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AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Peace Sells...But Who's Buying
Megadeth
5 2.98 +2.02
Drunk
Thundercat
5 3.12 +1.88
Honky Tonk Heroes
Waylon Jennings
5 3.14 +1.86
A Nod Is As Good As A Wink To A Blind Horse
Faces
5 3.22 +1.78
The Visitors
ABBA
5 3.22 +1.78
Virgin Suicides
Air
5 3.23 +1.77
Sweet Baby James
James Taylor
5 3.23 +1.77
Bad Company
Bad Company
5 3.24 +1.76
The Age Of The Understatement
The Last Shadow Puppets
5 3.25 +1.75
My Aim Is True
Elvis Costello
5 3.33 +1.67

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Blood Sugar Sex Magik
Red Hot Chili Peppers
1 3.47 -2.47
Ghosteen
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
1 2.95 -1.95
Disintegration
The Cure
2 3.87 -1.87
Second Toughest In The Infants
Underworld
1 2.85 -1.85
Talking Book
Stevie Wonder
2 3.72 -1.72
Violator
Depeche Mode
2 3.7 -1.7
Moss Side Story
Barry Adamson
1 2.52 -1.52
Imagine
John Lennon
2 3.44 -1.44
The Fat Of The Land
The Prodigy
2 3.4 -1.4
Synchronicity
The Police
2 3.4 -1.4

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Blood Sugar Sex Magik by Red Hot Chili Peppers

Man this album sucks. It feels like something a chubby middle school kid would listen to before he puts on a fedora and goes to the school dance, where he just stands in the corner judging the kids who are having fun. Under the Bridge slaps, but the rest of this album is terrible.

The Visitors by ABBA

There are two types of people in the world. Those who love ABBA, and those who pretend they don’t love ABBA. I thought I was in the latter category, but this album makes me think I’m in the former. This is the first album of theirs that I listened to fully, not just the hits. I have to say it’s fantastic. I would love to listen to this again at some point.

Honky Tonk Heroes by Waylon Jennings

This is what country is about. Waylon takes pain and hope and love and blends it all together in a great album. He’s definitely a pillar of country for a reason.

Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revival

A wonderful album with great songs. Can’t believe they were only together for three years, and they managed to create so many tunes that are still played today.

The Age Of The Understatement by The Last Shadow Puppets

This album really kicks ass. It has a violent and heroic feel, with hints of despair and loss. Totally blew me away.

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I Should Coco by Supergrass
May 06 2021

I liked a couple songs but overall not my speed. There were some moments that they sounded like the Stones though, so that was cool.

The Band by The Band
May 07 2021

This is definitely my type of music. I’ve always love The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, but it was nice to hear the rest of this album. Very ragged folky bluesy sound.

Moving Pictures by Rush
May 11 2021

I didn’t realize how much this album had been in my life. I mean obviously Tom Sawyer kicks ass and is the go to Rush song for most people. There are so many other stars on this album though; YYZ, Limelight, and everything else. I love Rush’s obsession with clean and tight lyrics too. Every part of this album has meaning and creates a total vibe. “Neil Peart stands alone.”

Meat Is Murder by The Smiths
May 12 2021

Not really for me. I can get how people enjoy it, but seriously it gets far too preachy on Meat is Murder. It’s a fair point but executed pretty brutally, just like the animals are I suppose.

Goodbye And Hello by Tim Buckley
May 13 2021

Very noisy, almost experimental. It’s definitely “good” objectively. But subjectively I find it too nebulous and lacking in substantial statement. It’s heavily veiled in metaphor like Dylan, but not as profound in my mind. You can definitely feel the sadness in his voice and the real ness of what he’s saying. Rose: the B-Side. Thorn: the A-Side.

New York Dolls by New York Dolls
May 14 2021

This album is great. I enjoy their sound a lot. I probably won’t listen to this much if at all, but I enjoyed the time I spent with it. I’m definitely glad I heard this.

Cheap Thrills by Big Brother & The Holding Company
May 17 2021

I honestly thought I would have enjoyed this album more. Joplin is an unparalleled singer and you can really feel her rocking out in most of this album. But the band behind her isn’t very strong and a lot of the time that makes her appearance seem weaker. I wanted to like it but I really didn’t.

The Who Sell Out by The Who
May 18 2021

Pretty awesome album, although I didn’t give it the attention it deserves. I’ll definitely have to give it another listen and pay more attention to each track. I definitely enjoyed it though.

My Generation by The Who
May 19 2021

This album has a lot of hits and is overall really good. Of course I love My Generation , I Don’t Mind, and The Kids Are Alroght. The rest of the album is pretty rockin as well.

Blood Sugar Sex Magik by Red Hot Chili Peppers
May 21 2021

Man this album sucks. It feels like something a chubby middle school kid would listen to before he puts on a fedora and goes to the school dance, where he just stands in the corner judging the kids who are having fun. Under the Bridge slaps, but the rest of this album is terrible.

Garbage by Garbage
May 24 2021

Pretty good overall, definitely 90’s. I probably won’t listen to it again, but I enjoyed it while I did.

Street Life by The Crusaders
May 25 2021

Something definitely interesting. I wasn’t blown away by any means. It was pretty alright for a one time listen.

Parallel Lines by Blondie
May 26 2021

Really good album with a couple of hits. I’ll definitely listen to this again. It had a perfect vibe for driving in the summer.

Maverick A Strike by Finley Quaye
May 27 2021

I could see enjoying this if I were high. This is definitely good, but definitely not my jam.

Eliminator by ZZ Top
May 28 2021

I went into this album thinking I wasn’t a ZZ Top fan. And I went out realizing that was still true. This album has its moments and its good in its own way. I don’t really enjoy how just about every song is about the objectification of a woman.

Good Old Boys by Randy Newman
May 31 2021

This was a really enjoyable album that I had a lot of fun with. I haven’t listened to much Randy Newman, but I could see liking him.

The Holy Bible by Manic Street Preachers
Jun 01 2021

I woul have enjoyed this more if I could have understood the lead singer.

Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Jun 02 2021

Man what a fantastic album. Bad Moon Rising, Lodi, and so much more. I love Fogerty and Creedence and always will.

Live And Dangerous by Thin Lizzy
Jun 03 2021

Quite a good album. I don’t normally enjoy live albums but this one went over really well. They definitely have a lot of great hits and a good presence. I’ve enjoyed a lot of their songs in the past and could see myself enjoying more.

Either Or by Elliott Smith
Jun 04 2021

I’ve loved a lot off this album for a long time. It really touches on the inner sadness of humanity. It’s really a shame he passed and couldn’t make more music. I love this album and will definitely listen again many times.

Marcus Garvey by Burning Spear
Jun 07 2021

I honestly thought that I didn’t like reggae, but I guess I just didn’t like other reggae. This album was really dope and I can see why it belongs here. I don’t know that I’ll listen to it again, but I enjoyed the ride. I also love the talk about Marcus Garvey and the Black Star Line. What a crazy part of history.

Brilliant Corners by Thelonious Monk
Jun 09 2021

A good album with a lot of stuff I wouldn’t normally hear.

Cut by The Slits
Jun 10 2021

I really don’t think this is for me. It’s okay but just not what I like.

Teenage Head by Flamin' Groovies
Jun 14 2021

Hey this album whips ass. I enjoyed it from front to back and will be listening to it again. This is some great rock with an energy all its own.

Parklife by Blur
Jun 15 2021

Pretty meh overall. It had some moments but I found it boring and wanted it to be over after a bit.

Definitely Maybe by Oasis
Jun 16 2021

Pretty good album. I enjoyed most of the tracks though none of them really stood out to me. If someone were to play this at a party or something like that I wouldn’t mind.

Jun 17 2021

Absolutely a fantastic album. I’d never listened to all of this and it was such a delight to listen to some Queen deep cuts. There’s a reason why they’re held in such regard. This album blows me away.

Blackstar by David Bowie
Jun 18 2021

I mean I like Bowie, but this was too experimental for me to enjoy. It wasn’t bad, it was just a lot.

Raw Power by The Stooges
Jun 21 2021

Pretty alright. I enjoyed some of it.

I'm Your Man by Leonard Cohen
Jun 22 2021

Great album. I really enjoyed the vibe all the way throughout. He has this quiet energy that sort of encompasses everything your doing while you listen.

Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield
Jun 23 2021

Honestly this shit rocked my fucking socks. I really enjoyed the vibe of this album and I did not expect to. Great album.

Dig Me Out by Sleater-Kinney
Jun 24 2021

Not that great. She had a good energy, but all of the songs sounded the same. I grew tired of it After the first track.

New Forms by Roni Size
Jun 25 2021

I didn’t find this enjoyable, but I can recognize that it’s good. Because it wasn’t my thing I skipped through a lot of tracks after the first minute or so. I really thought I would enjoy some songs based off of their opening riffs, but found they were lacking.

Paul's Boutique by Beastie Boys
Jun 28 2021

Solid album with a good sound. I’d never turn down a listen to it, even though it isn’t my particular vibe.

Elvis Is Back by Elvis Presley
Jun 29 2021

I dig this album. Elvis just carries so much love and pain in each one of his songs. He really makes me feel it.

Seventeen Seconds by The Cure
Jun 30 2021

Pretty alright sound, not a lot of stuff that I identified with.

Destroyer by KISS
Jul 01 2021

Absolutely great. Loved this album. They have such a powerful good time sound.

Remain In Light by Talking Heads
Jul 02 2021

A good album, it wasn’t what I expected as I really enjoy some of the Talking Heads other stuff. Still it was a fun listen.

Cloud Nine by The Temptations
Jul 06 2021

This album is a total whip. The temptations always provide just what I need.

Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette
Jul 07 2021

Damn, for some reason I wanted to not like this album. In spite of that I really enjoyed the hell of it. It really rocks in so many ways.

American Idiot by Green Day
Jul 08 2021

Absolutely fantastic album that is a highlight of Green Day’s career. I love so much of this album and have for as long as I can remember.

Arise by Sepultura
Jul 09 2021

Not for me. I can get behind the music, but the vocals really don’t give me what I need.

This Is Fats Domino by Fats Domino
Jul 12 2021

I’m disappointed that not all of this was on Spotify. I was really enjoying the sound of it.

I Against I by Bad Brains
Jul 13 2021

Pretty alright. I don’t find it amazing, just okay.

Madman Across The Water by Elton John
Jul 14 2021

Terrific and resplendent. God love Sir Elton John. There’s a reason they made this man a knight, because his music champions the people to a different state of mind and brings them home safe again.

Jul 15 2021

This album is fantastic. It really blew me away with its insanely chill vibes. The darkness of the story transcends the largely lyricless album, but hits hard in the beautifully written final track. What a piece of art.

Jul 16 2021

This really didn’t make me feel anything other than bored. It was enjoyable at times, but lost itself trying to find some sort of experimental sound. Not my cup of tea.

Truth by Jeff Beck
Jul 19 2021

An enjoyable rock album. I always enjoy the vocals of Rod Stewart, he’s so iconic. As for the rest of it I found it to be pretty easy to listen to and easy to enjoy. I don’t find it groundbreaking or mind bending, but it was definitely a solid, fun album.

Smokers Delight by Nightmares On Wax
Jul 20 2021

Solidly chill album. I like that it embraces who would listen to it and for what reason.

Trans Europe Express by Kraftwerk
Jul 21 2021

Parts of this album really blew me away. Some of it was repetitive to be sure, but there was a level of energy that was constant throughout that kept me hooked. I really enjoyed this.

Tracy Chapman by Tracy Chapman
Jul 22 2021

The pain in her voice is so powerful and transcendent. She captures the darkness in America’s racism and it’s truly depressing to see how short we’ve fallen since this came out almost 35 years ago. We haven’t changed much, and this album’s message still hits so damned hard. What a fantastic piece of real and sharp art.

Five Leaves Left by Nick Drake
Jul 23 2021

This was a good calm album that had a really nice indie feel to it even though it came out long before that scene exploded. I enjoyed it.

At Budokan by Cheap Trick
Jul 26 2021

A good album, I’m not a fan of live stuff though. Cheap Trick is good for their hits, but I don’t love much more than that.

Guitar Town by Steve Earle
Jul 27 2021

A good album, I’m not a fan of live stuff though. Cheap Trick is good for their hits, but I don’t love much more than that.

Superunknown by Soundgarden
Jul 29 2021

A really good album with a terrific sound and a lot of metal feels to it. I’ll definitely listen to this again.

Apocalypse Dudes by Turbonegro
Jul 30 2021

A really good album with a terrific sound and a lot of metal feels to it. I’ll definitely listen to this again.

Aug 02 2021

A good album that I didn’t think I would enjoy, but ended up liking. Songs of oppression and strength in unity and unionizing. Not something I would expect out of the mid eighties, but not unwelcome.

We Are Family by Sister Sledge
Aug 03 2021

A good album that evokes some honest emotion, but a little repetitive. Of course I love the standout single, but the rest of it sort of faded into the background for me.

Sheet Music by 10cc
Aug 04 2021

This album really snuck up on me. I found myself enjoying the diverse sound and having a really good time with it. I honestly really liked this.

Toys In The Attic by Aerosmith
Aug 05 2021

Honestly I was not that impressed with this album for as much as Aerosmith is revered. I like the breakout songs on here, but beyond that I wasn’t really entertained.

Celebrity Skin by Hole
Aug 06 2021

This album had some good tunes and an overall pleasant feel. I liked the grungy feeling it gave me.

Licensed To Ill by Beastie Boys
Aug 10 2021

Absolute banger of an album. Second Beastie Boys album I’ve had as part of the 1001 albums list, and neither has disappointed. These dudes kill.

Drunk by Thundercat
Aug 11 2021

What a fantastic piece of art. I listened to this twice in the same day and both times it blew me away. I’m truly astounded with how much I loved this. I’ll definitely keep this in my roster of music I listen to.

Butterfly by Mariah Carey
Aug 12 2021

Not my jam.

Stardust by Willie Nelson
Aug 13 2021

A very light and lovely album. It’s clear he approached this with a lot of love and care. That said I don’t know that I’ll listen to it much more. There were some songs that really hit me, but the rest didn’t.

Forever Changes by Love
Aug 16 2021

This album was okay. I enjoyed parts of it, but it felt pretty bland after a while.

Violator by Depeche Mode
Aug 17 2021

Really didn’t feel like listening to an hour of this. It sounded alright, but really not my style.

Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Aug 18 2021

A wonderful album with great songs. Can’t believe they were only together for three years, and they managed to create so many tunes that are still played today.

Aug 19 2021

Super fun album. I really enjoyed it and loved the energy it had.

You know Bob Dylan is a great lyricist, and some of his music is really transcendent. However, I don’t find myself enjoying him as much as I feel like others do. This was a fine album, but just that, fine.

Man I really dig this album. I’ve always loved Rod Stewart, and have heard some of Faces more popular work, but to dig into their deeper cannon feels pretty cool. I really enjoyed this album.

Nowhere by Ride
Aug 25 2021

Meh. This album was pretty bland.

Aug 26 2021

This album was slick as hell. Loved the heavy energy and the clean vocals. It really is an excellent example of what metal should be.

The Predator by Ice Cube
Aug 30 2021

A great album with good energy. It really shines a light on what good rap can be.

Closer by Joy Division
Aug 31 2021

This is a good album, though not particularly my taste. It feels too depressing without really touching on the pain of depression. Not sure if I will listen to it again.

Hotel California by Eagles
Sep 01 2021

You know I love the Eagles. This is a great album. I’ve got nothing more to say.

Blur by Blur
Sep 02 2021

A cool and mellow sound with notes of punk and darker energy. This was a good album.

Sep 03 2021

Not particularly my style. I enjoy their energy, but it feels weird in a way that I’m not a fan of listening to.

Make Yourself by Incubus
Sep 06 2021

I started out thinking I wasn’t going to enjoy this, but it really caught my attention. By the end I was really invested in the sound and power brought to the vocals and backing. A dope experience for sure.

Parsley, Sage, Rosemary And Thyme by Simon & Garfunkel
Sep 07 2021

I forget how short this album is. But it stands as an excellent piece of music. I love this album and the calm vibe it presents. It has a darkness that plays in the corner with evening light. They dance and make a beautiful quiet racket that is this album.

Modern Kosmology by Jane Weaver
Sep 15 2021

This feels far too niche to be on the 1001 albums you must listen to before you die. It’s not bad, but it certainly isn’t amazing. There are a few good tracks, but it’s subpar all in all.

Djam Leelii by Baaba Maal
Sep 16 2021

A very interesting sound. I wish I understood the lyrics. I liked most of what I heard as far as instrumentation.

Honky Tonk Heroes by Waylon Jennings
Sep 17 2021

This is what country is about. Waylon takes pain and hope and love and blends it all together in a great album. He’s definitely a pillar of country for a reason.

Kind Of Blue by Miles Davis
Sep 20 2021

I know for some jazz is relaxing, but it honestly stresses me out. This album is good, and Miles Davis is a singular talent, but I can’t say I enjoyed it. I think that’s on me though because I don’t really care for the genre.

Bad Company by Bad Company
Sep 21 2021

A fantastic album with a fantastic track list. Absolutely legendary.

Fear Of A Black Planet by Public Enemy
Sep 22 2021

A good album with good songs and a solid message. I enjoyed it for sure.

Woodface by Crowded House
Sep 23 2021

This has a nice sound and a pretty relaxed vibe. I didn’t love it but it certainly wasn’t bad. I’d listen to it again and feel fine about it.

The Visitors by ABBA
Sep 24 2021

There are two types of people in the world. Those who love ABBA, and those who pretend they don’t love ABBA. I thought I was in the latter category, but this album makes me think I’m in the former. This is the first album of theirs that I listened to fully, not just the hits. I have to say it’s fantastic. I would love to listen to this again at some point.

My Aim Is True by Elvis Costello
Sep 27 2021

Hot damn this is my first experience with Elvis Costello and I am blown away. This album is absolutely fantastic.

Groovin' by The Young Rascals
Sep 28 2021

Pretty alright, I enjoyed the sound and high energy of it. Not mind blowing, but definitely worth a listen.

World Clique by Deee-Lite
Sep 29 2021

This album is just straight up weird. Not for me.

Clandestino by Manu Chao
Sep 30 2021

Good sound, but I wish I understood the lyrics. Can’t judge it appropriately.

Disraeli Gears by Cream
Oct 04 2021

A terrific album with awesome sound. It provided a really interesting atmosphere and its definitely worth a relisten.

Sweet Baby James by James Taylor
Oct 05 2021

Fantastic album. There’s nothing like James Taylor. I could listen to this everyday and find joy in it. What a delight.

She's So Unusual by Cyndi Lauper
Oct 06 2021

Fantastic piece of art with great hits and great b-sides. I definitely slept on Cyndi Lauper, but she rocks.

Vivid by Living Colour
Oct 07 2021

Dope album with some really inspired tracks. Totally worth the time.

Purple Rain by Prince
Oct 08 2021

Timelessly good. Prince in his prime was truly a poet. This album is a masterwork.

Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins
Oct 11 2021

Solid album with some good hits. But the sound of it gets pretty repetitive after a while. I enjoy the vibe that it has, but it relies on that vibe a bit too heavily.

Oct 12 2021

Honestly, better than I expected. I wasn’t a fan of the first album of theirs that I listened to, but this one was pretty good when it wasn’t trying to be preachy. I get why some people dig the Smiths.

Roots by Sepultura
Oct 13 2021

Nope, not for me. Really surprised this band has two albums on this list. Their music is strong, but I can’t get with the vocals.

Damaged by Black Flag
Oct 14 2021

I gave this a shot, but I didn’t enjoy it. I don’t think punk is really for me.

Dirty by Sonic Youth
Oct 15 2021

Not really catching a break here this week. This album was a no go for me too. I didn’t enjoy the discordant nature of the music, or the lead vocals whiny tone.

The Healer by John Lee Hooker
Oct 19 2021

I think this album is decent, but I just didn’t enjoy it. His voice is just too monotonous and distorted. I’m not into it.

Wild Gift by X
Oct 21 2021

Pretty alright. I didn’t hate listening to it. Nothing to write home about though.

Elephant Mountain by The Youngbloods
Oct 22 2021

Started out strong but left me wanting after the A side. I’d listen again, but my expectations are a lot lower now.

Oct 25 2021

He’s got a dope sound and a fierce energy. Just not my type of music.

Nilsson Schmilsson by Harry Nilsson
Oct 26 2021

I like the experimentation of this, but I didn’t love the album.

Oct 27 2021

Totally rad album. I didn’t realize how many bangers were on this. Absolutely deserves to be on this list.

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

A super relaxing and entrancing album with tremendous vocals and fun sound. I’ve listened to parts of it before but the album as a whole is a fantastic journey. I would absolutely listen again.

Oct 29 2021

There is a deep part of me that links back with Rod Stewart. In a way his music has always been a part of my life. This album is just another thread in that web. It’s fantastic and touches on folk, rock, and even a hint of soul. His raspy voice and picked guitar are timeless. Some of these songs will be played at my funeral.

System Of A Down by System Of A Down
Nov 01 2021

Listen. I get this. It just caught me on the wrong day. I can recognize that this has some damn good sound, but I just don’t feel the rage and anger that I need to enjoy this.

Let It Bleed by The Rolling Stones
Nov 02 2021

This was going to get 4 stars, but closing on You Can’t Always Get What You Want bumps it up to 5 easy. Holy shit what a dope set of songs.

Tanto Tempo by Bebel Gilberto
Nov 03 2021

Didn’t seem groundbreaking in terms of sound. Can’t really comment on the lyrics.

Rattlesnakes by Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
Nov 05 2021

This album is like swimming in the early autumn when the weather is still warm and the water is just beginning to cool. It’s a mellow and calm experience, but you don’t want to stay in too long.

Let It Be by The Replacements
Nov 08 2021

Meh

Rage Against The Machine by Rage Against The Machine
Nov 09 2021

Not exactly my favorite. There is a reason this is so well known, but it doesn’t really blow me away.

Home Is Where The Music Is by Hugh Masekela
Jan 03 2022

An interesting album with some less experimental jazz that was largely enjoyable.

Beggars Banquet by The Rolling Stones
Jan 04 2022

A good album, full of violent fun sound. Not the best Stones album, not by far. But I had fun listening to it.

This Year's Model by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Jan 05 2022

For some reason Elvis Costello’s sound makes me think of Christmas. This album doesn’t have the edge the Welcome to the Working Week did, and I don’t find it as enjoyable. Still it was a pleasant listen and if I were to hear it again I wouldn’t complain.

Jan 07 2022

I get this even though it’s not particularly my style. I won’t listen again.

Loveless by My Bloody Valentine
Jan 10 2022

Meh

Imagine by John Lennon
Jan 11 2022

I just find John Lennon so pretentious on his own. It’s so hard to enjoy his solo work, because he just seems like such a prick.

Synchronicity by The Police
Jan 13 2022

God what an unpleasant album.

Revolver by Beatles
Jan 14 2022

I mean I get it, but I think I’m finally on the side of “The Beatles are overrated.” They absolutely made insane steps that changed the music industry forever, but you know I just don’t like them that much.

Different Class by Pulp
Jan 17 2022

Honestly a pretty good album, but it bleeds together after a while. I enjoyed it, but didn’t find it to be a true masterpiece.

Jan 18 2022

I thought I would enjoy this more than I did. I love Sinatra most of the time, but this was almost too mellow for me. It didn’t show off the power of his voice.

Gasoline Alley by Rod Stewart
Jan 19 2022

I usually love Rod Stewart, but this album really didn’t do it for me.

The Age Of The Understatement by The Last Shadow Puppets
Jan 20 2022

This album really kicks ass. It has a violent and heroic feel, with hints of despair and loss. Totally blew me away.

Talking Book by Stevie Wonder
May 18 2022

Never liked Stevie Wonder, and I can’t really explain why. I feel almost guilty admitting that, but it’s true.

Third/Sister Lovers by Big Star
May 19 2022

God this was boring and whiny. I did not enjoy this album at all.

Casanova by The Divine Comedy
May 20 2022

Honestly this album made me uncomfortable. It has a lot of rapey dialog and I’m not into it.

The Undertones by The Undertones
May 23 2022

This was fine. Not a mind blowing piece of music or anything.

xx by The xx
May 24 2022

This is a great album with a really nice ambient sound. I could see this going on in the background of a chill hangout, or at a busy bar on a Wednesday. Definitely will listen again.

The Message by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
May 25 2022

What a strange and delightful album. I enjoyed parts of it but found that most of it was not for me. Though I’m sure Flash and the Five would say it’s for everyone. I liked it in a way, but won’t mind if I don’t hear it again.

Dr. Octagonecologyst by Dr. Octagon
May 26 2022

Honestly the rhymes were dope, but juvenile. Not my style.

Ghosteen by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
May 27 2022

What even is this? The lyrics are fantastic, but this is just way too nebulous to enjoy.

The Yes Album by Yes
May 30 2022

This was a slog. I fought to enjoy it, but just couldn’t get into it.

Miriam Makeba by Miriam Makeba
May 31 2022

This was fantastic. Her vocals are amazing and the background is beautiful. I didn’t like the track with the guy laughing as he sang, but I’m sure that’s just personal taste.

Bandwagonesque by Teenage Fanclub
Jun 01 2022

I really enjoyed the subtle tones of this album. It feels a lot like relaxing metal with punk influences. I would totally listen to this more.

Shadowland by k.d. lang
Jun 02 2022

This is good, but it’s really just that. It feels soulful, but not deeply unique. I’m not sure I can describe where it’s lacking, only that it is.

The Boatman's Call by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Jun 03 2022

I’m happy I gave this album a chance. I had a deep dislike of Ghosteen and Nik Cave’s sound in that album, but I find that all that album lacks is more than present here. The Boatman’s call is a fantastic album and I really loved listening to it.

The Wall by Pink Floyd
Jun 06 2022

Honestly I don’t understand the hype behind this album. Sure, the breakout hits are fantastic, but the rest feels like it’s going nowhere slow.

London Calling by The Clash
Jun 07 2022

By far and away one of the best albums I’ve ever heard. This is what I think of when I think of punk. Absolutely perfect banger of success.

Dookie by Green Day
Jun 08 2022

This is a four star album. It has amazing breakouts, fantastic b tracks and has an astounding energy that I love. It gets five stars because of the history I share with it.

The Man Who by Travis
Jun 09 2022

I can understand that this maybe influenced the moody indie scene of the early 2000’s, but it is definitely outpaced by its descendants.

Led Zeppelin IV by Led Zeppelin
Jun 10 2022

A classic piece of rock and roll fantasy. Love it.

Disintegration by The Cure
Jun 13 2022

I feel like the entire album sounded pretty much the same. A little too whiny for my tastes to be honest.

S&M by Metallica
Jun 14 2022

Just totally lit.

Bad by Michael Jackson
Jun 15 2022

This album has some great hits, but I feel is missing a connecting line through the songs.

Nothing's Shocking by Jane's Addiction
Jun 16 2022

Some original stuff in here, but nothing amazing.

Time Out Of Mind by Bob Dylan
Jun 20 2022

Wouldn’t believe this was Dylan if you told me. Not my style.

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