99 16. Tago Mago [40th Anniversary Edition] by Can November 15, 2011 This 40th Anniversary remastered edition of the 1971 krautrock classic features all of the original artwork from the UK release. It also includes a bonus CD of 50 minutes of remastered and previously unreleased material recorded in 1972. Tago Mago was recorded in Schloss Norvenich, a castle near Cologne owned by an eccentric art collector. It has been hailed by All Music as "One of the best albums ever, period." Metascore: 99 User Score: 8.4

99 17. The Complete Columbia Album Collection by Johnny Cash December 4, 2012 The 63 discs collection collects all 59 albums plus two compilations from Columbia Records by the country music legend. Metascore: 99 User Score: 7.4

99 19. The Queen Is Dead [Deluxe Edition) by The Smiths October 20, 2017 A new remaster of the original 1986 releases, a disc of demos, alternative takes, and B-sides as well as a disc called Live In Boston which was recorded at the Great Woods Center For The Performing Arts on August 5, 1986. The Super Deluxe Edition includes a DVD with The Queen Is Dead – A Film By Derek Jarman and the 2017 master in 96kHz/24-bit PCM stereo. Metascore: 99 User Score: 8.5

99 21. Ten Freedom Summers by Wadada Leo Smith May 22, 2012 The four-disc set from the jazz trumpeter was inspired by the Civil Rights Movement. Metascore: 99 User Score: 4.5

99 22. Girly-Sound to Guyville [Box Set] by Liz Phair May 4, 2018 The remastered and reissue of the singer-songwriter's 1993 debut Matador Records release Exile In Guyville includes her three Girly-Sound cassettes: Yo Yo Buddy Yup Yup Word to Ya Muthuh, Girls! Girls! Girls!, and Sooty. Metascore: 99 User Score: 6.0

99 23. Rumours [35th Anniversary Deluxe Edition] by Fleetwood Mac January 29, 2013 The 1997 Grammy-winning album is reissued as an expanded and deluxe edition box set. The set includes live recordings from the 1977 world tour, outtakes from recording sessions, demos, and a DVD with the documentary, "The Rosebud Film." Metascore: 99 User Score: 9.0

99 24. Abbey Road [50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition] by The Beatles September 27, 2019 The 50th Anniversary release of the Beatles 1969 album features stereo mixes by Giles Martin and Sam Okell and a disc of demos and session outtakes. A super deluxe includes an additional disc of demos and session outtakes, a coffee table book, and a Blu-ray disc of the Dolby Atmos, 5.1 surround and his-res stereo mixes of the album. Metascore: 99 User Score: 8.7

99 25. Music from Big Pink [50th Anniversary] by The Band August 31, 2018 The re-release of the 1968 debut of the roots rock group features a new stereo mix produced by Bob Clearmountain as well as a previously unreleased a cappella track, six outtakes and alternative versions. Metascore: 99 User Score: 7.8

99 27. Spiderland [Box Set] by Slint April 15, 2014 The remastered 1991 sophomore studio release for the math rock band includes a 104-page book, 14 unreleased demos and outakes; and a DVD of the Lance Bangs film, Breadcrumb Trail. Metascore: 99 User Score: 8.9

99 28. Late Night Tales by David Holmes October 28, 2016 The latest Late Night Tales collection features nine exclusive tracks from the electronic producer from Belfast. Metascore: 99 User Score: 6.0

99 29. Metal Box [Super Deluxe Edition] by Public Image Ltd. October 28, 2016 The digitally remastered and reissued of the British post-punk band's second album features B-sides, BBC sessions, a 1979 live recording at Russell's Club (The Factory) in Manchester as well as rare and unreleased mixes. Metascore: 99 User Score: 4.4

98 30. Homecoming: The Live Album by Beyoncé April 17, 2019 A surprise release in conjunction with her similarly titled Netflix documentary, Beyoncé's latest live album consists of 38 tracks recorded during her 2018 Coachella performances, plus a pair of new studio recordings, the Maze cover "Before I Let Go" and "I Been On." Metascore: 98 User Score: 7.9

98 31. The Velvet Underground [45th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition] by The Velvet Underground November 24, 2014 The Velvet Underground's third release is remastered with alternate mixes including the original, Lou Reed's "Closet mix," and the mono mix; live recording from San Francisco's The Matrix club in 1969; and a disc of songs recorded in New York's Record Plant in 1969 for it proposed fourth album for MGM. Metascore: 98 User Score: 8.4

98 32. Blue Lines: 2012 Mix/Master by Massive Attack November 19, 2012 The groundbreaking 1991 debut album for British trip-hop duo Massive Attack is reissued and remastered. Metascore: 98 User Score: 8.9

98 33. Graceland [25th Anniversary Edition] by Paul Simon June 5, 2012 The 25th anniversary release of Paul Simon's Grammy-winning album includes demos, alternative versions of songs, live tracks from the Graceland world tour, and the documentary, "Under African Skies." Metascore: 98 User Score: 8.1

98 34. Fetch the Bolt Cutters by Fiona Apple April 17, 2020 The fifth full-length studio release for the alternative singer-songwriter was self-produced and features contributions from Davíd Garza, Sebastian Steinberg, and Amy Aileen Wood. Metascore: 98 User Score: 8.1

98 35. Led Zeppelin III [Remastered] by Led Zeppelin June 3, 2014 The 1970 third studio album from the British rock band was reissued and remastered with deluxe versions including a disc of unreleased outtakes and mixes. Metascore: 98 User Score: 8.9

98 36. Houses of the Holy [Remastered] by Led Zeppelin October 28, 2014 The 1973 fifth studio release for the British rock band was reissued and remastered with deluxe versions including a disc of unreleased instrumentals and alternate mixes. Metascore: 98 User Score: 8.8

98 37. From Caplan to Belsize by Muncie Girls March 4, 2016 The debut full-length release for the British punk trio was produced and recorded by Lewis Johns. Metascore: 98 User Score: 6.0

97 38. Sound System [Box Set] by The Clash September 10, 2013 The 9-disc box set collects together five remastered studio albums; three discs of demos, b-sides, outtakes, rare tracks, and unreleased tracks; a DVD containing live performances, interviews, and music videos; reprints of fanzines, stickers, badges, dogtags, and a poster in a boom box-shaped set. Metascore: 97 User Score: 8.2

97 39. Coltrane '58: The Prestige Recordings [Box Set] by John Coltrane March 29, 2019 The five-disc box set features remastered chronological sessions from 1958 by the jazz saxophonist and a 75-page book with photographs and liner notes by Grammy-winning American music historian Ashley Kahn. Metascore: 97 User Score: 6.9

97 40. Physical Graffiti [Remastered] by Led Zeppelin February 24, 2015 The remastered release of the 1975 double-album from the British rock band features a disc of unreleased mixes. Metascore: 97 User Score: 8.4

97 41. SMiLE by Brian Wilson September 28, 2004 Well, better 37 years late than never. Originally intended to be the Beach Boys' 1967 follow-up to their legendary 'Pet Sounds,' 'Smile' was finally recorded as originally intended in April 2004 by Wilson and his current band, including co-songwriter Van Dyke Parks. Metascore: 97 User Score: 7.9

97 42. Van Lear Rose by Loretta Lynn April 27, 2004 It's been over 40 years since she released her first album (and four since her last, 2000's 'Still Country'), but the coal miner's daughter returns to the spotlight with this 13-track effort (all Lynn-penned originals), produced by The White Stripes' Jack White. Metascore: 97 User Score: 8.4

97 43. Lucinda Williams [Reissue] by Lucinda Williams January 14, 2014 The remastered reissue of the singer's self-titled third release, considered by some as one of the first Americana albums, includes 20 live tracks. Metascore: 97 User Score: 7.9

97 44. The Greatest Generation by The Wonder Years May 14, 2013 The fourth full-length studio release for the Philadelphia pop-punk band was produced by Steve Evetts. Metascore: 97 User Score: 8.7

97 46. Led Zeppelin I [Remastered] by Led Zeppelin June 3, 2014 The release of the debut album from the British rock band was reissued and remastered with deluxe versions including a disc of live tracks from its October 1969 concert in Paris. Metascore: 97 User Score: 9.0

97 47. How The West Was Won by Led Zeppelin May 27, 2003 About 30 years too late, Led Zeppelin fans finally have a good live album to add to their collections. This 3-disc set is culled from live performances in Los Angeles and Long Beach in June 1972, and includes a 25-minute version of "Dazed and Confused," and a 23-minute take on "Whole Lotta Love." Metascore: 97 User Score: 8.9

97 48. Electric Ladyland [50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition] by The Jimi Hendrix Experience November 9, 2018 The remastered of the 1968 album includes a disc of early demos and outtakes, the soundboard recording of the September 14, 1968 Hollywood Bowl concert and a dvd of the 90-minute documentary on the making of Electric Ladyland. Metascore: 97 User Score: 8.7

96 49. To Pimp A Butterfly by Kendrick Lamar March 16, 2015 The third full-length studio release from the hip hop artist features guest appearances from Bilal, George Clinton, James Fauntleroy, Ronald Isley, Rapsody, Snoop Dogg, Thundercat, and Anna Wise. Metascore: 96 User Score: 8.8

96 50. Ghosteen by Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds October 4, 2019 The 17th full-length studio release for Australian rock band is influenced in part by the accidental death of Nick Cave's 15-year old son in 2015 and is considered the third and final part of trilogy of albums that includes 2013's Push the Sky Away and 2016's Skeleton Tree. Metascore: 96 User Score: 8.6

96 51. Little Match Girl Passion by David Lang June 9, 2009 Co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall and the Perth Theater and Concert Hall, the recording of David Lang's The Little Match Girl Passion won the 2008 Pulitzer Prize in Music. Metascore: 96 User Score: 6.4

96 52. The Band [50th Anniversary Edition] by The Band November 15, 2019 The 50th Anniversary reissue of The band's second album includes 13 outtakes, with six never before released and their Woodstock set. Metascore: 96 User Score: 7.0

96 53. Keep An Eye On The Sky by Big Star September 15, 2009 The four disc set contains demos, mixes, alternative versions of songs, and a 1973 concert in Memphis from the '70s cult band. Metascore: 96 User Score: 8.7

96 54. Automatic for the People [25th Anniversary Deluxe Edition] by R.E.M. November 10, 2017 The 25th Anniversary release of alternative rock band's eighth full-length studio album features a remastered mix in Dolby Atmos by Scott Litt and engineer Clif Norrellin as well as the full live recording from a set at Athens, Georgia's 40 Watt Club in 1992. The deluxe edition also includes a disc of 20 previously unreleased demos, a Blu-ray disc of music videos and a 60-page book. Metascore: 96 User Score: 8.2

96 55. Siamese Dream [Deluxe Edition] by Smashing Pumpkins November 29, 2011 The deluxe edition of the remastered second album for the Smashing Pumpkins includes a disc of unreleased/rare tracks and a DVD of a 1993 concert at Chicago's The Metro. Metascore: 96 User Score: 9.0

96 56. Bloodstone & Diamonds by Machine Head November 10, 2014 The eighth full-length release for the metal quartet was produced by band frontman Robb Flynn and Juan Urteaga. Metascore: 96 User Score: 7.7

96 57. Tunes 2011-2019 by Burial December 6, 2019 The two-disc compilation from the electronic producer features songs originally released on EPs between 2011-2019. Metascore: 96 User Score: 8.5

96 58. Fully Qualified Survivor by Michael Chapman February 22, 2011 The remastered second album for the British singer-songwriter features guitarist Mick Ronson (who would later work with David Bowie). Metascore: 96 User Score: 5.8

96 60. Histoire de Melody Nelson by Serge Gainsbourg March 24, 2009 The US release of Serge Gainsbourg's 1971 album featuring Jane Birkin in the classic Ballade de Melody Nelson. Metascore: 96 User Score: 8.7

96 61. The SMiLE Sessions by The Beach Boys November 1, 2011 The collection of sessions from the never-released SMiLe album are finally released together after many years of parts of the collection being released through bootlegs or legally on other album collections. Metascore: 96 User Score: 8.9

96 62. The Warner Bros. Years [Box Set] by Steve Earle June 25, 2013 The box set for the Grammy-winning folk singer-songwriter contains 1995's Grammy-nominated Train a Comin', 1996's I Feel Alright, and 1997's El Corazon, as well as the unreleased Live at the Polk Theater concert album from 1995 and To Hell and Back, a DVD of a concert at Tennessee's Cold Creek Correctional Facility in 1996. Metascore: 96 User Score: tbd

95 63. National Treasures: The Complete Singles by Manic Street Preachers November 8, 2011 This compilation was released in honor of the 21st anniversary of the Welsh alternative rock band's first major label single and features 38 tracks. Metascore: 95 User Score: 8.6

95 64. American Radical Patriot [Box Set] by Woody Guthrie October 22, 2013 The seven-disc set collects the folk singer's sessions recorded by Alan Lomax for the Library of Congress plus songs he wrote for the Bonneville Power Administration, the Office of War Information, and VD education. Metascore: 95 User Score: 5.9

95 66. Stankonia by Outkast October 31, 2000 Featuring the hit singles "B.O.B." and "Ms. Jackson," 'Stankonia' was a commercial and critical hit for the innovative Atlanta hip-hop duo of Dré and Big Boi. Metascore: 95 User Score: 8.8

95 67. DAMN. by Kendrick Lamar April 14, 2017 The fourth full-length studio release for the Compton rapper features guest appearances from Rihanna, U2, and Zacari. Metascore: 95 User Score: 8.4

95 68. Led Zeppelin II [Remastered] by Led Zeppelin June 3, 2014 The release of the second album from the British rock band was reissued and remastered with deluxe versions including a disc of alternative mixes, an unreleased track named "La La," and the backing track to "Thank You." Metascore: 95 User Score: 8.9

95 69. Master of Puppets [Remastered & Expanded Edition] by Metallica November 10, 2017 The remastered release for the third full-length studio release of the heavy metal band features demos, mixes, interviews and live tracks from six different tour dates. A deluxe box set includes a book, five complete soundboard recordings of five previously unreleased gigs, a fan recording of another show on cassette, and two DVDs of interviews and two other concerts. Metascore: 95 User Score: 9.0

95 70. Rough and Rowdy Ways by Bob Dylan June 19, 2020 The first new studio release of new music for the singer-songwriter in eight years. Metascore: 95 User Score: 7.6

95 71. Black Messiah by D'Angelo December 15, 2014 The first release in 14 years for the R&B singer features songs co-written with Q-Tip and Kendra Foster as well as co-production from James Gadson, Pino Palladino,and Questlove. Metascore: 95 User Score: 8.8

95 73. Definitely Maybe [Remastered] by Oasis May 19, 2014 The remastered reissue of the debut release from the Britpop band led by Liam and Noel Gallagher. The deluxe edition includes a disc of demos, live performances, and B-sides. Metascore: 95 User Score: 8.6

95 76. Gentlemen At 21 [Deluxe Edition] by The Afghan Whigs October 28, 2014 The deluxe reissue of the 1993 major label debut release from the alternative rock band led by Greg Dulli includes unreleased demos, rare b-sides and live tracks. Metascore: 95 User Score: 8.5

95 77. Some Things Last Longer Than You by Doe September 9, 2016 The debut full-length studio release for the British trio of Nicola Leel, Jake Popyura and Dean Smitten was produced by MJ of Hookworms. Metascore: 95 User Score: 6.8

95 79. Appetite for Destruction: Super Deluxe Edition [Box Set] by Guns N' Roses June 29, 2018 The five-disc box set features the remaster of hard rock band's 1987 debut album, a disc of B-sides, the 1986 demo session at Sound City Studios, two previously unreleased tracks from sessions with Mike Clink, and a blu-ray disc which includes music videos. A 96-page hardcover book and six lithographs, three replicas of concert tickets, a copy of a video shoot flyer, a wall poster, and temporary band tattoos are also included. Metascore: 95 User Score: 7.1

95 80. Eternal Forward Motion by Employed To Serve May 10, 2019 The third full-length release for the British metal band led by Justine Jones was produced by Lewis Johns. Metascore: 95 User Score: tbd

95 81. Summerlong by Rose City Band June 19, 2020 The second full-length release for the music project for Wooden Shjips/Moon Duo's Ripley Johnson was mixed by John McEntire. Metascore: 95 User Score: 5.1

95 82. Skeleton Tree by Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds September 9, 2016 Nick Cave's 15-year-old son died in an accident while he was working on the alternative rock band's 16th album. The recording sessions were filmed for Andrew Dominik's documentary, One More Time With Feel. Metascore: 95 User Score: 8.3

95 83. Copper Blue [Deluxe Edition] by Sugar July 24, 2012 The debut release of Bob Mould's next band after the end of Hüsker Dü is remastered and reissued. It includes a disc of b-sides, radio sessions, and a 1992 live concert recording from Chicago, as well as a DVD of music videos and interviews. Metascore: 95 User Score: 7.5

94 84. Offering: Live at Temple University by John Coltrane September 23, 2014 The often-bootlegged concert sees a complete official recording from master tapes on a two-disc set of the jazz saxophonist at Philadelphia's Temple University on November 11, 1966. Metascore: 94 User Score: 6.6

94 85. Start Together [Box Set] by Sleater-Kinney October 21, 2014 The seven albums from the Washington state indie rock/riot grrrl trio are remastered with one new song. Metascore: 94 User Score: 8.5

94 86. Dopesmoker [Reissue] by Sleep May 8, 2012 The reissue and remastered release of the doom metal band's 63-minute track includes a 1994 live recording of "Holy Mountain." Metascore: 94 User Score: 8.9

94 87. Satan Is Real/Handpicked Songs 1955-1962 by The Louvin Brothers November 8, 2011 Satan Is Real and the best-of collection from the country duo of Ira and Charlie Louvin are packaged together by Light in the Attic Records. Metascore: 94 User Score: 5.8

94 88. The Promise by Bruce Springsteen November 16, 2010 As a collection of recordings from 1978, The Promise has been heralded as the great lost Springsteen album, comprising previously unreleased B-sides from the Darkness on the Edge of Town sessions. Metascore: 94 User Score: 8.2

94 89. My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy by Kanye West November 22, 2010 Breaking traditional mainstream hip-hop guidelines, Kanye West's latest release features epic raps and long instrumental variations for his most innovative album to date. Metascore: 94 User Score: 8.3

94 90. Savane by Ali Farka Toure July 25, 2006 'Savane' is the final album from the acclaimed guitarist from Mali, who died in March 2006 after a three-decade recording career which found him injecting American blues into traditional African music. Metascore: 94 User Score: 8.4

94 91. Icky Mettle [Deluxe Edition] by Archers of Loaf August 2, 2011 The 1993 debut album for the North Carolina indie rock band, which had ended in 1998, is rereleased just as the band returns for a reunion tour. Metascore: 94 User Score: 8.6

94 92. No Other [Deluxe Edition] by Gene Clark November 8, 2019 The reissue of The Byrds singer-songwriter's 1974 solo release features a remaster mixed by Sid Griffin and producer John Wood with an addition disc of alternate versions of the tracks. A super edition box-set also includes a blu-ray of the film "The Byrd Who Flew Alone: The Making and Remaking of No Other." Metascore: 94 User Score: 9.0

94 93. One Wing by The Chariot August 28, 2012 The fifth release for the Atlanta metal band led by Josh Scogin was produced by Matt Gordon. Metascore: 94 User Score: 7.7

94 95. The Livelong Day by Lankum October 25, 2019 The third full-length release for the Irish folk quartet was produced by John "Spud" Murphy. Metascore: 94 User Score: 7.9

94 96. Liquid Swords [The Chess Box] by Genius / GZA July 24, 2012 The second solo album for the Wu-Tang Clan member is consider by some one of the best hip hop albums released. It is remastered with a second disc of instrumentals of GZA's 1995 album and a chess set. Metascore: 94 User Score: 8.9

94 97. Kickin Child: Lost Columbia Album 1965 by Dion May 12, 2017 Shelved by Columbia Records, the "lost" album of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame singer-songwriter that was recorded with producer Tom Wilson is finally released in its entirety (many tracks were released as singles and in compilations over the years). Metascore: 94 User Score: tbd

93 98. Madvillainy by Madvillain March 23, 2004 'Madvillainy' is a collaboration between rapper MF Doom and producer Madlib. Metascore: 93 User Score: 8.8

93 99. Life's Rich Pageant by R.E.M. July 12, 2011 The legendary band's pivotal album is remastered and reissued since it's 1986 release--complete with a bonus disc of demos. Metascore: 93 User Score: 8.4