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As the ‘seer of visions’ who summoned forth the acid rock era, Syd Barrett’s LSD-inspired psychedelia proved both a blessing and a curse…

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With punk attitude and radio-friendly songs, Pretenders’ self-titled debut album introduced Chrissie Hynde’s ‘tough but vulnerable sound’.

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One of the most affecting live albums of the 80s, ‘Stand In The Fire’ finds a newly-sober Warren Zevon on blistering form.

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Covering country, rock, jazz and Mexican tunes, the best Linda Ronstadt songs prove her to be one of the most versatile singers of all time.

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With his ‘Young Americans’ album, David Bowie immersed himself in soul music and changed his sound, securing his future in the process.

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With their arresting imagery and soul-bearing honesty, the best Ian Curtis lyrics have cemented the Joy Division singer’s place in history.

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From jangly pop to psychedelic miracles and moving ballads, the best The Hollies songs rivalled The Beatles’ and pioneered the Manchester sound.

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Inventing punk while deconstructing the very notion of rock’n’roll, the best MC5 songs still have the power to start riots.

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Making writing hits look easy, the best Bread songs are soft rock staples that capture the 70s and continue to have widespread appeal.

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A song about ‘excess in America’, Hotel California kicked off one of Eagles’ finest albums – a record that has sold over 32 million copies.

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