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You Love More Than Most
| Album | You | Global | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
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Trout Mask Replica
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
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5 | 2.28 | +2.72 |
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Countdown To Ecstasy
Steely Dan
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5 | 3.28 | +1.72 |
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Melodrama
Lorde
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5 | 3.31 | +1.69 |
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25
Adele
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5 | 3.36 | +1.64 |
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My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
Kanye West
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5 | 3.42 | +1.58 |
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Dirt
Alice In Chains
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5 | 3.47 | +1.53 |
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Arrival
ABBA
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5 | 3.5 | +1.5 |
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To Pimp A Butterfly
Kendrick Lamar
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5 | 3.61 | +1.39 |
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The Genius Of Ray Charles
Ray Charles
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5 | 3.63 | +1.37 |
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Follow The Leader
Korn
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4 | 2.65 | +1.35 |
You Love Less Than Most
| Album | You | Global | Diff |
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Violator
Depeche Mode
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1 | 3.7 | -2.7 |
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Endtroducing.....
DJ Shadow
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1 | 3.36 | -2.36 |
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Ocean Rain
Echo And The Bunnymen
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1 | 3.22 | -2.22 |
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The Doors
The Doors
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2 | 3.95 | -1.95 |
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Automatic For The People
R.E.M.
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2 | 3.82 | -1.82 |
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Tracy Chapman
Tracy Chapman
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2 | 3.79 | -1.79 |
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Dr. Octagonecologyst
Dr. Octagon
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1 | 2.7 | -1.7 |
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Remain In Light
Talking Heads
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2 | 3.67 | -1.67 |
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Bringing It All Back Home
Bob Dylan
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2 | 3.65 | -1.65 |
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A Love Supreme
John Coltrane
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2 | 3.63 | -1.63 |
Artists
Favorites
| Artist | Albums | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Green Day | 2 | 5 |
Least Favorites
| Artist | Albums | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Echo And The Bunnymen | 2 | 1.5 |
| R.E.M. | 3 | 2 |
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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
5/5
- definition of scaring the hoes
- Sounds like crack was heavily involved
- I can’t tell if every word is meticulously planned out or freestyled
- Sometimes they get into a groove but it’s very rare
- The singer actually has a cool voice
- HOBO CHANG BAAAAAAA
- Kinda feels like a really dark fucked up version of the chili peppers
- Overall just an absolute mess of people learning to play instruments and a singer that needs to be committed. It held my attention the whole time and is unlike anything I’ve heard before or will hear again. 5 stars
7 likes
The Pretty Things
2/5
- 60s Britpop
- to be fair I never really enjoy this sound
- but this album did nothing to change my mind
1 likes
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Nas
4/5
Classic rap album
Elvis Presley
3/5
- Wild how far rock has come
- Surprising vocal range, variety of vocal styles
- Can’t help but tap your foot
Eurythmics
3/5
- Feels like they played every instrument they could find
- They would kick ass in a European dance club
- So experimental, I dig it
- Sweet Dreams is a certified Banger™️, This is the House is funky
Radiohead
5/5
- He doesn’t enunciate very well, gives them their uniqueness
- Paranoid Android is so complex and compelling, what a fantastic song
- Artsy Dystopian Post-Punk Grunge Prog Rock
- One of the best storytelling albums I’ve heard, like a beautifully eerie poem
- Let Down is my favorite I think
Leonard Cohen
2/5
- Very much sounds like a man on his deathbed
- Clearly a strong songwriter
- Groovy, but not for me
Beastie Boys
4/5
- The music is so fun
- 40 year old moms definitely go hard to this
- Clever, witty, irreverent
- Guys being dudes over a beat
Bert Jansch
3/5
- Quality folk
- James Taylor vibes
- Strong chance of being played at the next campfire
- Fantastic guitar skill
fIREHOSE
4/5
- Big fan of the funk elements
- Mas Cajones was super funky
- Jazz influenced for sure
Joni Mitchell
2/5
- Big time storyteller
- Lot of folk and a little bit of jazz
- Makes her words fit in each line, even if syllables are off
- Easy listening, just not really for me
Taylor Swift
4/5
- Undeniably catchy pop
- Banger after banger
- Sometimes really corny
- A queen at what she does
The Stooges
4/5
- Incredible bass lines
- Can hear where grunge got it’s influences
- I like the length of the songs, allows the creativity to flow
- What a chaotic ending to the album
Emmylou Harris
2/5
- Quality Americana/Folk
- Really intrigued by some of the drum beats and sounds
- Some songs have a hymn-like vibe
- I enjoy some of the backup vocals (One Big Love)
Scott Walker
2/5
- Something I might play at a fancy restaurant, or dinner party
- Interesting, broad operatic voice
- Doesn’t really do anything for me
- Decent storyteller
Aerosmith
3/5
- Authentic rock guitar sounds (fast, loose, driving)
- Steven Tyler has such a unique voice made for rock
- Songs have that classic rock driving, forward moving beat
- The kind of music for a montage of drinking beer with the boys
Carole King
3/5
- Quality soft rock/easy listening
- nice voice
- not a ton to say other than she makes quality music
Echo And The Bunnymen
1/5
- Orchestra makes it sound like a movie soundtrack
- this album exists in a weird world, like it should be the Donny darko theme
- It just doesn’t click for me
Jane Weaver
3/5
- love the synth
- very ethereal, spacey, kinda like dancing around in an otherworldly meadow
- some songs have a spiritual, ritual vibe to them
Dinosaur Jr.
4/5
- the guitar is the star of the show
- perfect DIY, slightly whiny voice for the music
- high quality grungy indie rock
- really enjoyed the listen, would give it a 4.5 if I could
Bob Dylan
2/5
- Sometimes his singing is more like a strained version of spoken word
- Strong storytelling
- blues rock that makes you want to tap your foot
Bob Dylan
3/5
- Preferred this Bob Dylan over other albums by him
- Still a great storyteller
- More enjoyable
Snoop Dogg
4/5
- Love the G-Funk vibe
- Effortless flow and classic voice
- All around an enjoyable listen
Simple Minds
3/5
- has an atmospheric, industrial pop sound
- definitely European
- Glittering Prize is a real banger
The Byrds
4/5
- solid album
My Bloody Valentine
3/5
- floating lyrics over strong guitar
- huge Smashing Pumpkins vibes
- atmospheric
Bob Dylan
3/5
- some solid songs, including Blowin in the Wind
- overall just more Bob Dylan
The Strokes
5/5
- several all-time alt-rock bangers on this album
- Guitar is phenomenal
- Vocal distortion is unique and fantastic
Aphex Twin
2/5
- there’s probably a time for this vibe, like being zooted and dancing
- there were a few moments I enjoyed
The Temptations
3/5
- Funky
- Papa Was a Rolling Stone is a beautiful musical journey
- a few songs lacked some energy
B.B. King
3/5
- Sounds like they’re having a helluva time
- Really enjoy how they keep the music rolling in between songs
- Great bluesy voice
The Sonics
3/5
- Love the garage rock sound
- Back when rock still had some roll 😎
Led Zeppelin
4/5
- Absolute classic
- The payoff to Stairway to Heaven is so satisfying
- The musicianship of all the members is so impressive
ABBA
5/5
- Unbelievably catchy, feel good music
- Dancing Queen is one of the greatest songs of all time
- Big fan of Tiger
The Damned
2/5
- Classic British punk rock sound
- Singer has a dramatic voice
- This era of punk just doesn’t really do it for me
The Kinks
3/5
- Solid 60s rock, has some blues elements
- Huge Beatles vibes, can’t tell if they’re a rip off or that’s just the sound of the time
- Lazy Old Sun stands out as being different, kinda grunge?
Solomon Burke
3/5
- Great singer and storyteller
- Thought the first song was the best and then I was a little disappointed with the rest
Soft Cell
2/5
- this Euro-dance style doesn’t do it for me
- Tainted Love is overrated
- WTF did I just listen to with Sex Dwarf
- 1.5 stars
Otis Redding
3/5
- Such positive vibes
- I dig the soul covers of some famous songs like My Girl
- Unbelievable voice
Red Snapper
3/5
- Cool layering of different instruments and sounds
- Good music to sample into rap beats
- Enjoyed it more than I thought I would
The Beach Boys
2/5
- IDK why but I can never seem to get into The Beach Boys
- it’s quality accapella
Badly Drawn Boy
4/5
- I can’t find the words to describe this but I enjoyed it mightily
Hüsker Dü
4/5
- Really enjoyed the guitar in this album
- Quality alt rock
- Singer is the guy from Wasting Light so that’s dope
Todd Rundgren
3/5
- 70’s pop for sure (Elton, Joel)
- Some catchy tunes in there but far too long
- S L U T
Curtis Mayfield
3/5
- Love me a horn section
- So in Love got me feeling some type of way
Paul Weller
3/5
- Very highly talented musician
- Love the guitar on this album
- Really enjoyable, easy listening, could see myself on a boat jammin
The Zombies
3/5
- More 60s rock, running out of things to say about it
- Time of the Season is a banger tho
Maxwell
2/5
- Groovy
- Music to get freaky to
- The type of music your Uber driving is playing at 2:30 in the morning
Dire Straits
3/5
- Wow talk about a loaded album
- 2 classic/soft rock bangers
- some snoozers in the middle, especially with the song lengths
Beatles
3/5
- title track is fantastic
- all songs about love
- not a lot stood out to me
Count Basie & His Orchestra
2/5
- Makes me feel like I’m eating in a fancy Italian restaurant
- Very high quality for what it is, background dinner music
Soundgarden
4/5
- Incredible grunge
- Cornell’s voice is so talented and iconic
- Maybe a hair long, could’ve cut Black Hole Sun in half
-4.5
Calexico
3/5
- Elements of indie, folk, Americana, and even some Mexican?
- Makes you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere Texas
-2.5 but rounding up for its uniqueness
Def Leppard
2/5
- I generally don’t enjoy this era of hair rock
- Photograph is an all time banger
- Good for what it is, classic rock is just missing that edge for me
The Rolling Stones
4/5
-It’s clear why they’re one of the GOATs
- They effortlessly create groove
- Love the sound of the drum kit
Big Brother & The Holding Company
2/5
- Didn’t realize this was gonna be Janis Joplin
- Such a unique voice, almost similar to Robert Plant
- Voice gets old after a little while
Gorillaz
3/5
- I generally don’t enjoy Gorillaz and that holds true for this album
- Clint Eastwood is SUCH A BANGER tho
- a few groovy tunes
Skepta
2/5
- Something about it feels try hard
- Middle-school level of trying to sound tough
- A few solid beats and he has good flow
Prince
2/5
- Very distinctive sound
- A little campy for me
- feels like one big soundtrack for the 80s
Elliott Smith
4/5
- I really enjoyed this album
- Easy to listen to, love the song structures
- Definitely hear some Beatles influences
David Bowie
3/5
- Woah just realizing now that Bowie has such a huge influence on Josh Homme
- Some really catchy beats
- Really just ditched the vocals in the second half
Beatles
3/5
- Another classic
- Really enjoyed the bass on this album
- So many hits in their catalog
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
3/5
- Solid vibes
- I Want You is eerie and interesting, really enjoyed it
2/5
- Frantic, aggressive, free jazz
- Sometimes the dueling saxophones reach a nice groove, other times it’s chaos
- Disclaimer: only listened to 30 minutes of it
Crowded House
3/5
- solid vibes
- Enjoy the Yacht Rock feel of some of the songs
- Feels like I’m listening to a classic 10 album but doesn’t hit as hard for me
Thelonious Monk
3/5
- wonderful dinner jazz
- 5 songs 42 minutes are some unreal numbers
Norah Jones
2/5
- Shoutout Norah Jones for being on a Foo Fighters song
- Nice voice, backing music can be sleepy
- Overall nothing that stands out
Todd Rundgren
2/5
- Some weird shit going on in the middle of this album
- Todd keeps it interesting for sure
Blur
2/5
- Did not know Blur made music like this
- Huge Brit-pop vibes
- a few whimsical beats in here
- Overall not really my jam, but I can respect the quality of the album
Echo And The Bunnymen
2/5
- Oh no not these guys again
- This album is better, nice upbeat vibe
- Not something I’d go back to
Blur
2/5
- Marginally better than Parklife
- Song 2 is light years better than anything else they’ve done
- Still just doesn’t click for me
The Temptations
3/5
- Solid Motown
- Runaway Child, Running Wild was a cool story
- Feels like beach/boardwalk music
Bob Dylan
2/5
- At risk of sounding like a millennial, Bob Dylan makes Boomer music
- More of the same, good storyteller
- Oh lord a 16 minute closing song about nothing
3/5
- never really gave U2 a listen before
- Quality accessible (soft?) rock
- Kinda feel like the Killers took inspiration from U2
- I didn’t give it as intent a listen as I should have
Billy Bragg
3/5
- Some solid tracks in here
- Very political
- Wouldn't go back to it
Pretenders
3/5
- Solid, but I don’t love her vocal style
- Enjoyable rhythms
- Can’t see myself coming back to this
Kendrick Lamar
5/5
- One of the most profound rap albums I’ve ever heard
- Tells a coherent story in literal and metaphorical ways
- Reaches a self-awareness that few albums ever have
Ice T
4/5
- you can tell he’s an OG
- balances deep themes with fun lyrics
- Really enjoyed it
Moby
4/5
- I know it included B-sides but that was tooooo longggg
- Really enjoyed some of the songs
- Kinda like a better version of Gorillaz
-3.5
The Cure
4/5
- First time I’ve heard The Cure
- Very unique sound that I’m loving
- Pleasantly surprised with it, but a little long with some snoozing
Eminem
3/5
- Lyrical genius for better or worse
- Some absolute classics and some songs that are hard to listen to
- Had it not been Eminem, would I have enjoyed it?
Metallica
4/5
- It’s almost effortless for them
- Not a lot stands out on this album, especially compared to their other stuff
- Can’t see myself going back to this one
-3.5
Anthrax
4/5
- Love the frenetic drumming
- Everything other than the singing is fantastic
- I think I really enjoy speed metal
Milton Nascimento
3/5
- decent vibes
- no idea if the lyrics are good
- enjoy the range of styles and sounds
DJ Shadow
1/5
- nah I am not vibing with this
- boring, samples are meh
- might be my first 1 star
Santana
3/5
- great summer evening vibes
- incredible guitar skill
- surprisingly enjoyed the album despite the lack of vocals
Dire Straits
3/5
- these dudes jam
- Sultans of Swing is one of the sweetest riffs ever
- there’s something missing that isn’t putting them over the top for me
Fishbone
3/5
- Soul has never really been my jam but I can appreciate this
- Kinda sounds like a band I would walk past at Musikfest
- Love the bass
- Bonin’ in the Boneyard
- 2.5
Big Star
2/5
- doesn’t feel like anything special
- Femme Fatale is a fantastic song
Elvis Presley
3/5
- sounds like Elvis for sure
- definitely some jams
Sam Cooke
3/5
- classic voice, timeless groove
- the energy is infectious
David Bowie
3/5
- this is the album from that chili peppers lyric in californiacation I believe
- didn’t expect a religious song (word on a wing)
- Bowie’s variety never fails to amaze
Slade
4/5
- this is a really fantastic album
- lots of 70s rock bangers
- a few curveballs that they executed well
LCD Soundsystem
2/5
- a few good songs
- didn’t love the length/repetitive nature of the songs
- didn’t blow me away
Gillian Welch
3/5
- enjoyable but not my favorite
- My First Lover was great
Miles Davis
3/5
- very talented trumpeter
- not something I’d listen to often but good vibes
Jefferson Airplane
3/5
- I think I was hoping it would be better
- I dig their vibe, very fun
-2.5
The Dictators
4/5
- wow I am surprised by how much I enjoyed that
- right amount of funny, lots of personality shining through
- grooves and riffs were great
-4.5
Syd Barrett
2/5
- I dislike this album
- weird vocal style and poor lyrics
- 1.5
The Cramps
2/5
- meh
- sounds like 70s rock
- get a sorta spooky Halloween vibe from them
Curtis Mayfield
3/5
- funky
- great voice
- really enjoyable listen
- 3.5
Duke Ellington
2/5
- I’d be lying if I said I listened to all 2 hours of this
- enjoyable jazz but it’s not something I would typically listen to
Dexys Midnight Runners
3/5
- ah these are the come on Eileen guys
- definitely some unique sounds
- enjoyed it more than I first expected to
Moby Grape
3/5
- solid Americana rock
- enjoyable and a good length
Frank Black
3/5
- Punky and indie
- Headache was a great song
Electric Light Orchestra
4/5
- fantastic grooves
- feel-good music
- a tad long
OutKast
3/5
- classic, enjoyable vibes
- a few all-timers
Faith No More
3/5
- Holy shit he sounds like Patrick Stump
- Sick War Pigs cover
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
3/5
- I’ve been told I look like Buddy Holly 🤷🏻♂️
- Evening at the boardwalk vibes
Elliott Smith
4/5
- really enjoy this
- great vibes
Willie Nelson
2/5
- I expected a little more from Willie tbh
- good storytelling, but overall a little boring
- I know he has better music
Deep Purple
3/5
- as far as live albums go, this one was very well done
- enjoyed the jammin , didn’t love the long drum solo
Beyoncé
4/5
- Blow is a banger
- Really good pop album
The Jam
3/5
- running out of things to write
- enjoyable but was not blown away
Neneh Cherry
3/5
- introducing the instruments to start the album was badass
- enjoyable
Frank Sinatra
4/5
- You Make Me Feel So Young is a timeless classic
- to be fair everything Sinatra sings immediately feels classic
- such incredible vibes
- makin whoopee lmao
The Offspring
4/5
- legends of speed punk
- musicianship is very high
- lyrics can be hit or miss but the messaging is always very good
Alanis Morissette
4/5
- classic
- taylor drummed on this (or at least the tour)
- lots of hits
- someone once told me none of the examples in Ironic are actually ironic and that ruined the song for me
Isaac Hayes
3/5
- listen it’s good but not something I’d ever go back to
- love a good horn section tho
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
5/5
- definition of scaring the hoes
- Sounds like crack was heavily involved
- I can’t tell if every word is meticulously planned out or freestyled
- Sometimes they get into a groove but it’s very rare
- The singer actually has a cool voice
- HOBO CHANG BAAAAAAA
- Kinda feels like a really dark fucked up version of the chili peppers
- Overall just an absolute mess of people learning to play instruments and a singer that needs to be committed. It held my attention the whole time and is unlike anything I’ve heard before or will hear again. 5 stars
Nine Inch Nails
4/5
- I really enjoyed this album
- can hear different pieces (influences) from Radiohead and Korn
- Hurt is one of the best album closers I’ve ever heard
Bob Dylan
2/5
- it can’t be every damn Bob Dylan album
- this one was slightly better
- the song about his dream was brutal
2Pac
3/5
- definitely a 90s rap classic
- more reflective and deep than I expected
- 3.5
The Cars
4/5
- 2 absolute classics
- really solid album
- enjoyed the bass
Elvis Costello
4/5
- great variety of sound
The Specials
4/5
- love the bounce
- feels effortless for these guys
- borderline cheesy
Stevie Wonder
4/5
- fantastic joyful vibes
- Sir Duke and Isn’t She Lovely are just so good
- not sure you can say “red man” and “yellow man” anymore
- could’ve been a 5 but a little too long
Randy Newman
2/5
- very distinctive voice
- whimsical vibe
Queen Latifah
2/5
- lots of reggae beats
- sounds like early90s rap
Jimi Hendrix
3/5
- started hot and ended hot
- some songs were just a little long and drawn out for me
- guitar playing is incredible
Booker T. & The MG's
2/5
- oh this song is called Green Onions? Iconic
- borderline carnival music
- good vibes
Beastie Boys
3/5
- Sabotage is great
- otherwise it sounds like the Beastie Boys but it’s not really for me
LL Cool J
2/5
- I get that’s it’s quality I just don’t prefer old school rap
- the title track is iconic
Leonard Cohen
3/5
- Bob Dylan but somehow better
- enjoyed it more than that other album from him
Dr. Octagon
1/5
- incredibly sexual
- uncomfortable at points
- uses big words and phrases to sound smart, but he’s just listing them
- the only saving grace is the beats, but that’s not enough
The Rolling Stones
3/5
- Gimme Shelter more like Gimme more of this it’s so damn good
- album is blues with a twang of country
Sister Sledge
3/5
- groovy dance music
- title track is a classic
Björk
2/5
- very interest free form avant garde pop
- lots of different noises used
- feels like I’m being cursed by a witch at some points
Rufus Wainwright
4/5
- kinda sounds like folk Radiohead
The Killers
5/5
- I mean the first 5 songs are all incredible hits that defined a generation of music
- even the less popular songs are fun and interesting
- 4.5 but rounding up for its cultural significance and impact on my music taste
The Rolling Stones
3/5
- a little too bluesy for me
- really enjoyed the drumming
Radiohead
3/5
- the bass line on National Anthem is so dirty
- Idioteque is really good, love the percussion
- I mean there are some really nice parts but it’s too abstract and uneventful for me
- naming it the best album of the decade feels like a stretch
Public Image Ltd.
1/5
- dude doesn’t like religion
- we only wanted to be loved!
- I really didn’t enjoy much of this at all, not one redeeming quality
The Band
3/5
- good vibes, they sounds kind
- The Weight is a fantastic song, love the lyrics
Suicide
2/5
- reminds me a little of the Smashing Pumpkins
- sex noises during Girl weren’t appreciated
- Frankie Teardrop is jarring
James Brown
3/5
- fantastic voice
- clearly has the crowd in his fingertips
- enjoyable
Peter Gabriel
2/5
- there are a few good moments
- I Can’t Remember is very catchy, feels like a hit
- overall just a little industrial sounding for me
The Pogues
2/5
- I can’t take this music very seriously
- feels like something Irish folk sing in a pub
- I surprisingly enjoyed the last song, told a great story
Wild Beasts
2/5
- I don’t have many thoughts about this one
- just meh
R.E.M.
2/5
- just wasn’t it
Run-D.M.C.
3/5
- classic hip hop feel
- love the rock influence, especially featuring Aerosmith
The Rolling Stones
3/5
- Under My Thumb is really good
- album had its moments but mostly up and down
Pearl Jam
5/5
- possibly the greatest debut album ever
- so many great songs, but Black stands above them all
Peter Frampton
4/5
- I came into this album disappointed it was another live album
- But I was WRONG, really enjoyed the positive vibes from Peter
- Show Me the Way is a yacht rock classic
- so is Baby, I Love Your Way!
Funkadelic
3/5
- the first song was a magical journey, very Jimmy Hendrix esque
- a couple cool moments but otherwise nothing that blew me away
Duran Duran
3/5
- fun listen
- Hungry Like the Wolf is a classic
Ray Charles
5/5
- really really enjoyed this one
- his voice is so warm and smooth
- very comforting to listen to
- feels like a 5, but could be biased because there’s frost on the ground and this music reminds me of the holidays
Tom Waits
2/5
- sounds like he has a garbage disposal for a throat
- Jersey Girl could be great if he didn’t sound like he was in pain
-1.5
Fun Lovin' Criminals
3/5
- pretty good
- enjoyed the use of rock beats
Marvin Gaye
3/5
- sexy
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
3/5
-pleasant
Dusty Springfield
3/5
- very nice voice
- enjoyable to listen to
Megadeth
3/5
- solid metal album
- thought it was a little thin in some spots
- definitely see why they were never quite as big as Metallica
Skunk Anansie
4/5
- really enjoyed this one
- awesome punk/hardcore start
- love the anger and aggression
- album transitioned into quieter love songs that really showed off her voice
- damn I thought it would transition back to hard stuff but no
The Electric Prunes
2/5
- some of the songs were corny
- nothing really stood out here
David Bowie
3/5
- eerie knowing he died just 2 days later
- overall not my favorite but I can see the value
Lorde
5/5
- everything she sings sounds dangerous and important
- tells an awesome story of heartbreak and drugs and alcohol and life
- fantastic production
- 4.5 but rounds up because life is short
Louis Prima
3/5
- Gigolo??
- fun, easy to listen to jazz for the most part
The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
3/5
- attacks social issue after social issue
- pretty cool voice
- I enjoyed to hear what he would say next, don’t think I’d ever go back to it tho
Michael Kiwanuka
4/5
- Final Days is haunting and beautiful
- good vibes, enjoyed the listen
The Police
3/5
- very strong groove between drummer and bassist
- I wanted to like it more than I did unfortunately
- Every Breath You Take is a certified classic
R.E.M.
2/5
- meh
My Bloody Valentine
3/5
- OG shoegaze album!?
- solid but nothing exciting
The Avalanches
2/5
- lots of samples
- this is some stuff you’d hear blasting from where in the woods at 5am
Ray Charles
3/5
- great voice
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
4/5
- really great album
- love her voice
- super grungy
The Flaming Lips
3/5
- lots of interesting pieces to this
- feels like a concept album/musical soundtrack
- eh kinda felt like theatre kids, but good for what it was
The Go-Betweens
4/5
- quite catchy
- some enjoyable moments
- 3.5 but gonna round up
Guns N' Roses
4/5
- some real classics on here
- didn’t love some of the other songs tho
PJ Harvey
4/5
- the title track sounds like Tired of You by the Foo
- really enjoy this style of garage punk
Dolly Parton
3/5
- nice voice
- down on the farm type music
Isaac Hayes
3/5
- good soul music
- 18 minute final song with a lot of spoken word is a tough listen
Goldie
2/5
- OG DnB album?
- it’s interesting
- not really anything that I enjoy listening to
Aerosmith
3/5
- impressive variety
- crazy how far rock has come, those pianos just don’t exist these days
- jack of all trades, master of none?
The KLF
4/5
- imagine this bumping in a European club
- appropriate song lengths
- really enjoyed the vibes here
The Doors
2/5
- solid but I wasn’t in love with it
U2
3/5
- for whatever reason, Sunday Bloody Sunday does something special for me
- the rest of the album is good not great, never been a huge fan of their sound
The Gun Club
3/5
- I enjoyed the attitude here
- not a ton to say
Amy Winehouse
4/5
- wow what a voice
- clearly influenced Adele, this must be the OG for this sound
- WHY DON’T YOU COME OVER VALERIEEEEEE
Fever Ray
2/5
- no thoughts on this one
Little Richard
4/5
- one of the original rock stars
- love the energy and the yelling
Pink Floyd
4/5
- the bass on this album is crazy good
- obviously Another Brick in the Wall pt. 2 and Comfortably numb are classics
- such an incredible storyline that is well communicated in the music
Peter Tosh
3/5
- this guy burns
- the type of music that makes me want to sit on a beach
Björk
3/5
- such an interesting style of singing
- I can’t tell if it’s artistic brilliance or wildly stupid
- I can appreciate it but I wouldn’t come back to it
- 2.5 but I’ll round up since it’s unique
Prefab Sprout
4/5
- enjoyable soft rock
- really good guitar riffs
- the female background vocals are a great touch
Justice
2/5
- definitely heard D.A.N.C.E before
- just another electronic album that’s not really for me
Deep Purple
3/5
- pretty solid
- Smoke on the Water is a classic
- enjoyed Space Truckin’ as well
TLC
4/5
- this album was absolutely crazy, sexy and cool
- couple of all-timers like Waterfalls
- really enjoyed the voices
Public Enemy
2/5
- I appreciated the heavy guitars on some of the beats
- definitely some good lyrics but otherwise the album didn’t really stand out
Ms. Dynamite
3/5
- I like her flow and lyricism
- didn’t love all the beats
The Smiths
4/5
- wow wasn’t expecting indie rock
- love the guitars
Various Artists
4/5
- it’s after Christmas so unfortunately I won’t be listening to this
- looking at the compilation tho this is clearly a fantastic album
Liz Phair
3/5
- never been a huge fan of this annoyed vocal sound
- some of the lyrics are really interesting and raw
The Dandy Warhols
3/5
- kind of like a more psych Radiohead?
- enjoyable
Jurassic 5
3/5
- really cool beats and flow
- enjoy the different voices
- walks the edge of corny sometimes
Parliament
4/5
- vibes are so happy, makes me want to dance
- love the horns
- everything has such a fun bounce to it
-4.5
Butthole Surfers
2/5
- hmmmm
- quite challenging
- maybe they tried to a Trout Mask Replica thing but this didn’t hit the same
- not sure that Graveyard needed a part 2
Ash
4/5
- really enjoy the heavy guitars
- big garage rock sound
- some of it sounds like Weezer
Talk Talk
3/5
- good vibes
- feels like they’re just riffin’ sometimes
Frank Ocean
4/5
- this guy’s kind of a jerk-off but damn can he sing
- sometimes feels like the song and/or lyrics lacks structure
- there are some absolute bangers on here
AC/DC
4/5
- fantastic rock, iconic voice
- love is a big theme despite the screaming lyrical style
The Police
4/5
- they really leaned into reggae this album
- songs always sound introspective
- drumming is unreal
Ravi Shankar
3/5
- well this certainly introduced me to Indian music
- feels a lot like jazz
Elvis Presley
3/5
- some really good songs on here
- Suspicious Minds is fantastic
- good, but sounds like the 60s and generally that’s not a time period I’d seek out
Thin Lizzy
3/5
- very good sound quality for a liv album
- just some dudes rocking
Black Sabbath
5/5
- my goodness what a masterpiece
- the beginning of metal, but also so varied
- the band is so talented and Ozzy has the perfect voice
Björk
2/5
- It’s Not up to You might be her best song
- or maybe I’m just getting Stockholm syndrome
Steely Dan
4/5
- yeah this is the good stuff
- I love yacht rock vibes
- so fun to listen to
Django Django
3/5
- exotic sounds
- singing is a little underwhelming
- kinda feels like Two Door Cinema Club but folkier and worse
-2.5 but I’ll round up for creativity
Pixies
4/5
- Kurt Cobain said he wanted Nirvana to sound like the Pixies and now I get it
- solid variety of sounds/styles
-3.5
The Who
4/5
- I was not familiar with The WHO’s game
- love the use of Synth
- great raspy voice
- Baba O’Reilly and Won’t Get Fooled Again are incredible songs
Roxy Music
3/5
- was worried this was gonna be a David Bowie knock off but it’s not that bad
- song about the sex doll was certainly something
- definitely weird, but I enjoyed it
Creedence Clearwater Revival
4/5
- CCR is a vibe
- summertime music
Def Leppard
3/5
- quintessential classic rock
- some really good songs in here
- averaging 5+ minutes per song is tough
Kanye West
5/5
- where do I even begin
- one of the greatest albums ever made
- the master of sampling
- every feature is perfect
- Runaway oh my lord
- 6 stars
John Coltrane
2/5
- not a ton of thoughts on this one
- some parts were smooth and groovy, but a lot of it felt chaotic
- and maybe that’s just how love is 🤷🏻♂️
Peter Gabriel
3/5
- I like the background music, idk what it’s called but the synthesizer type sounds
- a little less industrial sounding than PG3
- quintessential 80s sound
Ministry
3/5
- I like the speed
- the distorted voice has its moments
- definitely industrial metal
- the high pitched squeaking noise definitely gave me a headache
Iron Butterfly
3/5
- a little harpsichord??
- it’s crazy how so much music from this era sounds like the Beatles
- I feel like QOTSA was influenced by this
Nina Simone
3/5
- very cool deep voice
- some enjoyable songs
The Prodigy
4/5
- I’m not sure what the was but I enjoyed it
- loved the beats and distortion
Ghostface Killah
3/5
- I like his flow, reminds me of Action Bronson
- solid beats and features
Donald Fagen
3/5
- woah it’s the dude from Steely Dan
- cool vibes, enjoyable listen
Green Day
5/5
- what can I say
- one of the greatest pop punk albums ever made
Marty Robbins
3/5
- Highwaymen type sound
- good vibes for sitting around a summer campfire
Adele
5/5
- almost every song on this album was a radio smash hit which is nearly impossible
- one of the best voices ever
- good amount of variance in style between songs
Iron Maiden
4/5
- really solid
Led Zeppelin
4/5
- the guitar work on this album is incredible
- “Now up to bat, your 2nd baseman Chase Utley!”
Van Halen
4/5
- couple of all-time classics on here
- guitar work is insane
- good length, really enjoyed the listen
Tracy Chapman
2/5
- Fast Car continues to be the most overrated song in history
- good storyteller, unique voice
Billy Joel
5/5
- well rounded music
- every song makes you want to hum along
- some all-time classics in here
- a really enjoyable listen, one of the strongest albums ever made
Jorge Ben Jor
3/5
- funky
Gene Clark
2/5
- feels like classic 70s singer-songwriter
- nothing about it really stands out to me
Radiohead
3/5
- they just got too artsy after Ok Computer
- the musicianship is still top notch but it feels wasted
The Stooges
4/5
- Iggy mix or Bowie mix?
- I really enjoy the guitar tuning on this record
- iggy is a legend
The Adverts
4/5
- this is really enjoyable 70s punk
- British
-3.5
Stephen Stills
3/5
- easy listening
- some really uplifting/joyful moments
The Smiths
3/5
- I don’t always love his voice
- guitar work is so solid
Public Enemy
2/5
- early 90s hip hop has never really been for me
- decent
Supergrass
4/5
- that was really enjoyable
- poppy but not annoying
- 3.5 but I’ll round up
John Cale
3/5
- I really like what he’s doing here
- very pleasant music
- almost a show tune vibe
-3.5
Sheryl Crow
2/5
- she has a very distinct confidence
- quite honest as well
-2.5
Depeche Mode
1/5
- nah this isn’t for me
- industrial
- don’t like the vibes
Boston
4/5
Miles Davis
2/5
- jazzy, a little chaotic at times
-2.5
Derek & The Dominos
4/5
- Eric Clapton!
- Guitars are sick
- love the vibes of this album
Michael Jackson
4/5
- the King of Pop!
- almost every song is a hit
- loved the Paul McCartney duet
- such an iconic voice
Wilco
3/5
- solid indie with a folk vibe
The Verve
4/5
- really enjoyable sound
Neil Young
3/5
- really enjoy the vibes on the first half of this album
- a couple snoozers near the end
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
3/5
- interesting concept album
- cool musicianship
Dizzee Rascal
2/5
- it was solid at first
- but it quickly felt cheesy
- I just don’t love British rap
Koffi Olomide
3/5
- fun vibes
R.E.M.
2/5
- I still don’t like them
- singer is kinda like a folk Spanish love songs but also a pretentious asshole
- everything feels like a parody
The White Stripes
3/5
- Blue Orchid is a great opener
- Variety of sounds, liked some but not all
- Fantastic closer
Korn
4/5
- who else is making noises like Johnathan Davis? Truly special
- Freak on a Leash and Got the Life are Hall of Famers
- legends of the alt-metal sound
The Kinks
3/5
- they tend to sing about mundane stuff
- enjoyable and British
- nothing I’d really come back to
Incredible Bongo Band
3/5
- Dudes rock
- it’s good vibes, fun covers, and lots of bongos
Beatles
3/5
- enjoyable
- really like the guitars on this album
- Drive My Car and Nowhere Man stood out
ZZ Top
3/5
- blues-y but not over the top
- something that could hit on a warm summer afternoon
Method Man
2/5
- didn’t really stand out to me
David Ackles
3/5
- good storyteller
- very honest and descriptive
- quality for what it is
Leftfield
2/5
- a 2 hour British electronic album does not excite me
- it was decent for what it was but not my cup of tea
Stevie Wonder
4/5
- Stevie just makes quality music
- Happy, enjoyable songs
3/5
- as I sitttttttttttt in my four cornered rooooom
- I don’t mind the long form songs as much as I usually do
- love how funky it is
The Flaming Lips
3/5
- this was a much more enjoyable album for me
- I like the concept over the first few songs
- Do You Realize?? is a solid song
-3.5
Elton John
4/5
- Saturday Night’s Alright (For Fighting) is an all time great. Makes me want to hit the Oklahoma drill in the bar with the fellas
- the 4 song stretch to start this album is stunning
- Grey Seal and Jamaica Jerk-Off surprised me in a good way
- there are a few fillers in here
N.E.R.D
4/5
- woah it’s Pharrell
- really cool blending of like pop-punk and hip hop
- unique
Bob Marley & The Wailers
3/5
- always a good vibe with Bob
- makes me want to sit on a beach
Green Day
5/5
- Oh my lord yes
- Jesus of Suburbia is one of the greatest songs ever written
- Holiday is the perfect punk rock anthem
- Novacaine continues to be criminally underrated. One of the best songs on the album
Billie Holiday
2/5
- why does she sing like that, it’s kinda annoying
- otherwise she makes very beautiful music
Serge Gainsbourg
2/5
- oh god the premise of this is gross
- probably not as impactful to me because I don’t speak French
The Pretty Things
2/5
- 60s Britpop
- to be fair I never really enjoy this sound
- but this album did nothing to change my mind
Arcade Fire
2/5
- felt like it had potential but it was never realized
CHIC
4/5
- love some good disco
- Le Freak is a classic
- really enjoyable listen
The Blue Nile
3/5
- I don’t know why but this guy just feels like a creep
- some interesting instrumentation
-2.5 but I’ll round up
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades
3/5
- good vibes
The Lemonheads
3/5
- solid but not as amazing as I had anticipated
John Lennon
4/5
- really quality music
Talking Heads
2/5
- these guys aren’t it for me
- almost funky but not
Earth, Wind & Fire
3/5
- started hot but fell off
Morrissey
2/5
- kinda operatic with his voice
- probably deep but it wasn’t resonating with me
The B-52's
2/5
- a little too quirky for me
- I know Rock Lobster is popular but it’s still a little too weird for me
Eminem
4/5
- an icon
- listen, the lyrics are gruesome and disturbing
- but his flow and word choice is what helped him stick even without the shocking content
- I can see why he started outsourcing his choruses lmao
Amy Winehouse
3/5
- her voice is so great
- not a strong as Back to Black
4/5
- this is one of the few bands from this time period that I think really have an edge
- this is really solid punk, love the noisy guitars and the vocals
Leonard Cohen
3/5
- very conflicted on this album
- his spoken word isn’t really for me
- entertaining music behind him tho
- and the backup singers kind of carried
Paul Simon
3/5
- quality singer/songwriter
- great voice and guitar
Talking Heads
3/5
- better than Remain in Light
- kinda hit that pop rock sound but obviously with more pizzazz
Pink Floyd
4/5
- really really good
- they have a way of creating emotion in their music
- Wish You Were Here is a beautifully nostalgic song
Pavement
4/5
- woah this is cool
- definitely indie rock but you can tell it’s still the grunge generation
- if this came out today it would be considered emo
Portishead
2/5
- kind of boring to me
- she has a nice voice and there are some good moments
-2.5
Mudhoney
4/5
- you can hear the 80s rock fading into the beginning of grunge
- they may have started the wave, but they didn’t perfect it
- 3.5, round up for how iconic they are
Leonard Cohen
2/5
- decent singer/songwriter
- a little less spoken word
- still not something I enjoy
David Bowie
3/5
- interesting mix of background music and pop songs
- I kind of enjoyed it but not thoroughly
Pixies
4/5
- I liked this a lot more than I thought I would
- cool blend of surf rock and punk
- guitars were awesome
- nice album cover
-3.5
Joni Mitchell
2/5
- good storyteller
- female Leonard Cohen, but better
- enjoyable style for a song or two but not a whole album
Blondie
4/5
- this is a really really good album
- her voice is incredible
- awesome variety of sounds
- rivals ABBA in my opinion
-4.5
Fatboy Slim
2/5
- this was mostly a tough listen
- a couple 90s jams
- otherwise this album is made for people who like the same 5 words repeated over and over
4/5
- fun concept album
- really great musicianship with lots of variety
- sounds were a little less interesting near the end
The Fall
2/5
- sheesh talk about repetitive
- I can almost appreciate it
- very 70s punk sound
- how many live albums can a band have?
Bobby Womack
4/5
- fantastic soul
- really enjoyed my listen
-3.5
Eagles
3/5
- high quality vibes
- exactly what I want to listen to on a warm summer night
Sex Pistols
3/5
- really cool original punk rock
- great guitar riffs
- a real give no fucks attitude
The Cure
3/5
- great sound
- nice chill listen
PJ Harvey
2/5
- aggressive but enjoyable
- love some of the bass lines
Slint
3/5
- I appreciate this even know I wouldn’t usually listen to it
- creates a sense of drama
- feel like they were the super early version of the Deftones
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
3/5
- really solid Americana
- love the vocals
Fela Kuti
2/5
- solid but not for me
- live and long
Steely Dan
5/5
- Steely Dan strikes a groove unlike anyone I’ve ever heard
- the variety of lyrics and sounds is perfect
- not a single sleeper on the album
- imagine listening to this sipping on an iced tea on a warm Saturday afternoon
Suzanne Vega
3/5
- started off like a female Leonard Cohen but got better
- kinda in the Fiona apple female singer/songwriter vibe
Bauhaus
2/5
- lots of variety of sound
- don’t love the voice
- a little all over the place
The Kinks
3/5
- same year as Sgt. Pepper? Fishy
- solid, some enjoyable tunes
The Doors
3/5
- this is a good album
- really digs into the blues
- Riders on the Storm is a classic, but is it overrated?
The Black Keys
4/5
- this is peak 2010s alternative
- sounds like high school
- some really great songs but a few fillers as well
Alice In Chains
5/5
- this is a fantastic album front to back
- the guitar riffs are so clean
- layne’s voice is so unique
- perfect grunge album
Iggy Pop
3/5
- decent, this isn’t any old crap
- still not really moving me tho
Beatles
4/5
- this album was much better than I expected
- the songs are tight and well made
- loved the variety in sound, especially Helter Skelter
The xx
4/5
- wow this is really solid
- I love how simple the guitars and beats are, but they still play an integral role
- the dual vocals work really well
The Who
3/5
- solid album
- cool elements of blues