Sep 13 2021
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Endtroducing.....
DJ Shadow
4
Sep 14 2021
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Buena Vista Social Club
Buena Vista Social Club
3
Sep 15 2021
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Brothers In Arms
Dire Straits
4
Sep 16 2021
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Eliminator
ZZ Top
2
Sep 17 2021
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Rain Dogs
Tom Waits
4
Sep 18 2021
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The Stone Roses
The Stone Roses
5
Sep 19 2021
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The Undertones
The Undertones
3
Sep 20 2021
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The White Album
Beatles
5
Sep 21 2021
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Ramones
Ramones
3
Sep 22 2021
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Nick Of Time
Bonnie Raitt
5
Sep 23 2021
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Ritual De Lo Habitual
Jane's Addiction
4
Sep 24 2021
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When I Was Born For The 7th Time
Cornershop
5
Sep 25 2021
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The La's
The La's
4
Sep 26 2021
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Vincebus Eruptum
Blue Cheer
2
Sep 27 2021
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Electric Prunes
The Electric Prunes
3
Sep 28 2021
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Bad
Michael Jackson
4
Sep 29 2021
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Virgin Suicides
Air
4
Sep 30 2021
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Guitar Town
Steve Earle
3
Oct 01 2021
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Bringing It All Back Home
Bob Dylan
5
Oct 02 2021
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All Mod Cons
The Jam
3
Oct 03 2021
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Scream, Dracula, Scream
Rocket From The Crypt
3
Oct 04 2021
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Master Of Puppets
Metallica
4
Oct 05 2021
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Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters
4
Oct 06 2021
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John Prine
John Prine
4
Oct 07 2021
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Hearts And Bones
Paul Simon
Yep!
5
Oct 08 2021
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Paranoid
Black Sabbath
Hmmm… Have I discovered a little metal head living inside my skin???
I suppose I am still exploring this possibility, but I did find this album quite enjoyable. And, I was told there would be more Satan.
4
Oct 09 2021
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Halcyon Digest
Deerhunter
Not unpleasant sounding, but rather meh for me. A couple of moments where my ears perked up, but overall, it kind of just sounded like background music even when I was focusing only on listening.
3
Oct 10 2021
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Reign In Blood
Slayer
Wow, this may be the greatest thrash metal album ever composed!
…
But, my ear holes say “No!”
1
Oct 11 2021
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Rock 'N Soul
Solomon Burke
It was nice to hear some soul! I think a few songs will make it into my library, but I don’t know about the entire album.
3
Oct 12 2021
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Back To Black
Amy Winehouse
Absolutely!!
5
Oct 13 2021
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Buenas Noches From A Lonely Room
Dwight Yoakam
I like the honky tonk music sound, but not much else, except maybe Buck Owens.
3
Oct 14 2021
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Fromohio
fIREHOSE
Some catchy moments, but then I’d lose interest.
3
Oct 15 2021
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Rust In Peace
Megadeth
Although I can appreciate the skill required for these musicians to perform this music, it is not an album that I want to sit back and listen to. The variation in tempos and melodies was nice, but I am not in love with the album…I don’t think that we can even be friends.
2
Oct 16 2021
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The Hour Of Bewilderbeast
Badly Drawn Boy
The lead in cello and French horn put me under its spell!
I really enjoyed the melodies and will add this to my listening library at least for the short term. Not sure it is a forever-love yet.
5
Oct 17 2021
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Jagged Little Pill
Alanis Morissette
I have been a fan of this album since its release and I still am!
5
Oct 18 2021
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Happy Sad
Tim Buckley
When the album started, I thought that it had a smooth, cool vibe that I would enjoy…and I did…but not a lot…especially not the slower songs in the middle.
I would not be opposed to someone else playing this while I was in earshot, but I don’t see me digging out this album to play again.
3
Oct 19 2021
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Daydream Nation
Sonic Youth
I think of Sonic Youth as a band that the kool kids were into. I get it, there is a lot of fun in the driving tempos and guitar work. I found myself enjoying quite a bit of the album…but not all of it.
Perhaps it is my lack of youth, but the extended instrumental breaks and noise solos were a turn off for me.
3
Oct 20 2021
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Peggy Suicide
Julian Cope
I enjoyed some of the songs…mostly the ones with funky bass lines. The album did seem long though.
I could see maybe listening to this in the background as I was working, but I already have a stack of such albums for that purpose that I enjoy more.
3
Oct 21 2021
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Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge
Mudhoney
Lots of energy. I would guess that they’d put on a rambunctious live show. For just listening, I was not all that captivated though.
2
Oct 22 2021
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Spiderland
Slint
Hmmm…I don’t know…I kind of appreciated the moodiness of the instrumental music, but the vocals did not capture me at all.
3
Oct 23 2021
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Debut
Björk
I have very limited familiarity with the music of Björk. This was a real treat!
The variety of musical styles made for a very interesting and fun listening experience!
5
Oct 24 2021
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Hounds Of Love
Kate Bush
I had never listened to a Kate Bush album before now. I knew a couple of her hits from radio play, but I didn't ever really have an interest in her beyond that.
I am glad that this project has brought her back to my attention. I enjoyed the album. It seemed full of drama to me...almost theatrical with the variety of sounds.
5
Oct 25 2021
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Haunted Dancehall
The Sabres Of Paradise
As I started listening to the album, I thought "Cool, a new album to add to my list for listening while working!" Instrumental music with a lite dance beat can work well for me in that setting.
As I continued to listen, I became more and more irritated (as did my dog) by metallic tinniness within many of the compositions that felt more like noise than an enhancement to the tune. By the end, I was at a "probably not" with regards to keeping it in my library.
3
Oct 26 2021
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(Pronounced 'Leh-'Nérd 'Skin-'Nérd)
Lynyrd Skynyrd
I don't think that I have ever (knowingly) listened to an entire Lynyrd Skynyrd album, and it wasn't terrible. I found myself dancing a bit to even some of the songs I didn't know, and I appreciated the bluesy-essence sprinkled throughout.
Overall, the album didn't excite me enough to want to add it to my library though.
3
Oct 27 2021
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Red Dirt Girl
Emmylou Harris
The songs and Emmylou's voice are pretty. There isn't necessarily much variety in style or tempo from song to song, but they are nice to listen to.
4
Oct 28 2021
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Trans Europe Express
Kraftwerk
The music was curious and amusing for me. It works as an album to work by.
4
Oct 29 2021
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Frampton Comes Alive
Peter Frampton
That was fun!
Penny for Your Thoughts made me so happy!
4
Oct 30 2021
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The Visitors
ABBA
I am a fan of ABBA, and I wasn't actually familiar with this album. I loved it...A LOT!
5
Oct 31 2021
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Live 1966 (The Royal Albert Hall Concert)
Bob Dylan
I am a fan of some of Bob Dylan’s albums. I didn’t know this one, and I don’t think that I will be adding it to my library.
The acoustic set had me at times mumbling “oh…no” and “please, no more” with some of the Dylan droning and harmonica breaks. Once the band joined, it was a bit more enjoyable.
3
Nov 01 2021
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Rejoicing In The Hands
Devendra Banhart
I am not positive that I am a fan, but I am going to keep the album in my library at least for a few more listens.
There were definitely moments I really enjoyed and others where the music was just there.
4
Nov 02 2021
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Dummy
Portishead
I recall having heard of Portishead, but that was about it. At the start of the first song, I thought, "Oh, yes! I am going to love this!" Well, as it turns out, I mostly did.
There were times I was hoping that there would be at least a slight shift in mood and tempo, but that is not what this album had in store for me. Instead I sat there in the groove craving a swanky smoked whiskey cocktail served over a single large iceball.
4
Nov 03 2021
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Snivilisation
Orbital
This upbeat electronic music wasn't bad. I wasn't over the moon about the album, but I found myself bouncing to the beat through much of it.
3
Nov 04 2021
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Teenager Of The Year
Frank Black
I remember having friends that were fans of Frank Black back in the 90s...but this is my first exposure to the music. It was not what I expected...it was punkish then I had imagined.
The album was fine. It started to grow on me after a couple of listens, but not enough to want the entire album. I did love a couple of the songs though. In particular, Fiddle Riddle really pleased me.
3
Nov 05 2021
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Illmatic
Nas
I have some familiarity with Nas, but for most of this album, I was a first time listener. I was excited to see a classic hip hop album show up, and I am happy to now be familiar with the studio debut of Nas.
I appreciate the artistry of storytelling and rhythm of delivery that Nas has. I also enjoy the musical mixes and beats backing the lyrics. It's good.
4
Nov 06 2021
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Be
Common
Cool and smooth.
Common's style on this album is easy to listen to. My favorite was The Corner with some other tracks very pleasing.
4
Nov 07 2021
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Ladies And Gentlemen We Are Floating In Space
Spiritualized
So, I didn’t get a chance to give this one multiple listens as I prefer for albums with which I am unfamiliar. From my first listen…I didn’t get it.
It started out decent, but then kind of just became white noise…until each tune seemed to turn into actual noise.
2
Nov 08 2021
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Bitte Orca
Dirty Projectors
I listened a few times and still couldn’t really get into it. There is a peculiar nature to the compositions that I thought repeated listening might make me better see the beauty. However, I still only found the album as something that I can tolerate, not really like.
3
Nov 09 2021
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Kenya
Machito
Just a couple of bars in and I am in love... Big band sound with latin rhythms.
After three listens, I still love this album!
5
Nov 10 2021
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Songs Of Love And Hate
Leonard Cohen
I am not familiar with Leonard Cohen's catalog. I heard a cover of one of his songs done by some friends once and have always thought that I should dig in and examine his work.
Unfortunately, my day today did not lend itself to a focused listen on the lyrics, so I think that I may be missing some of the beauty in his art. I found the music pleasant though and will continue to explore this and other albums in the future.
4
Nov 11 2021
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Revolver
Beatles
I enjoyed this album of the Beatles. That does not surprise me.
5
Nov 12 2021
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White Blood Cells
The White Stripes
I have heard of this group, but I really have never listened to their music before. Although I was not giddy with excitement as I listened, I really did enjoy the album.
I will listen again...and again...
5
Nov 13 2021
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Surf's Up
The Beach Boys
I do love me some Beach Boys and was happy to see one of there albums pop up on the list. I was not familiar with this one.
I was definitely different that the sound that I am familiar with. The music and vocals seemed to lack a richness. I don't know if that was more the production or the compositions. Overall, it was good.
4
Nov 14 2021
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I See A Darkness
Bonnie "Prince" Billy
I started the day with two listens and all that I took away from the experience was a feeling of dread. I was not overly fond.
So, I decided to give it one more listen on my walk in the evening. Maybe it was the fresh air, the beautiful sunset, or the fact that it had grown on me, but I really started to appreciate the simple melodies and melancholy mood that the album elicited. I listened twice on my walk…and halfway through the second listen, I thought “maybe I love this album”. But no, I am not sure that I even like it…I am some what intrigued by it though and suspect that I will crave it again in the future.
4
Nov 15 2021
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The Atomic Mr Basie
Count Basie & His Orchestra
This was a fun big band jazz album! I appreciated the variation in tempos, allowing me moments of dancing and prancing around the house to kicking back and feeling the cool groove.
This won’t be in my regular rotation, but it has a spot in my “to work to” catalog.
4
Nov 16 2021
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Funeral
Arcade Fire
I am sure that I have heard of Arcade Fire, but I cannot quite place what work I know of the band. This album was all new for me.
It was musically interesting. I don't know how often I will actually seek it out for a listen in the future, but it was nice to spend the day with it today.
4
Nov 17 2021
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Teenage Head
Flamin' Groovies
I had never heard of this band and when I started to listen, it was not at all appealing. I checked back a little later in the day and it wasn’t as bad as I first thought.
It’s bluesy-rock, which I don’t mind, but this band’s version of the style seemed rushed with little soulfulness. It just did not grab me at all.
3
Nov 18 2021
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Tracy Chapman
Tracy Chapman
I enjoy Tracy Chapman's sound and poignant lyrics. I've listened to this album before, but I haven't done a complete listen for a very long time.
I have no complaints and could listen again and again.
5
Nov 19 2021
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Jack Takes the Floor
Ramblin' Jack Elliott
With no previous knowledge of Ramblin' Jack, when the first tune started, my first reaction was that this was pretty fun. As the album progressed, it did not hold my attention, however.
There were a few other upbeat moments of interested that grabbed me, including the last tune, but overall I was not all that into it.
3
Nov 20 2021
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Sheer Heart Attack
Queen
First of all, I love Queen!
I had never listened to this album, and now that I have, I love it.
I will admit that I got confused when Freddie was not on lead vocals, but I still enjoyed it.
5
Nov 21 2021
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3 + 3
The Isley Brothers
I loved the smooth 70’s funky groove! I was smiling a lot while listening.
Summer Breeze…come on, what a great version of the song!
5
Nov 22 2021
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Back to Mystery City
Hanoi Rocks
Some rock from the 80s. I wasn’t a big fan of similar music in the 80s and I guess I am still not.
It doesn’t offend my delicate sensibilities, and it doesn’t stand out as something that I will listen to again.
3
Nov 23 2021
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Raising Hell
Run-D.M.C.
I love this album. I have listened to it recently independent of this project.
It full of fun raps and DJing. Nostalgic, yes, but also just fun.
5
Nov 24 2021
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Smokers Delight
Nightmares On Wax
I dig the mood that this album evokes, but it not likely to be one that I would pick out on the regular. It is good background music for work or a hip cocktail party (at least I imagine it might be, as I don’t frequent hip cocktail parties).
I will add this to my library in the hopes that someday I am hip enough to cocktail to these beats.
4
Nov 25 2021
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I’ve Got a Tiger By the Tail
Buck Owens
I am familiar with Buck Owens and some of the tunes on this album. It is some classic country, which I have some appreciation for, but it doesn’t usually thrill me.
I had a job when I was younger where I spent many hours dubbing carts of classic country tunes. I enjoyed the exposure to that generation of music, but it did become boring at times. I think this album caused some flashbacks to those days. Perhaps once in a while I will call up a few of these tunes, but as an album listen, I don’t think so.
3
Nov 26 2021
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Drunk
Thundercat
I am completely unfamiliar with this artist and album. The album cover didn't give the style away either. A smooth, funky jazz vibe revealed itself...a style that has appeal.
I did not find it difficult to listen to, and there were often silly/peculiar lyrics. I am not sure that it is really for me though, because it seemed to just go and on and on...
3
Nov 27 2021
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Since I Left You
The Avalanches
I am not at all familiar with The Avalanches. So, this was a new listening adventure, and I sid enjoy it very much!
There were moments where I felt like I was in a club and moments where I was kicking back to chill…and there were also a couple of moments where I was thinking “What…is…happening, and how can we make it stop?!?” But those moments were not disruptive enough to lessen my ‘love’ rating.
Also, Frontier Psychiatrist is an absolute masterpiece!!
5
Nov 28 2021
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Dare!
The Human League
I am familiar with The Human League, but not this entire album.
This is authentic synth-pop of the 80s. I enjoy being taken back to this time in music from time to time.
4
Nov 29 2021
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Fever To Tell
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
I have heard of the band, but I am not really familiar with their music, and this was my first listen for this album. I imagine that if I had been a fan when I was younger, then I would still be a fan and really be thrilled to have it come up on this list...but I was not, so it was just okay for me.
I did love the tone and style of the the female lead vocals (and the very fact that the lead is female)! I also enjoyed the drive and bass line of many of the tunes. I just couldn't really embrace the fierceness of the punk/garage style. Maybe I am getting too old??
3
Nov 30 2021
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Rocks
Aerosmith
I am familiar with Aerosmith, but not this album. I don't believe that I had heard any tune on the album previously. It did sound like Aerosmith...no surprises...
Although I don't find myself seeking out an Aerosmith album for a listen all that often, there are a some songs that caught my ear and I am likely to revisit the album in the future.
4
Dec 01 2021
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Vento De Maio
Elis Regina
Not familiar with the artist at all. First listen for the album and it was wonderful!!
I found myself dancing and smiling a lot as I listened. So much fun!
5
Dec 02 2021
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Emperor Tomato Ketchup
Stereolab
The name of this group is familiar, but I don't know this album and no tracks on it rang as familiar. It was some very pleasant and charming music.
The tempos are upbeat and melodies looping to provide some "fun to work by" music for me. I am keeping this in my library.
5
Dec 03 2021
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You Want It Darker
Leonard Cohen
I was not familiar with this album, but after Songs of Love and Hate, I have been intrigued with LC. This album did not disappoint.
I didn’t expect the spoken lyrics, but I though that the tone with the accompanying music was beautiful. What a treasure.
5
Dec 04 2021
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Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
Beatles
I am familiar with this album and have listened to it many times during my life.
I loved it then, I love it now, and I will continue to love it in the future.
5
Dec 05 2021
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Truth And Soul
Fishbone
By name, I thought that maybe I had heard of this band before. Once I started listening, I realized that I was familiar with some tracks from this band, but not this album in its entirety. I am a bit ambivalent about it.
The funk-rock style and the kind of cheekiness in their tone would normally appeal to me, but today it just kind of missed the spot. Actually, listening to this album just made me want to seek out something more funky (which I did). I even gave it a couple of listens thinking that maybe it just needs to grow on me...but two listens wasn't enough for the roots to set in. I will try it again on a different day and give it the benefit of the doubt for my rating.
4
Dec 06 2021
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Psychocandy
The Jesus And Mary Chain
I remember hearing of this band in my younger days, and I did recognize the first track on the album. Other than that, it was new territory...and I don't think that I will revisit that territory again.
At first, I thought that I just might like the album. The sound was a little coarse, but not too difficult to listen to. Then it got kind of noisy...more than I like to hear. But I listened a second time, but I liked it even a little less...anxious for it to end so that I could find something else to listen to. I don't think I would storm out of a room if I heard it playing, but I would not choose to listen to the album again.
3
Dec 07 2021
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Odelay
Beck
I am familiar with Beck and this album has been living in my library since it was new in the 90s. I am a fan!
I enjoy the mixing, sampling, and the variety of musical style performed by this artist.
5
Dec 08 2021
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The Black Saint And The Sinner Lady
Charles Mingus
I have certainly heard of Charles Mingus before, but I am not aware of being familiar with any of his music specifically. This is not generally a type of music that I enjoy, and I found this album within my range of listenable.
I found the tracks theatrical. I can imagine dancers on a stage conveying a story as I listen. There were some stretches when I didn't appreciate the sounds of the story, but then it would bring me back. So, I have respect for what is happening on this album, but it won't go on into my everyday-listening rotation.
4
Dec 09 2021
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Remedy
Basement Jaxx
First that I have heard of Basement Jaxx. I enjoyed this album!
Excellent house dance music for my ears and mood today! I had my first listen last night and I liked it, but didn't love it. Today I listened again and loved it! The tracks kept me dancing and wanting more!
Red Alert!!
5
Dec 10 2021
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Abraxas
Santana
I am certainly familiar with Santana, but I have never listened to this (nor any Santana) album before. I was quite pleased with it all.
Honestly, previous to listening to this album, I thought that I didn't like Santana in that way. The occasional song here and there was all I thought that I was interested in. I have changed my mind on that for sure...at least for this album. I will check some other Santana albums out now too.
5
Dec 11 2021
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Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley
I am a fan of Elvis, but I was surprised that I enjoyed this album as much as I did. I guess I didn't expect it to have a good of sound quality and energy.
It was great!
5
Dec 12 2021
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Stardust
Willie Nelson
I am familiar with Willie Nelson. I have never listened to a Willie Nelson album, and I have never even heard of this one. What a surprise I had in store...I love this album.
When I saw Willie Nelson pop up on the list, I wasn't excited. For most of my young life I found Willie's music very off-putting...not just the style of music, but his actual voice. I have matured to a point where I can listen to Willie Nelson, but I can't think of a time where I have ever sought to listen any of his music...but I just couldn't get enough of this album.
The musical arrangements were extraordinary and Willie's delivery very special. It felt so gentle and heartwarming...just plain comforting. I am still stunned at how much I enjoyed listening to the album and I don't know why I ever would have, if not for this listening project! I want more!!
5
Dec 13 2021
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It's Blitz!
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
This is the second Yeah Yeah Yeahs album to be served to me on 1001. I enjoyed this one much more than the first one.
I guess it is the dancier vibe to the album. But, it also could simply be my mood today versus the other day...
4
Dec 14 2021
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Melodrama
Lorde
I am familiar with some of Lorde's music, but this is the first listen of this album for me. I liked it.
From the simple piano to the layered electronics, Lorde’s vocals pair very nicely with the music.
5
Dec 15 2021
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Sex Packets
Digital Underground
I knew Humpty, but for the rest of this album, it was a first. It really grabbed my attention…for a while.
The funky beats with the silly raps are very 90s danceable. I enjoyed the nostalgia of the sound. The bulk of the sexual themes were mostly uninteresting to me, and after a while it felt like it was too drawn out. I connected with many of the samples, and I enjoyed how DU used them…but then I just wanted to go listen to the sources of the samples.
3
Dec 16 2021
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Nixon
Lambchop
I have not heard of Nixon before. So, this was a first listen for Lambchop. It was okay for me.
There was nothing offensive to me, but there was also nothing all that interesting for me. There were a few moments when my ears perked to a catchy musical lick only to have the entire composition just fade into the background.
3
Dec 17 2021
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Stories From The City, Stories From The Sea
PJ Harvey
I’ve heard of PJ Harvey, but this is my first listen to an album. It was good.
The music and vocals were more impressive to me than the lyrics…maybe I need to listen more carefully.
3
Dec 18 2021
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Five Leaves Left
Nick Drake
A very good friend introduced me to Nick Drake some years ago, not this album, but I have more recently become familiar with this album. I am a fan.
There is something about the melancholy sound that really pulls me in. The lyrics are poetic. I will listen to this album again and again in the future.
5
Dec 19 2021
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Songs The Lord Taught Us
The Cramps
I have heard of this band, but this is the first listen of the album. On my first listen, I thought it was rather fun.
The rockabilly on overdrive had me bopping and I guess the lyrics were ghoulish (or goofy). After a while though, the tracks seemed to blend together. So, although it was kinda a party time, I can’t see myself ever seeking the album out to listen again.
Ending with “Fever” was certainly a change of pace, and I did like The Cramps spin on that tune.
3
Dec 20 2021
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Appetite For Destruction
Guns N' Roses
I was never a big fan of Guns N' Roses...I found their rock a little hard for my tastes. Even so, I don't know how I never listened to this album before.
Listening now, I don't know what all my fuss was about...there is nothing that extreme here. The tracks are quite listenable, although I doubt I will listen all that often.
4
Dec 21 2021
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Brothers
The Black Keys
I have heard of The Black Keys, but I couldn't have told you anything about their music. This was my first listen for this album. It was good, but a little irritating.
The bluesy-rock was fun. I got in the groove and could dig what was happening. After 4 or 5 tracks though, the distortion permeating their sound started to become distracting and irritating. For that reason, I think I am more of a fan of listening to an isolated tune or two rather than a full album.
3
Dec 22 2021
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I Against I
Bad Brains
I have never heard of Bad Brains before. I ended up listening to this album a few times...mostly because it was short and my settings have me on auto-repeat. After 4 or so listens, I thought it wasn't the worst thing, but there is not much there for me...at least nothing to bring me back to the album again.
3
Dec 23 2021
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Dear Science
TV On The Radio
I know nothing of TV On The Radio or this album. I enjoyed being introduced to both.
The indie rock vibe with a funk element made for a different and interesting sound. Sometimes I was kind of dancing and other times I was just chilling. I did not fall in love with all the tracks, but I also didn't feel compelled to skip over any.
4
Dec 24 2021
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Violator
Depeche Mode
Sure, I know Depeche Mode, but I had never listened to this album. I loved it all.
I really dig the sound of the electronic music and vocals of this group. It is also a nostalgic sound for me that I think attracts me the most as I listen to it today. It's a keeper for my library.
5
Dec 25 2021
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Pornography
The Cure
I know The Cure and some songs, but was a first listen for this album. It was okay and kinda what I expected.
I was never a fan of The Cure, and this album hasn’t changed my opinion on that. A sprinkle here or there for seasoning, but a full album of the depressing look is not something I am inclined to invest my time in.
2
Dec 26 2021
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A Christmas Gift For You From Phil Spector
Various Artists
Merry Christmas!
It was a Christmas album with some good versions of some traditional songs. How fortunate to have the 1001 gods put it on our plates on Christmas Day. Even so, it was nice for a listen, but not anything overly exciting for me.
I imagine that the “Phil Spector” label in the name of the album may be off-putting for some, as it was a bit for me…
3
Dec 27 2021
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Lazer Guided Melodies
Spiritualized
I previous encountered Spiritualized on the 1001 menu. This album seemed a bit more palatable for me than the first I heard here, but this one is still not anything that will need to revisit in the future.
On the first listen, it was okay, just kind of an easy-listening feel, but nothing really grabbed my attention. On the second, I thought that maybe I could like the album. Then I went again, and I started to get irritated by some of the tracks...so, that's probably all I need from Lazer Guided Melodies in my life...but honestly, if it were playing in the background somewhere, I probably wouldn't even notice it.
3
Dec 28 2021
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Low-Life
New Order
Yeah, I like New Order, but I didn’t know this album. It was good, but maybe a little less dancy than I expected.
Apparently this was the first album with the identity as “dance”. I didn’t know any of the tracks, but could hear hints of some of the tracks I do know. There are some catchy musical moments in these early works.
4
Dec 29 2021
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Pretzel Logic
Steely Dan
I know of Steely Dan, but the only album that I have ever listened to of theirs is a greatest hits compilation. I actually didn't think that I really was that big of a fan, but I really enjoyed this album.
5
Dec 30 2021
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Talking With the Taxman About Poetry
Billy Bragg
Apparently I have heard of Billy Bragg before, but I didn't remember, and I certainly had never listened to this album. It was definitely worth the time.
Although after my first listen I wasn't certain that this was for me, I did appreciate the album for the musical interest and the lyrical depth. After a second listen, I liked it more.
4
Dec 31 2021
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Too Rye Ay
Dexys Midnight Runners
Other than Come On Eileen, I knew nothing of this album. It was good.
The few tracks really appealed to me. I thought that I would really love this album. The instrumentation and vocals were excellent. Then as the album neared the end, the tracks were not as appealing and I found them difficult to listen to. The final Come On Eileen track was a rally back to my good side, but overall the album did slip to a 4 by the end.
4
Jan 01 2022
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Face to Face
The Kinks
I have heard of The Kinks, but did not know this album. It was not what I expected at all, but I very much enjoyed it.
The album had a sound similar to British bands of that era. Out of the context of the album, I would not have guessed that the band was The Kinks…sounded like other British Invasion bands.
5
Jan 02 2022
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Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1
George Michael
I love this album, although I became most familiar with it years after its release.
There are a couple of dance-tracks, but for the most part it is a serious album. The melodies really draw me in and make me want to listen over and over.
5
Jan 03 2022
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Songs Of Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen
I have definitely become more familiar with Leonard Cohen through this 1001 project. I had never listened to this album, although I was familiar with a couple of the songs.
I like the album fine, but I found that the tracks lack variety...maybe even hearing similar musical themes on later albums. So, I tended not to love the album.
4
Jan 04 2022
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A Night At The Opera
Queen
I have said it before and I may say it again...I love Queen! This is an excellent album!
There is so much of musical interest to my ears. The variety of musical styles and instrumentation is lovely.
5
Jan 05 2022
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Very
Pet Shop Boys
I wasn’t a big enough fan of Pet Shop Boys to invest time or money in an album way back when. I now know that I really missed out. This is a great album.
So bright sounding and 90’s dance-y. It was a blast to listen to today!!! Also, I love the orange cover!
5
Jan 06 2022
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Smile
Brian Wilson
I have heard of this album and even had added it to my library a while back, as I was curious about it. Today was my first listen, however. I am glad I have finally taken the time to explore it!
The album was not an assembly of singles, but rather a musical event meant to be experienced in it entirety. The recurring musical themes and deliberately designed transitions make the album more of a work of art...one that I can appreciate.
I will say that for some of the tracks where I am already familiar with the versions from The Beach Boys, I was not always thrilled. However, as an overall album, I can totally dig it!
5
Jan 07 2022
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Vol. 4
Black Sabbath
Although I did not enjoy this Black Sabbath album as much as the first on our 1001 journey, it wasn’t bad at all.
It’s heavy, but not too hard, still quite listenable for me with variety in melodies and tempos. I doubt that I will have the urge to go back for a full album listen in the future though.
3
Jan 08 2022
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Africa Brasil
Jorge Ben Jor
This was again something that I had never heard of, and I had a heck of a lot of fun listening to it.
Funky with a vibe of the seventies.
4
Jan 09 2022
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Metallica
Metallica
I have this album in my library. I have been familiar with it since the early 90s. When I wanted to listen to some metal, this was pretty much it for me, as it seemed somehow more accessible than other metal that I had heard.
It was great to revisit the album, because it had been ages and ages since I had given it a listen. I just don't often get much of a craving for metal.
4
Jan 10 2022
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Eli And The Thirteenth Confession
Laura Nyro
I have heard of Laura Nyro in reference as an influence of other artists, but don’t recall ever hearing her work before. I will admit that it was not love at first listen…and I was surprised.
The voice is beautiful, but the multiple changes within a single track did not set well with some listlessness that I was experiencing yesterday. I was aware that it was not her, it was me. So, I came back to it today and have enjoyed the experience much more.
4
Jan 11 2022
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Led Zeppelin
Led Zeppelin
Led Zeppelin!! I was not a fan until I hit college, maybe even grad school, but I am now. I loved the album, although I had never listened to it previous to today...mostly I have compilations.
The bluesy-rock can really hit the spot and the seductive vocals of Robert Plant just embraced me and made me feel at home.
5
Jan 12 2022
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Brilliant Corners
Thelonious Monk
I have heard of Thelonious Monk, but have never listened to an album. What a treat!
Honestly, the first few bars of the first track had me concerned that I would be in for a bumpy jazz ride. But shortly into the album I realized that my first impression was incorrect and it was smooth jazz sailing after that. I found myself tapping my foot and bopping my head and imagining sitting in a dimly-lit (smoke-free for my comfort) jazz club enjoying a martini or a single malt whiskey. Just a delight!!
5
Jan 13 2022
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Live At The Star Club, Hamburg
Jerry Lee Lewis
I have heard of Jerry Lee Lewis, but I have never been a fan. The album was okay.
It was some energetic early rock-n-roll. I am sure there was crazy dancing and partying in the place. Just not enough in the music to make it not sound like Jerry Lee Lewis.
3
Jan 14 2022
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Quiet Life
Japan
I don’t know if I have heard of Japan before or not…maybe…but I have definitely never listened to an album. Not likely to dig this one out to listen again.
I was confused at what band I was listening to. Wait, is this Duran Duran on a couple of tracks…maybe Depeche Mode on another. The album did not capture my attention, in any case. I was often bored.
I guess that none of the tracks made much of an impression on me…forgetting the tune just after it ended. In fact, I was listening to a version of the album with some bonus single-versions of one of the tracks and when I got to them I paused and thought, “This song is familiar. Where have I heard it before?” Turns out that I had heard it just a couple of track earlier on the album… Thankfully I wasn’t being quizzed on what I had been listening to.
3
Jan 15 2022
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Modern Life Is Rubbish
Blur
I'm not familiar with Blur and after a couple of listens, I guess I like the album enough to keep around for future listens.
I guess there is no question that it is Brit pop music here. The tracks had a quaint and non-offensive tone for me. I wasn't really head-over-heels for any track, but the album had me bopping my head enough to end up with a like.
4
Jan 16 2022
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Slanted And Enchanted
Pavement
Pavement was another new band for me, and this album did not connect with me at all.
On the first listen, I really didn’t like anything…it kinda of grated on my nerves. But I always like to give a new-to-me album at least a couple of shots to reach me, so I tried again…this time with earbuds. The second listen was better…less grating. That meant another listen to figure out exactly where this album would rate. The third listen was worse than the first. All I could really hear for most of the album was noisy guitar and it wasn’t appealing to me at all.
I was trying, and Pavement was really trying and trying and trying…if you get my drift…but my only response to that was, “You are very trying!”
2
Jan 17 2022
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Olympia 64
Jacques Brel
Not familiar with this artist at all. This project is bringing such excellent opportunities to my ears.
Although I cannot translate the meaning and it is quite possible that Jacques is singing about mundane tasks of life, his voice and style are filled with passion. It was quite a pleasant listen, but this is not for me as far as an addition to my library, so it sits at a 3.
3
Jan 18 2022
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Dry
PJ Harvey
Having listened to a PJ Harvey album earlier in the project, I had some idea of what to expect. I enjoyed rockin’ to this one.
Not every track was a home run for me, but as an album I thought it flowed very nicely.
4
Jan 19 2022
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Heaux Tales
Jazmine Sullivan
This was another new one for me and I was intrigued.
It was raw yet smooth to me. At moments it was a challenge for me because it was a truth so far from mine, but I really appreciated the album experience.
5
Jan 20 2022
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Bluesbreakers
John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
Not familiar with John Mayall & the Blues Breakers, but they sounded like what I would expect from the look and name, I suppose.
It was a decent listening experience and I found some moments of joy and some moments of boredom. Overall, not particularly special for me. I could see enjoying listening to a live band in a bar playing this style music, but I don't think I have enough fondness to keep in my library.
3
Jan 21 2022
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Dub Housing
Pere Ubu
This is another new one for me, and it is a hard “no thank you, please” at this time.
As I listened, there would be moments that I thought that I could get into this album, and then it would turn on me. If I were hanging out in someone’s dorm room and they put this on, then I think that I would excuse myself to return on a different day.
1
Jan 22 2022
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Bright Flight
Silver Jews
Never heard of Silver Jews. This
Was an interesting album.
Twangy, but not country. It was a little tough to warm up to, but it eventually won me over to liking it with its simplicity, I guess. Not an everyday listen, but I am sure it is something that will kind of haunt me into waiting to hear it again.
4
Jan 23 2022
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Peace Sells...But Who's Buying
Megadeth
This is not the first Megadeth album that I have listened to, but this was the first listen for this album. I didn’t discover anything new about Megadeth with this album.
Lots of fast guitar runs and rapid drum beats, then some yell-fashioned lyrics and there you have it. Just not for me really…and I spent the day on a home project pouring some concrete and my back is sore, so I am hard to impress right now.
2
Jan 24 2022
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The Healer
John Lee Hooker
I went to the Church of Blues today, and it was healing.
4
Jan 25 2022
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Here's Little Richard
Little Richard
My previous experiences with Little Richard is that I can enjoy him only
In little doses. I enjoyed this entire album.
5
Jan 26 2022
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Walking Wounded
Everything But The Girl
I really enjoy the Everything But The Girl tracks that I already know, and always intended to expand my library...so glad that 1001 compelled me to do that today.
This album's tracks have that electronic, dance style is what I know (and like) from EBTG. So, I enjoyed the groove throughout the day.
4
Jan 27 2022
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Brown Sugar
D'Angelo
I have heard the name D'Angelo...maybe even a track or two, but I didn't really know this album at all. It was a smooth soulful ride that I enjoyed.
The album has that sexy R&B feel with some funk sprinkled in. It sounds like what an album titled "Brown Sugar" should to me.
3
Jan 28 2022
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Exit Planet Dust
The Chemical Brothers
I was excited to see The Chemical Brothers pop up on the rotation. I am familiar with this duo in association with other artists of the style music, but didn’t know the album. It definitely lived up to my expectations. I loved it.
5
Jan 29 2022
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Crime Of The Century
Supertramp
Supertramp!
5
Jan 30 2022
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Rising Above Bedlam
Jah Wobble's Invaders Of The Heart
When the first track started I thought this would be an album that I could really like. Then the lyrics/vocals came in and it brought it down a notch on the like-scale.
It was just okay for me.
3
Jan 31 2022
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Lost In The Dream
The War On Drugs
When the album first started, it seemed to be a very familiar sound to me...although I don't think I have ever heard of the album nor artist. That familiarity was kind of comforting.
Then as I listened a second and third time, it became less and less meaningful...kind of just bland. If I hear any tracks from the album in the future, there is a good chance that I may not even notice it in the background. I think I will have a response like "Meh, I think I have heard this before, but I don't think I really care..."
3
Feb 01 2022
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Horses
Patti Smith
That was rockin’! I dug it! I thought it would be more noisy, for some reason, but it was great as it was.
5
Feb 02 2022
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Fuzzy Logic
Super Furry Animals
Well, I was not familiar with the group or album, but they have a familiar style...it's rock-ish but with up-beat and catchy melodies sprinkled in...kinda fun.
I think that had I heard this album when originally released, then I would have been more of a fan. That is when I discovered some other artists of this ilk that I loved and still do. Maybe I am just past adopting more of this style in my love-library. It was fine, just not something that I want to hold on to.
3
Feb 03 2022
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Fear Of Music
Talking Heads
Great! I didn't know this album from Talking Heads, but I loved it!!
5
Feb 04 2022
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Unhalfbricking
Fairport Convention
I was interested but skeptical about this album…as sometimes folk-rock doesn’t hit the spot for me. Turns out that I really enjoyed this one though.
I thought the vocals were beautiful and all the instrumentation quite captivating.
5
Feb 05 2022
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KIWANUKA
Michael Kiwanuka
I didn't know what to expect here, but it was splendid!
There was a sublime flow to the tracks and almost every track just grabbed me and pulled me in...some kind of funky, some kind of jazzy, some nice slow jam. It kept me interested in hearing what would come next.
5
Feb 06 2022
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Kings Of The Wild Frontier
Adam & The Ants
Not at all familiar with the album, and it was kind of fun. I had hoped that I would like it more since it was new wave and that was something hip back in the day. But there was nothing there that really grabbed me.
3
Feb 07 2022
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Only Built 4 Cuban Linx
Raekwon
First listen for this album. Definitely one that benefits from repeated listens for me, and focused listens at that. Today, I could only make time for two run-throughs...it is a little long (not just in literal minutes).
I like the beats and the production level is top notch. The repetition of the lyrical themes left me wanting something a bit more, though. I could see coming back to this in the future, but I am not sure when that might be...would probably spend the time with Wu-Tang directly.
3
Feb 08 2022
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The Band
The Band
I was not familiar with most of the album, and it was okay. It just struck me as kinda meh...
There are some up-beat and funky-ish moments that are fun, but overall not something that I really embrace.
3
Feb 09 2022
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James Brown Live At The Apollo
James Brown
This was some James Brown with which I was not familiar, but clearly the audience was. What a fun listen.
Some upbeat to dance to…and I imagine that JB did…and some slower tunes to sway and swoon to. I think I would have enjoyed the show.
4
Feb 10 2022
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Doolittle
Pixies
I didn't think that I would be thrilled with this one and the first few tracks didn't disappoint me on that sentiment...I mean, fine, but not anything that pushes me to want to listen more. Then around track 4 I started to warm up just a bit.
Then I recognized one of the tracks (La La Love You) from a mixtape I received in my younger days and got the warm fuzzies. That endeared the album to me more.
4
Feb 11 2022
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Loveless
My Bloody Valentine
Not familiar with the album and it really did not hold my attention. I guess I am not a fan...
Apparently there are sonic innovations for the guitar here...I guess I can recognize that contribution to music, but it doesn't really capture my soul at all. It just kind of hung around in the background of my awareness as I listened to it droning on and on.
3
Feb 12 2022
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Countdown To Ecstasy
Steely Dan
I was only vaguely familiar with a couple of tracks on this album. It sounded just like Steely Dan...
I enjoy the jazz-infused rock. I wasn't quite over the moon with this one, but it is pleasant.
4
Feb 13 2022
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Pearl
Janis Joplin
I was already very familiar with about half of this album and the rest was filled with newly discovered gems.
5
Feb 14 2022
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Who's Next
The Who
I have heard of this album, but never listened to it…and I don’t know why. It was great!
5
Feb 15 2022
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Untitled (Black Is)
SAULT
This album from 2020 was unexpected, being so recent. It was unfamiliar and it was stunningly beautiful.
5
Feb 16 2022
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Wild Wood
Paul Weller
I wasn't familiar with this album, but when I started to listen, it sounded familiar...maybe Paul Weller and the style of the music on this album is similar to artists with which I am familiar???
At any rate, on first listen, I really dug it all. The tracks were all this laid-back, chill rock. Just a nice listen. Then I played it again a little later in the day, and I was not nearly as impressed. It still sounded nice, but I didn't love it like I thought I did the first time. I may try another listen and change my mind again, but for now, it's just okay.
3
Feb 17 2022
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21
Adele
I have loved this album for years and I continue to do so!!
5
Feb 18 2022
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No Other
Gene Clark
I didn't know the album, but I liked it for the most part. For some track I really just wanted them to end so that I could move onto the next, though.
3
Feb 19 2022
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Tidal
Fiona Apple
I hadn’t listened to this entire album before. It is well worth the listen.
4
Feb 20 2022
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The Gershwin Songbook
Ella Fitzgerald
The 3+ hours was a lot of time to work into today for just one listen, but it sure was worth it.
5
Feb 21 2022
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The Only Ones
The Only Ones
Not really into this one…kinda just boring for me. It didn’t hurt me to listen, but it just blended into the background.
3
Feb 22 2022
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Live At The Harlem Square Club
Sam Cooke
This one was a great listen. I had fun and Sam Cooke's vocals were right on the mark! I have my handkerchief ready!
5
Feb 23 2022
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Technique
New Order
When this album popped up, my first thought was "Oh, I know this one." Turns out that I do not.
Even after three listens, I would swear that it is the first time that I am hearing some of the tracks. I don't know what that means, but I really liked the album and plan to listen to it again (for the first time, I guess) and again.
5
Feb 24 2022
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Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
Elton John
Oh yeah, you betcha, I love the music of Elton John. This is a great album with some beloved singles and a number of other great tracks...although there are a couple that I don't love.
5
Feb 25 2022
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Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols
Sex Pistols
Well, that was a surprise. I didn't think that I would enjoy this album as much as I did. Not anything that I would consider for a daily listen, but it wasn't terribly painful.
I also thought that I would tire of the kind of yell-singing, but it did not grate on my nerves...today...
3
Feb 26 2022
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Sticky Fingers
The Rolling Stones
I really thought that I would have more fun with this today. It doesn't help that I don't care for Wild Horses. I guess this was my first listen for this album...that also surprises me...
4
Feb 27 2022
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Sunshine Superman
Donovan
I knew a couple of tracks on this album, but it was my first exposure to the album as a whole. It was excellent.
Although I was less in love with the slow folkier tracks than the psychedelic-leaning ones, I thought that the album as a whole was a treasure.
5
Feb 28 2022
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Rumours
Fleetwood Mac
I love this album!
I remember when it came out and I really wanted to buy it. I was a little young...and when I told my folks about the lyrics of Second Hand News, "Won't you lay me down in the tall grass and let me do my stuff?", I got a hard "no"! I didn't really think that sales pitch through.
At any rate, I eventually got the album and listen to it often!!
5
Mar 01 2022
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1989
Taylor Swift
This album has quite a few singles, and I was familiar with them, but I had never listened to a T.Swift album before. The album marks the shift to full on pop, and it definitely does fit right into that genre. It is a good album.
I wasn't really awed by the album, because there wasn't anything there that I didn't expect, I guess. But it was very likable and easy to listen to.
5
Mar 02 2022
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Welcome to the Afterfuture
Mike Ladd
This album and artist are new to me. I ran kinda warm and cool (not really hot and cold) with it.
A chill laid back beat would start and I’d be grooving to the moment that I would realize that I had zoned out and then think, “oh geez, is this track still going?!?” The giddy moment when he put ‘cornucopia’ in a rhyme (I just love that) to the furrowed brow when I think “did he just say ‘pee pee on’ something?” Just back and forth... The last track landed me on the warm side, and so here we are.
4
Mar 03 2022
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Superfly
Curtis Mayfield
Oh yeah, this one hits the spot…all the spots! Loved it!!
5
Mar 04 2022
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Cypress Hill
Cypress Hill
I've never listened to a complete Cypress Hill album, as I assumed it might be a bit much for me...and I was right.
I did really enjoy the beats and loops on many of the tracks. I even enjoy the nasal rap style of B-Real. The lyrics and lyrical themes (when I grasp the picture being painted) just don't excite me. I suppose that most of it is intentionally over the top, but it doesn't make it anymore interesting for me. I kinda wish the lyrical content was more inspiring to me, because I would really really dig this album then.
4
Mar 05 2022
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Rage Against The Machine
Rage Against The Machine
Hmmm...some Rage Against the Machine. I know of them, but maybe by pretty much name only.
For the first 20 seconds of the first track, I thought "Oh, this isn't what I was expecting at all. I could really like this...Ah...there it is, that's it..." Rage has a sound similar to other harder rockin' bands of the 90s. I actually have a greater appreciation for their sound now than I did when I was younger, I think. There is nice funkiness to the rock music here. But also, after nearly an hour of being yelled at, I was kind of exhausted.
4
Mar 06 2022
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Teen Dream
Beach House
Well, this album had nothing for me today. There was no assault on my senses, it just didn’t touch me at all.
I could see playing this if I was having trouble falling asleep. But since I don’t typically have that problem, I don’t know what part this album can play for me.
2
Mar 07 2022
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Bat Out Of Hell
Meat Loaf
I don't know when or how I would have acquired it, but I recall having this on cassette tape at some point in my life. I am sure that I didn't listen to it ofter, but listening to it today was so nostalgic. Listening as I took my walk today, I know I had a little smirk on my face whenever I could resist not lip-syncing along.
The compositions are grand and some over the top, which I may not tolerate from others, but this album is a work of art with the Meat Loaf style vocals the perfect fit!
5
Mar 08 2022
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Hotel California
Eagles
A classic, no doubt.
5
Mar 09 2022
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Tommy
The Who
Another very grand rock album! Although I sometime find myself comparing tracks to the movie soundtrack versions (probably because I knew the movie before I knew this album), Tommy by The Who is another amazing work of art on this list!!
5
Mar 10 2022
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Your Arsenal
Morrissey
I know what Morrissey's vocal stylings sound like, but I can't think of any Morrissey tune that I know...certainly nothing on this album. I didn't think that I would like a full album of Morrissey, but it wasn't as bad as I thought.
Some rockin' and some droning, but in total, it was okay.
3
Mar 11 2022
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Bryter Layter
Nick Drake
As I listened, I tried to imagine how I would feel about Nick Drake if this was my first introduction to him. I honestly don't know if I would have loved the album. It is very relaxing, though.
But having already fallen for Nick Drake and having listened to this album a few times in the past, I know that I love the album now.
5
Mar 12 2022
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Court And Spark
Joni Mitchell
I very much enjoyed this album and listening experience. I don't really know much on Joni's work other than the popular songs, but I was happy to expand my horizons today.
5
Mar 13 2022
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A Grand Don't Come For Free
The Streets
This was a quirky album. Definitely a not just a collection of unrelated singles, but a full-out story of this poor dude.
The story wasn’t actually all that interesting to me and at times it almost felt like when a kid is making up a song about what they are doing as they are doing it. I didn’t find the beats all that interesting either.
I applaud the innovation, but it didn’t really rock my world.
3
Mar 14 2022
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Black Holes and Revelations
Muse
I didn't know any of these Muse tracks, although I do know a few of their singles from other albums. For me, I think this is a group I prefer in smaller doses as the album kind of lost my interest from time to time.
It is rockin' and in that progressive- or alt-rock kind of way which maybe just isn't exactly my thing most days.
3
Mar 15 2022
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Lady In Satin
Billie Holiday
A very elegant album and a lovely listen. The voice of Billie Holiday is very distinctive and I enjoyed attending the Church of Billie on my walk today.
4
Mar 16 2022
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Brutal Youth
Elvis Costello
Elvis Costello is an artist that I always wondered if I was missing something about. I liked some of his singles, but I never got the big draw. This album didn’t help.
I do think the music and instrumentation on this album are often catchy, fun, interesting. I even enjoy much (not all) of his vocals. But lyrically, it all misses me…and trying to focus on the lyrics makes it all worse. Maybe I’ll have a different experience on one of his other albums.
2
Mar 17 2022
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Mask
Bauhaus
Another one that I don't think is for me. There is some interest for me with the music, maybe parts in minor keys are intriguing. But that wasn't enough to put this album in the keeper pile.
2
Mar 18 2022
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Arrival
ABBA
All Bery Bery Awesome!
5
Mar 19 2022
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Selling England By The Pound
Genesis
Well, when I saw the band was Genesis, I was not expecting what I heard. I am not at all familiar with early Genesis, quite apparently.
I struggled at times and was interested at others. Definitely never fell in love with it and I am really on the line between 3 and 4. Because I enjoyed the vocals of Phil Collins and Peter Gabriel, I landed at 4.
4
Mar 20 2022
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Le Tigre
Le Tigre
I have heard of this band, but was not actually familiar with this album at all. On first listen, I thought that it was interesting. On the second, I thought, I like these ladies. As I did a quick third overview, I decided I really really like Le Tigre.
5
Mar 21 2022
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Head Hunters
Herbie Hancock
I investigated this album not so long ago after hearing samples on a different album on this list. It is exactly what I expected from Herbie Hancock of the 70s. The funky jazz can really speak to my soul!
I am more of a fan of the first two tracks than the last two, but overall, I can dig it.
4
Mar 22 2022
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American Beauty
Grateful Dead
Never had the motivation to be on the Grateful Dead bandwagon. Nothing really ever appealed to me. Listening today, the music was nice enough and more of the tracks were familiar to me than I expected.
Still not driven to become a fan, but I enjoyed the album today.
4
Mar 23 2022
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Slippery When Wet
Bon Jovi
This was a fun blast from the 80s. An album with so many sing-along singles but also just an awesome rock album.
5
Mar 24 2022
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Franz Ferdinand
Franz Ferdinand
This was a new one for me. It was fun and I would have been a fan sooner had I known.
5
Mar 25 2022
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Rock Bottom
Robert Wyatt
There wasn't really anything here for me. My first listen last night really rubbed me the wrong way. I gave it a second listen today on my walk and it wasn't completely repulsive to me...but much of it was.
2
Mar 26 2022
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One Nation Under A Groove
Funkadelic
I will be happy to jump on the funkalicious Funkadelic bus just for the funk of it anytime!!!
YES!
5
Mar 27 2022
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Crosby, Stills & Nash
Crosby, Stills & Nash
A lovely album! The layering of the instruments and the vocals make for a most enjoyable listening experience. The variety in tempos and style also add interest for the album.
5
Mar 28 2022
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Cross
Justice
I enjoy electronic/dance music such as this album offers. I liked the experience that the album presented. There was just a little something missing to keep me from loving it though...I can't quite put my finger on it, but it just felt a little empty for me at moments.
4
Mar 29 2022
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Power In Numbers
Jurassic 5
I very much liked this one. I had three listens today and it was enjoyable every time!
4
Mar 30 2022
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Either Or
Elliott Smith
At first I was not sure that the soft gentle voice of the artist would be able to win me over, but it did.
5
Mar 31 2022
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Maverick A Strike
Finley Quaye
Another new artist for me. When the album started with a reggae style, I was not very optimistic. However, I really got into the sound and was groovin' right along. Then about halfway through the album, it lost my attention...and never regained it.
3
Apr 01 2022
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This Is Fats Domino
Fats Domino
What a blast! Just a good-time album here. I loved it!!!
5
Apr 02 2022
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Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
I generally like Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, but I didn’t know that I would love this album. So good, track after track!!
5
Apr 03 2022
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Bert Jansch
Bert Jansch
A very simple formula for a pleasant listening experience.
3
Apr 04 2022
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The Joshua Tree
U2
I remember my introduction to this album was their concert. It touched me deeply!
5
Apr 05 2022
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OK Computer
Radiohead
This is one that I need to spend some more time with. Yesterday was not the best day for a focused listen and today I am simply exhausted. There were some appealing moments and some others that were a real challenge.
3
Apr 06 2022
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Murder Ballads
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
I started to listen to this album as I crawled into bed last evening. It did a great job of lulling me to sleep, and from what I made out last night, I was not all that interested.
Now, in the daylight, it has a curious appeal. I am not actually interested in the lyrical content of the murder ballads, but the over all auditory experience is kind of attractive.
3
Apr 07 2022
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Wonderful Rainbow
Lightning Bolt
So...ummm...this one is not for me...
There were isolated, fleeting moments where I thought, "Oh, okay, I can get into...nope, nevermind!" Otherwise, it was all, "Nope and nope."
1
Apr 08 2022
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Rapture
Anita Baker
This album was familiar and soothing. Anita Baker’s voice is a treat and the easy-listening style of the music felt like a gentle massage.
I think I prefer this silky delight mixed with some variety of other artists, as the album as a whole felt just a little under-seasoned for me.
4
Apr 09 2022
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Physical Graffiti
Led Zeppelin
I haven't always been a fan of Led Zeppelin, but I kind of jumped in when the box set came out in the early 90s. Now listening to their original albums, I am discovering some tracks that are new to me and the flow of the actual album rather than compilation order.
I really loved this one from start to finish.
5
Apr 10 2022
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The Notorious Byrd Brothers
The Byrds
I know a couple of tunes from The Byrds, but these were not those tunes. I didn't know anything about this album, but I really enjoyed it. The mix of psychedelic- to folk-rock was a fun listen. The album captured me from the first notes of the first track and kept my attention until the end.
5
Apr 11 2022
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Clube Da Esquina
Milton Nascimento
This was an album that was easy to listen to. I enjoyed the groove.
4
Apr 12 2022
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Here, My Dear
Marvin Gaye
I didn't really connect to this album. The music was listenable, and there was a theme running through giving a focused experience. Nonetheless, it was easy for me to detach during the listen because the theme was not appealing to me, I guess.
3
Apr 13 2022
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Skylarking
XTC
I remember XTC being a band, but only recall hearing Dear God. The album sounds like one that I would have acquired back in the day had I known it. Kinda quirky with and upbeat happy vibe. I like it!
5
Apr 14 2022
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Tical
Method Man
I was not familiar with any of the tracks on this album. I appreciate Method Man as a Wu-Tang member, and I was surprised that this album didn't appeal to me more.
Looking forward to seeing the Wu-Tang Clan on this list.
3
Apr 15 2022
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She's So Unusual
Cyndi Lauper
It’s fun when some 80s pop comes up on the list. I did not know this entire album…only the bunch of tracks that were hits.
Cyndi Lauper is a treasure and her hits from this album are iconic. The other tracks that I discovered today are also great. Applause!
5
Apr 16 2022
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Truth
Jeff Beck
Okay, I guess I knew the name Jeff Beck and thought it would be a rock album, but otherwise was not at all familiar with the album. It appealed to me more than I thought. Maybe on a different day I would like it even more.
3
Apr 17 2022
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Tonight's The Night
Neil Young
When it comes to Neil Young, I am not a big fan…not even a little fan. I guess I rank him at tolerable and sometimes good. So, I didn’t expect much from this album.
It was ok…better than just tolerable. I even had occasional thoughts that in the right setting with the right people, I could totally get this. Then something (external to the album) happened to make me a little grumpy today and this was not the album to snap me out of that.
3
Apr 18 2022
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Hot Rats
Frank Zappa
I have never listened to a Frank Zappa album (that I recall), but I was anticipating more lyrics...and absurd ones at that...for some reason.
So, this was an unexpected dominance of jazz fusion instrumentals. Fine enough!
4
Apr 19 2022
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Tea for the Tillerman
Cat Stevens
Love it!
5
Apr 20 2022
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The Blueprint
JAY Z
Although I am generally a fan of hip-hop, I have never had any inspiration to check out a JAY-Z album. So, this was a first, and there wasn't anything surprising for me here.
Production value was high, beats and samples were catchy, rhymes were easy to understand, and the themes consistent with the genre. It was a good album and I enjoyed it today, but I didn't feel like I had been missing anything and don't think that this will go into regular rotation.
4
Apr 21 2022
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All Directions
The Temptations
I was unfamiliar with all these tracks, except Papa Was a Rollin' Stone. I really enjoyed the variety of funk to doo-wop. Good fun!
4
Apr 22 2022
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Kid A
Radiohead
Unlike the Radiohead album that I was introduced to not so long ago, this one immediately sucked me in. I was captivated by the sound. I listened to the entire album over and over and was mesmerized by its rhythms.
There were a couple of moments sprinkled in where I got a bit detached and maybe bored, but overall, I very much enjoyed the listen.
4
Apr 23 2022
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Like A Prayer
Madonna
Apparently, I need to up my 4-game.
4
Apr 24 2022
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Private Dancer
Tina Turner
Simply the best! Oh wait, that’s a different album. But still…
5
Apr 25 2022
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Elvis Is Back
Elvis Presley
I dig Elvis, and I dug this album. Nothing that I was familiar with, but a quality album both in sound and entertainment value.
5
Apr 26 2022
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Beautiful Freak
Eels
So, if you had asked me yesterday if I know about this band called Eels, I would have shrugged and said "nope". However, when this album popped up with the cover staring me in the face, it struck me as somehow familiar. Then I started to play it and was singing along...not just to the first tune, but the second and the third...
Thank you to this project for bringing this album back into my life!
4
Apr 27 2022
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People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm
A Tribe Called Quest
I totally dig!
5
Apr 28 2022
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Swordfishtrombones
Tom Waits
I have not yet fallen love with the music of Tom Waits...as in, I don't find Tom Waits to be the answer to question, "Oh, you know what I want to listen to right now?" But I have enjoyed gaining more exposure to his music, and I see falling in love as a possibility.
This album was fun with a nice variety of tunes.
4
Apr 29 2022
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Blue
Joni Mitchell
What a pretty sounding album. Just lovely.
5
Apr 30 2022
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The Seldom Seen Kid
Elbow
I very much enjoyed this album. The instrumentation is very interesting, the vocals are pleasant sounding, and all layered together so well. Kind of simple while simultaneously so grand.
5
May 01 2022
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Entertainment
Gang Of Four
Umm...well...okay. It was fine. It didn't find it challenging to listen to...well, maybe I found the last track somewhat challenging. I also didn't find it life-changing in anyway.
I am just going to leave this Gang of Four here.
3
May 02 2022
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Pump
Aerosmith
This Aerosmith of the late 80s is the Aerosmith that I became a fan of (in the late 80s). So, for me, this is Aerosmith...and I love it!
5
May 03 2022
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Cosmo's Factory
Creedence Clearwater Revival
I do enjoy me some Creedence Clearwater Revival, at least every so often, but I think that I only ever listened to the Chronicle: The 20 Greatest Hits album...which more of half of this album contributed to. I was so pleased to discover some other gems on this album.
Spent my time listening today bouncing in my seat and singing-along. On one track (My Baby Left Me), I could not resist clapping along. (Keep your hands on the steering wheel!!!) Great fun!
5
May 04 2022
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Golden Hour
Kacey Musgraves
I was excited and surprised to see Kacey Musgraves pop up on the list. I am familiar with some of her singles, but haven't ever done an album listen. It did not blow me away like I had hoped that it would, but it was good.
4
May 05 2022
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Tarkus
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
When I first started the album I thought, "Okay, I know some EL&P. This should be cool." But holy moly, I wasn't expecting this.
This one wasn't for me...at least not today...
2
May 06 2022
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Machine Gun Etiquette
The Damned
Not being the least bit familiar with this album or these artists, the first listen was just to get my toes wet and to establish a sense of what was in store….it was not a sound that embraced me, but was tolerable. On the second listen I realized that this album is actually quite listenable for me.
I think that falling in love with the punk-rock sound is not easy for me. But I ended the second listen on the verge of like for this album.
3
May 07 2022
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Blood Sugar Sex Magik
Red Hot Chili Peppers
I dig the funk-rock sound of the Chili Peppers. I know that I have listened to this album, but it has been ages.
I had fun with the first two-thirds or so of the album. I think that if the album would have ended at Track 12, it would have scored higher from me.
3
May 08 2022
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The Sensual World
Kate Bush
I’ve have never really gave Kate Bush much time, as the little I knew of her work didn’t really appeal to me back in the day. Now that my exposure to her work has been expanded, I do have appreciation for it…although I struggled to connect to all of this album.
Repeated listens did help, and there are a few tracks that I really love!
4
May 09 2022
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Medúlla
Björk
I really appreciate the concept of the album. I didn’t realize from the start that it was pretty much all human vocals. At the point that I asked myself “Is that someone beat boxing?” I suddenly became more aware of what I had been listening to.
I did find quite a bit of the album a challenge, though. I was not able to embrace all the compositions even with the variety of interesting vocal sounds.
3
May 10 2022
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Chirping Crickets
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
Nice straightforward rock from Buddy Holly & The Crickets. Nothing unexpected, but there were some catchy tunes that I didn’t previously know.
I didn’t find enough of interest to put into regular rotation, but it was worth the listen for historical reference.
4
May 11 2022
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The Contino Sessions
Death In Vegas
I am not familiar with this band. The electronica that they have recorded is pretty straightforward and listenable for me. The trancelike loops are engaging and interesting enough, although a couple of tracks did seem to be dragged out.
Fun, but nothing particularly life changing here.
4
May 12 2022
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Being There
Wilco
When I saw that this was a double-album and then heard the first few bars of the first track, I was afraid…but then it turned out to be okay.
4
May 13 2022
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Lust For Life
Iggy Pop
I know a few tunes from Iggy Pop, but never thought that I would be interested in much more than that. Turns out that I liked this album more than expected.
About half of the tracks I liked and the others ranked from okay to tolerable.
3
May 14 2022
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Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde
The Pharcyde
I have heard of The Pharcyde, and was interested and hopeful when I saw this album pop up on the list. Like many hip-hop albums from the 90s, I dig the beats and samples…although a few tracks ran a bit long and became too repetitive.
As for lyrical content, I found many of the tracks difficult to embrace making the listening experience a little disappointing.
3
May 15 2022
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Blackstar
David Bowie
Other than those super hits of the 70-80s, I don’t think that I know much of David Bowie’s work. This album was quite intriguing…quite different than the Bowie rock with which I am familiar.
The tone was kind of dark and peculiar to me, but it did draw me in for the full length.
5
May 16 2022
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Infected
The The
I recall hearing the band name The The, but I really didn’t know what to expect. As the first track started, I thought that it sounded like some solid 80s rock and that it would be a fun album. But then, I lost my enthusiasm and it started to all sound just kind of “meh” to me.
3
May 17 2022
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Channel Orange
Frank Ocean
I have heard of Frank Ocean but never have given a listen. I expected that this would not be the typical sound of pop R&B…it still took some effort to warm up to the album.
After a couple of listens, I had a much greater appreciation for what was produced here. I didn’t love much of it, but I didn’t hate any of it.
3
May 18 2022
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O.G. Original Gangster
Ice T
I certainly know Ice-T as a rapper, but I am much more familiar with him as Tutuola. I know very little of his rap repertoire, but as far as a rap album goes, I thought that this one was quite a good one.
I like Ice-T’s rap-style and rhymes. The music was also highly engaging for me. I can see calling up this album when I am in a mood for some rap of the 90s…which is certainly not on the daily, but…
4
May 19 2022
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Bone Machine
Tom Waits
The sound of the tracks on this album are what first come to mind when someone mentions Tom Waits. I enjoyed listening to the album on my walk today and I am happy that I am getting more exposure to Tom Waits through this project.
5
May 20 2022
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Groovin'
The Young Rascals
I enjoyed listening to this album. It had the retro sound that hit the spot for me today.
4
May 21 2022
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Surrealistic Pillow
Jefferson Airplane
I found this album to love! Great sounds of the 60s!!
5
May 22 2022
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(What's The Story) Morning Glory
Oasis
This was my first listen for this album. I kept thinking that Oasis reminded me of another band...but maybe it just reminded me of them.
I liked the album, and it sounded like 90s rock. I guess I am not super into the sound though, because it kind of got a little boring for me.
4
May 23 2022
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Roger the Engineer
The Yardbirds
The bass line of the first track really pulled me in. I loved the jam of this album. A couple of tunes left me a little flat, but overall an awesome listen!!
5
May 24 2022
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Kind Of Blue
Miles Davis
For much of my life, I just couldn't get into jazz. When I decided to really give it a shot, it was Miles that I first went to. This is one of the albums that I now pull out every so often.
It is a beautiful jazz album! I also think that it is one that is quite accessible, even for one who is not so much a fan of the genre.
5
May 25 2022
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The Message
Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
I really enjoyed the sound of the old-school hip hop here. I could imagine break dancers performing as I listened. Now, when the slower tracks came on, I was a bit startled and less impressed. That dreaming about Stevie song was a little strange...
4
May 26 2022
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The Score
Fugees
I have enjoyed this album since its release. There is still a lot that I really love here...but I probably wouldn't love it as much now, if this was my first listen.
Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean...I am a big fan of both!!
5
May 27 2022
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Live At The Witch Trials
The Fall
I am pretty sure that I don't like this album at all, but I was in a peculiar mood on my walk this morning and found myself laughing at a couple of moments that I guess I found absurd...so maybe that is a sign that there is something there.
On second listen...I was right, I really don't like this album.
2
May 28 2022
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Beauty And The Beat
The Go-Go's
I don't have a specific memory of every listening to this album in it entirety before, but I certainly remember when it was on the charts. It is full of great tracks by talented women...and lots of fun!
5
May 29 2022
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Junkyard
The Birthday Party
Waking up with a sore neck for the third morning in a row (I'm too old for yard work, I guess), the first few bars of the first track were like a slap in the face as I started my walk, and I thought, "I just can't..." But, I did.
There were some moments, when it was more like singing than the grinding and screaming, that I thought there was a maybe here...but then no. I just didn't enjoy this album.
1
May 30 2022
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The Lexicon Of Love
ABC
This was my first listen for this album, although I knew a couple of the tracks. I loved the album!
5
May 31 2022
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You've Come a Long Way Baby
Fatboy Slim
I love this album! I have, do, and will listen often! It is perfect for the soundtrack to cleaning the house, cooking dinner, or getting your groove on. I mean, if this don’t make your booty move…
5
Jun 01 2022
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A Date With The Everly Brothers
The Everly Brothers
This was some fun music for the day.
4
Jun 02 2022
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Bad Company
Bad Company
Although I may have seen this band in concert in my younger years, but I don't think that I was ever a fan. Listening now, I am totally puzzled as to why. This album was simply awesome!
5
Jun 03 2022
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Wish You Were Here
Pink Floyd
This is a good one…or more like a great one. I didn’t own this album, but I am sure I have listened to it before. I was glad to listen again!
5
Jun 04 2022
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In A Silent Way
Miles Davis
The whole fusion jazz style can be a bit challenging for me, especially on the first listen of a track. I found the two tracks on the album quite palatable from the get-go though.
I can totally see me putting this one on again in the future and getting to know it even better.
5
Jun 05 2022
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Live!
Fela Kuti
I wasn’t at all sure what to expect here, but when they started playing on the first track, I was totally into it! Totally jamming’!
5
Jun 06 2022
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Mama Said Knock You Out
LL Cool J
LL Cool J kind of makes me giggle. I think it is something about his ?sexy? smile. Anyways, the album was fine but maybe not the most engaging. I mean, I found myself really wanting to skip to the end of some of the tracks, once I got the hang of how they sounded.
3
Jun 07 2022
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If You Can Believe Your Eyes & Ears
The Mamas & The Papas
I was familiar with so many of these tracks from a “best of” album that I have listened to many many times. For the rest of the tracks, I very much enjoyed then too! I dig the harmonies and how their vocal tones blend.
5
Jun 08 2022
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Murmur
R.E.M.
I never really got into R.E.M. I know the hits and even really like some of them, but at no point did I think that I should pursue them further and listen to an album for the deep cuts. This album has not changed my opinion.
It is fine and sounds like what I know R.E.M. to sound like. But I am happy to just leave it here...
3
Jun 09 2022
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In The Wee Small Hours
Frank Sinatra
I have often contemplated making the effort to be a Sinatra fan, but this is actually the first Sinatra album that I have ever listened to. The voice is delightful, but I think that there are probably other albums that I would have liked more.
3
Jun 10 2022
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Hybrid Theory
Linkin Park
I heard of Linkin Park and have heard some singles. They have never really grabbed my fancy. This album didn't really either.
I will admit that there is some similarity in sound to some other bands from the 90s with that kind of hard rap-rock style that I could enjoy. Discovering this now just didn't really win me over.
3
Jun 11 2022
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That's The Way Of The World
Earth, Wind & Fire
This album didn't contain my most beloved Earth, Wind & Fire songs, but I greatly enjoyed every track. Lots of fun and a light, warm spirit to it.
5
Jun 12 2022
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The Grand Tour
George Jones
This is pretty much a perfect classic country album. Just simple songs sung by an iconic country voice. A sound that I would not have tolerated in my younger years, but yet it feels homey as I listen now…
4
Jun 13 2022
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The Doors
The Doors
I started listening to The Doors in junior high to fit in with some kids that I wanted to like me. Glad I did!
Fan of The Doors. Fan of this album. The intro of every track has me going “oh yeah, this one…I like this one…”
5
Jun 14 2022
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Fetch The Bolt Cutters
Fiona Apple
I didn't know anything about this album. The beginning of the first track really drew me in and the album kept my attention until the end. Some awesome piano and intriguing melodies for my ears!
Now, occasionally, including in the end of the first track, it all became too intense or dissonant for me. Fortunately, these moments were isolated enough to not completely distort my listening experience...but this won't be one to add to my music-to-work-by list.
5
Jun 15 2022
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Grace
Jeff Buckley
This album really took me on a roller-coaster ride. At moments I was totally in love, at others I found what I was hearing as too intense for my mood, and others I had feelings of like and a notion that the track could grow on me. I think it is a really good album, but I really did find it challenging at times.
I think I am in like with it...probably a deep like though...
4
Jun 16 2022
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Rings Around The World
Super Furry Animals
This album didn't thrill me. I mean, it wasn't particularly challenging, but it also wasn't particularly interesting. It was just okay, I guess.
3
Jun 17 2022
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Electric Warrior
T. Rex
This one surprised me. I imagined that it would all sound like Bang a Gong, but it kinda didn't....but also, it kinda did....I thought that I kinda liked it.
4
Jun 18 2022
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This Year's Model
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
I was more in the mood for Elvis Costello today than I thought I would be, but still not a big fan. At the start of many tracks I was hopeful, but then as the tune played on I lost interest. Shrug…still don’t get the big draw…
3
Jun 19 2022
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Ingenue
k.d. lang
What a delight! Swoon!
5
Jun 20 2022
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Parsley, Sage, Rosemary And Thyme
Simon & Garfunkel
Well, they’re no Rogers and Clarke, but these boys do have a special something.
5
Jun 21 2022
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The Genius Of Ray Charles
Ray Charles
I was not familiar with these Ray Charles tracks, but it was a great listen. Lots of fun and musically interesting.
5
Jun 22 2022
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New York Dolls
New York Dolls
I have heard of the New York Dolls, but I never bothered to give them a listen, just assuming that I wouldn't really be into them. Honestly, in my younger years, I probably wouldn't have even been all that interested in listening to the entire album. But today, I was surprised at how entertaining that I found them to be.
Honestly, my tolerance for them is limited and I am not ready to jump on the fan-wagon, but I am glad I have now been properly introduced.
3
Jun 23 2022
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Dance Mania
Tito Puente
Tito Puente!!! What a fun time today!
Now, trying to keep my mind on my work while listening was quite a challenge. A better soundtrack for a party or a task that needs an energy boost, but no real mental focus.
5
Jun 24 2022
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Butterfly
Mariah Carey
I did not love this album. I found it a bit boring. It got me thinking that maybe I don’t care for r&b slow jams…but that’s not right…this particular album just didn’t hit in the right spot for me today.
3
Jun 25 2022
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Every Picture Tells A Story
Rod Stewart
I generally enjoy Rod Stewart's tunes. This album didn't disappoint.
4
Jun 26 2022
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The Bends
Radiohead
I enjoyed this album today. I found most of the tracks interesting to listen to and nothing at all difficult. I am not in love and don’t feel like this is something that I can singalong with, but not too bad at all.
4
Jun 27 2022
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The Dreaming
Kate Bush
This was an awesome Kate Bush album. So interesting musically and lyrically.
5
Jun 28 2022
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Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs
Derek & The Dominos
It is not surprising to see this album on the list, and I was going to be surprised if I loved it. Well, I didn’t love it, but there were some moments where I really enjoyed the groove.
3
Jun 29 2022
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Rid Of Me
PJ Harvey
This was a challenging listen for me. I really want to love PJ Harvey, but this particular album was too gritty and hard for me to love. I was challenged to even find like in many tracks.
3
Jun 30 2022
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Vauxhall And I
Morrissey
I am not very familiar with Morrissey's catalog of songs and definitely not this album. I have not been inspired me to seek out more.
3
Jul 01 2022
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Giant Steps
The Boo Radleys
Nothing here really embraced me and made me want more. There were some pleasant and catchy moments, but they just didn't last. Maybe some other time...
3
Jul 02 2022
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In Utero
Nirvana
My first attempt to listen to this album was last night as I crawled into bed. So, from that listen my only thought was "Grandma is too old for this!" I was concerned that this train passed me long ago and there was no chance for me to climb on board.
In the light of a new day, I did enjoy much (not all) of the album.
4
Jul 03 2022
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Disintegration
The Cure
Seeing an album by The Cure didn't thrill me. I was not expecting much. So, it surprised me how much I was drawn in by the first track. I thought that perhaps my pessimism was unwarranted here. As the listening continued, there were more enjoyable tracks. Hmmm...could it be that I am a fan of this album?
At the point that I found myself at the end of each track exhaling and thinking "Oh, I hope that was the last track." I realized that I am not a fan, but there is a little bit of like here.
3
Jul 04 2022
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evermore
Taylor Swift
There wasn't anything specifically bad about the album. It was easy enough to hear, but not much really grabbed me as particularly exciting...kind of one note for me today, I guess.
3
Jul 05 2022
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Born To Run
Bruce Springsteen
Better than I thought it would be.
3
Jul 06 2022
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Car Wheels On A Gravel Road
Lucinda Williams
My rating for today is not based as much on the music or lyrics (which I did enjoy) as it is on the experience that this album gave to me today.
My familiarity with Lucinda Williams comes from a friend including a selection of her tunes on some mixed tapes. Although that friend died a little over a year ago, she definitely accompanied me on my walk today as I listened to the album. She even made a point to give me a nod through a passer-by...The person asked me what time it was so that I could tell them the time and then mumble, "If you want to know the time, buy a watch."
5
Jul 07 2022
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Non-Stop Erotic Cabaret
Soft Cell
I was anxious to check out this album. I am a fan of Tainted Love, but what more have they done? As the first track started, I was startled. I was not expecting this...I am not enjoying this...
Then it came back around for me with the second track. The rest of the album was not so great, and still not quite what I was expecting.
2
Jul 08 2022
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E.V.O.L.
Sonic Youth
I still don't think that I am cool enough for Sonic Youth.
3
Jul 09 2022
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B-52's
The B-52's
This album runs through my rotation every now and again. It is fun!
5
Jul 10 2022
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Goodbye And Hello
Tim Buckley
I am starting to dig Tim Buckley. His sound is growing on me…or at least it was a good fit for today.
4
Jul 11 2022
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Opus Dei
Laibach
I was intimidated by the looks of this album, but I had a great time listening. I wonder if I missed the point, though, because I had a difficult time taking it seriously. Nonetheless, I totally dug it!
5
Jul 12 2022
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Live Through This
Hole
I purchased this album back in the 90s, although I really didn't care for it much...I think I was trying to be cool or impress someone or something. Now and then over the years, I have revisited it, even as recently as last year, I think. I never enjoyed the album all that much...but today, I did.
Maybe it is a result of this project exposing me to such a variety of new sounds that something familiar has an attraction or maybe I am more openminded or something... Whatever the case, this album really rocked for me today!
5
Jul 13 2022
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American Idiot
Green Day
Although I have listened to some Green Day and I am a fan of some of their singles, I have never really made much of an investment in listening to them. I would have never considered that I might like this album.
I loved it! I have been missing out!! I am not sure if that translates to other Green Day albums, but welcome "American Idiot"!!
5
Jul 14 2022
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All Hope Is Gone
Slipknot
This is really not my jam. I didn't hate it all, but much of it was tolerable at best for me. Also, why did it have to be so loooooooonnnnnnnngggggggggg?????
3
Jul 15 2022
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Kala
M.I.A.
This was a lot of fun! Quite a unique sound, with cool beats and loops.
5
Jul 16 2022
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Hunky Dory
David Bowie
I guess I have always thought of myself as a just-kinda-a Bowie fan. Had I heard this album earlier in my life, perhaps I have been much more of a fan. This is a gorgeous album.
5
Jul 17 2022
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This Nation’s Saving Grace
The Fall
I have listened to this multiple times and it still has left me numb to it. I mean, it didn’t disturb me or irritate me most of the time, but it left me completely unimpressed.
3
Jul 18 2022
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Live At The Regal
B.B. King
I really enjoyed this album. The energy was great and the band backing B.B. was awesome!
5
Jul 19 2022
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Selected Ambient Works 85-92
Aphex Twin
This was some nice background music for me today. I didn't find anything groundbreaking, but there was a steady beat and somewhat soothing sounds. So very decent electronic music from the early 90s.
4
Jul 20 2022
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Oracular Spectacular
MGMT
I listened to this album quite a few times today. Not that I really loved it, but there was something appealing. I appreciated the youthfulness, I suppose.
On some level it also felt a bit too hipster (maybe that isn't really to word that I am looking for)...just something that had me keep a bit at arm's length.
4
Jul 21 2022
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Dirt
Alice In Chains
The vocal combo really draws me in, despite the lyrical content.
4
Jul 22 2022
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Third
Portishead
This was a bit off the mark for me, and I was disappointed in that. There were some captivating moments, but they did not really last...and then there were quite a few grating moments.
3
Jul 23 2022
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Miriam Makeba
Miriam Makeba
I very much enjoyed this album. Some moments I felt like I may be in church and others at a party. I appreciate the exposure to an artist that I would otherwise likely never have listened to.
5
Jul 24 2022
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Real Life
Magazine
I previewed a couple of songs before going to bed last night. I wasn't overly impressed and expected to be kind of bored with the rest of the album today. When I started the album again this afternoon, it was much more appealing to me...kinda catchy!
4
Jul 25 2022
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Fleet Foxes
Fleet Foxes
During my first listen, I really didn't get it. I found it mostly boring. Then today when I used the album as the soundtrack for my walk on an overcast afternoon on the trails of the foothills with just an occasional passer-by, I was captivated. It was just perfect for the setting. It was a long walk and I listened twice.
Later, when I returned to the house and put it on once again to try to pinpoint a favorite song, it just didn't sound the same. I guess this might be a very situational attraction for me.
4
Jul 26 2022
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The Last Broadcast
Doves
Yeah, I thought it was pretty good.
4
Jul 27 2022
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Ananda Shankar
Ananda Shankar
This is totally digable music, and I totally dug it. I kept hitting start every time it ended.
5
Jul 28 2022
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S.F. Sorrow
The Pretty Things
When the album started, I thought it had some real promise. It wasn't bad, and it definitely had a 60s sound that was kind cool at times...but it didn't really keep my attention.
3
Jul 29 2022
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Led Zeppelin IV
Led Zeppelin
I can't think of anything particularly clever or interesting to say. Quite simply, I very much enjoy this album.
5
Jul 30 2022
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British Steel
Judas Priest
Not quite what I expected. Sounded like hard rock from the 80s. I wasn’t bad, but also seemed kind of generic to me.
3
Jul 31 2022
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Bummed
Happy Mondays
I did not enjoy this much. On first listen, I found it unpleasant. On second it wasn’t as bad, but there was something about it that irritated me…maybe it was the way it sounded…
2
Aug 01 2022
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Come Find Yourself
Fun Lovin' Criminals
I liked the look of the cover and 90s hip-hop/rap is up my alley. It was a treat!
5
Aug 02 2022
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The College Dropout
Kanye West
This one made me upset, as I kind of expected. The thought of Kanye just makes me unhappy...I have never been a fan of his personality and antics...but I know that he has some skill when it comes to creating and producing engaging hip-hop.
So, although I struggled as I listened because of the images of him that ran through my mind, there wasn't much about the musical tracks on this album that I didn't enjoy.
4
Aug 03 2022
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I Should Coco
Supergrass
Let me preface this review with a couple of facts that may have biased my listening experience today. First of all, I had half of a cup of coffee this morning, after being caffeine-free for at least a month. Also, I purchased some really awesome new Chaco's today. So, honestly, I was so giddy while listening that I may have given 90 minutes of a doorbell ringing a 5/5.
Despite my anticipation that I would not be excited by this mid-90s Britpop album when it showed up, I really had fun listening to the album. It captured my interested from start to finish.
5
Aug 04 2022
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The Cars
The Cars
The Cars...cool!
5
Aug 05 2022
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World Clique
Deee-Lite
I was so deee-lited today! (Yeah, I said it.)
Smooth and funky love.
5
Aug 06 2022
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Red Headed Stranger
Willie Nelson
At least I am finding that Willie Nelson does have a place in my listening library. My attention span for this one was limited, however.
On first listen, I found the music enjoyable, although the theme of the story not so exciting. When I repeated the album, I thought that I would like it more, but actually got bored. I think it was the story more than the music, but a little bored nonetheless.
4
Aug 07 2022
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Tapestry
Carole King
I don’t know how I haven’t listened to this album before now: It is beautiful album and I swooned at the start of every track! It is now a fave in my listening library.
5
Aug 08 2022
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Time Out Of Mind
Bob Dylan
It wasn’t awesome, but it wasn’t bad. Very bluesy and a bit drawn out. Would I intentionally pull up this album to listen again, probably not…but if someone else put it on, I wouldn’t mind.
3
Aug 09 2022
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Solid Air
John Martyn
On first listen, I gave the album an "okay". There was definitely enough there to compel me to listen again, and it grew on me. I liked the variety of song styles, and it ended at a "good" for my rating.
4
Aug 10 2022
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Scott 4
Scott Walker
I think that this bus just passed me by. The quality of his voice is nice, but the lyrics and melodies inspired me not at all today.
3
Aug 11 2022
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Heroes
David Bowie
The first half of the album definitely connected with me more than the instrumentals in the second half.
3
Aug 12 2022
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Meat Is Murder
The Smiths
Through the first couple of listens, I enjoyed the musical arrangements. I had no complaints, but I couldn't really focus on the lyrics at all. So, I sat down with the specific purpose of viewing the lyrics as I listened.
During this lyrics exercise, I found myself uninterested and easily distracted. I would suddenly realize that I had walked into another room not even knowing how many tracks had actually played since I last was reading the lyrics. Then back to the computer and starting over with the last track that I remembered seeing the lyrics for. This routine repeated to make the 40-minute album perhaps a 90-minute event. I don't know if it was the lack of appeal of Morrissey's vocal stylings or the lyrics themselves...but I did still enjoy the musical arrangements...
3
Aug 13 2022
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The Number Of The Beast
Iron Maiden
I didn’t find the album terribly painful to my ears, but I also didn’t find it at all interesting.
2
Aug 14 2022
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Sister
Sonic Youth
Thank you, no. The album did not jive with me.
2
Aug 15 2022
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At Mister Kelly's
Sarah Vaughan
Delightful, truly delightful!
4
Aug 16 2022
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Off The Wall
Michael Jackson
I have loved this album since I was a child when I had it on 8-track. It still holds up for me!
5
Aug 17 2022
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Vulgar Display Of Power
Pantera
This is another one that is not for me. Some moments of the guitar play were okay, but the growling/screaming vocals just leave me hoping each track to please end quickly.
1
Aug 18 2022
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The Nightfly
Donald Fagen
4
Aug 19 2022
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The Man Who
Travis
This was fine, but I was just whelmed. Nothing much for me to take away from this one as I heard it today.
3
Aug 20 2022
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I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You
Aretha Franklin
I don't know how I could possibly rate the Queen of Soul at anything other than a 5, even if she was just singing the alphabet.
5
Aug 21 2022
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Blur
Blur
I was more drawn to the earlier tracks than the later, in general. Even so, it held on for a four.
4
Aug 22 2022
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Tuesday Night Music Club
Sheryl Crow
I think I like Sheryl Crow more in theory than in practice. I was excited when this album showed up, because it had been so long since I last listened to it. Turns out maybe the extended time between listens was because I find the album as a whole a bit boring.
4
Aug 23 2022
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Dusty In Memphis
Dusty Springfield
I was not familiar with most of these tracks, and I am so glad to have been introduced. A lovely album!
5
Aug 24 2022
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Songs For Swingin' Lovers!
Frank Sinatra
This was definitely a swingin' album. Loved it!!
5
Aug 25 2022
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Innervisions
Stevie Wonder
I am familiar with most of these tracks from compilation albums from Stevie. It is well worth the time to experience an album as originally intended. Love it!!
5
Aug 26 2022
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John Barleycorn Must Die
Traffic
Not familiar with this album at all, but the first track grabbed my attention immediately and I was excited to here what the rest sounded like. I liked it, but some of the later tracks paled in comparison to the others for me.
4
Aug 27 2022
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Odessey And Oracle
The Zombies
I wasn’t familiar with this album and nothing struck as familiar except for Time of the Season which has been a favorite song of mine for as long as I have known it. The rest of the tracks were a pleasant surprise!
4
Aug 28 2022
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Scott 2
Scott Walker
Yeah, I still don’t get it. Quality production, dramatic and grand, but also reminds me of generic white bread.
3
Aug 29 2022
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1999
Prince
I do love to party like it is 1999!!!
5
Aug 30 2022
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Disraeli Gears
Cream
I definitely liked this more than I thought that I would. The first few tracks had me loving the album, then it calmed a bit, but I still really enjoyed it all!
4
Aug 31 2022
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Chocolate Starfish And The Hot Dog Flavored Water
Limp Bizkit
I did find the music catchy...the tone and content of the lyrics, not so much.
3
Sep 01 2022
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The Rising
Bruce Springsteen
It was fine for me, but nothing that I really embraced. I appreciated the emotions conveyed and that was done in an excellent way. Still not enough to make me want to return to listen.
3
Sep 02 2022
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Foxbase Alpha
Saint Etienne
This was nice to listen to. Good accompaniment for working.
4
Sep 03 2022
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Come Away With Me
Norah Jones
It’s been a minute since I listened to this album from start to end, but I have done so many times in my life. This is also an album that I recommended to many along the way. It was a perfect soundtrack to my evening walk along the beach.
5
Sep 04 2022
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Suicide
Suicide
For my listening pleasure, the computer says “Nope!”
1
Sep 05 2022
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Highway to Hell
AC/DC
I don't believe that I have ever listened to this album, and it sounded like i expected. It was fine, but a bit one-note to me. I suppose that if I am looking for some old school hard rock that this could be a go-to.
4
Sep 06 2022
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Bookends
Simon & Garfunkel
Another case of being familiar with compilation/best of albums, but not much more. Happy to be expanding my horizons . I really enjoyed this one!
5
Sep 07 2022
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Remain In Light
Talking Heads
I knew only the one track on this album, but I very much enjoyed being introduced to the others!
4
Sep 08 2022
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Savane
Ali Farka Touré
Without this listening project, I don't think that I would have ever given this one a listen. I found it very interesting, but I think it will require a few more listens before I embrace it as a regular listen.
4
Sep 09 2022
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A Girl Called Dusty
Dusty Springfield
This was a blast to listen to!
5
Sep 10 2022
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The Queen Is Dead
The Smiths
Still not compelled to become a fan, but it isn't horrible.
3
Sep 11 2022
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Actually
Pet Shop Boys
I realize that I should have more Pet Shop Boys in my life.
5
Sep 12 2022
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Ctrl
SZA
I am familiar with a little bit of SZA, but this is a first album listen. I quite appreciated it!
5
Sep 13 2022
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Transformer
Lou Reed
What an excellent album! I know that I have heard it before, but now it has found a place in my library.
5
Sep 14 2022
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Surfer Rosa
Pixies
It took me a while to warm up to this album. The first few tracks had me uneasy. Eventually, I found myself bouncing my head to the rhythm and finding some enjoyment here...I mean, it wasn't like I was head over heels for it, but maybe I got it a little...
3
Sep 15 2022
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Music For The Jilted Generation
The Prodigy
I would not have guessed it from the cover, but this album suited me well! The driving beats like this are great accompaniment, especially when I am trying to keep myself motivated and on task with work or chores (of which I was doing a bit of both today).
A keeper!
5
Sep 16 2022
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Back At The Chicken Shack
Jimmy Smith
Can you dig it? I knew that you could!
5
Sep 17 2022
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Play
Moby
This was really good...maybe too good... I kept getting distracted with dancing and not staying on task with my work today!
I think that Moby had been on my list for further listing back in the day and just never got around to it. I have been missing out!!
5
Sep 18 2022
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The Scream
Siouxsie And The Banshees
I thought I was familiar with this album somehow, but it all sounded new to me on this listen and not all that welcoming. So I may have simply forgotten whatever I did know because I didn’t really care all that much for it.
3
Sep 19 2022
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Hysteria
Def Leppard
This was not my jam when it was originally released. In the right mood, I could have some fun with it, but didn't love much of Def Leppard. Now, I find it much more fun...probably the nostalgia helping bump it up to the next level for me.
4
Sep 20 2022
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School's Out
Alice Cooper
This album is so much more quirky than I imagined. I really liked it!!
5
Sep 21 2022
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Heavy Weather
Weather Report
This one was pretty meh for me. It was fine...it was a pleasant background while I worked...sometimes a little funky, but just not quite enough so to really draw me in.
3
Sep 22 2022
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Supa Dupa Fly
Missy Elliott
When this album appeared, I cheered aloud! So excited to finally see Missy on the list. Top notch!!!
5
Sep 23 2022
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BEYONCÉ
Beyoncé
I don’t listen to Beyoncé much…really just when a tunes pops on the radio or something.
I found some songs quite pretty and some quite sexy. Her voice is so smooth and can really draw you in.
5
Sep 24 2022
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The Pleasure Principle
Gary Numan
I have no complaints here. This album delivered...it was everything that I expected that it would be.
5
Sep 25 2022
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Abattoir Blues / The Lyre of Orpheus
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
I think that there is something very interesting happening here, but I didn't have the patience to really focus on the lyrics today. The music and vocals were quite intriguing. I even listened twice and then sampled a third time.
On the other hand, I don't think that this is something that I will ever return to.
4
Sep 26 2022
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16 Lovers Lane
The Go-Betweens
Okay, I guess. Boring for me.
3
Sep 27 2022
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Rio
Duran Duran
I never jumped on the Duran Duran fan-wagon. Not that I had any issues with them…I just never caught the wave. As such, I have never listened to a Duran Duran album in its entirety…at least not that I can recall.
This was a blast!!! No track disappointed.
5
Sep 28 2022
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Apocalypse Dudes
Turbonegro
No, thank you. Not the worst thing I ever heard, but also not at all something I need in my life. The opening bars of the first track had my ears perk up, but then it just turned to nothing special to me…maybe even a little irritating at times.
2
Sep 29 2022
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AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted
Ice Cube
This was my first Ice Cube album and I wanted to like it. I dig hip-hop, and most of the beats and samples were right in the pocket for me. Unfortunately, the lyrical content for many of the tracks was too violent towards women for me to love.
3
Sep 30 2022
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Chris
Christine and the Queens
I really found this pleasant to listen to, but I really could not follow the meaning of the lyrics even when reading along. Definitely something lost in translation for me.
5
Oct 01 2022
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Led Zeppelin II
Led Zeppelin
Even though I really wouldn't even give Led Zeppelin the least bit of consideration until I was an adult, when I hear their music now, it touches my soul like something that I have known all my life. Love it!
5
Oct 02 2022
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Trafalgar
Bee Gees
I didn't really enjoy this album, and if it wasn't the Bee Gees, it would have ranked lower...just kind of to slow and sad for me today.
4
Oct 03 2022
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Band On The Run
Paul McCartney and Wings
This is good stuff! The hit tracks that I already knew and the tracks that were new to me...just all good!
5
Oct 04 2022
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Pink Moon
Nick Drake
I fell in love with this album a couple of decades ago when it was gifted to me by one of my besties. Thank you, bestie!!!
5
Oct 05 2022
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Blood On The Tracks
Bob Dylan
This is one of the couple of Bob Dylan albums that I have had in my library for years. I very much enjoy the album. I certainly have not listened to all of his albums...really only a few...but this had got to be one of the best.
5
Oct 06 2022
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In Rainbows
Radiohead
I am definitely getting some exposure to Radiohead in this project, and I am pleased. I would like to spend some more time with the album because it was generally appealing to me, but I had too many distractions today to know for sure how I feel about it.
4
Oct 07 2022
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american dream
LCD Soundsystem
I enjoyed much of this album, although it is not yet clear to me that I needed this in my life. Maybe I’ll check back in with it again in the future.
4
Oct 08 2022
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The Soft Bulletin
The Flaming Lips
I was apprehensive when this album came up. I was pleasantly surprised, as I expected something with more noisy and rockin’ guitar. This was quite listenable and interesting.
5
Oct 09 2022
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A Seat at the Table
Solange
This was definitely a pleasant surprise for me. I have never had any motivation to check out any tunes by Solange. This album was a real treat though. A smooth funk groove with meaningful lyrical content. I really enjoyed it!!
5
Oct 10 2022
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Darklands
The Jesus And Mary Chain
Oh man, not these guys again... But wait, this doesn't sound the same as I remember them. This album was totally listenable...even pleasantly so...
4
Oct 11 2022
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Licensed To Ill
Beastie Boys
I have enjoyed the musical stylings of Beastie Boys for a long time, but I was not very familiar with this album. As far as the sampling and production, I totally dig it. Many of the raps strike on the side of immature boys, but I reckon that is kind of who they were at the time of this release.
I had lots of fun listening today!
5
Oct 12 2022
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Vanishing Point
Primal Scream
I was afraid when I saw the album cover, but this album kept me invested with repeated listens.
4
Oct 13 2022
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Country Life
Roxy Music
This one did not sit well with me. I don't know exactly what it was, but it was all rather grating my ears and nerves. It is not like it was terribly noisy or anything, but something about it was unpleasant and unsettling for me. The album cover didn't help...
3
Oct 14 2022
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Pretenders
Pretenders
I do like the sound of the Pretenders and the album totally rocked for me!
5
Oct 15 2022
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Nothing's Shocking
Jane's Addiction
I was not at all familiar with this album and I kept hoping for more like the other album that we heard. It was not quite there for me this time, but the album did have it moments.
3
Oct 16 2022
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Born In The U.S.A.
Bruce Springsteen
There are quite a few tracks on this album that I think that I would be a big fan of, if not for the Bruce vocals. They just really turn me off.
3
Oct 17 2022
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Speakerboxxx/The Love Below
OutKast
I first listened to this double album a few months ago. Going into it, I thought that I would prefer Andre 3000's album over Big Boi's. I was wrong about that.
The smoother groove of Big Boi's tracks sat better with me, although there are a couple of tracks from Andre 3000 that are absolutely top notch and hard to beat. I guess I just found the tracks on The Love Below that I didn't enjoy to be much more unappealing than any of the tracks on Speakerboxxx.
4
Oct 18 2022
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Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Wu-Tang Clan
This isn't the first time that I have listened to this album, but I am rather new to it. I very much appreciate what it brings!
5
Oct 19 2022
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Gentlemen
The Afghan Whigs
This album was neither appealing nor interesting to me. It is not a 1 because it didn’t cause pain to my earholes, and when it is playing I can just tune it out.
2
Oct 20 2022
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C'est Chic
CHIC
So much fun! So much dancing! Give me more!!
5
Oct 21 2022
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90
808 State
This was some fine electronic music. It had some good rhythm and some engaging samples. I struggle to appreciate why this album is so important to be on this list. But, I didn't mind listening.
4
Oct 22 2022
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Ready To Die
The Notorious B.I.G.
I was excited to see this album, as I have never taken the time to listen to a Biggie album. I did not fall in love with it. There were some very jarring tracks and the even the bright spots would start to drag on a bit much for me.
I appreciate Biggie's skills, but I think not as an album listen on any kind of regular basis.
3
Oct 23 2022
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Kick Out The Jams (Live)
MC5
I liked this a bit more than I thought that I would at first glance. A couple of the tracks were kind of catchy...but it was noisy and rough most of the time for me. So, I was just barely holding on for much of it.
3
Oct 24 2022
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Midnight Ride
Paul Revere & The Raiders
This definitely sounded like a 60s jam and I had a lot of fun listening.
5
Oct 25 2022
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Jazz Samba
Stan Getz
That was just wonderful! I guess I love Jazz Samba. Very smooth!!
5
Oct 26 2022
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Yankee Hotel Foxtrot
Wilco
This one just didn't really do it for me today. It just kind of slogged along and didn't really even capture my attention until a few tracks on the second track of the album. Those few tracks were enough to give life to the album, but that just brought it slightly above a "no, thank you" for me.
3
Oct 27 2022
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The Village Green Preservation Society
The Kinks
Totally groovy! I think that I need to expand my familiarity of The Kinks. This 60s rock sounds sweet to me.
5
Oct 28 2022
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Rubber Soul
Beatles
I don’t have much to say, other than I very much like this album.
5
Oct 29 2022
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...And Justice For All
Metallica
My disposition regarding metal hasn't changed...rarely am I in a mood that I think "Oh, you know what would pair well with this...some metal..." However, on that rare occasion, it is mostly Metallica that I turn to, and this album does contain one track that has always drawn me in. That track in One.
Other than that, it sounds much like other Metallica to me. So, I have no appreciation for what about this album is something I must listen to that others didn't already provide me. But now I have and I am all the better for it?
3
Oct 30 2022
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Sign 'O' The Times
Prince
It surprises me that I have never listened to this album before...at least it did not seem familiar. It is a masterpiece! Loved it, even more the second time through, and bummed I didn't make time for a third today, but I will soon.
5
Oct 31 2022
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Talking Heads 77
Talking Heads
I recall a time in my life when I didn't really care for music from Talking Heads. I outgrew that dislike and have come to appreciate a variety of works from this band. This album is no exception.
I liked what I was hearing musically. It was kind of unusual and interesting.
4
Nov 01 2022
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Elephant Mountain
The Youngbloods
On the first listen, my reaction was that it is a nice album and I like it. On the second, I thought, "Yeah, I like it, but I don't know that I love it." Then I listened to it 5 more times throughout the day. Hmmm...maybe I do love it...but I am just not in love with it...
4
Nov 02 2022
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Repeater
Fugazi
After the double hit of my second shingles shot and flu shot yesterday, I really needed a warm fuzzy blanket of sound to cuddle up with. This was NOT that for me.
I was able to make out the quality of "its complex interplay of guitar and rhythm section" for which it is noted according to the Wikipedia article. I can appreciate the effort here, but it didn't make me feel any better...
2
Nov 03 2022
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Pieces Of The Sky
Emmylou Harris
Here is the warm fuzzy blanket that I could have used yesterday!
5
Nov 04 2022
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Fuzzy
Grant Lee Buffalo
Another one that didn't make my earholes bleed, but it was not interesting nor was it inspiring for me. It just became a drone in the background. My ears did perk to Dixie Drug Store, but not enough to save this album for me.
2
Nov 05 2022
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Mama's Gun
Erykah Badu
Erykah Badu is an artist that I have very little familiarity with but has been on my list of artists that I wanted to explore more. So happy that this project has pushed me in that direction!! Loved it!
5
Nov 06 2022
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Space Ritual
Hawkwind
At first glance at what I was into with this double album, I felt dread. Then I started to listen, an although I thought the production quality was a bit lacking, I wasn't terribly opposed to what I was hearing.
Hmmm...I think I kind of like this psychedelic guitar rock...Wait, what is that somewhat irritating noise...Phew, that went away, but this one is dragging out a bit...Oh god! Spoken verse...Why?!?...When will it end...Okay, back to the groove and kind of diggin...aaaand he's talking again...How much longer is this?
2
Nov 07 2022
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The Beach Boys Today!
The Beach Boys
I've been a fan of The Beach Boys my entire life. I was more of a fan of the later orchestral sounds than the early surf songs, but I liked them all. How fun to be able to explore the evolution of their sound.
5
Nov 08 2022
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Stankonia
OutKast
Outkast, I am a fan. I like the groove..I like the funk...I like the style. That said, I do sometimes find the album listen a bit challenging...tends to feel stuffed to the gills just to stuff it. With just a bit of trim, I think I would enjoy it even more!
4
Nov 09 2022
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Penthouse And Pavement
Heaven 17
Something just felt lacking for me on this album. I guess it was fine, but it wasn't all that memorable for me and possibly at times a bit tedious. I hadn't heard of this group nor any of the tracks, but the sound was kind of a familiar one...just not one that captivated me...
3
Nov 10 2022
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Hot Buttered Soul
Isaac Hayes
This definitely was some hot buttered soul, and I was totally taken by it...until the interpretation of "By the Time I Get to Phoenix"...this track left me more like cold margarine.
5
Nov 11 2022
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The Real Thing
Faith No More
I had a super cool bestie in college that had this album, and as a result, I got to know it. This style of music really isn't at the top of my list of favorites, so if not for that connection to my bestie, I am sure that I wouldn't like it as much.
It was really great to revisit it today!
4
Nov 12 2022
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Nevermind
Nirvana
I did not appreciate this album when it was released. It could tolerate some singles a bit, but would have never imagined that I would like the album.
But now, I very much enjoy it!!
5
Nov 13 2022
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En-Tact
The Shamen
For my first listen, I was driving in the car with the volume kind of low as my passenger tried to sleep. So, it was a bit underwhelming, but I sensed that it was some proper dance/trance music.
Later, I listened with earbuds as I rode in the passenger's seat. You know, it somehow wasn't as good as I imagined it would be when I was kind of making up the details I couldn't hear all that well on my first listen. Good, though.
4
Nov 14 2022
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Rum Sodomy & The Lash
The Pogues
I enjoyed this album quite a bit. As soon as I finished my first listen, I immediately wanted to listen again...and I did. It was amazing!
5
Nov 15 2022
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Let's Get It On
Marvin Gaye
It did not hurt my feelings at all to listen to these smooth sounds. So sexy!! Honestly, there were a couple of moments in my multiple listens that I had the thought that some of the lyrical content was a little over the top for me, but it didn't stop me from starting the album over again once it finished.
5
Nov 16 2022
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At Newport 1960
Muddy Waters
I have never listened to a Muddy Waters album. Wasn’t sure I would be into it, but I was. Good times!!
5
Nov 17 2022
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Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness
The Smashing Pumpkins
I really enjoyed the first couple of tracks...then it just turned into an unrewarding task to listen to the end. An isolated bright spot here or there, but otherwise mostly uninteresting to me.
I recall being intrigued by the sounds of the singles released from this album, but I would not have enjoyed the entire album then and still don't
2
Nov 18 2022
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Boston
Boston
Great rock from the 70s!!
5
Nov 19 2022
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Tubular Bells
Mike Oldfield
So this was another album that just blended into the background. Nothing to make my earholes bleed, but also nothing that grabbed my attention or interest. Very meh, for me...
3
Nov 20 2022
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Seventeen Seconds
The Cure
It sounded like I thought that an album from album The Cure would. Fine, whatever. Not totally my thing, but not totally bad either.
3
Nov 21 2022
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Tusk
Fleetwood Mac
As much as I loved rumors, I was never compelled to invest in Tusk. So, this is mostly new to me.
I wasn’t immediately sold on it, but I am coming around. I’m kind of torn, as I don’t know that I love it…certainly some tracks I could do without. I’ll bump up because I find Christie and Stevie so captivating.
5
Nov 22 2022
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Home Is Where The Music Is
Hugh Masekela
Some very pleasant jazz! It was new to me and I was glad to meet it.
5
Nov 23 2022
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The Predator
Ice Cube
Yeah, I dug it! Not all the themes are appetizing, but overall today was a good listen.
5
Nov 24 2022
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Roxy Music
Roxy Music
I put this on last night as I crawled into bed. I didn't manage to make it through before I fell asleep. At the time, I wasn't overly enjoying it, but I didn't think it was so bad.
Then today, when I listened again, I didn't really find anything about it appealing, and some was a bit irritating. I guess Roxy Music just isn't for me.
2
Nov 25 2022
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3 Years, 5 Months And 2 Days In The Life Of...
Arrested Development
I have listened to this album MANY times in my life and I love it. This was an album that I have recommended to many too.
I love it!! I am thankful for this album today.
5
Nov 26 2022
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Emergency On Planet Earth
Jamiroquai
So groovy and funky! Totally dug it!!
5
Nov 27 2022
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Talking Book
Stevie Wonder
100!
5
Nov 28 2022
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69 Love Songs
The Magnetic Fields
Hmmmm…I guess to wanted to dislike this album as soon as I saw the~3hr love song theme. But once I started listening, it was mostly a warm reception from me.
I like a lot, but does that push it to a 5? I struggle,,,
5
Nov 29 2022
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Screamadelica
Primal Scream
I really enjoyed most of the album. There were a few moments where the vibe kind of lagged for me, but overall, I found it quite good!
4
Nov 30 2022
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Here Are the Sonics
The Sonics
The tunes were fun with a rough edge. I can dig it!!
4
Dec 01 2022
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D.O.A. the Third and Final Report of Throbbing Gristle
Throbbing Gristle
I didn’t really enjoy listening to any of this and it almost left me weeping on the floor.
I guess I found it conceptually interesting, but not really something to listen to for entertainment or comfort.
2
Dec 02 2022
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Get Rich Or Die Tryin'
50 Cent
I appreciate 50 Cent's story and the beats that back him. Although, I don't appreciate the non-explicit version at all...where are all the words???? ;)
4
Dec 03 2022
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Bandwagonesque
Teenage Fanclub
This did not appeal to me. I found it boring at best, for most of the album. In fact, the first time I listened, I fell asleep the second track in. Okay, I was exhausted and not even trying to stay awake. On second listen, I kind of wished that I was asleep...
In both cases, while asleep and while awake, the last track did catch my ear a bit.
2
Dec 04 2022
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Fire Of Love
The Gun Club
I wasn't in the best mood to listen today (I think Jesus hates me)...and that may have tainted my opinion. I think that if I knew this band and was hanging out at a venue listening, then I might like it. But since I don't know these cats and I wasn't hanging out at a concert, it kind of just sounded like whining to me.
2
Dec 05 2022
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Chelsea Girl
Nico
I am not really sure how to express how I felt in words here. I didn't really mind it, but her voice was often so stern, I wondered if I was being reprimanded for something. Track after track with that tone did start to drain me, too.
I might need a second or third listen to really know how I feel.
4
Dec 06 2022
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Close To The Edge
Yes
The beginning of the first track was a little too zany for me and I thought that this would be a terribly rough ride. After the first few minutes, it settled down and I started to find some enjoyment. It is still a little at arm's length for me, but I listened to it twice while I was working and was always surprised, and maybe slightly disappointed, when it ended.
4
Dec 07 2022
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Little Earthquakes
Tori Amos
I just love love love this album! Have I really been singing along to this for 30 years?!? I suppose that is why it felt like coming home as "every finger in the room is pointing at me".
5
Dec 08 2022
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Picture Book
Simply Red
I have never loved Simply Red. Something just feels like it is missing for me whenever I hear one of his tunes. I thought that perhaps an album might open my eyes to the allure, but there were no hidden gems in here for me to bring me around. When I thought that maybe I should give it a second listen just in case it would grow on me, I just couldn't bring myself to do it today.
3
Dec 09 2022
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Life Thru A Lens
Robbie Williams
Robbie Williams, have I heard of this dude? Maybe...
Oh, I guess I am familiar with "Angels"...but nothing else seemed familiar, and at first run through, I didn't find any interest in becoming familiar.
However, as I worked on my grading, I repeated the album 3 or 4 (or 5 or 6) times and it really started to grow on me. This one is a keeper for me!
5
Dec 10 2022
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Is This It
The Strokes
At first listen, the best I could say was that I didn't hate it. During the second listen, I warmed up a bit and found some catchy moments. Maybe I should I have stopped there, because on the third listen I was kind of back to just not hating it.
(Shrug)
3
Dec 11 2022
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Fisherman's Blues
The Waterboys
I did not love every track on this album, but as an album, I enjoyed it.
4
Dec 12 2022
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Born To Be With You
Dion
Well, I found that rather boring. Each song kind of left like it just dragged on and on.
2
Dec 13 2022
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Time Out
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
This was wonderful! Although being familiar with Take Five, it never occurred to me to investigate The Dave Brubeck Quartet any further. Well, in retrospect, that was kind of dumb of me. Love these time signatures!
5
Dec 14 2022
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Scum
Napalm Death
This is a HARD no for me. There is nothing here for my ears. Despite the fact that the album made me laugh a couple of times, I have zero interest in it.
1
Dec 15 2022
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Made In Japan
Deep Purple
Although I can appreciate the quality of this band’s performance and I appreciate the quality of the live recording, I wasn’t really into it.
3
Dec 16 2022
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Second Toughest In The Infants
Underworld
I think that I was less than thrilled with this album because of the volume of electronica we have already had in the project. I mean, I like electronica, but it was challenging for me to hear what might be so extraordinary for this album.
3
Dec 17 2022
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GREY Area
Little Simz
This was new to me and totally great.
5
Dec 18 2022
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Alien Lanes
Guided By Voices
At first I thought it was boring, but then it started to irritate me.
2
Dec 19 2022
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Odessa
Bee Gees
I can't quite dance to the Bee Gees of the 60s the way I can to the Bee Gees of the 70s, but there is still a sound that I am fond of. A few tracks did leave me a little cold though.
4
Dec 20 2022
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Chicago Transit Authority
Chicago
I was excited to check out the debut album from Chicago. It mostly didn't disappoint, but there were a couple of free-form guitar tracks that had me straining to make it through.
4
Dec 21 2022
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Wild Is The Wind
Nina Simone
Absolutely stunning!
5
Dec 22 2022
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Music in Exile
Songhoy Blues
If not for this listening project, would I have ever been introduced to this album...I suspect not. So glad that I didn't miss this opportunity!!
I will admit that it kind of got repetitive sounding to me, but not enough to mark it down.
5
Dec 23 2022
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Kimono My House
Sparks
This was an odd one. I kinda didn’t want to like it, but it was upbeat and a little bit fun. So I guess I kinda did end up liking it.
4
Dec 24 2022
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The Fat Of The Land
The Prodigy
This was okay, but I had hoped it would be better. I got kind of bored...to the point that I stopped listening about half way through and then forgot to finishing listening until the next day.
3
Dec 25 2022
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1977
Ash
Blah, blah, blah...yawn...guitars, guitars, guitars...yawn. This did not hit the right spot for me today. Just a droning noise for the most part.
2
Dec 26 2022
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My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
Kanye West
Ye, can you get please just stay in the studio? There is some undeniable talent here, even if some of that talent may be surrounding one’s self with others will talent.
3
Dec 27 2022
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The Low End Theory
A Tribe Called Quest
I really dig this groove.
4
Dec 28 2022
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Behaviour
Pet Shop Boys
Not at all familiar with this album, but I fell in love with it immediately and hoped the feeling would last…it did!
5
Dec 29 2022
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Station To Station
David Bowie
I was never a fan of the Golden Years and so I wasn’t overly thrilled to see this album. However, in the context of the album, the track fits, and I enjoyed the album experience.
4
Dec 30 2022
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Vespertine
Björk
I definitely enjoyed this album more than I thought that I would. It was very interesting, but also accessible for me...not too avant-garde. After another listen or two, it may have bumped to a 5-star, but I'm just not sure
4
Dec 31 2022
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The Who Sell Out
The Who
I was excited to check out some more from The Who. However, the first couple of tracks left me perplexed and not at all interested. Then things suddenly turned around and I became quite enchanted. So, a few tracks that I prefer to just skip over, but the rest I really enjoyed.
4
Jan 01 2023
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The Slim Shady LP
Eminem
I very much enjoy the quality of this album. It sounds so catchy, although the stories are rough. There is loads of cleverness and creativity, although I really wish Eminem could been a bit more creative about how to treat those cheating hoes.
4
Jan 02 2023
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Younger Than Yesterday
The Byrds
A fun listen. A mix of styles with mostly very pleasant results. The track Mind Gardens left me a little cold, but the rest was generally good to great.
4
Jan 03 2023
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Clandestino
Manu Chao
Musically this was fun. Lyrically, I cannot really judge, so the album gets a pass on that. If only some of the other albums that we’ve had were not in English…
5
Jan 04 2023
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Soul Mining
The The
I found this album pretty good. The 80s essence was quite palatable.
4
Jan 05 2023
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Deserter's Songs
Mercury Rev
Yawn!
3
Jan 06 2023
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Dig Your Own Hole
The Chemical Brothers
I wanted to love this album, but it fell a bit short. I found some of the tracks a bit tedious. Even so, there was a lot for me to like here.
4
Jan 07 2023
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Berlin
Lou Reed
After the first listen, I thought that the album was interesting, but not one that I am likely to ever revisit. But as I listened again today, I became very captured by it all. I can now see spending much more time with this one.
5
Jan 08 2023
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Nighthawks At The Diner
Tom Waits
I wasn't expecting an album like this from Tom Waits. It was delightful. I very much appreciated his laugh (when he amused himself). I do hope that this is his natural laugh and not the laugh of some character he was playing...
5
Jan 09 2023
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Melody A.M.
Röyksopp
Well, I didn't get anything special or noteworthy out of this album. It was likable, but I don't know that I am any better off having listened.
4
Jan 10 2023
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Buffalo Springfield Again
Buffalo Springfield
I very much enjoyed this album. I totally got into the rock vibe of the 60s that this group was putting out!
5
Jan 11 2023
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The Infotainment Scan
The Fall
Well, this album couldn't end soon enough for me. I didn't dig the vocal stylings and it was a tedious task to listen today.
2
Jan 12 2023
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Different Class
Pulp
This album grabbed me from the start, but then kind started letting me down as it progressed. So, I didn't love it throughout, but it was good overall.
3
Jan 13 2023
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Thriller
Michael Jackson
I was never over the moon about this album, and I still was not thrilled (yep...) this time around (independent of what feelings I may have about MJ). Two, or maybe three, outstanding singles, but the rest I can take or leave...and a couple of those I may actually prefer to leave...
But the two or three had me absolutely unable to sit still!
4
Jan 14 2023
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The Man Machine
Kraftwerk
This one struck my fancy today.
5
Jan 15 2023
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I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got
Sinead O'Connor
I didn't have much appreciation for Sinead back when this album was released and never had I ever listened to it. This was a real treat!
5
Jan 16 2023
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Hypocrisy Is The Greatest Luxury
The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
I enjoy what Michael Franti creates. I will admit that The Disposable Heroes did not draw me in quite the way that Spearhead does, but the album was a winner.
5
Jan 17 2023
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MTV Unplugged In New York
Nirvana
I've always been a fan of this album, although not a huge Nirvana in general. I love the way Nirvana sounds in this setting. It did not disappoint as I listened today!
5
Jan 18 2023
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Maggot Brain
Funkadelic
This wasn't exactly what I was expecting when I saw Funkadelic come up. The opening track had me with head tilted and brows furrowed trying to figure out what this album was. It was a nice ride though.
4
Jan 19 2023
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Autobahn
Kraftwerk
I have no problems with Kraftwerk and I have enjoyed becoming acquainted with some of their library of work. However, two albums within the same week seemed a bit out of balance and perhaps created an uphill battle to win my affections. They did it!
5
Jan 20 2023
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Calenture
The Triffids
This was incredibly boring for me. Musically it did not connect with me at all. A lot of the album kind of struck me like some Christian pop which always feels empty to me.
2
Jan 21 2023
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Young Americans
David Bowie
This flavor of Bowie didn’t really hit my palate right. It definitely was a departure from the glam rock style, but it felt more like trying for the soul, R&B than hitting it.
It sure was saxy…and for me, this was not it a good way.
3
Jan 22 2023
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Kollaps
Einstürzende Neubauten
This took an extra day for me to get through. It wasn't because I found it too difficult to listen to...I just found it too difficult to find an appropriate place in my day to listen. I thought about listening while doing some home remodel demo, but I was afraid that it might all just blend together with the demo sounds.
Later, as I tried to listen, I found myself nodding off, so I guess I found it somewhat soothing... It was interesting (when I made it through while awake) at the very least!
3
Jan 23 2023
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Dirty
Sonic Youth
Oh, you Youth...why all the noisiness??
I almost liked a lot of this album and actually did like some of it.
3
Jan 24 2023
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Shake Your Money Maker
The Black Crowes
I can't remember the last time that I listened to the album...and it is possible that I never did listen from beginning to end in one sitting before today. It was great! The blues-rock hit just the right spot!
5
Jan 25 2023
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Viva Hate
Morrissey
I found a number of tracks musically interesting and appealing. Vocally, I not so much a fan. And lyrically, I honestly wasn't paying close enough attention most of the time to know, but I doubt I am much of a fan.
3
Jan 26 2023
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Fever Ray
Fever Ray
I was really digging this sound, but then the tracks started to blur together and it didn't quite keep me so interested. I may try again sometime, because the like that I felt at first was strong.
4
Jan 27 2023
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Hot Fuss
The Killers
I had never listened to this album and, if asked, I am not sure that I really even knew the name of the band from the couple of singles that I did know. I really enjoyed the album.
5
Jan 28 2023
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My Aim Is True
Elvis Costello
I mean, I guess if I had to listen to an Elvis Costello album, then this one wouldn't be the worst choice for me, but I really don't want to have to listen to an Elvis Costello album...at least not any one that I have heard so far. This album has a nice popiness to it, and I did find the melodies fun much of the time.
3
Jan 29 2023
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The Slider
T. Rex
I was totally tickled at first. I thought that this would be really fun. It turns out that there isn't much range here, so it got a bit not so fun and more just more of a ho-hum head nod listen.
3
Jan 30 2023
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LP1
FKA twigs
At first I thought that 1001 had presented me with another new found gem. It was interesting and different...at first. But then each track sounded more or less like the previous and it really started to wear me down. I kept hoping for a pivot of some sort, but there was none and what FKA twigs was giving me just didn't hold my interest.
3
Jan 31 2023
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Heartattack And Vine
Tom Waits
Hmmm...another Tom Waits album. I think this one is what I was expecting from Tom Waits. It was good.
5
Feb 01 2023
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Will The Circle Be Unbroken
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
This was a wonderful album! A little nitty and a little gritty and a whole lotta collaboration. I agree that this album belongs on this list!
5
Feb 02 2023
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Yeezus
Kanye West
Disappointed. Although I prefer to not have to think about Kanye at all, I hope for some catchy beats. This album did not do that for me. Maybe two fleeting moments of "Ah, here we go. ... Oh, guess not."
2
Feb 03 2023
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Woodface
Crowded House
I like the vibe of Crowded House, but I was not familiar with this album. Nice.
4
Feb 04 2023
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Siamese Dream
The Smashing Pumpkins
Just not a Smashing Pumpkins fan, I guess. A track or two sprinkled into a mix is probably a better fit for me and I could really appreciate them, but an entire album just doesn't appeal.
3
Feb 05 2023
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Definitely Maybe
Oasis
I think cramming multiple days of homework into one may have resulted in less love for this album than I could have had. I listened back-to-back with some other 90s rock, and although I liked this album more than that one, as it had a lighter feel, I was ready to move on to something else.
4
Feb 06 2023
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Bayou Country
Creedence Clearwater Revival
I wasn't disappointed with this one at all. I loved the ones I knew and the ones I didn't...although that Graveyard Train was certainly a long track (uh-huh)...
5
Feb 07 2023
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Rattus Norvegicus
The Stranglers
I liked it more than I thought that I would at first glance. Kind of a cool sound, but not something that I am really interested in hearing again.
3
Feb 08 2023
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Straight Outta Compton
N.W.A.
I don't recall ever having listened to this album before...the gangsta rap not being my favorite hip-hop style. And it certainly has its flaws for me as far as lyrical content. However, the West Coast feel with funky tracks does have some appeal!
4
Feb 09 2023
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Me Against The World
2Pac
I was excited to see this album. I have never taken the time to listen to an album from 2Pac, but have had an interest to do so.
I was immediately taken in and invested. It hit me emotionally. Then, as the album continued, it started to sound really one-note to me. I guess I expected a bit more variety in the tracks, but it did not deliver that to me.
4
Feb 10 2023
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My Life In The Bush Of Ghosts
Brian Eno
This was interesting and not at all difficult to listen to. I can see pulling this one back up from time to time for some background listening.
4
Feb 11 2023
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Natty Dread
Bob Marley & The Wailers
Hmmm…Reggae, no thanks, but okay, I’ll listen. Wait, what? I was totally in the groove of this album.
I did get a bit reggae weary by the end, but I did really like the album.
4
Feb 12 2023
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Pictures At An Exhibition
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Although I appreciated the concept, when I started listening yesterday, this album was not sitting well. So, I set it aside and tried again today. On second approach, I found the album more tolerable, but still just not going down very smoothly.
There were a couple of moments when I was captivated, but mostly I spent each track thinking how much I just wasn't getting this. Again, in concept though, I was disappointed that I wasn't getting it.
3
Feb 13 2023
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The Velvet Underground
The Velvet Underground
The Velvet Underground, sure, I know about them, right? Well, maybe…but is their typical sound…I have no clue.
Regardless, I was sitting right in the pocket of this groove. It hit me just right. Diggable rock from the 60s!
5
Feb 14 2023
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Devotional Songs
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
This was something new and different. I was a bit concerned that it might grow a bit tiresome, but it definitely did not. Outstanding!
5
Feb 15 2023
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Da Capo
Love
The album started out with some enjoyable rock from the 60s with kind of a psychedelic feel. Then something changed and I started to not enjoy it. The final track with a jazz vibe was kind of nice, without the screaming. Overall, just not something that I found all that delightful.
3
Feb 16 2023
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Hejira
Joni Mitchell
I think this kind of meandering jazzy song structure would not work for me, in general. However, the instrumentation was very nice and Joni's voice just had me from the first note. I kind of felt uneasy at times, but each time the album ended, I wanted to start it again.
5
Feb 17 2023
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Cheap Thrills
Big Brother & The Holding Company
Cool, another band that I feel like I should have more knowledge of. The tracks were a bit more raw and loud than I tend to love, but it was some good stuff. Rockin'!
4
Feb 18 2023
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From Elvis In Memphis
Elvis Presley
I loved this album! I mean, sure, it’s Elvis! It had me groovin’ and just put me in the greatest mood…like, giddy… for the rest of the day.
5
Feb 19 2023
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Bug
Dinosaur Jr.
Why?
2
Feb 20 2023
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Steve McQueen
Prefab Sprout
I found this album rather boring.
3
Feb 21 2023
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The Dark Side Of The Moon
Pink Floyd
I have listened to this album many times. I credit this to my bestie…I am thinking she even had a Dark Side of the Moon poster in college…I was otherwise not cool enough.
At any rate, this is an ultimate album experience!!
5
Feb 22 2023
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Tigermilk
Belle & Sebastian
I found some of these tracks musically kind of cute, and others a bit disappointing...kind of like under-seasoned food that smells great but tastes kind of bland. It was just like a little something was missing at times for me.
4
Feb 23 2023
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Hypnotised
The Undertones
I found the tracks on this album pretty catchy and fun. There were times when I thought "Oh, this sounds like..." (and I couldn't actually fill in the blank other than to think that it was some other band that I have heard before), but it is just as likely that that other band sounded like The Undertones than The Undertones sounding like them. Pretty good, I reckon.
4
Feb 24 2023
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The Renaissance
Q-Tip
I found this to be a hip-hop album that was very easy to listen to. The more I listened, the more enjoyment I found.
4
Feb 25 2023
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Stand!
Sly & The Family Stone
Ya, ya-ya, ya, ya!!! This is just the best! So much soul!!
5
Feb 26 2023
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Ocean Rain
Echo And The Bunnymen
I might need another listen or two to come to a full appreciation of this album. I think it is good and sounds grand in production, but it also sounds like a style of music that I can like, but don't usually love.
4
Feb 27 2023
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The Psychedelic Sounds of the 13th Floor Elevators
The 13th Floor Elevators
I guess the title of the album sounded a bit cooler than I found the listening experience to be. I don't hate that it was the assignment, but I think one listen is enough for me.
3
Feb 28 2023
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High Violet
The National
This is another new one for me. The first track really grabbed me and I was quite interested in hearing the rest of the album. It didn't really hold my attention as I had hoped, but I did find some moments.
4
Mar 01 2023
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Closer
Joy Division
As the first track started, I was so excited for the rest. The rhythm totally grabbed me!! I did enjoy much of the rest of the album, but it did not captivate me as much as that first track.
4
Mar 02 2023
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Morrison Hotel
The Doors
This rating has far less to do with my listening experience and more about how I want to make sure that Jim Morrison loves me when I meet him in heaven some day.
5
Mar 03 2023
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New Boots And Panties
Ian Dury
I found the music fun to listen to, and it all seemed a little quirky to me...not that this is a bad thing.
4
Mar 04 2023
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Juju
Siouxsie And The Banshees
This was what I was expecting from Siouxsie And The Banshees. Although I don’t recall ever hearing any of these tracks before, there was something VERY familiar about a couple…so perhaps I have a poor memory.
I was left a bit torn in that I really loved (I mean really really loved) some moments and for others, I couldn’t wait to move on. So, I don’t think I will ever want to revisit the entire album, but it was a good experience for the day.
4
Mar 05 2023
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Gunfighter Ballads And Trail Songs
Marty Robbins
I generally would not be interested by a full album of gunfighter ballads and trail songs, but this one was worth the listen.
4
Mar 06 2023
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Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables
Dead Kennedys
Well, that wasn't as bad as I thought it might be. Not ever really embracing punk music. Surprised at how much I liked what I was hearing...at least for about 15 minutes...after that, it all started to get tiring and I found myself kind of blocking it out and it was difficult to keep my focus on the music. Still I think it was a pretty good punk album.
4
Mar 07 2023
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Darkness on the Edge of Town
Bruce Springsteen
Uhg...having this album, that I wouldn't enjoy on a good day, as the soundtrack of a dreadful day of grading almost made me ill. I did let it play twice to see if there was anything that I might find valuable in my life or enjoyable to my ears. I did not.
Bruce, you are not for me...
2
Mar 08 2023
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Out Of The Blue
Electric Light Orchestra
It doesn't get much better than this for me. It is perfect!!
5
Mar 09 2023
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Exodus
Bob Marley & The Wailers
Well, for being "not a fan of reggae", I have enjoyed my time with Bob Marley in this project. I much preferred the second half of the album over the first, and I think that may have left me less reggae-weary than I think that I would typically be after a full album.
Thank you for the education, 1001...
4
Mar 10 2023
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Ill Communication
Beastie Boys
I purchased this album back when it was a new release. I have listened to it occasionally over the years. I was always taken with the variety of musical styles on this album. I enjoy this album more now than I did when it was a new release.
5
Mar 11 2023
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Veckatimest
Grizzly Bear
Not at all familiar with Grizzly Bear, but I found it an interesting listen. I was too focused on other things while I listened to even begin to have the foggiest idea what the tracks were about lyrically, but the melodies and rhythms were ear catching for me.
4
Mar 12 2023
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Tanto Tempo
Bebel Gilberto
I can hear Rio’s beaches calling. I think that the listening experience was enhanced by the non-English language lyrics.
5
Mar 13 2023
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Eagles
Eagles
Being a “best of” kind of Eagles fan, much of this album was new. By the second listen, all the tracks felt familiar due to that easy-breezy, California-country-rock-squeezy style.
5
Mar 14 2023
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Strangeways, Here We Come
The Smiths
Yeah...so, The Smiths...again... Is there something distinctively different about this one? Ummm, I think so?? I guess it seemed a bit more upbeat/catchy, like my attention was a but less inclined to wander.
Even so, I didn't really love the album. I would probably still rank it in the "well, at least I don't feel that I have to run out of the room screaming" category, but maybe on the upper end of that block.
4
Mar 15 2023
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Sail Away
Randy Newman
This was very enjoyable. I found myself repeatedly asking, “Now, what film was this in?”
5
Mar 16 2023
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At Budokan
Cheap Trick
This was a rockin' awesome album!! I want to be there!
5
Mar 17 2023
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The Suburbs
Arcade Fire
This was an acceptable album. It didn’t overly tickle my fancy, but I liked some it and didn’t hate any of it.
4
Mar 18 2023
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All Things Must Pass
George Harrison
I wasn’t fully sure what I was in for, especially considering the length of the album, but it hit me just right today. I very much enjoyed it as a whole, but not such a fan of the long instrumentals.
5
Mar 19 2023
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Paul's Boutique
Beastie Boys
Despite the fact that the majority of the time that you are listening to a Beastie Boys' album you are being shouted at, and I would generally try to avoid such experiences, I do enjoy the Beastie Boys.
The highlight of this album really is the sampling...thank you, Dust Brothers. But there is also a playfulness, like they are all just there having fun.
5
Mar 20 2023
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Freak Out!
The Mothers Of Invention
I have never checked any of Frank Zappa's work...maybe an incidental track or two along the way, but I assumed that it might be too experimental for my tastes. I was surprised to hear how conventional the tracks on this album were...oh wait, there is more what I was expecting...
I appreciate having the album on the project. Not in love, but glad to be introduced.
4
Mar 21 2023
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American IV: The Man Comes Around
Johnny Cash
This is a beautiful album. I had heard some tracks from it, but never as a whole. I didn't love every cover, but I loved the passion throughout.
5
Mar 22 2023
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Harvest
Neil Young
I've said it before and I am guessing I may have to say it again and again, but I am not a fan of Neil Young. This album didn't help change my mind at all.
There are some grand gestures with the symphony, but I am not sure that was a plus on this album.
3
Mar 23 2023
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Queen Of Denmark
John Grant
This is a new one for me, and I liked it. There is a beauty and brightness to the melodies and harmonies that was very appealing to my ears. The lyrics were interesting and kind of quirky, which I also dug.
I am pleased to have met John Grant today!
5
Mar 24 2023
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I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight
Richard Thompson
I think that this was a good record for the British folk rock. Not something that I loved or will be inspired to revisit, but it was fairly easy to listen to.
4
Mar 25 2023
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Everything Must Go
Manic Street Preachers
I enjoyed the musical arrangements a great deal. I had never heard of the group, but at least on this album they reminded me of another band I like…so that means I like them too, right?
4
Mar 26 2023
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The Marshall Mathers LP
Eminem
I guess I would have classified myself as someone who likes Eminem. I found his singles ear-catching, but listening to these albums full of anger and hate in one sitting is exhausting.
I definitely find the production excellent and the backing tracks very appealing. Eminem has surrounded himself with talented folk. But, at least for this stage of his career, I have a low tolerance for his story, as told on these tracks.
4
Mar 27 2023
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The New Tango
Astor Piazzolla
I am not familiar enough with the tango to know what is "new" or not or "tango" or not about the tracks on this album. Lots of energy, that's for sure!!
4
Mar 28 2023
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Moondance
Van Morrison
I have listened to this album many, many, many, many times in my life. It is not my favorite Van Morrison album, but it certainly is the sound that is most popular and familiar. I love it.
5
Mar 29 2023
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Madman Across The Water
Elton John
Other than the hit tracks, this was all new to me. The recipe of Bernie and Elton just doesn’t seem to go wrong. Now, why this album over others of their discography, I don’t know. Makes me curious, though.
5
Mar 30 2023
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Introducing The Hardline According To Terence Trent D'Arby
Terence Trent D'Arby
I guess that this album made a star of Terence Trent D'Arby/Sananda Maitreya, but I was not all that impressed with it. There was a moment or two, but overall, as an album, I have no desire to revisit again.
3
Mar 31 2023
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My Generation
The Who
The debut studio album from The Who...yes, I get why this album would appear on a list such as this. I was excited to give it a listen. The first track did grab my attention, but overall I was a bit disappointed. I guess it sounded a little unpolished or maybe it's just an immature The Who, I don't know exactly, but underwhelming for me.
3
Apr 01 2023
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Neon Bible
Arcade Fire
It seems that I am in like with Arcade Fire.
4
Apr 02 2023
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Beach Samba
Astrud Gilberto
This was fabulous! I love the Beach Samba!
(There were just a couple of tracks that I might have suggested not be included because they didn't seem to fit).
5
Apr 03 2023
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Devil Without A Cause
Kid Rock
I remember the hit singles from this album and how I kind of dug their groove. I still do. I think that the mixes are pretty good, in general. So, there is some entertainment value here for me. As for the lyrical content, that may be a bit uninspired for me overall, but considering that I often am not paying any attention to the lyrics, I kind of like this album.
4
Apr 04 2023
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Dookie
Green Day
I am pretty sure that I didn't really care for Green Day all that much back in the day. I'm sure glad that this project has put them into my listening path. They do not disappoint!
5
Apr 05 2023
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Millions Now Living Will Never Die
Tortoise
Interesting and I could see it growing on me, if I gave it a chance. It didn’t thrill me though. After what seemed about an album’s worth I was getting kind of bored and looked to see how much was left…oh, we’re still in the first track… I might give it a second listen sometime for background music while working.
3
Apr 06 2023
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Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath
This is good! I mean WAY good!! I guess I love young Black Sabbath
5
Apr 07 2023
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Among The Living
Anthrax
I guess I didn’t hate it, but overall this was not an album that I found any interest in. I would prefer to not hear it again.
2
Apr 08 2023
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Bongo Rock
Incredible Bongo Band
I mean, funky bongos?!? What more could one possibly ask for???
5
Apr 09 2023
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White Ladder
David Gray
This was a nice and pleasant listen. I had forgotten about Babylon from back in the day, and I sense that this whole album will now suffer that fate. There’s nothing particularly bad, but it also seems to be missing a hook to draw me back.
4
Apr 10 2023
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The Clash
The Clash
I enjoyed rockin’ out to this band today…and by “rockin’ out” I mean grading…
5
Apr 11 2023
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The Idiot
Iggy Pop
I really appreciate having such easy access to the vast streaming library of music out there so that I can explore artists such as Iggy Pop that I was always a bit curious about. This album was pretty good for me, although I was more captured by the first few tracks than the later.
4
Apr 12 2023
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Searching For The Young Soul Rebels
Dexys Midnight Runners
I didn't love the album, and I think that this was largely due to the tone of the vocals, but it was pretty fun and unexpected. I warmed a bit more the second time around, but still not the best for me.
4
Apr 13 2023
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To Pimp A Butterfly
Kendrick Lamar
I wanted to love the album and I really did appreciate and respect the mix of musical styles. Unfortunately there were a few tracks that just did not sit well with me, and made loving it complicated...enough so that it brought the entire album experience down a notch for me.
4
Apr 14 2023
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The Sun Rises In The East
Jeru The Damaja
Was this album significant to the revival of the East Coast hip hop scene? So the Wikipedia tells me, but Jeru didn’t do much for me today. Not unlistenable, but not very appealing to me either.
3
Apr 15 2023
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Automatic For The People
R.E.M.
Having let the R.E.M. fan-wagon pass my by, I can't say that I ever even listened to one of their albums if full before 1001. I did like this one, but I am not sure that I would have appreciated it so much back in the day. It has not compelled me to dig deeper into their library, but it was a good album.
5
Apr 16 2023
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Water From An Ancient Well
Abdullah Ibrahim
Nice and straightforward jazz. I am not sure there was much that was noteworthy, but it was pleasant enough to listen to. I guess I was expecting more piano from the info about Abdullah Ibrahim, though.
4
Apr 17 2023
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2112
Rush
Wait, what?!? The album was only 39 minutes…it felt so much longer. I have never had any interest in listening to a Rush album, and this album has not changed that at all. I mean, it didn’t make me want to vomit or anything, but it also did not appeal to me in the least.
3
Apr 18 2023
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Live And Dangerous
Thin Lizzy
For a live album, I thought that it was a pretty good one. For me, the rockin' from the 70s only goes so far on my enjoyment scale. In small slices, I can really rock out, but then it just seems to get less and less interesting. So, my appreciation for this album is limited.
3
Apr 19 2023
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OK
Talvin Singh
I was pretty excited to give this a listen after skimming over the description. It didn't quite live up to what I was hoping for though. I do appreciate the innovation, but the execution was kind of dull.
4
Apr 20 2023
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Planet Rock: The Album
Afrika Bambaataa
Some old school hip-hop...awesome! Well, at least I thought that it would be and then the thrill kind of died as it started to sound a bit stale to me.
4
Apr 21 2023
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The Bones Of What You Believe
CHVRCHES
This one was totally new to me and I thought it was enjoyable. It didn't always connect, but overall it made a positive impression.
4
Apr 22 2023
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Catch A Fire
Bob Marley & The Wailers
Turns out that I kind of dig the reggae music…at least with Bob Marley at the helm.
4
Apr 23 2023
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Throwing Muses
Throwing Muses
The album was okay. Not something that I really connected with, but a couple of the tracks sounded kind of kool.
3
Apr 24 2023
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Music
Madonna
I had never listened to this album until today. I haven't listened to many of Madonna's albums. I guess that I am not a huge fan. I enjoyed it.
4
Apr 25 2023
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Let's Stay Together
Al Green
I will gladly attend the church of Al Green any day! So much soul!
5
Apr 26 2023
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Songs From A Room
Leonard Cohen
Hmmmm...I think that if this were the first Leonard Cohen album for me that I may not have been so anxious to explore more of his library. A couple of tracks really grabbed me, but some others really did not. Also, to me it is even more noticeable that he is not the strongest singer here...but I think that might be part of the draw.
3
Apr 27 2023
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Arise
Sepultura
Am I the only one who thinks this album needs more cowbell
2
Apr 28 2023
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The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan
This young Bob Dylan vibe hit me well today, even though not every song did. I was very intrigued by Corrina, Corrina, although I didn't really like the way he pronounced "Corrina".
5
Apr 29 2023
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Histoire De Melody Nelson
Serge Gainsbourg
Well, my years of high school French weren’t enough for me to follow the details of this story, but the music was sure groovy. I can very much appreciate its influence.
Now reading about the theme creeps me out, so I am going to try to ignore that…
5
Apr 30 2023
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Parallel Lines
Blondie
Oh wow! This album was a blast. I am not surprised, but I am surprised that this is the first time that I have listened to an entire Blondie album (at least to my recollection). Why haven't I bothered to do so, when I assume that I would be a fan??? shrug ???
5
May 01 2023
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Ray Of Light
Madonna
well, this album could change a person's mind about being a Madonna fan. It was beautiful and amazing!
5
May 02 2023
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The Chronic
Dr. Dre
Dre's debut album...sure, I think I should listen to that one. The beats are pretty awesome and the album definitely is some foundational hip-hop of the 90s. Unfortunately, the lyrical content just didn't age well.
3
May 03 2023
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Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not
Arctic Monkeys
That was a bit of rockin' fun. I wasn't so sure that I would be able to appreciate the album from the first track, but then it settled in. Yeah, it was good.
5
May 04 2023
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Central Reservation
Beth Orton
I found this album to be an absolute delight. Gorgeous.
Now, on the first listen there was a window of two or three tracks that started to drag on me just a little...I think it seemed like too much melancholy or something. On the second and third listen, I didn't have the same reaction, so I guess it was my changing mood.
5
May 05 2023
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Heaven Or Las Vegas
Cocteau Twins
Not really familiar with Cocteau Twins. The album was pleasant.
4
May 06 2023
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Darkdancer
Les Rythmes Digitales
I don’t know that these were particularly special dance tracks, but the album was fun enough…except that one track that I couldn’t make it through.
4
May 07 2023
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Something/Anything?
Todd Rundgren
Another artist on my "I should really get to know their work" list. So, thank you, 1001. It was definitely worth the extended listening time today...too bad that I didn't have enough time to get two rounds in, but I will someday.
5
May 08 2023
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New Wave
The Auteurs
Something about the mix of the music and the lead vocals did not fit well for me. At first I thought it was just okay, but as it played on it really started to irritate me. I appreciated the last track mostly because it marked the end.
2
May 09 2023
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We Are Family
Sister Sledge
Livin' life was SO fun listening to this album!
5
May 10 2023
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Maxinquaye
Tricky
The first track of the album had me excited that this was going to be another cool discovery. Unfortunately, it didn’t remain so engaging for me throughout.
3
May 11 2023
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More Specials
The Specials
I found the music kind of quirky, so I really wanted to love it, but at times it also irritated me a little, so I couldn’t fall in love. I’ll guess I’ll settle for like.
4
May 12 2023
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São Paulo Confessions
Suba
I felt pretty cool listening to this one.
5
May 13 2023
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There's A Riot Goin' On
Sly & The Family Stone
Not an album or really even sound of Sly & The Family Stone with which I am familiar, so there wasn’t an immediate groove for me on all the tracks…but it felt special nonetheless. I look forward to more listens.
5
May 14 2023
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Safe As Milk
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
I didn't have the foggiest notion what to expect from the album, and the first track had be quite intrigued with the blues jam. The rest of the album was hit and miss for me though. I am glad to have listened multiple times today, but as an album, I don't think that this one makes my list.
3
May 15 2023
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Marquee Moon
Television
Another new one for me and the first track did catch my ear getting me interested in what may be there for me on the rest of the album. It definitely fell short for me today, though. Even after a second chance listen (that I didn't think I could convince myself to do after the first), at best, I found it tolerable.
3
May 16 2023
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Ace of Spades
Motörhead
I didn't enjoy this one...not that I was expecting to, but it was tough to make it through the album. I did make it through every track, except Jailbait, but it was an unenjoyable task. I mean, there were moments when the driving rhythm and guitars were a bit catchy, but on pretty much every track I was just waiting for it to end.
2
May 17 2023
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Bridge Over Troubled Water
Simon & Garfunkel
A delightful album! These two young men can really put a tune together!
5
May 18 2023
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Copper Blue
Sugar
Although I didn’t think I knew this band, they had a very familiar sound to me…perhaps they sound like other bands that I have heard of.
Regarding their sound, it is not a style that I seek out, but it was appealing. I didn’t mind listening at all.
4
May 19 2023
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The Wildest!
Louis Prima
Lots of energy and fun here!
5
May 20 2023
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Pink Flag
Wire
I didn't have much hope for this from the description, and the first track didn't give me high expectations that my opinion would change...but then I found kind of enjoying many of the tracks. There were still a few tracks that I could have done without, but they were generally short which made them tolerable.
An extra bump for surprising me.
4
May 21 2023
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Tragic Songs of Life
The Louvin Brothers
I can appreciate the role that this album might have in musical history. I think the brothers have honed their harmonies to produce a traditional folk-country sound, and I really thought that I would enjoy listening more than I did. It all just started to drone on after a while and the lyrics in many tunes just didn't appeal to me today.
4
May 22 2023
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Homework
Daft Punk
I can totally appreciate some pure dance tracks! Although there was a track or two that reminded me a bit of fingernails on a chalkboard, overall this album was great.
5
May 23 2023
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Gorillaz
Gorillaz
Another band on the 1001 that I have had a curiosity about but had failed to take the initiative to explore. Well, I really dug this album for sure.
5
May 24 2023
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Let's Get Killed
David Holmes
Yay, so some more electronica. I think that this works better as a rhythmic background track than anything else. However, as a background track to a conversation with my wife, the comment that she made was something to the tone of "what are you listening to that just keeps repeating itself"?
4
May 25 2023
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The Boatman's Call
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Well, this will probably be another spoiler for the group, but I didn't love this one. It does get a bump for being quite different than what I expected when I saw it was Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, though.
4
May 26 2023
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Orbital 2
Orbital
Did I really need to listen to another album of electronic music, especially from a repeat artist, before I die? I think not. Did I enjoy it, nonetheless? Yes, I did.
5
May 27 2023
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Boy In Da Corner
Dizzee Rascal
My first impression was that I found it very interesting to listen to. I was anxious to listen again, and when I did, I liked it even more. Then on the third time, I found a few tracks actually unpleasant and it lost a star.
4
May 28 2023
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Phrenology
The Roots
Some top-notch hip-hop here. I have neglected to check out The Roots previous to this. I have been missing out! Such a variety of styles. I dig it!
5
May 29 2023
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Good Old Boys
Randy Newman
I enjoyed this one very much.
5
May 30 2023
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So
Peter Gabriel
Lots of hits on this album. I recall having tired of a couple of them back when they were big hits, but today they played well and felt so comfortable and warm. The few tracks which I were not familiar were also excellent.
5
May 31 2023
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Queen II
Queen
Well, I only recognized one track, but the album didn't really throw me any curve balls from what I would expect from Queen. This album deserves some more attention from me for sure! It's fabulous!
5
Jun 01 2023
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D
White Denim
This is a totally new one for me. It was quite listenable and reminded of the sound of some other band/artist, but I couldn't put my finger on it. I wouldn't mind listening again, although I kind of doubt that I will every think to do so.
4
Jun 02 2023
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American Pie
Don McLean
Most of this album was totally new to me. I did kind of find it a little stylistically limited, but it was a good style for me today.
5
Jun 03 2023
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Our Aim Is To Satisfy
Red Snapper
Maybe if I took the time to better understand the value/importance/contribution of each of the various electronic music albums we have encountered while on this journey then I would have a more discerning ear. As it is, it was fine and kind of funky, but not necessarily all that special for me.
4
Jun 04 2023
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At Fillmore East
The Allman Brothers Band
I think that this was a well-made album, and the bluesy rock was very good. I think that I am not particularly a big fan of this style of music and so the prolonged jams kind of wore on me.
4
Jun 05 2023
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Something Else By The Kinks
The Kinks
I am really not familiar with much of The Kinks. I enjoyed this album very much.
5
Jun 06 2023
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Feast of Wire
Calexico
Well, okay, that was pretty great.
5
Jun 07 2023
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Life's Too Good
The Sugarcubes
My brain was a bit like a fluorescent bulb on a bitterly cold day.
—Hmmm…The Sugarcubes…I think that I have heard that name before.
—Ok, it’s some quirky music. Fun. That female vocalist sounds like someone I have heard before.
—Oh, I know, that sounds like Björk. Interesting.
—Wow, it’s incredible how much like Bjö…oh, right, never mind…
5
Jun 08 2023
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In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida
Iron Butterfly
I remember back in my church-going days there was a congregant who would often sing solos during services. It wasn’t that they sang off-key or anything, but there was something in the tone/timbre of there voice that was a bit off-putting (so much so that another congregant would have to excuse himself because he felt embarrassed for the soloist). I kind of got that same feeling while listening to the vocalist here, except for track four that was someone else, apparently. Just something sounded odd to me…and not in a good way. For that reason, I really couldn’t get into this one.
3
Jun 09 2023
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Gasoline Alley
Rod Stewart
I very much appreciated this early Rod Stewart. I am not very familiar (it at all) with the originals of the covers, so there was nothing loss for me in comparison. It all sounded pretty stinking good to me.
5
Jun 10 2023
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Birth Of The Cool
Miles Davis
Sure, this is some cool jazz, and I found it all lovely. Although, it may have been a bit too cool and I think that I would do a poor job of distinguishing each track and matching it to its name. They all fell very much into the same groove for me.
4
Jun 11 2023
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Axis: Bold As Love
Jimi Hendrix
That first track had me VERY concerned. The rest of the album was quite a treat, though!
5
Jun 12 2023
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We're Only In It For The Money
The Mothers Of Invention
OMG! This was amazing for the moment that I listened. I can’t quite describe it…it elevated my current state to something euphoric and I want to stay here forever..except that I want all my friends and loved ones with me!!!!
5
Jun 13 2023
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Joan Baez
Joan Baez
That was a nice dose of folksy music, not something that I am always into, but Joan’s voice was something special.
5
Jun 14 2023
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Exile In Guyville
Liz Phair
I have listened to some Liz Phair before, but never a full album. I really enjoyed the sound and experience!
5
Jun 15 2023
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Follow The Leader
Korn
I’ve heard of Korn and had some idea of what the album would sound like…I wasn’t very excited about the assignment. However, as I started into it, I was kind of digging it. I think these dudes found an interesting mix of sounds and styles.
By the time All in the Family came up, I was getting bored, and then that dumb track was just a complete waste of time…and I think that tainted the rest of the album to the point that I just wanted it to end.
2
Jun 16 2023
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If You're Feeling Sinister
Belle & Sebastian
I liked this album very much. They sounded cute.
5
Jun 17 2023
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Mermaid Avenue
Billy Bragg
This was a neat project to hear about. For me the end product was quite nice to listen to.
5
Jun 18 2023
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A Love Supreme
John Coltrane
I have listened to Coltrane, but not this album. Most of the album I came to really like…being a short album, I had the chance to get a few listens in. The first track, in particular, captured my attention. There are some noodly jazz solos that I don’t jive with, but otherwise, I dig it.
4
Jun 19 2023
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Pet Sounds
The Beach Boys
You know, I thought that I had listened to the album before, but there were a couple of tracks that struck me as completely unfamiliar. Those "unfamiliar" tracks were also my least favorite in this listen, so maybe they were just not memorable for me. As a whole, I loved it!
5
Jun 20 2023
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With The Beatles
Beatles
So, I wasn't so sure that I would dig this album from such young Beatles. But I was wrong to even question. I very much did dig it.
5
Jun 21 2023
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Shaka Zulu
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
This was very pleasant music. Something that I agree should be listened to at least once in a lifetime.
5
Jun 22 2023
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If I Should Fall From Grace With God
The Pogues
Another fun album to be introduced to!
5
Jun 23 2023
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Aha Shake Heartbreak
Kings of Leon
This album was okay. The more I listened the less I found to really like.
3
Jun 24 2023
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Rip It Up
Orange Juice
I found this album quite boring to listen to. Not a fan of the vocal stylings of most of the track either.
3
Jun 25 2023
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Chemtrails Over The Country Club
Lana Del Rey
When the album started, it actually made me cringe. The vocal delivery so breathy and high was not okay for me. However, it did not take long for me to get over that horror and really start enjoying that first track and the rest of the album. In fact, I kind of became obsessed with it.
5
Jun 26 2023
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Inspiration Information
Shuggie Otis
I really liked the funky sound here.
4
Jun 27 2023
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Lam Toro
Baaba Maal
This was my first exposure to Baaba Maal for me that I know of. It was a treat and I enjoyed being introduced.
5
Jun 28 2023
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On The Beach
Neil Young
I couldn’t have imagined myself being able to listen to a full Neil Young album without covering my ears until this project. This wasn’t bad at all.
4
Jun 29 2023
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Heartbreaker
Ryan Adams
Another new one. It was heartbreaker-y...and I liked it.
4
Jun 30 2023
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Ragged Glory
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Another album that I would have guessed that I would find unbearable that wasn't. It also was not all that interesting to me...
3
Jul 01 2023
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...Baby One More Time
Britney Spears
Not an album that I would have thought that I needed to listen to, but glad I did. Excellent pop music from a teenager!
5
Jul 02 2023
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Shaft
Isaac Hayes
An album well worth the time. My first listen of the full album and I have no complaints at all. Can you dig it?
5
Jul 03 2023
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It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back
Public Enemy
This was not a hip-hop group that I was into back in the day. I think that I was missing out because this is a top notch album for that era of the genre. Really great!
5
Jul 04 2023
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Antichrist Superstar
Marilyn Manson
This is about what I expected from a Marilyn Manson album, but slightly more listenable.
4
Jul 05 2023
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Connected
Stereo MC's
I feel the 90s here. It wasn’t difficult for me to listen to, but it also sounds like they had one basic formula for all the tracks. So, I guess it was just a little bland for me as an album.
4
Jul 06 2023
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Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots
The Flaming Lips
I was again surprised at how much I liked this album. I would not have thought that I would be a fan of The Flaming Lips even after the positive experience of the other album. Why do I have this notion, I don't know...ignorance...
I really enjoyed the entirety of the album!
5
Jul 07 2023
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Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music
Ray Charles
I was familiar with many of these tracks from a best of Ray Charles collection that I have listened to many times. There were also many new tunes for me. I really liked them all!
5
Jul 08 2023
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Casanova
The Divine Comedy
I am not exactly sure what I just listened to. Seemed a bit overly dramatic, and on a different day, I think that I would not have enjoyed it much at all. Today, it still was a bit much for me, but also somewhat amusing.
4
Jul 09 2023
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Songs In The Key Of Life
Stevie Wonder
As if I could rate this one any other way...
5
Jul 10 2023
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Can't Buy A Thrill
Steely Dan
I quite enjoyed this album...the tracks I knew and the ones that I did not.
5
Jul 11 2023
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Music From The Penguin Cafe
Penguin Cafe Orchestra
There was something familiar to me about this album, at least a track or two, but I can't figure out why. Can anyone tell me???
I totally dug it! Please sir, I want some more.
5
Jul 12 2023
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Don't Come Home A Drinkin' (With Lovin' On Your Mind)
Loretta Lynn
Sometimes these classic country tunes are a bit sleepy to me, and last night when I started the album, that is exactly what it did to me...made me sleepy. I wasn't complaining, but it wasn't really making me all that excited.
Then this morning when I started where I left off, it was awesome and catchy and classic. Once I finished, I started it again, and loved it.
5
Jul 13 2023
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There's No Place Like America Today
Curtis Mayfield
This one kept my attention. I like the funkiness and the coolness.
4
Jul 14 2023
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Unknown Pleasures
Joy Division
My first listen through this album was a bit of a slog. I made it. The next day, I tried again and it wasn't so rough. Because it was so short, I even got a third round in. It didn't improve any over the second listen. So, it amounted to a little less rough than a bit of a slog for me...
When I returned to try to pinpoint a favorite track...so this would be a 4th time in fewer than 24 hours, I hardly recognized most of it.
3
Jul 15 2023
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Microshift
Hookworms
This was fine...it was fine... My interest was piqued at first and then I got kind of bored. Then the second listen was better, but still not thrilling for me. With the third run-through, it landed in the "it's tolerable" to the "I like it" range.
4
Jul 16 2023
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The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars
David Bowie
Another album that I certainly know of, but have never given it a listen (at least in my recollection). I was fascinated by it...perhaps obsessed...today. I stopped counting after 5 repeats, but there were definitely more.
I loved it!
5
Jul 17 2023
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White Light
Gene Clark
This was a nice soundtrack for a morning walk through a quiet neighborhood. It didn’t leave me thinking that I had been missing something in my life for not having heard it, but it was nice.
4
Jul 18 2023
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The Age Of The Understatement
The Last Shadow Puppets
Jeeeezus! What a startling intro... Then much of it had me feeling a little British, "Groovy baby!"
I listened during my morning walk. It was walk planned for 40 minutes, and as I neared the end of the album (and the end of my walk), I realized that I had dropped my house key somewhere along the route. Stop! Go backwards! So, it was a grueling second listen, but I don't blame the album.
I did find the key in the vegetation along the Goat Trail that was part of my walk. Shortly after, The Meeting Place came on and I sang to the key "I'm sorry I've left you."
4
Jul 19 2023
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Fulfillingness' First Finale
Stevie Wonder
I am not going to complain about another Stevie Wonder album, especially from this era. I really dig his funkier jams, but those smooth and chill grooves just cuddle me like a snuggly blanket. They all make me feel so good!
5
Jul 20 2023
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New Gold Dream (81/82/83/84)
Simple Minds
Wait, what about Don't You Forget About Me??
It was okay. I didn't expect to love an album of Simple Minds, so I'm not disappointed.
4
Jul 21 2023
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Destroyer
KISS
This was not the Kiss album that I had in my youth. I really didn't know this album, just some of the tracks.
Listening now, I am wondering if we were ever supposed to take them seriously. Certainly not the outrageously hard rock that I thought they were when I was 10 yers old. But, kind of fun(ny)!
5
Jul 22 2023
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Greetings From L.A.
Tim Buckley
I wasn't expecting what I was hearing from Tim Buckley. Rough and bluesy...sometimes the lyrics (which I don't generally pay close attention to) would make me do a second take. It was somewhat appealing and catchy to my ear.
4
Jul 23 2023
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Stripped
Christina Aguilera
I really liked most of what I was hearing on this album, but how was that 1 hour and 18 minutes? I could have sworn that I was listening half the day.
4
Jul 24 2023
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Damaged
Black Flag
So, this is definitely not my jam. At the start of my second listen, my ears had adjusted and it wasn’t so bad. But then a few tracks in I started to tune it all out…my ears got numb…
3
Jul 25 2023
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At San Quentin
Johnny Cash
First time for me and this album. It had me from start to finish. I very much appreciated the songs and the banter. It felt very genuine and the energy both from Cash and the listeners touched me.
5
Jul 26 2023
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Achtung Baby
U2
There is something soothing about the sound of U2 for me. As for this album, it's not one that I have listened to all that often, but I enjoyed it today.
4
Jul 27 2023
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Arc Of A Diver
Steve Winwood
Steve Winwood is just okay for me...and so was this album.
4
Jul 28 2023
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A Hard Day's Night
Beatles
I was happy to be Beatle-y today.
5
Jul 29 2023
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Kenza
Khaled
This is different, new, and fun. There were a few moments for me when, even though I didn't know what message the lyrics were conveying, the music did have a slight hint of cheese in the delivery. But, I suppose pop music often does.
5
Jul 30 2023
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Machine Head
Deep Purple
I did some rockin’ today, but the tunes don’t exactly speak to my soul.
4
Jul 31 2023
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The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway
Genesis
I found this quite interesting to listen to. I don’t know what the story is, because I just couldn’t concentrate for that long on the lyrics, but it was engaging for my ears.
5
Aug 01 2023
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Tago Mago
Can
The first three tracks were not really my jam, but they were tolerable. Then came the rest of the album…Nope and nope.
2
Aug 02 2023
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If I Could Only Remember My Name
David Crosby
This album has the disadvantage of me listening on a plane towards the end of day of travel. So the bar was high to dazzle me. I found the tracks on the album okay, but boring.
3
Aug 03 2023
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It's Too Late to Stop Now
Van Morrison
I do enjoy me some Van Morrison. This live album didn't really add much to my life, though.
4
Aug 04 2023
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Amnesiac
Radiohead
I am growing somewhat fond of Radiohead. Kind of a moody groove that I could slip into today, although it wouldn't fit me every day
4
Aug 05 2023
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Graceland
Paul Simon
I did not jump on the fanwagon for this album when it came out, just not ready to make the investment back then. I was happy to give it a listen today. I really enjoyed it.
5
Aug 06 2023
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Ys
Joanna Newsom
This is a new artist and album for me and when it started I didn't think that I would enjoy this one. It took a few minutes, but then I became enchanted. I am not sure that I can ever really love this, because I cringe every time her voice makes that squeak. it was something special to listen to though!
4
Aug 07 2023
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Vivid
Living Colour
When this was new, I think I rated it about a 3…not really my thing, but I could tolerate it. If I were listening for the first time today, it would make it to a 4…I’ve grown in my appreciation of music. However, the listen today comes with a nostalgia boost, that can’t be topped!!
5
Aug 08 2023
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Djam Leelii
Baaba Maal
This one suited me well today. The rhythms held steady and the instrumentation was kind of soothing.
4
Aug 09 2023
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Happy Trails
Quicksilver Messenger Service
This album had some moments that really grabbed me, like had me rockin' with it or saying, "oh, I like this part"...but there were only some of those moments. I really wasn't inclined to give it a second listen, but I had the time today and it actually was easier to digest, although I think part of that was because I let it blend into the background.
I can sense some quality here, but I guess it wasn't my jam to hear this band's jam.
3
Aug 10 2023
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Honky Tonk Heroes
Waylon Jennings
I keep trying to come up with something eloquent or entertaining to say about this album, but words not go together good now.
This is my first listen and I loved it. For my listening pleasure, it is a 5!!
5
Aug 11 2023
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Rust Never Sleeps
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
I didn't really love it, but I tolerated this album just fine. At no point did a have an overwhelming urge to hit skip, and I did appreciate the change in style mid-album...I guess that is worth something...just not quite enough to move the rating arrow.
3
Aug 12 2023
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Basket of Light
Pentangle
The opening bars of the first track had me super interested...then the vocals came and became quite hesitant...but then after I got my ears adjusted to what this album would be introducing me to, I REALLY dug it!
5
Aug 13 2023
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GI
Germs
I am not a lover of punk music…weknowdis…so I was not at all hopeful and kinda grumpy to see this album pop up. Surprisingly, I didn’t hate it. I came away from my first listen thankful for short punk songs and somewhat entertained.
I was afraid to give it a second listen thinking it would then sour, but it didn’t. It must be some good punk music.
3
Aug 14 2023
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I Am a Bird Now
Antony and the Johnsons
As I settled into my seat in the bus for a 6-hour ride, I started this album. By about 5 tracks in, I was bored and ready for the album to be over.
Then over the next few tracks the beauty of this album reached in and started squeezing my heart to the point that I was (unsuccessfully) fighting back the tears. I couldn’t wait for it to end…so that I could start it over!
Maybe it was bus magic, but I fell in love with this one!
5
Aug 15 2023
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Cee-Lo Green... Is The Soul Machine
Cee Lo Green
I have never had enough interest in Cee-Lo Green to have checked out any of his albums. He has some style and the music was fun for me today, but I didn't find it amazing. Maybe I am just not that into Cee-Lo.
3
Aug 16 2023
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Hms Fable
Shack
First impressions for this album were that it wasn't bad, but there was nothing here that was profound or that stood out for me. It was fine.
On my second listen today, I started to think that maybe there was a bit more to it...but then, nah. It's still just meh to me.
3
Aug 17 2023
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Doggystyle
Snoop Dogg
Not surprised to see this album here, and I was keen to give it a listen. Snoop is definitely bringing his smooth style and catchy beats, but that wasn't enough for me to be dazzled today.
4
Aug 18 2023
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Deloused in the Comatorium
The Mars Volta
I was unfamiliar with The Mars Volta and this album, but it has a sound somewhat similar to some other rock bands of that time with which I have some familiarity. As with those bands, I think that for me this album is best digested in small portions. The full album listen made it kinda tough.
Of course, listening to a concept album one track at a time over the course of a week is probably going to mean that I will take less away from the experience, but at least maybe I could make it through without rolling my eyes or tuning it out.
3
Aug 19 2023
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Shleep
Robert Wyatt
The first track was catchy, so I bought in. The rest of the album maintained an interesting sound with a variety of weirdness that I mostly really liked.
Maybe I should give the other album on the list another try???
4
Aug 20 2023
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War
U2
Excellent!
The last track transported me to the Joshua Tree concert. The connection to an arena full of strangers was profound.
5
Aug 21 2023
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Get Behind Me Satan
The White Stripes
I guess I forgot that I liked The White Stripes.
5
Aug 22 2023
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Goo
Sonic Youth
The thought of listening to another Sonic Youth album didn't thrill me at all. It started out pretty strong, and it did surprise me in how much the album did appeal to me. Overall listening experience was about a 3, but I am bumping it up one because of the element of surprise.
4
Aug 23 2023
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Before And After Science
Brian Eno
I was immediately drawn in and as I was finding the album losing its luster just a bit, it switched gears and kept me in.
5
Aug 24 2023
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Fear and Whiskey
Mekons
The description of punk and country was a bit more interesting than the album ended up being, but I got some enjoyment out of it.
4
Aug 25 2023
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In The Court Of The Crimson King
King Crimson
When I saw King Crimson pop up, I was thinking, “Oh…I have here of them…but is that a good thing or a bad thing…”. Turns out that it was an okay thing. I really liked some moments and really wanted some to end quickly.
4
Aug 26 2023
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The World is a Ghetto
War
The album started out quite strong. It was funky and fun, and then it started to drag a bit with the long instrumentals. I really thought that I would love it all, but it fell just a bit short.
4
Aug 27 2023
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...The Dandy Warhols Come Down
The Dandy Warhols
It was very strange that within the first few moments of the first track, before any melody had actually begun, I had that sense that I would really like this album. Then the first few tracks really won me over. Somewhere in the middle it kind of lost its grip on me, but turned it back around in the end.
5
Aug 28 2023
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Exile On Main Street
The Rolling Stones
Most of the tracks were new to me and I loved them all.
5
Aug 29 2023
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Merriweather Post Pavilion
Animal Collective
This was something new, and different...or was it...because it sounded like the same thing over and over... I liked it, but maybe that is because "i'm on vacation" and it is a chemically-induced experience. Wink, wink, nudge, nudge....
4
Aug 30 2023
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Whatever
Aimee Mann
Not gonna lie that there is some 90's nostalgia here...but I love that!! I also loved this!!! You go, girl!
5
Aug 31 2023
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Blue Lines
Massive Attack
Nice! It is cool to hear the birth of trip hop.
5
Sep 01 2023
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Leftism
Leftfield
I didn't know what to expect as I crawled into bed, slipped the earbuds in and started the album as my bedtime lullaby. I was transported to a cool dance club for 70 minutes and I loved it!
5
Sep 02 2023
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Ogden's Nut Gone Flake
Small Faces
I didn’t really connect with the second side, but the first side had a groovy vibe of the 60s to it that I liked.
4
Sep 03 2023
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Apocalypse 91… The Enemy Strikes Black
Public Enemy
More hip-hop that I wasn’t curious enough to have sought out previously that I am so glad to know now.
5
Sep 04 2023
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They Were Wrong, So We Drowned
Liars
My first impression left me with a hard NO on this one. However, I got interrupted and had to continue my listening task later. When I returned, I had lost my place...so I started over. My attitude changed a bit. There ended up being some moments that I found enjoyable.
This enjoyment was balanced with some moments that would likely have me leaving the room if someone put this on at a party. So, overall, it is an album of extremes for me.
2
Sep 05 2023
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Fred Neil
Fred Neil
This was nice. I kept thinking that it sounded like someone else that we had heard in this project. Finally, I realized that it was sounding like Tim Buckley to me and then read that Tim is one of Fred Neil's "musical descendants".
4
Sep 06 2023
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Tellin’ Stories
The Charlatans
The hoping track kind of grabbed me...then the album kind of turned a bit middle of the road...then there was a bit of variety to engage me again...then it fizzled out again. I guess it was fine, but not all that interesting.
4
Sep 07 2023
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Architecture And Morality
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
This one didn't make much of an impression on me one way or the other. I didn't hear anything that made me cover my ears, but I struggled to find much that made my ears perk up too.
3
Sep 08 2023
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Fragile
Yes
I thought I was more familiar with this album than I felt as I listened today. I guess it has just been too long, or maybe I never really knew it. I don’t know, but it is good.
I wonder if it was totally new to me if I would have enjoyed it as much. It probably got a bump from the connection to somewhere in my youth or childhood…
5
Sep 09 2023
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Penance Soiree
The Icarus Line
My first listen was last night as I crawled into bed. I’m not saying that the album caused a headache, I’m just saying that I didn’t have a headache before I started the album, but I sure did when it was over.
I did give it a second chance in the light of a new day. The best compliment that I have for it is that there was no headache today.
1
Sep 10 2023
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Shadowland
k.d. lang
This is a k.d. lang album with which I was not familiar. It was quite twangy, but I have no complaint, especially as the music is backing such a beautiful voice.
5
Sep 11 2023
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Billion Dollar Babies
Alice Cooper
I liked it and found it quirky (like the other Alice Cooper), I guess because it was not what I expected (not sure what I did expect though). Not quite a full on love affair with the album though.
4
Sep 12 2023
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Hail To the Thief
Radiohead
I don't think I can give this album a pure rating because I spent most of the listen stewing and wondering what this Radiohead album is bringing to the table that wasn't already served up in the previous (many) ones in the project. It was fine, but nothing that I found particularly outstanding.
3
Sep 13 2023
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Aja
Steely Dan
If there is an album of Steely Dan that we must listen to, then I would expect this one on the list...not because I have ever listened to it, but I have heard of it. It was good and right along the lines of the sound that I was anticipating from it. I see a future where I may listen to it again.
Now, I will add that as I listened, I thought that I might be old...
5
Sep 14 2023
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Playing With Fire
Spacemen 3
The description didn't sound like this album was going to be my thing...and it really wasn't...but also, it kind of brought me into a hypnotic state that I didn't particularly mind. I read a description that referred to "drone-rock" and, though I don't recall ever having heard that term, it fits perfectly.
3
Sep 15 2023
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Celebrity Skin
Hole
I was not familiar with this Hole album. I didn't really dig all of the tracks, but I didn't find any of them particularly bad. Overall it was good.
4
Sep 16 2023
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L'Eau Rouge
The Young Gods
This was very intriguing for my ears...at least to a point, then my ears started to get weary.
4
Sep 17 2023
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Back to Basics
Christina Aguilera
I really quite enjoyed many tracks on the album…more than I expected. I think that if the album ran shorter I would have liked it more.
4
Sep 18 2023
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You're Living All Over Me
Dinosaur Jr.
I was able to tolerate but did not enjoy this album. My most prominent feeling while listening was again “why?”
2
Sep 19 2023
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Manassas
Stephen Stills
This album eased into my ears nicely today. Again, a bit on the longish side, and that made it difficult for me to get an uninterrupted listen in, but I got a couple times through, eventually.
4
Sep 20 2023
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Duck Rock
Malcolm McLaren
This album was pretty fun to listen to. Some different styles in there. Overall good, but it also didn’t really connect with me on all levels.
4
Sep 21 2023
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Killing Joke
Killing Joke
I wasn't expecting much from this album as it didn't sound like it would be up my alley. During my first listen last night, I was pleasantly surprised and thought it may even be so likable to hit the 5-mark. When I followed up with a second listen today, it did not sit nearly as well and was hovering around the 3-mark. I have decided to land my rating in the middle of those two impressions.
4
Sep 22 2023
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Sweetheart Of The Rodeo
The Byrds
I thought that I would like this one more than I did. The description sounded like it might appeal, but the listening experience did not thrill me. It wasn't bad, and I found the second listen more enjoyable, but not quite enough for me to really get into it.
4
Sep 23 2023
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Fear Of A Black Planet
Public Enemy
The novelty of the discovery of how great Public Enemy has kind of worn off. Nonetheless, this was another excellent album from them. Did I discover anything new or unexpected, not really, but I did enjoy the ride.
5
Sep 24 2023
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The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn
Pink Floyd
I was definitely not prepared for what this album delivered today. Grading was probably not the best activity for this soundtrack...I think the combo made both experiences a little more challenging. Nonetheless, it was good to be introduced to this side of Pink Floyd.
4
Sep 25 2023
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Chore of Enchantment
Giant Sand
This album was pretty good, and brand new to me. Who is Giant Sand?
The musical style and variety made the album a fun listen. I wasn't always as thrilled with vocal stylings. I don't know exactly how to describe it...maybe excessive breathiness from time to time?? I don't know...something just rubbed me the wrong way on some tracks.
4
Sep 26 2023
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McCartney
Paul McCartney
I don't consider myself a big fan of Paul McCartney, but I don't mind his music. So, listening to the debut solo album seemed like it is something worth doing. I was not amazed.
4
Sep 27 2023
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Toys In The Attic
Aerosmith
Oh, yes! This is a great album. I guess I forgot how great...but, no, actually now that I think of it, I think that I simply appreciate it more now than when I was younger, because I recall thinking that it was good, but I don't know about great...until now.
5
Sep 28 2023
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Like Water For Chocolate
Common
The album wasn't difficult to listen to, but I just couldn't connect with it.
3
Sep 29 2023
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Metal Box
Public Image Ltd.
This one did not hit any of my musical pleasure zones. There were moments where it started to feel potentially trance-inducing which can be nice, but it just wouldn’t stick. So that meant that it just went on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and off.
2
Sep 30 2023
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Moving Pictures
Rush
There has never been anything that I have heard from Rush that would make me go out of my way to hear them. But, this album wasn’t so bad. I liked it just a bit more than I expected.
4
Oct 01 2023
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Risque
CHIC
If not for the love of CHIC from my childhood, then this album (that I had never heard before today) probably would have been rated lower. But I could not bring myself to mark anything other than 5.
5
Oct 02 2023
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Night Life
Ray Price
I wasn’t sure that this country album would hit the spot for me, and it was a little slow to warm. But as it ended, I wanted to start it again…and I did…and really appreciated what Ray Price delivered.
5
Oct 03 2023
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Tres Hombres
ZZ Top
Okay, the blues-rock sound of this early ZZ Top was not so bad. Still not awesome for me, but it’s a bit better than tolerable.
4
Oct 04 2023
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Pelican West
Haircut 100
I would have never thought to listen to this album, and I don't know that it was necessary for me. It was kind of fun, but not amazing or anything. I don't think that I would ever seek it out again.
3
Oct 05 2023
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m b v
My Bloody Valentine
Honestly, I did not give this my dedicated attention and perhaps the rating is suffering, as a result. All I know is that I had it playing as I did some work and tasks today. The primary reaction that I had was to look at the speaker and roll my eyes and think “When will this end?” I mean, it didn’t hurt, but I found no enjoyment at all from the experience.
2
Oct 06 2023
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Frank
Amy Winehouse
Oh, I loved this one! It was all new to me and I was thrilled to be introduced.
5
Oct 07 2023
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Crocodiles
Echo And The Bunnymen
I really didn't think that I would like Echo and the Bunnymen. I recall the name and that they had a hit or two...but I struggle to recall any from memory, and I do recall not being all that interested in them. So, I was surprised when I started the album and I kind of dug it.
Ultimately, I didn't love it. I think if it ended after like 5 tracks I may have (not saying the first 5 necessarily)...it just kind of got a little droney and boring at times, I guess I would say.
4
Oct 08 2023
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S&M
Metallica
Holy effing moly! That was amazing! The opening is ridiculously attention-grabbing and what follows is glorious. I mean, was a 2+ hour assignment a bit challenging to work into a day?...sure. Did I need to have it on as the soundtrack for some other activities?...sure...but, it was so awesome and engaging that it never lost my attention for a moment.
I also loved imagining the orchestra thrashing, 'cause you know that they did!
5
Oct 09 2023
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Deja Vu
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Definitely a shift in gears from what we listened to yesterday. This is another love!
5
Oct 10 2023
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Modern Kosmology
Jane Weaver
This was a very pleasant listen, and something totally new to me. On the first listen, I thought it was good...but I warmed up to it even more on the second.
5
Oct 11 2023
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Oxygène
Jean-Michel Jarre
I suppose that I have listened to this album in its entirety at least once in my lifetime previous to this, but I don't specifically recall. It is quite excellent.
5
Oct 12 2023
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Peter Gabriel
Peter Gabriel
Although I had never listened to this album, I somehow knew from the first few bars that I would love it. I mean, it does have my favorite Peter Gabriel tune, but also it just sounded cool.
5
Oct 13 2023
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Music Has The Right To Children
Boards of Canada
This was new to me. I listened and I really liked it. I had thoughts that it wasn't as interesting as some of the other albums of this sound that we have heard and was going to rate it down for that. Then I figured that if I wasn't comparing it to the other albums that I must hear before I die, then I would love this one. So, ...
5
Oct 14 2023
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Konnichiwa
Skepta
Yeah, this one didn’t really speak to me all that much. I guess it is the style of rap that didn’t match my groove today. Maybe I’ll try it again on a different day.
3
Oct 15 2023
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Yank Crime
Drive Like Jehu
There were a few tracks, like the first one, for which my first thought was, "Oh yeah, I can totally get into this one!"...but then the track would continue to my displeasure. Mostly it was nothing that I dug, but for those hopeful moments, I will give it a ranking of "tolerable".
3
Oct 16 2023
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Green Onions
Booker T. & The MG's
Very organy. Not bad, but ran maybe just a little stale for me at moments that made me not super love it.
4
Oct 17 2023
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good kid, m.A.A.d city
Kendrick Lamar
I was waiting for that one track that would just blow me away. That never came, but the ride otherwise was enjoyable. A more relaxed vibe than I was expecting. A couple of tracks rang familiar and overall I thought it was a very good album.
5
Oct 18 2023
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Two Dancers
Wild Beasts
Well, that didn't do anything for me...
3
Oct 19 2023
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Astral Weeks
Van Morrison
This one has been in my listening library for a very long time. it is an excellent album!
5
Oct 20 2023
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A Rush Of Blood To The Head
Coldplay
Wow! It hadn’t ever really thought that I should be listening to Coldplay, but this album was really good. So easy on the ears!!
5
Oct 21 2023
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Imagine
John Lennon
Oops...I though I had submitted this last night...
I was familiar with a couple of tracks, but many were new to me. I liked it quite a bit. Definitely worth the listen.
4
Oct 22 2023
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Rhythm Nation 1814
Janet Jackson
Yes, I am a part of the Rhythm Nation!!
5
Oct 23 2023
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Pills 'n' Thrills And Bellyaches
Happy Mondays
I had mixed feelings as I listened. I would really be liking a track and then I would suddenly feel irritated and wish it would end. I think it had to do with the dj work (love it) versus the vocal work (not so much). Overall, I think my good feelings were more plentiful than my irritated ones.
4
Oct 24 2023
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Guero
Beck
Wow! I totally loved this one. On first listen, there was one track that I didn’t like so much, but I really didn’t want the album to end. So, I played it again and again and again and… I never again heard that track that I didn’t like though…
5
Oct 25 2023
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Sweet Baby James
James Taylor
Just lovely and comforting!
5
Oct 26 2023
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Strange Cargo III
William Orbit
When I first listened, I was a bit distracted trying to focus on other tasks at the same time. I liked what I had heard, but did I love it? I don't know, I needed a second listen.
On second listen, it was much more clear...Love it is.
5
Oct 27 2023
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Are You Experienced
Jimi Hendrix
I have experienced this album many times in my life. It is pretty amazing, I think.
5
Oct 28 2023
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In It For The Money
Supergrass
I put off listening to this one all day because I had a notion that it wouldn’t be all that interesting to me. Well, I was wrong. I really liked it. Had it not been such a pleasant surprise, then maybe it was a 4 for me, but…
5
Oct 29 2023
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Bossanova
Pixies
Another one that I wasn’t excited to listen to. I did find a few tracks kind of catchy, but overall the album didn’t quite have it for me.
3
Oct 30 2023
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Led Zeppelin III
Led Zeppelin
Some more excellent Led Zeppelin. I won’t complain.
5
Oct 31 2023
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Garbage
Garbage
I’m not sure why this band wasn’t more on my radar back when this album came out. From the singles that I knew of, I don’t know why I wouldn’t have wanted to at least seem like a fan…you know, to impress the kool kidz… I was missing out because this is good stuff.
5
Nov 01 2023
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Black Metal
Venom
This album was one that I was not at all interested in listening to. As I was listening, I found it confusing that I could make out the lyrics. Also, the music wasn’t too terribly painful to my ears. Still not interesting for me, but it could have been much worse.
3
Nov 02 2023
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Superunknown
Soundgarden
I thought that I was more familiar with this album than I was on this listen. I was excited to listen because I thought that I really loved the album. Somehow, it just fell a little short of love for me today. I mean, “Black Hole Sun”…sure…and a few other tracks, but as a whole, it was a little boring.
4
Nov 03 2023
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Immigrés
Youssou N'Dour
This was great! I loved every moment.
5
Nov 04 2023
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All That You Can't Leave Behind
U2
I found this album a little disappointing.
4
Nov 05 2023
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Crossing the Red Sea With the Adverts
The Adverts
This one was not very interesting to me. I really struggled to not just tune it out as it played. Not painful, just bland.
3
Nov 06 2023
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The Last Of The True Believers
Nanci Griffith
This was getting a 5 whether I loved it or not. Boy, did I love it!!
My one complaint is how short the album is, and every time that I listened, it just seemed to get shorter. I wanted more.
5
Nov 07 2023
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Mr. Tambourine Man
The Byrds
Yup, this album is The Byrds that I know. I really liked much of it and found some of it kind of just sounding the same and the same. I mean, I guess that is good because I liked it, but it might have lost some sparkle because of that.
4
Nov 08 2023
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Floodland
Sisters Of Mercy
From the start this was hitting at a solid 3. Then about halfway through, I kind of warmed to it a bit more. It wasn’t a quite step of warming, but due to rounding…
4
Nov 09 2023
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Nilsson Schmilsson
Harry Nilsson
Fabulous! Every track was my favorite!
5
Nov 10 2023
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Talk Talk Talk
The Psychedelic Furs
Definitely more enjoyable than I imagined that it would be. Some bright and bouncy beats. Yeah, not bad.
4
Nov 11 2023
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A Nod Is As Good As A Wink To A Blind Horse
Faces
Although I was not familiar with this album, it really didn’t hold any surprises. It sounded like what I expected.
4
Nov 12 2023
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Kilimanjaro
The Teardrop Explodes
I feel like we have heard this all before. Even so, much had a catchy sound…I just don’t know that an album of this stuff can ever really keep my full attention.
4
Nov 13 2023
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Mothership Connection
Parliament
Superb funk! I enjoyed every bite!
5
Nov 14 2023
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Logical Progression
LTJ Bukem
Have we not listened to all this before. I am not really complaining, as I do enjoy this kind of sound, especially while working through my unending pile of grading...but is it that critical for me to listen to all these similar variations on the same electronic theme?
4
Nov 15 2023
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Sulk
The Associates
I found this album very irritating to listen to. I mean, it didn't cause my ears to bleed, but it caused me frown the entire time.
2
Nov 16 2023
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The Velvet Underground & Nico
The Velvet Underground
Yes, this album was definitely a must-listen-to-before-I-die one. Although, I guess I thought that we already had...
5
Nov 17 2023
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xx
The xx
Another something new, and at its opening, I thought it sounded nice. It remained nice throughout, but maybe not all that remarkable for me.
4
Nov 18 2023
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The Good, The Bad & The Queen
The Good, The Bad & The Queen
The album immediately caught my attention. Every few tracks I would have a thought that the novelty had worn off and that the rest of the album would be a slog. But then the next track always seemed to bring just enough intrigue to keep me interested.
4
Nov 19 2023
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The Köln Concert
Keith Jarrett
I was kind of surprised at how much I enjoyed this. They didn’t downplay the applause on the recording, did they???
5
Nov 20 2023
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What's That Noise?
Coldcut
Why had I not ever heard of this? I mean, it seems like something that I would have listened to in 1989. I totally felt this jam!
5
Nov 21 2023
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In Our Heads
Hot Chip
I think that if I had stopped at one listen, then I may have been able to convince myself that this was a 5. But on a second listen of highlights, I realized that I didn’t really love this album.
4
Nov 22 2023
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The Colour Of Spring
Talk Talk
I didn’t really love this, but there was something kind of drawing me in. This might be one that needs multiple listens to get my full appreciation, but I am sure that I will never take the time.
4
Nov 23 2023
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Duck Stab/Buster & Glen
The Residents
I'm not exactly sure how to classify this, but there was something very appealing to me throughout.
Is it really something that I love? Something that I will ever think, "Oh, you know what would fit this mood..."? No, probably not.
But is it an experience that made an impression on me and that I might someday think, "What was that weird one that we listened to...I think that I kind of miss it?", yeah, I think that it may be.
5
Nov 24 2023
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Californication
Red Hot Chili Peppers
I do enjoy the funky rock sound of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. I was concerned that I might be disappointed with another album, but I was not. I mean, this one grabbed me from the start and then kind of slowed down. But there was definitely enough there to keep me until the very end.
5
Nov 25 2023
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Vulnicura
Björk
I feel exhausted after listening to this. It was striking and beautiful, yet painful and somewhat torturous.
It kind of made me want to cry, but perhaps for the wrong reasons.
4
Nov 26 2023
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Dr. Octagonecologyst
Dr. Octagon
I found this kind of terrible. I mean, if I wasn’t paying attention to the raps, I suppose the tracks were okay, but mostly not all that interesting sounding for the most part.
2
Nov 27 2023
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Superfuzz Bigmuff
Mudhoney
My impression from the first bars left me at a *hard no*. Once my ears adjusted, my impression was that it could have been worse.
3
Nov 28 2023
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Songs From The Big Chair
Tears For Fears
Not the first listen of this album, and it won’t be the last (hopefully). Great songs that make me a bit nostalgic for the mid 80s.
5
Nov 29 2023
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La Revancha Del Tango
Gotan Project
I haven’t even been able to get through the entire album yet today, but I am ready to give my rating.
The album so far is great and I have full faith that the few tracks I have remaining as my bedtime lullaby will not disappoint.
5
Nov 30 2023
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Fun House
The Stooges
Reading that this album is “considered integral in the development of punk rock”, I didn’t have much hope of enjoyment. But then I found the first couple of tracks pretty tolerable and decent. Then I took a break and when I returned, I found the rest of it quite difficult.
2
Dec 01 2023
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Os Mutantes
Os Mutantes
Another brilliant Brazilian album that I didn’t know that I needed in my life…but I definitely do!
5
Dec 02 2023
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Underwater Moonlight
The Soft Boys
This wasn’t so great for me. I guess it sounded okay, but it was also pretty boring for me.
3
Dec 03 2023
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Go Girl Crazy
The Dictators
I liked this one much more than I thought I would from the description. Pretty fun!
4
Dec 04 2023
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Electric Music For The Mind And Body
Country Joe & The Fish
Totally psychedelic, man.
4
Dec 05 2023
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Document
R.E.M.
This is what I expected from an R.E.M. album. It was good, but not something that I really dug.
4
Dec 06 2023
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Sunday At The Village Vanguard
Bill Evans Trio
Although I have grown (both just through the years of life and with this project) to appreciate music from the jazz genre, this particular trio style still doesn’t thrill me. It makes for fine background music, like at a fancy dinner, but as the focus, it left me wanting. Maybe I needed the setting of a jazz club to make it sing to me today.
3
Dec 07 2023
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Phaedra
Tangerine Dream
Not much here drawing me in. I doubt I would recognize any track specifically, if I heard it again. On the other hand, nothing that I heard hurt my feelings.
3
Dec 08 2023
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Call of the Valley
Shivkumar Sharma
Not something that I will likely put on at my next disco party, but for some meditation or just for a change of pace, this is not a bad one to keep in mind.
4
Dec 09 2023
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Larks' Tongues In Aspic
King Crimson
Ummm…no…but, it’s not them, it’s me. I simply was not in the mood for what King Crimson was serving here at all. When what you really want is something funky, don’t try this.
3
Dec 10 2023
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Synchronicity
The Police
Just seeing the cover of this album made me happy. Because of my good fortune to have a cool senior as my stand partner in band who loved The Police, I saw this cover everyday on our music folder. So edgy!
The listening part made me even more happy because, although I have listened to this album many many times, it has been many many years since the last time I did. Love it!
5
Dec 11 2023
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Siembra
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades
Is it just me or did this album make anyone else feel like dancing?
5
Dec 12 2023
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John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band
John Lennon
This one worked for me!
5
Dec 13 2023
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Liege And Lief
Fairport Convention
I thought that this was pretty sounding and somewhat soothing. Even so, somehow it just didn't hit the spot today. I just didn't love it.
4
Dec 14 2023
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The Sounds Of India
Ravi Shankar
This was worth the time and I am glad to have had the experience and education.
4
Dec 15 2023
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The Next Day
David Bowie
It took a bit for me to warm to this, but I eventually did…but kind of just lukewarm… I kind of wish I could appreciate it more.
4
Dec 16 2023
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I'm Your Man
Leonard Cohen
I really didn't know what was happening in the first couple of tracks. Not at all what I was expecting...nor were they something that I enjoyed. Then things settled down and I found some gold in this album.
4
Dec 17 2023
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Warehouse: Songs And Stories
Hüsker Dü
About the best that I can say is that I didn't hate it.
3
Dec 18 2023
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Electric Ladyland
Jimi Hendrix
Wow, this one really rolled all the way off the rails from time to time, didn’t it?!? Even so, I loved it! I didn’t realize how much I needed this.
5
Dec 19 2023
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Green
R.E.M.
Wait, stop me if you have heard this before…I’m not really an R.E.M fan in the sense that I have no familiarity with their albums as a whole.
This one was a good one.
5
Dec 20 2023
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Porcupine
Echo And The Bunnymen
Again?!? Is there really a difference? I don’t know…I am sure there is a very important reason. That said, when I listened, I thought it was pretty good.
4
Dec 21 2023
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Moss Side Story
Barry Adamson
I was uncomfortable with the first track, although I was intrigued by the concept. The rest was very interesting and kept my attention. I struggled with a lot, but it was very good.
4
Dec 22 2023
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Urban Hymns
The Verve
I wasn’t expecting much, for no real reason, and so I was rather pleasantly surprised at how well the first few tracks went. After about a hour (it seemed) I looked to see how many tracks were left and saw I was on track 4….then it started to just drag on and on. It really lost what charm it had by the end.
3
Dec 23 2023
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Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul
Otis Redding
Not sure that it can get better than this!
5
Dec 24 2023
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After The Gold Rush
Neil Young
I am not exactly sure how to say this...I really really enjoyed listening to this album.
5