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My favourite pop albums
Abbey RoadAbbey Road by The Beatles
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Brilliant. But all their albums are worth a listen.
Out of TimeOut of Time by R.E.M.
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An old pop-rock favourite but still sounds fresh.
InnervisionsInnervisions by Stevie Wonder
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A masterpiece that showcases Stevie Wonder's multiple talents. No filler tracks in sight.
Twelve Stops and HomeTwelve Stops and Home by The Feeling
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A modern album that delivers proper, original melodies. When listened to closely the lyrics are maudlin but the sound remains upbeat.
Scoundrel DaysScoundrel Days by a-ha
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A-ha at their quirky and faintly dark best. Great harmonies and emotional tension from what was, on the surface, just another 80s pop band.
GracelandGraceland by Paul Simon
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An innovative fusion of pop with african sounds with the odd bit of wry humour thrown in.
Madonna - I'm Going To Tell You A Secret [Live] [DVD + CD]  [2005]Madonna - I'm Going To Tell You A Secret [Live] [DVD + CD] [2005]
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She's great live and this album captures her well.
Rumours (1977)Rumours (1977) by Fleetwood Mac
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A classic pop-rock album with variously paced tracks.
Catch a FireCatch a Fire by Bob Marley & The Wailers
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I prefer this to Marley's greatest hits album.
Vom Selben SternVom Selben Stern by Ich + Ich
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German popsters Ich und Ich serve up a nice little album with more to it than the catchy singles releases. German lyrics.
Purple RainPurple Rain by Prince & the Revolution
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Absolute classic.
StarsStars by Simply Red
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Domestically friendly, and good throughout.