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Album Archives

Album Archives dives into the Top 300 Albums of All Time, as voted on by fans of the Music Rewind Podcast, exploring their creation, sound, and lasting legacy with host Steve Epley.

A micro-podcast with weekly drops of music history.

#300

Fleetwood Mac (1975)

This is the record that introduced the iconic lineup of Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Christine McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, and Stevie Nicks, blending blues roots with West Coast pop-rock to create a timeless classic.

#299

In The Court Of The Crimson King by King Crimson (1969)

This 1969 debut from King Crimson, led by Robert Fripp and Greg Lake, redefined rock with its bold fusion of jazz, classical, and psychedelic elements, birthing a prog-rock legend.

#298

Jailbreak by Thin Lizzy (1976)

This 1976 breakout from Thin Lizzy, led by the legendary Phil Lynott, fuses hard rock swagger with storytelling lyricism, cementing their place as one of the greatest rock bands of the ‘70s.

#297

Permanent Vacation by Aerosmith (1987)

This 1987 comeback album, led by the electrifying Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, blends gritty rock swagger with infectious hooks, cementing its status as one of the greatest rock albums of the ‘80s.

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#296

Speakerboxxx/The Love Below by OutKast
(2003)

Released in 2003, this masterpiece, driven by the dynamic duo of André 3000 and Big Boi, fuses innovative rap flows with soulful vibes and genre-defying experiments, solidifying its place as one of the most influential albums of the 2000s.

#295

The Stranger by Billy Joel (1977)

This iconic 1977 masterpiece that turned the Long Island piano man into a global superstar. Packed with timeless hits like ‘Just the Way You Are,’ ‘Scenes from an Italian Restaurant,’ and ‘Only the Good Die Young,’ this album blends gritty storytelling, pop-rock polish, and New York soul.

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#294

The Velvet Underground
& Nico (1969)

The groundbreaking 1967 debut that redefined rock music. Driven by Lou Reed’s raw poetry, John Cale’s avant-garde edge, and Nico’s haunting vocals, with Andy Warhol’s visionary touch, this album delivers dark, daring classics like ‘Heroin,’ ‘I’m Waiting for the Man,’ and ‘Venus in Furs.’

#293

Their Satanic Majesties Request
by The Rolling Stones (1967)

The Stones’ bold, experimental detour into psych-rock, blending cosmic vibes with gritty swagger. From the trippy grooves of “She’s a Rainbow” to the spacey sprawl of “2000 Light Years from Home,” this album captures a band pushing boundaries.

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#292

Come Away With Me
(2003)

In Norah Jones’ debut masterpiece, a seamless blend of jazz, folk, and pop that redefined modern music. From the intimate sway of “Don’t Know Why” to the heartfelt pull of “Come Away With Me,” this album showcases her smoky voice and timeless artistry.

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#291

Eliminator by ZZ Top
(1983)

 The Texas trio’s slick, synth-charged masterpiece that redefined their blues-rock roots. From the infectious strut of “Gimme All Your Lovin’” to the high-octane pulse of “Sharp Dressed Man,” this album blends gritty riffs with MTV-ready polish.

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#290

Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere (1969)

 The raw, electric masterpiece that launched Young and Crazy Horse into rock legend. From the gritty crunch of “Cinnamon Girl” to the sprawling intensity of “Down by the River,” this album blends folk soul with primal guitar fury.

#289

Hysteria by Def Leppard (1987)

The polished, electrifying triumph that propelled Def Leppard to global stardom, Hysteria (1987) is a rock juggernaut. From the infectious swagger of “Pour Some Sugar on Me” to the heartfelt surge of “Love Bites,” this album blends glam metal grit with pop-infused brilliance.

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#288

Live Rust
(1979)

The raw, unpolished gem that captures Neil Young and Crazy Horse at their live peak, Live Rust (1979) is a defining rock document. From the searing urgency of “Like a Hurricane” to the tender introspection of “After the Gold Rush,” this album fuses rustic folk with blistering guitar passion.

#287

No Need To Argue
By The Cranberries

(1994)

The haunting, emotive masterpiece that cemented The Cranberries’ place in alternative rock, No Need to Argue (1994) is a soul-stirring triumph. From the defiant ache of “Zombie” to the tender vulnerability of “Ode to My Family,” this album weaves Celtic-tinged melodies with raw, introspective power.

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#286

Pump by Aerosmith
(1989)

The gritty, high-octane masterpiece that revitalized Aerosmith’s reign in rock, Pump (1989) is a swaggering triumph. From the raucous bite of “Love in an Elevator” to the soulful edge of “Janie’s Got a Gun,” this album fuses bluesy rawness with hard-hitting, anthemic fire.

#285

Strange Days
by The Doors

The psychedelic, haunting masterpiece that solidified The Doors’ enigmatic allure, Strange Days (1967) is a mesmerizing triumph. From the hypnotic pulse of “Love Me Two Times” to the surreal depths of “People Are Strange,” this album blends poetic mystique with raw, electric swagger.

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#284

The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan

The poetic, folk-redefining masterpiece that launched Bob Dylan into legend, The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan (1963) is a timeless triumph. From the biting protest of “Blowin’ in the Wind” to the tender ache of “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right,” this album weaves raw storytelling with soulful, acoustic brilliance.

#283

The Soft Bulletin
by The Flaming Lips

The lush, psychedelic masterpiece that elevated The Flaming Lips to visionary heights, The Soft Bulletin is an emotional triumph. From the soaring optimism of “Race for the Prize” to the poignant depth of “Waitin’ for a Superman,” this album blends orchestral grandeur with raw, introspective heart.

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#282

Them Crooked Vultures

The raw, riff-heavy masterpiece that unleashed the supergroup Them Crooked Vultures, their self-titled 2009 album is a thunderous triumph. From the slinky groove of “No One Loves Me & Neither Do I” to the explosive drive of “New Fang,” this album fuses desert rock swagger with intricate, primal energy.

#281

Bad by Michael Jackson

The electrifying, genre-defying masterpiece that solidified Michael Jackson’s pop supremacy. Bad is a dazzling triumph. From the gritty swagger of “Bad” to the tender intensity of “Man in the Mirror,” this album blends infectious grooves with soulful, cinematic brilliance.

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#280

Foo Fighters
(1995)

The Foo Fighters’ raw, cathartic plunge into post-grunge, blending raw emotion with relentless drive. From the anthemic rush of “This Is a Call” to the tender grit of “Big Me,” this self-titled debut (1995) captures a band forging their sound with unpolished power.

#279

Ride The Lightning
by Metallica

Metallica’s blistering, genre-defining plunge into thrash metal, Ride the Lightning (1984) blends raw fury with intricate ambition. From the searing gallop of “Creeping Death” to the haunting depth of “Fade to Black,” this album captures a band forging a monumental legacy.

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#278

Surfer Rosa
by The Pixies (1988)

The Pixies’ raw, subversive dive into alternative rock, Surfer Rosa (1988) blends jagged energy with surreal brilliance. From the frenetic bite of “Bone Machine” to the haunting sway of “Where Is My Mind?,” this album captures a band redefining the underground sound.

#277

Turn On The Bright Lights 
by Interpol (2002)

Interpol’s brooding, post-punk masterpiece, Turn on the Bright Lights (2002) blends icy precision with raw emotional depth. From the hypnotic pulse of “Untitled” to the soaring melancholy of “Obstacle 1,” this album captures a band crafting a darkly magnetic soundscape.

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#276

Whitney Houston
(1995)

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#275

2001
by Dr. Dre

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#274

AM 
by Arctic Monkeys

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#273

Escape
by Journey

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#272

Grace
by Jeff Buckley

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#271

Pink Moon
by Nick Drake

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#270

Sandinista!
by The Clash

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#269

Tea For The Tillerman
by Cat Stevens

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#268

(Pronounced
'LÄ•h-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd)
by Lynyrd Skynyrd

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#267

Aftermath
by The Rolling Stones

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#266

American Beauty
by The Grateful Dead

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#265

Crime Of The Century
by Supertramp

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#264

Elvis Presley
(1956)

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#263

I'm Still In Love With You
by Al Green

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#262

In Step
by Stevie Ray Vaughan 
& Double Trouble

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#261

Life After Death
by Notorious B.I.G.

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#260

Moody Blue
by Elvis Presley

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#259

Oh, Inverted World
by The Shins

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#258

Superunknown
by Soundgarden

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#257

Temple Of The Dog
(1991)

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#256

The Band
(1969)

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#255

The Last Waltz
by The Band

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#254

Use Your Illusion 2
by Guns N' Roses

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#253

Violator
by Depeche Mode

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#252

Breakfast In America
by Supertramp

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#251

Doolittle
by The Pixies

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#250

Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We
by The Cranberries

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#249

Lady Soul
by Aretha Franklin

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#248

Some Girls
by The Rolling Stones

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#247

Tenacious D
(2001)

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#246

The Long Run
by Eagles

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#245

War
by U2

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#244

Young, Gifted and Black
by Aretha Franklin

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#243

Desperado
by Eagles

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#242

Fashion Nugget
by Cake

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#241

Innuendo
by Queen

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#240

It Takes A Nation Of Millions
To Hold Us Back
by Public Enemy

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#239

Mer de Noms
by A Perfect Circle

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#238

The Moon & Antarctica
by Modest Mouse

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#237

Use Your Illusion I
by Guns N' Roses

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