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AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Smokers Delight
Nightmares On Wax
5 2.9 +2.1
Vento De Maio
Elis Regina
5 3.03 +1.97
The Renaissance
Q-Tip
5 3.23 +1.77
Figure 8
Elliott Smith
5 3.33 +1.67
Blue Lines
Massive Attack
5 3.39 +1.61
A Rush Of Blood To The Head
Coldplay
5 3.43 +1.57
Strangeways, Here We Come
The Smiths
5 3.44 +1.56
Butterfly
Mariah Carey
4 2.48 +1.52
Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Wu-Tang Clan
5 3.6 +1.4
Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not
Arctic Monkeys
5 3.72 +1.28

You Love Less Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
System Of A Down
System Of A Down
1 3.27 -2.27
Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo
Devo
1 3.15 -2.15
Real Life
Magazine
1 3.07 -2.07
Swordfishtrombones
Tom Waits
1 2.94 -1.94
Basket of Light
Pentangle
1 2.77 -1.77
Wild Is The Wind
Nina Simone
2 3.65 -1.65
Document
R.E.M.
2 3.55 -1.55
Debut
Björk
2 3.39 -1.39
Opus Dei
Laibach
1 2.39 -1.39
Rock Bottom
Robert Wyatt
1 2.39 -1.39

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I don't want to sound hyperbolic, but I think I regret the years I spent hating on The Smiths more than I regret some of the bad relationships I've had.

Rage Against The Machine by Rage Against The Machine

The power; the anguish; the angst. Fuck the system; fight the power; and Fuck Paul Ryan

Third/Sister Lovers by Big Star

Man, Big Star is that traditional rock band that you HAVEN'T heard of. Once you click, however, you'll stick.

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Vespertine by Björk
Jan 14 2021

Hidden Place is good; the rest is a bit iffy

It's Blitz! by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Jan 15 2021

Great album— loved it

Pretzel Logic by Steely Dan
Jan 20 2021

First of all, 'Rikki Don't Lose That Number' is a bop. Second, this was a band that my parents listened to all the time when I was a kid and I thought they were ridiculous. Steely Dan is legendary.

Face to Face by The Kinks
Jan 25 2021

Really enjoyed the sound-- very Beatles/Bryds-esque

The Renaissance by Q-Tip
Jan 26 2021

One of the best hip-hop albums I've ever listened to. Smooth-- like a good bourbon with sick beats and lyrics to match. Q-Tip taking bodies.

Dookie by Green Day
Jan 27 2021

Such a great "first" album here. Love the sound and it's nuts to think that Billy Joe and his band have been kicking ass since 1989.

Rip It Up by Orange Juice
Jan 28 2021

Such a weird sound; Mike Peck is intrigued.

Disintegration by The Cure
Feb 01 2021

The ULTIMATE painful "sunny day" break-up album. When you hate her/him/them, but it's the summer and other albums simply won't do.

Paul's Boutique by Beastie Boys
Feb 02 2021

It's the most unhinged Beastie Boys, but it leads to some funky jams. Obviously. "Shadrach" is a banger but don't sleep on "The Sound of Science."

Feb 04 2021

One of my favorite albums of all-time. Finished right after 9/11, it truly reflects vulnerability and pain.

Close To You by Carpenters
Feb 05 2021

Not my style, but I can appreciate it.

School's Out by Alice Cooper
Feb 08 2021

I mean, "School's Out" is a classic. But, outside the title track, the album doesn't 'wow.' It's a good sound, but not something that I would turn to again.

Be by Common
Feb 09 2021

I'll admit-- I've never listened to Common. But, man, am I glad I did. Soulful, direct, this collab with Kanye is truly symphonic.

The Undertones by The Undertones
Feb 10 2021

Appreciate the style; not something I'd come back to.

Goodbye And Hello by Tim Buckley
Feb 11 2021

Really like his voice, just didn't like the album

Technique by New Order
Feb 12 2021

Really enjoy New Order. It's crazy that this band is Joy Division, aside from the deceased Ian Curtis, and the the sound is so unique and driving.

Debut by Björk
Feb 15 2021

I just started... I am nervous. I mean, it's just not my sound. I will say, \"Big Time Sensuality\" has that 90s disco vibe that slaps. But, I would be okay (and I know Jonah would, too), if I didn't hear Bjork for a long while.

Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode
Feb 16 2021

Man, Depeche Mode. IMO, one of the most under-appreciated bands of the millennial/x generation. It has all of the sound that you'd expect us 'youngins' to like. It's my goal to listen to more of them. I love this album. Great to work to.

Paris 1919 by John Cale
Feb 18 2021

Interesting sound, not sure if I have an adequate comparison.

The Score by Fugees
Feb 22 2021

One of the best hip-hop/rap albums ever created.

Rage Against The Machine by Rage Against The Machine
Feb 23 2021

The power; the anguish; the angst. Fuck the system; fight the power; and Fuck Paul Ryan

In It For The Money by Supergrass
Feb 24 2021

Well, this was a lot of fun. Never heard of these guys, but glad I have now.

S&M by Metallica
Feb 25 2021
Definitely Maybe by Oasis
Mar 01 2021

Man, this is a good album. Oasis are like the best example of 90s/00s Brit-Alt.

Odelay by Beck
Mar 02 2021

One of my fave Beck albums, but y'all now I am addicted to Beck, so.

Either Or by Elliott Smith
Mar 05 2021

One of alt-Rock's \"what if's\" RIP, Elliott.

Mar 11 2021

I don't want to sound hyperbolic, but I think I regret the years I spent hating on The Smiths more than I regret some of the bad relationships I've had.

Dirty by Sonic Youth
Mar 12 2021

Not a fan of this... grungy and different, but not my favorite.

At Folsom Prison by Johnny Cash
Mar 15 2021

I do enjoy Johnny Cash and respect his music. Not something that I just turn on though

Autobahn by Kraftwerk
Mar 17 2021

I REALLY wanted to like this album more. I just... couldn't. It's a two for me. I can see how influential this album was to so many, but to me, it just really sounds like a few guys playing with synthesizers.

The Cars by The Cars
Mar 18 2021

What a great, great album.

Sister by Sonic Youth
Mar 19 2021

I actually didn't hate this album as much as I hated the other one. Sonic Youth is like Alice in Chains or like Nirvana. Just not as solid.

Endtroducing..... by DJ Shadow
Mar 22 2021

Shadow is a legend and this album is a perfect encapsulation as to why. Chill yet electric-- it showcases his talents as a DJ.

Beautiful Freak by Eels
Mar 23 2021

Eels are one of those bands that so many people haven't heard of that have such a wide range of potential appeal. Smoky and passionate, Eels really feel unique. This isn't even their best-- hoping for Electro-Shock Blues and Daisies soon!

Third/Sister Lovers by Big Star
Mar 24 2021

Man, Big Star is that traditional rock band that you HAVEN'T heard of. Once you click, however, you'll stick.

Dig Me Out by Sleater-Kinney
Mar 25 2021

I mean, it's not a bad album, but I was not nearly as impressed as I expected to be...

Happy Sad by Tim Buckley
Mar 26 2021

A really peaceful listen. Enjoyed the vibes.

Vento De Maio by Elis Regina
Mar 29 2021

Ok, so this album (or what I assume is this album, because I couldn't find this album, but I found an album that has this song) is incredible. I am totally getting this shit on vinyl and will be cooking and hosting people to this shit.

Connected by Stereo MC's
Mar 30 2021

Well, this was an unexpected find. I loved it.

Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Mar 31 2021

Likely the MOST influential rock band of the late 60's. Great album.

Abraxas by Santana
Apr 02 2021

Never been a huge Santana fan, but this album has two of his greatest hits.

Deep Purple In Rock by Deep Purple
Apr 05 2021

I enjoy this album, but it's not my favorite Deep Purple.

Too Rye Ay by Dexys Midnight Runners
Apr 07 2021

I mean 'Come on Eileen' is a legendary song and this album is actually a bit of fun.

Djam Leelii by Baaba Maal
Apr 09 2021

I appreciate it, but nah.

Architecture And Morality by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
Apr 12 2021

It was fine-- not as much as I enjoyed other Orchestral Maneuvers

Synchronicity by The Police
Apr 13 2021

It's a great album, one of my favorites. Previously listened during my run-through of the Rolling Stone's Top 500 Albums of All-Time!

Beyond Skin by Nitin Sawhney
Apr 14 2021

This is one of those albums that I NEVER would've come across without this site. Thankfully, I did. What a weird, wonderful, eclectic collection of songs.

Picture Book by Simply Red
Apr 15 2021

Just really felt like a random British pop group. Didn't stand out for me in any way.

Duck Rock by Malcolm McLaren
Apr 16 2021

I had high hopes for this album, but it was not very good.

All Mod Cons by The Jam
Apr 20 2021

I really enjoyed this album! Tons of fun!

Tical by Method Man
Apr 21 2021

Slaps. Pretty. Fucking Hard.

Scott 4 by Scott Walker
Apr 22 2021

Thought it was interesting. Not something I'd have found on my own.

Fifth Dimension by The Byrds
Apr 23 2021

Considered the "American Beatles," it's obvious to see why The Byrds took LA and California by storm. Their sound, at the time, seems so unique and original. But now, I just wish I was listening to The Beatles.

Grace by Jeff Buckley
Apr 27 2021

This is a surprisingly great album. I thought that 'Hallelujah' would be the gem, but it was certainly 'Last Goodbye' and 'Dream Brother.'

Under Construction by Missy Elliott
Apr 28 2021

Man, I remember listening to this back in the 2000s. But, I don't remember having this much fun.

Wild Wood by Paul Weller
Apr 29 2021

A pleasant surprise. May return to this one.

Ray Of Light by Madonna
May 03 2021

Decent album, but not Madonna's best.

May 05 2021

I mean it's FINE, but I'd like to take a break from 90's Hip-Hop...

Faith by George Michael
May 06 2021

Such an incredible album-- yeah it has the hits, but this album showcases George Michael's ability to take sound and make it unique.

Hms Fable by Shack
May 07 2021

I, for the life of me, cannot understand why this album is on this list. Just sounds very generic to me.

Street Life by The Crusaders
May 11 2021

This was a chill experience. Had a good sound and enjoyed it with my morning.

May 12 2021

My feelings regarding Bob Dylan are incredibly complex. On the one hand, I am aware that his music and unique sound revolutionized music and influenced so many. On the other, he stole much of his music from Appalachian artists, sounds repetitive, and can be annoying. This is likely his best album, however.

Butterfly by Mariah Carey
May 13 2021

I forgot that she's much more than "All I Want for Christmas."

Real Life by Magazine
May 17 2021

Ooh man, I hated this.

Tanto Tempo by Bebel Gilberto
May 18 2021

Surprising mix of latin and electronica. Like it.

Darklands by The Jesus And Mary Chain
May 20 2021

A cool alternative discovery.

Doolittle by Pixies
May 21 2021

A transformative alt-rock album; sound is very ahead of its time and the future bands that were influenced by it are so palpable.

Groovin' by The Young Rascals
May 24 2021

This was a surprisingly fun time.

Emperor Tomato Ketchup by Stereolab
May 25 2021

How, how, HOW?! Did I not know about these guys? Electronica? Check. Weird? Check. FRENCH? Check. Man, I am glad I found them. They are fucking weird.

Graceland by Paul Simon
May 26 2021

Likely one of the best albums of all-time. Such a showcase of talent.

Isn't Anything by My Bloody Valentine
May 31 2021

Probably won't listen to this album ever again.

With The Beatles by Beatles
Jun 01 2021

It's the Beatles, but this is the EARLY years. Listening to this, it's apparent why they took the world by storm. They've not hit their full potential yet.

Jun 02 2021

So, this album is not that good, but "Fit But You Know It" is a fucking banger.

Heroes by David Bowie
Jun 03 2021

A truly great musician-- a truly great (and weird) album.

Smokers Delight by Nightmares On Wax
Jun 08 2021

Yo, so this isn't NEARLY as Carboot Soul, but it's a great album. I am very mad it took so long for me to find Nightmares on Wax.

Led Zeppelin III by Led Zeppelin
Jun 10 2021

For me, there is not a Zeppelin album that is less than a 3. This one- this is a 4.

Behaviour by Pet Shop Boys
Jun 11 2021

It was ok.

Private Dancer by Tina Turner
Jun 14 2021

She's a legend, but I wouldn't grab this album for listening on a whim.

Blur by Blur
Jun 15 2021

Love Damon Albarn. Love this album.

On The Beach by Neil Young
Jun 16 2021

Not nearly an achievement like "Harvest."

Fuzzy Logic by Super Furry Animals
Jun 17 2021

Unique, I suppose, but I wasn't "wowed."

Bluesbreakers by John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
Jun 21 2021

I don't want to "dislike" this album, but I just couldn't get into it.

Fun House by The Stooges
Jun 22 2021

Another "meh" album in a string of "meh" albums.

At San Quentin by Johnny Cash
Jun 24 2021

Such an experience. Love that Cash performed for inmates so often.

69 Love Songs by The Magnetic Fields
Jun 25 2021

One of the oddest albums out there, but such a blast.

Ágætis Byrjun by Sigur Rós
Jun 28 2021

Such a beautiful album, what a wonderful listening experience.

Wild Is The Wind by Nina Simone
Jun 29 2021

I know that Simone is an incredible singer, but I just wasn't a fan of this at all.

Transformer by Lou Reed
Jul 01 2021

Not my favorite-- although I love Velvet Underground-- but it's a solid album.

A Northern Soul by The Verve
Jul 02 2021

Gotta say, this was a surprise for me. Everyone and their dad knows "Bittersweet Symphony," but this album seemed to be conscious and deeply rooted alt album that obviously hasn't gotten the attention it deserves. Really enjoyed it.

Document by R.E.M.
Jul 05 2021

Dare I say it... "REM IS OVERRATED."

Morrison Hotel by The Doors
Jul 06 2021

Not The Doors' best, but a decent album.

Mott by Mott The Hoople
Jul 07 2021

A decent album. Enjoyed it.

Dance Mania by Tito Puente
Jul 09 2021

Interesting, but I won't listen to this again.

Highway 61 Revisited by Bob Dylan
Jul 13 2021

No, I am not a huge Dylan fan. I appreciate his work and his impact on music, but I don't actively choose to listen to him. But, this album is a great example of his versatility and style.

Teenage Head by Flamin' Groovies
Jul 14 2021

Fairly fun-- very much a Rolling Stones sound. Would listen again.

System Of A Down by System Of A Down
Jul 15 2021

Got through 5 songs. I HATE System of a Down

Blue Lines by Massive Attack
Jul 16 2021

Massive Attack is one of my favorite bands of all-time. The advent of trip-hop was amazing and this album illustrated the things to come from this english duo.

Felt Mountain by Goldfrapp
Jul 19 2021

I wasn't totally impressed.

Metallica by Metallica
Jul 23 2021

Great album; a perfect example of Metal.

Figure 8 by Elliott Smith
Jul 26 2021

Absolutely one of my favorite albums of all-time.

Tarkus by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Jul 27 2021

Certainly fun, but not something that I would turn to in a heartbeat (which, I think is where my "5" rating is coming from)

Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stones
Jul 29 2021

Perfectly emblematic of why the Stones have had the longevity they've had. I want to own this album.

Arrival by ABBA
Jul 30 2021

ABBA is something else. I mean there's hit after hit on here, but I'm not pulling this off the shelf and adding it to my record collection.

Actually by Pet Shop Boys
Aug 03 2021

Really not a fan of the Pet Shop Boys. Like at all.

Dig Your Own Hole by The Chemical Brothers
Aug 05 2021

Decent album-- nothing to write home about, though.

Imperial Bedroom by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Aug 06 2021

While I am not the biggest fan of Elvis Costello, he does have a certain charm.

Fleet Foxes by Fleet Foxes
Aug 10 2021

A really beautiful album. A surprise for me, for sure.

Floodland by Sisters Of Mercy
Aug 12 2021

Nothing to write home about.

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