Is This It is the debut studio album by American indie rock band The Strokes released July 30, 2001. The Strokes garnered critical acclaim and commercial attention. Is This It was praised for its charisma and rhythm, which often referenced the works of 1970s garage rock bands. The record is considered crucial in the development of other alternative bands and of the post-millennial music industry. It has featured in several publications' lists of the best albums of the 2000s and of all time.
Unbroken is the third studio album by American recording artist Demi Lovato released on September 20, 2011. Musically, Lovato has described the album as "more mature" and "a little more R&B/pop" than her previous material, quoting artists such as Rihanna and Keri Hilson as influences. While some of the album's lyrical content was heavily influenced by Lovato's personal struggles in late 2010, it also deals with lighter subjects, such as love, self empowerment and having fun. Its lead single, "Skyscraper", was released on July 12, 2011. It was a commercial success in the United States, debuting and peaking at number ten on the Billboard Hot 100, making it Lovato's second highest-charting single to date behind "This Is Me" featuring Joe Jonas.
Aaliyah (stylized as ΛΛLIYΛH) is the eponymous third and final studio album by American R&B singer Aaliyah, released by Blackground and Virgin Records on July 17, 2001. Aaliyah features soul, pop, and neo soul styles in its sound, as well as elements of funk, hip hop and electronica. It was nominated for a 2002 Grammy Award for Best R&B Album, among other honors. In April 2001, Aaliyah spoke highly of the album saying, "It is my version of Control." Recent reception has also been positive. The album was ranked at number 72 on Slant Magazine's 'Best albums of the 2000's. RIP Aaliyah.
One of the few artists who have all their albums in the list.
71. Beyonce - Dangerously In Love
Dangerously in Love is the debut solo album of American R&B singer Beyoncé Knowles released on June 22, 2003. Dangerously in Love propelled Knowles in becoming a viable solo star, as well as one of the most marketable singers in the recording industry. It became a worldwide commercial success, earning multi-platinum certifications in Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling 317,000 copies in its first week. Dangerously in Love received mixed to positive reviews from music critics upon its release and earned Knowles five Grammy Awards.
Last album of the day. Sum up the day. Was it better than yesterday? Didn't mean to make it rhyme.
70. Norah Jones - Come Away With Me
Come Away with Me is the debut album of pianist and singer Norah Jones, released February 26, 2002. The album's critical and commercial success was a breakthrough for Jones in 2002, as it reached the top of the Billboard 200 chart and several jazz charts. The album also topped many critics' "albums of the year" lists and gathered major music awards in the process, including eight Grammy Awards. Following initial sales, Come Away with Me was certified diamond by the RIAA on February 15, 2005 having shipped over 10 million copies in its first three years of release.