Best Albums of 1959

Listed below are the best albums of 1959 as calculated from their overall rankings in over 58,000 greatest album charts. (Chart last updated: 2 hours ago).
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1959 year summaryThe best artists of 1959 were Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, Dave Brubeck, The Dave Brubeck Quartet, Ornette Coleman, Chuck Berry, Nina Simone, Ray Charles, Howlin' Wolf and Marty Robbins.
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"Easy to see why Arcade Fire were inspired by this film while writing the songs for Reflektor. This soundtrack is mesmerizing, perfectly weaving in with the film, an incredible expression of the Greek myth/legend that inspired more operas than any other."  Reply
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"A perfect dance album from the incredible string of 10 five-star LPs that Sinatra made since 1954. In just 6 years. Beginning with "Songs for Young Lovers!" (including Come Fly With Me, Only the Lonely, In The Wee Small Hours, Nice and Easy). An essential part of the history of the great Amerian ..."  [+]  Reply
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"While Summertime is timeless, I didn't really fall in love with it. I think with most things like this (Opera/Musical) you have to experience it live, not just listening to a recording. If you've fallen in love with it live, you'll love the recording. The score I'm giving is strictly on the recor..."  [+]  Reply
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