Kinks albums, ranked
20 records, ordered by our Elevation score — our rating out of 100, not chart position.
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Lola Versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part One
1970
This album captures The Kinks' signature sound with a mix of rock styles and storytelling, making it an accessible entry point for new listeners.
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The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society
1968
A whimsical tapestry of British life woven with nostalgic melodies and clever, satirical lyrics reflecting on modernity and tradition.
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Something Else by The Kinks
1967
A rich tapestry of melodic storytelling intertwines with vibrant instrumentation, capturing the essence of British life in the late '60s.
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Muswell Hillbillies
1971
A blend of English folk influences and sharp social commentary wrapped in garage rock grit and melodic hooks.
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Schoolboys in Disgrace
1975
A theatrical rock opera exploring the trials of youth through witty narratives and catchy melodies.
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Face to Face
1966
A vibrant mix of observational lyricism and melodic hooks wrapped in a playful, yet reflective garage rock sound.
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Give the People What They Want
1981
A vibrant blend of power pop and hard rock, laced with sharp social commentary and catchy melodies.
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Sleepwalker
1977
A blend of hard rock and power pop, infused with introspective lyrics and anthemic melodies that reflect a shifting musical landscape.
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Lola Versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part One Start here
1970
A vibrant rock opera that weaves together storytelling and sharp social commentary with catchy melodies and eclectic instrumentation.
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Kinkdom
1965
A blend of sharp wit and jangly guitars captures the essence of mid-60s British pop and rock rebellion.
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The Kink Kontroversy
1965
A vibrant mix of sharp guitar riffs and reflective lyrics, capturing the essence of mid-60s British rock with a touch of introspection.
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Preservation Act 1
1973
A theatrical rock opera stitched together with sharp social commentary and vibrant melodies that encapsulate the spirit of early '70s Britain.
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Kinksize Session
1964
Raw energy and catchy hooks intertwine as The Kinks explore garage rock's edge with playful irreverence.
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Kwyet Kinks
1965
A blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of mid-60s British rock.
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Soap Opera
1975
A theatrical exploration of everyday life, blending rock with sharp social commentary and whimsical storytelling.
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Everybody's in Show-Biz
1972
A vibrant tapestry of rock and theatricality that reflects on fame and life on the road with biting wit and nostalgia.
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State of Confusion
1983
A vibrant mix of power pop and rock that captures the chaotic spirit of modern life through catchy melodies and sharp lyrics.
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Word of Mouth
1984
A vibrant blend of power pop hooks and rock grit, capturing the essence of mid-80s British rock.
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Preservation Act 2
1974
A sprawling rock opera blending theatrical storytelling with sharp social commentary and eclectic musical styles.
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19
Kinks
1964
Energetic and raw, the Kinks’ debut combines catchy hooks with gritty garage rock sensibilities.
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Kinks-Size
1965
A raucous collection of high-energy rock tracks blending raw guitar riffs with catchy melodies and vivid storytelling.