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The essential The Kinks records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.
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1The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation SocietyThe KinksStart here
The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society
A wry, nostalgic song-cycle about a vanishing England, overlooked then revered. Charming and English to the core. A cult masterpiece.
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2Something Else by the KinksThe KinksClassic
Something Else by the Kinks
A witty, melodic peak, home to 'Waterloo Sunset'. Beautiful and beloved. A high point.
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3Arthur (Or the Decline and Fall of the British Empire)The KinksClassic
Arthur (Or the Decline and Fall of the British Empire)
A witty, melodic concept album on British life. Sharp and beloved. A high point of their run.
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4Lola Versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part OneThe KinksClassic
Lola Versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part One
A witty, melodic peak, home to 'Lola'. Sharp and beloved. A high point.
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5Muswell HillbilliesThe KinksDeep cut
Muswell Hillbillies
A warm, music-hall-tinged peak of working-class English songcraft. Charming and acclaimed. A cult favourite.
Essential The Kinks tracks
- Waterloo Sunset from Something Else by the Kinks · on Best Songs of the 1960s, Best 1960s Rock Songs
Tracks we've featured in our best-of lists — tap a title to find it on Amazon Music.