1001 Albums Summary

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422
Albums Rated
3
Average Rating
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56
5-Star Albums
56
1-Star Albums

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Albums

You Love More Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Life Thru A Lens
Robbie Williams
5 2.73 +2.27
Hms Fable
Shack
5 2.76 +2.24
I Am a Bird Now
Antony and the Johnsons
5 2.84 +2.16
Bert Jansch
Bert Jansch
5 3 +2
Coles Corner
Richard Hawley
5 3.03 +1.97
Elephant Mountain
The Youngbloods
5 3.06 +1.94
Wild Wood
Paul Weller
5 3.09 +1.91
The Hour Of Bewilderbeast
Badly Drawn Boy
5 3.11 +1.89
Here Are the Sonics
The Sonics
5 3.16 +1.84
Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1
George Michael
5 3.17 +1.83

You Love Less Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
In Utero
Nirvana
1 3.82 -2.82
Highway 61 Revisited
Bob Dylan
1 3.75 -2.75
The Queen Is Dead
The Smiths
1 3.67 -2.67
People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm
A Tribe Called Quest
1 3.62 -2.62
That's The Way Of The World
Earth, Wind & Fire
1 3.5 -2.5
Surfer Rosa
Pixies
1 3.49 -2.49
We Are Family
Sister Sledge
1 3.48 -2.48
Sign 'O' The Times
Prince
1 3.45 -2.45
The Marshall Mathers LP
Eminem
1 3.45 -2.45
Odelay
Beck
1 3.45 -2.45

Artists

Favorites

ArtistAlbumsAverage
Coldplay 2 5
Muddy Waters 2 5
Johnny Cash 2 5
R.E.M. 3 4.33

Least Favorites

ArtistAlbumsAverage
Sonic Youth 3 1.33
The Smiths 3 1.67
Talking Heads 3 1.67
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds 2 1.5
Pixies 2 1.5
Leonard Cohen 2 1.5

Controversial

ArtistRatings
Isaac Hayes 1, 5
George Michael 1, 5
Green Day 2, 5
The Doors 2, 5
Steely Dan 5, 2

5-Star Albums (56)

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Popular Reviews

Murder Ballads by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds

This is really not my thing. It felt like the ramblings of a half stoned old man in some seedy bar. If that's your cup of tea you'll love it, but to me it was boring, depressing and badly sung.

S&M by Metallica

Should you listen to this because it's a musically interesting, an unusual mix, and kind of original in its own way? Sure. Is it good? Meh unless you're a fan of Metallica. Props to the SF Symphony, all the stars are for them.

Live! by Fela Kuti

This album has a fantastic start and then just keeps going. Very funky and jammy with great rhythms. Didn't even notice the songs are 12 min long! Just a fun, and well-rounded album.

American Idiot by Green Day

I might be biased, but this album marked a generation. I've always enjoyed it as a decent rock/punk album. It's fun and full of energy, but manages to express quite well the frustration and disillusionment felt at that time.

In Utero by Nirvana

Meh. The 1 star belongs entirely to All Apologies.

1-Star Albums (56)

All Ratings (422)

Five Leaves Left by Nick Drake
Feb 16 2021

Nice melodies but quite repetitive.

Phrenology by The Roots
Feb 20 2021

This is horrible haha

90 by 808 State
Feb 24 2021

If a crappy C-movie was made music. First one I can't finish.

Rain Dogs by Tom Waits
Feb 25 2021

Once you get used to the style it's nice, specially the jazzy/folky songs.

NEU! 75 by Neu!
Feb 26 2021

Started well but then went down hill.

Life Thru A Lens by Robbie Williams
Feb 28 2021

Nothing revolutionary but I liked all songs.

Elastica by Elastica
Mar 01 2021

Liked all songs. Easy to listen.

Melodrama by Lorde
Mar 02 2021

Standard pop, nice as background noise.

In Utero by Nirvana
Mar 03 2021

Meh. The 1 star belongs entirely to All Apologies.

The Clash by The Clash
Mar 04 2021

Repetitive but OK.

Paul Simon by Paul Simon
Mar 06 2021

Globally OK.

Dookie by Green Day
Mar 07 2021

Like 2 good songs.

Brothers In Arms by Dire Straits
Mar 19 2021

Too much synth. 2 stars because of The West Wing reference.

Shaft by Isaac Hayes
Mar 20 2021

Not really my kind of music. Super repetitive.

Bummed by Happy Mondays
Mar 21 2021

Repetitive. There's like two out of the 27 songs that are decent.

Dry by PJ Harvey
Mar 23 2021

OK.

Drunk by Thundercat
Apr 02 2021

Nope. Just no.

Suede by Suede
Apr 03 2021

Not bad.

Crocodiles by Echo And The Bunnymen
Apr 09 2021

Nothing special.

Harvest by Neil Young
Apr 10 2021

A classic.

Risque by CHIC
Apr 11 2021

The one famous song but still bad.

Brothers by The Black Keys
Apr 12 2021

Nice.

Channel Orange by Frank Ocean
Apr 19 2021

Not bad but not really my style.

Superfuzz Bigmuff by Mudhoney
Apr 21 2021

It starts bad, it grows a bit on you for a short while because soon enough you end up with a giant headache.

Garbage by Garbage
Apr 22 2021

Nothing special, a few songs are nice.

Celebrity Skin by Hole
Apr 23 2021

Nice album. Good songs. I really liked it.

The Poet by Bobby Womack
Apr 24 2021

I'm not a fan of this genre but the album wasn't that much of a pain to listen. Not too repetitive and short.

Face to Face by The Kinks
Apr 28 2021

Classic sound but overall nice.

The Atomic Mr Basie by Count Basie & His Orchestra
Apr 29 2021

Great album. Nice and varied tracks. Perfect to chill or to study.

Nothing's Shocking by Jane's Addiction
Apr 30 2021

Some songs are OK but overall gives me a headache with too many strident noises.

Document by R.E.M.
May 01 2021

Not my favorite REM album but it has some nice classic songs. The first few songs are repetitive but it gets better.

Tago Mago by Can
May 02 2021

First three songs are great, then it starts to become way too weird and experimental for my taste. Feels like being stuck in laundry machine listening to 5 types of different music. Truly WTF.

Merriweather Post Pavilion by Animal Collective
May 21 2021

Not my usual style of music but I enjoyed the entire album very much. Weird but just enough to make it interesting.

Bayou Country by Creedence Clearwater Revival
May 22 2021

A classic. Loved all the songs. CCR has such a distinct sound that I really like.

May 23 2021

It was less boring than I expected. I liked many of the songs. She has a great voice and the lyrics are good.

Faith by George Michael
May 24 2021

Besides a few songs you feel like you're listening to the same thing over and over again. Lyrics are meh, besides 1 or 2 songs. Definitely not my style.

Murmur by R.E.M.
May 25 2021

This album was really easy to listen. Nothing fancy or any particular song stands out, but as a whole it's really pleasant.

Crime Of The Century by Supertramp
May 28 2021

Nice album with a very distinctive sound. I enjoyed it more than I expected.

Hysteria by Def Leppard
May 29 2021

Nice album, full of energy and fun songs. Feels like something that should be enjoyed live.

Miriam Makeba by Miriam Makeba
May 30 2021

Her voice is beautiful. I love the rhythm and sound of the songs that are not in English. Those in English are a bit boring and fall flat in comparison, except for the one about the little flea.

american dream by LCD Soundsystem
May 31 2021

It was much better than expected. Not my usual style but the album is an easy listen.

Arc Of A Diver by Steve Winwood
Jun 01 2021

It's not too bad but style too synthetic 80's for me. While the songs are not that bad, I really only enjoyed the first one.

Space Ritual by Hawkwind
Jun 05 2021

It was OK but the repetitive and long songs get pretty boring quickly in my opinon. I don't mind listening to it once, but I don't think I'll come back to it.

Penance Soiree by The Icarus Line
Jun 06 2021

Noise, a lot of very similar noise. I liked maybe the one song but the album is very repetitive and discordant.

Dylan is a great song writer but... not something I would hear for 1.5 hours. First side drones on with the harmonica grinding your ears. Second side is better but besides a few songs, it's pretty much the same long melody.

Architecture And Morality by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
Jun 08 2021

It's an OK album. Nothing out of the ordinary with some nice chill tunes. Sometimes a bit too electric for my taste.

Modern Kosmology by Jane Weaver
Jun 09 2021

Not my usual style but I enjoyed the album. The first song is a bit weird but I liked the other ones a lot. They sound fresh and unusual but in a nice way.

Coles Corner by Richard Hawley
Jun 10 2021

I really like the style and vibes from this album. Love the voice and liked all the songs.

A Northern Soul by The Verve
Jun 11 2021

Meh. Nothing special, some good songs.

Bert Jansch by Bert Jansch
Jun 12 2021

I loved it. Good melodies and very folky with great guitar playing. This is exactly my kind of jam.

Infected by The The
Jun 13 2021

It's a pretty average 80's album with nothing particularly good. I think the famous 'infected' track it's actually the worst one.

White Blood Cells by The White Stripes
Jun 14 2021

I really liked the later part of the album. They have some nice songs but the beginning trudges you along too much to make it more than average.

Jun 15 2021

Besides one or two songs, this was pretty boring. It's like hearing an hour long rant. They might have valid points but it gets lost in the mess.

The Queen Is Dead by The Smiths
Jun 16 2021

It's like listening to the same song over and over again for an hour. Pretty bad in my opinion.

Marquee Moon by Television
Jun 17 2021

I really like the first few songs but not so much the last half of the album.

OK by Talvin Singh
Jun 18 2021

A little bit too experimental for my taste. Some of the songs were a nice mix of modern and traditional but they quickly get too drawn out and weird. Felt like being in a washing machine of music.

Rattlesnakes by Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
Jun 19 2021

I really liked two songs. The lyrics are quite nice overall but it feels like it's the same rhythm and melody for the entire album. Shame.

Master Of Puppets by Metallica
Jun 20 2021

It's technical but not really enjoyable. After a while it all just sounds like the same screech. Not my cup of tea.

Melody A.M. by Röyksopp
Jun 21 2021

It's an OK album with some interesting tracks but nothing too good. You can put it in the background and just forget about it.

Darkness on the Edge of Town by Bruce Springsteen
Jun 23 2021

This was better than I expected. Varied melodies and tempos plus good lyrics make it easy to listen. Some nice songs I hadn't heard before.

Jun 24 2021

Had a much more rock sound than I expected. Quite few songs are nice but some are too long and get tiresome.

Highway 61 Revisited by Bob Dylan
Jun 25 2021

The lyrics are great but Dylan can't really sing. He just end ups half-screaming words and the music is pretty generic and grating (too much harmonica is a thing). The one star is entirely for Like a Rolling Stone.

Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots by The Flaming Lips
Jun 26 2021

This album has a very unique sound. I really loved some songs but a few are a bit too strange, it's hard to describe. Worth a listen though!

Jun 27 2021

This was like teleporting back to the 90s. It's full of energy and classic indie rock. Nothing too fancy but very fun and enjoyable.

Songs In The Key Of Life by Stevie Wonder
Jun 28 2021

I'm not usually a fan of the genre but this was a nice surprise as I could listen to the entire album without fighting the need to skip songs. Nice as background music while working.

Moondance by Van Morrison
Jun 29 2021

Nice is a nice and fun album. I enjoyed the different rhythm/melodies, and even though most of the songs are slow I found them uplifting.

The Holy Bible by Manic Street Preachers
Jun 30 2021

This album was a nice surprise. The songs are different enough that you don't get bored but the overall theme is still there. I enjoyed it more than I expected, and most of the songs.

Tommy by The Who
Jul 01 2021

It has some nice songs but it drags on too much. By the second hour it was really hard to find this enjoyable. By the end, I no longer cared about the overall story, so I guess rock operas are not my thing.

Jul 02 2021

I'm not a fan of rap/hip hop so this was really hard for me. I get the importance of the political message but I just couldn't get into it. Too many strident repetitive sounds/beats/yeah boy. My ears hurt :(

Pornography by The Cure
Jul 03 2021

Not bad but not great either. Too goth and emo for me, I can only take it in small doses. If you're into that kind of depressive music then you'll enjoy it.

Happy Sad by Tim Buckley
Jul 04 2021

It's not bad nor good, just long and dull. Perfect if you have insomnia (and his voice is nice).

Rocks by Aerosmith
Jul 05 2021

Very classic rock sound but doesn't really feel like Aerosmith until the last few songs. Overall enjoyable with a strong first half.

Quiet Life by Japan
Jul 07 2021

Not really my kind of music but the album was easy to listen, although nothing really stood out as great.

Scott 4 by Scott Walker
Jul 08 2021

This is a 30-min endless sad song. His voice is really nice but all the songs are just the same monotonous tone, it feels like a huge waste of potential.

Remain In Light by Talking Heads
Jul 09 2021

It's a bit bizarre but by the end of the album it kind of grows on you. Not my style, but a few songs weren't too bad.

Tanto Tempo by Bebel Gilberto
Jul 10 2021

Nice and chill album. If you like bossa nova you will enjoy the melodies and her soothing voice. The English songs broke the spell a bit though.

New York Dolls by New York Dolls
Jul 14 2021

Not what I expected. It started off well but got a bit boring half way through.

Swordfishtrombones by Tom Waits
Jul 15 2021

Tom Waits' voice and style are certainly interesting, but also very grating. It quickly gets tedious, I don't know how people can listen to this for so long. I guess they must focus on the lyrics more than I can.

B-52's by The B-52's
Jul 16 2021

This a very fun and interesting album. It's like the perfect mix of kitsch, British pop, funk and 60's sci-fi. The songs are upbeat with a particular sound that I really enjoyed.

Truth And Soul by Fishbone
Jul 17 2021

This is an weird mix of rock and ska/reggae, but once you get used to it it's actually rather pleasant. It was unexpected, fun to listen to, and I ended up liking more than I expected.

Da Capo by Love
Jul 18 2021

It was an OK album, nothing too exceptional. Nice listen as background music.

Home Is Where The Music Is by Hugh Masekela
Jul 29 2021

Nice and refreshing album. Not my usual style but I wouldn't mind listening to it while reading or working.

Fuzzy Logic by Super Furry Animals
Jul 30 2021

Very energetic and fun album. I was pleasantly surprised by it.

Fragile by Yes
Jul 31 2021

It wasn't too bad but I got tired by the end. While a few songs were nice, too many piercing tones made it really hard to enjoy all the way through.

Tragic Songs of Life by The Louvin Brothers
Aug 01 2021

I'm all for guitars and harmonies but this is just endless.

Can't Buy A Thrill by Steely Dan
Aug 02 2021

I enjoyed this album very much. It was groovy and easy to listen, with multiple great songs. Great background for a scenic drive.

We Are Family by Sister Sledge
Aug 05 2021

It's pretty underwhelming. I'm not a fan of disco so I got bored pretty quickly, specially with all the remixes at the end.

Dr. Octagonecologyst by Dr. Octagon
Aug 06 2021

I have no idea what this is doing here. Some beats are all right but I don't think it's particularly interesting or groundbreaking. Very low effort, just a lame excuse to use curse words.

Joan Armatrading by Joan Armatrading
Aug 07 2021

This was a nice and fun album. Her voice has a clarity and tonality that mixed with the positive lyrics and mellow music makes this very enjoyable.

Abraxas by Santana
Aug 08 2021

The album starts strong but looses a bit of steam about halfway through. I still enjoyed it overall, although not as much as other Santana albums.

Aug 09 2021

As far as Dylan's album go, this is not the worst. The lyrics are great as usual, however it lacks everything else. The melody, voice, and harmonica are repetitive, so enjoy it in small doses unless that's your jam.

Court And Spark by Joni Mitchell
Aug 11 2021

I really liked her voice, but the songs are a bit too generic and flat. I'm sure the lyrics are meaningful but I couldn't be bothered to pay them any mind because of this.

Closer by Joy Division
Aug 12 2021

This is a bit weird. The music is too disjointed for my taste. I think I can handle one or two songs, but not for the entire album.

Natty Dread by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Aug 13 2021

This was a nice and chill album, more so because Marley's voice is really melodic. I grew a bit tired of the similar rhythms by the end but still a nice listen.

Joan Baez by Joan Baez
Aug 14 2021

This was a very nice folk album with such a clear and clean sound. I enjoyed how the guitar feels like it's just there to enhance her voice.

Woodface by Crowded House
Aug 15 2021

I enjoyed the entire album. It's light and fun, makes for an easy listen. Nostalgic sound and I'll go listen to more of their stuff.

Elephant Mountain by The Youngbloods
Aug 18 2021

The sound is fantastic from the get go. Loved all the songs, very folksy. In the same breath, it sounds old and contemporary, it's just an excellent album.

Aug 19 2021

This was a nice surprise. Entirely instrumental album that was really chill and enjoyable. Nice Lofi music to study or read.

All Directions by The Temptations
Aug 21 2021

Maybe because I'm used to their more upbeat songs but this album was a drag. Maybe the songs work on their own but together it was a single melody, slow and depressing.

Blue Lines by Massive Attack
Aug 22 2021

It was OK. I liked a few songs but didn't enjoy the overall experience. Nothing special.

Buffalo Springfield Again by Buffalo Springfield
Aug 23 2021

Starts well but then grows a bit tiresome after a few songs. It's not bad but nothing particularly great either. There are definitively better 60s albums out there.

Horses by Patti Smith
Aug 24 2021

I'm sorry I just didn't get it. It's just screaming with discordant supposedly meaningful lyrics. I think her voice sounds atrocious.

Le Tigre by Le Tigre
Aug 25 2021

I was expecting punk screaming but this was a really fun album to listen. A good mix of punk and rock with a bit of electronic. Good for a morning jog!

Sea Change by Beck
Aug 26 2021

A bit on the slow and sad side, but I enjoyed it. The melodies are nice and I love the sound of the guitar. The acoustic sound is mellow and relaxing.

The Beach Boys Today! by The Beach Boys
Aug 27 2021

Not my favorite Beach Boys album. Their harmonies are of course the thing they are known for, but here it gets quickly tiresome. Feels pretty generic to me, not as fun as their other songs.

Back At The Chicken Shack by Jimmy Smith
Aug 28 2021

Definitely not what I expected from the title! This was a very nice Jazz album. It makes you feel cozy and happy, like spending a winter day reading by the fire.

Murder Ballads by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Aug 29 2021

This is really not my thing. It felt like the ramblings of a half stoned old man in some seedy bar. If that's your cup of tea you'll love it, but to me it was boring, depressing and badly sung.

Very by Pet Shop Boys
Aug 31 2021

While I can listen to a few songs I don't usually enjoy synth-pop. This album was too repetitive and electronic for my taste but probably someone who likes the genre might enjoy it. At least the voice is chill enough.

A Date With The Everly Brothers by The Everly Brothers
Sep 01 2021

Classic album from the early 60s. Nice harmonies and melodies, kind of soothing to have in the background. Short and sweet. I enjoyed it.

The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails
Sep 02 2021

I'm not a fan of NIN and I honestly expected worse. I ended up liking quite a few songs, although half of the album was too angry/ragey for me. It's worth the experience.

Kenza by Khaled
Sep 03 2021

I was agreeably surprised to find this here. While I usually prefer other Rai musicians, this is a nice and fun album that I had never listen to in its entirety. Makes you want to dance and puts you in a good mood.

Sep 04 2021

I'm biased because I'm a massive fan of the old Coldplay but I think this is a great album. The lyrics speak to me on a different level. The simplicity and tone of the music and vocals just hits the right spots.

Low-Life by New Order
Sep 05 2021

This was a pretty boring album with the same melodies in most of the songs. Very synth-pop and very 80s so not really my cup of tea. One song was kind of... not bad.

In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida by Iron Butterfly
Sep 06 2021

This went better than expected. Very enjoyable, even the 17 minute song.

Sep 07 2021

I'm not really sure why this is here, it's pretty mediocre. Got bored about half way through, but nice instrumentals.

Sep 08 2021

Definitely not a fan of synth pop but this album is pretty bad. I have no idea how this cover of Tainted Love became so popular.

Kilimanjaro by The Teardrop Explodes
Sep 09 2021

This album seems to be made of your standard 80s too-much-synth tracks but it was surprisingly more pleasant than I expected. Still not to my taste though...

Sep 10 2021

Yeah not my thing. I can't focus on the lyrics and the sounds is not particularly interesting. It's just repetition of the same basic tunes with swearing to make them "interesting"

Boston by Boston
Sep 11 2021

This is what an excellent classic rock album should be. It's a was a fun to listen to, great guitar work, solid debut album. If you like the genre you'll enjoy it!

Hearts And Bones by Paul Simon
Oct 01 2021

Not really my style, maybe a bit too 80s? I thought it was pretty boring and uninteresting. I only really enjoyed two songs.

Raising Hell by Run-D.M.C.
Oct 02 2021

I'm not a fan of the genre so I was surprised I found myself enjoying quite a few songs. The album was fun to listen. I'm still not a huge fan but it was a nice experience.

Blood On The Tracks by Bob Dylan
Oct 03 2021

It's really a pity that Dylan's voice is so terrible... otherwise this might been a very enjoyable experience.

Exile On Main Street by The Rolling Stones
Oct 04 2021

This was a very 'soulful' type of rock and roll album. I enjoyed it quite a lot! Felt like the perfect mix between New Orleans and London.

Vivid by Living Colour
Oct 05 2021

This was a decent album. Good riffs and some fun songs, however it gets tiresome by the end.

1977 by Ash
Oct 27 2021

Rough start but it gets better. I enjoyed listening to the album, some songs are really good but I really did not like the lead singer's voice.

Oct 28 2021

I'm not into electronic music so this felt like being stuck in an endless loop of two notes. You get used to it, like the noise of an airplane engine on a 14 hour flight.

The ArchAndroid by Janelle Monáe
Oct 29 2021

This was a little too eclectic for my taste, feels the album is all over the place but I'm sure that's intended. I'm not a fan of R&B or hip hop but even so I could enjoy a few songs.

Since I Left You by The Avalanches
Oct 30 2021

If you enjoy repetitive samples, words, and scratching ad nauseam then this is for you. It's like being stuck on a washing machine with a broken record.

Oct 31 2021

This is my favorite REM album. The lyrics, the acoustics, and Stipes' voice just speaks directly to my soul. It has a very special place in my heart.

Run-D.M.C. by Run-D.M.C.
Nov 01 2021

This was much better than their other albums. It was actually fun to listen. I still can't decide if I love or hate the whole let-me-say-word-then-you-say-word.

At Newport 1960 by Muddy Waters
Nov 02 2021

This is a great blues album. The sound is just amazing!

With The Beatles by Beatles
Nov 03 2021

I love this stage of the Beatles, it's just music that makes you want to dance and have fun. The vocals and songs are great, even if half are covers!

Surf's Up by The Beach Boys
Nov 04 2021

This was completely unexpected. The album feels much darker than their upbeat more popular songs, but it showcases their voices and talents just as well. Really enjoyed it.

Gold by Ryan Adams
Nov 05 2021

Pretty basic 'pop' album, nothing great nothing too bad. I liked they tried to make it a bit more blues/americana but after a while most of the songs just blend into each other.

Nov 06 2021

It's an interesting album but I never understood the hype. Feels a bit too experimental for my taste, some songs are really good but others are just too psychedelic.

Parsley, Sage, Rosemary And Thyme by Simon & Garfunkel
Nov 16 2021

I enjoyed this more than I expected. I knew the more famous songs but the other ones surprised me by their melody and composition. 7 O'clock news is particularly poignant.

Triangle by The Beau Brummels
Nov 17 2021

This was an interesting and easy listening. I liked the fantasy vibes but it I grew a bit weary by the end.

Nov 18 2021

This was terrible. I have no idea what I just listened too. Tedious screaming dude over repetitive baselines? My friend's band in middle school had more musicality than any of this.

Tracy Chapman by Tracy Chapman
Nov 19 2021

Nice and chill album with very meaningful lyrics. Her voice, lyrics and melody mix very well through out the entire album.

Aja by Steely Dan
Nov 20 2021

This feels like endless elevator music with words. The recording quality does feel very high but not enough to compensate for the monotony.

Nov 21 2021

This is a classic soul album with great songs. Aretha Franklin is always a pleasure to listen to. It's a bit measured for my usual taste but I enjoyed it.

Beyond Skin by Nitin Sawhney
Nov 22 2021

This was an interesting listen. I enjoyed the originality of the album, and how they tried to weave a story with songs. I liked the overall vibes, even if a few songs are bit over the top.

2112 by Rush
Nov 23 2021

This album was alright. I liked the slower songs better. A bit too grating on some songs, the high pitched voice gets tiresome.

American Beauty by Grateful Dead
Jan 27 2022

A bit on the slow side but a very enjoyable album. It truly felt like listening to "an slice of America" from the late 60s early 70s.

1989 by Taylor Swift
Jan 28 2022

This a pop album done right. It's fun from beginning to end, full of catchy songs and refreshingly positive songs. I realized I had listened to a lot of these songs as covers (which sometimes I enjoyed more) so it was nice to listen to the originals.

Buena Vista Social Club by Buena Vista Social Club
Jan 29 2022

I love this album. They have such a unique and pure sound. It's one of those albums that speak directly to your heart and feels like a balm to the soul.

Jan 30 2022

This is an extraordinary album. It was revolutionary when it came out, and you can still feel that almost 50 years later. I don't know any other group that can successfully interweave such a mix of musical ranges.

Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stones
Jan 31 2022

This is a pretty solid album, some songs are really good and I liked how they added more of a soul/blues style. The problem is, I just didn't connect with it that much. Wild Horses is exceptional though.

Surfer Rosa by Pixies
Feb 04 2022

I'm seriously not a fan of whatever this is... punk? rock? alternative? I just couldn't tolerate the dissonance of the two singers, and all the screeching. It is too inharmonious for my taste.

Goo by Sonic Youth
Feb 05 2022

I got bored so checked the track list and I was barely halfway through the third song. This album has no redeeming qualities for me. Just barely music, mostly noise.

Dummy by Portishead
Feb 06 2022

I'm not a fan of the genre so for me it got very monotonous very quickly. While the voice is quite pleasant, the rest is pretty mediocre.

Feb 07 2022

This was interesting but it's not an album I will likely listen to again. Some of the songs are almost enjoyable but it all gets lost in a giant mess of sounds. I can understand its significance but it's definitely not my thing.

American Idiot by Green Day
Feb 08 2022

I might be biased, but this album marked a generation. I've always enjoyed it as a decent rock/punk album. It's fun and full of energy, but manages to express quite well the frustration and disillusionment felt at that time.

Odelay by Beck
Feb 16 2022

I did not enjoy this album at all. It was a bit too electronic for my taste. The hip-hop inspiration felt a bit too messy so I couldn't really find anything to enjoy besides the last song.

Feb 17 2022

Just like their song, this is overkill. If you're a fan of metal you'll probably enjoy this album. It's dynamic, noisy, and repetitive. However, to me, it was just a 2-hour long headache.

Live! by Fela Kuti
Feb 18 2022

This album has a fantastic start and then just keeps going. Very funky and jammy with great rhythms. Didn't even notice the songs are 12 min long! Just a fun, and well-rounded album.

Feb 19 2022

I know it's not a revolutionary album but I enjoyed all the songs. I like how it doesn't really sound like anything from the same era, the mix of genres feels quite modern.

Achtung Baby by U2
Apr 14 2022

Meh. Pretty generic Pop/Rock album. What bothered me the most is that I grew tired of Bono's voice by end.

Club Classics Vol. One by Soul II Soul
Apr 15 2022

Not my thing. I don't enjoy the genre too much and the album is quite tedious. Feels very repetitive and quite soulless.

Aqualung by Jethro Tull
Apr 16 2022

I've never been a fan of Jethro Tull but this album was half decent. Some songs were quite good, but I just can't get over the flute. It's like Bob Dylan's harmonica all over again, after a while it just grows tiresome.

Fromohio by fIREHOSE
Apr 17 2022

I'm not sure how to characterize this album but it was an interesting listen. I enjoyed a few songs quite a lot, mostly those more on the indie rock side. If you like progressive rock, alternative and punk this is it.

Apr 18 2022

I think this is the first album by Dylan that I actually enjoyed as a whole. The tone of the album fits his voice better and for once I could focus on the lyrics without being (too) overwhelmed by the harmonica.

Play by Moby
Apr 27 2022

I don't know how to explain how much I love this album. Every song has it's own "soul" but they all work so well together too.

Blur by Blur
Apr 28 2022

I usually like Blur but this album is not really that good. Besides the first two songs which are great, the rest of the album feels... not up to the task.

S&M by Metallica
Apr 29 2022

Should you listen to this because it's a musically interesting, an unusual mix, and kind of original in its own way? Sure. Is it good? Meh unless you're a fan of Metallica. Props to the SF Symphony, all the stars are for them.

The Pleasure Principle by Gary Numan
Apr 30 2022

OK this is not half bad but I'm really not a fan of the genre. It feels like it goes on forever, I was getting bored, wondered how much was left and I was only on song #6.

Blood Sugar Sex Magik by Red Hot Chili Peppers
May 01 2022

Is it bad? Not really. Is it my thing? Not at all. Besides a few songs the rest of the album is very lackluster.

Want Two by Rufus Wainwright
May 10 2022

This album was an interesting listen, not at all what I expected. It started well but his grating voice was unbearable by the end.

The Hour Of Bewilderbeast by Badly Drawn Boy
May 11 2022

I'm not sure how to explain how much I liked this album. It is kind of weird in a very positive way, feels fresh and original. It has good music and a great flow. If you're into indie music, you'll enjoy it.

Supa Dupa Fly by Missy Elliott
May 12 2022

This is just terribly boring. This album has no redeeming qualities. Sounds like mildly upbeat rated R elevator music.

The Soft Bulletin by The Flaming Lips
May 13 2022

Nothing particularly exceptional. The singer is quite bad and the songs are very generic.

May 14 2022

This album starts great but really quickly falls into broken-record territory: the same boring rhythm and melodies, Byrne's voice is not even that great, so what's even the point?

Ramones by Ramones
May 17 2022

It's a nice album, goes really fast. Nothing exceptional but it was a nice listen although it gets a bit repetitive by the end.

Dog Man Star by Suede
May 18 2022

If you enjoy melancholic British pop-rock this will be your jam. The songs are really varied and I enjoyed their guitar sound. Overall a solid listen.

The Scream by Siouxsie And The Banshees
May 19 2022

The album is not the worst. I actually enjoyed the music but the screeching voice gets old really fast. Yes, I know it's called "The Scream" but punk is really not for me.

Vauxhall And I by Morrissey
May 20 2022

I'm sorry but I really dislike his monotone voice and generic sound. This was so boring and depressing. If you like Emo anthems, you'll enjoy this.

Live At The Star Club, Hamburg by Jerry Lee Lewis
May 21 2022

Apparently he was as good as pianist as he was a terrible human being. The album is great, full of energy and good rock but it's hard to enjoy knowing the man behind the music.

Moon Safari by Air
May 22 2022

This album manages to create an entire atmosphere bubble in your living room. It's so original and fresh, I highly recommend the adventure!

Real Life by Magazine
May 23 2022

Some songs are rather good, makes me think of a mix of B-52s hoping for some more punk. The album itself is rather unimaginative unfortunately.

First Band On The Moon by The Cardigans
May 24 2022

This was a nice and quiet pop album. Nothing too fancy but it's pleasant to have in the background.

May 25 2022

This is far from destroying Rock and Roll, it's just a string of repetitive sounds that kind of counts as music. I would say it's a pretty average electronic album.

Hypocrisy Is The Greatest Luxury by The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
Jun 23 2022

Not a fan of hip-hop, for the first time I found myself able to actually listen to the lyrics. While the music might be a tad repetitive, their words managed to convey a strong message. Just like poetry. Makes me sad their social critique is still on point 30 years later.

Chirping Crickets by Buddy Holly & The Crickets
Jun 24 2022

This is fun and energetic album. I love the style but I have to admit it gets a bit tiresome by the end of the album. There are some great songs in there though!

There's A Riot Goin' On by Sly & The Family Stone
Jun 25 2022

A little bit too funky for my taste but I didn't have trouble enjoying it. It's an energetic and fun album that I'm sure funk/soul fans will appreciate.

GI by Germs
Jun 26 2022

I think this is terrible because I don't like punk, but maybe someone who is into hardcore punk will find some redeeming quality within it. There is some rock undertone that wasn't entirely bad. At least the songs are short...

If You're Feeling Sinister by Belle & Sebastian
Jun 27 2022

Quite a nice and solid indie album. Their voices are really melodic and combined with the music, it makes me feel kind of happy but nostalgic. Lovely to have in the background.

Led Zeppelin by Led Zeppelin
Jun 28 2022

Led Zep is the best cover band that has ever existed. Is this a good album? I would say yes, but the fact that a lot of it is liberally taken from other artists with no credit leaves a bad taste in my ears.

Nebraska by Bruce Springsteen
Jul 16 2022

Not impressed to be honest. His voice comes out so dull for this style of album. Overall pretty boring, only redeeming song was Atlantic City.

The Boatman's Call by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Jul 17 2022

If you're looking for the cure to insomnia this album is it.

To Pimp A Butterfly by Kendrick Lamar
Jul 18 2022

This was terribly boring. While the music was mediocre, even if interesting for a few songs, the lyrics were all over the place. I also don't get songs that are just swearwords and n-words stringed together.

Jul 19 2022

Plain boring and unimaginative. A lot of the album felt like a terribly bad rip-off of the Bestie Boys.

Music in Exile by Songhoy Blues
Jul 20 2022

This entire album was a breath of fresh air. The music is fantastic and vibrant, and their voices are so soothing. African rhythms skillfully mixed with traditional blues.

Ray Of Light by Madonna
Jul 21 2022

I have mixed feelings. Some song are really good, others are just so tedious and long. I do feel it's an album that showcases Madonna's voice quite well.

Sail Away by Randy Newman
Jul 22 2022

This was a pretty boring album that felt like an endless Toy Story song. It was like listening to polished, censured, and sanitized "Americana" music.

The Specials by The Specials
Jul 23 2022

This was a very generic album, I'm not sure why it's here as it's far from special. Works well as background music.

This was not as terrible as I expected, some songs could be saved if it wasn't for the constant screeching. If you're into energetic screaming with dissonant sounds in the background you'll love this album.

Innervisions by Stevie Wonder
Jul 25 2022

I'm not a fan of the genre so the album is not to my taste. However, Stevie's voice is great, and some songs have really good lyrics and rhythms. I enjoyed the second half of the album better as it's a bit more soulful.

Africa Brasil by Jorge Ben Jor
Jul 27 2022

This was an interesting and very fun album to listen to. It's a very successful mix of Brazilian sounds and Afro-funk, that just puts you in a good mood.

Winter In America by Gil Scott-Heron
Jul 28 2022

This was a nice smooth, laid-back kind of light-jazz album. I'm not sure if it's because I could only listen to it on YT but the voice didn't do it for me. I enjoyed more the piano and background music than the lyrics/voice.

Wild Wood by Paul Weller
Jul 29 2022

This was a great album, loved all the songs. It's pretty energetic and has a good rhythm all the way through. Solid rock album.

Let It Be by The Replacements
Jul 30 2022

I found this album to be pretty mediocre, not necessarily bad but pretty repetitive and unoriginal. However, fans of punkish rock might appreciate it.

Jul 31 2022

Not a fan of R&B but this album was one of the few I could listen to without being annoyed or bored (lots of variety!). I could focus on the lyrics too and overall was a nice experience.

Led Zeppelin III by Led Zeppelin
Aug 03 2022

I know this album is a classic but it just doesn't resonate with me. Yes, Immigrant Song is awesome, Tangerine is a great song, and the album is very technically sound... but I just didn't care by the end.

Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Aug 04 2022

This was a solid album, a great mix between country folk, rock, and a hint of Americana. I enjoyed all the songs, they all kind of hit you in different ways.

Appetite For Destruction by Guns N' Roses
Aug 05 2022

For a debut album, this is pretty amazing. Overall it's a solid and good rock album with quite a lot of hits that almost 40 years after are still going strong. Some people might overlook it because of this, but it's definitely worth the listen.

Aug 06 2022

I think Wilco is a great group but this album is boring. Maybe the songs would work better separately? I was really struggling to not roll my eyes when song after song had the same dull beat. It's a shame because there are some interesting things in there.

Aug 07 2022

Do you like synth 80s music and whiny monotonous voices? Then this album is for you. I thought this was exceptionally boring.

At Budokan by Cheap Trick
Sep 15 2022

Fun and enjoyable album that feels more like pop-rock than anything else. It does lack a bit of energy for a live performance but it was a nice listen.

Maggot Brain by Funkadelic
Sep 16 2022

I'm not a fan of funk so I was dreading this after seeing the title but it wasn't actually all that bad. Some funk is hiding in there under quite a bit of soul, rock, and R&B. A few songs were great, and some gave me a Santana vibe.

The Genius Of Ray Charles by Ray Charles
Sep 17 2022

This is a great big band album. Personally, it feels a bit tiresome after a while but if you're into big band jazz and ballads you'll love it. Ray Charles just doing his thing is worth the listen.

Slipknot by Slipknot
Sep 18 2022

Listening to this album is like being dumped into an industrial washing machine full of wasps while a banshee screams at you with a dystopian raid alarm going on in the background.

...Baby One More Time by Britney Spears
Sep 19 2022

A decent pop album with a very 90s sound. Plenty of nostalgia for us old timers. I was agreeably surprised by a few tracks that went a bit out of the usual pop sound.

Graceland by Paul Simon
Oct 01 2022

This is a pretty nice album. Very "quiet" and enjoyable, with a nice mix of genres and African styles. It has some great songs and it's definitely worth the listen at least once.

Entertainment by Gang Of Four
Oct 02 2022

Very punk album but with a twist. The album has more of a rock feel and influences from other styles (dance? funk?) that makes it interesting enough. Not a fan of punk but this was a decent listen. Fans of punk will likely love it.

The New Tango by Astor Piazzolla
Oct 03 2022

Do you like tango, bandoneon, and piano? Do you want to feel like you are in a 1940s detective almost film noir set in Argentina? Then this album is for you. Not really my thing, but it wasn't a chore to listen.

Let It Bleed by The Rolling Stones
Oct 04 2022

It tells you something that the best songs are the first one and the last one. Everything in between is decent rock but nothing particularly memorable.

The Köln Concert by Keith Jarrett
Oct 05 2022

This a very interesting Jazz album. The sound is very rough (go read the full story on Wiki) but because of it you can really feel Jarett's talent. A full hour of piano got a bit too much for me but it's definitely worth a listen.

The Age Of The Understatement by The Last Shadow Puppets
Oct 08 2022

This album is not bad not great either. Some songs are really good, but overall it's just OK. It feels like it wanted to reproduce the sounds and feelings of another time, but didn't quite manage.

Water From An Ancient Well by Abdullah Ibrahim
Oct 09 2022

An album full of nice, mellow, and smooth Jazz. It has a different tone from American Jazz, making it sound more fresh and playful to my ears.

Trout Mask Replica by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Oct 10 2022

I am not sure what I just listened to, but I wouldn't qualify it as music. Technically arranged chaos is still chaos. Just because you can, doesn't mean you should.

Talking Book by Stevie Wonder
Oct 11 2022

This is a melodic and almost artificially smooth soul/funk album. It feels like they tried to constrain Stevie Wonder and the only time he could get out was for 'Superstition' and 'Big Brother'. The overuse of keyboards and synths is definitely not my thing though.

Oct 12 2022

I'm not a fan of techno/dance so this was quite boring, just repeating random noises ad nauseam. Nothing that stands out from other albums in the same genre, but maybe something a fan of dance would enjoy.

Here Are the Sonics by The Sonics
Oct 25 2022

This a great album. Full of energy and perfectly represents the garage rock movement. If you want to dance around and enjoy yourselves, just put this on!

Faust IV by Faust
Oct 26 2022

This was a really interesting album, it's like nothing I've ever heard before. The sound was very refreshing in that sense, but it's filled with a lot experimental sounds. Sometimes it works, sometimes not so much. Definitely worth the listen though!

Amnesiac by Radiohead
Oct 27 2022

Not my favorite work of Radiohead, a bit too experimental for my taste but that's not to say it wasn't somewhat enjoyable. It just feels as if they dived too deep without being prepared for it.

Crosby, Stills & Nash by Crosby, Stills & Nash
Oct 28 2022

To be honest I'm kind of disappointed, I feel this album should be better. It has all the ingredients to make it great, but comes off just a bit above mediocre. A lot of the songs sound the same, and you end up with a flat album.

Oct 29 2022

This album manages to capture the essence of popular music in the 80s. It is not my cup of tea but if you find yourself nostalgic for synth-pop electro music without much originality, then this is for you.

Oct 30 2022

I enjoyed the mix of Bossa Nova, Jazz, and Sinatra's smooth voice. This is nothing revolutionary but it's a very chill album to just put in the background and enjoy.

Step In The Arena by Gang Starr
Oct 31 2022

Not being a fan of the genre I didn't really find anything interesting in this album. I would say it's pretty average, some nice rhythms and decent vocals. Couldn't be bothered with the lyrics but at least their flow was good.

Catch A Fire by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Nov 01 2022

This was a good album, with very nice vibes complemented by the beautiful mellowed voice of Marley. The additional layer of social commentary just makes it more than just an easy listen.

The Real Thing by Faith No More
Jan 05 2023

I'm not a fan of the genre, but I found myself enjoying a few songs. I think it's a decent album as far as screaming things into a mic goes.

S.F. Sorrow by The Pretty Things
Jan 06 2023

It might not be fair but this gives me "discount Beatles" vibes.

Definitely Maybe by Oasis
Jan 07 2023

Is Oasis overrated? some might think so, but I still love them. Something about just making fun and enjoyable music that still speaks to your teenager self makes this a great album.

Jan 08 2023

Not a fan of rap, so this was really a drag (over an hour long). I could barely understand the words, so any political or social commentary was lost to me. Musically it's just meh.

GREY Area by Little Simz
Jan 09 2023

This wasn't as bad as I expected. Quite a nice surprise as I don't usually listen to hip-hop. I liked that I could actually follow the lyrics. I enjoyed her voice and overall melodies, particularly the jazzy and lo-fi vibes.

Illinois by Sufjan Stevens
Jan 12 2023

This a very generic and bland album. Some songs can stand alone for a while, but as an album, everything just drips to the ground at the speed of molasses.

This Is Fats Domino by Fats Domino
Jan 13 2023

This a wonderful OG rock and roll album. The songs are a blast and you can feel his love for music in each and every one of them.

Live At The Regal by B.B. King
Jan 14 2023

This album is a piece of history, not only because of the musical performance by B.B. King but also because it manages to capture the effect of his music on his audience. This is an excellent live blues album, King is a great performer and the audience reaction just made it a blast to listen.

Blue by Joni Mitchell
Jan 15 2023

This album is not bad, just not my cup of tea. Joni Mitchell's voice is too grating for my taste, and the album itself doesn't feel all that outstanding. If you're into depressing ballads by high-pitched women you'll enjoy this.

The Message by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
Jan 16 2023

I tried to get over the mumbling, screeching voice, and synths but I just couldn't. This was so boring. Definitely not my thing.

Synchronicity by The Police
Jan 26 2023

This was terrible. I was amazed "Every breathe you take" is in this album and the one star I'm giving it belongs entirely to that song.

The Dreaming by Kate Bush
Jan 27 2023

I tried but I just couldn't get it. This album is too experimental and 80s for me. It felt like listening to nails scratching on a board for 40 min.

The Yes Album by Yes
Jan 28 2023

I loved it. It feels like good old classic rock. Great melodies, catchy riffs, and amazing voices. Overall just pure fun and excellent musicianship. You don't even feel the 9 min songs pass by...

Ocean Rain by Echo And The Bunnymen
Jan 29 2023

I love The Killing Moon but the rest of the album feels a bit flat in comparison. The album itself has a very early indy sound that I really dig with quite a beautiful orchestral accompaniment.

Jan 30 2023

This got boring really fast. It feels like a poor excuse for violence, misogyny, and swearing. When all you do is use swear words to communicate, it kind of misses the point, no matter how relevant the political commentary is.

Jan 31 2023

This album starts well but quickly goes downhill. It's not bad per se but just feels disconnected. Some songs feel like noises put together to try to make them sound coherent.

John Prine by John Prine
Feb 01 2023

Definitely not a fan of Prine's voice but the songs themselves were decent enough to keep me interested. Lyrics are on point. A bit too country for me but it ended up being quite a nice listen.

Feb 02 2023

Not a fan of rap but this guy's flow is insane. The lyrics are so much better than anything I've heard from most English rappers. This was pretty decent. Nice vibes.

Feb 03 2023

Not a fan of the synthetic sound. The album seems pretty basic, nothing stands out, besides the misogyny and homophobia. I'm not entirely sure why this made the list.

Feb 04 2023

I'm pretty sure you need to be stoned to enjoy this album. Not a fan of random and discordant noises.

Pyromania by Def Leppard
Feb 08 2023

I'm not really sure if this qualifies as heavy metal and maybe that's why I enjoyed it so much. It feels more like pop-rock wanting to be heavy which actually works well.

Car Wheels On A Gravel Road by Lucinda Williams
Feb 09 2023

The album is decent. It gives me a bit more pop vibes than your usual country/folk album, but that might also be its appeal. A few songs do stand out.

Feb 10 2023

I was expecting something with more depth but the album is OK. The sound production is great but I got lost in the 90 minutes of it. Some really good songs, others just... there.

Marcus Garvey by Burning Spear
Feb 11 2023

I'm not a reggae fan but this album had some cool vibes and was a nice listen. Just put it in the background and let the music take you away.

Fear Of Music by Talking Heads
Feb 12 2023

This gives me heavily discounted Sparks (the band) vibes. Besides a few tracks, it's a pretty mediocre album. If you enjoy repetition and scratchy monotonous music this is for you.

Deep Purple In Rock by Deep Purple
Feb 13 2023

Solid 70s hard rock album. If this is your jam you'll enjoy it, if not it might be a bit too screechy for you. I enjoyed the ride.

Cross by Justice
Feb 14 2023

Not a fan of electronic music but this album was fun. I enjoyed quite a few songs and the entire album flows incredibly well. It almost feels like a book, with chapters, a beginning, and an end.

Iron Maiden by Iron Maiden
Feb 15 2023

I'm not a fan of metal but this album wasn't as terrible as I expected it to be. I liked the more rock and roll and guitar-oriented songs, as well as the energy of the album as a whole.

In The Wee Small Hours by Frank Sinatra
Feb 16 2023

Yes, it's Sinatra but after almost an hour of singing about heartbreak, you kind of wish he had gone to therapy instead. If you need lounge background music this might work.

Cafe Bleu by The Style Council
Feb 17 2023

Not at all what I expected but this was a rather nice and chill album. I very much enjoyed the instrumental songs, but once they start singing it kind of ruins the experience as it becomes very much ordinary and even terrible.

Close To You by Carpenters
Feb 18 2023

If plain white toast was made music.

Kenya by Machito
Feb 19 2023

Great combination of Afro-Cuban rhythms and Jazz. Good energy and is just fun to listen all around. Feels both modern and old with a proper big band sound.

The Rise & Fall by Madness
Feb 24 2023

Some interesting sounds and a few good songs but overall the album feel pretty generic and repetitive. Too dissonant for my taste, I wanted out by the fifth song.

Pretenders by Pretenders
Feb 25 2023

This is not my cup of tea, too synth-pop to my liking. Feels like curated punk. I grew tired of the same overall sound. I guess if you're into this type of style you'll enjoy it but I'm not sure what makes it stand out to be in this list.

Sweet Baby James by James Taylor
Feb 27 2023

This was a difficult one to rate because some songs are *really* good but others are just generic melodies with honey syrup. More blues and grass would have been a better choice. However, in the end the album manages to encapsulate the 70s as a whole.

Feb 28 2023

I'm not a fan of hip-hop but this wasn't half as bad as I expected. The entire album has a nice groove and some interesting songs. I was pleasantly surprised.

Debut by Björk
Mar 01 2023

I don't get Bjork. I guess I would have to live in places where it's dark half of the year to relate to this music. Some of the songs are not that bad but her voice is so grating, I can't get past it.

Teenager Of The Year by Frank Black
Mar 02 2023

This is exactly the kind of album you expect from the title. It's what a teenager in the 90s would listen to and maybe even love (some songs are quite good!). Is it revolutionary? I don't think so, but it's a great time capsule.

Rumours by Fleetwood Mac
Mar 03 2023

To me, this is one of the greatest albums of all time. The quality of the sound, the songs, lyrics, melodies, and harmonies, is on an entirely different level. The train wreck that was going on behind the scenes made this not just a great album but pure and raw emotion translated into music.

Rubber Soul by Beatles
Mar 04 2023

Not as good or fresh as their other albums but still a decent pop/rock album with some great songs. "In my life" gets a whole star by itself.

Apocalypse Dudes by Turbonegro
Mar 05 2023

The energy and the fun are there, even quite decent guitar riffs... it's too bad that it all gets lost in the terrible bad lyrics and mediocre vocals.

3 Feet High and Rising by De La Soul
Mar 06 2023

I thought, "oh no, another hip-hop album" but this album is truly exceptional. I usually dislike the genre but this was so fresh and fun, I couldn't help but enjoy it. Great tunes.

Rattus Norvegicus by The Stranglers
Mar 07 2023

I honestly was quite surprised by this album. It was fun, energetic, and a lot of the songs are really catchy. Seems like the right mix of rock and punk.

Meat Is Murder by The Smiths
Mar 08 2023

I don't understand why this album is here. It's such a bland one. Generic riffs and melodies mixed with Morrissey's awful monotone voice.

Apr 11 2023

This is not a bad album but I think it's too country for my taste. The same melody starts to get tiresome halfway through, the last few songs are more rock and enjoyable. If country is your thing, this one is quite good!

British Steel by Judas Priest
Apr 12 2023

I'm not usually a fan of metal but I really liked this album. I found myself headbanging for a bit. Very solid album with plenty of good tracks.

Highway to Hell by AC/DC
Apr 13 2023

This a decent rock album, not too audacious, just plain good solid rock and roll. You might find it a tad flavorless after a bit (like gum you've chewed for too long), but it will still be enjoyable.

Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode
Apr 14 2023

While I can understand why this album might be considered significant, it's definitely not my cup of tea. Some songs are interesting but too much synths and monotone rhythms for my taste.

Parachutes by Coldplay
Apr 15 2023

This is one of the first albums that I remember loving entirely, so it has a special place in my heart. I truly miss _this_ Coldplay. The songs are well crafted, the lyrics are meaningful... it's just a solid album from beginning to end.

White Light / White Heat by The Velvet Underground
Apr 16 2023

This was pretty terrible. Some songs have great potential but the singer's tone/voice and strident noises just don't work. The rest is just over-saturated noise. Gave me a headache.

461 Ocean Boulevard by Eric Clapton
Apr 17 2023

It's hard to put aside the fact that Clapton is a terrible human being. This album is pretty mediocre, lots of flavorless ballads with some occasional decent blues.

Smash by The Offspring
Apr 19 2023

If you're into funk and angsty rock this album is probably for you. I enjoyed a few songs but after a while, it becomes quite dull.

Chris by Christine and the Queens
Apr 20 2023

While the French version is better, this album has no real redeeming qualities. It's not bad per se but it's the very definition of generic and even artificial (as in lacking soul). An 80s wanna-be vibe albeit with a better production sound. Been there done that.

Apr 21 2023

This is a decent album that starts very strong but I feel got a bit lost halfway through. Still a fun listen but besides the most known hits I don't think I'll revisit this one.

Veckatimest by Grizzly Bear
Apr 22 2023

Not at all what I expected. Nice overall album with a great indie vibe. If you enjoy the genre you'll have a blast.

Rage Against The Machine by Rage Against The Machine
Apr 23 2023

Are you angry or an angsty teenager? then you will enjoy this. I got bored after a while, to be honest, it's a shame that the message gets lost in all the repetitive screaming.

Paranoid by Black Sabbath
Apr 24 2023

I had never heard this album entirely, but I'm glad I finally did. It didn't really fit my image of heavy metal as I felt a lot of blues/rock in it (which is probably why I liked it so much). Awesome guitar riffs.

Frampton Comes Alive by Peter Frampton
Apr 25 2023

It starts kind of slow but it grows on you. This is a nice solid live album that I ended up enjoying.

Smile by Brian Wilson
Apr 26 2023

This is a very interesting album. It has the nostalgia of the Beach Boy hits mixed with surprising sounds and composition. The sound production is wonderful and makes this worth the listen even if the songs are not your cup of tea.

Homework by Daft Punk
Apr 27 2023

I like Daft Punk but this tested my limits. Among all the great work they've done, I have no idea why they chose this album. It is the definition of repetitive without any payoff. Almost feels like anxiety made music.

Odessa by Bee Gees
Apr 28 2023

An unexpected album from the Bee Gees. It's not bad in itself, it just feels average. I cannot recognize the distinct Bee Gees sound that makes their music fun and enjoyable (even when the lyrics are sad). The result is just another "generic pop" album.

Illmatic by Nas
Apr 29 2023

This is definitely not my cup of tea, but among all the hip hop albums I've heard this wasn't half as bad. I couldn't focus on the lyrics but I enjoyed the rhythms and the flow.

Juju by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Apr 30 2023

This album is a nice mix of rock and punk bit a dash of emo. Not what I usually listen to, but this was enjoyable and quite original. It has a very specific vibe to it (think goth angry hunted house) that I'm sure will appeal to some.

Black Sabbath by Black Sabbath
May 01 2023

This album is pretty average I would say nothing really stood out for me. It feels like Black Sabbath was still trying to find its groove.

She's So Unusual by Cyndi Lauper
May 02 2023

I really can't stand Lauper's voice pitch, which made this a hard listen. Overall it's a decent 80s pop album, with a few fun songs. If you're into synths and high-pitch voices you'll enjoy it more than I did.

Hms Fable by Shack
May 03 2023

I was very surprised by this album. I really loved it! Not only did I enjoy every song, but also how the album ties together. It has this very nice cool calm alt-rock vibe that feels modern but it is also very distinctively 90s.

May 04 2023

What an accurate album title. From what I've previously heard from George Micheal I was expecting to hate this but I thoroughly enjoyed the entire album. It's a solid pop album with very interesting lyrics and a nice stylistic variety. Give it a go, you won't regret it.

Destroyer by KISS
May 05 2023

Pretty decent album but nothing to write home about. I put it in the background and kind of forgot about it. Great Expectations did stand out for me.

I'm Your Man by Leonard Cohen
Jul 04 2023

This is miles worse than listening to Dylan's endless harmonica. Was the budget only good enough for a children's Casio keyboard?? I give it a star solely because by the end I was laughing hysterically at how bad the music production of this album is.

Pacific Ocean Blue by Dennis Wilson
Jul 05 2023

This album started very generic, and I was ready to just put it in the background as just another 70s rock album, but the more you listen the more it gets interesting. I ended up enjoying the entire thing. Some songs are really good, others are just OK but it's worth a listen.

Heartattack And Vine by Tom Waits
Jul 06 2023

Tom Waits has such a characteristic voice that works well for some things and less for others. This album is a mix of the above. While the songs themselves are rather nice, his voice does not suit a lot of them. Your enjoyment of this album will depend entirely on how you feel about Waits' gritty mumbling voice.

Jul 07 2023

The album itself is fine. I did not enjoy the weird genre it belongs to though. Feels like a mix of pop and campy jazz, but doesn't excel in either area. Her voice gets a bit on my nerves sometimes.

Teen Dream by Beach House
Jul 08 2023

This is as bland as a piece of white toast.

Peter Gabriel 3 by Peter Gabriel
Jul 09 2023

The album seemed a bit too experimental for my liking, so I ended up only half-heartedly listening to it in the background. "Biko" however made it all worthwhile, that song alone deserves all the stars.

Coat Of Many Colors by Dolly Parton
Jul 10 2023

I'm not a fan of country, but Dolly Parton makes it rather fun and enjoyable. She manages to inject some life into otherwise repetitive songs and themes. Her voice also fits the genre so well.

Surrealistic Pillow by Jefferson Airplane
Jul 11 2023

This album sounds amazing and feels like the epitome of "flower power". I loved the jazzy and rock and roll sound of it, mixed with great melodies and lyrics.

Jul 12 2023

I'm not usually a fan of psychedelic rock as it can be a little too experimental. I didn't get that feeling with this album. I actually enjoyed the entire thing, their melodies are clean and the production is quite good.

Music Has The Right To Children by Boards of Canada
Jul 13 2023

Music has the right to children but maybe not this album. Pretty meh. I've heard significantly better from other electronic albums. If you enjoy repetitive sounds and washing machine noises, this is for you.

Jul 14 2023

I never cared much for Cash until his later albums. Like many in my generation, the first I heard of him was "Hurt" (a masterpiece). This album haunts you, he conveys sadness and vulnerability as I've rarely heard before or since. Every song feels raw and deeply personal, like the ghost of a voice that has lived a thousand lives.

Dusty In Memphis by Dusty Springfield
Jul 15 2023

Honestly, besides "Son of a Preacher Man" the rest of the album is pretty bland. It's unfortunate because her voice is lovely and deserves better.

Tarkus by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Jul 16 2023

The only song I enjoyed was the last one; the rest of the album is a mess that can probably only be enjoyed under the influence of drugs.

Penthouse And Pavement by Heaven 17
Aug 15 2023

Syhtpop is definitely not my thing, so this album was pretty boring for me. Honestly, the music that Spotify recommended afterward was a thousand times better. Not entirely sure why this is here, there's nothing particularly good about it.

Morrison Hotel by The Doors
Aug 16 2023

Solid album. Very enjoyable. I never expected blues to mix so well with psychedelic rock.

Ragged Glory by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Aug 17 2023

Things I enjoyed in this album: Crazy Horse + Songs Things I disliked: Neil Young's voice Too bad they couldn't get a different singer.

Hard Again by Muddy Waters
Aug 18 2023

This is a great soul and blues album. Full of energy and one of the greatest guitar works I've heard. Loved it.

xx by The xx
Aug 19 2023

Is this great music? Not really. Is it fun to listen to? Some of it. Do you want to feel like your life is an episode of Grey's Anatomy? Just put this on full blast.

Foxbase Alpha by Saint Etienne
Aug 20 2023

The singer almost sounds like she's signing off key on purpose. Right from the start it put me off. A lot of it feels like discounted Massive Attack that fell off the shelves. Too bad because they have one or two songs that show they could do better.

Duck Stab/Buster & Glen by The Residents
Sep 06 2023

For lack of better words: What in the actual fuck. I might never go near a duck again in my life.

The Modern Lovers by The Modern Lovers
Sep 07 2023

It feels like an album that can't decide if it's punk or rock, and ends up sounding like "we have Jim Morrison at home" meme. Very dull.

American Gothic by David Ackles
Sep 08 2023

If you're interested in a Broadway musical that describes the American experience this is for you. It's not a bad album but I think it caters to a very specific audience.

The Gershwin Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald
Sep 09 2023

Is Ella Fitzgerald extraordinary? Of course. Is Gershwin a great composer? Damn sure. Does this have to be 3 hours long? Not really. It's unfortunate because the best songs are just drowned in the noise. If you need something nice and cuddly for a long study session this is your jam.

At San Quentin by Johnny Cash
Sep 10 2023

This is not just music, it's a piece of history. It's a great live album, the atmosphere is so energetic, and even if you don't like the music I'm sure you'll love everything in between.

Electric by The Cult
Sep 12 2023

I'd say an average hard rock album. At some point I couldn't even distinguish when one song ended and another started.

Brilliant Corners by Thelonious Monk
Sep 13 2023

Compared to other Jazz albums this seems to lack a bit of soul. It gets a bit boring towards the middle, but still a decent listen.

Sep 14 2023

I usually don't enjoy hip-hop and the intro had me worried, but the rest of the album was catchy and groovy. Pretty enjoyable!

Idlewild by Everything But The Girl
Sep 15 2023

This is the musical equivalent of cheap lukewarm tea forgotten on a window sill for 3 days.

Doolittle by Pixies
Sep 16 2023

I really don't get it. It's a very bland album, got boring pretty fast. Maybe I need to be angrier to enjoy it?

So Much For The City by The Thrills
Sep 28 2023

The album is OK, some songs might be fun by themselves but it gets tedious after a while. There's a general lack of energy and emotion. Main singer is just so flat and artificial.

I Am a Bird Now by Antony and the Johnsons
Sep 29 2023

This album was unexpectedly intimate. It feels like stepping into the musings of someone else's life or a ghost caught in reflection before moving forward. It may not be for everyone, but it's worth listening to. “There’s a surprising level of vulnerability here. It’s almost like stepping into someone else’s story—quietly powerful, though maybe not universally relatable.”

Metallica by Metallica
Sep 30 2023

The album starts with good energy, but quickly loses steam. It gets dull pretty fast, and by the end it feels like it's the same drum line on repeat with generic guitar riffs.

Axis: Bold As Love by Jimi Hendrix
Oct 01 2023

This might be an unpopular opinion, but I’ve never really "got" Jimi Hendrix’s music. He’s clearly talented and has some classic hits, but this album just didn’t do much for me.

It's Too Late to Stop Now by Van Morrison
Oct 02 2023

I liked the energy of the album, loved the band, and the great sound production... But the album quickly got flat, with Morrison’s vocals not quite measuring up.

Oct 03 2023

This is an energetic live album. I really enjoyed it, and James Brown is just a blast. Sound quality might not be the best but it was fun.

New Forms by Roni Size
Oct 04 2023

Do you like repetitive somewhat mysterious music that thinks it sounds revolutionary, this is for you. I had to call it quits halfway through.

Picture Book by Simply Red
Oct 05 2023

It’s not the worst ‘80s throwback album (and quite representative of the time), but it’s really not my thing. Maybe one or two tracks are passable, but nothing that makes it worth revisiting.

Punishing Kiss by Ute Lemper
Oct 06 2023

This sounds like a Broadway musical gone wrong, terribly wrong. It's a shame because they had some interesting things going on.

Electric Ladyland by Jimi Hendrix
Oct 07 2023

Hendrix was clearly brilliant, but this album is kind of meh. I feel a few classics shine, but the rest just blends together.

Vulnicura by Björk
Oct 08 2023

Not a fan of her style but the album itself is not as bad as I expected. Overall pretty mediocre to be honest.

Fear Of A Black Planet by Public Enemy
Dec 28 2023

I'm not entirely sure how this is considered revolutionary. Maybe there is something in the background but I found it mediocre and repetitive.

Dec 29 2023

Honestly, I was expecting worse. This is definitely not my thing, but it was quirky enough that it made it kind of bearable (enjoyable?).

Violator by Depeche Mode
Dec 30 2023

The album is a bit too synth-pop for my taste, it feels like it has a hard time letting go of the 80s, but it is not such a bad listen. Funny enough I found myself enjoying the more modern cover versions of their hits rather than the originals.

E.V.O.L. by Sonic Youth
Dec 31 2023

I have no idea what this is doing here. Completely unimaginative and bland. All dissonance and no direction.

One World by John Martyn
Jan 01 2024

Really not my thing, feels like elevator music on shrooms.

Kid A by Radiohead
Jan 02 2024

I'm a bit torn on this one. I feel like I should like it more, and musically there’s a lot to appreciate... but it might be too experimental for my taste. It drags in places but there are several really solid tracks.

En-Tact by The Shamen
Jan 03 2024

This album perfectly embodies everything I hate about 80s pop-electro-synth music and it's from 1990.

Crazysexycool by TLC
Jan 05 2024

While I think Waterfalls is a masterstroke, I don't know where the rest of the album is going. The last few songs get better but overall it's pretty boring and as sexy/cool as plain toast.

Hot Buttered Soul by Isaac Hayes
Jan 06 2024

This wins the most apt title for an album. The production is on point and has such a modern feel. If you like an ounce of soul you will love it.

London Calling by The Clash
Jan 07 2024

Anger done right? Great mix of attitude and fun. It has the perfect blend of punk energy, classic rock and roll vibes, sprinkled with blues and pop. Super catchy and enjoyable album.

Sunshine Hit Me by The Bees
Jan 08 2024

This was a complete surprise. It almost felt like a Wes Anderson movie. Fun, fresh, with just enough weirdness to make it enjoyable.

Songs Of Leonard Cohen by Leonard Cohen
Jan 09 2024

Pleasant voice, sometimes interesting lyrics, but so, oh so boring. Endless droning with generic sad guitar background. So Long, Marianne is a refreshing break.

Jan 10 2024

This album is pretty generic. The tracks run too long, and by the second song, the repetitive rhythms start to wear thin. Dude is also a terrible human being. Nothing of value here.

Next by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band
Jan 11 2024

It started like an "we have Ozzy Osbourne at home" meme but ended up being an interesting, very varied, rock album. Worth to listen once I guess.

Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette
Jan 12 2024

Absolutely iconic. The soundtrack of the 90s. Raw, emotional, and so honest, and it still hits even now.

Hotel California by Eagles
Mar 12 2024

Overall this is an OK album. Sound production is not great but that might come from the "remastered" version I listened to on Spotify. Of course, there are some classics but the second side lacks the spark.

White Light by Gene Clark
Mar 13 2024

Although I was afraid it would go too country for my taste, this is a decent folk "rock" album. This makes for an easy listen, and I see how this can be representative of the era. Songs are way too similar, so it can get tiresome by the end.

Dirty by Sonic Youth
Mar 14 2024

It starts out fine but by track #4 I was over it. Loud, repetitive, and angry noises are just not my thing.

Arise by Sepultura
Mar 15 2024

Clearly, I'm not angry enough to enjoy this. I'm sure others will enjoy the technical aspects of it better, but I just couldn't.

A Love Supreme by John Coltrane
Mar 16 2024

I like Jazz, but I’m definitely not an expert. I can tell it’s technically impressive, but it didn't really speak to my soul.

Mar 17 2024

Pretty standard, to be honest. Definitely energetic, but nothing special. Got exhausted by song 3.

What's That Noise? by Coldcut
Mar 22 2024

From the first notes of this album, I was disappointed. I don't understand the appeal of a mediocre mix of hooks, samples, random voices, and synth. However, If you enjoy 80's heavy electronic meet hip-hop music, this is for you.

Let's Stay Together by Al Green
Mar 23 2024

Blows my mind that someone who sings so smoothly about love has also been involved in abusive behavior towards several women in their life. As for the album, it was pretty decent if not a bit monotonous. I've listened to better soul.

Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye
Mar 24 2024

As an asexual, this did nothing for me.

Whatever by Aimee Mann
Mar 25 2024

It sounds dated, but Aimee's voice is really good! It's decent pop, just not my cup of tea. It really does feel like a product of its time.

Low by David Bowie
Mar 26 2024

Not a fan of this album. It starts OK but the more it keeps going the more random and bizarre (not in a good way) it gets. I don't mind the instrumental part but it's just meh. "Sound and Vision" was the only song I truly enjoyed.

Talking Timbuktu by Ali Farka Touré
Mar 27 2024

A decent album with some nice laid-back sounds. Quickly becomes repetitive though, it works best as background music.

Green Onions by Booker T. & The MG's
Mar 28 2024

This is so good! Fresh, influential, and completely its own thing. Highly recommend.

Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins
Mar 29 2024

This is a great album, truly representative of the 90s alternative rock. It feels sad but energetic, raw and angsty but still fun. The guitars are a blast.

War by U2
Mar 30 2024

The album starts off strong with some really good tracks, but it kind of fizzles out towards the end. Sunday Bloody Sunday gets half the stars of this review on its own.

Electric Prunes by The Electric Prunes
Apr 01 2024

Decent album, some good songs but it feels dated. Very much a product of its time, and not exactly the most original one at that.

The Chronic by Dr. Dre
Apr 02 2024

I really don't get this. It's just swear words, homophobia, and misogyny over something resembling a beat. Is this supposed to make people feel tough? It just pushes the worst kind of male ego nonsense.

Stardust by Willie Nelson
Apr 11 2024

The album itself is quite nice, lot of good songs with pleasant lyrics but I can't get used to his voice and depressing melodies (too much of a crooner style?). I've heard multiple covers of these songs that I've enjoyed more.

Foo Fighters by Foo Fighters
Apr 12 2024

This is such an average low effort album. It gives "we have Nirvana at home" vibes.

Heroes by David Bowie
Apr 13 2024

Heroes is a masterpiece but the rest of the album is too... all over the place for me. Not bad just too eccentric.

Floodland by Sisters Of Mercy
Apr 14 2024

You know what this needs? more 80's

A Little Deeper by Ms. Dynamite
Apr 15 2024

Ms. Dynamite has a decent voice but the album never really goes anywhere. Not a fan of hip hop to begin with, so take that for what it's worth.

Superunknown by Soundgarden
Mar 15 2025

I remember liking Soundgarden more way back then, but apparently, I wasn't really listening. It's fun for about a minute but quickly becomes very generic.

Ctrl by SZA
Mar 18 2025

This needs a little more cowbell, I mean autotune.

Mar 26 2025

This was an unexpectedly fun. I'm not a fan of the genre, so there's little chance I will listen to it again, but I enjoyed it!

Aftermath by The Rolling Stones
Apr 03 2025

It's an album very representative of the era, but the Stones hadn’t quite found their distinctive sound yet. Otherwise fun, but nothing exceptional.

Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield
Apr 05 2025

This was not at all what I expected, but I ended up having a great time with the album. It takes you to unexpected places. I know it's a "caveman" in Pt. II, but in my head this is Klingon Opera.

Colour By Numbers by Culture Club
Apr 08 2025

Sure, Karma Chameleon is a great and fun song... the rest is quintessential substantially boring 80s. Not my jam.

Elvis Presley by Elvis Presley
Apr 09 2025

The album is alright, but it's definitely whitewashed music. I guess it did bring Rock and Roll into the mainstream, and well, Elvis has a great voice.

Time Out by The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Apr 10 2025

This is a great Jazz album. Chill and groovy and probably more technical than my poor knowledge can handle. Take Five alone deserves 5 stars!

Jazz Samba by Stan Getz
Apr 11 2025

Great mix of Jazz and Samba. Refreshing sound, very pleasant, laid-back, smooth all the way through.

High Violet by The National
Apr 16 2025

This album is not bad per se, but it sticks to the same mood and sound, and ends up feeling like one long, vaguely emo road trip with no real destination.

Apr 23 2025

The album has a cool, and even modern groove, but it gets old pretty quickly. Fun for a track or two, then it just starts to drag, but to be fair, this genre has never really been my thing.

Like A Prayer by Madonna
Apr 24 2025

This is a great example of a good pop album: fun, enjoyable, easy to dance and sing along to. Madonna really knows her stuff, although I couldn't get over the 80s sound for the 5-star, but that's on me.

Sulk by The Associates
Apr 29 2025

This album screams "we have David Bowie at home (and he fell down the stairs on the way out)"

Timeless by Goldie
May 10 2025

If you’ve ever wondered what two hours of a washing machine having a nervous breakdown sounds like, look no further.

Felt Mountain by Goldfrapp
May 15 2025

Interesting album, with a few songs that stand out but honestly kind of dull. I saw them open for Coldplay ages ago, and their set was significantly better than this. That said, Alison has a great voice.

Dire Straits by Dire Straits
May 16 2025

A really fun album. It sounds surprisingly modern for something released in 1978. Great rock-blues with a touch of country mixed in.

Truth by Jeff Beck
Jan 29 2026

I'm not usually a fan of psychedelic rock, but this wasn't that bad. I liked the vibes, and Beck's voice fits well. Ol'Man River was surprisingly good.

Shleep by Robert Wyatt
Feb 05 2026

Decent album, but not sure it deserves a spot on this list. Some tracks are nice and fun, others are a bit too weird or psychedelic. The second half is definitely stronger.

Stand! by Sly & The Family Stone
Feb 17 2026

Not usually my thing (psychedelic/funk/soul) but this album was a really fun listen. Feels fresh, with some genuinely good tracks in there. Track 2 is something else, haha

Out of Step by Minor Threat
Feb 26 2026

Hard pass. Noisy, a lot of screaming, and not much else going on. Thankfully it was short.

Wild Is The Wind by Nina Simone
Mar 11 2026

This is an exceptional album. Nina Simone's voice is absolutely magical. It's hard to describe, it must be felt.

Mar 13 2026

Not my favorite album of Queen but still a pretty fun listen. Killer Queen is such a great track, but the rest feels odd (not in a bad way just a bit generic, not what you'd expect from Queen).

Rum Sodomy & The Lash by The Pogues
Jul 15 2026

Genuinely fun and ridiculously energetic, perhaps I missed my called and should have become a pirate? A little repetitive towards the end, but well worth it.

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