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Grace: Legacy Edition [2CD + DVD]Grace: Legacy Edition [2CD + DVD] by Jeff Buckley
Buy new: £9.98 / Used from: £7.99
Wow, what can you say about this album? Vocals to haunt you forever.
Silent AlarmSilent Alarm by Bloc Party
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You think this album is good on CD, live it's bloody fantastic.
The BraveryThe Bravery by The Bravery
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A retro throwback to the electric 80's but with the feel of growing up in the 90's. Well done Mr. Endicott
What's Going OnWhat's Going On by Marvin Gaye
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Marvin bears his soul about the injustices in the world and I don't think anyone has done it better.
Meat Is MurderMeat Is Murder by The Smiths
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I just love this album, whether you agree with Morrissey's views or not, you can't argue with the delivery of them.
The Queen Is DeadThe Queen Is Dead by The Smiths
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A tribute to a lost England, considered their best album, judge for yourself.
London Calling - 25th Anniversary Edition [2CD + DVD]London Calling - 25th Anniversary Edition [2CD + DVD] by The Clash
Buy new: £13.92 / Used from: £10.00
Arguably one of the greatest albums of all time. Messers, Strummer and Jones excel themselves here, so the praise is justified.
Urban HymnsUrban Hymns by The Verve
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Quite possibly the most under-rated album of a generation. Chock-a-block with moving love songs and joyous rebellion.
Achtung BabyAchtung Baby by U2
Buy new: £8.47 / Used from: £1.44
People think "Joshua Tree" is their best, that may be so, but this is a great, fast-paced album with some brilliant love songs on it. i.e. "One".
The Magic NumbersThe Magic Numbers by The Magic Numbers
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The epitome of very easy listening. It just smoothly changes from one song to the next. Sublime lyrics and some majestic harmonies.
Pet Sounds: the Complete Album - Stereo/MonoPet Sounds: the Complete Album - Stereo/Mono by Beach Boys
Buy new: £4.98 / Used from: £3.74
The album inspired by "Rubber Soul" and, in my opinion, often surpasses it.
Forty Licks: the Definitive Rolling Stones Collection 1962-2002Forty Licks: the Definitive Rolling Stones Collection 1962-2002 by Rolling Stones
Buy used from: £15.00
It's hard to chose one Rolling Stones album, so I thought, this Greatest Hits collection would be fitting, if only for beginners. You could always get the back catalogue like me.
Never Mind the Bollocks Here's the Sex PistolsNever Mind the Bollocks Here's the Sex Pistols by Sex Pistols
Buy new: £4.98 / Used from: £2.10
Along with "London Calling", this is THE album to get if you like punk.
The MasterplanThe Masterplan by Oasis
Buy new: £2.82 / Used from: £0.09
People often rate either "Definitely Maybe" or "(What's The Story?) Morning Glory" as Oasis' best album but this collection of "shoulda been an A-side" songs will leave you spellbound.
Everything IsEverything Is by Nine Black Alps
Buy new: £6.47 / Used from: £0.58
First heard these guys live, and wasn't disappointed. Got their album when it came out, and again, wasn't disappointed. "Intermission" is the stand out track.
Room for SquaresRoom for Squares by John Mayer
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I got this album on the recommendations of a friend. I've got to say it is a excellent choice.
CalifornicationCalifornication by Red Hot Chili Peppers
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Their best in my opinion, the title track being one of their best songs. "Scar Tissue" and "Road Trippin'" are also stand out tracks.
Eyes OpenEyes Open by Snow Patrol
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This is a great album, which if listened to in order, tells a story about a relationship, from its begininng to its end.
The Last BroadcastThe Last Broadcast by Doves
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An excellent album, with some stirring songs about ending relationships and the reflection upon them.
Sketches for My Sweetheart the Drunk [Extra tracks]Sketches for My Sweetheart the Drunk [Extra tracks] by Jeff Buckley
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Considered a "lost" album, as, unfortunately, Mr. Buckley died before its full completion but what remains is one of the best collections of songs I've heard.
In Your Honour [2CD]In Your Honour [2CD] by Foo Fighters
Buy new: £4.98 / Used from: £1.72
An excellent album with the pace and tone of the album set with "Best of You". And a good balance of having an acoustic and a rock disc.
Steve McQueenSteve McQueen by Prefab Sprout
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A very under-rated band and this is possibly the most under-rated album of all time.
... But Seriously... But Seriously by Phil Collins
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Number one in 1989 for fifteen weeks, says it all. Some artists produce their best work through personal heartache, this is one such example.
Face ValueFace Value by Phil Collins
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Like the last album, another example of his best work after personal heartache. (His first marriage had just ended.)
Hot FussHot Fuss by Killers
Buy new: £40.00 / Used from: £2.50
One of the best albums in the last few years. Every track is a pounding electric ace.