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Soul Mining
The The
5 3.17 +1.83
Head Hunters
Herbie Hancock
5 3.54 +1.46
Calenture
The Triffids
4 2.55 +1.45
The Number Of The Beast
Iron Maiden
5 3.57 +1.43
Pink Moon
Nick Drake
5 3.65 +1.35
All Hope Is Gone
Slipknot
4 2.7 +1.3
Phaedra
Tangerine Dream
4 2.73 +1.27
Yeezus
Kanye West
4 2.74 +1.26
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Black Sabbath
5 3.74 +1.26
Scream, Dracula, Scream
Rocket From The Crypt
4 2.76 +1.24

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Tracy Chapman
Tracy Chapman
2 3.79 -1.79
Blonde On Blonde
Bob Dylan
2 3.48 -1.48
Blackstar
David Bowie
2 3.48 -1.48
Tidal
Fiona Apple
2 3.47 -1.47
Odelay
Beck
2 3.45 -1.45
Play
Moby
2 3.45 -1.45
The Fat Of The Land
The Prodigy
2 3.4 -1.4
Beauty And The Beat
The Go-Go's
2 3.39 -1.39
Aftermath
The Rolling Stones
2 3.35 -1.35
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The xx
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Odelay by Beck

A somewhat strange album in the sense that I don't get the hype. A couple tracks are pretty good but a lot of them are just nonsense. Album felt scatterbrained even though I normally like eclectic albums.

Smokers Delight by Nightmares On Wax

Pretty interesting jam album. Some songs drag on a bit. But mostly nice melodies. Some people might get bored but I can get into it.

Faith by George Michael

George Michael is ok in small doses but this was way too much weird sexy 80s music.

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Let It Bleed by The Rolling Stones
Sep 10 2021

A classic, I have it on vinyl. More bluesy/country than other albums (violin/piano). Quite a mix of serious and goofy songs. Rating 3 since it's mostly carried by two songs.

Can't Buy A Thrill by Steely Dan
Sep 13 2021

Solid 70s rock feel. Strong album for a debut. Organ is a nice touch.

Drunk by Thundercat
Sep 14 2021

Love this album. Stellar instrumentals with funny lyrics. Surprise Kendrick. Honestly all the features are great. Lara says "I didn't get a chance to appreciate all the lyrics but I enjoyed all the melodies".

Sep 15 2021

Must have been an odd release at the time. Lara says "interesting use of instruments from the orient" haha. Overall pretty strong album with only a couple weird tracks.

Celebrity Skin by Hole
Sep 16 2021

Decent punk/grunge/pop album. A couple snoozers but mostly solid. I do quite like Love's voice. Lara says "I didn't particularly care for it".

Sep 17 2021

Nice sound for Bob Dylan. I like the melodies and tone but not super into the drawn-out storytelling. Would have to listen a few more times to get into the lyrics.

BEYONCÉ by Beyoncé
Sep 20 2021

Decent album overall but not really my preference. A couple songs were straight terrible.

At Folsom Prison by Johnny Cash
Sep 21 2021

Great album, have listened several times. Love the extra conversations with audience and announcements for inmates or requests for water. Nice performances with June Carter.

Smokers Delight by Nightmares On Wax
Sep 22 2021

Pretty interesting jam album. Some songs drag on a bit. But mostly nice melodies. Some people might get bored but I can get into it.

Sep 23 2021

Very unique album, like David Bowie but with more genres mixed in. I can see how it might have inspired many other flavors of pop music.

Now I Got Worry by The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
Sep 24 2021

Not sure how I felt about this album. Definitely some good blues riffs, but a lot of clattering and noise. I think I would have rated higher but it was a little too disorganized.

Pretzel Logic by Steely Dan
Sep 27 2021

Some nice melodies and a bit more funk/soul compared to their debut.

Five Leaves Left by Nick Drake
Sep 28 2021

It sounded good but nothing in particular stood out. Could use another listen.

The Idiot by Iggy Pop
Sep 30 2021

Pretty interesting album. I haven't listened to much art rock before. No sleepers on this album. Liked the melodies and the mood.

Jazz Samba by Stan Getz
Oct 01 2021

No-nonsense bossa nova album. Short and sweet. Strong album throughout, no frills or gimmicks.

Faith by George Michael
Oct 04 2021

George Michael is ok in small doses but this was way too much weird sexy 80s music.

Dire Straits by Dire Straits
Oct 05 2021

Solid album. Like the instrumentals and the melodies.

Strange Cargo III by William Orbit
Oct 06 2021

Pretty enjoyable album. I'm not super into electronic music but I liked the melodies here. Reminded me of Spyro the Dragon.

Sea Change by Beck
Oct 07 2021

Album has so many listens but I'm not really into it. Lyrics are pretty sad and serious.

Future Days by Can
Oct 08 2021

Interesting experimental album. It didn't feel like there were any standout moments, but it had a good feel overall. Good background music, not sure I would want to listen to it with full attention.

Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division
Oct 11 2021

Overall wasn't too impressed by this album. Disorder was good. I think the tone of the rest of the album doesn't quite resonate with me.

Brilliant Corners by Thelonious Monk
Oct 12 2021

Great album, one of my favorite jazz albums. Great tones from all musicians. Interesting Monk melodies. No weak links anywhere.

Ragged Glory by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Oct 13 2021

Didn't really care for this album. Found the songs boring and too much jam.

Calenture by The Triffids
Oct 14 2021

Quite liked this album. Tone was somewhat dark but very melodic. Singer has a great vocal tone. Reminded me of a more bluesy Bowie.

Done By The Forces Of Nature by Jungle Brothers
Oct 18 2021

Decent classic rap album. Really liked Doin Our Own Dang (most popular track). Lots of tracks had more upbeat melodies instead of darker or more serious tones of modern rap.

Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock
Oct 19 2021

Have listened to this album countless times - own it on vinyl. Jazz classic. Maybe the most Herbie Hancock of Herbie Hancock albums? Chameleon and Watermelon Man obviously carry the album, but side 2 is still groovy.

That's The Way Of The World by Earth, Wind & Fire
Oct 20 2021

Solid grooves all around. I prefer the uptempo tracks to the ballads. Shining star is a monster.

Truth by Jeff Beck
Oct 21 2021

Pretty great blues rock album. Good mix of vocals, jams, and great licks.

Tonight's The Night by Neil Young
Oct 22 2021

Second album confirms I don't care much for Neil Young. There were a few tracks I enjoyed.

Oct 25 2021

Was disappointed to find it a little boring. It's more toward the groove side than funk. Many long jam tracks with repetitive melodies and lyrics. I prefer the songs where it tips toward the rock style. The live version of Maggot Brain is pretty cool though.

Imagine by John Lennon
Oct 26 2021

Overall pretty solid album, though the title track carries hard. A couple stinkers but more good tracks. Leans more toward the political and social messages.

Dec 15 2021

Enjoyed the first half of the album but the second half seemed to drag on. I can hear a lot of 90s influences from here though it's not my favorite.

Mama's Gun by Erykah Badu
Dec 16 2021

Some pretty nice tracks mixed in with some more average ones. I liked the vibe but I found the album dragged on toward the end. Penitentiary Philosophy was my favorite.

Southern Rock Opera by Drive-By Truckers
Dec 17 2021

I think some of the melodies and lyrics are pretty cool, but overall it was just a long country-rock album. Got pretty bored by the end of first half. No stand-out tracks for me.

The Score by Fugees
Dec 20 2021

Great album. Favorite track is The Beast. Really nice mix of hip hop and chill beats. Singing from Lauryn Hill is great on the hooks. No snoozers anywhere.

Bad Company by Bad Company
Dec 21 2021

Solid classic rock album. Really liked that it was short and sweet.

Walking Wounded by Everything But The Girl
Dec 22 2021

Was an interesting listen but I don't typically enjoy this genre. Was moody and mellow without being boring.

Urban Hymns by The Verve
Dec 23 2021

Pretty decent album throughout though it really gets bumped up due to the two singles.

Scream, Dracula, Scream by Rocket From The Crypt
Dec 24 2021

Pretty interesting and unique album. Like punk rock with real instruments. Talented instrumentals behind shouting lyrics.

Dec 27 2021

Don't really know how to score this album. It was pretty good for a Christmas album, but I don't particularly like Christmas music. The last track with Phil Spector was creepy.

Soul Mining by The The
Dec 28 2021

This album is awesome. Is it post-punk? Industrial? I don't know but I love it. Some tracks are sparse and minimalist. Others are a waterfall of sound.

Rust In Peace by Megadeth
Dec 29 2021

Very solid metal album. Nothing groundbreaking, but decent tracks throughout.

The Madcap Laughs by Syd Barrett
Dec 30 2021

Not really my preference. Kind of mopey and weird. Didn't enjoy the melodies much.

Jan 10 2022

Pretty killer rap album. Couple off tracks here and there. The title track is 10/10. Album holds up.

Talking Book by Stevie Wonder
Jan 11 2022

Overall enjoyable but some songs really dragged on into jam territory. Superstition is a masterpiece.

Let's Get Killed by David Holmes
Jan 13 2022

Little bit odd but had some good grooves. Weird electro hip hop?

Hard Again by Muddy Waters
Jan 14 2022

Solid blues album but not perfect. Emotion comes through.

Pornography by The Cure
Jan 17 2022

Really liked this album. Had only listened previously to a handful of tracks by The Cure. Especially liked The Hanging Garden. Album was a bit dark and moody with great instrumentals.

Back In Black by AC/DC
Jan 18 2022

Great album. Probably my favorite by AC/DC. Not much more to say about it.

The Grand Tour by George Jones
Jan 19 2022

Liked this album a lot. Again, don't listen to much country but this had nice melodies and lyrics.

Ananda Shankar by Ananda Shankar
Jan 20 2022

This was pretty interesting. Was weird to hear the two covers using Indian instruments, thought Light My Fire was awesome. I think I prefer the more traditional tracks on side 2. Overall solid album.

Gasoline Alley by Rod Stewart
Jan 21 2022

Was ok. Some of the songs/lyrics were jammy and weird. Preferred the straight rock songs

Daydream Nation by Sonic Youth
Jan 24 2022

Overall didn't care for it. It was weird without being interesting or melodic.

Moondance by Van Morrison
Jan 25 2022

Pretty cheery, short and sweet. Screams early 70s. Some good tracks but overall ok.

Songs For Swingin' Lovers! by Frank Sinatra
Jan 26 2022

Don't usually go for crooners, but the album was pretty good. Like the rendition of Anything Goes.

The Scream by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Jan 27 2022

Pretty good album, no real standouts but very enjoyable.

Jan 31 2022

I enjoyed it more than I thought I would. Some tracks just ok but several great songs.

Electric Ladyland by Jimi Hendrix
Feb 01 2022

It might start to drag on a bit long but overall a masterpiece, tons of great tracks showcasing Hendrix's range from bluesy to psych.

Planet Rock: The Album by Afrika Bambaataa
Feb 02 2022

Pretty interesting. I didn't like it as much as I hoped but I can see how it was influential. Probably one of the first hip hop albums?

Fuzzy Logic by Super Furry Animals
Feb 03 2022

Eclectic album that I liked but not much stood out to me. Poppy and likeable.

The Predator by Ice Cube
Feb 04 2022

Could be used as a template for west coast rap. Strong delivery by Cube. Great lyrics and beats.

Led Zeppelin IV by Led Zeppelin
Feb 07 2022

Masterpiece. Solid heavy metal album the whole way through. Basically every track is a home run.

Tres Hombres by ZZ Top
Feb 08 2022

La Grange is 10/10 but everything else was lacking.

Casanova by The Divine Comedy
Feb 09 2022

Honestly didn't care too much for this album. Lyrics were all about sex and I didn't enjoy the melodies either. It was just fine.

Dog Man Star by Suede
Feb 10 2022

It was dark and moody, but I didn't find it all that interesting. I wanted to like it more.

Central Reservation by Beth Orton
Feb 11 2022

Kind of moody and dark and low key in an interesting way. Liked it more than I expected.

The Hour Of Bewilderbeast by Badly Drawn Boy
Feb 14 2022

Really interesting album. Moody alternative rock with a little bit of grunge? And real instruments.

Meat Is Murder by The Smiths
Feb 15 2022

It's a unique sound but I don't really care for Morrissey. The album was a bit all over the place. Prefer a rawer punk sound.

Rattlesnakes by Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
Feb 16 2022

Sort of a strange album. Some songs very much like Dylan. Overall enjoyed but no real standouts.

Bubble And Scrape by Sebadoh
Feb 17 2022

It was alright but I don't think it really clicked for me. It seems like it lost it's way somewhere in the middle.

Oxygène by Jean-Michel Jarre
Feb 18 2022

Really nice electronic album. Was it a bunch of analog synths? Sounded like an 80s movie soundtrack.

Private Dancer by Tina Turner
Feb 21 2022

Didn't care much for the album. What's Love got to do with it is great, but every other track is forgettable.

Californication by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Feb 23 2022

What is there to say? Have listened to it a hundred times and it holds up. The second half drags a little bit but the first half is all fire.

Feb 24 2022

This album is so weird, in the best way possible. It's not particularly melodic. But it covers every facet of prog rock. I don't think it's perfect, but solid throughout.

Street Signs by Ozomatli
Feb 25 2022

Quite liked this. The Roots but in Spanish?

Dirt by Alice In Chains
Mar 09 2022

Very solid emotional grunge. Very moody in a good way. Pain and depression comes across in every track.

Dance Mania by Tito Puente
Mar 10 2022

I don't know much about mambo but this album was great. Especially liked Hong Kong Mambo and Mambo Gozón. There's a certain mood for this type of music and this album will get you there.

Who's Next by The Who
Mar 11 2022

Masterpiece. Have it on vinyl. Great melodies with a complex sound. Baba O'Riley still kills despite being overplayed. Behind Blue Eyes is a great change of pace on the second half. Love it.

Murder Ballads by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Mar 14 2022

I bet this album is very polarizing. I didn't particularly like it. It wanted to be moody and depressing but I just found it boring. I don't care for the rambling stories for lyrics.

John Prine by John Prine
Mar 16 2022

Overall enjoyed it but no real standouts for me. I probably don't listen to the lyrics enough. Prine has a goofy vocal tone that I kind of enjoy.

Electric Warrior by T. Rex
Mar 22 2022

Interesting glam rock. Get it On is great of course. But I thought it was the only standout.

Debut by Björk
Mar 23 2022

Pretty interesting and eclectic album mix. I can definitely see influences on Lorde and indie pop vocals.

Heroes by David Bowie
Mar 24 2022

Pretty good esoteric and sparse tracks that I quite liked.

Disintegration by The Cure
Mar 25 2022

Definitely enjoyed the instrumentals and the whole vibe. Would be perfect for a rainy drive.

461 Ocean Boulevard by Eric Clapton
Mar 28 2022

Decent blues album but got into jam territory a bit too much

Highway 61 Revisited by Bob Dylan
Mar 29 2022

First song carries hard but the rest of the album still very nice.

Mar 30 2022

Really liked this. Very soothing and melodic. I didn't realize this was such a recent album. I prefer it to her previous album.

Rain Dogs by Tom Waits
Mar 31 2022

Well it was interesting to say the least. I think I don't really get it. It sounds like a carnival villain soundtrack. Wanted to like it more.

Synchronicity by The Police
Apr 01 2022

Found it just ok. Very boring in parts.

Pink Flag by Wire
Apr 04 2022

Really solid punk/post-punk album. Some hardcore riffs, and some melodic bits. Enjoyed the punk yelling.

Clube Da Esquina by Milton Nascimento
Apr 05 2022

Had some interesting moments but overall I found myself getting bored. Not as poppy as Sergio Mendes for example.

Marquee Moon by Television
Apr 06 2022

I need another listen but was pretty interested. Loved Elevation and Marquee Moon.

Honestly found it pretty boring. Really points out how many of his songs are the same pace, tone, and instruments. The Dylan sound was turned up to 11.

The Velvet Underground by The Velvet Underground
Apr 08 2022

I enjoyed the slow and melancholy tone but overall didn't much like the album. Felt a bit repetitive and boring.

Tigermilk by Belle & Sebastian
Apr 11 2022

Decent indie pop but not really my favorite. Some catchy tunes and no real standouts.

25 by Adele
Apr 12 2022

Strong album from Adele. Only a couple tracks that were more pop that I thought were a bit weak. I could listen to power ballads all day. Hello is 10/10 and also really liked Sweetest Devotion.

Tuesday Night Music Club by Sheryl Crow
Apr 13 2022

Didn't care much for the album at all. It seems to be carried by All I Wanna Do but that song isn't my favorite either. Crow's voice is nice but the country-pop style doesn't work. Ballads don't feel sincere especially since I just listened to Adele.

Picture Book by Simply Red
Apr 14 2022

Nice enough album, a couple hits and the rest were pretty chill.

Tarkus by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Apr 15 2022

Pretty interesting prog. Some weird atheist lyrics? But overall just squeaks out a 4-star.

Closer by Joy Division
Apr 19 2022

I think I ended up liking it better than Unknown Pleasures. I'm not too into the melodies but kind of liking the darker tone. It's beautifully moody. Strong finish to the album.

Emperor Tomato Ketchup by Stereolab
Apr 20 2022

I wanted to like it more but found it a bit bland after the first few tracks.

Phaedra by Tangerine Dream
Apr 21 2022

Really liked this album. A blend of ethereal sounds, electronic tunes, and noise.

Entertainment by Gang Of Four
Apr 25 2022

I like the energy but nothing much else. Found it tough to get through.

Kind Of Blue by Miles Davis
Apr 26 2022

Easy 5 stars. Wild to think that Davis, Coltrane, and Adderly all combined on this. If you like jazz at all, this is it.

Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Apr 27 2022

Found it to be a bit of boring dad rock. It's consistent but I wasn't really into it.

Tapestry by Carole King
Apr 28 2022

Solid front to back. Album definitely has the hits. Only medium sappy.

Apr 29 2022

I found it much better than Faith, but it still didn't resonate with me. It was more somber and serious.

Vivid by Living Colour
May 02 2022

Cult of Personality is a masterpiece, carries the album but the rest is solid.

The Gershwin Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald
May 03 2022

I don't particularly care for jazz vocals, but if you must listen to it, this is it.

Foo Fighters by Foo Fighters
May 04 2022

Foo Fighters definitely have the hits. I liked this album more than expected even though it doesn't have any of the biggest FF tracks. Good mix of hard rock with punk influence.

Veckatimest by Grizzly Bear
May 05 2022

Didn't find much to like in this album. Felt like typical indie-folk music. Could be from a coffee shop or hipster store. Inoffensive and boring.

Live At Leeds by The Who
May 06 2022

The best live rock album? Maybe. Everything sounds great and love the commentary added. It's very close to 5 stars.

Are You Experienced by Jimi Hendrix
May 09 2022

Another classic. One of the best guitar albums. Full creative control to Jimi. Back to back hits.

Aftermath by The Rolling Stones
May 10 2022

Found it just ok. Much preferred Let It Bleed (which I only scored 3?). Stupid Girl and Under My Thumb are weird. UK version doesn't have Paint It Black?

Rhythm Nation 1814 by Janet Jackson
May 11 2022

Started fairly strong but really dropped off toward the end. Early tracks were decent dance jams, but the last three or so were slow ballads. I found it hard to get through the whole thing.

The Clash by The Clash
May 12 2022

Solid punk classic. I didn't find it to be quite the masterpiece everyone thinks. But a solid 4 from me.

Deep Purple In Rock by Deep Purple
May 13 2022

It's pretty good but doesn't go as hard as Machine Head. Child in Time was a pretty interesting prog/ballad.

Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen
May 16 2022

"The Boss" just doesn't resonate with me. The hits are ok. Some great saxophone saves it a bit. I get strong boomer vibes.

May 17 2022

It was pretty good, if a bit repetitive. I wanted to like it more. Had some high points early on the record and then weaker on the back half.

Modern Kosmology by Jane Weaver
May 18 2022

Some interesting moody feeling tracks. Very low key, could have been written any time in the last 40 years. I'm not sure if I'll return to it so I'll give a solid 3.

Destroyer by KISS
May 19 2022

Definitely a bit repetitive but I liked it more than I expected. It's a vibe for sure but I listened while driving a convertible so maybe that helped. Strong 3 stars.

Winter In America by Gil Scott-Heron
May 20 2022

Really interesting combination of jazz/soul and social commentary. It's not always what I'll look for in a music album but it definitely deserves another listen to fully absorb

Under Construction by Missy Elliott
May 23 2022

Overall real chill hip hop album. I knew Work It was 10/10 but hadn't heard much of the rest. Liked the features by Ludacris and Method Man. Not a big fan of the Beyonce feature.

The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails
May 24 2022

Very interesting album, strong industrial sound that channels pure violence, anger, pain. It's not about the melodies but about the feeling of this album. I think that bumps it up for me. Hurt is a strong closer.

I Against I by Bad Brains
May 26 2022

Found some tracks pretty interesting, and others uninspired. A blend of punk/rock/hardcore that kind of worked. I don't see myself revisiting.

Jun 06 2022

A couple interesting tracks but overall it all blended together. Lots of different genres but nothing particularly unique.

Odelay by Beck
Jun 07 2022

A somewhat strange album in the sense that I don't get the hype. A couple tracks are pretty good but a lot of them are just nonsense. Album felt scatterbrained even though I normally like eclectic albums.

Time Out Of Mind by Bob Dylan
Jun 08 2022

Old Dylan? I actually like the gravelly voice. But the melodies are least interesting Dylan yet. There are probably deeper meanings to the lyrics. But the melodies are straight boring and too far into jam territory.

Moss Side Story by Barry Adamson
Jun 09 2022

Very weird choice for this list. It was unique and interesting, but not in a melodic way. I guess it's a concept album? But not creating anything new. Really not sure why it was in this list.

Jun 10 2022

Started off very strong but weakened a bit in the back half. I like the mixture of prog and blues elements.

Mr. Tambourine Man by The Byrds
Jun 13 2022

Definitely brings the 60s sound. Weird hybrid of early Beatles and Dylan? I thought I would like it more but I found it overall just ok. Feels like peak flower child.

Murmur by R.E.M.
Jun 14 2022

Thought it was ok. Seems influential to a lot of 80s/90s music. Pre-cursor to indie rock?

Underwater Moonlight by The Soft Boys
Jun 15 2022

Was decent but not stellar. Can see influences for indie rock and other 90s music. Is this punk blended with new wave? I do like how it feels raw around the edges.

All Hope Is Gone by Slipknot
Jun 16 2022

Definitely a mood. I found it a pretty melodic approach to heavy metal. Interesting enough to listen again, though on the long side. Percussion is crazy.

Vincebus Eruptum by Blue Cheer
Jun 17 2022

Interesting fuzzy raw blues rock? Kind of sounds like Cream but rougher around the edges. It wanders a bit but I was kind of into it.

Beggars Banquet by The Rolling Stones
Jun 20 2022

I thought it was overall solid. Sympathy for the Devil is 10/10 of course (420 million plays on Spotify??). I like the exploration into more bluesy tracks as well.

Sunshine Superman by Donovan
Jun 24 2022

Melodies were ok but I didn't find it super interesting. The sitar was cool but seemed out of place. But I can feel very strong 60s and psych influences from this album.

The Beach Boys Today! by The Beach Boys
Jun 27 2022

I thought it was a pretty weak showing for Beach Boys. Nothing cutting edge especially if compared to Pet Sounds. The harmonies are good.

Jun 28 2022

Very interesting concept, politically charged album with dialogue about black culture. Not all the songs were great musically. But very interesting message overall. This band is strange in a good way.

Floodland by Sisters Of Mercy
Jun 29 2022

I thought I was going to hate this but ended up finding it very interesting. Loved the choir opening on This Corrosion. Overall found it pretty moody and dark with strong 80s vibes.

Jun 30 2022

I thought it was decent but nothing gamechanging. I liked all the Wu cameos. Especially Ghostface was all over the album. Is this the original version of the rapper/mobster/villain/mastermind persona?

Technique by New Order
Jul 25 2022

Strong 4 stars. Liked this much better than Joy Division. 80s fueled beats and synth tones.

Roger the Engineer by The Yardbirds
Jul 26 2022

Thought it was ok. Jeff Beck is good but it didn't feel innovative. Seems like heavy influences by American blues musicians.

Play by Moby
Jul 27 2022

Didn't resonate with me. Felt like the blues minus the soul. Just seemed like the album was made for radio play without a lot of substance.

Jul 28 2022

I wanted to like it more but found it pretty average, outside of a few hit tracks. It was very long since it's a double LP.

1977 by Ash
Jul 29 2022

Didn't resonate me. Sounds like any generic alternative or pop-punk sad boy music from the 90s. It had some moments but overall quite boring.

Van Halen by Van Halen
Aug 01 2022

Almost a five star just for having Eruption. Really appreciated the short 35 minute runtime, no filler at all.

I Should Coco by Supergrass
Aug 02 2022

It was alright. Sounded like some inspiration for the New Pornographers. Wasn't quite catchy enough for me to think I'll return.

Blue by Joni Mitchell
Sep 20 2022

Quite liked this. Beautiful and haunting. I didn't listen as much to the lyrics but her voice is next-level. Strong 4 star.

The Modern Lovers by The Modern Lovers
Sep 21 2022

Found it just ok. I liked the vibe at the start but it got a bit old. Not enough energy to keep me hooked even though the melodies were alright.

Exit Planet Dust by The Chemical Brothers
Sep 22 2022

Seems like a very solid electronic/dance album but it's really not my genre. It relies on listener enjoying the vibe and that carries you to the next section of the song. There were some parts I liked but overall this is just a light rave.

Arise by Sepultura
Sep 23 2022

I think it was enjoyable but nothing special. Solid heavy metal. There was some filler.

Nevermind by Nirvana
Sep 26 2022

What can I say? it's a masterpiece. Solid rock and grunge vibes all around. Can't help but get hype even if Teen Spirit is overplayed.

Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield
Sep 27 2022

This was pretty odd to find in this list. The melodies were interesting but the musicianship was bad, often the different instruments are not even playing together. It really feels over hyped due to the exorcist

Parsley, Sage, Rosemary And Thyme by Simon & Garfunkel
Sep 28 2022

I liked it more than expected. Found it strong throughout with anti war themes. Great melodies as well.

Bitte Orca by Dirty Projectors
Oct 20 2022

Didn't really resonate with me at all. Am I missing something? Just kind of boring sad pop? I had high hopes since I know one other song by Dirty Projectors.

Oct 21 2022

I wasn't as into it as I thought I might be. The songs were all over the place, and even though they were short, there were so many tracks it felt a mess. Enjoyed some of the songs that were more punk.

Fragile by Yes
Oct 24 2022

Big fan of this album. Roundabout alone goes a long way. But otherwise a really nice mix of proggy stuff. Also liked the more classical feel of Mood for a Day. I think it's a strong 4.

At San Quentin by Johnny Cash
Oct 25 2022

Another great live album from the man in black. I rate this one just below At Folsom Prison. This album is shorter and Cash sounds a bit worn out. It's still very personal and captures his exchanges with the audience.

Oct 26 2022

I actually enjoyed more than I thought. Some tracks had a great vibe, very "Pool Suite". Not boring bubblegum pop.

Oct 27 2022

I liked it more than expected. Felt like 80s music crossed with tavern bard music. Didn't know this was Steve Winwood.

GREY Area by Little Simz
Oct 28 2022

Had some interesting parts but overall wasn't too into it. I think it's solid but not revolutionary.

Beauty And The Beat by The Go-Go's
Oct 31 2022

I can appreciate that it was groundbreaking but I didn't find the album too strong aside from the two singles. Kind of boring pop rock.

C'est Chic by CHIC
Nov 01 2022

Le Freak is 10/10 but the rest of the album doesn't match. Overall enjoyable but a weaker dance album.

Orbital 2 by Orbital
Nov 02 2022

Screams 90s electronic. Feels like I'm in the cybergoth dance meme video. A couple interesting moments but overall wasn't for me.

Tracy Chapman by Tracy Chapman
Nov 16 2022

Another singer/songwriter album, again I found it ok. Fast Car is a great song but the rest of the album meandered along. Probably influential to artists like Lauryn Hill.

Vanishing Point by Primal Scream
Nov 17 2022

Wtf even is this. It's like Bob Dylan does alternative with reggae influences? I didn't find much to like.

Happy Sad by Tim Buckley
Nov 18 2022

Didn't work for me at all - a chore to get through. His voice was ok but I didn't find much else to enjoy.

Surf's Up by The Beach Boys
Nov 21 2022

Somewhat interesting, political and serious album while also being melodic and experimental. Some tracks aren't as strong.

Goo by Sonic Youth
Nov 22 2022

Felt like a lot of duds and a couple hits. Overall liked the vibe but wasn't into the melodies.

Young Americans by David Bowie
Nov 23 2022

I really liked this album. It may be heavily influenced by real soul and r&b artists but I still found Bowie's interpretation technically excellent. The Beatles cover was a weak point in an otherwise strong album.

3 Feet High and Rising by De La Soul
Nov 24 2022

Very playful old school rap album. The fun is infectious. Found it to be a bit too much skit but I did really like all the music tracks. Eye Know is a masterpiece.

Berlin by Lou Reed
Dec 15 2022

I liked "How Do You Think It Feels". But the rest of the album felt unremarkable.

Connected by Stereo MC's
Dec 16 2022

Some tracks were a pretty nice groove but that's about it. All tracks settled into a similar tempo and feel.

Superunknown by Soundgarden
Dec 19 2022

Overall a solid above-average rock album. Black Hole Sun and Spoonman are big hitters. A couple stinkers but carried by the hits.

Fleet Foxes by Fleet Foxes
Dec 20 2022

I remember this album getting crazy amounts of hype back in the day. I thought it was solid and well-produced, short and sweet. But not really my style. Pleasant but somewhat uninteresting.

Two Dancers by Wild Beasts
Dec 21 2022

A bit experimental pop music. I didn't find much memorable about it.

Devil Without A Cause by Kid Rock
Mar 20 2023

I think it gets a slightly biased negative review based on recent behavior of Kid Rock. But regardless, not much at all to like about this album. The nu-metal rap is somewhat inventive. I didn't find any of the tracks catchy and all the lyrics were moronic.

Mar 21 2023

Felt it was pretty good but somewhat forgettable. Overall pleasant alt rock, catchy but not addictive. Low 3.

Maxinquaye by Tricky
Mar 22 2023

Complex, needs another listen. A lot going on and a lot to like. Even when it feels distracted, it keeps the dark/dreamy vibe. Initial impression was unsure but it really grew on me.

Time Out by The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Mar 23 2023

For any jazz fan it's a masterpiece. No "Take Five" jokes here. Brubeck's piano alone is worth the rating, plus you get odd time signatures, Desmond's alto, and the precise mix of it all.

Neon Bible by Arcade Fire
Mar 24 2023

I found it pretty enjoyable but not revolutionary. Definitely captures a certain alt/indie vibe.

Blonde On Blonde by Bob Dylan
Mar 27 2023

I guess this is supposed to be Dylan's opus? I generally like Dylan but found this almost a chore to get through. This is the fifth I've reviewed in the first 200 albums. I didn't find this to be remarkably different than his other albums.

Hounds Of Love by Kate Bush
Mar 28 2023

Not exactly sure how to describe this, but ended up really liking this. Track one had a recent resurgence due to Stranger Things but it still carries its own. The rest of the album continued the dark dreamland piano and powerful vocals. Will definitely revisit.

Kollaps by Einstürzende Neubauten
Mar 29 2023

I just ... didn't quite get it. I wanted to understand it better. Did this lead to Rammstein or something? At the end of the album it was hard to hear more than industrial banging and German yelling. Barely 2 star.

Arc Of A Diver by Steve Winwood
Mar 30 2023

Overall it was boring but fine. It didn't seem to age well - just sounds like a relic of the 80s. A few cool synth riffs but overall just disappointing.

Hail To the Thief by Radiohead
Mar 31 2023

High quality album overall, one I haven't visited in several years. Go To Sleep is a highlight for me. I still love the haunting feel and Thom Yorke's voice.

Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stones
Apr 03 2023

Overall pretty strong album. Very bluesy at times. Brown Sugar lyrics are pretty dated but the groove is good. Have it on vinyl and will listen again.

Blood On The Tracks by Bob Dylan
Apr 04 2023

An unbelievable 6th Dylan album in my first 200 reviews. I do actually like this one and have it on vinyl. The songs are all melodic without cranking up the "Dylan voice" too hard.

Queens of the Stone Age by Queens Of The Stone Age
Apr 14 2023

Pretty solid debut album. Gritty and raw, but enough hard rock riffs to get the job done. Not a masterpiece but enjoyable.

Band On The Run by Paul McCartney and Wings
Apr 17 2023

Found it mostly different to The Beatles aside from a few similarities. I found it pretty enjoyable, especially Let Me Roll It. Strong 3 stars, nearly 4.

Sound Affects by The Jam
Apr 18 2023

Pretty short and not much that stands out. Felt like pretty run-of-the-mill English rock.

Pink Moon by Nick Drake
Apr 19 2023

Had no idea going in what this was or what to expect but I found it amazing. A raw, emotional portrait of a troubled man. Short and powerful.

Apr 20 2023

A short and fairly pleasant album, but very middle-of-the-road. Though much better than modern pop-country albums, I felt it paled next to the Johnny Cash and Loretta Lynn that I have listened to earlier on this list.

Yeezus by Kanye West
Apr 21 2023

It seems many reviews are skewed by recent behavior of Kanye. I felt then (and now) that this was some of Kanye's best work. The minimalist/industrial vibes work well with the incredible samples (typical of Kanye). He makes some good social commentary hidden between some misogyny. Torn but I think it just squeaks by with a 4.

xx by The xx
Apr 24 2023

I have listened a few times in the past but on re-listen it was pretty boring. Standard indie-pop with ok melodies but not much more.

Sunday At The Village Vanguard by Bill Evans Trio
Apr 25 2023

Pretty timeless jazz album, easy listening for those who think they don't like jazz. Really enjoyed hearing audience noise in the background. Quality bass and drums. Need several more listens to fully appreciate.

Bookends by Simon & Garfunkel
May 11 2023

Short album, surprised to hear a number of skits. The hits are there - particularly Mrs. Robinson, but overall the compilation was a solid 3 stars. I guess one of their more daring concept albums, but not my favorite.

Pictures At An Exhibition by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
May 12 2023

I guess it was pretty fun but I thought I would like it more. It had some mood shifts but was mostly following the classical tone. Would have liked it to be either more experimental or more technical, but it ended up a weird mix of the two.

Melody A.M. by Röyksopp
May 15 2023

Non-offensive but rather generic electronic music. I did like Eple, but found the rest somewhat forgettable.

Fulfillingness' First Finale by Stevie Wonder
May 16 2023

Very solid showing, easy 4 stars. Very smooth and funky, melodic and not jarring. Short and sweet, classic Stevie Wonder.

May 17 2023

Honestly pretty good, I liked it better than I expected though still found it to drag on a bit. I remember listening to Clocks a bunch back in the day. Overall the album felt well-polished but not very ambitious.

Fifth Dimension by The Byrds
May 18 2023

Another Byrds album? Wiki says it was influential for psychedelic rock, but I found it forgettable.

Vol. 4 by Black Sabbath
May 19 2023

Already knew it was a 5 when it hit my list. All-around slugger of heavy metal, I also really enjoy Changes and the other slower bits. All power and clocks in under 45 minutes. Near perfect.

Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness by The Smashing Pumpkins
May 22 2023

Overall I really liked it. Thought it dragged on a little long and had a few stinkers near the end. But otherwise was very close to a 5 star.

Paul's Boutique by Beastie Boys
May 23 2023

While I do think it's pretty influential it's not my particular preference of hip hop. The samples are really incredible in some areas, but the shouting gets tiresome and seems to cover up their lack of versatility in delivering lyrics.

Spiderland by Slint
Jun 08 2023

Enjoyable and somewhat interesting. I liked the spoken word and time signatures. Overall a strong 3. First track is a favorite.

Vespertine by Björk
Jun 09 2023

It was very weird in an interesting way. But the melodies were too abstract. Lyrics are also not singable so I don't find much to enjoy in this album.

Out Of The Blue by Electric Light Orchestra
Jun 12 2023

Enjoyable but pretty middle-of-the-pack. A few nice melodies and harmonies but nothing particularly stands out as remarkable.

Rocks by Aerosmith
Jun 15 2023

Pretty sub-par rock. Somehow no hits on this album? Another review mentioned this bridges the gap between heavy metal and hair metal. But it falls flat for me.

Brown Sugar by D'Angelo
Oct 24 2023

Not a huge fan of R&B but found this pretty nice. Good voice and rhythms. Started to drag toward the end. Solid album but not my cup of tea.

Oct 25 2023

Nearly perfect punk album, I own and love it. Overly sarcastic lyrics, delivered in Jello's signature tone. Simple guitar riffs, barely 30 minutes, *chef's kiss*

Dookie by Green Day
Oct 31 2023

Love this album. Simple and effective, captures a mood.

Traffic by Traffic
Mar 28 2024

Overall pretty forgettable. Some interesting rock grooves with organ.

Rock 'N Soul by Solomon Burke
Apr 01 2024

Excellent voice, enjoyable soul album, a bit monotonous

Tidal by Fiona Apple
Apr 02 2024

Doesn't resonate with me. Seemed like ok 90s pop.

The Fat Of The Land by The Prodigy
Apr 03 2024

First few tracks were ok and then it became obvious they are all the same. Didn't really resonate with me. Great album art though.

Apr 04 2024

I found it hard to enjoy anything on this album. Felt very boring, with some good spots here and there but spread way too thin. Not a fan of concept albums.

Doolittle by Pixies
Jan 13 2025

Overall found it OK. Pretty dad rock. Nothing stood out too strongly to me.

We Are Family by Sister Sledge
Jan 14 2025

Pretty enjoyable and funky. Strong grooves.

Shleep by Robert Wyatt
Jan 15 2025

Garbage pretentious art. It had a few good moments that keep it at 2 stars. Hard to enjoy.

Leftism by Leftfield
Jan 16 2025

Another pretty boring electronic album. I could see a couple tracks in a club environment. Not worth the list in my opinion.

Solid Air by John Martyn
Jan 17 2025

If this had some deeper value to it, it went over my head. Overall found it very boring. Like some of the blues songs, but felt mostly like meandering experimental tracks. Raspy voice. Not much that I enjoy.

Jan 13 2026

A couple hits up front carry the album. Overall pretty good

Rubber Soul by Beatles
Jan 14 2026

Great album for me, several hits and no filler between either.

New Forms by Roni Size
Jan 15 2026

Fairly boring and repetitive drum/bass beats throughout. Seemed like lame rave stuff. Production sounds bad.

Dig Me Out by Sleater-Kinney
Jan 16 2026

I wanted to like this but it didn't check enough boxes for me. Sort of punk, sort of grunge, sort of indie? I didn't like the vocals even though the lyrics are good. Musically not as catchy as Veruca Salt.

Blackstar by David Bowie
Jan 19 2026

Interesting, very abstract. Not as melodic as Ziggy Stardust. Released just before his death?

Machine Head by Deep Purple
Jan 20 2026

Solid dad rock. I know it's overplayed but Smoke on the Water still goes. I grew up with the CD and I still rate it high.

Call of the Valley by Shivkumar Sharma
Jan 21 2026

Enjoyed it a good bit actually. Ethereal and haunting, chill.

Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins
Jan 22 2026

Classic 90s alt/grunge. I love Cherub Rock from Guitar Hero (lol). The rest of the album holds up and production sounds great. Interesting reading the backstory behind it, Corgan really is a piece of work. But you can't argue with the results.

Thriller by Michael Jackson
Jan 26 2026

It's honestly ridiculous that Wanna Be Startin Somethin, Thriller, Beat It, Billie Jean, and PYT are all on this album. I thought for a while about whether this deserves 5 stars. Ultimately I think this is probably the benchmark for a pop album and still sounds amazing 40+ years later. Timeless.

Blunderbuss by Jack White
Jan 27 2026

I actually really like this album. Lots of different guitar tones from Jack. Some slow and fast songs, mellow and chaotic.

Dummy by Portishead
Jan 28 2026

Quite liked this. Have heard Roads before, song is 10/10. Overall album was haunting, melodic, atmospheric, very cool.

The Band by The Band
Jan 29 2026

Felt more like bland dad rock to me. Nothing stood out before as unique. Just not a lot to either like or hate.

Mar 10 2026

It actually is pretty cool electronic. Does it Destroy Rock and Roll? Absolutely not haha. At times it takes itself way too seriously like "now THIS is art". Aside from that I enjoyed it.

Nebraska by Bruce Springsteen
Mar 16 2026

I don't know, I didn't think hardly anything about this album. It sounded like one long continuous song in the background and had nothing good to mention.

Kid A by Radiohead
Mar 19 2026

I quite like this. Mellow and sad. Track one is 5 stars. I enjoy the experimental journey.

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