You're right Derek. Stuart IS really terrible at the smack down competition!

And speaking of terrible, how is it that you are listening to such a brilliant record for only the first time (as you approach your semi-centenary).

Brings up a good blog subject, which deserves scrutiny. Who knows, it's even possible that Gerald may opine on this one. And the question is two-fold.

Part A - are there any brilliant, acknowledged classic albums that you're aware of that you haven't bothered with yet? Ie Liege and Lief if you're Derek, or Velvet Underground and Nico if you're Stu? (Mine will come later).

Part B - What are the five incredible albums, personal faves of yours only please (ie nothing theoretical here), that you feel belong in the pantheon of greats but don't get mentioned (or mentioned much?). The more obscure the better.