PointSource Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 Another vote for "The Dark Side of the Moon"
chrisguinther Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 AC/DC - Back in Black Beatles - Revolver Bob Dylan - Highway 61 Revisited Bruce Springsteen - Nebraska Doors - Morrison Hotel Nirvana - Nevermind Pink Floyd - Dark Side of the Moon Radiohead - OK Computer Rolling Stones - Exile on Main Street
typeapositive Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 ...... I think my top pick would be the first Van Halen album.To me it was a watershed moment and completely changed the game - the face of Rock 'n Roll. I totally agree.
JasonInChiTown Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 I'm not typically big on these type of threads, and I realize there are any number of monumental R 'n R albums, but to make a not too longstory short, I think my top pick would be the first Van Halen album. To me it was a watershed moment and completely changed the game - the face of Rock 'n Roll. Colt, I completely agree. I can't tell you how many records/cassettes/CD's that I have literally burned through for Van Halen I [second would be 1984]
Puros Y Vino Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 Most "rock" music today isn't what I'd even consider "Rock Music". IMO, just mainstream blase crap. Radio is unlistenable today. Any good rock music today is due to the fact that bands from yesteryear are still around. With my rant over..I now will add my faves to the list and why I think they belong there. The Doors - The Doors. Brilliant, entertaining and timeless. When I was younger I didn't appreciate this album as much as I do now. Not a bad song on the album. Jimi Hendrix - ANYTHING HE DID!! Besides being lauded as the master of rock guitar to this day, he is a master composer and songwriter and should be regarded as much as Lennon/McCartney IMO. Led Zeppelin I & II. What's to say? All great "rock" originates from here. No disrespect to the Beatles or Stones, but LZ shaped hard rock for decades and continue to influence to this day. Black Sabbath - Black Sabbath & Paranoid This started a whole subgenre: Heavy Metal. Classic in so many ways and filled with songs even most non rock fans recognize. UFO - Strangers In The Night . Perhaps one of the best live hard rock albums ever. Guitar god Michael Schenker at his best. I'd have picked a couple of their studio albums, but honestly this is the place to start if you've never heard of these guys. Judas Priest - British Steel. A great album by an already great band by this time. This one puts them on the map and makes them stars. They're still kicking ass and touring. Ozzy - Blizzard of Oz. Just what the doctor ordered once Ozzy left Sabbath. Ozzy is now a household word. AC/DC - Back in Black. Perhaps the most mainstream yet true rock album around. A great album that followed a sad event. (Bon Scott's death). There are so many great albums with Bon, but this one is what made AC/DC internationally famous. Metallica - Kill Em All. Trailblazing thrash/speed metal. As important to the metal genre as Dylan was to his. Metallica - Master Of Puppets. A great third album that defined an already talented band. This album helps me get through their Load/ReLoad days and especially St Anger which I turfed after listening to the first four songs and have never played it again since. Slayer - Reign in Blood. By now its' obvious what my favourite genre is. But this album at only a 1/2 hour long is the most satisfying album despite its' brevity. Crystal clear production, catchy riffs and non stop headbanging make this one as important as Metallica's Kill Em All even though there's a few years that separates their release dates. Guns N Roses - Appetite for Destruction. One of the best debuts ever. Its too bad they're a bunch of headcases, especially Axl. Scorpions - Lovedrive. This one's for me. The Scorpions have got to be one of the most resilient rock bands around. They don't get the respect they deserve. This album in particular kicked off their modern era and shaped their sound to this day. Add to the mix that original lead guitarist, Micheal Schenker (see UFO above), records some brilliant lead guitar bits on several track makes this one of their best. Velvet Revolver - Velvet Revolver. OK hear me out. While not as great as any on the list above it is "historic" in the sense that it gave "hard rock" some much needed exposure in a music industry rife with lip synching blonde bombshells, wanna be gangster rappers and wimpy boy bands. This album broke through the crap and demanded to be heard.
jdeese88 Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 Most of the greats have already been mentioned, especially from the older days. Since no one had mentioned Tool's "Undertow" album I had to add this band and album on this already great list of albums ya'll have mentioned. Some consider Tool more of an alternative rock, but there is no denying that there wasn't a band like them before their time. This album is truly timeless. Maynard Keenan is a genius.
Guest rob Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 I agree entirely with Khomienist's list - except I would swap Judas Priest with Metallica's "Kill em all".
tdlfoto Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 Slayer - Reign in Blood. By now its' obvious what my favourite genre is. But this album at only a 1/2 hour long is the most satisfying album despite its' brevity. Crystal clear production, catchy riffs and non stop headbanging make this one as important as Metallica's Kill Em All even though there's a few years that separates their release dates. great to see another metalhead on here! Seasons in the Abyss is one of my all-time fav albums
asmith Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 Smithy - Mezzanine is a great album, but I'd call it trip hop rather than rock. Splitting hairs, but if we want to go down that path of Rock you can get rid of any Dylan album
Ken Gargett Posted September 27, 2010 Posted September 27, 2010 Splitting hairs, but if we want to go down that path of Rock you can get rid of any Dylan album have you seen him in concert? you might need to define rock. the bloke picking up the electric guitar for maggie's farm all those years ago blows 99.9% of the rest of the nominations out the door.
laficion Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 I love Van Halen Ross, but Pink Floyd's Dark side of the moon was simply fantastic.
Mr Peales Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Some really great selections above. I'm not really interested in a lot of the hand-me-down classics. You shouldn't really give a **** about an opinion as to what should and shouldn't be on your list. It's rock and roll for god's sake. These are some that I would consider historic, as they have that certain rock-thang that will stand my test of time. They've got legs! Radiohead: OK Computer, Kid A, Amnesiac Beatles: Revolver, Rubber Soul, MMT, White Album, Abby Road Joy Division: Closer Bruce Springsteen: Nebraska Neil Young: Everyone Knows This is Nowhere, Harvest Iggy Pop: The Idiot Built to Spill: Keep It Like a Secret Arcade Fire: Funeral Mercury Rev: Deserter Songs Big Star: Third/Sister Lovers Bowie: Diamond Dogs. Mazzy Star: Among My Swan Flaming Lips: Soft Bulletin Nick Cave: From Her to Eternity Roxy Music: Country Life The Walkman: You and Me Animal Collective: Feels -P
SmokinLightning Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Slayer - Reign in Blood Perfect blend of hardcore punk, speed and death metal. Groundbreaking production work in this genre. Still as relevent with metal heads today as it was 25 years ago. Plus, includes Angel of Death, the all-time greatest metal song of all time. \m/
dcse Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Pink Floyd - Wish you were here Bob Dylan - Blood on the Tracks Iggy Pop - Avenue B "No ****" It was in the winter of my fiftieth year When it hit me I was really alone And there wasn't a hell a lot of time left Every laugh and touch that I could get Became more important Strangely, I became more bookish And my home and study meant more to me As I considered the circumstances of my death I wanted to find a balance between joy and dignity On my way out Above all, I didn't want to take any more **** Not from anybody
joeypots Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 have you seen him in concert?you might need to define rock. the bloke picking up the electric guitar for maggie's farm all those years ago blows 99.9% of the rest of the nominations out the door. I saw him in '73 or 4 when he was doing his last tour with The Band. My old man came home from work and said, "I have tickets to see some guy named Bob." He did acoustic and electric sets. The last song, Like a rolling stone was as good as rock and roll gets. He also did a solo version of "Blowing in the Wind", I don't think I'll ever forget that even if it is a folk song.
TMS36 Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Here are a few I think cannot go without mention: Ramones - Ramones The Clash - Self Titled & London Calling Cream - Wheels of Fire Black Sabbath - Self Titled and Paranoid
Roy R. Frush Posted September 29, 2010 Posted September 29, 2010 Slayer - Reign in BloodPerfect blend of hardcore punk, speed and death metal. Groundbreaking production work in this genre. Still as relevent with metal heads today as it was 25 years ago. Plus, includes Angel of Death, the all-time greatest metal song of all time. \m/ I'm embarrassed to admit I once owned this album! I find the whole Satanic metal thing so corny. My favorite metal album is Metallica's "Ride the Lightning" which I consider "perfect." Another perfect album to me is Racer X's "Second Heat." Totally different genres from Slayer and, personally, much more sonically interesting. The two albums above are just as huge to me as Van Halen's first album. Boston's debut is also a perfect album in my book if we're talking rock.
Mr Peales Posted September 29, 2010 Posted September 29, 2010 Wait just a minute here... Those are bands not albums. Commit! Commit!
Lotus400 Posted September 29, 2010 Posted September 29, 2010 From the esoteric side of things - how about Genesis Lamb Lies Down on Broadway. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers - Full Moon Fever and Damn the Torpedoes If you can make the stretch that Joni Mitchell is considered rock and roll - Court and Spark
bassman Posted September 29, 2010 Posted September 29, 2010 From the esoteric side of things - how about Genesis Lamb Lies Down on Broadway.Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers - Full Moon Fever and Damn the Torpedoes If you can make the stretch that Joni Mitchell is considered rock and roll - Court and Spark If Joni Mitchell is R&R, I'm going to have to start listing albums by the Incredible String Band!
khomeinist Posted September 29, 2010 Posted September 29, 2010 Embarrassed by Slayer? That is a first. The 'satanism' was a marketing ploy for many bands. They laugh. Moms cry. Kids buy. A few (somewhat) esoteric jams for the youth... ....And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead: 'Source Tags and Codes' My Bloody Valentine: 'Loveless' Drive Like Jehu: 'S/T' Jawbreaker: 'Dear You' Rein Sanction: 'Broc's Cabin' Swervedriver: 'Raise' The Mob: 'Let the Tribe Increase' Modest Mouse: 'Lonesome Crowded West' Pulp: 'Different Class' Social Distortion: 'Mommy's Little Monster' Sunny Day Real Estate: 'Diary' Texas is the Reason: 'Do You Know Who You Are?' Interpol: 'Turn on the Bright Lights' Destroyer 666: 'Phoenix Rising' I like the switch of focus away from historical impact. We are not responsible for what gets marketed and diffused. Van Halen 1 is a fun listen (and certainly a rock classic)...but the L.A. glam it inspired? Not a big fan of the tranny scene. No offense to those challenged by gender!
Puros Y Vino Posted September 29, 2010 Posted September 29, 2010 Embarrassed by Slayer? That is a first. The 'satanism' was a marketing ploy for many bands. They laugh. Moms cry. Kids buy. LOL. Well put. Another form of packaged rebellion.
Lotus400 Posted September 30, 2010 Posted September 30, 2010 If Joni Mitchell is R&R, I'm going to have to start listing albums by the Incredible String Band! It seems some people consider Joni Mitchell R&R. Inducted in 1997 to the R&R Hall of Fame. Certainly not Heavy Metal or maybe your definition of Rock & Roll, but no where near the Incredible String Band. Court and Spark is a Historic Rock and Roll Album as viewed by most music critics. All Inductees: M * Madonna Madonna Induction category: Performer | Presented by: Justin Timberlake * The Mamas and the Papas The Mamas and the Papas Induction category: Performer * Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil Induction category: Non-Performer | Presented by: Carole King * Bob Marley Bob Marley Induction category: Performer | Presented by: Bono * Martha and the Vandellas Martha and the Vandellas Induction category: Performer * George Martin George Martin Induction category: Non-Performer * Curtis Mayfield Curtis Mayfield Induction category: Performer | Presented by: Sean John Combs * Paul McCartney Paul McCartney Induction category: Performer * Clyde McPhatter Clyde McPhatter Induction category: Performer * John Mellencamp John Mellencamp Induction category: Performer * Metallica Metallica Induction category: Performer | Presented by: Flea * Joni Mitchell Joni Mitchell Induction category: Performer * Bill Monroe Bill Monroe Induction category: Early Influence * The Moonglows The Moonglows Induction category: Performer * Scotty Moore Scotty Moore Induction category: Sideman * Van Morrison Van Morrison Induction category: Performer | Presented by: Robbie Robertson * Jelly Roll Morton Jelly Roll Morton Induction category: E
Roy R. Frush Posted September 30, 2010 Posted September 30, 2010 Embarrassed by Slayer? That is a first. The 'satanism' was a marketing ploy for many bands. They laugh. Moms cry. Kids buy. Oh, so they weren't really serious? Fake devil worship = corny Sincere devil worship = sad Van Halen 1 is a fun listen (and certainly a rock classic)...but the L.A. glam it inspired? Not a big fan of the tranny scene. No offense to those challenged by gender! The glam look was certainly pretty cheesy, but those dudes weren't pretending to be trannies! The girls definitely knew what to expect when they got backstage...
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