Rolling Stone's 100 Best Albums of the Eighties
Editors' Picks Span Diverse Genres
From Synth Pop to Funk, the Decade's Most Iconic Records
Rolling Stone magazine has released its highly anticipated list of the 100 best albums of the 1980s, a testament to the transformative impact the decade had on popular music.
The list spans a wide range of genres, reflecting the eclectic nature of the '80s music scene. From the pioneering synth pop of Depeche Mode's "A Broken Frame" to the groundbreaking rap of Run-DMC's self-titled debut, the editors have curated a comprehensive representation of the decade's musical diversity.
Heavy metal legends Metallica and Judas Priest make their mark, with "Master of Puppets" and "British Steel," respectively. Funk icon Prince reigns supreme with both "1999" and "Purple Rain," while Talking Heads' "Remain in Light" brings the Afrobeat influence to the forefront.
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