Top 100 Greatest Music Albums by alansarchives Unknown

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"The band's 'humanitarian' record, this is an often angry record featuring Mark Knopfler as 1980s protest singer, with fine melodies and some wittily observant lyrics." Highlight: the 14 minute long sigh that is 'Telegraph Road'(Read more of this review at Alan's Album Archives - see my profile page for more) [First added to this chart: 11/08/2011]
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1982
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"There will never be another record like this one - special guest stars all contribute their unique skills to this highly personal choral-like album about loss and redemption." Highlight: the beauty and poise of 'Laughing' and the sheer unbridled anger of 'What Are Their Names?'(Read more of this review at Alan's Album Archives - see my profile page for more) [First added to this chart: 11/08/2011]
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1971
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"Worth owning for the 23-minute masterpiece 'Echoes' alone, even this album's lesser moments have a cheeky charm other Floyd albums would give their left cows-hoof or right tea-cup to include." Highlight: Echoes, the greatest Floyd moment among many in their canon.(Read more of this review at Alan's Album Archives - see my profile page for more) [First added to this chart: 11/08/2011]
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1971
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"An album that takes you beyond the stars, celebrating the optimism 40 years when man landed on the moon and wondering where we could go next. Classic Moodies!" Highlight: the stunningly gorgeous 'Eyes Of A Child Part One'. (Read more of this review at Alan's Album Archives - see my profile page for more) [First added to this chart: 11/08/2011]
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1969
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"Lesser known Cat Stevens album finds artist at his most personal, intimate and engaging, with a stronger production than normal which really suits this thoughtful album." Highlight: the groupie song 'Sun/C79' where a hotel number sounds like the most importantb thing in the galaxy.(Read more of this review at Alan's Album Archives - see my profile page for more) [First added to this chart: 11/08/2011]
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1974
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"Put a great Otis Redding album on and the room seems to light up, with your speakers all but waltzing across the floor with you. This is one of the very best." Highlight: that cover of 'Satisfaction', which comes within a soupcon of topping the Stones' original.(Read more of this review at Alan's Album Archives - see my profile page for more) [First added to this chart: 11/08/2011]
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1965
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I've only just discovered this album and I'm amazed more peoplke don't know of it: a whole concept albulm full of songs about the disgraceful treatment of the American Indians with Cash on sterling form. Highlight: Johnny's sneering dismissal of colonialism on 'Custer' (because the 'general he don't ride well any more'). [First added to this chart: 11/08/2011]
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1964
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"Viva la Revolution! The Monkees deliver their best record by kicking out their management and making records on their own. Practically every note of this album is played by them - and it sounds great!" Highlight: 'Shades Of Grey', the most grown-up Monkees moment that finally gives Peter Tork a chance to shine.(Read more of this review at Alan's Album Archives - see my profile page for more) [First added to this chart: 11/08/2011]
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1967
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"Janis Joplin at her best, just 'one of the boys' here but still able to channel 25 years' worth of raw passion into performances so alive it's hard to believe she's been dead for nearly 40 years." Highlight: 'Combination Of The Two', a thilling roller-coaster ride through hard rocking psychedelia.(Read more of this review at Alan's Album Archives - see my profile page for more) [First added to this chart: 11/08/2011]
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1968
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"The new-look Hollies, with new Swedish singer in tow, finally produce the dreamy acoustic masterpiece they'd long been on the verge of making. The harmonies are splendiforous and the writing perfect." Highlight: the title track, wistful and perfectly sung.(Read more of this review at Alan's Album Archives - see my profile page for more) [First added to this chart: 11/08/2011]
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1972
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Top 100 Greatest Music Albums composition

Decade Albums %


1930s 0 0%
1940s 0 0%
1950s 0 0%
1960s 35 35%
1970s 38 38%
1980s 16 16%
1990s 8 8%
2000s 3 3%
2010s 0 0%
2020s 0 0%
Artist Albums %


The Beatles 5 5%
Paul Simon 4 4%
The Who 4 4%
The Hollies 4 4%
10cc 3 3%
The Beach Boys 3 3%
Grateful Dead 3 3%
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Country Albums %


United Kingdom 56 56%
United States 31 31%
Mixed Nationality 6 6%
Canada 4 4%
Ireland 1 1%
Sweden 1 1%
Japan 1 1%
Compilation? Albums %
No 96 96%
Yes 4 4%
Live? Albums %
No 98 98%
Yes 2 2%
Soundtrack? Albums %
No 98 98%
Yes 2 2%

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85/100 (from 24 votes)
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From 10/24/2012 16:14
Very good!
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From 08/08/2012 17:44
Even though we only have a handful of albums in common, I like how you describe them, especially the top 10.
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From 07/14/2012 22:39
Many thanks for your comment, I'm glad you like it and yes, "Long, Long, Long" is easily one of The Beatles' best songs!

I have seen your chart a couple of times before, but I'm very curious to know how "Trans" is compared to other Neil Young albums. I've only heard very few of his albums.
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From 05/17/2012 21:28
1 album in common....lol
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From 04/06/2012 03:32
Really cool chart! Neil Young's Trans is woefully ignored by most. Well done!
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From 03/29/2012 13:59
Xavygravy: I totally agree, 'I Went To Sleep' would be the best thing on the album if it weren't for the 'Smile' pair, which do indeed sound out of place here. Pleased to hear of another fan who understand the Beach Boys 'magic'!
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From 03/24/2012 23:21
Xavygravy: I love 'Friends', I so wish it was better known! I've always been so impressed by how together Brian Wilson is on that album, despite all his troubles. Did you get it on the two-fer-one Cd with '20/20'? That's quite a strong album too!
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From 03/21/2012 21:29
Thanks for commenting on my chart alan :0). I like yours too. Looks like a real music lovers one. If only i could get around to reviewing all the albums on mine too. I'm particularly keen to see love for Tigermilk, Sunflower, and Super Furry Animals if only half love for the latter :0D.
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From 02/29/2012 01:54
Excellent chart and reviews, with some albums that will be on my list when I get round to incresing the number from 40 and some others that I need to check out; the Searchers for instance. Thanks for your positive comments on my chart. Arthur is the one Kinks album I don't actually own. When I finally get hold of it I will be able to judge whether it is better than Village Green!
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From 01/30/2012 23:17
nrs182:I honestly don't like 'Pet Sounds' 'Graceland' 'Brothers In Arms' or 'Abbey Road' that much: for me all three are highly over-rated, aren't that original or pioneering and have dated really badly compared to the gems in the artists' catalogue (like 'Smile' 'Hearts and Bones' 'Love Over Gold' etc). I'd hate to think I had to like certain albums just because everyone else does. Thanks for the comments and ratings though and glad to have found another Monkees collector!
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