Triple M Melbourne 105.1 is at it again, bringing back the much-anticipated GOAT Countdown, but this time with a twist. We had a mission to uncover the Greatest Year of All Time in music history, and with your help – we nailed it!
We played out the results of each battle, year against year, on 105.1 Triple M Melbourne, over two weeks, with the final results presented by Legend of the station and Godfather of Triple M, Lee Simon!
Lee also recently joined Matty O on Homegrown to tell this amazing anecdote from when he met Lou Reed and Bruce Springsteen:
In the latest Triple M GOAT Countdown, our goal was to determine music’s greatest ever year, from the iconic Summer of ’69 to the present day. This journey through time not only sparked nostalgia but also celebrated the evolution of music.
The Countdown: A Musical Journey Through Time
As the votes rolled in, the excitement built. Here’s the full leaderboard, showcasing the diverse years that have left a lasting impact on music’s ever-evolving landscape:
Monday, April 8
- #44: 1990 – The dawn of a new era in music.
- #43: 1974 – A year marked by rock revolutions and soulful expressions.
- #42: 1986 – Iconic anthems that defined a generation.
- #41: 1966 – The birth of legendary rock and roll.
- #40: 2006 – A fusion of genres, bringing fresh sounds to the forefront.
Tuesday, April 9
- #39: 1972 – Soul and funk take the world by storm.
- #38: 1996 – The rise of groundbreaking pop and hip-hop.
- #37: 1981 – A pivotal year for the music video revolution.
- #36: 2011 – Modern hits that resonated globally.
- #35: 1976 – Classic rock reaches new heights.
- #34: 1992 – The explosion of grunge and alternative rock.
Wednesday, April 10
- #33: 1968 – Psychedelic sounds and social movements.
- #32: 2009 – Digital music’s breakthrough year.
- #31: 1988 – Hip-hop’s golden age begins.
- #30: 1998 – Pop and R&B blend in unforgettable ways.
- #29: 1978 – Disco’s peak and rock’s resilience.
- #28: 2007 – Indie bands and pop idols emerge.
- #27: 1965 – Folk music and rock n’ roll collide.
- #26: 1995 – Alternative rock and electronic dance music thrive.
Thursday, April 11
- #25: 1984 – Synth-pop and electronic music take center stage.
- #24: 2001 – A new millennium of music innovation.
- #23: 1970 – The zenith of the rock era.
- #22: 1993 – The emergence of seminal albums across genres.
- #21: 1967 – The Summer of Love’s psychedelic soundtrack.
- #20: 2008 – The digital music revolution accelerates.
- #19: 1982 – Iconic albums that have stood the test of time.
Friday, April 12
- #18: 1997 – A year of landmark albums and emerging genres.
- #17: 1975 – Rock anthems and ballads dominate the charts.
- #16: 2004 – The indie rock and hip-hop surge.
- #15: 1989 – The end of an era and the birth of new music legends.
- #14: 1979 – The disco zenith and the punk rock rebellion.
- #13: 2000 – The dawn of a new century in music.
The Top 12 Battled It Out
- 1991 defeated 1980
- 1973 defeated 1994
- 1987 defeated 2003
- 1999 defeated 1977
- 1985 defeated 1969
- 1971 defeated 1983
Six Into Two
- 1987 defeated 1999
- 1971 defeated 1985
- Then 1987 defeated 1971 to go into the Grand Final
- 1991 defeated 1973
The Grand Final – and ultimate Greatest Year Of All Time In Music as decided by voters in Triple M Melbourne’s GOAT Countdown:
1991!
Rock music fans of the greatest city in the world, thank you for voting – online and to the studio (1 333 53) in your many, many thousands in Triple M Melbourne’s GOAT Countdown
You crowned 1991 the Greatest Year Of All Time for music. And we reckon that’s a very good call.
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