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The essential Blur records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.

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    Modern Life Is RubbishBlur

    Modern Life Is Rubbish

    Blur · 1993 · Alternative & Indie

    The album where Blur found their English voice, a witty riposte to grunge. Tuneful and sharp. The blueprint for Britpop.

    Start here
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    ParklifeBlur

    Parklife

    Blur · 1994 · Alternative & Indie

    The album that defined Britpop's wry, observational English pop, bursting with hooks and character sketches. Playful and sharp. A 90s landmark.

    Classic
  3. 3
    The Great EscapeBlur

    The Great Escape

    Blur · 1995 · Alternative & Indie

    A lavish, satirical peak of character-driven Britpop. Clever and tuneful. A snapshot of mid-90s Britain.

    Classic
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    BlurBlur

    Blur

    Blur · 1997 · Alternative & Indie

    A lo-fi, American-indie-inspired reinvention, home to 'Song 2'. Looser and rawer. A bold pivot away from Britpop.

    Classic
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    13Blur

    13

    Blur · 1999 · Alternative & Indie

    A more experimental, emotional turn shaped by heartbreak and Eno-esque texture. Adventurous and raw. A favourite among devotees.

    Classic