The Cure

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We can't believe it took this long.

These underrated gems from the 1980s absolutely need to be in your vinyl collection.

These '80s rock bands from the 'me' decade certainly had something for lots of you.

The band's official website confirmed that he'd passed away "after a short illness at home over Christmas."

If bands like Type O Negative, The Cure and Radiohead really bum you out, maybe you should try one of these songs from their catalog instead.

Before alternative became mainstream, college rock was holding it down for the left of the dial bands. Look back at the best albums of the college rock era.

You may have had to turn left of center of the dial to hear these songs in 1985, but they've left their mark on the decade.

Well that's rad. These 31 rock and metal albums have hit the four decade mark. How many of these 1985 records have you listened to?

Loudwire's writers recap the best rock albums of the year. See which of your favorites are here!