97. The Strokes- Is This It- 2001
I absolutely loved the Strokes when they first appeared. Probably one of the first alternative rock bands I actually got into properly. This album when I listen to it still sounds as fresh as when it first came out and since this album they seem to have not really regained this level of quality. The singles will remain in my mind forever. (NB. The album art is the US version)
Key Songs- The Modern Age, Someday, Last Nite
96. The Charlatans- Tellin' Stories- 1997
The first of many great albums which came out in 1997. Let's face it The Charlatans have never been as prolific as some of their peers but this is probably the closest they came to making a definitive album. While it was being completed the keyboardist Rob Collins was killed in a car crash so Martin Duffy of Primal Scream fame helped complete the album. There are many great songs here so if you like 90's indie it is essential.
Key Songs- With No Shoes, North Country Boy, One to Another
95. Black Grape- It’s Great When You're Straight...Yeah- 1995
Haha this album makes me laugh. Who the hell had thought it after the Happy Mondays Ryder and Bez would be back and even with a rapper called Kermit. I heard Kelly's Heroes first and then bought the album for about £3. If you want Happy Mondays + More Fun + A Rapper buy this.
Key Songs- In the Name of the Father, Kelly's Heroes, Yeah Yeah Brother
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