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Chocolate Starfish And The Hot Dog Flavored Water
Limp Bizkit
5 2.51 +2.49
Casanova
The Divine Comedy
5 2.65 +2.35
The White Room
The KLF
5 2.78 +2.22
69 Love Songs
The Magnetic Fields
5 2.84 +2.16
Sheet Music
10cc
5 2.94 +2.06
All That You Can't Leave Behind
U2
5 2.98 +2.02
The Nightfly
Donald Fagen
5 3.02 +1.98
Dare!
The Human League
5 3.05 +1.95
Welcome To The Pleasuredome
Frankie Goes To Hollywood
5 3.12 +1.88
Songs From A Room
Leonard Cohen
5 3.16 +1.84

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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
Straight Outta Compton
N.W.A.
1 3.5 -2.5
Ready To Die
The Notorious B.I.G.
1 3.36 -2.36
Be
Common
1 3.35 -2.35
Doggystyle
Snoop Dogg
1 3.35 -2.35
Liquid Swords
GZA
1 3.29 -2.29
The Predator
Ice Cube
1 3.24 -2.24
Screamadelica
Primal Scream
1 3.16 -2.16
Fishscale
Ghostface Killah
1 3.05 -2.05

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Led Zeppelin 5 5
Beatles 7 4.57
Leonard Cohen 5 4.6
Pink Floyd 4 4.75
U2 4 4.75
Michael Jackson 3 5
Creedence Clearwater Revival 3 4.67
Prince 3 4.67
AC/DC 2 5
George Michael 2 5
Bruce Springsteen 5 4.2
Metallica 4 4.25
Nirvana 3 4.33
The Doors 3 4.33

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Ice Cube 2 1
Kendrick Lamar 2 1

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Common 1, 4
Miles Davis 5, 2, 2, 4

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Machine Head by Deep Purple

5/5. Classic. In 2022 it will be 50 years great. Standouts: Highway Star Smoke on the Water Space Truckin' Lazy

One star for excessive language & disrespect to women. The music etc was just ok for me as well. Don't get me wrong I love rap, hip-hop etc, but only if it is good. This was NOT good.

The Nightfly by Donald Fagen

Fell in love with this album when I got it back in 1982. I loved the sound of the song, IGY and quickly the rest of this album became a classic to me. I am grateful that the extended version contains True Companion from Heavy Metal (Soundtrack) and Century's End from the Bright Lights, Big City Soundtrack were included. I really think these two songs complete the album quite well. This is a rare 5/5 from me.

To Pimp A Butterfly by Kendrick Lamar

Zero. Total Crap. Can't believe people like this.

1-Star Albums (15)

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Buena Vista Social Club by Buena Vista Social Club
Jun 22 2021

Pueblo Nuevo is a nice jazz song. I enjoyed Dos gardenias. Buena Vista Social Club (Song) was nice. Overall, not for me.

Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots by The Flaming Lips
Jun 23 2021

LIstened to it a few times. I know the title-track and might have heard Do You Realize before. Everything else was new to me. Has some interesting sounds, but overall, it isn't something that grabbed me. Standout tracks: Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Part I. Fight Test, Do You Realize.

Toys In The Attic by Aerosmith
Jun 24 2021

I've known this album for years, but only listened to a few tracks. This time I put the headphones on and listened to it all. Intensely. The well-known tracks are great and sound even better when listening so intensely. Walk this Way and Sweet Emotion are the two songs I knew. The rest were new to me. Toys in the Attic - Great start to the song. What a way to kick off the album. Uncle Salty - Loved it. Adam's Apple. ... She ate it... It was love at first bite! Cool. Walk this way - MEGA-Classic. Big Ten Inch Record - I like the groove! Now whip out your big ten-inch.... record. Sweet Emotion - Classic. Perfect. No More No More - It's alright.... You See Me Crying - I love Rock ballads. Steven Tyler's vulnerable side. Nice, not great, but nice way to end the album. Stand Out Tracks: Walk This Way Sweet Emotion Uncle Salty Big Ten Inch Record

Nothing's Shocking by Jane's Addiction
Jun 25 2021

I'm not much of a fan of Jane's addiction. The lead singer's voice doesn't work for me. The music itself is mostly great if played loud. Enjoyable, but not great for me. I'm sure other's love it and and I have no problem with that. I'm sure if I listen again sometime in the future maybe it will capture me more than it did this listen.

Drunk by Thundercat
Jun 26 2021
Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette
Jun 27 2021

Such a great album. When this album came out I was obsessed with Alanis Morissette. The mid-to-late 90s belonged to her. Every song on this album may not be perfect (only one is actually) but it is SO good and it just brings back so many memories...it is a solid 5/5 for me. Standouts: You Oughtta Know, Perfect, Hand in My Pocket, You Learn, Ironic, Right Through You, Head Over Feet. And in case you are wondering the one perfect song, is "Perfect". But You Oughtta Know that right?

...And Justice For All by Metallica
Jun 28 2021

One of their best. And they have had some great albums. This was the first one I bought from them. I have them all now, It is pretty great, start to finish.

Machine Head by Deep Purple
Jun 29 2021

5/5. Classic. In 2022 it will be 50 years great. Standouts: Highway Star Smoke on the Water Space Truckin' Lazy

Jun 30 2021

I am a huge Queen fan, but this is one of those albums I know the least, so this was a great opportunity to listen to it thoroughly. When the movie Baby Driver came out I remember listening to Brighton Rock over and over again. That was a great movie and I became a fan of the song too. The rest of the album is still growing on me. Standouts: Killer Queen Brighton Rock Lily of the Valley & Dear Friends

Nevermind by Nirvana
Jul 01 2021

Hard not to give this a perfect 5/5. So many great songs and a few pretty good ones mixed in. RIP Kurt.

Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkel
Jul 02 2021

4.5 / 5. Bye, Bye Love is a horrible addition to this album. Everything else is great.

Halcyon Digest by Deerhunter
Jul 03 2021

Sounds good. Need more listening time.

Will The Circle Be Unbroken by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Jul 04 2021

Seemed to go on forever. I like the music, but not so much all at once. I got tired of it.

Killing Joke by Killing Joke
Jul 05 2021

Need to listen again!

Band On The Run by Paul McCartney and Wings
Jul 07 2021

Paul lives. Classic.

A Hard Day's Night by Beatles
Jul 10 2021

Jam-packed with classic Beatles masterpieces. I'm a Beatles fan, but I love the White Album, Sgt Pepper and Abbey Road much more than this one.

Ill Communication by Beastie Boys
Jul 12 2021

Big fan of deez guys! This album need more listening time from me to increase the star rating.

Jul 13 2021

I like Traffic, but this one is one that needs many more listens to appreciate.

New Boots And Panties by Ian Dury
Jul 14 2021

An eclectic mix of musical styles from Disco to Punk Rock. The album seemed pleasing, but since this was a first listen for me, it didn't grab me right away. Sex and Drugs and Rock and Roll is a song that I've heard before and recognized it right away. I had no idea previously, who sang it or when it was from. Stand Out Songs: Sex and Drugs and Rock and Roll

Vivid by Living Colour
Jul 17 2021

One great song. I used to listen to this quite a bit when it came out. I don't remember most of the songs now.

Vincebus Eruptum by Blue Cheer
Jul 18 2021

short album. seemed ok, first listen.

Led Zeppelin III by Led Zeppelin
Jul 21 2021

FIVE stars. Strong album. A classic start to finish.

Illmatic by Nas
Jul 22 2021

I don't like the language, but the music is phenomenal. What a talent. Really enjoyed this. Listened to it at least three times today and just keeps getting better.

Everything Must Go by Manic Street Preachers
Jul 23 2021

3/5. First Listen. Has potential. :)

Closer by Joy Division
Jul 24 2021

3/5. First listen. I enjoyed the last couple songs the most.

The Colour Of Spring by Talk Talk
Jul 27 2021

Never heard this album before. It seems ok, I'm giving it a 2/5 for now. We'll see if it gets better with time. Nothing stood out to me on this album.

Cafe Bleu by The Style Council
Jul 28 2021

Half of this album is a solid 4. But overall, I'm giving it a 3/5.

Aug 01 2021

One star for excessive language & disrespect to women. The music etc was just ok for me as well. Don't get me wrong I love rap, hip-hop etc, but only if it is good. This was NOT good.

Da Capo by Love
Aug 02 2021

Don't know the album. Hear one other by Love on this "Albums to listen to before you die" series. I do like the sound of this one. "7 and 7 is" is a nice pre-pre-punk sound. I can see why other punk bands have recorded it. Not bad. Revelation almost gives me a "Doors"/"Jim Morrison" feel. Interesting because this came out before anyone ever heard of the Doors. Stand outs: Orange Skies, Que Vida! The Castle, She Comes in Colors. This is a 3/5 for me. Which is a "good rating" for an album I hear for the first time. I can see this one growing on me and just getting stronger. I smell a 4/5 in its future.

All Mod Cons by The Jam
Aug 03 2021

2nd listen. Great stuff

Elvis Presley by Elvis Presley
Aug 04 2021

Very good. Not a big Elvis fan. Overall 3/5 Standouts: I'll Never Let You Go (Little Darlin'), Blue Moon, and Blue Suede Shoes.

Eternally Yours by The Saints
Aug 06 2021

First listen 3/5. My kind of music!

Abraxas by Santana
Aug 08 2021

Good stuff

The Fat Of The Land by The Prodigy
Aug 09 2021

Interesting sound. First listen for me. Never heard of them before. I like it more than I thought. Heard it several times today. 2/5 for now...

To Pimp A Butterfly by Kendrick Lamar
Aug 12 2021

Zero. Total Crap. Can't believe people like this.

Sincere by Mj Cole
Aug 13 2021

I have no idea how this is a "must listen to" album. It is very average at best. Never heard of this group, never heard of any of the songs. Maybe it gets better with time, but for me, it has to be a 1/5 for now.

Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd
Aug 16 2021

5/5. Know this album so well. It is a masterpiece. Every song is great.

Groovin' by The Young Rascals
Aug 17 2021

3/5. A few really great songs, the rest have a familiar sound, even though I don't know the songs. You Better Run? Really? I thought that was a Pat Benetar song! Standouts: How Can I be Sure? Groovin' You Better Run, A Place in the Sun.

I have three accounts, and this is the third listen for me. The first two times I gave this album a 3/5 stars rating. I had never heard of her before. Now, I'm kind of a fan. This album is pretty great. Solid 4/5 now.

Elastica by Elastica
Aug 19 2021

First listen. Never heard of them before. I like the sound for the most part. I think this one will grow on me with time. Good alternative rock. 2/5 (for now).

Roxy Music by Roxy Music
Aug 21 2021

First listen. Sounds good. Like to hear more of it.

Led Zeppelin by Led Zeppelin
Aug 22 2021

5/5. Led Zeppelin is one of the greatest bands ever. All songs are amazing.

Kind Of Blue by Miles Davis
Aug 27 2021

Know this album well. One of my favorites from the Genre. 5/5. Standouts: So What, Freddie Freeloader

Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Aug 30 2021

Know and love CCR. Some really great classics on this album. It almost feels like a Greatest Hits album, but it isn't. This is a solid 5/5. Classic. Love it.

Tusk by Fleetwood Mac
Aug 31 2021

If this was a single LP it would be a strong 5 stars. A lot of great songs on this one.

American Beauty by Grateful Dead
Sep 01 2021

First Listen. Very good stuff. Better than expected.

Immigrés by Youssou N'Dour
Sep 02 2021

Second listen. Very nice music to have on in the background. Really enjoying the music.

All Directions by The Temptations
Sep 03 2021

2/5 first listen. Couple good songs.

Raw Power by The Stooges
Sep 07 2021

Second Listen. 2/5 for me this time. I think it's good, but need to hear more.

Songs For Swingin' Lovers! by Frank Sinatra
Sep 08 2021

I thought Greatest Hits albums weren't part of the deal for this collection of albums? That is what this kind of is, isn't it? Don't get me wrong, it's great music, and I enjoyed it.

Screamadelica by Primal Scream
Sep 09 2021

First Listen. Nothing special here. One good song. One. The rest seemed just blah to me. I'll give it another chance someday but for now, 1/5

Being There by Wilco
Sep 10 2021

First Listen. Really like some of the songs. I'm excited to hear this one again. It is listed as Alternative Country / Alternative Rock. I feel more alternative rock than country on many songs, others the country comes through. Very nice. 2/5 Standouts: Misunderstood.

Dirty by Sonic Youth
Sep 11 2021

Second Listen. Still enjoying it second time around 3/5.

Black Sabbath by Black Sabbath
Sep 12 2021

The more I hear this one the more I like it. Second Listen. 4/5. Black Sabbath. Evil Woman. The Wizard. NI.B.

Superunknown by Soundgarden
Sep 13 2021

First listen. Sounded ok. One well known song. 2/5

Pump by Aerosmith
Sep 14 2021

Good

Back To Black by Amy Winehouse
Sep 15 2021

Rehab is a great song. The rest of the album is solid. My first time listening to this one. Like to hear more. 2/5 for now. Promising though.

Raising Hell by Run-D.M.C.
Sep 16 2021

One of the best in the Genre. Heard this many times when it came out. Was really glad to hear it again today. Still as good as ever. 4/5.

Surf's Up by The Beach Boys
Sep 17 2021

Not your typical Beach Boys sound, but this is really nice. I really enjoyed the songs. I think after hearing it more the rating will go up quite a bit. Right now I'll give it a 3/5 for first listen. Stand Outs: Disney Girls (I always loved the Art Garfunkel version, and didn't know it was originally a Beach Boys song).

Sep 19 2021

First Listen. Very good. Like to hear more. Low 2/5 for now. Standout is Runaway. This is an amazing song, start to finish. I think I may have heard it before, because it sounded familiar but when it started I was totally focused on it the whole time.

Smash by The Offspring
Sep 20 2021

First listen. Some great songs

Time Out Of Mind by Bob Dylan
Sep 21 2021

First listen. I think this is my favorite Bob Dylan album. This one will only get better with time. Standouts: Make You Feel My Love 3/5.

Made In Japan by Deep Purple
Sep 22 2021

First Listen. It's a great album and it's live.

New Wave by The Auteurs
Sep 23 2021

First Listen. Never heard of this band before. Listened a few times today. This is really good. The songs felt so familiar and comfortable by the end of the night - I knew this was something special. 3/5 (for a first listen, that is a great score).

Hot Rats by Frank Zappa
Sep 24 2021

First listen. Love other Zappa albums. Not getting this one though.

Clube Da Esquina by Milton Nascimento
Sep 25 2021

First Listen. I wish I understood Portuguese because I think the lyrics have to be as amazing as the melodies. This album has such an amazing, calming presence. This is one of those albums I would have never listened to in my life. So I am grateful that it is on this list so I did get the chance to hear it. I can't wait to listen to more of it in the future. My rating may seem low for now, but I know this album will only go up as I listen to it more. 2.5/5

S.F. Sorrow by The Pretty Things
Sep 26 2021

First Listen. I am sure back in the 60's this might have been something. but, to hear it now in 2021 for the first time. It kind of loses something. It does have some good sounds, so I'll give it a chance again in the future. 2/5 for now.

Bitches Brew by Miles Davis
Sep 27 2021

First Listen. Smooth. 2/5

Ananda Shankar by Ananda Shankar
Sep 30 2021

First Listen. Rock classics India style. Not bad.

Bluesbreakers by John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
Oct 01 2021

Second listen. First was a 2/5 the first time and stays a 2/5 for me this time. It is fine, it's really good music. Just not exciting for me.

Armed Forces by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Oct 04 2021

First Listen. I know a couple of the songs. The rest of the album seems solid. 2/5

Fragile by Yes
Oct 05 2021

Classic. 3/5.

Rattlesnakes by Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
Oct 07 2021

Second Listen. Becoming a very familiar album to me. Some call this album 'boring' but, it is not. It is a comfortable album. I enjoyed it from start to finish and look forward to hearing it again. First listen I gave this a 2/5, now it is a solid 3/5.

Rust In Peace by Megadeth
Oct 08 2021

Albums like this can be difficult. You really have to be in the right mood. I'd say for the genre, it was quite good and better than expected. I'd enjoy hearing it again sometime when the mood is right. For me just 2/5 for now though.

The Chronic by Dr. Dre
Oct 10 2021

2/5 Too many F's and N's...

Music From The Penguin Cafe by Penguin Cafe Orchestra
Oct 11 2021

Produced by Brian Eno. Something really good about this album. At first, I thought it was just another boring (mostly) instrumental album, but this one caught me by surprise. I really enjoyed it. Like to hear it again. 3/5 Standouts: Penguin Cafe Single

Blue Lines by Massive Attack
Oct 12 2021

Loved the first massive attack album I seen on here. This one, not yet. 2/5

The Message by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
Oct 14 2021

First Listen. I know a couple of the songs, but the rest is new to me. Love it on first listen. Standouts: The Message, Scorpio, It's Nasty, It's a Shame 3/5

A Seat at the Table by Solange
Oct 15 2021

First listen. Never heard of her before. Nothing stood out to me on first listen. Need to hear more.

Exit Planet Dust by The Chemical Brothers
Oct 16 2021

First listen. Not my style of music. Good for background, study music though.

Dear Science by TV On The Radio
Oct 17 2021

First Listen. Never heard of them before. Definitely a sound I like. Very enjoyable album. I'll listen to this one again. 2/5 for now.

The Sensual World by Kate Bush
Oct 18 2021

Second Listen. It's funny because I like Kate Bush. This album doesn't do it for me except one song: This Woman's Work. Reminds of the end of the movie: She's Having a Baby. Great. Standouts: This Woman's Work.

Tres Hombres by ZZ Top
Oct 19 2021

A few classics! 3/5 Solid.

Shaft by Isaac Hayes
Oct 20 2021

Not the first time I've heard this album. It is great. Every song is great. I love the progressive soul sounds! Solid 4/5.

Oct 21 2021

First Listen. Don't know the band at all. I was expecting something more 'hardcore', but I'm happy that this wasn't another metal band. I really hear a David Bowie influence when I listened to it. Does this mean they are not original? Just listening to the music and taking it for what it is, I think it isn't bad. But, at this point, I'm not sold on it. Like to hear more. 2/5

Songs The Lord Taught Us by The Cramps
Oct 22 2021

First listen. This is my kind of music. Never heard of them before though. I enjoyed it and like to hear more of it in the future. 2/5 for now.

Sea Change by Beck
Oct 23 2021

Very good. Easy listen. 3/5

Arise by Sepultura
Oct 24 2021

Second listen. Still loud. Still hard to listen to. You really have to be in the mood for this kind of music to enjoy. The music is much more enjoyable than the screaming. 2/5

Oct 25 2021

Second list within the past two weeks. Gave it a 2/5 then and still just a 2/5 for me now. I will say that I am enjoying it more this time than last time, but not enough right now. I can see this being a 3/5 sometime in the future.

Oct 26 2021

First listen. I like Yes, first I heard of this album though. After listening to it a few times, I'm not feeling it yet. 2/5 for now.

American Idiot by Green Day
Oct 27 2021

Quite a few big, well known songs. The rest seem pretty good as well. I like it. 3/5 for now (First listen).

The Queen Is Dead by The Smiths
Oct 28 2021

First Listen. Morrissey's voice: good or annoying. Couple good songs. Need to hear more. 2/5.

Oct 29 2021

Well, that was interesting. Enjoyed this one more with headphones on and no distractions. Amazing sounds and sampling. Love to hear more. For now, first listen, a strong 2/5.

Gasoline Alley by Rod Stewart
Nov 04 2021

So classic. Love early Rod Stewart. 3/5

Butterfly by Mariah Carey
Nov 05 2021

Not a fan of Mariah Carey. 2/5

Rocks by Aerosmith
Nov 06 2021

2nd Listen. Pretty damn classic. 3/5

Street Life by The Crusaders
Nov 07 2021

I know the song Street Life. The rest is just nice funky jazz. No problems with it at all. I look forward to hearing more of it. First Listen. 2/5

Phaedra by Tangerine Dream
Nov 08 2021

First listen. I know a lot of people are fans. I'm not getting it yet. Nice music, but nothing special.

Aja by Steely Dan
Nov 09 2021

Great sounds

Devil Without A Cause by Kid Rock
Nov 10 2021

Knew this album when it came out. It hasn't aged well, but is still enjoyable. Half the songs are good, the other half are pretty bad.

Hunky Dory by David Bowie
Nov 12 2021

Changes and Life on Mars are great classic Bowie songs. First time hearing the rest of the album. 3/5

Hotel California by Eagles
Nov 13 2021

One of the easiest 5/5 I can give. Love this album. Heard it at least a thousand times over the years.

Make Yourself by Incubus
Nov 14 2021

First Listen. Drive is the only song I knew before listening. It seems like a decent album.

Here, My Dear by Marvin Gaye
Nov 15 2021

first listen. It's ok. 2/5

Vespertine by Björk
Nov 16 2021

First listen. Very interesting album. I need more listens to this one. I think this one will be rated higher in future listens but for now it is a 2/5.

Nov 17 2021

I recognize the name, but I have never heard any of her music before. I love her sound though and I will definitely listen to more of her. This is my first listen. Absolutely love it, but need to hear it more! 3/5 for now.

Under Construction by Missy Elliott
Nov 18 2021

First Listen. Besides the couple of songs that I knew, I didn't enjoy much of the rest of the album. It really isn't my kind of music. I do think that Work It is one of the best of the genre - so props to her for that one! 2/5

A Northern Soul by The Verve
Nov 19 2021

First listen. Nothing stands out to me on this album. Every song is very forgettable. Maybe it will get better next time I hear it. 2/5 for now.

Nov 22 2021

Second Listen. Starting to really grow on me. I wasn't crazy about it the first time I heard it. 3/5

Abbey Road by Beatles
Nov 23 2021

Easy 5/5... Can I give it a 6? Classic start to finish.

The La's by The La's
Nov 25 2021

Second Listen. Still very enjoyable. There she goes is a perfect Alternative song. The rest of the album is still growing on me. Some of the songs have a modern 60's feel to them. So many great songs on this album. 3/5

Central Reservation by Beth Orton
Nov 26 2021

Some albums are just nice and nothing more. For me this is one of them. My second time having this one come up in my daily listen. 2/5

Ready To Die by The Notorious B.I.G.
Nov 27 2021

Total crap.

Mr. Tambourine Man by The Byrds
Nov 28 2021

An old-style that is hard to listen to for the first time in 2021. It's fine, and I'm sure it was great back in '65. 2/5

Like A Prayer by Madonna
Nov 29 2021

Haven't heard this one in a long time. It surprised me how good it was. I thought it was just a bunch of pop hits, but the music is good. 5/5

Shaka Zulu by Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Dec 01 2021
Country Life by Roxy Music
Dec 02 2021

2nd listen. Starting to grow on me. 3/5

Urban Hymns by The Verve
Dec 03 2021

First listen. Bitter Sweet Memories has always been a favorite of mine. Never heard the rest of the album. I really like Sonnet as well. The rest of the album just kept getting better throughout the day. 2/5 for now.

Femi Kuti by Femi Kuti
Dec 04 2021

The oldest son of Feli Kuti, Femi Kuti is just as talented! There are just some days when this is the perfect thing to listen to - today, for me, was one of those days. So glad to welcome this album into my life. I absolutely loved this album and I can't wait to get to know it better.

Dec 05 2021

Some great songs on this album: Sweet Dream, Love is a Stranger but I think Jennifer stands out as my favorite. The Walk was enjoyable as well. Great sound. 3/5.

Astral Weeks by Van Morrison
Dec 07 2021

I've enjoyed many other Van Morrison albums more than this one. It might take a bit longer to appreciate this one. 2/5.

Songs In The Key Of Life by Stevie Wonder
Dec 08 2021

First Listen. There are a few truly great songs on this album. The rest of the album was unknown to me. 3/5

Nixon by Lambchop
Dec 09 2021

Lambchop? Never heard of them. But, you know what? I really like it. It is an interesting sound. I don't think it feels country or even alternative country at all. I think the songs seemed a big on the dull side the first time I heard it but they really started growing on me. The tone and feeling of the album is quite nice. Lyrically, it sounds like a hodgepodge of nonsense at times, but if you read between the lines you can get of gist of what they are saying (sometimes). Interesting none-the-less. I'm giving it only a 2/5 for now, but I am sure that will go up with further listens.

american dream by LCD Soundsystem
Dec 11 2021

It's pretty good. But, nothing I would listen to outside of this list.

Unhalfbricking by Fairport Convention
Dec 12 2021

Such an old style. I'm sure is was good back in the day. 2/5

You Want It Darker by Leonard Cohen
Dec 14 2021

Oh Leonard, the Darker the better! Cheers brother, I'm sure you are up there still singing. Thanks for all you gave us.

Public Image: First Issue by Public Image Ltd.
Dec 15 2021

I like the Sex Pistols, I like PIL, but this album... I didn't know it even existed... hard one to enjoy. Maybe after I listen a few more times... 2/5

Jack Takes the Floor by Ramblin' Jack Elliott
Dec 16 2021

Never heard of him before but his music sounds familiar. Either he is doing someone else's style or they are all doing his. Good for what it is. 2/5

I Should Coco by Supergrass
Dec 17 2021

Definitely my kind of music. Need to hear more of it. For sure. 2/5.

Another Green World by Brian Eno
Dec 19 2021

2nd listen. I'm really beginning to enjoy this album. Standouts: I'll Come Running, Sky Saw, St. Elmo's Fire, Zawinul Lava (sounds very much like the "song" from his ambient music album).

Stankonia by OutKast
Dec 21 2021

Ms. Jackson was the first Outkast songs I remember hearing from them. I loved it. What a great and unique sound they had. So Fresh and So Clean was pretty good too, BoB ok. This was the first time I heard the album though. They have a great sound. The explicit lyrics bring it down a peg for me though. Still a really great album. 3/5.

Whatever by Aimee Mann
Dec 22 2021

I really thought I was going to love this, but, honestly, I didn't. None of these songs stand out to me at all. I'm shocked. Maybe on another day, I'll like it more. 2/5

Boy In Da Corner by Dizzee Rascal
Dec 24 2021

Better than most rap. Never heard of this guy before. His use of the Billy Squire song is good.

Horses by Patti Smith
Dec 25 2021
Felt Mountain by Goldfrapp
Dec 27 2021

Amazing. Really enjoyed this unique sound.

Pink Moon by Nick Drake
Dec 28 2021

Its nice. 3/5

Basket of Light by Pentangle
Dec 30 2021

It's ok for an old style of music that just doesn't work anymore. 2/5.

Licensed To Ill by Beastie Boys
Jan 02 2022

Great album. 4/5. Standouts: No Sleep till Brooklyn, Fight For Your Right, Brass Monkey, Girls, Rhymin & Stealin', Hold it Now, Hit it, She's Crafty, Paul Revere.

Gris Gris by Dr. John
Jan 03 2022

The first time I heard this, I thought it was an odd album to have on a list like this, but it is starting to grow on me. Getting better each time I hear it. 3/5.

Be by Common
Jan 04 2022

Horible. 1/5

Bookends by Simon & Garfunkel
Jan 08 2022

Such a easy listen. Very enjoyable. 3/5

Bummed by Happy Mondays
Jan 13 2022

Ok

Electric Prunes by The Electric Prunes
Jan 14 2022

First Listen. Interesting sounds.

Graceland by Paul Simon
Jan 15 2022

Classic

Shalimar by Rahul Dev Burman
Jan 19 2022

Interesting. Got better as the day went on.

Ocean Rain by Echo And The Bunnymen
Jan 21 2022

The Killing Moon is a great song. The rest of the album seems pretty good. I'd enjoy hearing this one again. 2/5 for now.

Jan 23 2022

4.5 / 5.0 Such a great album! Most of the songs are iconic!

Elephant by The White Stripes
Jan 24 2022

Not my favorite White Strips album, but there are a handful of gems on it.

Jan 27 2022

3rd listen. 4/5. Some great Otis classics like I've Been Lovin' You Too Long, Respect (which Aretha Franklin's version became a classic). and Satisfaction (his version of the Rolling Stones classic is unique and soulful). Other Notable songs: You Don't Miss Your Water, Down in the Valley, Change Gonna Come, Rock me Baby, Wonderful World, and My Girl.

21 by Adele
Jan 29 2022

Really good album.

Brothers by The Black Keys
Jan 30 2022

Tighten Up - great. Howlin' For You - great. Others: Everlasting Light Good sound. 3/5

Brown Sugar by D'Angelo
Jan 31 2022

Not really the kind of music that I choose to listen to but, this is a very nice album. I like his version of Crusin' but it isn't unique enough from the original Smokey Robinson version to make it stand out. It is nice that he is able to bring the song to a new generation of fans. 2/5

Feb 01 2022

This is a really great album. I have heard a couple of the songs before the rest were 'new' for me. There are a lot of cover versions on the album mixed with a couple of Johnny Cash originals. His cover versions are amazing - especially Hurt. Standouts: Hurt, I Hung My Head, In My Life, The Man Comes Around, Danny Boy, Desperado, I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry. 4/5

At Budokan by Cheap Trick
Feb 03 2022

One of the best live albums in rock. 3/5 Standouts: Surrender, I Want You to Want Me. Aint That a Shame. Others: Big Eyes, Goodnight Now From the full concert CD: Speak Now, California Man, Downed, Oh Caroline

Truth by Jeff Beck
Feb 05 2022

It's pretty good, but not exactly what I listen to. I think once I become more familiar with it, it will be better. 2/5 for now. Best songs: Shapes of Things, Morning Dew, You Shook Me, Beck's Bolero,

The Yes Album by Yes
Feb 06 2022

2nd listen. Wish I liked it more than I do. It's good, but not that great for me. 3/5

Veckatimest by Grizzly Bear
Feb 07 2022

First time I ever heard of Grizzly Bear. Songs I liked: All We Ask. For now a 2/5, but I think it is better than that.

Cloud Nine by The Temptations
Feb 08 2022

Some really great songs pack this gem. 3/5.

The Poet by Bobby Womack
Feb 09 2022

Second Listen. Standouts: If You Think You're Lonely Now Others: Just My Imagination, Where Do We Go From Here

John Prine by John Prine
Feb 10 2022

2nd Listen. Really starting to enjoy this one. 3/5 "side 1" is better than "side 2" but overall still really good.

Cheap Thrills by Big Brother & The Holding Company
Feb 11 2022

Third Listen. janis Joplin is great, the album is ok. 3/5

Dance Mania by Tito Puente
Feb 12 2022

First time hearing the album. I have heard to Tito Puente, but was not familiar with the music. I definitely enjoyed it. Not something I would listen to outside of this list though. Still it has a great sound and puts you in a good mood. 3/5

Feb 13 2022

Not a big fan of this kind of music anymore, but I did really think it was pretty good. If I am ever in the mood for something like this, I'll definitely think of it. 3/5

Steve McQueen by Prefab Sprout
Feb 14 2022

Need to hear it again. I think it is pretty nice. 2/5 for now.

Nilsson Schmilsson by Harry Nilsson
Feb 15 2022

2nd listen. Interesting album. Some good songs and some great songs. 4/5 Standouts: Coconut, Gotta Get Up, Without You, Others: Driving Along, Early in the Morning, Moonbeam Song, Let the Good Times Roll, Jump into the Fire. Down

Raw Like Sushi by Neneh Cherry
Feb 16 2022

3rd Listen. Great album. Brings back a lot of memories of the times. :) 4/5

The Boatman's Call by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Feb 18 2022

WOW. Incredible album. First time hearing it. I think I'm an instant fan of Nick Cave. Great voice and tone. The songs are all amazing. I can see this one becoming a favorite of mine in the near future. Standouts: Into My Arms, People Ain't No Good, Lime Tree Arbour, 3.5 / 5

Channel Orange by Frank Ocean
Feb 19 2022

It's nice. Not what I usually listen to, but enjoyable. 2/5

Figure 8 by Elliott Smith
Feb 21 2022

Gets a little better each time I hear it. 3/5

Tonight's The Night by Neil Young
Feb 22 2022

First time hearing this one from an artist I have loved for years. Really love the song "Borrowed Tune" (it's a 5/5). 3/5

Bitte Orca by Dirty Projectors
Feb 23 2022

Second Listen. One of the most interesting (in a bizarre way) albums on the list. I don't think any one song stands out, they are all fairly equal to me. I have a favorable opinion of the album this time around, not sure if I think it is worthy of the list, but I enjoyed it. 3/5

Frank by Amy Winehouse
Feb 25 2022

It’s fine. 2/5

Document by R.E.M.
Feb 26 2022

One of their finest. Standouts: It's the End of the World, The One I Love, Finest Worksong, Fireplace. Really every song is memorable. 4/5

Tical by Method Man
Feb 27 2022

nah

Moon Safari by Air
Mar 01 2022

Interesting and enjoyable.

Cut by The Slits
Mar 02 2022

Interesting. I like it, but really need to hear it again.

With The Beatles by Beatles
Mar 03 2022

Early Beatles' albums have too many covers. Do they make the album better or worse? I prefer the true Beatles songs. There are some good ones. This is one of my least favorite Beatles albums. That being said it is still very good. 4/5

Rapture by Anita Baker
Mar 04 2022

Really good album. 3.5 / 5

Mar 05 2022

One of the best albums of the decade. Packed with great songs, this album is a pleasure from start to finish. Standouts: Champagne Supernova, Wonderwall, Don't Look Back in Anger, Roll with It, Morning Glory. Others: all the rest! A very strong 4/5. (Note: I don't give 5's to just a TRULY great album that has survived the test of time. )

Chelsea Girl by Nico
Mar 06 2022

I want to give it a 4/5, I really enjoy it, but by the end I am a little tired of her voice and tone. 3.5/5.

The Nightfly by Donald Fagen
Mar 07 2022

Fell in love with this album when I got it back in 1982. I loved the sound of the song, IGY and quickly the rest of this album became a classic to me. I am grateful that the extended version contains True Companion from Heavy Metal (Soundtrack) and Century's End from the Bright Lights, Big City Soundtrack were included. I really think these two songs complete the album quite well. This is a rare 5/5 from me.

Smile by Brian Wilson
Mar 08 2022

3/5. Most of the songs are enjoyable.

Oar by Alexander 'Skip' Spence
Mar 09 2022

First time hearing of this guy. I really like it. I want to hear more of it. 3/5

Pictures At An Exhibition by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Mar 10 2022

Nut Rocker is a classic. Interesting Classical Rock sound. I can see why people like it. 3/5 for me now. Definitely one I'll keep in my playlist for a while. I think it will grow on me.

Rio by Duran Duran
Mar 12 2022

Pretty classic. 4/5.

Faust IV by Faust
Mar 13 2022

Hmmmm. Never heard of this before. Need to hear it again to know if I like it….

Ghosteen by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Mar 14 2022

Never heard of Nick Cave before starting this project, now I've heard a couple of his albums and I think I'm a fan. Love the sound, style and music. 3/5 for now because I need to hear more of it.

Paul Simon by Paul Simon
Mar 19 2022

Really good. 3/5

Revolver by Beatles
Mar 20 2022

4/5. It is great.

Mar 21 2022

Never heard of them before. Seems ok on first listen. Stand outs: Range Life, Cut Your Hair, Gold Soundz. 2.5/5

L.A. Woman by The Doors
Mar 22 2022

Classic. 4/5 I don't think that L'America ever stood out to me as one of the best songs on this album until now. There are the typical standards on this album that everyone who knows classic rock will know: Riders on the Storm, LA Woman and Love her Madly. Then there are the others like The WASP, that true Doors fans know and love. There really isn't a bad song on the album. Standouts: Riders on the Storm, L'America. Love Her Madly, L.A. Woman,

B-52's by The B-52's
Mar 24 2022

I got this album as a gift back in the early 80s. I knew Rock Lobster, the rest was new (to me) at the time. I immediately loved it. It really brings back memories. The LP I had skipped during Dance this Mess Around and it would loop on one track over and over again. I actually recorded the skipping version to a cassette… eventually, the album self-corrected and the skip went away. Every time I hear that song, it makes me think of the loop, and I heard it in my head…. The album is great, start to finish. I think Wild Planet (their next album) is just as good, if not better. Glad to see this one (at least) on the list. 5/5.

Green Onions by Booker T. & The MG's
Mar 27 2022

Green Onions is a great song. Rinky Dink is a decent cover. Mo Onions is just a continuation of Green Onions and It's good. The rest of the album contains cover versions of other popular songs around the time this album came out. If there were more original material like Green Onions I can see this being worthy of being on this list, but with a bunch of covers, it hardly makes the cut for me. Still enjoyable, just not great. 3/5.

Viva Hate by Morrissey
Mar 28 2022

Very good

Iron Maiden by Iron Maiden
Mar 29 2022

Better than expected. 3/5

90 by 808 State
Mar 30 2022

2.5/ 5 at best. It's definitely nothing special. I think a couple of the songs are better than the rest, but overall, it isn't for me. I'm glad there are folks that enjoy it.

Apr 01 2022

Classic. 4/5. Standouts: Maggy May, Amazing Grace, I'm Losing You, Reason to Believe.

The Idiot by Iggy Pop
Apr 03 2022

Really great album. Never heard this before (except for Bowie's version of China Girl. Standouts: Sister Midnight, Nightclubbing,

The Genius Of Ray Charles by Ray Charles
Apr 04 2022

Really good. But, it is just a bunch of already well-known standards that he's singing. Nothing original here. It's good, but I can't give it more than 3/5.

The Wall by Pink Floyd
Apr 05 2022

5/5. Absolute perfection.

Marquee Moon by Television
Apr 08 2022

The song Marquee Moon is definitely the highlight of the album - that guitar riff is addicting. The rest of the album seems good, but doesn't compare to Marquee Moon.

Innervisions by Stevie Wonder
Apr 10 2022

This is a really good album from start to finish. 4/5

Guitar Town by Steve Earle
Apr 11 2022

Need to hear more if it.

Dookie by Green Day
Apr 12 2022

Loaded with classics. 3.5/5 because I don't know the entire album that well.

Fishscale by Ghostface Killah
Apr 13 2022

Not for me. I tried to listen to it and give it a chance, but there was just nothing there. No interest in ever hearing it again. 1/5

Face to Face by The Kinks
Apr 14 2022

Not my favorite era for the Kinks, but it's still good stuff. 3/5

Happy Sad by Tim Buckley
Apr 15 2022

Kind of an interesting listen. It isn't bad at all and I found myself singing along with it after a few listens... I don't think it is great, but it was worth spending time with. 3/5

Lady Soul by Aretha Franklin
Apr 16 2022

It’s good for what it is.

Ingenue by k.d. lang
Apr 17 2022

Not a fan of K.D. Lange but this is good one! Constant Craving is a classic The rest of the album is high quality. Good Music. 3/5

Eagles by Eagles
Apr 18 2022

This album is fine. I'd say that their best two albums are Hotel California and The Long Run. Why the Long Run isn't on this list is a mystery to me. When it comes to their next best album it is a toss-up between Eagles, Desperado, On the Border, and One of These Nights. Standouts: Peaceful Easy Feelin', Take it Easy, Witchy Woman. 3.5/5

The Rising by Bruce Springsteen
Apr 20 2022

Quite good. 3.5/5

Live At The Star Club, Hamburg by Jerry Lee Lewis
Apr 22 2022

No. Why is this on the list? He has like two songs and the rest are covers. Nothing original…. 2/5.

Blur by Blur
Apr 23 2022

Good first listen. Enjoyable. I know the one song, the rest was new. 2.5/5

Apr 24 2022

Kinky Afto was pretty catchy. The rest of the album seems ok. I think this one will take longer for me to get to know. It is my kind of music - just never heard it before. For now, I'll give it 2.5/5...

System Of A Down by System Of A Down
Apr 25 2022

When you're in the right mood, this can be a great one to get your blood pumping. I enjoyed it quite a bit. Not what I normally listen to though. 3/5

In Utero by Nirvana
Apr 26 2022

Mostly good. 3/5

Thriller by Michael Jackson
Apr 28 2022

5/5

Moby Grape by Moby Grape
Apr 29 2022

Good early Psychedelic Rock. 3/5

The Clash by The Clash
Apr 30 2022

Yes! First time hearing the album. I do know a few of the songs. This is really great. Can’t wait to hear it again. Standouts: London’s Burning, Police and Thieves From the US release: I Fought The Law 3.5/5

Mott by Mott The Hoople
May 02 2022
OK Computer by Radiohead
May 04 2022

Getting better with each listen. 3/5.

I'm Your Man by Leonard Cohen
May 05 2022

I came into this project already a big Leonard Cohen fan, so it was nice to see him being recognized with several albums. This album is right up there with the others. First We Take Manhattan is a great song that many already know, or recognize. It makes a great introduction to an amazing album. Standouts: First We Take Manhattan, The Tower Song, I'm Your Man, Take This Waltz, Everybody Knows 4.5/5

Dummy by Portishead
May 07 2022

2.5

Opus Dei by Laibach
May 08 2022

Different 2.5

Imperial Bedroom by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
May 09 2022

Haven't heard this album before. There were no songs on it that I knew either. Elvis Costello just isn't as popular in the USA as he is in the UK. Given that. I really loved this album. I need to hear more of it to justifyr a better rating. For now, I'll give it a solid 3/5. I am sure this will go higher in future listens.

Back In Black by AC/DC
May 10 2022

One of the first albums I ever bought. This is one of those classic albums that every song can be played on the radio. I know I have heard each and every song on classic rock radio stations today. Standouts: Every song on Side 1, also every song on side 2. Every song. every single song! 5/5

Fromohio by fIREHOSE
May 11 2022

It has its moments. 2.5/5

Remain In Light by Talking Heads
May 12 2022

You can definitely hear the Brian Eno touch on this one. One of the better Talking Heads Albums. 3/5

Exodus by Bob Marley & The Wailers
May 13 2022

"Don't Worry 'bout a thing. Every little thing is gonna be alright. " This is a good one! The first four songs are fine, but they don't compare to the rest of the album. Songs 5-10 are exceptional. Three Little Birds is my all-time favorite. Classics: Exodus, Jamming, Waiting in Vain, Three Little Birds, One Love/People Get Ready. 4/5

Vol. 4 by Black Sabbath
May 14 2022

I've heard this album before, but none of the songs were anything I had heard on the radio before so I didn't give it much credit. But, after listening to it now, I really think I enjoyed it and need to keep listening to it. My favorite track is Changes, followed by Supernaut and FX. 3.5 / 5

Too Rye Ay by Dexys Midnight Runners
May 15 2022

3.5 / 5 Most was new to me. Of course, the world knows Come on Eileen and I always loved that song. Classic: Come on Eileen Other standouts: Jackie Wilson Said (I'm in Heaven), Until I Believe in My Soul, Very Good: The Celtic Soul Brothers, Let's Make This Precious, All in All,

Smokers Delight by Nightmares On Wax
May 16 2022

Best Trip-Hop album ever? Ok, I've only heard a few but this is tops for me. Absolutely loved the vibe and sounds of this album. This is why I love the 1001 albums list - because of gems like this that I would have never heard otherwise. The album cover really threw me off... So, I was pleasantly surprised it wasn't a cheesy Rap album. I don't think there are any songs that stand out as exceptional, the entire album seems like one seamless work of art best-enjoyed start to finish. 4/5

En-Tact by The Shamen
May 18 2022

Surprised how much i enjoye$ this one.

OK by Talvin Singh
May 19 2022

"OK' is just that, OK. I didn't get anything from this one. I've heard it before and it didn't get any better this time around. 2/5.

Pyromania by Def Leppard
May 21 2022

This is one of the albums on this list that I know well already. I think every song is great and it is enjoyable from start to finish. "The extra instrumental track at the end of 'Billy's Bot A Gun' has been called either 'The March Of The Dreaded Zultrons' or 'The March Of The Wooden Zombies' by different band members. The sound is Rick Allen putting random numbers into a Linn drum machine, later added to by the band and Mutt" (http://www.deflepparduk.com/album3.html) Classics: Photograph, Rock Rock, Too Late For Love, Foolin', Rock of Ages,. 4.5/5

The Rise & Fall by Madness
May 22 2022

Above-average pop album. Enjoyable... 3/5

Synchronicity by The Police
May 23 2022

Brilliant. 5/5 Standouts: Synchronicity I, Walking in your Footsteps, Every Breath You Take, King of Pain, Wrapped Around Your Finger, Synchronicity II The rest of the songs are exceptional as well: Mother, Tea In the Sahara, Miss Gradenko and O My God. I had the LP of this album growing up so new to me is the bonus song: Murder by Numbers. But, I have to admit, after hearing it, it did sound familiar.

Zombie by Fela Kuti
May 25 2022

Great Afrobeat! 3.5/5

Play by Moby
May 26 2022

Really enjoyed this album. So many great songs, one right after the other. 4/5

Scott 2 by Scott Walker
May 27 2022

Nice. Great voice. Such an old style but it is still very enjoyable. Stanouts: Jackie, Next, Plastic Palace People, and my favorite track The Girls and The Dogs. 3/5

Bryter Layter by Nick Drake
May 28 2022

Sound a lot like the other Nick Drake albums…. Which is a good thing. 2.5/5

Savane by Ali Farka Touré
Jun 01 2022

First listen.

Yank Crime by Drive Like Jehu
Jun 03 2022

2/5. Noise....

Jun 04 2022

Waaaaayyyyy better than expected. Enjoyed this one very much. The language is a bit distracting at times, but compared to music today it is quite tame. Overall, I think it was definitely worth listening to. 3.5 / 5

E.V.O.L. by Sonic Youth
Jun 05 2022

3/5. Not bad.

Heaven Or Las Vegas by Cocteau Twins
Jun 06 2022

2.5 / 5 Some good vibes. Need to hear more of it.

Private Dancer by Tina Turner
Jun 07 2022

Tina really did a fine job on this album. Full of really good songs. 4/5 Standouts: Private Dancer, I Can't Stand the Rain, What's Love Got to Do With it?, Let's Stay Together. Others: 1984, Better Be Good To Me, Help! (From the International Version)

Beggars Banquet by The Rolling Stones
Jun 08 2022

Sympathy For the Devil is ultra-classic. Street Fighting Man is exceptional. The rest of the album is "new" to me. The Stones are an amazing band and they have been making music for 60 years. Think about that.... I'll need to hear more of this! 3.5/5

New Forms by Roni Size
Jun 10 2022

Very repetitive. Each song sound like a repetitive loop, played over and over again - repetitively. (Notice how repetitive I was there?) Not one song really stood out as unique or interesting. It is worth playing in the background when you don't care what you're listening to, so, I give it a 2 of 5

Dire Straits by Dire Straits
Jun 11 2022

Such a great sound. Never heard the entire album before, it stands out far ahead of other first listens for me. Standout: Sultans of Swing.

Woodface by Crowded House
Jun 12 2022

2.5/5. First listen. Sounds good. Like to hear more

Bad by Michael Jackson
Jun 13 2022

5/5 classic

Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division
Jun 14 2022

Great album. Don’t know it as much as I should. What i have heard is excellent. 3.5/5

Jun 16 2022

2.5 / 5. First listen. When I first started listening, I really wasn't impressed. But, as the day has gone on, I am starting to get into it.

Solid Air by John Martyn
Jun 17 2022

3.5 / 5 Solid air is a solid album. Great sounds. Love to hear more of this one in the future.

Jun 18 2022

Really? Not my new favorite band, but it was enjoyable. Like to hear more of this one. 2.5/5

Clandestino by Manu Chao
Jun 19 2022

3.5 / 5 Heard this one before. The more I hear it the better it gets.

Autobahn by Kraftwerk
Jun 21 2022

Not my favorite Kraftwerk album.

Ok...what the F&^% was that? Most of the album isn't music. The tracks that can be called music are 'interesting' but does that make it good? Is this something I want to listen to?

Ace of Spades by Motörhead
Jun 25 2022

Never been a motorhead fan. I had always heard OF them but never heard them. I was definitely into this kind of music later in the 1980s and I think this album was just ahead of my time, so that is why I missed it. Ace of Spades is definitely an easy song to call the 'star' of the album. The rest of the album definitely sounds like my kind of music. It's a shame it took this long for me to hear it. 3/5

Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Jun 26 2022

Great

Jun 27 2022

3/5 Herd this for the first time just last week, now here it is on this list. One of the best of the genre that I've heard. Chemical Warfare, California Uber Alles, I Kill Children, Holiday in Cambodia, and Even Viva Las Vegas...all songs I enjoyed!

Bayou Country by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Jun 28 2022

4.5. CCR is one of the best bands ever and this is a great album.

Faith by George Michael
Jun 29 2022

5/5 classic.

The ArchAndroid by Janelle Monáe
Jul 01 2022

Wow. Never heard of her before, but this was amazing. What a journey! Can't wait to get to know this one better. 3.5/5 (For now).

Nowhere by Ride
Jul 06 2022

2.5 / 5 Listened to this all day and every time it started again, it was like hearing the songs for the first time. This one would really take some time to get used to. I might like it better in the future.

S&M by Metallica
Jul 07 2022

Big Metallica fan….never heard this one before. It’s all right 3/5

Funeral by Arcade Fire
Jul 08 2022

Really good album. 3.5 / 5 I never heard this one prior to this list. I AM loving it. I need more time with this one, I know it will only get stronger as time goes by. From start to finish this one is great. I listened to the extra material as well and as a fan of 40's music, I was thrilled to find the relation to Alvino Rey! And My Buddy is such a great song! More people should know and have the chance to love it! Alvino Rey has others that are classic as well!

Dry by PJ Harvey
Jul 09 2022

Seems pretty good. Need to hear it again! 2.5/5

Jul 10 2022

2.5/5 Hard to believe this is from 1969. I can see how this would be influential to the punk rock scene in the 1970s though. Two of the songs are pretty good, the rest just seem like noise. Might get better with more listens though.

Definitely Maybe by Oasis
Jul 11 2022

I definitely maybe want to hear this one again and again. 3/5

Ragged Glory by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Jul 12 2022

Solid effort by Neil Young. I would definitely continue to listen to this one. I think as I get to know it better I will enjoy it more.

I’m a Lonesome Fugitive by Merle Haggard
Jul 14 2022

2.5 / 5. Good old-time Country music with a lot of heartbreak and prison songs.

Damaged by Black Flag
Jul 17 2022

2.5/5. Difficult one for me to enjoy. I think if I was in the mood, this would be great, but after listening to it all day - nothing stood out to me. Maybe another day, it will be awesome.

High Violet by The National
Jul 19 2022

2.5. Seems ok. Nothing really stands out, but nothing is bad... just need more time to get to know it.

Wonderful Rainbow by Lightning Bolt
Jul 20 2022

When I hear this album, the LAST thing that comes to mind are rainbows… i thought I was really going to hate this album, and surprisingly - I didn’t. It is loud and noisy, but there is something interesting about it. I am glad that I got a chance to hear it. I don’t know if I would ever decide to listen to it again one day voluntarily… 3/5.

Kenya by Machito
Jul 21 2022

What a great album. That is "feel good" music 100%. 3.5

Lam Toro by Baaba Maal
Jul 22 2022

World music just takes longer to appreciate when it is so different from what you are used to. This one, is like that for me. I can appreciate it, but not totally get it - for now. I am sure as i become more familiar with it, i will enjoy it more. For now it is a 2/5.

In Rainbows by Radiohead
Jul 23 2022

Standouts: Nude, All I Need, Faust Arp, Reckoner, House of Cards, Jigsaw Falling into Pieces and Videotape. Great album. 4/5

The Blueprint by JAY Z
Jul 24 2022

Probably one of my least favorite genres. But, this is one of the best 90's hip-hop albums I've heard. Hats off to Mister Z. I'd give it a bit of a higher score by the language really destroys the music. 3/5

Wild Is The Wind by Nina Simone
Jul 25 2022

Amazing. Standout: "Four Women" is a great song. The rest of the album is incredible. Love it. 4/5

Maggot Brain by Funkadelic
Jul 26 2022

Love Maggot Brain (Song). The rest of the album has promise. 3/5

Duck Rock by Malcolm McLaren
Jul 28 2022

What a wild mix of genres…. Buffalo Gals is classic.

Tarkus by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Jul 31 2022

Hearing this for the first time in 2022, makes me wonder what it must have been like to drop the needle on the album back in ‘71. I think somewhere in the 50 years that have past since its release it has lost something. I have heard of the album before and am definitely familiar with ELP, but I have never actually listened to it. Talent-wise, the band gets a solid 5/5. Knowable songs: 1/5, and like-able songs… maybe a 2/5. Favorite track: A Time and a Place. Least favorite: Are you Ready Eddy.

Goodbye And Hello by Tim Buckley
Aug 01 2022

Hard to listen to in 2022... I'm sure in the 1960s this was relevant. For me it was tolerable, but not great. 3/5

Manassas by Stephen Stills
Aug 03 2022

Really long and mostly good. 2.5/5

Rejoicing In The Hands by Devendra Banhart
Aug 04 2022

Really like it. I would like to hear this again soon! 3/5

Led Zeppelin II by Led Zeppelin
Aug 05 2022

5/5. I'd give it 6/5 if I could. Every song is perfect. Start to finish it is a classic!

Live At Leeds by The Who
Aug 07 2022

The original album is pretty short, the deluxe and 40th anniversary editions are for the die-hard Who fans - really long. If I could make my own playlist of about half the songs, I think it would be pretty great. Rating it for the original version (37 minutes): it is weak considering all the songs that they would have added. 3/5 The longer versions have more of the better songs, but it's also filled with a lot of songs that are fine... but just too much for one sitting. 3/5 as well.

Brilliant. When this came out, everyone thought Terence Trent D'Arby was the next big thing...then... what happened? This album is brilliant. But, TTD turned out to be a one-album wonder... like so many before him and since... 4.5/5

Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs by Derek & The Dominos
Aug 09 2022

Yeah, it's Eric Clapton. It's good. Just not exciting. Two absolute classics and the rest are fine. 3/5

Risque by CHIC
Aug 12 2022

3.5 Really classic, but dated.

Natty Dread by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Aug 13 2022

Bob Marley mon! 4/5 Best songs: Lively Up Yourself, No Woman No Cry, Natty Dread, (and the rest!!)

Aqualung by Jethro Tull
Aug 14 2022

Solid classic rock album. Aqualung is top 10 classic songs of all time. Standouts: Aqualung, Locomotive Breath, Cross-Eyed Mary, Hymn 43. 4/5

Behaviour by Pet Shop Boys
Aug 15 2022

A few good songs on here. I liked Being Borning, How Can You Expect to Be Taken Seriously? So Hard and To Face the Truth. 3.5/5

Le Tigre by Le Tigre
Aug 17 2022

Really good, fun album.

Home Is Where The Music Is by Hugh Masekela
Aug 19 2022

One of the best Jazz albums I've heard on this list. Really Really enjoyed it. 3.5

KIWANUKA by Michael Kiwanuka
Aug 20 2022

2.5. Not at all what i expected based on the album cover. Really good.

Headquarters by The Monkees
Aug 22 2022

2.5/5 Nothing special here.

Out Of The Blue by Electric Light Orchestra
Aug 23 2022

Too much, but mostly good

Van Halen by Van Halen
Aug 24 2022

Classic. 4/5

Group Sex by Circle Jerks
Aug 26 2022

2.5. Really short. Hardly enough time to get to know it.

Cypress Hill by Cypress Hill
Aug 27 2022

Better than others in this genre

Imagine by John Lennon
Aug 29 2022

The album starts with one of the most amazing melodies ever written. You know, the lyrics aren’t half bad either! It is a pure classic. The album itself if really good with one memorable song after another. 4/5 Best songs: Imagine, Jealous Guy, Oh, My Love

Trio by Dolly Parton
Sep 01 2022

2.5. It's good, but not really my thing

On The Beach by Neil Young
Sep 02 2022

3.5/5. Really good.

Life Thru A Lens by Robbie Williams
Sep 04 2022

Angles is one great song. The rest is very good. I'd like to hear this more often!

Coles Corner by Richard Hawley
Sep 05 2022

Such an unexpected sound and voice. Really enjoyed it. 3.5

Joan Baez by Joan Baez
Sep 09 2022

Never listened to this before. Ugh. Not for me. It isn't horrible, but I'd be good never hearing it again. 2/5

Talking Book by Stevie Wonder
Sep 12 2022

Amazing. 4/5 Standouts: You are the Sunshine of my Life, You and I, You Got it Bad Girl, Superstition, i Believe.

Time Out by The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Sep 13 2022

It’s Jazz.

Queen II by Queen
Sep 14 2022

I really like Queen, always have, but this album is so unknown to me. I think this album is very influential in their later albums. 3/5

Arrival by ABBA
Sep 15 2022

Wow, blast from the past. I've only heard ABBA's greatest hits albums before so it was interesting to hear this album. It wasn't half bad! 3/5

Juju by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Sep 17 2022

Singles: -------------------------- Spellbound (#22 UK) Arabian Knights (#32) Standouts: Spellbound, Arabian Knights, Night Shift Others: Monitor, Halloween, Sins In My Heart Rating: 3

Take Me Apart by Kelela
Sep 18 2022

Most of these newer albums will not stand the test of time. Yes, it might be good, and popular. Is it good enough to be on an enduring list like this? Probably not. Just like all the other albums that have made appearances and left the 1001 list...this one will follow. There is nothing special here.

Dig Me Out by Sleater-Kinney
Sep 19 2022

The "Girl Punk" band Sleater-Kinney. Genre: Punk Rock Reminds me of the old punk-rock Go-Go's before they became a pop band. Singles: ------------------------------- One More Hour Little Babies Overall, I think it has a good sound. I think I'd enjoy it more after I've heard it a few more times. Rating: 2.5+

Fetch The Bolt Cutters by Fiona Apple
Sep 24 2022

I dont really get the love for Fiona Aaple. It’s a descent album though. 2.5/5

Rumours by Fleetwood Mac
Sep 27 2022

5/5

Foxbase Alpha by Saint Etienne
Sep 29 2022

Easy to listen to and enjoy. Nothing complex, just simple goodness. I like their version of Only Love Can Break Your Heart. 3/5

Oct 01 2022

It’s ambient music so it’s supposed to be boring and uninteresting….. but it isn’t, some catchy loops.

Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins
Oct 04 2022

Singles: --------------------------------------- Cherub Rock (#7 US Alt, #31 UK) Today (#4 US Alt, UK #44) Disarm (#8 US Alt, UK #11) Rocket (#28 US Mainstream Rock, #89 UK) Standouts: Today, Others: Cherub Rock, Rocket, Disarm, Luna

Power In Numbers by Jurassic 5
Oct 05 2022

Why did it take me 20 years to hear this? I liked it much more than expected. When I seen a Rap album with the Parental Advisory: Explicit Content I was vary wary about what to expect. I like rap, in general, but I hate the over use of N****a, and the F-bombs etc. But, what ever lyrics that gave it this rating were tame compared to the crap I had to listen to with NWA, Ice-T, Common and other artists that destroy their albums by going way over the top with the language. This album has style and class and was very enjoyable with an ‘old school’ vibe. Damn, I loved it. The beats at the beginning of “break” is very nostalgic of some of the early rap that I grew up with. I haven’t heard an album this fresh and interesting since De La Soul’s “Three Feet High and Rising” an album that I give very high praises to. Standouts: Freedom, Remember His Name, Break, What’s Golden, Thin Line, High Fidelity, Hey. It’s such a bummer that it took me twenty years after its release to hear it for the first time. I look forward to hearing more of this one. 3.5/5 (For my first listen) 5.0 for future potential.

Oct 07 2022

Standouts: Take Me To the River, I'm Not in Love, Others: Thank You For Sending Me an Angel, The Good Thing, Girls Want to be With The Girls, The Big Country Rating: 3.5

Harvest by Neil Young
Oct 08 2022

3.5/5. Excellent.

Oct 10 2022

It’s ambient music so it’s supposed to be boring and uninteresting….. but it isn’t, some catchy loops.

Blue by Joni Mitchell
Oct 11 2022

2/5. Not for me

Maxinquaye by Tricky
Oct 12 2022

Liked the Trip Hop beats right from the start. Standouts: Overcome (Karmacoma), Pumpkin, Others: Ponderosa, Black Steel, Aftermath, Abbaon Fat Tracks, Hell is Around the Corner, Feed Me Singles: --------------------------------------- Aftermath Ponderosa Overcome Black Steel The Hell E.P. (#12 UK) Pumpkin Rating: 3.5

Copper Blue by Sugar
Oct 13 2022

It’s ok. Never heard of them or any of the songs. 2/5

Scream, Dracula, Scream by Rocket From The Crypt
Oct 14 2022

Punk Rock from 1995 First time I've heard this.... 2/5 (really need to listen to it again).

Appetite For Destruction by Guns N' Roses
Oct 16 2022

Great album! Welcome to the Jungle, Paradise City, Sweet Child of Mine. 4/5

Oct 17 2022

Not what I usually listen to, but, at the right time…this could be a great listen. Above average for the genre. 2.5/5

Boston by Boston
Oct 18 2022

A classic. Start to finish it is amazing.

Kenza by Khaled
Oct 19 2022

Arabic music? Well, it was much better than I expected. I’m glad I got to hear it. 2.5 / 5

It's Blitz! by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Oct 20 2022

Yeah Yeah Yeah's Synth Punk from 2009. Singles: ------------------------------------ Zero (#7 US Sales, #18 US Alt, #49 UK) Heads Will Roll (#5 US Sales, #1 US Dance, #89 UK) Skeletons Standouts: Skeletons Others: Zero, Head Will Roll, Soft Shock, Runaway, Little Shadow Rating: 2.5

In It For The Money by Supergrass
Oct 21 2022

Singles: --------------------------------------- Going Out (#5 UK) Richard III (#2 UK) Sun Hits the Sky (#10 UK) Cheapskate (#35 US Alt) Late in the Day (#18 UK) Standouts: Going Out Others: In It For The Money, Richard III, Tonight, Late in the Day, Sun Hits the Sky, Cheapskate Rating: 3/5

Goo by Sonic Youth
Oct 23 2022

2.5

Protection by Massive Attack
Oct 27 2022

3/5. Nice sound.

Paul's Boutique by Beastie Boys
Oct 29 2022

Get’s better everytime i hear it.

Trout Mask Replica by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Oct 30 2022

Produced by Frank Zappa. Yes, it does have a Zappa-vibe to it for sure. Still getting aquatinted with it. It does get better with time…. 3/5

Grace by Jeff Buckley
Nov 01 2022

Eh. One brilliant remake.

The Band by The Band
Nov 03 2022

Classic 1960s

La Revancha Del Tango by Gotan Project
Nov 04 2022

2.5 It isn’t bad, just none of the songs really stand out to me. Kind of dull.

Diamond Life by Sade
Nov 06 2022

Side One is 5/5. Side two is good, but not nearly as good as the first half. 4/5

Nov 09 2022

This is the second time I have heard it. I really liked it the first time, now I am thinking that this is brilliant. Can’t wait to hear more of it. 4/5

This Year's Model by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Nov 10 2022

One of his best. 3.5

Pieces Of The Sky by Emmylou Harris
Nov 11 2022

2.5. It’s nice. That’s all I have to say about that.

Let England Shake by PJ Harvey
Nov 12 2022

2.5 I think it sounds great. Really dont know it well enough to go higher right now.

1977 by Ash
Nov 14 2022

3.5 I was shocked that is was from 1977. Seriously, I thought it was modern rock. NNED more of this!

In A Silent Way by Miles Davis
Nov 15 2022

Didn’t really get into this one. Maybe good? Need more time….

Nov 19 2022

I literally gre up with this album, it was released a week before i was born. I think it is one of the most perfect albums ever - start to finish. 5/5 Favorite songs: She’s leaving home and A Day in the Life

Nov 20 2022

This is why this list is so great. It introduced me to albums like this. Love it.

The Score by Fugees
Nov 21 2022

Very good. 3.5/5

Low-Life by New Order
Nov 29 2022

3.5/5

Dust by Screaming Trees
Dec 01 2022
Dec 02 2022

2.5 Freak on a Leash is classic. All in the Family Rocks, the rest seems repetitive.

Parklife by Blur
Dec 03 2022

Quite a few good tracks. It is an easy album to enjoy. Never heard it before. Girls and Boys sounds familiar, but the rest were completely new to me. I am sure I will keep listening to this one in the future. 3/5 (for now)

I can do without this in my life. Too much Dylan, all at once. Too much of that voice, too much harmonica. I'm sure the songs are better than the singer. I'd prefer if he wrote songs and let others sing them.

All Hope Is Gone by Slipknot
Dec 05 2022

This is a wild one. A bit harder than I listen to now, but in my younger days I would have been cranking this.

Fever Ray by Fever Ray
Dec 09 2022

Never heard of them or this album before. I enjoyed it more than I thought I would. It definitely will take me more time to make an honest judgment on it. For now, it's a solid 2.5/5.

Axis: Bold As Love by Jimi Hendrix
Dec 10 2022

I really like Jimi Hendrix, but this album is completely unknown to me. It IS Jimi though, and I am sure I will grow to love it someday.

My Generation by The Who
Dec 11 2022

3.5/5 Old Who albums just aren't as good as their later stuff. That being said, it is an excellent 60s Beatles-like album. Standouts: My Generation, The Kids are Alright I Don't Mind, The Good's Gone, La La La Lies, Much too Much, Please Please Please (The James Brown remake), Legal Matter

Giant Steps by The Boo Radleys
Dec 12 2022

It’s fine

Kid A by Radiohead
Dec 13 2022

They definitely have a sound of their own. It is more than good music, it is interesting. I've heard the album a few times now, and still really don't know it well enough. I do know that I like it and enjoy it, but I still need more time to really appreciate it. There are no songs that really stand out to me as superior. But, like I said, I just haven't heard it enough. How to Disappear Completely is probably the one that I appreciated the most. I'll give it 3.5/5 for now, but I know it deserves more.

1989 by Taylor Swift
Dec 14 2022

Taylor Swift? Never heard of her before. Ha! Joke. I really like her and the album. She is pretty talented. 4/5

Yeezus by Kanye West
Dec 15 2022

3.5/5 He's pretty great. Everything he does is fresh.

Born In The U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen
Dec 17 2022

5/5 One of the classics from my era. Start to finish it is amazing. Favorite song: My Hometown

Oedipus Schmoedipus by Barry Adamson
Dec 18 2022

Interesting music. Nothing I've heard before. I kind of like it. 3/5

Isn't Anything by My Bloody Valentine
Dec 19 2022

Not bad. 3/5 Standouts: "Soft as Snow (But Warm Inside)"

Fulfillingness' First Finale by Stevie Wonder
Dec 21 2022

Classic Stevie Wonder. Standouts: Boogie On Reggae Woman, You Haven't Done Nothin', They Won't Go When I Go Others: Creepin', Heaven is 10 Zillion Light Years Away, Please Don't Go 4/5

Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield
Dec 22 2022

One great song...the rest is fine but nothing great. 3/5

Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode
Dec 23 2022

Great album. Never heard the whole thing before but know some of the songs quite well. Standouts: Strangelove, Little 15, Never Let Me Down Again and Behind the Wheel. A lot of great tracks. 3.5/5

The Specials by The Specials
Dec 24 2022

When I think of Ska, this is one of the bands that comes to mind. Terry Hall just passed away the other day and I really hoped I would get to heard this album to honor him. I really enjoyed More Specials when it appeared on this list. Stand Outs: A Message to You Rudy, Others: Monkey Man, Dawning of a New Era, You’re Wondering Now 3.5

Broken English by Marianne Faithfull
Dec 25 2022

I kinda like it.3.5

Eliminator by ZZ Top
Dec 27 2022

Classic. 4.5/5 All great.

Treasure by Cocteau Twins
Dec 28 2022

Unique. Interesting sounds. Not sure about it yet. Will need more time, but I am favorable in my opinion. 2.5

Punishing Kiss by Ute Lemper
Dec 29 2022

This is a difficult one to rate after one day of listening. I was shocked that this was something from 2000. It sounded much older. I don't know Ute Lemper and don't know if this is a typical sound for her or this is something unique. The songs sound like they are from musical theater - which isn't really a good thing for me. I think with time and more study, I can start to appreciate it more. Time will tell... for now, 2.5 with potential for more.

Arc Of A Diver by Steve Winwood
Dec 30 2022

While You See a Chance is awesome and Arc of a Diver is very good. The rest of the album is just in the "pretty good" range for me. 3/5

Ágætis Byrjun by Sigur Rós
Dec 31 2022

Sigur Rós is from Iceland. This is their 2nd album. Genre: Post-rock, dream pop, ambient, art rock, shoegazing 'Post-rock is a form of experimental rock characterized by a focus on exploring textures and timbre over traditional rock song structures, chords, or riffs' (wikipedia) Singles: Svefn-g-englar, Ný batterí The first song, "Svefn-g-englar" is amazing. The rest of the album is very nice to listen to. Standouts: Svefn-g-englar Others: Ny batteri, Agaetis byrijun This will go onto my mood music playlist for sure. 3/5

Crosby, Stills & Nash by Crosby, Stills & Nash
Jan 01 2023

This is the debut album of Crosby, Still and Nash. For me, it is hard to believe that there was ever a time when they were unknowns. In 1969, I was two years old. I didn't know them until much later. I knew many of their songs growing up but didn't really know the group until the Album Daylight Again came out in the early 80s. THAT album I loved. Start to finish - it was a masterpiece to my teenage ears. So, for me to hear this album, now, for the first time probably is pretty wild. It starts with two iconic songs in classic rock: "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes" and "Marrakesh Express." The rest of the album is what you expect from their harmonies and the late 1960s. It's pretty good. Today not quite as good to hear as it would have been back in the time it was released. I really love the album cover too. Who were they at the time this photo was taken? I don't know much of their early years, but this photo looks like a real, honest photo of them before fame. Simple. and definitely not rich. Three dudes, hanging out, playing some music and dreaming of what could be. It's a real good album to listen to, I enjoyed it quite a bit. 3.5/5.

Blonde On Blonde by Bob Dylan
Jan 02 2023

Not a fan. Couple good - classic - songs and a lot of typical Bob Dylan in between.

The Hour Of Bewilderbeast by Badly Drawn Boy
Jan 03 2023

Heard this album just a couple of weeks ago, and mostly thought it was underwhelming. Listening to it again today, I am coming around to it. There are 2-3 really great songs, and the more I listen to the rest, the more I am liking it. I think my first reaction was that this was maybe a 2/5, I'll go up to 3/5 for now, but I think I'll soon be adding this one to the "glad it was on the list" list. :)

The United States Of America by The United States Of America
Jan 05 2023

2.5 Weird sound. The first song on the album is pretty good, the rest....eh.

Fever To Tell by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Jan 07 2023

3.5 Better than average. Enjoyable.

Safe As Milk by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Jan 08 2023

Interesting

Haunted Dancehall by The Sabres Of Paradise
Jan 09 2023

I don't know what it is about this album that I like. It isn't what I normally listen to and I'm not saying I think it is amazing. I just really enjoyed it. Background music with a bonus. It's different. I plan to keep playing this one in the future.

Paranoid by Black Sabbath
Jan 11 2023

4.5 This album is amazing. It just might be a 5/5 for me in the near future.

Blackstar by David Bowie
Jan 12 2023

I like Bowie. This one is different and will take some time to get used to. A couple of tracks stand out to me when listening. I really should have looked at the titles while they were playing..... good, but nothing like Ziggy Stardust Bowie... 3/5

Hot Fuss by The Killers
Jan 13 2023

Debut album by The Killers, from Las Vegas USA. Their only album on the 1001 list. Singles: -------------------------------------------------------- Mr. Brightside (#10 US & UK) Somebody Told Me (#3 US Alt & UK) All These Things That I've Done (#10 Us Alt, #18 UK) Smile Like You Mean It (#15 US Alt, #11 UK) Standouts: Mr. Brightside, Smile Like You Mean It, Somebody Told Me, All The Things That I've Done, Andy You're a Star, Others: Jenny Was a Friend of Mine, Change Your Mind, Glamourous Indie Rock & Roll Rating: 4/5 (Outstanding)

Soul Mining by The The
Jan 14 2023

English Band. They have two albums on the 1001 list. Rating: 3.5/5 (Excellent) Singles: ----------------------------- Uncertain Smile (#68 UK) Perfect (#79 UK) This is the Day (#71 UK)

Highway to Hell by AC/DC
Jan 15 2023

Singles: ---------------------------------- Highway to Hell (#24 Australia, #47 US, #56 UK, #1 US Mainstream Rock) Girls Got Rhythm Touch Too Much (#29 UK, #106 US) Beating Around the Bush Standouts: Highway to Hell, Girls Got Rhythm, Touch too Much, If You Want Blood, Love Hungry Man Others: Beating Around the Bush, Get It Hot, Love Hungry Man, Night Prowler Rating: 5/5 (Classic)

Garbage by Garbage
Jan 16 2023

Garbage is a Alternative Rock band from Madison, WI, USA. This is their first album and only appearance on the 1001 albums list. Singles: --------------------------------------------- Vow (#26 US Alt, #138 UK) Only Happy When It Rains (#16 US Alt, #29 UK) Queer (#12 US Alt, #13 UK) Stupid Girl (#24 US, #2 US Alt, #4 UK) Milk (#10 UK) Initial Impression: Thumbs Up 4/5

Violator by Depeche Mode
Jan 17 2023

4/5, pretty close to 4.5

BEYONCÉ by Beyoncé
Jan 18 2023

“not my bag baby” - Austin Powers. 2/5

Illinois by Sufjan Stevens
Jan 21 2023

First time hearing this one. Never heard of Sufjan Stevens before. The album is fine. I think it will take time to get to know it better. For now, it's a 2.5

Caetano Veloso by Caetano Veloso
Jan 22 2023

Not too bad. Favorite Track: Soy loco por ti, América 2.5

Jan 23 2023

Really like this one. It is one I have known quite well since it was released 32 years ago! That's just crazy. Favorite Tracks: Nothing Compares 2 U, Three Babies, Feel So Different, I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got. 4/5

Remedy by Basement Jaxx
Jan 25 2023

3

Ctrl by SZA
Jan 27 2023

2/5 Sounds fine, but not for me

Jan 28 2023

Standouts: Miss World, Softer Softest, I Think That I Would Die Others: Violet, Asking For It, Plump, Doll Parts 3.5

Repeater by Fugazi
Jan 29 2023

Standouts: Repeater Other: Merchandise, Greed. I’ve heard this album before. The only song that I remembered was ‘Repeater’. Everything else was like hearing it for the first time. You can tell they are talented. I think that the songs would be better if sung by someone with a unique and stand-out voice. The vocals just seemed like any number of bar-bands playing the hits of other artists. I think this album is on the list because musically (not vocally) the album does seem to be ahead of its time and was probably an influence on later artists. It is barely above average. 3/5

Picture Book by Simply Red
Jan 30 2023

It’s pretty good. I know a few of the songs and the rest are sung by that same unique voice. Question is, will that voice get tired after hearing too much of it? For now, I like it. 3/5

Close To You by Carpenters
Jan 31 2023

It’s hard not to love the voice of Karen Carpenter. So sweet. The album is just too much…. Its like eating a chocolate cake, topped with snickers bars, toped with extra chocolate syrup, candy sprinkles and topped that with another whole entire chocolate cake. Too much sweet. Stop already. I’ll stick to the greatest hits album. Good Songs: Close to You, We've Only Just Begun Bad Songs: Help, Reason To Believe, I'll Never Fall In Love Again, Baby It's You

3 + 3 by The Isley Brothers
Feb 02 2023

That Lady! Who’s that lady? Love it. The rest of the album is strong. Smooth. Don’t let me be lonely tonight, Listen to the Music, Summer Breeze 3.5/5

Snivilisation by Orbital
Feb 03 2023

Definitely something I usually get excited about hearing for the first time... First impression was a little less than expected. Hope it grows on me! 2.5

Here Are the Sonics by The Sonics
Feb 04 2023

Standouts: The Witch, Do You Love Me, Roll Over Beethoven, Have Love Will Travel, Psycho, Money (That's What I Want), Nighttime Is The Right Time, Good Golly Miss Molly. 3/5

Live! by Fela Kuti
Feb 06 2023

it's alright. 2.5/5

Supa Dupa Fly by Missy Elliott
Feb 08 2023

Not my choice of music. I did give it a chance, but it really didn’t do much for me. 2.5/5 (above average)

Histoire De Melody Nelson by Serge Gainsbourg
Feb 09 2023

Something interesting and likable about the album. No idea what he's singing about, but the songs and melody are very nice. I do know the name Serge Gainsbourg. I was always a fan of the je t'aime, Moi non plus. If you have never heard it, give it a listen It is quite sexy - even orgasmic! He and Jane Birkin practically make love while singing the entire song. Wish that was on this album! 3/5

Here's Little Richard by Little Richard
Feb 10 2023

Nope, he's too over the top for me. I can stand a song or two here and there, but a whole album of that.... I'll pass. 2.5/5

At Folsom Prison by Johnny Cash
Feb 11 2023

Yep, Johnny singing at a prison again. "Best "bad boy" lyrics in a song ever" goes to: "I shot a man in Reno, just to watch him die" from Folsom Prison Blues. The audience and banter give the album its charm and character. It's one of the better live albums I've heard on this list. 3.5/5

Greetings From L.A. by Tim Buckley
Feb 13 2023

I really wanted to like it. It just didn't do much for me. It isn't bad and I think if I heard it enough times, it would be better, but for now, it is utterly forgettable. 2.5/5

25 by Adele
Feb 14 2023

Nice, but nearly as classic as “21”. 3/5

Come Away With Me by Norah Jones
Feb 15 2023

3.5 Really good music. It was something special when it came out and it still holds up well. 3.5

Murder Ballads by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Feb 17 2023

Love his voice!

The White Album by Beatles
Feb 18 2023

5/5. Classic. Brilliant from start to finish.

Very by Pet Shop Boys
Feb 20 2023

3/5 I like PSBs but didn't know this album at all. It’s pretty good. Need to hear it again

Forever Changes by Love
Feb 21 2023

3.5 There were some really good tracks!

Gorillaz by Gorillaz
Feb 23 2023

Good 3.5

First Band On The Moon by The Cardigans
Feb 24 2023

Standouts: Lovefool Others: Your New Cookoo, Been It, Heartbreaker, Happy Meal II, Iron Man, Great Divide, Choke Rating: 3.5

Tidal by Fiona Apple
Feb 25 2023

Really good Debut! Standouts: Criminal, Show Like Honey Others: Sleep to Dream, Sullen Girl, Shadowboxer, The First Taste, Never is a Promise, Carrion Rating: 3.5

Tellin’ Stories by The Charlatans
Feb 27 2023

They sound lust like another band I’ve heard…l I won’t say who, but it begins with an “O” and ends in “asis”….. 3/5

Miriam Makeba by Miriam Makeba
Feb 28 2023

Standouts: The Naughty Little Flea, One More Dance. 3/5

Fuzzy Logic by Super Furry Animals
Mar 01 2023

Sounfds good. Just getting to know it.

Junkyard by The Birthday Party
Mar 02 2023

Interesting sounds and Nick Cave’s voice makes this album standout. 3/5

Kilimanjaro by The Teardrop Explodes
Mar 05 2023

3/5 Above average.

Tigermilk by Belle & Sebastian
Mar 07 2023

2.5. Seems ok.

The Velvet Underground by The Velvet Underground
Mar 10 2023

Brilliant! Standouts: Candy Says, Pale Blue Eyes, Jesus, After Hours Others: What Goes On, Some Kinda Love, Beginning to See the Light, I'm Set Free, That's the Story of My Life, The Murder Mystery,

Stand! by Sly & The Family Stone
Mar 11 2023

4/5. Outstanding!

Lust For Life by Iggy Pop
Mar 14 2023

Standouts: Lust for Life Others: Sixteen, The Passenger, Tonight, Success Rating: 3.5

Sail Away by Randy Newman
Mar 15 2023

Not much of a fan of Randy, but this can probably grow on me if I hear it enough. Standouts: Old Man Others: Everything else Rating: 3.5

Merriweather Post Pavilion by Animal Collective
Mar 16 2023

I'd like to hear this again... Standouts: None Others: My Girls, Summertime Clothes Rating: 3/5

The Healer by John Lee Hooker
Mar 17 2023

Solid blues 3/5

Let It Be by The Replacements
Mar 18 2023

Outstanding! Standouts: I Will Dare, Androgynous, 20th Century Boy Others: Favorite Thing, We're Comin' Out, Black Diamond, Unsatisfied, Sixteen Blue, Answering Machine Favorite Track: Androgynous Rating: 4/5

Reggatta De Blanc by The Police
Mar 21 2023

4 Fantastic album. I give it a solid 4/5 for now.

She's So Unusual by Cyndi Lauper
Mar 22 2023

One of my favorites from the era. Loved this when it came out. I think it still holds up pretty well. 4/5

Colour By Numbers by Culture Club
Mar 23 2023

Really great album. It was a classic from the day it was released. 4.5

Chris by Christine and the Queens
Mar 24 2023

Very average. 2018. This isn't old enough of an album to be considered for a list like this. There are so many brilliant albums that aren't on the list, and this one is? 2.5

xx by The xx
Mar 25 2023

Good sound. I’d definitely like to kepp listening to this one. 3/5

Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye
Mar 26 2023

One really great song, the rest is pretty nice to listen to.... 3/5

The Infotainment Scan by The Fall
Mar 27 2023

Two year ago, I never heard of the Fall, now I get excited when I see another album on the list. Enjoyable! But don’t this one well enough yet. 3/5

Wild Wood by Paul Weller
Mar 28 2023

Actually really liked this one. Never heard of him before. Not exactly the kind of music I listen to, but I thought it was pretty good. I'd like to hear more of it.

Mar 29 2023

One of their better early albums. I prefer the 70s and 80s albums, but this is good. 3.5/5

Pacific Ocean Blue by Dennis Wilson
Mar 30 2023

Solid album. Definitely not a Beach Boys album. Favorite tracks: Thoughts of You, Time, Moonshine, You and I, End of the Show 3.5/5

The Sun Rises In The East by Jeru The Damaja
Mar 31 2023

Waaaaay better than I was expecting. Very enjoyable old school sound. 3/5

Aftermath by The Rolling Stones
Apr 01 2023

What a Drag it is to get old….. Classic. One of their best! BUT, I hate it when songs from UK and US versions are not the same. I considered both versions in my ratings. Listening to just one over the other would result in a lower rating. Standouts: Mother's Little Helper, Lady Jane, Under My Thumb, Out of Time, Paint it Black (U.S. Version of the Album) Others: Stupid Girl, Going Home 4.5/5

Franz Ferdinand by Franz Ferdinand
Apr 02 2023

Excellent. 4/5 Outstanding Album. Standouts: This Fire, Michael, Darts of Treasure, Take Me Out, The Dark of the Matinee, Jacqueline, 40.

Teen Dream by Beach House
Apr 03 2023

I've never heard of Beach House before and my first impression - before listening - was that I probably wouldn't like it... BUT, then I started the album. Every song is just the kind of music that I tend to like. I like the "dream pop" category it has been placed in. If this is dream pop, then I want to hear more. I liked the immediately from the start. Standouts: Zebra, Used to Be 3/5

Lady In Satin by Billie Holiday
Apr 04 2023

3/5 It's Nice. Wouldn't see it out often though.

Station To Station by David Bowie
Apr 05 2023

4.5 Great album. Standouts: Golden Years, TVC 15 Others: Station to Station

Brothers In Arms by Dire Straits
Apr 06 2023

5/5 Absolute Classic Standouts: Money For Nothing, Your Latest Trick, Why Worry, Brothers in Arms, So Far Away, Walk of Life, The Man's Too Strong, One World.... Every song basically....

The Stranger by Billy Joel
Apr 08 2023

Billy Joel was great before album came out, but this album made him a superstar. With classics like My Life, Movin' Out, Just the Way You Are, and She's Always a Woman this album should be mostly familiar to any music fan. Then the rest of the album is full of some of Billy's best loved songs by true fans such as Scene's From an Italian Restaurant, Vienna, and my personal favorite: Everybody Has a Dream. The only other song not mentioned is Get it Right the First Time and it's not too bad either. One of the easiest 5/5 that I have given. Only 70 of the 950 albums I have rated have received a 5/5 rating from me (about 7%).

A Wizard, A True Star by Todd Rundgren
Apr 09 2023

First time hearing this one. First impression: Weird collection of ok music. Some songs sound like Queen. Favorite Tracks: Sometimes I Don't Know, I Don't Wanna Tie You Down, Just One Victory Least Favorite: Medley 3.0

Apr 10 2023

"Twinkle, twinkle Blah, blah, blah" 40+ songs??!! But, it's punk, post punk, hard-core punk, so each song is reasonably short. It's still a longer than average album, but not bad. Most of the songs are good, some really good and others kinda sound like the Red Hot Chili Peppers (a little bit). Overall, I enjoyed it. Standouts: #1 Hit Song (Blah Blah Blah!), Don't Look Down, But really there are a lot of great little songs on here! Overall : 4/5

Apr 11 2023

Love their sound! Standouts: Starlight, Supermassive Black Hole, Knights of Cydonia, Invincible and Soldier's Poem

Our Aim Is To Satisfy by Red Snapper
Apr 12 2023

Genre: Trip hop First time for me. Never heard of the band, don't know the album. Singles: None Songs that appear on best of the band lists: -------------------------------------------------- Some Kind of Kink, Keeping Pigs Together, The Rake, Best Tracks: Maybe... Keeping the Pigs together. Many songs are just repetitive loops, and aren't exactly exciting... I really like trip-hop, but this one just doesn't do it for me...not yet anyways. Maybe I need more time with it. 2.5 for now...

Pet Sounds by The Beach Boys
Apr 13 2023

Some great songs. God Only Knows, Wouldn't it Be Nice, Sloop John B The rest is good. 4/5

Tapestry by Carole King
Apr 14 2023

Used to the “THE” Album…today it’s good, but over played over the years.

Live And Dangerous by Thin Lizzy
Apr 15 2023

I'm not a Thin Lizzy fan...and I don’t usually like live albums….but, this album, pulls it off. A good selection of songs, performed well in front of a crowd. After this listen, i just might pay more attention to other Thin Lizzy albums. Surprised. I am. 3/5

Guero by Beck
Apr 16 2023

E-Pro is a great alt rock #1 track. Girl is a great follow up. The rest of the album is typical Beck. Which is always good. 3.5

Apr 17 2023

Classic 80s! It's just SO 80s and a bit dated today. Standouts: Take on Me, The Sun Always Shines on TV, Hunting High and Low. Singles: --------------------------- Take on Me (#1 all over the world) Love is Reason (Released in Norway and Philippines) The Sun Always Shines on TV (Top 10) Train of Thought (#5 IRE, #8 UK, #14 GER) Hunting High and Low (Top 10 world-wide, but not in USA)

Bongo Rock by Incredible Bongo Band
Apr 19 2023

Great! My 3rd listen. It just get's better each time. Standouts: Let there Be Drums, Apache, Last Bongo in Belgium, Bongolia, Dueling Bongos, In-a-Gadda-Da-Vita, Bongo Rock Score: 4/5

Elvis Is Back by Elvis Presley
Apr 20 2023

Of all the Elvis albums...this makes the list? Ok.... Standouts: Fever Others: The Girl of My Best Friend, Soldier Boy, Rating: 2.5

Transformer by Lou Reed
Apr 21 2023

Exceptional Standouts: Perfect Day, Walk on the Wild Side, Satellite of Love,

Disintegration by The Cure
Apr 22 2023

Classic Cure Standouts: Pictures of You, Lovesong, Lullaby, Fascination Street, Others: Plainsong, Closedown, Last Dance, Disintegration, Homesick, Rating: 3.5/5

Pretzel Logic by Steely Dan
Apr 23 2023

Excellent Steely Dan album! Standouts: ---------------- Rikki Don't Lose That Number Pretzel Logic Others: --------------------- Charlie Freak Barrytown East St. Louis Toodle-oo With a Gun Any Major Dude Will Tell You Through With Buzz Parker's Band Night by Night Rating: 4/5

Ellington at Newport by Duke Ellington
Apr 24 2023

Really nice Jazz album by a master. Born in 1899 he was active on the music scene for much of the early American Swing and Jazz era. There are not many music lovers that have never heard of Duke Ellington. Not something I'd listen to often, but it is great! 4/5

Calenture by The Triffids
Apr 25 2023

A couple of good catchy songs. Standouts: Holy Water, Bury Me Deep in Love Others: Kelly's Blues, Save What You Can 3/5

Apr 26 2023

“The most laid back HOUSE album I’ve ever heard” he said, while yawning. I think Rock and Roll is safe…. While it isn't much of a 'HOUSE' album, I think it is really good. I hate the mispronounced names in the song listing all the 80's music stars. Seriously? Jack Coogar Mellencamp, Cyndi Looper....ridiculous. That aside, the album is quite enjoyable in it's own way. At the start of the day I was thinking this was a 2/5 at best, now after listening to it all day, I'm at 3.5.

The Doors by The Doors
Apr 27 2023

The Doors debut album. From L.A., CA Genre: Psychedelic rock, hard rock, art rock, psychedelia Singles: Break on Through (#64 UK. #146 USA) Light My Fire (#1 USA, #7 UK) Notable Songs: Light My Fire, Break of Through, The End, Back Door Man, The Crystal Ship, Alabama Song, Twentieth Century Fox, Soul Kitchen. Third Listen: Previous two: 5/5 and 5/5. One of the best albums ever. Rating: 5/5

Third/Sister Lovers by Big Star
Apr 28 2023

Great listen. Standouts: Femme Fatal, Holocaust, Jesus Christ, Thank You Friend, Kanga Roo, and more! 4/5

m b v by My Bloody Valentine
Apr 30 2023

2.5 Difficult listen. Odd music.

May 01 2023

8th album released by the Fall. Genre: Post-Punk First Impression: Nice Looking at the list of the best The Fall songs. The only two songs from this album are not on the Original UK LP: Couldn't Get Ahead and Cruisers Creek. Standouts: Barmy, Paint Work, Others: Mansion, I Am Damo Suzuki Standouts From 1997 CD: Cruisers Creek, Couldn't Get Ahead Rating: 3.5

The Number Of The Beast by Iron Maiden
May 02 2023

Standouts: Run to the Hills, The Number of the Beast Others: Children of the Damned, Hallowed Be Thy Name Great sound! 3.5

May 03 2023

Respect was #1 in the USA the day I was born. This is the first time I have heard the album. Respect is classic Aretha. The rest of the album is good. I've never been to crazy of a fan of her. 3/5

McCartney by Paul McCartney
May 04 2023

His first album post-Beatles could not be more unlike the Beatles if he tried. As a Beatles fan - and a McCartney fan I was looking forward to hearing this album, since I really never heard it before. I was more into the later McCartney stuff. Good? Yes, Different? Definitely. I can see this being a great album, after I get used to it but for now, on this first listen, I'll leave it a 3/5.

May 05 2023

Singles: ------------------ In da Club (#1 USA, #3 UK) 21 Questions (#1 USA, #6, UK) P.I.M.P. (#3 USA, #5 UK) If I Can't (#76 USA, #10 UK) Other good tracks: What Up Gangsta, Many Men, Patiently Waiting, High All The Time, If He Can't, Back Down, Wanksta (Bonus) 4.5/5

Fear and Whiskey by Mekons
May 06 2023

The Mekons' fourth album. They are from England. Genre: Alternative rock, alternative country First listen. Notable Songs: Hard to Be Human Again 2.5

May 07 2023

Spirit is from Los Angles, USA Genre Progressive rock First Listen. Heard of the band, not familiar with the album or any of the songs. Singles: ------------------------------- Animal Zoo (#97 USA) Nature's Way (#111 USA) Mr. Skin (#92) 2.5

Reign In Blood by Slayer
May 08 2023

It's kind of loud! LOL.. Good for what it is, but not my thing. 2.5

Talking Heads 77 by Talking Heads
May 09 2023

Psycho Killer is the star of this album. The rest is good too. :) Brian Eno became a fan and became involved with the talking heads. I definitely see a correlation between the two of them. A level of brilliance that isn't appreciated by the average music listener. 3/5

Heroes by David Bowie
May 10 2023

First listen. I know "Heroes" but that's it from the album. The rest is new to me. Notable Songs: Joe the Lion, Heroes, Beauty and Beast Singles: ------------------------------------------ Heroes (#4 UK) Beauty and Beast (#39 UK) Not much stands out to a first time listener of the album. I think it's probably better than I am thinking after the first day. I'm sure my score will rise with future listens... For now... 2.5/5

May 12 2023

Singles from Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not ---------------------------------------------------------------------- I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor (#1 UK, #7 US Alt) When the Sun Goes Down (#1 UK) Standouts: I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor Rating: 3

Suicide by Suicide
May 15 2023

Brilliantly different. And years ahead of its time. Frankie Teardrop is a song that belongs in a Gasper Noé movie. It is a deep and troubled journey to hell. Much of the album feels that way as well. The more I listen the more I like it. 3.5/5

Hypocrisy Is The Greatest Luxury by The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
May 16 2023

Yesterday I had Snoop Dogg's Doggy Style, today I have The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy. I was interesting in hearing Snoop Dogg, but right away I hated it. Ended up giving it a 1/5. Despicable, misogynistic crap! Today, I get to listen to this crew.... Never heard of them before. Right from the start, I was impressed! Now THIS is hip hop. Good quality music without mention of Nigga's, Bitches, Ho's or any "fuck da police" cop killing. We need more music like this. I really enjoyed this. It is smart and entertaining and doesn't seem to insult anyone, any race or any sex. They did a cover of California Uber Alles - The Dead Kennedy's classic. They killed it! Can't wait to hear more of this! 3/5

Odessey And Oracle by The Zombies
May 17 2023

Very enjoyable! Love Time of the Season! It's a GOAT. This album is full of fun little songs that I can't help but like. 4/5

KE*A*H** (Psalm 69) by Ministry
May 19 2023

Not something I would listen to often - BUT, this kicks ass for what it is. 3.5/5

Doggystyle by Snoop Dogg
May 21 2023

The world was made a worse place because of this album exists in it. Misogynistic crap! A disgrace To women and an entire race. 0/5

Heaux Tales by Jazmine Sullivan
May 23 2023

Unimpressive. 2/5

Freak Out! by The Mothers Of Invention
May 24 2023

3.5 Some songs better than others, but overall really good.

Signing Off by UB40
May 25 2023

Singles: --------------------------------- King / Food for Thought (#4 UK) My Way of Thinking / I Think It's Going to Rain Today (#6 UK) 3.5

LP1 by FKA twigs
May 26 2023

Interesting. Not sure how much i like it….

Let Love Rule by Lenny Kravitz
May 27 2023

Huge when it came out. Lenny was such a unique performer. Everyone loved or hated him. Standouts: Let Love Rule, I Build This Garden For Us, Does Anybody Out There Even Care? Mr. Cab Driver. Others: Sittin’ on Top of The World, Freedom Train, My Precious Love, Be. 3.5 maybe 4

Ten by Pearl Jam
May 28 2023

Singles: --------------------------------- Alive (#16 UK, #16 US Rock) Even Flow (#27 UK, #3 US Rock) Jeremy (#15 UK, #5 US Rock) Oceans (Minor hit outside US/UK) 3.5/5

Fifth Dimension by The Byrds
May 29 2023

Singles: ---------------------------------- Eight Miles High (#14 US, #24 UK) 5D (Fifth Dimension) (#44 US) Mr. Spaceman (#36 US) Not one of my favorite groups, but pretty good/easy listen 3.5/5

The Scream by Siouxsie And The Banshees
May 30 2023

3/5

Green by R.E.M.
May 31 2023

Iconic. Standouts: Stand, Orange Crush, Pop Song '89 Others: Get Up, Hairshirt, I Remember California, You Are Everything, World Leader Pretend. 4/5

Music by Madonna
Jun 01 2023

3/.55 A few great songs.

Youth And Young Manhood by Kings of Leon
Jun 02 2023

It's one of those albums you can put in the really good category.... Just not too sure that it is something that I really get into. First time hearing it. I think with more listens I will grow to like it more but for now it is a 2.5

Darkdancer by Les Rythmes Digitales
Jun 04 2023

Not that great. 2.5

Jazz Samba by Stan Getz
Jun 06 2023

3.5. Good Jazz.

evermore by Taylor Swift
Jun 08 2023

Really good by Swift. Standouts: Willow, Champagne Problems, Tis the Damn Season, No Body No Crime, Dorothea, Coney Island, Long Story Short, Marjorie, Tolerate It, Evermore. 3.5/5

Loveless by My Bloody Valentine
Jun 09 2023

2.5

Os Mutantes by Os Mutantes
Jun 11 2023

3/5 Three pretty good songs.

Tom Tom Club by Tom Tom Club
Jun 12 2023

Wordy Rappinghood and Genius of Love are two of the greatest dance tracks of the 80’s. Genius of Love is probably one of the best song of the 80s period. It still sounds amazing today. Tom Tom Theme just fills in some time before L’Elephant. Which is another great dance track. As above, So Below is decent. Lorelei is catchy with a good beat. On On On On… has a fun beat. Under The Boardwalk….not a fan of this one…l very over covered song. Above average album. 3.5/5

Melody A.M. by Röyksopp
Jun 15 2023

Nice. I can see how it would have been an influence to other artists

So by Peter Gabriel
Jun 18 2023

4.5 Outstanding!

Fly Or Die by N.E.R.D
Jun 21 2023

Average at best 2.5

Slipknot by Slipknot
Jun 22 2023

Is it LOUD? Yes. Does it ROCK? Yes. Is it something I would personally listen to? No, not really. When something like this comes up in this list. I begrudgingly listen. Sometimes I'm surprised. This album is something that I think if I knew it when it came out, I might hold it in higher regard. In 1999 I think I was more open to this kind of music. Today, I'm older and my tastes have changed. I think it is really good - for the genre. I can see why people like it. The guitars and drums are amazing. There is some screaming - a bit more than I enjoy as a 56 year old. Let me have another shot of Jim Beam. I think it is helping! Standouts: Wait and Bleed, Spit it Out (both were #1 on the US Mainstream Rock chart). Overall: 3/5

Architecture And Morality by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
Jun 23 2023

This is an album I didn't know when it came out. My love for OMD came after I got their Greatest Hits album. I only knew a couple songs at the time, but I remember thinking that OMD was frigging great! I love the sound. Now, I have a chance to go back in time and experience this album - which contains a couple songs from that amazing GH album and more great songs! Standouts: Souvenir, Joan of Arc (Maid of New Orleans), Joan of Arc, She's Leaving, The New Stone Age Other Greats: Georgia, The Beginning and the End

Quiet Life by Japan
Jun 24 2023

Duran Duran BEFORE there was a Duran Duran. Wild. This is not what I was expecting. What a good album! It starts with Quiet Again (the single from the album). It is probably the least interesting song on the album. The album gets better from there. Fall in love with Me is pretty good. It has that Duran Duran sound but also some other 80s bands. The song Despair. Is slow and unbelievably amazing. The first think I thought of was how it sounded like Linkin Park (or how Linkin Park sounds like this). It is my absolute favorite song on the album. The haunting melody sucks me right in. It's nearly six minutes long and I didn't want it to end.... In Vogue isn't nearly as exciting or haunting, but it is a solid song. Halloween starts the second side. More Duran Duran sound. Of course, Japan was several years ahead of Duran Duran - so don't get me wrong... I'm not saying THEY sound like Duran Duran....vice versa... All Tomorrow's Parties was the second single from the album. It is a song originally done by the Velvet Underground and Nico. So, it may be familiar to some. Next is Alien and concludes with The Other Side of Life. Alien is kind of forgettable, but the Other Side of Life has a soft and melancholy melody. I am a sucker for the slow stuff and this one just captured me. Will I listen to this again and again? Yes. Did it belong on this list. Yes, I am so glad it was. 4/5

In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida by Iron Butterfly
Jun 27 2023

One classic rock anthem….the rest is ok, I guess. 3/5

Hysteria by Def Leppard
Jun 28 2023

Really close to being a Mother F-ing Classic! Standouts: Animal, Love Bites, Pour Some Sugar on Me, Armageddon It, Hysteria, Women, Rocket. Others: Gods of War, Don't Shoot Shotgun, Excitable, Love and Affection 4.5/5

We Are Family by Sister Sledge
Jun 29 2023

Doesn’t hold up. But still some good songs.

Hounds Of Love by Kate Bush
Jul 01 2023

The album starts with the Kate Bush classic: Running Up that Hill (A Deal with God). It's all downhill from there! LOL. Joking! Kate Bush does not go down easy for me. She has an odd sound and it takes some time to get used to and start to enjoy. Standouts: Running Up that Hill, Hounds of Love, Cloudbursting, The Big Sky. Songs like Mother Stands for Comfort are not as exciting as some of her other songs, but this is the kind of stuff that I like the most. Same goes for And Dream of Sheep. Hello Earth is another wonderful song and a great way to end a very good album. But, then it followed with The Morning Fog... That one should have been put somewhere else in the album. Overall 3.5/5

Rising Above Bedlam by Jah Wobble's Invaders Of The Heart
Jul 02 2023

Different than I was expecting

Metallica by Metallica
Jul 03 2023

Classic. 5/5

The Madcap Laughs by Syd Barrett
Jul 04 2023

4/5 There is something good about this one. It's old, never heard of him or any other music before but I dig it, baby...yeah... Standouts: Terrapin, No Good Trying, Others: Love You, No Man’s Land, Dark Globe, Here I Go, Golden Hair, Long Gone, She Took A Long Cold Look, Feel, If it’s in You

Meat Puppets II by Meat Puppets
Jul 05 2023

Never heard of the Meat Puppets until Nirvana’s Unplugged album came out. This is my first listen to the album. They have a great sound. Why have I not heard this before? I was 17 in 1984…. This could have been with me my whole life… Right from the start, it rocks. Plateau might be one of the best songs I never heard before! Standouts: Plateau, Oh Me, Lake of Fire, Lost Others: Split Myself in Two, Climbing, I’m a Mindless Idiot, The Whistling Song, What to Do (bonus track) 3.5/5

Highly Evolved by The Vines
Jul 06 2023

Alt Rock band, the Vines from Australia. Their Debut album. Singles: ----------------------------------------------- "Highly Evolved" (UK, 32) "Get Free" (#7 US Modern Rock, #24 UK) "Outtathaway!" (UK, 20; US ALT #19) "Homesick" (AUS, #50) Standouts: Get Free, Highly Evolved, Outtathaway!, Homesick, Factory. 3/5

Jul 07 2023

Standouts: Promised You a Miracle. Others: Glittering Prize. Someone Somewhere in Summertime. 3/5

Bright Flight by Silver Jews
Jul 08 2023

Catchy, fun. Good listen 3.5/5

Mask by Bauhaus
Jul 09 2023

3/5

Vulnicura by Björk
Jul 10 2023

Interesting. 3/5

Crime Of The Century by Supertramp
Jul 11 2023

Very good to excellent. Standouts: School, Bloody Well Right, Dreamer. The rest of the songs are good as well.

Are You Experienced by Jimi Hendrix
Jul 12 2023

4.5/5. Unbelievable. Best when combining both US and international releases. This is practically a greatest hits album by itself! Standouts: Purple Haze, Foxy Lady, Wind Cries Mary, Hey Joe, Fire, Are You Experienced?, Stone Free, Manic Depression, Highway Chile.

Among The Living by Anthrax
Jul 14 2023

Better than expected. Hard rocking…great when the mood is right. Stand outs: Indians, I am the Law, Caught in a Mosh 3/5

Black Monk Time by The Monks
Jul 15 2023

3.5 Jukebox Rebel picks: “I Hate You” (10) • “Blast Off!” (9.6) • “Monk Time” (9.5).

Dig Your Own Hole by The Chemical Brothers
Jul 16 2023

Not something I grew up listening to, but when I was living in Europe I was made aware of this type of music. Some of it I really like, this is not one that I heard before. It does work for me mostly... other times it just seems repetitive and uninspired. Where do I begin is the exception - it is a unique break from the never ending big beats.... A few good tracks: Block Rockin' Beats, Setting Sun, Eletrobank, The Private Psychedelic Reel, Where Do I Begin. 3.5/5

L'Eau Rouge by The Young Gods
Jul 17 2023

The best track on the album is contained in the bonus material, L'Amourir (The Love Beat). It simply rocks! Next favorite is Pas Mal (Not Bad) and that says it, not bad at all. The rest of the album in interesting. I think I need more time to get to know it better. 3/5

Jul 18 2023

Synth Pop. Never heard this before. The band name is familiar but didn't know any of the songs going in. Overall, I was very favorable. I think with more listens it will only get better. Standout: The Mother We Share. Singles: ---------------------------------------- The Mother We Share (US ALT #12, UK #38) Recover (#91 UK) Gun (#55 UK) Lies (#105 UK) We Sink Under the Tide Tether Pretty good. 3/5

Scum by Napalm Death
Jul 20 2023

What's good: Drums and guitars What's bad (horrible): Scream/yell/barking of the lead "singer", Every song is the same. The album just goes on forever. The drummer kicks ass and the guitars are fast and hard. It would have been a better album just as an instrumental, the 'singer' really destroyed the album. Best track is probably "Scum". 2.5/5

Kollaps by Einstürzende Neubauten
Jul 21 2023

Two days in a row I’ve had noise come up in this list. Yesterday it was Napalm Death’s “Scum”. That was previously the worst rated album on this list….until this album took the honor from them. Both are horrible and feature screaming rather than singing. Napalm Death at least had amazing drums and guitars and I gave it a two star rating. This album has zero going for it. When I heard they did of cover of Moi non plus I was intrigued…. Briefly. It was barely recognizable, but still I would consider it to be the highlight of this album. 1.5/5

The Rolling Stones by The Rolling Stones
Jul 22 2023

Its full of covers. They are good but the album only a couple original songs. Hardly worth considering a Stones classic. Its enjoyable but unoriginal. 3.5/5

Heavy Weather by Weather Report
Jul 23 2023

It's a very nice album. 3.5

Suzanne Vega by Suzanne Vega
Jul 24 2023

Wow, I might have heard this one once before... I really liked it. It almost reminds me of an album that I LOVE by Jewel, "Pieces of You". Just a little. I think this one will become a favorite of mine in no time. 3.5

Leftism by Leftfield
Jul 25 2023

3/5

Back to Mystery City by Hanoi Rocks
Jul 26 2023

Mediocre at best. Nothing special here. I hear the are big in Finland - the rest of the is just fine without them. 2.5/5

Different Class by Pulp
Jul 27 2023

Very enjoyable. Some tunes were catch, good lyrics. Favorite Tracks: Common People, Disco 2000, Somethings Changed, Mis-Shapes, Sorted for E's & Wizz 4/5

Aha Shake Heartbreak by Kings of Leon
Jul 28 2023

Heard of the band before, but didn’t know anything from the album. This was a nice surprise. Definitely a different band with a unique style and cadence. I thought it was a great listen. Favorite tracks: Soft, The Bucket, For Kicks, Slow Night So Long, King of the Rodeo, Taper Jean Girl, Milk. 3.5/5

The Sounds Of India by Ravi Shankar
Jul 29 2023

An important album, but not a fun listen. Once in a lifetime is enough. 2/5

The Trinity Session by Cowboy Junkies
Jul 30 2023

First time hearing this. I have heard of the band before but was unfamiliar with their music. This album is quiet, reserved and amazing. Standouts: Sweet Jane, Misguided Angle, Blue Moon Revisited, I'm So Lonely I Could Cry, Walking After Midnight. Others: I Don't Get it. Mining for Gold, Postcard Blues. Amazing album. I can't believe I've never heard it before. 4/5

Want Two by Rufus Wainwright
Aug 03 2023

First time I heard this I thought it was just OK. This time I really got into it. I thought it was amazing at times. Just might end up being a classic some day. Standouts: The One You Love 3.5/5

The Suburbs by Arcade Fire
Aug 04 2023

Very good album. Standouts: The Suburbs, Ready to Start, City with No Children, Month of May, We Used to Wait, Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains) Others: Wasted Hours, Speaking in Tongues 3.5/5

The Dreaming by Kate Bush
Aug 05 2023

She's an odd one. Her music really takes time to get into. Her voice...sometimes so great and other times so annoying. The first track, Sat in Your Lap, is a perfect example of this contrast. Standouts: Night of the Swallow, All of the Love Others: There Goes a Tenner, Suspended in Gaffa, Sat in Your Lap, The Dreaming, Leave it Open, Get Out of My House Rating: 3/5

Vanishing Point by Primal Scream
Aug 06 2023

A few good songs, the rest seem ok.... Standouts: Kowalski, Star 3/5

Africa Brasil by Jorge Ben Jor
Aug 07 2023

Definitely the BEST world album on this list. Great music, great funk, Lyrics - no idea, but damn fun to listen to and sing along with at times! Umbabaruauma! Gol! Great football song. I remember hearing that Rod Stewart's Do You Think I'm Sexy borrowed the melody from Taj Mahal. After hearing I definitely get it. Standouts: Ponta de Lança Africano (Umbabarauma), Taj Mahal, Hermes Trismegisto Escreveu, O filosofo, O plebeu, Xica da Silva, Fantástico! Loved it. 4.5/5

After The Gold Rush by Neil Young
Aug 08 2023

His voice. Don't know whether to love it or hate it. Well, I am loving it today. After the Gold Rush is an album I've heard before. I know the song, \"Only Love Can Break Your Heart\" more because it was on a fellow CSN&Y, Graham Nash's album. Then of course it was again made popular by Saint Etienne. (She is adorable singing it in the video!) The album is solid though with a lot of good tracks. Standouts: After the Gold Rush, Only Love Can Break Your Heart, Don't Let It Bring You Down, Southern Man, Till The Morning Comes, 3.5/5

Cupid & Psyche 85 by Scritti Politti
Aug 09 2023

A very 80s sound. I knew the song Perfect Way, but that was it. It is heavy on the drums and I like the beats. Singing was eh….. Still I did enjoy the listen… Standout: Perfect Way 3/5

Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves
Aug 12 2023

Really good country album. Standouts: Slow Burn, Rainbow, Mother, Lonely Weekend, Butterflies, Oh, What a World, Space Cowboy. High Horse is pretty good too, but a different sound from the rest of the album. 4/5

The Slim Shady LP by Eminem
Aug 13 2023

Classic! Standouts: My Name Is, Guilty Conscience, '97 Bonnie & Clyde, My Fault, Just Don't Give a F&%$,

Trans Europe Express by Kraftwerk
Aug 14 2023

This was 1977 - Nobody was doing music quite like this. To listen to it now, it loses a bit of the novelty it once had - but it is still interesting and a good listen. Standouts: Trans Europe Express, The Hall of Mirrors, Others: Showroom Dummies 4/5

Aug 15 2023

This one is new to me. Never heard of Mike Ladd before. Definitely a new and fresh sound. I like it. 3/5

Survivor by Destiny's Child
Aug 18 2023

Standouts: Independent Women Part I, Survivor, Bootylicious, Emotion, Nasty Girl. 4/5

Porcupine by Echo And The Bunnymen
Aug 19 2023

3.5

GREY Area by Little Simz
Aug 21 2023

It is kind of weird. British rap and honestly his 'nigga' just don't sound right. I thought Brits were more polite and polished for that.... The music of the album is quite good and I definitely felt entertained. 3/5

Fleet Foxes by Fleet Foxes
Aug 23 2023

Very average 3/5

A Walk Across The Rooftops by The Blue Nile
Aug 24 2023

Really good. I liked it a lot. I think it sounds similar to Peter Gabriel - which is great.

Crocodiles by Echo And The Bunnymen
Aug 25 2023

Solid. 3/5

Stardust by Willie Nelson
Aug 26 2023

Willie singing classics. Outstanding 4.5/5

Darklands by The Jesus And Mary Chain
Aug 27 2023

Alt-Rock/Post Punk Jesus and the Mary Chain are form Scotland. I really like their sound. Something different. I've heard this album a few times now and it has grown on me. Standouts: April Skies, Darklands, Happy When it Rains Above average 3.5/5

Scott 4 by Scott Walker
Aug 31 2023

Really good!

Murmur by R.E.M.
Sep 01 2023

Standout: Radio Free Europe Others: Talk About the Passion 3.5/5

Hot Shots II by The Beta Band
Sep 02 2023

Standouts: Squares 2.5

Metal Box by Public Image Ltd.
Sep 03 2023

Yep, liked it right from the start. That first song is hauntingly familiar…..cant place it. 3/5

Rubber Soul by Beatles
Sep 04 2023

CLASSIC ALERT 5/5 Standouts: Drive My Car, Norwegian Wood, You Won't See Me, Nowhere Man, Michelle, Girl, I'm Looking Through You, In My Life.... Not my favorite Beatles Album, but really good listen.

Tragic Songs of Life by The Louvin Brothers
Sep 05 2023

Really don't like this kind of music. If you want an album to listen to right before you commit suicide, then this album is for you.... 2/5

Casanova by The Divine Comedy
Sep 06 2023

Standouts: Something for the Weekend, Becoming More Like Alfie, (Everything!) Singles: -------------------------------------- Something for the Weekend (#14 UK) Becoming More Like Alfie The Frog Princess 4.5/5

Deja Vu by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Sep 07 2023

Really good! Young just makes CSN better! 4/5

1999 by Prince
Sep 09 2023

Classic Prince 4.5

Pearl by Janis Joplin
Sep 10 2023

4.5

Sister by Sonic Youth
Sep 11 2023
Trafalgar by Bee Gees
Sep 13 2023

Standouts: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart, Others: Don't Wanna Live Inside Myself, The Greatest Man in the World, Israel 3/5

Parachutes by Coldplay
Sep 16 2023

Fantastic. Haven't heard this in quite a while. It's really great. 4/5

School's Out by Alice Cooper
Sep 17 2023

Standouts: School's Out Next best: Public Animal #9, Alma Mater I like Alice Cooper, but I think a greatest hits album is more my speed. The rest of the songs don't grab my attention too much. School's Out is CLASSIC but the rest....eh. The songs I do like are enough to give it a 3/5 and I'll bump it up .5 due to the Alice Cooper name. 3.5 / 5

Only By The Night by Kings of Leon
Sep 18 2023

First time hearing the album. Standouts: Sex on Fire, Use Somebody Others: Crawl, Revelry, Notion, 17. 3.5

Bandwagonesque by Teenage Fanclub
Sep 19 2023

Very good. Took a while to get into though. Standouts: Star Sign, the Concept, What You Do To Me, Metal Baby, Satan, Alcoholiday, Guiding Star.

All Hail the Queen by Queen Latifah
Sep 20 2023

Not a fan of Queen Latifah. But this pretty good. Standouts: Wrath of My Madness, Dance With Me, Mama Gave Birth to the Soul Children, Ladies First, A King and Queen Creation. Princess of the Posse.

Sep 22 2023

Standouts: There Goes the Fear Others: M62 Song, Friday’s Dust, Pounding, Caught by the River 3.75

Sep 24 2023

Not my favorite Kinks album, it does have a few decent songs. Picture Book, Village Green, The Village Green Preservation Society, Last of the Steam-Powered Trains, Do You Remember Walter? Sitting by the Riverside, Animal Farm, People Take Pictures of Each Other 3.5

Cross by Justice
Sep 25 2023

Heard this a few times before, but never got into it. EDM - I don't even know what that means. Ok, I do now :) Makes sense.... Electronic Dance Music. It is more powerful that your typical dance or electronic music. I think this time, I am coming around. What drug do I need to take to really get into it? MDMA/ecstasy? Standouts: D.A.N.C.E., DVNO, Waters of Nazareth Others: Genesis, Let There Be Light, Phantom, Pt. II, Thhhee Ppaarrttyy, One Minute to Midnight. Half of the songs on the album blew the ear buds right out of my ears! Awesome. Ppoowweerfffuullllll! 4/5

Beauty And The Beat by The Go-Go's
Sep 26 2023

Simply a great listen. Really brings back some good memories. 5/5

Liege And Lief by Fairport Convention
Sep 27 2023

Not as horrible as some other Folk I've heard. Still I'm not a fan. 2.5/5

Scissor Sisters by Scissor Sisters
Sep 28 2023

Very good. A really fun listen. Standouts: Laura, Comfortably Numb, Take Your Mama, Mary, Filthy/Gorgeous Others: Lovers in the Backseat, Tits on the Radio, It Can't Come Quickly Enough 4/5

Peter Gabriel 3 by Peter Gabriel
Sep 29 2023

Standouts: Biko, Games Without Frontiers, Family Snapshot Others: Intruder, No Self Control, I Don't Remember, Not One of Us 3.5/5

Gold by Ryan Adams
Sep 30 2023

3.5 Really good sound and the songs start to grab ya after a while....

Justified by Justin Timberlake
Oct 01 2023

Just brilliant 4/5

Queen Of Denmark by John Grant
Oct 05 2023

Never heard of this guy before - or the Czars either. The Album cover doesn't do the album any good. The cover sucks, the music inside is amazing. Smart, thought provoking lyrics. Truly wonderful. Such a smooth voice, I can listen to him forever. His style gives me Alan Parson's Project vibes - and I love the APP. Standouts: Jesus Hates Faggots, Marz, It's Easier, Queen of Denmark Others: TC and the Honeybear, Where Dreams Go to Die, Sigourney Weaver, Chicken Bones, Silver Platter Club, Outer Space, Caramel, 4/5

Crazysexycool by TLC
Oct 07 2023

Standouts: Creep, Diggin' on You, Waterfalls, Red Light Special, If I Was Your Girlfriend, Switch 3.5

Third by Soft Machine
Oct 08 2023

First Listen. Never heard of Soft Machine. Genre: Jazz Rock, Prog Rock. 1970 Standouts: Out-Bloody-Rageous, Slightly All The Time, Moon in June Tracks: 2/5 1. Facelift 3/5 2. Slightly All The Time 3.5/5 3. Moon in June 3/5 4. Out-Bloody-Rageous Overall: 3/5 This one would take many listens to really get into..

Stripped by Christina Aguilera
Oct 09 2023

Very good! 3.5

Don't Stand Me Down by Dexys Midnight Runners
Oct 10 2023

2nd Listen Dexys Midnight Runners from England 1985 New Wave, Blue Eyed Soul Standouts: Knowledge is Beauty, My National Pride, One of Those Things, Reminisce Part Two, The Waltz The slow soulful songs are really the gems on this album. 3.5/5

Odelay by Beck
Oct 11 2023

3rd listen (2, 4) Beck 1997 Took me a while to get into this one. Now, I'm lovin' it. Standouts: Where It's At, Devil's Haircut, The New Pollution, Jack-Ass, Sissyneck Others: Hotwax, Derelict 4/5

Locust Abortion Technician by Butthole Surfers
Oct 12 2023

Butthole Surfers Genre: Noise Rock, Psychedelic rock, Experimental rock, Avant-garde 1987 3rd Listen: 4, 3.5 Standouts: Sweet Loaf, Human Cannonball, The O-Men, 22 Going on 23 Others: Pittsburgh to Lebanon, Graveyard, Kuntz Sweet Loaf is an awesome track! I always loved Sweet Leaf by Black Sabbath and this is a really cool version! And it really sets the mood for the rest of the album. 4/5

Red Dirt Girl by Emmylou Harris
Oct 13 2023

Emmylou Harris Genre: Country Folk, Americana 2000 Better than your average country album. Red Dirt Girl is a special song. Standouts: Red Dirt Girl Others: The Pearl, Michelangelo, I Don't Wanna Talk About it Now, Tragedy, My Baby Needs a Shepherd, Bang the Drum Slowly, J'ai fait tout, One Big Love, Hour of Gold, My Antonia, Boy From Tupelo J'ai fait tout, Ce que j'ai pu. "I did everything. What I could." in English... 4/5

Penance Soiree by The Icarus Line
Oct 14 2023

Icarus Line Genre: Garage rock, Noise rock 2004 Third Listen: 2, 2 (I feel like I've never heard it before) Standouts: None Others: Meatmaker, On the Lash, Spike Island, Big Sleep, White Devil. 3.5

You Are The Quarry by Morrissey
Oct 15 2023

Morrissey Genre: Alternative rock, pop rock, indie rock 2004 Standouts: Irish Blood English Heart, First of the Gang to Die, I Have Forgiven Jesus, First of the Gang to Die Others: America is Not the World, Come Back to Camden, I'm Not Sorry, Let Me Kiss You, All the Lazy Dykes, You Know I Couldn't Last

Lost In The Dream by The War On Drugs
Oct 16 2023

Heard this a few times...although each time I listen to it I don't remember the songs at all. It isn't bad and there some well known songs on the album. I think I just need more time. Most Notable Songs: Red Eyes, Under the Pressure, Burning, Eyes to the Wind, An Ocean in Between the Waves 3/5

White Ladder by David Gray
Oct 17 2023

David Gray from England One of the biggest albums of the year Singles: ---------------------------------- This Year's Love Babylon Please Forgive Me Sail Away Say Hello Wave Goodbye Good music, catchy songs that gets better after you are away from it for a while.... Favorite track: This Years Love 4/5

If You Can Believe Your Eyes & Ears by The Mamas & The Papas
Oct 18 2023

Very simple and straight forward - It's an entertaining album full of spectacular sounds and harmonies. The album cover is funny, silly... don't know how they come up with this other than it was a joke and decided to go for it. Standouts: Monday Monday, California Dreamin', Do You Wanna Dance, Go Where You Wanna Go, Spanish Harlem Others: Straight Shooter, Got a Feelin', 4/5

Oct 19 2023

French Rap, ok... It isn't bad at all, just wish I understood French. I can listen it... Probably wouldn't mind hearing it again... 3/5

Tuesday Night Music Club by Sheryl Crow
Oct 20 2023

Some really good tracks: All I Wanna Do, Leaving Las Vegas, Run Baby Run, Can't Cry Anymore, What I Can Do For You Easy to listen to and enjoy. 4/5

Shake Your Money Maker by The Black Crowes
Oct 21 2023

Standouts: Twice As Hard, Jealous Again, Hard To Handle, She Talks To Angels. 4/5

Black Metal by Venom
Oct 22 2023

Venom Genre: Heavy Metal, Speed Metal, Thrash Metal, Black Metal 1982 Holy crap, THIS is from 1982? Never herd of these guys...it definitely seems way ahead of its time. Is it good? Well, it is no Metallica. But, maybe this was an influence, and that makes it significant.... Buried Alive is probably the best song on the album. Standouts: None. Others: Buried Alive, Black Metal, To Hell and Back, It's a bit to hard and heavy for my taste today, but not bad. 3/5

Sound of Silver by LCD Soundsystem
Oct 23 2023

Genre: Dance-punk, Electronic Rock, Electronica Indie Rock, Dance-rock, Art Rock Singles: North American Scum, All My Friends, Someone Great, Time to Get Away Standouts: North American Scum, Sound of Silver, All My Friends, Someone Great, Watch the Tapes, New York I Love You But You're Bringing Me Down Others: Time to Get Away, Us v Them Rating: 4/5 Really enjoyed it!

Rattus Norvegicus by The Stranglers
Oct 24 2023

The Stranglers from England Rattus Norvegicus, their first album. Rattus Norvegicus is the Latin name for the common rat. 1977 Singles: (Get A) Grip (On Yourself), Peaches Standouts: Get a Grip on Yourself, Hanging Around, Peaches, Goodbye Toulouse Others: Sometimes, London Lady 4/5

A Short Album About Love by The Divine Comedy
Oct 25 2023

A year ago I never heard of these guys, now I'm a fan. Really like the style and music! Standouts: Everybody Knows, If..., Someone, If I Were You, In Pursuit of Happiness, Timewatching, Favorite lyric: "If you were a tree, I could carve my name into your side, and you would not cry, cause trees don't cry," 4.5 / 5

The Modern Dance by Pere Ubu
Oct 26 2023

It's good. I never heard of these guys before this book project. Now I know two of their albums. Great sound, interesting. I'd definitely keep listening. Standouts: Non-Alignment Pact, Real World 4/5

Electric by The Cult
Oct 27 2023

This surprised me. My first thought was ok, let's get this over with.... But, surprisingly - I enjoyed it. I even liked their version of Born to be Wild. I do know the Cult, and I think I have heard one of their other albums, but I look forward to listening to this one again. Strong first listen. 3/5

Destroyer by KISS
Oct 28 2023

Has several classics! 4/5

Tommy by The Who
Oct 30 2023

Classic. Standouts: Pinball Wizard, Go to the Mirror, Tommy Can You Hear Me? See Me Feel Me, 1921, Overture, It's a Boy

Post Orgasmic Chill by Skunk Anansie
Oct 31 2023

Way better than expected. Hard and loud. Play loud - with headphones. Standouts: Charlie Big Potato, On My Hotel T.V., Tracy's Flaw, Good Things Don't Always Come To You, Secretly, Lately, You'll Follow Me Down, I'm Not Afraid 3.5/5

Future Days by Can
Nov 01 2023

Perfectly fine - for what it is. Now that I've heard it I can die.... 3/5

Nov 02 2023

Standouts: Clocks, The Scientist, In My Place, God Put a Smile Upon Your Face, Others: Politik, Green Eyes, Warning Sign, A Rush of Blood to the Head, Amsterdam 4/5

Nov 04 2023

Nirvana. One of the few live compilations on the list. Is this really "unplugged" though? Standouts: About A Girl, Plateau (Meat Puppets), Come As You Are, The Man Who Sold the World (Bowie Song), Dumb, Poly, Something in the Way, All Apologies, Lake of Fire (Meat Puppets) Others: On a Plain, Oh Me (Meat Puppets), Jesus Doesn't Want Me For a Sunbeam (a Vaselines song), Pennyroyal Tea, Where Did You Sleep Last Night (Lead Belly) Rating: 4.5

Midnight Ride by Paul Revere & The Raiders
Nov 05 2023

It's alright.... Standouts: (I'm Not Your) Steppin' Stone, Melody for an Unknown Girl, Kicks, Others: All I Really Needs is You, Get it On, Louie Go Home 3.5

Pornography by The Cure
Nov 06 2023

3.5 Not quite as good as some of the other stuff they have but, still very interesting listen

Blunderbuss by Jack White
Nov 07 2023

Never heard it before. Really like the White Stripes, so this was expectedly good! 3/5

Nov 08 2023

A more listenable noise-rock album than some of the others I've head on this list. This one was not as loud and obnoxious and it did have rhythm and lyrics I could understand. So, it has that going for it. It isn't horrible.... 2.5

Done By The Forces Of Nature by Jungle Brothers
Nov 09 2023

At the very end of what I'd call the golden era of Old School Rap. Never heard these guys before but the sound is familiar. It has all the good feelings, scratching, beats and samples you expect from 80s rap. Very nice listen! Standouts: Beyond This World, 'U' Make Me Sweat, Beeds on a String, Doin' Our Own Dang, Kool Accordin' '2' a Jungle Brother

Floodland by Sisters Of Mercy
Nov 10 2023

1987. Genre: Gothic, Dark Wave Head the album before, but never really got into it. This time, I thought it was very powerful. Standouts: Lucretia My Reflection, This Corrosion, Dominion, Flood I, Others: 1959, Flood II, Torch

Skylarking by XTC
Nov 11 2023

Kind of has a Beatles-like sound (in a Modern style). Standouts: Dear God, Grass Others: Bullet For A Rainy Day, That's Really Super Supergirl, The Meeting Place, Big Day, Another Satellite, The Man Who Sailed Around His Soul, Dying 3.5

Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen
Nov 13 2023

Classic Standouts: Born to Run, Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out, Jungleland, Thunder Road, Backstreets, Others: Night, 4.5/5

Out of Step by Minor Threat
Nov 14 2023

It's pretty good! 3.5

Shadowland by k.d. lang
Nov 15 2023

Great vocals. Nice song choice of standards of country and western music . I'm not crazy about all the old time country songs and twangy guitar, but still a very nice album. Favorite tracks: Black Coffee, Shadowland 3/5

Django Django by Django Django
Nov 16 2023

Wild album. I had no idea what to expect, but I definitely didn't expect this. Nice! Standouts: Hail Bop, Default, Firewater, Zumm Zumm, Great! 4/5

Rip It Up by Orange Juice
Nov 17 2023

Standouts: Rip it Up Others: A Million Pleading Faces, I Can't Help Myself, Louise Louise,

Achtung Baby by U2
Nov 19 2023

Standouts: Mysterious Ways, One, Even Better Than The Real Thing, Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses, Until the End of the World, Fly, So Cruel, Others: Ultra Violet, Zoo Station, Tryin' To Throw Your Arms Around the World, Acrobat, Love is Blindness. 4.5

Bubble And Scrape by Sebadoh
Nov 20 2023

Genre: Indie Rock Standouts: Soul and Fire, Think (Let Tomorrow Bee) Solid rocker: 3.5

Club Classics Vol. One by Soul II Soul
Nov 21 2023

Pretty big album when it came out. Still holds up well. Standouts: Back to Life, Keep on Movin', Jazzie's Groove 3.5

Dare! by The Human League
Nov 22 2023

Perfect! Great! Love it! Standouts: Don't You Want Me, These Are the Things Dreams are Made Of, Love Action, Open Your Heart, Sound of the Crowd, I Am the Law, Doe Or Die, Darkness, Hard Times (Bonus)

Beyond Skin by Nitin Sawhney
Nov 23 2023

Standout: Immigrant 3.5

It's Too Late to Stop Now by Van Morrison
Nov 24 2023

That voice. Not pleasant. One song is fine. A whole album is too much to bear. A double-album...fuck me. Songs I liked the best: Domino, I Just Want to Make Love to You, Bring it on Home to Me, Here Comes the Night, Gloria, Brown Eyed Girl, Into the Mystic, 3/5

Arular by M.I.A.
Nov 25 2023

Has a great sound. Standouts: Pull Up the People, Bucky Done Gun, Fire Fire, Sunshowers, M.I.A. 3.5

Nov 26 2023

Genre: Punk Pop Listened to the 1996 reissue version. Standouts: I Don't Mind, Orgasm Addict, Whatever Happened to...? Others: Fast Cars, No Reply, Sixteen, Fiction Romance 4/5

Hail To the Thief by Radiohead
Nov 27 2023

Not their best, but interesting.... Standouts: ---------------------- There There We Suck Young Blood Sail to the Moon Go To Sleep 2+2=5 Myxomatosis 3.5/5

Let It Bleed by The Rolling Stones
Nov 28 2023

Classic 4.5

Blood, Sweat & Tears by Blood, Sweat & Tears
Nov 29 2023

Those horns! This is fantastic! Great example of how well Jazz and Rock go together so well! Standouts: And When I Die, Spinning Wheel, You've Made Me So Very Happy, Smiling Phases, God Bless The Child, Blues Part II, 4.5

Oxygène by Jean-Michel Jarre
Nov 30 2023

Standout: Oxygene Part IV Oxygene Part IV really standouts out on this album, the rest of the album is boring, but nice to have on in the background... 3.5

Music in Exile by Songhoy Blues
Dec 01 2023

Music from Timbuktu. For African Rock it is pretty decent. Soubour has a great groove, beat and rhythm. Others like Irganda keep it going. It is a mix of African-chants with a rock and rhythm beat. This is one you have to keep listening to. I'll keep it around for sure. 3.5

The Man Who by Travis
Dec 02 2023

1999 Britpop Standouts: Why Does It Always Rain on Me, As You Are, Turn. Others: Writing to Reach You, Driftwood, Luv, She's So Strange. 3.75

Permission to Land by The Darkness
Dec 04 2023

Short and to the point. This album rocks. Standouts: I Believe in a Thing Called Love, Black Shuck, Growing on Me, Love is Only a Feeling, Christmas Time Others: Get Your Hands off My Woman,

The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails
Dec 05 2023

Closer, Hurt, and a few others make this a very interesting album. Mostly very hard and pounding music. Something I have to be in the mood for... 3.5

Idlewild by Everything But The Girl
Dec 07 2023

Meh 3/5

Phrenology by The Roots
Dec 08 2023

2002 Hip hop, progressive rap, neo soul, rap rock Standouts: Rock You, Thought at Work, The Seed 2.0, Every song on the album sounds great. I don't know any of the songs, but it's good. 4/5

Talking Timbuktu by Ali Farka Touré
Dec 09 2023

What a great African sound. Soukara means "night". My love it is night now, Wait for me my love. 3.5

Dec 10 2023

River of Orchids is pretty great. What a way to start the album! It's followed by the Beatle's-like "I'd Like That" and "Easter Theatre". Standouts: River of Orchids, I'd Like That, Easter Theatre.

Shleep by Robert Wyatt
Dec 11 2023

1997 Progressive rock, art rock, Canterbury scene, experimental rock First time hearing this. Never heard of him... Best known songs from the album: Heaps of Sheeps and Blues in Bob Minor. 3/5

Sunday At The Village Vanguard by Bill Evans Trio
Dec 12 2023

Jazz is difficult to rate. On one hand, it's boring. On the other hand, the musicians are playing their asses off. Each song is full of complex musical runs by pianist, bass player, drummer etc. Bottom line: How did it make you feel? 3.5

Duck Stab/Buster & Glen by The Residents
Dec 13 2023

Weird. But weird can be good. The question is: Is this a good weird or just plain weird. Duck Stab: --------------------------------------- Constantinople - Good weird. Sinister Exaggerator - Weird The Booker Tease - Instrumentally weird (good). Blue Rosebuds - Fairly good weird Laughing Song - Dr. Demento Weird (good). Bach is Dead - Another Dementedly weird song. Elvis & His Boss - Just Weird. Buster & Glen: ----------------------------------------------- Lizard Lady - Just weird. Semolina - Annoyingly weird. Birthday Boy - drieW. (A backwards 'weird') Weight-Lifting Lulu - Boringly weird. Krafty Cheese - Uninterestingly weird Hello Skinny - A recognizably weird melody. (Good) The Electrocutioner - Weird at its best. (Good) The Duck Stab side was a 4/5 and the Buster & Glen side was maybe a 3. I'll give it a 3.5 because of the fun Duck Stab side.

The New Tango by Astor Piazzolla
Dec 14 2023

Not much to say here... 2.5

Now I Got Worry by The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
Dec 16 2023

1996, Genre: Punk blues, Alternative rock Punk blues? Ok.... never heard of this artist before. Standouts: 2Kindsa Love Others: Love All of Me, Wail, Fuck Shit Up, Rocketship After listening, I think it is more Punk than blues... There are a few tracks that are worthy of adding to playlists. Overall, a pleasant surprise. 3.5

Fun House by The Stooges
Dec 17 2023

Ranked in order (according to Rateyourmusic... 7. L.A. Blues - This one is kind of like a Punk version of the Free Jazz style. 6. Down on the Street 5. Loose - I stick it deep inside. 4. 1970 3. Dirt 2. T.V. Eye 1. Fun House 3.5

California by American Music Club
Dec 18 2023

Genre: Indie rock, slow-core Americana 1988 Standouts: Jenny, Laughingstock, Pale Skinny Girl, Firefly, Somewhere, Blue and Grey Shirt, Now You're Defeated Really need to hear more of this! 3.5

The Pleasure Principle by Gary Numan
Dec 19 2023

Standouts: Cars, M.E., Observer, Complex, Airlane, Conversation, Metal, Films, Tracks, Engineers. Very very good! 4.5

Want One by Rufus Wainwright
Dec 20 2023

Frist listen to this one, I've heard Want Two already and like that one. Kind of an interesting voice and sound. 3.5

Kala by M.I.A.
Dec 21 2023

3.5 One classic song. The rest is pretty good.

Moving Pictures by Rush
Dec 22 2023

Side 1: 5/5 Side 2: 4/5 Side 1 is amazing...side 2 doesn't compare, but overall it is still very good. Standouts: Tom Sawyer, Red Barchetta, Limelight, YYZ Overall: 4.5

Spiderland by Slint
Dec 23 2023

A very nice sounding album. I was expecting something much harder, but enjoyed every second of it. Standouts: Good Morning Captain, Breadcrumb Trail Solid: 4

What's Going On by Marvin Gaye
Dec 24 2023

What's Going on is a classic song. Standouts: What's Going On, Mercy Mercy Me, What's Happening Brother, Inner City Blues, Save The Children, God is Love. 4/5

One World by John Martyn
Dec 25 2023

Genre: Experimental pop, folk rock, jazz-funk, dub 1977. A Solid Listen. Standouts: Dealer, Big Muff, Certain Surprise, One World, Smiling Stranger. 4/5

16 Lovers Lane by The Go-Betweens
Dec 27 2023

Very good! 4 / 5 Standouts: Was There Anything I Could Do?, Love Goes On, Quiet Heart, The Devil's Eye, Streets of Your Town.

Low by David Bowie
Dec 28 2023

Not a Bowie album I know well. I only know Sound and Vision coming into the listen. Standouts: Sound and Vision, Breaking Glass, 3.5

Surrealistic Pillow by Jefferson Airplane
Dec 29 2023

4/5 Really, Really Good! Standouts: Somebody to Love, My Best Friend, White Rabbit, How Do You Feel....

Next by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band
Dec 30 2023

Nothing I've ever heard of before. Giddy up a Ding Dong is horrible. The rest of the album is much better. I really liked their version of "NEXT". Standouts: Next, Swampsnake, 3.5

Space Ritual by Hawkwind
Dec 31 2023

They cover quite a lot of rock-genres on this album: Space rock, psychedelic rock, progressive rock, proto-punk, and hard rock. 2.5

A Little Deeper by Ms. Dynamite
Jan 01 2024

When I seen the title, my eyes rolled, I said, "no".... Ok, I should have given it a chance. When It started I though, "hey, this isn't half bad." By the third time through the album I was liking it. Still not my go-to genre, but it was very good. Standouts: Dy-na-mi-tee, Put Him Out, It Takes More, Brother,

Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stones
Jan 02 2024

Strong! It contains classic rock and roll, country rock and blues rock! Classics: Brown Sugar, Wild Horses, Bitch, I Got the Blues Other Standouts: Can't You Hear Me Knocking, Exceptional album. I really only knew the classics... the rest was such a pleasant surprise. If I knew this album when it came out it would probably be an easy 5/5, but for me it is a strong 4/5

Music Has The Right To Children by Boards of Canada
Jan 03 2024

Never heard of them before ... for sure. Genre: Electronic, downtempo, ambient, trip hop, psychedelia 1998 It has all the elements I have grown to appreciate by listening to the albums on this list. A couple of years ago I would have dismissed it with giving it a chance. It is great, no. It is good, not sure. Did I enjoy the experience. I think so. The album is kinda ok, until it gets towards the end and that's when it picks up. Best songs: Roygbiv, Aquarius, Olson Nice to listen to but really just as background music or music to sleep to. 3.5

1984 by Van Halen
Jan 04 2024

MFC! Mother F. Classic! 1984/Jump, Panama, Hot For Teacher, I'll Wait... the list goes on....Top Jimmy, Drop Dead Legs,

Peggy Suicide by Julian Cope
Jan 05 2024

Standouts: Pristeen, Easy Easy Rider, Promise Land, Hanging Out & Hung Up on the Line, If You Loved Me at All, Safesurfer, You..., Beautiful Love, Las Vegas Basement,

Infected by The The
Jan 06 2024

Always been a fan of The The since I head the Mind Bomb album (to me, their best). Standouts: Infected, Heartland, Out of the Blue, Slow Train to Dawn, Sweet Bird of Truth. 4/5

Technique by New Order
Jan 07 2024

Singles: Fine Time, Round and Round, Run 2 3.5

The Good, The Bad & The Queen by The Good, The Bad & The Queen
Jan 08 2024

Why have I not heard of these guys before? I was completely shocked and surprised how much I like this! 2007, Art Rock Singles: ------------------------------------------ Herculean (#22, UK) Kingdom of Doom (#20, UK) Green Fields (#51, UK) Standouts: 80's Life, Kingdom of Doom, Herculean, Love every song! An easy 4/5. Can't wait to hear more of this one!

The Last Of The True Believers by Nanci Griffith
Jan 09 2024

It's a fine album. So many country albums that are significantly better than this that are omitted. Nothing against this album or singer, but why this one? 3/5

Get Behind Me Satan by The White Stripes
Jan 10 2024

GREAT Album. Big Fan of them, but I've never heard this one before! Singles: ----------------------------------- Blue Orchid (UK #7, US ALT #9) My Doorbell (UK #10, US ALT #13) The Denial Twist (UK #10, US ALT #5) Standouts: Blue Orchid, My Doorbell, The Denial Twist, The Nurse, I'm Lonely (But I Ain't That Lonely) 4/5

Jan 11 2024

Not a fan of her voice. I think she's like Joan Baez or someone like that. Talented and good, but it just doesn't sound great in my ears. Eli's Coming but Three Dog Night did it much better. Standouts: Lucky, Eli's Coming, Emmie, December's Boudoir

Ys by Joanna Newsom
Jan 12 2024

If someone come out today singing like this, I don't she would make it...but for the time, this was pretty great. What an album. Really glad that this is here on the list. I think it is really nice. I heard it for the first time just before Christmas. Now, I know her name and was excited to see it come up today. Not sure if any one really stands out among the rest. Maybe Emily if I was forced to pick one. The entire album is an amazing journey or singing, orchestral music and wonder melodies. Her voice reminds me of that song that plays before each episode of "Weeds" (Tiny Boxes). Anyone else? 3.5/5

Jan 13 2024

Standouts: Time Travelin' (A Tribute to Fela). The 6th Sense, A Film Called Pimp, Payback is a Grandmother, Geto Heaven Remix T.S.O.I., Pops Rap III...All My Children 3.5

A Date With The Everly Brothers by The Everly Brothers
Jan 14 2024

A hard one to rate. The album isn't very good to listen to now, but I can see how back in the day it was significant. When I rate albums here, I usually rate them based on how likely I am to "want" to listen to it again at sometime in the future and how likely I am to include tracks on playlists. Well, this one, while good, doesn't get much from me on either aspect. I probably will never choose to listen to it again and maybe one or two songs could go on a 'old nostalgic' playlist... How good is it, 4/5 How likely will I listen to it again: 2/5 Overall: 3.5/5

Chore of Enchantment by Giant Sand
Jan 15 2024

What an amazing listen. Never heard of these guys before this project. Sign me up! I think this was great. 4/5

Palo Congo by Sabu
Jan 16 2024

Heard this before. I really enjoy the foreign album on this list, this one I'm not too sure of. It's nice, but I'm not getting it. 3/5

Back At The Chicken Shack by Jimmy Smith
Jan 17 2024

That first track...cool man, yeah baby...that's cool. dig it? Standouts: Back at the Chicken Shack, When I Grow too Old to Dream, On the Sunny Side of the Street (Bonus). 4/5

Pelican West by Haircut 100
Jan 18 2024

Love Plus One is one of my favorites from the 1980s. This is a very 80's funky new wave album. What's not to like? Standouts: Love Plus One, Favorite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl), Fantastic Day, Nobody's Fool (Bonus) Corny lyrics, but excellent music. 3.5

Countdown To Ecstasy by Steely Dan
Jan 19 2024

It starts with one of my favorite Steely Dan songs, "Bodhisattva". Not my favorite, but one of them yes! Standouts: My Old School, Bodhisattva, Razor Boy, Show Biz Kids, The Boston Rag.... 5/5

Throwing Muses by Throwing Muses
Jan 20 2024

3.5 Good, but her voice can be a little tiring after a while.

Larks' Tongues In Aspic by King Crimson
Jan 21 2024

1973 Prog Rock Not for everyone. Some, I'm sure, won't get it or have patients for it. Those that are into Prog Rock definitely get it. Me? I'm middle-of-the-road. There is a time and place when I think this is quite a nice journey and other times, I just don't have the time or energy to give it a listen. There are times when I think the album is amazing...but then there are long lulls. Peaks and valleys abound! When it hits, it hits hard... 3.5/5

Vento De Maio by Elis Regina
Jan 22 2024

It is what it is. Old. Portuguese. Outdated. It isn't horrible though. :) 3/5

Deep Purple In Rock by Deep Purple
Jan 23 2024

Not as great as their other albums, but Child in Time is an ultimate classic! Standouts: Child in Time 4/5

Exile On Main Street by The Rolling Stones
Jan 24 2024

One of their most highly acclaimed albums. For me, it's pretty good, but I've never been a Stones fan. 5/5: Tumbling Dice, Happy, 4/5: Rocks Off, Rip This Joint, Sweet Virginia, Loving Cup, Let it Loose, Shine a Light, 3.5

Strange Cargo III by William Orbit
Jan 25 2024

1993 Genre: Electronic, world, house, ambient, trance, hip hop, dub Don't know him, don't know any of the music. I've always liked electronic music. Most Well Known song: Water from a Vine Leaf (according to Google searches) 5:5: (None) 4/5: Water From a Vine Leaf, Into the Paradise, Best Friend Paranoia Not something I would have ever heard if it wasn't on the list. I can get into it. Definitely. Rating: 3.75

I See A Darkness by Bonnie "Prince" Billy
Jan 26 2024

1999 Genre: Indie folk, gothic folk 5/5: (None) 4/5: A Minor Place, Nomadic Revery (All Around), I See a Darkness, Another Day Full of Dread, Death to Everyone, Knockturne, Song For the New Breed, Black, Raining in Darling Rating: 4/5

Car Wheels On A Gravel Road by Lucinda Williams
Jan 27 2024

It's a good album. Is it one of the best country albums ever? no. I can appreciate it being on this list but omitting so many other classics - it just doesn't make sense. 5/5: Car Wheels on a Gravel Road, 4/5: Drunken Angel, Concrete and Barbed Wire Rating: 3.5

Berlin by Lou Reed
Jan 28 2024

Damn. I love this album. Never heard it before, but after a couple listens to it today, I think it is so great. All my favorite songs are on side two. But, all and all, it's pretty fantastic. 5/5: The Kids, Caroline Says II, The Bed, How Do You Think It Feels 4/5: Sad Song, Berlin, Men of Good Fortune, Caroline Says I, Oh Jim Rating: 4/5

Walking Wounded by Everything But The Girl
Jan 29 2024

Genre Downtempo, drum and bass, electronica, sophisti-pop, techno, trip hop 1996 Singles: Walking Wounded (#6 UK), Wrong (#8 UK), Single (#20 UK) , Before Today (#25 UK) 5/5: Walking Wounded, Before Today, Wrong, Good Cop Bad Cop 4/5: Single, Mirrorball, Rating: 4/5

Tago Mago by Can
Jan 30 2024

1971, Krautrock 5/5: Mushroom, Halleluhwah 4/5: Paperhouse, Oh Yeah, Aumgn, Peking O, Interesting. Mushroom is frigging great. 4/5

Jan 31 2024

Genre: Avant-pop, dark wave, experimental, post-punk 2004 5/5: Staring at the Sun 4/5: The Wrong Way, Poppy Rating: 3.5

Suede by Suede
Feb 01 2024

They have a sound that takes some time to get into but once I got into it, I thought it was much better. 5/5: The Drowners, The Next Life 4/5: So Young, Animal Nitrate, Metal Mickey Rating: 3.75

Konnichiwa by Skepta
Feb 03 2024

5/5: (None) 4/5: Numbers, That's Not Me, Ladies Hit Squad, Shutdown, Rating: 3.5

Songs From The Big Chair by Tears For Fears
Feb 04 2024

Classic. 5/5: Everybody Wants to Rule the World, Shout, Head Over Heals, Mother's Talk, I Believe. 4/5: The Working Hour, Rating: 4.5

Beach Samba by Astrud Gilberto
Feb 05 2024

RIP Astrud Bosso Nova, Samba.... Standout: Beach Samba Iconic sound. A Nice album. 3.5

From Elvis In Memphis by Elvis Presley
Feb 06 2024

Standouts: In the Ghetto, Gentle on My Mind, Any Day Now, 3.5

Bug by Dinosaur Jr.
Feb 07 2024

2.5.

Feb 08 2024

Damn Curtis Mayfield had a SOUND. There are no major hits on this album. Never heard anything from it before. But, damn this is good. Standouts: Billy Jack, When Seasons Change, Jesus, So In Love, Rating: 3.75 / 5

Feb 09 2024

Genre: Post-rock, Jazz fusion 1996 The most well known songs: Djed, Glass Museum (According to Ranker.com) and The Taut and the Tame was a single along with Djed. Don't know these guys or the music. Djed is a 21 minute long song. This one is a slow burn. It's not something you pick up, listen to and fall in love with immediately. I've been listening for a while now, and I'm not getting it. I can see some people getting into it after maybe a 100 listens. Who has the patients for that? I can see putting this on a playlist of songs to study to. Perfect for that. Djed just seems really long and not very interesting honestly. Glass Museum has a dreamy quality to it that makes it stand out as the 'best' on the album. A Survey has a Pink Floyd sound that never seems to take off. On a good day this is nothing more than a 3 / 5. Rating:

For Your Pleasure by Roxy Music
Feb 10 2024

Roxy Music was much bigger in the UK and Europe than the USA so we don't have the same exposure to them. Standouts (5/5): Do the Strand, For Your Pleasure, Others (4/5): In Every Dream Home a Heartache, The Bogus Man, Beauty Queen, Strictly Confidential, Rating: 4/5

The Gershwin Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald
Feb 11 2024

It's a great album. You could call it a Greatest Hits album right? No, these aren't supposed to be on this list. Oh, but they aren't her hits. She is singing Gershwin's hits.... three hours of it... On it's own I'd give it a 5/5. But no, not for this list. 3/5

Feb 12 2024

When I seen this was a Folk rock album from 1974, i was not excited… but this was much better than expected. I really liked it. Easily a 3.5/5

Traffic by Traffic
Feb 13 2024

Standouts: Feelin' Alright Excellent 4/5

Timeless by Goldie
Feb 14 2024

This album goes on forever. One pretty good song, honestly, I forget which one it was. The rest is great background music. 3/5

American Pie by Don McLean
Feb 15 2024

Standouts American Pie and Vincent are classic. Never heard the rest of the album before - it's really easy to get into and enjoy. After listening many times, I consider it a favorite. 4.5

Movies by Holger Czukay
Feb 16 2024

1979, Member of the Band CAN. Genre: Experimental rock, art rock, electronic rock Standouts: Cool in the Pool When I first heard the album I thought it was *weird*, but after several listens I am really starting to like its weirdness. 3.75

Sulk by The Associates
Feb 17 2024

1982 Genre: Synth-pop, post-punk, art rock Never heard of these guys before. Standouts: Gloomy Sunday, Party Fears Two, Love Hangover Pretty good 80s sound. Not sure it really stands the test of time. 3.5

Slayed? by Slade
Feb 18 2024

Standouts: Move Over, Skweeze Me, Pleeze Me, Cumn on Feel The Noize, Mama Weer All Crazee Now, I Don' MInd, Take Me Back 'Ome, Kind of annoying, but gud. 3.5

In Our Heads by Hot Chip
Feb 19 2024

2012 Genre: Synth-pop, alternative dance, indietronica, electro-funk, nu-disco Standouts: Motion Sickness, How Do You Do?, Flutes, Now There is Nothing, Always Been Your Love 4/5

The Modern Lovers by The Modern Lovers
Feb 21 2024

1976 Protopunk Standouts: Roadrunner, She Cracked, Hospital, Astral Plane, Pablo Picasso, Someone I Care About, Modern World, I'm Straight Fantastic: 4/5

Superfly by Curtis Mayfield
Feb 22 2024

Classic! So much good to listen to on this album. It's funky, soulful, and contains a couple power-singles. This is a soundtrack that made the movie worth watching! Genre: Psychedelic soul, funk, progressive soul, Cinematic soul Standouts: Freddy's Dead, Super Fly, Pusherman, The rest of the songs are exceptional as well. Rating: 4.25/5

American Gothic by David Ackles
Feb 23 2024

Genre: Singer-songwriter, Americana 1972 New one for me. Never heard of this guy before. It's very easy to get into. Soft and melodic, and his voice is like warm butter on toast. He is a little (very little) like Neil Diamond. Standouts: Love's Enough, Waiting for the Moving Van, Montana Song, One Night Stand 3.5

White Light by Gene Clark
Feb 24 2024

1971 Folk Rock, Gene Clark of the Byrds. 3.5

Live / Dead by Grateful Dead
Feb 25 2024

Genre: Acid rock, psychedelic rock, jam rock 1969, Live album Standouts: St. Stephen, Dark Star, Turn on Your Love Light. Never been a dead-head. The music fine, if a bit boring. Maybe it gets better with age (more listens). 3/5

2112 by Rush
Feb 26 2024

I remember hearing this album years ago (after Moving Pictures came out) and just being so underwhelmed by it. It took this long for me to appreciate it for the classic that it is. 4/5

Peter Gabriel by Peter Gabriel
Feb 27 2024

Classic. Love this album. 4.5

Odessa by Bee Gees
Feb 28 2024

Before they were Disco... 1969 Standouts: First of May, Lamplight, I Laugh in Your Face, Never Say Never Again. 3.75

Entertainment by Gang Of Four
Feb 29 2024

1979 Genre: Post-punk, dance-punk, art punk Really great. Didn't know anything about this album before now. Standouts: Damaged Goods, Ether, Natural's Not in it, Not Great Man, Return the Gift, At Home He's a Tourist, 5.45, Anthrax 4.25

Truth And Soul by Fishbone
Mar 01 2024

1988 Genre: Funk rock, Hard rock, ska Standouts: Freddy's Dead, Ma and Pa, Pouring Rain, I Like To Hide Behind My Glasses, One Day, Change Muther Effing Great! 4.25/5

Debut by Björk
Mar 02 2024

3.5 One of her best!

Heartbreaker by Ryan Adams
Mar 04 2024

It isn't bad. Kind of tiring after a while though. 3.5

Lost Souls by Doves
Mar 06 2024

3.5 It's alight.

Dirt by Alice In Chains
Mar 09 2024

3.5

Mar 10 2024

Not a big Dylan fan. Standouts: Subterranean Homesick Blues, Mr. Tambourine Man Others: Maggie's Farm, She Belongs to Me, Gates of Eden 4/5

Mar 11 2024

Love this album. James is the man! The crowd really brings something special to the album. 4.5

Mar 12 2024

2008 Alternative rock, art rock Fourth album by Elbow (England) Singles: ------------------------------- Grounds for Divorce (#19 UK) One Day Like This (#4 UK) The Bones of You Standouts: Starlings, Grounds for Divorce, Audience with the Pope, Some Riot Others: The Bones of You, Mirrorball, The Fix, One Day Like This, We're Away 4/5

Amnesiac by Radiohead
Mar 14 2024

2001 Experimental rock, electronica, alternative rock Standouts: Pyramid Song, Knives Out 3.5

Rain Dogs by Tom Waits
Mar 15 2024

1985, Experimental rock, Americana Rain Dogs is the 9th studio album by Tom Waits (USA) Standouts: Singapore, Others: Jockey Full of Bourbon, 3.75

Mar 19 2024

Supergroups like the Byrds get more attention based on the 'who' of who is in the band than the content. It's very listenable, but average. 3/5

Djam Leelii by Baaba Maal
Mar 20 2024

1989, Senegalese music As world music goes, it isn't bad. Not something I'd listen much to in the future but I am glad I got the chance to hear it. The music is much better than the voice.... 3/5

Melodrama by Lorde
Mar 21 2024

3.75 Enjoyable.

Young Americans by David Bowie
Mar 25 2024

4/5 One of his best overall albums. (Ziggy Stardust will always be the best.)

If You're Feeling Sinister by Belle & Sebastian
Mar 26 2024

3.75 Pretty good. Easy to listen to and enjoy. Really don't know them or the album at all before now.

Antichrist Superstar by Marilyn Manson
Mar 27 2024

Marilyn Manson has a few really great songs. the Beautiful People is one of them. Tourniquet isn’t bad either. The rest of the album is loud and hard to listen to. Best I can give it is 3.5

Actually by Pet Shop Boys
Mar 28 2024

Not Actually too bad! No way, it’s FANTASTIC! Standouts: It’s a Sin, What Have I Done To Deserve This, Shopping, Rent, Hit Music, Heart, It Could Only Happen Here, I Want to Wake Up, Kings Cross. 4.5

Psychocandy by The Jesus And Mary Chain
Mar 29 2024

Wow. What a sound! This is an album you can feel! Standouts: Just Like Honey, Taste the Floor, Cut Dead, Taste of Cindy, Never Understand, Sowing Seeds, 4/5

Back to Basics by Christina Aguilera
Mar 30 2024

She’s so full of herself. Standouts: Ain't no other man, Oh Mother, Hurt 3.75

Bad Company by Bad Company
Mar 31 2024

Standouts: Bad Company, Can’t Get Enough, Ready for Love, Rock Steady, Movin’ On, 4.5

Rust Never Sleeps by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Apr 01 2024

4.5/5 Not a bad track on the album. Probably should be a 5/5

Step In The Arena by Gang Starr
Apr 03 2024

Never heard of this before… pretty good. 3.5 Standouts: Take a Rest, Step in the Arena, Just to Get a Rep, Execution of a Chump, Who’s Going to take the Weight,

Orbital 2 by Orbital
Apr 04 2024

This album has its moments…. But not really exciting. Standouts: none…. Others worth a listen: Lush 3, Planet of the Shapes, Monday, Haylcon 3.5

Getz/Gilberto by Stan Getz
Apr 05 2024

4/5 Hard not to love the Bossa Nova!

Something/Anything? by Todd Rundgren
Apr 06 2024

Standouts: Hello It's Me, I Saw The Light, Wolfman Jack Others: It Wouldn't Have Made Any Difference 3.75

Sheet Music by 10cc
Apr 07 2024

Nearly perfect! Can't believe how great this was! Standouts: Wall Street Shuffle, Worst Band in the World, Hotel, Old Wild Men, Clockwork Creep, Silly Love, Sacro-Lliac, Oh Effendi, 4.5

Medúlla by Björk
Apr 09 2024

Standouts: Where is the Line, Who is It, Triumph of a Heart 3.75

Fuzzy by Grant Lee Buffalo
Apr 11 2024

Definitely something I can get into. 3.5

Ramones by Ramones
Apr 12 2024

4/5

I Am a Bird Now by Antony and the Johnsons
Apr 13 2024

Mello. Pretty nice. 3.5

Apr 15 2024

I like me some Fat Boy Slim…. But I don’t know any of these songs! Best tracks: Going Out of my Head, Punk to Funk 3.5

Roots by Sepultura
Apr 16 2024

Ummmm. Not so into scream-music anymore. Had I heard this when it came out I might have liked but…. Maybe? Best rants: Roots Bloody Roots 2.5

Either Or by Elliott Smith
Apr 17 2024

3/5 Heard many times, just don't get into it too much. Couple good songs....

Two Dancers by Wild Beasts
Apr 18 2024

Way good. Never heard of them before. Glad I got the chance! Interesting and intelligent lyrics. Impressive. I’ll definitely add this to my rotation. Standouts: All the King’s Men, We Still Got the Taste of Dancing on our Tongues 3.75

Venus Luxure No. 1 Baby by Girls Against Boys
Apr 19 2024

It’s definitely my kind of music. A never heard of them before. It sounds a little like the Psychedelic Furs at times…but with more edge. Maybe a little Nirvana-like at times too… I’ll continue to listen and someday I think it will be a favorite but, right now I am just getting to know it. Hard to rate it fairly, but Ia’ll give it a solid 3.5. Standouts: Rockets are Red, Bug House

Happy Trails by Quicksilver Messenger Service
Apr 21 2024

3.5

Seventh Tree by Goldfrapp
Apr 23 2024

Kind of love it. New for me. Give me more. Standouts: Clowns, Little Bird, Happiness, A&E, Road To Somewhere, Eat Yourself, Some People, Cologne Cerrone Houdini, Caravan Girl, Monster Love 4/5

The Grand Tour by George Jones
Apr 25 2024

it's a tuff one...the music is fine, just really old style and if you listen to it now for the first time - it is REALLY hard to get into. If you grew up with it, I'm sure you would love it. 2.5

Inspiration Information by Shuggie Otis
Apr 26 2024

Genre: Psychedelic soul, progressive soul, R&B, psychedelic funk Progressive + Soul = great fun! Never heard this before. It's really great. Definitely will listen to again! 3.75

Marcus Garvey by Burning Spear
Apr 28 2024

Early in the Reggae days.... 3.5

Rock Bottom by Robert Wyatt
Apr 30 2024

Genre: Art rock, Canterbury scene, progressive rock, psychedelic rock Very interesting sounds. Definitely worth listening to. Never heard of him before this list. 3.5

War by U2
May 03 2024

Classic 4.5

GI by Germs
May 04 2024

Right up my alley! Good stuff. New to me, but i like it. 3.5

Younger Than Yesterday by The Byrds
May 05 2024

Can do without ever hearing the Byrds or Bob Dylan again…. Standouts: So You Want to Be a Rock and Roll Star, My Back Pages, 3.5

Homework by Daft Punk
May 07 2024

Great. Powerful dance. 4/5

Lazer Guided Melodies by Spiritualized
May 09 2024

Really, really enjoyable - when you're in the right mood. If you're not in the mood, this album will put you in the right mood.... :) Ok, I like it.

Hejira by Joni Mitchell
May 11 2024
Nebraska by Bruce Springsteen
May 12 2024

Always one of my favorites

Atomizer by Big Black
May 14 2024

Kerosene and Bad Houses! Great!!!!! The rest of the album is good for the genre.

#1 Record by Big Star
May 15 2024

Nothing fantastic, but solid. I like listening to it.... 4/5

Third by Portishead
May 16 2024

2008 Genre: Experimental rock, electronica, psychedelic rock 3.5

Gentlemen by The Afghan Whigs
May 17 2024

3/5 at best. didn’t really connect with it.

The Who Sell Out by The Who
May 19 2024

More like a Monty Pyton Soundtrack than a Who album. 3.5

Your Arsenal by Morrissey
May 21 2024

A lot of great tracks. 4/5

Teenage Head by Flamin' Groovies
May 23 2024

3.5 It has moments…

So Much For The City by The Thrills
May 27 2024

They're Irish? I would have guessed from California! Well, it was pretty good. Some catchy tracks. I'd definitely listen to this again. 3.75

Ogden's Nut Gone Flake by Small Faces
May 28 2024

Heard of them. I know a couple of their songs. But, listening to this was meh... it was fine. Nothing wrong with it, but I think it has to be something you were into when it came out to really get the most out it. 3.5

Triangle by The Beau Brummels
May 29 2024

1967 Genre: Folk rock, country rock, psychedelic pop, psychedelic rock Never heard of them before. It's pretty decent. Standouts: Are You Happy?, Magic Hollow. 3.5

Southern Rock Opera by Drive-By Truckers
May 30 2024

This album has character. Really great listen. Never heard of them before. So glad I listened. Standouts: The Three Great Alabama Icons, Days of Graduation, Moved, 4/5

Siembra by Willie Colón & Rubén Blades
May 31 2024

Disco Salsa from 1978... Very enjoyable. 3/5

Beautiful Freak by Eels
Jun 01 2024

Love this album. Never heard of them before this list. Standouts: Nonvaccine for the Soul, Susan's House, Beautiful Freak, Your Lucky Day in Hell, Flower, Manchild,

Heroes to Zeros by The Beta Band
Jun 02 2024

2004 Electronic Rock Standouts: Trouble 3.5

D by White Denim
Jun 03 2024

White Demin, 2011, From Texas New to me. Standouts: Sweet Joy, Is and Is and Is, Keys 3.75

White Light / White Heat by The Velvet Underground
Jun 04 2024

I love some of the other Velvet Underground albums I've heard...this one is the weakest. Maybe I need to hear of it.... Sister Ray is the highlight. 3.5/5

Sunshine Hit Me by The Bees
Jun 05 2024

Another band I've never heard of. 22 years ago...where was I? This is right up my alley. Really great sounds. Standouts: A Minha Menia, Punchbag, 4/5

Jun 06 2024

Thought it was going to suck based on album cover…. It didn’t! Favorite track: Confusion 4/5

Music From Big Pink by The Band
Jun 07 2024

3.75 I feel like I should rate it higher just because of who makes up THE BAND.... but, it's just ok for me.

Electric Ladyland by Jimi Hendrix
Jun 08 2024

He had one great album. This isn’t it. But, its fine. 4/5

Fisherman's Blues by The Waterboys
Jun 09 2024

I like it fine. There are 3-4 really good tracks. 3.75

The Next Day by David Bowie
Jun 12 2024

Probably my least favorite of his albums on this list. Really not spectacular.

We're Only In It For The Money by The Mothers Of Invention
Jun 13 2024

Zappa at his best. Some say it's your nose, some say it your toes, I say it's your mind.... 4/5

I See You by The xx
Jun 14 2024

very good listen 4/5

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