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Album	You	Global	Diff
Selling England By The Pound Genesis	5	3.18	+1.82
In The Wee Small Hours Frank Sinatra	5	3.28	+1.72
The Slider T. Rex	5	3.28	+1.72
Blue Joni Mitchell	5	3.49	+1.51
Hard Again Muddy Waters	5	3.62	+1.38
Metallica Metallica	5	3.79	+1.21
Axis: Bold As Love Jimi Hendrix	5	3.79	+1.21
Electric Ladyland Jimi Hendrix	5	3.94	+1.06
Sail Away Randy Newman	4	2.97	+1.03

You Love Less Than Most

Album	You	Global	Diff
Speakerboxxx/The Love Below OutKast	1	3.46	-2.46
I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight Richard Thompson	1	3.05	-2.05
Nowhere Ride	1	3.01	-2.01
The Grand Tour George Jones	1	2.79	-1.79
Buena Vista Social Club Buena Vista Social Club	2	3.65	-1.65
Boy In Da Corner Dizzee Rascal	1	2.57	-1.57
The Seldom Seen Kid Elbow	2	3.26	-1.26
If You're Feeling Sinister Belle & Sebastian	2	3.18	-1.18
Groovin' The Young Rascals	2	3.02	-1.02

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Jimi Hendrix	2	5

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The Slider

T. Rex

5/5

I only knew T.Rex by name, never listened to it before. With that being said, I felt completely in love this album! Every track is great! Doing some research I found that T.Rex was a seminal band that had influence on a lot of other musicians. I think this album had a lot of influence on Bowie. Ballrooms Of Mars, for example, reminded me A LOT of the Ziggy Stardust era. Favorite tracks: * Buick Mackane * Metal Guru * Ballrooms Of Mars

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Emperor Tomato Ketchup

Stereolab

3/5

Fun album to listen to as background music while working. I'm not a fan of indie/eletronic/french music, but this surprised me. Favorite tracks: * Percolator * The Noise of Carpet * Metronomic Underground is also good, although too long and repetitive

Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not

Arctic Monkeys

4/5

Fun and energetic! Not a fan of AM but this is the best album by them I've heard. I will definitely relisten more times. Favorite tracks: * The View From The Afternoon * From The Ritz To The Rubble * A Certain Romance

Blue

Joni Mitchell

5/5

Beautiful album! Never heard anything from Joni before, and I loved it. Arrangements are simple but delicate, lyrics are very emotional. I can see why it is considered a vital record to music history. Favorite tracks: * River (so good!) * All I Want * Blue

Licensed To Ill

Beastie Boys

4/5

Amazing debut album from Beastie Boys. Not my favorite from them, but I can't deny that this one is a classic and a must-listen. I love the samples used on this record, specially the "Low Rider" one used in Slow Ride (fun as hell). Favorite tracks: * Rhymin & Stealin * Fight For Your Right * No Sleep Till Brooklyn

Metallica

5/5

Legendary album that changed the history of metal forever. A lot of people don't like it because that's when Metallica turned to mainstream, but you can't deny the huge importance and impact this record had (and still have!). I believe it should be a must-listen for everyone at least once in life. Favorite tracks: * Through The Never * Holier Than Thou * The God That Failed

Vol. 4

Black Sabbath

4/5

A classic. It's on my top 4 records by Sabbath. I don't like Changes and FX, but the rest of the songs are superb. Favorite tracks: * Supernaut * Snowblind * Wheels of Confusion

Different Class

Pulp

3/5

Britpop is not my thing, but this album has a lot of fun songs, specially Mis-Shapes and Common People. I guess people who enjoy Oasis and Blur will also enjoy this. Favorite tracks: * Mis-Shapes * Dance 2000 * Common People

If You're Feeling Sinister

Belle & Sebastian

2/5

It started with some fun songs, but it became normal and boring fast. Too "hipster" for me I guess, don't know why it earned a spot on this list. Production of the album is good, tho. Favorite tracks: * Mayfly * Judy And The Dream Of Horses * Seeing Other People

Coles Corner

Richard Hawley

3/5

I went to listen to this album with low expectations, was already prepared to not like it, buuuuut it was a nice surprise. It reminded me of 50/60s music, with a lot of influence from Johnny Cash. Overall a decent album, probably gonna listen to it some more times. Favorite tracks: * Ocean * Just Like The Rain * Coles Corner

I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight

Richard Thompson

1/5

The shortest album I heard so far, but it was the one I was most looking forward to end. I only enjoyed the first song maybe, and it became boring after that. Not my cup of tea, I would give it 1.5/5 maximum.

Groovin'

The Young Rascals

2/5

First track was very good, but then the rest.... I don't know what happened. For me it got back on track only in the end. "You Better Run" is amazing, my favorite track of the record by far.

White Light

Gene Clark

2/5

Monotonous country folk rock album... There are some good tracks, but I didn't see anything special/so inovative in this record. I also thought the album is too long, with 51min. Almost lost interest before the end of it.

In The Wee Small Hours

Frank Sinatra

5/5

A classic! Sinatra's voice is wonderful! I already knew some songs but never listened this album entirely. What a crime. It truly deserves the spot on this list. Favorite tracks: * In The Wee Small Hours Of The Morning * I'll Be Around * This Love Of Mine

Nowhere

Ride

1/5

Disliked this a lot. All the songs sounded the same to me, it got boring. Don't know why it made it to this list.

Beauty And The Beat

The Go-Go's

4/5

Really fun album to listen to! New wave/pop from the 80's with a lot of quality. Was very surprised. Favorite tracks: * Can't Stop The World * Our Lips Are Sealed * You Can't Walk In Your Sleep (If You Can't Sleep)

Speakerboxxx/The Love Below

OutKast

1/5

Not my type of music. Also, 2h is too damn long.

Liege And Lief

Fairport Convention

4/5

I started listening it with low expectations, and disliked a lot the second track (Reynardine), BUT starting from the third track (Matty Groves), the album turns into a masterpiece! Super fun to listen to! Favorite tracks: * Matty Groves * Medley: The Lark In The Morning * Tam Lin

The Slider

T. Rex

5/5

It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back

Public Enemy

4/5

This was my first time listening to a full Public Enemy album and I really enjoyed. Sick beats and lyrics, it was also the first time I heard the original "Bring The Noise". For some tracks it sounded a little repetitive for me (Cold Lampin' With Flavor), but nothing that really bothered. Still an awesome album. Favorite tracks: * Bring The Noise * She Watches Channel Zero?! (super cool guitar riff) * Prophets Of Rage

Boy In Da Corner

Dizzee Rascal

1/5

Album is well produced and the combination of electronic and rap is interesting, but it's not my type of rap. Disliked a lot the vocals.

Music for the Masses

Depeche Mode

3/5

My first time listening to Depeche Mode (apart from the classics). The album is good, but it does have some weird songs.

Electric Ladyland

Jimi Hendrix

5/5

The peak of Hendrix's career! And unfortunately the studio album he ever released :( This album is a masterpiece. I think it's too long, but it doesn't take away it's shine. Favorite tracks: * Voodoo Child (Slight Return) * All Along The Watchtower * Crosstown Traffic

Sail Away

Randy Newman

4/5

Never listened to Randy Newman besides the famous "You've Got A Friend In Me", so this album made me amazed. His voice together with the piano is something beautiful to hear, especially on a sunday like today, relaxing and not thinking in anything else. Favorite tracks: *Sail Away * Lonely At The Top * Dayton, Ohio - 1903

Hard Again

Muddy Waters

5/5

Blues of the highest quality, there's is not much else to say. Favorite tracks: * Mannish Boy * The Blues Had An Baby And They Named It Rock And Roll * Crosseyed Cat

Buena Vista Social Club

2/5

I'm not into Spanish music, besides Salsa. So this was a no for me unfortunately. I can see that the album is well produced tho.

White Blood Cells

The White Stripes

3/5

I never understood the hype of White Stripes. The album is not bad, but also not excellent. A decent album I would say.

Kilimanjaro

The Teardrop Explodes

2/5

Started interrsting, but it didn't hook me up. I finished listening out of obligation basically.

Jagged Little Pill

Alanis Morissette

4/5

This was my first time listening to Alanis Morissette and I enjoyed a lot! Of course the album is super dated, it has the full essence of the 90s. But thats not a bad thing. Super fun to listen to! Favorite tracks: * Ironic * Hand In My Pocket * You Oughta Know

Led Zeppelin II

Led Zeppelin

5/5

An absolute classic. It's no my favorite from Led Zeppelin, but it definitely deserves to be in this list. Favorite tracks: * Whole Lotta Love * Ramble On * Heartbreaker

Paranoid

Black Sabbath

5/5

PERFECTION! This is the only way to describe this album. I've lost count of how many times I listened to this already. Favorite tracks: * Literally all of them, but if I need to choose three: * War Pigs * Electric Funeral * Paranoid

Good Old Boys

Randy Newman

3/5

Second one from Randy Newman. I enjoyed this one, concept and lyrics are very good, but I guess I prefer the other one I listened better (Sail Away). Still a good album tho.

In A Silent Way

Miles Davis

4/5

Great jazz fusion album. The album has only two songs (both with 19min). I loved the first one, but it took me a couple of listens to digest and enjoy the second one. Will definitely listen more of Miles Davis.

The Pleasure Principle

Gary Numan

4/5

The only song I heard before from Gary Numan was Cars, and it was the Fear Factory version. I thought I wouldn't enjoy this album, but goddamn I was wrong. It is super fun to listen to! Favorite tracks: * Cars * Metal * Observer

All Hope Is Gone

Slipknot

2/5

Wow I'm surprised this album is on this list... It's one of the weakest albums from Slipknot. I'm remember when this was released in 2008, I already take some time to digest some of the songs. From .execute. until Sulfur, it's pretty solid. Psychosocial is not one of my favorites and Dead Memories has a very cool instrumental. Then, from this part the album becomes WEIRD. Super forgettable songs. I enjoy the ending with All Hope Is Gone and also the bonus tracks from the special edition (Child Of Burning Time and Til We Die). Unfortunately is was also the last album to have the full lineup with Paul, Joey and Chris :(

Live At The Witch Trials

The Fall

3/5

I saw one person describing this as a "drunkard singing pub songs". For me that was exactly it. It's not bad, it's kinda decent.

Axis: Bold As Love

Jimi Hendrix

5/5

I love this album. Little Wing, Spanish Castle Magic and Bold As Love already make the album worth 5 stars. Favorite tracks: The ones I mentioned.

Back to Mystery City

Hanoi Rocks

3/5

Basic glam rock from the 80s. Nothing special. Reminded me of The Clash sometimes.

Birth Of The Cool

Miles Davis

3/5

I like jazz, but this did not go well for me. I guess I need to listen more times to it. A decent album nonetheless. Miles Davis has better stuff in his catalogue.

Selling England By The Pound

Genesis

5/5

This album is a masterpiece! Prog with folk/medieval melodies. Favorite tracks: * Dancing With The Moonlit Knight * I Know What I Like (In Your Wardrobe) * The Battle Of Epping Forest

Music For The Jilted Generation

The Prodigy

4/5

When I was young I listened a lot for The Prodigy. Damn, it felt good to remember this album. It is great! It's still a bit long for my taste, but whatever. The songs give you that extra energy needed for doing anything you want. Favorite tracks: * Voodoo People * Break & Enter * Full Throttle

The Grand Tour

George Jones

1/5

Old school country. That type of music I always imagined farmers listened to. Not my style.

The Seldom Seen Kid

Elbow

2/5

Not bad, but not good. It was super forgettable to be honest.

Out Of The Blue

Electric Light Orchestra

4/5

I only knew Mr Blue Sky before listening to this (as most of the people), but it is a really good algum! Kinda long, but it still slaps. Favorite tracks: * Mr. Blue Sky * Turn To Stone * Big Wheels

Pacific Ocean Blue

Dennis Wilson

4/5

I never heard anything from him or from The Beach Boys before, but I really enjoyed this album! Was expecting something totally different judging from the cover. Favorite tracks: * River Song * Friday Night * Time

KIWANUKA

Michael Kiwanuka

4/5

Damn, this album sounds REFRESHING. Lots of different styles. Never heard the name of Kiwanula before, but will definitely follow his work from now on. Favorite tracks: * You Ain't The Problem * Rolling * Another Human Being

Seventeen Seconds

The Cure

3/5

A decent album. Too melancholic for me. I guess this is why I never really listened to The Cure before.