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| Album | You | Global | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Venus Volume 1 | 5 | 2.85 | +2.15 |
| Skylarking | 5 | 3.03 | +1.97 |
| Done By The Forces Of Nature | 5 | 3.04 | +1.96 |
| Eagles | 5 | 3.29 | +1.71 |
| Slippery When Wet | 5 | 3.29 | +1.71 |
| It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back | 5 | 3.37 | +1.63 |
| Ready To Die | 5 | 3.37 | +1.63 |
| Parklife | 5 | 3.38 | +1.62 |
| Doggystyle | 5 | 3.38 | +1.62 |
| The Village Green Preservation Society | 5 | 3.4 | +1.6 |
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| Album | You | Global | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Pleasures | 1 | 3.47 | -2.47 |
| Bossanova | 1 | 3.37 | -2.37 |
| Debut | 1 | 3.37 | -2.37 |
| Daydream Nation | 1 | 3.3 | -2.3 |
| Fever To Tell | 1 | 3.29 | -2.29 |
| Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables | 1 | 3.27 | -2.27 |
| Closer | 1 | 3.22 | -2.22 |
| Pink Flag | 1 | 3.21 | -2.21 |
| Rain Dogs | 1 | 3.2 | -2.2 |
| Third | 1 | 3.13 | -2.13 |
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| Artist | Albums | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Led Zeppelin | 5 | 4.6 |
| Jimi Hendrix | 3 | 5 |
| Eagles | 2 | 5 |
| XTC | 2 | 5 |
| Stevie Wonder | 4 | 4.25 |
| Johnny Cash | 3 | 4.33 |
| Bob Marley & The Wailers | 3 | 4.33 |
| Beastie Boys | 3 | 4.33 |
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| Artist | Albums | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Sonic Youth | 5 | 1.6 |
| Björk | 4 | 1.5 |
| Joy Division | 2 | 1 |
| Orbital | 2 | 1.5 |
| Kanye West | 2 | 1.5 |
| Lou Reed | 2 | 1.5 |
| My Bloody Valentine | 2 | 1.5 |
| Can | 2 | 1.5 |
| Sepultura | 2 | 1.5 |
| Pavement | 2 | 1.5 |
| Suede | 2 | 1.5 |
| Barry Adamson | 2 | 1.5 |
| Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band | 2 | 1.5 |
| Public Image Ltd. | 2 | 1.5 |
| The Jesus And Mary Chain | 2 | 1.5 |
| Brian Eno | 4 | 2 |
| Tom Waits | 4 | 2 |
| Kraftwerk | 3 | 2 |
| Echo And The Bunnymen | 3 | 2 |
| Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds | 3 | 2 |
| PJ Harvey | 3 | 2 |
| Roxy Music | 3 | 2 |
Controversial Artists
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| Artist | Ratings |
|---|---|
| Marvin Gaye | 2, 5, 4 |
| Pink Floyd | 5, 5, 4, 2 |
| Radiohead | 3, 4, 2, 2, 5 |
| Joni Mitchell | 3, 5, 4, 2 |
5-Star Albums (55)
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The Black Crowes
3/5
Black Crows hold a lot of strength in their work, this album is their first releasing in 1990 and rocks, standing as one of their best
1 likes
Belle & Sebastian
3/5
I enjoyed this one alright. Late 90's kinda chill acoustic hipstery sound.
1 likes
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
1/5
Sounds terrible and is not enjoyable but I feel like thats the point.
1 likes
Suede
1/5
I barely heard what this album as, just kinda drifted past without standout tones.
1 likes
The Residents
1/5
Ridiculous, just harsh sounding and frankly pretty spooky considering the season. Its good bad music if that makes sense.
1 likes
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The Cure
3/5
Familiar songs, Slower tempo, heartfelt tone, similar sound throughout.
The Jam
4/5
Blur
5/5
ABBA
4/5
Great vocal group, upbeat energy
The Smiths
3/5
Continuous sound throughout, enjoyed the vocals
The Kinks
5/5
More recognizable songs. Beetles-esque sound
The Byrds
4/5
Clearly influential
John Lee Hooker
4/5
Really enjoyed the blues style and pacing
Simon & Garfunkel
3/5
Enjoyable, recognizable, gotta be in there right mood
Talking Heads
4/5
Really enjoy the Talking Heads, great sound and energy
Radiohead
3/5
Very melancholy tones and distorted sound.
Jeff Buckley
3/5
Discordant songs and emotion is clear. Not necessarily stand out for my taste
Super Furry Animals
3/5
Diverse sounds, odd style, pretty good songs but nothing outlandishly good.
Little Richard
4/5
Classic sounds, similar across the album. Great get up
GZA
4/5
Very recognizable, grim sounds and great lyricism.
Grizzly Bear
3/5
One hit wonder
Slayer
4/5
Part of the big 4 for a reason. Love the energy, too fast to comprehend on 1 go
Sabu
3/5
Vibes a plenty, not much to go off of from my background
Elliott Smith
4/5
Melancholy tones, great composures
Eminem
4/5
I mean, what's there to say. It's Eminem. Clearly a standout and influential with his harsh style.
Nirvana
3/5
Some good songs but could not handle the yelling rough sounds
Jungle Brothers
5/5
Love the lyrics and style, clearly influential in the scene of hip hop/rap
Billy Joel
4/5
Billy Joel makes you feel good.
Parliament
5/5
Make my Funk the P-Funk! I truly love the funk
Amy Winehouse
3/5
Just kinda Amy doing her do
Aerosmith
3/5
Classic Rock and roll alright
De La Soul
4/5
Funky grooves
Stevie Wonder
4/5
Very long album, great hits but also meaningful soul throughout
Simply Red
3/5
Good storytelling
Neu!
3/5
So peaceful in the first half, then the vocals of the second half lost me a bit
Leonard Cohen
3/5
Nice guitar play style.
Frank Zappa
4/5
Love the jazzy rock sounds of this album, didn't need vocals
Jane's Addiction
4/5
Not sure why they are a 1 hit wonder, all of these songs are great!
The Flaming Lips
4/5
Really enjoyed the style and sound of this album
Sparks
3/5
Recognizable, good energy
Saint Etienne
3/5
Atmospheric tones
Stevie Wonder
5/5
Every song on this album is a hit. Great to relax to
The Who
3/5
Solid album, not totally my jam
The B-52's
3/5
I can only imagine what it was like to live in this era
Eagles
5/5
Love the blue grass feeling, this is right on for my idea of an easier classic rock
Throwing Muses
3/5
Soft Cell
3/5
One hit wonder
Cee Lo Green
4/5
I have gained more respect for Cee Lo
Buffalo Springfield
4/5
The Last Shadow Puppets
4/5
Love the singer
Eels
3/5
Kind of one hit for me, but I can dig their style.
Peter Frampton
4/5
Didn't know Peter had such intense rock, thought he was more of a chill guy. Good stuff.
The Police
5/5
I love the early Police
Wilco
3/5
This album didn't really stand out for me, but it was nice to listen to
OutKast
4/5
Love the composition of this album. Andre knows how to make the albums have feeling and entertain
The Roots
4/5
Clearly inspirational
The Isley Brothers
4/5
Loved this album, such good soul and composition
The War On Drugs
3/5
Pretty straight forward, decent to listen to but not stand out
The Youngbloods
3/5
Solid older album, not exactly standout to me
Sheryl Crow
2/5
Not a big Sherly Crow guy
Alexander 'Skip' Spence
1/5
Not really anything worth listening to for me
Daft Punk
2/5
I like Daft Punk but this is not the album to choose.
Oasis
3/5
Pretty good vibes going on. Certainly sounds like the 90's
Aerosmith
3/5
This is... and Aerosmith Album, not their finest I feel like, but solidly classic rock sounding.
Silver Jews
3/5
I don't think I really felt much on this one. Nice tones.
Elvis Presley
4/5
Elvis is real good. Love the feels he gives out
KISS
3/5
For me this blends into classic rock, good but not standout
The United States Of America
3/5
This is the late 60's. Some experimental sounds, mostly good but overall not my jam.
JAY Z
3/5
Jay Z is good but he's not my style
Tracy Chapman
3/5
Pretty solid, enjoyed his music for the most part
Marty Robbins
4/5
Great singing and guitar skills. Great storytelling
Leonard Cohen
3/5
Slow paced, decent sounding but didn't really do much for me
Portishead
3/5
Not sure what to make of this one
Blondie
3/5
Blondie is good rock, didn't do it all the way for me
Traffic
3/5
Solid turn from the 60's to the 70s
The Divine Comedy
3/5
Generally liked it, nothing too outstanding for me
Supergrass
3/5
90s sound alright
Lynyrd Skynyrd
4/5
Classic rock all day
Kendrick Lamar
4/5
Clear poetic influence and good tunes, love me some Kendrick
Incredible Bongo Band
4/5
I love this albums groove, a number of songs being reused and referenced in the future
Sonic Youth
2/5
A bit grungy, nothing that really spoke to me
Bob Dylan
3/5
Good Bob Dylan music, what are these lyrics?
Rod Stewart
3/5
Enjoyed the blue grass kind of feel
The Stranglers
2/5
About average
Nick Drake
4/5
Amazing themes and diverse sounds, would love to hear this again!
The Go-Betweens
2/5
About average
Norah Jones
3/5
Above average for her chill vibes and good voice.
Marvin Gaye
2/5
Good sounding, calm and cool. Not necessarily my thing
Kraftwerk
1/5
Wacky, didn't really like it but I can tell they were having a good time.
Fela Kuti
3/5
Good vibes and rhythms, sparked a revolution in Nigeria!
Steely Dan
4/5
Nostalgic tones, good sound and culturally relevant
Terence Trent D'Arby
2/5
Enjoyable, with a pair of recognizable songs.
Queens of the Stone Age
2/5
A little of heavier rock, didn't love it but about average overall
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
2/5
Neil isn't really my guy, but I think he did a good job with this garage rock style
Jorge Ben Jor
3/5
Quite enjoyed to funky African/Brazilian style. Gave me good vibes
ZZ Top
3/5
Right on Rock and roll from the early 70's. Great rhythms
Bee Gees
2/5
Decent set by the Bee Gees. Didn't rock my world but pleasant
Dolly Parton
3/5
You can feel the heart in these songs. This is good country.
Ministry
2/5
I mean, it was fairly decent heavy metal. Overall pretty average
Orbital
1/5
Perhaps valuable in its own right, but not my thing and very odd.
Massive Attack
2/5
Solid ambient tracks, nothing that blew me away
John Martyn
2/5
Pretty average sounding album by my standards
Billie Holiday
3/5
Lovely voice and tunes from our older days.
Tears For Fears
3/5
Enjoyable and had some clear hits!
Rage Against The Machine
3/5
This album stands tall with its influence. Love their hard spirit.
4/5
A staple to the Yes Legacy and Prog Rock as a whole, but another Yes album has my heart and its legacy is not pervasively appreciated.
Various Artists
3/5
Honestly some of the definitive versions of Christmas songs all on one track very impressive influentially.
Lorde
2/5
I think Lorde does a great job capturing the
era of this album. Impressed it made this list in 2017.
David Bowie
3/5
I think this was great but I feel like Bowie's best is elsewhere
AC/DC
5/5
AC/DC for me may be the quintessential rock band
John Cale
2/5
Good easy listening, nothing too special for me
Fugees
4/5
Fugees are on it
Ute Lemper
1/5
No thanks.
The Prodigy
2/5
You can feel the early forms of electronic music
Air
3/5
Love the downtempo style, noted as setting the stage for this genre
Boards of Canada
2/5
Ambient and odd, but again started something new
Bob Dylan
3/5
Lots of storytelling and emotion
Antony and the Johnsons
3/5
You can hear the emotion
Led Zeppelin
5/5
As good as it gets. Legendary
Aimee Mann
2/5
Good tunes, can feel her story telling
The Byrds
3/5
Byrds come together nicely on this one. Real pleasant but the best is yet to come
The Yardbirds
3/5
Older sound but good tunes
U2
4/5
Really enjoyed the way this album came together. Definitely some hits
Big Star
3/5
Not much to outwardly mention but I feel lie this was slightly above average
Johnny Cash
5/5
Great album and just so cool to have done this
Judas Priest
3/5
Great way to kick off 80's metal!
Janelle Monáe
4/5
Love the grooves and the storytelling is nice. Composure and production are great!
The Undertones
2/5
Fun kind of English rock
Van Halen
4/5
Rocked the house!
Sufjan Stevens
3/5
Weird but beautiful, recognized a few songs
John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
3/5
Living and loving the blues here.
Adam & The Ants
2/5
Definitely sounded not good but points for hitting some tracks in a XTC sound
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
Bruce doesn't exactly speak to me but the narrative arcs and spirit of rock live strong in his music
Kanye West
2/5
Its Kanye so I can't say I really like it, but I can see the value.
Anthrax
3/5
Great sounding and full of thrash
Wu-Tang Clan
5/5
One of the best Hip Hop Albums there is
Michael Jackson
4/5
Top tier Michael Jackson
The Birthday Party
1/5
Can't handle the punk on this one
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
3/5
Loved the Blue Grass sounds and breakdowns were very impressive
3/5
Enjoyable but nothing that really captured me.
Simple Minds
2/5
This is the early 80's alright, didn't necessarily stand out for me.
Guided By Voices
2/5
Not bad but just kinda dull and disjointed.
Wilco
3/5
Definitely enjoyed this album, good vibes throughout.
Pulp
2/5
Pretty good to listen to, not as harsh as I was expecting from the name.
Emmylou Harris
2/5
Nice enough, nothing that struck me.
Carpenters
4/5
Excellent vocals, recognizable and enjoyable all the way through
Kate Bush
3/5
I mean yea its high quality but doesn't really do it for my taste
Turbonegro
3/5
Dig the funny rock
Primal Scream
3/5
Better than expected, nice and pleasant
David Bowie
3/5
Enjoyable Bowie
James Brown
4/5
James Brown the legend in action. The Live aspect keeps it real. Nearly a 5 star for me but just shy.
Queen
3/5
Strong 3, enjoyable development of their style
Killing Joke
1/5
Didnt enjoy, it wasnt terrible, but just not really that good for me.
New Order
2/5
Pleasant 80's sound
Garbage
2/5
Decent 90s jams
Megadeth
3/5
Loves the rock!
The The
4/5
Actually really enjoyed! 80s sound and meaningful
Joni Mitchell
3/5
Love her voice and the songs really speak.
Bob Dylan
4/5
Dylan hitting his stride
Frank Ocean
2/5
He has the heart for it, I just don't really go for it myself
Lauryn Hill
2/5
Enjoyable but didn't really hit hard for me
Beth Orton
2/5
Nice enough sound
Van Morrison
4/5
Love this album, so much soul and captures so much. Nearly a 5 for me
Shuggie Otis
3/5
Pretty great funky and atmospheric. Side two was a different feel but also good.
Manu Chao
3/5
Enjoyable sounds and rhythms
Radiohead
4/5
Recognizable value and enjoyable
Pretenders
3/5
Love the pretenders, this album hold strong as a start to the 80's
George Michael
3/5
Some good hits and late 80's vibes, clear inspiration from Jackson.
Sinead O'Connor
2/5
Decent sounding album
Supergrass
3/5
A good time in sound
Genesis
4/5
Love Genesis and this album is great!
Yes
4/5
Its a Yes from me dog
Germs
1/5
Not really loving the Punk, but you could tell they were
Tim Buckley
2/5
Solid late 60's
Lou Reed
1/5
Not my jam
The Pharcyde
3/5
Excited to have finally listened to this album, iconic and enjoyable.
Bad Company
3/5
Enjoyable classic rock
Curtis Mayfield
4/5
Strong 4, love the breakthrough funk
Queen
4/5
Queen at their brightest
Bobby Womack
3/5
Groovy and enjoyable
Green Day
4/5
A real banger of its day
Iron Maiden
3/5
Enjoyably rockin
Public Enemy
5/5
Most influential rap album of all time
The Cramps
1/5
Honestly kinda good tunes but really garage rock sound to it which was hard to listen to.
Fatboy Slim
4/5
Epic from start to finish
Hawkwind
2/5
psych rock style
Joy Division
1/5
Not a fan
Eminem
3/5
Slim Shady knows
Röyksopp
3/5
Enjoyable tunes with some recognized
Run-D.M.C.
3/5
Run opened up a new age of Hip Hop
The Magnetic Fields
1/5
This was rough to make it all the way through
Steely Dan
3/5
Really enjoyed some songs but some didnt stick
Beatles
3/5
Good but clearly the Beatles have more in store
UB40
3/5
Surprisingly enjoyable
The Young Gods
1/5
This aint it
TLC
3/5
Chillin and enjoyable
3/5
Actually enjoyed this album more than expected
Sly & The Family Stone
3/5
Inspirational, jamin.
Queen Latifah
3/5
The Queen does great work
Everything But The Girl
3/5
Enjoyable progression of electronic music
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
4/5
Costello killin it
Dead Kennedys
1/5
Not something I'd listen to again
Led Zeppelin
4/5
Outstanding but they refine further
Alice Cooper
3/5
Good rock
Def Leppard
4/5
Rock it!
Astrud Gilberto
4/5
Amazing voice and talent
Morrissey
3/5
Good tunes throughout
Jane's Addiction
3/5
Good stuff
The Who
3/5
Encompassing the sound of 1965, but better awaits them
Aphex Twin
3/5
Holds up pretty well as an ambient album
Genesis
3/5
Enjoyable for my taste but not standout to me
Led Zeppelin
5/5
This does it right here
Violent Femmes
2/5
Not really a fan of VF but some good tracks
Louis Prima
3/5
Love the older tunes
The Smashing Pumpkins
5/5
Excellent piece of work. Influential and beautiful
Charles Mingus
3/5
Enjoyable Jazz
The Cardigans
4/5
Enjoyed it a lot
Kacey Musgraves
1/5
Not for me
Keith Jarrett
2/5
Calming I guess
My Bloody Valentine
2/5
Nothing too notable for me
Grant Lee Buffalo
3/5
Pretty solid
Creedence Clearwater Revival
4/5
Just so readily enjoyable
Gene Clark
3/5
Nice mellow soundscape
Jack White
3/5
Enjoyable for me, but didn't reach the next level.
Ice T
3/5
Better than expected
Radiohead
2/5
Pretty good
Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
2/5
Decent but not noteworthy to me
Brian Wilson
3/5
Love the beach boy's sounds
Joni Mitchell
5/5
Exceptional and beautiful
New Order
2/5
Not memorable
Nanci Griffith
2/5
Pretty good but not standout to my taste
Led Zeppelin
4/5
Hard to ever fault Zep
The Only Ones
2/5
Decent at times but not notable
Little Simz
4/5
Surprised and delighted with this awesome artist
Miriam Makeba
2/5
Enjoyable global music
Wild Beasts
2/5
Didn't stand out to me, not bad though
Beach House
3/5
Enjoyable chill vibes
Brian Eno
3/5
Progressive and good sounding. Rounded up to a three
Sarah Vaughan
3/5
Love the older style
Jane Weaver
2/5
A little odd but not bad
Mike Oldfield
2/5
Interesting tunes
Pixies
1/5
Another yelly band that didnt do it for me
Milton Nascimento
2/5
Good going, nothing that grabbed me
Billy Bragg
2/5
Pretty good id say, nothing spectacular but I kinda liked it
Dire Straits
4/5
Excellent album, almost a 5 for me
Coldplay
3/5
Yea coldplay
Beck
4/5
Beck finest album
3/5
Great grooves for the time
Leonard Cohen
2/5
Not my style, kinda all sounds the same throughout but meaningful work.
Laibach
1/5
Not for me
Q-Tip
3/5
Really enjoyed this
Dire Straits
3/5
Didn't know how much I enjoyed the Dire Straits
The Stooges
2/5
Good enough sound but the lyrics were pretty bad
Talking Heads
3/5
Significant yes but perhaps not consistently good throughout
Dexys Midnight Runners
2/5
perfectly decent
Ray Charles
4/5
Loved the sound of this album though critics make some good points
Simon & Garfunkel
3/5
Enjoyably chill
Björk
1/5
No thanks
Black Sabbath
3/5
wicked and good to experience
Amy Winehouse
4/5
Incredibly iconic, Soulfully delivered
The Avalanches
4/5
Great album, love the sampling style
a-ha
3/5
Pretty good to hear other songs on this album
Arcade Fire
2/5
Pretty good actually
Yes
4/5
Freakin sweet!
Sebadoh
1/5
Didnt do it for me but better than terrible
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
2/5
Honestly pretty enjoyably
The Doors
4/5
Really outstanding album, especially for the time
Cocteau Twins
3/5
I actually quite enjoyed this one, almost a 4 for me
Van Morrison
3/5
Really enjoy Morrison's sound
Stan Getz
3/5
Chillin and enjoyable
Ian Dury
4/5
Actually really like this one because of my Dad
Spacemen 3
1/5
Not really much to note here
Janet Jackson
2/5
Solid and made statements
Deep Purple
3/5
Rock in a pure form
Adele
3/5
Adele makes bangers
Miles Davis
3/5
Calming and classic
Fleetwood Mac
3/5
Pretty good
Supertramp
4/5
Actually really nicely composed album
Joan Armatrading
3/5
Really pleasant
Solange
2/5
Good album, but not for me
The Rolling Stones
4/5
Rolling stones for a reason
Britney Spears
2/5
I didn't dislike it
William Orbit
2/5
What even
The Who
3/5
Not incredible fan, but good nonetheless
Stereo MC's
4/5
Really enjoyed this one!
Rod Stewart
4/5
A Great album for sure!
Digital Underground
3/5
Solid album from these guys
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
3/5
Not all that groundbreaking for me
Brian Eno
2/5
Very... eccentric sounding...
Pixies
3/5
A little rough but got into a good groove there
Elton John
4/5
Honestly, really great piece of work
Lucinda Williams
3/5
Good album, surprised to see its commercial success
Stan Getz
4/5
Pleasant and high quality
Peter Gabriel
2/5
Peter Gabriel just doing his do, nothing too noteworthy to me
Red Hot Chili Peppers
4/5
Chili's do it right on this one, kick off the 90's with strong alt rock
Bill Callahan
4/5
Enjoyable voice and a good time
The 13th Floor Elevators
2/5
Not enjoyable but not too bad
Paul Simon
3/5
Enjoyed the Paul Simon style but only his hits rang out
Can
2/5
Not too special but pretty decent at times
Radiohead
2/5
They just kinda softly sing about something, IDK, sounds alright
Richard Hawley
2/5
Decent enough
Van Halen
5/5
Essence of rock
k.d. lang
3/5
Enjoyable songs of heartbreak
John Lennon
2/5
Yea I mean ok
Bruce Springsteen
4/5
Its obviously really good, but I cant say I am into it much
The Jam
2/5
Pretty standard album, sounded good
Funkadelic
4/5
Love the funk
Mott The Hoople
3/5
Pretty enjoyable actually
Creedence Clearwater Revival
4/5
Outstanding Album
Michael Jackson
3/5
Funky and hard to predict the release date
Dolly Parton
3/5
Dolly is great, I am not a crazy fan though
Prince
4/5
Incredibly culturally significant but not all the way up my alley.
Nirvana
5/5
Voice of a generation
Fishbone
2/5
Interesting styles
Ice Cube
2/5
Ice Cube spits it but it doesnt grab me like other albums
Metallica
4/5
Wish I could give a 9 here, fantastic album
Red Hot Chili Peppers
3/5
I should like this more but I don't. Great pieces of music though
The Pretty Things
3/5
Nicely enjoyable
The Who
5/5
I think this is a 5 album. Pretty much perfect rock alum and incredibly iconic
John Coltrane
3/5
Jazzy and enjoyable
Slipknot
3/5
Honestly not bad
Erykah Badu
2/5
Overall enjoyable
Os Mutantes
2/5
Relatively enjoyable
Echo And The Bunnymen
2/5
Decent sounding but nothing special to me
Cowboy Junkies
3/5
Really chill and easy listening. Nice vocals
Björk
1/5
Not a fan of Bjork, wasnt that bad per se just not my taste
The Temptations
4/5
Loved the groove and clearly full of hits from their time
Jacques Brel
2/5
Perfectly enjoyable, hard to judge
Talking Heads
3/5
Enjoyable bc of talking heads but didnt really stand out too much.
Jeff Beck
3/5
Really enjoyable Blues Rock album
Echo And The Bunnymen
2/5
Nothing too special for me
Frank Sinatra
5/5
When you know almost every word to every song and you were raised on it, its a 5
David Bowie
3/5
Enjoyable but didn't have any of the big hits. Bowie occupies the sound of the times well here for '71
The Electric Prunes
2/5
Interesting style but didn't land well
Brian Eno
2/5
I guess this was significant at the time. The ambient genre is something that requires the right mood. But it was good for what it was I suppose
Rush
4/5
Great album, really enjoy the prog rock
5/5
A freaking experience. The soundscapes and themes covered make this a masterpiece from U2
D'Angelo
3/5
Its not my style of music but it sounds really good and has a withstanding legacy.
Belle & Sebastian
3/5
Enjoyable tunes and relatively diverse sounds
Sam Cooke
3/5
He was jamin and having a good ol time
Marianne Faithfull
3/5
Pretty enjoyable sound with harsher tones and subject matter but a notable breakout for Marianne Faithful
Patti Smith
3/5
Solid rockin vibes and emotion packed in
Badly Drawn Boy
3/5
Really pleasant album that I enjoyed
The Gun Club
2/5
Unexpected but nothing too great for me
Megadeth
3/5
This album is dope and slays. Close to a 4 star for me
Harry Nilsson
3/5
Pretty enjoyable and fun sounding
1/5
Dislike. Very harsh and discordant to make a point.
The Offspring
4/5
Im giving this a 4, I really like this album and knew many of the songs. Seems to have a withstanding legacy but its overall rating doesn't stand up to the bog players apparently.
The xx
4/5
Really enjoy this album, so chill and full of story and emotion
Cocteau Twins
2/5
Didn't really enjoy it but not a bad thing I suppose
Kanye West
1/5
I dislike the music and the artist. There might be redeeming qualities to the statements on society and the production but I just cant do it.
Shack
2/5
enjoyable but nothing spectacular
Aretha Franklin
4/5
Iconic and withstanding talent
Public Enemy
3/5
Love the sampling style and commentary
Ice Cube
3/5
Ice Cube crafts some great songs. Really enjoyed the theme and lyrical composition.
Arcade Fire
3/5
Some great tracks and I enjoy their alt rock style
The Lemonheads
4/5
Love the casual kind of rock sound, jammin out and telling stories
Morrissey
2/5
Its Morrissey alright, but what is he on about?
M.I.A.
2/5
I can't say I enjoyed most of this album from the way it sounded but I see her style
Santana
4/5
Really enjoyable and iconic
The Style Council
3/5
Actually really run album, different styles and good grooves
Jah Wobble's Invaders Of The Heart
3/5
Its like if Indian singers sung in Spanish, pretty solid actually
Fela Kuti
3/5
This was immediately fun and funky. I enjoyed the soul and vibe
My Bloody Valentine
1/5
Didn't enjoy this one at all, but its was alright
Gotan Project
3/5
Quite enjoyable
Talking Heads
3/5
It had some good tracks that I enjoyed
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
4/5
Excellent early rock with cheerful melodies
Joni Mitchell
4/5
Joni is a gem, excellent production
Eurythmics
2/5
Very much 80's, interesting style throughout
AC/DC
3/5
AC/DC rocks, this album doesn't break out for me though. Still very enjoyably
Paul Revere & The Raiders
2/5
It had a good groove to it. Nothing that wowed me
George Jones
3/5
Enjoyable country music by my tastes!
Joy Division
1/5
Didn't do anything for me. It was ok, but still didn't enjoy it.
The Cure
2/5
Its the cure, but I wasn't necessarily loving it
The Clash
5/5
Post punk rock evolution with style and grace. Incredibly highly rated for a good reason.
Marvin Gaye
5/5
It was just so influential, I enjoyed it quite well, but its the significance that takes it all the way.
Scott Walker
3/5
Enjoyable sounding album, good singer
Mudhoney
3/5
Rough but influential sound. Relatively enjoyable for me
3/5
Really enjoyable singing
Nine Inch Nails
3/5
It has a deep feel and operates at a high level but it doesn't' speak to me personally
Haircut 100
4/5
Actually reeeeally liked this one. So many good grooves!
The Doors
3/5
An enjoyable blues rock album by the Doors
Guns N' Roses
5/5
I think this album is particularly standout and occupied a huge and enduring space in the rock scene
Pink Floyd
5/5
Iconic and really good. I enjoyed re-listening this time and betting a better feel for the plot of this rock opera.
Nina Simone
4/5
Really love her vocal style and heart. It comes through really well in this album.
Lambchop
3/5
Enjoyable style wasn't sure how to place this
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
Hendrix build a legend with his talent and soul. This album is a testament to his legacy.
The Libertines
3/5
Enjoyable sound profile consistently throughout.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
1/5
Mostly not my style and more harsh
Queen
3/5
This album didn't exactly elevate Queen in my mind, I did enjoy their style a good bit here but it didn't have the hits I wanted
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
2/5
Couldnt find the whole album but lots of good spirited sound
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2/5
Nice storytelling and tones throughout, but didnt keep my interest much
Orbital
2/5
Interesting early electronic music, strange vibe
Pearl Jam
4/5
I think Peral Jam figured out what works for them and leaned into it, Songs all sound similar but are iconically rockful
Baaba Maal
3/5
Enjoyable soulful vibes of which I have no idea
Soundgarden
4/5
Great exploration into the realm of 1994's rock/metal. Really enjoyed hearing more of Soundgarden than just their main hits.
Kendrick Lamar
4/5
Right where it counts, excellence from Kendrick
Femi Kuti
3/5
Really good energy and sound
Butthole Surfers
1/5
I just could not handle listening to this one the whole time. Ouch
The Charlatans
3/5
Surprisingly pretty good, nice diverse sound
Sigur Rós
3/5
Better than I would have expected. Very chill and a bid dreary
Prefab Sprout
4/5
Really enjoyable tracks with relaxing melodies.
The White Stripes
3/5
Some great hits on the album, it didn't quite break through for me though
Adele
3/5
Its got a bunch of hits and Adele is really talented
PJ Harvey
2/5
Pretty average sounding album, didnt stand out to my interests.
Mariah Carey
3/5
Mariah has a beautiful voice but is more chilled in this album. Pleasant listen
Beck
4/5
Some great tracks and an overall staple to the Beck legacy.
David Bowie
3/5
Pretty good sounding short album, nothing necessarily broke my ground.
Willie Nelson
4/5
Really heartfelt and sweet sounding
TV On The Radio
3/5
Good compositions and one recognizable hit.
Jimmy Smith
3/5
Really enjoyable grooves from the 60's
Cypress Hill
2/5
It had its time but doesnt stand up for my style or the times. But not bad!
Roxy Music
2/5
Not great for me, relatively hard to listen to but some good tracks
Happy Mondays
2/5
Not necessarily memorable
The Kinks
3/5
They sound right on point for the time
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2/5
Can't take him seriously. None of the songs were enjoyable, more of a narrative album telling a story over soft backdrop.
T. Rex
2/5
Didn't feel this one. Almost marked down to a 1
CHIC
4/5
Disco for a lifetime!
Sepultura
2/5
Loud and powerful
Missy Elliott
4/5
Strongly influential at the time, loved the production and smooth raps on top
King Crimson
5/5
Ushering in a new style of art in Prog rock. Another incredible addition to the 1969 Lineup.
Iron Maiden
4/5
I actually really enjoyed the rocking on this album, would love to hear more of this early hard rock style
Faust
2/5
Honestly pretty good for the time.
The Beta Band
3/5
Pretty interesting sounding for their experimental design. Positive disposition.
Robert Wyatt
2/5
Not really good sounding, but interesting for the time I suppose
Skunk Anansie
2/5
Not as chill as I would have hoped
Bob Marley & The Wailers
5/5
Peak performance by the group and the work that solidified their legacy.
The Monkees
3/5
Enjoyed the early rocking sounds
David Bowie
3/5
Positive rating but without standout sound
Leftfield
3/5
Pretty good actually even for the time, they laid down some good clubbin kinda dance music
Quicksilver Messenger Service
2/5
Decent quality of sound, but not really remarkable
N.W.A.
5/5
Iconic and era-building
The Killers
4/5
Really iconic and a lot of hits on this one album, I can't in good faith go any higher
Pavement
2/5
Enjoyable strumming and mood to it, didnt stand out to me
Richard Thompson
3/5
Good style and enjoyable melodies
Christina Aguilera
3/5
Strong 3, I actually enjoyed this album which is cool
Pet Shop Boys
2/5
A bit whacky but pretty decent
The Sensational Alex Harvey Band
1/5
Admittedly musically talented but I could not jive with the subjects of most of the songs
The Afghan Whigs
1/5
Didn't do anything for me, not bad necessarily
Blood, Sweat & Tears
3/5
Pretty enjoyable, older sounding but well composed in bigger band style
Neil Young
3/5
Neil just singin and such, not bad
Magazine
2/5
Nothing too notable, a little punkish
Air
3/5
Pretty cool actually, interesting sounding and enjoyable
Madonna
2/5
Sounded alright, I suppose I am glad to have given Madonna a listen but not my style
The Byrds
2/5
Standards late 60's groovin
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
2/5
Early 80's vibes but nothing that jumped out
George Michael
3/5
Oh yea this guy, he is very faithy a feels really high on himself. But he crafts a good vibe with his songs
John Martyn
4/5
Enjoyable intersection of sound and style, heartfelt and enjoyable
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
Pleasant sounding album, not the typical overindulged sound that puts me off from Bruce
The Band
3/5
Enjoyed the callback themes and another good entry for 1969 but didn't break through for me
Suede
2/5
Parallels to The Smiths. I did enjoy the vocal and guitar harmonies
Khaled
3/5
More enjoyable than expected. Definitely Arabian music
Frank Black
1/5
Didn't enjoy it, at times it was alright but mostly just mad yelling sounding
Ms. Dynamite
2/5
Enjoyable tunes from this artist I hadn't heard of. Solid R&B style from English singer/rapper
Pet Shop Boys
2/5
I think they did well for their style but it didn't speak to me. Nice use of early 90's electronic though
Fats Domino
3/5
Strong 50's showing from Fats, endearing voice and songs.
Mylo
4/5
Enjoyable and iconic 2004 electronic dance music
Jamiroquai
3/5
Enjoyed the funk and rock throughout
Pink Floyd
5/5
Perhaps the most iconic album, enjoyable and rich
Chicago
4/5
Loved the raw rock and great sounds of this 1969 ringer!
Kings of Leon
3/5
A pair of hit songs, good to hear some other tracks on this album
Sleater-Kinney
1/5
Not really much audibly diverse on this one, rough sounding
Metallica
4/5
Fantastic composition and incredible lineup. Just a wonderful piece of art
Traffic
3/5
A fitting album for the year '68. Good sounding but not outlandish
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
Debut Jimi album, smashing into a new genre and songs that stand the test of time as masterpieces
Aretha Franklin
5/5
Incredible vocals from an legendary artist. Influential and outstanding
2/5
Modestly interesting style and sound, clear influence from Bowie
The Vines
3/5
Pretty good balance of energy and quality. A little intense but easy enough to handle
Ali Farka Touré
2/5
Good composition of music and emotion for the African style.
Pavement
1/5
A little harsh sounding but more tolerable than some
Television
3/5
Some familiar tunes and a good vibe throughout
Bon Jovi
5/5
Iconic and enduring. Took the late 80's by storm and encompassed the vibe of rock at the time.
Alice Cooper
3/5
High 3 star, more enjoyable than I realized and fittingly interesting for the turn into the 70's
Morrissey
3/5
Morrissey steps out on this album from his Smiths group and performs well. I sill can't get too hyped on the style but it is enjoyable.
Tim Buckley
3/5
Early 70's again, Tim Buckley tried another mix of style and the mix was ejoyable early kind of R&B
Carole King
5/5
Carole King is a powerhouse of musical talent and busted free into her solo career with this '71 album. Heartfelt, beautiful vocals and composition
Dr. John
2/5
Dr John laid it out an did spread his soul
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
3/5
Costello is very talented at telling a story, setting a scene. He has stronger albums but this one does well
Depeche Mode
2/5
Sounds like Morrissey but interesting set of soundscaped arranged to fit the late 80's electric
Blur
3/5
Has a few hits and the band developed later to make more impact
American Music Club
2/5
It had an interesting composition but mostly didn't stick
Fairport Convention
2/5
It was an older style with a folky sound. Nothing that blew me away.
Duke Ellington
4/5
A captured portion of Jazz from and incredible musician. Historically significant and a good time to listen through.
Eric Clapton
3/5
Great sounding folky 70's album with commercial success
The Mothers Of Invention
3/5
Creative vision from Zappa, catchy yet satirical. I can't say I love the sound but its cultural significance and execution is strong
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
4/5
Really enjoyed the composition and prog rock sound that sounds familiar.
Ryan Adams
4/5
I can understand what he meant by making a modern classic. Sounds significant and has a great vocal performance. Not exactly my country-ish style but good album
Buena Vista Social Club
3/5
Best selling world music album and inducted into the library of congress. Sounded mostly like any other Spanish album but to the trained ear, likely much better
Snoop Dogg
5/5
Its iconic and I love it through and through. Peeking the 90's rap scene and establishing G Funk
Ella Fitzgerald
3/5
Clearly a beautiful and influential singer. Enjoyed this combination of her tracks
Blue Cheer
1/5
They seems a little strong on the guitars for 68, didn't love their style
Gene Clark
2/5
Folky sound and pleasant songs
Johnny Cash
4/5
Lovely covers of classic songs. Johnny sinks his heart into them
The Beau Brummels
3/5
Folk pop from the late 60's was pretty good to listen to but nothing outstanding
Cream
4/5
Growth of Clapton and really hits the core rock of the time. The sound is rugged and paves the way for rock in the 70's
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
Raw Expression from Bruce, but I still can't get into his feel.
Aerosmith
4/5
Aerosmith rocking the house and being a force of 70's rock. Their best album
R.E.M.
4/5
Debut album for REM, I know almost every song and really enjoy the style
Beastie Boys
4/5
Nearly a 5 for me, this album is a party and a sampling heaven bringing forth a new level of sound to the time. It released in '89 but was helped usher in that new decade.
The Flaming Lips
3/5
Enjoyable kind of dream -like atmosphere.
The Verve
2/5
One hit and then fizzled out for the most part. Sounds like late 90's though
3/5
Pretty good 2000 kind of more refined punkish rock. Enjoyed a little more than average but barely a three for me
Spiritualized
3/5
Mystical and atmospheric. Enjoyed some calming tunes
Radiohead
5/5
I really enjoyed listening through this album. Every song is iconic and dives into purpose and melancholy sound. Drove a turning point in late 90's British music
3/5
Interested mashed up styles for the 70's. More enjoyable than I expected but never broke through
Moby Grape
2/5
Sounds right on par for 1967, probably couldn't recognize it if I heard it.
Suede
1/5
I barely heard what this album as, just kinda drifted past without standout tones.
Frank Sinatra
3/5
Certainly enjoyable but as an album didnt break through as outstanding.
Donovan
4/5
Influenced the start of Psych rock and set the stage for the Beatles. I think it is underrated by others. But It doesn't quite reach my 5star
Common
3/5
Enjoyable tunes and well produced
Count Basie & His Orchestra
3/5
Really enjoyed the big band, hard to rank it by comparison with everything else
PJ Harvey
1/5
Im not into this punky 1990's groaning, but she keeps making it on this list.
Klaxons
2/5
Had a bit of groove going but didnt stand out
Neil Young
4/5
I really enjoyed this album and I know there is more to it if I dissected it. Easy to pick it as a 4 but it doesn't meet my 5 criteria, perhaps I should investigate more early 70's folk
Dizzee Rascal
4/5
Dizzy has a lot of skill. It was great to hear this album and get the perspective
Roxy Music
2/5
Really whacky style but catch some traction at times. One hit.
Cyndi Lauper
4/5
Incredibly iconic 80's vibes
Alanis Morissette
5/5
This is another decade maker. Its a beautiful collection of narrative, distinct and catchy vocals and the backing of a great sound core.
Doves
3/5
Really good three for me, enjoyed the chill kind of spacey vibes to each song
Jerry Lee Lewis
2/5
Really hit into Rock and roll of the late 50's and had some hits. But overall, dude was a creep
Randy Newman
2/5
Toy story singer was pretty good but not my type
Paul Simon
3/5
Enjoyable chill early 70's album, others would exceed this
The Coral
4/5
Actually quite enjoyed this fun style, rockish but not too serious.
Dr. Dre
4/5
Iconic and really shows how Snoop came to be
Deerhunter
3/5
Strong 3, a few standout songs that I enjoy already in the 2010 indy vibe
2/5
Ahead of its time in punk rock, but not enjoyable by my standards
Marvin Gaye
4/5
Definitively sexy album, strong performance by an amazing artist, vocals and funky rhythm stand up over time.
Run-D.M.C.
5/5
Extremely significant to Hip Hop, some tracks hold up. bringing forth the golden era of Hip Hop and onto the main stage.
Sex Pistols
5/5
English Punk incarnate. Interesting sound and oddly palatable considering. Incredibly influential and exceptional
Beastie Boys
4/5
This is a high 4, it still stands up and rocks the house
Meat Puppets
3/5
Surprisingly alright, some songs worth listening to again
Dirty Projectors
3/5
Strange and interesting but good sounding! Strong 3, would listen to this again
Bonnie "Prince" Billy
2/5
It wasn't bad but didnt give me much to work with
Joe Ely
3/5
Pretty enjoyable country actually
Machito
4/5
Really love the big band style and this made me groove
Sonic Youth
1/5
Did not enjoy, bunch of whiney grindy sounds
Basement Jaxx
2/5
Pretty good for the late 90's of electronic music but kinda trailed off for the second half of the album
Cheap Trick
3/5
Pretty good to listen through, it has some hits and made a good impact. It doesn't reach that next level of enjoyment for me.
Leonard Cohen
2/5
Can't say I'm a fan but the guy has a nice voice and spans many decades
The Byrds
3/5
The Byrds are underrated and they display their talent here with the southern style. Nicely put together
Black Sabbath
4/5
Ground Breaking album that set the stage for metal to come. Enjoyable and iconic
Sugar
3/5
Pretty good sound throughout, enjoyed the kinda softer rock jaming
N.E.R.D
3/5
Pretty enjoyable style, would consider listing to more of them
Rush
4/5
Incredible soundscapes created and Prog rock intensified. Drumming on fire. Really enjoyed the full album experience
Portishead
1/5
I suppose there was some concept they were going for, but I didnt enjoy it.
Everything But The Girl
3/5
Enjoyed the softer late 80's sound style
Goldfrapp
2/5
Strange and focused on this opera electronicky sound
Prince
2/5
Very much Prince, but otherwise didn't stand out or give me any major hits
LTJ Bukem
3/5
Enjoyable ambient drum and bass electric style
Bee Gees
2/5
Beegees sounding album without specific standout
Pentangle
2/5
Pretty good sounding late 60's music but again, did not stand out
Dion
2/5
I can appreciate the older mid 70's style but it did not break through for me
Beatles
3/5
Pretty quick and simple, some good tracks of that love and touring performance vibe.
The Fall
2/5
Decent early electronic beats, then just some guy saying random things over it
Barry Adamson
2/5
Some background chillin and some oddities
Throbbing Gristle
1/5
Worst album I have ever heard but I suppose it was from the late 70s which was unique
ABBA
3/5
Enjoyable mid 80s with dancing queen
Nitin Sawhney
4/5
Definitely enjoyed this Indian album, nuclear testing references and beautiful singing and style
The KLF
3/5
Enjoyed the kind of rapping electronic 90's style
LCD Soundsystem
3/5
Enjoyable variations in sound. Pretty good.
Joni Mitchell
2/5
I quite enjoy Joni but this album didn't quite hit like her others
Motörhead
3/5
Foundational Speed metal, biker metal sound. Pre-Punk metal, good sound and some hits came through
Stevie Wonder
4/5
Major hits and culminated talent. Firmly enjoyed this one and Stevie plays almost every instrument on it.
Gang Starr
3/5
Enjoyed the lyrics and style throughout, nothing particularly clenched me though
The Blue Nile
2/5
Not particularly interesting sound to me. Mostly ambient synth pop from the mid 80's
The Smiths
2/5
Its the Smiths, I generally enjoy their sound but it didn't stand out for me
Bob Marley & The Wailers
4/5
Very fine reggae album, one good hit, but mostly just vibes. Clear meaning in the songs that give this album depth
Tangerine Dream
2/5
For the early 70's this electronic music was doing something alright, not really my vibe though
Bert Jansch
4/5
Really enjoyed the softer acoustic sounds and the soulful energy that comes through
Elvis Costello
2/5
Pretty standard Costello for me, didn't push above
The Undertones
2/5
Pop English rock music that sounds like it was close to making a splash but not quite
The Hives
3/5
Decent garage rock sound was energetic and generally good
Fairport Convention
3/5
British Folk Rock was very convincing and enjoyable
Mercury Rev
3/5
Kind of a fun poppy late 90's. Enjoyable but not outstanding to the next level
David Gray
4/5
Enjoyable late 90's chill kind of folky album. Incredibly popular in England.
The Beach Boys
5/5
Uniquely strong in its ability to transport you into their world. Generation defining.
Lightning Bolt
1/5
A bunch of noise that sometimes was alright
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades
4/5
The best selling Salsa Record of all time! Enjoyable and foundational it seems. Hard to fully understand, but certainly enjoyable.
Derek & The Dominos
3/5
Really loved the last song, overall pretty solid performance from this Clapton colab
Janis Joplin
3/5
Joplin shows a more developed side of her funk and blues talent. I can't say it really hit me though. Arguably her other albums were stronger but the impact given her passing was immense
Meat Loaf
3/5
Rock Ballad style from the late 70's. I can appreciate Meatloaf more after listening. One of the best selling albums of all time, Nearly a 4 for me
LL Cool J
3/5
Really love the composition and style of this album. Real statements made and just enjoyable songs for me
The Cars
4/5
Iconic and enjoyable. Late 70's into 80's and sounds like it. Whole album is strong
Deep Purple
4/5
Powerful and heavy in its early rock roots. Iconic, but I feel like its underappreciated.
The Who
4/5
Clearly stands as a legendary rock opera album and breakthrough for The Who. Continuous theme and interesting story throughout. Nearly a 5 but It doesn't make it for me personally
Culture Club
3/5
Iconic and clearly a hit for the early 80's
Malcolm McLaren
4/5
This album was so much fun! I really enjoyed the tunes and early hip hop radio style.
Prince
4/5
A funky and fun party and ahead of its time. Prince poured a lot into this album
Weather Report
3/5
Fun jazz rock album
The White Stripes
3/5
Rocking garage sound and some good tunes but not all the way my style
Taylor Swift
3/5
Fun and made me appreciate her style more
Van Morrison
4/5
Requires more than one listen, Standout influence but under appreciated
Rahul Dev Burman
1/5
Can't say I knew what was going on here, this was not for me
Thelonious Monk
3/5
Jazzy and fun
Todd Rundgren
3/5
Solid folky early 70's album. Didn't break through for me
Country Joe & The Fish
2/5
Good late 60s sound, didn't sound clean but mostly enjoyable
Goldie
2/5
Early electronic that was pretty dull but for the time I think it held its own vibe
Scritti Politti
3/5
Fun 80's pop sound. They don't sound familiar and don't maintain very many listeners but there was heavy sampling throughout which was unique
The Boo Radleys
2/5
Kinda good and kinda rough to listen to. It'll even out to average
Kate Bush
2/5
Mostly relaxing, nothing too standout. Has a good transitional 80-90's sound
The xx
3/5
Enjoyable and chill, it had one main hit for me
Michael Jackson
5/5
Absolutely incredible. Had to shatter the world up on release. Collabs, funk, pop, energy, had it all
Travis
4/5
A really pleasant late 90's collection. Hidden gem to me
Bob Dylan
4/5
I can't exactly get into Dylan, but the sound and lyricism is clearly deep and influential. Electric guitar comes in and opens a new avenue of sound.
Paul McCartney and Wings
3/5
I enjoyed a handful of tracks and it was a great solo album for McCartney
3/5
Clearly an early form of Devo lacking the totally wild side. Overall pretty good. Singer reminded me of XTC at times
Girls Against Boys
1/5
Nothing too standout for me. A little heavy but dull sounding album
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
1/5
Sounds terrible and is not enjoyable but I feel like thats the point.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
3/5
Solid album, enjoyed some of the fun energy and development of the late 00's
Merle Haggard
2/5
A nice southern twang and meaningful songs.
Pink Floyd
4/5
Really enjoyable album and another classic from the Floyd lineup
Tom Tom Club
3/5
A bit of fun, some experimental style. Sampled references
Can
1/5
Decently enjoyable until it went off the rails
Metallica
5/5
Brought metal into the main stream. Metallica at its best
The Shamen
3/5
Pretty nice sounding late 90's club music. Sometimes it lost me.
Big Black
1/5
Heavier and covering harsh topics. The sound was relatively decent considering but still not good for me.
Elbow
4/5
Enjoyable and beautiful singing. Nostalgic for me
Electric Light Orchestra
4/5
This might be one of my new favorite albums overall, it doesn't hold the earth-changing rank of 5, but it sounds so well constructed and fun.
Mj Cole
3/5
Enjoyable 2000 sample heavy beat kinda clubin music.
Sonic Youth
2/5
Punk rock sound from 1990, I'm sure this is influential but it's hard to swallow
The Dandy Warhols
2/5
A little whacky and interesting song styles. Overall didn't hit me hard.
Pantera
3/5
Rock heavy and leading the way into the 90's of metal without the frills
Dinosaur Jr.
2/5
Indie Rock from late 80's but it sounds like its from the 90's.
The La's
3/5
1 hit with There She Goes, but generally enjoyable sounding start to the 90's for a more refined British pop
Gram Parsons
3/5
Enjoyable and smooth sounding country
Liz Phair
4/5
Statement piece for early 90's. Phair comes out in an honest way and delivers a indie sounding album about female experience in music.
Solomon Burke
3/5
Enjoyable 60s kind of pop without a clear breakthrough
The Stone Roses
4/5
Actually pretty enjoyable tunes on this one. Some chill and rocking songs that found the groove
The Mothers Of Invention
3/5
Wacky and insightful, as is the style of Frank Zappa
Metallica
3/5
Loved it and rocked it, didn't quite break through to 4
Ray Price
3/5
Not the most popular but had some enjoyable tunes
The Rolling Stones
3/5
Clearly a good album with a few hits but the Stones are just getting rolling here
Buck Owens
3/5
Enjoyable older country album. Charming and also a lot about lost love
Taylor Swift
2/5
I didn't enjoy any of the songs on this album. It kinda got better near the end but really bland for me
Jefferson Airplane
4/5
Iconic and psych rock as heck. Two mega hits strung together with other support songs that hold the groove
Pixies
3/5
Solid album with varying styles and some hits within. Its a late 80's Alt Rock that has a clear transitional decade sound. Not exactly my Jam though
Abdullah Ibrahim
3/5
Nice instrumental album with various artists and good jazz
Muddy Waters
4/5
Significant Chicago blues artist post war. Great album with heaps of soul
Raekwon
4/5
Solo WuTang member album with full features from the clan. Sharp lyrics throughout and influential mafioso style
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
4/5
Hard to overstate one of the most popular Jazz albums of all time. Lifted by its track Take Five, this album is smooth and enjoyable throughout. Its unclear to me if it reaches the legendary status of influence that Im looking for
Serge Gainsbourg
2/5
Some sorta ok French music I guess
Miles Davis
4/5
Nearly overwhelming at times, a new departure for jazz music and a launch point for a lot of new styles in music
The Bees
3/5
Really enjoyed this eclectic album. Summery sounds from broad influence 2001
The Sugarcubes
2/5
Kinda whacky background singing and overly singing female lead but good at times
John Grant
4/5
I actually really enjoyed this album! Live and tenderness, piano and synth with drifting sounds. Good singer and overall satisfying.
Don McLean
2/5
One hit wonder, but some decent sounding ballads with smooth tones throughout
Alice In Chains
4/5
High quality for grunge category. Influential and their most famous
Dagmar Krause
2/5
A bit whacky and intense at times, German singing in an avant rock style
Fiona Apple
3/5
Pretty enjoyable, wasn't all the way on board but good style
SAULT
3/5
Clearly a strong piece of black cultural sound and withstanding from 2020.
Flamin' Groovies
3/5
Had some older but classic sounds. A 60's album from the 70's
The Damned
2/5
British punk rock that had a decent sound to finish the 70's
Hookworms
3/5
Actually really liked the composition of this album from 2018, good song blending and had an enjoyable retro synth sound. Very under-listened
Tom Waits
3/5
Really great to get to hear Tom Waits. His story telling and live entertainment style were funny and enjoyable
Björk
2/5
I don't understand what Bjork is going on about and I don't enjoy it. Still, its not bad
Anita Baker
3/5
Enjoyable 80's jazzy love songs with nice vocals
R.E.M.
5/5
I'm going for the 5. This album is stacked with critical hits and is a beautifully composed album. 1992 alternative music peak
Johnny Cash
4/5
Another iconic live set by Cash. Enjoyed the live banter and classic songs
Ryan Adams
3/5
Deep lyrical folk kinda alt/rock.
Method Man
3/5
A really good rap album showing of Method Man's gruesome skill. Could be considered a 4 but its close
Doves
4/5
Really enjoyed the chill and progressive sounds. 2000 album with jamin weight
The Velvet Underground
3/5
Start the the 70s, enjoyable variety of songs on this light and airy album
Roni Size
3/5
Late 90s bumping club music was an enjoyable composition of samples and sounds
The Fall
2/5
Some brits getting hyped and garage bandy about something. Not bad but ok.
Baaba Maal
3/5
Enjoyable vibes but outside of my world. 90's West African music
White Denim
3/5
Enjoyed the jam band and indie vibes throughout
Penguin Cafe Orchestra
2/5
Indeed, a relaxing cafe vibe
Kraftwerk
2/5
Experimental electronic sounds from the 80s kinda whack but fun
The Crusaders
3/5
Really enjoyed the jazz vibes from '79
X-Ray Spex
2/5
Talking and yelling and rocking. late 70's
The Pogues
4/5
Enjoyable and focused style, peak Progues. Late 80's Celtic punk
Pere Ubu
1/5
Bunch of anxty Brits yelling
Iggy Pop
2/5
Kinda whacky and not my style
Curtis Mayfield
4/5
I really loved the smooth R&B and it spoke to the soul
Django Django
4/5
Actually really liked this kinda indie tricky 2012 album
1/5
This might be torcher Jazz. Crazy an violent. Has its place, but not for me.
Madness
3/5
Our house in the middle of the street and some other interesting sounds from eclectic styles actually
Joanna Newsom
3/5
Really musical and poetic, pleasant but not as enjoyable as I would want.
The Young Rascals
3/5
Enjoyed the 60's vibes and fun style
David Ackles
2/5
Very cinematic sound. Story singing. Clearly well put together.
The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
3/5
I quite enjoyed this one, it was well crafted and held notable commentary of the times.
Crowded House
3/5
Generally good and some slower soulful songs but I know there are better albums from them
Stereolab
2/5
A little whacky and kinda electronic for 1996 but nothing stood out
The Beach Boys
3/5
Enjoyable but not nearly the iconic vibes of Beach Boys peak
Peter Gabriel
4/5
Peter Gabriel's magnum opus. Melody and African influence. Strong songs with love and joy.
Public Enemy
3/5
Funky and enjoyable. Critical commentary and eloquent explanation of the times. In line with the early 90's rap scene
Sonic Youth
2/5
Punk rocking in the early 90's. Can't say I jammed with the style but its alright.
Stevie Wonder
4/5
Stevie just puts out such soul and beauty in music. Another key mid 70's album for him
The Specials
4/5
Really enjoyed the reggae strumming style of this '79 album. Defined Ska in its British revival at a tense time.
The Rolling Stones
3/5
Paint it black kinda stole the album, but other explorations into soundscape
The Slits
2/5
A bit of fun and very early female punk
Donald Fagen
4/5
Lovely composition by the Steely Dan singer after the break in 1981, album nominated for 7 grammy's
Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
3/5
Funky and fun, like a house party. Samples will echo into hip hop.
Missy Elliott
4/5
Missy is Work'in it! Critical colabs and very consistent throughout.
Eagles
5/5
One of the best selling albums of all time. Concept album for a more modern America 1976. Deep themes, great songs throughout and highly iconic.
Hugh Masekela
3/5
Enjoyable African Jazz album from '72 that merged different styles
Beastie Boys
5/5
New spin on hip hop, brought power to new genre and withstands the test of time.
Jazmine Sullivan
2/5
R&B style statement album from 2021, it was alright
Earth, Wind & Fire
4/5
Really enjoyed this album, funky and iconic. Perfectly fit 1975
The Rolling Stones
5/5
This album has their best tracks. So many hits at such an early time. Certainly foundational to rock an roll
The Kinks
4/5
One of the great albums of the 60's. Their best album. Smooth sounds and a couple enduring hits.
CHVRCHES
3/5
Lots of synth and melody. Dreamy style in 2013
Coldplay
4/5
Its so chill and exactly Coldplay. Many songs are recognizable and the vibe is consistent.
The Mars Volta
2/5
Couldnt really stick it to this one. Pretty good puck rockin sound at times
Tom Waits
2/5
Tom Waits carrying on about something or other
Randy Newman
2/5
Didn't really care for it but lyrically good at story telling
Astor Piazzolla
3/5
Relaxing vibraphone that made driving really chill
Beatles
5/5
This album has some of the bands best songs. Written during a time of friction for the band it really showcases the talent of these artists.
Kate Bush
2/5
I can't say I'm a Kate Bush fan, she has a creative and whacky kinda style
Sister Sledge
4/5
I loved hearing this album through. It really captured the Disco Era and hold up with its funky jams.
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
2/5
Very popular within its context. Very impressive vocal skills from the middle east.
Foo Fighters
4/5
Love this album, David Grohl is a beast doing this himself, carrying Rock and Roll into the next century
The Associates
2/5
A bit whacky early 80's album, vocals were pronounced
808 State
2/5
Considering this is from 1989, I'm impressed by the early electronic soundscape they were able to conjure.
Sly & The Family Stone
3/5
Chill groovin in the early 70's
Ray Charles
5/5
Incredible smash hit that broke the conventions of the time. Ray Charles the crafter of Soul knocks it out with country music.
Black Flag
1/5
I can't discern one song from another, what the heck is this dude yelling about
Japan
3/5
Stylish synth pop of '79. Pretty cool for the time
Massive Attack
3/5
Early Trip hop music was good to drive to
Public Image Ltd.
1/5
Not horrible, but not worth the listen, kinda grungy sound
Simon & Garfunkel
4/5
Breakthrough for S&G, struck hard into the late 60's vibes. Serene and enjoyable.
Bonnie Raitt
2/5
Enjoyable country singing
R.E.M.
3/5
Its REM so I certainly enjoyed it. It didn't push above some of their other high bars though
Buzzcocks
2/5
Easier to listen to English punk rock. Late 70's.
The Monks
1/5
A bit whacky and their only album. Not terrible but not worth it.
The Thrills
3/5
Actually enjoyed this more than expected, chill guitar and piano with sunny feelings.
M.I.A.
2/5
Good ideas and breakfree style for MIA but did not connect as good as I know she can.
The Pogues
4/5
Enjoyable Irish Rock with loads or drunken jolly. Best album by the Pogues
Tom Waits
2/5
Tom Waits howling out another blues album. Certainly good at doing what he does but harsh sounding for me.
Beyoncé
4/5
The sheer magnitude of hits hard. Beyonce delivers another top album with defining songs and themes to power and elegance. I am not in love with her music but I can appreciate it.
The Residents
1/5
Ridiculous, just harsh sounding and frankly pretty spooky considering the season. Its good bad music if that makes sense.
Happy Mondays
2/5
This one was alright, sounded very 80's and kept a good vibe throughout.
Dr. Octagon
3/5
Pretty good album, nice rhythm and rhymes for someone I have never heard of. Certainly sticks to the kinda vulgar theme
Love
3/5
Pretty good grooviness and experimental in its rock and psychodelic nature, diverse lineup. I am a sucker for late 60's.
5/5
1999. I mean come on this is one of my favorite albums of all time. The orchestral compositions, story telling and strumming is all so vivid. Only bettered by its Volume two Wasp Star.
Teenage Fanclub
2/5
Alt rock that had a decent sound but nothing that broke though for me. Released 1991
Rufus Wainwright
2/5
Very grandiose and elegant with clean vocals. Depth of lyrics.
Soft Machine
3/5
Foundational prog rock-jazz fusion. Pleasant and good to drive.
50 Cent
4/5
Iconic and hold a strong place in music history. Consistently catchy songs throughout
Wire
1/5
Easier to pallet punk band from 1977. Still kinda drull into my ears
OutKast
4/5
Really quite an excellent album. Bold and beautiful, iconic and withstanding.
Manic Street Preachers
4/5
Really enjoyed this album! Great composure and chill kinda 90s rock. One of my favorite discoveries
Maxwell
3/5
Chillin R&B vibes from the mid 90's. Felt like good atmospheric chillin
Brian Eno
1/5
This guy is a great producer and has lots visual and musical talent but the albums are always so odd and atmospheric.
Kelela
3/5
Actually quite enjoyed this more modern form of R&B from 2017.
Shivkumar Sharma
3/5
Chill atmospheric music that was very pleasant to work to
John Prine
2/5
Relaxing country and statement pieces
Barry Adamson
1/5
Whacky weird sounding atmospheric tracks
Neneh Cherry
3/5
Enjoyed this album more than expected. '89 UK hip hop brought global
Ride
2/5
Kinda ambient jamming music from 1990. Pleasant and smooth.
Paul Weller
3/5
Quite pleasant! Warm guitar with piano and flute at times. Very enjoyable
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
3/5
I love a good early 70's album. They used some classic sounds and broad sweeping songs that created intense soundscapes.
Sonic Youth
1/5
Sonic Youth is not a band for me. Too harsh and droning
Songhoy Blues
2/5
This sounded like a heavy blues and country album but sung by Africans, pretty cool
Love
2/5
Pretty enjoyable late 60's album with love and peace throughout
Kraftwerk
3/5
Kraftwerk lays down some hits for the 70's. They have an impressive techno sythn musical sound that is years ahead
Pulp
2/5
Some British dudes kinds soft jammin in the 90s
Afrika Bambaataa
3/5
The original renegades of Funk. You can hear the rap influence from this 1986 album. Enjoyable and groovy
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
2/5
Late 60's jazzy/blues idiosyncrasy music. Influential for later punk/rock. Kinda whacky but ok to listen to
The Black Crowes
3/5
Black Crows hold a lot of strength in their work, this album is their first releasing in 1990 and rocks, standing as one of their best
LCD Soundsystem
3/5
Ok so this was released 2017, it is electronic and indy sounding. It sounds like its from the 90's kinda. I feel like this artist was influential in the scene but unsure about this album in specific
David Crosby
3/5
A 1971 entry with the right vibes throughout. Relaxing and enjoyable flowy composure of voice and guitar. Founding member of the Byrds. Very mystic vocal heavy.
Miles Davis
5/5
So this is consistently ranked as one of the best albums of all time. There is a major influence in the course of music history that can be attributed to Miles Davis at this time and in this album, his best selling. Known for its modality, different artists had different scales to play within allowing for more creative freedom in their melodies.
David Bowie
4/5
Bowie reinvents himself and comes to America. Strong tracks all the way through. Further proof of the legendary talent and pop
The Go-Go's
2/5
We got the Beat alright, they have their hit and did capture the essence of the early 80's but didn't really stick around to define much else.
Slint
1/5
Bit of harsher American underground rock music for once. Still not good on my ears
David Bowie
3/5
Versatile moods and collab with Brian Eno. Emotional and darker. Of course made an impact in the late 70's and fed into the post-punk genre. I think this is critically acclaimed, and I like it, but doesn't serve me in the same ways
Circle Jerks
1/5
American Punk Rock from 1980. Shortest album to date, still harsh and not my thing.
Destiny's Child
2/5
Smooth R&B album from the group, some good singles that stood out. Not entirely my style but enjoyable and smooth.
Miles Davis
3/5
Its hard for me to discern Jazz albums like this. I enjoy them but have trouble comparing them, this one from 1969 is ranked as one of his best. Foundational in the ambient genre. Totally smooth and perfect for my night shift
Neil Young
3/5
Neil Young has a classic sound (from Buffalo Springfield), this album is from 1975. A good mellow folky style, this album is somber and drunken.
The Louvin Brothers
2/5
A sorrowful and quaint country album from the 50's. Enjoyable and sweet.
Pet Shop Boys
3/5
Pet Shops boys being surprisingly prominent in music history despite their laid back synth pop sound. This is their most commercially successful from 1987
The Velvet Underground
4/5
Surprisingly enjoyed this album, I didn't know they were from the 60-70's. Chill and pleasant and very very influential. Ranked #23 of rolling stones list.
Suicide
1/5
Not loving this one, definitely touching on harsh topics and it just sounded rough.
Hole
3/5
Pretty good sounding punk album, female singer that had a punch but stayed on the right side of my preference.
New York Dolls
2/5
These guys do have a very early punk sounds for 1973 and can likely be attributed to feeding into the early genesis of that genre. A pretty good rough rock and roll sound throughout.
Big Star
3/5
Enjoyed this nice sounding combo of early 70's influence. Pock Rock sound.
Isaac Hayes
4/5
I really enjoyed this album! Of course early 70's that fed into disco and rap. Smooth as could be and good jammin
The Jesus And Mary Chain
1/5
Well this was just awful... loud screeching noise for an hour. Cool. But exactly what I expected from 1985 Psychocandy...
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
3/5
Very good rock soul album from Neil. His voice carries through. Still not entirely my style though
Public Image Ltd.
2/5
British people yelling again, this one was on the better side though generally
The Saints
2/5
Australian punk rock from '78. Much more palatable than others. I enjoyed this one a bit but I'm just not a punk kinda guy.
Depeche Mode
3/5
Had the one hit of Enjoy the Silence, but overall steady vibes throughout. Started the 90's off in a good direction
The Sabres Of Paradise
2/5
Pretty cosmic sounding electronic music from 1994. I can't really comprehend how this influenced the broader scene but it was generally pleasant or weird in a cool way.
Elton John
3/5
Elton is a great artist and has such a smooth voice. Tiny Dancer alone might have pushed this to 4 but I think its just generally good and not all the way up there as a whole
Belle & Sebastian
3/5
I enjoyed this one alright. Late 90's kinda chill acoustic hipstery sound.
Caetano Veloso
2/5
Enjoyable rhythms and vibes throughout.
The Beach Boys
3/5
This album kinda fell flat for me, very much focused on love stories and they didn't hit the mark on their legendary sound but still a great album that was an absolute hit at the time for its orchestral pop.
Nas
5/5
One of my favorite albums of all time. Nas wrote the bible. I can't comprehend how this shaped the rap landscape and brought an attitude to NYC. 1994 was a good year alright
Dexys Midnight Runners
4/5
This is exactly the kind of album that I am doing this project to hear. Made famous from Come on Eileen, listening to the full album fills in so much of the broader context of the sounds and energy from this band. Really enjoyed this one
The Smashing Pumpkins
4/5
Really strong throughout, I enjoyed this a bit more than I remember. Critical album for the 90's
Lupe Fiasco
3/5
Really enjoyed Lupe's style and stories through this album, very genuine
3/5
I just don't enjoy Dylan. His music is definitely very significant for this time. Nice to hear the early rock and folky roots.
Elastica
2/5
Generally pretty good kinda upbeat punk rock
Pink Floyd
2/5
Experimental and unrefined. But for the time I imagine influential.
Iron Butterfly
2/5
This album is contingent on the 17min song of the same title. Good track with great jammin. Otherwise pretty mild album.
The White Stripes
3/5
White stripes loud and rockin. Some experimental sounds and folky influence on this album took it in a new direction but overall a good time to listen to
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
Absolutely iconic, the electric guitar finds a new soul in Hendrix's hands. Catapulting the music industry into the next age. Rock and psych and beauty.
Frank Sinatra
4/5
I clearly enjoy anything with Sinatra singing. So much emotion and big band sound behind each song. Easy to sweep you away.
Willie Nelson
3/5
Willie is so calm and smooth, I really enjoy just vibing with the sound of his music and listening to the stories he tells.
Scissor Sisters
2/5
Kinda fun flare but not something I would groove to. They have a one hit on this album
The Band
4/5
1968 The Band feeling country, folky rock and building into the 70's. The Weight being the biggest hit. Diverse sounding and influential.
Crosby, Stills & Nash
4/5
1969, this album is exactly what beckons the sounds of the late 60's. Harmony and jammin with social presence. The Byrds x Buffalo Springfield
Red Snapper
2/5
2000 album that felt like a late 90's club music. Very receptive and get into a grove. Solid to drive to. Early syths
Bob Marley & The Wailers
4/5
Some major hits on this album and plenty of Marley soul. Not his peak but right on par
Björk
2/5
I cannot distinguish any of Bjorks albums. I think there were parts that I enjoyed but her style is odd and kinda annoying to me.
Def Leppard
3/5
Definitely a quintessential Hair metal album. Heavy 80's rock with withstanding hits. Nice to hear the other songs on this album.
Tim Buckley
3/5
1969. I quite enjoyed the chill quieter softer tones from the album. Some nice xylophone as well.
Christine and the Queens
2/5
This electric pop french album from 2018 was unexpected. It was fine but not my style. I think there is some interesting components of the intersection of pop, RnB, electronic and gender/sexual identity.
Lou Reed
2/5
1972, Walk on the wild side. Song style like Bob Dylan. Talking some kind of weird story half heartedly. Not very interesting to me.
Dusty Springfield
3/5
1969 Beautiful Soul sound from Dusty. I hadn't really heard any of her music until this album but hearing her voice is instantly recognizable. I think this is regarded as a great album but I don't think it truly stand up in my listening rating.
Elliott Smith
3/5
2000. Actually pretty enjoyable album, had some interesting chord progressions and chill sound. I would listen to it again. Elliot Smith unfortunately passed away early.
Black Sabbath
5/5
1970. I think this has to hit the 5 based on its legendary status. It is withstanding and pervasive to this day.
Bob Dylan
4/5
1963. This album was actually enjoyable for my ear with Bob Dylan being more folky and speaking his mind about many political topics. Not as droning and annoying as other albums.
Roxy Music
2/5
1974. Sometimes it seemed like they were trying to sound bad? Also not very country music as I would describe it. More of a British medium rock.
The Human League
3/5
1981. Actually pretty fun and goofy early 80s electronic style. Finished with Don't You Want Me Baby!
The Verve
2/5
1995. Decent album, a bit of softer rock.
Bob Dylan
3/5
1997. Enjoyed the rougher older sound of Dylan's voice here. Plenty of heart ache throughout. Orchestral and collaborative. Won album of the year
Dusty Springfield
3/5
1964. Soulful and beautiful with many familiar songs.
Super Furry Animals
3/5
1996 l. A bit of rocking, mostly alright with a few winners.
Stephen Stills
3/5
1972. Pretty enjoyable rockin jazz
David Holmes
3/5
1997. Pretty cool electric atmospheric club music of the late 90s without many vocals.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2/5
1992. The singer has a strong deep voice and they have a bluesy grit to them.
Siouxsie And The Banshees
2/5
1978. Female vocalist with a heavier rock yelling vibe. Pretty good kind of jam for doing construction/cleaning.
Venom
2/5
1982. Heavy rocking metal that seems pretty par.
Les Rythmes Digitales
3/5
1999. Kinda fun electo club music
The Temptations
3/5
1972. Soulful and funky
Billy Bragg
2/5
1998. Kind of a chill country sounding album. Wilco featured on every song of this album as well.
Underworld
1/5
1996. Late 90's club electro music. repetitive and droning
The Psychedelic Furs
3/5
1981. The Furs have held a fond place in my heart but never really crossed into my favorite lineups. I think this was a great album for alt rock and post punk which gave it weight.
Booker T. & The MG's
3/5
1962. Iconic and groovin throughout. Southern Soul in a simpler time. All instrumental songs that stick with you.
David Bowie
3/5
2016. Pretty ethereal album with enjoyable mood setting. Significant for being Bowie's last.
Waylon Jennings
3/5
1973. This kind of slower paced soulful country music is enjoyable and easily transports you.
The Prodigy
2/5
1997. More Kinda fun 90's club music. More spacey on this one.
Frankie Goes To Hollywood
3/5
1984. Relax! Don't do it! Very mid 80's sound that I enjoyed listening to the build up and breakdown from its central hit.
Tom Waits
1/5
Tom Waits dragging his heavy voice through a carnival junkie melodies. Not for me but good for what it is
Echo And The Bunnymen
2/5
1980. Not too noteworthy. Some gloomy post-punk Doors inspired sounds.
The Stooges
2/5
1970's early rock. Its got a rougher sound but held up alright
Marilyn Manson
1/5
Pretty wrenched. I can see the appeal if you were super freaky like that.
Fleet Foxes
3/5
2008. Chill indie folk album that was popular back in the late 2000's.
Rufus Wainwright
2/5
2003. Relaxed kind of theater songs. Depth of story and sound.
Drive-By Truckers
2/5
2000. Pretty interesting to listen to a Country Opera type album. Definitely had a lot to say about the story of Lynard Skynyrd.
CHIC
4/5
1979. Peak Disco music. "Good Times" being an 8min starter song can't be beat. This dropped as Disco became mainstream.
Sepultura
1/5
1996 Screamo. This one was tough to endure. Really rough and loud and made me feel bad.
10cc
3/5
1974. Kind of a fun Frank Zappa sounding story album. Very creative in its concept.
Heaven 17
3/5
1981. Early 80's groovin and social commentary. I kinda like it but it also seems very cleche but since its so early in the 80's maybe it is the trendsetter
Siouxsie And The Banshees
2/5
1981. British rock band with clear 80's vibe. More dark and mysterious. Decently enjoyable.
The Rolling Stones
3/5
1965. Their self titled album doesn't show up high on their own lists but it is a clear display of the mid 60's pushing into the rock and roll era. Enjoyable but doesn't show what they are capable of.
Ozomatli
4/5
2004. One of my favorite discovered albums of this project! Very interesting style of Los Angeles. Multicultural and activist.
Mudhoney
1/5
1988. Softer grunge rock that lead the way into the 90's scene. Not bad but did not get there for me.
Iggy Pop
3/5
1977. Some enduring hit songs and overall solid story telling. I think this is Iggy's best album
XTC
5/5
1985. I'm going to go ahead and hit it with the 5. This is one of the all time greats and the album I may have listened to more than any other. XTC at their prime
The Good, The Bad & The Queen
3/5
2007. Sounds a lot like the Gorillaz but generally pretty cool sounding with good production.
The Notorious B.I.G.
5/5
1994. A Hip Hop Legend with an album that will always remain. The immediate style and grace, depth and humor. How far could he have flown if given more time rapping? Its full of hits and its one of the best rap albums of all time.
Suzanne Vega
3/5
1985. This was pretty enjoyable smooth sounding album with good baselines. Vega has a nice voice.
Dinosaur Jr.
2/5
1987. Kind of a knock off Black crows sounding band without much zest
Ali Farka Touré
3/5
1994. Hard to rank these albums of African origin. This is West African blues guitarist that made a comeback to music after farming for years and won international album of the year.
Ramblin' Jack Elliott
3/5
1958. A piece of Americana I suppose. I do enjoy some classic country music. Smooth sounds and stories.
Talvin Singh
2/5
1998. Indian 90's tech club music. Kinda fun but also whacky as heck.
Primal Scream
2/5
1997. Again, Primal Scream is not what is seems. Instrumental and experimental in its late 90's electronic rock vibe.
Motörhead
3/5
1980. Prime speed and thrash metal. More gritty than punk metal. Pretty solid throughout without going overboard.
The Chemical Brothers
3/5
1997. Pretty enjoyable late 90s clubbin music.
The Sonics
3/5
1965. Shouting and hollering kind of early rock. So many of these tracks are totally iconic!
Manic Street Preachers
2/5
1994. Heavy with political statements but overall maintained its listenability despite going a bit hard.
Al Green
4/5
1972. Al Green being so smooth and groovy. The title track hitting #1 on the pop charts at the time. I think this is boosted because I just enjoy the tunes and soul. Its historic value didn't break the rolling stones 500.
Slade
3/5
1972. Pretty enjoyable British 70's rock that I have never heard. They sounded tough at first and then mellowed out. Covered Janis Joplin.
Tito Puente
4/5
1958. Gosh I'm a sucker for mambo music. So easy to fall into and groove with. Big bands also have such a sweet spot in my heart. Tito was a driving force for the genre.
Robert Wyatt
2/5
1997. Interesting sound from English art rock. and Strange Jazz elements thrown in. Some songs were good but others lost me.
Incubus
4/5
1999. Awesome album, its not ranked by rolling stones but it close to my heart and is a notable departure for Incubus to dig into a softer alt rock sound to finish out the 90's.
Ananda Shankar
3/5
1969. I kinda enjoyed this psychedelic Indian cover album. Whacky and fun
Youssou N'Dour
2/5
1988. Interesting sounding Senegalese album that carried good beats
Elvis Presley
3/5
1960 Elvis is back from the war! He mashed to get her Blues and pop and rock in this 31min album. It was rocking throughout.
A Tribe Called Quest
4/5
1991. Cohesive and consistent. This is Tribe's best album and stands up as a display of lyrical jazzy bassy talent. Easy to enjoy.
Led Zeppelin
5/5
1971. Zeplin will always be a power house of rock! This is their most withstanding and strong album. Powerful and emotional.
Linkin Park
4/5
2000. This album is infamous and hits the core of the 2000 era. A new blend of rap and new metal. Vocally distinct and so much depth. But In the End, it doesn't even matter because major critics don't seem to acknowledge it.
Gang Of Four
3/5
1979. Nice kinda post punk baselines and dischordant rifs. Weak 3 or a strong 2.
The Jesus And Mary Chain
2/5
1987. Decent enough English rock band.
Hanoi Rocks
2/5
1983. Fairly good enough but didn't push into the exciting.
The National
2/5
2010. Pretty ok songs that didn't take me anywhere. Soft alt rock.
Lenny Kravitz
3/5
1989. Nice funk elements of this soul rock blues. Good themes throughout that made it meaningful
Fred Neil
3/5
1966. I enjoyed the folksy bluesy tones with a dash of psychedelic jamming in there