Top 10 Best Albums of 1989

1989 was an era of transformation, where pop, rock, hip-hop, and electronic music all found new ways to innovate, connect, and excite audiences.

This was the year when artists like Madonna and Janet Jackson redefined pop music, blending infectious rhythms with messages of empowerment and independence. Meanwhile, in the rock world, bands were carving out bold new directions, blending styles or doubling down on the sounds that made them unforgettable. On the hip-hop scene, pioneers were stepping up with storytelling and beats that pushed the genre to greater heights, proving its lasting cultural importance.

Electronic music also began to make its way from underground clubs to mainstream ears. DJs and producers were introducing the masses to sounds that felt futuristic, shaping the next generation of music lovers. Across the board, 1989 was packed with artists taking risks, experimenting with form, and creating music that still resonates with listeners today.
The Top Ten
Queen - The Miracle

The album contains some awesome songs.

Madonna - Like A Prayer

I haven't listened to enough albums from this year to really say much, but this was a fantastic album.

One of the most iconic, influential, and phenomenal albums of the '80s.

The one and only QUEEN.

Aerosmith - Pump
The Cure - Disintegration

No disrespect to the five albums above, but Disintegration is better than all five of them combined.

Needs to be higher, in my opinion.

"Disintegration is the best album ever!" - Kyle Broflovski

Pixies - Doolittle

The best of all time, and forever after.

Beastie Boys - Paul's Boutique

This album will make you feel invincible.

Kate Bush - The Sensual World
Cher - Heart of Stone
Belinda Carlisle - Runaway Horses

Probably her best album. Songs like Summer Rain, La Luna, Vision of You, and Leave a Light On can prove it.

Janet Jackson - Rhythm Nation 1814

The Newcomers

? XYZ - XYZ
? Kicked & Klawed - Cats In Boots
The Contenders
Nine Inch Nails - Pretty Hate Machine
Taylor Dayne - Can't Fight Fate
Motley Crue - Dr. Feelgood
The Stone Roses - The Stone Roses
Tom Petty - Full Moon Fever

Total banger of an album. The first half is absolutely fantastic.

Stardust Moods - The Romantic Strings
Skid Row - Skid Row
Nirvana - Bleach
Morbid Angel - Altars of Madness

Surprised to see this masterpiece so high on the list. Best album ever, in my book.

Red Hot Chili Peppers - Mother's Milk

Knock Me Down is a very underrated song.

Peter Gabriel - Passion
The Seeds of Love - Tears for Fears
Faith No More - The Real Thing
Danger Danger - Danger Danger
Iron Maiden - Maiden England
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