Rock Albums With No Bad Songs
There’s no feeling like listening to a great rock album, and Audio Ink Radio is presenting its tally of unforgettable rock albums with no bad songs. – Author: Anne Erickson, Photo via Anton Corbijn
The rock genre is packed with fantastic singles, many of which stand the test of time and remain popular from generations to generations. But, the genre is also special in that it has great albums, not just one-off cuts. The most unforgettable rock albums have no bad songs and take the listener on a journey, from start to finish.
These albums are also best listened to from front to back instead of in a random mix, and they just flow so incredibly well. There’s really no feeling in the world like listening to a great rock album, and in honor, Audio Ink Radio presents its tally of unforgettable rock albums with no bad songs.
Rock Albums With No Bad Songs
Guns N’ Roses, “Appetite for Destruction”
“Appetite for Destruction” is kind of the holy grail of great rock albums. If someone were to ask to listen to one album to know what hard rock is all about, this one would be a good pick. The 1987 release from Guns N’ Roses features a bevy of hit singles, from “Welcome to the Jungle” to “Paradise City” to “Sweet Child O’ Mine.” It’s packed with catchy riffs and powerful vocals. There are zero bad songs on here, making it perfect for this tally.
Led Zeppelin, “Led Zeppelin IV”
Pretty much any Led Zeppelin album could have made it onto this tally, but “Led Zeppelin IV” is a special treasure. This record has one fantastic rock single after the next, starting with the sludgy “Black Dog” and continuing on with tracks such as “Stairway to Heaven,” “Going to California” and “Misty Mountain Hop.” While “Led Zeppelin IV” has some of the most memorable classic rock songs ever, even the non-singles are special.
Nirvana, “Nevermind”
Sure, Nirvana’s 1991 sophomore album “Nevermind” is known for the hit single “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” but every single song on this record rocks hard. So many bands from the grunge era have albums that have no filler, but this is the one that defines the genre.
Pink Floyd, “The Dark Side of the Moon”
Pink Floyd’s albums, in general, are the opposite of anything trying to cultivate a hit single, and they’re made to be listened to in full. “The Dark Side of the Moon” is a special release, and it actually marks the albums with the longest number of consecutive weeks on the Billboard 200 chart. Every single song in here is a sonic masterpiece. You may want to try listening to this record with your eyes closed, because it may take you places you’re never been before.
Queen, “A Night at the Opera”
Queen’s 1975 opus “A Night at the Opera” is widely considered not only their best album but one of the most imaginative records in rock music. It was highly influential, and while this record is known for “Bohemian Rhapsody,” there are really no bad songs on here, making it a must-listen.
The Rolling Stones, “Exile on Main St.”
The Rolling Stones have countless rock hits, and many of them reside on “Exile on Main St.” The band’s 10th studio album, “Exile on Main St.,” brought a catchy and unique mix of raw, real rock ‘n’ roll with a slight country swagger. Every song on here tells a story, and it’s a great record.
The Who, “Tommy”
Released in 1969, The Who’s “Tommy” is one of the earliest rock opera on the books. Since the album is truly a rock opera, it’s meant to be listened to as such, from start to finish. Each song blends into the next, and it’s one of the most cohesive albums in rock ‘n’ roll.
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