Chris DeMakes A Podcast THE THUNDRED: The Top 100 Albums of All Time (#40 - #21)
Dec 6, 2025
This countdown covers the top 100 albums of all time, unveiling influential records like Oasis' 'Definitely Maybe' and Radiohead's 'OK Computer.' Discover the hip-hop gem 'Paul's Boutique' with its groundbreaking sampling and the emotional depth of Jimmy Eat World's 'Clarity.' They also delve into the iconic power of Metallica's 'Master of Puppets' and the cultural impact of Cyndi Lauper's 'She's So Unusual.' The discussion spans genres and highlights the stories behind these defining albums, packed with musical insights and surprises!
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Crowd-Sourced Ranking Method
- Chris explains the list was built from 100+ people submitting top-20 lists and scored by position to create a fair aggregated top 100.
- He and Matt only contributed personal top-20s and did not sway the crowd-sourced rankings.
Clarity's Lasting Impact
- Chris recalls first hearing Jimmy Eat World's Clarity and being blown away, later re-listening and feeling the same awe.
- He calls Goodbye Sky Harbor a contender for greatest album closer ever written.
Double Album Risk Reward
- Matt argues double albums are risky but Melancholy And The Infinite Sadness justifies two discs with no filler.
- He praises Tonight, Tonight as possibly the best radio single of the 90s.