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Rolling Stone 500

Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time (2020) — every one.

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  1. Marvin Gaye
    What's Going On
    Marvin Gaye's 1971 concept album — a soulful protest against war, poverty, and injustice, it remains one of the most influential records in R&B and popular music.
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  2. The Beach Boys
    Pet Sounds
    The Beach Boys' 1966 masterpiece — a groundbreaking fusion of pop, orchestration, and emotional depth, widely regarded as one of the most influential albums in rock history.
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  3. Joni Mitchell
    Blue
    Joni Mitchell's 1971 masterpiece — a raw, confessional folk-rock landmark that redefined singer-songwriter intimacy and remains a defining album of the 1970s.
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  4. Stevie Wonder
    Songs in the Key of Life
    Stevie Wonder's 1976 magnum opus — a genre-defining fusion of soul, jazz, and pop, born from personal transformation and artistic mastery, it remains one of the most celebrated albums of the 20th century.
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  5. The Beatles
    Abbey Road
    The Beatles' 1969 swan song — recorded last, home to the iconic Side 2 medley and 'Come Together'.
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  6. Nirvana
    Nevermind
    Nirvana's 1991 breakthrough — a defining grunge record that exploded into global fame, capturing raw emotion and sonic intensity during a pivotal moment in rock history.
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  7. Fleetwood Mac
    Rumours
    Fleetwood Mac's 1977 blockbuster — born from the band's own romantic turmoil, it became one of the best-selling albums of all time.
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  8. Prince and the Revolution
    Purple Rain
    A landmark fusion of rock, funk, and soul from 1984, blending raw emotion and studio innovation in a sound that defined a decade and anchored a film.
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  9. Bob Dylan
    Blood on the Tracks
    Bob Dylan's 1975 masterpiece — a raw, confessional folk-rock record born from personal turmoil, it stands as one of his most emotionally resonant and enduring works.
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  10. Lauryn Hill
    The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
    Lauryn Hill's 1998 debut album — a soulful, introspective masterpiece blending R&B, hip-hop, and gospel, it won five Grammys and became a cultural landmark of the late '90s.
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  11. The Beatles
    Revolver
    The Beatles' 1966 avant-garde masterpiece — a radical leap in studio experimentation, featuring innovative production, tape loops, and Eastern instrumentation, marking a turning point in rock's artistic evolution.
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  12. Michael Jackson
    Thriller
    Michael Jackson's 1982 album Thriller blends funk, soul, and pop with meticulous production, marking a definitive moment in modern music.
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  13. Aretha Franklin
    I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You
    Aretha Franklin's 1967 breakthrough — her first major-label album for Atlantic, it launched her into superstardom with raw, soulful power and iconic tracks like 'Respect' and 'I Never Loved A Man'.
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  14. The Rolling Stones
    Exile on Main Street
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  15. Public Enemy
    It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back
    Public Enemy's 1988 revolutionary hip-hop manifesto — a sonic and political landmark that redefined the genre with its aggressive production, layered samples, and unflinching social commentary.
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  16. The Clash
    London Calling
    The Clash's 1979 post-punk landmark — a genre-defying fusion of punk, reggae, rockabilly, and jazz, it's widely regarded as one of the greatest rock albums of all time.
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  17. Kanye West
    My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
    Kanye West's 2010 opus — a grand, orchestral hip-hop statement blending ego, myth, and American excess, widely hailed as a modern masterpiece.
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  18. Bob Dylan
    Highway 61 Revisited
    Bob Dylan's 1965 landmark — a raw, electric rebirth that fused blues, rock, and poetic fury, defining the era's countercultural spirit.
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  19. Kendrick Lamar
    To Pimp a Butterfly
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  20. Radiohead
    Kid A
    Radiohead's 2000 avant-garde pivot — a genre-defying fusion of electronic textures and rock, it redefined modern album artistry and became a landmark of 21st-century experimental music.
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  21. Bruce Springsteen
    Born to Run
    Bruce Springsteen's 1975 breakthrough — a cinematic rock epic born from New Jersey's working-class dreams, it cemented his mythos and became a defining album of the 1970s.
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  22. The Notorious B.I.G.
    Ready to Die
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  23. The Velvet Underground
    The Velvet Underground and Nico
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  24. The Beatles
    Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
    The Beatles' 1967 landmark — a concept album that redefined rock's artistic potential, blending studio innovation with psychedelic pop and orchestral flair.
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  25. Carole King
    Tapestry
    Carole King's 1971 masterpiece — a confessional folk-pop landmark that defined the singer-songwriter era and remains a touchstone of emotional authenticity in popular music.
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  26. Patti Smith
    Horses
    Patti Smith's 1975 debut — a raw, poetic punk-rock landmark that fused poetry and rock, defining the post-punk era and becoming a foundational text of American alternative music.
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  27. Wu-Tang Clan
    Enter the Wu-Tang(36 Chambers)
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  28. D'Angelo
    Voodoo
    D'Angelo's 2000 neo-soul masterpiece — a lush, genre-defying fusion of funk, soul, and jazz, born from a deep personal and artistic rebirth.
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  29. The Beatles
    White Album
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  30. Jimi Hendrix
    Are You Experienced
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  31. Miles Davis
    Kind of Blue
    Miles Davis' 1959 jazz landmark — a modal masterpiece that redefined cool jazz and remains one of the most influential albums in music history.
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  32. Beyoncé
    Lemonade
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  33. Amy Winehouse
    Back to Black
    A stark, emotionally raw soul album rooted in British R&B and 1960s girl group influences, released in 2006 and defined by Winehouse’s distinctive vocal phrasing and lyrical honesty.
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  34. Stevie Wonder
    Innervisions
    Stevie Wonder's 1973 masterpiece — a soulful, socially conscious landmark blending jazz, funk, and gospel, it won multiple Grammys and remains a defining work of the era.
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  35. The Beatles
    Rubber Soul
    The Beatles' 1965 evolution from pop to psychedelic rock — a landmark album blending folk influences, lyrical maturity, and studio innovation, marking their artistic leap beyond early hits.
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  36. Michael Jackson
    Off the Wall
    Off The Wall is Michael Jackson's 1979 album, released in the US on Epic Records, blending funk, soul, pop, disco, boogie, and ballad styles.
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  37. Dr. Dre
    The Chronic
    A defining West Coast hip-hop album that shaped the G-funk sound and solidified Dr. Dre’s influence in the early '90s.
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  38. Bob Dylan
    Blonde on Blonde
    Bob Dylan's 1966 double album — a landmark of American rock, blending poetic lyricism with electric blues and Nashville soul, recorded during his legendary transition from folk to rock.
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  39. Talking Heads
    Remain in Light
    A pivotal 1980 fusion of rock, African rhythms, and electronic experimentation that redefined new wave's sonic boundaries.
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  40. David Bowie
    The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars
    David Bowie's 1972 glam rock masterpiece — a concept album that launched his iconic Ziggy Stardust persona, blending theatrical rock with existential storytelling.
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  41. The Rolling Stones
    Let It Bleed
    The Rolling Stones' 1969 dark masterpiece — a raw, blues-drenched farewell to the 1960s, blending gritty rock, soul, and gospel with unmatched emotional intensity.
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  42. Radiohead
    OK Computer
    The band that rewired the future of rock—this is the record where synth drones and existential dread bleed into a chorus so big it swallows the listener whole.
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  43. A Tribe Called Quest
    The Low End Theory
    A definitive 1991 boom bap classic that redefined jazz-inflected hip-hop with lyrical precision, intricate production, and a cool, deliberate groove.
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  44. Nas
    Illmatic
    A foundational boom bap album from 1994, Illmatic blends jazz-inflected production with unflinching narrative rap, establishing Nas as a defining voice in East Coast hip hop.
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  45. Prince
    Sign O' the Times
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  46. Paul Simon
    Graceland
    Paul Simon's 1986 global fusion masterpiece — blending African rhythms, American folk, and spiritual introspection, it became a landmark in world music and a cultural touchstone of the 1980s.
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  47. Ramones
    Ramones
    The Ramones' 1976 debut — a raw, fast-paced punk manifesto that defined the genre's sound and attitude, recorded in a single session at Plaza Sound.
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  48. Bob Marley and the Wailers
    Legend
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  49. OutKast
    Aquemini
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  50. Jay-Z
    The Blueprint
    A definitive 2001 hip-hop classic that solidified Jay-Z’s status as a lyrical architect, blending intricate wordplay with soulful production and setting a new standard for East Coast rap.
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  51. Chuck Berry
    The Great Twenty-Eight
    The Great Twenty-Eight is Chuck Berry's 1982 rock and roll album released in the US on Chess Records.
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  52. David Bowie
    Station to Station
    David Bowie's 1976 sci-fi soul odyssey — a pivotal album in his 'Berlin Trilogy', blending funk, art rock, and existential themes, recorded during a transformative period in his career.
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  53. Jimi Hendrix
    Electric Ladyland
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  54. James Brown
    Star Time
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  55. Pink Floyd
    The Dark Side of the Moon
    Pink Floyd's 1973 conceptual masterpiece — a landmark in progressive rock, exploring themes of time, mental illness, and greed, it became one of the most iconic and enduring albums in rock history.
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  56. Liz Phair
    Exile in Guyville
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  57. The Band
    The Band
    The Band's 1969 self-titled debut — a foundational work in Americana and roots rock, blending country, blues, and folk with a raw, cinematic edge.
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  58. Led Zeppelin
    Led Zeppelin IV
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  59. Stevie Wonder
    Talking Book
    Stevie Wonder's 1972 landmark — a genre-defining fusion of soul, funk, and jazz, featuring 'Superstition' and 'You Are the Sunshine of My Life'.
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  60. Van Morrison
    Astral Weeks
    Van Morrison's 1968 jazz-tinged folk rock masterpiece — a poetic, improvisational journey recorded in just a few days, it's hailed as one of the most profound albums in rock history.
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  61. Eric B. and Rakim
    Paid in Full
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  62. Guns N' Roses
    Appetite for Destruction
    Guns N' Roses' explosive 1987 debut — a raw, defiant fusion of hard rock and punk energy that defined a generation and became a cultural landmark.
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  63. Steely Dan
    Aja
    Aja is Steely Dan's 1977 jazz-rock album, released in the US on ABC Records.
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  64. OutKast
    Stankonia
    OutKast's 2000 genre-defying fusion of Southern hip-hop, funk, and soul — a critical and commercial triumph that redefined modern rap with its bold sonic experimentation and lyrical depth.
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  65. James Brown
    Live at the Apollo
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  66. John Coltrane
    A Love Supreme
    A deeply spiritual and structurally ambitious work from 1965, A Love Supreme stands as a landmark in post-bop and modal jazz, defined by Coltrane’s intense improvisational focus and profound thematic cohesion.
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  67. Jay-Z
    Reasonable Doubt
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  68. Kate Bush
    Hounds of Love
    Kate Bush's 1985 masterpiece — a visionary blend of art rock, electronic experimentation, and poetic storytelling, featuring the iconic 'Running Up That Hill'.
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  69. Alanis Morissette
    Jagged Little Pill
    Alanis Morissette's 1995 breakthrough — a raw, confessional alt-rock masterpiece that defined a generation's angst and became a global phenomenon.
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  70. N.W.A
    Straight Outta Compton
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  71. Bob Marley and the Wailers
    Exodus
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  72. Neil Young
    Harvest
    Neil Young's 1972 masterpiece — a raw, introspective blend of folk and country rock, it became his most commercially successful album and a defining record of the early 1970s.
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  73. My Bloody Valentine
    Loveless
    My Bloody Valentine's 1991 shoegaze landmark — a dense, ethereal masterpiece defined by layered guitars and immersive soundscapes, it redefined alternative rock and remains a cult classic.
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  74. Kanye West
    The College Dropout
    Kanye West's 2004 debut — a soulful, introspective hip-hop landmark that launched his career and redefined modern rap with its emotional depth and lush production.
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  75. Aretha Franklin
    Lady Soul
    A defining moment in soul music, capturing Aretha Franklin’s unmatched vocal power and emotional depth during her peak at Atlantic Records.
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  76. Curtis Mayfield
    Superfly
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  77. The Who
    Who's Next
    A defining moment in hard rock, blending raw energy with intricate studio craftsmanship, capturing The Who’s peak intensity and sonic innovation.
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  78. Elvis Presley
    The Sun Sessions
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  79. Frank Ocean
    Blond
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  80. The Sex Pistols
    Never Mind the Bollocks Here's the Sex Pistols
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  81. Beyoncé
    Beyoncé
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  82. Sly and the Family Stone
    There's a Riot Goin' On
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  83. Dusty Springfield
    Dusty in Memphis
    Dusty Springfield's 1969 soul masterpiece — recorded in Memphis with legendary session players, it stands as one of the most powerful and emotionally charged vocal performances in pop history.
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  84. AC/DC
    Back in Black
    AC/DC's 1980 hard rock landmark — a defiant, high-octane tribute to Bon Scott, it became one of the best-selling rock albums of all time.
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  85. John Lennon
    Plastic Ono Band
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  86. The Doors
    The Doors
    The Doors' 1967 debut — a raw, hypnotic fusion of blues, rock, and psychedelia, launching Jim Morrison’s legendary persona and defining the era’s countercultural sound.
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  87. Miles Davis
    Bitches Brew
    Miles Davis' 1970 jazz fusion landmark — a revolutionary, avant-garde exploration that redefined jazz and influenced rock, electronic, and experimental music for decades.
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  88. David Bowie
    Hunky Dory
    The one where Bowie stumbles into genius on a near-accidental shuffle—opens with "Changes" and never lets go, a madman’s prayer in a pop coat.
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  89. Erykah Badu
    Baduizm
    A foundational neo-soul album that redefined R&B in the late 1990s with its seamless blend of jazz, funk, and spoken-word intimacy.
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  90. Neil Young
    After the Gold Rush
    After The Gold Rush is Neil Young's 1970 rock album released on Reprise Records in the US, blending elements of rock, rock & roll, and country rock.
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  91. Bruce Springsteen
    Darkness on the Edge of Town
    Bruce Springsteen's 1978 double album — a raw, introspective masterpiece born from personal struggle and economic despair, it stands as a defining work of American rock in the late 1970s.
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  92. The Jimi Hendrix Experience
    Axis: Bold as Love
    Jimi Hendrix's 1967 psychedelic rock masterpiece — a bold evolution from his debut, showcasing his revolutionary guitar work and lyrical depth amid the era's countercultural explosion.
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  93. Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott
    Supa Dupa Fly
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  94. The Stooges
    Fun House
    The Stooges' 1970 raw, primal rock masterpiece — a foundational document of proto-punk, recorded with ferocious energy at Elektra Sound Recorders.
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  95. Drake
    Take Care
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  96. R.E.M.
    Automatic for the People
    R.E.M.'s 1992 emotional masterpiece — a haunting meditation on mortality and loss, featuring 'Man on the Moon' and 'Everybody Hurts'.
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  97. Metallica
    Master of Puppets
    Metallica's 1986 album Master of Puppets is a thrash and speed metal record released in the US on Elektra Records.
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  98. Lucinda Williams
    Car Wheels on a Gravel Road
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  99. Taylor Swift
    Red
    Taylor Swift's 2012 breakthrough album — a genre-blending masterpiece that cemented her shift from country to pop, featuring emotionally charged storytelling and iconic tracks like 'All Too Well' and 'I Knew You Were Trouble'.
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  100. The Band
    Music From Big Pink
    The Band's 1968 debut — a foundational folk-rock album recorded in a rural upstate New York house, it redefined roots rock with its intimate, cinematic storytelling and Southern-tinged Americana.
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  101. Led Zeppelin
    Led Zeppelin
    Led Zeppelin's 1969 self-titled debut album, released in the UK on Atlantic Records, is a rock record that incorporates elements of blues rock and hard rock.
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  102. The Clash
    The Clash
    The Clash's 1977 self-titled debut — a raw, politically charged punk explosion that defined the genre's revolutionary spirit and established the band as icons of social dissent and sonic urgency.
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  103. De La Soul
    Three Feet High And Rising
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  104. The Rolling Stones
    Sticky Fingers
    The Rolling Stones' 1971 landmark — a raw, blues-drenched masterpiece blending rock, country, and soul, featuring 'Brown Sugar' and 'Wild Horses', and iconic zipper sleeve design.
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  105. The Allman Brothers
    At Fillmore East
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  106. Hole
    Live Through This
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  107. Television
    Marquee Moon
    Television's 1977 album Marquee Moon is a rock record released in the US on Elektra Records, blending elements of new wave, punk, and art rock.
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  108. F
    Fiona Apple
    When the Pawn ...
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  109. Lou Reed
    Transformer
    Lou Reed's 1972 breakthrough — a raw, glam-tinged rock album shaped by David Bowie's influence and produced by Mick Ronson, it remains a landmark of New York underground rock.
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  110. Joni Mitchell
    Court and Spark
    Joni Mitchell's 1974 jazz-tinged rock masterpiece — a landmark in singer-songwriter artistry, blending poetic depth with lush arrangements and her signature vocal phrasing.
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  111. Janet Jackson
    Control
    Janet Jackson's 1986 breakthrough album, released on A&M Records, marked her definitive move toward creative control, blending crisp electronic production with funk and soul to define the sound of mid-80s pop and R&B.
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  112. Elton John
    Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
    Elton John's 1973 double album masterpiece — a sprawling, emotionally charged blend of rock, pop, and country, it remains one of his most iconic and enduring works.
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  113. The Smiths
    The Queen Is Dead
    A landmark of British indie rock, The Queen Is Dead showcases Morrissey’s lyrical melancholy and Johnny Marr’s jangly guitar work in a cohesive, emotionally charged collection that defined the mid-80s alternative scene.
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  114. The Strokes
    Is This It
    The Strokes' 2001 debut — a defining moment in 2000s indie rock, blending raw energy with sleek post-punk revival aesthetics.
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  115. Kendrick Lamar
    good kid
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  116. The Cure
    Disintegration
    The Cure's 1989 darkwave masterpiece — a haunting, cinematic culmination of their gothic rock era, blending melancholy lyrics with lush, layered instrumentation.
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  117. Kanye West
    Late Registration
    Kanye West's 2005 debut — a raw, introspective exploration of identity and fame, blending soulful samples with confessional rap, marking his arrival as a major voice in hip-hop.
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  118. The Eagles
    Hotel California
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  119. Sly and the Family Stone
    Stand!
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  120. Van Morrison
    Moondance
    Van Morrison's 1970 breakthrough — a soulful, jazz-tinged masterpiece blending folk, rock, and R&B, it remains one of his most beloved and enduring works.
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  121. Elvis Costello
    This Year's Model
    Elvis Costello's 1978 post-punk manifesto — a raw, angular debut that fused punk energy with lyrical sharpness, marking his arrival as rock's most incisive voice.
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  122. Nine Inch Nails
    The Downward Spiral
    Nine Inch Nails' 1994 concept album — a harrowing descent into psychological breakdown, it redefined industrial rock and became a defining record of the 1990s alternative era.
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  123. Led Zeppelin
    Led Zeppelin II
    Led Zeppelin's 1969 hard rock breakthrough — a raw, powerful debut that defined the sound of heavy metal and cemented their legacy as rock pioneers.
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  124. U2
    Achtung Baby
    U2's 1991 sonic reinvention — a dark, electronic-infused masterpiece born from creative crisis, it marked their comeback and defined the sound of the early '90s alternative era.
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  125. Beastie Boys
    Paul's Boutique
    Paul's Boutique is the Beastie Boys' 1989 hip hop album, released in the US on Beastie Boys Records.
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  126. Mary J. Blige
    My Life
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  127. Ray Charles
    Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music
    Ray Charles redefined country music in 1962 by blending soul and blues into a powerful, emotionally charged interpretation of Nashville standards, establishing a blueprint for genre fusion.
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  128. Queen
    A Night at the Opera
    Queen's 1975 masterpiece — a genre-defying fusion of rock, opera, and theatrical ambition, it features 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and solidified their legacy as innovators of the rock album.
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  129. Pink Floyd
    The Wall
    The Wall is Pink Floyd's 1979 rock album, released on Harvest Records in the UK, blending progressive and art rock elements.
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  130. Prince
    1999
    Prince's 1982 synth-funk landmark — a futuristic, politically charged pop masterpiece that defined the Minneapolis Sound and launched his global fame.
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  131. Portishead
    Dummy
    Portishead's 1994 debut — a dark, cinematic trip-hop landmark that redefined electronic music with haunting vocals and brooding atmospheres.
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  132. Hank Williams
    40 Greatest Hits
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  133. Joni Mitchell
    Hejira
    Joni Mitchell's 1976 masterpiece — a poetic, jazz-inflected journey through loneliness and self-discovery, recorded in a single session with a rotating band of jazz luminaries.
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  134. Fugees
    The Score
    The Fugees' 1996 album The Score, released on Columbia Records in the US, is a hip hop record blending conscious rap, boom bap, and neo soul.
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  135. U2
    The Joshua Tree
    A landmark post-punk rock album that blends spiritual yearning with social consciousness, recorded in Nashville and produced by Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois, marking U2's transition from underground act to global prominence.
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  136. Funkadelic
    Maggot Brain
    Funkadelic's 1971 psychedelic funk masterpiece — a raw, guitar-driven explosion of sound, famously featuring Eddie Hazel's iconic 10-minute solo, it remains a landmark of experimental rock and soul.
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  137. Adele
    21
    Adele's 2011 album 21 is a soulful, emotionally raw blend of blues, jazz, and pop that established her as a defining voice of modern adult contemporary music.
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  138. Madonna
    The Immaculate Collection
    A definitive compilation of Madonna’s early 1980s pop and dance hits, capturing her emergence as a cultural force with a mix of synth-driven anthems and emotionally charged ballads.
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  139. Black Sabbath
    Paranoid
    Black Sabbath's 1970 debut — a foundational heavy metal record that defined the genre's dark, riff-driven sound and cemented their legacy as pioneers of doom-laden rock.
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  140. Bob Marley and the Wailers
    Catch a Fire
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  141. Pixies
    Doolittle
    Pixies' 1989 breakthrough — a raw, dynamic fusion of punk energy and artful noise, it cemented their cult status and became a defining record of 1980s alternative rock.
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  142. Bruce Springsteen
    Born in the U.S.A.
    Bruce Springsteen's 1984 political anthem — a defining rock statement of the Reagan era, blending working-class grit with soaring pop sensibility.
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  143. The Velvet Underground
    The Velvet Underground
    The Velvet Underground's 1969 debut — a raw, avant-garde landmark that defined underground rock and influenced generations of indie and alternative artists.
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  144. Led Zeppelin
    Physical Graffiti
    Led Zeppelin's 1975 double LP — a landmark of hard rock and blues rock, blending studio mastery with raw energy, and a defining artifact of the band's peak era.
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  145. Eminem
    The Marshall Mathers LP
    Eminem's 2000 double album — a cultural earthquake blending raw lyricism, dark humor, and personal turmoil, it cemented his status as hip-hop's most polarizing and influential voice.
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  146. Blondie
    Parallel Lines
    Blondie's 1978 breakthrough — blending new wave, punk energy, and pop sensibility, it launched 'Heart of Glass' into the mainstream and defined a generation's sound.
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  147. Jeff Buckley
    Grace
    Jeff Buckley's 1994 posthumous debut — a haunting fusion of folk, rock, and soul, it became a defining album of the 1990s and a lasting testament to his extraordinary talent.
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  148. Frank Ocean
    Channel Orange
    Frank Ocean's 2012 genre-defying masterpiece — a soulful, introspective journey blending R&B, hip-hop, and avant-garde production, it redefined modern pop and earned widespread critical acclaim.
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  149. John Prine
    John Prine
    John Prine's 1971 debut — a landmark in folk storytelling, featuring timeless tracks like 'Paradise' and 'Sam Stone', recorded with raw emotional depth and poetic precision.
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  150. Bruce Springsteen
    Nebraska
    Bruce Springsteen's 1982 acoustic masterpiece — recorded in a bedroom on a cassette deck, it became a haunting folk-rock landmark born from personal and national unease.
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  151. George Michael
    Faith
    George Michael's 1987 debut solo album — a defining moment in 1980s pop, blending soulful vocals with synth-driven production and cementing his status as a global superstar.
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  152. The Pretenders
    Pretenders
    The Pretenders' 1980 debut — a raw, defiant blend of punk energy and soulful rock, anchored by Chrissie Hynde's magnetic voice and the iconic 'Brass In Pocket'.
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  153. PJ Harvey
    Rid of Me
    Rid of Me is PJ Harvey's 1993 indie rock album, released in Europe on Island Records.
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  154. Aretha Franklin
    Amazing Grace
    Aretha Franklin's 1972 live gospel masterpiece — recorded over two nights at New Temple Missionary Baptist Church, it remains the highest-selling gospel album of all time and a defining moment in soul music.
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  155. Jay-Z
    The Black Album
    Jay-Z's 2003 hip hop album The Black Album was released in the US on Roc-A-Fella Records.
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  156. The Replacements
    Let It Be
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  157. Oasis
    (What's the Story) Morning Glory?
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  158. Erykah Badu
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  159. The Police
    Synchronicity
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  160. Pearl Jam
    Ten
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  161. Crosby, Stills & Nash
    Crosby, Stills & Nash
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  162. Pulp
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  163. Various Artists
    Saturday Night Fever
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  164. Johnny Cash
    At Folsom Prison
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  165. R.E.M.
    Murmur
    Murmur is R.E.M.'s 1983 debut album, released in the US on I.R.S. Records, and belongs to the alternative rock genre.
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  166. Buddy Holly
    20 Golden Greats
    A definitive UK compilation of Buddy Holly's essential rock & roll recordings, released in 1977 by MCA, capturing his influential post-1957 work with a focus on his most enduring singles.
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  167. Depeche Mode
    Violator
    Depeche Mode's 1990 darkwave masterpiece — a synth-driven evolution of their sound, blending industrial textures with pop sensibility, it became their most commercially successful album.
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  168. Steely Dan
    Can't Buy a Thrill
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  169. Billy Joel
    The Stranger
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  170. Cream
    Disraeli Gears
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  171. Sonic Youth
    Daydream Nation
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  172. Simon and Garfunkel
    Bridge Over Troubled Water
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  173. Nirvana
    In Utero
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  174. Jimmy Cliff and Various Artists
    The Harder They Come: Original Soundtrack
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  175. Kendrick Lamar
    DAMN.
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  176. Public Enemy
    Fear of a Black Planet
    Public Enemy's 1990 political manifesto — a sonic assault on systemic racism, delivered with revolutionary production and unrelenting lyrical fury.
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  177. Rod Stewart
    Every Picture Tells a Story
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  178. Otis Redding
    Otis Blue
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  179. Notorious B.I.G.
    Life After Death
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  180. Love
    Forever Changes
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  181. Bob Dylan
    Bringing It All Back Home
    Bob Dylan's 1965 landmark — a pivotal fusion of folk and rock, marking his shift to electric sound and cementing his role as a revolutionary voice in modern music.
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  182. James Taylor
    Sweet Baby James
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  183. D'Angelo
    Brown Sugar
    D'Angelo's 1995 neo-soul debut — a genre-defining fusion of funk, R&B, and jazz, it launched his career and became a cornerstone of 1990s soul music.
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  184. Cyndi Lauper
    She's So Unusual
    Cyndi Lauper's 1983 album She's So Unusual is a synth-pop record released in Europe on Portrait Records.
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  185. The Rolling Stones
    Beggars Banquet
    Beggars Banquet is The Rolling Stones' 1968 rock album, released on Decca Records in the UK.
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  186. Red Hot Chili Peppers
    Blood Sugar Sex Magik
    The Red Hot Chili Peppers' 1991 breakthrough — a fusion of funk, rock, and raw emotion that defined alternative metal and launched their global fame.
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  187. Ice Cube
    AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted
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  188. T. Rex
    Electric Warrior
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  189. Sleater-Kinney
    Dig Me Out
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  190. The Who
    Tommy
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  191. Etta James
    At Last!
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  192. Beastie Boys
    Licensed to Ill
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  193. Creedence Clearwater Revival
    Willy and the Poor Boys
    Willy and the Poor Boys is Creedence Clearwater Revival's 1969 rock album, released on Fantasy Records in the US.
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  194. Michael Jackson
    Bad
    Michael Jackson's 1987 album Bad is a pop and synth-pop record released in the US on Epic Records.
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  195. Leonard Cohen
    Songs of Leonard Cohen
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  196. Robyn
    Body Talk
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  197. The Beatles
    Meet the Beatles!
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  198. The B-52's
    The B-52's
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  199. Pavement
    Slanted and Enchanted
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  200. Sade
    Diamond Life
    Sade's 1984 debut album Diamond Life, released in the UK on Epic Records, blends jazz, funk, and soul.
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  201. A Tribe Called Quest
    Midnight Marauders
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    Homogenic
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  203. Nick Drake
    Pink Moon
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  204. Kanye West
    Graduation
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  205. Cat Stevens
    Tea for the Tillerman
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  206. David Bowie
    Low
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  207. Eagles
    Eagles
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  208. Lil Wayne
    Tha Carter III
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  209. Run-DMC
    Raising Hell
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  210. Ray Charles
    The Birth of Soul
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  211. Joy Divison
    Unknown Pleasures
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  212. Nina Simone
    Wild Is the Wind
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  213. Fiona Apple
    The Idler Wheel
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  214. Tom Petty
    Wildflowers
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  215. Grateful Dead
    American Beauty
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  216. Elliott Smith
    Either/Or
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  217. Oasis
    Definitely Maybe
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  218. TLC
    CrazySexyCool
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  219. Raekwon
    Only Built 4 Cuban Linx
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  220. Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young
    Déjà Vu
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  221. Rage Against the Machine
    Rage Against the Machine
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  222. Madonna
    Ray of Light
    Madonna's 1998 genre-defying evolution — blending electronic textures with spiritual introspection, it marked her artistic rebirth and won a Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album.
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  223. John Lennon
    Imagine
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  224. Dixie Chicks
    Fly
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  225. Wilco
    Yankee Hotel Foxtrot
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  226. Derek and the Dominos
    Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs
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  227. Little Richard
    Here's Little Richard
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  228. De La Soul
    De La Soul Is Dead
    De La Soul's 1991 conceptual follow-up to their debut — a sharp, self-aware critique of hip-hop's commercialization, blending satire, jazz samples, and lyrical depth.
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  229. Patsy Cline
    The Ultimate Collection
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  230. Rihanna
    Anti
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  231. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
    Damn the Torpedoes
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  232. John Coltrane
    Giant Steps
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  233. Tori Amos
    Little Earthquakes
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  234. Black Sabbath
    Master of Reality
    Master of Reality is Black Sabbath's 1971 hard rock and heavy metal album, released in the UK on Vertigo Records.
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  235. Metallica
    Metallica (The Black Album)
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  236. Daft Punk
    Discovery
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  237. Willie Nelson
    Red Headed Stranger
    Willie Nelson's 1975 album Red Headed Stranger is a country record released in the US on Columbia Records.
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  238. Kraftwerk
    Trans Europe Express
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  239. Boogie Down Productions
    Criminal Minded
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  240. Sam Cooke
    Live at the Harlem Square Club
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  241. Massive Attack
    Blue Lines
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  242. The Velvet Underground
    Loaded
    The Velvet Underground's 1970 rock classic — a raw, defiant farewell from Lou Reed and company, blending punk energy with art rock ambition.
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  243. The Zombies
    Odessey and Oracle
    The Zombies' 1968 psychedelic pop masterpiece — a haunting, orchestral gem born from the band's breakup, it gained legendary status posthumously and remains a cornerstone of 1960s British rock.
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  244. Kanye West
    808s & Heartbreak
    Kanye West's 2008 emotional pivot — a pioneering fusion of auto-tune, electronic textures, and heartbreak, it redefined hip-hop's sonic and lyrical boundaries.
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  245. Cocteau Twins
    Heaven or Las Vegas
    Cocteau Twins' 1990 dream-pop masterpiece — a shimmering, ethereal fusion of guitar textures and Elizabeth Fraser's haunting vocals, marking their artistic peak.
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  246. LL Cool J
    Mama Said Knock You Out
    LL Cool J's 1990 hip hop album Mama Said Knock You Out was released in the US on Def Jam Recordings.
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  247. Sade
    Love Deluxe
    Sade's 1992 jazz-soul masterpiece — a lush, cinematic blend of smooth vocals and intricate arrangements, marking her return after a five-year hiatus and solidifying her status as a global icon.
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  248. Green Day
    American Idiot
    Green Day's 2004 concept album — a punk-rock protest against post-9/11 America, it became a cultural flashpoint and one of the most influential rock records of the 2000s.
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  249. Whitney Houston
    Whitney Houston
    Whitney Houston's 1985 debut — a defining pop-soul statement that launched her as a global superstar, featuring iconic tracks like 'How Will I Know' and 'Greatest Love of All'.
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  250. Buzzcocks
    Singles Going Steady
    Buzzcocks' 1979 landmark — a raw, fast-paced punk masterpiece compiling their seminal UK singles, capturing the band's explosive energy and lyrical urgency at their peak.
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  251. Elton John
    Honky Château
    Elton John's 1972 breakthrough — a raw, electric debut that fused rock and pop with poetic depth, launching his global stardom.
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  252. Devo
    Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!
    Devo's 1978 debut — a radical fusion of punk energy and electronic experimentation, born from the band's dystopian satire and iconic 'human as machine' aesthetic.
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  253. Pink Floyd
    The Piper at the Gates of Dawn
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  254. Herbie Hancock
    Head Hunters
    Herbie Hancock's 1973 landmark fusion album — a genre-defining blend of jazz, funk, and electronic innovation, it launched the jazz-funk movement and remains a cornerstone of modern jazz.
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  255. Bob Dylan
    The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan
    Bob Dylan's 1963 breakthrough — a defining moment in folk rock, featuring 'Blowin' in the Wind' and 'Girl from the North Country', it cemented his role as a voice of a generation.
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  256. Tracy Chapman
    Tracy Chapman
    Tracy Chapman's 1988 debut — a raw, poignant folk-rock statement that launched her career with the iconic 'Fast Car' and won her a Grammy for Best New Artist.
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  257. Dolly Parton
    Coat of Many Colors
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  258. Joni Mitchell
    The Hissing of Summer Lawns
    The Hissing of Summer Lawns is Joni Mitchell's 1975 album, released on Asylum Records in the US, blending jazz, rock, and folk elements within a contemporary jazz and acoustic fusion style.
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  259. Janis Joplin
    Pearl
    Janis Joplin's 1971 posthumous release — a raw, powerful testament to her voice and legacy, blending blues, rock, and soul in a final, unforgettable statement.
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  260. The Slits
    Cut
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  261. Beastie Boys
    Check Your Head
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  262. New Order
    Power
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  263. The Beatles
    Hard Day's Night
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  264. Pink Floyd
    Wish You Were Here
    Pink Floyd's 1975 meditation on fame and absence — a landmark of progressive rock, born from the band's emotional turmoil and featuring the iconic 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond'.
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  265. Pavement
    Wowee Zowee
    Wowee Zowee is Pavement's 1995 indie rock album, released on Matador Records in the US.
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  266. The Beatles
    Help!
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  267. Minutemen
    Double Nickels on the Dime
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  268. Randy Newman
    Sail Away
    Randy Newman's 1972 debut album — a darkly satirical masterpiece blending folk, jazz, and theatrical pop, it established his voice as a singular storyteller of American irony and contradiction.
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  269. Kanye West
    Yeezus
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  270. Kacey Musgraves
    Golden Hour
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  271. Mary J. Blige
    What's the 411?
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  272. The Velvet Underground
    White Light/White Heat
    The Velvet Underground's 1968 sonic manifesto — raw, chaotic, and revolutionary, it pushed rock into noise and avant-garde territory, cementing their cult status.
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  273. Gang of Four
    Entertainment!
    Gang of Four's 1979 post-punk manifesto — a raw, politically charged debut that redefined rock's rhythmic and lyrical intensity, blending Marxist critique with angular guitar and militant drumming.
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  274. The Byrds
    Sweetheart of the Rodeo
    The Byrds' 1968 country rock landmark — a pioneering fusion of folk and Nashville sound, marking their shift from psychedelic pop to authentic country roots.
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  275. Curtis Mayfield
    Curtis
    Curtis Mayfield's 1970 debut solo album — a landmark in soul and funk, blending social consciousness with smooth, melodic grooves, and launching his iconic career as a solo artist.
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  276. Radiohead
    The Bends
    Radiohead's 1995 breakthrough — a haunting, emotionally charged album that fused alternative rock with introspective lyricism, marking their shift from Britpop to a more expansive, atmospheric sound.
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  277. Alicia Keys
    The Diary of Alicia Keys
    The Diary of Alicia Keys is a 2003 R&B and soul album by Alicia Keys, released in the US on J Records.
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  278. Led Zeppelin
    Houses of the Holy
    Led Zeppelin's 1973 landmark — a genre-defying blend of hard rock, folk, and psychedelia, recorded across New York and London studios, it remains one of their most adventurous and influential works.
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  279. Nirvana
    MTV Unplugged in New York
    Nirvana's 1993 live acoustic performance for MTV — a raw, emotional masterpiece recorded just months before Kurt Cobain's death, it stands as one of the most powerful live albums in rock history.
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  280. 50 Cent
    Get Rich or Die Tryin'
    A defining 2003 hip-hop debut that blended street narrative with mainstream appeal, establishing 50 Cent as a central figure in pop rap and marking a pivotal moment in post-gangsta rap.
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  281. Harry Nilsson
    Nilsson Schmilsson
    Harry Nilsson's 1971 breakthrough — a masterclass in pop craftsmanship, featuring the iconic 'Without You' and hailed as one of the most emotionally resonant albums of the era.
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  282. Frank Sinatra
    In the Wee Small Hours
    Frank Sinatra's 1955 masterpiece — a haunting, introspective jazz-vocal album that redefined the concept of the 'concept album' and cemented his status as a poetic interpreter of American songcraft.
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  283. Donna Summer
    Bad Girls
    Donna Summer's 1979 disco masterpiece — a defining moment in dance-pop, blending soulful vocals with cutting-edge production and a bold, cinematic flair.
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  284. Merle Haggard
    Down Every Road 1962-1994
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  285. Big Star
    Third/Sister Lovers
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  286. Red Hot Chili Peppers
    Californication
    The Red Hot Chili Peppers' 1999 breakthrough — blending funk, rock, and introspective lyrics, it became their most commercially successful album and a defining record of late-90s alternative rock.
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  287. The Byrds
    Mr. Tambourine Man
    The Byrds' 1965 debut — a landmark in folk rock, blending Dylan-inspired lyrics with jangly guitar and harmony vocals, launching the genre and defining the mid-60s counterculture sound.
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  288. The Modern Lovers
    The Modern Lovers
    The Modern Lovers' 1976 debut — a raw, proto-punk landmark shaped by Jonathan Richman’s singular vision and recorded in a single session, it became a cult classic and a foundational text for American indie rock.
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  289. Björk
    Post
    Björk's 1995 genre-defying landmark — a fusion of electronic experimentation, jazz sensibility, and avant-pop, it cemented her status as a visionary in modern music.
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  290. OutKast
    Speakerboxxx/The Love Below
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  291. Destiny's Child
    The Writing's on the Wall
    The Writing's On The Wall is Destiny's Child's 1999 R&B album released in the US on Columbia Records.
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  292. Van Halen
    Van Halen
    Van Halen's 1978 self-titled debut — a hard rock landmark that launched Eddie Van Halen's legendary guitar career and defined the sound of 1980s rock.
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  293. The Breeders
    Last Splash
    The Breeders' 1993 alt-rock landmark — a raw, emotionally charged debut that fused punk energy with melodic depth, defining a generation of indie rock.
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  294. Weezer
    Weezer (The Blue Album)
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  295. Daft Punk
    Random Access Memories
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  296. Neil Young
    Rust Never Sleeps
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  297. Peter Gabriel
    So
    Peter Gabriel's 1986 album So marks a pivotal shift in his career, blending intricate electronic textures with emotionally resonant songwriting, and stands as a defining record of the synth-driven pop era.
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  298. Tom Petty
    Full Moon Fever
    Tom Petty's 1989 solo breakthrough — a sun-drenched blend of rock, country, and pop, it features hits like 'I Won't Back Down' and 'Free Fallin'.
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  299. B.B. King
    Live at the Regal
    B.B. King's 1965 live masterpiece — recorded at Chicago's Regal Theatre, it captures his electrifying stage presence and became a defining document of modern electric blues.
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  300. Shania Twain
    Come on Over
    Shania Twain's 1997 crossover country-pop phenomenon — a defining album of the '90s country boom, blending heartfelt lyrics with polished pop-rock production.
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  301. New York Dolls
    New York Dolls
    The 1973 debut from New York Dolls — a raw, glam-punk manifesto that helped define the sound of early punk rock and remains a cult classic.
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  302. Neil Young
    Tonight's the Night
    Neil Young's 1975 raw, emotional masterpiece — a haunting tribute to lost friends, recorded in the shadow of addiction and death, it stands as one of his most powerful and enduring works.
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  303. ABBA
    The Definitive Collection
    ABBA's 2002 compilation — a career-spanning retrospective released to mark their global resurgence, featuring remastered tracks and rare recordings.
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  304. Bill Withers
    Just As I Am
    Bill Withers' 1971 soul classic — a deeply personal and musically rich debut that established him as a voice of quiet resilience and emotional truth.
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  305. Kiss
    Alive!
    A raw, high-energy live recording from 1975 that captures Kiss's flamboyant stage presence and driving hard rock sound, defining their early identity and establishing their reputation as a force in rock theater.
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  306. Al Green
    I'm Still in Love With You
    Al Green's 1972 soul masterpiece — a tender, gospel-tinged love letter that cemented his status as the 'Chairman of the Blues'.
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  307. Sam Cooke
    Portrait of a Legend
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  308. Brian Eno
    Here Come the Warm Jets
    Here Come The Warm Jets is Brian Eno's 1974 rock album, released on Island Records in the UK.
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  309. Joy Divison
    Closer
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  310. Wire
    Pink Flag
    Wire's 1977 post-punk landmark — a raw, angular debut that redefined rock minimalism and became a foundational text for punk and new wave.
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  311. Neil Young
    On the Beach
    Neil Young's 1974 introspective masterpiece — a raw, emotionally charged album recorded in the aftermath of his breakup with Carrie Fisher, it stands as one of his most personal and haunting works.
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  312. Solange
    A Seat at the Table
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    Elvis Presley
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  343. Sly and the Family Stone
    Greatest Hits
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    AM
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    Music of My Mind
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    The Cars
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  357. Tom Waits
    Rain Dogs
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  359. Big Star
    Radio City
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  360. Funkadelic
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    The Black Parade
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    Never Too Much
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    More Songs About Buildings and Food
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    Madvillainy
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    If You're Reading This It's Too Late
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    All Things Must Pass
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    The Infamous
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  370. Lil Wayne
    Tha Carter II
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    Anthology
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  372. Big Brother and the Holding Company
    Cheap Thrills
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  374. Robert Johnson
    King of the Delta Blues Singers
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  375. Green Day
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  376. Neutral Milk Hotel
    In the Aeroplane Over the Sea
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  377. Yeah Yeah Yeahs
    Fever to Tell
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  378. Run-DMC
    Run-D.M.C.
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  379. Rush
    Moving Pictures
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  380. Charles Mingus
    Mingus Ah Um
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  381. Lynyrd Skynyrd
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    Currents
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    Mezzanine
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    The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society
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  385. Ramones
    Rocket to Russia
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    Donuts
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  387. Radiohead
    In Rainbows
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    Young
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  389. Mariah Carey
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  390. Pixies
    Surfer Rosa
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    Kaleidoscope
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    Proud Mary: The Best of Ike and Tina Turner
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    1989
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  394. Diana Ross
    Diana
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    Black Messiah
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    Something/Anything?
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    When We All Fall Asleep
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    The Raincoats
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  399. Brian Wilson
    Smile
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    Beauty and the Beat
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    Blondie
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    Supreme Clientele
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    Rapture
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  405. Various
    Nuggets: Original Artyfacts from the First Psychedelic Era
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    69 Love Songs
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  407. Neil Young
    Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere
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    Ace of Spades
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  409. Grateful Dead
    Workingman's Dead
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  410. The Beach Boys
    Wild Honey
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  411. Bob Dylan
    Love and Theft
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  412. Smokey Robinson and the Miracles
    Going to a Go Go
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    Cosmo's Factory
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    Risqué
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  415. The Meters
    Looka Py Py
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    Things Fall Apart
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  417. Ornette Coleman
    The Shape of Jazz to Come
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    Brothers in Arms
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    Chief
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    That’s the Way of the World
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    Let's Get It On
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  423. Yo La Tengo
    I Can Hear the Heart Beating As One
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    Odelay
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    Paul Simon
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    Lucinda Williams
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  427. Al Green
    Call Me
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    New Day Rising
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  429. The Four Tops
    Reach Out
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    My Aim Is True
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  431. Los Lobos
    How Will the Wolf Survive?
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  432. Usher
    Confessions
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    Sound of Silver
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  434. Pavement
    Crooked Rain
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    Actually
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    All Eyez on Me
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    Screamadelica
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  438. Blur
    Parklife
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    Sex Machine
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  440. Loretta Lynn
    Coal Miner's Daughter
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    Blackout
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  442. The Weeknd
    Beauty Behind the Madness
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    Scary Monsters
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  444. Fiona Apple
    Extraordinary Machine
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    Close to the Edge
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    Journey in Satchidanada
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    X 100pre
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    Dictionary of Soul
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    Elephant
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    Ram
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  451. Roberta Flack
    First Take
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  452. Diana Ross and the Supremes
    Anthology
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    Pretty Hate Machine
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  454. Can
    Ege Bamyasi
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  455. Bo Diddley
    Bo Diddley/Go Bo Diddley
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  457. Sinéad O’Connor
    I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got
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    Southeastern
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    Man on the Moon: The End of the Day
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    Melodrama
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  461. Bon Iver
    For Emma
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    The Gilded Palace of Sin
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  463. Laura Nyro
    Eli & the 13th Confession
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  464. The Isley Brothers
    3 + 3
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  465. King Sunny Adé
    The Best of the Classic Years
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  466. The Beach Boys
    The Beach Boys Today!
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  467. Maxwell
    BLACKsummers'night
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    Some Girls
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  469. Manu Chao
    Clandestino
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    400 Degreez
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  471. Jefferson Airplane
    Surrealistic Pillow
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    Ctrl
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  473. Daddy Yankee
    Barrio Fino
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    #1 Record
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  475. Sheryl Crow
    Sheryl Crow
    Sheryl Crow's 1996 debut — a breakout blend of country rock and pop sensibility, featuring hits like 'All I Wanna Do' and 'Leaving Las Vegas'.
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  476. Sparks
    Kimono My House
    Sparks' 1974 glam rock breakthrough — a theatrical, witty fusion of pop and art rock that cemented their cult status and remains a defining post-punk precursor.
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  477. Howlin' Wolf
    Moanin' in the Moonlight
    Howlin' Wolf's 1959 Chess release blends raw, electric Chicago blues with urgent vocal delivery, marking a defining moment in the genre's development.
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  478. The Kinks
    Something Else by the Kinks
    The Kinks' 1967 breakthrough — a sharp, mod-infused rock album blending social satire and melodic innovation, it marked their shift from British Invasion pop to a more mature, introspective sound.
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  479. Selena
    Amor Prohibido
    Selena's 1994 breakthrough Tejano album — a cultural milestone that fused cumbia, pop, and Latin soul, cementing her legacy as the Queen of Tejano music.
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  480. Miranda Lambert
    The Weight of These Wings
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  481. Belle and Sebastian
    If You're Feeling Sinister
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    Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde
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  483. Muddy Waters
    The Anthology
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  484. Lady Gaga
    Born This Way
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    I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight
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    Continuum
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    Damaged
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    The Stooges
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    Back to Mono (1958-1969)
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    Heart Like a Wheel
    Linda Ronstadt's 1974 breakthrough — a genre-blending masterpiece that cemented her as a rock and country icon, blending soulful vocals with rich Americana textures.
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    Fine Line
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  492. Bonnie Raitt
    Nick of Time
    Bonnie Raitt's 1989 Grammy-winning comeback — a soulful, blues-tinged rock album that redefined her career and became a critical and commercial triumph.
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  493. Marvin Gaye
    Here
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  494. The Ronettes
    Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes
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  495. Boyz II Men
    II
    Boyz II Men's 1994 R&B breakthrough — a defining album of the '90s soul revival, blending lush harmonies with urban balladry and launching their global stardom.
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  496. Shakira
    Dónde Están los Ladrones
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  497. Various Artists
    The Indestructible Beat of Soweto
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  498. Suicide
    Suicide
    Suicide's 1977 debut — a raw, minimalist fusion of punk and electronic music that helped define the No Wave and synthpunk movements, recorded in a single session at Ultima Studios.
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  499. Rufus
    Chaka Khan
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  500. Arcade Fire
    Funeral
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