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Thu Dec 29 2022
Qui sème le vent récolte le tempo
MC Solaar
Un bon album rapide avec une certaine originalité. Bien que si vous ne parlez pas français, je pense que vous auriez du mal. Je me sentais un peu répétitif au bout d'un moment.
3
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Fri Dec 30 2022
Rocks
Aerosmith
A good introduction to Aerosmith. None of their hits but a nice, well-rounded, guitar heavy set of tunes. Some would say it "Rocks". 😐🔫
3
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Mon Jan 02 2023
Soul Mining
The The
Felt like bad karaoke - gave it a chance but didn't enjoy at all...
2
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Tue Jan 03 2023
Yankee Hotel Foxtrot
Wilco
Enjoyable. An interesting mix of genres. Wouldn't rush to put it in my favourites but would listen again.
4
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Wed Jan 04 2023
The United States Of America
The United States Of America
Odd start and interludes, but for it's time, I'm sure this was a groundbreaking album. Enjoyable and quirky.
4
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Thu Jan 05 2023
Fever Ray
Fever Ray
Good for: Lift Music, Cinematic Landscape Shots and Contemplating your future
Bad for: Listening to as an album.
2
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Fri Jan 06 2023
Elvis Is Back
Elvis Presley
Not my style but I'm sure I would have understood the hype if I was around in the 60s!
3
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Mon Jan 09 2023
At Newport 1960
Muddy Waters
If you're a blues fan, this album is like the bible of your world.
I, however, am not.
Instrumentals too similar. Lyrics very simple. Pretty dull after a few tracks.
2
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Tue Jan 10 2023
Endtroducing.....
DJ Shadow
A glorious lucky dip of an album.
Whilst some tracks made me feel like I was in year 9 at school, set loose with an imagination and a Yamaha keyboard but this time, joined by an orchestra for good measure...
Others transported me to a sunny rooftop at a boujee cocktail bar, next to the River Thames... When I was young, and had money to be drinking at boujee cocktail bars next to the River Thames.
5
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Wed Jan 11 2023
Kings Of The Wild Frontier
Adam & The Ants
Gloriously 80s.
Nice range of tunes.
Brilliant to listen to on a rainy Tuesday
4
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Thu Jan 12 2023
Tea for the Tillerman
Cat Stevens
Cat Stevens, being one of the "founding fathers" of the British Folk scene, is a pioneer for his genre. Folk albums, even in the present day, use influences from Tea for the Tillerman, and it's very clear as to why.
A wonderful blend of story-telling, multi-instrumental solos and calming tunes. This album is a treat for both the ears and the soul.
4
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Fri Jan 13 2023
My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
Kanye West
I went into this album with open ears and a sense of eagerness about me. The only real experience I'd ever had of Kanye West was when he played one of the worst sets I've ever seen at Glastonbury - exhibiting a total lack of imagination or care for the festival and its audience. So, when this came up as the album of the day, I was actually quite excited to see what all the fuss was about.
Yes, I did listen to the full album (twice). Do I regret it? No, I do not. Will I be listening again in a hurry? No, I will not.
It was a great start - an intriguing voiceover, into an almost choral "Dark Fantasy" made for an enticing beginning. I was ready for my opinions and beliefs to be changed. But it was after track one that things started to go down hill. For the majority of tracks, the disjointed formula of "spoken/rap" > "dramatic music/breakdown" > "spoken/rap" became laborious and although there's no denying that there are SOME well composed tunes that save the whole thing, I did find myself going "oh god, not again" approximately half way in.
The top tier collaborations are worth noting too - I always love guests adding their own characteristics to an album but for me, it wasn't enough.
Overall, this album feels largely self-gratifying - with the overriding theme of the album being "look at how amazing I am - and if you don't agree, we'll have sex and everything will be okay".
I don't know - maybe at the wise old age of 28 I'm turning into a grumpy old man. But this certainly wasn't the album for me.
2
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Mon Jan 16 2023
2112
Rush
Ahhh - the good old days when it was the norm to have tracks that lasted over 20 minutes 😂
A good album by rush, the guitar riffs would be perfect for driving along a beach at sunset.
For me though, listening to this at work, most tracks ended up sounding similar and there was nothing that really jumped out at me for a repeat listen.
I liked it - but know considerably better albums of a similar genre.
3
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Tue Jan 17 2023
Ragged Glory
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Shame it's not on Spotify anymore, but luckily I've listened previously and enjoyed it!
4
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Wed Jan 18 2023
Real Life
Magazine
I enjoyed this album much more than I expected to, however, the vocals ruined it for me.
Whilst the instrumentation made for an interesting and quirky listen - the flat vocals made everything sound the same.
Shame really, it could have been great.
3
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Thu Jan 19 2023
Raw Power
The Stooges
Another guitar heavy album, but this time with real power, as the title suggests.
A short journey of just eight tracks, but a high-energy, electric one nonetheless.
Reminds me of one of my favourite movie soundtracks.
Great songs, great rhythm, great album!
4
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Fri Jan 20 2023
The New Tango
Astor Piazzolla
I imagine if you were present at the time of recording - you would marvel at the talent of these two extraordinary musicians. The dramatic scale of tension from one track to the next would create an atmosphere unparalleled to anything seen from a duo before. Listening to the applause between tracks they really did enjoy it.
For me though, as someone listening at home, I found this album a little trippy. Like I was in some kind of nightmare. I'd said yes to another pint of 8.2% scrumpy cider when really I should have been sensible and told the gang I was going home.
Who knows, maybe that's what they were going for? And if it was - well done to them.
At least I know where to go if I feel like an anxiety attack.
I won't be listening to this anytime soon, but really appreciate having something different come my way.
2
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Mon Jan 23 2023
With The Beatles
Beatles
The thing that struck me about this album is just how many songs have been covered by other artists.
It set the tone for the rest of the genre and changed music history forever.
Whilst it's not something I would actively choose to listen to, because I feel the industry has moved on, I do feel that it has its place in the legends book, and therefore deserves a high rating.
4
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Thu Jan 26 2023
Underwater Moonlight
The Soft Boys
An interesting album - with equally interesting lyrics.
The very simple instrumentals behind the lyrics made the whole thing quite repetitive and therefore no track really stood out for me.
Also, what were all the bonus tracks about - who would ever want or need 30 bonus tracks?!?!?!?!
3
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Fri Jan 27 2023
Hot Buttered Soul
Isaac Hayes
If any record producer wanted a masterclass into how to remaster an album, THIS IS IT. If I didn't know, I would have said it was recorded yesterday, with brilliant use of EQ, creating an "as live" feel.
Hot Buttered Soul is the perfect name for this album, achieving the warm gooey feeling inside that only Soul music can muster.
If there's one thing that stood out for me, it has to be the outstanding orchestral arrangements. It took each track to a whole different level and made it feel somewhat of a masterpiece.
I also loved the story telling intro of "By the time I get to Phoenix". For an album released quite so long ago, it has to have been one of the first albums to include this style.
The interview at the end is the icing on the cake. Isaac's effortless passion for his music shines through and brings the album to a close wonderfully.
The only negative, and the reason for a loss of star is simply due to the album being far too short. 4 real tracks, 2 repeats and an interview. This is more EP than album. I finished, but I wanted more.
4
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Mon Jan 30 2023
Phrenology
The Roots
I don't have too much to say about this album.
Nice mix of tunes - nice mix of styles.
Good for when you're feeling like an angsty teenager and just want to shout at people, but realise you have no friends, so you listen to this in your room whilst picking fights with your teddy bears.
4
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Tue Jan 31 2023
Low-Life
New Order
As a young man named Calvin Harris once said "It was acceptable in the 80s"
Lucky, this fine album by New Order continues to be acceptable today. So acceptable in fact that I rather enjoyed it.
Brilliant blend of catchy synth-pop tunes, with a surprise symphonic banger in the middle.
Please sir, can I have some more?
4
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Wed Feb 01 2023
She's So Unusual
Cyndi Lauper
As Cyndi Lauper said, during this album "Girls just wanna have fun"... Well I can tell you for sure, I know of many girls and boys that will have fun listening to this album
One of those albums that you go "Ohhhhh THAT'S who sang this song!!!!" A whole range of tunes that lighten your mood. Perfect for a cold winter's day.
4
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Thu Feb 02 2023
...Baby One More Time
Britney Spears
It's classic, it's cheesy, it's 90s fabulous - singing into your hairbrush whilst trying on your mums make-up questioning your sexuality... wait, what?!
4
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Fri Feb 03 2023
Ogden's Nut Gone Flake
Small Faces
An album once could describe as "silly" 😂 humourous lyrics throughout and I'm sure they would have been a joy to have seen live.
I'm not so sure this was a top album to listen to before I die, but nonetheless I appreciated the variety!
3
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Mon Feb 06 2023
Dire Straits
Dire Straits
Whenever you hear Dire Straits - Mark Knopfler's unmistakable voice, along with the classic lyrics and backing musical arrangements make for some fantastic tunes. This album was such a treat to listen to - hit after hit. Loved it.
5
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Tue Feb 07 2023
Veckatimest
Grizzly Bear
Enjoyable. I recognised quite a few songs from advertising, being a testament to how well composed they are.
4
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Wed Feb 08 2023
Only Built 4 Cuban Linx
Raekwon
This album changed my life.
It was so aggressive and made me feel anger I've never felt before, so I went outside, punched a toddler and ended up in Police custody.
I am writing this between my bail and sentencing date. Thanks a lot 1001 albums. See you on the other side.
2
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Thu Feb 09 2023
The Gilded Palace Of Sin
The Flying Burrito Brothers
Traditional Country and Western style - a positive start that got repetitive about two songs in.
Great at naming bands - terrible at playing music.
2
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Fri Feb 10 2023
A Short Album About Love
The Divine Comedy
I've got to admit, I didn't really "get" it. Was it a satirical album? Was it meant to be funny?
I enjoyed some of the tunes, but the fact it was so short as well made it feel a half-arsed attempt at an album.
Certainly not in the top albums to listen to before I die!!!
2
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Mon Feb 13 2023
I'm Your Man
Leonard Cohen
So I'm at a bar and I hear what sounds like my creepy uncle, doing karaoke, after getting on the whisky at 5pm.
This is before I realise I'm wrong and they've just put on I'm Your Man by Leonard Cohen on the sound system.
2
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Tue Feb 14 2023
Surfer Rosa
Pixies
Pretty decent mix of tunes. Rated lower because I much prefer some of their other albums but still enjoyed it.
3
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Wed Feb 15 2023
Group Sex
Circle Jerks
I appreciate punk, and this album encapsulates the feeling of rebellion that the genre often brings.
15 minutes though? That's not an album, that's an EP. Feels insulting to the listener.
2
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Thu Feb 16 2023
Made In Japan
Deep Purple
I have never been more conflicted by listening to an album.
There were moments where I marvelled at their quite frankly stunning musicianship. However, others where I couldn't help but think the whole thing felt self-indulgent.
2 hours of a man imitating the sound of a guitar. His vocal range seemed impressive the first time he did it, but after 10 minutes, it felt like a chore.
1 star for being legends, 1 star for amazing music, 1 star for some classic tunes but that'll do. I just hope the crowd enjoyed it
3
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Fri Feb 17 2023
Armed Forces
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
I saw Elvis Costello live once and hated it - but surprised myself by enjoying this album.
Upbeat, non offensive music. Quite jolly. Can't grumble.
4
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Mon Feb 20 2023
Play
Moby
Pioneer of the moody soundtrack, creator of the "I keep hearing this bloody song but I've no idea who it is or where it comes from because it doesn't have any words"... Moby's Play ticks all the right boxes where electronic ambient music is concerned.
Losing one star because there are better albums of a similar genre out there, but this was certainly a nice surprise to have pop up today.
4
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Tue Feb 21 2023
The Beach Boys Today!
The Beach Boys
There's no denying that you only need to be listening to The Beach Boys for the time it takes you to say "oh fuck, it's The Beach Boys" to know it's them.
The iconic harmonies, the voices that sound like they've trapped their bollocks in a car door, it's all very familiar. And for that - a solid 2 stars.
Where I draw the line is that every song sounds the same, and every song has the same lyrics but in a different order.
"There's a pretty girl, I wonder if she's into me"
"If I look good, will that pretty girl notice me"
"I wonder if we could get together and gang rape that woman"
SING SOMETHING DIFFERENT FOR THE LOVE OF GOD
Anyway, I'm sure the album was a popular classic at the time.
It just aged like the crusty bed sheets of a brothel.
2
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Wed Feb 22 2023
White Blood Cells
The White Stripes
Fantastic album from start to finish. Really engaging and listenable. A brilliant length that felt like half the time.
A new band on my radar, time to listen to their back catalogue!!
5
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Thu Feb 23 2023
Copper Blue
Sugar
Loved this album! A true fusion of the top rock bands of the 90s.
Reminded me a mix of Manic Street Preachers, a bit of REM with some slightly heavier surprises added in.
Great stuff.
5
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Fri Feb 24 2023
Back In Black
AC/DC
Classic. High tempo. Great lyrics.
Made me feel like I was driving down the autobahn at 200 miles an hour.
Great album.
5
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Mon Feb 27 2023
Protection
Massive Attack
Meh. Wanted to like this so much more than I did. Good for background music, but I didn't feel much went into the mix, not very original.
3
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Tue Feb 28 2023
Rumours
Fleetwood Mac
I can only echo what I'm sure everyone else has said about this iconic album.
Fantastic from start to finish.
I hope that every single person that got to see them live, treasured the opportunity and memories.
5
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Wed Mar 01 2023
Every Picture Tells A Story
Rod Stewart
You know what... I can't fucking stand Rod Stewart. But this album made me see it's that I hate him, his inability to sing, and complete overexposure NOW rather than his albums that came out in the 70s.
Enjoyed this more than I thought I would.
3
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Thu Mar 02 2023
Africa Brasil
Jorge Ben Jor
Yeah it was okay. Instrumentals were fun, but difficult to get into overall
3
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Fri Mar 03 2023
Dummy
Portishead
I genuinely hated this album.
I found Beth Gibbons' vocals became really winey after a while and the identity of the album felt really confused. Am I a soundtrack for a film? Am I hip-hop? Am I having a breakdown so I'm going to throw it all together and hope it sounds good. Yeah, that, that one.
It did not sound good.
1
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Mon Mar 06 2023
To Pimp A Butterfly
Kendrick Lamar
Thought I'd hate this album.
I thought it was going to be Kanye West 2.0 where self gratification is the main goal.
Fortunately for me I was very pleasantly surprised...
A delicate blend of music, poetry, powerful speeches and heartfelt dreams. Yeah sure, there were too many N bombs, and in my opinion, an over abundance of pussy and dick references.
BUT overall it was a good listen.
4
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Tue Mar 07 2023
Born In The U.S.A.
Bruce Springsteen
Fantastic album from start to finish, didn't get repetitive as I thought it would.
5*
5
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Wed Mar 08 2023
Blood Sugar Sex Magik
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Absolutely brilliant album. Rocking, funky, great lyrics, takes me back to band practice at my nans house. Good times.
5
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Thu Mar 09 2023
Under Construction
Missy Elliott
I'm not going to pretend I'm some sort of hip-hop virtuoso, and maybe it's just that this album wasn't written for "someone like me" - but it's not an album I'll rush back to anytime soon, it definitely has its merits though.
Pros - this album almost seems to be educational to its listeners. It knows its target audience (young women) and tries to teach them not to be fucked around.
The no nonsense attitude of Missy Elliot shines through and ultimately makes this album fiercely defiant, especially for the time it was written.
The collaborations were spot on, and each guest lends another element to each track.
Cons - Generally the theme of this album got to me. Whilst each song sounded very different, track after track we heard the same sort of thing. "I want to be with you, do you want to be with me?" "I'm a strong independent woman, I don't need no man, but I still want to sleep with you" Zzzzzz
4* for originality and song structures
Losing the star for churning over the same old themes over and over again.
4
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Fri Mar 10 2023
The Notorious Byrd Brothers
The Byrds
Byrd Brothers? More like boring brothers. If I was listening to this album as a lullaby soundtrack it would be spot on.
The monotone voices sent me into a lovely slumber. Unfortunately though I was at work and have since lost my job. I blame the Byrds and their shitty album.
2
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Mon Mar 13 2023
Gunfighter Ballads And Trail Songs
Marty Robbins
Wonderful set from Marty Robbins. Would be great for a Western Soundtrack. Lots of Elvis vibes.
4
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Tue Mar 14 2023
I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You
Aretha Franklin
Yeah fine. A couple of classics on there but certainly not an album I'd listen to again in a hurry.
3
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Wed Mar 15 2023
Sound Affects
The Jam
Fantastic album - love The Jam anyway but this album feels rebellious, unique and fun.
5
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Thu Mar 16 2023
In It For The Money
Supergrass
This made me feel like I was standing in front of the pyramid stage at Glastonbury Festival, watching the best live set of my life.
I had completely underestimated Supergrass until I listened to this album.
Fantastic.
5
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Fri Mar 17 2023
We Are Family
Sister Sledge
An album stuffed full of disco classics. Great for a Saturday night on the dance floor.
As a full album most songs sound similar.
It would be very difficult to tell them apart.
4
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Mon Mar 20 2023
Golden Hour
Kacey Musgraves
A nice well-rounded album - soulful voice, wonderful blend of styles.
4
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Tue Mar 21 2023
Since I Left You
The Avalanches
An obvious 5 for me.
Interesting twists and turns throughout. Completely innovative.
Loved it.
5
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Wed Mar 22 2023
The Hour Of Bewilderbeast
Badly Drawn Boy
No doubt about it, it's a good album. But I can't get over the fact he's a complete arsehole in real life and completely and utterly terrible life.
Sorrynotsorry
3
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Fri Mar 24 2023
Stankonia
OutKast
I'm still undecided about this album.
Whilst some tracks I found groovy and catchy, others were so repetitive and dull.
I get what they were trying to do with interludes and breaks, tying the album up into a free flowing show. But for me, there were too many dud tracks to rate it any higher than a 3.
3
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Mon Mar 27 2023
C'est Chic
CHIC
I really, really wanted to like this album. An initial funky bass riff kicks things off, and it feels exciting, discoriffic, and reminiscent (if you're of that age)...
But after about 15 seconds, things turn sour.
We get, you're called Chic. We don't need to be reminded.
After a minute of repetition I started to feel like I was in a class for those with Alzheimer's. What was your name again? Oh yeah YOU'VE TOLD US FOUR HUNDRED TIMES.
Anyway, maybe things will get better in the next track. I really hope so because it's almost six minutes long. Nope. Turns out Le Freak wins the award for the most repetitive song of the 1970s.
I shouldn't be too horrible. The music was catchy in some parts. For about 23 seconds. Before feeling like I'd fallen into a recurring nightmare involving a stack of loop pedals and some disco singers.
To some up, this album was uninspiring, repetitive and generally quite dull.
I listened to the end, in hope it got better, but instead I ended up wasting my life. I'll try not to 'Freak Out' on my way out.
1
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Tue Mar 28 2023
In The Wee Small Hours
Frank Sinatra
Meh. A classic for the reasons everyone knows about but the album as a whole is disappointing and dull.
3
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Wed Mar 29 2023
Among The Living
Anthrax
If you want something to get your heart racing so much that you start to see a bright light hurling towards you... this is the album for you!
4
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Thu Mar 30 2023
Treasure
Cocteau Twins
An ethereal wonderland of songs - making you question meaning whilst making you feel as though you're heading out on a mystical adventure.
Brilliant layering of instruments and special effects. I shall be listening to more of their back catalogue.
4
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Fri Mar 31 2023
Beautiful Freak
Eels
Shrek did this album and Eels a LOT of favours.
Overall I enjoyed the album but there are, without a doubt, some weak link songs.
3
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Mon Apr 03 2023
Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs
Derek & The Dominos
Didn't upset my ears, but neither did it soothe my soul.
3
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Tue Apr 04 2023
American IV: The Man Comes Around
Johnny Cash
I enjoyed this a surprising amount. Before I thought JC was ring of fire and that's it, but this was a lot more than that.
4
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Fri Apr 07 2023
Ananda Shankar
Ananda Shankar
No doubt this album is a favourite in Indian restaurants, to really give that """"authentic"""" vibe.
For me though, as someone who isn't a particular fan of the sitar, this album was a flop. Once you've heard one track, you've heard them all.
Nothing exciting or new. Felt like a demos track on my Yamaha keyboard.
1
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Mon Apr 10 2023
It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back
Public Enemy
As hip hop albums go, I did enjoy moments of this one. But over an hour was a bit too long for me. Felt very repetitive after a while.
3
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Tue Apr 11 2023
Remain In Light
Talking Heads
A decent album with a couple of bangers, but nothing that really got me going...
3
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Wed Apr 12 2023
Electric Music For The Mind And Body
Country Joe & The Fish
Some proper psychedelic absurdist shit that would probably sound great if you were up to your teeth in mushrooms.
Sadly I wasn't.
2
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Thu Apr 13 2023
Strangeways, Here We Come
The Smiths
Some proper classics on this album. I have mad respect for The Smiths for making depressing and dismal lyrics sound fantastic
4
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Fri Apr 14 2023
Like Water For Chocolate
Common
Meh. I enjoyed it for the first half.
It was punchy and fresh.
As it went on though, the rubbish tracks were left for last.
If it was half the length, and the goodies kept in, it would have been an entirely different scenario.
3
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Wed Apr 19 2023
Fred Neil
Fred Neil
Some good old fashioned bluegrass folk. Free flowing album where each track had a similar edge, but different enough to make it feel unique. Enjoyable.
4
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Thu Apr 20 2023
The Infotainment Scan
The Fall
Pretty good album as a whole. Like many on here, they put all the bangers first but a decent listen when going on a walk.
3
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Fri Apr 21 2023
Another Green World
Brian Eno
There's no denying that Brian Eno is a music legend, he is responsible for some of the best known masterpieces, ever.
I really enjoyed the experimental nature of this album, and whilst some tracks did give me "alarm clock at 5am vibes" others were the perfect backing to my day.
4
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Mon Apr 24 2023
The Slim Shady LP
Eminem
An album of it's time, but certainly not one I'd listen to now.
3
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Tue Apr 25 2023
Getz/Gilberto
Stan Getz
I enjoyed this album a surprising amount.
It's not usually the genre I'd go for, but the combination of enticing vocals and unique instrumental arrangement made for a wonderful listen.
I felt like I was in an artisan cafe in the middle Paris.
4
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Wed Apr 26 2023
Welcome To The Pleasuredome
Frankie Goes To Hollywood
I was undecided for so long whether to go 4 or 5 with this album, but you know what? It's a classic.
So many legendary tunes. Flows well.
Powerful album
5
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Thu Apr 27 2023
The Score
Fugees
Same old stereotypical 90s R n B album, drugs, guns, corruption, fuck the police - nothing unique, same beat throughout.
3 stars for a couple of gems. But mostly dull.
3
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Fri Apr 28 2023
Bert Jansch
Bert Jansch
Some well written songs that were unfortunately overshadowed by the similar instrumental backing throughout.
Became very monotonous very quickly.
2
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Mon May 01 2023
Melody A.M.
Röyksopp
One of those albums you go "ohhhhhh THAT'S who wrote this song" all the way through.
Fantastic backing music to your day
5
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Tue May 02 2023
Siembra
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades
It's very rare for me to dance instead of walk to work. This album gave me those vibes to let go, and dance all the way. Fantastic.
5
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Wed May 03 2023
Drunk
Thundercat
I'm still not really sure if this was a piss take of the genre or not. So many silly and often ridiculous songs that didn't make sense. But I found the different take on the genre refreshing...
4
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Thu May 04 2023
The Wildest!
Louis Prima
3
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Fri May 05 2023
The Trinity Session
Cowboy Junkies
Completely dull
Great songs turned boring
Great for lullaby's bad for literally anything else
1
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Mon May 08 2023
The Poet
Bobby Womack
A nice set of jolly songs. Shame two have been taken off Spotify
4
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Tue May 09 2023
Definitely Maybe
Oasis
No question about it. This album IS Oasis.
5
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Wed May 10 2023
Hypnotised
The Undertones
Enjoyable but slightly forgettable
3
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Thu May 11 2023
World Clique
Deee-Lite
Yeah alright, but one of those 4/4 disco beats album that stays the same throughout
2
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Fri May 12 2023
Wild Wood
Paul Weller
4
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Tue May 16 2023
The Visitors
ABBA
3
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Wed May 17 2023
Station To Station
David Bowie
Not his best but great to hear a remaster.
Well rounded album
4
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Thu May 18 2023
I Should Coco
Supergrass
A pretty standard album from an otherwise great band
3
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Fri May 19 2023
Tidal
Fiona Apple
3
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Tue May 23 2023
All Directions
The Temptations
3
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Fri Jul 14 2023
Exit Planet Dust
The Chemical Brothers
Love the chemical brothers but.for this album, it just sounded like one same song
3
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Mon Jul 17 2023
Brilliant Corners
Thelonious Monk
It was a little bit like one of those acts you'd walk past in the street, nod, say "wow, they're talented" then walk on and never think about them again.
2
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Tue Jul 18 2023
The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill
3
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Wed Jul 19 2023
Live At The Harlem Square Club
Sam Cooke
Felt like I was there - great album!
4
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Thu Jul 20 2023
Hunting High And Low
a-ha
5
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Wed Jan 31 2024
McCartney
Paul McCartney
No classics but a reasonably pleasant listen
3
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Thu Feb 01 2024
One Nation Under A Groove
Funkadelic
This is not an album - it's one song, repeated. Great for ticking one off the list, bad for enhancing your life with the joys of music.
2
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Fri Feb 02 2024
Before And After Science
Brian Eno
I had a love hate relationship with this album. The tracks were all so different, I didn't know which way to turn.
3
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Mon Feb 05 2024
Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness
The Smashing Pumpkins
It blows my mind how a band can produce a 2 hour long album, and it be so versatile and dynamic throughout. A brilliant listen.
4
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Tue Feb 06 2024
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
Elton John
I'm not sure how you could give the genius work of Elton John any less than a 5. So many classics.
5
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Thu Feb 08 2024
Rejoicing In The Hands
Devendra Banhart
I really wanted to like this. The melodic guitar and moody yet soulful rhythms are right up my street, but as the album went on, one track merged into another and I got more and more disappointed.
No stand out tracks and about as far away from "must listen" as possible.
2
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Fri Feb 09 2024
Desperate Youth, Blood Thirsty Babes
TV On The Radio
I was optimistic with the start of this album. It sounded unique, different, special. But as it went on, I just wanted it to end. Why produce an album if you only have one song with a couple of variations to it?
2
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Mon Feb 12 2024
Maggot Brain
Funkadelic
This is what I can only imagine a bad trip feels like. I appreciate the experimental nature of the music. But 2 minutes of fart noises and coughing? Come on guys.
3
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Tue Feb 13 2024
Natty Dread
Bob Marley & The Wailers
A pioneering album for the whole genre.
Whilst I don't like too much reggae in my collection, this was enjoyable for the most part.
4
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Thu Feb 15 2024
Shake Your Money Maker
The Black Crowes
Not a band I've listened to before but enjoyed the album from start to finished. I imagine they'd be a great festival band.
Will explore some more of their work.
5
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Fri Feb 16 2024
Songs From The Big Chair
Tears For Fears
Full of 80s bangers. Made me realise why my parents hate the modern day music industry.
5
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Mon Feb 19 2024
Come Away With Me
Norah Jones
Meh. Yes it was a relaxing album, and there's no denying that Norah has a beautiful voice but the whole album felt so samey, by the final song I couldn't wait for it to end.
3
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Tue Feb 20 2024
Superunknown
Soundgarden
A generally well composed album. Enjoyed the variation of all tracks.
4
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Thu Feb 22 2024
90
808 State
2
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Thu Feb 29 2024
System Of A Down
System Of A Down
An album that completely changed the genre forever. Even better live. Sugar.
5
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Fri Mar 01 2024
1999
Prince
Up there with some of the classics, but just for one or two tracks. I certainly felt a samey vibe towards the end.
3
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Tue Mar 05 2024
Catch A Fire
Bob Marley & The Wailers
3
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Wed Mar 06 2024
Bright Flight
Silver Jews
Not really sure how I felt about this album. Poor start which meant I wasn't really engaged throughout. The occasional banger which took me by surprise.
Good for a lazy Sunday, bad for getting you going in the morning.
3
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Thu Mar 07 2024
AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted
Ice Cube
I went through the motions with this album. A great opener put me in good spirits that I'd finally found a rap album I might like. Fast forward to song two and beyond, I very quickly realised this was more misogynistic parody than a serious work of art.
Top 1001 album? Come on guys. Why are we exposing this? Do better.
1
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Fri Mar 08 2024
Risque
CHIC
Well I feel quite the fool. If I knew I could make millions of pounds and tour extensively just by using the same few chords in a different order, my life would be changed for ever. Good work Chic, you've got me this time.
2
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Mon Mar 11 2024
Beggars Banquet
The Rolling Stones
A nice selection of tunes from a legendary band
4
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Tue Mar 12 2024
Arthur (Or the Decline and Fall of the British Empire)
The Kinks
A surprisingly entertaining and engaging set of tunes. Meaningful lyrics and catchy melodies. Great stuff.
5
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Wed Mar 13 2024
Abraxas
Santana
It's hard to rate an album with so little depth. Sure, the music is easy to dance to and cheers you up on a miserably British rainy day. But skip forward a few tracks and you realise it doesn't get any better.
3
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Thu Mar 14 2024
Come Find Yourself
Fun Lovin' Criminals
It's a classic 90s album. No more no less.
3
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Fri Mar 15 2024
Joan Baez
Joan Baez
Typical 60s folky album. Good for a couple of meaningful tunes but the album just felt a little whiney and samey as a whole.
2
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Mon Mar 18 2024
The Queen Is Dead
The Smiths
Completely unexpectedly loved this album! Got into it from the first track and everything that followed was brilliant.
5
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Tue Mar 19 2024
Ready To Die
The Notorious B.I.G.
This album is basically everything that is wrong with modern day culture. Terrible from start to finish.
1
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Wed Mar 20 2024
Something/Anything?
Todd Rundgren
I loved the many different elements of this album. The crazy, psychedelic 60s vibe, with some tracks that sounded like that could have been released yesterday.
Some proper catchy ear worm instrumentals we well as great story telling lyrics.
I'll give it a second listen.
4
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Thu Mar 21 2024
Dig Your Own Hole
The Chemical Brothers
3
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Mon Mar 25 2024
Songs Of Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen
This monotone and creepy album did not make my ears happy.
2
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Tue Mar 26 2024
Rust Never Sleeps
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
A good all rounder.
4
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Wed Mar 27 2024
Tom Tom Club
Tom Tom Club
2