As 2014 winds down, we can reflect on an eclectic year in rock albums. You had new bands like Nothing More, Crobot, Starset and Islander bringing something fresh and new to the game. There were established acts like Chevelle, Slash and Seether showing they could still deliver some of their best work well into their careers. Acts like Hellyeah and Sixx: A.M. took some creative risks and a host of others also created albums that left their mark on 2014.

There was quite a bit of debating among the Loudwire staff, but we've put together what we feel are the 20 Best Rock Albums of 2014. Check out the list below and be sure to click on the button at the bottom of this post to see the 20 Best Metal Albums of 2014 as well.