Top 100 Greatest Music Albums
by Kurtco 
Honorable mentions:
- Arcade Fire - Funeral
- The Beatles - Abbey Road
- Bob Dylan - Bringing It All Back Home
- Bob Marley & The Wailers - Exodus
- Burial - Untrue
- CAN - Ege Bamyasi
- Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band - Trout Mask Replica
- Charles Mingus - The Black Saint And The Skinner Lady
- David Bowie - Low
- Dr. Dre - The Chronic
- Eminem - The Marshall Mathers LP
- Eric B. & Rakim - Paid In Full
- Frank Ocean - Blonde
- The Jimi Hendrix Experience - Are You Experienced ?
- Kanye West - My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
- Kany West & Kid Cudi - Kids See Ghosts
- Kendrick Lamar - Good Kid, m.A.A.d City
- Led Zeppelin - Led Zeppelin IV
- Miles Davis - In A Silent Way
- Nirvana - Nevermind
- Pink Floyd - Animals
- Portishead - Dummy
- Raekwon - Only Built 4 Cuban Linx...
- Tyler, The Creator - Flower Boy
- The Who - Who's Next ?
- Chart updated: 03/01/2019 22:15
- (Created: 01/20/2019 17:12).
- Chart size: 100 albums.
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Progressive Rock
Pink Floyd is one of the bands that has brought the most to music ... They are pillars of Progressive Rock, space rock and blues rock. This inescapable group is the author of many musical masterpieces such as "Animal", "Wish You Were Here" or "The Dark Side Of The Moon" (For me, "The Wall" is not an excellent album). But the best of all these albums is "Wish You Were Here". This album is much more ambitious and successful than "The Dark Side Of The Moon", which is a bit overrated. The album is amazing, although it was recorded in difficult conditions for the band, Pink Floyd has managed to do even better than on the previous album, "The Dark Side Of The Moon". The melodies are perfect, the solos of Gilmour are magical and the experimental sounds are really revolutionary for the time. I love this album !!! All the songs are beautiful, this album is one of the greatest classics of all time. Very good job of Pink Floyd !
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Best track: "Shine On Your Crazy Diamonds, Pts. 1-5" [First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
Pink Floyd is one of the bands that has brought the most to music ... They are pillars of Progressive Rock, space rock and blues rock. This inescapable group is the author of many musical masterpieces such as "Animal", "Wish You Were Here" or "The Dark Side Of The Moon" (For me, "The Wall" is not an excellent album). But the best of all these albums is "Wish You Were Here". This album is much more ambitious and successful than "The Dark Side Of The Moon", which is a bit overrated. The album is amazing, although it was recorded in difficult conditions for the band, Pink Floyd has managed to do even better than on the previous album, "The Dark Side Of The Moon". The melodies are perfect, the solos of Gilmour are magical and the experimental sounds are really revolutionary for the time. I love this album !!! All the songs are beautiful, this album is one of the greatest classics of all time. Very good job of Pink Floyd !
10/10
Best track: "Shine On Your Crazy Diamonds, Pts. 1-5" [First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
Year of Release:
1975
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Jazz Fusion, Avant-Garde Jazz
This album is a jewel, a killing, an absolute masterpiece, an extremely important record for me, and one of the most essential, major records in the history of music, and, in particular, in jazz. "Bitches Brew", this Brouet of Sluts, is an album simply hypnotic, essential, grandiose, an album absolutely unbeatable, as well at Miles (except "Kind Of Blue" which is the best album of all time) that among the other jazzmen. An album that will sell by thousands of copies, and will be variously welcomed: purists will say that this is not true jazz, and young people will appreciate this mix of cultures making them discover a new way to listen to rock. On arrival, a perfect record, huge, monstrous, grrrreat.
10/10
Best track: "Pharaoh's Dance" [First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
This album is a jewel, a killing, an absolute masterpiece, an extremely important record for me, and one of the most essential, major records in the history of music, and, in particular, in jazz. "Bitches Brew", this Brouet of Sluts, is an album simply hypnotic, essential, grandiose, an album absolutely unbeatable, as well at Miles (except "Kind Of Blue" which is the best album of all time) that among the other jazzmen. An album that will sell by thousands of copies, and will be variously welcomed: purists will say that this is not true jazz, and young people will appreciate this mix of cultures making them discover a new way to listen to rock. On arrival, a perfect record, huge, monstrous, grrrreat.
10/10
Best track: "Pharaoh's Dance" [First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
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1970
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Glam Rock, Pop Rock
David Bowie is a genius. I know it's not very original to say that, but he's really a music genius. "The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust" is surely Bowie's album that gave me the biggest slap. This album is at the origin of the myth Bowie and its emblematic character: Ziggy Stardust. This album tells the story of Ziggy, a bisexual star from the future. This record has a huge influence in the history of rock ... I'm a fan of David Bowie and this album will remain for me his best with "Hunky Dory". But do not forget, for this album: "TO BE PLAYED AT MAXIMUM VOLUME".
10/10
Best track: "Ziggy Stardust" [First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
David Bowie is a genius. I know it's not very original to say that, but he's really a music genius. "The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust" is surely Bowie's album that gave me the biggest slap. This album is at the origin of the myth Bowie and its emblematic character: Ziggy Stardust. This album tells the story of Ziggy, a bisexual star from the future. This record has a huge influence in the history of rock ... I'm a fan of David Bowie and this album will remain for me his best with "Hunky Dory". But do not forget, for this album: "TO BE PLAYED AT MAXIMUM VOLUME".
10/10
Best track: "Ziggy Stardust" [First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
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1972
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Punk Rock
London Calling is, I think, one of the 10 most important rock albums in history. This record is alive and still so fantastic today. The sound of "London Calling" is a perfect blend of punk power and pop sweetness. The album opens on the very cult song, "London Calling". In this album there is no waste: all the songs are perfect in melody and the lyrics are exceptional. The album is really the synthesis of Rock'N'Roll: it mixes rockab ', punk songs that call for riot, reggae rock, pop ... Although the Clash is not actually a punk/hardcore band, I consider them as one of the best punk rock bands in history.
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Best track: "London Calling" [First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
London Calling is, I think, one of the 10 most important rock albums in history. This record is alive and still so fantastic today. The sound of "London Calling" is a perfect blend of punk power and pop sweetness. The album opens on the very cult song, "London Calling". In this album there is no waste: all the songs are perfect in melody and the lyrics are exceptional. The album is really the synthesis of Rock'N'Roll: it mixes rockab ', punk songs that call for riot, reggae rock, pop ... Although the Clash is not actually a punk/hardcore band, I consider them as one of the best punk rock bands in history.
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Best track: "London Calling" [First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
Year of Release:
1979
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[First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
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1975
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20,786
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[First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
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1970
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[First added to this chart: 02/10/2019]
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1973
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11,719
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1979
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[First added to this chart: 02/10/2019]
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1970
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[First added to this chart: 01/21/2019]
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1971
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Top 100 Greatest Music Albums composition
| Decade | Albums | % | |
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| 1930s | 0 | 0% | |
| 1940s | 0 | 0% | |
| 1950s | 1 | 1% | |
| 1960s | 16 | 16% | |
| 1970s | 24 | 24% | |
| 1980s | 13 | 13% | |
| 1990s | 25 | 25% | |
| 2000s | 14 | 14% | |
| 2010s | 7 | 7% | |
| 2020s | 0 | 0% |
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| Radiohead | 3 | 3% | |
| Bob Dylan | 3 | 3% | |
| Björk | 2 | 2% | |
| The Beatles | 2 | 2% | |
| David Bowie | 2 | 2% | |
| Miles Davis | 2 | 2% | |
| Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds | 2 | 2% | |
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54 | 54% | |
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27 | 27% | |
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4 | 4% | |
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From ForegroundNoise 11/07/2022 09:49 | #291118
ForegroundNoise 11/07/2022 09:49 | #291118
This chart is perfectly presented, especially for the first 30 entries. It's clear how deeply you adore these albums and your enthusiasm is infectious. Looks like you haven't touched this in a few years, would love to see how your opinion on these records has changed since 2019!
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From Larcx13 06/29/2020 15:01 | #254744
Larcx13 06/29/2020 15:01 | #254744
Amazing list!!
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From emptysquares 06/24/2019 17:21 | #238188
Great chart, thoughtful comments.
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gidgidi 06/16/2019 22:52 | #237656
gidgidi 06/16/2019 22:52 | #237656
Detailed, original, and interesting picks, great taste in music, this chart is perfect!
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From PeterSmith 06/16/2019 22:16 | #237655
I like your chart. Love people finding Ziggy saw impressive so long after its release and glad that it isn't just a moment in time. Just found RATM recently and it blew me away.
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DommeDamian 03/17/2019 08:30 | #233683
DommeDamian 03/17/2019 08:30 | #233683
Why. Have. I. Not. Discovered. This. Classy. Ass. Chart. Until. Now???
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Paule 03/03/2019 22:53 | #232988
Paule 03/03/2019 22:53 | #232988
Undeniably a great, classic chart! Maybe add one album that is a bit more out of left field and personal ;)
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ffudnebbuh 02/22/2019 14:14 | #232368
ffudnebbuh 02/22/2019 14:14 | #232368
We have similar tastes. really like the variety...great chart.
I am surprised that everyone still appreciate the "velvet underground and nico" album.. That came out when I was in 7th grade..so great. never gets old. Came out during the 'summer of love' with 'are you experienced" (may 31st), "sgt pepper"(june 1st) and "surrealistic pillow". amazing
summer for music. and then there was all of the singles being released on AM radio..every day was something new. I can't explain it..I was lucky to have been a kid then.
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RoundTheBend 02/09/2019 18:17 | #231656
RoundTheBend 02/09/2019 18:17 | #231656
Amazing top 10, even if I'd keep the same artist and swap another album of theirs. Well balanced and fine choices. 29 artists in common.
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Strangel 01/27/2019 08:58 | #230757
Strangel 01/27/2019 08:58 | #230757
This strikes me as a very well thought out objective Greatest Albums chart. You have found 3 albums outside the top 500 on this site and all of those three are inside the top 1000. Do you have some less acclaimed favourites that you believe warrant being in the company of some of these classics? I reckon music appreciation is largely a subjective experience. The objective stuff is important in assessing the best of the best, of course, but surely you have more outliers beyond the top 500 that warrant a call out.
Nonetheless I agree with many of your choices. It’s good to see you have an appreciation for the Icelandic beauty of Sigur Ros and Björk amongst the acclaimed classics.
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| Best Artists of the 2010s | |
|---|---|
| 1. Kendrick Lamar | |
| 2. Kanye West | |
| 3. Tame Impala | |
| 4. Arcade Fire | |
| 5. Beach House | |
| 6. Frank Ocean | |
| 7. Sufjan Stevens | |
| 8. The National | |
| 9. Radiohead | |
| 10. Nick Cave | |
| 11. Lana Del Rey | |
| 12. Vampire Weekend | |
| 13. David Bowie | |
| 14. Car Seat Headrest | |
| 15. Bon Iver | |
| 16. The War On Drugs | |
| 17. Death Grips | |
| 18. Arctic Monkeys | |
| 19. Tyler, The Creator | |
| 20. Swans |
