Top 10 Best Albums of 1975
1975 was a landmark year for music, a period when artistry and innovation took center stage across every genre. It was a time when rock giants solidified their legacies, singer-songwriters poured their hearts into career-defining records, and the rise of new styles hinted at what was to come. You might remember it as a year when music felt expansive and deeply personal all at once - a balance that made it unforgettable for fans around the globe.Rock music thrived in 1975, with legendary acts delivering albums that would go on to define their careers. Progressive rock reached new heights with intricate, ambitious works that pushed the boundaries of what albums could achieve. Meanwhile, the raw energy of hard rock continued to electrify fans, and the emergence of punk on the horizon promised a revolution. At the same time, singer-songwriters were creating deeply emotional records that spoke to universal experiences, combining poetic lyrics with timeless melodies.
In pop and soul, the music was no less iconic. This was an era of lush production, unforgettable hooks, and artists who knew how to craft a song that stayed with you long after the last note played. Disco was beginning to find its rhythm, laying the groundwork for the dance floor anthems that would soon dominate the charts. Across the spectrum, 1975 felt like a year where creativity knew no bounds.
Oh yes. This and Wish You Were Here should be the top two.
Every song on this album is great. Death on Two Legs is a gripping opener, The Prophet's Song is a Brian May masterpiece (written by May, with lead vocals sung by Mercury), and Love of My Life is one of Queen's most beautiful songs in my opinion. '39 is another Brian May masterpiece, Sweet Lady is a fun rocker, and of course, Bohemian Rhapsody, which is more likely than not Freddie Mercury's masterpiece.
Those are just a few songs. Overall, the album as a whole is more likely than not Queen's best. By the way, is it weird that I admire Brian May's songwriting on this album?
"Shine on You Crazy Diamond"... Wow, this song makes me speechless. But all the songs are brilliant.
SOS is my favorite from this album.
The ABBA album was the group's third, and where they finally came into their own. With songs like Mamma Mia, SOS, and I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, ABBA began topping the charts all over the world.
A masterpiece of an album. Not perfect, but every song is amazing. Even Am I Going Insane, which is a bit weak, is a fun song and can be interpreted in many ways.
The Newcomers
