1001 Albums Summary

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2.98
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You Love More Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Out Of The Blue
Electric Light Orchestra
5 3.63 +1.37
Infected
The The
4 2.94 +1.06

You Love Less Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Here Come The Warm Jets
Brian Eno
1 3.07 -2.07
The Modern Lovers
The Modern Lovers
1 3.06 -2.06
A Northern Soul
The Verve
1 2.92 -1.92
Go Girl Crazy
The Dictators
1 2.84 -1.84
Elephant
The White Stripes
2 3.84 -1.84
Crosby, Stills & Nash
Crosby, Stills & Nash
2 3.47 -1.47
Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols
Sex Pistols
2 3.45 -1.45
One Nation Under A Groove
Funkadelic
2 3.42 -1.42
The Downward Spiral
Nine Inch Nails
2 3.35 -1.35
L'Eau Rouge
The Young Gods
1 2.33 -1.33

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A Northern Soul by The Verve

Before listening I didn't really know The Verve for anything other than Bitter Sweet Symphony, and after listening I can see why. I'm definitely not a fan, and will not be listening to this album again. Nothing really stands out about this album, it just feels a bit empty.

Back To Black by Amy Winehouse

This album feels so classy. Every song fits into an overarching style and theme, yet stand out individually so as to never feel the same as the one before or after. A really neat album that could be at home on vinyl or the crappy headphones provided with your handset (I'm so sorry Amy).

I really wanted to like this one but it just kept on going. Nothing really noteworthy here.

The Modern Lovers by The Modern Lovers

I cannot see myself listening to this again nor recommending it to anyone in future.

Fuzzy by Grant Lee Buffalo

Ended up enjoying this album far more than I expected. Had never heard of Grant Lee Buffalo, but may start listening to his music regularly.

1-Star Albums (5)

All Ratings (58)

Play by Moby
Mar 25 2021

Not something I would usually listen to, but enjoyed it thoroughly. I've definitely heard porcelain before, but hearing it context is nice.

Mar 26 2021

Fan of "Don't Believe The Hype", I guess the media in 1988 was just as bad as it is now. Lots of repeated phrases, super catchy, can see why its on the list. I enjoyed listening to the album, lots of pop culture-y things in there.

A Northern Soul by The Verve
Mar 27 2021

Before listening I didn't really know The Verve for anything other than Bitter Sweet Symphony, and after listening I can see why. I'm definitely not a fan, and will not be listening to this album again. Nothing really stands out about this album, it just feels a bit empty.

Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots by The Flaming Lips
Mar 28 2021

This one is a hard one to rate. It feels ambitious, and lots of interesting stuff going on. I'm a fan of some of the later songs like "Do you realize", and overall I enjoyed the album. But I would also say it feels rough around the edges, and I think that comes from its age. I listened on youtube and maybe it would have been better listened to without the inherent compression. But anyways, I like it and I think I'll check out some of The Flaming Lips' other stuff.

The Real Thing by Faith No More
Mar 30 2021

Enjoyed Underwater Love, and would probably listen to the album again. One of the better albums so far IMO. Has a definitive style and doesn't try to be something its not.

The Modern Lovers by The Modern Lovers
Mar 31 2021

I cannot see myself listening to this again nor recommending it to anyone in future.

Rubber Soul by Beatles
Apr 01 2021

This is the first Beatles album I've listened to from start to finish and I really enjoyed it. The album felt cohesive, and I kind of wish each song was a little longer! I don't have any gripes with this album.

Bryter Layter by Nick Drake
Apr 02 2021

Genuinely liked this album, felt really chill and could easily listen to it again. On the otherhand, its kind of like vanilla -- I can see anyone liking it but it being no one's favourite.

Out Of The Blue by Electric Light Orchestra
Apr 03 2021

I'm a big fan of this album, it contains most of ELO's stand out tracks along with some lesser known ones which are still pretty great. I can't really mark this one down.

Funeral by Arcade Fire
Apr 04 2021

Nothing really catching about this album for me, but it wasn't bad, just not special

Night Life by Ray Price
Apr 05 2021

A pleasant listen, but not the kind of genre i'm particularly interested in. I don't have any real complaints though.

The Wall by Pink Floyd
Apr 06 2021

Great album, I haven't really listened to Pink Floyd before but this was great. I really think this is an album that needs to be listened to from start to finish. Oddly enough kinda makes me think of a toned down dream theater

Meat Is Murder by The Smiths
Apr 07 2021

This album was OK. Despite the great musicianship going on, I just couldn't get behind Morrissey's droning vocals which ruined it for me.

Bitches Brew by Miles Davis
Apr 08 2021

Always a fan of Miles Davis. Definitely not for everyone, but that's alright.

That's The Way Of The World by Earth, Wind & Fire
Apr 09 2021

It's Earth, Wind, & Fire! What's not to enjoy really? Just an all-round funky time suitable for the whole family. Ok, maybe this album doesn't include some of their best hits, but its hard not to love the vibe.

Apr 10 2021

I really wanted to like this one but it just kept on going. Nothing really noteworthy here.

Blood And Chocolate by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Apr 11 2021

I just could not get into this. Vocals are not a good fit for me.

This Is Fats Domino by Fats Domino
Apr 12 2021

Sweet album, feel like it could be played anywhere and not be out of place. At the same time, nothing super stand-out-ish about it, just a pleasant listen all round.

Beach Samba by Astrud Gilberto
Apr 13 2021

I enjoyed it, but I get that most people didn't. Bossa nova isn't everyone's cup of tea, and whilst it was pleasant to listen to its nothing special.

Come Find Yourself by Fun Lovin' Criminals
Apr 14 2021

Nothing special here, a product of its time that hasn't aged well.

Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye
Apr 15 2021

Marvin has a great distinctive style that you can't help but love. However, I would have liked a little more variety as this album feels a little samey throughout.

You're Living All Over Me by Dinosaur Jr.
Apr 16 2021

I can appreciate an album that is trying to stir up some emotion, but I just did not enjoy it.

Debut by Björk
Apr 17 2021

Hot damn. There is something so pure about Bjork's music -- a mix of percussion, and melody fueled by vocals. All of it feels like its walking a tightrope between really profound music and a total garbage fest, and I could see either opinion being totally valid. I really liked this album, and although it's probably not a crowd pleaser I think everyone should listen if they have the time.

Go Girl Crazy by The Dictators
Apr 19 2021

Really not a great album. Gave off similar vibes to the modern lovers, and I found its lyrics a lot clearer, but it put itself down by being such a product of its time.

Nilsson Schmilsson by Harry Nilsson
Apr 20 2021

Pleasant enough, one of those albums where you recognize a lot of the music without really knowing where you've heard it before. Not bad, not great, an alright album.

Celebrity Skin by Hole
Apr 22 2021

I enjoyed this more than I thought I would, really interesting stories behind the band as well. Courtney Love -- front woman of the band -- was married to Kurt Cobain, but who influenced who?

A Seat at the Table by Solange
Apr 24 2021

Pleasant enough listen. Again, not a bad album but not one I'll be reaching for any time soon.

The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails
Apr 25 2021

I'm sad I judged this album by it's name and cover. It had some decent tracks. Still not my thing, but not the worst thing I've listened to by a long shot.

Apr 26 2021

Apparently this is really popular amongst wu tang clan fans, though I got lost really quickly in the album. I guess narating hip-hop/rap is something I should listen more to.

Fuzzy by Grant Lee Buffalo
Apr 27 2021

Ended up enjoying this album far more than I expected. Had never heard of Grant Lee Buffalo, but may start listening to his music regularly.

Paranoid by Black Sabbath
Apr 28 2021

Classic rock/metal album, really recommend listening to at least everything before fairies wear boots. I feel like there is probably a reason behind fairies wear boots being there, but without it I feel like it comes off a little pretentious -- "here, listen to the album again but slightly different..."

Headquarters by The Monkees
Apr 29 2021

Quirky album with a few good tunes, decent.

Quiet Life by Japan
Apr 30 2021

Agh, just not very good. Pretty forgettable. Feel like their sound is quite close to The Police's but without being as iconic.

The Grand Tour by George Jones
May 02 2021

Fun album, worth a listen.

Joan Armatrading by Joan Armatrading
May 03 2021

Enjoyed listening to this album, starts off a bit slow and picks up a bit late. think I'll be listening to more of Joan in future.

Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode
May 04 2021

A true classic. Depeche Mode own their sound not unlike how the Beatles or Queen own theirs. Being Depeche Mode though, this album is weird, and though I may love it for it, there are albums that are more well-rounded. Still loved it though.

I’m a Lonesome Fugitive by Merle Haggard
May 05 2021

Pleasant album. I feel like I'm starting to enjoy country a bit more than I used to. This could be dangerous.

Picture Book by Simply Red
May 06 2021

I've heard of Simply Red but never listened to their music. Not what I was expecting, actually enjoyed their music though the album wasn't very exciting.

L'Eau Rouge by The Young Gods
May 09 2021

Couldn't get into this at all. Not my kind of thing, and I don't think I know anyone who would immediately like this.

Aja by Steely Dan
May 10 2021

Cool and funky album. Good, chill listen.

Eternally Yours by The Saints
May 12 2021

Not my thing, probably someone's.

Back To Black by Amy Winehouse
May 13 2021

This album feels so classy. Every song fits into an overarching style and theme, yet stand out individually so as to never feel the same as the one before or after. A really neat album that could be at home on vinyl or the crappy headphones provided with your handset (I'm so sorry Amy).

Marcus Garvey by Burning Spear
May 14 2021

Nice chill reggae bops.

Synchronicity by The Police
May 15 2021

Fun album, and everyone likes Every Breath You Take. Not as cohesive as I would have liked, but enjoyable nonetheless.

Station To Station by David Bowie
May 17 2021

Not a huge fan of David Bowie; this album is fine.

Screamadelica by Primal Scream
Jun 07 2021

Pretty eh. The first song brought me in, but from there each song becomes less distinct, and less enjoyable.

Infected by The The
Jul 02 2021

Infectious first track, into a stable album throughout. I really enjoyed it and will be listing to more of the the in future

Elephant by The White Stripes
Jul 09 2021

Everyone knows seven nation army, but after hundreds of listens I'm tired of the song, and the rest of the songs on this album flop. Shame but I'm not a fan.

Beauty And The Beat by The Go-Go's
Jul 14 2021

Fun album, a little bit quirky, but no great singles I'll be adding to a playlist any time soon

Jul 15 2021

I listen to most of this, but I just couldn't finish it. It's not my thing, but maybe it's someone's...

Jul 17 2021

Really fun album to listen to, full of messages about love, forgiveness, and trust. Though, I wouldn't do what Sam Cooke recommends and wake up your partner in the middle of the night to tell them you love them.

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