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AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Weighing Souls With Sand
The Angelic Process
5 2.63 +2.37
Watch Out!
Alexisonfire
5 2.64 +2.36
Zaireeka
The Flaming Lips
5 2.77 +2.23
Forced Witness
Alex Cameron
5 2.89 +2.11
[Angry Noises]
Ciśnienie
5 2.94 +2.06
Geography
Tom Misch
5 2.98 +2.02
The Italian Flag
Prolapse
5 3 +2
Blackwater Park
Opeth
5 3.01 +1.99
Moffou
Salif Keita
5 3.08 +1.92
Body Talk
Robyn
5 3.09 +1.91

You Love Less Than Most

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Old No. 1
Guy Clark
1 2.96 -1.96
10,000 gecs
100 gecs
1 2.88 -1.88
Love Is Hell
Ryan Adams
1 2.72 -1.72
The Black Parade
My Chemical Romance
2 3.54 -1.54
The Simple Plan
August is Falling
1 2.39 -1.39
Brand New Eyes
Paramore
2 3.32 -1.32
Música, Gramática, Gimnasia
Dënver
2 3.32 -1.32
Bricks Are Heavy
L7
2 3.32 -1.32
Wild Planet
The B-52's
2 3.31 -1.31
The Dream Is Over
PUP
2 3.29 -1.29

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Godspeed You! Black Emperor 2 5
Low 2 5
Tame Impala 2 5

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Daft Punk 5, 5, 2, 4

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Young Team by Mogwai

“Cause music is bigger than words and wider than pictures.” This was my submission, so it’s probably a bit obvious that I’m giving it five stars. If you can please listen to this album as it’s meant to be heard: loud as fuck. Here is my reasoning behind why I submitted this album: I wanted my choice to be a Scottish band, and a band that didn’t have any albums on the original list. I chose Mogwai because I think post-rock is a little underrepresented on the original list. We had Sigur Rós, Tortoise, and Slint, but it feels like Mogwai and Godspeed You! Black Emperor are obvious omissions. Young Team isn’t even my favorite Mogwai album; I would rank Come On Die Young and Happy Songs for Happy People above it. However, I think it’s their most important album, being their debut and their introduction to their quiet-loud dynamics and mesmerizing guitars. Hence, in my opinion it’s deserving of the list. The standout song from this album for me is “Mogwai Fear Satan,” probably their most epic song. Also, “Like Herod” needs a special mention. If you enjoyed this, please check out the rest of their music. Clearly, this is a biased view, but I don’t think they have a bad album.

Fly by Yoko Ono

I always thought breaking up the Beatles was Yoko Ono’s worst achievement. Then I listened to this album.

Mezzanine by Massive Attack

Wait a minute this wasn’t on the original list? Now I’m surprised it’s taken so long to get added to the users list. Makes me think everyone like me assumed it was on the first list… One of my go to albums for testing out sound systems this is an absolute classic. Up there with Portishead - Dummy as the two trio hop masterpieces.

Spirit of Eden by Talk Talk

I am getting to the point where I question why I’m continuing with the user list, then every so often I get a glaring omission from the list I hadn’t thought of, this talk talk album is one of these masterpieces that was ignored from the list and make this user list all the worth while.

It’s taken me a couple of weeks to get my head around this album. On my first listen, the album didn’t immediately grab me, until the final track hit. Something about it just clicked, and suddenly I felt compelled to go back and hear the whole thing again. On that second listen, it opened up for me in a big way. The mix of raw emotion and layered storytelling reminded me of a cross between Brand New and Black Country, New Road. Now a few weeks on it’s firmly in my regular rotation, a great album that rewards patience and revisiting.

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Nov 04 2024

I agree with this being on the secondary list there wasn’t enough dub on the main list, I enjoyed this album but did just get a bit repetitive for me to add this to my frequent rotation.

Peasant by Richard Dawson
Nov 05 2024

This certainly is a unique album, but just really isn’t to my taste. Remove the vocals and you have a much better album in my opinion

Young Team by Mogwai
Nov 06 2024

“Cause music is bigger than words and wider than pictures.” This was my submission, so it’s probably a bit obvious that I’m giving it five stars. If you can please listen to this album as it’s meant to be heard: loud as fuck. Here is my reasoning behind why I submitted this album: I wanted my choice to be a Scottish band, and a band that didn’t have any albums on the original list. I chose Mogwai because I think post-rock is a little underrepresented on the original list. We had Sigur Rós, Tortoise, and Slint, but it feels like Mogwai and Godspeed You! Black Emperor are obvious omissions. Young Team isn’t even my favorite Mogwai album; I would rank Come On Die Young and Happy Songs for Happy People above it. However, I think it’s their most important album, being their debut and their introduction to their quiet-loud dynamics and mesmerizing guitars. Hence, in my opinion it’s deserving of the list. The standout song from this album for me is “Mogwai Fear Satan,” probably their most epic song. Also, “Like Herod” needs a special mention. If you enjoyed this, please check out the rest of their music. Clearly, this is a biased view, but I don’t think they have a bad album.

Night Drive by Chromatics
Nov 07 2024

Never heard of Chromatics before, but really enjoyed this, late night ambiance can see me coming back to this more.

In the Aeroplane Over the Sea by Neutral Milk Hotel
Nov 09 2024

Even after completing the 1089 album, I never clicked this wasn’t in the book, it should have been absolute masterpiece.

When Smoke Rises by Mustafa
Nov 10 2024

Never heard of Mustafa before but James Blake is right up my street, so really enjoyed this short but sweet album, love his vocals, straight into my frequent rotation, great suggestion.

McDonald and Giles by Ian McDonald
Nov 11 2024

Really enjoyed some of this album, but it also got a bit tedious for my taste. Glad I listened but wouldn’t rush back.

St. Jude by Courteeners
Nov 12 2024

One of the great UK 00’s indie albums, was very underrated at the time, but now it’s almost overrated in certain circles given the rerelease and The push from the radio X crowd. Still a good album that is already in my frequent rotation. So happy to see this today.

Game of Fools by Koritni
Nov 13 2024

This isn’t a bad album, but for something that comes out in 2009 it sounds too much like it’s 70’s influences to be anything that special in my view. If I’m going to listen to hard rock I’d rather listen to the classics than this.

Ultra Blue by Hikaru Utada
Nov 14 2024

This isn’t my cup of tea, but I do agree with the sentiment that for all the world music on the list there isn’t enough J-Pop or K-Pop hence agree this is a fair submission.

The Hazards of Love by The Decemberists
Nov 15 2024

Enjoyed this good rock opera, like the different vocalist for different characters brings it to life more.

Control by Pedro The Lion
Nov 16 2024

Enjoyed this grunge concept album, only thing stopping me from adding this to my frequent rotation is the vocals get a bit wearing.

We Rock Hard by Freestylers
Nov 17 2024

Didn’t hate this, but just got A bit long and repetitive

Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera by Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera
Nov 18 2024

Never heard of this group before but really enjoyed this one, great example of 60s rock.

We Like It Here by Snarky Puppy
Nov 19 2024

Enjoyed this, but got a feeling they are one of those bands who you need to see live to truly get.

Kick by INXS
Nov 21 2024

A clear and obvious omission from the book, not a masterpiece but a great album up there with the best of 80’s rock, it just has so many stand out hits on it.

Contra by Vampire Weekend
Nov 22 2024

I love Vampire Weekend, can’t believe they were missed off the original list. I would argue they are one of the best indie bands of the 2010’s. Though I would rank their debut over this album, and I consider Vampires in the city to be their masterpiece. But I’m sure everyone has their own option of what is VW’s best album which I think is a sign of a great band.

Madvillainy by Madvillain
Nov 23 2024

Yep a hip hop masterpiece that’s clearly missing from the original list.

Englabörn by Jóhann Jóhannsson
Nov 24 2024

Enjoyed this, but just a bit long and repetitive for me to add to my frequent rotation.

10,000 gecs by 100 gecs
Nov 25 2024

Sorry even 25 mins of this was too much for me, the winey vocals did my head in.

The Beautiful Letdown by Switchfoot
Nov 26 2024

Sorry just feels like generic 00’s alt rock to me, nothing special. Didn’t hate this, but wouldn’t be recommending it to anyone.

Yeti by Amon Düül II
Nov 27 2024

Good psychedelic prog rock album, kinda lost interest half way through though. Good album but can’t see me coming back to it.

Blue Is The Colour by The Beautiful South
Nov 28 2024

This was a massive album in the 90’s with some great hit songs. Not going to pretend this is the greatest album ever (it’s got a lot of filler), but surely it deserves to be on the original list.

Oncle Jazz by Men I Trust
Nov 29 2024

I liked this nice a chilled indie album, maybe jsut a bit chilled for me to ever remember it, but time will tell, a 3 for now.

Carrie & Lowell by Sufjan Stevens
Nov 30 2024

Great indie album, Sufjan Stevens is already on the original list, but agree we could haves squeezed this album In too.

Come On Come On by Mary Chapin Carpenter
Dec 01 2024

Think we had enough country pop on the initial list.

Zuckerzeit by Cluster
Dec 02 2024

Just too much synthesisers for my taste.

Frosting On The Beater by The Posies
Dec 03 2024

Never listened to the posies before, I’m a fan of teenage fan club, so this music is right up my street, a great suggested album. Frustrating Spotify only seems To have a 5 track version of the album available, but I enjoyed listening to their greatest hits after that.

Super Ape by The Upsetters
Dec 05 2024

Enjoyed this, second dub album on this additional list, and would be happy for this to have been included on the main list.

Nuyorican Soul by Nuyorican Soul
Dec 06 2024

Enjoyed this, chilled laid back dance album, not sure I’ll come back to it, but that might change over time.

Rêver mieux by Daniel Bélanger
Dec 07 2024

No idea what he’s saying but enjoyed the vibes on this album, good addition to the list.

Stranger In Town by Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band
Dec 08 2024

Great rock album, should 100% be on the original list, would happy replace one of the many Bruce Springsteen albums for it.

I Am by Earth, Wind & Fire
Dec 09 2024

Yep there is room for two Earth, Wind and fire albums on the list, can make a good argument why this is actually their best album,

A Salty Dog by Procol Harum
Dec 10 2024

I didn’t love this but can see why it should be on the list .

F♯ A♯ ∞ by Godspeed You! Black Emperor
Dec 11 2024

I’m a big post rock fan, (Mogwai was my pick) so this post rock masterpiece was always getting 5 stars. Really should be on the main list!

Out of the Blue by Debbie Gibson
Dec 12 2024

I wasn’t aware of Debbie Gibson before today, so not sure why this is any better than the 80’s pop albums already on the list. My UK bias would have Kylie on ahead of this, but 80’s pop isn’t really my thing.

Pop by GAS
Dec 13 2024

Not that I listened to loads of ambient music but this is up there with the best Iv heard, one to keep in my collection for the correct moment.

Wild Planet by The B-52's
Dec 14 2024

Sorry one b52’s album was enough for me.

The Black Parade by My Chemical Romance
Dec 15 2024

Sorry but I always hated MCR for some reason, even saw them live once supporting muse and my opinion didn’t change, can see why a lot of folk like them, and probably would hate my Favourite band, but sorry can’t give this more than a 2.

Racine carrée by Stromae
Dec 16 2024

I try to spend my year avoiding Eurovision, so this just isn’t my cup of tea. My wife who loves Eurovision enjoyed it though.

Continuum by John Mayer
Dec 17 2024

Don’t think Iv intentionally ever listened to John Mayer before, to be honest this isn’t bad, reminds me a bit of van Morrison very easy listening, just not an album I’ll ever rush back to due to my personal taste.

Home Sweet Home by Kano
Dec 19 2024

Iv watched top boy, so I know Kano as Sully, but Iv never actually listened to his music before, I’m not a massive fan of grime. But I can tolerate this, enjoyed the electro beats more than the lyrics though.

Poesía Básica by Extrechinato y Tu
Dec 20 2024

Yeah this is a really good rock album, worth a listen.

Nurture by Porter Robinson
Dec 21 2024

Really enjoyed this

Forced Witness by Alex Cameron
Dec 23 2024

Never heard of Alex Cameron before, but absolutely loved this. Brilliantly quirky lyrics with 80’s happy sound. Probably one of my favourite albums Iv come across on the new list so far.

Music For People In Trouble by Susanne Sundfør
Dec 24 2024

Good album, but don’t know something was missing for me to add it to my frequent rotation, maybe needs a Couple more listens.

Hammersmith Odeon, London '75 by Bruce Springsteen
Dec 25 2024

I do like Bruce Springsteen but there is already enough of him on the original list, and I’m not a fan of live albums, so this one is a miss for me.

A Deeper Understanding by The War On Drugs
Dec 26 2024

Top modern Dad rock group, 100% should be on the list. I’m really into war on drugs so this is a biased 5.

Nightbirds by LaBelle
Dec 27 2024

Classic disco album Should have been in the original list.

Stage Four by Touché Amoré
Dec 28 2024

Soild hardcore album, just not sure if rush back to it.

Give Up by The Postal Service
Dec 29 2024

Yeah enjoyed this, not a massive Death Cab for a Cutie fan, so the vocals are not my favourite, but this is enjoyable enough I think it deserves to be on the list.

Bleed American by Jimmy Eat World
Dec 31 2024

One of the best albums, bands from The genre at the time, think this has aged better than the others too. One of my wife’s all time favourites too, so is played frequently in our house still.

World Of Echo by Arthur Russell
Jan 01 2025

Not for me this one jsut seemed to go on and on without going anywhere.

El Circo by Maldita Vecindad Y Los Hijos Del 5to. Patio
Jan 02 2025

Mexican punk rock, yes please.

Nail by Scraping Foetus off the Wheel
Jan 03 2025

The vocals on this one just put me off too much to enjoy or recommend

After Hours by The Weeknd
Jan 04 2025

Not really a fan of the weeknd, but can’t not argue how big this album was in 2020.

Gemstones by Adam Green
Jan 05 2025

Didn’t mind this, lyrics jumped between funny and cringey crass. Was worth a listen but can’t say I’ll rush back to the album.

Apostrophe(') by Frank Zappa
Jan 06 2025

Another strange but great Zappa album, think we could make room for this one on the orginal list.

Emotional Mugger by Ty Segall
Jan 07 2025

Enjoyed this, but just not sure enough to Come back to.

God Shuffled His Feet by Crash Test Dummies
Jan 08 2025

Yeah really enjoyed this, bit of a blast from the past, bur really good alt rock album now added back to my frequent rotation.

Korn by Korn
Jan 09 2025

My view is korn shouldn’t have more than 1 album on the list, problem being this album is probably better than follow the leader, so I’d probably swap them about.

Puzzle by Biffy Clyro
Jan 10 2025

My wife’s favourite band, so Iv always had a bit of a strange relationship with Biffy Clyro, they are far too overplayed in my house, but probably under appreciated in the real world. I do think Puzzle is the last good album before they went too mainstream with their sound. My favourite album is infinite land, where my wife is still obsessed with blackened sky. This is obviously more accessible than both of these, but still edgy enough to be better than only revolutions. But if you were to ask me what album someone who’s never listened to biffy should start with it would probably be this one.

Jan 11 2025

Absolutely beautiful album, I love Low and this is probably my favourite album of theirs. Easy 5 stars, thanks to whoever added this one.

Carolina Confessions by The Marcus King Band
Jan 12 2025

Im familiar with some of Marcus kings songs and am I fan, so really enjoyed this album, my sort of music.

Mm..Food by MF DOOM
Jan 13 2025

Great Hip Hop album I agree should be on the list, but personally I don’t think it’s in the same league as madvillainy

Chet by Chet Baker
Jan 14 2025

Great Jazz album up there with the best jazz albums on the original list.

A Live One by Phish
Jan 15 2025

I’ll accept a Phish album on the list, but not a 2 hour live album. Not sure if this suggestion is some sort of sick joke.

I Need to Start a Garden by Haley Heynderickx
Jan 16 2025

Have not heard of Haley Hendrickx before but I was immediately drawn in by her beautiful voice, such a nice modern album, Added to my frequent rotation

Jan 17 2025

Yes great album better than the Eels album that is on the list,

Eye by Robyn Hitchcock
Jan 18 2025

Just didn’t do anything for me

Jan 19 2025

It’s taken me over a week to properly get into this album, and I think that’s a sign it’s just not for me, sorry I tried.

Re by Café Tacvba
Jan 20 2025

Didn’t enjoy this as some of the other Mexican rock albums on this additional list, but I still see it having a place on the orginal list.

The Great Outdoors Jam by Pigeons Playing Ping Pong
Jan 21 2025

Good fun live album, would I come back to it, probably not, some of the Jams are just a bit long for my taste.

Rose Mountain by Screaming Females
Jan 22 2025

Really enjoyed this, proper female punk vibes.

Spilt Milk by Jellyfish
Jan 23 2025

One of the great 90’s albums, should really be on the original list.

Silent Alarm by Bloc Party
Jan 24 2025

Easy 5 stars one of my favourite 00’s indie albums and bands. Probably one of my favourite live performances when I seen bloc party back in 2006. I still think they are such an underrated band, probably not helped by the fact they never surpassed this debut album, and the UK indie scene at the time became so bloated with rubbish music.

O by Damien Rice
Jan 25 2025

How is this not in the orginal list but David Grey was! Absolutely beautiful album, easy 5 stars.

Relatives in Descent by Protomartyr
Jan 26 2025

Brooding dark post punk, enjoyed this but not sure I fully clicked with it to come back, the vocals though very post punk just a little off putting.

Jan 27 2025

I can see why this is added to the list, but personally it would be my 5th maybe even 6th after the Car now, favourite Arctic Monkeys album. But I do agree it’s an important album for them, and should be on the list for that reason alone. I don’t agree with the hate it gets from Arctic monkeys fans complaining they don’t make music like what ever people say I am any more. The same people probably also moan that all Catfish and the Bottlemens albums sound the same.. but also I don’t think this is a masterpiece that die hard fans of the album make out to be. I admire they took and risk and tried something different. Overall I would give this 3 stars, but the temptation to give it four stars out of five was just too much. Id say that’s unheard of, but I won’t be the first or the last to make this joke…..

The Lion's Roar by First Aid Kit
Jan 28 2025

Great modern folk album, should definitely be on the list.

Join Us by They Might Be Giants
Jan 29 2025

Maybe I’m missing something, but this just felt like very average alt rock to me.

Cleopatra by The Lumineers
Jan 30 2025

I really enjoyed this album when it came out in 2016, not sure if Iv listened to it since, enjoyed coming back to it today, good choice.

Live in San Francisco by Thee Oh Sees
Jan 31 2025

Big MC5 kick out the Jams vibes on this album, given that’s my all time favourite live album, that’s a massive positive in my book, not a massive fan of live albums in general but this one ticks all the boxes, immediately added to my frequent rotation.

Animals by Pink Floyd
Feb 01 2025

Pink Floyd’s underrated album, I actually prefer this over the wall, but would stick it behind DSOTM and what you were here. Worth place on the list, but just behind their masterpiece albums,

Feb 02 2025

Never heard of Jai Paul before and wasn’t expecting much from the album cover name or description. But this one really did blow me away. Really enjoyed it and straight into my frequent rotation, it’s only downfall is it’s not a real album, so can’t quite see it as a full masterpiece.

Squeezing Out Sparks by Graham Parker
Feb 03 2025

Big elvis Costello vibes on this one, this is more like his better albums so I’d happy replace one of his poorer efforts on the list for this.

Piledriver by Status Quo
Feb 04 2025

Enjoyed this, very underrated British rock band.

Human Racing by Nik Kershaw
Feb 05 2025

A very average 80’s album, I thought they were enough of those on the original list.

Stories by Avicii
Feb 06 2025

Was massive at the time, and a huge influence on modern day music, but not a good influence in my opinion really so find Avicii annoying. Shame what happened mind you.

From The Lions Mouth by The Sound
Feb 07 2025

Really enjoyed this, top 80s post punk, should be on the original list.

Moffou by Salif Keita
Feb 08 2025

Yes, west African jazz, the list could be improved so much with more diversity like this. Beautiful music.

Ænima by TOOL
Feb 09 2025

This really is a metal masterpiece that deserves its place on the original list.

Somewhere In The Between by Streetlight Manifesto
Feb 10 2025

When I was 14 Less than Jake were one of My favourite bands, Iv never heard of this group before but the music reminded me of what I liked in my younger days. Good accessible ska punk, enjoyed this would I come back to it, probably not now my tastes have changed.

WORRY by Jeff Rosenstock
Feb 11 2025

This album was good fun to begin then started to grate on me.

Sing To God by Cardiacs
Feb 12 2025

All just felt a bit chaotic, maybe jsut wasn’t in the mood for this today. I’m sure if I gave this time I might learn to love it.

Piñata by Freddie Gibbs
Feb 13 2025

Enjoyed this, proper good hip hop, would I come back to it, not sure

Recipe for Hate by Bad Religion
Feb 14 2025

Was a fan of bad religion when I was 14, I had the album the process of belief, which I played a lot, great punk rock band that should be on the original list.

Boxer by The National
Feb 15 2025

Probably my favourite National album, delighted to see it on this list, and there is clearly room for two albums from them on the main list.

The Animal Years by Josh Ritter
Feb 16 2025

Never heard of Josh Ritter before, but this is a great example of a singer songwriter album, good choice.

Go Farther In Lightness by Gang of Youths
Feb 17 2025

Easy to rate these albums when they are already one of your favourites from the last 10 years, modern day masterpiece.

Fuzz by Chucklehead
Feb 19 2025

Based on the album cover I wasn’t expecting this to be as funky, really enjoyed, good to find hidden gems like this on the user list,

Mad Dogs & Englishmen by Joe Cocker
Feb 20 2025

Not a fan of live albums, but we needed some Joe cocker on the original list.

Before These Crowded Streets by Dave Matthews Band
Feb 21 2025

One of those bands that should have been on the original list, not a massive fan but can’t say this isn’t good music.

Blink-182 by blink-182
Feb 22 2025

I was a big fan of Blinks 182 and their earlier albums as a teenager, Cheshire cat, dude range and Enema of the state. By the time this album came out my view of them was waining. Therefore I don’t think this album should be on the list, and this version of pop punk really hasn’t aged well, I don’t listen to it apart from Nostalgia feelings, But I can make an argument for blink being on the list, so 3 stars for blink overall.

Grand Prix by Teenage Fanclub
Feb 23 2025

Love teenage fan club and this album. I think overall do prefer Bandwangesqu but this is a close second.

Dogrel by Fontaines D.C.
Feb 24 2025

I agree fontaines D.C. should be on the list, and I appreciate their music, but personally the vocals especially on this album just grates on me, I can’t seem to add them to my frequent rotation.

Come On Over by Shania Twain
Feb 25 2025

Classic 90’s pop album everyone’s mum Had, should be included on the list.

Dilate by Ani DiFranco
Feb 26 2025

Good 90’s female singer song writer album,

Pushin' Against a Stone by Valerie June
Feb 27 2025

Loved this, great example of a modern retro album, great voice. Thanks to whoever submitted this album it’s going straight into my frequent rotation and I’ll be listening to further Valerie June albums,

Grace And Danger by John Martyn
Mar 02 2025

I really enjoyed soild air, but found this one a bit dull.

Alive Or Just Breathing by Killswitch Engage
Mar 03 2025

My school mates were massive KSE fans, I wasn’t hugely into them at the time, but did tag along to a few gigs. Good example of metal for the era. I do prefer Jesse over Howard, and my last serenade would be my favourite KSE song. So although not in my frequent rotation I’d have to give this 4 stars.

A1A by Jimmy Buffett
Mar 04 2025

Meh not my cup of tea.

Don't Say No by Billy Squier
Mar 06 2025

Yes some good old classic hard rock, how is this not on the original list!

Ruin by The Amazing Devil
Mar 07 2025

Very dramatic indie folk album, I did enjoy it even though it comes across as pretentious posh theatre kids at times. Overall I think this is Good choice for an album selection.

Transatlanticism by Death Cab for Cutie
Mar 09 2025

Classic album from the era, should have been on the original list.

Get Fucked by The Chats
Mar 10 2025

Great example of a modern punk album, no messing about.

Tomb by Angelo De Augustine
Mar 11 2025

Found this one a little dull.

Angel Dust by Faith No More
Mar 12 2025

Nope not for me. Feels like it’s proto nu metal which isn’t a good thing

I And Love And You by The Avett Brothers
Mar 13 2025

Dull modern folk rock, didn’t really have an impact on me.

Mar 14 2025

Great example of French punk, my only gripe is it’s a bit long, I lost interest by the end.

Act IV: Rebirth In Reprise by The Dear Hunter
Mar 15 2025

This is a really great album and tells a good story, but just isn’t my cup of tea. Agree it deserves to make any list, but I’m personally not going to rush back to it.

Whipped Cream & Other Delights by Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass
Mar 16 2025

Really enjoyed this, brilliant brass album should be added to the orginal list.

Brat by Charli xcx
Mar 17 2025

This album has been so hyped up this year, but this is my first time listening to it, I agree it should be added to the list, but it’s not really my personal taste in music, so doubt I’ll come back to it, but glad I took the time to finally listen to it.

Operation Ivy by Operation Ivy
Mar 18 2025

Good old classic punk rock,

Afraid Of Sunlight by Marillion
Mar 19 2025

Found I loved parts of this album, while Other songs were a bit meh, a real hit and miss one for me. Probably just enough hits for me to give it a 3

Lateralus by TOOL
Mar 20 2025

I prefer the other tool album to those one, but can always make room for this one on the list too.

All Hour Cymbals by Yeasayer
Mar 21 2025

Really enjoyed this, never heard of them Before, but great example of modern experimental rock that is also easy listening, added to my rotation.

Djarimirri by Gurrumul
Mar 24 2025

Interesting album one that deserves its place on the orginal list, just not sure it’s the sort of thing I’ll ever come back to.

Currents by Tame Impala
Mar 25 2025

Modern day masterpiece.

"Awaken, My Love!" by Childish Gambino
Mar 26 2025

Never actually intentionally listened to Childish Gambino before, wasn’t was I was expecting completely blown away by this album. Superb 👌🏼

Because the Internet by Childish Gambino
Mar 27 2025

From never listening to Childish Gambino to getting two of his albums in a row. I preferred awaken my love over this one. But this clearly also merits a place On the list.

MOMENTUM by Calibro 35
Mar 28 2025

Found this grovey and cool, but just got a bit repetitive come the end. Worthy of its place on the list, but won’t rush back.

All Hail West Texas by The Mountain Goats
Mar 29 2025

Enjoyed this, but not sure I’ll come back to it.

Hadestown by Anaïs Mitchell
Mar 30 2025

Really enjoyed this, good folk album. Liked the duets with veron

Lahai by Sampha
Mar 31 2025

Big fan of Samphas debut, not sure why Iv not listened to this one before, it’s also very good.

In Between Dreams by Jack Johnson
Apr 01 2025

One of those albums so overplayed and owned by everyone at the time, but looking back it hasn’t aged too badly. Deserves its place on this list.

Real Life by Joan As Police Woman
Apr 02 2025

Never heard of this before, but lovely little pop record added to my rotation.

22, A Million by Bon Iver
Apr 03 2025

Not my favourite Bon Iver album, but still different enough and interesting enough to be considered for this list.

The Evil One by Roky Erickson
Apr 04 2025

Enjoyed this good old no thrills classic rock, reminded me a bit of the stones.

Emotion by Carly Rae Jepsen
Apr 05 2025

Better than I expected, having only heard the singles, decent modern pop album.

No.1 In Heaven by Sparks
Apr 06 2025

Good fun album, should have been on the orginal list.

Comfort To Me by Amyl and The Sniffers
Apr 07 2025

Heard of this band a few times, but this is my first time listening, proper modern punk band, helped with a great female vocalist. Great addition to the list.

Souvlaki by Slowdive
Apr 08 2025

One of the best shoegaze albums Out there. How is this not on the orginal list?

Phantom Power by The Tragically Hip
Apr 09 2025

Enjoyed this, reminded of REM which is a good thing, add t my frequent rotation.

A City Dressed In Dynamite by That Handsome Devil
Apr 10 2025

Enjoyed this very different mix of rock jazz and hip hop, got a bit strange as it went on, might come back to it, but not totally convinced yet.

Look Sharp! by Joe Jackson
Apr 11 2025

Classic new wave album, should have been on the original list, surely room for this over one of the Elvis Costello albums.

Goat by The Jesus Lizard
Apr 12 2025

Interesting noise rock album, enjoyed this but didn’t love it, might grow more over time .

Pop Art by Transvision Vamp
Apr 13 2025

Good female punk new wave style 80’s album, enjoyed this one too,

Watch Out! by Alexisonfire
Apr 14 2025

One of my favourite bands from 2004 to 2008 seen them live 3 times, know this album off by heart. So good and I don’t come back to it enough these days now my tastes have changed. Thank you to who ever added this! It made my morning.

Sound Awake by Karnivool
Apr 15 2025

Really good modern prog metal album, not my cup of tea but can help but respect the complexity of the music on show here.

City Of Evil by Avenged Sevenfold
Apr 16 2025

Used to be a fan of avenged sevenfold when I was a teenager, listening back now the vocals just go right through me. Can see why this isn’t a band from my youth I revisit often. This album is a bit all over the place.

HELLYEAH by HELLYEAH
Apr 17 2025

Full on 00’s metal supergroup we really didn’t need. I’d accept a Mudvayne or Pantera album, but we don’t need this.

Fully Completely by The Tragically Hip
Apr 18 2025

My second tragically hip album from this list, think I actually prefer this one, very good 90’s alt rock, straight into my frequent rotation.

Apr 19 2025

Great indie album right up my street. Added to my frequent rotation.

Apr 20 2025

Not really my cup of tea, feels a bit all over the place and. Chaotic, but clearly has had an influence o a lot fi the modern pop music today. So based on that probably merits its place on this list.

Apr 21 2025

Enjoyed this, maybe not as much as the classic pink Floyd album, but certainly earns its place on the list.

Argus by Wishbone Ash
Apr 22 2025

Very 70’s classic rock, didn’t mind this, but also not one I’ll rush back to, I’m sure it hit differently in the 70’s

Bloody Kisses by Type O Negative
Apr 23 2025

Good goth rock record, wouldn’t have minded this on the main list.

Loss by Mull Historical Society
Apr 24 2025

Great almost forgotten Scottish indie album, wasn’t sure I was familiar with this band, unless watching Xanadu came on, I clearly never click who actually sang that song.

Metallic K.O. by The Stooges
Apr 26 2025

Love the stooges, not a fan of live albums, I think I struggle with this one as the sound quality is so low, I’m not sure the raw energy offsets that here. Obvious would be incredible to be there at the time but I don’t get it from this recording. I’d rather just listen to the studio albums. But all that aside, the historical significance of this album and the eruption of punk following it, I can’t not give it at least 3 stars.

The Shape Of Jazz To Come by Ornette Coleman
Apr 28 2025

If you asked me what Jazz album is missing from the list I’d say this one. Even more ridiculous that spy vs spy is on the list. Saying that personally it’s not a jazz album I really connect with I find it a bit hard work and complex, I prefer the more accessible bebop jazz. But you can’t argue enough the importance of this album.

Misplaced Childhood by Marillion
Apr 29 2025

Sounds a lot like 70’s Genesis, maybe a bit more accessible with the 80’s production. Wasn’t bad probably worth its place on the list.

Fashion Nugget by CAKE
Apr 30 2025

Enjoyed this one, never heard them before I don’t think but obviously recognised the covers. I liked their take on the songs. One I’ll hopefully come back to.

Weezer by Weezer
May 01 2025

Not a massive weezer fan, but can’t argue that this isn’t a huge power pop album and needs to be on the list.

Enema Of The State by blink-182
May 02 2025

Wasn’t my favourite album at the time, (was dude ranch when I was 14) but looking back this is probably peak blink 182, when they improved there production and still had an edgy pop punk sound. They went downhill from here in my eyes.if I was to include 1 blink album on the List it would have to be this one.

Dead Man's Party by Oingo Boingo
May 06 2025

Not a massive new wave fan, but this One was good fun, think you could make room for it on the list.

Alive 2007 by Daft Punk
May 07 2025

Yes my go to Daft Punk album, not a fan of live albums but I can make an exception for this one, just works so well!

May 08 2025

A lot of live albums on this extra list, this is one of the better ones, really feel the energy in it. Will look into More vulfpack

Nonagon Infinity by King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
May 10 2025

Love this album, 100% their masterpiece. I like King Gizzard and appreciate how they do things differently, but sometimes do wish they would slow down the album releases and bring out top quality albums like this one. But then maybe that would make them just like all the other bands so they should just keep being them.

Maestro by Kaizers Orchestra
May 12 2025

Enjoyed this good indie rock album Language barrier probably stop me coming back to it though.

Under The Pink by Tori Amos
May 13 2025

Enjoyed this maybe better than the Tori Amos album on the official list.

Symbolic by Death
May 14 2025

Great example of a death metal album that’s actually good, deserves its place on the list.

People by The Burning Hell
May 15 2025

Started ok but got a bit weird for me.

Rip It Off by Times New Viking
May 17 2025

This one just didn’t click with me.

Tales Of Mystery And Imagination by The Alan Parsons Project
May 19 2025

The fall of house usher was a bit Much, appreciated the rest of the album. I’d say it’s worthy of an inclusion on the list.

May 20 2025

Never heard of Hum before and this was a pleasant surprise, right up my street in terms of guitar music. Added to my frequent rotation.

Pony Express Record by Shudder To Think
May 21 2025

Not sure what to make of this, enjoyed parts, found the vocals a bit irritating. If it came out in 00’s would be a straight 2 stars, but feels this is a bit more impactful being 90’s. So 3 stars interesting enough to merit giving it a chance. Who knows might grow on me.

Not Animal by Margot & The Nuclear So And So's
May 22 2025

Good indie album enjoyed this, not sure I’ll return to it though.

10,000 Days by TOOL
May 23 2025

Yeah ok I get it, we needed a TOOL album on the official list. But this is the 3rd tool album on the additional list, that’s more than enough TOOL thank you!

Bob Mould by Bob Mould
May 24 2025

Good alternative rock album, vocals maybe just become a bit stale after a while.

Once by Nightwish
May 25 2025

Sounds like a mix of computer game music and Evanescence. (Not a compliment)

May 26 2025

Soild British indie album, right up my street but never heard of these guys before, think I’ll come back To this one, good choice.

Stretch 2 by Arca
May 27 2025

It was short at least.

Discovery by Daft Punk
May 30 2025

On the original list I gave home work 5 stars on the basis this wasn’t on the list, so this one obviously needs the full five stars. Their masterpiece.

Geogaddi by Boards of Canada
May 31 2025

Worth its place on the list, but do find it a bit tiresome to come back to.

Choirs Of The Eye by Kayo Dot
Jun 01 2025

Really enjoyed this, such a diverse metal album spanning different styles and then jumping back to heavy parts. Great choice.

Deep Down Happy by Sports Team
Jun 02 2025

I had this album on repeat when it came out a few years ago. Really good example of the current U.K. indie revival.

Homogenic by Björk
Jun 04 2025

I don’t think we need another Bjork album, but this is her best one, so let’s remove All the other ones and just have this one please. I could live with that.

The Lioness by Songs: Ohia
Jun 05 2025

Found this one a bit dull and boring.

Up by Great Big Sea
Jun 06 2025

Didn’t mind some of this, other parts just seems on the cheesey of Irish folk music, not for me.

The Monitor by Titus Andronicus
Jun 07 2025

I think this whole process has made me realise I’m not a fan of lo-fi music.

Jun 08 2025

One of the best uk indie rock albums at the time, albeit wasn’t much competition during this period. Listening back now it has aged well. Not quite a masterpiece but Worthy of my frequent rotation.

AmarElo by Emicida
Jun 10 2025

Enjoyed this, no idea what he’s rapping about mind you.

Discosis by Bran Van 3000
Jun 11 2025

Not for me sorry.

GUTS by Olivia Rodrigo
Jun 12 2025

Iv listen to sour before but not this one. I’d had thought the first album had more argument to be included in the list. This isn’t really my type of music, but can appreciate why it could be included in the list. It’s good pop guitar music.

Alexisonfire by Alexisonfire
Jun 13 2025

Loved alexis when I was 16, I prefer watch out to their debut though.

Diary by Sunny Day Real Estate
Jun 14 2025

Does sound a bit ahead of its time this one.

Old No. 1 by Guy Clark
Jun 15 2025

I was sick of all the country albums on the original list, sorry this one didn’t have a chance.

Jun 16 2025

Absolutely classic punk album should have been on the list and still sounds so good today, can’t believe I’m actually going to rate this higher than the shape of Jazz to come, but think that’s purely down to personal taste, and influence on my current music.

Stop Making Sense by Talking Heads
Jun 17 2025

One of the handful of albums that can change my opinion that live albums are not good. This has everything you want from a live album and still sounds so good, masterpiece.

For Emma, Forever Ago by Bon Iver
Jun 18 2025

Can’t believe this wasn’t on the original list. Absolute masterpiece of an album.

Come And Get It by Rachel Stevens
Jun 20 2025

Assume this is some sort of sick joke?

Triage by David Baerwald
Jun 21 2025

I don’t think the music lives up to the Album cover.

Clarity by Jimmy Eat World
Jun 22 2025

Clearly added by a jimmy eat world fan. Not a bad album but don’t think it’s in the same league as Bleed America. Hence I don’t think there is a place for this on the list. But I enjoyed it enough to give it a 3.

Toxicity by System Of A Down
Jun 23 2025

A few albums keep popping up on this user list that I assumed this was on the original list. This is probably the best nu metal album (not got much competition mind you) but 100% should be on the list. 14 year old me absolutely loved it.

Maybe a sign I’m turning into a grumpy old man, but I really don’t get why the 1975 are so popular, even more so this week when they are headlining Glastonbury. This album hasn’t help change my mind on them either, all I hear is a whiny pop band with guitars.

Sublime by Sublime
Jun 25 2025

Great examples of 90s ska punk.

Telefone by Noname
Jun 26 2025

The Diddy Bop probably has a very different meaning in 2025…

Songs Of A Lost World by The Cure
Jun 27 2025

Really wasn’t into the cure until recently, took me to get Disintegrated on the orginal list to full my appreciate them, their other albums didn’t click with me before that. But when this came out last year I was blown away, the soundscapes are beautiful. One of my favourite albums over the last year, maybe jumping the gun giving this a 5, but does feel like one of these best comeback albums in a long time.

Spirit of Eden by Talk Talk
Jun 28 2025

I am getting to the point where I question why I’m continuing with the user list, then every so often I get a glaring omission from the list I hadn’t thought of, this talk talk album is one of these masterpieces that was ignored from the list and make this user list all the worth while.

Version 2.0 by Garbage
Jun 30 2025

Soild 90s alt rock,

Savage Sinusoid by Igorrr
Jul 01 2025

Got the shock of my life putting this on, thought I was listening to the Tyler creator album Igor, and was hit with a wall of screaming. This is good and very different to the list. Great suggestion.

Bon Iver by Bon Iver
Jul 02 2025

My second favourite Bon Iver album, after for Emma, it gets a bit too pretentious after this.

Romance by Fontaines D.C.
Jul 03 2025

For years Iv thought DC fountains were a band I should really like but just couldn’t get into them. Think it was the vocals grated on me too much. This is the album that finally clicked with me though. I think it is more accessible than their previous work.

Crystal Castles by Crystal Castles
Jul 04 2025

Just sounds like angry computer game music to me.

Jul 05 2025

From the album cover I was expecting this to be some teen pop punk music from an American pie film. It was better than that.

Fear Inoculum by TOOL
Jul 07 2025

Surely we have ran out of TOOL albums to add to this list now?

My Brain Hurts by Screeching Weasel
Jul 09 2025

Great punk rock record, never heard before but teenage me would have loved this.

Cor-Crane Secret by Polvo
Jul 10 2025

Great 90’s Alt rock record, one I’ll come back to.

Suzuki by Tosca
Jul 13 2025

Cool chilled out vibes enjoyed this one.

Ungodly Hour by Chloe x Halle
Jul 14 2025

Pretty forgettable R&B album.

Norther by Ex-Easter Island Head
Jul 15 2025

Na sorry this one just gave me a sore head.

Script Of The Bridge by The Chameleons
Jul 17 2025

Yes this is right up my street, gothic and moody, but also danceable. Reminds me a bit of the editors and white lies.

Out Of Time by R.E.M.
Jul 19 2025

I’m 50/50 if this is needed on the orginal list given all the other REM albums on their it’s a hard choice on which one to switch out for this one, but on its own merit it’s still a good album, so if it’s your personal favourite REM then fair play.

Portishead by Portishead
Jul 20 2025

Good album, but I prefer the ones of the list, still worthy of inclusion in its own right though.

Take to the Skies by Enter Shikari
Jul 21 2025

I seen these guys back in 2005 at a tiny gig at the viewfield hotel in Arbroath, was one of my favourite gigs at that venue, it absolutely kicked off. Loved their demos and didn’t mind this album but kinda lost interest in the band and the music shortly after. I don’t think this album holds up well today, But thank you to who ever added this for a nice personal trip up memory lane. 4 stars for the 2005 gig.

A Beginner's Mind by Sufjan Stevens
Jul 23 2025

Nice songs but just drifted into background music.

Jul 24 2025

Enjoyed this album, but just a bit of the long side I thought became a bit of a drag and seemed disjointed in parts. Glad I listened though.

Lemonade by Beyoncé
Jul 25 2025

Got to agree this is Beyoncé’s best album. Not sure it’s a full 5 start masterpiece due to my personal music tastes, but it’s close.

The Fame by Lady Gaga
Jul 26 2025

I couldn’t avoid this album during my 2nd year of uni, constantly played in every club/pub/party we went to. So was big but not really music I care for now.

Last Splash by The Breeders
Jul 27 2025

Great 90’s alt rock record which is clearly missing from the original list. Up there with the pixies best albums, but just not quite a masterpiece in my eyes.

Year of the Cat by Al Stewart
Jul 28 2025

Good 70’s album, worth a listen, but not sure I’d rate it higher than the other classics from the era.

Autobiografia by Duncan Dhu
Jul 29 2025

Enjoyed this, but no idea what they are singing about. Nice addition to the list.

Shack-man by Medeski, Martin & Wood
Jul 30 2025

Interesting jazz fusion album, gives off good fund vibes, enjoyable listen, but not sure I’ll return to it.

Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas To Heaven by Godspeed You! Black Emperor
Jul 31 2025

Yes, arguably the greatest post rock album of all time I prefer this to their debut. I think this is a great add to the list, but I would as Mogwai Young team was my choice, so this is right up my street.

Millennium by Backstreet Boys
Aug 01 2025

Another album on the users list id file under, ‘is this a windup?’ The hits have become classic cheesey pop songs, rest of the album is inferior copies of the hits. Was a bit of a drag to be honest.

TEKKNO by Electric Callboy
Aug 02 2025

Techno metal, before this morning I didn’t realise such an album existed. After listening to it, I’m not sure it should exist. Couple of interesting parts but the lyrics are very silly, and not much depth to the songs.

Is Ellipsis by Psyche Origami
Aug 03 2025

Soild hip hop album, great flow.

You & I by Rita Ora
Aug 04 2025

It’s not the worst pop album Iv heard, but a strange choice all the same.

Imaginal Disk by Magdalena Bay
Aug 05 2025

Yes a great modern pop album, room for this one on the list.

WE ARE by Jon Batiste
Aug 06 2025

Really enjoyed album, such a good vibe and flow to it. Added to my frequent rotation.

Blade Runner by Vangelis
Aug 07 2025

I have never actually seen blade runner, the original or the remake… Allowing for that fact makes the fact this soundtrack even impressive to me. Movie scores are underrepresented on the list, so clearly room to add this one.

The Midnight Organ Fight by Frightened Rabbit
Aug 08 2025

Frightened Rabbit were already on my shortlist to include, so I was delighted to see this album on the users list this morning. Personally, I prefer Pedestrian Verse given its more polished sound, but The Midnight Organ Fight undoubtedly hits harder and arguable their more important album. It’s a tough listen these days, but such an important one. Given what happened to Scott, I honestly can’t think of a band with a more poignant and heartbreaking song than Floating in the Forth. It hits even harder for me, having friends and family who’ve sadly gone down the same tragic path. That’s why this gets the full 5 stars from me — not just for the music, but for what it represents. And if anyone reading this is going through something similar to what Scott faced, please: reach out to your friends, your family — anyone. You are loved more than you can possibly imagine.

Aug 09 2025

Great choice of an addition, is it as good as love supreme no, but very accessible jazz music so we can make room for it on the and my frequent rotation.

Has A Good Home by Final Fantasy
Aug 11 2025

Really enjoyed the violin but by the end of the album his vocals just grated on me. Somewhere between a 2 and a 3. It’s different enough for me to give it a 3.

News at 11 by Cat System Corp.
Aug 13 2025

Interesting album, worth a listen at least once,

Mouth Sounds by Neil Cicierega
Aug 14 2025

Given this was only on YouTube, I found it hard to listen and then adverts popping up in between songs, sometimes the adverts were not as annoying my as the samples themselves..

Thank Christ for the Bomb by The Groundhogs
Aug 15 2025

Never heard of this band before, but this sort of blues rock is right up my street. Straight into my frequent rotation.

Oceanic by ISIS
Aug 16 2025

Enjoyed this post metal album, good music, not sure if I’ll come back to it though.

Quadrophenia by The Who
Aug 17 2025

This ain’t a bad album, on its own hard to argue against, but I would rank Tommy over this. So hard to make an argument for another who album on the list, that being said I prefer this to the who sells out. So I would replace that album with this.

People Watching by Sam Fender
Aug 18 2025

This is actually my most listened to album this year since it game out, I think it’s brilliant album, but it’s maybe just too early to tell if it’s worth the full 5 stars, can easily give it 4 though.

Ocean Avenue by Yellowcard
Aug 19 2025

Classic emo album from the 00’s had this as a teenager, good to listen back but nostalgic reasons only, don’t think it’s held up well over time.

No Balance Palace by Kashmir
Aug 26 2025

Enjoyed this. Clearly influenced by Radiohead which is obviously a good thing, impressive to get Bowie and reed on the album, added to my frequent rotation,

Harbor Lights by Bruce Hornsby
Aug 27 2025

Maybe didn’t give this enough time, but just comes across as cheesy soft rock, not for me.

Blizzard Of Ozz by Ozzy Osbourne
Aug 28 2025

Not a bad album stand alone, crazy train is a great song, but I wouldn’t replace any of the black sabbath albums for this, or listen to this over them. So I can’t find room for it on the list.

Y Ahora Qué? by Reincidentes
Aug 29 2025

No idea what they are singing about, but I got the vibe of a good fun Spanish punk music. Enjoyed this.

Fine Line by Harry Styles
Aug 30 2025

This album isn’t as bad as you think it’s going to be. But that’s still a low bar.

Vs. by Pearl Jam
Aug 31 2025

This is a good album, stand alone I’d have it on the list, but it really isn’t in the same league as ten, so when I’m in the mood for pearl jam, that’s the album I’ll be going for.

Sep 01 2025

Interesting but also average at times indie pop album. Can’t decided if I should give it one more listen or not before I give my final rating….

Sunbather by Deafheaven
Sep 02 2025

I gave this a full week before listening again as I had a headache and wasn’t in the right frame of mind last week, coming back to this fresh I can feel my headache coming back.

Save Rock And Roll by Fall Out Boy
Sep 04 2025

Sorry personal view but Iv never liked fall out boy and never will. Something about them and their music just grates on me. If this what saves rock n roll deary me.

Polygondwanaland by King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
Sep 06 2025

Frustrating that KG removed all their music from Spotify. Though don’t disagree with their actions just means I won’t bother listening it today and rate it on previous listened. This is a good album within their discography, not one of my personal favourites, but with a band with so many records it’s hard to pick a top 5. I sometimes do wonder if they would be better if they had a bit more focus on quality over quantity, but then their volume of output is what makes them stand out from the crowd. Overall though there is definitely room for a few KG albums on this list.

The art of Amalia Rodrigues by Amália Rodrigues
Sep 07 2025

Good and different, could make room for this on the list. Just no idea what she’s singing about, but not sure you need to, to appreciate the music.

Piano Bar by Charly García
Sep 08 2025

Really good Argentina rock music, could make room for this on the orginal list.

Gordon by Barenaked Ladies
Sep 09 2025

Barenaked ladies are a group Iv heard of but never really properly listened too. This is Good fun soft rock album, added to my frequent rotation.

Fly by Yoko Ono
Sep 10 2025

I always thought breaking up the Beatles was Yoko Ono’s worst achievement. Then I listened to this album.

Up To Here by The Tragically Hip
Sep 11 2025

Another tragically hip album, can’t really complain i like these guys. I’d find a way to squeeze it on the list.

Yellow & Green by Baroness
Sep 12 2025

Really good hard rock album, just a bit on the long side for me to add to my frequent rotation.

Only Death is Real by Stray From The Path
Sep 13 2025

Yes this metal core album slaps. A lot of similarities to RATM which is a good thing. So much anger funnels into this but the music is still so tight. Metalcore really isn’t my scene anymore and hasn’t been for about 20 years but I think I might have to keep this in my rotation for days I was the release some stress. A lot of

The Rocky Horror Picture Show by Various Artists
Sep 15 2025

I have never actually seen the rocky horror show, but still enjoyed listening to this, and I think the list could have a few more musical soundtracks on it.

Fantasies by Metric
Sep 16 2025

Never listens to metric before, but enjoyed this, the sort of indie rock I listen to, so will be getting added to my frequent rotation.

"Weird Al" Yankovic by "Weird Al" Yankovic
Sep 17 2025

This is a clever, funny and silly covers album. Do I think it should be on the orginal list? Nope. Did I enjoy listening to it today? Yes I did.

Sep 18 2025

Familiar with some of the songs on the album, good modern indie music, just suffers from being too long an album.

Ida Con Snock by Michael Hurley
Sep 19 2025

Not a bad album, just not my thing.

Brand New Eyes by Paramore
Sep 20 2025

I’m Just not a fan of paramore,

Sep 21 2025

It’s taken me a couple of weeks to get my head around this album. On my first listen, the album didn’t immediately grab me, until the final track hit. Something about it just clicked, and suddenly I felt compelled to go back and hear the whole thing again. On that second listen, it opened up for me in a big way. The mix of raw emotion and layered storytelling reminded me of a cross between Brand New and Black Country, New Road. Now a few weeks on it’s firmly in my regular rotation, a great album that rewards patience and revisiting.

The Grass Is Blue by Dolly Parton
Sep 22 2025

Sorry but one Dolly Parton was enough for me.

Images and Words by Dream Theater
Sep 23 2025

Think this just sounds like dated over the top metal to me.

First Utterance by Comus
Sep 26 2025

Sorry this just isn’t my cup of tea.

Keep It like a Secret by Built To Spill
Sep 27 2025

Soild 90’s indie rock, happy to see it on the list

Only God Was Above Us by Vampire Weekend
Sep 29 2025

Another vampire weekend album, I love the band and this is a good album,I listened to it a lot last year but into as much this year, but I’m still picking vampires in the city or their debut over this one. So just the 3 stars from me for this specific album.

Singles by Future Islands
Sep 30 2025

Great example modern synth pop album.

The Hypnogogue by The Church
Oct 01 2025

First time listening to church really enjoyed this. Solid choice, and added to my frequent rotation.

Speak & Spell by Depeche Mode
Oct 02 2025

Stand alone this is a good album, but it just feels a bit flat vs their later entries and no way near the same league as violator. Stand alone id include it in the list, but I’d argued the best of Depeche mode is already well represented.

Once Upon a Rhyme by David Allan Coe
Oct 04 2025

Sorry heard enough country in the original list.

Afrociberdelia by Chico Science
Oct 05 2025

This was ok, but didn’t stand out as anything special. Maybe the langue barrier didn’t help.

Cold Fact by Rodríguez
Oct 06 2025

Love this album, first came across it after watching the sugar man documentary, masterpiece of a singer songwriter album, and very under rated within the uk anyway.

Witness by Modern Life Is War
Oct 07 2025

Just a bit angry for my Monday morning commute

Smell No Evil by Ookla The Mok
Oct 08 2025

What is these guys obsession with Monkeys all about.

Psychic by DARKSIDE
Oct 10 2025

Really enjoyed this, one of the best electronic albums I’ve heard in a while, very atmospheric and layered. One I’ll keep coming back to.

Nia by Blackalicious
Oct 11 2025

Very interesting hip hop album, would have this over a lot of the other hip hop on the list. Just runs a bit over my listening attention span to get 4 stars.

Black Devil Disco Club by Black Devil Disco Club
Oct 12 2025

Really enjoyed this mix of disco and electronic feels ahead of its time, added to my frequent rotation

Pulse by Pink Floyd
Oct 13 2025

This is a good live album, and stand alone worthy of the list, but I wouldn’t switch out any of their studio albums for it.

Revolution by Q65
Oct 14 2025

Right up my street this one, great 60’s blues/psychedelic rock added to my frequent rotation

Get To Heaven by Everything Everything
Oct 15 2025

Great album, mix of modern but also 80’s influences. Great addition to the users list.

Neon Golden by The Notwist
Oct 16 2025

I found this album interesting but also forgettable at the same time, which sounds odd, but feels like an album you really have to pay attention with or it just drifts into the background. Either way I think it’s worthy of the list, just not sure if I’ll ever remember it to come back to.

Body Talk by Robyn
Oct 19 2025

Wow actually never clicked this wasn’t on the original list. Modern pop masterpiece. With Dancing on my own up there with the greatest songs of the 21st century.

Nearer My God by Foxing
Oct 22 2025

Really enjoyed this, my idea of modern rock, added to my frequent rotation.

O Monstro Precisa De Amigos by Ornatos Violeta
Oct 23 2025

Average rock album, probably not helped I couldn’t connect with the lyrics.

BABYMETAL by BABYMETAL
Oct 24 2025

Odd generic metal album, didn’t do much for me sorry.

Wildflowers by Tom Petty
Oct 25 2025

Room for another Tom Petty album? I would make space for this one, great album.

Transmissions by STARSET
Oct 27 2025

The sort of rock music that just does nothing for me.

One Life by Malibu
Oct 28 2025

Good ambient EP

Slip by Quicksand
Oct 29 2025
Beautiful Midnight by Matthew Good Band
Oct 30 2025

Average 90’s rock, only a few songs on the album available on Spotify, based on these songs I have zero interest in trying to find the rest of the album.

Excitable Boy by Warren Zevon
Oct 31 2025

Had a few bad albums in a row on the user list, so this was a nice surprise. Was familiar with the werewolves song, but the rest of the album is also great, good pick.

Nov 01 2025

When it came out I was a massive fan of Deja Entendu, and I had a soft spot for Your favourite weapon but I’d say this one hasn’t aged well. Not sure I ever listened to this album before, come 2006 my music taste had moved away from pop/punk/emo music. Listening to this I’m blown away with how good it is, kicking myself for listening to this earlier I feel obliged to give it five stars now..

Geography by Tom Misch
Nov 02 2025

Wow this album is superb. First time listening and an instant classic, loved the Jazz and flow and a nice surprise Loyle Carner popping up on water baby.

Tomorrow Belongs To Me by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band
Nov 03 2025

Very odd and a bit all over the place, but that added to the allure. Worth its place on the list.

The Mantle by Agalloch
Nov 04 2025

Yes loved this, wasn’t sure I would hearing the description, but the guitar layers and wall of sound is right up my street. Vocals not exactly my cup of tea, the only thing stopping me giving this a 5.

How To Be A Human Being by Glass Animals
Nov 05 2025

I agree there is room on the list for glass animals. I just wouldn’t rave about it myself

Promises by Floating Points
Nov 06 2025

Yes this is a brilliant album, loved it when it came out. Modern day masterpiece

Circles by Mac Miller
Nov 07 2025

Makes me wonder if I’m trying harder with this album because it’s posthumous. It’s not a bad hip hop album, but really doesn’t draw me in.

Nov 08 2025

I was sure I had heard of this band before, then the theme tune to sopranos came and it all made sense.

Highway Prayers by Billy Strings
Nov 09 2025

Blue grass just isn’t my cup of tea, therefore zero interest in a 2024 bluegrass album, that doesn’t nothing new for the genre.

Diamonds & Gasoline by Turnpike Troubadours
Nov 10 2025

I really don’t like country, but for some reason this didn’t seem so bad and found myself bobing along to songs.

Inside by Bo Burnham
Nov 11 2025

I remember the hype this got when it came Out on Netflix. I couldn’t manage to watch the whole show, musical comedy just isn’t my thing. Listening back I got a few laughs to this, and white girls instagram is very funny. But it gets tiresome quick, so don’t think I’d have it on my list.

Auri by Auri
Nov 14 2025
Quebec by Ween
Nov 15 2025

Interesting and strange at times, overall good choice

To Be Kind by Swans
Nov 16 2025

I’m not sure why but this is the first album In the awhile where I’ve poured myself a whisky and sat in front of my proper hifi system to listen to on a Saturday night and wow I was blown away. The sound quality the building of tension absolutely brilliant completely sucked me in. My only complaint is 2 hours is far too long for an album.

Take It From The Man by The Brian Jonestown Massacre
Nov 17 2025

90’s inspired stones music yes please.

Erratic Cinematic by Gerry Cinnamon
Nov 20 2025

I’ll admit it, Gerry Cinnamon is a bit of a guilty pleasure. His biggest hits ‘Belter’ and ‘Canter’ do my head in, but there are enough gems here, too catchy to ignore, that the album keeps sneaking into my rotation. Most likely due to my Scottish bias. This isn’t a masterpiece but a personal favourite.

Pinkerton by Weezer
Nov 21 2025

I’m not a massive weezer, I accept the blue album is a huge omission from the list, after listening to this I agree there is space for 2 weezer albums. Clearly had a big impact on the emo music that was to be all the rage in the 00’s

METAL FORTH by BABYMETAL
Nov 22 2025

Has someone actually completed the challenge twice so they could add two baby metal albums?

Modal Soul by Nujabes
Nov 25 2025

Yeah enjoyed this,

Sunset Mission by Bohren & Der Club Of Gore
Nov 26 2025

Wow really interesting jazz album, very atmospheric really enjoyed this one I’ll hopefully come back to.

Jaco Pastorius by Jaco Pastorius
Nov 28 2025

Love a bit of jazz and a good bass line. This guy seems the master of both.

Moa Anbessa by Getatchew Mekurya
Nov 29 2025

Great album just a shame I had to listen through youtube

St. Louis To Liverpool by Chuck Berry
Nov 30 2025

Classic rock n roll from the master. 100% should have been on the original list.

Wet Leg by Wet Leg
Dec 02 2025

Was a big fan of this album when it came out, my enthusiasm has waned a little more recently, probably given how much they were overplayed on the radio. But still a good example of modern indie music worthy of the list.

GLOW ON by Turnstile
Dec 03 2025

Yeah this is good modern hardcore music, not to my taste these days but deserves to be on the list and teenage me would love this.

California by Mr. Bungle
Dec 04 2025

This is a crazy album, not one I will find myself rushing back to, but feel it has a place on the list somewhere.

Ruby Vroom by Soul Coughing
Dec 05 2025

Feel like just dragged a bit

Dec 07 2025

Always found idles just a bit angry fro me, but did enjoy listening to this, good example of modern punk music.

Stella by Yello
Dec 09 2025

Very good 80’s electrico the oh yeah song instantly recognisable, good choice.

One Time for All Time by 65daysofstatic
Dec 11 2025

Yes I like this! Some post rock Iv never come across before.

10 Days Out: Blues from the Backroads by Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Dec 13 2025

Good fun blues album, while it appreciates the legends of the genre not sure I would come back to this over any of the orginal artists output.

The Simple Plan by August is Falling
Dec 18 2025

Bringing out 2004 garbage in 2022, not for me. Almost feels like a bad parody album. One positive it was short

Six by Mansun
Dec 19 2025
Love Is Hell by Ryan Adams
Dec 21 2025

Fuck sake I hate Ryan Adams

The Decline by NOFX
Dec 22 2025

14 year old me had a Pump up the Valium poster on my wall, much to my mums disgust. I’d have punk in drublic on the list, but not sure this counts as an album but it is a really outstanding 18 mins punk song, but I’ll give it a 4 because NOFX should be on the list.

Barton Hollow by The Civil Wars
Dec 25 2025

Listened to these guys a lot back in the day, think I discovered them through the Michael Jackson cover. Really beautiful album and enjoyed revisiting it this morning

A Charlie Brown Christmas by Vince Guaraldi Trio
Dec 26 2025

Great Xmas album, if we need two Xmas albums on the list I agree with this one.

Tragic Kingdom by No Doubt
Dec 27 2025

Yeah room for a bit of no doubt on this list, feel the album is carried by the singles but good none the less.

II by Espers
Dec 29 2025
Broken Social Scene by Broken Social Scene
Dec 30 2025

Good indie rock album, I’d have it on my list but not one of my overall favourites.

Older by Lizzy McAlpine
Dec 31 2025

Great voice and some beautiful songs, but found some of the slower songs very boring.

Ram by Paul McCartney
Jan 01 2026

Arguably one of Paul’s best works post Beatles, desires to be on the List.

A.M. by Wilco
Jan 02 2026

Good album but Wilco have better

Stupid Dream by Porcupine Tree
Jan 03 2026

Very accessible prog rock, really enjoyed this.

Songs For The Deaf by Queens Of The Stone Age
Jan 04 2026

Yes this is a better album than the QoS one of the list. Could argue their best album, though I tend to personally prefer like clockwork. This is still a five star album in my book.

Artpop by Lady Gaga
Jan 05 2026
TRON: Legacy by Daft Punk
Jan 06 2026

I’m a fan of daft punk, but never seen this film so the soundtrack didn’t do much for me.

Reachin' by Digable Planets
Jan 07 2026

Feel this sort of early laidback hip hop just didn’t click with me.

Jan 08 2026

I do love early muse, and one of those bands you need to see live. I actually prefer this album over black holes even though I do like both. So might have to give this full marks.

2 by Mac DeMarco
Jan 09 2026
HEY WHAT by Low
Jan 10 2026

Wow this is really powerful and emotional listening back now. I’m a fan of low but didn’t give this album much time when it came out and following the tragic passing of Mimi I relived their earlier albums (things we lost and live in hope) rather than coming back to thiier last album. Coming back to this now it clicks , a real final masterpiece from the band, bruised and distorted but still unmistakably tender Thank you to whoever picked this album, it really made my day.

LUX by ROSALÍA
Jan 11 2026

Wow, how did this album pass me by? In my defence it’s only two months old, but this is incredible. An instant masterpiece that blows the theory out of the water that we should only recommend albums over X years old. As a big fan of new music, I’m in favour of this group continuing to champion very recent albums.

Barafundle by Gorky's Zygotic Mynci
Jan 13 2026

Couldn’t get into this one.

Modern Vampires of the City by Vampire Weekend
Jan 14 2026

Iv commented on the other two vampire weekend album reviews saying this was their best album, so I best give this one five stars.

Jan 15 2026

A Night at the Opera is my favourite Queen album, so it makes sense that A Day at the Races ranks above Queen II for me. If there’s room for one more Queen album on the list, this is it.

Music by 311
Jan 17 2026

Can see why this would have been popular early 90s and teenage me would have lapped this up, but just feels dated now.

Mezzanine by Massive Attack
Jan 18 2026

Wait a minute this wasn’t on the original list? Now I’m surprised it’s taken so long to get added to the users list. Makes me think everyone like me assumed it was on the first list… One of my go to albums for testing out sound systems this is an absolute classic. Up there with Portishead - Dummy as the two trio hop masterpieces.

Dear You by Jawbreaker
Jan 19 2026

By the end of the album I really enjoyed this, top 90s alt rock.

London 0 Hull 4 by The Housemartins
Jan 20 2026

Yeah great record and band often overlooked.

RENAISSANCE by Beyoncé
Jan 21 2026

Solid pop album, but I prefer earlier Beyoncé records to this one

Z by My Morning Jacket
Jan 22 2026
Stormcock by Roy Harper
Jan 23 2026

Honestly never really looked into Roy Harper before, but had come across his name like many due to the Led Zep. This really deserves to be on the list, great album from clearly a hugely influential and underrated artists.

Almoraima by Paco de Lucía
Jan 24 2026

Great choice

A Complicated Woman by Self Esteem
Jan 26 2026

I’m a massive fan of prioritised pleasure (which id give 5 stars), this the follow up just felt like a disappointment to me. Usually happens when you enjoy the first album you hear by an artist so much. I’d maybe have a different view if this came first.

Ants From Up There by Black Country, New Road
Jan 27 2026

Yes, brilliant choice. I was completely obsessed with this album when it came out. Isaac leaving the band just before its release only further cemented as an instant cult classic, and it’s easily one of my favourite post-2020 records. That said, it does cast a long shadow. I love this album so much that post-Isaac BCNR just doesn’t really land for me, it feels like something essential is missing.

Hello Rockview by Less Than Jake
Jan 29 2026

One of my favourite bands as a 14 year old, seen them live 3 times, so this was a great nostalgia listen. When I was 14 this was my favourite less than Jake album, but the only one I tend to rerun to these days is borders and boundaries. A total nostalgia album for me, but totally understand those that were not my age when this came out would rate it lower.

Deadwing by Porcupine Tree
Jan 30 2026

The second Porcupine Tree album Iv come across on this user list, and a clear step up in quality from the more accessible Stupid Dream. Darker, heavier, and much more in line with my taste. One I can see myself coming back to rather than just appreciating for a single day.

Flower Boy by Tyler, The Creator
Jan 31 2026

I’ve never really given Tyler much of a chance before. This is clearly a strong modern hip-hop album, with jazz woven through the production, that deserves its place on the list, but for me ,(likely down to personal taste), it doesn’t quite tick the boxes. I tend to prefer the more aggressive, politically charged edge of something like To Pimp a Butterfly in this space, rather than the laid-back, introspective feel that dominates here. It’s a well-made album that I’m glad I heard, but not one I feel much pull to return to.

Slapstick by Slapstick
Feb 01 2026

I gave hello rock view 4 stars a couple of days ago for nostalgic reason. This album obviously in a very similar mould to that, but wasn’t one I listened to constantly as a teenager, so gets 1 star less for that reason.

My Love Is Cool by Wolf Alice
Feb 02 2026

I’m currently obsessed with Wolf Alice. Honestly believe they are one of the best bands out there at this moment. Anyone of there 4 albums would make this list for me, Iv had the clearly on repeat since it came out. So can’t not give this a very bias 5 stars.

Diorama by Silverchair
Feb 05 2026

Meh

Psychic Warfare by Clutch
Feb 06 2026

Right up my street. Straight into my frequent rotation and now planning a deep dive into Clutch’s discography.

30 Something by Carter The Unstoppable Sex Machine
Feb 07 2026

Some name for a band, as you would expect from the name an equally chaotic album. I did enjoy this though.

Okonokos by My Morning Jacket
Feb 09 2026
Feb 11 2026

Soild Britpop album I hadn’t come across before enjoyed this. But I’d most likely go back to a more familiar manics or suede album over this.

Feb 13 2026

Such an underrated band and album, great indie post punk record already part of my frequent rotation.

Feb 14 2026

Another album I’m convinced was on the original list, and can’t believe has taken so long to pop up on the user list. One of the best from 00’s indie era. Already in my frequent rotation.

Mingus Ah Um by Charles Mingus
Feb 24 2026

Yes one of my top 5 all time jazz albums. A clear omission for the original list.

Zach Bryan by Zach Bryan
Feb 26 2026

Actually enjoyed this more than I expected, given I hate country music, modern country maybe more my thing.

Wincing The Night Away by The Shins
Feb 28 2026

I’d come across The Shins before, but never really listened properly. Spending time with this album today has been a real treat. This 00s indie album, 20 years on, still feels fresh and instantly clicked with me. It’s definitely going straight into my regular rotation.

American Football by American Football
Mar 01 2026

The classic emo album, already within my rotation, deserves to be on the orginal list.

Artaud by Pescado Rabioso
Mar 02 2026

Can’t say I’m familiar with Argentine rock, but this was nice and different a worthy addition to an under represented category in the original list.

Crimson by Edge Of Sanity
Mar 03 2026

Death metal isn’t really my thing but you do have to just take as step back and admire this album. Deserves to be on the list.

Transient by Gaelle
Mar 04 2026

Soild chillled out music, ideal cocktail bar music .

Discipline by King Crimson
Mar 05 2026

Never realised King Crimson had an 80’s era. This is good and reminds me of talking heads, but I do prefer their earlier stuff.

Tindersticks by Tindersticks
Mar 06 2026

Never heard of tinder sticks before, but really enjoyed this atmospheric, moody and still beautiful. Added to my frequent rotation.

This Land by Gary Clark Jr.
Mar 08 2026

I absolutely love this album one of my most played during lockdown, a great talent and a great example of modern blues.

Loss Of Life by MGMT
Mar 09 2026

When I seen an MGMT album from 2024 I wasn’t sure, but was won over by this. Really nice Indy album.

Espaloian by Itoiz
Mar 10 2026

Soild rock album, welcome addition to the orginal list.

Flood by They Might Be Giants
Mar 11 2026

This really is a good fun rock album, deserves to be on the list.

The Colour And The Shape by Foo Fighters
Mar 13 2026

I’m not a massive foo fighters fan, I put them in the I don’t mind them category and they are a good band to see live but this is there best album, so I think we can make room for it on the list.

The Italian Flag by Prolapse
Mar 14 2026

Never heard of these guys before and as soon as the vocals hit I knew I was going to love this. Thank you to the submitter I’m going to play this a lot this year.

Feed The Animals by Girl Talk
Mar 16 2026

Very impressive sample albums flows very well and some real classics in there.

Roadhouse 01 by Allan Rayman
Mar 17 2026

Enjoyed this very distinctive vocals.

Check Your Head by Beastie Boys
Mar 18 2026

Another Beasite Boys albums? Oh go one then.

Blonde by Frank Ocean
Mar 19 2026

I often overlook this album compared to orange. I do prefer orange but this deserves to be on any top album lists.

Desire, I Want To Turn Into You by Caroline Polachek
Mar 21 2026

I remember this album getting a lot of hype a couple of years ago, it never clicked with my at the time, listening back now I agree this is really good. One to be added to a list of great new music, but just not my personal taste for a frequent rotation.

Word Gets Around by Stereophonics
Mar 22 2026

I do like Stereophonics but apart from performance and cocktails I think there albums are a bit average. Feel like a thousand trees carries this album, but still was a pleasant listen and happy to have it on this user list.

Home, Like Noplace Is There by The Hotelier
Mar 24 2026

Would have loved this as a teenager. But as a man in his late 30’s hearing it for the first time, just doesn’t do it for me.

Prelude to Ecstasy by The Last Dinner Party
Mar 25 2026

Loved this when it came out. Great example of good new music and album That did live up to its hype.

Holy Diver by Dio
Mar 27 2026

Good classic 80’s metal, could make room for this on the list.

New York by Lou Reed
Mar 28 2026

Love Lou Reed, on the orginal list I gave 5’s to Berlin and Transformer and two of the VU albums. I’d put this down as my 3rd favourite solo album, a great comeback album. Not sure if it’s quite a masterpiece though. But still one I return to frequently

His 'N' Hers by Pulp
Mar 29 2026

This feels like a poorer version of different class, and not different enough as this is hardcore. But still a good enough album for the list.

Mar 30 2026

Being a bigger fan of joy division that new order this would be the new order album I’d have on the list. Their best work in my opinion.

Chuck by Sum 41
Mar 31 2026
Blackwater Park by Opeth
Apr 01 2026

I honestly think this album stands alongside Tool at the very top of progressive metal. It’s both brutal and beautiful in equal measure, shifting effortlessly between the two. For that reason, I have to give it 5 stars, it’s a masterpiece of its genre. It won’t be to everyone’s taste, but I’ve always had a soft spot for heavier music, and this absolutely delivers.

The Unutterable by The Fall
Apr 02 2026

When I seen another fall album I wasn’t sure given they are already fairly represented on the original list, but again this album is original and different enough from their others I’ll accept it. I don’t think this is their best work but another good and interesting listen.

The Presidents of The United States of America by The Presidents Of The United States Of America
Apr 05 2026

Was familiar with the peaches song but not the rest of the album, I did find this album a good bit of 90’s teenage alt rock fun. A bit corny at times but still good fun.

Life Goes On by Carla Bley
Apr 06 2026

Really good modern jazz album, I liked this.

Cracker Island by Gorillaz
Apr 09 2026

Prefer Gorlliaz earlier stuff to this.

Shout At The Devil by Mötley Crüe
Apr 10 2026

Good fun hair metal, don’t take this music too seriously. Great cover of halter skelter

Zaireeka by The Flaming Lips
Apr 11 2026

After doing the full 1001+ original list and now 500+ user picks, this is easily the most pretentious and inaccessible album I’ve come across, and I fucking love it. Having Sonos made it pretty easy to set up as intended, but I can totally see why it flopped back in 1997. With the effort put in though, the payoff is unreal. I honestly can’t remember the last time a first listen put such a big smile on my face, the drums on March of the Rotten Vegetables are just ridiculous. I gave The Soft Bulletin and Yoshimi 4 stars, but on sheer uniqueness and ambition (and the fact it probably only fully works now, 30 years later, with multi-room speakers), this has to be a 5. That said, if you just throw it on normally and listen to the 4 albums back to back, you’ll probably think it’s a 1/2 album at best.

Red by King Crimson
Apr 12 2026

Really enjoyed this, loved the early metal influence and how dark this album feels.

Funky Kingston by Toots & The Maytals
Apr 13 2026

A really good reggae album, I’d take this on the orginal list.

Nu Delhi by Bloodywood
Apr 21 2026

First Indian heavy metal album I’ve listened to. I actually really enjoyed this, not a massive metal head but the short running time meant this didn’t outstay its welcome.

Joanne by Lady Gaga
Apr 22 2026

An album I didn’t pay much attention to when it came out, listening back now this is better than I expected,and different enough from last gaga’s early work it probably deserves a place on the list.

The Crimson Idol by W.A.S.P.
Apr 23 2026

Got a feeling I’ll have forgotten everything about this album come next week.

Fancy Blue by Tywanna Jo Baskette
Apr 24 2026

Didn’t do it for me

Flying Beagle by Himiko Kikuchi
Apr 25 2026

Good fun jazz fusion album. Great album cover and just a feel good album great choice.

The Phantom Of The Opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Apr 26 2026

Never seen the show so this album just didn’t land with me.

Breakfast In America by Supertramp
Apr 27 2026

I didn’t rate crime of the century highly on the original list. I feel I need to compensate for that with this rating. This to me is peak supertramp and an album ahead of its time, but maybe that shows I prefer more accessible music.

Apr 29 2026

One of those albums I liked when I was 14, but doesn’t really land with me now. But still think we could make room for it on the list.

Hamilton by Lin-Manuel Miranda
Apr 30 2026

Another show I’ve never seen, but given how big this was I’m a bit more familiar with the songs. I think given the modern take this is one that’s maybe worth y of the list if you are wanting to include musicals, totally understand everyone who votes it lower because it is a musical.

Shakespeare My Butt... by Lowest of the Low
May 01 2026

Would have loved this in the 90’s but feel this will be one of those albums iv forgot all about next week.

Music for 18 Musicians by Steve Reich
May 02 2026

Yes absolutely love this, it’s finding these sorts album every once in a while what keeps me going with this user list 2 year on.

endin on a high by Slim Krusty
May 03 2026

Fully expecting an Eminem parody album with the cover and artist name, thankfully it was better than that.

The Fragile by Nine Inch Nails
May 06 2026

I gave downward spiral a 5, this doesn’t quite match up but still worthy of the list and an album that needs listening to.

Donuts by J Dilla
May 07 2026
Black Celebration by Depeche Mode
May 08 2026

Another good Depeche Mode album, think there are now 3 on the user list, I would rank this above Soeak and Spell, but still not the same League as violator.

Untrue by Burial
May 10 2026
Songs of Faith and Devotion by Depeche Mode
May 14 2026

Yes if I was to add another Depeche Mode album to The list it would be this one.

Twilight Override by Jeff Tweedy
May 15 2026

Nice album but jsut too long for me to ever come back to this one. Felt a slog come the end.

Silent Shout by The Knife
May 18 2026

Heard a few the knife remixes before but this is a first listening to a full album of theirs, enjoyed this, worthy of the list,

Moanin' by Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers
May 24 2026

Yes one of my top 3 all time jazz albums, absolutely love this one.

Random Access Memories by Daft Punk
May 31 2026

Another one of those albums I just assumed was in the main 1001 list. I’d still rank it below Discovery and the live album, but probably on a par with Homework. Listening back, there are so many great tracks Giorgio by Moroder, Instant Crush and Lose Yourself to Dance. As a big Strokes fan, Instant Crush is a standout for me, one of those songs that’s only got better over time. I’m still not convinced Get Lucky will ever fully shake off the “song of the summer” joke, but almost feels like a guilty pleasure now. Still, a brilliant addition to the user list.

Deceit by This Heat
Jun 02 2026
The Earth Is Not a Cold Dead Place by Explosions In The Sky
Jun 04 2026

Great post rock record, I’d rank below god speed and Mogawi, but still worthy of this list and one I listen to frequently.

Dead Elvis by Death In Vegas
Jun 05 2026

I gave the death in vegas album on the orginal list a 4, I really enjoyed it, this one didn’t really click the same. So I don’t think we need two albums from them.

From A Basement On The Hill by Elliott Smith
Jun 07 2026

Another good album by Elliott Smith, don’t think it’s as good as his others on the list, but something special about it being his tragic last.

Silent Hill 2 by Akira Yamaoka
Jun 08 2026

Good ambient album, probably up there with best video games albums Iv heard though that isn’t a long list.

Addicted by Devin Townsend Project
Jun 09 2026
Shatter Me by Lindsey Stirling
Jun 11 2026

This was different, became a bit repetitive after a few songs though.

Nimrod by Green Day
Jun 12 2026
Days Of Future Passed by The Moody Blues
Jun 13 2026

Classic rock album that really needs to be on the orginal list.

For Those I Love by For Those I Love
Jun 16 2026

I am a sucker for these spoken word albums, being a big fan of Arab strap. This is right up my street and an album Iv listened to a few times since it came out.

Designer by Aldous Harding
Jun 19 2026

Nice album this one I’ll hopefully come back to.

Purgatory by Tyler Childers
Jun 20 2026

While it’s not my favourite style of music I’m familiar with Tyler Childers and a few of his songs. I do like this and one I think should be within the main list,

All Born Screaming by St. Vincent
Jun 21 2026

Was familiar with this album when it came out, I don’t think it’s her best, but there is definitely room on the list for St. Vincent

ross. by Low Roar
Jun 24 2026

Soild modern pop album one I’ll hopefully come back to.

Caju by Liniker
Jun 25 2026

Enjoyed this nice easy listening amazing sounding pop album.

Partisans & Parasites by Daniel Kahn
Jun 26 2026

It’s certainly different and an under represented genre, that alone is enough of an argument for it to make the list. Not really my personal taste though, doubt I’ll return to this one.

Dreamboat Annie by Heart
Jun 27 2026

Heart clearly slipped through the cracks on the originals list, this is also there best album up there with the best of that classic 70’s sound.

This Could Be Texas by English Teacher
Jun 28 2026

While i am enjoying the resurgence of this style of uk post punk music, this band just haven’t clicked with me yet. I’m sure they might in the future.

Voodoo by D'Angelo
Jun 29 2026

Add to the bucket of wait a minute I’m sure this was on the orginal list albums. Smooth and sexy as it should be.

Lost Horizons by Lemon Jelly
Jul 01 2026

Enjoyed this pretty good chill samples, though to quote my 5 year old “What’s this strange music your listening to Daddy”

The Mollusk by Ween
Jul 02 2026

Interesting and odd at times, probably deserves to be on the list for being so out there.

One Hot Minute by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Jul 06 2026

I’d have a few other RHCP albums above this one,

Field Music by Field Music
Jul 10 2026

Enjoyed this one

Lonerism by Tame Impala
Jul 13 2026

Love tame impala and this is personal my favourite album by him, probably due to my preference to rock music over anything else.

Trouble Will Find Me by The National
Jul 15 2026

A fan of the national happy to see another album by them.

Splendor & Misery by clipping.
Jul 16 2026

Yep the modern hip hop I can get on board with.

David Comes To Life by Fucked Up
Jul 17 2026

Wasn’t sure what to make of a band called fucked up, but this is very impressive and tight hardcore music. My only gripe would be the album is too long for my personal preference.

Never Too Much by Luther Vandross
Jul 18 2026

Smooth 80’s I agree should be on the list

Science Fiction by Brand New
Jul 20 2026

Don’t think I’ve ever listened to this album before, I was a massive fan of Deja Entendu, so really enjoyed this didn’t realise their later stuff was still a high standard, great album to end the band on, got to be the top of their Genre.

Whale Music by Rheostatics
Jul 21 2026

Enjoyed this one

Diamond Mine by King Creosote
Jul 24 2026

Really enjoyed this, sucker for Scottish vocals so one I’ll come back to.

Spirit Phone by Lemon Demon
Jul 25 2026

Sounds very dated for a 2016 album,

Music Complete by New Order
Jul 26 2026

Great come back album from an 80’s great, but not something I’ll listen to over their peak music,

You Forgot It In People by Broken Social Scene
Jul 27 2026

One of the great 00’s indie albums already in my frequent rotation.

Pink by Boris
Jul 29 2026
[Angry Noises] by Ciśnienie
Jul 30 2026

Incredible album—right up my street. It builds tension beautifully, with an atmospheric yet aggressive edge. It reminds me of Slint and Mogwai. Easily one of the best recommendations on this list so far. Just a shame I had to listen on YouTube.

Little Joy by Little Joy
Jul 31 2026

Another one I’d never heard before but instantly loved on first listen. Feels like a Strokes x Beach Boys crossover I didn’t know I needed, straight into the regular rotation.

The Money Store by Death Grips
Aug 01 2026

I like this, raw, abrasive and impressively experimental. But as a 38-year-old with two kids and a mortgage, I’m not sure I’m the target audience for something this relentlessly angry. Glad I heard it, not sure I’ll revisit it.

Settle by Disclosure
Aug 02 2026

Great album from its genre, some classic collabs in here.

Haus der Lüge by Einstürzende Neubauten
Aug 03 2026

German vocals just put me off this, otherwise interesting album,

Spanners by The Black Dog
Aug 04 2026

Nice background music but forgettable

Civilisation by Kero Kero Bonito
Aug 05 2026

Pleasant indie pop

Mewgenics by Ridiculon
Aug 06 2026

Feel like we are starting to scrape the barrel with these entries

Ummon by SLIFT
Aug 07 2026

Soild modern rock music, can argue against having this on the list.

Aug 08 2026

Great music for working to, not sure if I’d explore further than that.

Preacher’s Daughter by Ethel Cain
Aug 09 2026

Really enjoyed this album. Beautiful, haunting and surprisingly dark in places, with a really distinctive atmosphere throughout. Loved how it could go from these gorgeous, almost dreamy moments into something genuinely unsettling. A great example of how good some of the new music that is missing from the list. My only criticism is that it’s a bit on the long side for my personal taste, but definitely one I’ll be coming back to.

Bring It On by Gomez
Aug 12 2026

Not an album I was familiar with, so was expecting big things after reading it beat Mezzanine and Urban Hymns to the Mercury Music Prize. Wasn’t disappointed, brilliant indie album. Love the vocals and bluesy bass lines, and there’s something really distinctive about the sound. I preferred the first half to the more acoustic ending, but still straight into my frequent rotation.

Emergency & I by Dismemberment Plan
Aug 13 2026

A genuinely innovative and influential indie album, and I can see why it’s so highly regarded. But its deliberately chaotic, genre-hopping sound feels a bit all over the place to me, some great moments, but ultimately not an album I’ll be rushing back to.

Wallsocket by underscores
Aug 14 2026

I can appreciate the ambition and the complex themes running through the album, but sonically it really doesn’t do much for me. I found the constant genre-hopping more irritating than exciting, and ultimately it’s not an album I enjoyed listening to

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