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Tue Feb 28 2023
Sheer Heart Attack
Queen
Quite melodic with beautiful sounds - especially from Brian May's screaming guitar and Fredies iconic voice. You know you're listening to early Queen, with their incredible sound and brilliant chord progressions. It's a very good record, but not quite as good, for me, as their next one, "A Night at the Opera".
3
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Wed Mar 01 2023
Unknown Pleasures
Joy Division
A couple of nice Joy Division stereotypical songs start the record, then comes the hard-to-hear vocals on top of some decent dirge... then a few more pretty good songs. I'll add the first few cuts to my library but won't add the record.
3
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Wed Mar 01 2023
Abbey Road
Beatles
My first of 1001 records to listen to. Nice choice. Of course, it's often considered by many to be the best album of all time...
Being a major Beatles fan, I love this record. It's not my favorite Beatles album, though.
Opening with, "Come Together", puts me in a place of comfort. My memories of past listens, environments, etc. are heightened.
While listening, I'm in "work mode", so it's obviously great to hear while in that mode. I love to listen to this record while doing nothing, too. So very versatile. Classic!
5
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Thu Mar 02 2023
The White Album
Beatles
1/2 5 Star - 1/2 4 Star, with a 3 Star in there... So 4 1/2 stars.
Obviously, I don't have to say much about my love for the Beatles. This record is not a fit for every day, or for some activities... but it sure is a great listen when you're into it.
4
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Thu Mar 02 2023
Femi Kuti
Femi Kuti
Right off the bat, just by the album cover, I know it's not something that I'm used to listening to. In the desire to expand my musical diversity, I started listening to it.
The first song has a nice beat and a catchy rhythm. With R&B, reggae, and of course, African beats, it's a nice blend of sounds.
After more time listening throughout the day, I like the vibes. Jazzy, rasta, big band-ish, calypso, etc. Nice to hear while working. I could see situations where this might be nice to hear outside with friends.
3
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Fri Mar 03 2023
Bongo Rock
Incredible Bongo Band
Decent grooves. Another good background record.
3
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Fri Mar 03 2023
Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs
Derek & The Dominos
I have never listened to this record. Of course, I've heard the popular songs on the album, but never listened to the whole record in one sitting. Let's do it.
First, note - not a fan of Eric Clapton's voice. Never have been.
Second, note - not a big fan of twangy guitar rock. I can understand the popularity of this record, but it's not for me.
Had to turn it off after the 4th song.
2
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Sat Mar 04 2023
The Stone Roses
The Stone Roses
4
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Sun Mar 05 2023
Off The Wall
Michael Jackson
Some great stuff here: "Don't Stop Till you get Enough", and "Rock with You"... It's not enough to give it 4 stars, though.
3
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Mon Mar 06 2023
Endtroducing.....
DJ Shadow
Nice beats. Good to hear different than the usual stuff. Had it on while doing stuff - nice.
3
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Mon Mar 06 2023
Let It Bleed
The Rolling Stones
This is the first time I've heard this whole record. Starts out great, and ends great, but the middle goes into some country blues that I'm not a fan of.
3
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Tue Mar 07 2023
Shaft
Isaac Hayes
Nice jammin' stuff. Starts with "Theme from Shaft" - classic. Nice grooves follow. Great to hear while getting stuff done.
3
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Tue Mar 07 2023
The Specials
The Specials
The Specials, and similar bands, were not much of my thing as a whole genre. I like to hear, "A Message to you Rudy", on occasion, but for the most part, I wouldn't listen to the whole record.
3
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Wed Mar 08 2023
Led Zeppelin II
Led Zeppelin
LED ZEPPELIN!!! Enough said!
5
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Thu Mar 09 2023
The Rising
Bruce Springsteen
Just ok. Maybe in the background while cleaning...
3
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Fri Mar 10 2023
All Hope Is Gone
Slipknot
Thrash Metal. Nope.
1
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Mon Mar 13 2023
Dig Your Own Hole
The Chemical Brothers
Dance music, eh?
I'm not typically a fan of dance music in general. Of course, when in Rome...
I'm in SEMO now, not Rome, so it's not something I'll keep listening too. First cut, familiar tune - good beats. Good sound. Let's see how far I can make it.
Made it to the 2nd song. Done.
2
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Tue Mar 14 2023
If I Should Fall From Grace With God
The Pogues
Except for track 4: Fairy Tale of NY, this record is not my cup of tea. Truthfully, this music genre kills my soul. I am not a fan. It kinda hurts.
1
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Wed Mar 15 2023
The Bends
Radiohead
YES! Come on! Classic Radiohead.
From song one to the end, it's filled with 5-star songs. This is a great album start to finish!
5
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Thu Mar 16 2023
Faith
George Michael
4
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Fri Mar 17 2023
Haunted Dancehall
The Sabres Of Paradise
3
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Mon Mar 20 2023
The Poet
Bobby Womack
Opening track: So Many Sides of you. Nice sound. Great rhythm.
I can see myself listening to this record from time to time - especially in the right environment. Great party music.
I can also see myself listening to this while working. Great background stuff.
3
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Tue Mar 21 2023
Rumours
Fleetwood Mac
Like any classic record, listening to "Rumours" immediately brings back memories of the time when I heard it everywhere. This record has all the Feels that a classic record should have. It really doesn't get old. Even the lesser-rated songs are nice to hear. Also, "Rumours" is a great record to listen to from start to finish. I gave it a 4-star because a few songs are just okay. Great, but not worthy of a 5, which is HOF.
4
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Wed Mar 22 2023
Vanishing Point
Primal Scream
I have never heard of this band. At first, it looks like it should be a metal record. It isn't. It's listed as "Alternative". So, the first song starts. Yes, alternative. The first few songs are pretty good: Good beats, groove, and sound. The next songs are just mediocre. It's good to be able to hear stuff like this from time to time.
3
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Thu Mar 23 2023
Cheap Thrills
Big Brother & The Holding Company
Great album cover. Ok songs. Janis Joplin was involved. Still not interested in listening. If I hear it on the radio, I might keep it on, but not going to listen to the whole record. Not my jam.
2
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Fri Mar 24 2023
Blood Sugar Sex Magik
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Yeah, just ok. Good funky alternative. Great iconic hits in there as well. But, again, I gotta be in the mood.
3
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Mon Mar 27 2023
Clandestino
Manu Chao
I'm not in the "Worldwide" genre at the moment. This might be good for dinner music in the background, but that doesn't happen much in my world.
2
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Mon Apr 10 2023
The Downward Spiral
Nine Inch Nails
Bowie, Iggy inspired NiN. Can cause headaches, but good stuff. Has a couple of 4 stars on it, but not enough to rate 4.
3
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Tue Apr 11 2023
Abbey Road
Beatles
In my opinion, “Revolver” is a better record by a small margin, but this record stands as one of the best ever - for very good reason. It’s a masterpiece.
5
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Wed Apr 12 2023
Ragged Glory
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Pretty good Neil Young stuff. Nothing stands out on this record for me, just some predictable, common Neil Young sound.
3
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Thu Apr 13 2023
Playing With Fire
Spacemen 3
At first listen, the alternative sound of grungy guitar riffs, moderate tempo, and clean production was inviting. Nice sound... but pretty boring. Nothing really to keep me listening.
2
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Fri Apr 14 2023
KIWANUKA
Michael Kiwanuka
Nice soul record. Good production. Great voice.
3
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Mon Apr 17 2023
Marcus Garvey
Burning Spear
Nice classic reggae music from 1975.
3
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Tue Apr 18 2023
System Of A Down
System Of A Down
I tried to listen... lasted minutes. Good hard rock sound... then I heard the scream metal. Did a quickie through the starred songs... yep. enough for me.
1
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Wed Apr 19 2023
Another Music In A Different Kitchen
Buzzcocks
Don't know anything really about the Buzzcocks, other than knowing who they are, and knowing that they're in a genre that I don't rarely listen to.
It's nice to hear. It's a good listen. But, Punk is not much of a genre that I attract to.
3
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Thu Apr 20 2023
Truth
Jeff Beck
Great blues record! Never heard before today. Added to library! My first Jeff Beck whole record listen.
4
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Fri Apr 21 2023
Rejoicing In The Hands
Devendra Banhart
Never heard of the artist or record. On first listen... A nice mellow record. Singer has a nice voice... music is acoustic guitar driven. I will not listen to this again, as it's not my favorite groove... but decent sounding. Get's a little annoying after 1 song or so...
2
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Mon Apr 24 2023
The Stranger
Billy Joel
Love this record, and the songs on it are welcoming when I hear them in random play mode. It's such a great album to listen from start to finish, too.
4
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Tue Apr 25 2023
Fisherman's Blues
The Waterboys
Good beats and grooves, but the pop Irish sound doesn't do it for me.
2
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Wed Apr 26 2023
Faust IV
Faust
It's just ok. Nothing that moves me to listen to.
2
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Thu Apr 27 2023
A Girl Called Dusty
Dusty Springfield
I was not able to find this record on Apple Music, so I played her 1966 record, "You don't have to say you love me." I listened to one song. Yeah, not my thing.
2
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Fri Apr 28 2023
Gorillaz
Gorillaz
Decent record.
3
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Mon May 01 2023
The Beach Boys Today!
The Beach Boys
If any of these songs show up on a shuffle, or the radio, I may listen... but to hear the whole record at one sitting... I make it to the 2nd song and am done with it.
2
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Tue May 02 2023
Exile On Main Street
The Rolling Stones
If I was a Stones fan, this would probably be one of my faves. But I'm not. It's a very good blues-driven rock and roll album, with classics on it... but for me, it's just a decent record. Nice to hear from start to finish, though.
3
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Wed May 03 2023
Tellin’ Stories
The Charlatans
Decent stuff. Pretty typical 90's alternative, but nothing on the record is amazing. Didn't add any songs to my library.
3
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Thu May 04 2023
Funeral
Arcade Fire
An amazing debut album from one of my fave bands. It's very close to a perfect record, except for a couple of so-so songs.
4
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Fri May 05 2023
Goodbye And Hello
Tim Buckley
Listened to the first track, then the starred ones... Typical 60's anti-war pop, without a popular track on it. Not my cup.
1
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Mon May 08 2023
Hot Buttered Soul
Isaac Hayes
The opening track, "Walk on By": Great beat and rhythm start it out, then Isaac's dreamy, soulful, voice appears.
I think this will be a party-type, background record to listen to in the future. Decent stuff.
3
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Tue May 09 2023
At Newport 1960
Muddy Waters
Some awesome Blues! From one of the greatest!
3
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Wed May 10 2023
461 Ocean Boulevard
Eric Clapton
The record starts out with, "Motherless Children", which is a fine song. Then, a couple of mediocre songs... then, "I Shot the Sheriff" (classic). Then some more mediocre blues rock stuff.
3
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Thu May 11 2023
Liege And Lief
Fairport Convention
At first listen: Nope! Tried to hear more... Nope!
1
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Fri May 12 2023
B-52's
The B-52's
Yeah. Fun B-52's music. Rock Lobster! Other than that song, the rest is just okay.
3
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Mon May 15 2023
American Beauty
Grateful Dead
I tried. I gave it a few songs. Decent for Grateful Dead. But not a Deadhead.
3
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Tue May 23 2023
Who's Next
The Who
Classic!
5
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Mon May 29 2023
All Things Must Pass
George Harrison
3
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Tue May 30 2023
Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Not a bit TP fan, but I do like a few of his songs. Besides, "Breakdown" and "American Girl" this record is just ok.
2
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Wed May 31 2023
Before And After Science
Brian Eno
Thanks to my uncle, who was/are ahead of his time, I was fortunate enough to hear this either when it came out in '77 or soon thereafter. It's a masterpiece and after so many years, you can hear its (and Eno's) incredible influence on generations after. Thanks, Carter!
5
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Thu Jun 01 2023
Hotel California
Eagles
The thought of seeing an Eagles album, knowing that it would be here for sure was kinda scary... I decided to dive right into it, using my AirPods. Glad I did, cause I can actually hear the production. Listening to these songs again sound daunting, so put on some great headphones and try to hear it differently. Hearing these songs again on a random radio station is a quick press to turn off. Done. With headphones, it's much better, maybe moved it up a 1/2 star. Except for the title track, New kid in town, and Life in the Fastlane, this album is horrible.
2
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Fri Jun 02 2023
Paul Simon
Paul Simon
A pretty good first record after his thing with Garfunkel! I love saying, Garfunkel!
A couple of really great songs, Mother & Child.... Me and Julio... and of course, "Duncan"!!! :)
3
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Mon Jun 05 2023
Guero
Beck
Again, I wish there were 1/2 stars. With my system, there has to be at least 1/2 the album with 4-star songs to make it a 4-star record. This one is a very good record, but not 4-star. 3 1/2! Some great songs for sure, but then the rest is just pretty good.
3
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Tue Jun 06 2023
Parachutes
Coldplay
So great to reconnect with this record! It's a beauty!
From song to song, it's really hard to imagine that this is their first record. Not a bad song on the album.
5
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Wed Jun 07 2023
Sound Affects
The Jam
This is the first full album listen of any The Jam records. It's a very good record, with fun and memorable songs. "Start!", and "That's Entertainment" are songs I've heard a few times before. I have added a few of these to my library.
It's like The Beatles Meet The Clash.
Overall, it's pretty close to being a 4-star record. But some of the stuff is just okay. 3 1/2 stars is more like it.
3
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Thu Jun 08 2023
I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got
Sinead O'Connor
Decent record to have on in the background. I really like a couple of the tunes, but the rest is just okay.
3
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Fri Jun 09 2023
Crossing the Red Sea With the Adverts
The Adverts
Meh. Boring.
2
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Mon Jun 12 2023
Out Of The Blue
Electric Light Orchestra
It's an album with classic stuff: Turn to Stone, Sweet Talkin' Woman, and Mr. Blue Sky... Are three songs enough to make it a classic album? Listening to the whole thing is a good listen with those songs in the mix, but the songs around it are just decent. I wish there were 1/2 stars. Not enough for 4 for me. I think going forward that's my barometer... at least 1/2 of the songs gotta be amazing! This is not quite there for me.
3
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Tue Jun 13 2023
Elephant
The White Stripes
This rocking, energetic, and influential rock album from 2003 starts with a bang: Seven Nation Army! Yes! It continues to keep my body parts tapping and/or playing air drums and air guitar.
This is my first full listen to this record. It's got some great songs and some decent ones. Overall I did add a couple of tunes to my library, but not the whole album.
4
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Wed Jun 14 2023
McCartney
Paul McCartney
I have to confess that I have never heard this record in full. I am a huge fan of Sir Paul, and consider him to be my favorite Beatle - after many years of posing as a John guy. For obvious reasons, he's the most prolific of them all.
This is a decent record overall.
3
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Thu Jun 15 2023
Natty Dread
Bob Marley & The Wailers
It's all the songs we know of already but in their original versions. It's a very nice record to have on, especially in our Caribbean environment!
The songs are very good, but the production, of course, is older and lacks my desired sound output. Note: Headphones recommended.
3
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Fri Jun 16 2023
Dr. Octagonecologyst
Dr. Octagon
A decent hip-hop/rap album. Listened while working. Nice beats, rhythms, etc. Good groove for sure. Background record when environment warranted.
3
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Mon Jun 19 2023
Eliminator
ZZ Top
ZZ Top: Not a fave, but listenable when they come on. Obviously, this record is filled with big hits, but none of them hit my core. The other stuff on the record is just ok. Meh.
3
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Tue Jun 20 2023
Metal Box
Public Image Ltd.
Note: Not available in Apple Music... had to YouTube...
Just like the record after this, not in the mood.
It's obviously one of PIL's first records because of the production. It's not a very good record. It does not stand the test of time, in my mind. Next!
1
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Wed Jun 21 2023
Time Out
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Jazz!?! Don't know if I'm ready, or even in the mood, but what the hell.
First track: familiar. Not in the mood.
Apple "starred" track, "Take Five". Yeah, I've heard this: Nice jazz.
Had to hear Disc 2, Track 1: "St. Lous Blues". Meh.
2
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Thu Jun 22 2023
xx
The xx
A decent record. It's nice to have on while working... the indie-pop sounds mix well in the background while working.
I have not added any of the songs to my library, but it'll be good to hear randomly from time to time.
3
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Fri Jun 23 2023
Headquarters
The Monkees
Seeing this record come up made me laugh, as I don't take The Monkees seriously, and never had, except to recall their "hits" whenever they appear.
It's definitely a 60's record. The only "starred" by Apple Music is track 6, "Shades of Gray". It's pretty bad.
In summary, this record took three minutes to review and discard!
1
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Mon Jun 26 2023
Let It Bleed
The Rolling Stones
You know how I feel about the Stones!!! Overrated! There, I said it.
I understand their appeal, but I just don't like to listen to more than their typical classic rock hits.
This record starts out strong with, "Gimme Shelter", then goes to awful with "Love in Vain"... then the third track - after skipping within 30 seconds to it - had a frickin' fiddle! NOOOOO.
"Live With me" - Ok. The Title Song is another mediocre song. Midnight Rambler is better. Ending with You Can't Always Get..."
Done. I'll hear the popular cuts on the radio someday, but will not be playing these songs again.
2
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Tue Jun 27 2023
Heroes
David Bowie
Definitely putting the headphones on for this one! Gotta hear that production. So much going on.
This record is truly magical. From start to finish. Each song is brilliantly composed and laid out perfectly. The Eno/Bowie thing is real! I can see how RCA went crazy with this one. Heroes is truly a masterpiece!
5
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Wed Jun 28 2023
Songs From The Big Chair
Tears For Fears
Some good songs, some not so good. A Couple of classics.
3
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Thu Jun 29 2023
The Gilded Palace Of Sin
The Flying Burrito Brothers
Nope! I'd rather chew on tin foil!
1
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Fri Jun 30 2023
The World is a Ghetto
War
Not in the mood. The opening track, "Cisco Kid" is the only memorable hit from the record. The rest is just ok.
2
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Mon Jul 03 2023
The Joshua Tree
U2
This album is one of my top 10 records. Each song is a masterpiece. The production, lyrics, energy, etc. hits me in the right places. Anytime. Anywhere.
5
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Tue Jul 04 2023
Lost In The Dream
The War On Drugs
The first two tracks are familiar and I like them. Listening to the rest of the record... Mellow. Nice sounds. A decent record.
3
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Wed Jul 05 2023
Odessey And Oracle
The Zombies
A decent, typical 60's rock record ending with the hit, "Time of the Season".
3
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Thu Jul 06 2023
All Mod Cons
The Jam
Meh.
2
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Fri Jul 07 2023
The Healer
John Lee Hooker
A decent blues record when you're in the mood.
3
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Mon Jul 10 2023
Either Or
Elliott Smith
I love Elliott's voice and sound, but other than "Between the Bars", this record is mediocre. Boring.
2
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Tue Jul 11 2023
You Want It Darker
Leonard Cohen
I just can't! The music is decent, and the lyrics are thought-provoking, but his voice and staccato are too much for more than one song.
1
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Wed Jul 12 2023
Feast of Wire
Calexico
Not my cup of Alt Rock.
2
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Thu Jul 13 2023
Third/Sister Lovers
Big Star
Not in Apple Music. Listened through YouTube. Pretty sappy music. It has a 60's vibe. Not my fave.
2
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Fri Jul 14 2023
The Trinity Session
Cowboy Junkies
No thank you!
1
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Mon Jul 17 2023
Head Hunters
Herbie Hancock
Funky jazz to start it off, then a weird and scary 2nd track. Listened to a few minutes of the rest of the record. Not interested.
2
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Tue Jul 18 2023
A Hard Day's Night
Beatles
Early Beatles is great to hear from time to time. I prefer the later records, but this one is amazing. Some classics, and then some just okay stuff.
4
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Wed Jul 19 2023
In It For The Money
Supergrass
I really enjoyed listening to this record. I only knew a couple of songs from Supergrass, but none from this record. There are a few really good songs and a slew of really decent ones. Not enough 4-star songs to give the record 4 stars, but it's very good.
3
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Thu Jul 20 2023
Come Find Yourself
Fun Lovin' Criminals
Some decent hip-hop/R&B. I tapped my foot and enjoyed it as much as I enjoy that genre. "Scooby Snacks" is quite fun.
3
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Fri Jul 21 2023
C'est Chic
CHIC
Dance music while at home is not a suitable situation. Ok, I did move a little in my desk chair...
2
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Mon Jul 24 2023
Led Zeppelin III
Led Zeppelin
This record is an absolute classic!
5
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Tue Jul 25 2023
Nevermind
Nirvana
Yes! Especially after listening to the Nico record! Classic! With only a few average songs, this is a great record.
4
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Wed Jul 26 2023
Chelsea Girl
Nico
"These Days": Perfect Comedy Gold!
Not my cup!
1
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Thu Jul 27 2023
Highway 61 Revisited
Bob Dylan
Thanks to the opener, "Like a Rolling Stone" I decided to listen, as I am not a fan of Dylan - his voice mostly... I saw him in the 80's and he was awful! He played each song back to back without any sense of care for the crowd. I have a negative respect for him since.
We'll see how far I get with this listen... I couldn't listen to it. Did about 10 seconds per track. Done.
2
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Fri Jul 28 2023
Idlewild
Everything But The Girl
Tried, but couldn't do it. Just bad pop music. Cliche Hammond organ and drum machine.
2
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Wed Sep 20 2023
A Rush Of Blood To The Head
Coldplay
A very good second record for Coldplay.
4