I have 246 artists and 1249 songs but I usually listen to these artists the most.
Amy Winehouse: Back to Black - It's a shame she's gone as she had a voice and style that is so rare; Underrated and not taken seriously by the mainstream.
Beastie Boys: The In Sounds From Way Out - this is an instumental and shows the trio's talent - they do more than just rap and like above: underrated by the main.
Beatles: Abbey Road - So much history. period.
The Black Keys: Brothers, Attack & Release - both of these albums are raw and unique.
Bob Marley: Legend - see Beatles above.
Buena Vista Social Club: - initially I got this for background music but got hooked on the Cuban sound. Most of these club members are in the 60's & 70's. The DVD is great too.
Coldplay: A Rush Of Blood To The Head - you either love them or hate them. Their songs are mood enhancers.
Feist: Metals - recently got hooked on her after hearing sings from her previous album overplayed on the radio. "The Bad In Each Other" is the best tune on this album. A talented Canadian.
The Fugees: The Score, Blunted On Reality - Way ahead of its time. "Nappy Heads" gets me pumped up. Look for the Dave Chappell video onYouTube.
Lauren Hill: The Miseducation of.. - She cut her teeth with the Fugees and showed she can go solo too.
Nirvana: Unplugged in NY - possible my favourite album. Mellow and cool. Could be because the songs are played one step down.
Norah Jones: Come Away With Me - "Snorah" Jones but Relaxing is an understatement. Soo mellow and soothing. Easy to jam with too.
Pink Floyd: Darkside of the Moon - On the Billboard charts for ten+ years. There's a reason for that.
The Police: Outlandos d'Amour - Umbelievable drumming and sounds from just three musicians. Regetta de Blanc and Synchronicity are also outstanding.
Red Hot Chili Peppers: Blood Sugar Sex Magik - weird titled songs but "Suck My Kiss" has an amazing beat.
Rolling Stones: Exile On Main Street - Just cool knowing they recorded this in a French mansion.
Sade: Lovers Rock - Another too mellow work.
St. Vincent: Actor - Annie Clark is so underrated and unknown. She has more talent then today's top five mainstream artists combined.
White Stripes: Elephant - Jack White can play the guitar.
