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FMD — It was 20 years ago today

Freealonzo taking over FMD this week…

This year reminded me that we are hitting the 20-year anniversary of a lot of very good and influential albums.  In a way it makes sense, Nirvana’s Nevermind went huge in 1992 and the result was that a lot of “alternative” bands were “discovered” and promoted by the major labels and music consumers were more open to explore the music environment.  I think 1994 was the baby boom generated by the phenomena that was Nevemind.    In fact I would argue that 1994 was one of the greatest years ever for popular music.  Do you agree?  What about 1984? Or 1968?  1971?  Those years can make a case for best ever as well.

After the break see the list of influential (imho) albums released in 1994 and let us know what year you think was the “greatest ever.”  Best thing is there is no wrong answer (listing does not mean endorsement, athough I would swear by most of these albums).  Oh and don't forget to drop your lists.

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