"Perfect" albums?

[Crash]

I made this thread a while back on LS, so I might as well make it again here.

So, what are some albums you consider to be either perfect, or as close to perfect for you?

For me, the first is "Forbidden Evil" by Forbidden
The drum and guitar work is incredible. The lyrics are great, Russ' voice is incredible. It is easily one of my favorite albums ever. you all know that though.

Next, "Black Future" by Vektor
What do I need to say? Incredible guitar work, exciting, technical as fuck, but not to the point where it doesn't sound like a human, and David Disanto's vocals are incredible.

"Youthanasia" by Megadeth
Here, you have some heavy shit, and some more melodic shit. Some of the songs are actually pretty fucking emotional, some can even be depressing to some possibly. And to me, includes some of the most real songs ever. Not real as in "OGM INSTROOMENTS AND NOT COMPOOTER GENERATED CRAP," but I mean real as in relatable. People can easily relate to "Addicted To Chaos," "A Tout Le Monde," and "Family Tree."

A runner up is "Opus Eponymous" by Ghost. Nice 70s feel, clean vocals to contradict the Satanic vocals, no guitar wankery, and very memorable choruses. Downside? Too fucking short.

What about you?

[Zilla2112]

Here's my list, taken from my Sputnikmusic profile:

Between the Buried and Me - Colors
One of the most unique, versatile, beautiful, brutal, albums to have been recorded. The variety of emotion expressed throughout the record makes it quite an experience to behold, complete with perfect production, genre-bending sections, and not a dull moment in sight. Critics might say that it is a jumbled mess, but I'd completely disagree. 'Colors' has influenced me an incredible deal and is truly worthy of a perfect score.

Devin Townsend - Ocean Machine: Biomech
Devin Townsend's first "true" solo album is indeed one of his best. As opposed to his more aggressive Strapping Young Lad stuff, 'Ocean Machine: Biomech' takes a lighter and more heartfelt turn, though it is still heavy in its own right. There is not a bad moment on this album, but the ending is where 'Ocean Machine: Biomech' truly shines. "Bastard" and "The Death of Music" are easily two of the best songs I've heard in my entire life, both melancholic, beautiful, and filled with raw emotion.

Dream Theater - Black Clouds and Silver Linings
Call me crazy, but this might be Dream Theater's best album. Unlike most of their other albums, in which there is at least one weak song, the entirety of 'Black Cloud & Silver Linings' is fantastic. From the epic "A Nightmare to Remember" to the beautiful "The Best of Times" to the perfect closer "The Count of Tuscany", 'Black Clouds & Silver Linings' is the final and best album by the definitive Dream Theater lineup.

King Crimson - In The Court Of The Crimson King
A progressive rock masterpiece, 'In the Court of the Crimson King' is an album that will be remembered for ages to come. Its influence can be seen in most progressive rock albums that followed it, and few, if any, have reached the highs of this album. Even though the improvisational section at the end of "Moonchild" may not be of much interest, the perfection of songs like "Epitaph" and the album's epic closer, "The Court of the Crimson King" more than make up for this tiny flaw.

Miles Davis - Kind of Blue
'Kind of Blue' is the essential jazz record for both enthusiasts and casual listeners, such as I. Whether you use it as soothing background music, or you take a close listen to the solos, Miles Davis's classic does not disappoint, and is one of those records that most people should listen to and will probably enjoy.

Nine Inch Nails - The Downward Spiral
Trent Reznor created a dark, brooding masterpiece with 'The Downward Spiral', as it perfectly recreates the thoughts of depression and suicide through music. While most of the album is full of incredible songs, the album's best moment is on its closer, "Hurt". While Johnny Cash's cover is the most well known version of the song, I personally prefer the original, as it is one of the most beautiful, yet depressing songs I've heard.

Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here
The first time I listened to 'Wish You Were Here', I enjoyed it, but I didn't love it the way everybody else does. Eventually, after one night of listening to it again, I connected emotionally with the music and finally grasped the reason why this album is so great. From the beginning to the end of the epic "Shine On You Crazy Diamond", and the three tracks in between, 'Wish You Were Here' is a perfect album that, over time, resonated with me on a level that very few albums can reach.

Queen - A Night at the Opera
Queen's magnum opus, 'A Night at the Opera', showcases the variety Queen has to offer in its best possible way. Not only does it contain the classic "Bohemian Rhapsody", which is arguably Queen's greatest achievement, but it also contains some of Queen's other underrated classics, such as "Death on Two Legs (Dedicated to...)", "'39", "The Prophet's Song", and "Love of My Life". Certainly an album for the ages.

Queensryche - Operation: Mindcrime
'Operation: Mindcrime' is, by far, my favorite album of the 80's, and for good reason. The story of Nikki and the messages it portrays are very captivating, and the music itself is stellar, with not a bad moment throughout. While it may not be as 'progressive' as some other albums in the genre, it is indeed an incredible album with memorable songs such as Queensryche staples "I Don't Believe in Love" and "Eyes of a Stranger". It's a shame that Queensryche never made an album that even comes close to what 'Operation: Mindcrime' did.

Radiohead - OK Computer
'OK Computer' is certainly worthy of being called the definitive album of the 90's, and one of the best albums of all time. The rich, enthralling atmospheres Radiohead created combined with some of the most memorable songs make this an album to truly remember. While the album flows together incredibly well, tracks such as "Paranoid Android", "Exit Music (For A Film)", "Karma Police", "No Surprises", and my personal favorite, "Let Down" all stand out.

Slowdive - Souvlaki
'Souvlaki' is an emotional masterpiece filled with lush soundscapes and dreamy atmospheres combined with incredible songwriting. It flows brilliantly, and nothing seems out of place. It's not limited to one mood either, as it can be very melancholy and depressing or very relaxing and soothing depending on when one listens to it. With brilliant tracks like "Alison", "Machine Gun", "When the Sun Hits", and "Dagger", 'Souvlaki' is an album I'll always come back to.

Talking Heads - Remain in Light
Over the past few months, 'Remain in Light' has grown to become one of my favorite albums of all time. It's just incredible: from the funky grooves of "Born Under Punches" and "Houses in Motion", to the atmospheric and more depressing "Listening Wind" and "The Overload", as well as classic "Once in a Lifetime", 'Remain in Light' never fails to deliver. Not to mention it features superstar guests such as Brain Eno and Adrian Belew as well, both contributing their fair share to this album's brilliance.

The Beatles - Abbey Road
What can I say? It's The Beatles, and it's their best album. I can't find a single flaw, and its influence is evident in almost every other great work of music beyond it. "Come Together", "Something", "I Want You (She's So Heavy)", "Here Comes the Sun", and "You Never Give Me Your Money" are all classics, and the rest is great as well. If you haven't listened to this, please do so now.

The Beatles - Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
'Sgt. Pepper's' is the definition of a classic, from its perfect songwriting, track order, production, and influence on the music industry as a whole. While I do prefer 'Abbey Road' as the superior Beatles album, 'Sgt. Pepper's' is an experience you will not forget. From the rocking title track to the epic, "A Day in the Life", it is indeed one of the most important albums of all time.

The Devin Townsend Project - Deconstruction
Combining the heaviness of Strapping Young Lad with incredible songwriting, symphonic elements, a variety of guest performances, and even some humor, 'Deconstruction' makes its way on my top albums of all time. Devin spent a great deal of time into producing this masterpiece, and it pays off, being one of the best sounding albums I've heard in my life. The title track may be a bit too ridiculous for some, but otherwise, the rest of the album is pure gold.

The Devin Townsend Project - Addicted
'Addicted' is the perfect way to describe this album: once I started listening to it, I couldn't stop. There is not a single dull moment, and every song from the heavy title track to the powerful "Supercrush!" to the beautiful "Ih-Ah!" to the album's epic closer, "Awake!" is spectacular. Anneke's vocals and the album's incredible production are also big pluses, making this one of Devin's best albums yet.

The Devin Townsend Project - Ghost
The final album in the Devin Townsend Project, 'Ghost' is probably the best album Devin has made in his entire career. Being a radical departure from his metal roots, the soft, relaxing music of 'Ghost' has raised my spirits on several occasions and will probably never get old. The first half of the album is full of catchy, incredible songs, including the beautiful "Feather", but the second half is also enjoyable to listen to as well. There's just so much to say about this album that you should just listen to it yourself.

Yes - Close to the Edge
One of the greatest progressive rock albums of all time, 'Close to the Edge' is a flawless release that defines Yes's career, as well as progressive rock in general. Gone are the throwaway tracks from 'The Yes Album' and especially 'Fragile', and in are three brilliantly composed epics that do not ever disappoint. Not to mention that the organ section in the middle of "Close to the Edge" gives me chills every time I hear it.

[civplayah]

When listening to romantic and (sometimes) classical music, I really enjoy it, and can't think of anything to make it better. If that makes it perfect, then okay.

Pretty much anything by Chopin or Brahms is beautiful. I enjoy most of Beethoven's work, but some of it is just so horribly cheesy.

[SMAP]

I still can't find a single fault with Tallahassee by The Mountain Goats and that's literally the only collection of music I've ever felt that way to.

[Scarecrow]

Perfect albums?

Funeral of being by Xasthur, it's a great album and it just is full on with emotion. The main emotion is depression but that's what is great about it. The riffs are simple very simple but, it creates an atmosphere of some sort.

Hell awaits by Slayer. Really this is just my favorite Slayer album the album itself is just right, it isn't too long and it isn't too short.

I like it when you die by Anal cunt. Best album, it's just hilarious and it does have some great riffs. The lyrics are pretty good. I don't care what anyone says but Seth was just a clever writer despite how hateful and shitty he made it.

Leporsy by Death. That album right there is pretty much their best (to me at least) their lyrics got better and it shows a slight change, a mature if you call it. But the riffs are really my favorite part and Chuck's voice is just loud and powerful and isn't too low or high when he sings.

[Elysia Drake]

PERFECT ALBUMS OFF THE TOP OF MY HEAD IN ONE SENTENCE

hospice- the antlers: recommended if you enjoy crying over cancer patients in hospitals

boxer- the national: recommended if you enjoy crying over the sad lives of washed-up college graduates

wish you were here- pink floyd: recommended if you enjoy hearing billion-part songs about the same fucked up crazy dude that seems to show up a lot in these albums

lulu- metallica/lou peed: recommended if you enjoy buttsex

ironic sexy buttsex

[Pastel Mr. Shin]

Barzin - My Life in Rooms
Black Box Recorder - The Facts of Life
Divine Comedy - Liberation
Electric Light Orchestra - Eldorado
The Format - Snoop Dogg's Problems
The Gaylords - Let's Have a Pizza Party!
Girls at Our Best! - Pleasure
Richard Hawley - Coles Corner
The Human League - Reproduction
Momus - Circus Maximus
My Life Story - The Golden Mile
Pulp - Different Class
Radiohead - OK Computer
Rialto - S/T
Scott Walker - Scott 4
The Shangri-Las - Leader of the Pack
Slowdive - Souvlaki
Smith Westerns - Dye It Blonde
The Stares - Meridians
Suicide - S/T

They're all about giving birth to a newborn, having sex with the newborn baby then impregnating it. Male or female both will become infected with fluids from ones penis.

[Toki]

Devin Townsend - Ocean Machine
Devin Townsend- Deconstruction
Devin Townsend- Ghost
Metallica- And Justice For All
Megadeth- The System Has Failed
Mastodon- Crack The Skye
The Beatles- The White Album ( would be better without Revolution 9 )
Led Zeppelin - Led Zeppelin III
Steely Dan- Aja
Steely Dan- The Royal Scam
Rush- Moving Pictures
Rush- Hemispheres ( I don't care what you say )
Dream Theater- Awake
Pink Floyd- Animals

I'll think of more later.

[SMAP]

Dec 15, 2011 23:20:48 GMT -5 Elysia Drake said:

PERFECT ALBUMS OFF THE TOP OF MY HEAD IN ONE SENTENCE

hospice- the antlers: recommended if you enjoy crying over cancer patients in hospitals

boxer- the national: recommended if you enjoy crying over the sad lives of washed-up college graduates

wish you were here- pink floyd: recommended if you enjoy hearing billion-part songs about the same fucked up crazy dude that seems to show up a lot in these albums

lulu- metallica/lou peed: recommended if you enjoy buttsex

ironic sexy buttsex

why aren't you getting it off to the wall anymore

[Elysia Drake]

1. I don't get off to The Wall.
2. Even if I did think it perfect, I didn't feel like starting a huge thing because the general consensus here is that it ISN'T perfect and then everyone would be like SIWGEIORKDBRIR

[SMAP]

Dec 18, 2011 18:55:42 GMT -5 Elysia Drake said:

1. I don't get off to The Wall.

liar

[Elysia Drake]

Dec 18, 2011 19:01:08 GMT -5 SMAP said:

Dec 18, 2011 18:55:42 GMT -5 Elysia Drake said:

1. I don't get off to ponies

liar

[SMAP]

lol that was great I gotta admit

[Elysia Drake]

:B

[Fatalfriend]

Pinkerton - Weezer