Top 100 Greatest Music Albums by 
Fergenaprido 
After a year I've had a chance to listen to many more albums, though still not nearly enough I think. My music listening and rating god sidetracked this year by icheckmovies, but with the new year coming I got back around to it. The changes are mostly due to listening to new albums, and less to do with reevaluating previous ones.
This only includes studio albums and original film scores. EPs, musicals, and some soundtracks will show up in the decade and year charts. Singles, greatest hits, and multi-artist compilations may make it into custom charts later on. I've listened to more varied music this time 'round, including many older albums, but that diversity isn't reflected so much in my overall chart as it is in the decade charts.
I've rated all albums on this chart 80 or higher, and I've included my favourite tracks in the comments. In my decade charts the cut-off is 75 or higher, and in the year charts it is 70 or higher (and I'm only creating year charts once I've listened to at least five 70+ albums). So if you don't see something here you might suspect, check out those charts. If they're not there, chances are I haven't heard the album yet. Let me know if you think I might like something.
- Chart updated: 02/03/2013 21:33
- (Created: 02/23/2011 03:32).
- Chart size: 100 albums.
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The entries in this chart have a zero rank score because the chart has not been updated within the last ten years (points from overall charts are decayed over a ten year period).
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I was surprised this came out on top, but perhaps it's because I find it difficult to compare instrumental-only albums with the rest. This is the album I could listen to while doing literally anything: dishes, running, sex, driving, sleeping, ... anything. I think I even have it memorized. Winter; Duel; Hymn.
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First album I heard from my favourite band, this ping pongs with The Invisible Band for my favourite by them. Why Does It Always Rain on Me?; The Fear; Blue Flashing Light (hidden track in US version).
[First added to this chart: 02/22/2011]
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1999
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This will likely fall back down again after further review. Samba; Explosive; Highly Strung.
[First added to this chart: 02/24/2011]
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Not as consistent as The Man Who, but with higher peaks. The Humpty Dumpty Love Song; Pipe Dreams; The Cage.
[First added to this chart: 02/22/2011]
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2001
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A consistently lively and catchy album until the end when it turns more melancholy, but no less enjoyable. Plus, I love that he plays the drums with no sticks. What You Wish For; Rainy Day; Either Way.
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A kickass album from start to glorious finish, I love the combination of instrumentals with Róisín Murphy's vocals. You can feel the raw emotion that went into making these songs as the band was breaking up romantically and professionally. Forever More; Over & Over; Familiar Feeling.
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Enjoyable catchy tunes, the first half is better than the second, but since they're all mostly short and sweet they don't overextend their welcome. Such Great Heights; Sleeping In; Nothing Better.
[First added to this chart: 02/24/2011]
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2003
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Now known as Pilot Speed, this sophomore album is my go-to for when I need a sustained energy boost. This is the type of album I dance along to while walking down the street. Barely Listening; Don't Stare; Ambulance.
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I find this album alternates between soft campfire tunes and songs that build tension to a colourful climax. Beautiful vocals with lilting melodies. White Winter Hymnal; Blue Ridge Mountains; Ragged Wood.
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2008
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Soars above their other albums for me. I didn't recognize that they were the same band that made Silent Alarm. Rockin' beats with insightful lyrics. The Prayer; Uniform; Where Is Home?.
[First added to this chart: 02/24/2011]
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2007
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Total albums: 100. Page 1 of 10
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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 | 0 | 0% | |
| 1970s | 2 | 2% | |
| 1980s | 3 | 3% | |
| 1990s | 21 | 21% | |
| 2000s | 68 | 68% | |
| 2010s | 6 | 6% | |
| 2020s | 0 | 0% |
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| Enya | 5 | 5% | |
| Travis | 4 | 4% | |
| Guster | 4 | 4% | |
| Coldplay | 4 | 4% | |
| Belle And Sebastian | 4 | 4% | |
| Stars (CA) | 3 | 3% | |
| Arcade Fire | 3 | 3% | |
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36 | 36% | |
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25 | 25% | |
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19 | 19% | |
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8 | 8% | |
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4 | 4% | |
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Top 100 Greatest Music Albums chart changes
| Biggest climbers |
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| Up 6 from 30th to 24th We Are Pilots by Shiny Toy Guns |
| Up 5 from 64th to 59th Amarantine by Enya |
| Up 1 from 11th to 10th A Weekend In The City by Bloc Party |
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| Down 12 from 80th to 92nd The Bends by Radiohead |
| Down 12 from 81st to 93rd Eye To The Telescope by KT Tunstall |
| Down 12 from 82nd to 94th Tracy Chapman by Tracy Chapman |
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Top 100 Greatest Music Albums ratings
78/100 (from 18 votes)
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80/100  | 03/20/2025 22:21 | SomethingSpecial | | 85/100 |
75/100 | 06/29/2019 15:31 | PeterSmith | | 82/100 |
90/100 | 03/21/2016 23:19 |  exileonthehell | | 91/100 |
95/100 | 02/03/2016 19:32 | WillyMac | | 86/100 |
80/100 | 10/31/2015 15:18 |  jhuik | | 89/100 |
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75/100
From PeterSmith 06/29/2019 15:34
Drawn to your chart just because I found Danny Michel on You Tube to hear his Bowie tributes, then went to check out this site for comments on him - sadly lacking and looks like you're the only one to have him.
I like your chart but don't know most of the acts but will check in later and maybe check out some of your picks - when I get through the current wish list. Just not enough hours in the day
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95/100
From WillyMac 02/01/2016 00:02
I could tell you were Canadian (like me) right away in looking at your list - not just because of the inclusion of a number of Canadian acts. Your appreciation for Celtic influenced music is another giveaway. I am shocked at the lack of appreciation for Celtic music on BEA, and as John Ralston Saul, the husband of our former Governor-General, once wrote, Canada is more Celtic than is commonly acknowledged. Some of us, at least, seem to get it... I also want to re-iterate as mentioned in the previous comment by jhuik how you acknowledge female artists to a much greater extent than the average BEA member. You are a pluralist and open-minded Canadian and hopefully your list is influential. I know I will be listening to the albums I don't know on it. Thanks.
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80/100
From jhuik 10/31/2015 15:19
jhuik 10/31/2015 15:19
I love the love for Canada and women represented here. Some of the out-of-the-ordinary picks like Kings of Convenience and Stars genuinely need more love on this site. Some of it is not my thing, probably, but I still appreciate our commonalities and your comments.
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60/100
From BraddlesHendo 11/19/2014 15:55
A little inconsistent with some really great albums and some that are just okay. Nice seeing Enya get some love. Not sure id pick 5 In my list
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Decurso 05/11/2014 06:39
Decurso 05/11/2014 06:39
I can't really rate this as I haven't heard most of these albums. I must say though it contains the most artists I've never heard of or listened to....which is not at all a bad thing. If nothing else this is a very original list.
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60/100
From BraddlesHendo 12/07/2013 01:23
Really like your list not the usual classic album list but all of them are very good ones Thanks for Sarah McLachlan
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Necharsian 01/25/2013 22:00
Necharsian 01/25/2013 22:00
Jeepers Creepers, Bond! I used to listen to them a lot, and then completely forgot about them. I just looked on my super old ipod and sure enought they're still on there!
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70/100
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junodog4 10/17/2012 22:26
junodog4 10/17/2012 22:26
Nice to see something different... Can't say I know Bond. What's the deal?
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80/100
From daftpunter 12/17/2011 16:47
I like the chart. I don't agree with it, but it's consistent. Dissing the decades through the 80's (sans Rumours) is a major concern, or I truly feel happy for you. If you've dismissed the decades that's not good. If you've yet to truly delve into some great music from the past you're in for some great revelations. Just as I am in for real treats with some newer music. My problem with some of the newer stuff is a lack of song structure. Simply put, the songs are technically wonderful but they lack feel. In the past Rock was built on the Blues, R&B and Gospel. Now it's built on Radiohead, Pink Floyd and The Cure. Also, the way albums are recorded sucks. A sixteen track recording still required some feel. A live element. Today's music is disjointed. Parts fit together to fit form a whole. Sorry to go on a diatribe on your list forum, it just seems your list opened up a can of worms. By the way...that's good!
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70/100
From Johnnyo 12/05/2011 12:13
Although you & I don't really share the same taste in music I really rather like your chart. Enough in there that I know or am aware of to make me want to listen to some of the other stuff here.
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