Ten albums the critics rated as the worst ever in history

Eight more albums were rated as the worst ever by critics

The jury is still out though on those critic's views. Of those two albums, they've called one right as a worst ever album. For Metallica, it’s not as clear cut. So let's look at some more evidence from that list. Here are the next eight records that appeared most often on worst albums lists. 

Motley Crue – Generation Swine

This was an experimental album for Motley Crue. They were one of the ultimate metal rock bands, with a heavy dose of glam. This album brought in some sampling, using drum loops and futuristic sounds, except they sounded stuck in the 1990s. It's not what fans wanted. Somewhat bland it was also described by one reviewer as being as limp as overcooked spaghetti. The critics look to have got this one right.

David Bowie – Never Let Me Down

Really? A David Bowie album as a worst ever? Never Let Me Down certainly wasn't a classic from the rock legend. He was hoping for better after its predecessor Tonight in 1984 fell flat. It didn't work as the album was poor. A messy collection of songs from Bowie at a low creative point. The last word goes to the man himself. Bowie later described it as his nadir and rated it as an awful album. Another point to the critics. 

Genesis – Calling All Stations

This is Genesis after Phil Collins left. Some critics referred to the group as Phil Collins and his backing band so this was what's left. To be fair Mike Rutherford and Tony Banks were still there and are incredible musicians. Calling All Stations was one album too far though. It had little to offer and didn't spark any Genesis great songs or hits. There’s no great reason to play it. Another point to the critics. 

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