New York, NY (Top40 Charts) There's nothing better than putting on some music after a long day at work, especially if you're listening to some of the best records out there. People all over the world can agree that there are some records that you must listen to at least once throughout your lifetime, as they're some of the greatest pieces of art that have been made throughout history. Here are ten of our top picks.
David Bowie: Ziggy Stardust
Listening to this record can take you back to the '70s, where David Bowie's name became synonymous with Rock 'n' Roll During the time that he was touring, David Bowie took on the personality of a fictional Rock 'n' Roll character called Ziggy Stardust. This character can easily be spotted through his performances and his music, making this album a unique icon for rock music.
The Cure: Disintegration
One of the few records that people consistently listen to from start to finish without skipping a single song is Disintegration. Staring into the night sky while listening to any of these songs will send you to a completely different dimension, one that's much brighter and more magical. This legendary masterpiece is one of the top recommended records you should listen to whenever you're free.
Run-D.M.C: Run-D.M.C
The godfathers of hip-hop, Run-D.M.C, show you how they created an entirely new genre of music through this record. Many of the best rappers today constantly give credit to Run-D.M.C for inspiring their music. Hearing the name Grandmaster Flash still brings the word 'legendary' to mind for many of the people who have watched hip-hop evolve throughout the years because of the impact that this record had.
The Righteous Brothers - Unchained Melody
If you want to set the mood with your significant other, then putting on this record will do the trick. The best part is if you play it on a record player, as the song and the setting will be perfect for one of the most romantic evenings of your life. Getting a record player can be a little difficult if you don't own one, as you have a lot of options available. You can easily find the best review on the subject through a quick search on the internet, as checking out reviews of the record player you have in mind is essential before you purchase it. Reviews also help you figure out some of the different features that most people don't know that the record player had, so make sure you read them.
Led Zeppelin: Led Zeppelin
There isn't a single list of the greatest records out there that doesn't include Led Zeppelin in it, as their music is simply that great. If you've got time to spare, checking out Led Zeppelin's self-titled album will leave you with several new favorite songs.
Miles Davis: Kind of Blue
For the people who want to put on some relaxing music to take their mind off of everything, then you'll be happy to know that your search is finally over. Listening to the smooth jazz trumpet of the renowned Miles Davis while cooking, reading, or taking a bath can put you in a state of relaxation that's difficult to replicate from any other record out there.
Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon
One of the best characteristics of Pink Floyd's music is that everyone who listens to it has a different experience that's unique to them. Listening to their album 'Dark Side of the Moon' is no different, as it takes you to a different dimension. People often claim that Pink Floyd's music has a psychedelic effect, making it one of the first few bands that encouraged the creation of the music genre called psychedelic rock.
Nirvana: Nevermind
While many people may see Nirvana's 'Nevermind' album as mainstream and complain about seeing it in every single music recommendation list there is, this just emphasizes how good it was. With the number of hits that this record had, it's very obvious why it's the go-to album to recommend to anyone who hasn't listened to it yet. Nirvana's music was so successful back in the early '90s that grunge became the most popular genre of rock music during that period.
When you look back at the history of most of these bands and artists, you'll see that the impact they had on the music scene redefined certain genres. Listening to these iconic records still has the same effect that it had back in the day, as their greatness transcends time. If you've got some free time that you want to kill then put one of these records on and bask in their beauty.
