Hundred Goals Top 10 Albums of All Time

While working out today I was listening to music on my MP3 player and thought it would be fun to make a post about what I consider to be the 10 Best Albums of All Time.  It might be a good way for my readers to get a better feel about who I am and what I enjoy.  I don’t consider myself to be very well-rounded in my musical tastes and that will show when reading my list.  That is okay, I know what I like.

Hundred Goals Top 10 Records of All Time:

10) AC/DC- Back in Black

Why I like it:  AC/DC is one of those bands that I grew up listening to and have enjoyed throughout my entire life.  I chose this album over all their others because it is loaded with great songs that get your foot tapping.  Some of my favorite AC/DC songs aren’t on this album, but I would still say it is the best album overall.

9) Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band- Greatest Hits

Why I like it:  When I was road tripping across Nebraska I played this album repeatedly because it fit so well with where I was at that moment, both physically and emotionally.  The songs on this album are timeless and the lyrics have great meaning, especially  “Turn the Page” and “Against the Wind”.

8) Hatebreed- Supremecy

Why I like it:  It gets me motivated.  It puts me in a positive frame of mind, like I can conquer anything.  When people hear me coming (I listen to this LOUD in my car) they probably wonder why I like listening to a guy screaming into a microphone.  The truth is that I love hard and heavy music, but not all bands that play this type of music are good.  Hatebreed has a powerful message about self-empowerment and conquering personal demons.  It is very positive music.

7) Staind- Dysfunction

Why I like it:  This is one of those albums that is good for so many reasons.  It is heavy when it is appropriate and Aaron Lewis is an amazing vocalist.  Staind was one of my favorite bands for quite a while and I was fortunate enough to have an opportunity to meet Aaron Lewis after an acoustic set.  Every song on this album is amazing.

6) Slipknot

Why I like it:  If you want to work out like never before, you should be listening to this album.  The fast drumming and screaming vocals get my body moving faster than I ever thought possible.  The sweat pours out of me but I want to push harder when the screaming gets louder.  If you don’t listen to hard music when you workout, you should try it, you’ll get fantastic results.

5) Metallica- …and justice for all

Why I like it:  This is another album I grew up and have enjoyed my entire life.  The songs on this album are easily the best compositions Metallica has ever written.  I especially like the song “One” because it has such a range of melody, from slow to fast. 

4) Tool- Aenima

Why I like it:  Simply great music.  Maynard James Keenan is nothing short of a genius and it shows in the complexity of the music on this album.  Listening to the album from start to finish is more than listening to music, it is an experience all of its own.  If you haven’t listened to Tool before I recommend you check out some of the music from this album.

3) Brand New- The Devil and God Are Raging Inside Me

Why I like it:  Brand New is a relatively new band to me, only listening to them for a little over 2 years now, but they have quickly become one of my favorites.  Their music is different from a lot of what I typically listen to as it is much more mellow and laid back.  The messages in their lyrics are powerful and carry a lot of meaning.  I like to listen to this album when I am skateboarding because it flows so well.

2) Marilyn Manson- Antichrist Superstar

Why I like it:  Most people look at Marilyn Manson and automatically respond to his strange appearance.  Their opinion of him has been determined and they don’t give his music a chance.  I really enjoy all of his music but I chose this album because it is the one that introduced me to his music.  There are a lot of classic songs on here that almost everyone knows, whether they like Marilyn Manson or not.

1) Pink Floyd- Wish You Were Here

Why I like it:  Simply said, I like this album because of the music.  It is great!  If you want to relax at the end of the day, this is the album to listen to.  Pink Floyd’s music is timeless and they were way ahead of their time when they were creating music and are still ahead of their time!  There has been no other band who could do what Pink Floyd has done musically. 

I hope that even though I probably listen to a much different style of music than you may that you will check out some of these bands, you may find yourself enjoying them as much as I do.