 10.Favorite track:Time
[First added to this chart: 09/13/2010]
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1973
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55,899
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The best and worst things about Radiohead is that they are obviously very popular.Though this album is innovative and original enough to include in top ten without a second thought.Favorite track:Paranoid Android
[First added to this chart: 09/13/2010]
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1997
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59,116
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A marvel among punk albums.Favorite track:The Guns of Brixton
[First added to this chart: 06/27/2011]
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1979
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28,970
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Words can't express my feelings,Every one of the tracks are remarkable.Favorite track:Time Of The Season
[First added to this chart: 09/13/2010]
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1968
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My personal favorite progressive rock band.It's hard to pick between "Red" and "In The Court Of The Crimson King",but I'd choose the latter because I quite like this album cover.Favorite track:Epitaph
[First added to this chart: 06/30/2011]
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1969
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If I want to describe this in one word;That's AWESOME!Favorite track:Reuters
[First added to this chart: 07/25/2011]
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1977
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This album is terrifying,It’s like a horror movie,but even more shocking,It actually makes you feel like playing an unscripted role.It’s not only the music, but also the various aspects of sound effects and techs.Every song creates a haunting horror atmosphere and illustrates frightening and often violent imaginations.In some ways it is a heart pounding adventure.Favorite track:Neun Arme
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Another great progressive rock album.Favorite track:Close to the Edge
[First added to this chart: 05/21/2011]
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1972
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Top 100 Greatest Music Albums composition
| Decade | Albums | % | |
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| 1930s | 0 | 0% | |
| 1940s | 0 | 0% | |
| 1950s | 0 | 0% | |
| 1960s | 15 | 15% | |
| 1970s | 28 | 28% | |
| 1980s | 18 | 18% | |
| 1990s | 18 | 18% | |
| 2000s | 20 | 20% | |
| 2010s | 1 | 1% | |
| 2020s | 0 | 0% |
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| Yes | 1 | 1% | |
| Aerosmith | 1 | 1% | |
| The Velvet Underground | 1 | 1% | |
| Robert Wyatt | 1 | 1% | |
| Modest Mouse | 1 | 1% | |
| Cocteau Twins | 1 | 1% | |
| John Coltrane | 1 | 1% | |
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46 | 46% | |
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41 | 41% | |
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3 | 3% | |
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2 | 2% | |
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1 | 1% | |
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From 
BestEverAlbums 05/26/2012 08:00 in Chart of the day (#226): By Omid
BestEverAlbums 05/26/2012 08:00 in Chart of the day (#226): By Omid“Today's chart of the day Top 100 Greatest Music Albums by Omid () 1. Fear Of A Blank Planet by Porcupine Tree (2007) 2. Electric Ladyland by The Jimi Hendrix Experience (1968) 3. The Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd (1973) 4. OK Computer by Radiohead (1997) 5. London Calling by The Clash (1979)…”
View forum post →From BestEverAlbums 11/02/2011 07:00 in Chart of the day (#23): By Omid
BestEverAlbums 11/02/2011 07:00 in Chart of the day (#23): By Omid“Today's chart of the day Top 100 Greatest Music Albums by Omid () 1. Fear Of A Blank Planet by Porcupine Tree (2007) 2. Electric Ladyland by The Jimi Hendrix Experience (1968) 3. The Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd (1973) 4. OK Computer by Radiohead (1997) 5. London Calling by The Clash (1979)…”
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nir con 10/08/2010 19:01 | #15563
Nice chart I'll give a chance to porcupine tree..sooo are you from Iran? I hope your leader will come to his senses..
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daftpunter 05/26/2012 14:22 | #43026
The basics: covered. the past: covered. the present: covered. prog rock: a favorite. Solid representation of rap, punk, indie, metal, hard rock and other genres. A great chart. Love the commentary. The last 40 deserve the same treatment as the first 60. And don't apologize for liking a popular album. Sometimes bands get good pr. Sometimes an album is just great.
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VideoKid 09/22/2010 17:23 | #15324
Taste is taste... can't contest
Your chart is good for my taste... a lot of Porcupine Tree and Radiohead.
I don't understand Minutes to Midnight at 17th position, because I think isn't a good album (1st and 2nd of LP were ok, then nothing I like), but I like the majority of your choices.
However I hope you get into metal, too.
Try with Last Fair Deal Gon Down (Katatonia's masterpiece)
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amin67 02/08/2011 06:12 | #17760
I wish not to be left alone in a desert with you, most albums are stupid, it's a bit of surprise someone with such a sentimental taste (porcupin tree the best, give me a break) wouldn't like to have some of anathema charted:D
By the way, koskhol joon! Taboe irani hasti, akhe kodum adame agheli miad tatu chart kone?!
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nrs182 06/27/2011 19:34 | #23583
nrs182 06/27/2011 19:34 | #23583
I don't know why popular is a problem. There are a lot of bands I probably would have never heard of if they weren't popular and that would be bad, really bad. Every single piece of good music should be popular for me I believe, so more people can enjoy it. Cool char by the way.
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