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'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' by Lauryn Hill -

How could Lauryn Hill follow up on the success of the Fugees? By releasing an amazing album, of course. With 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' she became the first hip-hop artist to win a Grammy for Album of the Year. This remains Hill's only studio album to date.

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'Never Mind the B, Here's the Sex Pistols' by Sex Pistols -

In 1977, a year after their first single, 'Anarchy in the UK' was released, the Sex Pistols' debut album hit the shelves. The album is a collection of punk classics, including 'God Save the Queen,' 'Pretty Vacant,' and 'Holidays in the Sun,' to name a few. The Pistols never recorded a second album. 

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'Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs' by Derek & the Dominos -

Arguably Eric Clapton's best work after Cream, 'Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs' features classics such as 'Bell Bottom Blues' and the iconic 'Layla.'

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'Grace' by Jeff Buckley -

Jeff Buckley's seminal debut album sounded even more poignant after he drowned in 1997. 'Grace' was the beginning of a wonderful career that came to an abrupt end, but it's a record we're glad we can listen to.

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'Unleash the Dragon' by Sisqó -

Featuring Sisqó's hit 'Thong Song,' his 1999 album was a huge success, reaching multi-platinum status in several markets. Sisqó's follow-up album was relevant, but nowhere near the success of 'Unleash the Dragon.'

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'Above' by Mad Season -

'Above' was released in 1994 and it brought together some of Seattle's finest musicians, including Layne Staley of Alice in Chains, Mike McCready of Pearl Jam, and Barrett Martin of Screaming Trees. The supergroup never made another album.

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'Buena Vista Social Club' by Buena Vista Social Club -

The Cuban music ensemble exploded in popularity in 1997, thanks to their debut studio album. 'Buena Vista Social Club' sparked an interest in traditional Cuban music around the world. 

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'Out of Step' by Minor Threat -

The hardcore punk band from Washington, DC, is credited for kickstarting the straight-edge movement. Minor Threat released 'Out of Step' in 1983 and went on to influence numerous bands in the genre.

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'Them Crooked Vultures' by Them Crooked Vultures -

Them Crooked Vultures is a supergroup formed by Josh Homme (Queens of the Stone Age), John Paul Jones (Led Zeppelin), and Dave Grohl (Foo Fighters). They only released one studio album, but a great one indeed.

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'The Good, the Bad and the Queen' by The Good, the Bad and the Queen -

Blur's Damon Albarn teamed up with The Clash's bassist Paul Simonon, guitarist Simon Tong of the Verve, and drummer Tony Allen to release an album in 2007. Damon Albarn described the supergroup's release as "a song cycle that's also a mystery play about London."

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'Fallen' by Evanescence -

Amy Lee's band achieved international stardom in 2003 with 'Fallen.' No other album in the band's career came close. The debut single 'Bring Me to Life' was particularly huge. 

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'Maybe You’ve Been Brainwashed Too' by New Radicals -

Released in 1998, this remains the only album released by Gregg Alexander's band. It's a great '90s alternative pop-rock album with hit singles such as 'You Get What You Give.'

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'Cassie' by Cassie -

Cassie's self-titled debut album was released in 2006 and it remains her only release to date. With tunes like 'Me & U,' it remains a brilliant R&B and pop album.

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'GI' by Germs -

Germs are one of the most influential American punk bands of all time. The LA outfit only released one album in 1979. Front man Darby Crash died the following year, making 'GI' an even more special album.  

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'Welcome to the Pleasuredome' by Frankie Goes to Hollywood -

Featuring the racy dance tune 'Relax' and the ballad 'The Power of Love,' the album 'Welcome to the Pleasuredome' is Frankie Goes to Hollywood's best. 

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'Rehab Doll' by Green River -

Green River was one of the most influential bands in what became known as the Seattle sound (aka grunge). The band, which included future Mudhoney vocalist Mark Arm and Pearl Jam's Jeff Ament and Stone Gossard, only released one record. 

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'The Sign' by Ace of Base -

The Swedish pop outfit was on heavy rotation on MTV with hit songs such as 'All That She Wants.' Their 1993 album 'The Sign' was a huge commercial success.

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'Making Mirrors' by Gotye -

The Belgian-born Australian music artist has released three albums, but 2011's 'Making Mirrors' is the one most people will know, and indeed the only that was successful on a larger scale. It helped that it featured the hit song 'Somebody That I Used to Know.'

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'Apple' by Mother Love Bone -

Mother Love Bone had everything to become one of Seattle's greatest bands when they released 'Apple' in 1990. Sadly, singer Andrew Wood passed away just weeks before the album came out. 

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'Temple of the Dog' by Temple of the Dog -

'Temple of the Dog' was a tribute album in memory of Mother Love Bone's late singer Andrew Wood. The band was fronted by Wood's roommate, Chris Cornell. It features tunes such as 'Hunger Strike' with Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder. 

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'The Raw & The Cooked' by Fine Young Cannibals -

The British rock band Fine Young Cannibals only released two studio albums. Their second, 1989's 'The Raw & The Cooked' included the band's greatest singles, namely 'She Drives Me Crazy' and 'Good Thing.' 

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'The La's' by The La's -

Even if the name doesn't ring a bell, their hit song 'There She Goes' probably does. The British band only released one studio album. 

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'Colossal Youth' by Young Marble Giants -

The Welsh post-punk band released their debut (and only) album in 1980. 'Colossal Youth' was one of Kurt Cobain's favorite albums. 

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'L.A.M.F.' by Johnny Thunders and the Heartbreakers -

Guitarist Johnny Thunders and drummer Jerry Nolan formed the band in 1975 when they left the New York Dolls. 'L.A.M.F.' was recorded in the UK and remains a punk classic to this day. 

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'Madvillainy' by Madvillain -

Madlib and MF Doom released this hip-hop gem in 2004. The album was not only critically acclaimed but it also gained a cult status. This was the only album released by the American hip-hop supergroup.

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'The Modern Lovers' by The Modern Lovers -

The American band released their sole album in 1976. With band members who went on to form acts such as Cars and Talking Heads, 'The Modern Lovers' has been called "one of the truly great art rock albums of all time."

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'Turn On the Bright Lights' by Interpol -

Interpol's 2002 album was a breath of fresh air in the music scene at the time. The albums that followed failed to achieve the appeal of 'Turn On the Bright Lights.'

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'Blind Faith' by Blind Faith -

Blind Faith is yet another supergroup that released just one (great) album. Their self-titled debut was released in 1969 and gave us the chance to listen to music made by Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker, Steve Winwood, and Ric Grech.

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See also: The greatest supergroups of all time

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