1. The Velvet Underground & Nico – The Velvet Underground (1967)
When The Velvet Underground & Nico first landed, it shocked with its raw sound and controversial lyrics. Sales were dismal, and many critics dismissed its avant-garde experimentation. But as years passed, the album’s true impact became undeniable. Its blend of art rock and gritty realism inspired generations of musicians, from punk to indie rock. As Brian Eno famously noted, “Everyone who bought one of those 30,000 copies started a band.”
