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The best Mountain albums

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

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Nantucket Sleighride

Nantucket Sleighride

1971

Captures their signature hard rock sound with powerful guitar work and cohesive tracks that reflect their energetic style.

  1. 1
    Flowers of Evil

    Flowers of Evil

    1971

    A fusion of heavy riffs and bluesy melodies envelops listeners in a raw, intense hard rock experience.

  2. 2
    Masters of War

    Masters of War

    2007

    A gritty fusion of hard rock and folk, reinterpreting classic protest anthems with a raw, powerful edge.

  3. 3
    Man's World

    Man's World

    1996

    A raw blend of hard rock riffs and introspective lyrics captures the essence of a band's struggle and resilience.

  4. 4
    Go for Your Life

    Go for Your Life

    1985

    A raucous blend of hard rock grit and playful lyrics, capturing the exuberance of 1980s rock culture.

  5. 5
    Nantucket Sleighride

    Nantucket Sleighride Start here

    1971

    A fusion of hard rock and blues layered with intricate guitar work and heartfelt lyrics, evoking the spirit of adventure.

  6. 6
    Mystic Fire

    Mystic Fire

    2002

    A hard rock odyssey infused with Southern rock flair, blending powerful guitar riffs with soulful melodies.

  7. 7
    Climbing!

    Climbing!

    1970

    Raucous guitar riffs collide with soulful vocals, creating a hard rock sound that defines the early 70s musical landscape.

  8. 8
    Avalanche

    Avalanche

    1974

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