Interpol Albums Ranked

Interpol is an American rock band from Manhattan, New York. Formed in 1997, their original line-up consisted of Paul Banks (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Daniel Kessler (lead guitar, backing vocals), Carlos Dengler (bass guitar, keyboards), and Greg Drudy (drums). Drudy left the band in 2000 and was replaced by Sam Fogarino. Dengler left to pursue other projects in 2010, with Banks taking on the additional role of bassist instead of hiring a new one. Interpol’s debut album Turn On the Bright Lights (2002) was critically acclaimed, making it to No. 10 on NME’s list of the top albums of the year and No. 1 on Pitchfork Media’s list of the top 50 albums of the year. Here are all of Interpol albums ranked.

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6. Marauder (2018)

“An unfairly maligned album in the band’s discography. There are not many heights on the album but not many lows either. It’s a solid record that suffers from some subpar production. In this case, the low fi tinge helps in some aspects. A solid album from a band coming up on 20 years of work.”

5. Interpol (2010)

“Rather than being one more shot for glory “Interpol” is a more subtle, somber affair signaling Carlos’ exit from the band. By no means easy listening, it is very much their ‘difficult’ album with the band often sounding like they’re playing with one hand behind their back, it is nonetheless a triumph.”

4. El Pintor (2014)

“El Pintor might be the strongest Interpol album yet, since” Turn on the Bright Lights”. The songs have a presence with an intricate rhythm section, warm melodies, and a deep atmospheric backdrop. The album kicks off with high energy “All The Rage Back Home”, which is reminiscent of the Interpol rockers “Slow Hands” and “Obstacle 1”, which sets the tone for this beautifully crafted fusion of rhythm and post rock.”

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3. Our Love To Admire (2007)

“All Interpol fans, even though you may “hate” this album, and this album was not well received, I tell you if you listen to this enough times, this album becomes a masterpiece. With the vocals, to the guitars, to the track layout, everything is as it should be. A great album, and Interpol masterpiece that will take you through many exhilarating and emotional moments in just 47 minutes. Just set aside your past feelings or thoughts of this album and absorb it. To me, this was always the greatest Interpol album they have ever released.“

2. Antics (2004)

“Antics begins by lighting a slow-burning fuse titled Next Exit. A somber, hypnotic opener introducing the listener, reluctantly, to the forthcoming tale of social turbulence. Vocalist Paul Banks remarks, “You’ve been building up steam, ignited by this fight, so do this thing with me instead of tying on a tight one tonight”, calling for bravery in the face of a discouraging, drug-infused descent.”

1. Turn On The Bright Lights (2002)

“Truly a mind-blowing piece of work. Started to listen to this album and didn’t know what to expect. Finishing it with my mouth wide open and uncontrollably staring at my speaker. Tremendous, heightened, amazing sound.  A true classic with a fantastic mix of fast angular rock and drawn out atmospheric post-punk.”