Top Five Albums v2.0: Defense of My Top Five

There was some discussion and complaints of my top five in the comments, and I'd like to take a moment and discuss some of these.

Cass and Garret mentioned The Bends vs. Kid A. This one for me is a no brainier. Kid A has been way more influential in my own music making experience. We used to listen to this record none stop in the van and I think it had a substantial influence on us as a group. Kid A is such a well put together record, each song fitting in the right place. It is like a well timed movie, taking you on an emotional roller coaster, knowing when to add highs and lows to it.

Garret mentioned Freewheelin' vs. Times from Bob Dylan. At first glance, I thought for sure that Freewheelin' was going to be my favorite Dylan record, but after really thinking about it, I decided on Times. Not taking anything away from Freewheelin', but I just felt like certain songs on Times had such a stronger impact on me. The Ballad of Hollis Brown and North Country Blues simply resonant so deep within me. I love this record.

I think that I have decided that Zep IV > over Zep II. With songs like When the Levee Breaks and Going to California, this record takes the cake for Zep.

Regarding not having the Black Album... I know, I know, I am giving up on my heritage. But I think when it comes down to it, I always liked Master of Puppets better. I listened to it more, it had more of an impact on my musical taste, and it is a far superior record overall. I'm sorry if you think I am lame, but I stand by this choice.


OK, narrowing down soon. Stay tuned.