10 MUST-HAVE VINYL RECORDS FOR COLLECTORS
Imagine a room with low lighting , a Miles Davis jazz song playing on a record player , and a good drink in hand . Well , life is good ! For a true music connoisseur , vinyl records are an absolute essential as they give a vibe like no other . Here are some vinyl records which will forever grace any nuanced collection .
1 . The Beatles – Abbey Road ( 1969 )
This one is surely a classic since the album is one of the greatest by the band , with an even more iconic cover . Its cover features the band crossing the road and is surely a memorable artwork . Songs like ' Come Together ' and ' Something ' grace this beautifully curated work . The warmth and subdued sound from the vinyl amplifies the album further .
2 . Pink Floyd – The Dark Side of the Moon ( 1973 )
This progressive rock masterpiece is a cornerstone of vinyl culture . The artwork in itself is iconic and can grace any collection . The meaningful lyrics and good audio experience make this one worth buying . It also includes songs like ' Time ', ' Money ', and ' Us and Them '.
3 . Fleetwood Mac – Rumours ( 1977 )
When you get three chartbuster songs in one unforgettable album , it surely speaks volumes about the band . Tracks like ' Dreams ', ' Go Your Own Way ,' and ' The Chain ' grace this beautiful album with an even more stunning cover , making it a 1970s rock legend .
4 . Michael Jackson – Thriller ( 1982 )
Well , this is the best-selling album of all time , and for a reason , as it shot Michael Jackson to phenomenal superstardom as he culturally impacted a whole generation of music listeners . ' Thriller ' includes so many genres that it can be loved in any mood .
5 . Miles Davis – Kind of Blue ( 1959 )
Some jazz never goes wrong in any collection , even if you are not a jazz aficionado . Miles Davis and his ensemble , along with John Coltrane and Cannonball Adderley , are perfect for days when you have to unwind . This is perhaps the greatest jazz record ever .
6 . Nirvana – Nevermind ( 1991 )
In their band ' s short lifespan , Nirvana made such a huge impact that they sealed their name in the annals of history . From its cover to its songs like ' Smells Like Teen Spirit ,' ' Come As You Are ,' and ' Lithium ', this one is one for keepsakes .
7 . Marvin Gaye — What ' s Going On ( 1971 )
Soul singer Marvin Gaye truly knew how to capture the heart of the audience with his smooth vocals and lyrics , which did a home run . This album is a powerful example of this and is surely a crowd-pleaser .
8 . AC / DC – Back In Black ( 1980 )
A well-curated vinyl collection is incomplete with some heavy metal for days when you want to ignite that fiery spirit . It still stands true that no one does heavy metal better than AC / DC , and their ultimate album ' Back in Black ' is a live example .
9 . Led Zeppelin — Physical Graffiti ( 1975 )
This double-set album of one of the greatest bands is an opulent addition to a collection . Making the vinyl player hit all the high notes and make you tap your feet to its notes , " Physical Graffiti ' is the album to buy . Tracks like ' Kashmir ' and ' Trampled Underfoot ' have some sick beats that make this album truly memorable .
10 . Joni Mitchell – Blue ( 1971 )
Joni Michell is a perfect singer-songwriter whose soft voice and hard-hitting lyrics make this album universally relatable , even for people listening to it for the first time . Tracks like ' A Case of You ,' ' River ,' and ' Carey ' are some major hits that are quite enjoyable
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