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AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Scott 4
Scott Walker
5 2.8 +2.2
The Nightfly
Donald Fagen
5 3.02 +1.98
Dare!
The Human League
5 3.05 +1.95
Murder Ballads
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
5 3.09 +1.91
Welcome To The Pleasuredome
Frankie Goes To Hollywood
5 3.12 +1.88
Junkyard
The Birthday Party
4 2.15 +1.85
Blood, Sweat & Tears
Blood, Sweat & Tears
5 3.17 +1.83
Hysteria
Def Leppard
5 3.2 +1.8
Songs Of Love And Hate
Leonard Cohen
5 3.2 +1.8
Peter Gabriel
Peter Gabriel
5 3.23 +1.77

You Love Less Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
good kid, m.A.A.d city
Kendrick Lamar
1 3.65 -2.65
To Pimp A Butterfly
Kendrick Lamar
1 3.64 -2.64
Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Wu-Tang Clan
1 3.6 -2.6
Straight Outta Compton
N.W.A.
1 3.5 -2.5
Power In Numbers
Jurassic 5
1 3.47 -2.47
The Chronic
Dr. Dre
1 3.3 -2.3
GREY Area
Little Simz
1 3.24 -2.24
The Blueprint
JAY Z
1 3.18 -2.18
Fishscale
Ghostface Killah
1 3.05 -2.05
O.G. Original Gangster
Ice T
1 2.97 -1.97

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Beatles 7 4.71
Led Zeppelin 5 4.8
Pink Floyd 4 4.75
U2 4 4.75
Michael Jackson 3 5
Bruce Springsteen 5 4.4
Leonard Cohen 5 4.4
Prince 3 4.67
Van Halen 2 5
Metallica 4 4.25
The Doors 3 4.33
Peter Gabriel 3 4.33

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ArtistAlbumsAverage
Kendrick Lamar 2 1
Tim Buckley 3 2
Joni Mitchell 4 2.25

5-Star Albums (66)

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Locust Abortion Technician by Butthole Surfers

My first Butthole Surfers experience. It's loud and I liked it. I've always heard of the band but never heard the music. I really loved the first track and how it sounds oh so similar to Sweet Leaf by Black Sabbath...let me see, what was that song called. Oh yeah, Sweet Loaf. I liked this band right from the start! Ok, it took 1+ minutes, because of that slow load into the guitar riff. Ok, some of the songs have lyrics - I guess. I think they are saying something in "The O-Men" but It could just be nonsense... it doesn't matter. Their noise is interesting. Kuntz is a song sung in Thai... where'd that come from! I'm sure they picked the word because it sounds like cunt! Songs like Graveyard, pound hard and make me turn it up a bit more... I turned it up to 11 on a 10 scale :) There are some really interesting sounds in the song "Hay". Calling it a "song" is a stretch. It is more of an experience in sound than a song. Human Cannonball is probably the most "radio-worthy" song. It seemed like a complete song that I would easily expect to hear on College Radio back in 1987. It has lyrics you can understand too! Halfway through U.S.S.A. I smiled. That guitar riff, that nonsense babble just got me. The into of "22 going on 23" is baffling. She sounds more like 82 going on 83... Great guitar riffs throughout this one. Standout tracks: Sweet Loaf Human Cannonball.

Songs Of Love And Hate by Leonard Cohen

5/5. Big Leonard Cohen fan! Always great to see his albums on this list. Best songs: Avalanche, Joan of Arc, Dress Rehearsal Rag, Love Call You By Your Name, Diamond in the Mine,

The Nightfly by Donald Fagen

Five Stars Standouts: IGY, The Nightfly, New Frontier, Maxine, Green Flower Street

Kenya by Machito

This album made me wish I knew how to dance. Really great swinging jazz!

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Lady In Satin by Billie Holiday
May 28 2021

Brilliant. Very nice listen.

Hot Buttered Soul by Isaac Hayes
May 30 2021

A combination of R&B and progressive rock. Walk on By is a journey. Loved it.

Very by Pet Shop Boys
May 31 2021

I like the PSB, but don't know any song but Go West...

Sister by Sonic Youth
Jun 05 2021

Didn't really do it for me

1989 by Taylor Swift
Jun 07 2021
Stardust by Willie Nelson
Jun 08 2021

Nice

The Wildest! by Louis Prima
Jun 09 2021

Some great classics: Giggalo/I ain't got nobody, The Lip,k Jump Jive and Wail, You Rascal You...

Vauxhall And I by Morrissey
Jun 13 2021

Nothing really stood out for me. I listened a few times. I really wanted to like it. I think it needs more time to grow on me. For now, it's just ok. Hold on to your Friends is nice... The More You Ignore me... Is very good.

Scott 4 by Scott Walker
Jun 15 2021

Really great songs. Easy listen.

Kenya by Machito
Jun 17 2021

This album made me wish I knew how to dance. Really great swinging jazz!

Happy Trails by Quicksilver Messenger Service
Jun 18 2021

It's ok. Just fine. Don't know why I had to listen to it though. I'm from the SF Bay Area and never heard of Quicksilver Messenger Service before.

Among The Living by Anthrax
Jun 21 2021

Good for the Genre. I enjoyed it more than expected. I would gladly listen again.

Africa Brasil by Jorge Ben Jor
Jun 22 2021

I liked it much more than expected. Especially the first "side".

The Stranger by Billy Joel
Jun 23 2021

Classic. Love every song. Five out of Five Stars. Favorite songs. Scene's From an Italian Restaurant, Vienna, The Stranger, Everybody Has a Dream and all the hits (Moving Out, Just the Way you are, Only the Good Die Young, She's Always a Woman).

Locust Abortion Technician by Butthole Surfers
Jun 24 2021

My first Butthole Surfers experience. It's loud and I liked it. I've always heard of the band but never heard the music. I really loved the first track and how it sounds oh so similar to Sweet Leaf by Black Sabbath...let me see, what was that song called. Oh yeah, Sweet Loaf. I liked this band right from the start! Ok, it took 1+ minutes, because of that slow load into the guitar riff. Ok, some of the songs have lyrics - I guess. I think they are saying something in "The O-Men" but It could just be nonsense... it doesn't matter. Their noise is interesting. Kuntz is a song sung in Thai... where'd that come from! I'm sure they picked the word because it sounds like cunt! Songs like Graveyard, pound hard and make me turn it up a bit more... I turned it up to 11 on a 10 scale :) There are some really interesting sounds in the song "Hay". Calling it a "song" is a stretch. It is more of an experience in sound than a song. Human Cannonball is probably the most "radio-worthy" song. It seemed like a complete song that I would easily expect to hear on College Radio back in 1987. It has lyrics you can understand too! Halfway through U.S.S.A. I smiled. That guitar riff, that nonsense babble just got me. The into of "22 going on 23" is baffling. She sounds more like 82 going on 83... Great guitar riffs throughout this one. Standout tracks: Sweet Loaf Human Cannonball.

Maverick A Strike by Finley Quaye
Jun 25 2021

Interesting. Not bad. Never heard of this before. I am sure it will just get better each time I hear it. This is a nice refreshingly different sound. Little reggae mixed with some rock.

Jun 26 2021

The title song will forever be stuck in my head, and this is a GOOD thing. It is the absolute best song on the album. All I want in life's a little bit of love To take the pain away Getting strong today A giant step each day The rest of the album is good. I enjoyed it. Standout: Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating in Space.

The United States Of America by The United States Of America
Jun 27 2021

Kind of a mess. But, it's supposed to be, after all, the cost of one admission is your mind. I'm not sure if the price was right though. Standouts: American Metaphysical Circus - It's an interesting mess of a song. I Won't Leave My Wooden Life For You. Full of unnecessary sound effects. Could have been on the Dr. Demento playlist. Stranded in Time. The most Beatle song on the album. Not bad though.

Jun 28 2021

Hard to listen to this for the first time in 2021 because it is SO 1960's. I love the Kinks but didn't know they went back this far.

Jun 29 2021

Barmy is great. I'd add that one to my punk playlist. Mansion and the similar-sounding To Nik Rocachment: Yarbles are nice bookends to start and end the album. The first couple of times I listened I wasn't impressed but, it started to grow on me. It has its moments. Standout: Barmy

The Scream by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Jul 01 2021

4/5 only because I know with time I will like it more and more. Some really good dark rock on here. Standout: Helter Skelter.

Wild Gift by X
Jul 02 2021

Seems good. I need more listens. Solid 3/5.

British Steel by Judas Priest
Jul 03 2021

Classic. Not my fav by them but good.

Hysteria by Def Leppard
Jul 05 2021

Classic.

Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division
Jul 06 2021

Loved this album. I knew one song before listening. Listened many times.

To Pimp A Butterfly by Kendrick Lamar
Jul 10 2021

Zero stars. Total crap. Has no respect for himself or his race. Too many 'nigga's.

Wild Is The Wind by Nina Simone
Jul 11 2021

Big fan of Nina Simone's style. I first heard of her back in the late 1980s. She had a hit song, "My Baby Just Cares for Me" when I was living in Europe. I had no idea it was an "old" song at the time. I never heard of her. Then I realized that I had an LP of her's that I got in a box of LPs I found at a garage sale. The Album was "Baltimore". Not one of her best, but had a couple of very good, likable songs. I started listening more to her, but had never really listened to this album until now. Stand Outs: Four Women Wild is the Wind

Nebraska by Bruce Springsteen
Jul 12 2021

I loved this album back in 1982, and still love it today. I am probably in the minority, but THIS is my favorite Springsteen album.

Songs Of Love And Hate by Leonard Cohen
Jul 13 2021

5/5. Big Leonard Cohen fan! Always great to see his albums on this list. Best songs: Avalanche, Joan of Arc, Dress Rehearsal Rag, Love Call You By Your Name, Diamond in the Mine,

Little Earthquakes by Tori Amos
Jul 14 2021

I loved this album when it first came out. Today, it has lost a little, but still holds up. Silent All These Years is still such a great song.

Calenture by The Triffids
Jul 16 2021

maybe a good album, but my first and second listen didn't do anything for me.

Paul Simon by Paul Simon
Jul 19 2021

Very good to great.

Jul 20 2021

FIVE STARS. Standouts: Stan, The Way I Am, Kill You, The Real Slim Shady, Kim.

Off The Wall by Michael Jackson
Jul 21 2021

in 1979, this was THE album. in 1980 it was STILL 'THE' Album. Everyone thought he would never top it. Well, he did. But, this is still a classic. Solid FIVE stars.

The Nightfly by Donald Fagen
Jul 22 2021

Five Stars Standouts: IGY, The Nightfly, New Frontier, Maxine, Green Flower Street

The Pleasure Principle by Gary Numan
Jul 25 2021

4/5. Heard this one quite a few times. Gets better each time.

Cafe Bleu by The Style Council
Jul 26 2021

Good album. Interesting. Best songs: Paris Match, A Gospel, My Ever Changing World, You're the Best Thing.

The Specials by The Specials
Jul 27 2021

The Ska style is ok for me. I know some are big fans. This is my first time hearing the band or the album. I think the album cover is cool. I listened a couple of times today. The sound just didn't grow on me today. But, I think with more listens it will just get better. For now I'll give it a low 3/5.

Metallica by Metallica
Jul 28 2021

5/5. Perfect for the genre. Love it.

Boy In Da Corner by Dizzee Rascal
Jul 30 2021

One great track, Fix Up, Look Sharp - It's great because of the Billy Squire samples. Couple other pretty good songs. The rest is ok. 2.5/5.

White Blood Cells by The White Stripes
Jul 31 2021

Really great to hear this one again. Classic.

Aftermath by The Rolling Stones
Aug 02 2021

UK or US release? If the two were combined in to one album including all the songs it would be a strong 4 or higher. Because the UK version is without "Paint it Black" and the US version is missing a few from the UK version, including "Mother's Little Helper". These are the two standout songs to me. Losing one on each version is killer. The rest of the albums contain many well-known Stones classics. But, because of all the different versions I'm giving it a strong 3/5. It would be a 4/5 with all songs included. I HATE when record companies do this!

Aug 04 2021

4/5. Surprised that I enjoyed this as much as I did. Standouts: Sweet Dreams, Love is a Stranger, Jennifer, This is the House, Somebody Told Me. I also enjoyed some of the bonus tracks.

Blood On The Tracks by Bob Dylan
Aug 06 2021

Not a Bob Dylan fan, but this is good. 4/5 Standouts: Tangled Up in Blue, Shelter From the Storm, Simple Twist of Fate,

Rumours by Fleetwood Mac
Aug 07 2021

5/5. A perfect album. Every song is classic.

Sex Packets by Digital Underground
Aug 08 2021

Remember it

Rattlesnakes by Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
Aug 12 2021

Not too bad. Never heard of them before. I heard a bit of The The in them and Chris Rea,... it definitely grew on me quite a bit today. Strong 2/5 (good for 1st listen).

The Cars by The Cars
Aug 13 2021

5/5. This is the kind of album you expect to find on a list like this. Every song is great.

Phrenology by The Roots
Aug 14 2021

Second Listen. The first time this album came up for me, I wasn't impressed. None of the songs grabbed me at all. This time, I feel completely different. I thought the sounds, raps, everything was very interesting. I was probably turned off by the language used. This time I tried to focus more on the groves. Enjoyed it much more this time around. 3/5. (2/5 first time) Phrenology: the detailed study of the shape and size of the cranium as a supposed indication of character and mental abilities.

Duck Rock by Malcolm McLaren
Aug 15 2021

I had heard of one song. Not a bad album. 2/5.

Let's Get Killed by David Holmes
Aug 16 2021

1/5. Nothing but background music with some annoying "piece of shit motherfucker" talk.... Not one notable song. How does this make the list?

Rocks by Aerosmith
Aug 17 2021

A couple of classics, the rest are fairly new to me. Old Aerosmith is always the best. 3/5 for now. I am sure this will be 4/5 when I get to know it better.

Shadowland by k.d. lang
Aug 19 2021

Not my kind of music. Little too much twang for my liking. But, sounds really nice. Maybe I can get used to it. 2/5 first listen.

Cheap Thrills by Big Brother & The Holding Company
Aug 20 2021

2nd listen. Still good.

The College Dropout by Kanye West
Aug 21 2021

Very good. First listen. I knew a couple of the songs. He has a great style. Interesting. Even with the language I still enjoyed it.

Happy Sad by Tim Buckley
Aug 23 2021

First listen. 2/5

Zombie by Fela Kuti
Aug 24 2021

First listen 2/5

Teenage Head by Flamin' Groovies
Aug 25 2021

First listen ok

Lazer Guided Melodies by Spiritualized
Aug 28 2021

This band is the reason I wanted to listen to this 1001 albums list. Never heard of them before now I am a fan. Love the sound. 4/5

Dog Man Star by Suede
Aug 29 2021

Interesting. Curious to hear more

Bone Machine by Tom Waits
Aug 30 2021

First Listen. I have heard of Tom Waits before and may have heard a song or two of his, but basically, I am new to his sound. It is interesting. I think I like it. It is hard to listen to. Back in the 80's there was a song by Robbie Roberton called, "Somewhere down the crazy River" that I love. I think Robbie was channeling Tom Waits sound in that song. Because of that, It gives me great hope that I will come to love Tom Waits over time. That being said, as a first listen to this one, I'm giving it a 2/5. I am sure this will go up after I am more familiar with it.

Protection by Massive Attack
Aug 31 2021

Nice relaxing sounds. Good background music. My wife kept saying she liked it.

Brown Sugar by D'Angelo
Sep 02 2021

First listen. Ok for me.

Smokers Delight by Nightmares On Wax
Sep 03 2021

2/5. Background music only

Sep 07 2021

Great. 4/5. Second listen. Next time it might be 5/5.

The Sensual World by Kate Bush
Sep 08 2021

First Listen. Couple classics. nice album.

The Sounds Of India by Ravi Shankar
Sep 09 2021

First listen. Nice Indian music with commentary.

Tigermilk by Belle & Sebastian
Sep 10 2021

First listen. Nice. I like the sounds. Would like to hear more of it.

Cross by Justice
Sep 11 2021

First Listen. First few times I heard this, I didn't like it at all, now it is growing on me. Enjoyable. 2/5.

Colour By Numbers by Culture Club
Sep 12 2021

Classic POP. Excellent. 4/5. Standouts: Victims. That's the Way. Karma Chameleon. Church of the Poison Mind, Miss Me Blind. It's A Miracle...

Gris Gris by Dr. John
Sep 13 2021

First Listen. 2/5. Different. I'd like to hear more, but not sure about it now.

Run-D.M.C. by Run-D.M.C.
Sep 14 2021

First Listen. I know and loved RUN-D.M.C. more for their next couple albums. This album has an undeniable style of RUN-D.M.C., just hearing it takes me back to 1984. 3/5.

Heavy Weather by Weather Report
Sep 15 2021

First listen. The first song is really great. Sounds so familiar. The rest of the album is good. 2/5

Snivilisation by Orbital
Sep 16 2021

First Listen. Pretty much good background music. Don't know if this one will grow on me with more listens. 2/5 for now.

Fear Of A Black Planet by Public Enemy
Sep 17 2021

Couple of classic songs. I think it's the first time I've heard the whole album. Public Enemy was definitely unique in this time frame. 2/5.

Beggars Banquet by The Rolling Stones
Sep 18 2021

Some classic songs. 3/5

Catch A Fire by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Sep 19 2021

First Listen. Bob Marley is always good. 3/5

Yeezus by Kanye West
Sep 20 2021

2nd listen stn. Getting better

The La's by The La's
Sep 21 2021

First listen. There she goes is the song I know the La's for is a classic. I've heard it on the radio as well from several movies. The rest of the album was new to me. 2/5

Out of Step by Minor Threat
Sep 23 2021

First Listen. Never heard of these guys before. Good punk rock. I enjoyed it. Like to hear more. 2/5

The Idiot by Iggy Pop
Sep 24 2021

First Listen. Standouts: Nightclubbing, China Girl

Technique by New Order
Sep 25 2021

First Listen. This band has some great songs but I have never heard any of these songs before. I like their sound and look forward to getting to know this one better. Standouts: Round & Round, Run. 2/5

Haunted Dancehall by The Sabres Of Paradise
Sep 26 2021

First Listen. Really hard to like. There is not much here. A lot of sounds and drums don't make a great album. I'll give it a chance..but I think 2/5 is the best this will ever get.

Halcyon Digest by Deerhunter
Sep 30 2021

2nd Listen. Great sounds. Love at least half of the songs.

Either Or by Elliott Smith
Oct 01 2021

First Listen. Smooth great sound. Love to hear this one again and again. 2/5 for now. I know this one will only go up.

Groovin' by The Young Rascals
Oct 02 2021

Second Listen. 3/5

The Bends by Radiohead
Oct 03 2021

Second Listen. Really loving this album. I want to give it a 5/5 but I'll stick with 4/5 for now.

2112 by Rush
Oct 05 2021

Heard this so many times, but still becoming familiar with it. 3/5. Very close to being a 4/5.

Mott by Mott The Hoople
Oct 06 2021

2/5.

Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye
Oct 08 2021

Marvin Gaye is great. I know the song, the album is still new to me. This is my second listen and it is still a good 3/5 for me for now.

Moss Side Story by Barry Adamson
Oct 10 2021

2/5 It's ok. Background music at best. Why?

Oct 11 2021

5/5. One of the best albums ever. From its iconic album cover to the Amazing songs. One of the only perfect albums on this list. Standouts: A Day in a Life, She's Leaving Home, Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds, When I'm Sixty-Four, Lovely Rita, followed by other rest of the songs...

Oct 13 2021

First listen. Smooth jazz and funk, R&B. Very nice. Love to hear more of this. 2/5 for now.

Scum by Napalm Death
Oct 14 2021

The song "Scum" is the best thing on the album. The rest is difficult to enjoy. The music is good, the singing/screaming/barking is bad. I give it 2/5 for the music, 0/5 for the screaming. 2/5

Make Yourself by Incubus
Oct 15 2021

First Listen. I know one song "Drive". Need to hear more of this one.

Actually by Pet Shop Boys
Oct 16 2021

Great album, lots of good memories

Let England Shake by PJ Harvey
Oct 17 2021

First Listen. Interesting. Different than her other albums - in a good way. I like it. Can't wait to hear more of it. 2/5 for now.

Screamadelica by Primal Scream
Oct 18 2021

Second Listen. Gave it 1/5 first time. The one song I liked was "Damaged". A couple of the songs are really annoying (Don't Fight It, Feel It), but there are a couple of good songs: Damaged. Loaded. Movin' On Up. Shine Like Stars. I definitely enjoyed it more this time, but still just 2/5 2/5

Fred Neil by Fred Neil
Oct 20 2021

Second listen. Still enjoying it. 3/5

Be by Common
Oct 21 2021

Second Listen. Gave it a 1/5 the first time. Not as bad this time

90 by 808 State
Oct 22 2021

Not bad. First listen. Not really my choice of music, but it is enjoyable. 2/5

Pretenders by Pretenders
Oct 23 2021

Classic. 4/5

The Message by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
Oct 24 2021

Second listen - in a week. Ok. Enjoyed it the first time, this time it was great too. Still only a 3/5 for me though. Some really great songs are left for the bonus tracks.

Crosby, Stills & Nash by Crosby, Stills & Nash
Oct 25 2021

First listen. I know a couple of the popular songs. The rest are new to me. CSN are great, but their sound is pretty dated now. Listening to that harmonizing on each song get's a little tired. Still an enjoyable album. 2/5

Wild Wood by Paul Weller
Oct 26 2021

First listen. Seems like a good album, but nothing special for me. 2/5.

Infected by The The
Oct 27 2021

Heard this album a couple times. Not really famiiar with it at all though. I love MIND BOMB and I wanted more like it, but this was different. For me, I like it. Love the singers voice. Can't wait to hear more of it. 2/5

Franz Ferdinand by Franz Ferdinand
Oct 28 2021

First Listen. Never heard his music before. Seems good. Need to hear more. 2/5

Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield
Nov 02 2021

Good background music

GREY Area by Little Simz
Nov 03 2021

First listen. Never heard of him before. Not for me.

Bossanova by Pixies
Nov 04 2021

First listen. Need to hear this again. 2/5 for now.

evermore by Taylor Swift
Nov 05 2021

I don't think such new albums should be on these lists. That being said, this was a very enjoyable album and I'd like to hear more of it. 2/5.

Hot Rats by Frank Zappa
Nov 06 2021

2nd Listen. Not my favorite Zappa record. It seems good though. It is starting to grow on me.

Marcus Garvey by Burning Spear
Nov 07 2021

It is a nice reggae album. Never heard of them before. Worth another listen. 2/5

Made In Japan by Deep Purple
Nov 08 2021

Live Deep Purple. It's good.

The Score by Fugees
Nov 09 2021

2nd listen. It's ok.

Cut by The Slits
Nov 10 2021

First Listen

Ramones by Ramones
Nov 11 2021

Second Listen. Great, classic songs. Classics: Blitzkrieg Bop, Beat on the Brat. Others: I Wanna Be Your Boyfriend, 53rd and 3rd. Let's Dance, I Don't Wanna Walk Around. 4/5

Raw Like Sushi by Neneh Cherry
Nov 12 2021

I give this a 4/5 for being such a nostalgic album. Such a great time in my life when I lived in the Netherlands and this was the hottest album at the time. I listened to it many times back then and loved it. Now, it has been many years since I've heard it. It isn't quite as good as I remember, but I loved hearing it again. 3/5 overall.

Nick Of Time by Bonnie Raitt
Nov 14 2021

Solid. Great album. Haven't heard it in years.

Bongo Rock by Incredible Bongo Band
Nov 15 2021

First listen. The songs are good, just not too sure if this is a must-listen-to album. I enjoyed it though. Standouts: In-a-Gadda-Da-Vita, Apache, Let There Be Drums I give it a strong: 2/5

The Man Machine by Kraftwerk
Nov 16 2021

First Listen. I'm sure this was better in 1978. It isn't too bad today too. Enjoyable. Standouts: The Model 2/5 for now.

Darklands by The Jesus And Mary Chain
Nov 17 2021

First Listen. LOVE their sound. Every song sounds great. Can't wait to get to know this one better. 2/5 for now, but I can tell this will be higher, next time I listen to it.

Chelsea Girl by Nico
Nov 18 2021

First Listen. At first, I didn't like it much. But, as the day went on I started enjoying it more and more. This is definitely different than what I was expecting. I like her when she sang with the Velvet Underground - and that was what I was expecting. This album definitely sound like the 1967, flower-power, peace-and-love scene, and I thought she would have more of that Berlin rock sound. After getting used to the sound, I started liking it more and found myself singing along a couple of times. I'll give it a strong 2/5 for now. It might be a 3/5 next time I hear it.

Figure 8 by Elliott Smith
Nov 19 2021

2nd listen. Not getting it. Every song kind of sounds the same. They aren't bad, but they are forgettable. 2/5

Os Mutantes by Os Mutantes
Nov 22 2021

First Listen. Interesting and different. 2/5

Crime Of The Century by Supertramp
Nov 23 2021

First listen. Very easy to listen to. I know a few of the songs very well. The others are mostly great. 3/5

Doolittle by Pixies
Nov 24 2021

First listen. Very nice. Like to hear more of it. 2/5

Violator by Depeche Mode
Nov 25 2021

Very classic Depeche Mode. A very modern and polished sound, the quality of the production is excellent. I know many of the songs very well, and a few I know I've heard before but seemed new to me. Overall, I definitely enjoyed revisiting this one. 3/5

Highway to Hell by AC/DC
Nov 26 2021

I've known this album since it came out. Classic. Not their best, but so good. 4/5.

Abattoir Blues / The Lyre of Orpheus by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Nov 27 2021

Second Listen. Very good album. Their sound is growing on me. Standouts: Hiding All Away. Messiah Ward, Abattoir Blues, Let the Bells Ring, The Lyre of Orpheus,

Punishing Kiss by Ute Lemper
Nov 28 2021

First listen. Kinda Showtunesy... hard to like, hard to dislike. 2/5

Nov 30 2021

Second listen. I heard this first from the Rolling Stone top 500 list. First time, I thought it was ok, but this time the songs are really sticking with me. I am enjoying the sounds and lyrics. Definitely fits the time with other acts like David Bowie. 3/5.

Dec 02 2021

2nd Listen. More interesting sounds from Brian Eno. This time paired with David Byrne. 3/5

Dec 03 2021

2nd listen. I like Simple Minds, but this isn't in the same league as some of their other work. 2/5. Maybe it will grow on me in time.

Graceland by Paul Simon
Dec 04 2021

Amazing album. 5/5. I just had Ladysmith Black Mambazo come up in my list a couple of days ago and immediately thought, I wanted to hear this album - and here it is.

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

First Listen. I don't know any of the songs. It is a really old style of country music. For me, it was hard to get into in 2021 for the first listen. 2/5

Bitches Brew by Miles Davis
Dec 07 2021

First time hearing this one. This is a hard listen. I think it will take more time hearing it to really get into it. It doesn't seem to have the same rhythm and style that I'm used to with Jazz. 2/5 for now

Dec 08 2021

Second Listen. I am a fan of Genesis, but this has been an album I hadn't heard much of until this list. I knew a few of the songs before listening. This is one of those albums that will take a while to really get into. A very strong 3/5 for now.

Life Thru A Lens by Robbie Williams
Dec 09 2021

First Listen (in a long time). I love the song Angels. A couple of the songs I remember from long ago but barely. I loved some of the later Robbie Williams albums, I don't know why I never got into this one. I need to hear it more to judge it properly. 2/5 for now.

1999 by Prince
Dec 11 2021

Classic. not as good as Purple Rain, but pretty damn good.

Slipknot by Slipknot
Dec 12 2021

Loud. That can be good sometimes, but not always. 2/5

Fuzzy by Grant Lee Buffalo
Dec 13 2021

I listened all day and can't remember a song... 2/5

Dec 14 2021

Very good Soul album from long ago. I forgot how good his version of Satisfaction was. I've Been Lovin You too Long is one of his greatest! 3/5.

Elvis Presley by Elvis Presley
Dec 15 2021

A really good album. 4/5. Stand out: Blue Moon, Tryin' to Get to you, Blue Suede Shoes.

John Prine by John Prine
Dec 16 2021

First listen. never heard of him before. Not too bad :) 2/5

Vento De Maio by Elis Regina
Dec 17 2021

Nice, I would need to hear more of it to appreciate it, I think. 2/5

Teenager Of The Year by Frank Black
Dec 19 2021

Better than expected. Couple of good songs. 2/5. I look forward to hearing it again.

Repeater by Fugazi
Dec 20 2021

Ok for what it is.

American Pie by Don McLean
Dec 21 2021

American Pie, the song, is classic and Vincent (Stary Stary Night) is one of my favorites by Don McLean. Until this list came out, I never heard the whole album before. It has become one of my favorites. This is the third time it has come up for me. Standouts: American Pie, Vincent. Till Tomorrow, Crossroads, Winterwood, Empty Chairs, The Grave 4/5

Felt Mountain by Goldfrapp
Dec 22 2021

Never heard of them. I was expecting a heavy metal album based on name and album cover. uh, yeah, just the opposite. I really liked it. This is something I would love to hear more and more of. This is really nice!

Tidal by Fiona Apple
Dec 23 2021

Nice

Ágætis Byrjun by Sigur Rós
Dec 25 2021

First Listen. Really interesting sound. Falling in love with this band. This is the reason I started listening to the albums on this list - to find amazing bands like this. Standout: Svefn-g-englar.

White Ladder by David Gray
Dec 28 2021

Easy to listen to. Enjoyable. 3/5

The Blueprint by JAY Z
Dec 29 2021

1/5. Nigga fuck bitch…. The music is good, too bad it is spoiled with his language.

My Generation by The Who
Dec 30 2021

Better than expected. 3/5. I prefer the later Who albums, but this one is pretty good too.

Low by David Bowie
Dec 31 2021

Never heard this one before. Great Stuff.

Chirping Crickets by Buddy Holly & The Crickets
Jan 02 2022

Some great songs, but overall the album is dated. Standouts: Oh Boy, That'll Be The Day. 2/5

OK Computer by Radiohead
Jan 03 2022

Gets better every time I hear it. I still need more time with this one. 3/5.

Yank Crime by Drive Like Jehu
Jan 06 2022

Forgettable

Rust Never Sleeps by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Jan 07 2022

Two great songs, others are quite good. 3/5

Tommy by The Who
Jan 08 2022

Pretty great album. Never really listened to the whole thing before. 3/5

Morrison Hotel by The Doors
Jan 10 2022

Excellent album. Standouts: Roadhouse Blues, Waiting for the sun, Blue Sunday, Land Ho!, Peace Frog, Indian Summer.

B-52's by The B-52's
Jan 12 2022

Love it!

Coat Of Many Colors by Dolly Parton
Jan 14 2022

Good album. 2nd Listen for me. Some of the songs are starting to grow on me.

Exodus by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Jan 17 2022

Half of the songs on this album are true classics! The rest are just damn good! 4/5

Melody A.M. by Röyksopp
Jan 21 2022

Fairly uninteresting background music. Some songs seem ok, but most are forgettable. 2/5

Come Find Yourself by Fun Lovin' Criminals
Jan 24 2022

1st Listen. There are a couple of songs that made me listen more closely. Interested to hear more of it. But, still not sure it belongs on this list.

Entertainment by Gang Of Four
Jan 27 2022

1st listen. Need to hear more of it. 2/5 for now.

Jan 28 2022

Pretty great! 2nd listen. Standouts: Frightened, Rebellious Jukebox, more…

Time Out Of Mind by Bob Dylan
Jan 29 2022

I am NOT a Boy Dylan fan but this is a great album!

Blue Lines by Massive Attack
Jan 30 2022

It’s allright

E.V.O.L. by Sonic Youth
Jan 31 2022

2nd listen. I don't get the reason for so many Sonic Youth albums on this list. For me, this one is just ok. 2/5

Disintegration by The Cure
Feb 01 2022

His arms are all around me and his tongue in my eye! Classic. 4/5

Led Zeppelin by Led Zeppelin
Feb 03 2022

5/5. One of the easiest 5/5 scores I've given. Every song is classic.

American Beauty by Grateful Dead
Feb 05 2022

I'm not a deadhead, but this is a nice-sounding album. 3/5. Standouts: Truckin' Other: Box of Rain, Friend of the Devil, Ripple,

The Infotainment Scan by The Fall
Feb 06 2022

First Listen. I really enjoyed the Fall's, "Live at the Witch Trials" album so I was looking forward to this one. It didn't really grab my attention on this listen. 2/5

Midnight Ride by Paul Revere & The Raiders
Feb 07 2022

First listen. I really like Melody for an Unknown Girl. Other than that, pretty forgettable. 2/5

Cypress Hill by Cypress Hill
Feb 08 2022

2nd listen. First time I gave this a 2/5. I think the album starts really strong and tapers off a bit at the end. Maybe I just get tired of the style too quickly. Still, I like it much more this time around. 3/5. Next time, maybe it will be a 4/5. :)

Fulfillingness' First Finale by Stevie Wonder
Feb 09 2022

Really good. 3/5 Standouts: They Won't Go When I Go, Boogie On Ragaee Woman, You Haven't Done Nothin'. Others: Too Shy to Say, Creepin', It's No Use, Please Don't Go

Dry by PJ Harvey
Feb 11 2022

First Listen. Like to hear this again. 2/5

Dusty In Memphis by Dusty Springfield
Feb 12 2022

3rd listen. Really good album. For me it has improved each time I have heard it. It has gone from 2 to 3 stars and now I'm leaning towards 4/5 stars. At least half of the songs really shine. Standouts: Son of a Preacher Man, Breakfast in Bed, The Windmills of Your Mind, No Easy Way Down. 4/5

Oxygène by Jean-Michel Jarre
Feb 14 2022

3/5. Classic early electronica.

461 Ocean Boulevard by Eric Clapton
Feb 15 2022

2nd Listen. Still the same. Clapton is pretty great, but the album is just ok for me. 3/5 still. Songs like Give Me Strength and Let it Grow make this album great, but I Shot the Sheriff brings it down a notch. Standouts: Give Me Strength, Let it Grow Others: Motherless Children, Get Ready, I Can't Hold Out, Please Be With Me Overplayed and Tired: I Shot the Sheriff. 3/5

Horses by Patti Smith
Feb 16 2022

Eh 2/5

Tusk by Fleetwood Mac
Feb 18 2022

3rd listen. A great album that just goes on too long. 4/5 Standouts: Tusk and most of sides 1 and 2.

Smile by Brian Wilson
Feb 19 2022

Really starting to grow on me. Interesting album with interesting sounds. 3/5

The Chronic by Dr. Dre
Feb 21 2022

Can't get past all the language to enjoy the music. 1/5

Juju by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Feb 22 2022

While I enjoy the music of Siouxsie And The Banshees, I can't consider myself a fan of theirs. I know (and love) some of their more popular songs (the ones you hear played on Alt Rock stations. I thought that when I listened to this album - which is considered by many as their best - I would recognize at least one song. That didn't happen. I can definitely see how this album would be a favorite of fans. It's different. The only song that stood out to me on this first listen is Voodoo Dolly. I am sure I will grow to love the album as I listen to it more often - which I plan to do. But, for now, I have to give it a 3/5. Hope that that love the album don't scream when they see that. It does take me a while to get attached to something new. 3/5

Closer by Joy Division
Feb 23 2022

I've only been listening to Joy Division over the past year or so when I started hearing a couple of their songs on the Alt Rock channel I listen to. They have a very unique sound. I think the song that stands out on this album is "The Eternal". "Both beautiful and deeply moving, it depicts his struggle to communicate with remarkable empathy" -Alexis Petridis. My next favorite is "Decades". 3/5

Feb 24 2022

3/5 Take me to the River is classic. Didn't know the rest. It's typical good, talking Heads. Not really anything standout-ish on it though. Maybe next time around.

The Slider by T. Rex
Feb 25 2022

Pretty great. 4/5

First Band On The Moon by The Cardigans
Feb 26 2022

I know Lovefool, the rest were new. Maybe too soon to judge. There were a few songs I liked but others I would never want to hear again. Songs I enjoyed the most: Heartbreaker, Lovefool, Great Divide, Choke Iron man. Ok, that was interesting. Good? I don't know if I'd go that far. Definitely different than the original! 2/5

Phaedra by Tangerine Dream
Feb 27 2022

It's nice. Hard to listen to now as a first timer...

Odelay by Beck
Mar 01 2022

Pretty great.

Exit Planet Dust by The Chemical Brothers
Mar 02 2022

I like it enough. Nothing fantastic, but enjoyable.

Winter In America by Gil Scott-Heron
Mar 03 2022

What a great way to start an album - great sounds. Peace Go With You Brother! Enjoyable experience. 3/5

Moby Grape by Moby Grape
Mar 04 2022

Never heard of these guys. Seems kind of like the Grateful Dead. Ok for me. 2/5

It's A Shame About Ray by The Lemonheads
Mar 05 2022

First time listening to this one. I have heard of the Lemonheads, but I don't think I can name one song. None of the songs on this one are familiar to me. I think it has potential and there are a few songs that really stand out to me. The first was My Drug Buddy. The title track, It's a Shame About Ray is the next best song followed by the cover of Mrs. Robinson. Others: Bit Part, Hannah & Gabi, and Frank Mills. 2.5/5

Shaft by Isaac Hayes
Mar 06 2022

How many babies were made while this album was turning on the turntable in the early 70's? Great R&B / progressive soul album. Every song is smooth and cool. The Theme from Shaft is an absolute classic but the rest are great as well. Stand Out: Theme from Shaft. 4/5

A Love Supreme by John Coltrane
Mar 07 2022

it's Jazz, It's good. I keep hearing that mantra running through my head... A Love Supreme, A Love Supreme, A Love Supreme... I'm going to ever understand Jazz or what makes this album good compared to other Jazz albums. I do know that I enjoyed this one and I am glad stuff like this is on the list. Maybe someday I will understand Jazz more. 3/5

Innervisions by Stevie Wonder
Mar 08 2022

Very good. Some real classics. 3/5.

Something/Anything? by Todd Rundgren
Mar 10 2022

It's kind of a bizarre album. Some good songs here and there. 3/5 Standouts: Hello, It's Me, I Saw The Light, Others: It Wouldn't Have Made Any Difference,

Mar 12 2022

Total crap. I couldn't even make it through the entire album. I like rap, hip hop and all that, but I can do without all the "niggas" and other disgraceful language. Ignorant music for ignorant people. 0/5 but I have to give it 1/5.

Underwater Moonlight by The Soft Boys
Mar 14 2022

Listened to it a few times and haven't made a decision on this one yet. 2/5 for now.

3 + 3 by The Isley Brothers
Mar 16 2022

It's fine. 2/5

Now I Got Worry by The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
Mar 17 2022

Odd. No opinion yet. 2/5 for now.

Shake Your Money Maker by The Black Crowes
Mar 18 2022

Classic. Really Good. 3/5. A few more listens and this could easily be a 4/5. So many good tunes! I just kind of get tired of that voice for a whole album.

Too many Dylan albums on this list. Do we really need to listen to all the same songs again, but sung live. NO. I'm not a Dylan fan. I do like his songs but I get Dylan-burn out really quick. No interest in listening to this one again. If you are a fan, then this would be a great listen. 2/5.

The Stone Roses by The Stone Roses
Mar 21 2022

3/5. I head this album many times, and the songs just aren't standing out or sticking with me. I want to love it. It's just good.

Master Of Puppets by Metallica
Mar 22 2022

4/5. Best when played loud! Metallica is one of the few metal bands that I like. These guys are awesome - glad I got a chance to see them in concert. This album is "before my time" and I only listened to it after some of their more mainstream albums came out. Master of Puppets, is definitely in the same realm as those others are. Standouts: Master of Puppets. The rest are really good too!

Another Green World by Brian Eno
Mar 24 2022

The more I hear this album, the more I love it. A year ago I never even heard of Brian Eno. Now, after hearing this and a couple others from this list. I think I’m becoming a fan. 4/5.

Green Onions by Booker T. & The MG's
Mar 26 2022

Pretty good. They just do too many cover songs.

Club Classics Vol. One by Soul II Soul
Mar 27 2022

was great when it was released. I remember it well. Over time, I've lost interest in most of the songs... but there are a few classics. 3/5

Low-Life by New Order
Mar 29 2022

Really Good. 4/5

Odessey And Oracle by The Zombies
Mar 30 2022

Time of the Season is a classic - one of the best songs of the 1960s. The rest of the album is new to me. I listened several times today and think it is good and I can see how it can be on this list. 3/5

Illmatic by Nas
Apr 01 2022

The genre isn't one of my favorites, but this one - I do like. I can do without some of the language, but compared to other similar music, this one is pretty tame... I do like the song "Life's a Bitch" and then you die - that's why we get high... I think it might just be my new anthem. :) 3/5

Connected by Stereo MC's
Apr 03 2022

I know the title track and it's really good. The rest of the songs are new to me. I enjoyed the music and style. I really need to hear more of it to rate it properly. 3/5.

Brothers In Arms by Dire Straits
Apr 04 2022

It is a perfect album from start to finish. 5/5.

Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin
Apr 05 2022

It is really great, there are just a couple of songs I don't know very well yet.... 4/5.

Tragic Songs of Life by The Louvin Brothers
Apr 08 2022

This is a difficult one to enjoy today. Their name sounds familiar but I really don't know their music. The musical style isn't something I enjoy, but can understand how they may have influenced others in the 50's/60's. This is one of those albums, that I'll listen to once, then move on. Standouts: ? They all seem about the same. 2/5

The Gershwin Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald
Apr 10 2022

Undoubtedly a good piece of work. It is very long and extensive. It is hard to listen to so many songs all at once. 3/5.

Kind Of Blue by Miles Davis
Apr 11 2022

So what is classic. The rest is cool. 3/5

System Of A Down by System Of A Down
Apr 12 2022

They have such a great, unique sound. Best when played loud! Great for the genre, but not something I listen to very often. When you are in the mood - this is a great one to listen to. 3/5

Moving Pictures by Rush
Apr 13 2022

Tom Sawyer: The best opening song on an album - ever! What a way to start. Side 1 of the album is classic and I know it well and love it. Side 2, isn't nearly as "popular" as side 1, but it is still a great listen. Every time I fly through the Toronto Airport (YYZ) I think of this album and that classic instrumental. Standouts: Tom Sawyer, Limelight, Red Barchetta, YYZ, Vital Signs 4.5/5

Moon Safari by Air
Apr 14 2022

More than just background music. I enjoy this album more and more the more I hear it. I think it is very strong for its genre. 3.5/5

Group Sex by Circle Jerks
Apr 15 2022

For those that aren't into punk...it's a short album :) For me, I think it is pretty decent. Nothing that I am interested in listening to often, but when the mood is right, this will do the trick. A lot of the songs, kinda sound the same, but they really aren't... but they seem to be.... 2.5 / 5

The Last Of The True Believers by Nanci Griffith
Apr 17 2022

First time hear the album. Heard the name before. Of course, I knew Goin' Gone before hearing the rest of the album, but that was it. The album is good. Not a lot really stood out as amazing, but on the whole, it was a good listen and enjoyable. Other songs: The Last of the True Believers. Love at the Five and Dime. I think with more listens this album will get stronger. 2.5/5

Heartbreaker by Ryan Adams
Apr 18 2022

Need to hear it again. 2.5/5

Loveless by My Bloody Valentine
Apr 19 2022

2.5, first listen

Roxy Music by Roxy Music
Apr 20 2022

It’s interesting. 2.5/5

Coles Corner by Richard Hawley
Apr 23 2022

Nice music. Not at all what I was expecting. 2.5/5

Bad by Michael Jackson
Apr 24 2022

Just about every song on the album was a hit...so, it is a very familiar album. I actually got to go see him in Rotterdam when this album was out. I think Dirty Diana was popular at the time of the concert. It was an amazing concert am I am really glad that I got to see him. Best songs: Bad, Dirty Diana, Smooth Criminal, Man in the Mirror, The Way you Make Me Feel, Another Part of Me, I Just Can't Stop Lovin' You, Leave Me Alone, Liberian Girl, Speed Demon. Then there is: Just Good Friends... When I heard it today, I totally don't remember ever hearing it before. And I've heard this album so many times over the years. 4.9/5

Hard Again by Muddy Waters
Apr 25 2022

Manish Boy is one of the greatest songs ever! The rest of the album is enjoyable as well. 3/5

The Band by The Band
Apr 26 2022

Really good. 3/5

Sincere by Mj Cole
Apr 27 2022

Not for me really. Some of the songs are ok at best.

New Boots And Panties by Ian Dury
Apr 29 2022

The more I hear it, the more I like it. Standouts: Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll, Clevor Trevor, Wake Up and Make Love With Me, My Old Man Others: Sweet Gene Vincent, Plaistow Patricia 3.5 / 5

Gorillaz by Gorillaz
May 04 2022

Good. 3/5

Broken English by Marianne Faithfull
May 05 2022

Seems ok to me. Nothing really stands out, but it is enjoyable. 2.5/5

Psychocandy by The Jesus And Mary Chain
May 06 2022

Really good album. Just Like Honey is a great haunting track. Love it. The rest of the album has a great sound and I'm still getting used to it. For now, I think it's great. 3.5 /5

The Rising by Bruce Springsteen
May 09 2022

I'm between 3.5 and 4.0 on this one. It's really good. It has a sound that reminds me more of the early Springsteen (which is a good thing!) Solid album full of really good songs.

Smash by The Offspring
May 10 2022

A few classic sons surrounded by typical Offspring rock. All and All, pretty good. 3.5/5 Standouts: Self Esteem, Come Out and Play, Gotta Get Away, Genocide, Bad Habit

Beach Samba by Astrud Gilberto
May 11 2022

One really great (sweet) song and that is \"You Didn't Have to Be So Nice\". The rest of the album is great but so dated. I did enjoy listening to it though. 3/5

Imagine by John Lennon
May 12 2022

4/5. Very strong album by a legend.

Daydream Nation by Sonic Youth
May 13 2022

So many Sonic Youth albums on this list. I'm not getting it. Maybe they are really talented musicians and it takes someone who knows and understands music to get them. To me, it's just ok. I didn't hate it... actually, I think with time I could start to enjoy it. But, after one day of listening... nothing stood out. 2/5

Jazz Samba by Stan Getz
May 14 2022

Jazz Samba just feel "comfortable" to me. I enjoyed listening to it and even though none of the songs are anything I have heard before, the entire album felt familiar, safe and enjoyable. There are a few albums that I will put in a playlist of stuff to listen to when I want to relax. This is certainly going into that playlist. 3.5 / 5.

Orbital 2 by Orbital
May 15 2022

Where Time Becomes a Loop... This one will take more time to digest. I don't dislike the album, on first listen I thought it was a waste of time. But, after listening to it all day, I think there are some interesting sounds going on here. Not sure if that makes it good yet though. 2 / 5 (for now)

May 16 2022

How have I never heard this before? I have heard of King Crimson, but this was my first time hearing an album by them. This was really good! Standouts: 21st Century Schizoid Man, The Court of the Crimson King First listen. Can't wait to hear it again! 3.5 / 5

Third by Portishead
May 19 2022

Interesting sound. Very powerful. I'd like to keep hearing this one so I can get to know it better. For now it is a strong 2.5 /5.

Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock
May 20 2022

Love the funk! 3/5

Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revival
May 21 2022

CCR is one of the best bands ever! This is such a great album. 9 Classics! Travelin' Band, Lookin' Out My Back Door, Run Through the Jungle, Up Around the Bend, Who'll Stop the Rain, Up Around the Bend, I Heard it Through the Grapevine, Long as I Can See the Light and Before You Accuse Me. Ramble Tamble isn't a bad song, but compared to the rest of the album is just doesn't seem to have the same wow-factor. They do a decent job making Ooby Dooby a CCR song, but it is probably my least favorite song on the album. Both I Heard It Through the Grapevine and Before You Accuse Me covers as well but they are both done exceptionally well and have that classic CCR feel to them. 4.5 /5

Germfree Adolescents by X-Ray Spex
May 22 2022

Second time listening to this one. There are quite a few songs that catch my attention. Still getting to know this, but I like it. 3/5

Pump by Aerosmith
May 23 2022

A really good album, full of classic 90s Aerosmith songs in including Love in an Elevator, Janie's Got a Gun, The Other Side, and What it Takes. 4/5

Stand! by Sly & The Family Stone
May 24 2022

Some really good tracks 3/5

Autobahn by Kraftwerk
May 26 2022

I've enjoyed most of the Kraftwerk albums that I've listened to. This one I liked the least of them. Maybe since it is the first time I've heard it. I know (of course) the title song - didn't know it was so long though. 2.5/5

Shalimar by Rahul Dev Burman
May 27 2022

Better than expected, but still not great…..2.5/5

All Directions by The Temptations
May 29 2022

Papa Was a Rollin' Stone is one of the best songs ever and you get the full, nearly 12 minutes of it here. Other standouts: Run Charlie Run, The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face, Love Woke Me Up This Morning, I Ain't Got Nothing (Which sounds a lot like I Only Have Eyes For You).

Floodland by Sisters Of Mercy
May 30 2022

2.5/5

Casanova by The Divine Comedy
Jun 03 2022

Nice listen. 3.5/5

Blur by Blur
Jun 04 2022

3.5 / 5 Really enjoyed this one. Knew "Song 2" but never knew that was what it was called. Wooo hooo! The rest of the album is really great.

Jun 05 2022

Really great album (as much as I hate to admit it). :) Standouts: In da Club, Man Men, PIMP, 21 Questions, Wankster, If I Can't The rest of the songs are pretty good too. 4/5

Harvest by Neil Young
Jun 06 2022

Great. 4/5

Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Jun 07 2022

A couple of classics: Breakdown, American Girl. Others: Anything That's Rock 'n' Roll 3.5/5

Jun 08 2022

I like Tom Waits, but this album is so different. Not for me. Too much talking and bad jokes for me. 2/5

The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter by The Incredible String Band
Jun 09 2022

First listen made me want to tear my ears off. Folk is not my favorite genre of music from the 60s. Second listen... Didn't get any better. It isnt' bad, but not anything I'd probably ever enjoy. 2/5

Surf's Up by The Beach Boys
Jun 10 2022

3.5/5. I've heard this album before. It is really still a surprise - when you think of the Beach Boys, you think of all the classic surfin' and Californa Girls types of songs. This has none of that. It's really a great listen and I expect that I will look forward to hearing it again.

Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkel
Jun 11 2022

It's good, but Bye Bye Love really doesn't help the score for this one. Would have been a much better album without it.

Penthouse And Pavement by Heaven 17
Jun 16 2022

3.5 / 5. Really good songs! Second time I've come across this one and it is growing on me!

Jun 17 2022

One of my favorites. Music to sleep to (and that is a compliment to the artist). Love it.

Hail To the Thief by Radiohead
Jun 18 2022

First listen. LIke the other Radiohead albums, it takes some time for me to get to know it. 2.5/5 for now...

Jun 19 2022

0/5. I can’t put into words how disgusting and irresponsible this “music” is.

Vol. 4 by Black Sabbath
Jun 20 2022

Best Tracks: Changes, Supernaut, Snowblind and Tomorrow's Dream.

C'est Chic by CHIC
Jun 21 2022

Its good, but dated

Dig Your Own Hole by The Chemical Brothers
Jun 22 2022

2.5. Always difficult for me to get into an album like this.

Tres Hombres by ZZ Top
Jun 23 2022

2.5. Always difficult for me to get into an album like this.

Black Monk Time by The Monks
Jun 24 2022

Never heard this one before. The track that stands out the most is "Compilation". 2.5/5

Jun 25 2022

Looking at the ratings of others I see so many people either love it or hate it (5's and 1's). Personally, I can't say it is either for me. I guess Courtney Love just had a bad rep and I never gave her music a chance, but then again, I have never heard any of these songs - even accidentally on the radio. That being said, listening to this, now nearly 30 years after its release, I think it isn't too bad. I'd definitely listen to it again in the future. For a rating, it is just a 2.5 of 5

Jun 27 2022

Most of this genre sucks and I give them all 1/5 stars. I don't know what it is about Kanye though. This, along with several of his other albums are really great. I'm going to knock down a point just for the unnecessary language... 3.5/5

This Is Fats Domino by Fats Domino
Jul 01 2022

3.5 /5. Really surprised at how good this is. When I first seen it I thought, "old music!" but it's pretty great. A few classics and the other songs are solid.

Jul 06 2022

4.5/5 Love this album. It is one of the few live albums that I like. The audience really adds to the enjoyment of the music! Great songs throughout.

Take Me Apart by Kelela
Jul 08 2022

Never heard of her before. Seems ok, 2/5

Neon Bible by Arcade Fire
Jul 09 2022

Another winner for Arcade Fire. 2.5/5 first listen.

Pieces Of The Sky by Emmylou Harris
Jul 10 2022

There are a couple of nice songs and a lot of old-time country songs that just don't work for me.

Band On The Run by Paul McCartney and Wings
Jul 12 2022

Band on the Run, Jet, Nineteen Eighty-Four and Hellen Wheels highlight this masterpiece by Sir Paul McCartney (or is it Lord now...).

Rattus Norvegicus by The Stranglers
Jul 13 2022

2.5. Definitely something I can get into!

Brilliant Corners by Thelonious Monk
Jul 17 2022

One of my favorite jazz albums. 3.5/5

69 Love Songs by The Magnetic Fields
Jul 18 2022

I've been looking forward to this one because I heard a few songs from it a few months ago and thought it was something I would really like. It is just so damn long! I think it might have been better to list all three volumes separately, but either way...I love the music, and I want to spend more time with this one. 3.5/5

Murmur by R.E.M.
Jul 20 2022

Why have I never heard this one before? Crazy. I have so many REM albums and this one, I don’t know at all. Radio Free Europe, I know quite well, but the rest of the album was new for me. Solid. Going to keep this one around. 3/5.

Strange Cargo III by William Orbit
Jul 21 2022

Strange something. It's just ok for me. Kind of flat and boring, but in a nice way - I guess. It isn't horrible, just don't really see why it is a "must listen".

The Wall by Pink Floyd
Jul 22 2022

5/5. Perfection.

Jul 23 2022

Brilliant. 4.5/5 This is an album that I am very glad I heard before I die. Outstanding! Every song is amazing.

Electric Prunes by The Electric Prunes
Jul 24 2022

Pretty dated, but not bad. 3/5

Oar by Alexander 'Skip' Spence
Jul 25 2022

Wow. Never heard of this before. I could listen to this one gladly for another day (maybe more). 3/5

Kala by M.I.A.
Jul 29 2022

2.5/5 Pretty good. One classic and the rest are fine….

Celebrity Skin by Hole
Jul 31 2022

Celebrity Skin is a great track. The rest are pretty good. I think if I hear more of it I’d give it a little higher rating, but for now….. 3/5

A Hard Day's Night by Beatles
Aug 01 2022

One of the better 'early' Beatles albums. It is nothing compared to Abbey Road, Sgt Pepper, and the White Album but still pretty good. Standout: And I Love Her, If I Fell, Things We Said Today. Others: Hard Day's Night, Can't Buy Me Love, I Should Have Known Better, If I Fell, I'll Cry Instead, I'm Happy Just to Dance With You, and I'll Be Back. 4/5

At Folsom Prison by Johnny Cash
Aug 03 2022

Very enjoyable, and a lot of fun. 3.5/5

Truth by Jeff Beck
Aug 05 2022

It is a really good album. Rock and blues. 3/5

Transformer by Lou Reed
Aug 06 2022

Wow. Best album i’ve never heard. So many great songs!

Aug 07 2022

Great album. Standouts: For Tomorrow, Advert, Chemical World/Intermission Many other really good songs on here as well. 3.5/5

Gold by Ryan Adams
Aug 10 2022

It’s fine. 2.5/5

Rock Bottom by Robert Wyatt
Aug 12 2022

2.5 Really like to hear more of this one.

Surrealistic Pillow by Jefferson Airplane
Aug 13 2022

Very good. Never listened to the whole album before. 3/5

Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette
Aug 14 2022

5/5 This album is so classic. I know every song so well. I thought that when it came up on the list I would think it was dated and lost some of its power, but nope, still great. love it.

I Am a Bird Now by Antony and the Johnsons
Aug 15 2022

What exactly am I listening to? Couldn't tell if it is a dude or a woman...either way, there are times when I really don't like the voice... other times it is fine... for me, it is a nice album, but if I never heard it again, I think I'd be ok.... 2.5/5

Ten by Pearl Jam
Aug 16 2022

3/5

Veckatimest by Grizzly Bear
Aug 19 2022

Enjoyable. 2.5 Best Track: Two Weeks

Rock 'N Soul by Solomon Burke
Aug 20 2022

Old style but good

Aug 22 2022

Above average, but too new to call a 'classic' or anything that should be on a list like this. 3/5

Frank by Amy Winehouse
Aug 23 2022

Not for me. 2.5

Will The Circle Be Unbroken by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Aug 24 2022

That's a lot of bluegrass for one sitting! It's great. Every classic is here.... Just too much for me! 3/5

Deja Vu by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Aug 25 2022

I can definitely see how this album made the list. It is full of classics: Teach Your Children, Helpless, Woodstock, Deja Vu, Our House.... the other songs I don't know as well, but they still "feel" like they are part of something special. Deja vu is great. I feel like I've heard it before... Deja vu.... 4/5

Tanto Tempo by Bebel Gilberto
Aug 28 2022

very nice. 3/5

Paul's Boutique by Beastie Boys
Aug 29 2022

When I first bought this CD when it came out I was a huge fan of their first Album. This one was so different. It was nothing like License To Ill, and I was extremely disappointed. So, I went years without ever listening to it again. A few years back, I became interested in the Beastie Boys again and started listening to more of their past albums. Now, when ai hear this one, I think it is amazing. No, it isn’t like License to Ill, and that is a good think. This album is much more complex and imaginative that the simple rhymes and beats in their debut. 4/5.

KIWANUKA by Michael Kiwanuka
Aug 30 2022

3.5

Joan Armatrading by Joan Armatrading
Sep 01 2022

3.5. Quite good. never heard of her before.

Clandestino by Manu Chao
Sep 02 2022

3.5/5. Really catchy stuff.

Abraxas by Santana
Sep 03 2022

Classic

All Hail the Queen by Queen Latifah
Sep 04 2022

Don't know her, but the music is good. It reminds me of Neneh Cherry.

Siembra by Willie Colón & Rubén Blades
Sep 05 2022

2.5. It's good for what it is....

Maxinquaye by Tricky
Sep 08 2022

Definitely not what I was expecting when I saw Tricky was an English Rapper. I really enjoyed the sound and trip hop vibe of most of the album. Least favorite track: Brand New You're Retro.

Let Love Rule by Lenny Kravitz
Sep 09 2022

This was such a unique album when it came out. Today, it still sounds great. I haven't listened to this is years. Really enjoyed hearing it again. 3.5/5

You Want It Darker by Leonard Cohen
Sep 12 2022

Leonard is king. This album will always be special because of the effort it took for him to work on it. It is dark and beautifully done. 4.5/5

Tracy Chapman by Tracy Chapman
Sep 13 2022

5/5 (I'd give it a 6/5 if I could!) She is an amazing storyteller. Every song is poignant, heartbreaking, and/or thought-provoking. One album though...her other albums don't come close to this masterpiece.

Ctrl by SZA
Sep 14 2022

Not my style. 2/5

Funeral by Arcade Fire
Sep 15 2022

Fantastic! I loved the Alvino Rey add on the Japanese Delux edition. I'm a big fan of the 40's music so this was a surprise and really fun bonus. The album itself is great. I've heard this one a few times now and think it has grown on me. 4/5

Sep 17 2022

Standouts: Chain Gang, Cupid, Twistin' The Night Away, Others: Bring it On Home to Me, Having a Party

Out Of The Blue by Electric Light Orchestra
Sep 18 2022

I love their sound. Violins and guitars! Some great songs: Turn to Stone, Sweet Talkin' Woman, Mr. Blue Sky. Others: Across the Border, Wild West Hero 3.5/5

Here's Little Richard by Little Richard
Sep 20 2022

He was quite an entertainer and for 1950s Rock n Roll, he was an important part of the progression of rock. How is this album to listen to today, in the 2020s? Tutti Frutti is still an all time classic. Others: I Can't Believe You Want to Leave, Ready Teddy, Long Tall Sally, Oh Why? Rip It Up, Jenny Jenny. 3/5

Ghosteen by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Sep 21 2022

Wow, beautiful. Like to hear more of it.

White Light / White Heat by The Velvet Underground
Sep 23 2022

Their 2nd Album. Quite different from their debut which I liked very much. Standouts: Sister Ray Others: The Gift, Lady Godiva's Operation, Here She Comes Now Rating: 3/5

Endtroducing..... by DJ Shadow
Sep 24 2022

Surprised at how enjoyable this was. 3.5/5

Sep 26 2022

The album that never ends. Would have been great to just split into two separate albums. Hey Yeah is a classic though. The rest is great, but just too much.

Trio by Dolly Parton
Sep 27 2022

Too much twang for my taste, but it has some really nice songs.

Life's Too Good by The Sugarcubes
Sep 29 2022

They are unique... Bjork is unique. Nobody like her in music. Singles: --------------------------------------- Birthday Coldsweat Deus Birthday (The Christmas Mix) Motorcrash Standouts: Motorcrash, Birthday, Deus Rating: 3/5

Garbage by Garbage
Sep 30 2022

Very good. 3.5/5

Elephant by The White Stripes
Oct 01 2022

Singles: -------------------------------------------------- Seven Nation Army I Just Don't Know What to Do with Myself The Hardest Button to Button There's No Home for You Here Standouts: Seven Nation Army, The Hardest Button to Button, I Just Don't Know What to do With Myself, Little Acorns, Hypnotize, Well It's True That We Love One Another Others: Black Math, There's No Home For You Here, In the Cold Cold Night, You've Got Her in Your Pocket

Natty Dread by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Oct 02 2022

4/5.

Femi Kuti by Femi Kuti
Oct 04 2022

It’s fine. 2/5

Talking Book by Stevie Wonder
Oct 05 2022

Stevie Wonder is amazing. Everything he does is pretty great. I’ve heard this album a few times before and it stands out with a unique and fresh funk that only Stevie does. You are The Sunshine of my Life and Superstition are pop classics but the album is filled with other songs that make this album stand out. “You and I” is probably one of his finest and I really like “I Believe” which I got to know from when Art Garfunkle sang it on one of his albums. Other standouts: You’ve Got it Bad Girl, Blame it on the Sun. 4/5

Mama's Gun by Erykah Badu
Oct 07 2022

It’s good, but not really what I like to listen to in general.

Aja by Steely Dan
Oct 08 2022

Steely Dan brought Rock and Jazz together in their own unique way. They have a distinctive sound. Aja (pronounced Asia) is their sixth album and they have four albums on the 1001 list. Standouts: Deacon Blues, Peg, Josie Others: Aja, Home At Last, I Got the News

Hot Fuss by The Killers
Oct 10 2022

Couple great songs. 3/5

Diamond Life by Sade
Oct 13 2022

The first half is great, but then it tapers off. Overall still good. 3.5/5

Live! by Fela Kuti
Oct 15 2022

2.5

Frampton Comes Alive by Peter Frampton
Oct 16 2022

One of the greatest live albums ever. Frampton brings life to his studio works in this classic. 4.5

Elastica by Elastica
Oct 17 2022

Very easy to get into. I liked it right from the start. Love to hear more of it. 3.5/5

Bayou Country by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Oct 18 2022

Classic

S&M by Metallica
Oct 19 2022

Like A Prayer by Madonna
Oct 20 2022

4.5/5. It is really amazing.

Ingenue by k.d. lang
Oct 21 2022

I liked it more than I thought I would.

Goo by Sonic Youth
Oct 22 2022

Standouts: Kool Thing, Disappear, Mildred Pierce [because I love the old 1940s movie!] I've heard this album quite a few times. It really does nothing for me. It isn't bad, it is completely forgettable. Every time I hear it, it is like it is for the first time. 2.5/5

Hejira by Joni Mitchell
Oct 23 2022

Not horrible. 2.5

Hounds Of Love by Kate Bush
Oct 25 2022

I’ve heard this one a few times. It does get better each time I hear it, but most of the time, I feel like it is the first time hearing it… none of the songs, besides Running Up that Hill, stick with me - at first. 3.5/5

Oct 26 2022

Genre: Electronic I was never a fan of the modern Electronic music scene until I started listening to albums on this 1001 list. Most of the albums I don't care for the first time I hear it, but after several listens I really start loving them. This is the first time I'm hearing the one and this "band". First Impression: Descent. I need to hear it more.... Standout: probably "Rowla" Rating: 2.5 Singles: ---------------------------------- Pearl's Girl Rowla Juanita

Urban Hymns by The Verve
Oct 28 2022

Bittersweet Symphony is one of my favorite songs and really the only song by the Verve that I know coming into this album. The Drugs Don't Work was instantly my new favorite song on the album. Singles: ---------------------------------------------- Bitter Sweet Symphony (UK #2, USA #12, US ALT #3) The Drugs Don't Work (UK #1) Lucky Man (UK #7, #14 US ALT) Sonnet (#74 UK, #4 Iceland) Standouts: Bittersweet Symphony, The Drugs Don't Work, Lucky Man Others: Sonnet

Play by Moby
Oct 29 2022

3.5/5 Many many great songs.

Pyromania by Def Leppard
Oct 30 2022

When this album came out it was so unique and amazing. I have heard it SO many times over the years. I think it is still great, but maybe not as great as I thought it was in the 80s. 4/5

Nov 01 2022

2.5/5. Great first listen. Like to hear more of this one.

Rain Dogs by Tom Waits
Nov 03 2022

Not my favorite

Drunk by Thundercat
Nov 04 2022

I think the first time I heard the album, I gave it a 1 star review. It has gotten better and now I think it is quite enjoyable. 3.5/5

At Budokan by Cheap Trick
Nov 06 2022

The full concert is great, the original edit of the live concert is good but feels incomplete…. 4/5

Bert Jansch by Bert Jansch
Nov 07 2022

2.5 not my style, but not bad.

Modern Kosmology by Jane Weaver
Nov 08 2022

Get's better each time you hear it. Might need more time though. 2.5

Rings Around The World by Super Furry Animals
Nov 09 2022

2.5. Really wish I heard more of this today before rating it. It sounds nice, but I didnt hear enough to properly rate it.

High Violet by The National
Nov 10 2022

Wow. Who are these guys. Really liked it. Need to hear more.

Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Nov 11 2022

4.5/5 One of the best, most unique, rock bands of the late 60s. Love it.

The Predator by Ice Cube
Nov 12 2022

There is a lot I like on this album. There is a lot I don’t like on this album. The message, the negative, angry delivery. The music, the beats, the rap, scratching, sampling. The message, at times, is best delivered, angrily because it should make you angry. But, for me, it’s just too much at times. This is a genre I do like quite a lot of, but there are some artists that I never got into. I think if I heard this completely back when it came out, I might like it better. Music and style, I think it is a possible 4/5. But, overall it loses something because of how negative it is. I know, I know… but, it is exhausting and sometime it is nice to have a break from all the Nigga this and fuck that. 2.5/5

Live At The Star Club, Hamburg by Jerry Lee Lewis
Nov 15 2022

Mostly annoying. Horrible concert to listen to. Does he have any original songs? Goodness gracious i wish my balls were on fire. Id prefer that to listening to this again.

Nixon by Lambchop
Nov 18 2022

Takes quite a few listens to get into. Some of the songs are quite nice. The album is mostly quiet and soft and does tend to be a bit boring at first, it gets better.

Sound of Silver by LCD Soundsystem
Nov 19 2022

Just keeps getting better. 3/5

The Holy Bible by Manic Street Preachers
Nov 20 2022

2.5 It's fine. They are definitely talented.

Swordfishtrombones by Tom Waits
Nov 23 2022

Tom Waits is different. Sometimes I like him, other times not so much. In this album, I like him. In The Neighborhood is great. Standouts: In the Neighborhood, Underground, Johnsburg Illinois, 16 Shells from a Thirty-Ought-Six, Soldier's Things Others: Shore Leave, Town With No Cheer, Swordfishtrombone, Rainbirds Rating: 3.5/5 (Excellent)

New Forms by Roni Size
Nov 24 2022

2.5 It isn’t bad, but kind of boring.

Aqualung by Jethro Tull
Nov 26 2022

3.5

Fromohio by fIREHOSE
Nov 30 2022

Really good

Rid Of Me by PJ Harvey
Dec 02 2022

3.0 not as memorable as the last PJ Harvey I heard.

Fever To Tell by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Dec 03 2022

Quite a few good songs. This one goes down easy. Short punk-Style tracks, that have a Siouxsie and the Banshees feel. Standouts: Date With The Night, Pin, Maps, and Y Control. 3/5

Blue by Joni Mitchell
Dec 04 2022

Not a fan

Paranoid by Black Sabbath
Dec 05 2022

4.5 / 5 Brilliant. Great stuff start to finish.

Can't Buy A Thrill by Steely Dan
Dec 06 2022

Steely Dan is one of the best of the 1970s! This is a great one. 3.5/5

Grace by Jeff Buckley
Dec 08 2022
Dec 09 2022

They have a great sound and it does take (me) a while to get into. Not sure I have really gotten into it yet. 3/5.

Dec 11 2022

4/5 Great. Classic Funk. Best Track(s): One Nation Under a Groove, Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!, Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers), Into You, Maggot Brain (Included on Bonus EP), Lunchmeataphobia (Think! It Ain't Illegal Yet!) (Bonus EP) Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers) also wins the award for the most bizarre song title ever.

At Newport 1960 by Muddy Waters
Dec 12 2022

Great for blues, but blues just ain’t my bag babyl I’ll give it the respect it deserves but can’t go much higher…. 3/5

Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins
Dec 13 2022

2.5. Good stuff. Don't know it very well though. Today is the greatest...song on the album. :)

Lost In The Dream by The War On Drugs
Dec 14 2022

2.5 Never heard of them before. Seems like a decent album. I look forward to listening to it more

Isn't Anything by My Bloody Valentine
Dec 15 2022

That first song is great. The rest seems promising. 2.5

Talking Heads 77 by Talking Heads
Dec 16 2022

Psycho Killer is one of the best Talking Heads songs ever, and probably a top 100 alternative rock song.From the bonus songs: I Wish You Wouldn't Say That was on the Revenge of the Killer Bee's album I had in the 1980s, so that songs is a memorable one for me for that. The rest of the album is good and if you are a real talking heads fan I am sure this is classic. For me, just getting to know it - I think it is good enough to keep listening to.

Risque by CHIC
Dec 17 2022

Very dated. Still good, but not nearly as good as it was back in the day... 3.5

Kollaps by Einstürzende Neubauten
Dec 19 2022

2.5 It was better than expected. Never heard of them or listened to anything quite like it before. I'd listen to it again, but not sure it is something I would listen to regularly.

There's A Riot Goin' On by Sly & The Family Stone
Dec 20 2022

Standouts: Family Affair, Runnin' Away, Thank You for Talkin' to Me Africa Every song sounds great. Funky. 3/5

Dec 21 2022

Classic Devo. This started a whole new sound in music. Standouts: Uncontrollable Urge, I Can't Get No Satisfaction, Jacko Homo Others: Praying Hands, Mongoloid, Too Much Paranoid, Come Back Jonee 4/5

Dec 24 2022

A band I have always heard of but never actually heard. I grew up in the San Fransisco Bay Area and always knew them to be popular but they were never played n the radio stations ai listened to. So, I was interested to hear this album. Standouts: Kill the Poor, Your Emotions, Chemical Warfare, California Uber Alles, Holliday in Cambodia, Viva Las Vegas. Others: Forward to Death, When You Get Drafted, Let’s lynch the Landlord, ill in the Head

Vivid by Living Colour
Dec 25 2022

Used to really get into this album when it came out. Didn't age well. Glamour boys sounds like it could have been done by Boy George. Standouts: Cult of Personality, Others: Glamour Boys The rest is pretty bad by today's standard. 2.5

Trans Europe Express by Kraftwerk
Dec 26 2022

They have a unique sound and I think they were ahead of their time and probably a big influence in electronic music is the 80's 90s and beyond. Standouts: Trans-Europe Express 3.5

Tical by Method Man
Dec 28 2022

Seems ok. 2.5

Safe As Milk by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Dec 29 2022

Not quite as good as Trout Mask Replica. First time hearing this one, so I image I just need more time with it. 2.5 for now.

Rejoicing In The Hands by Devendra Banhart
Dec 30 2022

Acoustic Folk Rock from 2004. It starts strong and continues throughout. Never heard of him before and I'm glad this album made this list so I got the chance to hear it. It is definitely something I would really love to hear more of it in the future. Single: Sight To Behold Standouts: This is the Way, Sight to Behold, The Body Breaks, Poughkeepsie, Others: This Beard Is for Siobhán, Rejoicing in the Hands Overall: 3/5

Teen Dream by Beach House
Dec 31 2022

Beach House from Baltimore, MD, USA. Dream Pop; Indie Pop Active from 2006-Present (2022) Teen Dream is their 3rd album. Singles: Zebra (#14, US), Used to Be (#13, US), Norway (#41, UK; #12 MEX), Lover of Mine, 10 Mile Stereo. I've never even heard of them before. The genre is something that I have come to appreciate and enjoy over the past couple years listening to the albums on this list. I will definitely continue to listen to it in the future. 2.5/5

Oedipus Schmoedipus by Barry Adamson
Jan 01 2023

Upon first listen, I thought it was fine. Then it started really growing on me. After the day is over, I think I can honestly say that THIS is something I am grateful that was on the list of 1001 albums. I would have NEVER heard this otherwise. Is it weird? Yes. It is interesting? Yes. Is it something I would listen to again. Hell yeah! Yes, it is more 'mood music" or background music for much of it, but when you really just sit down and listen to it. It really makes me feel a certain way with each song. The Miles Davis remake is a really great fit for the album. I think it is situated right between the two different halves of the album. The first half being more melodic and the second half being more mood and feel.... hard to explain. I love the song "Something Wicked This Way Comes" and it took me a while to figure out that the melody was 'sampled' from Gary Walker's "Spooky". The two songs fit well together... :) I really enjoyed this one, and I think with time it will continue to score higher with me. For now, I'm putting it at 3.5 / 5 but "with a bullet" (Meaning it will only go up in my book). [Note: I listen to each album in at least three sessions (days). First listen/first impression scores are usually lower. The 2nd and 3rd will show progression for albums that I enjoy.]

Tapestry by Carole King
Jan 02 2023

It's one of those albums that everyone knows and loves. It's fine for me, I can go without ever hearing it again - but I cannot deny that it is good.

Different Class by Pulp
Jan 03 2023

Never, ever heard of them. Based on the album cover, I wasn't expecting the music that I heard. I really took to it quickly. Very catchy pop songs, that aren't "too pop". Really good. I look forward to hearing more of this one. 3/5

Suicide by Suicide
Jan 04 2023

Very easy to enjoy.

Led Zeppelin IV by Led Zeppelin
Jan 06 2023

5/5. There are only a few albums I have heard in my life that are as good as this one.

Hybrid Theory by Linkin Park
Jan 07 2023

4.5 This was one of my favorites when it came out and for the next couple of years. Jam-packed with amazing songs. Standouts: In the End, Crawling, My December, One Step Closer, Papercut

Pretzel Logic by Steely Dan
Jan 08 2023

One of the most unique bands of the Era. They brought a Jazz Rock style to popular music. Donald Fagan and Walter Becker are amazing song writers and performers. Rikki Don't Lose that Number was a top 10 song in the USA. Standouts: Rikki Don't Lose That Number Others: Pretzel Logic

Jan 09 2023

I remember when Tainted Love came out and when I heard it on the radio it was always the Tainted Love - Where Did Our Love Go version. I wanted to buy the album for that version, but that isn't on the original LP. So, I never got it. I did buy the CD Single years later that had the full version I loved. The album now, seems fine. No complaints. 3/5

I'm Your Man by Leonard Cohen
Jan 11 2023

4.5. Just shy of perfection for the amazing Mr. Cohen. I'm a huge fan.

The Man Who by Travis
Jan 12 2023

This is one of those albums that is good, but not exciting. There are a couple of songs that really stand out the rest are fine. Why Does it Always Rain on Me is the best song on the album...if the rest were like this one we'd have a winner! 2.5/5

Fuzzy Logic by Super Furry Animals
Jan 13 2023

Art Rock/Brit Pop from 1996. They are from Wales and this is their debut album. They have two albums on the list of 1001 albums.... Singles: ------------------------------------------------------------- Hometown Unicorn (#47, UK) God! Show Me Magic (#33, UK) Something for the Weekend (#18 UK) If You Don't Want Me to Destroy You (#18 UK) The Man Don't Give a Fuck (#18 UK) only on Disc 2 (B-Sides and Such) Initial Impression: Thumbs Up. Standouts: God! Show Me Magic, Something for the Weekend, Hometown Unicorn, Others: Fuzzy Birds, Frisbee, Gathering Moss, If You Don't Want Me To Destroy You, Mario Man, Long Gone, For Now and Ever Rating: 3.5 (Excellent) So close to a 4.0

Fear Of Music by Talking Heads
Jan 14 2023

Talking Heads from Rhode Island, USA. This is their 3rd album and they have FOUR albums on the 1001 list. Initial Impression: Singles: -------------------------------------------------- Life During Wartime (#80 USA) I Zimbra (#28 US Dance) Cities (Did not Chart) Standouts: Life During Wartime Others: Drugs Rating: 3/5

Remain In Light by Talking Heads
Jan 15 2023

Talking Heads from Rhode Island, USA. They have FOUR albums on the 1001 list. Singles: --------------------------------------- Crosseyed and Painless (#20 US Dance with Once in a Lifetime) Once in a Lifetime (#14 UK, #20 US Dance With Crosseyed and Painless) Houses in Motion (#50 UK) Standouts: Once in a Lifetime, Born Under Punches, Others: Crosseyed and Painless, The Overload All the other songs are really good as well. There is nothing bad on this album. Rating: 3.5/5

Jan 16 2023

Ice Cube is O'Shea Jackson from L.A.. This was his debut solo album. He also performed with N.W.A. He has two albums on the 1001 list. Initial Impression: Offensive and angry. Singles: --------------------------------------------------- AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted (#1 US RAP, #76 UK) Who's the Mack? Endangered Species (Remix) The music, beats and rap is outstanding. The lyrics are angry and offensive. Rating: 2.5/5

Crocodiles by Echo And The Bunnymen
Jan 18 2023

My first experience with Echo and the Bunnymen. My first impression was very favorable. I went into the album not knowing any of the songs. I’ve heard of the band, and I think they had a song on a compilation album I had back in the 80s. It is something I think will definitely grow on me with time. First time rating: 2.5

Fragile by Yes
Jan 20 2023

3.5 Very good

She's So Unusual by Cyndi Lauper
Jan 21 2023

Classic POP album. Favorite track is probably Yeah Yeah followed by Time After Time and She Bop. The rest of the songs are just good pop songs. 4/5

Behaviour by Pet Shop Boys
Jan 22 2023

It's really good, not my favorite by the boys, but still good. 3.5

Illinois by Sufjan Stevens
Jan 23 2023

At first I thought it was slow, then there were some catchy lines here and there. Third time through I sat and read the lyrics of the songs. So much better now. Interesting songs, nice orchestral interludes. Standouts: Go! Chicago! Go! Yeah!, Casimir Pulaski Day, John Wayne Gacy Jr. 3.5/5

Live At Leeds by The Who
Jan 28 2023

Standouts: I Can’t Explain, Substitute, Happy Jack, My Generation, Magic Bus, Others: Tattoo, I’m a Boy, Summertime Blues 3.5

Opus Dei by Laibach
Jan 29 2023

Standouts: Lieben Heisst Leiben (Life is Life by Opus), Geburt Einer Nation (One Vision by Queen), Opus Dei (LIfe is Life by Opus (again)). Others: Trans-National, How the West Was Won, 3

The Contino Sessions by Death In Vegas
Jan 30 2023

Interesting and unique. Really enjoyed the sounds. This is one I’ll come back to. A lot of cool tracks. Never heard them before. Wish zi could spend two days listening to it. 3/5

Dust by Screaming Trees
Jan 31 2023

2.5 Average. Best Songs: Look at You, All I Know

Water From An Ancient Well by Abdullah Ibrahim
Feb 02 2023

3.5 Really enjoy this one. It came out in 1986, no wonder a couple songs have that David Foster feel to them…. Still nice to listen to.

Dear Science by TV On The Radio
Feb 04 2023

Maybe heard it once before... Immediately liked the sound and style. Nice smooth voice. Enjoyable. Best Songs: Dancing Close, Golden Age 3/5

Back to Mystery City by Hanoi Rocks
Feb 05 2023

Standouts: Malibu Beach Nightmare, Until I Get you Somewhere between hair-band and punk falls Hanoi rocks.... 3/5

Feb 06 2023

Not a bob-fan. A couple of great tracks the rest is just annoying Bob Dylan. 3/5

Lady Soul by Aretha Franklin
Feb 07 2023

3.5/5 Great

25 by Adele
Feb 08 2023

Love her voice and style. I think the album is fine. Not really sure that it belongs on this list. Newer albums need more time to prove themselves… this is just too recent. It’s good, but…. 3/5

Highway 61 Revisited by Bob Dylan
Feb 09 2023

Not a Bob Dylan fan at all. It's a pretty good album. 3/5

Thriller by Michael Jackson
Feb 11 2023

5/5 This album was unbelievably huge when it came out. It was popular and consistently produced hits for nearly two years. Standouts: Billie Jean, Beat It, Wanna Be Starting' Something, PYT, The Girl is Mine, Human Nature, Thriller. Video Standouts: Billie Jean, Beat it and Thriller. These were all Major events!

Bluesbreakers by John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
Feb 12 2023

A demonstration of good guitar playing. May as well be an Eric Clapton album. I'm not really much of a blues fan, the album in fine to listen to but don't see myself seeking this one out to play again. 2.5/5

Scott 2 by Scott Walker
Feb 13 2023

Next, Next.... It really takes some time to get used to this one. It is from the late 1960s and the style of music just isn't what it used to be. Back then this was something pretty amazing. His voice is powerful and amazing. It just doesn't translate well to the 2020s. If you listen to it with non-judgemental ears, it isn't too bad. And after a few listens, it really becomes something special. I enjoyed it quite a lot. I'm glad to have Scott Walker in my head now. Next, Next.... 3.5/5

In Rainbows by Radiohead
Feb 14 2023

3.5 Above Average A couple of great songs and the rest are good. I think this is one I would need to listen to another 100 times to really appreciate. Favorite track: Videotape

Berlin by Lou Reed
Feb 15 2023

Seems pretty good. Would have like to heard it more today, but overall I enjoyed it.

Being There by Wilco
Feb 16 2023

2.5. Pretty good but no exciting

Rio by Duran Duran
Feb 20 2023

3.5

Tonight's The Night by Neil Young
Feb 21 2023

Great! 4/5 "I'm climbing this ladder My head in the clouds I hope that it matters" Standouts: Borrowed Tune, Tonight's The Night, World on a String, Mellow My Mind, Lookout Joe, Tired Eyes, Tonight's The Night, Part II.

Third/Sister Lovers by Big Star
Feb 23 2023

Their version of Femme Fatal is great. Other standout tracks: Holocaust, Thank You Friends, Big Black Car, and many many more! Really great album! 4/5

Kings Of The Wild Frontier by Adam & The Ants
Feb 24 2023

A lot of catchy songs. Good, but not great, but really good, but not really great.... 3.5

Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots by The Flaming Lips
Feb 25 2023

What an interesting sound! This one sounds amazing with headphones on. His voice is unique and brings something interesting to each song - but it can get tiring after a while. Standouts: Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots Part I, Do You Realize? Other good ones: Flight Test, In the Morning of the Magicians, Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell, Are You a Hypnotist? 4/5

Damaged by Black Flag
Feb 27 2023

TV Party and Rise above are tops of the album. 3.5/5

Moondance by Van Morrison
Feb 28 2023

A few good songs.

The Doors by The Doors
Mar 02 2023

5/5. Classic. Standouts: Light My Fire, The End, Break on Through.

Time Out by The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Mar 06 2023

Average, but nice to listen to.

Document by R.E.M.
Mar 07 2023

4.5 outstanding

Odessa by Bee Gees
Mar 08 2023

Not as bad as I thought - or better than I expected. The more I listened the more I liked it.... Then, while listening to it, my Mom died. Now, this album will forever be tied to that event.

Slanted And Enchanted by Pavement
Mar 09 2023

Standouts: Summer Babe Others: In the Mouth of a Desert, Here, Two States, Our Singer Rating:

Woodface by Crowded House
Mar 10 2023

Standouts: Chocolate Cake, It's Only Natural, Fall at Your Feet Others: Weather With You, 4 Seasons in One Day Rating: 3.5

Raising Hell by Run-D.M.C.
Mar 11 2023

4.5 Classic. This was so fresh and original when it came out. Still holds up today. Classic sounds!

Picture Book by Simply Red
Mar 13 2023

Solid Standouts: Holding Back the Years, Money's Too Tight to Mention Others: Sad Old Red, Heaven, Jericho, Picture Book Rating: 3.5

Gentlemen by The Afghan Whigs
Mar 15 2023

2.5

Rapture by Anita Baker
Mar 16 2023

Exceptional 4/5

Mar 18 2023

Strong and unique. Standouts: Poison Arrow, The Look of Love, Others: Show Me, Many Happy Returns, Valentine's Day, All of My Heart Rating: 3.5

Survivor by Destiny's Child
Mar 19 2023

Wow, really surprised with this album. I know the hits, but the other songs are quite good. Crazy. I thiught i would hate it, but ended up totally respecting it. 3.5/5

Mar 21 2023

3.5 They had such a great sound that nobody had before them. Rock with horns. Good stuff.

From Elvis In Memphis by Elvis Presley
Mar 22 2023

It's Elvis. Elvis is Elvis. Not a fan, but don't dislike his music. It's fine for me, I can listen and not hate it. But, he doesn't thrill me. Then the album, ends with "In the Ghetto" which is one of the best cover songs ever. Absolute perfection. 3/5

Amnesiac by Radiohead
Mar 23 2023

3/5 A few good songs, the rest are just hard to get into. I think I've heard this album a dozen times and it still hasn't attached itself to me... I'll keep listening though because they do have other albums that I really like.

Spiderland by Slint
Mar 24 2023

Interesting sounds!the more I hear it, the more Im interested. 3/5

Fisherman's Blues by The Waterboys
Mar 25 2023

Talented band, just not my favorite stle of music. Kinda boring. 2.5

Brutal Youth by Elvis Costello
Mar 26 2023

Typical Elvis Costello sound. Nothing really stands out on this one. Not nearly as good as some of the earlier stuff. Still a pleasure to listen to, but I don't think I'd seek it out.... 3/5

Mar 27 2023

They have like one good song. Why do we need THIS live album on the list and Many other good live albums are not. 2.5/5

Close To You by Carpenters
Mar 28 2023

Two great song…several horrible covers…. Makes a barely listenable album. Might have been something when it came out, but it does not hold up. 2.5

Whatever by Aimee Mann
Mar 30 2023

I've heard this album before...wasn't impressed. Seemed very average at best. We'll see how it goes this time.... After my second listening day of this album: Still not impressed. Fairly weak and unimpressive. None of the songs stand out to me. Some may like it, but it doesn't do anything for me. 2.5/5

Deep Purple In Rock by Deep Purple
Apr 01 2023

Child in Time - One of the best rock songs ever. The rest of the album is nothing compared to that. Standouts: Child in Time, Black Night (Bonus) Others: ummmm? 3/5

Heaux Tales by Jazmine Sullivan
Apr 02 2023

R&B is not my go-to style of music. I can enjoy it, but not in every case. This album is confusing. I hate the chatty bitchy interludes. Stick with music, forget all that crap. The music itself is ok. Lost One almost makes me want to hear more from her, but too many runs. For me, new albums should not be on a list like this. Period. 2/5

BEYONCÉ by Beyoncé
Apr 03 2023

I didn't need to hear this.... not for me. Not horrible, but not for me. Most tolerable songs: Heaven, Blue 2.5

Bryter Layter by Nick Drake
Apr 04 2023

3/5 Not as bad as I expected. :)

Giant Steps by The Boo Radleys
Apr 05 2023

Third time hearing this one. First time, I said "It's Alright", second time, I said "It's Fine"...now I'm listening again and thinking how do I say the same thing again without saying the same thing? It just seems like an ok listen. Not bad, but nothing exciting. Yeah, I think that will be my quote this time, "Not bad, but nothing exciting". 2.5/5

Let It Be by The Replacements
Apr 06 2023

Standouts: I Will Dare, Favorite Thing, Androgynous, Standouts: I Will Dare, Favorite Thing, Androgynous, Unsatisfied, Sixteen Blue, Answering Machine. And from the Bonus material: 20th Century Man "Heartbeat - It's a Lovebeat" by the Defranco Family! Wow, they made it actually listenable! 3.5/5

Tago Mago by Can
Apr 07 2023

Very interesting Sounds. Long album, but good most of the time. Favorite track: Mushroom 3.5

Who's Next by The Who
Apr 08 2023

It starts with a classic album cover that immediately brings to mind the 2001 A Space Odyssey movie. The the music starts. Bang. Great tracks start to finish. This album is amazing! Standouts: Baba O'Reilly, Won't Get Fooled Again, Bargain, Behind Blue Eyes, Going Mobile, The Song is Over, Getting in Tune Others: My Wife 5/5

Apr 09 2023

Good Hip-Hop from the golden age...without all the foul language! Thank you! Reminds me of the good, clean fun of De La Soul. The first couple times I head this album in the past, I didn't give it a chance - I went in thinking I was going to hate it... Standouts: People Everyday, Mr. Wendal, Tennessee. 4/5

Electric Ladyland by Jimi Hendrix
Apr 10 2023

An amazing experience. What a musical journey. This album only has a couple of songs that I really knew well before hearing the album. The rest is pretty new to me. What I have been missing all these years? This will definitely be an album that I will listen to in the future. Standouts: Crosstown Traffic, All Along the Watchtower, Voodoo Chile 4/5

Apr 12 2023

Genre: Indie rock, post-Britpop, dream pop, neo-psychedelia First time for me. Heard of the band, don't know the album. Singles: -------------------------------- "There Goes the Fear" (#3, UK) "Pounding" (#21, UK) "Caught by the River" (#29, UK) Tracks that show up on best of the band lists: ------------------------------------------------------- Words, There Goes the Fear, Satellite, Caught by the River Best tracks: There Goes the Fear, Rating: 2.5

Getz/Gilberto by Stan Getz
Apr 13 2023

It's fine. Great old Jazz Bossa Nova sound. Just a bit outdated...ya think? Enjoyable for what it is. 3/5

Chris by Christine and the Queens
Apr 14 2023

Not much of a fan of this….

GI by Germs
Apr 16 2023

Very solid punk rock album. Not all songs are great but enjoyable. 3.5

Rhythm Nation 1814 by Janet Jackson
Apr 17 2023

Really good album. Standouts: Rhythm Nation, State of the World, Miss You Much, Love Will Never Do Without You, Alright, Escapade, Black Cat, Come Back to Me Favorite Track: Black Cat Rating: 4.5

Dummy by Portishead
Apr 19 2023

a year ago, I never heard of them, now I'm a fan. This is a great trip hop album. Standouts: Sour Times, Mysterons, Numb, Strangers, Glory Box 4/5

Apr 20 2023

Very nice and I can see how it might have influenced Paul Simon and others to incorporate this sound in their music. 3/5 just because it isn't something I'd choose to listen to often.

Suede by Suede
Apr 21 2023

Couple Ok songs. 2.5

All Things Must Pass by George Harrison
Apr 22 2023

Long but excellent. Standouts: Isn't it a Pity (Both versions), What is Love, My Sweet Lord, If Not For You, Others: I'd Have You Anytime, Ballad Of Sir Frankie Crisp (Let It Roll), All Things Must Pass, Rating: 3.5

It's been 23 years? Wow. Still love this album! Brings back a lot of memories. Standouts: ------------------- My Way, Rollin', Take a Look Around, Boiler, Intro/Hot Dog, My Generation Others: ---------------------- Full Nelson, Livin' It Up, The One, Getcha Groove On, I'll Be OK Rating: 4.5

The Rolling Stones by The Rolling Stones
Apr 24 2023

Not Fade Away is the only Jagger/Richards written song. Little by Little was written for the Rolling Stones. The rest of the album contains covers. They do well with the covers and make them Rolling Stones songs, but their more original works later are much better. 3/5

Django Django by Django Django
Apr 25 2023

I'd give this a listen again. Never heard of them before. Some songs, like Zumm Zumm, sound like the soundtrack to a video game. Standouts: None Others: Hail Bop, Default, Firewater, Zumm Zumm, Rating: 3/5

Fishscale by Ghostface Killah
Apr 26 2023

Total crap. One of the few 1 star albums on this list. Singles: -------------------------------------- Be Easy Back Like That

For Your Pleasure by Roxy Music
Apr 27 2023

Roxy Music's second album. From England. Genre : Art rock, glam rock, art pop Single: Do the Strand (#23 NL, #43 GER) Notable Songs: Do the Strand, In Every Dream Home is a Heartache 3/5

Apr 28 2023

It's Live, It's a Greatest Hits album (basically). Of course it's going to be good. Standouts: Where Did You Sleep Last Night, Something in the Way, All Apologies, The Man Who Sold the World, Plateau, Oh Me, Pennyroyal Tea, Dumb, Poly, Come as You Are, About a Girl, Lake of Fire Some of the best songs on the album are the covers (non-Nirvana) songs. Rating: 3.5/5

Dookie by Green Day
Apr 29 2023

Green Day is from CA, USA Genre: Punk, rock, pop-punk, skate punk This is their 3rd studio album. Singles from Dookie: ----------------------- Longview (#1 US Alt, #36 USA, #30 UK) Welcome to Paradise (#7 US Alt, #56 USA, #20 UK) Basket Case (#1 US Alt, #56 USA, #7 UK) When I Come Around (#1 US Alt, #6 USA, #27 UK) She (#5 US Alt, #41 USA) 3.5

Bookends by Simon & Garfunkel
Apr 30 2023

Not their best, but good.

Nevermind by Nirvana
May 01 2023

Yep, classic Nirvana. Classic little penis album cover. Standouts: Smells Like Teen Spirit, Come as You Are, Lithium, In Bloom, Poly, Drain You, Something in the Way Rating: 4.5/5

Arrival by ABBA
May 02 2023

ABBA was unbelievable in the late 1970s - worldwide. This album features Dancing Queen, Money, Money, Money, Knowing Me, Knowing You. Which are all great songs. The rest of the album is catchy and was probably pretty amazing back when it came out. 3.5/5

Vespertine by Björk
May 03 2023

3/5 Sometimes good, sometimes just weird. It's Bjork

A Northern Soul by The Verve
May 04 2023

Really didn't care much for this one. I'm still open to hearing it again, but for now, it's just a 2.5 / 5

Olympia 64 by Jacques Brel
May 06 2023

It's French and old French at that. Hard for someone like me to get into. For me just a 2.5

Pelican West by Haircut 100
May 07 2023

Haircut One Hundred is from London, England Genre: New wave I was a huge fan of the song Love Plus One when it came out. I was shocked that it wasn't a bigger hit in the USA. As much as I liked the song, I never heard anything else from them - ever. So this is the first listen of this album for me. I've been looking forward to hearing it. Standouts: Love Plus One Singles: -------------------------------------- Favourite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl) (#4 UK) Love Plus One (#3 UK, #37 USA) Fantastic Day (#9 UK) 2.5

Feast of Wire by Calexico
May 08 2023

Never heard of this before, but good. I enjoyed it. 3/5

Homework by Daft Punk
May 09 2023

Wow. Fantastic sounds! Not sure it is music, but it sounds great - especially with the headphones on. With headphones 4/5 Without headphones 2.5/5 Average 3.5

Pacific Ocean Blue by Dennis Wilson
May 10 2023

This is definitely not a Beach Boys album! Thankfully! It is FAN-FUCKING-TASTIC! My third Listen. This is one that definitely has gotten better each time. I went from a 3/5 to 3.5/5 and now I think I am easily ready to give this a 4/5. I would have never heard this if it wasn't for this crazy list. It has become a favorite of mine. I'll keep it in my playlist in the future. Standouts: Thoughts of You, Farewell My Friend, Time, You and I, River Song, Friday Night, End of the Show I LOVE the songs: Thoughts of You, Farewell My Friend, Time and You and I. There are also several others that I think are better than average as well. 4/5

Superfly by Curtis Mayfield
May 11 2023

Isaac Hayes’ Shaft and Curtis Mayfield’s Super Fly are two classics of progressive soul and they came out within a year of one another. Ah good times. This is great. Standouts: Super Fly, Freddie’s Dead, Pusherman 3.5/5

The Suburbs by Arcade Fire
May 12 2023

Arcade Fire is from Canada. This is their third album. They have three albums on the 1001 list. Singles from The Suburbs ------------------------------------- The Suburbs"/"Month of May (#94 CAN) We Used to Wait (#75 UK) Ready to Start (#67 UK) City with No Children Speaking in Tongues Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains) Standouts: Rating: 3/5

1977 by Ash
May 13 2023

3/5

xx by The xx
May 16 2023

So are they The XX's or The X, X? I don't know them at all. I thought the album was a very easy listen. I like their style and the songs all seem like songs I would like to just listen to again and again. I was kind of surprised! Pleasantly! Singles from xx ---------------------------- Crystalised - (#14 UK Indie, #37 US Alt) Basic Space DNC Islands (#3 UK Indie, #34 UK) VCR (#15 UK Indie, #132 UK) Rating: 3.5

Bummed by Happy Mondays
May 17 2023

Humdrum. 2.5

At Mister Kelly's by Sarah Vaughan
May 18 2023

A wonderful listening experience. Almost felt like I was at Mister Kelly's in person. Nice to listen to once, but this isn't going to be one that I listen to all day today. 3/5

Remedy by Basement Jaxx
May 19 2023

3/5

Bright Flight by Silver Jews
May 20 2023

First time hearing this one. Sounds great. 3.5/5

Fear and Whiskey by Mekons
May 21 2023

Really enjoyed this one. I was surprised that this was released in 1985. It almost seems more modern. I look forward to hearing more of this one. Standouts: It’s Hard to be Human Again, Darkness and Doubt, 3/5

Foo Fighters by Foo Fighters
May 23 2023

Good Foo Fighters album. 3/5

NEU! 75 by Neu!
May 25 2023

Really good! I especially love the side 1 tracks. Standouts: Isi, Seeland, Leb' Wohl, Hero. Singles: -------------------- Isi (Failed to chart) 3.5

Sail Away by Randy Newman
May 26 2023

Solid. Nice album. I feel like I’m watching a Pixar movie while listening though…..

May 27 2023

2nd time hearing this one. It has impressed me. I thought I was going to hate it, but it isn’t bad at all. Some songs are much better than others and there is kind of a boring feel at times but overall, I enjoyed it. Standouts: Sunworshipper, Drop the Pressure, In My Arms, Destroy Rock and Roll, Others: Guilty of Love, Otto’s Journey, Musclecar, Doctor Pressure. Rating: 3.5

Step In The Arena by Gang Starr
May 28 2023

Never heard of these guys. Good old school Rap/Hip Hop Singles: ------------------------------- Just to Get a Rep (#5 US RAP) Take a Rest (#63 UK) Lovesick (#11 US Rap., #50 UK) Step in the Arena (#5 US Rap) Who's Gonna Take the Weight? (#9 US Rap) 3/5

Walking Wounded by Everything But The Girl
May 29 2023

Singles: ------------------------------------ Walking Wounded (#6 UK) Wrong (#68 US, #8 UK) Single (#20 UK) Before Today (#25 UK) Standouts: Before Today, Others: Wrong, Single, Walking Wounded.

Truth And Soul by Fishbone
May 31 2023

Genre: Funk rock, hard rock, ska Great vocals. Interesting mix of funk, soul, ska and hard rock. Standouts: Freddie's Dead Others: Ma & Pa, Pouring Rain, I Like To Hide Behind My Glasses, Bonin in the Boneyard, Ghetto Soundwave, Change, One Day Singles: ---------------------------- Freddie's Dead Ma and Pa (#95 UK) Change One Day Bonin' in the Boneyard 3.5/5

Mask by Bauhaus
Jun 01 2023

2.5/5 Eh. Might be ok after I hear more of it.

Pornography by The Cure
Jun 02 2023

I consider myself a fan of the Cure, but I barely even knew this album existed. It contains three songs that are considered in the top 50 songs by cure: The Figurehead, The Hanging Garden and One Hundred Years. None of these songs are familiar to me. So, I am taking back my 'fan' status. A real fan would know this stuff! The Cure has a great sound. Very unique. I am shocked that this album is on the list but, Kiss Me Kiss Me Kiss Me isn't! Standouts: The Figurehead, The Hanging Garden, One Hundred Years. 3/5

Trafalgar by Bee Gees
Jun 05 2023

Love it. Really want to hear more. So different than the disco era group. 3/5

One of the most amazing debut albums ever. So many great songs… what happened to him after this? Standouts: Wishing Well, If You Let Me Stay, Rain, Dance Little Sister, Sign Your Name, Who’s Loving You, If You All Get To Heaven. Wow. 4.5/5

Slayed? by Slade
Jun 11 2023

Quiet Riot covered a couple of their songs, so that’s the main reason I even heard of this band. They did have a hit in the 80s in the USA with Run Runaway. I can definitely hear why some have compared them to T. Rex, with a little more heavy edge. It isn’t bad…. 3/5

Aha Shake Heartbreak by Kings of Leon
Jun 12 2023

The vocals are distracting. The sings really do do much for me. It seems very average. 2.5/5 Standouts: (none).

Soul Mining by The The
Jun 13 2023

It’s classic but dated. 3.5

Freak Out! by The Mothers Of Invention
Jun 16 2023

Different. Mostly in a good way. 3.5

Quiet Life by Japan
Jun 19 2023

This album came out over years before Duran Duran hit the music scene. When I first heard the album, I thought they were just a Duran Duran copycat.... uh, maybe it is the other way around. This album is quiet excellent! Standouts: Rating: 3.5

Ocean Rain by Echo And The Bunnymen
Jun 22 2023

Above average. First few songs are really great! 3.5

Faith by George Michael
Jun 25 2023

Love it

A Wizard, A True Star by Todd Rundgren
Jun 28 2023

Mostly good/very good. One track I do not like and really doesn't fit with the album is the Medley. Other than that is is really enjoyable and interesting. 3.5/5 Standouts: Sometimes I Don't Know What To Feel, Just One Victory, I Don't Want to Tie You Down Others (There are quite a few other good songs): International Feel, Never Never Land, Tic Tic Tic it Wears Off, You Need Your Head, You Don't Have to Camp Around, Zen Archer, Just Another Onion Dead; Da da Dali, When the Shit hits the Fan; Sunset Blvd,

Imperial Bedroom by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Jun 29 2023

3.5 Solid by the other Elvis.

Sheet Music by 10cc
Jun 30 2023

What a fun listen. Full of great music, great sounds and just fun lyrics. I look forward to listening to this one again! Standouts: Wall Street Shuffle, The Worst Band in the World, Silly Love Other good ones: Hotel, Old Wild Men, Clockwork Creep, Somewhere in Hollywood, Baron Samedi, The Sacro-IIiac, Oh Effendi. 3.5/5

Destroyer by KISS
Jul 01 2023

This album changed Rock n Roll forever. Looking back on it now, it is hard to remember just how much of a big deal this album was. Standouts: Beth, Shout it Out Loud, Detroit Rock City Good to listen to, but it has lost a bit of 'bigness' after all these years. 3.5/5

Basket of Light by Pentangle
Jul 03 2023

Not a fan of 1960s folk music. This is better than some others though. 2.5

Our Aim Is To Satisfy by Red Snapper
Jul 04 2023

Fist time through this one I wasn’t impressed. The more I listen the better I am enjoying it. Favorites: Keeping Pigs Together Others: Some Kind of Kink, Don’t Go Nowhere, The Rough and the Quick 3/5

Your Arsenal by Morrissey
Jul 05 2023

Good! This one rocks more than I expected. Standouts: Glamorous Glue, Tomorrow Others: You’re Gonna Need Someone on You Side, We’ll Let You Know, Certain People I Know, We Hate it When Our Friends Become Successful, You’re the One For Me, Fatty. Seasick, Yet Still Docked, I Know It’s Going to Happen Someday 3/5

American Idiot by Green Day
Jul 06 2023

Pretty much a modern classic. 4/5 Singles: ------------------------------------------------------- "American Idiot" (US ALT #1, UK #3) "Boulevard of Broken Dreams" (#5 UK, #1 US ALT, #1 US Pop 100) "Holiday" (#11 UK, #1 US ALT and Mainstream Rock) "Wake Me Up When September Ends" (#8 UK, #2 US ALT) "Jesus of Suburbia" (#17 UK, #27 US ALT)

Songs In The Key Of Life by Stevie Wonder
Jul 07 2023

A lot of songs…. Maybe too many. There are quite a few classics here though too.. Standouts: Sir Duke, Isn’t She Lovely, As, I Wish, Pastime Paradise, Village Ghetto Land 3.5/5

Triangle by The Beau Brummels
Jul 08 2023

First Listen. Album #1016 for me. Never heard of the band or any of the songs before today. The album's single "Magic Hollow" did not chart. 2.5/5

Meat Puppets II by Meat Puppets
Jul 09 2023

Fist time through this one I wasn’t impressed. The more I listen the better I am enjoying it. Favorites: Keeping Pigs Together Others: Some Kind of Kink, Don’t Go Nowhere, The Rough and the Quick 3/5

White Light by Gene Clark
Jul 12 2023

It's a boring kind of nice... I am sure that if I listened to it enough I would like it, but so far.... I'm just not feeling it. 2.5

Green by R.E.M.
Jul 14 2023

Pretty damn good! Standouts: Pop Song '89, Stand, Orange Crush, Get Up. 4/5

Jul 15 2023

Takes a while to get into (for me). It is something I'd definitely add to a mood music playlist. But not great. 2.5

You're Living All Over Me by Dinosaur Jr.
Jul 16 2023

Second time hearing this one. Still hasn't done anything for me. Which is odd, because this is a genre that I usually prefer. Maybe third listen will do it more justice for me. Standouts: None 2.5/5

Too Rye Ay by Dexys Midnight Runners
Jul 17 2023

A soulful new wave album that brought Dexys Midnight Runners to an American audience thanks to the hit Come on Eileen. Standouts: Come on Eileen, The Celtic Soul Brothers, Jackie Wilson Said. Wonderful album. Fresh sound. 4/5

Jul 18 2023

Standouts: Respect, A Change is Gonna Come, I Never Loved a Man, Do Right Woman Do Right Man. The album is solid. Just not something I would listen to often. 3.5/5

Back In Black by AC/DC
Jul 21 2023

Out of 1001 albums there are only 70 albums that I have given 5 stars to. This is one of them. Out of those 70 there are maybe 5 or 6 that I would consider the absolute best and give them a ranking above all the other (call them a 6 rating out of 5, or a 5+...whatever you want to call it.) THIS is one of those albums. It was phenomenal when it was released and it has stayed strong over the 43 years since its release. Ultimate Classics: Back in Black, You Shook Me All Night Long and Hell's Bells. Other Standouts: Shoot to Thrill, Given The Dog A Bone, Have a Drink on Me, and What Do You Do For Money Honey. Still other great tracks: Let Me Put My Love Into You, and Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution. Yes. That's every song on the album. Classic among classics! Crem de la crem!

Van Halen by Van Halen
Jul 22 2023

Brilliant. 5/5

So by Peter Gabriel
Jul 23 2023

I've had this album for years and never heard This is the Picture before. It was added years later. So, not really counting that one for the score. Standouts: Red Rain, Sledgehammer, Don't Give Up, In Your Eyes, Big Time Others: That Voice Again Mercy Street We Do What We're Told *This Is the Picture Rating: 4/5

Seventeen Seconds by The Cure
Jul 24 2023

Been a long time since I heard this one. This is good! Really early from The Cure. A Forest is a genuine classic. Standouts: A Forest, Play for Today. But all of the songs have that unique early Cure sound and it's amazing. I really wish I could just keep listening to this one. I need to know it better! 4/5

Nowhere by Ride
Jul 25 2023

Nowhere, kind of like where this album takes you. It isn't bad. I've heard this album a few times. It does get better with each listen and there are a couple of better than the rest kind of songs... Overall 3/5

Slippery When Wet by Bon Jovi
Jul 26 2023

Almost perfect. 4.5/5 Standouts: You Give Love a Bad Name, Livin' on a Prayer, Wanted Dead or Alive, Never Say Goodbye, Let it Rock, Raise Your Hands, I'd Die for You So iconic, maybe a little overplayed over the years.

The Poet by Bobby Womack
Jul 27 2023

Not really much for me. 2.5

Pearl by Janis Joplin
Jul 28 2023

I always knew this was a classic, and I do know a few of the songs. I have heard the album before, probably several times, but until now, i never really thought it was great. But it is. Standouts: Me and Bobby McGee, Mercedes Benz, Cry Baby, Move Over, Half Moon, Buried Alive in the Blues, My Baby. 4/5

What's Going On by Marvin Gaye
Jul 29 2023

A couple classics on this one. The rest is fine. 3.5/5

Beauty And The Beat by The Go-Go's
Jul 30 2023

A simple classic. Standouts: We Got the Beat, Our Lips are Sealed, This Town, Automatic, Others: How Much More, Tonight, Lust to Love, Fading Fast, You Can't Walk in Your Sleep, Skidmarks on My Heart, Can't Stop the World B-side of Our Lips are Sealed: Surfing and Spying. It is a fun listen. I had this when it came out and it was played to death. The songs never get old. They never released anything that comes close to this. 5/5

Aug 01 2023

First time I heard this album I thought it was nice.... but, over the past year I've become a fan. Both of their albums on this list are really great. Standouts: Playground Love, Empty House, Dead Bodies, Suicide Underground. 4/5

In Our Heads by Hot Chip
Aug 02 2023

New one for me. Best tracks: Look at Where We Are, Night and Day, 2.5

Aug 03 2023

Ahead of its time. This sounds like a mid80s classic country album. Great smooth country with just a little twang. Standouts: Boxcars, Tonight I Think I’m Going to Go Downtown, Honky Tonk Masquerade, Damn Good! 3.5/5

Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness by The Smashing Pumpkins
Aug 04 2023

First time I heard this album, I thought it was too long. Now, after getting to know the album better...it's still long, but there are a lot of really great songs. I think this could become something really great for me. Still getting to know it. Standouts: 1979, Bullet with Butterfly Wings, Thirty-Three, Zero, Tonight Tonight, Muzzle. Others: Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, Jellybelly, Here is No Why, Fuck You, Galapogos, Take Me Down, Through the Eyes of Ruby, Stumbleine, We Only Come out at Night, By Starlight Rating: 4/5

Dare! by The Human League
Aug 05 2023

One of my favorites! Standouts: Don't You Want Me, The Things That Dreams are Made of, The Sound of the Crowd, Love Action, Seconds, Open Your Heart, Get Carter/I Am the Law, Do or Die, Darkness and Hard Times (Bonus). Yes. It is an amazing album. Start to finish, it is absolutely perfect. This was one the first albums I ever bought. It will always be special to me. 5/5

Songs For Swingin' Lovers! by Frank Sinatra
Aug 06 2023

Smooth Frank, very smooth. Standouts: You Make Me Feel So Young, I've Got You Under My Skin, Makin' Whoopee, Anything Goes, You're Getting to be a Habit With Me, Pennies From Heaven, How About You? 4/5

Stankonia by OutKast
Aug 08 2023

This album has a few really good songs, the rest I can do without. The good ones are: B.o.B., Mrs. Jackson, and So Fresh and So Clean, I’ll Call Before I Come. Mrs. Jackson brings back great memories! 3/5

Wonderful Rainbow by Lightning Bolt
Aug 09 2023

Horrible Rainbow…. Assassins, at least sounds pretty interesting…. There are definitely worse albums on this list and there are a couple that are similar to this one, but at least this one has some rhythm to it. It is listenable, but you really have to be in the right mood for it. 2.5/5

Dirt by Alice In Chains
Aug 11 2023

First time I heard it I just thought it was loud and hard. Then I listened again and it was still loud and hard, but I really got into it. Some great tracks! 3.5

The Low End Theory by A Tribe Called Quest
Aug 12 2023

Outstanding old school rap/hip hop. Standouts: Check the Rhime, Jazz (We Got), Scenario. Solid album, great beats. Thoroughly enjoyed this one. I can't believe I never heard it until now! 3.5/5

Aug 13 2023

I love this album right from the start. Wow. Really don't know Lana Del Rey at all...I'm an instant fan. Standouts: White Dress, Chemtrails over the Country Club, Let Me Love You Like a Woman, Tulsa Jesus Freak, Wild at Heart, Not All Who Wander Are Lost, Yosemite, Breaking Up Slowly, Dance Till We Die, For Free. I love the whole album. 4/5

Dire Straits by Dire Straits
Aug 14 2023

Iconic sound. The album that introduced us to Dire Straits. Standouts: Sultans of Swing, Down to the Waterline, Water of Love, 3.5

Don't Stand Me Down by Dexys Midnight Runners
Aug 15 2023

Standouts: Kevin Rowland's 13th Time, One of Those Things. 3/5

Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stones
Aug 18 2023

A few great songs. The rest is good. 3.5

Antichrist Superstar by Marilyn Manson
Aug 19 2023

Unique style.... Standouts: Beautiful People, Tourniquet Rating: 3/5

LP1 by FKA twigs
Aug 20 2023
Justified by Justin Timberlake
Aug 21 2023

JT is Justin Timberlake and this album is JT, Just Terrific. I know a few of the songs from the radio but the others were new to me. He has got quite a great sound on this album. I was reminded of the 1970s Stevie Wonder and the 1980s Michael Jackson while listening to this album. 4/5

I Should Coco by Supergrass
Aug 22 2023

3rd Listen: Previous ratings: 2/5, 3/5 Standouts: Alright, Mansize Rooster, Caught by the Fuzz, Lose It, Lenny. Rating: 3.5/5

Caetano Veloso by Caetano Veloso
Aug 24 2023

Solid album. 3/5 Standouts: Tropicália, and oy loco por ti, América

Trout Mask Replica by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Aug 25 2023

3.5 Yes, I gave this a 3.5. It isn't bad. It's weird but good in its own very unique way. I think this album is hard to get used to. This first time I head it I thought, "What the hell is this?" but over time, and after many listens, I start to feel like this one is better than I initially gave it credit for. More time might raise my score but for now, I'm good with 3.5

Heroes by David Bowie
Aug 26 2023

Songs considered the best on the album. These songs appear on some of the best of David Bowie lists I found online. Heroes, Joe the Lion, V-2 Schneider, Beauty and the Beast.

Scream, Dracula, Scream by Rocket From The Crypt
Aug 27 2023

Heard this album a few times now. Nothing really stands out, but it's pretty good for 1990s punk. The songs are longer than your typical punk songs and some have some catchy riffs. The best song, Used, is probably the least punk-sounding song on the album. Standouts: Used, Born in '69, On a Rope. Rating: 3/5

Duck Stab/Buster & Glen by The Residents
Sep 02 2023

Interesting album. At first I thought it was a joke. There is somewhat of somewhat of a comparison to Frank Zappa or Captain Beefheart. The music seems odd when you first hear it but as you become familiar with it, you start to appreciate the oddness and recognize the talent that is behind it. A song like Birthday Boy sounds like something you would hear on the Dr. Demento show back during that era. 3/5

Da Capo by Love
Sep 03 2023

Might be ok afer i hear more of it…..2.5

m b v by My Bloody Valentine
Sep 04 2023

3/5

Night Life by Ray Price
Sep 05 2023

2.5 "It's not my bag baby" - Austin Powers.

Peggy Suicide by Julian Cope
Sep 06 2023

This album contains none of Julian Cope's most well known songs...but, it still has some good ones... Standouts: Pristine Others: Beautiful Love, Head, If You Loved Me At All, East Easy Rider, Soldier Blue, Promised Land, You..., 3.5/5

Faust IV by Faust
Sep 07 2023

I don't think I really needed to hear that before I die. I listened several times - and really wanted to like it - but, it fell short for me. I'll give it 3/5 just because I think I might need to hear it another 100x to appreciate it.

One World by John Martyn
Sep 09 2023

Very nice. 3/5

Microshift by Hookworms
Sep 11 2023

Very enjoyable 3.5

The Modern Dance by Pere Ubu
Sep 12 2023

Never heard of these guys before this project. Great stuff - the more I hear it the better it gets! Standouts: The Modern Dance, Real World, Humor Me, Non-Alignment Pact, Laughing, Life Stinks, Over My Head, Sentimental Journey. 4/5

Dub Housing by Pere Ubu
Sep 13 2023

A couple of weeks ago I really didn't know these guys, now, I've heard two of their albums and am becoming a fan! Modern Dance is better than this one, but still pretty damn interesting. Standout: Navvy Others: Dub Housing, I Will Wait, Codex, 3.5/5

Tellin’ Stories by The Charlatans
Sep 15 2023

This is one of the best Oasis album's I've heard.... wait? What? Charlatans? Never heard of them! It's fine. Not a very original sound, but listenable. 3/5

Lust For Life by Iggy Pop
Sep 16 2023

Standouts: Lust for Life, The Passenger, Tonight. And I think Turn Blue is a damn good one too!

Kenza by Khaled
Sep 17 2023

I live in Qatar and Arabic music is all around. I choose not to listen. This is better than expected, but not really something I'd ever listen to. Ever. El Harba Wine is a nice listen. I like the male-female contrast in sounds. C'est la nuit - a French song. Whew, thank you. Very nice. Some songs should not be messed with... Imagine someone trying to remake the John Lennon classic, in a foreign language. Oh but I liked it! Quite a lot. Definitely my favorite from the album. The rest of the album is just ok. 3/5

Ace of Spades by Motörhead
Sep 18 2023

Ace of Spades is good. The rest is relentless pounding without any satisfaction.

Brothers by The Black Keys
Sep 19 2023

3.5 Very good

Street Life by The Crusaders
Sep 20 2023

Street Life is good, a bit long… The rest of the songs are good background music but not much else.

Ill Communication by Beastie Boys
Sep 21 2023

Really appreciate their style. Standouts: Sabotage, Sure Shot, Others: Tough Guy, B-Boys Makin’ With the Freak Freak, Ricky’s Theme, Heartattack Man, Shsmbala, Bodhisvatta Vow

Scissor Sisters by Scissor Sisters
Sep 22 2023

Never heard of them before. Standouts: Take Your Mama, Comfortably Numb, Return to Oz Others: Laura, Mary, Lovers in the Backseat, Filthy/Gorgeous, It Can’t come quickly enough. 3.5/5

Talking Timbuktu by Ali Farka Touré
Sep 23 2023

Not one I know…. Interesting sounds. I get those Paul Simon vibes when he collaborated with the Africans on his album. Standouts: Soukora Very Strong for a foreign album by someone I don’t know. 3/5

Sep 24 2023

A very different Pink Floyd than I ever knew. This early stuff was really difficult to get into at first. BUT, after I listened a few times, I started hearing little bits of the Pink Floyd that I did know...very subtlety. Standouts: Astronomy Domine, Interstellar Overdrive Others: Mathilda Mother, Lucifer Sam, Flaming, Take Up Thy Statoscope and Walk, The Gnome

Devotional Songs by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
Sep 25 2023

No. Thank you, but no. Not even close to anything I'd ever want to hear again. 2/5

Sep 26 2023

Album number: 1048 First listen for this album. I know XTC and have never really been a big fan - until now. This album is something really terrific. Even without a well-known hit single. Every song on the album is quite nice to listen to. Standouts: River of Orchids, I'd Like That, Your Dictionary, Others: Easter Theatre, Knights in Shining Karma, Frivolous Tonight, Greenman, Fruit Nut, I Can't Own Her, Harvest Festival, The Last Balloon. River of Orchids is simply fantastic. What a powerful way to start the album. Complex and beautifully arranged. It sets the tone for the rest of the album. 3.75/5

Fly Or Die by N.E.R.D
Sep 27 2023

Average but entertaining. 3/5

Alien Lanes by Guided By Voices
Sep 28 2023

A lot of short songs like you expect to hear on a 1970s punk rock album. The music was pretty good. Nothing really stands out though. 3.5

Young Americans by David Bowie
Sep 29 2023

Standouts: Fame, Young Americans, Win. Others: Across the Universe 3.5

Konnichiwa by Skepta
Sep 30 2023

It's alright...

Cloud Nine by The Temptations
Oct 04 2023

Really great listen. Standouts: I Heard it Through the Grapevine, Cloud Nine. 4/5

Bug by Dinosaur Jr.
Oct 05 2023

Heard this album a few times and it just does nothing for me. Standouts: None Not Bad: Freak Scene 2.5

Eagles by Eagles
Oct 06 2023
Murder Ballads by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Oct 07 2023

Love this album, So many great tracks! Standouts: Where The Wild Roses Grow, Henry Lee, Crow Janes, Stagger Lee, The Curse of Millhaven, The Kindness of Strangers, Death is Not The End Others: Song of Joy, O'Malley's Bar 4.5

Sound Affects by The Jam
Oct 08 2023

Very good. Standouts: That's Entertainment, Start!, Monday, Man in a Corner Shop, Boy About Town 3.5

Liege And Lief by Fairport Convention
Oct 09 2023

First Listen Folk Rock Band From England 1969 Standouts: Matty Groves, Tam Lin, Crazy Man Michael, Come All Ye Not a fan of Folk music, but this was better than expected. 3/5

The Number Of The Beast by Iron Maiden
Oct 10 2023

Iron Maiden Heavy Metal 1982 Standouts: Number of the Beast, Run to The Hills Others: Children of the Damned, The Prisoner, 22 Arcadia Avenue, Gangland Very good. 3.75

Vulnicura by Björk
Oct 11 2023

3rd Listen Bjork from Iceland Genre: Electronic, avant-garde, ambient She is so weird is works.... Her style is unique - nobody can ever copy her. This is definitely a mood album. You have to be in the right frame of mind to just sit and listen to it ... or just play it in the background while to contemplate something critical or dark in your life. Standouts: Black Lake, Stonemilker, Lionsong. 4/5

No Other by Gene Clark
Oct 12 2023

3rd Listen: 3, 2 Gene Clark Genre: Folk rock, country rock, soul, R&B, gospel 1974 Gene was a member of the Byrds. Standouts: Silver Raven, No Other, Life's Greatest Fool, Some Misunderstanding The track No Other is a great Rock song, Silver Raven is somewhere between rock and Country and Life's Greatest Fool is a good Country song. Very diverse. After listening to this album a few times and being kind of confused about what kind of album it is...I started really liking it. 4/5

Beautiful Freak by Eels
Oct 13 2023

Eels from the USA Genre: Alternative Rock 1996 2nd Listen: 3 Standouts: Susan's House, Novocaine for the Soul, Beautiful Freak, Spunky, Your Lucky Day in Hell Others: Rags to Rags, Not Ready Yet, My Beloved Monster, Flower, Mental, Manchild Rating: 4.5/5

L.A. Woman by The Doors
Oct 14 2023

The Doors 1971 Genre : Blues Rock 1971 Standouts: Riders on the Storm, Love Her Madly, L. A. Woman, L'America, The WASP (Texas Radio and the Big Beat). Others: The Changeling, Been Down So Long, Cars Hiss By My Window, Hyacinth House, Crawling King Snake,

Throbbing Gristle Genre: Industrial 1978 3rd Listen: 2, 2.5 Standouts: AB/7A Others: Weeping, I.B.M., Hit by a Rock, Valley of the Shadow of Death, Walls of Sound Love the child porn calendar...they have balls. 3.5

Henry's Dream by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Oct 16 2023

First Listen I've heard and really enjoyed other Nick Cave albums. This one, after first listens, doesn't really seem to be as good as the others. Still, it's Nick Cave - so I have some pretty high expectations. Standouts: Straight to You, I Had a Dream Joe I'll have to keep listening to this one... 3/5

Fever Ray by Fever Ray
Oct 17 2023

It's funny to look at the reviews others have left because I have been on both sides of this one. First I thought it was boring as hell, now I quite enjoy it. 3rd Listen. Third time is a charm, because the first couple times I heard it I was unimpressed. This time I really got it and enjoyed it. Can't wait to hear more of it. 3.5/5

Third by Soft Machine
Oct 18 2023

Soft Machine, 1970, Double LP (4 songs) 2nd Listen (3) Genre: Jazz rock, Progressive rock, Electronic The bonus CD ups the song total to 7. The original double album contained one song per side and it is very much a prog rock album. That being said, it is not for everyone. The first song, Facelift, is the most difficult to get through. The rest of the album is better. The first two tracks seems great to put on in the background when you are studying or just want to relax or sleep... The third song, Moon in June, is more progressive rock than jazz. It's probably the best song on the album (to me). Solid 3/5

Blackstar by David Bowie
Oct 19 2023

David Bowie, Darkstar His 26th and final studio album.... RIP 2016 Fantastic. Standouts: Darkstar, Lazarus, I Can't Give Everything Away, Dollar Days 4/5

Bad Company by Bad Company
Oct 21 2023

Classic! Standouts: Can’t Get Enough, Ready For Love, Bad Company, Movin’ On, Others: Rock Steady, Don’t Let Me Down, The Way I Choose, Seagull 4.5

The Yes Album by Yes
Oct 22 2023

Progressive Rock album, in general, take a little longer to get into an enjoy for me. I've heard this album many times...but some of the songs just don't stick with me. It's really great, once you get into it. Just give it time and listen ... really listen. Standouts: I've Seen All Good People (Your Move, All Good People), Others: Starship Trooper, Yours is no Disgrace, Clap, A Venture. 3.75/5

Bubble And Scrape by Sebadoh
Oct 23 2023

Sebadoh is an American Indie Rock band First Listen Genre: Indie Rock 1993 Single: Soul and Fire Standouts: Soul and Fire Rating: 3/5

Tank Battles by Dagmar Krause
Oct 24 2023

The CIA should use this to torture prisoners. It's like they put the sound of fingernails scratching down the chalkboard to music. I did not like it. Is it bad music? No, it is just for a very certain audience. Not me. 2/5

Want Two by Rufus Wainwright
Oct 25 2023

Waaaaayyyyy better than Want One. Took me a few times to start really liking it, but when I did, I started really liking it! Standouts: Little Sister, The Art Teacher, 4/5

Suzanne Vega by Suzanne Vega
Oct 27 2023

Great sounding album. What a voice. Really reminds of of Jewel singing on Pieces of You. Amazing. Standouts: Marlene on the Wall, Cracking The whole album is special. Really going to keep this one in my rotation!

Talk Talk Talk by The Psychedelic Furs
Oct 29 2023

3/5 Good sound, but a lot of the same throughout the LP.

Electric by The Cult
Oct 30 2023

Some songs sound like they have AC/DC style riffs. Pretty damn good. Had no clue I was going to like this! 3.5

Idlewild by Everything But The Girl
Oct 31 2023

Standouts: The Night I Heard Caruso Sing, I Don't Wanna Talk About It, Shadow on a Harvest Moon, Apron Strings. Some of the songs are just "too 80s" sounding and it really hurts to hear it now. 3/5

In A Silent Way by Miles Davis
Nov 01 2023

I've heard this album before. Really, you have to be in the mood for jazz to really get into it and appreciate it. Today was my day. I thought it was fantastic. What a journey. What a lineup of musicians: Miles Davis – trumpet Wayne Shorter – soprano saxophone John McLaughlin – electric guitar Chick Corea – electric piano Herbie Hancock – electric piano Joe Zawinul – electric piano, organ Dave Holland – double bass Tony Williams – drums 4/5

Led Zeppelin II by Led Zeppelin
Nov 02 2023

One of the best albums ever! 5/5

The ArchAndroid by Janelle Monáe
Nov 03 2023

Standouts: Sir Greenhouse, Oh Maker, Cold War, Tightrope, Mushrooms & Roses, 57821, 3.5

Rip It Up by Orange Juice
Nov 04 2023

Orange Juice Genre: New Wave, Post Punk 2nd time hearing this one. 1982 Standouts: Rip it Up Others: I Can't Help Myself, Louise Louise, Tenterhook, A Million Pleading Faces, Mud In Your Eye, Turn Away, Breakfast Time, Has a very-80s sound to it. A lot of "just fine" songs. Not much really stands out except for the title track. I'm sure if you listen enough to this one, it will grow on you. Rating: 3.5/5

Maggot Brain by Funkadelic
Nov 05 2023

Gets better each time I heard it! Standouts: Maggot Brain, Can You Get That, Hit it and Quit it, You and Your Folks Me and My Folks, Whole Lot of B.S., I Miss My Baby Others: Super Stupid, Wars of Armageddon 4.5

It's Blitz! by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Nov 06 2023

Yeah! I like the Yeah Yeah Yeahs! 4/5

Paris 1919 by John Cale
Nov 07 2023

Not at all what I expecting! I was getting John Cale mixed up in my head with J.J. Cale... I like this Cale better! 3/5

Medúlla by Björk
Nov 08 2023

Wow. She is just so .... different. First time hearing this one. I have a favorable opinion of her and her music so I go into each album knowing it's going to be weird, but probably weirdly good. This one was no exception. I don't know any of the songs. The singles: Who is it and Triumph of the Heart sound ok, but definitely not the most interesting songs on the album. But, I need more time with this one. Very nice first listen. 3/5

The Coral by The Coral
Nov 09 2023

They seem like a 60s rock band that transported to the 21st century. Well, there is a song called Time Travel on the album.... Standouts: Dreaming of You, I Remember When, Goodbye, Wildfire. Others: Waiting for the Heartaches, Skeleton Key Very solid. I like it. 3.5

Darkdancer by Les Rythmes Digitales
Nov 10 2023

What the hell? I really liked this. 4/5

Joan Baez by Joan Baez
Nov 12 2023

One of the worst singers ever. Makes me wish I was deaf.

Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves
Nov 14 2023

Really great album! Standouts: Slow Burn, Butterflies, Space Cowboy, Mother, Rainbow 4/5

A Little Deeper by Ms. Dynamite
Nov 15 2023

Singles: ----------------------------- It Takes More, #7 UK Dy-Na-Mi-Tee, #5 UK Put Him Out, #19 UK Not something I'd listen too often, but it is good. 3/5

The White Room by The KLF
Nov 16 2023

Heard of them and I know the a couple of the songs. But first time hearing the album. Standouts: 3 a.m. Eternal, What Time if Love? Justified and Ancient, Last Train to Trancentral 3/5

This Year's Model by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Nov 17 2023

Standouts: Pump it Up, This Year's Girl, (I Don't Want to Go to) Chelsea, Others: Little Triggers, You Belong to Me, Hand in Hand, Living in Paradise,

Nov 18 2023

Love her. RIP Standouts: Nothing Compares 2 U, Feel So Different, Tree Babies, The Emperor's New Clothes, Black Boys on Mopeds, The Last Day of Our Acquaintance, I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got Others: I Am Stretched on Your Grave, Jump in the River, You Cause as Much Sorrow, 4.5

Bitte Orca by Dirty Projectors
Nov 19 2023

Standouts: Cannibal Resource, Others: No Intention, Temecula Sunrise, Two Doves, Useful Chamber, Fluorescent Half Dome 3.75

Eternally Yours by The Saints
Nov 21 2023

Punk Rock, with horns and harmonicas 1978 Standouts: Know Your Product, This Perfect Day Others: Lost and Found, Private Affair, No Your Product, Untitled,

Arular by M.I.A.
Nov 23 2023

Hard beats! 3.5

Deloused in the Comatorium by The Mars Volta
Nov 24 2023

Best this will ever be for me is 3/5 Heard this quite a few times. It's just barely above listenable.

Let It Bleed by The Rolling Stones
Nov 25 2023

A lot of classics on this one Classics: Gimme Shelter, Country Honk, Let it Bleed, You Can't Always Get What You Want Standouts: Midnight Rambler Others: Love in Vain 4/5

Nov 26 2023

My favorite songs on the album are Confusion, Not a Lot to Do and Railroad...some of the more mellow songs on the album. Standouts: Confusion, Railroad, Zuton Fever, You Will You Won't, Not a Lot to Do Others: Pressure Point, Remember Me, Dirty Dancehall, Moons and Horror Shows 3.5

Djam Leelii by Baaba Maal
Nov 27 2023

2.5 If there was an instrumental version of the album, I'd give it a 4/5...

Venus Luxure No. 1 Baby by Girls Against Boys
Nov 29 2023

1993 Post-Hardcore, Indie Rock Most well-known: Bullet Proof Cupid, Rockets Are Red and Seven Seas. It's fine. 3/5

Music by Madonna
Nov 30 2023

Standouts: Music, Nobody's Perfect, Don't Tell Me, What It Feels Like For A Girl, Others: I Deserve It, Gone 4/5

Skylarking by XTC
Dec 01 2023

I've never really been an XTC fan, but after listening to the albums they have on this list, I'm coming around. :) Standouts: Dear God, That's Really Super Supergirl. Others: Ballet for a Rainy Day, Season Cycle, Big Day, The Man Who Sailed Around His Soul, Grass, Dying

Liquid Swords by GZA
Dec 02 2023

Standouts: Liquid Swords, I Gotcha Back 3/5

Dec 03 2023

Never heard of these guys, not sure what to think really. It seems fine. The more I listen the better it gets... Standouts: Splash 1 (Now I'm Home), You're Gonna Miss Me 3.5

Movies by Holger Czukay
Dec 05 2023

Cool in the Pool is good, the rest is just a nice listen....

California by American Music Club
Dec 06 2023

Indie Rock with a touch of country. 1988 The songs that stood out to me: Jenny, Laughingstock, Pale Skinny Girl, Blue and Grey Shirt, Now You're Defeated, Highway 5, Last Harbor It's nice...mellow mostly. My first impression of it is favorable, but it would take time to get to know it better to really judge it properly. For now, it is a 3/5

Porcupine by Echo And The Bunnymen
Dec 07 2023

1983, Post-Punk, neo-psychedelia A couple of really good songs, and some others that grow on you after a while. Enjoyable, if you like their sound. Standouts: The Cutter (Drop in the Ocean), The Back of Love, Others: Heads Will Roll, Ripeness, My White Devil, Porcupine 4/5

Future Days by Can
Dec 08 2023

Not really sure, it's just ok. It's nice to listen to, but nothing I'd seek out unless I wanted a playlist to put me to sleep (I mean that in a good way). 3.5/5

Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode
Dec 09 2023

Full of great tracks! Standouts: Strangelove, Never Let Me Down Again, Behind the Wheel, Little 15. Others: The Things You Said, Sacred, I Want You Now. 4/5

Arise by Sepultura
Dec 10 2023

1991, Thrash metal, death metal If you like this kind of music, it has a really great sound. There is only so much of this I can handle anymore. Very Metallica-like. It does rock though! Standout: Arise 3/5

Dec 12 2023

Love FBS but I don't know this album at all. It is heavily instrumental and beat-based. Standouts: Going Out of My Head, Michael Jackson 3/5

OK by Talvin Singh
Dec 13 2023

One of the most uninteresting albums on this list. I mean it is OK (he titled it correctly), but nothing noteworthy on this album. There is not one song that I would add to any playlist at all. 2.5

Peter Gabriel 3 by Peter Gabriel
Dec 15 2023

He's so interesting. Never boring. Standouts: Biko, Games Without Frontiers, I Don't Remember, Others: Intruder, No Self Control, Family Snapshot, And Through the Wire, Not One of Us 4/5

Shleep by Robert Wyatt
Dec 17 2023

Different. It took a couple times hearing to start really getting into it. It really will take a few more though I think.... 3.5/5

Kimono My House by Sparks
Dec 18 2023

Genre: Glam rock, art rock, progressive rock, pop rock, avant-pop 1974 Singles: -------------------------------------------- This Town Ain't Big Enough for Both of Us (#2 UK) Amateur Hour (#7 UK) Hasta Mañan, Monsieur Talent Is an Asset Definitely a different sound. Not great, not bad... Once you get used to the style, it gets better. 3.5

Boston by Boston
Dec 19 2023

Classic Rock. Start to Finish this is exceptional. One of the best debut albums ever. 5-Star Songs: More Than a Feeling, Peace of Mind, Foreplay/Long Time, Smokin', Rock & Roll Band, Hitch a Ride, Let Me Take You Home Tonight 4-Star Songs: Something About You. 5/5

Go Girl Crazy by The Dictators
Dec 20 2023

Simple, fun and enjoyable. Standouts: California Sun, Next Best Thing, I Got You Babe, Back to Africa, Weekend, 4/5

Foxbase Alpha by Saint Etienne
Dec 22 2023

3.5 Standouts: Only Love Can Break Your Heart

Vanishing Point by Primal Scream
Dec 23 2023

Genre: Electronic rock, dub, neo-psychedelia, krautrock I've heard this album a few times. It has been a long journey for me to start liking it. Now, after a year or so, I can finally say that I like it... I'd like to hear more of it and I think it will start to mean something to me someday... Standouts: Kowalski, Star, Burning Wheel, Medication 3.5

1984 by Van Halen
Dec 24 2023

Standouts: 1984/Jump, Panama, I'll Wait, Hot For Teacher, Top Jimmy, Drop Dead Legs, 4.5

Dec 25 2023

Genre: Art rock, indie rock When I read "art rock" and "Indie Rock" I kinda roll my eyes...not expecting much. I have heard this album before and was fairly favorable about it. Since it came up here, I thought I'd give it a good listen and rate it justly. I couldn't image listening to the 8 disc super deluxe version though! Standouts: I am Trying to Break Your Heart, Ashes of American Flags, Heavy Metal Drummer, I'm the Man Who Loves You. Very Good! 4/5

The New Tango by Astor Piazzolla
Dec 26 2023

Beautiful and relaxing. 1987 Standouts: Operation Tango, La Muerta del Angel 3.5

Ellington at Newport by Duke Ellington
Dec 27 2023

Jeep's Blues! Wow. That song makes this album great. It's followed by another powerhouse, "Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue" 4/5

Darkness on the Edge of Town by Bruce Springsteen
Dec 28 2023

His first few albums are extremely loved by the critics and fans alike. The songs are complex and lyrics are compelling. Standouts: Darkness on the Edge of Town, Prove it All Night, Candy's Room, Badlands, Adam Raised the Cain, Racing in the Street, The Promise Land. 4.5

Solid Air by John Martyn
Dec 29 2023

Genre: Folk rock, folk jazz, folk, psychedelia I just heard his One World album last week. That one I think was better, but I have heard it more than this one. 3.5

Parachutes by Coldplay
Dec 30 2023

Coldplay, you either love them or hate them...I am more in the "love them" category. Standouts: Yellow, Trouble, Don't Panic, Shiver, 4/5

Here Are the Sonics by The Sonics
Dec 31 2023

Garage Rock from the 1960s. Some of the original songs are not bad, the covers are fine, but any band can do covers.... Their versions are a little more "garage" which gives them something unique. Have Love Will Travel is probably the best cover on the album. Originals / Standouts: The Witch, Boss Hoss, Psycho, Strychnine 3.5

En-Tact by The Shamen
Jan 01 2024

Really fun listen. Standouts: Move any Mountain, Make it Mine, Possible Worlds, Omega Amigo, 666 (edit), Make it Minimal, Progen 91 Singles: --------------------- Omega Amigo Pro-Gen Make It Mine Hyperreal Move Any Mountain

#1 Record by Big Star
Jan 02 2024

Only heard of them because they were on this list before with a different album. That other one I remember really liking. This one, well, after a few listens it got better. Standouts: Thirteen, Don't Lie to Me, India Song, When My Baby's Beside Me, Try Again. 3.5 It's very nice...

Jan 03 2024

The Cisco Kid was a friend of mine! A lot to like here. City Country City is one of those 13 plus minute songs that you, at first, think of skipping, but are glad you didn't after you heard it. What a journey through sound. Standouts: The Cisco Kid, Where Was You At, City Country City, The World is a Ghetto 4/5

A Walk Across The Rooftops by The Blue Nile
Jan 04 2024

I thought I was listening to Peter Gabriel at times.... I don't know these guys. I like Peter Gabriel so them reminding me of him was a plus for them. Standouts: A Walk Across The Rooftops, Tinseltown in the Rain, From Rags to Riches, Easter Parade, Heatwave. I Love This Life (Bonus Material). 4/5

Savane by Ali Farka Touré
Jan 06 2024

Nothing spectacular but good. 3/5

Seventh Tree by Goldfrapp
Jan 07 2024

Really good! 4/5 Standouts: Clowns, Happiness, A&E, Cologne Cerrone Houdini, Caravan Girl

My Aim Is True by Elvis Costello
Jan 08 2024

I'm always favorable when it comes to Elvis Costello. He's not quite as popular in the states as he is in Europe. Alison, Watching the Detectives and Red Shoes are classics! Standouts: Alison, Red Shoes, Watching the Detectives, Welcome to the Working Week, Less than Zero, Waiting for the World to End Very strong album! 4/5

Southern Rock Opera by Drive-By Truckers
Jan 09 2024

The Three Great Alabama Icons is a fascinating listen - I really enjoyed it. The album is pretty long, but definitely good quality music. 3.5

The Trinity Session by Cowboy Junkies
Jan 10 2024

I have always heard of the Cowboy Junkies, but did not know their music, until now. This is fantastic! Exactly what I was hoping to find when I started this project - this is album 1077 for me from the list of 1089 (the list of 1001 just isn't limited to the current list of 1001 albums, it includes others that were removed from previous editions). Standouts: Sweet Jane, Misguided Angel rating: 4/5

Jan 11 2024

This is one of those classic rock albums that I never got into. I listened to it over and over today. I think I get it now :) New favorite track: Glad. Standouts: Glad. John Barleycorn (Must Die), Freedom Rider. Empty Pages 4/5

Doggystyle by Snoop Dogg
Jan 12 2024

HATED this the first couple times I heard it. (1/5) Now, I'm thinking I might have been harsh... This is pretty good. :) (This is me eating crow).... I Still HATE those little snippets between songs... They are ignorant and horrible. Gz and Hustlas reminds me a bit of someting you'd hear from Slick Rick (from Adventure's of Slick Rick). :) Standouts: Gin and Juice, G Funk Intro, Who Am I (What's My Name), Tha Shiznit, Gz and Hustlas. 3.5

Jan 13 2024

eh Standouts: Daydreamin' Other best tracks: I Gotcha, Kick, Push, Pressure, 3/5

Jan 14 2024

Some albums just sound really good. This is one of those albums. He has an iconic sound and it translates well on each song. I don't think there are any songs that I ever heard before, but sometimes those are the best albums to listen to! 4/5

american dream by LCD Soundsystem
Jan 15 2024

First time I heard it I was not impressed, would have given it a 2/5 at best. Now I've heard it 100 times... Yeah, it's pretty great. Very diverse. No two songs are the same. 4/5

Throwing Muses by Throwing Muses
Jan 16 2024

I should like it more than I do. Standouts: Vicky's Box, Soul Soldier, Other good ones: Hate My Way, Green, Fear, Delicate Cutters I'm sure I'll come around eventually but for now: 3/5

Disraeli Gears by Cream
Jan 17 2024

Classic Rock. Eric Clapton on guitar and Ginger Baker's drums! Classics: Sunshine of Your Love, Strange Brew Other Standouts: Tales of Brave Ulysses, World Of Pain, Blue Condition, SWLABR, Outside Woman Blues, Take it Back, Mother's Lament (Such fun!). 4.5/5

Elvis Is Back by Elvis Presley
Jan 18 2024

Two is a row from 1960. This one was so much better than Joan Baez! I thought I knew a lot of Elvis. Never heard of any of these songs (by him). Overall the album is fun to listen to. It still has more of the 1950s Doo Wop sound, than any 1960s sound.... Brilliant? Nah. Just good fun, and sometimes that's good enough. Standouts: Fever. The Girl is My Best Friend, Dirty Dirty Feeling, Soldier Boy, Such a Night,

Toys In The Attic by Aerosmith
Jan 19 2024

Classic Rock. Classics: Walk this Way, Sweet Emotion, Big Ten Inch Record, You See Me Crying Standouts: Toys in the Attic, Uncle Salty. 4.5

Ys by Joanna Newsom
Jan 20 2024

3.5 So different. So good

Guitar Town by Steve Earle
Jan 21 2024

Singles ------------------------------------ Hillbilly Highway (#37 US Country) Guitar Town (#7 US Country) Someday (#28 US Country) Goodbye's All We've Got Left (#8 US Country) Standouts: Guitar Town, Think it Over, Goodbye's All We've Got Left, Hillbilly Highway, My Old Friend the Blues, Someday, Little Rock 'n' Roller, Down the Road Exceptional US Country. 4/5

The Colour Of Spring by Talk Talk
Jan 22 2024

Talk Talk. Heard of them, know a couple songs. They were not very popular in the US like they were in Europe. I don't know any of these songs. Singles: --------------------------------------- Life's What You Make It (#16 UK) Living in Another World Give It Up (#59 UK) I Don't Believe in You (#96 UK) Standouts: Life is What You Make it, April 5th, I Don't Believe in You, Give it Up 3.5

Jan 23 2024

LL Cool J. 1990 Early Hip Hop Excellent Standouts: Mama Said Knock You Out, Around the Way Girl, Jingling Baby, Eat 'em Up L. Chill, To Da Break of Dawn,

Miriam Makeba by Miriam Makeba
Jan 24 2024

A couple great songs. The rest isn't half bad either! 5/5: One More Dance, The Naughty Little Flea, House of the Rising Sun 4/5: Suliram, Where Does It Lead, One More Dance is so great and funny. Suliram is such a nice song. I have no idea what she's saying but the melody is fantastic. 3.75

Lost Souls by Doves
Jan 25 2024

2000 Genre: Indie rock, dream pop, neo-psychedelia, shoegazing, space rock. Interesting sounds. Singles: ------------------------------------------------ The Cedar Room (#33, UK) Catch the Sun (#32, UK) The Man Who Told Everything (#32, UK) Here it Comes (#73, UK) 5/5: The Cedar Room 4/5: Firesuite, Break Me Gently, The Man Who Told Everything, Catch the Sun, Sea Song, Lost Souls, A House Rating: 3.75

Jan 26 2024

1998 Genre: Art rock, glam rock, Britpop Singles: ---------------------------------- Help the Aged (#8, UK) This Is Hardcore (#12 UK) A Little Soul (#22, UK) Party Hard (#29 UK) 5/5: Help the Aged, This is Hardcore, 4/5: Party Hard, The Fear, Dishes, TV Movie, A Little Soul, I'm a Man, Silvia, Sounds a bit like Bowie at times. Rating: 4/5

I See You by The xx
Jan 27 2024

Singles: --------------- On Hold (#37 UK; #7 US Rock) Say Something Loving (#60 UK) I Dare You (#100 UK, #23 US Rock) Dangerous (#75, UK) 5/5: On Hold 4/5: Dangerous, I Dare You Rating: 3/5

Want One by Rufus Wainwright
Jan 28 2024

Interesting voice. 5/5: Oh What a World, I Don't Know What It Is, Want. 4/5: Vicious World, Pretty Things, Go or Go Ahead, Vibrate, 14th Street, Natasha, Harvester of Hearts, Beautiful Girl, 11:11 Rating: 4/5

The Atomic Mr Basie by Count Basie & His Orchestra
Jan 29 2024

Jazz, Swing, Big Band 1958 Not something I'd listen to often.... 5/5: 4/5: The Kid from Red Bank, Duet, Whirly Bird, Lil' Darlin' Rating: 3.5

Immigrés by Youssou N'Dour
Jan 30 2024

Senegalese singer and percussionist Youssou N'Dour. World Music from 1984 3/5

The Gilded Palace Of Sin by The Flying Burrito Brothers
Jan 31 2024

Graham Parsons strikes again. Country Rock, 1969 5/5: Christine's Tune (Devil in Disguise), Do Right Woman, Wheels, 4/5: Sin City, Dark End of the Street, Juanita, Do You Know How it Feels, Rating:

L'Eau Rouge by The Young Gods
Feb 01 2024

Genre: Industrial rock, dark cabaret, symphonic metal 1989 Before Listening: Not sure what to expect After it Started: Not what I was expecting.... After listening: Need to listen to that again. La fille de la mort: Interesting, haunting melody. It it an 8 minute journey that starts like a carousel song but by the end it feels very industrial and is a great introduction to the album. This is the reason I signed up for this three year 1001+ albums journey. Albums like this are so unique and totally out of my normal listening "comfort zone" that I would have never heard it before. It was definitely worth listening to! 5/5: La fille de la mort, L'eau Rouge, Charlotte, Rating: 4/5

Feb 02 2024

Genre: Indie rock, electronica, raga rock, Britpop, avant-pop 1997 Might just be one of my new favorites.... 5/5: Brimful of Asha, Sleep on the Left Side, Butter the Soul, Funky Days are Back Again, Good to be on the Road Back Home, Norwegian Wood 4/5: Chocolat, We're in your Corner, Good Shit, Rating: 4.25

It's a cool mess, but it is still a mess. Only the most hard core Jazz fans could appreciate this interpretation. Ornette Coleman does free-jazz - when musicians attempt to change or break down jazz conventions, such as regular tempos, tones, and chord changes (Wikipedia). One song is fine, the whole album is just too much all at once! 3/5

Sulk by The Associates
Feb 04 2024

Genre: Synth-pop, post-punk, art rock 1982 This one is new to me. Never heard of them before. 5/5: Love Hangover, Gloomy Sunday (Hungarian Suicide Song), Party Fears Two. 4/5: Arrogance Gave Him Up, Bab de la Bap, It's Better This Way,

Legalize It by Peter Tosh
Feb 05 2024

1976 5/5: Legalize It, No Sympathy 4/5: Whatcha Gonna Do, Why Must I Cry, Till Your Well Runs Dry 3.5

Vincebus Eruptum by Blue Cheer
Feb 08 2024

Ok, so they take songs already popular and sing them? What makes them special? Summertime blues has been done so many times I'm sick of it. That's my perspective now, I can't speak for what it was like in 1969 to hear this version.... (it did sound like a bit of a Jimi Hendrix rip off at times too). Rock me baby.... I know the Led Zeppelin version, "You Shook Me" and nothing can come close to that. Doctor Please. Is a Blue Cheer Original. It's fine. No complaints. Same with Out of Focus. Those are the two most uninteresting songs on the album. Parchment Farm. Another oldie, 1940s. Well, they have certainly changed it and made it "modern" for the 1960s. Interesting track. The Album ends with the third Blue Cheer original. I don't know what to say...I don't know what to do now.... Jimi Hendrix probably thought it sounded good. I bust balls because I don't like cover songs too much.... It is a good sound and an interesting album. Not something I'd ever seek out again though. 3.5

Feb 09 2024

Singles: -------------------------------------- In My Place (#2 UK; #1 US Adult ALT) The Scientist (#10 UK; #5 US Adult ALT) Clocks (#9 UK; #1 US Adult ALT) God Put a Smile upon Your Face (#100 UK; #15 US Adult ALT) 5/5: Clocks, The Scientist, In My Place, 4/5: Warning Sign, Politik, God Put a Smile Upon Your Face, A Rush of Blood to the Head, Green Eyes, Amsterdam Rating: 4/5

Stripped by Christina Aguilera
Feb 10 2024

A very good pop album, full of good, listenable songs. 5/5: Beautiful, Fighter, Can't Hold us Down, Walk Away, Dirrty. The Voice Within 4/5: Infatuation, Loving Me 4 Me, Impossible, Soar, 4.5

Shaka Zulu by Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Feb 11 2024

World Music from 1987 Standouts: Rain Rain Beautiful Rain, How Long, Unomathemba, Beautiful harmonies. 4/5

Raw Power by The Stooges
Feb 12 2024

The first few songs are pretty great. 4/5

Tom Tom Club by Tom Tom Club
Feb 14 2024

Fantastic! Standouts: Genius of Love, Wordy Rappinghood, L'éléphant, Lorelei, Under the Boardwalk, On and On and On, As Above So Below. 4/5

Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen
Feb 15 2024

Classic start to finish. Almost perfect. 4.5

Feb 16 2024

2004 Genre: Avant-pop, dark wave, experimental, post-punk Standouts: Staring at the Sun, Dreams, Poppy, Ambulance Better than average: 3.5

Get Behind Me Satan by The White Stripes
Feb 18 2024

Genre: Garage rock, alternative rock, blues rock 2005 Standouts: Blue Orchid, My Doorbell, Denial Twist, I'm Lonely (But I Ain't That Lonely Yet) Excellent: 4/5

War by U2
Feb 19 2024

Classic 1983 Standouts: New Year's Day, Sunday Bloody Sunday, Seconds, The Refugee, Two Hearts Beat as One, Surrender, "40" 4.5/5

I See A Darkness by Bonnie "Prince" Billy
Feb 21 2024

1999 Genre: Indie folk, gothic folk Standouts: I See a Darkness, Minor Place, Nomadic Revery (All Around), Another Day Full of Dread, Death to Everyone, Black, Raining in Darling, Never heard this before. I absolutely love it. 4/5

The Libertines by The Libertines
Feb 22 2024

Genre: Garage rock revival, indie rock 2004 Standouts: Can't Stand Me Now, What Became of the Likely Lads, What Kate Did, Arbeit Macht Frei, Music When the Lights Go Out, The Saga, Road to Ruin, Excellent: 3.75/5

Blood, Sweat & Tears by Blood, Sweat & Tears
Feb 23 2024

Genre: Rock, jazz rock 1968 What a sound! Standouts: And When I Die, Spinning Wheel, You've Made Me So Very Happy, God Bless the Child, Smiling Phases, Blues Part II 4.5/5

Mermaid Avenue by Billy Bragg
Feb 24 2024

Genre: Folk rock, bluegrass, alternative country 1998 Standouts: Walt Whitman's Niece, California Stars, Birds and Ships, At My Window Sad and Lonely, Took me sometime to start getting into it...but it's very nice. 3.5/5

Peter Gabriel by Peter Gabriel
Feb 26 2024

I bought this album at a flea market long before his sledgehammer days, so this was my introduction to his unique style. It was only later than I learned he was part of the early Genesis albums. He's one of those guys that the more you listen the better it gets. I love this album more for nostalgic reasons, but it is still a fantastic album. Standouts (5/5): Salisbury Hill, Moribund the Burgermeister, Modern Love, Excuse Me, Humdrum, Down The Dolce Vita, Here Comes The Flood. 4/5: Slowburn, Waiting For the Big One. 4.5

Next by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band
Feb 27 2024

Genre: Glam rock, hard rock 1973 Such an odd album. Don't know him or any of the songs except (NEXT). His version of Next is amazing and it makes the album worth listening to. The rest of the album is not that great for me. Standout: Next Next best songs: Gang Bang, Faith Healer Worst song: Giddy Up a Ding Dong. 3.5

Rubber Soul by Beatles
Feb 28 2024

Classic 5/5 5/5: Norwegian Wood, Michelle, Girl, In My Life, Drive My Car, Nowhere Man, I'm Looking Through You, You Won't See Me, 4.5/5: Think For Yourself, The Word, What Goes On, Wait, If I Needed Someone, Run For Your Life

Is This It by The Strokes
Feb 29 2024

2001 Genre: Indie rock, garage rock revival, post-punk revival Standouts: Last Nite, Someday, Soma, Hard to Explain

D by White Denim
Mar 01 2024

2011 Genre: Indie rock, garage rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock, Southern rock Standouts: Is and is and Is, Street Joy, It's Him, Keys 3.5/5

Armed Forces by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Mar 03 2024

3.5 Really Solid

Timeless by Goldie
Mar 04 2024

a couple good tracks...but, man this is a long album! 3/5

Queen II by Queen
Mar 06 2024

1974 Iconic sound. 4/5

Axis: Bold As Love by Jimi Hendrix
Mar 07 2024

4/5 no where near the classic level of his other two albums, but still Jimi. 4/5

Butterfly by Mariah Carey
Mar 09 2024

She is a horrible person and it affects my opinion of her music. But the album is good. I just would never choose to listen to it.

The Madcap Laughs by Syd Barrett
Mar 10 2024

The more I hear it the more I love it. 4.5

S.F. Sorrow by The Pretty Things
Mar 11 2024

It's fine. Never heard of them before. 3/5

Hot Shots II by The Beta Band
Mar 12 2024

2001, Electronic Rock Second studio album by the Beta Band (Scotland) Singles: ----------------------------------------- Broke / Won (July 2001) (UK No. 30) Human Being (October 2001) (UK No. 57) Squares (February 2002) (UK No. 42) Standouts: Squares, Won Others: Al Sharp, , Eclipse, Human Being, Life, Broke "Squares" uses lyrics from "Daydream" by the Lovin' Spoonful really well. The sound is perfect. "Human Being" contains samples from Carole King's "It's Too Late" "Won" contains lyrics from "one" by Harry Nilsson (made popular by Three Dog Night). 3.75

Leftism by Leftfield
Mar 13 2024

1995, Progressive house Debut album by Leftism (England) Singles: --------------------------- Song of Life (#59 UK, #1 Dance) Open Up (#13 UK, #1 Dance) Original (#18 UK, #11 Dance) Afro-Left (#22 UK ) Release the Pressure (#13 UK) Standouts: Release the Pressure, Afro-Left, Song of Life, Open Up, Others: Melt, Original, Black Flute, 4/5

Deserter's Songs by Mercury Rev
Mar 15 2024

1998, Chamber pop, Americana Fourth studio album for Mercury Rev (USA) Standouts: Holes, Goddess on a Hiway, Tonite it Shows, Endlessly, Opus 40, 4.25 Others: Hudson Line, The Happy End,

Metal Box by Public Image Ltd.
Mar 16 2024

1979 Post-punk, experimental rock, dub, Avant-garde 2nd Album by PiL Standouts: Albatross, Careering, Bad Baby Others: Memories, Swan Lake 4/5 Albatross is a great song - great sound! "If you describe something or someone as an albatross around your neck, you mean that they cause you great problems from which you cannot escape, or they prevent you from doing what you want to do."

Tarkus by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Mar 17 2024

1971 Progressive Rock Standouts: Tarkus 3.75

The Good, The Bad & The Queen by The Good, The Bad & The Queen
Mar 18 2024

2007 Art Rock album. Fantastic album - lots of great songs. Never knew these guys before. 4/5

Live / Dead by Grateful Dead
Mar 19 2024

Not a band I was ever into. It's fine. 3/5

Surfer Rosa by Pixies
Mar 20 2024

1988, Alternative rock, indie rock, art punk, grunge Their debut album Standouts: Where's My Mind, Gigantic, Cactus 3.75

Dirty by Sonic Youth
Mar 21 2024

pretty loud! 3.5

Ritual De Lo Habitual by Jane's Addiction
Mar 25 2024

It's pretty good. Good and loud - which really is distracting to me these days.... still has some 'bangers' as they say... 3.5

Kid A by Radiohead
Mar 26 2024

Don't get the love for this album. I've heard it MANY times over the years and I think a couple of their other albums are friggin' great. This one, just doesn't do 'it' for me. I think it's fine...that's it. 3.75

Traffic by Traffic
Mar 27 2024

4 Feelin' Alright.

In Utero by Nirvana
Mar 28 2024

Why Kurt? Why? Not as good as the others, but still amazing. Standouts: All Apologies, Heart-Shaped box, Rape Me, Dumb, Pennyroyal Tea.

Atomizer by Big Black
Mar 29 2024

Nothing special until Bad Houses….. standouts: Bad Houses, Bazooka Joe. 3.5

Mar 30 2024

Not a fan, but went in with an open mind. Standouts: Time To Pretend 3.5

Revolver by Beatles
Mar 31 2024

Classic. 5/5 Standouts: Eleanor Rigby, Tomorrow anever Knows, Here There and everywhere, Good day Sunshine, Got to Get You into my Life, Taxman, She said she said, For No One,

Sunshine Hit Me by The Bees
Apr 02 2024

Really easy listen. Never heard of them before. I think after I get to know it I'd rate it higher, but for now 3.5

Machine Gun Etiquette by The Damned
Apr 03 2024

3.5 Standout: Love Song, Smash it Up, I Just Can’t be Happy Today, Plan 9 Channel 7, Noise Noise Noise,

Junkyard by The Birthday Party
Apr 04 2024

3,5 the more I hear it the better it gets. Standout: She’s Hit

Apr 11 2024

Well, it’s loud! Not my thing… but, if I was in a metal mood… this would work. 3

Court And Spark by Joni Mitchell
Apr 15 2024

I am not a fan of her in general. When I hear the name, I just roll my eyes and say, “no, please….something else, not her.” Help Me is a great song. The rest, eh… its listenable at least. 3/5

McCartney by Paul McCartney
Apr 16 2024

Standouts: Maybe I’m Amazed, Lovely linda, That Would Be Something, Every Night, Man We Was Lonely, Momma Miss America. 4.5/5

Achtung Baby by U2
Apr 17 2024

Pretty damn great! Zoo Station, Even Better Than the Real Thing, One, Until the End of the world, wild Horses, So Cruel, the Fly, Mysterious Ways, 4.5

Back At The Chicken Shack by Jimmy Smith
Apr 18 2024

Always an enjoyable listen! Take me back to the shack anytime Jimmy! 4/5

Apr 19 2024

Not a fan, there are better Byrds Albums. It’s good, but not something I’d ever choose to listen to. 3.5/5

Sunshine Superman by Donovan
Apr 20 2024

1966 Genre: Psychedelia, folk, psychedelic folk, raga rock Standouts: Sunshine Superman, Season of the Witch, Others: Legend of a Girl Child Linda, Bert's Blues. 3.75

21 by Adele
Apr 21 2024

Great. 4.5 Standouts: Rolling in the Deep, Rumour Has it, Turning Tables, Set Fire to the Rain, Take It All, Lovesong, Someone Like You, If it Hadn't Been For Love

Meat Is Murder by The Smiths
Apr 22 2024

Standouts: How Soon is Now! Rushlome Ruffians, I Want the One I Cannot Have, That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore, Nowhere Fast, Meat is Murder. 4/5

Only By The Night by Kings of Leon
Apr 23 2024

Gets better each listen. Standouts: Sex on Fire, Use Somebody, Be Somebody, Crawl, Notion, Revelry, Closer, 17, I Want You.

Copper Blue by Sugar
Apr 25 2024

It is fine... a little on the forgettable side... 3/5

Grievous Angel by Gram Parsons
Apr 26 2024

Annoying at times... good at times.... hard to rate. It is very 'twangy' - which I really don't like much.... 3

Manassas by Stephen Stills
Apr 27 2024

eh 3/5

Heaven Or Las Vegas by Cocteau Twins
Apr 28 2024

Heard of them but don't know any of these songs... Standouts: Icebrink Luck, Heaven or Las Vegas 3.5

Lam Toro by Baaba Maal
Apr 30 2024

3 Ok.

Treasure by Cocteau Twins
May 01 2024

3.5

The Dreaming by Kate Bush
May 02 2024

She’s an odd gal… interesting music and sound. 3.75

Killing Joke by Killing Joke
May 03 2024

Post punk from 1980 with a punk dance vibe. 3.5

Blood Sugar Sex Magik by Red Hot Chili Peppers
May 05 2024

Cool. Hot. Funky. Rock. Standouts: Breaking the Girl, Suck my Kiss, Give it Away, Under the Bridge, 4/5

Fun House by The Stooges
May 06 2024

A work of art. 3.5

Debut by Björk
May 07 2024

The most mainstream of her albums. Very nice, but still Bjork-sounding. Always good.

Ragged Glory by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
May 09 2024

You either love or hate his voice. I am in the love category, but I can understand how he is not for everyone. The album is solid, but far from great.

May 13 2024

The second half of the album is where the best tracks reside. Here he Comes has that Iconic Eno sound. Kings’s Lead Hat standout out on side 1. Love his sound and dreamy feeling I feel with many songs.

Parklife by Blur
May 14 2024

Many good/great well known pop hits. Overall, it is a solid album. Great? Probably not, but i’ll keep listening in the future. Standouts: Girls & Boys, Parklife, Far Out, To The End 4/5

I Against I by Bad Brains
May 15 2024

Surprised to see this was released in 1986… it seems ahead of its time. Not really something I would listen to often, but it will do the trick when I want to rock out to something fresh and new. 3.5

The Rise & Fall by Madness
May 16 2024

In the USA, Our House, is the only song (in general) that most have ever head of. Don't know why some bands have success in the US but don’t have more hits when they are this good.

Roots by Sepultura
May 17 2024

I don’t really like the screaming vocals, but the guitars/drums are incredible. Might not listen again on my own but good for what it is. 3.5

Guero by Beck
May 19 2024

E-Pro Rocks! Great album from a great artist. A few more listens and I think will be 5/5, but a very very strong 4/5 for now.

American Gothic by David Ackles
May 20 2024

Very good, bit dated but solid. 3.75

Car Wheels On A Gravel Road by Lucinda Williams
May 21 2024

Album number 1089 of 1089. Three years and done. Not the best album to save for last, but it was a good listen. Standouts: Car Wheels on a Gravel Road, Concrete and Barbed Wire, 3.75

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