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My favourite-ever albums
White Album - The BeatlesWhite Album - The Beatles by The Beatles
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42 years old, this magnificent patchwork of genius shows the world that the Beatles had really grown up, and that Paul's voice was a thing of wonder
Bluesbreakers With Eric ClaptonBluesbreakers With Eric Clapton by John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers
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Mayall and Clapton helped to create a love of blues that spread back to America, via Pete Green, Rory Gallagher, Kim Simmonds and many others so that the black musicians got their dues at last.
A Hard RoadA Hard Road by John Mayall's Bluesbreakers
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Peter Green's magnificent debut with Mayall is timeless and brilliant
Sticky FingersSticky Fingers by The Rolling Stones
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The Stones' finest hour, helped in no small measure by Mick Taylor's fantastic guitar. Exciting, witty and moving songs and not a weak second anywhere.
Air Cut: RemasteredAir Cut: Remastered by Curved Air
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Curved Air part two, and the debut of genuine genius Eddie Jobson at 17 years old. Metamorphosis is the best prog track ever and all players astound. Kirby's solo in 2-3-2 is a classic.
ArgusArgus by Wishbone Ash
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What can I say about this classic? Recorded in the days when kids were getting better and better, and proud of it too. If your heart does not swell with pride at Andy Powell's 5 star playing is dead!
Exotic Birds and FruitExotic Birds and Fruit by Procol Harum
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Procol Harum at their most masterful, which is a achievement in itself with so many incredible albums.
Calling CardCalling Card by Rory Gallagher
Buy new: £12.69
Beautifully recorded, Rory at his best with the band of bands and superb playing by all. Fantastic songs
Irish TourIrish Tour by Rory Gallagher
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Rory again, blowing Ireland together with stunning music. The band is on fire.
Sell OutSell Out by The Who
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A lovely, lovely album, hugely under-rated, with Townsend at his peak. Sunrise is just gorgeous. 40 years old and it sounds brand new.
Nursery CrymeNursery Cryme by Genesis
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Hard to know where to start with this wonderful, intelligent, funny band. This is as good a place as any.
Stranger in the CityStranger in the City by John Miles
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John Miles is Britain's most deserving singer, guitarist and keys. Live he was just fantastic and his vocal range is unique.
Calling All the Heroes: The Best of It BitesCalling All the Heroes: The Best of It Bites by It Bites
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Best live banmd I have ever seen. All generic albums are a revelation, but this is a good start. Frank Dunnery's guitar!!!!
Live At The RegalLive At The Regal by B.B. King
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BB King at his very best, as always.
Blow By Blow/Wired/Jeff Beck's Guitar ShopBlow By Blow/Wired/Jeff Beck's Guitar Shop by Jeff Beck
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Jeff Beck - the genius. The Jeff Beck Band started heavy rock and heavy metal before Led Zep were even created.