(Listed by year; starting with old to new)

• Elvis Presley- Elvis Presley (1956)

‘I’m Counting on You,’ to listen to this album. The self- titled record is the King of Rock’s debut studio album. When you listen to Presley’s legendary hit, ‘Blue Suede Shoes,’ you are guaranteed to be taken back to the 50’s when rock was just in it’s prime.

• Led Zeppelin- Led Zeppelin (1969)

When renowned English band Led Zeppelin released their debut album which is self- titled, they  started their rise to be one of rock and roll’s biggest bands. Any fan of Zeppelin or of rock music in general know the favorites, ‘Good Times Bad Times’ and ‘Dazed and Confused.’ This is an album that has been remembered as most iconic for generations.

• The Beatles- Abbey Road (1969)

What is a top 10 album list without The Beatles eleventh studio album ‘Abbey Road?’ A long time after the British invasion The Beatles released this classic album which includes most recognizable hits, ‘Come Together,’ and ‘Here Comes the Sun,’ This album is for anyone and everyone. You are guaranteed a great time listening no matter what age you are.

• David Bowie- The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust (1972)

Based on Mr. Bowie’s altar- ego, Ziggy Stardust, this is his fifth studio album and certainly most famous. This image change was in the 70s during the glamour rock era. Stardust’s song, ‘Soul Love,’ and other tracks surely contribute to creating this great album.

• Pink Floyd- The Dark Side of the Moon (1973)

Pink Floyd definitely hit the, ‘Money,’ with their eighth studio album. Their hit single, ‘On the Run,’ and most archetypal album cover are most memorable among all rock fans. The cover is an iconic figure for not only the band but history of rock.

• The Who- Quadrophenia (1973)

The Who took this album to the next level as it reflects a story. As said on Wikipedia.com,  “The name is a variation on the popular usage of the medical diagnostic term schizophrenia as dissociative identity disorder, to reflect the four distinct personalities of Jimmy, the opera’s protagonist – each said to represent the personality of one member of The Who.” Might sound confusing but it sure adds a deeper look into the band’s sixth album.

• Fleetwood Mac- Rumours (1977)

‘Dreams,’ ‘Go Your Own Way,’ and ‘The Chain,’ three of Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits are all included on this album. They are considered one of the world’s greatest soft rock bands and it includes the one and only Stevie Nicks. This British- American band never fail to deliver amazing albums, this one being at it’s finest.

• Bee Gees- Saturday Night Fever (1977)

Soundtrack for the classic movie, Saturday Night Fever, starring John Travolta the Bee Gees delivered an exemplar disco album. ‘Stayin’ Alive,’ is sure a song that will get you dancing every time.

• Michael Jackson- Thriller (1982)

The King of Pop created his iconic anthem ‘Thriller,’ for this album. A song that is  one of his most successful is known for it’s 15 minute music video and used as a Halloween melody every year. Other famous songs like, ‘Billie Jean,’ and ‘Beat It,’ are included on this album, shaping the prodigious Michael Jackson.

• Nirvana- Nevermind (1991)

The band of the 90s and creators of the grunge genre released their second studio album which became one of the most memorable records ever. Nirvana’s most recognizable song, ‘Smells like Teen Spirit,’ was the first single off this album and soon after it’s release the maelstrom in the music world began. All with the creative minds of Kurt Cobain, Krist  Novoselic and Dave Grohl this collection of songs will be forever known in rock history.