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| Album | You | Global | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foo Fighters | 5 | 3.5 | +1.5 |
| Bringing It All Back Home | 5 | 3.65 | +1.35 |
| White Blood Cells | 5 | 3.68 | +1.32 |
| (Pronounced 'Leh-'Nérd 'Skin-'Nérd) | 5 | 3.76 | +1.24 |
| Highway 61 Revisited | 5 | 3.77 | +1.23 |
| Vincebus Eruptum | 4 | 2.8 | +1.2 |
| Siamese Dream | 5 | 3.83 | +1.17 |
| Ten | 5 | 3.92 | +1.08 |
| Electric Ladyland | 5 | 3.95 | +1.05 |
| Rage Against The Machine | 5 | 4 | +1 |
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| Album | You | Global | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bad | 1 | 3.8 | -2.8 |
| The Number Of The Beast | 1 | 3.59 | -2.59 |
| Slippery When Wet | 1 | 3.29 | -2.29 |
| Risque | 1 | 3.26 | -2.26 |
| Vivid | 1 | 3.2 | -2.2 |
| Technique | 1 | 3.17 | -2.17 |
| Billion Dollar Babies | 1 | 3.11 | -2.11 |
| Connected | 1 | 2.94 | -1.94 |
| Cafe Bleu | 1 | 2.87 | -1.87 |
| Colour By Numbers | 1 | 2.84 | -1.84 |
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| Artist | Albums | Average |
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| Led Zeppelin | 3 | 4.67 |
| Bob Dylan | 6 | 4.17 |
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| Artist | Albums | Average |
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| Iron Maiden | 2 | 1.5 |
| Michael Jackson | 3 | 2 |
| Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds | 3 | 2 |
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Gang Of Four
4/5
Another completely new thing to me. Punk. Okay.
Punk-ish. The song *Natural's Not In It* could even be AltRock. This album could have been dropped in 2000 and kinda fit in with Jet, The Vines, and The Hives.
Okay. Maybe that's a stretch but whatever.
What I type here doesn't really matter. Fuck conformity and fuck the establishment.
I am not a punk rock fan, but this was really good. I did not expect to like this as much as I did.
oh and fuck the hippies too.
Favorite song: Damaged Goods.
8 likes
Cocteau Twins
3/5
Was this album in English? Maybe it was French.
The lack of clarity of the vocals did add to the dreamy soundscapes of a kind of relaxing, warm fog.
In my mind, this should create some sort of timeless feel, but it still sounds like the 90s. I don't know that if that is a good or a bad thing. It's just an observation. Good day.
4 likes
The Shamen
1/5
From the first song, I thought I would need to be wearing parachute pants to truly enjoy this album.
But then Human NRG took a left turn and made me think I should have taken drugs to enjoy it.
Maybe both were required and would have been epic.
In the end, I made it to Hear Me and turned it off.
3 likes
Blur
2/5
Maybe I am just in a bad mood but this was straight up annoying to me. I had a hard time finishing the album.
2 likes
Rod Stewart
3/5
I wasn't like pumped when I saw the album for today but it wasn't too bad!
2 likes
1-Star Albums (16)
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Lauryn Hill
4/5
Doo Wop is great, of course.
Final Hour is pretty great.
I like the different genres in the same album.
When it hurts so bad goes down smooth.
Forgive them Father is pretty great.
This album was ahead of its time.
The Allman Brothers Band
4/5
Live album... hmm.
Just jamming. Feels like I should be sitting on a blanket in some warm green grass with this in the background instead of a Monday morning in my office.
Artistic guitar
I love it. This was much better than i expected.
Bob Dylan
4/5
I have this LP, so this is the first album that I have already listened to from start to finished prior to this listening project.
R.E.M.
4/5
Drive is a good album opener. It does have some "The Thunder Rolls" vibes. Just saying.
Everybody Hurts... truth man. truth.
Monty Got a Raw Deal is a really good song. First time ever hearing it.
Ignoreland... not digging this one. Nor Star Me Kitten. Nor Find the River
Man on the Moon. Love it and the movie was pretty good too.
Nightswimming is my favorite song on this album.
Beatles
3/5
Even though ive heard many of the these songs hundreds? of times, I dont remember ever actually listening *the album*, in order. Here we go.
Starts off rocking, with the Beatles doing their best impression of the Beach Boys.
I dont think ive ever heard Glass Onion.... wow, drugs.
OblaDa - fun and silly. classic.
Wild Honey Pie. WHAT. THE. FUCK.
While my Guitar Gently Weeps - I absolutely love this song. So far, it does not belong in the album at all....ever?
hmm.
Blackbird is lovely of course. It is strange to hear these great songs just mixed in with these other songs.
Yer Blues was enjoyed by me.
HelterSkelter - nice and heavy.
I didnt know they did different versions of Revolution.
Savoy Truffle. Sounds delicious.
Number 9. Number 9. Number 9.
I do like the ending on a soft lullaby, good night song.
IMO and disappointingly, this album is not great
and should not be included in this list of greatest albums. There are some serious tone/vibe management issues. And just because there are GREAT songs mixed in, there are also plenty of songs that are straight up bad.
Mike Oldfield
3/5
Who?
Okay. Interesting.
I am kind of liking it but it takes some weird turns from time to time.
Ahhh, it's music used for The Exorcist, which makes a lot more sense. So I am back in. Context matters.
The instrumentation is crazy. So much going on. Pretty cool.
I think accompanied with visuals (and/or drugs), even basic, this album could be an amazing experience, but without them, the tone changes end up feeling strange on a first listen.
Sailor's Hornpipe... wut? This might have been the difference between 4 and 3 stars. How does this fit in the context of the album? I am clearly missing something on that one.
PJ Harvey
2/5
I am completely unfamiliar with this album.
Alt-Rock? Grunge? Punk?
Is that a cello?? Nice. Actually... multiple strings? cool.
She is emotional and raw.
This is growing on me a bit. I turned up the volume and it is more enjoyable.
Overall I am surprised that this album would make the list of greatest all time albums.
Stand out songs IMO: Dress, Happy And Bleeding, & Fountain
Gang Of Four
4/5
Another completely new thing to me. Punk. Okay.
Punk-ish. The song *Natural's Not In It* could even be AltRock. This album could have been dropped in 2000 and kinda fit in with Jet, The Vines, and The Hives.
Okay. Maybe that's a stretch but whatever.
What I type here doesn't really matter. Fuck conformity and fuck the establishment.
I am not a punk rock fan, but this was really good. I did not expect to like this as much as I did.
oh and fuck the hippies too.
Favorite song: Damaged Goods.
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
2/5
Another one completely new to me.
Synthesizers.
Trippy man.
This is pleasant and relaxing so far but kinda milquetoast imo.
There were some great moments here and there.
Seems pretty critic proof, but not revolutionary.
I do like the throw backs to 50s rock and roll.
But they did put God on blast in The Only Way, so that was something.
Lambchop
1/5
Nope
Simon & Garfunkel
4/5
This was a good one. Complex but approachable. It flowed well from song to song, which I always enjoy.
Travis
3/5
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
2/5
Lounge music or whatever.... I am not the target audience for this album. Elvis consistently is over singing. That's it
Dinosaur Jr.
3/5
This was good, but not great. I feel that Nirvana pulled some inspiration from Dino Jr.
Michael Jackson
3/5
Michael Jackson.... child molester. Every time he's talking about Baby be Mine or Human Nature or Pretty Little Thing, I cannot not think that he's talking about all the little boys.
In an attempt to separate the evil from the music....
An album with songs like Thriller, Beat It, and Billie Jean back to back to back, is purely amazing.
The Prodigy
2/5
I wore the wrong pants for this album.
A Tribe Called Quest
4/5
Now this album is what's up. Happy to see it pop up.
Excursions - great opening song. I'm already in a better mood.
I love their cadence. Instantly recognizable as a Tribe song, in a good way.
So smooth.
But then it all kind of blends together by the end. Still enjoyable.
Busta coming in growling was something though.
The Birthday Party
1/5
This album Blast[s] Off with some truly bad music. This one is going to be rough.
I tried to like She's Hit and at first I did. But then it got worse the longer it went on.
Dead Joe - Right back to pure horse shit.
Okay.... From this point forward I will only say positive comments about this album:
Manic Street Preachers
4/5
Never heard of these guys. I feel like if I had heard this album back in the 90s, I would have absolutely loved it.
Happy to hear something new that is up my alley.
While clearly sounding like 90s alternative, I hear a bit of foo fighters or queens of the stone age in there, but these guys clearly predated them. Cool stuff. Lead singer's voice sounds like someone... i cant place it though.
Although I don't expect to be adding this to my listening rotations, I am happy to have experienced this album. And just when I was ready to quit this album a day thing...
Bebel Gilberto
3/5
Quite pleasant.
If I was in a cocktail lounge and the band was doing this, I would be happy to sit and order a few drinks and enjoy.
Frank Sinatra
2/5
this was very slow and boring. i normally like some Sinatra but this was not it.
Lou Reed
3/5
I enjoyed this album.
Big fan of the orchestral backings.
CHIC
1/5
i wish i hadnt been subjected to this.
James Brown
4/5
I really enjoyed this but would have been totally fine with about 60% less screeching.
The Stooges
3/5
This is like Rock Punk, instead of Punk Rock. I really liked it.
Green Day
4/5
This is a nicely polished (pop) punk (alt) rock album from start to finish.
Common
3/5
never really listened to Common. i can hear Kanye throughout, which i hadnt expected.
while really good, overall this album is too serious.
Iggy Pop
4/5
Iggy Pop. I've heard the name but never listened.
This album was amazing. How have not been listening to this?
Todd Rundgren
1/5
drug music.
which seems to be designed for a bad trip.
would not recommend to listen to this on drugs.
or sober.
- did not finish -
The Shamen
1/5
From the first song, I thought I would need to be wearing parachute pants to truly enjoy this album.
But then Human NRG took a left turn and made me think I should have taken drugs to enjoy it.
Maybe both were required and would have been epic.
In the end, I made it to Hear Me and turned it off.
Alice Cooper
1/5
Man, I tried. I know people like this but this is just not made for me.
- Did not finish -
David Bowie
2/5
A lot of these 'great' albums leave me feel like I'm out of the loop.
but, I really liked the title track, Heroes....
John Prine
4/5
I am not a country music fan at all but just a few songs in.... this pretty great. Fun lyrics and easy to listen to. Song writing is top notch.
Wait. Am I a country music fan now?
Either way, I was pleasantly surprised - which is the whole point of doing this IMO.
The Hives
2/5
Nice. I like The Hives.
Wait. Do I truly like the Hives?
As I am listening through this album, I realize I haven't really heard many (if any) Hive songs outside of Hate to Say I Told You So.
It now seems like there is a good reason for that.
Public Enemy
4/5
i was too busy bobbing my head to the beat to take notes.
but seriously, this album's lyrics speak truth to many important issues in society. I'm generally a sucker for angry political commentary backed up by bass and this was not exception.
I had never heard this album before today but this was clearly the source of many hip-hop templates, samples, and ideas that can still be found within today's music. There is no higher praise in my mind.
3/5
Nothing bad to say about it. It was fine.
Pulp
2/5
silly.
melodramatic.
kinda boring.
not breaking any new ground.
it did get better as the album went on but still,
how did this make this list?
The Pogues
4/5
This is what's up. Energetic. Happy. Fun.
The Pogues are instantly recognizable. That festival/punk/bluegrass/drunk sound.
And although I don't regularly listen to them, when they come up, they are rarely skipped, regardless of who's on aux.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2/5
Initially, I was upset about another Nick Cave album. Then the music started and it was not great.
Still, I kept listening and somewhere, somehow, I started liking it.
It is deep and emotional and beautiful.
But still does this list need another Nick Cave album?
Brian Eno
3/5
I liked this more than I was expecting to.
John Martyn
2/5
I have gone back and forth while listening to this. Still not sure if I like it or not. I did enjoy the guitar throughout, cello? and the jazz musical elements. Not so much the funk.
Deep Purple
2/5
I simply don't care for the genre of music, even though I can recognize the musical talent but really truly dislike the hair metal that this inspired and have a hard time separating the two.
Also, there is a reason that bands don't put a 5 minute drum solo on their albums. I'm sure it was awesome live, but does not translate to listening while work.
Gillian Welch
2/5
I tried to like it as it's a genre of music that I find myself listening to more often these days. It never pulled me in.
Raekwon
3/5
There was some good stuff here but over all the album was bloated and would have been better with less.
The spoken portions sound like false bravado and forced, but that's probably just my ignorant take.
Ice Cream sounded delicious.
Röyksopp
2/5
background electronic music to work to.
within this mindset, this is okay.
The Smiths
4/5
RIP. God save the queen.
Also, I liked this album more than I was expecting.
Pearl Jam
5/5
I wouldn't call myself a Pearl Jam fan but know several of their songs.
I had never listened to this album front to back.
I now have listened to it 3 times.
Best album we have been dealt so far.
Justice
3/5
If you would have told me this was Daft Punk, I am not sure I would have been able to tell it wasn't Daft Punk - but more likely just disappointed, as it's just not as good as any of their other stuff.
Arcade Fire
4/5
My favorite Arcade Fire album.
Oddly, I think that Arcade Fire is an acquired taste. I clearly remember not caring for them when I first heard them but I cannot remotely find that feeling anymore.
Now, this is damn good.
Favorite songs: The Suburbs and We Used to Wait
Oasis
4/5
Even though I don't think I've ever heard this album, I've heard this sound. I got some serious nostalgia from when I was a teenager.
Felt good man.
I did not expect to like this album as much as I did.
George Harrison
3/5
man. how can you follow up a timeless song like My Sweet Lord with the song Wah-Wah?
& this is album is 2 hours long? The late 60s/early 70s were a crazy time.
Overall this album is very easy to listen to even with the long run time with some great songs mixed in with solid others. I really enjoyed the whole thing.
Led Zeppelin
5/5
Putting the classic in classic rock.
Although I am not a huge fan of the psychedelic/experimental sound breaks, this album great is head to toe.
Ghostface Killah
3/5
this album was fine. even good. sounds a bit outdated but there was some good stuff in there. it's just... surely there are better rap albums that could have been selected over this.
Goldfrapp
2/5
I almost didn't continue to listen after the first song, but did. And it got better, but. It ended up being an easy, non-offisive album.
But in the scope of the name of this project, I feel no different afterward and will not remember anything about this album.
Elbow
4/5
This album was a pleasant surprise. Chill. Well balanced. Relaxing but emotional. Layered
And Oddly nostalgic, even though I've never heard them.
I think I enjoyed every song. Especially enjoyed Grounds for Divorce & the Crane Driver one.
AC/DC
2/5
i wish i liked this. i tried. i just don't.
3/5
interesting story behind this album. I like Bob Dylan but in the first few songs, this feels extra whiney and the exaggerated inflections hit different for some reason. almost a parody of itself.
that melts away to the dylan that I enjoy with a few songs that i know. im okay with it.
I like the transition from acoustic to electric. gave it a little boost of energy that was appreciated.
Sabu
2/5
so... I generally like this kind of music, it can be fun and energetic and tropical
but the singing (musically) was a weak point and if the main balancing component to weak vocals is just bongos... it's not great.
the song(s) with guitar faired much better than those of only bongos to my ears. Bongos by design and function are quite repetitive and need a solid musical balance to be effective.
In the end, it just didn't feel *fun* to me, which is the only reason I ever listen to this genre of music.
Beach House
3/5
Dreamy. slightly melancholic, but pleasant indie pop.
This was nice to have on in the background while doing other things.
Pantera
2/5
well.. although i am not happy to see this album pop up, i am glad to be working from home today - alone - so i can turn this shit up and listen to it the only way it should be consumed. LOUD
I think Pantera (and metal) has its time and place. Like I *might* put one of these songs on a workout playlist. Or if I'm working on my car. Or to torture a prisoner.
I actually didn't mind this. It was energetic and angry.
Will I ever listen to it again? I hope not, but I'm glad I did once.
Favorite song - A New Level
Soundgarden
3/5
Never listened to the whole album but have heard most of the songs. Chris Cornell's voice is instantly recognizable.
Heavy, Grungy, Rock. Good times.
Favorite songs: Black Hole Sun and Spoonman (which i always thought was "strongman" - lol)
Iron Maiden
2/5
I know the name. I know the genre. And so I've never listened to them.
But here we go....
Overly dramatic electric guitars, dramatic melody & dramatic vocals.
This feels like theatre nerds mixed with heavy metal nerds.
At least it was relatively short.
I am happy to say that i didnt *hate* it but honestly, I just don't care for 70s and 80s metal and this is another example of that.
Laura Nyro
2/5
Initially this was grating and unpleasant but it has its moments that were pretty good. although unfortunately brief. and still not enough of those moments for me.
It consistently fell like songs for a play?
I'm sure my mother and her friends would love this, but for me it feels overly sappy and a bit shallow. Although she has a good voice, the vocals are trying to do something that it can't pull off.
I ended up just listening to the first 20 seconds of most of the songs then skipped to the next song....
UB40
3/5
this was better than i expected. easy to listen to.
Orange Juice
2/5
this is the most 80s thing i have ever heard.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2/5
*sigh* okay. another nick cave album.
keep an open mind. keep an open mind.
this is pretty good. at least relatively speaking. I'm sucker for the piano.
but honestly, pick any song and it sounds like an average karaoke performance to me.
Still the best nick cave album we've been dealt to date.
Pretenders
3/5
Even a few years ago, I would have hated this. But today I enjoyed it.
Pet Shop Boys
3/5
hmm. what to think about this...
Not anything I would normally listen to.
I actually liked some of this.
The more dance forward songs were not enjoyed by me but the other songs were okay.
happy and sad and energetic and lyrically meaningful.
I think I liked To Speak Is a Sin the most. Or maybe Dreaming of the Queen.
Deee-Lite
2/5
peppy. happy.
didnt finish the album.
The Clash
3/5
Ive heard the title song many times, but not the rest. It was pretty good.
Air
3/5
hey! i know the first song. I like this song. perfect to listen in the background.
although it didnt really get better from there, it was fine.
Bob Dylan
5/5
I like Bob Dylan but was unfamiliar with this album and most of these songs.
This was great. Like really really good.
Rush
3/5
This was okay but I can see why people like it.
Caetano Veloso
3/5
Mellow and pleasant. Feels like a nice tropical vacation.
Fairport Convention
3/5
Three stars seems too generous but two stars seems too harsh.
Cat Stevens
4/5
I really liked this album, front to back.
King Crimson
3/5
I have seen the album art throughout my life, but had never listened or really thought much about it.
It is not what I expected, although I can't say what I was expecting.
It's lighter, more genre bending, more free spirited, even haunting at times.
Aerosmith
2/5
One of the least enjoyed music styles.
My first time listening to this album.
Favorite songs: Sweet Emotion and Big Ten Inch Record
But if you are going to brag about the size of your dick with this euphemism, ten inches is simply too big.
Dolly Parton
4/5
Dolly is such a lovely person. I cannot separate the person who Dolly is from her music. She is a treasure and all musicians should look to her as how to deal with their influence, fortune, and fame.
Although I am not a country and western fan, this is pretty great. It is light and happy, while the words are often neither.
I especially like the songs: Coat of Many Colors, Early Morning Breeze, & Here I Am
The Jesus And Mary Chain
3/5
Similar to a few other albums, I had never heard this album or this band, but it still feels nostalgic as sounds of my childhood. It's like gunge pop?
In the late 80s and early 90s it was cool to do less and not try.
This sounds a bit like that.
Also, the song Darklands sounds very similar the David Bowie song Heroes.
Earth, Wind & Fire
3/5
I enjoyed the first half of this album a lot more than the second half. But all songs were happy and uplifting, which definitely has its place.
Overall a good album.
Aphex Twin
3/5
The grandfather of EDM. Clearly experimental, but interesting and ended up being good background music.
Honestly, as an album, it became a lot by the end and I needed a break from sound. Which is not necessarily a bad thing.
David Bowie
4/5
David Bowie was clearly a creative genius. Eccentric, unique, cool. a true pop culture icon.
I did not grow up listening to David Bowie and had never heard this album apart from Changes - and I usually skip it when it comes on...
I am happy to have listened to this album today. It seemed to get better and better as the album played.
Favourite song, probably Andy Warhol but Queen Bitch was fun.
The Kinks
3/5
I dig albums that have a flow. The music it self is quite simple and pleasant.
It definitely has a Beatles feel but without their polish or complexity.
In the end, this was enjoyed by me.
Dinosaur Jr.
3/5
This is seems like grungy angst to me. It's amusing that someone who can't sing on key is the lead singer of a relatively popular band but that's probably the point.
If I was asked to guess the year that this came out, I would have guessed early 90s, so this might be a bit ahead of the curve. but more likely I just don't know what I'm talking about.
eat me.
Aerosmith
2/5
One of my least enjoyed music styles.
I wish I liked it but
This album did nothing but confirm that.
Best song: Going Down/ Love in an Elevator
Favorite lyric: ....Masturbatin' with a noose. Now someone's kickin out the chair.
And the squeeze box in the ballad.... wut
¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Hole
3/5
Courtney Love.... angry. troubled. sad. crazy. angst.
This album was all of those things in a package that worked better than it should have. A good mix of punk and grunge... what a time.
Television
3/5
This... this is different. In a good way. I really like the guitar throughout this album. The vocals are not bad but sound very much of the time. Or actually more like the 80s.
I had never heard of Television or even a single song from this album before today. I won't be adding this to my rotation, but I'm happy to have listened.
Living Colour
1/5
I really liked the first song Cult of Personality and was looking forward to the album based on that. But then the rest of the album came and went and it was.... not good.
This was mainly a strange mix of 80s pop and metal, neither of which I really care for.
Then starting at Broken Hearts the songs take a turn and become a completely different genre for exactly two songs. They were okay.
But it speaks to the tone management of the album.
Later the transitions from Funny Vibe to Should I stay or Should I Go to What's Your Favorite Color is equally confusing.
Chicago
4/5
I know some Chicago songs, but this is not what I was expecting as all.
I love the huge sound and happy feels - they did a good job of not being annoying with it.
I especially appreciate the flow of the album. I was pleasantly surprised with this album.
The Smiths
3/5
I was never a big fan of the Smiths, but the entire early alternative rock genre has really grown on me in the last several years.
Although not at good as The Queen is Dead, I actually enjoyed this album front to back and paused to wonder why I don't listen to more of the Smiths.
Radiohead
3/5
Radiohead is perfect for getting high and letting the songs wash over you.
Although this album is not as popular as their early stuff, (probably for a reason) it is still a solid album.
Favorite song: Weird Fishes/ Arpeggi
Tom Waits
2/5
Okay... about one minute into the album now: I had no idea what to expect here and I would have never guessed that this would be it or that this could ever make this list. wtf.
That being said, after getting over the initial shock, I really like the thick and dirty blues sound of the music. That voice though... wtf.
His voice sounds like he was weaned on cigarettes and whiskey and enjoys gargling rocks in his spare time.
The song In the Colosseum is a parody, right? Or a halloween song?? Wait, Is this a halloween album? Yep.That's it. Has to be.
Favorite song: Dirt In The Ground.
Sugar
3/5
This is another 90s band that I am unfamiliar with, yet still has that 90s sound that is quite nostalgic to me.
And so, I mostly enjoyed the album, but same as the others examples, my music tastes have continued to evolve and move forward.
Funkadelic
4/5
All bands should open an album with an epic guitar solo. I was moved.
I was prepared to give this 5 stars until we got to the watery flatulence sounds at the end of Wars of Armageddon. Why.
SAULT
2/5
....Interesting. This choice is very much of the time, which many of the album selections in this list seem to be.
This was not made for me, which is probably the whole point. The album was selected for the message instead of the music. The music and spoken word was a bit repetitive and quite simple. I was hoping for a crescendo or destination or to hear something I hadn't heard before. In the end, it was good.
Favorite song: Wildfires
The Waterboys
2/5
I was really enjoying the first few songs, but it just kinda of slowly went down hill.
Metallica
3/5
what can i say... I should dislike this album and dislike this band based on my general musical taste and other preferences, but i liked it.
As an album, there were some weak songs mixed in, which hurts the rating, but four or so songs are straight up iconic.
The Beach Boys
4/5
The Beach Boys remind me of being a little boy, with my dad listening to them often. That being said, I don't think I have ever listened to this album front to back.
I have heard that this album is considered one of the greatest albums of all time. So far, that seems like a stretch. It sounds pretty dated and even older than 1966 to me. And the fading out to end each song seems odd and ruins the flow a bit.
But all that being said, there is a lot going on in each song, which creates a nice full and complex sound. Every song has the light and poppy, undeniable sound of the Beach Boys. And even though I complained about songs fading out, there is a nice sonic flow and narrative that works throughout the entire album.
The wikipedia article on this album was an interesting companion read while listening to the album which gave a deeper understanding of exactly why this album and its influence on the rest of music that followed is a major factor in the acclaim. I can appreciate that.
The Who
3/5
I listened to this album start to finish while driving. I had higher expectations than I should have due to knowing some songs by The Who previously.
I will say that the album flow was well arranged and the songs often seamlessly transitioned from song. I always like that.
The lyrics were all straightforward to my ears and seemed as though they just looked around the room for objects of inspiration.
The standout song on this album is Pinball Wizard.
Ray Charles
4/5
Before listening - I have looked forward to this album. Having never actually listened to the album, I have appreciation for Ray Charles’ musical genius and his genre bending endeavors throughout his career.
After listening – I absolutely love that some of this is clearly country music but at the same time, most definitely not country music. Good examples of what I mean by this is the song Worried Mind or Take These Chains From My Heart.
The jazz beats and bluesy feels bleeding through is lovely but at times moves fully into Frank Sinatra-ish traditional pop territory, which I think is where it falls apart a bit.
Overall this album was enjoyed by me.
Jane's Addiction
3/5
The Jane Addiction songs they play[ed] on the radio are fine, but did not give me high expectations for this album. I enjoyed the album more than I expected to.
Radiohead
5/5
Instant classic. Loved it.
Beastie Boys
4/5
This album was great and unexpected.
I went into this not realizing that I was about to listen to a hip-hop jazz album. It was surprisingly easy to listen to.
Marvin Gaye
2/5
There were moments in this album that were reminiscent of everything you hear about Marvin Gaye. The silky smooth, the sexy calm. But the majority of this was just not good.
Would I feel differently if I was divorced? Or more strongly so?
I really hope this album was cathartic for Marvin because that seems like the true point of the album instead of anything to sit down and enjoy the music.
The Band
2/5
I was digging the first couple of songs but with exception of a few songs in the middle, it really fell off for me.
Supergrass
2/5
I was pleasantly surprised by this album. At first.
At first, this sounded exactly like the alternative rock albums (which i loved) that were extremely popular 5 to 10 years after this album was released.
But then a bit pop-rock. And then... very british
Grant Lee Buffalo
2/5
I know I listened to this but I barely remember doing so. Blah.
Fleetwood Mac
4/5
Great album from start to finish.
Best song - Chains.
Pavement
2/5
This wasnt great. But it wasnt horrible.
4/5
This is not what I expected from The Kinks, but at the same time, it was pretty good. I enjoy the general cohesiveness and planned flow of concept albums and this was right on point.
The sharp pain of loss and the dull fear of the unwritten, unknown future is a very human emotion, regardless of the scale.
As I listened, I found myself paying closer attention to the lyrics. The sharp commentary with upbeat music creates a layered experience and is very well done.
Going back and listening to Victoria after finishing the album was a completely different experience than the first time.
Badly Drawn Boy
2/5
There is some really good stuff in there.
There is some really bad stuff in there.
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
1/5
This is like if Picasso was a musician instead of a painter.
I couldn't finish the album.
Amy Winehouse
5/5
Amy Winehouse's voice feels so classic and soulful. This album fully displays her talents.
One of the best albums of the past 20 years. RIP
Janis Joplin
3/5
Rarely in this musical adventure have I liked an album more and more the longer I listened to it. At first I thought she was doing a poor, melded imitation of incredible black female artists who came before her.
I overcame that feeling with the blues and country sounds were mixed in and it started to feel different.
I really enjoyed the album.
Jefferson Airplane
4/5
Jefferson Airplane doesn't get the credit that they deserve. Or if they do, I haven't heard of it.
Regardless, this album was pretty great.
Don McLean
4/5
Never really given much thought or time to Don Mclean, the album exceeded my expectations. Vincent was really really good.
The Grave and Babylon were pretty good too.
I also appreciate an album that is short and sweet. Well a lot more sad than sweet, but you know.
Michael Jackson
1/5
Michael Jackson.... Child Molester. Every time he's talking about I'm Bad, The Way You Make Me Feel, I Just Can't Stop Loving You. I cannot not think that he's talking about all the little boys.
In an attempt to separate the evil from the music: yeah, most of this album is trash. Over use of synthesizer... but the synth percussion was especially grating from start to finish. That being said, I somehow like Dirty Diana and Smooth Criminal though.
Sonic Youth
4/5
I unexpectedly loved this album. I was not familiar with Sonic Youth at all and it just hit right this morning.
Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
3/5
This was interesting. Several different genres beings mixed and melded together, some for the very first time.
Some of the vocals were lacking and the Stevie Wonder song doesn't fit on this album, but the rest of it was pretty cohesive and entertaining, with the culmination of The Message.
Various Artists
4/5
Surprisingly good for a Christmas album. At least one song ended up being the definitive version that we all still hear every year, to this day, which earns an extra star in my book.
Kraftwerk
3/5
So I read a little more about this album in an attempt to understand why it is considered so influential. I can appreciate the groundbreaking, novel looping technology in the synthesizers that they were using to create the music.
As I read about that and the impact that the album had on music that followed, I couldn't help but feel underwhelmed. The accolades bestowed on this album and the music I listened to, just didn't match up to me.
Big Brother & The Holding Company
3/5
I enjoyed most of this quite a bit. Love the bluesy rock. Janis screeching got a bit weary after a while though.
The Monkees
3/5
I am not really sure why this album is on this list but it was relatively easy to listen to and a bonus for only having a 30 minute run time.
In the end it is just very simple music that is light and fun. They aren't trying to do anything deep and or meaningful and I think that self-awareness counts for something.
The National
4/5
The low energy, slightly sad feels of this album hits so well when I'm in a similar mood - which happens probably more than I would like to admit.
The album works well for both background music or active listening, but probably wont be the choice to turn on when looking for something fun.
Norah Jones
3/5
I am surprised to read that this album is one of the best selling albums of all time, but I guess I shouldn't be, as I remember Don't Know Why being played to death.
But with reason. It is completely non-offensive.
It's silky smooth, easy listening jazz with some country music flare, is perfect to play as loungey background music for restaurants, coffee shops, and pseudo fancy dinner parties.
Electric Light Orchestra
4/5
Most of the heavy hitters from ELO, all on one album.
I definitely hear the Beatles influences in their music.
Never sitting down to listen to an album before, I was struck by their theatrical sound, with exaggerated emotions and spacey David Bowie vibes.
I waffled between 3 and 4 stars on this one, but Mr. Blue Sky nudges it over the hill for me.
Pixies
3/5
This was fine.
I didn't love it. But I didn't dislike it. It would have been really fun to see in concert though.
Where Is My Mind? is iconic and unfortunately outshines the rest of the album.
U2
3/5
Honestly, I made a mental groan when U2 popped up today.
I had this annoying acquaintance back in the day who LOVED LOVED U2 and have had a strange aversion to them ever since. Time seems to be on my side on that.
BUT, Achtung Baby is better than I gave them credit for. There are a couple of good songs on this album and I always appreciate a coherent whole album, which this does, even though each song may sound a little too similar to the last at times.
And then Bono's voice still gets tiresome about halfway through.
Killing Joke
2/5
This sounds way ahead of its time to me. A nice mix of garage band rock and punk. That being said, it's not really made for me. It was just okay.
Lynyrd Skynyrd
5/5
Literally half the songs on this album are considered all time classic songs.
This is not my go-to genre of music but what a great album.
Cypress Hill
4/5
This is a fun album. The beats, the samples, the smooth nasally rhymes, Latino flavors and of course weed. I liked it way more than I expected to.
Iron Maiden
1/5
If someone put this on and told me it was a parody of 80s Metal, I would believe them.
Devendra Banhart
2/5
I actually am a big fan of some folk music out there. Unfortunately, this will not be counted in that.
I guess it was okay, at times very pleasant but other times annoying.
I didn't hate it.
Stereo MC's
1/5
It's the little things, like this album being included on this list that make me question reality. What are we doing here?
Let's all aim a bit higher next time.
Herbie Hancock
3/5
This is what I'm talking about. An interesting album that I have never heard of and probably not experience without this list.
The funk and jazz were fun and cool and all that.
but... I was ready for a different genre before the end of the album.
Wu-Tang Clan
4/5
I had never sat down and listened to this album from front to back.
What a great debut album.
It is clear to me why they are beloved to this day.
Stereolab
3/5
I actually mostly like this. The soft french vocals, the beats, and other layered musicals work well together and was nice to have on in the background while working.
Sex Pistols
3/5
Even a couple years ago, I would given this a one start, but I have been on a musically growth journey.
Reading the blurb from wikipedia, I am surprised that they only had one album with the amount of influence and recognition they have had.
In the end, I dont hate it. But at the same time it was not made for me or the other boring milk toast people like me.
The Cardigans
3/5
Only familiar with Lovefool, which doesn't really have the same feel as the rest of the album. Her voice is lovely and cute.
I like that there is a very slight mismatch between her soft pleasant voice and the 90s rock behind it.
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
2/5
I could have done without this album.
Below is my complete thoughts while listening to the album:
Country Rock, simple, gritty, guitar forward - which is okay because Neil's voice is the weakest link.
Overall, this is exactly what I would expect to hear when walking into the random country bar down the road. And those guys probably would have full time jobs, unrelated to music.
Neil Young
2/5
Are you kidding me? We had Neil Young yesterday.
Have an open mind. Have an open mind.
I continued to struggle through most of the songs, but I did enjoy Borrowed Tune.
Bob Dylan
4/5
What a pleasant surprise! Seeing a Dylan album released in 1997, I did a figurative eye roll, but man was I wrong.
His bluesy, gravelly voice sounds jaded but wise, all while being able to hit the intended notes. The music itself is complex and expertly played.
I enjoyed every single song.
Nightmares On Wax
3/5
Pretty solid background music. Relaxing.
Culture Club
1/5
After listening to about half of this, 80s pop just might be my least favorite genre of all the genres.
- did not finish -
Stan Getz
4/5
I thoroughly enjoyed this album. Makes me miss the warmth of the sun and sand in my toes of summer.
The music is suave and relaxing while being upbeat and happy.
The Mamas & The Papas
3/5
Some nostalgia here with several of these songs. But honestly, the album was just fine. It sounded a bit dated and was...non-offensive.
3/5
I've never been a huge PJ Harvey fan but this album was more approachable than others and went down pretty well.
10cc
2/5
Never heard of 10cc. They didn't seem to take themselves, or this album too serious, so I won't either.
Next.
Talking Heads
3/5
I liked this album more than I was expecting to.
Thundercat
2/5
This album was confusing and strange and beneath me and over my head.
Some of these songs are really good. Even if the lyrics are goofy.
But some of them should have just been left off.
Worst song: Captain Stupido.
Beck
4/5
Beck is great. A lot of his stuff is inventive and timeless and this album is no exception.
Depeche Mode
3/5
The usage of the harsh 80s synth percussion was used in several songs, which I didn't care for but the rest of it was much better than i was expecting.
Dark and very polished. This album as a whole was very good.
This album was fine. Nothing to truly complain about but nothing to hang my hat on either.
Carole King
4/5
This album hit me off guard. I had heard of Carole King before but I had no idea that she wrote and sang these hit songs, let alone all on a single album.
Incredible.
The Who
3/5
I am not a big fan of listening to live albums. I love going to concerts though. I could probably get behind listening to recordings of the live performance that I was there for.
There is just too much that is missed by simply recording the audio of a live performance.
Air
4/5
I had no expectations going into this. I haven't seen the movie or heard of Air. I really enjoyed the album.
It was oddly familiar throughout. Calm and cool. Perfect for working with this in the background, although I was distracted several times by the feeling like I had heard this or that somewhere before.
One example that I was able to pinpoint: Highschool Lover -> Everybody by Mac Miller.
Massive Attack
3/5
I can see how this isn't for everyone, but I like Massive Attack. Although, I was really only familiar with the album Mezzanine before listening to Protection today.
Very relaxing, full sounds.
Some of the vocals were not my preferred style but that's just nitpicking.
The Avalanches
4/5
While I did not love every song on this album, the overall sound and flow and construction and musicality of this album blew me away.
Parliament
3/5
Funk. SO much funk. Dripping with the funk. Too much funk?
Maybe. I like funk in small doses. The 38 minute runtime helped.
Beastie Boys
2/5
I was excited when it popped up but was surprised how quickly I tired of it all. To the point where I was a little taken aback by how much I was ready for the album to be over.
David Bowie
2/5
I know that I am in the minority here, but this album just didn't do it for me.
I will say that I really did enjoy the song Wild Is The Wind.
Hüsker Dü
2/5
I didnt finish the album and dont feel the need to.
Adele
4/5
I will admit it. I love Adele and I love this album. I don't care if that makes me a basic bitch.
The album is not perfect, but there are some truly great songs here.
Favorite song: Set Fire to the Rain
The Notorious B.I.G.
3/5
The talent here is undeniable but this album has not aged well IMO.
Biggie's lyrical flow is incredible. The skits are simply not good.
The gratuitous misogyny and sexuality come off as bravado and is dripping with insecurity.
John Lee Hooker
4/5
Man, I really like the blues. I am relatively unfamiliar with John Lee Hooker though. From what I read from other reviews, the collaborations tainted the album, but not knowing the difference I thought the album was really good.
I'm going to listen to more John Lee Hooker for sure.
Deerhunter
4/5
I really liked this album. Felt like a dream.
Looking forward to a relisten. Or maybe nap.
The Slits
2/5
Ska/Punk/Reggae flavored, all female version of the Talking Heads.... or maybe not them but there is something familiar about the style that I can't put my finger on. I honestly don't care enough to finish the thought.
Regardless, this album is not anything I would choose to listen to or ever include in this list.
To be fair to the 1001 albums list - they don't claim that the albums are good - I am more and more convinced that they put albums like this on the list for the sole purpose to create appreciation and elevate the great albums that are on the list.
Sheryl Crow
3/5
There were some good songs on this album.
Boston
3/5
This album is a solid, upbeat classic rock album. Not my favorite, but you could do a lot worse.
Public Enemy
3/5
Queen
3/5
This album is a lot. It has true genius and forever classics. But it also has songs that are simply not good.
It's overly dramatic and a roulette of genres. The classics are classics for a reason, but I also really liked '39 and will revisit in the future. The rest, I hope not.
Orbital
1/5
this was not good.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
3/5
The front half of the album struggled a bit, but Maps and Y Control are great.
Peter Gabriel
2/5
I know this doesn't really make sense but this album reminded me of the Queen album A Night at the Opera, but without the genius of Bohemian Rhapsody, etc.
What I really mean, is that this album is kind of all over the place. It's not bad musically, but it just doesn't work for me. It feels like he's throwing songs at the wall and seeing what sticks.
Solsbury Hill was the only sticker in the bunch.
Marty Robbins
4/5
Not something I would want to listen to regularly, but this was truly an enjoyable experience.
Very solid album.
Le Tigre
3/5
I liked this more than I expected to.
Alice In Chains
3/5
Dark. Depressing. Heavy. Emotional. Beautiful.
D'Angelo
2/5
This album wasn't made for me. I did my best though. I liked the jazzy songs better than the straight R&B ones.
Favorite song: Shit, Damn, Motherfucker.
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
3/5
Buddy Holly is an American musical treasure. This album was light and quick and enjoyed by me.
OutKast
4/5
I was happy to see this album pop up. I knew the hits but hadn't listened to the entire album before. My only real complaint is that it was a bit long.
It is poignant, smart, funny and generally a good time. An album capable of a sit down for a critical listen or thrown on for a game night with friends.
50 Cent
3/5
Honestly, I am surprised this album is on this list and even still after listening to it.
That being said, it was better than I was expecting. Several bangers. Several good guest performances. The songs didn't all sound the same.
But not a whole lot of substance other than the overarching message that you shouldn't really fuck with Fiddy and then expect to continue on with your day.
Brian Eno
2/5
Didn't really care for most of the..... music?.....sounds.
Anita Baker
2/5
This album displays a beautiful voice that was caught in the trap of uninspired, cheesy 80s music.
Arctic Monkeys
4/5
Loved it. Such a fun album.
Full of interesting, upbeat, catchy songs without being cheesy.
And this isn't even the Arctic Monkeys' best album.
Little Simz
3/5
I didn't know what to expect but enjoyed the relaxed beats and purposeful flow to the lyrics. The lyrics were often meaningful and personal, which was appreciated when compared the wanton content of much of [even great] rap. The album felt a bit unpolished, which lends itself to feel more authentic.
Eminem
3/5
This album is an exercise in being provocative and offensive, just for the sake of doing it. I would like to think that Eminem's talent and this album became huge despite his dark sense of humor, instead of because of it.
This album sounds like nothing else that came before it. The tone, the cadence, the flow, the rhymes are original and genius. Just wrapped in a sharp, crass package.
Simply Red
2/5
This album reminded me of something.
Which is it, milquetoast or milk toast?
Apparently, milquetoast comes from a comic strip character from the 1920s. The character was spineless and timid. I wouldn't call this album spineless, because that doesn't make any sense.
And so, milk toast is toasted and cubed bread with warm milk poured on top. Like a homemade cereal. And much like this album, at least put some sugar and cinnamon in there to make it a little less boring.
System Of A Down
4/5
I had never listened to this album before although I know Toxicity well. System of a Down sounds like no other band who came before them.
This album is perfect for completely replacing your workout playlist.
Pure adrenaline and fun.
Nina Simone
4/5
Nina Simone is a treasure. She captures the deep pain and longing of a broken relationship in this album, like no one else can. I felt that while listening.
I'm not crying. You're crying.
Simon & Garfunkel
4/5
Near perfect album.
Paul Weller
2/5
It wasn't bad. I can't put my finger on it, but I do know that I would have liked it more if it was better.
Tito Puente
3/5
I'm such a sucker for this. It just gives me vibes of the beach and carefree summers.
Queen Latifah
2/5
I'm sure this sounded great at the time. It feels a bit dated and just didn't do much for me.
Fever Ray
3/5
So this was interesting and there was some really good stuff in there. Musically, it was enjoyable and different. I would have enjoyed this a lot more if their voices were better.
The Zombies
4/5
I can dig it, man.
Led Zeppelin
5/5
Possibly the greatest album of all time.
Happy Mondays
2/5
About halfway through the second song, I convinced that I was going to like this album. Then the rest of the album happened.
Bonnie Raitt
2/5
Your mom would give this 5 stars.
Nirvana
5/5
Great album.
Gary Numan
3/5
My initial thought when this album started was that I was going to hate this.
But I didn't hate it.
Patti Smith
3/5
This was very artsy.
Which is often code for, I am not really sure if I fully get it.
And honestly, I not a big lyrics guy. There are songs that I have heard 100 times that I don't know the lyrics of. My simple brain just pays more attention to the music than the lyrics. This album is lyrics forward and tells a troubled story. I just wasn't able to follow along while doing my work and I hope to be able to go back and listen again being able to focus on the lyrics.
All that being said, I can most definitely hear inspiration for music that followed, which is seriously something.
Elastica
2/5
This album is okay. I am more just confused as to why it's on this list.
The Jam
3/5
This was a pleasant surprise.
Stevie Wonder
3/5
This was pretty cheesy, but I was in a good mood at the time.
Or was it this album that put me in a good mood?
We will never know.
Yes
3/5
This was good but not great.
Have you ever tried to recreate an amazing meal? You use all of the same ingredients. Same everything... but something just isn't right.
Me too, Yes. Me too.
Coldplay
3/5
I am no Coldplay fanboy, but this chill, highly polished, pop/soft-rock album is not as bad as the cool kids want to pretend it is.
When I am in the mood, (and I do have to be in the mood), Parachutes is pleasant, dreamy, emotional, relaxing, and truly unoffensive.
James Taylor
3/5
I don't feel strongly about this album one way or another. It was good.
Fire and Rain is still a great song.
Bon Jovi
1/5
80s metal is one of my least favorite things.
Weather Report
2/5
I honestly didn't hate this, but I wouldn't say this is good music or anything.
It's strange to me that it was included on this list.
Billy Bragg
3/5
I had to go back and relisten to this because my first listening experience was skewed by my wife complaining the entire time.
During the second listen, I realized she didn't know the context of this album, which think is important to the enjoyment for me.
Now, I don't know if that would have changed her opinion, but Woodie Guthrie lyrics put to music decades later is pretty cool.
Nine Inch Nails
4/5
I was only familiar with the song Closer prior to listening to this album, but this album still surprised me at how unique, creative, provocative, and honestly enjoyable it was to listen to. It's not really an album to put on while hanging out with my friends or family, but it most definitely has its place.
Bee Gees
2/5
Even the Bee Gees sound bored with this album.
Billie Holiday
4/5
This album may not be the best representation of Jazz but it is Jazz. And Jazz makes my heart warmer.
Sonic Youth
3/5
I completely missed out on Sonic Youth as a kid.
I wish I hadnt.
Guns N' Roses
2/5
I know there are people who worship this album. And I can see that. Sitting down to listen to the entire album, I attempted a mental exercise to embody someone who loves it.
I overdosed on meth before the album finished.
I wish I could go the rest of my life and never hear any of these songs again.
Fleetwood Mac
2/5
It is incredible that this is the same band that made Rumours.
Roxy Music
3/5
I am not sure what I was expecting for this album, between the title of the album and cover art, but this was not it.
It was pretty good, although the vocals were a bit over artsy or theatrical at times. I did enjoy the soundscapes throughout combined with the electric guitar.
U2
3/5
This album was fine.
Brian Eno
3/5
Although I can't help but agree with top Global comment with only 1 star, I enjoyed this album. It was a slightly meditative listening experience that was thoroughly calming and peaceful.
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
I have never understood the love for Bruce Springsteen's music, but I had never listened to full album before. And now, I still don't get it.
Downbound Train and I'm on Fire were good.
Metallica
3/5
I'm not a big metal fan, but this is fun and beautiful.
It is an iconic album for a reason.
PJ Harvey
3/5
This was the third PJ Harvey album served up and the best of them. Let's just agree to have this be the last PJ Harvey album that we get...
Sly & The Family Stone
3/5
This was more funk than I was ready for, but the lyrics were on point and are still poignant today. Dark while feeling light. I like it.
Big Star
3/5
It was fine... even good. But most definitely not great.
They hit a lot of the same elements as their great contemporaries but missed that magic that pulled it all together.
Muddy Waters
4/5
I really enjoyed this. I listened to it several times over the weekend and it makes me happy that this exists in the world.
Neil Young
3/5
I'm not a huge fan of Neil Young, but this album hit different somehow. It helps that I really like Heart of Gold.
The Verve
3/5
I was expecting more of the Bitter Sweet Symphany but after resetting my expectations, this wasn't horrible.
This was like the Brits version of grunge. They probably cared too much, which is why it didn't work as well as American grunge.
Janet Jackson
2/5
I'm sure this is a well-constructed album, but the harsh synth percussions, etc. are so grating to me that I cannot hear anything beyond them. It was a real struggle to get through this.
Can
3/5
Pleasant lounge vibes on this one. This would be pretty great to hear while sipping on some cocktail that I can't pronounce or barely see.
Public Enemy
4/5
This was better than I was expecting it to be. Some of the best old school hip hop there is. Dark, poignant lyrics. Solid rhythm and beats. This a great all around album.
Van Halen
3/5
To my ears, 80s Metal is the worst of all genres. I realize this is not quite the 80s, but its very, very close. Regardless, I involuntarily rolled my eyes when I saw Van Halen pop up. I couldn't bring myself to listen to this at work, so instead, popped it on while I was sitting on my back deck, sipping a beer - with a perfect blue sky and a pleasant warm breeze.
And I kind of liked it! For the first 4 or 5 songs, it was pretty good, before it all started waning. But for a brief moment in time, I heard it.
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
2/5
I simply do not understand why anyone considers this good, let alone belongs on the 1001 albums you MUST hear before you die.
I'll add it to the list of albums that calls into question the legitimacy of this entire list.
fIREHOSE
2/5
I had never heard of fIREHOSE before or a single song on the album. I had high hopes to find a hidden gem.
It might be one of those, you had to be there, type of things?
It was fine.
Jane's Addiction
3/5
I liked it. Some classics and other listenable songs.
The Rolling Stones
3/5
I would say this is probably more of a blues album than a rock album. Which is why I like this Rolling Stones album more than the others I've heard.
Fiona Apple
3/5
I liked this but didn't love it.
Megadeth
2/5
When I hear Megadeth, I can't help but imagine this the house band for Tales from the Crypt. With the Crypt Keeper as the singer, in front of a zombie bass player, a mummy guitar player, and the swamp monster as the drummer.
My mental image is just too cheesy and over the top to take this seriously.
Bruce Springsteen
2/5
My favorite songs were the ones that didn't sound like it was The Boss.
Mercury Rev
3/5
Never heard of the band or any of the songs. I enjoyed it.
Bob Dylan
5/5
Apparently, I am a Bob Dylan fan. I do not give 5 stars lightly. This was great.
The Stooges
3/5
I liked this more than I was expecting to.
Billy Bragg
2/5
Early into the album, I scoffed at the top-rated global comment, "The voice ground me down to a fine, lubricant grade powder" but now at 75% through it, I can't help but to agree. Even still, this is better than a 1-star album.
Rod Stewart
3/5
Yeah, so, this isn't going into my regular musical rotation or anything but this was pretty good.
The key is to happiness is to have low expectations.
Ramblin' Jack Elliott
3/5
I listened to this like Mr. Rogers was cosplaying as a cowboy, which made this more enjoyable.
Judas Priest
3/5
Not as bad as I was expecting, but still not good.
For the genre of 80s metal, the best compliment I can give is: I didn't hate it.
The Rolling Stones
3/5
I've never really understood the love for The Rolling Stones, but I got a little glimpse of that on this album. This is the not the first Stones album we've been dealt but it is the first one that made me say, Okay.
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
3/5
This was a nice change of pace. The rich, full sounds matched the intensity of Khan nicely. It could be a bit repetitive at times but also somewhat meditative. I may have given this a higher rating if it wasn't so long.
Although I will probably never listen to this album again, I am glad I listened to it today.
The Jesus And Mary Chain
3/5
Well. This has surprisingly caused some emotions stir in my cold dark soul.
Nothing crazy or anything. Imagine like a little stick figure slowly pick up a stick and poke at a little spot on the ground a few times. More like that.
The reverb and distortion’s wall of sound is relaxing in a strange way.
Without these sound manipulations, the actual music would be terrible.
But the noisy chaos somehow adds an intangible for where two shitty things come together to create this other thing with a greater sum than the parts. A textured richness that shouldn’t work. But it kind of does. Kind of.
The Flaming Lips
4/5
Having listened to this album in the past, the first two songs had me questioning my memory of really liking this album.
After Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Pt1, I was back in and mostly enjoyed every song after.
The War On Drugs
3/5
I actually enjoyed this album. It felt strange at times because there seemed to be an incongruity between the 70s rock n roll sounds and the indie baselayer but for the most part I think it worked for me.
Van Morrison
3/5
This was a good album. The song Moondance feels oddly placed but this is a Classic mellow rock album for a reason.
It was very easy to listen to. So much so that it easily fits in as background music at a family BBQ or a JC Penney's.
Dwight Yoakam
3/5
This was not the worst country album that I have ever heard.
I liked the fiddle and accordion thrown in every so often.
He didn't really make a good case that the girl he shot in the head should die. Just because she wanted to leave? Because it made him sad? Seems like an overreaction.
Janelle Monáe
3/5
Janelle seems like she's just great at everything she does. The album was a large endeavor and hit all over on the spectrum of music genres, which works well for a movie soundtrack but not as well as an album only to sit down and digest. In the end, I thought it was really cool and I'm glad I listened to it.
Rod Stewart
3/5
I wasn't like pumped when I saw the album for today but it wasn't too bad!
Talking Heads
2/5
While I would never argue that the Talking Heads should not be included in the list of 1001 albums you must hear before you die, I will 100% argue that THIS album is completely unnecessary to have on the list.
It's more of the same, but probably lesser than other Talking Heads albums that have already been included. Even the title of the album shrugs that it's unnecessary. So then, what are we doing here?
Paul Simon
3/5
This album was good. Can't say I'll ever revisit on purpose, but it was fine and went well as background for working.
I liked the more African flavored songs quite a bit.
King Crimson
3/5
King Crimson is interesting and enjoyable to listen to. I should listen to them more often.
This album is not as good as In The Court, but I have no problems with it being on the 1001 list.
Miles Davis
2/5
I'm a fan of Jazz, but this is just a recording of them warming up.
Cheap Trick
2/5
This album only makes this list because of this recording of I Want You to Want Me and Surrender.
The Who
3/5
First time listening to this album. It is interesting how much they grew out of the heavily Beatles influence in this album and created their own sound in later albums and in turn, go on to influence other bands that followed The Who.
Black Sabbath
3/5
I had low expectations for this album, but I shouldnt have.
I actually enjoyed it.
Blue Cheer
4/5
This was actually pretty good. Early heavy metal blues? I didn't know it was a thing.
Not all of it was great, but it most definitely exceeded my expectations.
I absolutely love the global's top comment that this sounds like Jack White.
Richard Thompson
4/5
Solid album and clearly a hidden gem.
Which is what I'm here for. Why are you here?
Circle Jerks
3/5
Energetic quickie from the Circle Jerks. I love group sex.
Fugees
4/5
This was legit great.
Deep Purple
3/5
Besides Smoke on the Water, I was basically unfamiliar with Deep Purple.
The first half of this album was surprisingly good. The musicianship is impressive throughout.
Dexys Midnight Runners
3/5
Fun album. Easy to listen to.
Willie Nelson
3/5
I listened to this album while sitting on my back porch on a cool summer evening. It was nice and quiet and relaxing. The album mostly fit the mood well.
The Replacements
4/5
I had no prior expectations but walked away a fan. It is rare for me truly enjoy any music from the 80s but this album was great.
David Bowie
3/5
David Bowie doing his version of Soul. There were a couple of good songs but it was just okay if I'm being honest.
Yes
3/5
Meh.
Ryan Adams
2/5
From his Wikipedia page:
Harassment allegations
On February 13, 2019, The New York Times reported that seven women (including Phoebe Bridgers and ex-wife Mandy Moore) said Adams offered to assist them with their music careers, then pursued the women romantically. They also claimed that Adams reportedly retaliated when they spurned his advances, hindering their careers and harassing them in text messages and on social media.[87][88] The accusations surfaced in the context of the Me too movement against sexual harassment. Adams initially denied the accusations but in July 2020, he issued a statement in the Daily Mail apologizing for his actions.[89][90][91]
Merle Haggard
3/5
Although I would never choose to play this album for myself, if my grandpa punched this cassette into the stereo of his beat-up pickup truck and we listened on a long drive into town, I wouldn't be upset about it.
Jurassic 5
3/5
I liked the 90's rap vibes and good message. This is a good example of less is more. It ended up feeling too long.
The Rolling Stones
3/5
I was unaware that the majority of the songs were covers when listening to the album. I thought it was pretty good, honestly. Not what I was expecting from the Stones but exceeded my expectations somehow.
Bob Dylan
4/5
This was the fourth or fifth time listening to this album from start to finish. In general, Bob Dylan's singing style can be wearing at times, but I continue to thoroughly enjoy his music despite this. This is one of my favorite albums of his.
Dexys Midnight Runners
3/5
The second Dexy Midnight Runners album dealt to us in a couple of weeks.
Again, I mostly enjoyed what they are pumping out. More specifically, I liked the fullness of the horns and strings, as well as the overall upbeat tone. An hour straight of it was a bit much, but it's much better than the majority of other 80s pop I've heard.
I probably won't be adding this to my playlists or anything, but it's been fun and different.
3/5
Never heard of them or a single song from this album before today.
The punk-rockabilly was kinda cool.
Spiritualized
3/5
Even after finishing this, I'm still surprised how much I enjoyed this.
I will probably go back and listen to this while high sometime.
Prince
3/5
Reading claims that this album is a contender for best album of all time, I was disappointed. I simply do not hear what other people are hearing.
Replacing percussion and musical instruments with cold and lifeless synthesizers is a travesty that was repeated and repeated in the 80s.
I did enjoy the song I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man.
Keith Jarrett
4/5
Happy to have read the story behind this concert and recording prior to starting. I would be interesting to be able to hear an identical performance with correct piano. I dug further into the life story of Keith Jarrett and continued to be impressed.
The background info, the fact that most of the music is improvised, and bad luck of Jarrett's evening make this album a must listen album.
The moaning was weird though.
Sepultura
3/5
I am not familiar with Metal, never heard of Roots, but this was most definitely Metal. I cranked it up to feel it and can see it's place in getting adrenaline going. I listened to this while making dinner and I can safely say my fried rice was near perfect. Probably had nothing to do with the music though. This album would also function as torture.
GZA
4/5
This album was solid. I enjoyed almost every song.
Teenage Fanclub
2/5
This is like an "uncanny valley" for my ears. This sounds very 90s. I generally like 90s music. This even sounds like music I like but I do not like this at all.
The Doors
4/5
Apart from just a couple of songs that should have been left off, this album was pretty great.
Blur
2/5
Maybe I am just in a bad mood but this was straight up annoying to me. I had a hard time finishing the album.
John Grant
3/5
I agree with the other review that says this reminds them of Bo Burnum.
Neneh Cherry
2/5
This was not for me. It was too 80s pop but I did like the rap that was parsed in throughout.
Frank Zappa
3/5
I had no real expectations going into this and enjoyed it. I listened while working and found myself often distracted by the music, in a good way.
I liked the electric guitar, the jazz, the funk. Solid stuff.
Elliott Smith
3/5
This album was fine, but ultimately forgettable.
Not really sure why it is on this list.
Daft Punk
3/5
For me, this is music to do chores to. Turn it up and get the blood flowing.
But today I listened to this at work.
So, I obviously just turned on my black lights, set the strobes bpm, and threw a rave.
Stan Getz
3/5
This feels like vacation. Like a warm, salty breeze. Soft sand and palm trees. A lazy brunch on a shaded cafe patio...
Megadeth
3/5
Here we go again with what literally sounds like vocals by The Crypt Keeper.
Other than that, it's actually kinda good.
The Style Council
1/5
What a mess of an album.
This should never have been included in this list.
David Bowie
3/5
I've always feel like I've been left out and missing something when it comes to the universal love of David Bowie. And that makes me a tiny bit sad. I want to hear it. I want to love it.
BUT this album was my favorite Bowie album to date.
So, progress.
Elton John
3/5
Given how many unnecessary British albums are on this list, I am surprised it has taken this long to get an album by Elton John.
This was a good album. Lots of great songs but really needed the fat cut off. Speaking of that, why is there a reggae song in the middle of an Elton John album?
Germs
3/5
This was surprisingly well produced for a hard punk album. Not my usual cup but I don't mind some bitterness in my tea from time to time.
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
Man. Bruce Springsteen is yet another dude that people just love, while I am sitting here feeling left out. I dont hear it. I dont get it. It's just okay.
Elvis Presley
3/5
Elvis is the King. This album is good but not great. I really like In the Ghetto and Suspicious Minds. But if I'm being honest, I clearly enjoyed the songs that Spotify played afterwards better than this album.
White Denim
4/5
This is an album I will want to revisit in the future. It had a lot of elements that I really enjoy.
I am happy to be dealt an album that I was completely unfamiliar with but was still very listenable.
The Smashing Pumpkins
5/5
This album was legit great. I had heard most of the songs before and some a lot more than others, but this was the first listen as a whole album. The album is rich and complex from start to finish. Soothing and heavy at the same time. I want to listen to this again.
Foo Fighters
5/5
The Foo Fighters are one of my favorite bands. To hear the FF sound in what was basically a Dave Grohl solo album, made before the FF existed, is a testament to Dave's talent and musical influence.
This is not the Foo Fighters' best album but can see how this paved the way for the band's growth and future popularity.
If I am being honest with you, I would probably give this album at 4 on my normal rating scale but am going to bump it up to a 5 because I think this is the only FF album on this 1001 list.
Drive-By Truckers
2/5
First of all, I couldnt finish this. I was hopeful that something would click or it would get better but it just wasnt happening.
It sounded like Kid Rock, The Presidents of the United States and Florida Man had a baby. And their baby was this album.
Pavement
3/5
So this album is not bad. But it's not great. It doesn't feel to me like it is a must listen to album. It's a relatively generic 90s sound with not great vocals.
4/5
Apparently I'm an Oasis fan. Who knew.
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
This album was incredible. There were tastes of hard rock. Tastes of psychedelic meandering. Tastes of experimental soundscapes. And it all blends together so well. I cant wait to relisten, with a better sound set up. This album has been added to my list of must buy vinyl.
808 State
3/5
My head bobbed.
Pink Floyd
2/5
This sounded more like the Monkeys than Pink Floyd to my ears.
Maybe they hadn't found drugs yet?
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
3/5
This was better than I was expecting. Solid 70s folk.
Linkin Park
4/5
Oh man. I listened to this album so many times as a basic, angsty teenager. It's hard for me to unbiased on this album so Im just going to lean into it.
The La's
3/5
This wasn't great but it wasn't bad at all.
Richard Hawley
3/5
This was pretty good. I had low expectations for this, so that probably helped.
Creedence Clearwater Revival
3/5
CCR is a solid band who put out solid albums. This is not their best album but it's still pretty good.
Buena Vista Social Club
4/5
I absolutely love this album. It feels like vacation. It's so cool and just so much fun.
Primal Scream
2/5
This album is not good.
That is all.
Taylor Swift
3/5
So, I'm not a huge fan of Taylor Swift but am exposed to her and music by my lady.
Okay. Exposed might be an understatement.... there are shirts and mugs and jewelry and more, strewn around my place. Also.... I own this album from a special edition release, as well as Folklore on vinyl.
Regardless, this album was "randomly" delt at the same time as when Taylor Swift seems to be at the highest point of popularity in her entire career with her coming off of world stadium tour, huge movie thing, and news that she is dating Travis Kelce, of the current Superbowl Champions - the Kansas City Chiefs.
I ended up listening to most evermore today just to remind myself which album this actually is. I really do get it mixed up with Folklore. I have to say Folklore is a much better album, although there are a couple of songs on evermore that I actually like, with the title track, evermore, being the best song on the album imo.
Supertramp
3/5
This was very easy to listen to. I enjoyed it but nothing stood out as life changing.
Arcade Fire
3/5
I like Arcade Fire but hadn't listen to this album before. This was not my favorite album of theirs but I do think that they are a bit of an acquired taste so when they hit, they hit hard.
Big Star
2/5
This was okay but I have no idea why this would be included on the list of 1001 albums to listen to before you die. It feels like I could have died and been fully okay with not hearing it.
Kanye West
4/5
Kanye is... divisive. Somehow, he is my teenager's favorite artist, yet this album came out before he was born. This was the first time I listened to the album from start to finish and damn man. I didn't want to like it but it was very good.
Jerry Lee Lewis
4/5
I usually don't care all that much for live albums. This was pretty great though. All of his hits, short and sweet, and sounded really good.
Frank Ocean
4/5
First time listening to this album and it fully exceeded my expectations. I don't even really care for R&B all that much but really enjoyed it. The last several songs kind of feel short, so it ended on a little bit of a downer for me, but I was really surprised how much I enjoyed this.
Soul II Soul
2/5
Most of this album was boring or not great. The last bit of the album was better, but it was too little too late.
Van Morrison
3/5
Besides being too long, this album was much better than I was expecting for a live album. The Blues and Jazz songs were surprisingly good, all while still sounding like Van Morrison. This could have a solid 4 stars from me if the album was not so long.
Johnny Cash
4/5
This live album is pretty great. This and the Folsom prison album are such a unique time capsule with great music and great stories.
Nick Drake
3/5
I enjoyed this album. It was very mellow. Even melancholy. It was good background music too work to.
ZZ Top
3/5
Really only being familiar with La Grange, this album was interesting. It feels grungy and grimy. It is unpolished, yet musically, it is quite good. The heavy rock mixed with blues is a blend of music that I personally really enjoy. I should listen more to ZZ top.
The Cars
4/5
The Cars were not given enough credit, by me. This album was much better than I was expecting. I should listen to this more often.
Kings of Leon
3/5
I like Kings of Leon but I don't love Kings of Leon. I am surprised that Kings of Leon would be included in this list, but even more surprised that this album is. Their album Only By the Night is a much better album.
Anyway, this album was just okay.
Tom Waits
2/5
What a strange album with the attempted comedy routine between songs and would have done much better by just playing the music. I will say, I enjoyed this Tom Waits album way more than any of the other ones we have been subjected to so far on list. The actual jazz/lounge music was pretty good and enjoyable. His gravelly voice fits in this scenario but Im not sure where else it would.
Lorde
4/5
Although Lorde is outside of my general preferred genres that I usually stick to, I have always liked her music. This album was no exception. Her often haunting, borderline sad tone throughout regardless of the melody and rhythm shifts, which can turn on a dime, is most often comforting and pleasant to me.
Led Zeppelin
4/5
Right off the start with a bang with Immigrant Song and cruised the rest of the way through.
The The
3/5
I have a hard time enjoying any songs that use synth percussion. So basically the entire 80s. The first song on this album was a struggle, but it got better as it went... By the end I wasn't hating it, so that's something.
Soft Machine
2/5
I didn't really care much for this. It started off pretty terrible and although it did get better, it didn't ever redeem itself, in my opinion.
Paul McCartney and Wings
3/5
This is a bit of my parent's music, but I enjoyed it.
Kate Bush
3/5
I kind of liked this. I'm just as surprised as you are.
Jimmy Smith
3/5
I enjoyed this quite a bit, although some of it gave me flashbacks of high school jazz band.
Frank Sinatra
3/5
Frank is very much hit or miss for me but this was not bad. I do like the song Girl From Ipanema but three versions of the same song seems a little overkill.
Talking Heads
3/5
Once in a Lifetime is a great song. The rest of it was good, but not great.
The Good, The Bad & The Queen
3/5
I am going to have to give this another listen because I just had it playing in the background while I worked and wasn't paying attention to which song was which. I did stop what I was doing once and thought, this song is really good. On the other hand, I stopped to think, this song is trash, more than once.
Or maybe I shouldn't waste any more time on this album and just go live my life.
Kraftwerk
4/5
Historically, this is pretty cool. By today's standards, the music is... good, but I cannot imagine what people thought listening to this almost 50 years ago.
Ice Cube
4/5
One of the better 90s rap albums on this list so far. Great energy. Great beats. The lyrics are still poignant for today's troubles and the anger is palpable.
Death In Vegas
3/5
This album was... strange but interesting and dark.
This would be a great listen to while high.
Cocteau Twins
3/5
Was this album in English? Maybe it was French.
The lack of clarity of the vocals did add to the dreamy soundscapes of a kind of relaxing, warm fog.
In my mind, this should create some sort of timeless feel, but it still sounds like the 90s. I don't know that if that is a good or a bad thing. It's just an observation. Good day.
Hole
3/5
First time hearing any of these songs, apart from the title track. This is the second Hole album that we've been dealt.
And based on the first album, this was so much better than I was expecting. Most definitely grungy but almost 90s pop at times.
The Killers
4/5
I mentally rolled my eyes when this popped up. This album was played. to. death. Not only by the radio but I played it to death too. I listened to his album hundreds of times. I saw them in concert. I understand that the second highest voted global comment is **vomits loudly**, but this album was overplayed for a reason.
Relistening to it front to back for the first-time in... a really long time, I was reminded how good it was. I especially enjoyed the lesser-known songs. Great debut album and most definitely deserves to be on this list.
Radiohead
3/5
I listened to this album twice yesterday, back to back. I never listened to Radiohead when all the cool kids were. Amnesiac is not as memorable as OK Computer or even Kid A, but in the end, it's mostly more of the same, yeah? That being said, I did really enjoy the jazz on the final track.
Bob Marley & The Wailers
3/5
Love me some reggae. And who is better than Bob and the Wailers? Nice way to spend an afternoon after a stressful morning.
The album was enjoyable, although the first half was better than the second half.
New Order
1/5
I tried but I couldn't take it and did not finish the album.
Emmylou Harris
3/5
This was fine. It reminded me of something my grandpa would listen to in the background, which is not a bad thing.
Fela Kuti
3/5
I really enjoyed this. Upbeat and happy while mostly being smooth and chill. I often find chanting in different types of music can become tiresome quickly, but they didn't overdo it on this album, which was nice.
The Police
3/5
I don't really understand the love for The Police.
Message in a Bottle does get stuck in my head though.
R.E.M.
4/5
This was way better than I was expecting. This is way ahead of its time, in a good way. About halfway through this album, I noticed that this was from 1983 and was shocked and impressed that it doesn't sound like 80s music. This is my new favorite R.E.M. album.
George Jones
3/5
I'm not a big country fan, new or classic, yet I seem to be exposed to it often. And then this reminded me of my grandpa, which felt nice this morning. The steel slide was prominent throughout and potentially related, the poor dude needed to learn how to stay in a relationship if it's going to break his heart so many times.
The White Stripes
5/5
I remember being blown away by this album. I had never heard anything like it before and loved every minute. Relistening for the first time in a while brought back some great memories but also reaffirmed that this is a great album.
Run-D.M.C.
3/5
I can appreciate that this paved the way for music as we know it today while still being very easy to listen to and enjoyed, even today. The first half of the album was much better than the second half, imo.
Booker T. & The MG's
4/5
This is such an iconic album. This truly changed music going forward. The organ felt a little overplayed by the end, but man those melodies are incredible.
Hugh Masekela
4/5
I really enjoyed this. A few times it sounded like the Conan Obrien band with emotional and exaggerated horns, which is not necessarily a bad thing. It just took me to a different space for those sections.
Regardless, albums like this, is exactly why I am doing this whole thing. I had never heard of and probably never would have heard of this album without this list.
The Smashing Pumpkins
3/5
Pulling up this this album kind of blew my mind a little bit. I've seen the album art loads of times. I've heard the singles for years, but I never realized they were part of a 2-hour long behemoth album. What a crazy thing to create.
As a whole, the album felt kind of like an entire night's sleep, with each song being a different dream. Some songs a quiet and peaceful, while others were chaotic and angry, just to dissolve into another whiny dream in another song.
Waking up at the end of the album, it all felt a little shallow and meaningless, but the experience was kind of cool.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2/5
I had never heard of Nick Cave prior to starting this listening project. This is something like the 5th album that we have been subjected to. Literally zero Nick Cave albums are good, but can you imagine the albums he made that didn't make this list? That being said, this is not his worse album that I've heard. Hopefully we've exhausted his albums on this list...
Really what I couldn't shake from while listening to this album was it sounded like Jason Segel's character from Forgetting Sarah Marshall, who wrote and performed a musical(s) in the voice of an exaggerated Dracula voice. A lot of this album sounded like that but it wasn't funny.
Fatboy Slim
3/5
Nice little trip down memory lane as this album has completely disappeared from the music landscape. You would think it would have more sticking power with all of the repetition. Having only heard the singles prior to this, I honestly did enjoy most of this album. It was good multitasking music.
Jeff Buckley
3/5
I was only familiar with Jeff Buckley's cover of Hallelujah prior to listening to this album. The album was good but kind of all over the place in genre and tone, while at the same time, maintaining emotionally charged mood throughout. After listening to the album, I was surprised to read that this is considered by some to be the best album of all time. I did go back and listen to a handful of songs with more intent, but still don't get it. This is solid three-star album for me.
Rage Against The Machine
5/5
I love pretty much everything about this album.
Haircut 100
3/5
This album is not great and I have no idea why it would be on this list BUT I didn't hate it. It was fun and upbeat and sounds better than most of the 80s music that other people love.
Morrissey
3/5
Not super familiar with Morrissy, I was pleasantly surprised by this album. It's not something that I will add to my rotation, but it was good and enjoyed by me.
Stevie Wonder
3/5
This album was really good but not great. I really enjoy Stevie Wonder and there is some amazing music on this album. To me, the transitions between songs and tone changes of those songs were not as smooth and silky as Stevie's voice.
Michael Jackson
2/5
I wonder if he had starting diddling children when this album came out.
The Dandy Warhols
3/5
I was pleasantly surprised by this album. Just the right amount of 90s flavor and then when it turned into an instrumental album, the vibe hit perfect for the focused work that I was doing in the moment. I might need to relisten to this at some point.
The Adverts
3/5
This was an English punk album.
Beastie Boys
4/5
This album is a banger. It's silly, fun, catchy, and full of nostalgia. Without ever sitting down to listen to the album front to back, the number of songs that I know is impressive.
The Doors
3/5
I'm not familiar enough with The Doors to hear them and immediately know them from their sound. Maybe because of that, I caught a bit of a bunch of other bands in there. Not saying it's a good or bad thing. Regardless, their hits are pretty great.
Steely Dan
3/5
This album was good. Some of it much better than the rest, but it's a solid album.
Jean-Michel Jarre
3/5
I didn't hate it. It was dramatic and interesting. Not something I would listen to other than through this project.
Beck
3/5
Beck is one of those artists who fly under radar for me. He has some truly great music that seems to be mostly underrated. He's so creative and unique.
First time listening to this album from front to back, it was pretty solid while being melancholy and overall depressing, which is kind of my jam if I'm being honest. I should listen to Beck more often.
Lost Cause is my favorite track.
David Crosby
3/5
This album was very chill and mellow. No complaints from me.
Ice Cube
3/5
This album was good but it doesn't hold up as well as other hiphop albums from the era.
Roxy Music
3/5
None all the songs are great but some of them are. Looking back, we've been dealt other Roxy Music albums that also enjoyed. Maybe I am a fan of this band.
The Temptations
3/5
This is not what I expected before starting this album. Coming from The Temptations, I am surprised to prefer the funkier, 70s style on this album verses the sound they are more famous for.
Massive Attack
2/5
I've enjoyed Massive Attack albums but this one was not one of them.
Beatles
4/5
I had written a well thought out review of this album but it didn't save. That makes me sad.
Django Django
3/5
This album was better than I expected it to be. I liked the upbeat sound and all that. The vocals were just okay.
Neu!
4/5
This was pretty good! Very relaxing for the first half. A bit of chaos in the second. Much like my typical day.