Readers Poll: Top 10 Guitar Albums of 1982
Guitar World's readers pick the top 10 guitar albums of 1982.
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When you think of albums from 1982, it's difficult not to think of that certain "biggest-selling album of all time."
But, of course, that was a pop record, and although it contains one of guest guitarist Eddie Van Halen's most celebrated solos, Michael Jackson's Thriller isn't exactly what guitar fans gush over when they look back to 29 years ago.
That isn't to say 1982 was a bad year for guitar-driven classic albums. Judas Priest, Scorpions, Iron Maiden and Rush all released significant works that have since entered the annals of rock magnificence. Even top players like Mark Knopfler, Ritchie Blackmore, Michael Schenker and Al DiMeola were making great but perhaps less-well-known albums in '82.
Regardless of popularity -- where Mr. Jackson clearly takes the prize -- everyone has their favorite album, and we asked you, the readers, to vote for yours. Now, without further ado, your top 10 guitar albums of 1982.
Readers Poll: Top 10 Guitar Albums of 1982
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penguin777
September 05, 2011 at 10:48am
Yeah, I agree. Out of all of the albums picked "Scorpions Blackout" is the bomb. I don't agree with a few of them. Coda was just remains of what Zeppelin had left (not that great). Night Ranger's "Dawn Patrol" or Rainbow's "straight between the eyes would be a better choice. And though I can't argue with Dire Strait's (anything) not being a top guitar album. It just seems out of place among those picks.
57trouble
August 28, 2011 at 5:20am
No comments ? SCORPIONS kick ass ! The top 5 were good picks. Far better than 1983- 1984's so far. Motley Crue and Stryper ? Really ?
Two great tracks that show Jabs Skills are " now " and " arizona " this guy is a player up there with Eddie Van Halen.
Rudy is great too. Turn your speaker to the left side and listen to the rhythm playing on blackout. The guy is a machine.Also, The solos on " you give me all i need " and "China white" are some of the most melodic solos you will ever hear.
Great band great album.
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