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Greatest Rock Albums of All Time
Appetite for Destruction or Led Zeppelin IV

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APPETITE FOR DESTRUCTION

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LED ZEPPELIN IV
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Why This Battle Matters

In the pulsing heart of rock history, two titans clash: Led Zeppelin IV, the mystical masterpiece of rock's golden era, versus Appetite for Destruction, the raw, relentless debut that redefined the genre's edges. Here, it's not just about tracks that transcend time—it's a battle of the very soul of rock music. One album offers the ethereal 'Stairway to Heaven'; the other, the gritty realism of 'Welcome to the Jungle'. What’s at stake? The right to be called the cornerstone of rock's legacy. In choosing, fans aren’t just picking an album; they're deciding which values define the epitome of rock music.

🔥 Fan Takes

idk, both are killer, but LZ IV? That's like the soundtrack to my life, man.
Appetite for Destruction is raw energy, but LZ IV owns my soul with 'Stairway'. It just hits different.
lol Zeppelin IV, bro? It's like choosing between pizza and gourmet, easy win😂

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Led Zeppelin IV over Appetite for Destruction when it comes to the greatest Rock Albums of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Led Zeppelin IV 90.9% of the time over Appetite for Destruction.

Across all battles:

Led Zeppelin IV win rate: 61.5%

Appetite for Destruction win rate: 48.3%

Fan FAQs

Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in this league?

The top spot in the Greatest Rock Albums of All Time league currently belongs to 'The Dark Side of the Moon.' You can see the full GOAT List for all the rankings and see where your favorites lie.

What makes Appetite for Destruction still so popular among rock albums?

Appetite for Destruction remains wildly popular thanks to its raw energy and rebellion. It's a cornerstone of 80s rock that introduced a more gritty, street-wise sound. Fans love the non-stop hits like 'Sweet Child o' Mine' and 'Welcome to the Jungle.'

Why is Led Zeppelin IV winning by so much over Appetite for Destruction in the Greatest Rock Albums of All Time league?

Led Zeppelin IV is absolutely crushing it because it's packed full of iconic tracks that resonate across generations. Fans regard it as a masterpiece of rock that captures the essence of the 70s, plus 'Stairway to Heaven' alone could sway a lot of votes!