Best Rock Albums 1960s
The 1960s were a pivotal decade for rock music, giving rise to several essential records that helped to establish the genre. The concept album “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” by The Beatles revolutionized the possibilities for studio recording and songwriting.
Bob Dylan’s “Highway 61 Revisited” exhibited his creative brilliance and merged Folk and Rock, was a seminal work in both genres. “Let It Bleed” by The Rolling Stones captured the gritty, bluesy heart of rock ‘n’ roll, while “Are You Experienced” by Jimi Hendrix pushed the envelope of electric guitar and psychedelic Rock.
The Doors broke through with the classic hit “Light My Fire,” and an incredible self-titled debut set. The following year, the Iron Butterfly blew the doors off with their epic classic “In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida.” It became the first Hard Rock album to go platinum.
The Beach Boys’ “Pet Sounds” was another example of Brian Wilson’s inventive production and harmony techniques. These albums continue to be well-received by listeners and uphold their standing as some of the best Rock albums of all time.
Number 10
The Beatles
– Meet the Beatles!
Meet the Beatles! is a landmark album that introduced a seismic shift in popular music, capturing the raw excitement and boundless charisma of The Beatles at the dawn of their American breakthrough. With infectious energy, driven by a fusion of irresistible melodies, tight harmonies, and a confident, youthful spirit, its polished yet spirited production bridges rock ‘n’ roll roots with a modern pop sensibility.
