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Islands

Islands

Progressive Rock Album Progressive Rock British 1971 King Crimson Chamber Influenced

Islands is the fourth studio album by the English progressive rock band King Crimson, released in 1971. It represents a transitional phase for the group, featuring a lineup that included bassist and vocalist Boz Burrell, who was trained to play bass specifically for the recording by guitarist Robert...

7.2 Good

apps Top Islands Alternatives

The top alternative to Islands in 2026 is Close to the Edge with a score of 9.2/10, followed by Fragile (9.2) and Selling England by the Pound (9.2).

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Close to the Edge

Close to the Edge

Close to the Edge is the fifth studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes, released in 1972. The album is anc...

British 1970S Essential Yes
9.2 Excellent
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Fragile

Fragile

Released in 1971, Fragile is the fourth studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes. It was the band's first a...

Classic British 1970S Yes
9.2 Excellent
3
Selling England by the Pound

Selling England by the Pound

Selling England by the Pound is the fifth studio album by the English progressive rock band Genesis, released in 1973. R...

British 1970S Essential Genesis
9.2 Excellent
4
In the Court of the Crimson King

In the Court of the Crimson King

In the Court of the Crimson King is the debut studio album by the English rock band King Crimson, released in 1969. The...

Progressive Rock British Foundational 1969
9.2 Excellent
5
Larks' Tongues in Aspic

Larks' Tongues in Aspic

Larks' Tongues in Aspic is the fifth studio album by the English progressive rock band King Crimson, released in 1973. I...

British Essential 1973 King Crimson
9.2 Excellent
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Thick as a Brick

Thick as a Brick

Released in 1972 by the British rock band Jethro Tull, Thick as a Brick is a concept album consisting of a single contin...

British 1972 Symphonic Prog Jethro Tull
9.2 Excellent
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Moving Pictures

Moving Pictures

Released in 1981, 'Moving Pictures' is the eighth studio album by the Canadian rock band Rush. The record represents the...

Canadian Progressive Rock Essential 1981
9.2 Excellent
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The Yes Album

The Yes Album

"The Yes Album" is the third studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes, released in 1971. It marks a critica...

British 1970S Breakthrough Yes
9.1 Excellent
9
Pawn Hearts

Pawn Hearts

Pawn Hearts is the fourth studio album by the English progressive rock band Van der Graaf Generator, released in 1971 on...

British 1971 Essential Avant Prog
9.1 Excellent
10
Hand. Cannot. Erase.

Hand. Cannot. Erase.

Hand. Cannot. Erase. is a studio album by British progressive rock musician Steven Wilson, released in 2015. The record...

Concept British 2015 Prog Rock
9.0 Excellent
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Aqualung

Aqualung

Aqualung is the fourth studio album by British rock band Jethro Tull, released in 1971. The album is characterized by it...

Progressive Rock Concept British 1971
8.9 Great
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In Absentia

In Absentia

*In Absentia* is the seventh studio album by British progressive rock band Porcupine Tree, released in 2002. Marking the...

British Essential 2002 Prog Metal
8.9 Great
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In the Land of Grey and Pink

In the Land of Grey and Pink

In the Land of Grey and Pink is the third studio album by English progressive rock band Caravan, released in 1971. It is...

Caravan British 1971 Essential
8.9 Great
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Starless and Bible Black

Starless and Bible Black

Starless and Bible Black is the eighth studio album by the English progressive rock band King Crimson, released in 1974...

British 1974 Improvised King Crimson
8.5 Great
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Tarkus

Tarkus

Tarkus is the second studio album by the English progressive rock trio Emerson, Lake & Palmer, released in 1971 on Islan...

British 1971 Symphonic Prog Elp
8.3 Great
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Acquiring the Taste

Acquiring the Taste

Acquiring the Taste is the second studio album by the British progressive rock band Gentle Giant, released in 1971. The...

Complex British 1971 Gentle Giant
8.2 Great
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THRAK

THRAK

THRAK is the eleventh studio album by the British progressive rock band King Crimson, released in 1995. It marked the en...

British 1995 King Crimson Avant Prog
8.1 Great
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Lizard

Lizard

"Lizard" is the third studio album by the English progressive rock band King Crimson, released in 1970. It is characteri...

Experimental British 1970 King Crimson
7.6 Good
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In the Wake of Poseidon

In the Wake of Poseidon

In the Wake of Poseidon is the second studio album by the English progressive rock band King Crimson, released in 1970....

Dark Progressive Rock British 1970
7.4 Good
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The Division Bell

The Division Bell

The Division Bell is the fourteenth studio album by the English progressive rock band Pink Floyd, released in March 1994...

Progressive Rock British 1994 Pink Floyd
7.2 Good

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs Islands Action
Close to the Edge
Close to the Edge
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Essential
9.2 Excellent +2.0 Compare
Fragile
Fragile
Progressive Rock Album Classic British 1970S
9.2 Excellent +2.0 Compare
Selling England by the Pound
Selling England by the Pound
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Essential
9.2 Excellent +2.0 Compare
In the Court of the Crimson King
In the Court of the Crimson King
Progressive Rock Album Progressive Rock British Foundational
9.2 Excellent +2.0 Compare
Larks' Tongues in Aspic
Larks' Tongues in Aspic
Progressive Rock Album British Essential 1973
9.2 Excellent +2.0 Compare
Thick as a Brick
Thick as a Brick
Progressive Rock Album British 1972 Symphonic Prog
9.2 Excellent +2.0 Compare
Moving Pictures
Moving Pictures
Progressive Rock Album Canadian Progressive Rock Essential
9.2 Excellent +2.0 Compare
The Yes Album
The Yes Album
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Breakthrough
9.1 Excellent +1.9 Compare
Pawn Hearts
Pawn Hearts
Progressive Rock Album British 1971 Essential
9.1 Excellent +1.9 Compare
Hand. Cannot. Erase.
Hand. Cannot. Erase.
Progressive Rock Album Concept British 2015
9.0 Excellent +1.8 Compare

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help Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best alternatives to Islands?
The top alternatives to Islands in 2026 include Close to the Edge, Fragile, Selling England by the Pound, In the Court of the Crimson King, Larks' Tongues in Aspic. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Islands compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Islands scores 7.2/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Islands worth it in 2026?
Islands scores 7.2/10 in the Progressive Rock Album category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to Islands?
Several alternatives to Islands offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Islands?
Common reasons users look for Islands alternatives include pricing, specific feature gaps, better integration needs, or simply exploring newer options. Our objective scoring helps you compare without bias.
How many alternatives to Islands are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Islands in the Progressive Rock Album category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Islands alternative has the highest rating?
Close to the Edge currently holds the highest rating among Islands alternatives with a score of 9.2/10.
Can I use Close to the Edge instead of Islands?
Close to the Edge is one of the top-rated alternatives to Islands. While they serve similar purposes in the Progressive Rock Album space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Islands?
Pricing varies among Islands alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Progressive Rock Album category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Islands alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
Islands vs Close to the Edge: which is better?
Islands scores 7.2/10 while Close to the Edge scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Islands vs Fragile: which is better?
Islands scores 7.2/10 while Fragile scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Islands vs Selling England by the Pound: which is better?
Islands scores 7.2/10 while Selling England by the Pound scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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