Reviews (page 2 of 8)
Doodly
This one was kind of weird, and kind of cool! Hated his singing, but musically, there’s some interesting stuff in here.
Ok album
Mostly interesting but not something I choose to listen to normally
Maso
Nope 1
I took an extra break at work just to hide out in the restroom and give this 1 star. 1/5
Odd but charmingly beautiful
No me gustó nada, pero nada de nada. De los peores que me tocó hasta ahora.
Eish die is 'n rowwe luister definitief nie my koppie tee nie
2-
2.5 Not the worst thing I've heard and I quite enjoyed the weirdness for a bit but it just didn't work for me over the course of a whole album
Interesting experimentation
Robert Wyatt is completely new to me. I was digging this album until the last two tracks. At the front end there is great piano and synths… vocals aren’t great, but not bad either. The chords are interesting and fresh sounding. But things took a hard turn on the song Alife with the squeaking saxophones… really off putting. I remember Mott the Hopple using that on their album — what is with UK artists purposely using such an awful sound??
This was a strange listen with some moments I thought were really interesting and some that I found to be grating and unenjoyable. There might be something here, only time will tell if and when I return to it to really find out. 2 listens Favorite Track: Sea Song
This was average at best and then came a few moments where I wanted to turn it off (Alife).
Struggled to make my mind up here. Even within individual songs found myself enjoying parts. But overall it didn’t hit
Can’t finish this one. Can hear the guys a good musician but just rambling along. And I like a good ramble, I like Kurt vile! But sheesh
I've never heard this album and to my knowledge I've never heard Robert Wyatt. Doing a blind listen my first thought is how unbelievably indulgent it is for something recorded in 1974. I can't imagine a recording engineer sitting through this shit. It had me wondering if it was completely self produced. Then occasionally there would be interesting loops or drones kind of interspersed that made me feel like someone knew what they were doing. Somehow more interesting than it's contemporary Steely Dan. I will never listen to this shit again.
sure
An interesting one. Not particularly engaging for me, but given when it came out, and the story engine it, I can hear the influence on newer music.
Wawawawawawawawawawawa
3/10
Ok so my main take away from this album is two things, first, it wasn’t for me. Did not care for the vast majority of this album. The songs I liked were “little red riding hood hit the road” and “little Red Robin Hood hit the road”. But for whatever reason, I only saved the later song. That being said I didn’t hate this album at all which leads me to my second take way; I want more of this from this list! So many times there will be an album on this list were I don’t really have strong feelings about it one way or the other cause it’s just more of something I’ve heard before. But this album was entirely unique which I really really loved! I might not have actually loved the album itself but I loved the idea of the album. It was challenging but wildly unique and musically interesting. You can hear the amount of talent on this album is immense. I was super won over by it even if I didn’t actually like it. I guess it just earned my respect in a weird forgettable way. Seriously though, I want more albums on this list to be THIS unique and original!
I’ve realized I’m much more likely to enjoy the weird avant garde experimental music on the list than the average listener. I find this stuff fascinating and at least interesting to listen to. I’m kind of baffled it made the list of lowest ranked albums from the whole list. I consider boring safe music to be much worse and more deserving of 1 or 2 stars
Nopers
no se no me gusto. No se ni que es esta musica. 2/10
Thanks to this list, I have come to despise the late 60s/early 70s psychedelic rock phase. While this album is much more personal than most, I truly cannot listen to it.
distonal pop-ish "jazz" -- it just sounds self-indulgent
I rarely find albums that I struggle to finish. This is one of them. Just not my jam.
Interesting but not remotely entertaining for me
I don’t know if this was bad. I don’t know if these instrumentalists were possibly very talented. I don’t know what they were going for, and i don’t know if they achieved that. I do, however, know that I did not enjoy listening to any part of that album.
Just a brutal listen.
this thing is a fantastic trip. so much tenderness and vulnerability fortified by dense instrumentation, studio manipulation, and wandering melodies. structured in a way that keeps the listener on their toes, never certain what's coming next. loads of musical ideas and expression come and go, full of mystery and foreboding. the skipping and jumping rhythms that kick off "Little Red Riding Hood Hit the Road" along with the scattering horns are sublime and remind me of "No God Only Religion" from Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating In Space (maybe in the same key?) the last 3 minutes of the record are an appropriate comedown to all the madness that precedes it. I don't understand half the words that appear on these songs, and that's fine. I tried getting into this album probably 10 years ago and I didn't get far with it, but I guess I'm ready for it now. an absorbing experience.
“Little Red Riding Hood Hit The Road” is the only song I liked on here both times I listened to it. 1.5 rounded up.
Proggy start. Weirdly effective voice. Unconventional, but I like it. This is growing on me! 3
fascinating. i'm not totally sold on the vocal recording and production, but the instrumental work is really quite something, both spacious and complex
interesting
I like the micro organisms on thr cover
dont know what to say
Robert Wyatt very nearly lost his life to the rock and roll lifestyle when he fell from a fourth floor window at a drunken party in 1973. As it was, he ended up breaking his back and being paralyzed from the waist down. He later credited this accident with saving his life as he stopped drinking from that point on. He was also fortunate that he had a circle of supportive friends who helped him adapt his instruments and studio so he could carry on working on this album. Whether you like this album or not will very much depend on your tolerance for mid 70s progressive rock noodling with reedy vocals and occasional nonsense lyrics. I found it oddly affecting and he certainly has an all star band backing him on this, including Nick Mason, Mike Oldfield, Ivor Cutler and Fred Frith. I would recommend looking for his version of ‘I’m a Believer’ on Top of the Pops on YouTube. Apparently the BBC producers didn’t want to show him performing in a wheelchair saying that it “was not suitable for family viewing”. Not surprisingly he told them to get lost and went ahead with the song as planned. The result was absolutely joyous.
Listening to this album almost sent me to rock bottom. It's a no from me.
70-tallet? ✅ Gubbe? ✅ Rock? ✅ Men: Selv til Gubberock å være var dette kjedelig.
Fastidioso e irritante
Not great, not terrible.
i was ready to rate this 1 star after the first song but luckily it got better
This didn’t really do much for me 2.5/5
Off putting. And sometimes I like that. Sometimes I find that intriguing and charming. This honestly made me feel a bit sick. There would be a moment or two where something would stand out to me like a trumpet or whatever but then it would go on and on and get more clashing and confusing and I would be like never mind. Towards the end my internet stopped working and I took it as a sign of deliverance that I could stop listening without finishing because it was seriously starting to do my head in. With other albums that I just can’t picture myself ever enjoying, I often to try to imagine if it were made by a band I already liked how I might interpret it differently or if I knew a friend really liked it what they would say about it that could convince me towards it but here I truly struggle to think that way because honestly has anybody even heard of this before?! Has this in any way left a mark of any kind on this world other than forcing people to listen to it in this list? Maybe I’m wrong but I doubt it. And like I’m always gonna support anybody doing what they feel is artistic to them and expressing themselves however they feel to but again I just can’t see it here. Maybe as some kind of absurdist film score?! Man I’m just tired and I can’t handle the riddle of this now.
Liked this more than I thought I would. I liked the "upside-down" jazz fusion on this album; strong rock influence with jazz sensibilities and flair.
Rock Bottom Robert Wyatt 1974 Genres: Rock Styles: Art Rock, Experimental, Folk Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Avantgarde, Prog Rock 1. Sea Song (★★★☆☆) -Contexto: Declaración de amor extraña y acuática dedicada a Alfreda “Alfie” Benge. El mar funciona como metáfora de una relación cambiante, misteriosa y absorbente. Musicalmente es hipnótica: piano, sintetizadores y una melodía que parece balancearse como las olas. 2. A Last Straw (★★⯨☆☆) -Contexto: Sensación de agotamiento y de haber llegado al límite (“la última gota”). La letra es fragmentaria y onírica; transmite ansiedad, fragilidad física y mental y una lucha por mantener el equilibrio interior. 3. Little Red Riding Hood Hit the Road (★★⯨☆☆) -Contexto: Relectura surrealista de Caperucita Roja convertida en viaje psicodélico. Habla de abandonar un lugar seguro y lanzarse a lo desconocido. Destacan la trompeta desatada y el clima entre cómico y perturbador. 4. Alifib (★★☆☆☆) -Contexto: Retrato íntimo de Alfreda Benge. Wyatt repite y descompone su nombre como si fuera un mantra amoroso. La canción trata de dependencia, cuidado mutuo y fascinación por la persona amada; es una de las piezas más tiernas del disco. 5. Alife (★★☆☆☆) -Contexto: Continuación de “Alifib”, pero más abstracta. El título sugiere “a life” y también juega fonéticamente con “Alfie”. Reflexiona sobre compartir una vida con otra persona, perderse y encontrarse en ella. El saxo crea un ambiente inquietante y emocional. 6. Little Red Robin Hood Hit the Road (★★⯨☆☆) -Contexto: Cierre y espejo del tema 3. Los personajes de los cuentos se mezclan (Robin Hood, Caperucita) en una especie de despedida fantástica. La música se expande lentamente hasta un final melancólico, como si el viaje continuara fuera del disco. -TOTAL = ★★⯨☆☆ (2,42) -Debería ser un 2, tal vez, pero para mí es basura, un 1.
At least it included some real instruments.
What was this? This belongs on the list of albums to listen to before I die? I did not like this at all. Felt difficult to stay interested much less enjoy it.
Atonal but cerebral record. Definitely filled with the internal revelations, struggles, and fears of someone who just suffered a life-changing accident. The beginning tracks are hard to wrap your head around until you stop thinking about them. After that, the record becomes an expressive mess that carries the emotional weight of the person who wrote it. These are the types of personal records that influence future artists to write the music they want. Music is subjective!
i really enjoy soft machine’s work so i’m not surprised i enjoyed this, it was a good time!!
Hypnotic and better on 2nd listen. Very weird, but moved by the back story. Produced by Nick Mason as well! Glad to have discovered this.
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# Robert Wyatt - *Rock Bottom*: An In-Depth Review Released on July 26, 1974, *Rock Bottom* is not merely an album but a profound artistic statement born from crisis and transformation . It is Robert Wyatt's definitive solo work, a record whose creation is inextricably linked to a life-altering accident that redefined his career. ## The Context and Creation In June 1973, Wyatt fell from a third-floor window at a party, an accident that left him paraplegic and confined to a wheelchair . While much of the album's material had actually been composed before the accident in Venice, his hospitalisation fundamentally shaped its recording and emotional resonance . The accident forced Wyatt to abandon his role as a drummer in favour of focusing on his voice and keyboards, pivoting his sound toward a more intimate, introspective style . In this crucible of hardship, the album’s raw and vulnerable character was forged. Produced by Pink Floyd's Nick Mason, the album gathered an impressive circle of collaborators, including Fred Frith, Hugh Hopper (Soft Machine), and Wyatt's partner and future wife, the poet Alfreda Benge, who contributed vocals and designed the album's iconic cover . ## Musical and Lyrical Analysis **Music and Production:** The music on *Rock Bottom* is a hypnotic, atmospheric blend of progressive rock, jazz fusion, and avant-garde experimentation . Its sound is defined not by traditional rock instrumentation, but by a delicate and often eerie interplay of keyboards—including the distinctive sound of the reed organ and harmonium—alongside saxophones, bass, and subtle percussion . This creates a "beautifully placid" yet intense soundscape . The production, overseen by Mason, is masterful in its spaciousness; it allows each instrument to breathe, enveloping Wyatt's voice in a dreamlike, sometimes harrowing, sonic world . This production choice is a key to the album's success, turning its stark arrangements into immersive, emotional landscapes. **Lyrics and Themes:** The lyrics are dense, surreal, and deeply personal, often described as "poetic." They eschew straightforward narratives for impressionistic images, touching on themes of vulnerability, love, and resilience. While not a direct narrative of his accident, the themes of liminality, survival, and acceptance permeate the work . The song "Alife," featuring Benge's vocals, is a poignant highlight, showcasing a dialogue of intimacy and support . The album ultimately presents a "peaceful state" that confronts life's lows with a deeply felt, "surging love" for existence and his partner, turning a story of potential defeat into one of profound, quiet triumph . ## Influence and Legacy *Rock Bottom* stands as a cornerstone of the "Canterbury scene," pushing the boundaries of art rock beyond its guitar, bass, and drums foundation into a more experimental and emotionally resonant territory . Its influence is vast, inspiring generations of musicians who value emotional honesty and sonic experimentation. The album's impact is evident in its continued celebration and the tributes it has inspired, such as the North Sea Radio Orchestra's 2019 album *Folly Bololey (Songs from Robert Wyatt's Rock Bottom)* . It cemented Wyatt's legacy not just as a musician, but as a "cherished maverick," an artist who turned a personal catastrophe into a masterpiece of fragile beauty . ## Pros and Cons **Pros:** - **Emotional Depth:** The album is an intensely moving experience, conveying profound vulnerability and resilience . - **Unique Soundscape:** Its innovative use of keyboards, horns, and minimalist production creates a timeless, dreamlike atmosphere . - **Artistic Integrity:** Wyatt's performance is utterly sincere, transforming personal pain into universal art. - **High-Profile Collaborators:** Contributions from Nick Mason, Fred Frith, and Alfreda Benge elevate the album's quality and texture . **Cons:** - **Accessibility:** Its abstract lyrics and unconventional sound may be challenging for listeners accustomed to traditional rock or pop structures. - **Somber Mood:** The album's consistent, haunting atmosphere can be emotionally draining for some, offering little in the way of conventional relief or upbeat moments. - **Niche Appeal:** Its avant-garde nature, while a strength for enthusiasts, may make it a difficult entry point for those unfamiliar with the Canterbury scene or progressive jazz-rock. *Rock Bottom* is an essential listening experience, a testament to art's power to transcend suffering and create beauty from brokenness.
HOW IS THIS ON HERE???
Brim full of utter woe. Except for a surprisingly charming cameo from Ivor Cutler.
So beguiling and strange, definitely a precursor to the later Talk Talk records (which I adore). It can get a little…precious? at times, but ya know. Such is the cost of being unafraid to be strange. I think this is very cool and interesting overall and it’s a must-listen, #380.
Some parts were ok but mostly bad.
It was just ok ish at times.
Perseverance.
Assault on my ears. Poorly mixed. Caterwauling vocals. Rock Bottom indeed. Started to get into it on track 3. I’m a sucker for reversing sounds. Loved the keyboard on track 4. Very Radiohead. Great experimental sax on track 5. Fine. I just hated the first two tracks. Strong finish. The rest is genius. 4/5
Painful shit.
this did feel like rock bottom for me….. there’s no way i had to hear this before i die
Haven't heard of the guy. Well, this is bad. I see the vibe he was going for, it does sound a little like some other things from the era. But the songs are just completely random, this whole album isn't cohesive at all. Robert is just doing whatever. I didn't get a headache but also I don't think it deserves anything above 1 1/5
i dont know, it's just so weird and interesting.
Never heard of this guy and probably for for a good reason. Not sure of his claim to fame but it want music
Weird. Almost stopped on the very first song. In fact - I did! Horrible. Same with #2 and #3. But came back, stayed with it. And ended up liking #4. Alicia and #5 Alife. That's it.
hmmm. maybe better to just say 'did not listen' bc I don't know what to say about this record - was it reaaaally that important - did he get Floyd to sound this way? Not likely. Whatever he did, bless his heart, but I don't think the bland, ethereal mwuaaawaaas were all that. To quote Stu (hey stu!) .. but hey, what do I know? It's no preztel logic haha : )
It reminds me of winter. There's a heaviness to the album's overall sound. Then, there are these light, squeaky moments, like the holidays, that bring a bit of joy. A small light in the dark.
At first confounding. Then intriguing as you start to lean in. And finally utterly beguiling. To hear all that is going on - headphones are a must here. Time stretches and space transforms as this album genuinely reaches for something. Whether it reaches anything worth finding is up to the listener - but the journey is spellbinding. A truly delicious feast for the ears. And the mind.
2.5 Enjoyed the instrumentals (which is most of the album) but man this dude’s voice is super grating and unpleasant.
2.3/5
Another Album for People Who are Weirder than I
I remember having a challenging time listening to Robert Wyatt's Shleep a year and a half ago. It was tough because I was deeply moved by Robert's devotion to continue writing music after breaking his spine. In fact, this album, Rock Bottom, was being worked on when he had that accidental fall, and he would continue working on the songs from his wheelchair in the hospital. From what I can tell, it was a serendipitous time for Robert to continue his writing in that state, and I certainly respect that. Though, like my time with Shleep, I found listening to Rock Bottom challenging, albeit with more tempered expectations now. With Rock Bottom, Robert Wyatt sought to take a more atypical jazz fusion approach, taking the loose improvisations of jazz with folk rock song structures. It's hard not to notice the aching performance he puts in behind the vocal and whistling keyboard synths alongside a variety of personnel. The album starts warmly, as Robert was inspired by his time with his future wife, Alfreda Benge, to provide the deeply profound "Sea Song" and equally harrowing "A Last Straw", imagining themselves as sea creatures finding their way home together in the depths of the ocean. It's a lovely opening sentiment before the album metamorphoses into something largely obtuse and cryptic. The absolute gibberish across "Alifib" and "Alife", as well as the bizarre confrontations on "Little Red Riding Hood Hit the Road" and "Little Red Robin Hood Hit the Road", are sold with such deep conviction from Robert, even as I can't quite understand what's going on amidst the squonking horns, complex drumming patterns, and occasional backmasking. The album is deliberate in its obfuscation, which is something I can admire, even as I'm left distant but not as badly this time around. The more I think about it, the more I feel rewarded in untangling the work on Rock Bottom. Perhaps this album will grow on me and inspire me to revisit Shleep with a better understanding. But for now, I'm glad that my admiration for Robert Wyatt has grown.
4/10 - mediocre trying too hard to be different
Сара 3 Марко 3
No fav song
Eipä kolahtanut millään tasolla. Taustamusiikkia.
Damn, that’s one hell of a weird album. Quite enjoyed it though.
Just very boring for me. Not unlistenable trash, but I don't like his voice that much and the instrumentals are too boring to salvage mid vocals. Songs all kinda blur together.
A remarkable record given the circumstances of its creation but a difficult listen that seems to delight in sounding like nails down a chalkboard at times. But the influence of tracks like Little Red Riding Hood on Radiohead is obvious.
This was a very interesting album. I sought it out because I knew it was experimental and known for being avant-garde, but with that being said, you never know exactly what you’re getting into. Well, this was a great discovery. I love finding these odd and experimental albums from the ‘60s and ‘70s. It’s hard for me to break this one down in words because I need to go back and listen to it one or two more times to absorb it better, but if you like innovative prog rock, you’ll like this one.
I would genuinely like some of these songs if it wasn't for the vocals. The strange high pitch and noises really grate. Others are just irredeemably bad
This album isn’t on rock bottom, but it’s only the width of a head hair from being there
Bit too weird for me.
Too psychedelic for a 70's kid
bro was definitely at rock bottom man wtf is this
A collection of ambiance with some proto New Wave vibes. Kind of reminded me of Brian Eno, but less synth and not as enjoyable. Didn't love it- some interesting instrumental moments but the singing wasn't great. Overall- fine
Def not my fav and kinda boring (not what I was in the mood for) BUT good music overall. Weird that the second and last song had the same name but seemingly different songs as a whole. Regardless, I enjoyed Little Red Riding Hood Hit The Road (fantastic horns in that one)
Was ok up to Alife, strange dreamlike feel to it and I do kind of like his voice. But that track with its more annoying ramblings and childlike language put off the thought of giving it another listen. Didn’t mind the Ivor Cutler bit.
Oft off-kilter and off-key yet again strangely beguiling - loved how Little Red Riding Hood Hit The Road was put together - although not quite as enchanting overall as Shleep.
Strange stuff as ever from Mr Wyatt. Appealing in places less so in others
ziemlich langsame melodien welche ein wenig abgespaced? wie auf LSD trip klangen. Kann manchen gefallen, war mir zu eintönig
Das waren bis aufs letzte Lied unzusammenhängende Töne, die ich auch spielen könnte. Furchtbar.
Die gute Nachricht ist, dass es das letzte Soloalbum von Robert Wyatt auf dieser Liste ist
I don't understand why this gets so much hate. Yes, it's not amazing but it has some very nice tracks like Sea Song, Little Red Riding (and Robin!) Hood Hit The Road and Alifib. Those four were very nice to study to.
Was this nice to listen to? No. But was it interesting? Also no. I liked the wee man at the end, so it can get a very generous 2
Pretty unpleasant and dissonant in terms of music. His vocals on the early tracks are kind of wandering and erratic especially when he scats through entire segments to the point I thought it was meant to be a joke. Later in the album it drifts more into expiramental psychedelics with vocals and instruments seemingly recorded and played in reverse adding to the disharmony. Its kind of captivating in a way but it isn't something I would choose to listen to again and would only recommend to people who specifically ask for stuff thats out there. The story behind the album and artist is crazy though.
What a fucking annoying album. Rambling, experimental nonsense. Gives Prog Rock a bad name!
Now that I have written and recorded a song (yes, still have a huuuugge head and riding the high over that one! ha ha), I have a new found respect for the effort that goes into music making and recording music - before I read the wiki I was going to write a snarky comment like 'no respect for this one!', then I dug a little deeper. I think this album is a bit of a mess, and I'm not into it musically, though it does have a few interesting and enjoyable passages amongst the auditory garbage - BUT - after learning Wyatt recorded this music before/during/after a terrible accident that left him wheelchair bound, I have to say I am impressed. What an awesome attitude to not only continue on with your craft, but have it inspire you to create even more! I just wish he'd had a more objective ear, or more feedback, or something - it could have been so much better with a clearer focus - but hey, I guess that's art!
1,3/5
Rock Bottom is a good name for this album, because it’s that bad. I can tell why dude was a drummer and not a lead singer, cuz dude can’t sing a lick. Also dude tries to be interesting and experimental, and only manages to be annoying AF
this probably would've been a 2 if I hadn't found out about the health crisis the artist went into and what he's accomplished to still complete the album despite of his struggles
British people should be banned from making fusion rock
I think this is probably a work of genius and I'm just too dim to appreciate it.
¿Qué es lo que tanto gusta de este hombre? Este si estuvo muy gacho
I thought this album was super long, because it would not end. Realized that I just had it on a loop for 2 hours, and didn't realize the songs were repeating. So yeah, it definitely didn't click for me.
This shit is nonsense ass dawg. Almost no substance and just no cohesion. The guitar in the last track is cool. I guess.
It’s interesting, that’s for sure. The deconstruction of song structure and melody is a fun exercise. But at the end of the day, I like when such experimental music has a redeeming quality that makes it feel worth my time. If Rock Bottom did, it’s buried underneath the 20 layers of nonsense. That said, I did enjoy the last track.
8 / 10
It’s a no from me, which I think was the same reaction I had to his other album on here, which in itself is astonishing that he has two albums on the list.
Bonuspoäng för häftighet
Instrumentellt trevligt men annars konstigt, på det inte så bra sättet.
Sticker ut! Det är sånt här jag vill ha på denna lista. Inget jag lär lägga in i min vanliga spellista, men låtet bra och absolut värt att höra innan jag dör
Ah, es de esos que me dejan medio turulato. Ok, como hacemos? Para mí merece halagos solo por cortar con lo de siempre. Nota: 4.0
It's a very weird album and just not in my wheelhouse. I like some psychedelic rock, but bands that have more of the rock. This was just too slow and melodic for my taste.
Rough to get through, the story behind this album is inspiring though
I liked Schleep (also featured on the list) more than most but this one seems particularly vapid.
I am weird. But I am not this weird
Judging by the global reviews, this is one of the worst albums on the list. I can understand that impression, because what Robert Wyatt and company offer here really is “rock bottom” - in the sense that it really can’t get any worse. In addition to the completely inaccessible compositions, his extremely annoying vocals play a major role in this. I’m sure I could find some positive aspects if I were to focus on this album for a few hours. But I have neither the desire nor the time to do so.
Not for me. Would prefer not to listen again. 1.1/10
Why does this album exist? "Rock Bottom" tries to be a good album, but it fails. The first two songs are decent compared to the tracks that come after. "Little Red Riding Hood Hit the Road" has a section that's backwards for some reason. Do not get me started on the second half of the album. 1 star for "Rock Bottom".
Rock Bottom is not exactly a great listen for me, but I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t fascinating. This album feels like it keeps forgetting what music is supposed to do, then suddenly remembers for about a minute before wandering back into the fog. Noises clash, instruments drift around like they’re improvising in separate rooms, and then out of nowhere everything comes together into something surprisingly coherent and interesting. Then, just as quickly, it loosens up again and floats away. I will say, a lot of the sounds here feel way ahead of 1974, and what kept me intrigued was that every track had its own strange identity. I genuinely didn’t know where it was going next, and that gave the album some real listenability. Maybe this was Robert Wyatt’s headspace after his accident, or maybe that’s just the obvious interpretation to reach for, but either way, Rock Bottom is a deeply weird, unsettling, and oddly impressive project. I’m glad I heard it, but I don’t see myself revisiting it much. For me, it’s a 2.5 out of 5, generously rounded up to a 3.
I couldn't finish Sea Song; there's a high-pitched frequency that was physically uncomfortable. The other songs are very interesting, but so discordant that I wouldn't revisit it.
Unusual
At first I thought I liked it. Went for a second listen and couldn't get through it at all.
New to me, exceptionally weird, and hard on the ears.
really interesting album not 100 percent sure if i actually like it but at the moment i really enjoyed it. the atmosphere and singing make for a really sombre listening experience that sounds like what dissociating feels like 7/10 Favourite: Little Red Riding Hood Hit the Road Least Favourite: A Last Straw
'Sea song' was an adventure. I appreciate something different and experimental
Well, I was leery of putting this on after I looked Robert Wyatt up and saw that he was in Soft Machine, whose album I already had the displeasure of listening to. I saw this dipped a little more into genres that I am warm to, so I wasn't sure how I would feel putting this on. I'll certainly admit that this is more melodic, and there are actual SONGS on here and not just disjointed parts slapped together. That said, I'm not really into the dude's voice, and it meandered so far past the song's core at times that it just ended up lost. I read a bit about this dude's life and the tragedy that he faced, and you could hear the raw emotion and sadness in his voice. Got to give it up to him for deciding to keep going and make more music, but I don't want to listen to this again.
Including this album feels like your friend pushing something you’ve never heard of and promising you’ll love it. But you don’t
This is the unique voice of a man shaping his own way, learning, trying, failing and starting over. It's not easy and its not always beautiful. It's always honest. There are moments where what you can hear is grace, or the hope of it. Few things record the process of reinventing a life as poignantly as this.
Quel voyage!
discordant, bizarre, i was into parts of it but mostly hated it. interesting at least
Oi, har aldri hørt noe lignende fra 70-tallet. Veldig spennende, men litt vel mye "blimey" i monitor. Snill firer.
Fikk ikke helt til denne. Skjønner ikke.
Har veldig lyst å like det, men e vanskelig. Spotify har anbefalt en del Wyatt tidligere, men det va litt snillere enn det her.
Eksperimentelle saker. Sea Song er god, resten er veldig vanskelig å få grep om. Skjønner at denne plata har fått en høy status på grunn av Wyatts ulykke, men den er egentlig bare midt på treet interessant.
I've been studying for an exam the whole day and yet somehow this was still the worst part of my day.
Me: Can we have Radiohead? Mom: We have Radiohead at home. I read that this album influenced Thom Yorke. I definitely see where the influence came in. There's some heavily layered music here that at times is really fascinating and entertaining, particularly in the first "Little Red Riding Hood Hit The Road" track (there are two tracks with this title...). But where Radiohead's arrangements feel very carefully assembled, Wyatt's often veer into the chaotic and discordant in a way that's displeasing. And Wyatt's vocals don't add to the experience either. Influential it may be, interesting maybe, but good it most certainly is not. 2/5
Good grief. Found very little to like about this album - vocals, arrangement & overall vibe just didn’t work.
This first song starts simple enough. Sounds sad. Goes a bit awry in places. Was the solo, that Rob performs with his mouth during the second song, a placeholder before he had recorded the guitar and then just forgot to add? Still, pretty song. Feels like I'm lying on my back just below the waters surface. Song 3 sounds like a Thom Yorke song. Seriously. I'm not joking. its great. I'm starting to ask is Rob okay? There's something sad about these first songs, paired with a sparse disappearing album cover. The fourth song sounds like Rob is breathing in to a paper bag and rambling nonsense. I can't forsake you or forsqueek you. Indeed. Saxophone is the perfect instrument to portray a certain madness. Wait this is the same title as that other song? I keep thinking about Syd Barrett. Are we ascending towards some sort of conclusion? Wait who the hell is this hungry guy? Where has he suddenly appeared from? You'll hate this. I love it.
Cockney free jazz? I found it hard to let these songs in - even after a second listen.
This is Rock Bottom.
Love the experimentation on this. Solid 4.
I don't think I recognize this artist, and none of the tracks on this album are ringing a bell either. So I'm going into this completely blind. Okay, so it's nearly impossible to rate this album. Musically, it doesn't make sense why this album would be included on this list. It's just not good. But as far as the backstory for this album goes, yeah, sure, it's interesting and kudos to Robert Wyatt for persevering through his circumstances to create this album. But the name of the list is "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die." Maybe knowing about the backstory of this album is more important than actually listening to the album.
This has moments where it sounds a bit like Kid A. But like, Kid A inside a weird, foggy, bizarro theme park dream. I don't really know what is going on. It is strange, it is compelling, but on the whole I don't think I liked it.
In einem anderen Leben find ich’s 5/5
Yeah this one was weird and kind of low-energy, but I found myself enjoying the sound of it. Reading the backstory on Wyatt (and his accident) was also very interesting as context for this record.
Robert Wyatt, I don't know why I like you, but I really, really do. I got Shleep first and loved that one - this album is also quite good but juuuuust misses something that gives it that extra bit to really make me wanna put it on repeat.
Asssssssssssssssss
Didn't do it for me. Can appreciate the weird and wonderful vibes, and obviously the backstory to it. But overall, this one wants for me. Some skill in the making of it, but feel like it's an acquired taste.
A patience-demanding album, but it can well reward you if the more whimsical side of prog from yesteryear has intrigued you, like from Soft Machine and Yes. Personally, I was quite bored until Alifib, but that's enough to make me want to come back to it in a bit.
This would be great as an ambient instrumental album. Unfortunately it is not.
Hang the artwork in a museum. 5/5
Another "only important because there's something interesting about the recording of the album" (in this case he was quadriplegic). This was, I'm sorry to say, just bad.
lol, this album’s inclusion on this list feels like a major trolling effort from the creator of the project. I have a reasonably high tolerance for nonsense, but this record tests my limits. It’s not that it’s bad, it’s that it feels like it’s intentionally bad; it feels like a prank, honestly. Like Robert Wyatt got a bunch of decent musicians to get together, compose some sort of interesting music, but then he caterwauls Britishly over top of it in no definitive direction and with lyrics that are largely nonsensical. Then the music spins out underneath it. 5/10…but the weird thing is I think really like some of the music, but his vocals are so meandering that it strips some of the enjoyment of the music itself away. This is a super weird one. It sounds like one song is entirely backward masking. It feels like if David Lynch made a record. This record is slowly turning into a train wreck that I can’t turn away from…and I think if I keep going, I might actually start to like it?
Absolute rubbish. I'd never heard of this person before today, and now I'm longing for yesterday.
I get that people call this a masterpiece, but to me it mostly felt like chalk on a chalkboard — fragile, wobbly, and not something I ever need to hear again. Happy he lived through the accident to create his artistry that some may enjoy.
I didn't connect with this music at all. Not for me.
It's a bit strange but it's not worthy of 1 star
2.5/5
I’ll make a note to revisit this to see if it grows on me. There’s something here. But at the moment I’m put off by Wyatt’s voice and how slow it all is. People have called this album weird and I feel like this is weird by the standards of people who are profoundly boring.
This is terrible. Im not a violent person but I want to hit something. Kick a flowers head off. It just evokes pure frustration. Wankers for voting this in 0/5
Weird. Nice to come across something from the Floyd universe I wasn't acquainted with. But weird.
You will not convince me that this is an album that needed to be listened to before I died. Convinced that the author of this list threw a couple of these on here to not only make us suffer but also see who would actually listen to a full album like this
fav song: alifib atmospherical, experimental , dreamy 40/100
I'm tired, grandpa
Actually a great discovery through this list! Pure prog goodness. Got some Gentle Giant vibes off of it, and a Storm Corrosion / Kate Bush atmosphere. Very nice
This is..stunning !
Some of it is interesting musically, but the vocals are hard to listen to
I mean … it’s a bit bollocks, isn’t it?
Álbum experimental bem musical e interessante. Só não é algo que gosto muito, mas aprecio quando é variado musicalmente e bem executado da forma que é esse disco. CVJ Aria.
It’s weird and interesting. That is, it’s very weird and sort of interesting.
A really good surprise, I'd never heard of this guy before. Experimental in a very listenable way, super well-produced like a lot of 70s rock.
Okay.
Had no idea what I was in for. This album certainly was not made for mass appeal. But reading the backstory on Wyatt's tragic accident before making this album gave me a different perspective. I'm giving it a 3 for now but may revisit.
Progressive art rock with the whimsy of early Pink Floyd, but it’s the melancholic love songs that carry it. Inventive and rewards repeated listening.
The music is pretty cool but the singing doesn’t work for me. 2/5
1.5/5
Robert Wyatt had been an integral member of the Soft Machine, Canterbury, England’s greatest art-rock band. Where other art-rockers looked to wild theatrics and grandiose concepts, the Soft Machine plunged ahead into their uncompromising music. This brilliant solo album was being written before Wyatt fell from a five-story window and broke his spine. He finished it in the hospital, realizing that the album would have much less of his drumming and far more of his gentle, emotionally compelling voice. The arrangements are delicate and often sparse. His bride-to-be Alfreda Benge helped inspire him to new levels of personal introspection that still play out as complex puzzles. “Sea Song” is a perfect opener, settling into a melody that slips around the modest keyboards. “A Last Straw” begins as an atmospheric piece before breaking into cherubic vocals. “Little Red Riding Hood Hit the Road” is psychedelic with a tough, acid edge. “Alifib” is a soothing match of instrumental weirdness and mild, heart-melting vocals. Wyatt remains a relative obscurity in the U.S., despite his massive talents.
Not my cup of tea
Dude becomes paralyzed during the recording of this album and names the record Rock Bottom. Pretty damn appropriate. This is a weird one for sure. I listened to this most of the day and I need to check out the rest of his catalog. Hopefully it's all this strange. Dig it.
I endorse this being on the list. Did I like it? No. Will I listen to it again to get the deeper artistic statement it is making? Also no. I feel like at a different time in my life I could appreciate it, but not right now.
I had no idea what was going on with this. Really strange and not in a good way.
I listened to this and yet can't tell you a single thing about it. In one esar and out the other, leaving absolutely no impression at all. That says enough.
Fine but not for me
C'est parfois un peu long mais l'idée est top de très belle sonorités sûrement hyper innovant pour l'époque. C'est 3 mais sûrement que la deuxième écoute sera meilleure.
Au bout de la première écoute, peu attentive, c'était un 2 assuré. Mais à la lumière d'une deuxième écoute nocturne et concentrée, cet album est magnifique. On retrouve clairement du Genesis dans l'instrumentation comme dans le chant, mais avec un côté encore plus rêveur et fiévreux - oui, c'est possible. Et chanter les parties trompette à la voix c'est très drôle et ça rend plutôt bien en plus ! Très heureuse découverte. Playlist pick : Sea Song
Судячи з обкладинки, це має бути щось прикольне) Так і є)
Not sure what this is musically. A bit random
Emotional, heavy, difficult to get through. It's in the lowest rated albums here, but I can't judge it too harshly.
I now know where Laurie Anderson got some of her inspiration
This was a real chore. Not fun.
Vås
Art rock, Canterbury scene, progressive rock, psychedelic rock.
Strange but nice
If a kazoo could sing it would sound like this
not for me really but i appreciate its soft calming nature
can't even remember this one
Weird and touching! Often a bit too impenetrable, but that isolating effect ties right in with the context and content of the album.
What is this strange and exquisite music? It stands out immediately and I am so glad to be listening to such creative music. I’ve gotten a few clunkers on this list in the last bit so I’m so glad to finally get an album that sounds so unique. I know many albums that are as creative as this that aren’t on this list so it makes me wonder how this one ended up on here. Could it be the UK bias? I’ve always read and heard his name over the years but have hardly heard any of his music so this was a nice surprise. I do want to hear more from his discography!
This guy again! This album is better than Shleep for sure, but I still am really put off by his atonal vocals. The experimental nature of this album is much more up my alley than Shleep was. I'd be surprised if Robert Wyatt was not an influence on The Books, one of my favorite duos.
I love prog rock but this is a little too esoteric for my tastes. It probably improves with repeated listening. There are a couple of tracks I did enjoy and find interesting. Struggle to see the masterpiece other note on one listen.
Strange, not my thing
Unique art fuze jazz psych not to everyones taste
Ehhhh. Nah. Too avant-garde for me.
Not good cooking music I can tell you that much!
Some interesting stuff musically, but who told this guy he could sing? Damn that was a tough listen.
not nit not nit no not nit nit folly bololey ... yeah that pretty much sums up this album. I am just sad that my longest winning streak ends at 8.
God you people are so BORING. It’s gotten to the point that when I see an album has an average rating below 3 I assume it’s gonna blow me away. I’m fascinated by the fact that this psych rock musician stopped being able to drum and basically invented post-rock. Is post-rock just psych rock with fewer drums? The back half of this album devolved a bit too much into nonsense for me but the first half really gripped me.
I think listening to this whole sitting in traffic on the Eisenhower was not ideal. I got most engaged during a long jazz break, but when the rock part came back in, it felt like they were fighting.
I’d rather have a beer than whatever kind of cocktail that was.
Somehow very jolly, but at the same time very melancholy. I had listened to a few tracks off this album before, so I knew what to expect. What I hadn't expected is how coherent it was and how much I enjoyed it. It sent me on a musical journey to a weird and wonderful place. Four stars.
strongly dislike. all skips. what was going on
...and I like some Robert wyatt!
sem comentários. A nota já diz tudo.
music is love
This is ethereal, haunting, and tragic music. I probably won't listen again to this too much but I definitely feel like I could occasionally. .
I love Pink Floyd's "middle period" between Saucerful and Dark Side, and this is a great example of it. Nick Mason is on the album, but it seems the Floyd were in the development piece as well. Even so, it is the kind of progressive rock I love. 4/5
Pleasantly surprised by this guy twice now! Very lovely and odd!
i really like rovert wyatt and am a bit more partial to schleep but i listened to this album a lot in highschool. its very cool to me that Mike Oldfield played on it and wyatt has such an interesting and resilient story... this is his first album after becoming a paraplegic, and its so good and heartfelt!
Usually a 3/5 represents some tacit acceptance. A rolling over, an admittance that “this was ok, I didn’t feel too strongly about it one way or the other”. This is not one of those 3/5’s. "Sea Song" had me irritated as all hell, and planted the seed for a few notions that hold true for the entire album, despite it getting better in it's later songs. First, Wyatt's voice actively brings this project down a peg anytime he chooses to sing. He's shrill and confused, and not in a charming way. Second, this album is like the sandbox for a sound Brian Eno would make good on with Another Green World. AGW holds the same sense of dreamlike whimsy and executes on so many different ideas, while Rock Bottom often flounders in it's wandering nature. Luckily, as I mentioned before, sometimes Wyatt wanders into something cool as the album plays out. The way "A Last Straw" descends out in the last minute gives the listener a true sense of teleporting into the next song. And that next song is, thank the heavens, actually pretty engaging! The horns and piano that twirl around the listeners ears come together for a very organic, earthy soundscape. Once again, Robert Wyatt didnt need to really say anything, but he did. "Alifib" perhaps most sounds like a cut from the aforementioned Another Green World. Soft, slightly electronic, with some gentle guitar noodling fading in and out of frame. "Alife" straightens things out and heightens the tension, only for "Little Red Robin Hood Hit The Road" to end things in a way so peculiar that it couldve only come from this album. I'm not even sure what accent he's going for at the end. Robert Wyatt is admirable in his experimentation, but ultimately gets a little too bloody trying to break through the walls of experimentation. I feel completely polarized. 3/5
2
Strange to me. Not really my thing.
My sweet lord. What in the blue blazes did I just listen to? Were any animals tortured in the making of this album? Tuneless caterwauling. Rock bottom, indeed.
I don’t have a particular opinion about this album. It wasn’t good, but it wasn’t bad either.
A top five of all time album. It needs to be given a chance, but it replays that effort in spades.
That was worse noise than a cat in a dryer
Didn’t know what in the world this was. Incredible that it came out in 1974. Also I was reading that he made this with a broken spine or something? Wild. Cool use of keyboards and samples for the time. 4/30/26
Based on what I heard, anyone can make an album if they just have a keyboard
Critics: Wyatt's lyrics are so very personal... Wyatt's lyrics: Not nit not Nit no not Nit nit folly bololey Burlybunch, the water mole Hellyplop and fingerhole Not a wossit, bundy, see For jangle and bojangle Trip trip pip pippy pippy pip pip landerim
Bleh
Nope
"Sea Song" was definitely inspired by "While My Guitar Gently Weeps." The entire album sounds like it was written during an acid trip, but in a way that makes it kind of charming. I hope Robert's hedgehog friend is okay after bursting the tyres all day.
Mad boring prog rock nonsense
This was a pretty challenging listen, even with multiple (multiple!) revisits. There were some moments of cool effect (in red riding hood I think) but it still kind of felt a little half-baked to me. The book does not successfully justify this album's inclusion imo
Rough listen.
Me gustó bastante, muy buena producción. 7/10
Interesting. A little intriguing
A hard listen. Not something I would return to, but well made for what it is.
Felt like radiohead might have taken a lot of influence from him. Super interesting, different, kijd of trippy and weird in a good way. Will definitely explore more of his catalogue!
Weird and experimental, didn’t love the spoken parts, didn’t mind long drones. Not something I expect to come back to, and for me is missing the 3 star mark of “great but not for me” - as far as I can hear, nothing particularly great. Interesting story around the album.
This album walks a fine line between a cacophony in the name of art, and proper composition
Not enough sheep
a strange kind of beautiful
Meh, not feeling this one.
The story behind the album was more interesting than the music itself
1.5 stars. Really wasn't feeling this art rock/jazz fusion/prog rock genre. Props for trying something different, but I really didn't care for it.
So sorry about this guy's life, and I'll skip the puns on the album title, but this was a terrible submission.
Another tragic backstory, was compelled to give this the benefit of the doubt, but this was simply not enjoyable
Yes give me more robert straight into my shleepy veins
Очень странный и очень непонятный альбом. Ощущается как искусство ради искусства, то есть мы типа выделываемся авангардом потому что мы такие умные и классные. А по факту - просто полуслучайный набор звуков. Иногда погружает в специфическую, сонно-тревожную атмосферу, что даже немного интересно. Но в целом не очень приятные впечатления.
Least favorite so far
I’ve always been drawn to the folksy art on Wyatt’s album covers, but this was a first listen for me. There were lots of it cool textures on here, especially the intro to “Alifib,” but I struggled to settle into the heavily processed vocals. Reading about Wyatt after listening, I find myself even more intrigued to learn that he’s worked with some musicians I adore. I intend to sit with some of his discography more and see if it doesn’t grow on me.
Besides a very quotable last two minutes, this album would be much better if it were a purely ambient instrumental. I knew I had heard of Robert Wyatt but needed a refresher on who the man was...what an interesting artist.
Te caes de una ventana, te quedas parapléjíco y pasas seis meses de hospital acabando de componer un álbum que quedó a medias. Yo no sé si precisamente por esto le podemos perdonar al bueno de Robert semejante extravaganza. El disco no soporta una segunda escucha por mi parte. Su música, una especie de fusión de jazz-rock-folk psicodélico no consigue penetrarme y se queda en la piel, siquiera rozándola apenas. No me ha gustado, no le he pillado el truco, y ya lo siento.
Haha, I’m having a great time reading all these dismissive reviews. Okay, it’s not Madonna-like pop perfection, but then again, it’s not thaaaaat experimental either (enough to make your head get lost in this wondrous sonic architecture). On Rock Bottom, you’ll find a bunch of jazz-infused, playful tunes that won’t do you any harm - quite the contrary. If you loosen up a bit, this album might even play the funniest tricks on your mind - just like being lost in a bank of fog… in a positive sense. If that makes sense? Probably not… spent enough time with Rock Bottom already to not see clearly anymore. Much love for Mr. Wyatt from my side. Loved it, love it, will always love it. It’s a beautiful little marvel.
Another Robert Wyatt album? The first one was a bit mediocre but had the AWESOME ‘Blues in Bob Minor’ track so that made it better. This was a better overall album but lacked a killer track.
Sea Song - what a tune!? This album was not the mood I needed today, but I could see myself sinking into this another time.
Sea song: siempre s eme hace el incicio bastante largo y es malarda mal en general. A Last Straw: flojisimo tambien Little Red Riding Hood Hit the Road: flojo Alifib: arranco bien, otra vez se ouso floja Alife: igual a la anterior Little Red Robin Hood Hit the Road: malarda en conclusion, horrible.
This was wild. Erotic worship music from another world. Sort of a psychedelic midpoint between Revolver and Kid A. The opening song is 5/5 for sure, but as the album went on I got more and more annoyed with the vocals/samples... I would have been happier to just vibe with the keyboards. Still, I'm glad I encountered it and will pick it up again when I just want to think about the sea.
No es mucho mis vibes
Ihan ok. Tosi taiteellinen mutta kiinnostava silti.
Why does all the singing sound like Monty Python?
Maybe this needs more listens, but it was rough and I don’t really want to try harder to appreciate this album. 2/5
Dreadful
I am not going to rehash the whole paralysis thing here. If you want that story go read any other positive review of this album. This stuff is experimental (dirty word, I know), a little humorous (but like, in the English way, so it's hard to tell) and very personal (but like, in the abstract way, so it's hard to tell). The lyrics tend to be wacky and frequently nonsensical ("No nit not/Nit no not/Nit nit folly bololey" ... uhhhh, ok -_-). Vocal shenanigans abound. For a guy who said jazz fusion had too much 'noodling', there seems to be a fair amount of it on this album (just sayin'). I can see most people not liking it. That makes sense. You are welcome to >:[ and move on. I won't judge. For me, the more I listen to it, the more I'm down. I like the noodling and vocal shenanigans. The phonetic reversal on "Little Red Riding Hood Hit The Road" is cool. That his wife gets a reply on "Alife", also cool. This feels like the sort of album I *could* spend 20 years chewing on (I probably won't though). Here, take your 4 and go stand in the corner with the rest of the almost-5s ... oh wait ... *shit*, my bad.
This album being ranked so abysmally low on this website is both confusing and deeply saddening to me - it's just slightly weirder & more ambient prog rock, what's not to like? For me, this album really speaks to the condition Robert Wyatt found himself in at this point. Previously the drummer for prog bands Soft Machine and Matching Mole, Wyatt fell off a balcony and became a paraplegic, and this, his first album since that accident, really captures the pain, confusion, and listlessness of that. Plus, the soundscapes are gorgeous throughout, and any time the energy ramps up it gets really really great!
The reviews were unkind to this one. I thought it was at least interesting.
Really wanted to enjoy this more! The production is lush, but it's hard to find any rhythm or concrete instrument to grasp onto. Maybe that's the intention? Feels like being carried by the sea current the whole time. I like the detail of the song title pairings. Standouts: Little Red Riding Hood Hit The Road • Alife
Weird shit but in an interesting way. Feels like Robert Wyatt is leading me through a soundscape filled with clues and I'm probably missing most of them.
What a surprisingly charming album. It was haunting gorgeous and such an interesting listen. The surprising mix of instruments, spoken word and spooking vocals were great.
What a strange little record. I wasn't sure at first, but then halfway through I was completely taken by it. Think the vocal takes a bit of getting used to but worth it.
3.5
Затороможенная и меланхоличная психоделия, а печалиться я люблю
- Любка, твой ребенок опять балуется на музыкальных инструментах, уйми его! - Он не балуется, а записывает концептуальный джаз-фьюжн альбом! Очередной альбом, который нужен только критикам и составителям списков, чтобы выебнуться. Согласен с тем, что пока это худший альбом подборки.
Это, конечно, пиздец как на любителя. Любителя особых музыкальных извращений. Имеет место быть. В наушниках по пути на работу это слушать невозможно. Дома в кроватке фоном под очередную рабочую задачу - немного вайб. Крики, лязги и визги лишние. Спокойные моменты понравились. Но на постоянку такое слушать не могу. Это надо, наверное, шарить в музыкальных классических изысках. Но я люблю музыку для простых работяг. Для быдла
Симпатичный альбом, манера "петь" Уайата мне доставляет, вавава и подобные импровизации не особо на пользу идут, но и сильно меня не раздражали. Альбом понравился, но еще больше понравились чужие отзывы)))
Лучшая песня: Little red robin hood hit the road Худшая: все остальное Претенциозная какофония. Худший альбом на данный момент из списка. Это 0, а не 1. Хоть как-то похож на интересную музыку только последний трек, минуты две, где он не завывает в другой тональности и не разговаривает с дебильным акцентом под насилуемую скрипку. Все остальное в топку
Таки неиронишно понравилось
я не понял, музыка не для меня, даже 2 поставлю
Está bueno el disco. Bien de fondo, un progresivo poco común que me entretuvo.
Unique in its own style, i love the melodies and the general mood, it reflects perfectly i think the dreams of wyatt, im pretty sure i didn't quite understood it in its core but it's great
Je ne comprend pas
I only knew Robert Wyatt from his moving rendition of Elvis Costello's Shipbuilding. His voice is very distinctive and can evoke a strong emotional response. This album was good to hear but not especially memorable. Probably deserves to be listened to more than once - may have some depth not immediately apparent on first listening.
A really interesting collection of soothing, ambient electronic sounds alongside more abstract, musique concrète–type tracks. I’d be lying if I said I fully understood the lyrics after just one listen, but I’ll be coming back to this. Ivor Cutler’s appearance was also a pleasant surprise.
Boy, am I glad I didn’t give up on this after the first two songs! The rest of it is weird and cool.
No disrespect to my guy Robert Wyatt but this is simply too experimental for me. Some things throughout made me think otherwise for a second but then went back to the majority of what I heard which was interesting but not very enjoyable. Of course I can respect what’s going on here and it is cool at times, but I will not be listening to this again.
honestamente solo me agradó una cancion del album, quizas no estaba en el mood
I'm going to put this album under the file of "albums I just don't get". The album is very unique and has a kind of psychedelic rock feel, but much more mellow and slow. It sounded to me like the instruments and the vocals were written and recorded completely separately and then just laid on top of each other. Sometimes they made sense. Sometimes it felt like if you took two different songs that didn't go together at all and tried to do a mash up of them. I went in with no expectations, as I wasn't familiar with the artist or the album. Just definitely not my thing.
Aburrido
Not for me
587/1001 2026.04.07 😴🌗🌑🌑🌑
Cool. Reminds me a bit of oar by young boy from Moby Grape. Appreciate the effort to avoid noodling, and the lyrics, and it sounds like it's own thing.
Kinda sound like poop from a butt
I'm not feeling it at all. The only good thing I can say about the music is that it was experimental.