10 Best Self-Titled Rock Albums Of All Time
9. The Band (1969)
During their heyday these guys were regarded as one of the most influential and accomplished groups in the business.
These Canadian rockers were pioneers in shaping the genre of American heartland music. Bruce Springsteen has hailed their early work as some of the most influential on modern rock n' roll.
For the first half of the '60s they played as session musicians, backing several notable acts and recording on a number of highly acclaimed albums.
When Bob Dylan embarked on his infamous, electric tour in '66, these were the guys behind him. Then, in '68 they released their debut record, which was swiftly followed by their self-titled album, The Band.
The Band contains classics like, Up on Cripple Creek; a track with effortless groove; The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down; a take on traditional folk fused with New Orleans swing; and, King Harvest, which is laced with satisfyingly twanging blues guitar. If you take pride in your record collection, then this album is a requisite.