I almost turned the album off after the first two tracks, but told myself, “you only have to listen to the album once and never again…” so I kept listening and I’m very glad I did. It’s beauty hit me despite my reluctance and disinterest.

One of my favorite albums by probably my favorite band. I started listening to this album on the way to Santa Cruz maybe around when it came out. I was in middle school, and my best friend’s older sister put it on as she took us on the 3 hour drive to the boardwalk. It was the only CD we listened to the entire trip, and I’m not complaining. I have such nostalgia surrounding this! We laughed and swore we would learn to play Blue Ridge Mountains. I was told I could do the timpani or whatever instrument that is before, “in the quavering forestttt” chorus... I love this album with all my heart. I haven’t gone a year, month, and probably even week without listening to at least one of the songs off this album.

Very easy listening and I would totally listen to this again. Super fun listening to it while I deliver groceries around my home town. I could see myself falling in love with this album given another couple listens through

I normally try to give albums a second or third listen, but this was terrible.

Likes: I’ll Go Crazy Lost Someone Medley:Please Please Please/You’ve Got the Power/... Night Train Dislikes: Try Me I Don’t Mind

This is good thinking music. It’d be wise to put this on and do school work or something productive. Easy listening and enjoyable! My only thing is that jazz takes me a while to get into, and I listened to this album 2-3 times, and couldn’t really sing any of the melodies to you off the top of my head. Even after just listening. But that’s not the album’s fault, more me and my scatterbrain. I would definitely put this on at a dinner party or sumptin

I liked a few tracks off of this album, and I can understand why people love the Beastie Boys so much, but really not for me. It gets really repetitive, and kind of just sounds like a bunch of shouting. The humor is also kind of lost on me, and the ultimate thing is that I found myself wanting to listen to the songs sampled more than the songs themselves. Likes: To all the girls Shake your rump Hey ladies Looking down the barrel of a gun Car thief

Not the New Order album I wanted or needed sadly. Some of the songs were kind of catchy, but overall I just wanted to listen to the classics off their other albums. The lyrics seemed challenged. I would have liked this album more if it was just instrumental like, Elegia, probably my favorite track. I like the later half of the album more than the beginning. I had heard Love Vigilantes a lot in the past and always thought it was an okay staple. The last song on the album, Face Up, reminded me too much of Temptation, a far better song.

Very easy listening and I would totally listen to this again. Super fun listening to it while I deliver groceries around my home town. I could see myself falling in love with this album given another couple listens through

Such an underrated artist! This album was lots of fun to listen to. I’ll be listening to it again soon

Good album for working out. I’m not sure how often I’d listen to it on my own, but it’s decent. I especially like Omega Amigo!

Some of this album is “ehhhhh” and some is “hell yeah” I have a feeling this album could really grow on me and in later years I might rate it a 5. I’ve heard Pale Blue Eyes many many many times and didn’t get why people loved it so much. It only recently, within the past year or two, has grown on me. I’m thinking the same for the rest of this album.

One of my favorite albums by probably my favorite band. I started listening to this album on the way to Santa Cruz maybe around when it came out. I was in middle school, and my best friend’s older sister put it on as she took us on the 3 hour drive to the boardwalk. It was the only CD we listened to the entire trip, and I’m not complaining. I have such nostalgia surrounding this! We laughed and swore we would learn to play Blue Ridge Mountains. I was told I could do the timpani or whatever instrument that is before, “in the quavering forestttt” chorus... I love this album with all my heart. I haven’t gone a year, month, and probably even week without listening to at least one of the songs off this album.

Always been a favorite. Every time I listen to it I find something new to love.

I might need to listen to this again and my rating might get higher. I enjoyed it.

While I feel that this album was made by talented people, it really did nothing for me. I don’t think I’d go out of my way to put it on. I had moments where I really enjoyed the instrumentals and then the lead singer would pipe in, and I really was not a fan of his voice. This album kind of made me feel like I was listening to the Grateful Dead, like I needed to be zonked out and drunk to enjoy it. With peace and love of course.

I love the Smiths so much, and have a weird fascination toward Morrissey. I love some of his solo work, and this album is just okay to me. Having a decade now between me and my high school years where I was obsessed with everything the Smiths, I now see that Johnny Marr really made that band what it was. That being said, I love Morrissey’s voice and I love him as a lyricist. He never fails to make me laugh. “The World is Full of Crashing Bores” had me laughing pretty hard: “ Lamenting policewomen, policemen Silly women, taxmen, uniformed whores They who wish to hurt you Work within the law This world is full, So full of crashing bores And I must be one 'Cause no one ever turns to me to say ‘Take me in your arms Take me in your arms And love me’” God I love him. But also totally understand why he is such a polarizing person. You are the Quarry was a fun listen, but at times felt like divorced dad rock. I also love the album cover. Likes: Irish Blood, English Heart Come Back to Camden I’m Not Sorry The World is Full of Crashing Bores First of the Gang to Die

Easy to listen to and pretty but bored me stiff and I don’t think I’d listen to it again intentionally.

I normally try to give albums a second or third listen, but this was terrible.

Pretty but overall kind of boring me to sleep. I like utopia and the first track!

This will be a new staple in the house! Loved it

I might like this one more with a few more listens, but such an improvement from the first album!

I love George Michael. I love him so much I’ve become like a Michael Jackson fan you see in a documentary bawling their eyes out over him moonwalking. That’s me, but for George Michael. He has been canonized in my mind, and I don’t care if my interpretation of him is no where near accurate to how he actually was in real life. Okay, now that being said, this album is beautiful, but I wouldn’t necessarily give it a 5. I especially love Cowboys and Angels and Waiting for That Day. There were a few songs I wasn’t in love with, and that’s okay. I see myself listening to a lot of the songs regularly, but maybe not the entire album.

This was the music they used to torture the branch dividians I assume.

This album makes me happy!

Love love love

I want to explore the message further, but overall the music didn’t really do much for me.

I’ve had this album in my car when I was 17 and bought it because I liked the hits, but listening to it in full again I’ve realized how much more there is to love. I really enjoyed A Last Request and Hand to Mouth with this listen. The only track I wasn’t crazy about was I Want Your Sex pt 1. But by far my favorite song from Georgie is Kissing a Fool.

I wasn’t prepared for how much I would love this!

This is the first Metallica album I’ve ever listened to in full. I thought it was okay to interesting to maybe mildly good. I appreciate the music, but I’d have to be in a certain mood to listen to this again. I also am not crazy about the singer’s voice and would almost prefer the entire album to just be instrumental.

Pleasantly surprised. I did enjoy this one, but couldn’t hang for the live recordings

Peaceful

Objectively bad music. Kind of felt like I had Stockholm syndrome when the title track came on. I asked myself, “is this good? Or was everything else before it so bad that I now think this is good?” It wasn’t good. Not sure I needed to listen to this one, but it’s still better than that John Zorn album.

I really was not into this one. I was raised on alternative music and never really understood what people who don’t like alternative music are hearing when they hear it, but now I do. This was not unlistenable but irritating. Track 6-8 were ok. Really couldn’t stand the singer, and the music was boring

I almost turned the album off after the first two tracks, but told myself, “you only have to listen to the album once and never again…” so I kept listening and I’m very glad I did. It’s beauty hit me despite my reluctance and disinterest.

Took a minute to warm up to, but ultimately this album had beauty and charm. Sometimes thrown off by some of its weirdness (vege-tables?). I will have to look into the history of this one more, and might gain more value from this one.

The music itself wasn’t half bad, but I really was not impressed by the vocals. I probably would not listen to this album again. Cheap Honesty was my favorite track. Kind of reminded me of Incubus

I like all the Stephen King references and the album cover is cool. The music is very…methy.

Fun album. I love the two front men a little a lot a lot.

I’m simply too American for this.

This album was weirdly fun, but overall not my favorite. I have heard “What’s Love Got to Do With it” many times before, and always thought it was an okay song. “Show Some Respect” was enjoyable as was “Private Dancer”. For some reason Private Dancer reminded me of Steely Dan, but after doing a little digging I found it is actually originally a Dire Straits song. “I Can’t Stand the Rain” is catchy. Let’s Stay Together was an interesting rendition. I snoozed through the last three songs though if I’m being honest.

I don’t really get it, but I understand why people love Joni Mitchell. She creates pretty music as evidenced with Blue, but I just don’t feel anything from it. I definitely don’t find it unlistenable or bad, but I don’t really want to listen to it again.

This album started out as a 4 and then slipped to a 3. While I enjoyed a few of the songs thoroughly - White Dress, Let Me Love You Like a Woman, Dance Till We Die - the rest of the album was a drag. I have a love-hate relationship with LDR. I was one of the impressionable young girls in 2012 that fell in love with her and her music, only to end up feeling a bit robbed of my innocence due to her normalization of weird/disturbing/inappropriate relationship shit. It’s just music, I know, but tell that to a fifteen year old. Thought some of the stuff she promoted was not only acceptable, but kind of cool. Now as an adult I look back on it and cringe. I’ve avoided listening to her newer stuff because I cringe thinking about things from that time in my life. I can’t possibly be accountable so I’ll have to blame LDR. Just kidding, but listening to her I can’t help but feel like she’s always pandering and never authentic. I don’t know just me probably.

At first it felt like yuppie bbq cookout music, but then the second half was more enjoyable. I liked it more after reading about the background of the album.

Always loved the song Planet Rock so I was really excited to hear the rest of the album. It had some cool songs, and a few that were forgettable. Nothing crazy, but I do see why this album is so influential. I love the tie in to Kraftwerk.

Machines within machines within I gotta gun I gotta gun I gotta terminator gun. Ya feel me? This was aight

If I could sum this album up in one word it would be this — serendipitous. It’s serendipitous that the first time I ever heard “Walk on the Wild Side” was when I was around 12, riding in my older sister’s first car, driving past the house I now live in, some 16 years later. It is serendipitous in fact that I probably wouldn’t have cared for the album at that age, but now it has reached me at an age that I can appreciate it fully. But I still remember that day, and I remember the exact moment of thinking/blurting, “what…is this?” So much beauty in that song that I became sick of myself for not wanting my sister to think I liked something she liked. How could I not love this? It was the first time I’d ever let her in on knowing that I loved what she loved. And that song is still one of my favorite songs. But to listen to the whole album now, and to know why I am doing this project; It is for moments like these. I know I won’t forget cleaning my bathroom listening to this on repeat, laughing every time about the bit he does about the honeybears. This album is funny, clever, light, lively, honest, unaffected, and heartfelt.

This album is great. I am so tempted to give it a 5, but I just haven’t had enough time with it to know for sure. It is at least a 4.5 in my book.

Brandon Flowers’ voice was a constant one when I was in elementary school. I grew up with much older siblings and this was a favorite in the house. Listening to it now I feel a bit of nostalgia and wonder how much that impacts these ratings. I believe the album to be something higher than a 3, but not quite a 4. However, if I were listening to it without my memories involved I think it deserves a solid 3 and no more. While the album is enjoyable, I do think it could be redone in a way that would feel more polished. I still believe that All These Things That I’ve Done is the crown jewel of the album. On Top was one I wasn’t too familiar with, but really liked. Everything Will Be Alright started out great and almost sounded like it could a Cure cover song, but as it went on it felt like filler as it droned on.

This album didn’t do much for me, but I didn’t necessarily think it was bad. I feel like this album is one that people would rave about, but I just wouldn’t really get. I loved Talihina Sky, and I think the album was worth listening to if only to have just discovered that song.

So overplayed, but regardless it’s a gem.

All around great album. 4.5 at the very least.

Very pleasant and enjoying. Not anything moving or deep which tends to move me towards a 4/5 as I believe the emotions music elicits out of a person is the highest attainment for a musician. This was good and sometimes that’s all you can ask for. I’d say 3.5

This album reminds me of that Kate Bush song “Under Ice.” One of my favorite songs. I love the feeling of this album, and probably never would have given it a chance based off the album cover! I love the Knife, but had never heard of Fever Ray and I’m so glad this album was on this list!

Exactly what I thought it was going to be and exactly what I was avoiding. I don’t understand the appeal and it all sounds so corny to me. His voice is so hard for me to get past. The music itself seems like it could be on a commercial. I don’t know not for me I guess

I think if an album is listenable, then it should automatically get two stars. Then, if the album has anything noteworthy, it’s probably at least a 3. Beyond that the album must give something spirited that shoos them into another category. This album is probably a 3.5 for me. It was listenable, and at times even enjoyable, but then I don’t really resonate with a lot of it, and I think that’s necessary for it to be a 4 or above. It was a bit underwhelming especially since I’m still reeling from my love affair with Transformer from a few weeks ago!

This album is kind of blah but in the best way possible. I really liked Essex Dogs. It was worth it just to hear that song

This album has become the incidental music of my mind unintentionally. I kept putting this one on, but kept getting lost in it. The first two tracks I have heard many times throughout the years, as I was introduced to Herbie Hancock through my boyfriend while we were still in high school. My only association with him prior was Rockit and the interesting music video behind it. The first two songs have been a favorite of my man’s and so I recognized them immediately. I had to keep listening to this album though because the other two tracks weren’t sticking in my head quite like the first two. Anyway this is a long-winded way of saying that I have found myself putting this album on over and over again. And I don’t hate it.

This one was alright. Nothing offensive, but nothing that really grabbed me and shook me. I guess it played it safe, and because of that I wouldn’t really seek it out again.

An easy 5? I’m not sure but I really liked life while listening to this album. This one made me remember the gift that exists within beautiful art. (5, but would like many more listens in this lifetime)

3 eh uh huh ok

This was just okay. I didn’t find anything here particularly inspiring. Also wasn’t anything that totally annoyed me. Middle of the road.

I love this album! Everybody does right? I just have heard it so much! And it’s kind of the same problem I had with Purple Rain. I’m just unsure of how to rate it. It’s like I take it for granted and should probably put it at a 5, but also it doesn’t really come to my mind when I think of my favorite albums.

Not anything to hate here, but I just don’t see myself listening to this again.

I am tempted to give this album a 5. It is so fun, and makes me happy. I love that some of the songs sound like jingles. I have only really heard a handful of songs by the Kinks before listening to this album. Waterloo Sunset has always been one of my favorite songs so it was cool to listen to the whole album. I love the light heartedness attitude of this album, it is refreshing. I also the lead singer’s voice. I also like that they aren’t trying to be like anyone else from this time period

I really did not like this album. There were moments that were ok, but every song felt two-three minutes too long. It wasn’t like the songs were dynamic enough to warrant how they just went on and on. Also I’m not sure if I’m supposed to sympathize with Kanye’s inability to see women as human beings, but that’s the vibe I got.

I put this one on so I could read while listening to it as I don’t speak German. Somebody help these brothers out! Dark Mein Kraft music. Second half of the album wasn’t as rough for me

Totally cool. Good walking around music. I dig it

This was like a David Bowie album without the knorr stockpot. It was not for my palette, and maybe that says more about me than it does the album. But I felt a little disappointed with this one. The saxophone was cool, but I don’t see myself listening to this again. Girl Loves Me was objectionably bad. Some of the lyrics on this album were off putting. I don’t know maybe that’s what he was going for.

Reminds me of my papa. I miss him everyday

So so so so good.

Playful. A delight. Especially loved the second half of the album

Fun! Kind of cheesy, but I liked it

Obvious and easy 5. Amazing album. I find something new every time I listen to it

Not bad but not good. I found it fairly forgettable, but I did hear many other bands in this. An influence for things I do care about, and that isn’t nothing!

Got me up the side of a mountain. Felt pumped listening to this. Not my go-to for music, but good in this circumstance

This album made me want to sit around and smoke a bunch of weed. I don’t think I fully appreciate it, but I do love that I can see it as an influence for some of the music in later years that I enjoy. I really love Skip Spence’s voice and how he can go from sounding very sultry, to tired—exhausted and grungy. I definitely am happy to have found Weighted Down through listening to this album.

This album relieved a lot of my anxiety. I went for a drive while super stressed and put this on and it made my whole day better. Love CCR

I love I’m on Fire. Other than that it was alright. I probably wouldn’t listen to it again. Better than I expected, and the last two songs were good. Feels a little pandering at times. He's a hardworking man, got laid off, etc etc

I love David Byrne, but I have to be in the right mood for Talking Heads. Even though they’re great I just don’t find myself wanting to listen to them. I was a little reluctant to put this one on, but it is a great album, and I was happy that it doesn’t have any of the songs that we’ve all heard a million times on it.

Not necessarily bad, but kind of repetitive and droning. Always have loved Just Like Honey-who doesn’t?- but the album had a curious feeling for me. Stressed me out reminding me of past days-embarrassing memories, and feelings of shame. Honest to god made me feel sick to my stomach. Not the album’s fault, but probably won’t listen to again. Also In a Hole was…interesting.

Loved it. Played it on repeat.

This album was what I wanted Psychocandy by the Jesus and Mary Chain to be, but that one sadly disappointed me. This one was enjoyable. I have loved “Havalina” for many years now and it was nice to finally listen to the whole album. I think I would rate this a high 3 or low 4, but I will give it the 4-star rating regardless