Top 100 Music Albums of the 1970s
by mrmcrook 
The 70's was a fucking fantastic era for music. Laden with legendary bands and musicians.
I realize my chart has a few compilations and many people believe compilations shouldn't count. I have only included compilations from bands that have great music but I've failed to find a studio album from them which is worthy of a top 100 list.
Any footnotes are just personal ramblings for my own entertainment.
And to remind me of the joy the music brings before all memory is erased.
My top 100 from 208 albums from the 70's I own
- Chart updated: 44 hours ago
- (Created: 09/27/2020 00:39).
- Chart size: 100 albums.
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98.20* This was the album a mate lent to me when it came out that introduced me to the musical leanings and way of life I was to become. Once heard, there was no turning back. Hooked forever into the world of hard rock and metal. It has held a place in my heart ever since hence will always remain a favorite. I've never gotten sick of it and love it every time I listen to it.
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1979
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98.00* Best album of AC/DC (along with Highway to Hell). One of the greatest up tempo rock & roll albums of all time. This is when they were at there absolute prime. All killer, no filler. It really is one of the most under rated albums of all time.
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1978
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93.33 Top notch rock & roll. This is a fucking fantastic album. Holds a dear place in my heart
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1975
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90.87* Bon Scott era AC/DC in my opinion epitomizes the ultimate rock and roll band. Title track being one of the greatest ever rock songs. Fine mix of rock, blues and boogie and brilliant from start to finish.
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1977
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80.00 Great album but probably the weakest in the Bon Scott arsenal (we wont count the Australian version of High Voltage). Even on saying that it's still better and stronger than the vast majority of rock albums put out. Personal note; "Ain't no fun" is my pick for favorite AC/DC song
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1976
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Top 100 Music Albums of the 1970s composition
| Year | Albums | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 15 | 15% | |
| 1971 | 12 | 12% | |
| 1972 | 7 | 7% | |
| 1973 | 12 | 12% | |
| 1974 | 6 | 6% | |
| 1975 | 8 | 8% | |
| 1976 | 7 | 7% | |
| 1977 | 9 | 9% | |
| 1978 | 12 | 12% | |
| 1979 | 12 | 12% |
| Artist | Albums | % | |
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| Pink Floyd | 7 | 7% | |
| Led Zeppelin | 6 | 6% | |
| AC/DC | 5 | 5% | |
| Black Sabbath | 4 | 4% | |
| UFO | 4 | 4% | |
| Alice Cooper | 4 | 4% | |
| Mike Oldfield | 3 | 3% | |
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