Top 100 Greatest Music Albums by ~SMiLE~

Music is Life; a reflection of times, places, people and events. It can communicate when words cannot. It gives wings to the imagination, a voice to emotion. Music is spiritual; It feeds the soul.

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• (Created: 01/13/2012 11:32).
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Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band 

 The Beatles

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Sgt. Pepper's is without doubt is one of the most important albums in the history music. The Beatles pushed boundaries with a variety of musical styles that reached a unheard of level of sophistication and fearless experimentation in songwriting as well as studio production techniques."Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" & "A Day in the Life" are standouts in this masterwork.
A work of genius. [First added to this chart: 01/13/2012]

Year of Release:

1967

Appears in:

3,425 charts

Rank Score:

50,700

Rank in 1967:

1

Rank in 1960s:

3

Overall Rank:

8

Average Rating:

 90 (4,498 votes)

Comments:

480

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The Smile Sessions 

 The Beach Boys

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The holy grail of '60s pop, SMiLE was intended as the follow-up to Pet Sounds. Continuing the Beach Boys' evolution from innocent surfers to an artistic force. With increasingly sophisticated ambitions, the anticipated original album was never truly completed. The tragedy that surrounds it, not only marked the loss of a masterpiece that was expected to change the entire musical landscape but also the decline of Brian Wilson. His vision was so epic, it contributed to his mental breakdown and the project was shelved before it was completed. Songs such as “Good Vibrations”, "Surf's Up","Cabinessence" and "Heroes And Villians" are still ahead of their time. The great lost album will always remain so, this sessions album is not SMiLE, but it gives us a glimpse of what might have been. [First added to this chart: 01/13/2012]

Year of Release:

2011

Appears in:

457 charts

Rank Score:

6,326

Rank in 2011:

3

Rank in 2010s:

35

Overall Rank:

276

Average Rating:

 85 (809 votes)

Comments:

75

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Pet Sounds 

 The Beach Boys

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Following on the heals of inventive radiant textures of "California Girls","Pet Sounds" was an evolutionary masterpiece in which Brian Wilson reached a whole new level in terms of both composition and production. This emotionally powerful album contains elaborate layers of lush vocal harmonies with stunning melodies, extravagant orchestration, unorthodox instrumentation (bicycle bells, harpsichords, Electro-Theremin, dog whistles, trains, Coca-Cola cans and barking dogs) , baroque arrangements, and technological advances in recording that heralded the psychedelic era and set a new standard for musical creativity. [First added to this chart: 01/13/2012]

Year of Release:

1966

Appears in:

2,789 charts

Rank Score:

44,912

Rank in 1966:

2

Rank in 1960s:

5

Overall Rank:

11

Average Rating:

 88 (3,205 votes)

Comments:

354

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Abbey Road 

 The Beatles

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"Abbey Road" the last album the group recorded together and is an outstanding imaginative farewell. It features two of George's finest songs "Here Comes The Sun" & "Something"; John's outstanding "Come Together" and the simply economy of language number "I Want You" as well as the stylishly medley of short songs skilfully woven together by Paul. Overall a very tightly constructed album. [First added to this chart: 01/13/2012]

Year of Release:

1969

Appears in:

3,636 charts

Rank Score:

65,192

Rank in 1969:

1

Rank in 1960s:

1

Overall Rank:

3

Average Rating:

 92 (4,520 votes)

Comments:

468

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Revolver 

 The Beatles

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This album has more electric guitar-rock, in contrast with their previous the folk rock inspired "Rubber Soul". From the 1-2-3-4 count in of "Taxman" to the climax "Tomorrow Never Knows", "Revolver" is a proclamation that the Beatles had grown well beyond those lovable mop-tops of old. Revolver paved the way for the extensive experimentation yet to to come. [First added to this chart: 01/13/2012]

Year of Release:

1966

Appears in:

3,486 charts

Rank Score:

56,645

Rank in 1966:

1

Rank in 1960s:

2

Overall Rank:

4

Average Rating:

 91 (4,489 votes)

Comments:

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Mama Said 

 Lenny Kravitz

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An explosion of hard-edged guitar funk. A pleasure to listen to "Mama Said" has an exceptional sound. Kravitz's songs are tuneful, unapologetically retro and he wears his influences on his sleeve;John Lennon,Curtis Mayfield,Jimi Hendrix and Sly Stone are blended into a cohesive whole while making it his own. Kravitz has a chameleon like ability to slide effortless in and out of music styles. Superb arrangements, folksy feel , soulful vibes, fuzzy hard rock, deep dark grooves,sweeping strings, lush harmonies and Psychedelic sounds all add to this outstanding album. [First added to this chart: 01/13/2012]

Year of Release:

1991

Appears in:

146 charts

Rank Score:

705

Rank in 1991:

31

Rank in 1990s:

410

Overall Rank:

2,292

Average Rating:

 73 (192 votes)

Comments:

7

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Music From The Unrealized Film Script: Dusk At Cubist Castle 

 The Olivia Tremor Control

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"Dusk at Cubist Castle" incorporates a bunch of influences and textures, synthesizes them into a distinctly shimmering harmonies, guitar drones, backward tape loops, and inventive effects. This is a remarkable psychedelic tapestry, full of eccentric dreamscapes and curious spaced–out music.An unique and unforgettable album. [First added to this chart: 03/05/2012]

Year of Release:

1996

Appears in:

170 charts

Rank Score:

1,131

Rank in 1996:

27

Rank in 1990s:

285

Overall Rank:

1,539

Average Rating:

 77 (197 votes)

Comments:

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Rubber Soul 

 The Beatles

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"Rubber Soul" marks a considerable period of transition. An exploration of fresh sounds and subject matter. George on Sitar, Paul's fuzz bass and tampering with tapes to create an effect. They expanded their sound with influences from the folk-rock. This is the start of the group's self-conscious period and an exceeding artistic achievement. [First added to this chart: 01/13/2012]

Year of Release:

1965

Appears in:

2,294 charts

Rank Score:

30,482

Rank in 1965:

2

Rank in 1960s:

9

Overall Rank:

28

Average Rating:

 88 (3,295 votes)

Comments:

256

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The Dark Side Of The Moon 

 Pink Floyd

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Magnum opus in every sense. What an achievement. Commercial meets conceptual equinox. "Dark Side of the Moon" builds greatly upon previous experimentation, but this time around the band really took the time to craft some fine songs. Little details like the cash-register chink on "Money" or the alarm-clock clatter on "Time" enhanced atmosphere. It set new standards in attention to detail and production values for the world of studio recording. A quintessential album. [First added to this chart: 01/13/2012]

Year of Release:

1973

Appears in:

4,044 charts

Rank Score:

70,646

Rank in 1973:

1

Rank in 1970s:

1

Overall Rank:

2

Average Rating:

 92 (5,217 votes)

Comments:

582

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Sunflower 

 The Beach Boys

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"Sunflower" sounds completely fresh overflowing with hooks and harmonies. The songs are sweet, crisp, warm, melodic, and fun. It's a real group effort; an upbeat cohesive album with each member having their moment in the spotlight. Dennis Wilson particularly shines demonstrating some impressive songwriting. The band sound very naturally and confident. A truly delightful album. [First added to this chart: 01/13/2012]

Year of Release:

1970

Appears in:

245 charts

Rank Score:

1,257

Rank in 1970:

37

Rank in 1970s:

278

Overall Rank:

1,384

Average Rating:

 78 (426 votes)

Comments:

27

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Top 100 Greatest Music Albums composition

Decade	Albums	%
1930s	0	0%
1940s	0	0%
1950s	1	1%
1960s	19	19%
1970s	29	29%
1980s	16	16%
1990s	21	21%
2000s	10	10%
2010s	4	4%
2020s	0	0%

Artist	Albums	%
The Beatles	8	8%
The Beach Boys	4	4%
Cheap Trick	3	3%
The Apples In Stereo	3	3%
Lenny Kravitz	2	2%
The Olivia Tremor Control	2	2%
The Rolling Stones	2	2%
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Country	Albums	%
	52	52%
	35	35%
	7	7%
	3	3%
	2	2%
	1	1%

Top 100 Greatest Music Albums chart changes

Biggest climbers
Up 1 from 70th to 69th On Avery Island by Neutral Milk Hotel
Up 1 from 69th to 68th Stadium Arcadium by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Up 1 from 49th to 48th The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society by The Kinks

Biggest fallers
Down 2 from 68th to 70th Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division
Down 1 from 17th to 18th Nevermind by Nirvana
Down 1 from 48th to 49th Torches by Foster The People

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85/100	05/24/2020 14:15	WillyMac	96	86/100
90/100	02/20/2018 04:39	JulianR	572	75/100
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From JulianR 02/20/2018 04:42

Nice chart! Cool to see Olivia Tremor Control on there. And more Beach Boys than just Pet Sounds! If you want more 60's psych stuff, which you seem to be in to, you should check out Tim Buckley. "Goodbye and Hello" and "Happysad" are both great places to start

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From LedZep 12/18/2017 18:08

Love your chart and comments on it!

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From buzzdainer 06/15/2016 15:02

Interesting and unique chart. I love the inclusion of classics such as Doolittle and Pet Sounds, although it's a bit heavy on Beatles and Cheap Trick for my liking. The quality of the commentary more than makes up for it, though.

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From ShadowColossi 02/17/2016 10:26

A little Beach Boys and Beatles-heavy, but great selection none the less

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From dihansse 12/04/2015 21:36

Great comments

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From bluesbrew82 07/30/2015 21:39

Scorpions and Cheap Trick in the top 20! Love Your recognition of some great overlooked 70's rock albums. By the way, I have Kiss Alive! in my top 10. Took a few notes on this list. Articulate commentary.

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From Laurence 04/04/2015 21:30

Great chart! Love all the Elephant 6

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From BraddlesHendo 10/27/2014 14:20

Love this list and your commentary great passion for music

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From qwert9579 08/06/2014 23:40

Love all of these picks, especially The Olivia Tremor Control

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From tgarritsen 12/29/2013 15:06

Amazing chart that grabs masterpieces of every decade

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