10. England’s Newest Hitmakers (1964)

The Rolling Stones’ debut featured ten distinctive covers of classic songs — including a spirited reimagining of Buddy Holly’s “Not Fade Away” that is a highlight as an album opener. There are also originals — the instrumental “Now I’ve Got A Witness” feels like bit of a toss off, but “Tell me” is a fully actualized track, with all of the DNA of the band’s great early signature style.