1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die (Updated for 2021)

Now newly revised for 2021, this fascinating book is the ultimate critical guide to historys greatest albums. 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die is the ultimate critical guide to historys greatest music. Youll find a mouthwatering choice of listening here: from Miles Daviss jazz landmark Kind of Blue (1959) to David Bowies tragic final release (2016), alongside groundbreaking releases by contemporary artists. Explore musical history from the symphonic pop of The Beach Boys Pet Sounds to the gargantuan grunge of Nirvanas Nevermind. As well as the acknowledged milestones without which no collection is complete, youll discover many unexpected treats, such as Einst?rzende Neubautens power tool-enhanced soundscapes and Aphex Twins sonic troublemaking. 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die pays homage to the forces that have shaped rock and pop - but also dips into dance, jazz, funk, punk, disco, soul, hip-hop, world music and the avant-garde. Fascinating insights and trivia accompany detailed reviews of each album. What did Time magazine consider the twentieth centurys greatest album? Which anthem by Prince was an attempt to emulate Bob Seger? And what links Count Basie and Batman? With inside knowledge and incisive criticism from 90 internationally acclaimed music journalists, this updated edition provides an indispensable companion to the music itself. Illustrated with more than 900 iconic images of album covers, bands and artists, 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die is a must-have for the musically inspired--Publishers description.