Essential Albums In No Particular Order!

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Council Estate Of Mind
1.  Council Estate Of Mind by Skinnyman
The list author says:
  "Skinnyman's debut comes across as a rough around the edges street Hip-Hop at first, but this is a thought provoking, honest analysis of life on the council estates of London. Mr. Cameron take note!"
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A Battle Against The City Of Madness
2.  A Battle Against The City Of Madness by Mr Grimez The Anti Hero
The list author says:
  "Mr Grimez The Anti Hero's debut album. Not too hard not to soft. A UK Hip-Hop cult classic?"
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A Prince Among Thieves
3.  A Prince Among Thieves by Prince Paul
The list author says:
  "Prince Paul's 1999 cult classic! The man who produced De La Soul's first 2 albums was criminally overlooked by both commercial and underground Hip-Hop followers. One of my favorite Rap records ever!"
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The Chronic
4.  The Chronic by Dr. Dre
The list author says:
  "Dr Dre's classic solo debut heavily featuring Snoop Doggy Dogg. Took Hip-Hop production values to another level,  although the same cannot be said for the slightly Cliche lyrical content."
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Doggystyle (Explicit Version)
5.  Doggystyle (Explicit Version) by Snoop Dogg
The list author says:
  "Snoop Doggy Dogg's solo debut. Some say a carbon copy of the Dr Dre's Chronic which is good if your into Gangster Rap. I think it edges the Chronic in that it doesn't loose steam half way through."
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The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
6.  The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill by Lauryn Hill
The list author says:
  "Lauryn Hill's Debut album. A perfect blend of Soul, R&B and Reggae. Unique in that it has something for everybody. One of those rare albums that has multi-cultural, generational appeal."
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Brown Sugar
7.  Brown Sugar by D'Angelo
The list author says:
  "Another Debut! This is absolutely gorgeous. Anybody looking for smooth silky R&B music uninterrupted by abrasive forceful raps should listen to this. D'angelo's masterpiece. Every track a classic."
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What's Going On
8.  What's Going On by Marvin Gaye
The list author says:
  "Marvin Gaye's artistic rebirth. It blends together seamlessly similar to the second half of the Beatles Abbey Road. Highly influential and timeless and still relevant unfortunately."
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Original Musiquarium I
9.  Original Musiquarium I by Stevie Wonder
The list author says:
  "Impossible to recommend one Stevie Wonder album! This takes the best of his so called “golden period”. Brilliant Singing, Keyboard work and musicianship that has influenced every R&B artist since."
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Late Registration
10.  Late Registration by Kanye West
The list author says:
  "Kanye West's sophomore effort is my favorite of his “college themed” trilogy. Humorous, uplifting, reflective and ambitious. keeps momentum throughout. Saved Hip-Hop from becoming stale mid 2000's."
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Pet Sounds
11.  Pet Sounds by The Beach Boys
The list author says:
  "Pet Sounds is perfect. Brian Wilson's use of  big epic orchestral arrangements is spot on. The lyrics are heartfelt, honest and the boys provide great vocals performances throughout. Classic."
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Off the Wall: Special Edition
12.  Off the Wall: Special Edition by Michael Jackson
The list author says:
  "Michael Jackson's adult solo debut in my opinion is his greatest work. It has a looser “liver/dirtier” funkier feel than Thriller which is excellent too but overly calculated, perfect and pristine!"
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The 18th Letter
13.  The 18th Letter by Rakim
The list author says:
  "Rakim done for MCing what Bruce Lee did for martial-arts. This virtuosity is no longer exclusive to him but Rakim has a cohesive intelligent edge that separates the artists from MC's."
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Everything Is Everything
14.  Everything Is Everything by Donny Hathaway
The list author says:
  "Donny Hathaway is so under appreciated. Influencing Stevie Wonder to step up his singing voice, incorporating social political messages in his music 2 years before Marvin and Curtis."
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The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick
15.  The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick by Slick Rick
The list author says:
  "Slick Rick's 1988 classic debut. Pioneered a laid-back, conversation story telling style to Hip-Hop Rick Over-dubs his voice to great effect. This is very entertaining and fun."
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Giant Steps
16.  Giant Steps by John Coltrane
The list author says:
  "John Coltrane Giant steps; Talk about virtuosity this guy leaves everybody behind! Swinging drums, bass and piano. Would be to die for Live in person! My favorite Jazz album."
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The Beatles Box Set - Remastered in Stereo
17.  The Beatles Box Set - Remastered in Stereo by The Beatles
The list author says:
  "Had to see what all the hoopla was about with these guys. There are REALLY good but not peerless like some would have you believe. Respect is due for the countless many they have influenced!"
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Boy In Da Corner
18.  Boy In Da Corner by Dizzee Rascal
The list author says:
  "Dizzie Rascal's debut album. I was totally transfixed on the innovation of music, lyrics on display from the then 18 year old Dizzie Rascal who's wise beyond his years. UK Grime music at it's best."
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Too Hot To Handle...Plus + Central Heating...Plus
19.  Too Hot To Handle...Plus + Central Heating...Plus by Heatwave
The list author says:
  "Heatwave set the blueprint for Michael Jackson's musical success. Compare this to “off the wall” or “Thriller”. This is just as good as those! Sony wont reissue the bands entire back catalog"
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Syreeta / Stevie Wonder Presents Syreeta [Us Import]
20.  Syreeta / Stevie Wonder Presents Syreeta [Us Import] by Syreeta
The list author says:
  "Stevie Wonder's wife and collaborator in the early 1970s. He produced two albums for her during his absolute peak both here in their entirety. With Syreeta's sweet vocals and songwriting."
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Perfect Angel
21.  Perfect Angel by Minnie Riperton
The list author says:
  "Minnie Ripperton's peerless vocals with Stevie Wonder helping with production refraining from his trademark electronics in favor for a more acoustic vibe. Sounds great the summer!"
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3 Feet High And Rising (W/Bonus Cd)
22.  3 Feet High And Rising (W/Bonus Cd) by De La Soul
The list author says:
  "De La soul made it cool to be a individual in Hip-Hop. Being themselves and not portraying to be hard or street paving the way for many. Oh.. and the music's good as well!"
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Long Live the Kane
23.  Long Live the Kane by Big Daddy Kane
The list author says:
  "In the 1980's Big Daddy Kane was Rakim's only peer. His virtuous MCing  is so apparent that even non Rap fans can appreciate it. Marly Marl Production is great too. this is a classic!"
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