Top 50 Greatest Music Albums
by NMHohyeah 
- Chart updated: 07/23/2013 20:11
- (Created: 01/09/2013 12:34).
- Chart size: 50 albums.
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The guitar,the lyrics, it is all so perfect. It is the greatest album ever written.
[First added to this chart: 01/09/2013]
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1998
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Yeah, this might not be the most original choice. It is such a classic for a reason though. Truly a masterpiece.
[First added to this chart: 01/09/2013]
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1997
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59,098
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This album hits your from the opening chords of Everything In Its Right Place all the way through. How to Disappear Completely is one of the most hauntingly beautiful songs I have ever heard. The album is an experience that captures you with every note and you can't steer away.
[First added to this chart: 01/09/2013]
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2000
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38,533
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Funeral is THEY indie rock album. It is a modern classic.
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2004
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31,619
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Even though serious songs on this album, such as There is a Light That Never Goes Out is a little silly. Other songs like Bigmouth Strikes Again or Some Girls are Bigger Than Others just makes you laugh. There is an obvious sense of humor on this album but should still be taken very seriously.
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1986
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31,272
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Sufjan's voice is gentle, and is shows on the slower songs more than anything. But his voice is still able to handle more epic tracks with great production and scale.
[First added to this chart: 04/28/2013]
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2005
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19,129
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Usually The Dark Side of the Moon is considered the top Pink Floyd album, but The Wall has much more meaning and emotional impact. Oh yeah, and the music isn't too bad either.
[First added to this chart: 01/09/2013]
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1979
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23,385
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1997
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12,326
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[First added to this chart: 04/28/2013]
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1968
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35,092
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[First added to this chart: 01/11/2013]
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1966
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36,297
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Top 50 Greatest Music Albums composition
| Decade | Albums | % | |
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| 1930s | 0 | 0% | |
| 1940s | 0 | 0% | |
| 1950s | 0 | 0% | |
| 1960s | 14 | 28% | |
| 1970s | 10 | 20% | |
| 1980s | 4 | 8% | |
| 1990s | 8 | 16% | |
| 2000s | 14 | 28% | |
| 2010s | 0 | 0% | |
| 2020s | 0 | 0% |
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| The Beatles | 6 | 12% | |
| Radiohead | 5 | 10% | |
| Led Zeppelin | 3 | 6% | |
| Pink Floyd | 3 | 6% | |
| Bob Dylan | 2 | 4% | |
| Animal Collective | 2 | 4% | |
| Arcade Fire | 2 | 4% | |
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BestEverAlbums 07/06/2014 08:00 in Chart of the day (#992): By NMHohyeah
BestEverAlbums 07/06/2014 08:00 in Chart of the day (#992): By NMHohyeah“Today's chart of the day Top 50 Greatest Music Albums by NMHohyeah () 1. In The Aeroplane Over The Sea by Neutral Milk Hotel (1998) 2. OK Computer by Radiohead (1997) 3. Kid A by Radiohead (2000) 4. Funeral by Arcade Fire (2004) 5. The Queen Is Dead by The Smiths (1986) 6. Illinois by Sufjan…”
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drakonium 05/17/2013 14:07 | #76365
drakonium 05/17/2013 14:07 | #76365
Thanks for your comment :D
You have a nice selection of old and recent rock, from Joy Divison and The Doors to The Flaming Lips and The Antlers, and I love most albums here. It's just that there is literally no surprises. Nearly every single of these albums are in the top 500. This makes your chart not very entertaining.
However, like I said, you like a very broad spectrum of genres (within rock) and if you listen to more music, you'll probably have a much more interesting chart. I'll keep an eye on this ;-)
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Space-Dementia 12/04/2015 23:43 | #153919
Space-Dementia 12/04/2015 23:43 | #153919
Dude awesome list! The top four were fantastic. We have 31 in common and your chart is only 50 albums. I can't even imagine once you get it to 100.
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meruizh 03/02/2013 18:58 | #66756
meruizh 03/02/2013 18:58 | #66756
Great album chart! You could put more original albums, which are not that common in album chart. Make your chart unique. But of course classics must be there
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FlorianJones 11/23/2014 06:46 | #127755
FlorianJones 11/23/2014 06:46 | #127755
Good mix of each decade, keeps the list interesting. Lots of stuff I'd expect with a few surprises. Seems personal, but still accessible. Basically, a really good chart.
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Jasonconfused TOP 100 COMMENTER 05/01/2013 06:04 | #74894
Jasonconfused TOP 100 COMMENTER 05/01/2013 06:04 | #74894
Your top ten is full of albums that I honestly just don't understand. Still, I'm really interested in seeing your chart when it expands to 100.
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