By “important” I mean that it didn’t just become hugely popular, but it also changed a music genre or launched an entirely new one, or otherwise made a huge impact on music in general.

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    John McLaughlin, My Goals Beyond.

    Tom Waits, Swordfish Trombone.

    Captain Beefheart, Trout Mask Replica.

    The Residents, Commercial Album.