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AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Spy Vs. Spy: The Music Of Ornette Coleman
John Zorn
5 2.26 +2.74
Slipknot
Slipknot
5 2.68 +2.32
Group Sex
Circle Jerks
5 2.75 +2.25
Planet Rock: The Album
Afrika Bambaataa
5 2.79 +2.21
Street Signs
Ozomatli
5 2.88 +2.12
Out of Step
Minor Threat
5 2.95 +2.05
Joan Baez
Joan Baez
5 2.97 +2.03
Smile
Brian Wilson
5 3.03 +1.97
Immigrés
Youssou N'Dour
5 3.09 +1.91
Double Nickels On The Dime
Minutemen
5 3.13 +1.87

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AlbumYouGlobalDiff
1999
Prince
1 3.59 -2.59
Heaven Or Las Vegas
Cocteau Twins
1 3.42 -2.42
Live At Leeds
The Who
1 3.31 -2.31
The Slider
T. Rex
1 3.27 -2.27
Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
Eurythmics
1 3.24 -2.24
Peter Gabriel
Peter Gabriel
1 3.23 -2.23
The Visitors
ABBA
1 3.22 -2.22
Rain Dogs
Tom Waits
1 3.19 -2.19
Ritual De Lo Habitual
Jane's Addiction
1 3.18 -2.18
Hunting High And Low
a-ha
1 3.12 -2.12

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Beatles 6 4.67
Pink Floyd 4 4.75
Nick Drake 3 4.67
Metallica 3 4.67
Beastie Boys 3 4.67
Iron Maiden 2 5
Kendrick Lamar 2 5
Arcade Fire 2 5
David Bowie 9 3.89
Elvis Presley 3 4.33
Neil Young 3 4.33

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Dexys Midnight Runners 3 1.67
My Bloody Valentine 3 1.67
Primal Scream 2 1.5
ABBA 2 1.5
T. Rex 2 1.5
R.E.M. 4 2
Bruce Springsteen 5 2.2
Kraftwerk 3 2
Brian Eno 3 2
Prince 3 2
Kings of Leon 3 2
Tom Waits 3 2

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Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band 1, 4
Peter Gabriel 1, 3, 4

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Popular Reviews

Tidal by Fiona Apple

She's very talented but didn't really grab me.

Amnesiac by Radiohead

Radiohead is also that band for me that has a bunch of cool songs then a bunch of gobbledygook. This is one of the better albums imo.

The Scream by Siouxsie And The Banshees

I don't like this. Helter Skelter cover sucks.

American Beauty by Grateful Dead

There's some good tracks scattered but I don't love it.

1-Star Albums (38)

All Ratings (905)

Black Sabbath by Black Sabbath
Mar 03 2023

Black Sabbath is a cool doom song - Ozzy's voice kinda stinks. Album is jammy fun time. They're good at the guitar. The album art is garbage.

Dusty In Memphis by Dusty Springfield
Mar 06 2023

She's got a good voice but pretty boring music overall. Son of a preacher is a classic.

Violent Femmes by Violent Femmes
Mar 07 2023

Blister in The Sun, Add it up, Gone Daddy Gone all very good tracks. Group has fun bass - vocals are sometimes really cool and sometimes boring drivel.

At Folsom Prison by Johnny Cash
Mar 10 2023

I guess this would be interesting in 1968. Cool that he performed in a prison but otherwise this is Johnny Snorefest. Doesn't even have Ring of Fire, what kinda setlist is that. Dewey Cox is better.

The College Dropout by Kanye West
Mar 13 2023

This is a really good album that is brought down by some crappy skits and a stupid Kenny Powers-esque autobiography at the end. It's fairly simple production but also catchy and does a great job of getting that foot tappin. Lyrics are decent but Kayne was never a poet. Highlights include Jesus Walks, Never Let Me Down, All Falls Down, and Workout Plan.

Screamadelica by Primal Scream
Mar 14 2023

There's some fun jam bits in most of the tracks but it overstays its welcome without switching it up. Songs don't really go anywhere.

Darklands by The Jesus And Mary Chain
Mar 15 2023

Not really my jam.

The Number Of The Beast by Iron Maiden
Mar 17 2023

Iron Maiden was my gateway drug into metal. They are an incredibly talented band that has written some of the most influential music in heavy metal. The Number of the Beast is one of their greatest albums. They don't hold anything back and jump right into it on Invaders - introducing the listener to tasty riffs, sick bass, and lightning fast drums. Bruce Dickenson's commands the microphone with authority. Even when they slow it down (Children of the Damned) it's excellent. Halfway through we get to the title track which is fantastic. Other highlights include 22 Acacia Avenue and Run To The Hills, but there isn't a bad song on this album - it's a quick 40 mins of classic metal but when it's over it makes me want to jump to the next album in their discography.

Guero by Beck
Mar 20 2023

Pretty good! Some good jams on here.

Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Mar 21 2023

I found this to be a decent little album. Highlights include Breakdown, Anything That's Rock n Roll, and American Girl. Straightforward rock and roll - fitting for the time period it was released in. Enjoyable licks, vocals are alright and it's short and sweet - nothing feels too short nor too long. Solid 3.

Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin
Mar 22 2023

Led Zeppelin are commonly known to be a pretty good band and one of the pioneers in the rock and roll and even hard rock space. I've listened to most Led Zeppelin albums and I don't know what it is but this one doesn't hit it for me like say I or II do. Custard Pie is an alright opener - very straightforward stuff that for me doesn't really get me tappin until I hear that harmonica. Things start getting better with The Rover. In My Time of Dying is good but could be half the length. Then we get to for me the highlights of the album, Trampled Under Foot and Kashmir. The second half of the album it starts to get a little boring. Bron-Yr-Aur is a nice little ditty and Down By The Seaside is nice - but nothing here is really memorable for me except The Wanton Song. Anyways it's a solid 3. If I wanted to listen to some Led Zeppelin I'd choose another album.

Autobahn by Kraftwerk
Mar 23 2023

Alright, folks, let's talk about Kraftwerk's "Autobahn." This album might be considered a classic, but let me tell you, it's about as exciting as driving through Kansas - which is to say, not very exciting at all. The title track is 22 minutes long, which is longer than most people's attention span. It's like taking a long road trip with someone who won't shut up about their stamp collection. If you're looking for something to get you pumped up on your morning commute, "Autobahn" isn't it. It's more like elevator music for robots. And let's not forget about the album cover. It looks like it was designed by a first-grader with a ruler and a set of white and blue pencils. I mean, come on, guys, at least put in a little effort. Overall, if you're a fan of music that puts you to sleep, then "Autobahn" is the album for you. But if you're looking for something with a little more energy and excitement, you might want to look elsewhere.

Floodland by Sisters Of Mercy
Mar 24 2023

I have a soft spot for the 80s sound. I love the gothic tone of their music. Overall it's okay - Lucretia through Flood II are solid but the rest of it is forgettable.

Back In Black by AC/DC
Mar 27 2023

I'm not a huge fan of AC/DC personally, but you have to admit that have some bangers and have some really solid guitar. Hells Bells, Back in Black, Shook Me All Night Long, these are absolute classics that will light up any Manitoba social. The rest of the songs are pretty bland, fortgettable and same-y. The vocals suck - it's like if Axl Rose couldn't hit a note. The last track is absolute dog shit.

Tea for the Tillerman by Cat Stevens
Mar 28 2023

Musicianship on point. Wild World and Father and Son are very good. Nice sounding stuff but boring at times.

The Clash by The Clash
Mar 31 2023

Never really got into The Clash, however there are some fun punk tracks on this album. 48 Hours has some great gang vocals. Janie Jones is a good opener. White Riot is a great track. I don't love the Police and Thieves cover but otherwise fairly solid album.

Gorillaz by Gorillaz
Apr 03 2023

I like this album quite a bit - some awesome tracks, especially the ones with Del (Clint Eastwood, Rock The House). M1 A1 might be more of a Blur song, but I really like it. Dropping a star because of Man Research, that track was annoying.

The Specials by The Specials
Apr 04 2023

(Mandatory "SKA SUCKS") I've never heard of these guys before, but actually enjoyed this quite a bit. Solid short and catchy ska songs - I never realized A Message To You Rudy was them (which is apparently a cover of a reggae song). Favourites include Nite Klub and Little Bitch. Too Much Too Young is super repetitive.

Apr 05 2023

I'm not one to listen to Ambient music - but this decent background music/sounds for office working or something that requires focus. The piano tracks are significantly better than the synthesizer tracks in my opinion. I don't think I'd ever listen to this again. It's cool that this was inspirational for some artists I guess.

Shadowland by k.d. lang
Apr 06 2023

She's got a great voice, but too much honky tonk. Shadowland is the best song - Don't Let the Stars Get in Your Eyes is solid mariachi tune.

Gris Gris by Dr. John
Apr 07 2023

Neat idea but didn't really enjoy it

Exit Planet Dust by The Chemical Brothers
Apr 10 2023

I really liked this, was always a fan of the hits of the Chemical Brothers but had never dived into an album. For the dance music of the 90s this was very different - love the breakbeats on this album. English raves in the 90s must have been awesome.

Inspiration Information by Shuggie Otis
Apr 11 2023

Couple decent tracks, but also a lot of filler. Songs with vocals are the best ones while the instrumental tracks feel more like interludes. Talented musicians on this album but felt pretty boring and same-y throughout.

Apr 12 2023

Take On Me is decent but the rest is pretty bad. I even like synth and couldn't get into this. The vocals absolutely suck.

good kid, m.A.A.d city by Kendrick Lamar
Apr 13 2023

This is one of the best rap albums I've heard. Kendrick is a genius lyricist and has excellent flow. It's a fascinating album that tells a story of himself as a teenager growing up in Compton, surrounded by the gang violence purported by the Crips, Pirus, and Blood gangs, but not participating in it. He grew up surrounded by pressures to get involved in crime and gang lifestyles, but stayed out of it, having the dream to make it big in the rap game, and he did just that. Tracks like The Art of the Peer Pressure and maad city (certified banger) give a detailed look into growing up around that violence and his tone and flow (especially on maad city) make you feel like you're in it too. Swimming Pools (Drank), a song that has likely played at thousands of clubs and has been danced to by millions of drunks, discusses the connections between peer pressure and alcoholism that Kendrick was surrounded by growing up. The closer track, Compton, has an awesome Dre feature. Musically wise this album is solid - excellent beats and samples throughout. But the real instrument on this album is Kendrick, his rapping is one of the best in the industry, and his socially conscious lyrics are what make really enjoy it - it's rap music that makes you sit down and think about what is being said. Not to disparage gangster rap, I just prefer lyrics that reflect on the real issues rather than "get money, hit em up, y'all gonna make me lose my mind" lyrics.

Document by R.E.M.
Apr 14 2023

The One I Love is a pretty good track but the rest is seriously meh. Musically fine but the vocalist is not for me.

No Other by Gene Clark
Apr 17 2023

Pretty enjoyable.

Jazz Samba by Stan Getz
Apr 19 2023

The only thing that would make this album better is Richard Cheese.

Konnichiwa by Skepta
Apr 20 2023

He's definitely a good rapper - I didn't have a ton of time with this record. The music was pretty interesting - never heard of "grime" before.

Rio by Duran Duran
Apr 21 2023

Rio is the best track. There's some decent stuff here, I like a good synth.

Apr 25 2023

I didn't realize how much I enjoyed this album. Is this dad rock? Excellent guitar. Great vocals. When the keys shine, do they ever shine. Also I had no idea the singer, guitarist, and backup singer (along with other crew) all died when their chartered plane crashed in 1977 - that got me down a little wikipedia rabbit hole. Free bird is also a 10/10 track. Really love Tuesday's Gone and Simple Man too.

Tidal by Fiona Apple
Apr 26 2023

She's very talented but didn't really grab me.

Apr 27 2023

Really cool album. Musically fun - had me bobbin my head. Atlantis to Interzone is my fav track.

Go Girl Crazy by The Dictators
Apr 28 2023

CARS AND GIRLS CARS AND GIRLS This is alright punk music - it's like a worse Clash. A mascot for a band is a strange thing - also Handsome Dick Manitoba is a dick.

Hot Buttered Soul by Isaac Hayes
May 01 2023

This album is excellent. Honestly probably would've been 5 stars except for the Phoenix track having way too much spoken word before track gets going. Guy's an immense talent. Though this album really could've used his classic "chocolate salty balls" track.

British Steel by Judas Priest
May 02 2023

They've got some good tracks but definitely feel like a diet Iron Maiden. Album opens strong with Rapid Fire, Metal Gods and the classic, Breaking The Law but then falls off a bit. United stinks. Living After Midnight is another classic but the remainder of the album is pretty forgettable. Also I didn't realize it wasn't officially part of the tracklisting, but because I had to hear it, Red, White & Blue should really give this review another star deduction.

Raising Hell by Run-D.M.C.
May 03 2023

Really solid hip-hop. I'm listening to this album for the first and it's crazy how I recognize so many of the beats because they've been in sampled in other tracks over the years. It shows the level of influence these guys had on the industry. The guys are right, it IS tricky to rock a rhyme that's right on time - but they do it. It's Tricky and Walk This Way are the top tracks for me.

Made In Japan by Deep Purple
May 04 2023

Pretty solid album - they're a talented bunch.

Like A Prayer by Madonna
May 08 2023

I really didn't enjoy this album. The album opens with such promise as the title track is an excellent pop song. Then it goes completely downhill. With the only saving grace being Cherish. The slower tracks such as Promise To Fly and Oh Father are just brutal. Keep it Together is a decent track. Pray For Spanish Eyes is a decent slower tracker, with solid instrumentation throughout. The last track is a head scratcher - comes across as some sort of joke track. It is cool that a lot of the guitar on this album is from Prince.

Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd
May 09 2023

An excellent Stink Floyd album. Sometimes I feel as though I like this more than Dark Side and the Wall. It's all kinds of excellent - Shine on You is just an excellent song. The pacing of this album is excellent even the two 12 minute tracks don't overstay their welcome. Excellent guitar work, drumming - love the synth throughout this album. The three middle tracks are all excellent too. This album also has my favourite album art. All around excellent.

Black Monk Time by The Monks
May 10 2023

There's some fun tracks on this album and instrumentally this is decent. I like the drumming on a lot of tracks - it's definitely that early stage punk-like sound. Harmonizing vocals are fun and I enjoy the keys whenever they're present. The lead vocals is kinda just yelling/shrilling and it's not great. I would not return to this album but glad I gave it a spin.

Clube Da Esquina by Milton Nascimento
May 12 2023

It's decent music but I wouldn't listen again.

At Mister Kelly's by Sarah Vaughan
May 15 2023

Cool to see an album from the 50s, and a live one at that. Sarah Vaughan is a very talented singer, a beautiful voice who I'm sure made the club go crazy. Musically this is decent although not my favourite type of music. I would enjoy playing the Fallout series to this album.

Dear Science by TV On The Radio
May 16 2023

This is pretty good stuff! Sometimes I can't get into the vocals but musically this is tight and it's very unique!

Illmatic by Nas
May 17 2023

Nasty Nas! One of the greats.

Two Dancers by Wild Beasts
May 18 2023

There's some good music here overall - but the vocalist is a bit abrasive to me.

Tommy by The Who
May 19 2023
Nilsson Schmilsson by Harry Nilsson
May 23 2023

Got through my backlog with this one - some decent tracks - his overdubbed vocal thing is interesting. Coconut song is silly.

The Visitors by ABBA
May 24 2023

I regret being a visitor to this album.

1999 by Prince
May 25 2023

This album is very bad. Not good! Prince is considered an enigma, a prodigy, one of the greats - but this album is just not good. The album starts off okay, 1999 and Little Red Corvette are half-decent songs. Everything after is downright terrible. Most tracks are 6-9 minutes and don't really offer much beyond a standard chorus/verse structure, so these tracks don't really go anywhere - why not make them 3-4 minutes then? I understand that this is a concept album and there's some story but that doesn't excuse making the music crap for the sake of whatever story he's trying to tell. I partially hope there's a better Prince album in this list but then I'd risk having to listen to some of his crap songs.

May 29 2023

This album is excellent. Elton is a great songwriter. Even though the album is about 75 minutes, every song is solid. Love Lies Bleeding is so good and Saturday Night's Alright is a classic.

May 30 2023

I really like this album - it's a solid indie rock album but it has some of that atmospheric sound that I like.

Vanishing Point by Primal Scream
May 31 2023

Enough Primal Scream! I'm sick of it! This album was not very good. It's like a mix of fairly normal rock songs and then these instrumental/industrial bits that go on too long. What was the band going for here? Trainspotting is 6 minutes too long - like I get it you use more than 4 instruments, cool. This is the first album I seriously considered submitting this review half way through.

Devil Without A Cause by Kid Rock
Jun 01 2023

First and foremost, fuck Kid Rock. I don't really understand how this guy got big - I guess people really wanted a redneck hero. He is decent at rapping - but he can't sing for shit and musically this is fairly weak - though you hear the occasional harmonica or keys that are nice. Bawitadaba is a classic and the Eminem verse on Fuck Off is solid. Otherwise.....MEH

More Specials by The Specials
Jun 02 2023

This is decent ska - mostly fun.

21 by Adele
Jun 05 2023

Adele is a fantastic singer - there's really not too much else to say in this review. Musically this is pretty solid hitting the right notes in the pop, RnB and adult contemporary genres.

Pet Sounds by The Beach Boys
Jun 06 2023

Classic!!

Let's Stay Together by Al Green
Jun 08 2023

This guy is a solid soul singer. The title track is really good!

This Year's Model by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Jun 12 2023

While this list has too much Elvis Costello I thought this album was generally enjoyable. Pump It Up is a classic. I get tired of his voice but musically this fairly decent.

Bossanova by Pixies
Jun 13 2023

Pretty fun alternative rock - they really like to switch between the lighter rock/pop and more zany aggressive alternative rock sound. It makes for a dynamic sound. All that being said nothing really captured my interest all that much and I wouldn't come back to this.

Mama's Gun by Erykah Badu
Jun 14 2023

She's a solid singer - there's some good music here. Organ is sweet on some of the tracks. Surprised I have never heard of her until now - solid soul.

Broken English by Marianne Faithfull
Jun 15 2023

There's some decent tracks on this album. Broken English is a fun song - she's pretty talented and an interesting song-writer (Why'd Ya Do It - vulgar but interesting story there I'm sure). She lived an interesting life! Being homeless and addicted to drugs/battling anorexia before releasing this album. Good for her.

There's A Riot Goin' On by Sly & The Family Stone
Jun 16 2023

Sly and The Family Stone have some really good songs but not all of this album hit it for me. Family Affair is solid single, but the slower songs don't really do it for me.

Blood On The Tracks by Bob Dylan
Jun 19 2023

"Bob Dylan...he plays the guitar. Then he plays the harmonica around his neck. The man's considered a genius by everyone. In and out of music. Beyond music. He's a poet. So anyways, he plays the guitar, then he plays the harmonica, and that's a really talented man. But if some guy puts cymbals between his legs and he's a one man band, people say "wow what a re*ard". I mean that's way more talented." Norm MacDonald This is a pretty solid album. Dylan's a great songwriter.

The Genius Of Ray Charles by Ray Charles
Jun 20 2023

Ray Charles is a friggin beaut. Super talented dude with a great band - this kind of music always makes me feel like I'm in another decade which I love.

Toys In The Attic by Aerosmith
Jun 21 2023

I've never been a big Aerosmithhead but this album is very solid. It's just that good time rock n roll. Walk This Way and Sweet Emotion are classics. Big Ten Inch Record is a hilarious cover - love that dick innuendos found their way into songs (original Bull Jackson version is from 1952) over 70 years ago.

Imagine by John Lennon
Jun 22 2023

John Lennon kinda looking like a younger Bernie Madoff here. Very good album except for the last track. I like some of his honky tonk rock stuff. Reminds me of the Yellow River Boys. Imagine there's no Yoko......

Californication by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Jun 23 2023

This probably my favourite RHCP album. The first 6 tracks are absolute gold, with Parallel Universe being one of my favourites. I do find the album gets a little boring towards the end (Savior). But this is an excellent album with fun melodies. I'm glad Anthony Keidis got more into singing on this album, it added a whole other dimension to their sound.

Disraeli Gears by Cream
Jun 27 2023

Sunshine of your love is a classic but the rest isn't that good. Fun guitar licks but vocals stink!

Music From The Penguin Cafe by Penguin Cafe Orchestra
Jun 28 2023

Produced by Brian Eno.....you don't say? I enjoyed this as some background working music. I don't know if I'd ever return to it, but it's pretty good. There's a lot of weird background noises at times and the sudden noises in "The Sound of Someone....." were abrasive but I will attribute that to some Brian Eno bullshit. The guitar and violin are beautiful. Not sure what Zopf is exactly but the tracking listing and structure of this whole album is interesting.

Le Tigre by Le Tigre
Jun 29 2023

This is decent stuff. First track is tons of fun.

Ready To Die by The Notorious B.I.G.
Jul 04 2023

One of the greatest rappers of all time, even though he only really has two albums. Love the beats and instrumentals on this album and of course Biggie is the main event. Juicy and Big Poppa are absolute classics. I'm docking a star though for the explicit sex content - call me a prude but when I'm listening to my gangster rap while I do audit-related work I'd rather not hear Biggie getting his dick sucked.

Exile On Main Street by The Rolling Stones
Jul 05 2023

This album feels like one big jam session - it's enjoyable but a bit on the long side.

Goo by Sonic Youth
Jul 06 2023

I shat on the last Sonic Youth album we looked at but I preferred this one. There was a song or two with incoherent screaming that sucked but this was a lot better IMO.

90 by 808 State
Jul 07 2023

This is fun

Home Is Where The Music Is by Hugh Masekela
Jul 10 2023

Gets a little repetitive given it's length but it's good jazz and the performers are super talented.

Definitely Maybe by Oasis
Jul 11 2023

Not the best Oasis album but there's some decent tracks.

Closer by Joy Division
Jul 13 2023

There's moments of good stuff, but this mostly drab and boring.

Jul 14 2023

Some pretty fun ditties on this album! I wonder what instrument the horse played.

It's Blitz! by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Jul 18 2023

Yes Yes Yes! This is quite nice. I definitely didn't realize Heads Will Roll was the original version of a popular A-Trak song (well remix actually). Awesome song. Pretty solid indie rock - I like the vocalist. There's some Metric vibes here for sure.

Pink Moon by Nick Drake
Jul 19 2023

Excellent album. The guitar is so nice and relaxing and his vocals are very soothing. He's a sad story though.

Tago Mago by Can
Jul 21 2023

There's some fun stuff here but also some weird ass stuff. Aumgn could be a horror movie score.

My Generation by The Who
Jul 24 2023

My generation is a cool song. The Who hasn't really been a band I've gotten into. There's some decent rock n roll here but nothing super special.

Jul 27 2023

I enjoyed this as background music - I guess the groundbreaking part of this album was the use of rock & roll music from Mylo's upbringing, but not knowing any of those songs means that it didn't really mean anything to me. With that said this was enjoyable, easily digestible house music from the early 2000s.

Hybrid Theory by Linkin Park
Jul 28 2023

This album defined my grade 7 year. At the time this music was super unique and groundbreaking - so many genres mixed together. Excellent album from start to finish. There isn't a bad track even if CRAWWLLLLING INNNNN MYYY SKINNN is meme-worthy. Forgotten and Runaway are bangers. I wish this band kept doing this kind of sound - Meteora was great but everything after that got worse and worse imo. RIP Chester.

The Predator by Ice Cube
Aug 02 2023

Ice Cube is crazy as fuck! This is awesome stuff - some big hits here. It Was a Good Day, Check Yo Self. Just good stuff!

Maggot Brain by Funkadelic
Aug 07 2023

This is some pretty sweet funk

The Band by The Band
Aug 08 2023

Some fine tunes on this album.

Beach Samba by Astrud Gilberto
Aug 09 2023

I don't particularly enjoy this.

Metallica by Metallica
Aug 15 2023

Excellent album - bringing in Bob Rock took them to the big leagues, even if I prefer their thrashier sound more.

The Man Machine by Kraftwerk
Aug 21 2023

This is much better than the Autobahn album - there's a few real songs here that are decent (The Robots, The Man Machine) but there are still a few tracks that don't really go anywhere.

Abattoir Blues / The Lyre of Orpheus by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Aug 22 2023

I don't really like his singing voice - musically this is decent. This album goes on a long time though, overstays it's welcome.

Atomizer by Big Black
Aug 23 2023

There's some cool riffs and some fun groove on some of these songs but the whole album sounds like it was recorded in a tunnel and the vocals really suck at times.

Aug 24 2023

The last track is decent but I was also probably excited for this to be over. A lot of crap inserted into the tracks - Eno does what he does.

...Baby One More Time by Britney Spears
Aug 25 2023

It's Britney, Bitch. The singles on this album are excellent. The rest of the album.....isn't really. I don't think I enjoyed any of the non-singles, especially Soda Pop. Sometimes and Born To Make You Happy are excellent songs. Baby One More Time is a classic and Crazy is also excellent. Can't believe she was 16 when this stuff was made. Good for her.

Paul Simon by Paul Simon
Aug 29 2023

This is decent folk music but nothing special. No Graceland that's for sure.

Yeezus by Kanye West
Aug 31 2023

Some really good tracks on here - Black Skinhead, Blood on the Leaves, Guilt Trip. I do appreciate the more industrial sound he goes for on these tracks. Some really stupid decisions on this album too, the screams on I Am a God. Some of the sound effects - very abrasive. You can tell this is when Kanye was starting to really stray from the solid production he was known for, and when his ego went really overboard (some of the lyrics are awful, "Eatin' Asian pussy, all I need was sweet n sour sauce" - CANCELLED). I do feel like I would get into some of the tracks more on subsequent listens, but also with some of the sound effects, random screams, and odd sample choices ("UH-HUH HONEY" on Bound 2) I really don't want to.

Our Aim Is To Satisfy by Red Snapper
Sep 01 2023

I enjoyed this album - really groovy music and fun tracks. Vocal guests were a mixed bag.

Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen
Sep 05 2023

Maybe I'd get it if I was American.

Brutal Youth by Elvis Costello
Sep 06 2023

I didn't realize that Elvis Costello had a punk side. This is decent.

Ray Of Light by Madonna
Sep 07 2023

I like the music on this album - Madonna's vocals are also very strong. Ray of Light is a great track.

Fleet Foxes by Fleet Foxes
Sep 12 2023

Probably the best folk/indie/whatever album front to back, or at least top 5. Best Fleet Foxes album too (though the other 3 are excellent).

Risque by CHIC
Sep 14 2023

This is fantastic.

Faust IV by Faust
Sep 15 2023

I didn't hate this - some interesting stuff.

Juju by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Sep 19 2023

Some good tracks on this!

Your Arsenal by Morrissey
Sep 21 2023

I enjoyed this one - guy is still a dick.

Deja Vu by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Sep 22 2023
Red Headed Stranger by Willie Nelson
Sep 26 2023

OUTLAW COUNTRY BABY - I actually liked this quite a bit.

New York Dolls by New York Dolls
Sep 27 2023

Some good rock n roll tracks in here but wouldn't listen again. Probably awesome in their era.

Heroes by David Bowie
Sep 29 2023

Besides the Eno shit this is pretty good.

We Are Family by Sister Sledge
Oct 02 2023

I felt like part of the family.

Lam Toro by Baaba Maal
Oct 05 2023

Nice music! Chill stuff.

Vol. 4 by Black Sabbath
Oct 09 2023

Excellent album. Makes me wanna do cocaine.

Bookends by Simon & Garfunkel
Oct 10 2023

Mrs Robinson!

A Short Album About Love by The Divine Comedy
Oct 13 2023

There's no jokes on this. False advertising. Honestly good though - love the orchestral stuff.

Garbage by Garbage
Oct 16 2023

It's not Garbage! Some good tracks.

Music From Big Pink by The Band
Oct 17 2023

The Weight is a classic track, but the rest is pretty forgettable.

The Holy Bible by Manic Street Preachers
Oct 18 2023

This is really solid - I really like the vocals and the songs have this unique sound.

Dummy by Portishead
Oct 19 2023

There's some cool loops and beats on this but I found it a bit boring and the vocals were just okay.

Bayou Country by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Oct 23 2023

SWAMP ROCK BABY

Odelay by Beck
Oct 24 2023

DECENT

Too Rye Ay by Dexys Midnight Runners
Oct 25 2023

Come on Eileen is good but Don't Walk Away Eileen is better - did not like this very much.

The Next Day by David Bowie
Oct 31 2023

This is really good - never heard this album!

Time Out by The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Nov 01 2023

Fun background music.

High Violet by The National
Nov 02 2023

Really good music - but I've also struggled a bit with the vocalist, he just seems bored.

E.V.O.L. by Sonic Youth
Nov 03 2023

Last song was cool but probably because I wanted it to be over.

Hot Fuss by The Killers
Nov 08 2023

Some huge hits here and some solid ones that I haven't heard much before (Jenny Was A Friend of Mine, Midnight Show). The last two songs suck though! Pretty good album in total.

Graceland by Paul Simon
Nov 13 2023

Awesome album.

She's So Unusual by Cyndi Lauper
Nov 14 2023

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun is a fun song.

The Healer by John Lee Hooker
Nov 17 2023

He's good but a lot of this is boring. Santana feature is cool.

Music by Madonna
Nov 22 2023
Private Dancer by Tina Turner
Nov 24 2023

QUEEN OF ROCK N ROLL BABY She's excellent. Crazy that she was 45 when she put out what is likely her best album. Amazing her career took off in her middle years.

Hounds Of Love by Kate Bush
Nov 27 2023

Bonus star for dogs on the cover. Waking the Witch and Watching You Without Me are really strange songs. Running Up That Hill is a classic.

Songs In The Key Of Life by Stevie Wonder
Nov 29 2023

I was surprised how much I enjoyed this album. Some excellent tracks and lots of classics that didn't realize were Stevie Wonder songs. There is a bit of filler in this double album and I wish this site would stop posting double albums haha.

The Libertines by The Libertines
Nov 30 2023

Typical English indie whatever.

Arrival by ABBA
Dec 04 2023

I don't like ABBA.

Revolver by Beatles
Dec 05 2023

One of the best Beatles albums.

Hearts And Bones by Paul Simon
Dec 06 2023

That cars are cars song is kinda dumb but the album is pretty good.

Dec 08 2023

This is an excellent album. I prefer Andre's side, but Big Boi's side is really good too. Some absolute classics on here.

Low-Life by New Order
Dec 12 2023

Not a huge fan of the genre, but came away enjoying this album.

The Slider by T. Rex
Dec 13 2023

these guys suck

Street Signs by Ozomatli
Dec 14 2023

This has been one of the biggest surprises and best albums in this list so far. This is awesome stuff.

Aftermath by The Rolling Stones
Dec 15 2023

More like the Rolling Bores!

The Köln Concert by Keith Jarrett
Dec 18 2023

Very nice improvised piano. Weird clap rhythm at the end.

The Doors by The Doors
Dec 20 2023

A handful of good tracks and a handful of mehhhh

Aha Shake Heartbreak by Kings of Leon
Dec 22 2023

These guys suck ass - how did they get anywhere.

G. Love And Special Sauce by G. Love & Special Sauce
Dec 27 2023

The blues are great but the vocals are not for me - it's like a shitty Sublime.

Birth Of The Cool by Miles Davis
Jan 01 2024

If peeing your pants is cool, consider me Miles Davis.

Parallel Lines by Blondie
Jan 02 2024

This is solid! A couple of classic hits here too.

Heaven Or Las Vegas by Cocteau Twins
Jan 03 2024

I did not particularly enjoy this. Good singing I guess? Boring overall.

Alien Lanes by Guided By Voices
Jan 04 2024

Lo-fi.....or lo-quality? Meh

Sheet Music by 10cc
Jan 05 2024

This is pretty fun stuff.

At San Quentin by Johnny Cash
Jan 09 2024

Fulsom Prison Blues part 2. Good live album.

Electric by The Cult
Jan 10 2024

I really enjoyed this.

Caetano Veloso by Caetano Veloso
Jan 12 2024

Interesting album art. Music is kinda meh for me.

Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins
Jan 15 2024

Excellent album. Great sounding and lots of good tracks.

Jan 16 2024

It's a nice set and Nirvana are great but I'm tired of getting live albums in this list.

Dry by PJ Harvey
Jan 17 2024

I thought this was quite good!

Lust For Life by Iggy Pop
Jan 22 2024

Iggy my man what an album

Fragile by Yes
Jan 23 2024

It's not bad but I expected more.

Orbital 2 by Orbital
Jan 24 2024

Some solid working music - I enjoyed this especially given how old it is. The opening and closing tracks are garbage even though I guess it serves some purpose.

Heavy Weather by Weather Report
Jan 26 2024

This is easy background music - pretty neat.

Want One by Rufus Wainwright
Jan 31 2024

Pretty solid album.

Feb 01 2024

There were some decent tracks, but as far as grunge goes (not my preferred genre) it's.......fine?

Raw Like Sushi by Neneh Cherry
Feb 02 2024

Never heard of her before but I thought this was really solid pop music.

Stardust by Willie Nelson
Feb 05 2024

This is really fucking sweet. It's like a non-country Willie Nelson album.

Hot Rats by Frank Zappa
Feb 06 2024

Some pretty sweet tunes.

American Beauty by Grateful Dead
Feb 07 2024

There's some good tracks scattered but I don't love it.

Feb 12 2024

This is one of the best rap albums of all time. Eminem is one of the GOATs. There is really nothing else to say. Highlights are The Way I Am, Kill You, Bitch Please Part 2, and Criminal.

Odessa by Bee Gees
Feb 16 2024

Didn't seem like the Bee Gees but was alright.

Boston by Boston
Feb 19 2024

This album is so damn good.

Quiet Life by Japan
Feb 21 2024

No bueno. Why does New Wave mostly suck?

S&M by Metallica
Feb 23 2024

This is one of the best live albums I've listened to. There's just something about symphony music and heavy metal that go so well together. Would have been a heck of a show to see.

Bat Out Of Hell by Meat Loaf
Feb 26 2024

Super fun album. Really enjoy the guitar throughout, and Meat Loaf has a great voice.

Reggatta De Blanc by The Police
Feb 27 2024

Not a huge fan of the style but there's definitely some good tracks here and there.

GREY Area by Little Simz
Feb 28 2024

This is pretty damn sweet. She's got great flow.

m b v by My Bloody Valentine
Feb 29 2024

I don't think this genre is for me. Drones on and on and on.

Vauxhall And I by Morrissey
Mar 01 2024

I like his voice but the music is pretty boring and he's an ass, so....meh!

xx by The xx
Mar 05 2024

This album is so good. Very chill but mesmerizing and memorable. Lots of feels when I listen to this one.

Winter In America by Gil Scott-Heron
Mar 08 2024

I really liked this - soul, jazzy, bluesy, fun time rock - great vocals, nice keys.

Fear Of Music by Talking Heads
Mar 11 2024

There are better Talking Heads albums.

Feast of Wire by Calexico
Mar 14 2024

This is pretty good. I like the Mexican style blended into the Indie sound.

Figure 8 by Elliott Smith
Mar 18 2024

Never heard of this guy. I think his girlfriend stabbed him, just saying.

In Rainbows by Radiohead
Mar 19 2024

There's parts of Radiohead I like and parts where I just feel like I don't get it.

american dream by LCD Soundsystem
Mar 20 2024

I like LCD Soundsystem but I don't love this album. I found their previous efforts to be a lot more dance-y and while there are some solid ones on this album (Call The Police) there's too much slow stuff for me. I prefer Sound of Silver or This is Happening.

Elvis Presley by Elvis Presley
Mar 21 2024

He's the king baby. So many fucking bangers.

Violator by Depeche Mode
Mar 22 2024

I find a lot of albums in this genre area uninspired and bland, but I really enjoyed this one. Personal Jesus is a classic.

The Atomic Mr Basie by Count Basie & His Orchestra
Mar 25 2024

This album is a (nuclear) blast!

Eliminator by ZZ Top
Mar 26 2024

These guys are fun and have some tasty licks, though I wouldn't come back to it.

Sweet Baby James by James Taylor
Mar 29 2024

Not the right country road song. Overall decent though.

Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Apr 02 2024

Love me some CCR.

Heroes to Zeros by The Beta Band
Apr 03 2024

The music does not match the album art. The music is pretty interesting and decent but the album cover is where this album shines.

Pretenders by Pretenders
Apr 08 2024

There's some good tracks but the album feels a bit long.

25 by Adele
Apr 09 2024

Dude you're getting Adele!

Apr 11 2024

They have some fun, quick songs - but after hearing 18 different Motorhead songs I felt like I heard 3? They all kinda sound the same - but it could also be the live environment? Pretty meh.

Southern Rock Opera by Drive-By Truckers
Apr 12 2024

There's some fun southern rock here but it wears out its welcome rather quickly - one disc would have been enough.

My Aim Is True by Elvis Costello
Apr 16 2024

Some good tracks on this one. I enjoyed it.

Midnight Ride by Paul Revere & The Raiders
Apr 17 2024

Rock n roll baby

Histoire De Melody Nelson by Serge Gainsbourg
Apr 18 2024

There's some cool funky sounds on this album. Don't particularly care for spoken word but there are some interesting sounds and it's interesting how it's essentially a story (with some creepy ass subject matter). Interesting but would never listen again.

Nevermind by Nirvana
Apr 22 2024

Excellent album - I'm not even a huge grunge fan but the songs are excellent, drumming is great, Kurt was awesome at what he does. Some of the more punk tracks like Territorial Pissings are awesome.

Arise by Sepultura
Apr 26 2024

I enjoy a certain amount of thrash and this is almost too much thrash. I don't care for the vocals. Musically it's decent.

Amnesiac by Radiohead
Apr 29 2024

Radiohead is also that band for me that has a bunch of cool songs then a bunch of gobbledygook. This is one of the better albums imo.

Homework by Daft Punk
Apr 30 2024

I've listened to this Daft Punk album the least out of all them, but it's really quite good. You can see how influenced they were from acts like Kraftwerk. There's some really good tracks on here (Da Funk, Around The World). For me this doesn't rise to the level of Discovery or RAM, but it's still solid.

At Fillmore East by The Allman Brothers Band
May 01 2024

This was some quite nice sounding music. Pretty relaxing and groovy.

Ananda Shankar by Ananda Shankar
May 02 2024

Who knew the Rolling Stones just needed some sitar? I enjoyed this.

Blue Lines by Massive Attack
May 06 2024

Really enjoyable.

Blood Sugar Sex Magik by Red Hot Chili Peppers
May 07 2024

There's some really good songs but the album kinda wears on me. Favourites are Power of Equality, Suck My Kiss, and Give It Away.

Arular by M.I.A.
May 08 2024
Cross by Justice
May 09 2024

Awesome album - these guys are excellent.

Odessey And Oracle by The Zombies
May 15 2024

TIME OF THE SEASONNNNNN FOR LOVINGGGGGG This album is pretty good! Always nice to listen to old rock that I would never otherwise hear, when it's good at least.

The Stranger by Billy Joel
May 17 2024

Awesome album. Not a bad track here.

Sign 'O' The Times by Prince
May 21 2024

This sucks - some of it is cool but most of it sucks, so it sucks!

Dog Man Star by Suede
May 22 2024

Slough to get through after a while - it has some good songs but gets boring.

May 23 2024

Interesting background music - but why is a score in this list? This is 1001 ALBUMS not 1001 movie soundtracks. I haven't seen this movie - would like to I guess?

Nixon by Lambchop
May 24 2024

This is okay

Harvest by Neil Young
May 27 2024

Excellent album - the last two tracks are soooo good.

Born In The U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen
May 28 2024

The hits are pretty good but I don't care for much of this.

Be by Common
May 30 2024

Some decent tracks, good production. He's a good rapper even though I've hardly listened to him.

Butterfly by Mariah Carey
May 31 2024

She's an absolute talent for sure but musically I found this fairly boring.

L.A. Woman by The Doors
Jun 03 2024

I enjoyed the blueisness of it. Riders on the Storm is a classic. Solid album altogether.

Live At Leeds by The Who
Jun 04 2024

I'm pretty over live albums being in this list.

Cloud Nine by The Temptations
Jun 06 2024

Some enjoyable mo-town for a friday.

Live At The Regal by B.B. King
Jun 10 2024

A live album that isn't two hours! This is fun - BB is a legend.

War by U2
Jun 11 2024

I don't particularly like U2 but this is one of their better showings.

Slipknot by Slipknot
Jun 14 2024

I got into Slipknot a few years ago - this album is excellent. This album defined the metal genre in the late 90s/early 2000s. So much drums, chaotic guitars, Corey's screams, there's just so much on this. 5/5 great to mosh to.

Frank by Amy Winehouse
Jun 17 2024
The Bends by Radiohead
Jun 18 2024

This is fine. Radiohead is overrated.

Pelican West by Haircut 100
Jun 20 2024

This is pretty sweet - honestly reminds me of Vulfpeck.

Loveless by My Bloody Valentine
Jun 21 2024

Some neat ideas but pretty droney and boring for me.

Rage Against The Machine by Rage Against The Machine
Jun 24 2024

An incredible debut album - socially conscious, loud, innovative, and well done.

Jul 01 2024

This album is so damn good. Morning Glory, Champagne Supernova, Hello, Wonderwall - there isn't a bad song.

Antichrist Superstar by Marilyn Manson
Jul 04 2024

This is a challenging listen. First of all it's too long - there's too many filler tracks. I appreciate the dark themes and tones but I find the industrial influence makes the songs feel like they drag on and overall go too slow for my liking. The Beautiful People is of course a banger but that's a faster tempo song that is much different than say, Man That You Fear. Also fuck this guy - he seems like a real piece of shit.

Parachutes by Coldplay
Jul 08 2024

Musically some of this is nice, but it gets really boring - the vocalist is boring too.

All Hail the Queen by Queen Latifah
Jul 10 2024

It's fine - very much a sound of it's time.

OK Computer by Radiohead
Jul 11 2024

It's a pretty solid album through and through - a few weird tracks that are just too weird.

Let It Bleed by The Rolling Stones
Jul 16 2024

Pretty pretty pretty good

Electric Prunes by The Electric Prunes
Jul 17 2024

Ehhhhh this isn't very good, mostly because of the vocals.

White Ladder by David Gray
Jul 18 2024

Some neat songs but gets boring.

Rumours by Fleetwood Mac
Jul 22 2024

Some awesome songs here - a few boring ones though.

Appetite For Destruction by Guns N' Roses
Jul 23 2024

One of my gateways into hard rock and metal. This is one of the best hard rock albums of all time, if not the best. Guns N Roses peaked on their first album, which is wild (they've got some bangers after, but nothing is as complete and good as Appetite). Welcome To The Jungle is the perfect opening - other favs of mine include Night Train, Think About You, and Out Ta Get Me. Of course the singles are all very good too.

Mott by Mott The Hoople
Jul 24 2024

Boring butt rock

Hot Shots II by The Beta Band
Jul 25 2024

It's not bad - vocals are a little droney for me but musically it's alright.

Jul 29 2024

I've never heard of these guys before but this is pretty okay. I feel like you have to have a big IQ to understand this one - because all I hear is echoy vocals, a screaming banshee, and mild guitar and drums.

1984 by Van Halen
Jul 30 2024

Fun album!

Peter Gabriel by Peter Gabriel
Aug 01 2024

Down The Dolce Vita was cool but the rest sucked.

The Fat Of The Land by The Prodigy
Aug 06 2024

Having known Smack My Bitch Up, Breathe, and Firestarter for years I was curious about the rest of this album. I love this big beat, electropunk stuff - really enjoyed this album. Some songs are catchier than others but overall this is really good. RIP Flint

The Trinity Session by Cowboy Junkies
Aug 07 2024

They're very talented. Vocalist has a great voice. Slow ass Americana isn't exactly my style (I always enjoy it better in the live format) but this is pretty good - I just wouldn't listen to it on my own.

Fever Ray by Fever Ray
Aug 08 2024

Interesting album! Wouldn't revisit but it was decent.

Modern Kosmology by Jane Weaver
Aug 09 2024

This is a very cool album - never heard of her!

Young Americans by David Bowie
Aug 14 2024

Very good album - some classics on here - like the move into R&B/Soul.

Olympia 64 by Jacques Brel
Aug 15 2024

Enough live albums - this is like listening to a musical which I cannot understand at all because it is in French. Why do I have to listen to this before I die?

Purple Rain by Prince
Aug 19 2024

I generally dislike Prince's music but this album is quite good!

Exodus by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Aug 20 2024

This album is awesome. Bob Marley is great.

Beyond Skin by Nitin Sawhney
Aug 21 2024

Ok this is a cool album that I'd expect to see in a list like this. Very interesting, I enjoy the nuclear weapon themes throughout. Musically very cool downtempo with Indian and I'm sure many other influences. Fan of this.

The Scream by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Aug 23 2024

I don't like this. Helter Skelter cover sucks.

The Score by Fugees
Aug 27 2024

Lots of great songs on this album - Killing Me Softly is an all-timer.

Run-D.M.C. by Run-D.M.C.
Aug 28 2024

Pretty good classic hip-hop.

Aug 29 2024

She's really talented and this is kinda nice background music - but it's pretty boring and minimalist - not a ton going on. Weyes Blood is great though.

Emperor Tomato Ketchup by Stereolab
Aug 30 2024

5 for Album title alone - then -3 because most of this sucked

Channel Orange by Frank Ocean
Sep 03 2024

This might go down as a classic R&B/Soul album - Frank is a great vocalist - I liked this quite a bit.

L'Eau Rouge by The Young Gods
Sep 05 2024

There's some neat riffage here and there, and the fact that most of the music is all samples and synth is neat - but it's generally abrasive and not very enjoyable.

Seventh Tree by Goldfrapp
Sep 06 2024

This is decent but I wouldn't go around listening on my own time.

Ramones by Ramones
Sep 09 2024

Fun, easy, punk rock - these guys paved the way for the genre. Not a band I listen to much but Blitzkreig Bop is a BOP.

Electric Ladyland by Jimi Hendrix
Sep 10 2024

Really amazing guitar for most of it but I dunno the songwriting is kinda meh

Fred Neil by Fred Neil
Sep 16 2024

This is pretty good!

Killing Joke by Killing Joke
Sep 17 2024

Eh this is just okay. Singer looks like Alice Cooper.

The Man Who by Travis
Sep 18 2024

This is decent - some songs sound like Walmart Oasis but it's a nice listen generally.

Fisherman's Blues by The Waterboys
Sep 19 2024

This is pretty awesome - solid folk. Makes me want a pint.

The Blueprint by JAY Z
Sep 23 2024

Very good - Jay-Z is great - Renegade is a sick track.

Sep 25 2024

Interesting concept album. I like the music of some of this but it feels like a fancy spoken word album, thought he would rap more. It's interesting but Original Pirate Material is a better album imo.

Actually by Pet Shop Boys
Sep 26 2024

Some decent tracks on this! For 80s new wave this is better than a lot of the famous acts.

Cut by The Slits
Sep 27 2024

There's some interesting tracks on this. Never heard of them before so always cool to hear a new (old) punk group.

Walking Wounded by Everything But The Girl
Oct 02 2024

I was surprised by this one - pretty decent.

Blunderbuss by Jack White
Oct 03 2024

Some fun songs but nothing too special

In Utero by Nirvana
Oct 04 2024

Very good! I like the Albini mixing even if the singles lost that during the recording process.

Tical by Method Man
Oct 07 2024
Vespertine by Björk
Oct 09 2024

Bjork is interesting but not something I'd revisit.

Billion Dollar Babies by Alice Cooper
Oct 10 2024

Some cool songs on this! No More Mr Nice Guy is a classic.

Trout Mask Replica by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Oct 11 2024

35 minutes in and I'm not finishing this - even if its avant garde or experimental doesn't mean it doesn't suck.

Ingenue by k.d. lang
Oct 14 2024

k.d. lang is a treasure

Bubble And Scrape by Sebadoh
Oct 15 2024

I enjoyed this one they really went back and forth between a 90/00s indie sound and then more grunge/garage. Pretty stripped down and interesting.

Transformer by Lou Reed
Oct 16 2024

Eh this is pretty drab and boring.

First Band On The Moon by The Cardigans
Oct 18 2024

I like this! Good stuff - LOVE ME LOVE ME SAY THAT YOU LOVE ME

Safe As Milk by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Oct 21 2024

A much much better Captain Beefheart album. Very much 1960s bluesy rock n roll. I enjoyed this quite a bit.

Meat Is Murder by The Smiths
Oct 22 2024

I thought this was solid - Barbarism begins at home was a great track. Still gonna eat meat though.

Oct 23 2024

Some nice easy-listening old time country. Wouldn't listen again but it's fine. The Buckaroos ain't bad.

Talking Book by Stevie Wonder
Oct 24 2024

Yeah Stevie Wonder is great - superstitious is a banger.

American Pie by Don McLean
Oct 25 2024

Decent easy listening folk - American Pie - funny movie!

Live At The Star Club, Hamburg by Jerry Lee Lewis
Oct 29 2024

This is awesome - great live album and it's short too which I appreciate. Would've been a hop!

Oct 30 2024

There's some fun ideas of songs here but it gets kind of repetitive.

Blood And Chocolate by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Oct 31 2024

He's pretty good but I also find this boring.

Porcupine by Echo And The Bunnymen
Nov 01 2024

Not bad!

Murder Ballads by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Nov 06 2024

Nice ballads! Very dark lyrics obviously - Nick Cave is pretty good.

Copper Blue by Sugar
Nov 11 2024

Generic and boring - why is this in this list?

Teenage Head by Flamin' Groovies
Nov 12 2024

Some fun rock and roll - never heard of these guys - it's conventional for the times but enjoyable.

Sister by Sonic Youth
Nov 13 2024

Some interesting sounds on this record but I don't particularly love the type of music.

Eagles by Eagles
Nov 14 2024

BIRD UP!

Live! by Fela Kuti
Nov 15 2024

This is a fun live album but the drum solo at the end is kinda lame.

Sea Change by Beck
Nov 18 2024

Not bad but pretty boring from the usual Beck music.

Savane by Ali Farka Touré
Nov 19 2024

This is pretty awesome - would love to hear something like this at Folk Fest.

BEYONCÉ by Beyoncé
Nov 20 2024

She's a good singer and rapper but a lot of these songs aren't doing it for me. Not sure if I just don't get it or if I have to give it more listens (which I won't).

Truth by Jeff Beck
Nov 21 2024

Some solid Rock and Roll - Greensleeves got me pumped for the holidays.

Groovin' by The Young Rascals
Nov 27 2024

Pretty boring overall

A Walk Across The Rooftops by The Blue Nile
Nov 29 2024

80s drivel - this stuff is hit and miss for me and most of this was a miss

All Hope Is Gone by Slipknot
Dec 02 2024

I really enjoy the groovier direction Slipknot took on some of these songs. It was a change in sound that I think was welcome. Last album to feature Joey and Paul (RIP to both) so it's an important one. Some big hits on here. Not as groundbreaking as their self-titled or Iowa but a great album nonetheless.

The Only Ones by The Only Ones
Dec 03 2024

Hmm this ain't for me.

Kilimanjaro by The Teardrop Explodes
Dec 06 2024

This is enjoyable!

We're Only In It For The Money by The Mothers Of Invention
Dec 10 2024

There's some neat psychedelia stuff on here, given it's Frank Zappa and friends, but then there's some avant-garde stuff that feels unnecessary. Appreciate the concept though I didn't read into it much.

Surf's Up by The Beach Boys
Dec 11 2024

I thought this was quite good.

Live And Dangerous by Thin Lizzy
Dec 13 2024

It didn't seem that dangerous! Thin Lizzy has some good songs but not much staying power for me - pretty cookie cutter 70s rock and roll. That being said this automatically gets at least a 3 for having The Boys are Back in Town.

3 + 3 by The Isley Brothers
Dec 18 2024

This is pretty good!

Nebraska by Bruce Springsteen
Dec 19 2024

Snore!

Country Life by Roxy Music
Dec 20 2024

This is decent! Couple of odd tracks - but generally fun. Also boobs.

Ctrl by SZA
Dec 23 2024

It's cool to see albums from the last 10 years find their way into this listing. This is really good - she's a very good singer - the music and beats are solid. Good features (fuck Travis Scott though). Didn't really pay much attention to the lyrics but they seem good - I can see how this album ended up here.

Destroyer by KISS
Dec 25 2024

Some good tracks but pretty same-y.

Gold by Ryan Adams
Dec 26 2024

Ryan Adams is talented but there's definitely some filler here - I prefer his rockier tunes than his ballads. Tina Toledo's Street Walkin Blues is great. I think a few more listens and I'd enjoy it more - but it's a long album too.

Let's Get Killed by David Holmes
Dec 27 2024

Boring - doesn't ruin my day since it's background music but I had to listen to THIS before I died?

I Am a Bird Now by Antony and the Johnsons
Jan 01 2025

This is interesting music, not my favourite but she's talented.

The Gilded Palace Of Sin by The Flying Burrito Brothers
Jan 02 2025

Great band name, made me hungry. This is a pretty fun little folk country album - nothing too special but for the time I bet it was.

Fifth Dimension by The Byrds
Jan 07 2025

Generally fine - some cool songs but sounds like everything else that came out in the folk rock genre in that decade.

Rattus Norvegicus by The Stranglers
Jan 08 2025

This is a bit fun - nothing too special.

Damaged by Black Flag
Jan 09 2025

Awesome riffs throughout this album.

Jan 13 2025

Tainted Love is a classic - the rest of this ranges from meh to okay.

Make Yourself by Incubus
Jan 14 2025

This is pretty solid rock. I recognize a few tracks but mostly didn't know this band.

Among The Living by Anthrax
Jan 15 2025

I never really listened to Anthrax, but this is awesome.

Brothers In Arms by Dire Straits
Jan 16 2025

Their straight-up rock songs are solid (money for nothing) - but their ballads drag this down.

Bone Machine by Tom Waits
Jan 17 2025

Musically good but I do not like his voice - too froggy for me.

The ArchAndroid by Janelle Monáe
Jan 21 2025

She's really good - the album conceptually is interesting and I appreciate the variety of styles here. And an Of Montreal feature! Cool

The Queen Is Dead by The Smiths
Jan 22 2025

Haven't heard this in a few years - some good tracks on here!

Jan 23 2025

One of the best metal albums of the 90s - Walk, A New Level, Hollow, Fucking Hostile and more. The trashiness of this album is excellent and Dimebag's guitar is unreal. RIP Dimebag and Vinnie.

Bert Jansch by Bert Jansch
Jan 24 2025

I thought this was really good - I liked this.

Penthouse And Pavement by Heaven 17
Jan 27 2025

There is way too much 80s synth-pop crap in this list - maybe some catchiness on this record but I'll never listen again. Do all these bands have the same vocalist?

Yank Crime by Drive Like Jehu
Jan 28 2025

Did not expect to see this genre represented in this list. I didn't mind this but didn't love it either - could see how they inspired the next wave of post-hardcore acts like At The Drive-In.

Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette
Jan 29 2025

Excellent album. A pop artist successfully capturing the sounds of the 90s into an alternative-rock pop album. She's an immense talent.

Jan 30 2025

Excellent album - great blend of indie rock with electronic. Kids is an all-time song.

Miriam Makeba by Miriam Makeba
Jan 31 2025

She's quite good! I enjoyed this - sounds like she was a big deal in South Africa.

Colour By Numbers by Culture Club
Feb 05 2025

This is better than a lot of the new wave in this list. Karma Chameleon is a classic.

Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock
Feb 06 2025

I really enjoyed this jazz fusion stuff.

Unhalfbricking by Fairport Convention
Feb 07 2025

Some nice folk music.

Idlewild by Everything But The Girl
Feb 10 2025

Sophisto-pop? More like sophisto-snoozefest!! Sophisto-poop! Sophisto-trash! This is very boring - maybe it would work in a restaurant or a lobby or something, but wow.

Third by Portishead
Feb 11 2025

There is some decent stuff here but it's mostly a bit boring for me.

Hotel California by Eagles
Feb 12 2025

Classic album - very good, title track is so good.

Moon Safari by Air
Feb 13 2025

This is fine - no Daft Punk!

Lost Souls by Doves
Feb 14 2025

This was decent.

Music in Exile by Songhoy Blues
Feb 17 2025

I thought this was really good!

Hunky Dory by David Bowie
Feb 19 2025

Very good!

The Message by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
Feb 20 2025

Some solid hip-hop! The Message is a classic. That melody on It's Nasty sure is familiar!

Giant Steps by The Boo Radleys
Feb 21 2025

Very boring

I Against I by Bad Brains
Feb 24 2025

Not bad! I think I'd like their hardcore punk stuff before the reggae influence came in.

Sound of Silver by LCD Soundsystem
Feb 25 2025

Classic! Always enjoy LCD Soundsystem.

Feb 26 2025

She's very good - there's some good tracks on here. I liked the Emperor's New Clothes. Nothing Compares 2 U is also a classic I recognized a bit.

Repeater by Fugazi
Feb 27 2025

I need to listen more Fugazi, this was awesome.

Slanted And Enchanted by Pavement
Feb 28 2025

Some decent indie music. My first time hearing Pavement. I would check out more in the future.

Talking Heads 77 by Talking Heads
Mar 05 2025

This is okay. I don't love the vocals.

Pyromania by Def Leppard
Mar 07 2025

I am a sucker for 80s hair metal-pop stuff. This is fun, the solos are cool, the vocals are tight. Not every song is a banger but it's enjoyable enough!

Talking Timbuktu by Ali Farka Touré
Mar 11 2025

It was pretty good and interesting.

Guitar Town by Steve Earle
Mar 12 2025

Not a big country guy - he's okay but it's nothing special.

Rip It Up by Orange Juice
Mar 13 2025

Not very into this.

Tanto Tempo by Bebel Gilberto
Mar 14 2025

This was a step up from the last couple albums this week - I enjoyed it but probably wouldn't listen again. Bossa Nova to me is lobby or restaurant music.

The Real Thing by Faith No More
Mar 17 2025

Yeah I really liked this - some hard rock with a real groove. Mike Patton is an awesome vocalist. He sounds so much like Anthony Keidis at this point in time.

Berlin by Lou Reed
Mar 18 2025

This is pretty boring and I didn't really get into it.

Queen II by Queen
Mar 19 2025

YAAAS QUEEN

Life's Too Good by The Sugarcubes
Mar 20 2025

There's a couple of neat songs but not enough to have lasting appeal.

Green by R.E.M.
Mar 21 2025

It's okay. A little meh. REM isn't my jam.

Kala by M.I.A.
Mar 25 2025

The production and beats are pretty solid, though at times get repetitive. Paper Planes is a classic. She's a decent rapper.

Rising Above Bedlam by Jah Wobble's Invaders Of The Heart
Mar 27 2025

I usually don't listen to "world music" but this is was pretty fun and enjoyable. Sinead on the first track was a treat.

Here, My Dear by Marvin Gaye
Mar 28 2025

It's decent but stop with the double albums dammit.

Kollaps by Einstürzende Neubauten
Mar 31 2025

This should have been album #1002 so I wouldn't have to hear this while I'm alive. Take the German yelling of Rammstein and add the absolute worst parts of Kraftwerk and mix someone tossing aluminum garbage cans into each other and this is what you get.

Time Out Of Mind by Bob Dylan
Apr 01 2025

This album would've been perfect for "how do you do"

Future Days by Can
Apr 02 2025

For a krautrock type album this is definitely one of the better ones - still not exactly music I want to listen to.

The Contino Sessions by Death In Vegas
Apr 04 2025

This was pretty decent background music - I like the Iggy Pop track.

Apr 07 2025

Thought this was quite good - Common is definitely a rap I should look into more. He's got great delivery and it seems like his lyrics are thoughtful and good storytelling (I didn't pay as much attention as I should have). The hooks and choruses with many different guests were solid and brought a nice R&B edge to the music.

The Wall by Pink Floyd
Apr 08 2025

One of the only times I won't complain about a double album being on this list. An excellent one. Big fan of this album.

Green Onions by Booker T. & The MG's
Apr 10 2025

Once upon a time, in a bustling garden filled with vibrant vegetables, there lived a green onion named Booker T. Booker T was no ordinary green onion; he had a dream that set him apart from the rest. While other vegetables were content with their roles in soups, stews, and stir-fries, Booker T yearned for something more. He wanted to be part of the perfect tuna salad. Booker T had heard tales of the legendary tuna salad from the wise old carrot, who had once been part of a grand feast. The carrot spoke of the harmony of flavors, the balance of textures, and the sheer delight of being part of such a dish. Inspired by these stories, Booker T set out on a journey to find his place in the perfect tuna salad. His first stop was the herb garden, where he sought advice from Basil, the sage of seasonings. "Basil, how can I become part of the perfect tuna salad?" Booker T asked earnestly. Basil smiled warmly and replied, "To be part of the perfect tuna salad, you must first understand the essence of balance. The tuna salad is a symphony of flavors, and each ingredient must play its part harmoniously. You, Booker T, bring a sharp, fresh note that can elevate the entire dish." Encouraged by Basil's words, Booker T continued his journey. He met with Celery, who taught him the importance of crunch, and Pickle, who shared the secret of adding a tangy twist. Each encounter brought Booker T closer to his dream. Finally, Booker T arrived at the kitchen, where the chef was preparing for a grand feast. The chef looked at Booker T and smiled. "Ah, a green onion with a dream," the chef said. "Let's see if you have what it takes to be part of the perfect tuna salad." With great care, the chef chopped Booker T into fine pieces, mixing him with tender chunks of tuna, crisp celery, tangy pickles, and a creamy dressing. As Booker T blended with the other ingredients, he felt a sense of fulfillment. He had found his place, and together, they created a tuna salad that was nothing short of perfection. The guests at the feast marveled at the delicious tuna salad, praising its perfect balance of flavors. Booker T had achieved his dream, and in doing so, he had become part of something greater than himself. And so, Booker T, the green onion with a dream, found his place in the perfect tuna salad, bringing joy to all who tasted it. His journey was a testament to the power of dreams and the beauty of finding one's true purpose.

evermore by Taylor Swift
Apr 11 2025

I never heard of "cottagecore" until I read the Wikipedia article for this album. It's nice to hear Taylor explore her folky side. The song writing seems pretty good but I personally find this fairly boring.

Apr 16 2025

Siberian Khatru is fucking goooooood. The main riff reminds me of Chrono Trigger.

Bongo Rock by Incredible Bongo Band
Apr 17 2025

This was surprisingly enjoyable. Who knew the annoying guy by the campfire could make some solid tunes.

Siembra by Willie Colón & Rubén Blades
Apr 22 2025

Wish I had some chips for this salsa. This was pretty enjoyable.

The Rolling Stones by The Rolling Stones
Apr 25 2025

The Rolling Stones are okay. World's Greatest Rock & Roll Band? Not really.

Calenture by The Triffids
Apr 30 2025

There's parts in these songs where it's alright but I think I don't like the vocals, and overall the music isn't doing much for me.

Whatever by Aimee Mann
May 01 2025

She's quite good - this was decent!

I'm Your Man by Leonard Cohen
May 02 2025

I enjoyed the poppier sound with Cohen's voice here.

Mermaid Avenue by Billy Bragg
May 06 2025

This was pretty enjoyable. Easy listening and nice. Reminded me of Coney Island too which was nice.

Rain Dogs by Tom Waits
May 08 2025

I do not like Tom Waits

Deserter's Songs by Mercury Rev
May 09 2025

Never heard of these guys, but this was pretty alright! The vocals took a little getting used to, but musically I thought this was solid. I really liked The Funny Bird, that was a cool track.

Back to Basics by Christina Aguilera
May 13 2025

I knew she had some pipes but hot damn is she fantastic. Musically I thought this was quite good too - lots of R&B and soul inspired pop music, and I enjoyed the theatrical tracks too. Tired of double albums but this was at least one of the better ones!

Cheap Thrills by Big Brother & The Holding Company
May 15 2025

This is solid!

Dub Housing by Pere Ubu
May 19 2025

This is avant garde and I don't care for it.

Superfly by Curtis Mayfield
May 20 2025

Enjoyable soul!

The La's by The La's
May 21 2025

THERE SHE GOES AGAIN........ This was fine - nothing special but not bad either. Definitely a one-hit wonder!

A Love Supreme by John Coltrane
May 22 2025

Supreme Album - really liked this.

Elastica by Elastica
May 26 2025

Pretty decent!

In A Silent Way by Miles Davis
May 27 2025

If peeing your pants is cool, consider me Miles Davis.

Rocks by Aerosmith
May 29 2025

It's crazy these guys would put out an album every year, on top of extensive touring. This was really good I thought.

California by American Music Club
May 30 2025

It was okay

Hms Fable by Shack
Jun 02 2025

This wasn't bad! Cool album art too.

New Forms by Roni Size
Jun 03 2025

Much too long - some interesting sounds here and there but gets boring quick.

The Suburbs by Arcade Fire
Jun 04 2025

This was my gateway album into the Arcade Fire and largely the indie genre as a whole. Excellent album with recurring motifs and melodies and excellent songwriting all around. Every piece of music comes together here. Separating the art from the artist on this review. Not sure that Win Butler is a great guy.

Microshift by Hookworms
Jun 05 2025

This was pretty decent and I've never even heard of them.

Ágætis Byrjun by Sigur Rós
Jun 06 2025

If I really sat down with this one and focused on it, maybe I'd get into it over time. But it feels a bit long and drawn out. There's definitely some interesting songs here and I think the last couple songs are the best - but I dunno maybe this just feels pretentious and overly ambitious without enough payoff for me. It's not bad it's not great, it's just....there.

Urban Hymns by The Verve
Jun 09 2025

This wasn't bad!

Crosby, Stills & Nash by Crosby, Stills & Nash
Jun 10 2025

This wasn't bad! In fact, it was quite good!

Stankonia by OutKast
Jun 11 2025

Some of OutKast's best songs are here - whole album is solid - a little bit long with some unnecessary skits, but great songs. BOB is GOATed.

Smile by Brian Wilson
Jun 13 2025

Very good and very interesting album. RIP!

Moss Side Story by Barry Adamson
Jun 17 2025

To make a soundtrack/film score to a non-existent movie is certainly a choice. This isn't bad perse, but it feels unnecessary - when I want to listen to music I don't exactly go for a movie score. I think Adamson succeeded at what he set out to do, I just didn't really enjoy it. A few of the songs are fun and you can almost imagine what the non-film scene would be. But I'll never come back to this.

Henry's Dream by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Jun 18 2025

This is like if Tom Wait's was good. Enjoyed this!

Maverick A Strike by Finley Quaye
Jun 20 2025

Felt very same-y, there's some decent tracks but mostly ehhhh.

System Of A Down by System Of A Down
Jun 24 2025

An album that (along with a few other bands) defined a new genre of music. The Armenian side of their sound really adds a special layer too. One of the greats.

Jun 25 2025

I was pleasantly surprised by this! Always enjoy hearing the older punk bands that pioneered the genre. I think I liked this more than the Sex Pistols.

Movies by Holger Czukay
Jun 26 2025

Not too bad

Trio by Dolly Parton
Jun 30 2025
Night Life by Ray Price
Jul 01 2025

I enjoyed this! Pretty good.

Hypocrisy Is The Greatest Luxury by The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
Jul 02 2025

This was really good! The music was awesome and the lyrics were interesting - this guy is good.

Scum by Napalm Death
Jul 03 2025

Interesting idea - didn't love it.

Dust by Screaming Trees
Jul 04 2025

Fairly enjoyable! Wouldn't return to it.

I See A Darkness by Bonnie "Prince" Billy
Jul 08 2025

Thought this was really good - would check more of his stuff out.

Only By The Night by Kings of Leon
Jul 11 2025

Singles are alright but otherwise this feels derivative and boring.

In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida by Iron Butterfly
Jul 15 2025

I mean this gets 4 stars for that drum solo alone

The Boatman's Call by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Jul 16 2025

Pretty decent if a little slow

Blur by Blur
Jul 17 2025

Pretty standard BritRock - it's okay - Song 2 is a banger, but most of it is just whatever.

Pornography by The Cure
Jul 18 2025

I thought this was mostly decent - good songwriting - when Robert Smith gets sad it can be a bit much but the guy looks sad so I dunno.

What's That Noise? by Coldcut
Jul 22 2025

Too long - some neat songs and lots of interesting samples - but wouldn't come back to it.

Franz Ferdinand by Franz Ferdinand
Jul 29 2025

Some classics on here. This defined a lot of the rock sound of the 2000s. Good stuff!

The Rising by Bruce Springsteen
Jul 30 2025

I do not understand how people enjoy this. His voice is super meh and the music is all the same.

Joan Baez by Joan Baez
Jul 31 2025

Really good! Fantastic voice and great songs.

New Wave by The Auteurs
Aug 05 2025

This was surprisingly decent!

One World by John Martyn
Aug 06 2025

Was pleasantly surprised by this one!

Bug by Dinosaur Jr.
Aug 07 2025

Not too bad - pretty thrashy for the 80s which is cool.

Fromohio by fIREHOSE
Aug 08 2025

Nothing special here - they should work on their capitalization and spacing.

Cypress Hill by Cypress Hill
Aug 11 2025

Some solid west coast hip-hop. Very good.

Trafalgar by Bee Gees
Aug 12 2025

Couple okay songs but pretty boring.

Rock Bottom by Robert Wyatt
Aug 15 2025

Pretty interesting album - is that C3PO on one of the tracks?

Merriweather Post Pavilion by Animal Collective
Aug 18 2025

I listened to this album a lot back when it came out - some solid psychedelic indie!

Licensed To Ill by Beastie Boys
Aug 20 2025

So many good tracks on this, a classic.

Being There by Wilco
Aug 21 2025

It's okay but too long.

Stephen Stills by Stephen Stills
Aug 22 2025

Not too bad! Interesting album cover.

Django Django by Django Django
Aug 25 2025

This is alright - some decent indie psychedelic.

Venus Luxure No. 1 Baby by Girls Against Boys
Aug 26 2025

Never heard of em, but it was interesting and decent - neat to see early forms of what became post-hardcore.

Scott 2 by Scott Walker
Aug 27 2025

Scott 2 by Scott Walker is a fucking masterpiece of baroque pop—an album dripping with lush orchestration and dark, moody vibes that hit you like a gut punch. Walker’s baritone is haunting as hell, delivering lyrics that are poetic yet twisted, wrapped in arrangements that blend classical strings and brass with a kind of brooding theatricality you just don’t get in most pop music. Tracks like "Jackie" and "The Girls from the Streets" aren’t just songs—they’re mood swings set to symphonies, balancing melancholy and drama like a goddamn tightrope walker. But holy shit, I gotta admit—trying to write this while craving some spicy, crispy Popeyes chicken is driving me nuts. I keep picturing that golden, crunchy coating and juicy inside, and it’s seriously fucking with my focus. Here I am, trying to appreciate the complex, layered genius of Scott 2, but my brain’s stuck on “where the hell is my damn chicken?” The sophistication of the album’s arrangements is clashing hard with my ridiculous hunger for greasy, satisfying goodness. That said, Scott 2 is an intense, beautiful beast of an album—baroque pop at its darkest and most compelling. It grabs you by the throat with its rich orchestral depth and emotional weight, demanding your full attention. But damn, if I don’t get some Popeyes soon, I might have to stop being all highbrow and just go raid the fridge instead.

So by Peter Gabriel
Aug 28 2025

So what?

You Want It Darker by Leonard Cohen
Aug 29 2025

Such an interesting lyricist and enjoyable darker brooding folk.

Back To Black by Amy Winehouse
Sep 01 2025

Should've been called Back To Rehab but otherwise this is fantastic - Amy Winehouse is fantastic and she was gone too soon from this world. RIP

Good Old Boys by Randy Newman
Sep 03 2025

The first track really caught me by surprise lyrically but I see what Randy was going for. This was pretty enjoyable overall though I don't love the style - it gets a little boring for me.

Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness by The Smashing Pumpkins
Sep 04 2025

Smashing Pumpkins can write some really good grunge/hard rock/alternative tracks and it shows here (Jellybelly, Bullet with Butterfly Wings) but there's also a lot of songs on here I consider filler or uninteresting. Billy Corgan's vocals for ballads/slower tracks don't do it for me. This album is much too long imo.

Street Life by The Crusaders
Sep 05 2025

This is some awesome jazz

Shleep by Robert Wyatt
Sep 08 2025
Fly Or Die by N.E.R.D
Sep 11 2025

It's cool that they played their own instruments on this - but I don't care for pop-heavy hip hop. Some of the songs are alright.

Innervisions by Stevie Wonder
Sep 16 2025

Pretty enjoyable.

Pictures At An Exhibition by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Sep 18 2025

This is pretty cool - a rock band doing a live show of an old orchestral piece.

Oxygène by Jean-Michel Jarre
Sep 19 2025

Pretty cool sounding especially since it came out of the 70s.

Black Metal by Venom
Sep 23 2025

This is pretty decent and thrashy - vocals are just whatever but definitely can see this inspiring the genre. Also, why is the last track a preview? That was weird.

Abraxas by Santana
Sep 24 2025

Santana is awesome - this album is a classic

Woodface by Crowded House
Sep 26 2025

This is okay rock pop but I don't think it was essential I hear this before I die.

Getz/Gilberto by Stan Getz
Sep 29 2025

too much bossa nova in this list

Signing Off by UB40
Sep 30 2025

Enjoyable reggae - neat album cover!

Vento De Maio by Elis Regina
Oct 02 2025

Neat but got boring over time.

Third by Soft Machine
Oct 06 2025

I'm glad disc 2 isn't on Spotify - way too long and nothing too special here.

Brothers by The Black Keys
Oct 07 2025

The first Black Keys album I heard - it still holds up! There are some really good tracks here. Never Gonna Give You Up is regrettably not a Rick Astley cover song.

Murmur by R.E.M.
Oct 09 2025

There are some okay tracks on this - I don't love REM but this wasn't bad. The last track was a fun one.

Timeless by Goldie
Oct 10 2025

This album should be called not timeless because it's fucking long! Some interesting beats but wayyyy too long, I didn't even finish it.

Vincebus Eruptum by Blue Cheer
Oct 14 2025

Cool to hear some Hard Rock from the late 60s but it's also kinda whatever.

Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield
Oct 16 2025

Bad memories of seeing The Exorcist as a kid - but this was a fun little proggy rock listen.

Oct 17 2025

Awesome album - tons of classics. Don't care for some of the skits but that's what you get with 90s rap.

The Yes Album by Yes
Oct 20 2025

I say Yes to this album - pretty decent!

Tragic Songs of Life by The Louvin Brothers
Oct 21 2025

Fairly boring folky gospel stuff but not awful either.

Either Or by Elliott Smith
Oct 22 2025

Not bad!

Live / Dead by Grateful Dead
Oct 24 2025

I'm not a deadhead but it's alright.

Pump by Aerosmith
Oct 27 2025

Sometimes I think I maybe slept on Aerosmith. This was quite enjoyable.

Axis: Bold As Love by Jimi Hendrix
Nov 03 2025

His first album is better but there's some good licks here.

Justified by Justin Timberlake
Nov 04 2025

The first half has some absolute bangers but the second half definitely drags. I don't Justin TImberlake would have gotten anywhere had it not been for The Neptunes producing this album - those guys are excellent. Also fuck Justin Timberlake, he seems like a real dick.

Melody A.M. by Röyksopp
Nov 05 2025

An electronic music album in this list that is below an hour? Wow, I am impressed by that. This is pretty good overall - nice background/working music.

The New Tango by Astor Piazzolla
Nov 06 2025

This is pretty sweet - enjoy some tango.

Nothing's Shocking by Jane's Addiction
Nov 07 2025

I don't like Perry's voice at all. Some of the riffs are alright but there's nothing great here.

Manassas by Stephen Stills
Nov 10 2025

Too long but there's some decent tracks.

Smash by The Offspring
Nov 11 2025

This was one of my gateway albums into punk rock - The Offspring were so peak here, it was great.

Psychocandy by The Jesus And Mary Chain
Nov 12 2025

A garbled mess.

Zombie by Fela Kuti
Nov 14 2025
Let It Be by The Replacements
Nov 19 2025

This was decent 80s rock.

Rid Of Me by PJ Harvey
Nov 20 2025

She's quite good!

Eternally Yours by The Saints
Nov 21 2025

This is some fairly enjoyable punk rock. Not too shabby!

Close To You by Carpenters
Nov 25 2025

They're very good - this was enjoyable.

Veckatimest by Grizzly Bear
Nov 26 2025

They're very good - this was enjoyable.

Mask by Bauhaus
Nov 27 2025

Goth rock can be hit or miss for me - there was some good parts here and some not so good parts. Not great, not terrible.

Rapture by Anita Baker
Dec 01 2025
Teenager Of The Year by Frank Black
Dec 04 2025

After listening to this intently, I think I need to check out the Pixies. The songwriting was very good. I'm not completely into the vocals but we'll see. However....this album is much too long. I'm a purist in that 45 mins is the perfectly album length unless you have a convincing double album - this could have shaved a few tracks.

Legalize It by Peter Tosh
Dec 05 2025

This is fairly enjoyable - didn't expect non-Bob Marley Wailers members on this!

Planet Rock: The Album by Afrika Bambaataa
Dec 08 2025

This is fantastic - pretty sure I recognized every track from something - clearly influential!

The Modern Lovers by The Modern Lovers
Dec 09 2025

This is nothing special. The music is alright, but the vocals are pretty garbage.

Daydream Nation by Sonic Youth
Dec 10 2025

The more I hear these guys the more I get into it a bit - don't love it but willing to check them out some more.

KE*A*H** (Psalm 69) by Ministry
Dec 12 2025

The drums are those shitty 80s high compression ones - but musically this was interesting. Thrashy and industrial - it was decent!

Snivilisation by Orbital
Dec 15 2025

this wasn't that bad - a bit long but some neat tracks and good background music

Shalimar by Rahul Dev Burman
Dec 16 2025

There's some fun tracks (cha cha cha) on here. Did I have to listen to this before I die? Not too sure, but I listened anyways.

Van Halen by Van Halen
Dec 18 2025

This is a very fun album. Tons of great sons and it goes very quickly - fun, hectic, noodling. Love it.

Songs From A Room by Leonard Cohen
Dec 19 2025

These are nice little folk albums. I like the guitar and violin when it comes in. It's same-y but enjoyable enough.

Dec 22 2025

I was never a Kornhead, but this was pretty good - really interesting take on the nu-metal genre of the 90s. They're really good at writing these eerie yet catchy tracks. The last track with the bagpipes was a weird one, and the Cheech and Chong cover caught me by surprise. Overall this was really good and I'd listen again and check out more of their discography.

Playing With Fire by Spacemen 3
Dec 24 2025

This is better than that MC5 album for sure. There's some decent psychedlic rock songs here.

Ghosteen by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Dec 26 2025

This was a pretty beautiful album. Super bummer and sad but it was quite good as well. Sucks that he lost his kid, that's sad.

#1 Record by Big Star
Dec 29 2025

Who knew the original That 70s Show theme song was on this album? Otherwise this was fairly forgettable. Some serviceable rock and roll but overall fairly meh.

Triangle by The Beau Brummels
Dec 30 2025

This was relatively enjoyable and it helped it was only 28 minutes - nice little folksy album of dittys.

Dec 31 2025

I usually enjoy alternative hip-hop and musically this was good. Mike's flow and rapping seems good but I also didn't play close attention to the lyrics which is my own fault - but there's 1001 albums and I'm busy. I might've scored it higher if I got into it more - but it was definitely okay.

Call of the Valley by Shivkumar Sharma
Jan 02 2026

Got a bit same-y after a while. I don't know the genre at all. There were definitely interesting sounds and instrumentation. Was fine as background music?

Bad by Michael Jackson
Jan 06 2026

Absolute classic - so many great songs here.

Beggars Banquet by The Rolling Stones
Jan 07 2026

these guys are snoozefests, next!

Stripped by Christina Aguilera
Jan 08 2026

Christina Aguilera is one of the top pop stars of the 90s/00s and this album is a case-in-point example. It is excellent and she is a supreme talent. Dirrty is an absolute banger, Beautiful is a classic positive track. I forgot about the Voice Within and she is so good on it. Overall I think this is a great album, but I'm taking a point off because it's too long. There's definitely a few filler tracks that could've been left off to tighten this up.

Oedipus Schmoedipus by Barry Adamson
Jan 12 2026

This was a pretty cool album!! It's Business as Usual was very unsettling, but otherwise some cool tunes, a cool Nick Cave feature, and just an overall interesting unique album that sounds like something that belongs in this list (finally).

Hejira by Joni Mitchell
Jan 13 2026

She's good but this also got boring.

Ten by Pearl Jam
Jan 14 2026

There's some decent songs on here but the album goes long and Eddie Veder's voice is pretty whatever to me.

Da Capo by Love
Jan 15 2026

Not terrible but not great.

Headquarters by The Monkees
Jan 16 2026

This is pretty enjoyable. They're pretty much just diet Beatles.

McCartney by Paul McCartney
Jan 19 2026

Couple of decent tracks - neat that it's lo-fi, but nothing too too special.

Casanova by The Divine Comedy
Jan 20 2026

This was an interesting album - pretty good. He's a very creative lyricist.

Immigrés by Youssou N'Dour
Jan 21 2026

There's no series of African recordings ever released that's as consistently excellent or historically important as Earthworks.

The Coral by The Coral
Jan 22 2026

Not too bad. The last song was really unique and interesting.

In Our Heads by Hot Chip
Jan 23 2026

Lots of good fun tracks - I don't love the vocals but that's just me.

Soul Mining by The The
Jan 26 2026

Very confusing band name.

Basket of Light by Pentangle
Jan 28 2026

Simple easy listening folk. A little boring but not bad.

Wild Wood by Paul Weller
Jan 29 2026

Pretty enjoyable - never heard of this guy

2112 by Rush
Jan 30 2026

5/5 for the title track alone, this is an excellent epic album. Need more Rush in my life.

Kid A by Radiohead
Feb 02 2026

I used to not get Radiohead but I'm starting to really enjoy this stuff. Cool how they went full electronic on this one pretty much. Idioteque is a great track. Guess I'm a Radioheadhead now.

Happy Trails by Quicksilver Messenger Service
Feb 03 2026

This was fairly enjoyable. Calvary was a sweet track.

Back to Mystery City by Hanoi Rocks
Feb 05 2026

There's some fun tracks here but nothing too special.

The Age Of The Understatement by The Last Shadow Puppets
Feb 06 2026

This is a fun theatrical poppy soundtrack. I'll never listen again but it's unique.

It's Too Late to Stop Now by Van Morrison
Feb 09 2026

As much as I dislike live albums being in this list, this one was a bop. Lots of fun tracks and great energy.

Post Orgasmic Chill by Skunk Anansie
Feb 11 2026

I've never heard of these guys before - it was pretty decent - the vocals were really good and it was interesting to hear those kind of vocals go with a harder rock sound.

Led Zeppelin III by Led Zeppelin
Feb 13 2026

It's not their best but there's some great tracks on this one.

The Grand Tour by George Jones
Feb 17 2026

Decent honky tonk country

Faith by George Michael
Feb 18 2026

Some good tracks on this but also some stuff that isn't as great.

Femi Kuti by Femi Kuti
Feb 24 2026

This was a fun listen.

Red Dirt Girl by Emmylou Harris
Feb 25 2026

Emmylou how do you do???

Paris 1919 by John Cale
Feb 27 2026

Not too bad but nothing special either.

Isn't Anything by My Bloody Valentine
Mar 04 2026

It's interesting I suppose but this droney music isn't really my jam.

Duck Rock by Malcolm McLaren
Mar 06 2026

Not enough quacking, but this is still pretty cool!

Leftism by Leftfield
Mar 09 2026

One of the better electronic albums in this list - enjoyed it quite a bit.

Hard Again by Muddy Waters
Mar 10 2026

Fun fact: Winnipeg is based on the word winipīhk which in Western Cree, means muddy waters. Anyways I thought this was some enjoyable music.

Iron Maiden by Iron Maiden
Mar 11 2026

5 for Prowler alone, such an awesome song. While this album doesn't quite rise to the greatness of Number of the Beast, it's still excellent. Their pre-Dickinson vocalist was solid.

Tres Hombres by ZZ Top
Mar 12 2026

Decent music, great guitar. Vocals are whatever but that's always been ZZ Top for me.

Trans Europe Express by Kraftwerk
Mar 13 2026

It is cool that the Trans-Europe Express sample is used in Planet Rock, otherwise this is pretty boring, some neat sounds here and there. Definitely better than bahn bahn bahn on the autobahn.

D by White Denim
Mar 16 2026

I don't think I ever needed to hear this.

Phaedra by Tangerine Dream
Mar 17 2026

Good for sleeping to? Not anything I can really compare to good music.

LP1 by FKA twigs
Mar 18 2026

She's very good at singing but I don't know about this musically.

Armed Forces by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Mar 19 2026

This list has too much Elvis Costello.

Medúlla by Björk
Mar 20 2026

Good for her in making something using mostly entirely vocals, but this was a bit much. If I want pure acapella, I'm going to listen to the Nard Dog.

Oar by Alexander 'Skip' Spence
Mar 24 2026

Interesting story about this dude. Album was some decent light folk - I didn't mind it.

Suicide by Suicide
Mar 25 2026

This album is mostly decent except for 1) the orgasm noises on Girl and 2) the awful screaming on Frankie Teardrop. For that it gets a deduction.

Freak Out! by The Mothers Of Invention
Mar 30 2026

This was a fun interesting concept album.

Mar 31 2026

Never heard of this group but this album was pretty cool - really varied and despite being long it didn't feel that long.

Devotional Songs by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
Apr 06 2026

This is pretty cool (the version on YouTube).

Car Wheels On A Gravel Road by Lucinda Williams
Apr 08 2026

She's quite good, even if the album title, track titles, and lyrics are very stereotypical country.

Wild Gift by X
Apr 10 2026

Rock and blues-driven punk rock? Count me in for this! Fun album.

Everything Must Go by Manic Street Preachers
Apr 13 2026

I was surprised by how much I liked this. Pretty good!

Funeral by Arcade Fire
Apr 14 2026

All-timer album right here. Fantastic album front to back. Probably the best Arcade FIre but the Suburbs could give it a run for it's money.

Apr 15 2026

Not really a Tom Waits fan but this was at least done in a way that was entertaining, I appreciated the jazz band playing along with him.

Apr 16 2026

I don't think I knew that Genesis was prog, that's cool. It's like diet Rush. Pretty decent!

Drunk by Thundercat
Apr 17 2026

Awesome bass playing - fun funky album.

Next by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band
Apr 21 2026

This had some cool tracks - it was very theatrical in some ways which was interesting.

Sex Packets by Digital Underground
Apr 22 2026

80s/90s hip hop is so good, and this album is no exception. The concept of the album is hilarious and the music is great. Good rapping too.

Some of their hits really do hit, like My Way and Rollin, but then the others are just meh. I'll hand it to them for innovating hard rock/metal for incorporating rap and hip-hop elements, but I don't think I'd come back to this album.

Liege And Lief by Fairport Convention
Apr 24 2026

Decent folksy music but nothing special either.

Play by Moby
Apr 27 2026

Interesting artist - I don't mind some of the tracks but a lot of them are not for me and the runtime is way too long.

GI by Germs
Apr 28 2026

Oh hell yeah - love hearing punk pioneers like these guys. Also Lexicon Devil is definitely from Tony Hawk. Had no idea this was Pat Smear's band well before Nirvana/Foo Fighters.

Rhythm Nation 1814 by Janet Jackson
Apr 30 2026

The hits are good but there's way too many interludes and musically it's fairly basic 80/90s pop music.

Blood, Sweat & Tears by Blood, Sweat & Tears
May 01 2026

This was okay blues nothing bad nothing great

S.F. Sorrow by The Pretty Things
May 04 2026

I dug this. Some good psychedelic rock.

Out of Step by Minor Threat
May 05 2026

Excellent hardcore punk album. They clearly paved the way for a ton of bands. It's too bad their output was so little!

Rings Around The World by Super Furry Animals
May 06 2026

A bit long but there were some cool tracks on this - definitely not a progressive pophead but this was decent!

Low by David Bowie
May 07 2026

This was pretty cool and those ambient tracks were neat!

May 11 2026

This was pretty cool instrumental rock. There were some parts of Djed that were a little abrasive that I didn't love but otherwise this was pretty tight and enjoyable.

Darkdancer by Les Rythmes Digitales
May 12 2026

Some cool songs on this! It kind of tapers off into some not as good stuff.

Opus Dei by Laibach
May 13 2026

Some of the songs were okay but I wasn't too into the style.

Raw Power by The Stooges
May 14 2026

Pretty fun

World Clique by Deee-Lite
May 15 2026

Wouldn't have known that Groove Is in the Heart is by these guys, that's awesome. Otherwise this is just decent, nothing else really stood out to me.

Slippery When Wet by Bon Jovi
May 19 2026

OHHHH WE'RE HALFWAY THEREEEEE OHHHHH LIVING ON A PRAYERRRRRRR

Stand! by Sly & The Family Stone
May 20 2026

Sly and the Family Stone are great and this album is no exception. The n-bombs caught me by surprise but given the band and context, I get it.

Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye
May 21 2026

Marvin Gaye is a gem. Title track is an all-timer.

Don't Stand Me Down by Dexys Midnight Runners
May 22 2026

Nope this could've been unheard before I die

May 25 2026

Couple decent tracks but it's still U2 and I still don't really like it.

The Undertones by The Undertones
May 26 2026

This was solid punk rock - guy sounds like Jello Biafra.

Hysteria by Def Leppard
May 27 2026

Pretty decent hair rock/metal. The hits are the hits.

Survivor by Destiny's Child
May 29 2026

A lot of excellent pop songs with a little bit too much filler, could've taken 15 mins off and it'd be a 5 bagger.

Superunknown by Soundgarden
Jun 02 2026

Not bad but I also don't love it.

Scott 4 by Scott Walker
Jun 03 2026
Hail To the Thief by Radiohead
Jun 04 2026

Excellent - I think I like this more than Kid A even. I always enjoy it when they blend their electronic sounds with the rock and roll instruments. Need to spin this some more.

The Sounds Of India by Ravi Shankar
Jun 10 2026

This album is cool because I now know how to play it all from the instructions. Kidding aside, it was neat and I enjoyed the explanations.

Rust In Peace by Megadeth
Jun 12 2026

Excellent album, probably their best. Holy Wars, Hanger 18, Rust In Peace. Fantastic solos, super fun music.

Chris by Christine and the Queens
Jun 15 2026

This is decent pop but it didn't blow me away or anything.

Sulk by The Associates
Jun 17 2026

I am not into this at all. Some melodies are fine but the vocals are meh and the music is meh.

Is This It by The Strokes
Jun 19 2026

These guys have some great songs - this album is full of them. They have this unique sort of indie like who gives a shit rock sound that's pretty fun.

Illinois by Sufjan Stevens
Jun 22 2026

This was really long, but there are some good songs on here. Didn't follow the concept too closely.

Horses by Patti Smith
Jun 23 2026

I like horses.

Jun 24 2026

This was a very cool punk album - definitely long but so many different influences here and you can see how these guys did a lot of stuff that we see in hardcore and skater punk in later years.

The Velvet Underground by The Velvet Underground
Jun 25 2026

Pretty decent stuff - some of their folk stuff is a little boring.

Jun 26 2026

Seems like decent hip hop? Don't know what he is saying but his flow I think is good and the music is decent. Nothing earth-shattering but not garbage either.

School's Out by Alice Cooper
Jun 29 2026

Fun album! Fitting timing for this one.

White Light by Gene Clark
Jun 30 2026

Little bit slow and boring for me.

Viva Hate by Morrissey
Jul 02 2026

Morrissey is an ass but this was alright.

Since I Left You by The Avalanches
Jul 03 2026

Psychosomatic, that boy needs therapy! Never knew these guys did that song - that song alone gets this album a 4/5. This album overall is quite decent and fun though.

Hypnotised by The Undertones
Jul 06 2026

These guys are pretty fun - easy peasy punky rocky.

The Dreaming by Kate Bush
Jul 07 2026

Interesting album - not bad

Entertainment by Gang Of Four
Jul 08 2026

This was okay - nothing great.

Dig Me Out by Sleater-Kinney
Jul 09 2026

They're quite good - didn't know this was Carrie Brownstein's band!! I bet they spin this one at Women and Women First bookstore.

Bitches Brew by Miles Davis
Jul 10 2026

A little bit spazzy but some cool sounds throughout as well.

Tapestry by Carole King
Jul 14 2026

Nice easy listening stuff

A Seat at the Table by Solange
Jul 15 2026

Was not expecting her to be on this list and she was definitely better than I expected.

Connected by Stereo MC's
Jul 16 2026

This was okay but kind of long for what it is.

To Pimp A Butterfly by Kendrick Lamar
Jul 17 2026

This is excellent. Kendrick Lamar is one of the best in the genre.

Kimono My House by Sparks
Jul 21 2026

This was pretty interesting stuff - never heard Sparks before.

...And Justice For All by Metallica
Jul 22 2026

One of Metallica's best albums - awesome trash, and the longer tracks let them dive into more of a proggy sound. Banger after banger.

Blue by Joni Mitchell
Jul 23 2026

She's very talented but it's a little too slow and same-y for me.

Ritual De Lo Habitual by Jane's Addiction
Jul 24 2026

I don't see the appeal here. Been Caught Stealing is catchy. But a lot of the vocals are trash and musically this doesn't really do much of anything.

Seventeen Seconds by The Cure
Jul 27 2026

I was surprised by this one - moody, synthy, overall pretty decent.

Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode
Jul 28 2026

There's some neat melodies on this album but it otherwise doesn't do a lot for me.

Dookie by Green Day
Jul 30 2026

I haven't heard this in forever. I thought it would be better. Every song sort of sounds the same. Basket Case and When I Come Around are classics but nothing else really stands out. Feel a little underwhelmed!

Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves
Jul 31 2026

Super tight album. Songwriting on here is excellent and Kacey has a great voice. Not my favourite genre but even then it's still very good.

The Stooges by The Stooges
Aug 04 2026

They must have gotten better because this is pretty bad. That 10 min song was trash. The shorter tracks made up for it a bit, but not enough to save it. Pretty meh!

Happy Sad by Tim Buckley
Aug 05 2026

GYPSY GYPSY GYPSYYYYYYYYY WOMAN

Group Sex by Circle Jerks
Aug 07 2026

Best 15 minute album of all time? Awesome fun hardcore punk

Space Ritual by Hawkwind
Aug 11 2026

It sounds interesting but I really wish there was their best album in this list instead of a stupid live album. Tired of live albums in this list!!!!!! *yells at clouds*

Shaft by Isaac Hayes
Aug 13 2026

This is great - damnnnn right.

Palo Congo by Sabu
Aug 19 2026

This is great - lots of fun.

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