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| Album | You | Global | Diff |
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| The United States Of America | 5 | 2.61 | +2.39 |
| Eternally Yours | 5 | 3.06 | +1.94 |
| The Age Of The Understatement | 5 | 3.25 | +1.75 |
| Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables | 5 | 3.27 | +1.73 |
| B-52's | 5 | 3.29 | +1.71 |
| Figure 8 | 5 | 3.32 | +1.68 |
| Blur | 5 | 3.33 | +1.67 |
| Rock Bottom | 4 | 2.39 | +1.61 |
| Frank | 5 | 3.45 | +1.55 |
| Chocolate Starfish And The Hot Dog Flavored Water | 4 | 2.47 | +1.53 |
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| Album | You | Global | Diff |
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| Tubular Bells | 1 | 3.1 | -2.1 |
| Heartbreaker | 1 | 3.03 | -2.03 |
| Graceland | 2 | 3.74 | -1.74 |
| Suicide | 1 | 2.46 | -1.46 |
| Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers | 2 | 3.39 | -1.39 |
| L'Eau Rouge | 1 | 2.32 | -1.32 |
| American Pie | 2 | 3.28 | -1.28 |
| Mermaid Avenue | 2 | 3.18 | -1.18 |
| Wild Wood | 2 | 3.09 | -1.09 |
| Heartattack And Vine | 2 | 3.07 | -1.07 |
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Elliott Smith
5/5
I have a friend who's very into Smith and I can see why now. The singer songwriter vibes of the album make it very relatable and cozy. The piano and vocals in Everything Means Nothing to Me are beautiful.
Fave track(s): Son of Sam, L.A., Stupidity Tries, Can't Make A Sound
3 likes
Skunk Anansie
4/5
Amazing vocals and guitar riffs. Had never heard of this band before, but I love their sound. Also love the album cover.
Fave track(s): Tracy's Flaw, The Skank Heads, Lately, Cheap Honesty
2 likes
Dead Kennedys
5/5
A bit rough but pretty fun otherwise. Absolutely love the guitar riffs and bass. I wish the songs were longer, but their length gives them their charm. Really creative album title, and really cool cover.
Fave track(s): When Ya Get Drafted, Let's Lynch The Landlord
2 likes
The United States Of America
5/5
Definitely psychedelic and not what I expected. I wouldn't say it's shit, but the first track was very interesting to say the least, I also don't entirely understand it, I guess. It got better as it went on. Very Alice in Wonderland vibes. Organized chaos.
Fave track(s): Hard Coming Love, Cloud Song, Coming Down, No Love To Give
2 likes
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Suicide
1/5
I mean I guess I can see how this would've been groundbreaking for the time, but I kind of really didn't like it. The instrumentals are fine but the vocals threw me off. Was losing my mind at "Girl" and "Frankie Teardrop", and not in a good way. No fave track.
Pink Floyd
5/5
Had never listened to the whole thing in one sitting until now. The instrumentals are ethereal. The vocals are so smooth and pair extremely well with the tone of the music. I can definitely see why it is considered a classic. It's extremely difficult to pick a favorite when they all sound so heavenly. The Great Gig In The Sky made me feel like I was in space. Loved the cathedral-like instrumentals in the beginning of Us and Them.
Fave track(s): Money, The Great Gig In The Sky
PJ Harvey
4/5
This is definitely something I would listen to on my own and it deserves more fame. I love the guitar and bass on this entire album. The vocals are strong and very angsty, hence why I would listen to it on my own. Love the strings in Man-Size Sextet.
Fave track(s): Dry, Snake
The Replacements
3/5
Some of the song titles made me laugh, but regarding the music, it's completely different from the "Let It Be" most people think about. Its very angsty and reminds me of more modern stuff. The music sometimes drowns out the vocals. Overall good, but I'm not sure I would go back and listen again.
Fave track(s): I Will Dare, Black Diamond
Beatles
4/5
I'm always kind of cautious whenever I listen to the Beatles. I had listened to this album before, but I hadn't paid special attention to it. I'm starting to appreciate Eleanor Rigby more, especially because of the strings. Here, There, and Everywhere makes me feel sort of nostalgic for past friendships. Yellow Submarine reminds me of my childhood, because my mom would always play that song for me. I love the guitar riff on And Your Bird Can Sing. This is definitely one of their best albums.
Fave track(s): Taxman, I'm Only Sleeping
Slipknot
3/5
I'm not going to lie I was kind of scared going into this album, not because it's Slipknot, but because I had just gotten a Beatles album the previous day. I'd only head a couple of Slipknot songs prior to this album, so I guess this was my real introduction to Slipknot. I was actually pleasantly surprised. Obviously I wouldn't normally go about my day listening to this, like it isn't something I would listen to it on my own, but for a first listen its not bad. Screaming like that can't be healthy, though.
Fave track(s): Eyeless
Brian Eno
2/5
I appreciate the experimentalism and the amount of sampling, but I'm sure each song could be better without certain aspects or noises. Overall, it's different. I wouldn't say I really enjoyed listening to it.
Fave track(s): Regiment
Arcade Fire
4/5
I don't have much to say about this album, but it's pretty alright. I appreciate the calm and softness of the vocals, and of course I'm going to mention the strings. I love hearing strings, mainly violin on any record. Black Mirror was a great song to start the album with.
Fave track(s): Intervention, The Well and the Lighthouse
Paul Simon
2/5
Definitely wouldn't listen to this on my own but it is good background music while working. I do appreciate the basslines, though. Overall alright but I wouldn't go back. Really nice album cover.
Fave track: Crazy Love, Vol. II
My Bloody Valentine
3/5
Didn't know what to expect, but I kind of expected more. Most songs are decent but they could probably sound better without so much distortion, especially in the first half of the album. It was good background music, though. Also, cool band name.
Fave track(s): new you, in another way, nothing is
The Last Shadow Puppets
5/5
This album really reminds me of Arctic Monkeys, and not just because of Alex Turner's vocals. The sorrow tone and characteristic Turner lyrics really tie it in. The instrumentals are so beautiful, especially in Only The Truth. Also, I just have to mention the strings, it makes everything so much more magical. Overall, it's a good album and I could see myself going back to it at some point.
Fave track(s): Separate and Ever Deadly, Only the Truth, I Don't Like You Anymore, The Meeting Place
Prince
4/5
Prince's voice is so unique. This album is both so funky and chill. I haven't listened to many Prince songs, but I definitely think this has to be some of his best work. Also, the bass lines are so good.
Face track(s): The Ballad of Dorothy Parker
The Who
3/5
I love concept albums. This one in particular sounds like it could be a play or even a musical. However, I feel like I didn't enjoy it as much as I thought I would. I do like that the songs blend in together, though. Also, I don't know why but this album gave me Wizard of Oz vibes, no particular reason. No track really stood out.
Fave track(s): Go To the Mirror!
Sheryl Crow
2/5
This album sounds like what I expected to sound like. I'm not really that into it, but she has a really nice voice. I would be lying if I said I didn't get bored of it at least once.
Fave track(s): What I Can Do For You
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
2/5
This album is a lot softer than I expected, if I'm being honest. A lot of the guitar riffs were pretty unique. I don't have much else to say about it either though. Very general rock, and it's good but not something I would look back on.
Fave track(s): Anything That's Rock 'n' Roll
Big Black
4/5
Was very excited going into this album. The production is definitely something. I wouldn't say it's unique but very lively. I love instrumentals especially in Passing Complexion, but the vocals could do better in terms of volume.
Fave track(s): Passing Complexion, Kerosene, Stinking Drunk
Lou Reed
4/5
This album is so cozy even with Reed's imperfect voice. Perfect Day sounds like something straight out of a movie soundtrack. Also the production quality sounds way better than other albums from its time.
Fave track(s): Perfect Day, Satellite of Love
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
4/5
Was pleasantly surprised by this album. While the lyrics aren't my favorite (especially because of the slur), most of the songs were really good. Like the lyrics, the vocals aren't what attracted me the most, but the instrumentals are so fun. The bass lines remind me of Queen.
Fave track(s): Senior Service, Party Girl, Goon Squad
Elliott Smith
5/5
I have a friend who's very into Smith and I can see why now. The singer songwriter vibes of the album make it very relatable and cozy. The piano and vocals in Everything Means Nothing to Me are beautiful.
Fave track(s): Son of Sam, L.A., Stupidity Tries, Can't Make A Sound
Soft Cell
3/5
These guys deserve more recognition than what they've gotten for Tainted Love (which is absolutely iconic). As someone who doesn't listen to much 80s pop, this album makes me appreciate it more. This is something I would listen to in art class, but not on the regular. Sex Dwarf threw me off, though.
Fave track(s): Frustration, Entertain Me
Lenny Kravitz
3/5
I didn't think much of this album until the later part of the first half. Kravitz knows how to show desire and longing in his lyrics.
Fave track(s): I Build This Garden For Us
Pulp
4/5
This album is beautiful. I will admit that a few songs were a bit boring, but for the most part I enjoyed every song to some extent. Like A Friend was a great song to end the album with. Also, I love this music video for This Is Hardcore.
Fave track(s): Help The Aged, This Is Hardcore, I'm A Man, The Day After the Revolution, Like A Friend
Nirvana
5/5
As someone who grew up listening to Nirvana, it's great seeing this album here. This is one of my favorite Nirvana albums, the amount of angst and anger in some of these tracks is one of the best factors of it. Never boring.
Fave track(s): Lounge Act, Breed, On A Plain
Tom Waits
2/5
The vocals kind of throw me off, it's like Waits is trying too hard, but the guitar is really nice. This sounds likes something you would hear at some type of underground club.
Fave track(s): In Shades
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
4/5
This was my real introduction to Yeah Yeah Yeahs besides Heads Will Roll, because that's already iconic in itself. Karen O's voice is so soothing, and these songs sound so fun to see live. Also, I love the album cover.
Fave track(s): Soft Shock, Dull Life, Dragon Queen
Donald Fagen
3/5
I was kind of shocked to see the global rating on this one cause it's honestly not even bad. It's mostly calming and the instrumentals on some of the songs are pretty fun. The album cover doesn't really accurately represent the music, though.
Fave track(s): Maxine, The Nightfly
Little Richard
3/5
I really didn't expect to see this album here despite it being a classic. Extremely influential and definitely a product of its time. You just had to be there, though.
Fave track(s): Can't Believe You Wanna Leave
The Dictators
4/5
Simple, but fun. I can definitely see how this influenced/changed/made the scene. Love the lyrics and album cover.
Fave track(s): Master Race Rock
Various Artists
4/5
Funny that everyone gets this one Christmas. Such classic songs, and all of the renditions just scream true Christmas.
Fave track(s): White Christmas, Sleigh Ride, A Marshmallow World
Skunk Anansie
4/5
Amazing vocals and guitar riffs. Had never heard of this band before, but I love their sound. Also love the album cover.
Fave track(s): Tracy's Flaw, The Skank Heads, Lately, Cheap Honesty
The Yardbirds
3/5
I would say this sounds like generic rock from its time period, but there are a few good riffs on this. Sometimes the instrumentals drown out the vocals, though. Not a fan of the album cover.
Fav track(s): Rack My Mind
Dead Kennedys
5/5
A bit rough but pretty fun otherwise. Absolutely love the guitar riffs and bass. I wish the songs were longer, but their length gives them their charm. Really creative album title, and really cool cover.
Fave track(s): When Ya Get Drafted, Let's Lynch The Landlord
Elton John
3/5
Classic Elton John. I hadn't had the time to get into his music, but it's pretty alright. While it is a beautiful album, some songs did sound sort of repetitive. Don't know if I would go back, but for a one time listen it was good.
Fave track(s): Indian Sunset, Rotten Peaches
Dexys Midnight Runners
3/5
Very 80s but also very unique at the same time. The fade out of a lot of the songs does throw me off though. Regardless, most of the songs are really fun and not what I expected out of an album from the 80s. Reminisce (Pt.1) was an interesting end to this.
Fave track(s): All In All (This One Last Wild Waltz), Old, Plan B
The United States Of America
5/5
Definitely psychedelic and not what I expected. I wouldn't say it's shit, but the first track was very interesting to say the least, I also don't entirely understand it, I guess. It got better as it went on. Very Alice in Wonderland vibes. Organized chaos.
Fave track(s): Hard Coming Love, Cloud Song, Coming Down, No Love To Give
Harry Nilsson
4/5
I wasn't really expecting to like this especially when I saw the country tag, but it was pretty alright. Nilsson's voice is definitely underappreciated.
Fave track(s): Gotta Get Up
The Flying Burrito Brothers
2/5
Not something I'm really into. The vocals are beautiful, and I appreciate the every song actually does sound different, but I wouldn't go back to this. Interesting band name, though.
Fave track(s): Hot Burrito #1
Caetano Veloso
4/5
Beautiful album, I really didn't expect to like this as much as I did. Not a fan of the album cover, but Veloso's vocals are so smooth and enchanting. Something out of a movie set in paradise.
Fave track(s): Clarice
Hanoi Rocks
3/5
Overall a good album, but there's nothing that's super special about it. Very 80s, something you might hear on radio. Other than that, it was an alright listen but none of the songs really struck me differently.
Fave track(s): Mental Beat
The Band
3/5
Great instrumentals and vocals. This isn't for me, but I see how it would've been different for the time.
Fave track(s): Chest Fever, I Shall Be Released
Dirty Projectors
4/5
Really interesting sound and not at all what I expected to see on here. Don't know if I would go back to this but their sound is definitely unique. Cool instrumentals. I wonder how these songs are performed live.
Fave track(s): Stillness Is The Move, Useful Chamber, Remade Horizon
Super Furry Animals
4/5
Nothing too special but very enjoyable nonetheless. Album cover doesn't match the sound at all. Interesting instrumentals. Alternate Route to Vulcan Street was a good song to place in the beginning.
Fave track(s): Receptacle for the Respectable, Presidential Suite
Ryan Adams
1/5
Not really my vibe and horrible dude. I got bored of this really quickly. There's nothing really that special about this.
Fave track(s): Bartering Lines
Radiohead
4/5
Chaotic yet relaxing at the same time. Radiohead's music always has an ethereal feeling to it. Beautiful instrumentals and vocals. The video for There, There is so insanely creative.
Fave track(s): Sail To The Moon
Tina Turner
3/5
Didn't realize this would count as rock but this album is great. Turner has such a powerful voice. Most songs were really good, but not too many stuck out to me.
Fave track(s): Steel Claw
The Stooges
4/5
This felt shorter than it should have, but really great stuff. I didn't pay too much attention to the lyrics, but I love the guitar and instrumentals in general. I felt that a lot was blended together, though. Besides that, if there were more variation throughout I might've liked it more.
Fave track(s): Loose, Dirt
System Of A Down
4/5
I had listened to a few System of A Down songs prior to this album, but I really liked this. I didn't expect it to sound as well produced as it did, it doesn't sound too raw especially for a debut album. Serj Tankian's voice is really something. Love the guitar in DDevil.
Fave track(s): Suite-Pee, Spiders, Soil
David Bowie
5/5
Absolutely beautiful from beginning to end. You can really tell Bowie was giving it his all for his album. Unique instrumentals as well. Every song has this ethereal power to it. Really amazing album.
Fave track(s): 'Tis a Pity She Was a Whore, Girl Loves me, I Can't Give Everything
Don McLean
2/5
With complete honesty, I got a bit bored of this album after the first song. McLean has a beautiful voice and can definitely write a sad song, but other than that, I didn't find appeal.
Fave track(s): American Pie
Julian Cope
3/5
Overall a pretty alright album, but I feel that it dragged on longer than it should have. I didn't feel anything was too special besides the occasional experimentation.
Fave track(s): Safesurfer, You...
King Crimson
3/5
Really great album. The instrumentals are cool, I think my mind would have been blown if I listened to this when it came out. It would've been more digestible if the songs were shorter, but overall I liked every song.
Fave track(s): Epitaph, The Court of the Crimson King
Paul Weller
2/5
I didn't find anything too special about this and I found myself listening without acknowledging the names. Overall, it was good but nothing distinct.
Fave track(s): Shadow Of The Sun
Black Sabbath
4/5
This is my introduction to Black Sabbath, and it's pretty good. Even though it's what I expected, the riffs are awesome. I don't have much to say but great music.
Fave track(s): Cornucopia, Supernaut, Under the Sun
Meat Loaf
4/5
I enjoyed this more than I thought I would, but Paradise By the Dashboard Light is still my favorite. At times the lyrics were cheesy, but the instrumentals were great. Also, the album cover is good.
Fave track(s): Bat Out of Hell, Paradise By the Dashboard Light
Joy Division
3/5
Very dark album. I like it though, not too experimental or different but enjoyable nonetheless. Definitely something to listen to on rainy days.
Fave track(s): A Means to an End, The Eternal
The The
4/5
I didn't think I was going to like it because of the first track, but the other tracks were way better. Love the instrumentals in most tracks, especially the piano in Uncertain Smile. Not a fan of the album cover, though.
Fave track(s): Uncertain Smile, This Is The Day
Eagles
4/5
Wasn't expecting to like this as much as I did mainly because I didn't like Hotel California when I was growing up. After a good listen, I think I do appreciate it more, especially the instrumentals, which are great. Definitely dad music.
Fave track(s): Hotel California, New Kid in Town
Genesis
3/5
I didn't expect too much from the ratings, but I really liked this. This whole albums sounds like it's set in a fantasy land. It almost reminds me of Queen's first two albums. I don't know whether I'll come back to this but it was a fun listen.
Fave track(s): Dancing With The Moonlight Knight, The Cinema Show
Pulp
4/5
I was pleasantly surprised with this one. After being left confused with Pencil Skirt, I didn't expect it to get better, but it did. I pretty much liked each track for different reasons. Also, cool album cover.
Fave track(s): I Spy, Disco 2000, Live Bed Show, Bar Italia
Morrissey
3/5
Just seeing his face makes me annoyed, but I do have to admit that some of the songs on his album were really good. Not a fan of the album cover or name, but the music itself is alright for the most part.
Fave track(s): You're Gonna Need Someone on Your Side, I Know It's Gonna Happen Someday
The Smashing Pumpkins
4/5
Pretty great album but some of the songs blended together for me. Other than that, this album had some good riffs and lyrics.
Fave track(s): Geek U.S.A., Mayonaise
10cc
4/5
Very interesting sound but I'm into it. You can tell that they were really using their creativity for this. Overall, I enjoyed it.
Fave track(s): Clockwork Creep, Silly Love
Duran Duran
4/5
Full of iconic songs, all which were pretty different from each other. I also really liked the unique bass lines. Very poppy but really good regardless.
Fave track(s): My Own Way, Hungry Like The Wolf
Madness
3/5
Unique style, but some songs did blend. The lyrics were somewhat odd but I think it gives the album its charm. Also interesting instrumentals.
Fave track(s): Primrose Hill, Are You Coming With Me
Iron Maiden
3/5
Genuinely not as bad as people make it seem to be. This was my introduction to Iron Maiden and it's definitely less heavy than I expected but still good nonetheless. Nothing too special, but I like the guitar and bass riffs.
Fave track(s): Prowler, Strange World
The The
4/5
Genuinely a good album, but I will say that I enjoyed the instrumentals more than the vocals. All songs were unique and caught my attention
Fave track(s): Infected, Heartland, Slow Train to Dawn
New Order
3/5
The first track is extremely misleading for the rest of the album. Other than that, this felt very appropriate for the 80s. Not bad but not too memorable either.
Fave track(s): All the Way, Dream Attack
Talking Heads
4/5
Their style is so unique, you can't confuse them with anyone else. I like how some of the songs blend into the next. Overall very good. I can just imagine Byrne's dance moves.
Fave track(s): With Our Love, Warning Sign, Artists Only
4/5
Very interesting and unique style. Some of the lyrics threw me off but the instrumentals make up for it. Somewhat nostalgic but very quirky overall.
Fave track(s): She's Leaving Home, Being For The Benefit Of Mr.Kite!
Judas Priest
4/5
Very strong start with Rapid Fire. Nothing too different but it definitely has it's charm. Towards the end, the songs started to blend. Absolutely love the bass riffs, though. Also really cool album cover.
Fave track(s): Rapid Fire, Steeler
Can
4/5
I had only listened to Moonshake before this, and I hadn't realized there were only four songs. I might not listen to this again the whole way through, (or I may, who knows, for the ambience), but for one listen it was magical. Amazing instrumentals.
Fave track(s): Moonshake
Everything But The Girl
2/5
Really chill, but also everything blends in together. I didn't find anything special about this besides the quirky little instrumentals in the last few tracks. Overall okay, but forgettable.
Fave track(s): The Heart Remains A Child
Marianne Faithfull
3/5
Really unique voice, I genuinely really like it. Every song has it's own charm, and the lyrics are great. Also cool album cover.
Fave track(s): Brain Drain, What's The Hurry?
Echo And The Bunnymen
3/5
Very 80s and very simple, but I like it. A few songs blind blend together, though. I feel like it's definitely something that would get picked up easily during the time. I also really like the album cover.
Fave track(s): Monkeys
My Bloody Valentine
3/5
Better than the other MBV album I had listened to. The songs are more memorable and different. Really cool distortion.
Fave track(s): Cupid Come, [When You Wake] You're Still in a Dream, You Never Should
Steely Dan
3/5
Very peaceful listen with funky bass lines. The album cover doesn't match the music at all, but I still enjoyed it nonetheless. Maybe not something I would come back to, because all songs sounded at least a bit similar.
Fave track(s): Black Cow, Peg
Bee Gees
2/5
Definitely not what I expected when I saw this was Bee Gees. The music isn't bad but I wish there was more of a variety in sound, because most songs sound similar. Of course though, amazing voice.
Fave track(s): Suddenly, Lamplight
The Young Gods
1/5
I can't even lie, a lot of this sounds like circus music or something straight out of a children's movie. Not my cup of tea. Whoever is singing, his voice is way too harsh.
Fave track(s): Les enfants
Mike Oldfield
1/5
Was genuinely so confused upon seeing this. I guess the name of the album is pretty fitting. Not my thing, and I got bored of it pretty quickly.
No fave track.
Black Sabbath
3/5
Very fun instrumentals, and less heavy than I expected, but still really good. Sometimes I couldn't tell where a song ended, but regardless, it was a nice listen.
Fave track(s): N.I.B., Warning
Big Star
2/5
Not really my thing. It's not bad, I just can't get into it. There aren't many unique details. Also not a fan of the album cover.
Fave track(s): Big Black Car, Take Care
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
4/5
From the very start this doesn't sound like something from the 80s. Love the instrumentals on this even though its a shorter album.
Fave track(s): Souvenir, Joan of Arc
Sly & The Family Stone
4/5
Very funky and enjoyable to listen to. It's so groovy and the bass makes it all sound sort of sexy.
Fave track(s): Just Like a Baby
Van Morrison
3/5
I don't have much to say about this one but it was pretty alright. I blanked through most of it but it definitely wasn't awful. Too many of the songs were too long, though.
Fave track(s): The Way Young Lovers Do
Depeche Mode
4/5
Depeche Mode has such a distinct sound, and the way the vocals are produced are so cool. Not a single song sounded similar, and I also really liked most lyrics. Good album cover as well.
Fav track(s): Personal Jesus, Halo, Enjoy the Silence
Nico
2/5
I seriously could not tell where one song ended and the next started. Most were extremely similar and boring. Her voice is good and some of the instrumentals were cute, but overall nothing notable.
Fave track(s): Chelsea Girls
Throwing Muses
4/5
I really liked this one. It's always nice to see a female-led band on here. Hersh's voice here is great, and the riffs are pretty creative.
Fave track(s): Call Me, Green, Rabbits Dying
My mom is a huge fan of U2 so it was kind of a nice surprise seeing this and really delving into her music taste. I had only heard Beautiful Day before, but there are much better songs on here. Generally good album.
Fave track(s): Elevation
Rage Against The Machine
5/5
I remember one time my dad got mad at me because I had never sat down and listened to any Rage Against the Machine. I didn't expect this sound, though. Honestly, though, I loved the guitar riffs from the very beginning. I also love the album cover, really cool.
Fave track(s): Bombtrack, Know Your Enemy, Township Rebellion
The Specials
3/5
Different from anything I've ever heard. Really interesting approach but it works. It all sounds like something that could be in an animated movie soundtrack, in a good way.
Fave track(s): Man at C&A, I Can't Stand It
Sepultura
3/5
Really creative with the inclusion of Brazilian culture in both the music and album cover. While I don't think I would go back, I'm pretty impressed by this. The music video for Ratamahatta is also really cool.
Fave track(s): Attitude, Itsari
The Go-Betweens
3/5
Really chill album. Kind of nostalgic sounding even though I've never heard of the Go-Betweens. Generally good, but I wouldn't say there's something super unique.
Fave track(s): Love Goes On!, You Can't Say No Forever
Mekons
2/5
This was definitely not my thing. Of course it sounds very 80s, but besides that I just found it weird and off-putting. Some instrumentals were sort of interesting but I didn't like most of it. It was bearable, I guess.
Fave track(s): Darkness and Doubt
Love
2/5
It feels weird to hear my name in a song. The vocal style is definitely interesting, and the music itself isn't bad. It might just be the vocals throwing me off, not sure. For sure psychedelic.
Fave track(s): Stephanie Knows Who
4/5
Love the instrumentals in this but I do wish that the tracks were split into multiple. Obviously, the length is what gives them their charm, but I would pay more attention if they were separated.
Fave track(s): Close to the Edge
The Velvet Underground
2/5
An interesting album, especially with the poetry/story in the second track. I wouldn't really say I enjoyed this too much, though.
Fave track(s): Lady Godiva's Operation
Haircut 100
3/5
I would say this sounds like typical 80s music, but its also very funky. Also their sweaters in the Favourite Shirts music video are cute.
Fave track(s): Lemon Firebrigade, October Is Orange (Day 1 & 2)
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
Not my thing but definitely not bad. At first his singing kind of reminded me of Elvis, which isn't a bad thing, I just thought it was funny. Great guitar, too.
Fave track(s):Adam Raised a Cain
Yes
3/5
I won't lie, I kind of laughed upon hearing the bass riff in Roundabout mainly because I wasn't expecting it. Love the instrumentals and vocals.
Fave track(s): Roundabout
Happy Mondays
2/5
Pretty alright until Bob's Yer Uncle. The instrumentals are good but besides that nothing stuck out too much.
Fave track(s): Kinky Afro
The B-52's
5/5
Iconic, and I actually really enjoyed it. Very different from everything else. I had only heard Rock Lobster prior to this, but the rest of the songs are cool as well. Such a fun album.
Fave track(s): Rock Lobster, Lava, There's a Moon in the Sky (Called the Moon)
Throbbing Gristle
1/5
Genuinely don't understand what this was about. If this was a movie or video game soundtrack it would've been completely fine, but its not, and that's the problem. Some of the tracks are interesting but I can't even see it as musical instrumentals. It's just sound.
No fave track.
Simon & Garfunkel
3/5
Beautiful songs on this album. Personally not something I would listen to daily, but still good music nonetheless.
Fave track(s): El Condor Pasa (If I Could), Baby Driver
Roxy Music
3/5
Had never heard of Roxy Music before, but this is pretty good. Nothing bad but not the best thing either. Generally a good album, but the cover doesn't match the music at all.
Fave track(s): Out of the Blue
Paul Revere & The Raiders
3/5
I expected a much darker sound from this album just based on the cover, but I liked it nonetheless. Nothing too different, and it reminds me of earlier Beatles and Beach Boys. Overall pretty alright.
Fave track(s): Kicks, I'm Not Your Stepping Stone
Amy Winehouse
5/5
Amy's voice will always be so charming. Love the instrumentals, but it definitely wouldn't be anything without Amy herself. Amazing album, such a pleasant listen.
Fave track(s): Stronger Than Me, Fuck Me Pumps, In My Bed
Creedence Clearwater Revival
3/5
I was listening to these guys last week, so seeing them again was kind of surprising. Not a bad album. I liked the lyrics, but I didn't pay too much attention overall. Generally good.
Fave track(s): Tombstone Shadow, Sinister Purpose
James Taylor
4/5
Not exactly my thing, but this guy's voice is great. The songs were pretty much a good length. Not a fan of the name of album itself, though.
Fave track(s): Sunny Skies, Steamroller, Blossom
The Verve
3/5
Generally a good album with great vocals. Nothing stood out too much, but not in a bad way I guess. The album cover reminds me of Queen.
Fave track(s): Life's An Ocean, Stormy Clouds
Gary Numan
3/5
Really interesting sound. It gives me stereotypical space movie vibes. The album cover is cool; it clearly inspired more modern bands.
Fave track(s): Metal
Lightning Bolt
3/5
I thought this would be way worse than it actually was, just based on the reviews. Even though I do agree that most of it was just sound, some of the riffs are really cool and I actually enjoyed them. I might not come back to this but definitely not as bad as I expected.
Fave track(s): Assassins, Dracula Mountain
Alexander 'Skip' Spence
3/5
I love this guy's voice. The song's are pretty calm and nice listens. There's kind of a movie soundtrack vibe here as well. I would definitely consider buying this just to play it as background music.
Fave track(s): Tiger Rug, Weighted Down (The Prison Song)
Joan Armatrading
3/5
Generally good and really catchy (especially Water With The Wine, Love and Affection, and Tall In The Saddle). Love seeing female artists on here.
Fave track(s): Down to Zero, Save Me
Billy Bragg
2/5
There was kind of a country feeling here, so not really my vibe, but not bad nonetheless. The lyrics were pretty okay and I like the song titles.
Fave track(s): California Stars
Slipknot
4/5
Genuinely good, and better than their debut album. I will admit that some of the lyrics made me cringe a bit, but still not a bad album.
Fave track(s): Sulfur, Psychosocial, Gehenna
Van Halen
4/5
The fact this is just the first Van Halen album is mindblowing. The guitar in every song is amazing. I didn't expect it to be this good for a debut album, but I'm impressed.
Fave track(s): Eruption/You Really Got Me, I'm The One
Eels
4/5
Love the album cover, first of all. Nothing too special but a really good listen. Every song was unique, and the lyrics were entertaining.
Fave track(s): Mental
Blur
5/5
Beetlebum has always been one of my favorites, but this was the first time I had listened to this whole album. I enjoyed every single song, and liked it more that I expected. So many of these tracks are hauntingly charming.
Fave track(s): Beetlebum, Song 2, On Your Own, Death of A Party
Iggy Pop
3/5
There's something off about the album cover that I love. Besides that, this was a pretty alright album. I liked the random speaking parts in some songs.
Fave track(s): Some Weird Sin, Fall In Love With Me
Patti Smith
3/5
I didn't expect this from the punk and rock tags but I still liked it. Every song was unique and seldom boring. The first lyric in the first track blew me away. The anatomy imagery in Land was also pretty interesting, in a good way. Also cool album cover.
Fave track(s): Free Money, Kimberly
ZZ Top
3/5
Not too much stood out from one song to the next, but the guitar riffs are really cool. There's some funky bass in there too that I liked.
Fave track(s): I Got the Six, Dirty Dog
The Saints
5/5
Pretty strong start and I enjoyed all of the riffs. Everything is pretty catchy too. I had never heard of them but their name is cool. I don't know what it is about this album, but I loved almost everything.
Fave track(s): Memories Are Made of This, Private Affair, No, Your Product, Orstralia
4/5
I genuinely think the guitar riffs are amazing, but what doesn't make the whole album amazing is the lyrics and vocals. Some songs aren't too bad with the lyrics (the second half), though. The album cover, name, and intro are definitely interesting. They clearly aren't afraid of being strange or different, in a good way.
Fave track(s): The One, Take A Look Around, It'll Be OK
Robert Wyatt
4/5
I love how the album cover looks like an ancient scroll, but besides that, this was a generally good listen. I love how slightly sorrowful yet captivating each song was.
Fave track(s): Sea Song, A Last Straw
Paul Simon
2/5
Didn't pay much attention to this one mainly because it didn't stick out, but its not bad. Some of the songs, like Cars Are Cars were pretty questionable, though.
Fave track(s): When Numbers Get Serious
Minutemen
3/5
I was terrified at first at how long this album was, but the short tracks make it better. I loved the guitar and bass riffs in each track, but I didn't have a specific track that I was absolutely amazed by, and its probably because of the length. I admire the dedication to compiling this, though.
Fave track(s): The Glory of Man, Untitled Song for Latin America
The Magnetic Fields
3/5
I don't know why I decided it was a good idea to actually go along with with this and listen to the whole thing, but let it be known that it was agonizing. The music isn't bad, and lyrics were pretty interesting for the most part, but it was just too much for one go. I admire the dedication to even making this but goddamn.
Fave track(s): A Chicken With Its Head Cut Off, Meaningless, I Can't Touch You Anymore
Shack
3/5
Pretty alright. I have nothing bad to say about this, but there's also nothing too special. The vocals weren't my favorite, but the strings were beautiful.
Fave track(s): Lend's Some Dough
Alice Cooper
3/5
As strange as it was, I thought it was fun. The first three tracks were sort of boring, but the others had entertaining lyrics and cool guitar riffs. Weird but still enjoyable. Also, cool album cover.
Fave track(s): Billion Dollar Babies, Mary Ann
Can
3/5
Really interesting. The instrumentals were really cool and certain parts tickled my brain in a way.
Fave track(s): Halleluhwah
Hüsker Dü
4/5
Nothing too new from the rock genre, but still pretty cool nonetheless. I will say though, they I'm not a fan of album cover at all.
Fave track(s): Charity, Chastity, Prudence, and Hope, Too Much Spice, She Floated Away
My Bloody Valentine
3/5
They're clearly very into their distortion. Not bad at all, but the vocals weren't the main point of focus. Definitely better than their other stuff I had heard.
Fave track(s): Loomer, When You Sleep