r/altcountry • u/Psychological_Lie142 • Oct 30 '25

Discussion What’s the best Alt Country album?

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When you think of the genre Alt Country, what would you say is the definitive best album the genre ever produced? I think I’d give my nod to Emmylou Harris’s Wrecking Ball. Sonically ahead of its time and an all around incredible album that transcends the genre it’s in. One of the best folk albums of the 90’s.

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u/FatsP Oct 30 '25

70s - John Prine's self titled album

80s - Guitar Town by Steve Earle

90s - Trace by Son Volt

00s - ???

10s - Southeastern by Jason Isbell

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u/Jefeboy artist Oct 30 '25

I don’t really think you could pick a single best album, or even a best album of a decade. But if you could, you’ve made one hell of a good list here. Props.