While there were numerous new albums released, we also celebrated significant birthdays for some favorite rock ‘n’ roll records in 2021. Anniversary releases (featuring outtakes, demos, live recordings and more material that was not available fifty years ago) became a trending method to celebrate these renowned records. Half a century is quite a feat to accomplish especially since these albums are just as adored as ever. 2021 proved that 1971 was also quite an impressive year in rock music.

Here are ten albums that reached their 50th anniversaries in 2021

Led Zeppelin – Led Zeppelin IV

The Who – Who’s Next

The Rolling Stones – Sticky Fingers

John Lennon – Imagine

The Doors – L.A. Woman

David Bowie – Hunky Dory

Jethro Tull – Aqualung

The Allman Brothers Band – At Fillmore East

Yes – Fragile

T. Rex – Electric Warrior