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What iconic album should I buy?

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Globules · 27/06/2025 06:18

DDs birthday is coming up. She's going to be 19.

She's asked for a CD player. What 1 iconic album should I get?

I'm thinking Jagged Little Pill or What's the story?

What would you get?

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sparrowflewdown · 28/06/2025 00:37

Pet Sounds - The Beach Boys...you won't regret it :)

BingoBling · 28/06/2025 00:38

Father of the Bride by Vampire Weekend

floppybit · 28/06/2025 00:38

Fat Boy Slim or Daft Punk also a good shout

YourChirpyFatball · 28/06/2025 00:45

The Colour of Spring by Talk Talk.
The Marshall Mathers LP (2000)

BurntBroccoli · 28/06/2025 01:20

I would burn her a mix CD of classics; Beatles, ABBA, Floyd, Oasis, Michael Jackson, Queen, Madonna, Nirvana, Beach Boys.

pontivex · 28/06/2025 01:38

You’ve come a long way baby. Fatboy Slim. Kicking off with Right here right now is an awesome debut for a cd player!

MarxistMags · 28/06/2025 01:51

I second this.
Or The Verve, Urban Hymns .

Globules · 28/06/2025 13:51

CD player and CD purchased. No. 1 album from her birth year seemed the best choice, particularly as it's such a good one.

I've managed to dig out my own Alanis CD, so I'll let her use that for a bit.

Thanks for all your input.

What iconic album should I buy?
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Sugarfish · 28/06/2025 17:17

Wouldn’t it be better to ask her if there’s any albums she wants? Music taste is so varied and personal. If someone got me an oasis or abba album I’d never listen to them. Even if they are considered iconic.

ParmaViolletts · 28/06/2025 17:24

@JaninaDuszejko but surely music transcends?

I'm 70s born and appreciate frankly sinatra, Glen Miller,David Bowie and all the rest?

Auburngal · 28/06/2025 17:33

Not read the entire thread.
My suggestions include
. The Who - Who’s Next
. Oasis - WTS Morning Glory
. ABBA - Gold
. The Smiths - The Queen is Dead
. Queen - A Night At The Opera

Many charity shops are selling CDs - 4 for £1. Though got to sift through Susan Boyle, Foster & Allen and Flop Idol/Shite Factor stuff

VirginaGirl · 28/06/2025 19:34

Saint Etienne - Foxbase Alpha

supafish · 28/06/2025 20:34

The kick inside - Kate Bush
wonderful album

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