Greatest Rock Albums of All Time
Appetite for Destruction or Exile on Main St.
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Why This Battle Matters
Can the raucous rebellion of Guns N' Roses' 'Appetite for Destruction' truly overpower the soulful, gritty depths of The Rolling Stones' 'Exile on Main St.'? Here lies the ultimate showdown where raw power meets rich complexity. On one side, 'Appetite' brought hard rock back to its blistering, unapologetic roots with a bang. On the other, 'Exile' wove rock, blues, and gospel into a tapestry so textured, it's almost tactile. As fans decide which album carves deeper grooves in rock's Mount Rushmore, they aren't just picking a favorite — they're defining what the soul of rock 'n' roll really sounds like.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Appetite for Destruction over Exile on Main St. when it comes to the greatest Rock Albums of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Appetite for Destruction 64.4% of the time over Exile on Main St..
Across all battles:
Appetite for Destruction win rate: 48.7%
Exile on Main St. win rate: 35.4%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Rock Albums of All Time?
Currently, the top spot in the Greatest Rock Albums of All Time league is held by Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. You can see the full GOAT List for more details!
What makes Exile on Main St. so beloved by its fans?
Exile on Main St. is cherished for its eclectic mix and the authentic grit of blues and rock that it captures. Fans adore it for its deep and diverse soundscape that feels like a heartfelt tribute to American music roots.
Why is Appetite for Destruction leading over Exile on Main St. in the Greatest Rock Albums of All Time league?
Appetite for Destruction is outright rocking the votes because it hits hard with those powerhouse tracks that defined an era. Fans of that album love the raw energy and rebellious vibe it brought to rock music.