10 Classic Rock Bands That Released Three Perfect Albums In A Row
7. Pink Floyd
Psychedelic rock pioneers Pink Floyd were responsible for three of the more outstanding albums of the 1970s that only seemed to increase in quality with every subsequent release.
The Dark Side of the Moon, in addition to possessing one of the most emblematic album covers ever produced, showcased Pink Floyd's unique underground style in spectacular fashion; combining stylings of blues, folk and electronic music with philosophically contemplative lyrics and David Gilmour's distinctive thunderous guitar riffs.
Wish You Were Here followed soon after, a scathing critique on the music industry that solidified the group's edgy nature; often interpreted as a touching tribute to Syd Barrett, the former band member who retired following a collapse in his mental health, the titular track to this day consistently features on critic's selections of the best songs ever written.
Pink Floyd capped off this remarkable run with a groundbreaking concept album, Animals. Drawing loose inspiration from George Orwell's Animal Farm, the album only features five songs, two of which last less than two minutes while the others clock in at more than ten minutes long. Despite this bizarre format, it was received widespread praise and is considered one of Pink Floyd's most famous, incomparable works.
A perfect hat trick of albums blending revolutionary new content from one of the rock hall of fame's most distinguished members.