Some albums are so profound they are still relevant over five decades later.
Last year, ShortList ranked the 50 best rock albums of all time, compiling a list of the most legendary records in rock history. Most continue to prevail as classics decades later.
This ranking featured countless iconic albums such as Metallica's Master of Puppets (1986) at No. 37, AC/DC's Back in Black (1980) at No. 13 and Jimi Hendrix's Are You Experienced (1967) at No. 7. However, one classic 1970s band took both the No. 5 and No 1 spots. That band is Pink Floyd.
Beating out both Led Zeppelin's IV (1971) and the Beatles' Abbey Road (1969), Pink Floyd's eighth studio album, TheDark Side of The Moon (1973), took the top prize, while their 1975 album Wish You Were Here secured the No. 5 spot. The 1973 record is an ultimate classic, widely recognized for its unparalleled legacy as arguably the greatest concept album ever made.
1973 photo of Pink Floyd. Los Angeles, CA.Jeffrey Mayer/WireImage
The Pink Floyd album is a cornerstone in rock history, largely credited with propelling the progressive rock genre into the mainstream and pioneering studio techniques. Its experimental use of cinematic soundscapes, synthesizers, seamless track transitions and thematic sound effects made it a standout example of what modern production could achieve.
Its introspective, thematic lyrics about the human experience connect deeply with audiences even today, making it a definitive No. 1 pick for rock rankings.
TheDark Side of The Moon has sold over 45 million copies since its release, holding the record for the longest an album has stayed on the Billboard 200 chart: 471 consecutive weeks between 1973 and 1988. The album went on to achieve multiple Gold and Platinum certifications for its immense commercial success as well as an induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999 for its cultural and historical impact.
Pink Floyd Background
Pink Floyd was formed in 1965 by vocalist and guitarist Syd Barrett, bassist Roger Waters, keyboardist Richard Wright and drummer Nick Mason. In 1968, David Gilmour replaced Barrett after his departure. Between 1967 and 2014, the band released 15 studio albums, with their most iconic works produced in the 1970s and 1980s.
Throughout Pink Floyd's career, the group has been celebrated as a monumental force in music, earning a Polar Music Prize in 2008 and an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1996 for their unforgettable contributions to the medium.
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