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The best Alan Parsons albums

6 records, ordered by how much we can tell you about each one — not by chart position.

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The Time Machine

The Time Machine

1999

Showcases Alan Parsons' blend of pop and progressive rock with intricate layers, making it accessible for first-time listeners.

  1. 1
    Try Anything Once

    Try Anything Once

    1993

    Melodic pop rock intertwines with progressive elements, showcasing intricate arrangements and reflective themes woven throughout the album.

  2. 2
    The Time Machine

    The Time Machine Start here

    1999

    A conceptual journey blending lush melodies with progressive rock dynamics and thought-provoking themes of time and existence.

  3. 3
    The Secret

    The Secret

    2019

    A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and progressive rock melodies, enveloping listeners in a cinematic soundscape.

  4. 4
    A Valid Path

    A Valid Path

    2004

    A blend of progressive rock and electronic soundscapes, weaving intricate melodies with atmospheric production.

  5. 5
    On Air

    On Air

    1996

    A blend of melodic pop rock and progressive soundscapes, creating an atmospheric journey through introspective themes.

  6. 6
    From the New World

    From the New World

    2022

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