These are some of the most sonically and thematically influential albums to have ever been released; these recordings have left their mark on both popular and underground music since their releases. Spanning a wide variety of genres such as alternative rock, pop, electronic music, disco, hip-hop, soul, funk, heavy metal, punk rock, hard rock, blues, jazz, lo-fi, folk, country, outsider music, ambient, art rock, new wave, world music, hyperpop, trap, psychedelic rock, house, mashup, experimental rock, prog, and more, this list will give you an idea of what albums have paved the way, trailblazed, and pioneered their respective styles and genres. You can hear the influence of these albums in countless recordings that have come after them. Sure, there are plenty that could also be included, but this is a good starting point.
