Best Albums of 1987
Listed below are the best albums of 1987 as calculated from their overall rankings in over 59,000 greatest album charts. (Chart last updated: 3 hours ago).
"Even better than 'London 0 Hull 4', this has, among many other upbeat pop gems, the best song about public school (it's a tie with 'The Headmaster Ritual' really) cruelty: 'Bow Down'. A must-listen." Reply
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"The album that brought Aerosmith back into the big league. Permanent vacation, is a thoroughly enjoyable rock'n'roll record. Obviously designed to be successful, it saw the band employing professional songwriters, such as Desmond Child, to work alongside them to bring a more commercial edge to th..." [+] Reply
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1987
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"The Chili's never rocked harder than this, and sounded so much fun while doing it. The chemistry between the band is amazing, and the sound is infectious (you can't help but bounce off the walls to these songs). While most bands were making cheese-metal in 1987, these guys were rocking harder and..." [+] Reply
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"Lovely pastoral pop/rock from New Zealand. Probably not as good as Fear of God, The Bats' best, still a solid second." Reply
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"To me this is brilliant but i love to listen to extended guitar solos and jamming. Satriani has an amazing command of the guitar he always sounds so in control like a jedi master with his craft. Special album from a special player. Possibly the greatest technical guitar player ever." Reply
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"Savatage found their 'sound' on this classic album. The album from start to finish is filled with screaming vocals, loud guitars, great production and melodies." Reply
"There's an obviously cobbled together feel about this album, but when so much of Jello Biafra's wit and social commentary couldn't find a place on their regular releases, it easily justifies itself as an even wilder and more eclectic ride for a band who were never too fond of convention. Highligh..." [+] Reply
"It's his best album for me" Reply
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"The Triffids are one of those Aussie bands that receive recognition in sacred circles and not the mainstream populus. 'Unmade Love' is a great track that holds up today in an underrated album." Reply
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videoheadcleaner | Helpful? (Log in to vote) | +1 votes (1 helpful | 0 unhelpful)
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"Great lyrical content and production value. How can you go wrong with P.E? I am not one of those guys who say that Old School Rap is better than what is out now. But no current rapper can hold a candle to these guys. This album was made in the late 80s and still hold up strongly. I highly recomme..." [+] Reply
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Total albums: 1,000. Page 6 of 100
Best Albums of 1987 composition
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| Various Artists | 17 | 2% | |
| The Smiths | 3 | 0% | |
| Elvis Presley | 3 | 0% | |
| Blaine L. Reininger | 3 | 0% | |
| Big Black | 3 | 0% | |
| Leonard Bernstein / New York Philharmonic | 3 | 0% | |
| Paolo Conte | 2 | 0% | |
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396 | 40% | |
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238 | 24% | |
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41 | 4% | |
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31 | 3% | |
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31 | 3% | |
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27 | 3% | |
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26 | 3% | |
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