216) The Queen Is Dead : Rolling Stone

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The original kings of British mope rock could have earned that title on the basis of this album alone. The Smiths' third set is full of quiet rage ("The Queen Is Dead"), epic sadness ("There Is a Light That Never Goes Out") and strummy social commentary ("Frankly Mr. Shankly").

Total album sales: 850,000

Peak chart position: 70

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