Apple Music celebrates the launch of its first 100 Greatest Albums list

May 13, 2024

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Apple Music celebrates the greatest records ever made with the launch of its first 100 Greatest Albums list

Today begins the ten-day countdown with the unveiling of albums 100-91, featuring works by Solange; Tyler, the Creator; George Michael; and more

Discover, share and follow along as Apple Music journeys through the albums that shaped, inspired and fundamentally changed music

CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple Music today announced the release of the 100 Greatest Albums of All Time, a celebratory list of the greatest records ever made, curated by Apple Music’s team of experts along with a select group of artists including Maren Morris, Pharrell Williams, J Balvin , Charli XCX, Mark Hoppus, Honey Dijon and Nia Archives, as well as songwriters, producers and industry professionals. The list is an editorial statement, completely independent of any streaming songs on Apple Music – a love letter to the records that shaped the world in which music lovers live and listen.

Apple Music is bringing its Top 100 Albums to life with a countdown party starting today, unveiling ten albums every day for the next ten days, along with a brand new Top 100 microsite, new and exclusive content, special Apple Music Radio episodes and so much more. The countdown culminates on the final day with the unveiling of Apple Music’s ten best albums of all time during a radio special.

“100 Best brings together everything that makes Apple Music the ultimate service for music lovers: human curation at its peak, an appreciation for the art of storytelling, and an unparalleled knowledge of music and an even deeper love for it,” said Rachel Newman, Apple Music’s Senior Director of Content and Editorial. “We’ve been working on this for a very long time, and it’s something we’re all incredibly proud of and want to share with the world.”

“Putting together this list was truly a labor of love, both because it was incredibly difficult to do and because we are all so passionate about it,” said Zane Lowe, Apple Music’s global creative director and lead anchor for Apple Music 1. “We were instructed to select the 100 best – that is practically impossible. But as music fans, it was also great to take a moment and think about the music, albums and artists we love so much in this context. If this list sparks more discussion among fans outside of Apple Music and gets people talking passionately about the music they love, then we’ve done what we set out to do.”

The first ten albums, unveiled today, offer a glimpse into Apple Music’s unique approach with 100 Best. With seven of the ten records from the 21st century, two from the ’90s, just one from the ’70s, and several genres represented, the list highlights contemporary artists such as Tyler, The Creator; Robin; Gentleman; Travis Scott; Solange; Funeral; and more who helped define this century through their music and its influence on others.

100. Body languageRuby
99. Hotel California, Eagles
98. ASTRO WORLD, Travis Scott
97. Rage against the machineRage against the machine
96. Pure heroin, Gentleman
95. ConfessionsGUARD
94. Not trueFuneral
93. A chair at the tableSolange
92. FloristTyler, the Creator
91. Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1, George Michael

“Our listeners can discover so many fun facts about these albums,” said Scott Plagenhoef, Apple Music’s Global Head of Music Programming. “For example, two of the records unveiled today were promoted without the artist’s image, but for opposite reasons: Burial’s Not true because the artist still operated anonymously at the time, and that of George Michael Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1 because the artist actually retreated from fame.”

Discover, learn and share with friends

Complementing the list, Apple Music today also unveiled a dedicated microsite that will be updated each day of the countdown so listeners can easily follow along. The new 100 Best microsite, now available at 100best.music.apple.com, highlights in-depth analysis of each album, archival interviews and more, making it easy for fans to share their favorite albums with friends and on their social channels .

Discover records 100-91 of Apple Music’s 100 Best Albums at 100best.music.apple.com.

Follow along on Apple Music Radio

Fans will also be treated to a full 100 Best Albums Radio takeover on Apple Music Hits, airing 24-hour specials with Apple Music Radio hosts and daily specials at 9 a.m. PT (noon ET), plus exclusive content. on demand every day on Apple Music and Apple Podcasts.

The final ten albums will be revealed on Wednesday, May 22, with a special roundtable discussion broadcast globally on Apple Music, with guest artists Nile Rodgers and Maggie Rogers joining Apple Music’s own Zane Lowe and Ebro Darden to reflect on the list. Lowe will also curate a special mashup-style DJ mix featuring songs from all of the top 100 albums.

Apple Music will keep the momentum going after the countdown ends with an additional week of 100 Greatest Albums Radio Takeover on Apple Music Hits.

All 100 Best Album winners will receive an award consisting of blasted anodized aluminum, sourced entirely from recycled Apple products, in unique polished PVD gold. The design on the back of the award is inspired by a vinyl LP and is engraved with the artist’s name, album title and year of album release.

Discover Apple Music’s 100 Best Albums at 100best.music.apple.com and check back daily to discover the full list. Get exclusive content by following @AppleMusic on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and X.

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