Mar 29 2023
Lost In The Dream
The War On Drugs
Just okay, pretty boring
2
Mar 30 2023
Arrival
ABBA
A couple good songs, but overall pretty cheesy and doesnβt flow very well
3
Mar 31 2023
Electric Warrior
T. Rex
Solid classic rock album, with a bit of David Bowie glam, Rolling Stones driving blues, and Hendrix guitar licks. The singing isnβt my favorite and there are some throw away tracks, but itβs overall not bad
4
Apr 01 2023
She's So Unusual
Cyndi Lauper
Fun with some catchy tunes. Better than I expected
3
Apr 02 2023
First Band On The Moon
The Cardigans
Catchy driving tunes. A bit like the band Cake with sultry vocals. Worth a listen, but wouldnβt listen a lot. 3.5 stars
4
Apr 03 2023
Surf's Up
The Beach Boys
1
Apr 04 2023
Deep Purple In Rock
Deep Purple
Generic hair band vibes
2
Apr 05 2023
Selected Ambient Works 85-92
Aphex Twin
Creative an varied, spacious, innovative auditory landscapes. A real mood setter and masterpiece
5
Apr 07 2023
Nilsson Schmilsson
Harry Nilsson
The Beatles we have at home
3
Apr 09 2023
The Modern Lovers
The Modern Lovers
Fun punk jams, but a little repetitive
3
Apr 10 2023
The Score
Fugees
One of the greatest hip hop albums of all time. Every song is a banger. Lauren Hill flows exquisite. Even the skits are fun
5
Apr 11 2023
Bringing It All Back Home
Bob Dylan
Classic Dylan record, but not my favorite. Varied and interesting. 4.5
4
Apr 12 2023
Welcome to the Afterfuture
Mike Ladd
This album really grew on me. Creative record with mf doom / mad villain vibes. Great for a mold
4
Apr 13 2023
Rejoicing In The Hands
Devendra Banhart
Weird stuff
3
Apr 15 2023
At Newport 1960
Muddy Waters
Classic blues album 3.5
4
Apr 17 2023
Broken English
Marianne Faithfull
Not for me
1
Apr 21 2023
Oxygène
Jean-Michel Jarre
1
Apr 22 2023
Lady Soul
Aretha Franklin
Just great classic soul
4
Apr 25 2023
Boston
Boston
Solid classic rock album
2
Apr 27 2023
Paul's Boutique
Beastie Boys
Great start to the album. In the running for best Beastie Boys album, but I still think Ill Communication is better
4
Apr 28 2023
Time (The Revelator)
Gillian Welch
Phenomenon songwriting, musicianship, with intimate soulful vocals. I knew how good βEverything is Free Nowβ is, but turns out the whole album is gold
5
Apr 29 2023
The Slim Shady LP
Eminem
God sent him to piss the world off. Lyrics are messed up but creative. Dre is one of the top producers of all time, but in my opinion this isnβt his finest work. I like some Eminem, but this is probably not an album I will return to
3
Apr 30 2023
Mothership Connection
Parliament
Essential funk
4
May 04 2023
Seventh Tree
Goldfrapp
Some albums on this list I was surprised I missed. This one I wouldβve been perfectly fine with missing
2
May 07 2023
evermore
Taylor Swift
Modern pop isnβt my thing, but this was decent for the style of music
3
May 08 2023
Close To The Edge
Yes
Vocals have a Graghm Nash feel, with worse song writing and harmonies. Music is clearly influential for
Modern Jane music. Some interesting moments
3
May 09 2023
1999
Prince
Not really a fan of 80s pop music
2
May 10 2023
Me Against The World
2Pac
I appreciate 2pacβs influence on hip hop, but his flow feels repetitive to me.
3
May 11 2023
The Sun Rises In The East
Jeru The Damaja
3
May 14 2023
Songs Of Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen
Great songwriting but many of the songs are similar
3
May 15 2023
Fuzzy Logic
Super Furry Animals
Just awful. The only album Iβve listened to so far where I disliked every minute. Definitely one to skip before you die
1
May 20 2023
Tracy Chapman
Tracy Chapman
As nostalgic as autumn leaves
4
May 26 2023
Time Out
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Not bad
3
May 27 2023
The Bones Of What You Believe
CHVRCHES
3
May 29 2023
Songs From A Room
Leonard Cohen
4
May 31 2023
E.V.O.L.
Sonic Youth
3
Jun 01 2023
Beach Samba
Astrud Gilberto
2
Jun 02 2023
The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars
David Bowie
I
5
Jun 03 2023
The Soft Bulletin
The Flaming Lips
3
Jun 04 2023
Welcome To The Pleasuredome
Frankie Goes To Hollywood
1
Jun 05 2023
Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite
Maxwell
2
Jun 09 2023
Machine Head
Deep Purple
Big hairband energy
2
Jun 10 2023
Let It Bleed
The Rolling Stones
You Canβt Always Get What You Want lifted this from 3 to 4. To me this is a three song album with Gimme Shelter, Monkey Man and You Canβt Always Get What You Want. The rest is kind of cheap blues impression filler. Iβd probably go 3.5 with the option
4
Jun 12 2023
Playing With Fire
Spacemen 3
Melodramatic and boring
1
Jun 15 2023
Rubber Soul
Beatles
4
Jun 16 2023
Merriweather Post Pavilion
Animal Collective
I want to like them, because I feel like it would make me a more sophisticated music lover. But I didnβt enjoy anything but My Girls. Too dissonant and busy for me
2
Jun 18 2023
Blood Sugar Sex Magik
Red Hot Chili Peppers
One of the best albums of the 90s. Breaking the Girl is excellent and I think I Could Have Lied is one of the most underrated songs of the generation. Really the first 14 song are all really strong with no need for skips. Both musicianship and production are on point. Rick Rubin is a magician and you can argue this is some of his finest work. Only complaint is the album is too long. Shouldβve cut My Lovely Man and Sir Psycho Sexy, two songs I could do without.
5
Jun 19 2023
Bryter Layter
Nick Drake
The musicianship is excellent, but I prefer a stripped down version of Nick Drake like on Pink Moon. For me Hazy Jane II is the highlight
4
Jun 20 2023
Garbage
Garbage
Garbage but not trash. That said this album is not my idea of a good time
2
Jun 22 2023
Exodus
Bob Marley & The Wailers
Bob Marleyβs production is as superb as his songwriting and vocals. This is not my favorite Wailers album, that would be Uprising. Still it warrants 5 stars. One of the lesser known tracks The Heathen is actually my favorite
5
Jun 24 2023
Rage Against The Machine
Rage Against The Machine
Most people know this as the F*** you I wonβt do what you tell me album, but for me itβs about Wake Up, Know Your Enemy, Take the Power Back. Incredible moments in Fistful of Steel and Freedom as well
5
Jun 26 2023
Head Hunters
Herbie Hancock
Chameleon and Watermelon Man are two of my all time favorite jazz/funk songs. The final two tracks are forgettable. But half the album is legendary, so this gets 5 stars
5
Jun 27 2023
Exile On Main Street
The Rolling Stones
Solid throughout, but not many standouts
4
Jul 01 2023
Blood On The Tracks
Bob Dylan
I think this album is slightly overrated, but itβs still prime Dylan and Shelter from the Storm is a classic
4
Jul 03 2023
Hot Rats
Frank Zappa
Zappa's masterpiece
5
Jul 08 2023
The Chronic
Dr. Dre
Classic hip hop album. Dreβs production is pretty unparalleled
4
Jul 10 2023
Purple Rain
Prince
Not a big 80 synth-pop guy, but this is near the pinnacle of the genre. Bangers sprinkled throughout and only a couple skips for me.
5
Jul 11 2023
After The Gold Rush
Neil Young
Some of Neil Youngβs best work. The title track is exceptional, evocative songwriting
5
Jul 12 2023
Another Green World
Brian Eno
Parts sound like a movie soundtrack. But this didnβt hold my interest
2
Jul 15 2023
Imagine
John Lennon
John Lennon is great and this album is okay. In addition to the obvious Imagine, Give Me Some Truth is a highlight
3
Jul 17 2023
3 Years, 5 Months And 2 Days In The Life Of...
Arrested Development
Pretty cheesy overall, but Iβm a fan of Mr. Wendel and Tennessee
3
Jul 18 2023
The Stone Roses
The Stone Roses
Some good moments especially on the B side
3
Jul 19 2023
The Idiot
Iggy Pop
Why am I listening to this?
1
Jul 20 2023
Sometimes I Wish We Were An Eagle
Bill Callahan
The best artist Iβve discovered so far on the platform. His deep clear voice sounds a bit like an indie Leo Kottke, the lyrics are thought provoking, but itβs the musical arrangements that blew me away. The varied melodic syncopation has uncommon feeling and depth to it. In particular My Friend and All Thoughts are Prey to Some Beast propelled this to a 5 star album from a solid 4.
5
Jul 21 2023
Trout Mask Replica
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
So we meet again Captain Beefheart. I could smell you from a mile away. The foul stench of stale alcohol on your breath as you haphazardly speak words into microphone over chaotic asynchronous anti-melodies. You almost had me with your Ella guru, but then I heard the rest of the album
1
Jul 22 2023
In The Court Of The Crimson King
King Crimson
Musicianship and production on point
5
Jul 24 2023
21
Adele
While this is my favorite kind of music I do have to recognize the obvious talent of Adele. I do feel this album plays more like a collection of singles than a record. And while Adele is probably the world best ballad belter, I do wish some of the songs sounded different. But itβs very difficult to get one smash single not to mention 4.
3
Jul 25 2023
You Want It Darker
Leonard Cohen
Interesting, but not an album Iβd listen too often. Title track feels like itβs out of Breaking Bad
2
Jul 26 2023
System Of A Down
System Of A Down
Not for me
1
Jul 27 2023
Bad
Michael Jackson
Not fly bag, but not bad. Smooth Criminal is pretty awesome
3
Jul 28 2023
Being There
Wilco
I lik some Wilco, but to me this album is not very interesting for being so pretentious.
2
Jul 29 2023
Stand!
Sly & The Family Stone
Few bands can translate the live sound to record like Sly and the Family Stone. I Want to Take You Higher in particular jams like youβre watching them at Woodstock. The album has strength all around, from creative pop songs like Sing a Simple Song And Everyday People to the bluesy Sex Machine jam.
5
Jul 30 2023
D
White Denim
4
Jul 31 2023
Teenager Of The Year
Frank Black
This album grew on me. Itβs a bit all over the place, but creative and interesting. Freedom Rock was the highlight for me
4
Aug 01 2023
Getz/Gilberto
Stan Getz
A nice album for relaxing on the beach, but not for trying to stay awake on a road trip
3
Aug 02 2023
Scott 4
Scott Walker
1
Aug 03 2023
Sticky Fingers
The Rolling Stones
The end of the album makes this a classic. Dead Flowers and Moonlit Mile are classics
5
Aug 04 2023
Appetite For Destruction
Guns N' Roses
2
Aug 05 2023
The ArchAndroid
Janelle MonΓ‘e
One of the most creative and expansive pop albums Iβve heard. I knew and loved Tightrope, but the whole album took me fore a ride.
5
Aug 06 2023
A Night At The Opera
Queen
I lost my virginity to this album with a Camaro⦠still recovering.
4
Aug 07 2023
Bongo Rock
Incredible Bongo Band
Enjoyable funk grooves. Mostly covers and nothing groundbreaking.
4
Aug 08 2023
Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath
The only kind of metal I really like. Hard riffs and limited screaming. Some more great Sabbath
4
Aug 09 2023
Palo Congo
Sabu
4
Aug 10 2023
LP1
FKA twigs
Impressive production and vocals. But songs are a bit meandering
3
Aug 11 2023
Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Breakdown is a classic and one of Pettyβs best. I always thought American Girl is an overrated song. The rest of the album is pretty good, but not really any standouts.
4
Aug 12 2023
From Elvis In Memphis
Elvis Presley
Donβt love Elvis but this isnβt terrible
3
Aug 13 2023
Dog Man Star
Suede
2
Aug 14 2023
There's No Place Like America Today
Curtis Mayfield
Itβs got Mayfieldβs crisp funky grooves with his signature sultry falsetto, but this album is no Superfly. Strong start kind of goes off the rails with the Jesus song. Not really any standouts here
3
Aug 15 2023
GREY Area
Little Simz
Exceptional skill. 101FM is the highlight
5
Aug 16 2023
Superfly
Curtis Mayfield
Quite possibly both the greatest original movie soundtrack of all time and a top 10 soul album of all time.
5
Aug 17 2023
Hounds Of Love
Kate Bush
Creative brilliance. Fitters out towards the end, but a really strong start
4
Aug 18 2023
Jack Takes the Floor
Ramblin' Jack Elliott
I recognize the significance of this guy. Without him I guess there could be no Dylan. The music didnβt do it for me, but I do like his sense of humor.
2
Aug 19 2023
Station To Station
David Bowie
Another very good Bowie album, but definitely not the level of Hunky Dory and Ziggy Stardust
4
Aug 20 2023
The Only Ones
The Only Ones
The singing is terrible
1
Aug 21 2023
If I Could Only Remember My Name
David Crosby
This album is essentially a cross between the Grateful Dead and CSNY, with some Jorma and Joni thrown in for good measure. Ah to have been a fly on the wall for these recording sessions. After a cheesy first track, the rest of the album is excellent. My favorite is Tamalpais High, which features some quintessential harmonies by Crosby with sensational backing by Jerry, Phil, Kruetzman, and Jorma. I mean wow!
5
Aug 22 2023
Hot Fuss
The Killers
Energetic, interesting, but kind of annoying. Something for a workout or a night out, but not something I would throw on regularly.
3
Aug 23 2023
Another Music In A Different Kitchen
Buzzcocks
Grew on me. Particularly liked I Donβt Mind and Autonomy
4
Aug 24 2023
This Is Fats Domino
Fats Domino
3
Aug 25 2023
Isn't Anything
My Bloody Valentine
There Isnβt Anything on this album I want to hear again
1
Aug 26 2023
So
Peter Gabriel
So-so
2
Aug 27 2023
White Light
Gene Clark
Spanish guitar is the highlight. Like a Kirkland brand James Taylor or Cat Stevens
3
Aug 28 2023
The Specials
The Specials
3
Aug 29 2023
Master Of Puppets
Metallica
2
Aug 30 2023
Pet Sounds
The Beach Boys
2
Aug 31 2023
Dance Mania
Tito Puente
Good atmospheric music
3
Sep 01 2023
Murder Ballads
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2
Sep 02 2023
The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill
My memory of this album was an easy 5 stars. But I was remembering all the best songs like Doo wop(that thing) and to Zion. Some phenomenal songs, but also a few skippable moments.
4
Sep 03 2023
Metal Box
Public Image Ltd.
1
Sep 04 2023
Millions Now Living Will Never Die
Tortoise
Interesting, weird and at times mesmerizing
4
Sep 05 2023
Illmatic
Nas
Classic throughout
5
Sep 06 2023
25
Adele
3
Sep 07 2023
Homework
Daft Punk
Perfect music to have in the background while doing homework. Steady beat with good pace that is interesting, but you donβt have to listen closely to
4
Sep 08 2023
Ctrl
SZA
2
Sep 09 2023
Morrison Hotel
The Doors
To me this is the worst of The Doors four major releases. What made the album is Peace Frog and a spectacular transition into Blue Sunday. Nothing else really hits for me. Indian Summer couldβve been good but Morrison ruined it with awful lyricism. Maggie Mβgill was a good final track. Roadhouse Blues is very overrated
4
Sep 10 2023
The Clash
The Clash
4
Sep 11 2023
Electric Music For The Mind And Body
Country Joe & The Fish
This sounds like a mix of early Dead and Velvet Underground. While the musicianship isnβt quite on the level of other early psychedelia I was deeply impressed by the lyricism
4
Sep 12 2023
Talking Heads 77
Talking Heads
Phenomenal band, but an ordinary album until Psycho Killer hit. Also really liked Love -> Building on Fire
4
Sep 13 2023
Rapture
Anita Baker
2
Sep 14 2023
Pieces Of The Sky
Emmylou Harris
4
Sep 15 2023
Tidal
Fiona Apple
A quality soulful, moody album
3
Sep 16 2023
Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness
The Smashing Pumpkins
Several songs are very impressive musically but Billy Corganβs voice grates my against my soul
3
Sep 17 2023
The Holy Bible
Manic Street Preachers
2
Sep 18 2023
Bridge Over Troubled Water
Simon & Garfunkel
This album is carried by the strength of The Boxer and The Only Living Boy in New York in my opinion
4
Sep 19 2023
Melodrama
Lorde
3
Sep 20 2023
You Are The Quarry
Morrissey
1
Sep 21 2023
Pacific Ocean Blue
Dennis Wilson
Surprised by how much I liked this. I donβt like The Beach Boys, but this better
3
Sep 22 2023
Led Zeppelin II
Led Zeppelin
John Paul Jones bass playing is exceptional throughout and Jimmy Pageβs guitar tone is one of a kind. Iβd forgotten how good the middle portion of Bring It on Home is. That said to me this doesnβt reach the level of songwriting of III, IV or Houses of the Holy
4
Sep 23 2023
Live At The Star Club, Hamburg
Jerry Lee Lewis
2
Sep 24 2023
Yankee Hotel Foxtrot
Wilco
3
Sep 25 2023
The Lexicon Of Love
ABC
2
Sep 26 2023
Highway to Hell
AC/DC
2
Sep 27 2023
Francis Albert Sinatra & Antonio Carlos Jobim
Frank Sinatra
2
Sep 28 2023
Yeezus
Kanye West
Creative and interesting hip hop. I enjoyed three out of the first four songs. Thought βI am godβ was terrible. Then after New Slaves this album really fell off.
I donβt think an artists art should be judged by their character. Dali was also a narcissist and nazi sympathizer, but I enjoy his work. To me this was not Kanyeβs best work, but I do appreciate him taking artistic risks
3
Sep 29 2023
Cross
Justice
Album grew on me. Favorites were D.A.N.C.E, Phantom part II, Valentine, and Waters of Nazareth. Far more intricate and interesting than your typical dance music
4
Sep 30 2023
Five Leaves Left
Nick Drake
Cello song is perhaps my favorite track from Nick Drake, but on the whole I still prefer Pink Moon to this one. Five Leaves is hauntingly beautiful, but a bit morbid. Some of Drakeβs later work is a bit bryter
4
Oct 01 2023
White Light / White Heat
The Velvet Underground
Like a gift that is so revolting you actually kind of love it. Speaking of gifts that song is a wild ride. Sister Ray is a cocophone of sound but with a purpose, I enjoyed it. Lady Godiva hits for me too. The only song that really sucks is the title track
4
Oct 02 2023
Behaviour
Pet Shop Boys
2
Oct 03 2023
Cheap Thrills
Big Brother & The Holding Company
Ah⦠to have seen this band in their prime. This was a top 5 record for me growing up. Oozes with energy from the opening note and Janis of course is extraordinary with the passion and character in her voice. There is really no one like her as a performer. A phenom who put everything she had into it
5
Oct 04 2023
Screamadelica
Primal Scream
Some of this album is outstanding, creative and vibrant and some of it is repetitive and annoying. I guess thatβs the drug experience. High highs and low lows
4
Oct 05 2023
Joan Baez
Joan Baez
3
Oct 06 2023
My Generation
The Who
This hard rock the way mashed potatoes are a hard rock. I much prefer there later stuff. This album is bland
2
Oct 07 2023
Guero
Beck
Go it Alone is a really good track. Also enjoyed Missing and Hell Yes
4
Oct 08 2023
Coles Corner
Richard Hawley
2
Oct 09 2023
Out of Step
Minor Threat
There are worse punk albums
2
Oct 10 2023
Who's Next
The Who
Easily the Whoβs best album. Most will know the massive hits Baba Oβreily, Behind Blue Eyes, and Wonβt Get Fooled Again. Bargain and Getting in Tune are also great
5
Oct 11 2023
Black Metal
Venom
1
Oct 12 2023
No Sleep 'Til Hammersmith (Live)
MotΓΆrhead
2
Oct 13 2023
Amnesiac
Radiohead
Not a huge Radiohead fan, but this was the one I liked to listen to all the way through. Itβs beautifully crafted with immaculate production. Itβs underrated because it doesnβt have any massive hits
5
Oct 14 2023
Document
R.E.M.
I thought I would enjoy this more but the non-hit songs were underwhelming. The best of the songs that werenβt radio songs in my opinion is Lightninβ Hopkins
3
Oct 15 2023
If You're Feeling Sinister
Belle & Sebastian
I like the vibe on this, but a lot of the songs sound very similar. Seeing Other People is my favorite track
3
Oct 16 2023
Abbey Road
Beatles
There isnβt a song on the album I love. The first side is all incredibly famous songs, but aside from Come Together they feel somewhat kitschy to me. The B Side is why this album is a classic. The medley is sublime and Because is a good one. As an album it holds up, even if itβs not my favorite Beatles
5
Oct 17 2023
Blonde On Blonde
Bob Dylan
This meeting couldβve been an e-mail, this e-mail couldβve been a text and this double album couldβve been an 8-song album. Nothing after Just Like a Woman is remarkable. And while Visons of Johanna and Stuck Inside of Mobile are great, they could be 4 or 5 minute songs. Dylanβs voice and song structure doesnβt really work for long songs
4
Oct 18 2023
Beauty And The Beat
The Go-Go's
3
Oct 19 2023
Will The Circle Be Unbroken
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
This is a great bluegrass band, but since when did 1001 start giving 42 song compilation box sets and calling them albums?
3
Oct 20 2023
A Short Album About Love
The Divine Comedy
You didnβt miss anything with this one. Move along
1
Oct 21 2023
Tonight's The Night
Neil Young
This album blows a 3.0. Every song feels like a stumble home from the bar is to follow. I love Neil Young, but the blood/alcohol content is too high for me on this one. My least favorite of his work before 1976.
2
Oct 22 2023
Picture Book
Simply Red
2
Oct 23 2023
Oar
Alexander 'Skip' Spence
2
Oct 24 2023
Music in Exile
Songhoy Blues
Lively and solid throughout. But unlike some albums from Saharan Africa, the songs have variety and flow. This was a great discovery
5
Oct 25 2023
The Psychedelic Sounds of the 13th Floor Elevators
The 13th Floor Elevators
I fully endorse this album to become the new official music of elevators from now on.
3
Oct 26 2023
Queen Of Denmark
John Grant
2
Oct 27 2023
Rings Around The World
Super Furry Animals
Twice as good as the other Super Fury Animals album on the list, so it gets another star
2
Oct 28 2023
Abattoir Blues / The Lyre of Orpheus
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2
Oct 29 2023
Brothers In Arms
Dire Straits
Strong start, then really tailed off
3
Oct 30 2023
Kala
M.I.A.
Itβs unfortunate that this album is only remembered for one song. Jimmy, Mango Pickle Down River, and Come Around are all great songs
4
Oct 31 2023
KIWANUKA
Michael Kiwanuka
Excellent album from start to finish and one of my favorite discoveries so far from the generator. Songwriting is superb, musicianship is top notch, the transition are tight and the album bridges folk and souls with modern rock and electronic. Favorite tune is Solid Ground
5
Nov 01 2023
Life's Too Good
The Sugarcubes
This is album is about as bad musically as anything Iβve heard on this list, but Bjorkβs voice. Favorite track is Fucking in Rhythm and Sorrow
3
Nov 02 2023
La Revancha Del Tango
Gotan Project
I like this kind of music, but find the album unexceptionle
3
Nov 03 2023
Graceland
Paul Simon
Classics throughout. Superb musicianship. One of the greatest albums of the 80s.
5
Nov 04 2023
A Rush Of Blood To The Head
Coldplay
3
Nov 06 2023
Pyromania
Def Leppard
1
Nov 07 2023
Aqualung
Jethro Tull
Excellent album, but if Iβm being honest not one Iβd listen to frequently. Locomotive breath and Mother Goose are favorites
4
Nov 08 2023
Porcupine
Echo And The Bunnymen
Well itβs not dull as a couple reviews claimed. Songs range from borderline unlistenable, (mostly due to out of tune singing) to fun, interesting, complex and energetic. My favorite tracks are White Devil, Porcupine, and Ripeness. Theyβre all quite different. Iβm not surprised to hate some songs and love others, Iβve had polarized opinions within myself on this band in the past.
3
Nov 09 2023
The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn
Pink Floyd
I want whatever Syd is on. Looks up what happened to Syd⦠ah never mind.
Found most of this hard to listen to but Gnome and Scarecrow at the end were fun.
Some better Pink Floyd albums missed the list like Meddle, Animals, and Atom Heart Mother
3
Nov 10 2023
The Slider
T. Rex
2
Nov 11 2023
Hybrid Theory
Linkin Park
1
Nov 12 2023
London Calling
The Clash
Reminds of Exile on Main St by the Rolling Stones. Solid throughout, but not much in the way of stand outs
4
Nov 13 2023
Imperial Bedroom
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Such a pretentious album. I felt like an idiot for not appreciating it more.
3
Nov 14 2023
Since I Left You
The Avalanches
Great background music. Creates a mood and flows, with subtle song distinctions, yet is varied and interesting
4
Nov 15 2023
Kings Of The Wild Frontier
Adam & The Ants
Wild stuff. First few songs caught me. But this one maintains a pulsating energy throughout
4
Nov 16 2023
Californication
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Like Blood, Sugar, Sex, Magic this one is solid throughout. Iβm not a huge fan of the hits on this one, but Californiacation is a good song. My favorite part of the album is Porcelain through Velvet Glove. Songs are well arranged and produced
4
Nov 17 2023
Remain In Light
Talking Heads
A masterpiece and amongst my favorite albums of all time. Richly textured polyrhythms with interesting vocals and lyrics. The only song I donβt love is final track the Overload. All the other tracks are sensational
5
Nov 18 2023
Rock 'N Soul
Solomon Burke
Undeniably great voice and I enjoyed the B side with the Latin fingerpicking
4
Nov 19 2023
Innervisions
Stevie Wonder
A masterpiece by a musical genius
5
Nov 20 2023
Venus Luxure No. 1 Baby
Girls Against Boys
The vocals ruined this for me. Musically itβs not awful
2
Nov 21 2023
Beggars Banquet
The Rolling Stones
Sympathy for the Devil is a classic, but this album doesnβt hold my attention after that. To me itβs one of the less interesting Stone albums of their prime years
3
Nov 22 2023
Chicago Transit Authority
Chicago
Superb musicianship, but to me the songwriting is lacking. The album also felt thrown together and not cohesive.
4
Nov 23 2023
Superunknown
Soundgarden
3
Nov 24 2023
Band On The Run
Paul McCartney and Wings
Hard to discuss McCartney without discussing Lennon. Both musical geniuses who needed each other to bring out each others up strength and cover up for each others weaknesses. My favorite solo albums of any Beatle is from George Harrison. The start of this album doesnβt do it for me, but really like Mamunia, Mrs. vandebilt, and the final track
3
Nov 25 2023
Oracular Spectacular
MGMT
Impressive album beyond the hits. Favorite track is Youth
4
Nov 26 2023
O.G. Original Gangster
Ice T
Some nice old school beats, but not a fan of Ice-Ts flow
2
Nov 27 2023
Movies
Holger Czukay
I like weird, but this was meandering, weird for the sake of weird, weird
2
Nov 28 2023
Disraeli Gears
Cream
One of my favorites in my teenage year with Tale Brave Ulysses as the highlight in addition to Sunshine of your love and Strange Brew. There are a handful of stinkers on it, but more than half the songs are great. Closes with a Monty Python impression
5
Nov 29 2023
Tapestry
Carole King
3
Nov 30 2023
Vol. 4
Black Sabbath
Love these thick heavy guitar riffs.
4
Dec 01 2023
Smokers Delight
Nightmares On Wax
Got more into this as I got deeper in. At first I thought it was pleasant background music but Praying for a Jeep Boat I was grooving. Great run from Wait a Minute to Bless My Soul
4
Dec 02 2023
Murmur
R.E.M.
Donβt love REM but this album was outstanding. The Moral Kiosk is my favorite track
5
Dec 03 2023
The Hour Of Bewilderbeast
Badly Drawn Boy
Enjoyed the beginning of the album with a rich full sound. It wore on me as it went though
3
Dec 04 2023
Soul Mining
The The
This type of music wears on me, but this was an excellent album. Creative and varied. Favorite tracks were Soul Mining and Giant.
4
Dec 05 2023
Music From Big Pink
The Band
There are better Band albums in my opinion
3
Dec 06 2023
Meat Is Murder
The Smiths
3
Dec 07 2023
Billion Dollar Babies
Alice Cooper
Not bad for the first 5 songs are so. Maybe even Bowie-esque. Then it got significantly worse
3
Dec 08 2023
Daydream Nation
Sonic Youth
Catchy song that descend into chaos
3
Dec 09 2023
L.A. Woman
The Doors
Excellent A side with LA Woman as the highlight and probably my favorite all time Doors Song. B side is mostly boring before Riders of the Storm. Overall this record has some great songs but feels more disjointed than other Doors albums
4
Dec 10 2023
Qui sème le vent récolte le tempo
MC Solaar
Beats feel lack high end production and depth, and sometimes feel canned. Flow is ok, old school and sometimes robotic. Bouge de la is one of my favorite tracks but didnβt need two parts in my opinion.
3
Dec 11 2023
In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida
Iron Butterfly
Grew on me. Final track is like a lesser version of The Doors βThe Endβ
4
Dec 12 2023
Tommy
The Who
While this album has some great and memorable songs, it also has some dull stretches. The section Sensation and Tommyβs Holiday Camp is pretty bleh. Favorite tracks are Sparks, Underture, and Go to the Mirror!
3
Dec 13 2023
Back At The Chicken Shack
Jimmy Smith
First track was excellent, but overall found the album to be nice, but not exceptional
3
Dec 14 2023
Like Water For Chocolate
Common
Seems to me this was intended as a double album, not only due to the length but the abrupt transition from Time Travelinβ Reprise to The 6th Sense.
An aside - The static on 6th Sense leading into the iconic βrevolution is hereβ intro had me longing to use it as a lead-in track for the hip hop mixtapes I made for girls in high school. After all Commonβs voice is a well known aphrodisiac (itβs not just the nag champa). But goddam Common had to put an annoyingly long interlude at the end of the track about men as hypocrites and smacking hoes. Needless to say the feminist chicks I dug in high school werenβt having that and they were deprived of one my all time favorite DJ Premier beats. Alas!
Anyways I wanted to dock the album a star for that and it being too long. I was ready to do so and then A song for Asata came on and I knew this had to be 5 stars. Itβs a bit of an all star group with Common joined by the Soulquarians (Questlove, Dilla, etc). The beats are solid throughout ans aside from a few dumbass homophobic and misogynist lines the flow and lyricism are on point.
5
Dec 15 2023
Frampton Comes Alive
Peter Frampton
3
Dec 16 2023
Pearl
Janis Joplin
From Move Over to Mercedes Benz very very solid album. Creative songwriting and Janisβ powerful voice. At times Janis can be overpowering. I prefer Big Brother in the Holding Company, but this still solid
4
Dec 18 2023
Mama Said Knock You Out
LL Cool J
Iβd like to say itβs just dated, but Tribe Called Quest was producing much better hip hop at exactly the same time. This just doesnβt pass the test of modern flow and beats. Respect LL Cool J for his role in growing hip hop, but the music isnβt that good
2
Dec 19 2023
Zombie
Fela Kuti
This Fela groove start so strong. Reminds me if Headhunters in that the first two tracks are excellent and memorable. Second two are kind of boring. Still a great record
5
Dec 20 2023
Vulgar Display Of Power
Pantera
I donβt enjoy heavy metal singing, but the guitar work this album is undeniably impressive. As a fan of Rage Against the Machine and Tom Morello I can hear how this inspired him.
2
Dec 21 2023
Brilliant Corners
Thelonious Monk
This bop is a bit too hard for my tastes. I prefer a softer bop
3
Dec 22 2023
Cypress Hill
Cypress Hill
B Realβs voice annoys me, but I do appreciate the production of DJ Muggs
3
Dec 23 2023
We Are Family
Sister Sledge
So much cheese my lactose intolerance kicked in
2
Dec 24 2023
Vauxhall And I
Morrissey
Was disappointed when this one came up, but I liked it better than the other Morrissey album on the list
2
Dec 25 2023
New Wave
The Auteurs
2
Dec 26 2023
A Christmas Gift For You From Phil Spector
Various Artists
2
Dec 27 2023
Haunted Dancehall
The Sabres Of Paradise
A couple cool jams later on . Tow truck is cool
2
Dec 28 2023
The KΓΆln Concert
Keith Jarrett
3
Dec 29 2023
Faith
George Michael
1
Dec 30 2023
All Things Must Pass
George Harrison
My favorite of all the Beatles solo albums. Superb start and finish
4
Dec 31 2023
This Is Hardcore
Pulp
Wasnβt familiar with genre Britpop before 1001 and Im not a fan. Itβs currently last in my genre rankings. But this was admittedly better than others Iβve heard. Dishes and I am a Man were alright
3
Jan 01 2024
Signing Off
UB40
Some solid dub grooves such as King, Burden of Shame, and Food for Thought. Also some
Cringy pop songs like I think itβs going to rain today
3
Jan 02 2024
Let's Stay Together
Al Green
Super solid vocals with tight grooves
4
Jan 03 2024
Surrealistic Pillow
Jefferson Airplane
Fantastic start, but Embryonic Journey and White Rabbit is where itβs at
5
Jan 04 2024
A Seat at the Table
Solange
This album has a nice flow but overall lacks melodic and rhythmic dynamism. I prefer her 2019 release.
2
Jan 05 2024
Highway 61 Revisited
Bob Dylan
After giving 5 Dylan albums 4 stars it felt weird not to have one in my highest rated albums. While not my favorite of Dylanβs work (that would be Desire) this one felt worthy. Like a Rolling Stone is a top Dylan song and Queen Jane is probably my second favorite song on the record.
5
Jan 06 2024
Sunday At The Village Vanguard
Bill Evans Trio
Had itβs moments but mostly meandering
2
Jan 07 2024
Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Wu-Tang Clan
I hadnβt really entered the Wu before. I knew the track C.R.E.A.M, enjoyed some Method Man and Redman, and even saw Wu live at Rock the Bells. The cult like following for the group kind of turned me off to it. This album convinced that their reputation is deserved.
The beats are stripped down and grimy compared to other legendary producers of the era like Dr. Dre and Q-Tip. But RZAβs production is creative, compelling and a perfect fit for the raw, energetic and varied flow styles of the group. Other than C.R.E.A.M. my favorite track is Da Mystery of Chessboxinβ.
5
Jan 08 2024
New Forms
Roni Size
Iβm not the type to listen to a whole drum and bass album. Itβs too repetitive for me. I did like the bass on Brown Paper bag and thought the first three songs were good
2
Jan 09 2024
Odelay
Beck
After getting a drum and bass album yesterday where all the tracks sounded the same I love how varied this one was. My fav tracks were Derelict, Jack-ass, and Readymade
4
Jan 10 2024
High Violet
The National
The best pure indie album Iβve gotten so far on this list. Nice full sound quality, good production and songwriting. I particularly liked the end of the album with England Vanderlyle Crybaby Geeks
4
Jan 11 2024
En-Tact
The Shamen
I liked the first 4 songs. More interesting than most house music. Then it fell off a bit.
4
Jan 12 2024
The Poet
Bobby Womack
The moves on this one are so smooth it gave me an urgent need for the toilet
2
Jan 13 2024
Fever To Tell
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Lively and impassioned and danceable punk jams.
4
Jan 14 2024
The College Dropout
Kanye West
Undoubtedly one of Kanyeβs best albums but still pretty uneven. Really this one feels like four parts.
Part 1: Intro -> Spaceship. Production is good but not up to Kanyeβs lofty standards. Kanyeβs rapping really lets him down on this part of the album. Its substandard. 3 *
Part 2: Jesus Walks -> Get βem High. Excellent stretch. Jesus Walks may be Kanyeβs best song overall with immaculate production, Get βEm High probably features Kanyeβs best rapping.
Part 3: Workout Plan -> Slow Jamz. Feels like Kanye is trying to get laid here. Bizarre skits mixed with below average songs. 2 *
Part 4: Breathe In Breathe Out -> Last Call. Excellent closing stretch with long drawn out skits slowing the role a bit as Kanye (fairly and somewhat hilariously) rails against college. Through the Wire has sensational production even if the rapping lacks and Family Business shows Kanyeβs range almost bridging Pharcyde and Chance the Rapper with a beautiful track. The outro on Last Call is rambly as hell, but also pretty interesting even if it showcases Kanyeβs narcissism 5*
5
Jan 15 2024
Pump
Aerosmith
Not the kind of album I usually listen to, but Iβm a roadtrip and this is a fun road trip tape. I enjoyed songs like F.I.N.E. With some nice harmonies on the chorus. I also had fun with the weird interludes of dulcimer an didgeridoo even if they surrounded throwaway tracks like Donβt Get Mad Get Even
4
Jan 16 2024
Africa Brasil
Jorge Ben Jor
Ponta lanca has been a favorite since high school. Oustanding song. The rest of the album was disappointing. Nice funk sounds, but not nearly as smooth as the first track.
4
Jan 17 2024
The Seldom Seen Kid
Elbow
I can see why someone would like this, but the album didnβt catch me
3
Jan 18 2024
The Black Saint And The Sinner Lady
Charles Mingus
3
Jan 19 2024
Live!
Fela Kuti
More infectious grooves by the king of infectious grooves. This one just lacked the high end stand out song of some othe Fela records. I enjoyed it all though even the audience participation and the long drum solo
4
Jan 20 2024
The Velvet Underground
The Velvet Underground
My second favorite Velvet Underground album after Loaded which didnβt make the list. Great variance of tracks. Love the start and finish with Candy Says and After Hours
5
Jan 21 2024
Pelican West
Haircut 100
Mostly cheesy, but also some fun grooves. Favorite track is ski club which apparently didnβt make the original record
3
Jan 22 2024
Warehouse: Songs And Stories
HΓΌsker DΓΌ
Iβve heard this before and didnβt love it. However I listened while cleaning and it really worked for me. Very energetic throughout. Yes a lot of the songs sound similar itβs long. Just like the drive and energy. Itβs a fun album
4
Jan 23 2024
Live At The Harlem Square Club
Sam Cooke
I like Sam Cooke just fine, just not this recording. Muddy and not in a good way
2
Jan 24 2024
Miriam Makeba
Miriam Makeba
Very impressive album. Her voice is exceptional. Favorites are the songs not in English particularly the ones with clicking in them
4
Jan 25 2024
Metallica
Metallica
2
Jan 26 2024
Back to Mystery City
Hanoi Rocks
Oof this is as bad as it gets.
1
Jan 27 2024
Harvest
Neil Young
Hard to rate these albums Iβve listened to 1000 times so theyβve gotten bit stale. This one has three very well know excellent but overrated songs, that Iβve heard too many times: Heart of Gold, Old Man, and Needle and the Damage Done,
one excellent and underrated song: Out on the Weekend,
one pretty good song: words
Two decent songs: Are you Ready for the County and Alabama
Two forgettable songs: a man needs a maid and Thereβs a world which are both crappy and overproduced.
Overall itβs a classic album but not Neil Youngβs best
4
Jan 28 2024
Madman Across The Water
Elton John
3
Jan 29 2024
Nowhere
Ride
Still have no idea what shoegaze is but I like this better than others Iβve heard from the genre. The first two songs in particular were interesting. The album wore on me though
3
Jan 30 2024
Fear Of A Black Planet
Public Enemy
Good energy, solid production, and some classic Chuck D raps. But there are really only 3-4 good songs on the record
4
Jan 31 2024
Truth And Soul
Fishbone
3
Feb 01 2024
On The Beach
Neil Young
An excellent Neil Young album. The A side really outshines the B side. Walk On, See the Sky about to rain, and for the turnstiles are all fantastic. Even the songs I donβt love this album have nice jams and production.
5
Feb 02 2024
Sail Away
Randy Newman
Bang average
3
Feb 03 2024
Doggystyle
Snoop Dogg
Probably the most references to licking balls of album on the list. Luckily the beats and flows are ball-licking good
4
Feb 04 2024
Wonderful Rainbow
Lightning Bolt
If you like chaotic, repetitive, noise youβll love this one. If you like music you should probably move on
1
Feb 05 2024
ΓgΓ¦tis Byrjun
Sigur RΓ³s
Breathtakingly, hauntingly beautiful like watching a glacier melt. About the same pace too
4
Feb 06 2024
Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley
Not bad, but Elvis is extremely overrated. Originals are better than his covers.
3
Feb 07 2024
Duck Rock
Malcolm McLaren
World famous, but I didnβt know it!
3
Feb 08 2024
Let Love Rule
Lenny Kravitz
I always feel like Kravitz more than I do. His voice and songwriting donβt do it for me. Feels like empty calories
2
Feb 09 2024
Rip It Up
Orange Juice
2
Feb 10 2024
Ready To Die
The Notorious B.I.G.
Witty dark lyrics, but other than the hits I donβt find this to be a good listen
3
Feb 11 2024
Forever Changes
Love
Strong throughout, quality early psychadelia
4
Feb 12 2024
Only Built 4 Cuban Linx
Raekwon
Average 90s hip hop. Not really any memorable songs
3
Feb 13 2024
A Hard Day's Night
Beatles
Not a huge fan of early Beatles. To me what sets this one apart is the song βAnd I Love Herβ which is one McCartneyβs best
3
Feb 14 2024
Talking Book
Stevie Wonder
Brilliance throughout but also moments of cheesiness. Superstition is unimpeachable as a work class funk song. Great beginning and end as well. Not as consistently awesome as Innervisions
4
Feb 15 2024
Blue
Joni Mitchell
Joniβs songwriting is uniquely brilliant and this is her at her apex. California is my favorite
5
Feb 16 2024
Arc Of A Diver
Steve Winwood
Cheese 80s blah
2
Feb 17 2024
One Nation Under A Groove
Funkadelic
I must admit before pledging my allegiance to the funk I was suffering from moral and mental diarrhea. Under the groove of this album I finally had the musical bowl movement Iβd been waiting for. Now I no longer fear being eaten by a sandwich. Hallefunkinlujah!
5
Feb 18 2024
Hot Shots II
The Beta Band
This one grew on me. Weird but strangely catchy
3
Feb 19 2024
Talking Timbuktu
Ali Farka TourΓ©
Excellent African blues. Repetitive at times, but there was also some nice variation between songs. Favorite tune was Soulora
4
Feb 20 2024
Strangeways, Here We Come
The Smiths
Excellent start, A rush and a push and the Land is Ours is awesome, excellent composition and lyrics. Kind of lost my interest in the middle, then came back strong with Paint a Vulgar Picture which is also strong lyrically
4
Feb 21 2024
Make Yourself
Incubus
There is some enjoyable music in places. I really enjoyed the bass, drums, and riff in Warmth. Then the songwriting comes in and it sucks. The songwriting throughout is terrible
2
Feb 22 2024
The Rolling Stones
The Rolling Stones
This is the worst Stones record Iβve heard. Mostly sloppy blues covers. Not much of an inkling of the songwriting brilliance that would later emerge
2
Feb 23 2024
Green
R.E.M.
Side A show cased much of what I like about 80s REM. Energetic, intricate creative pop. Side B showcased much of what i donβt like about 90s REM overdramatic and irritating. Hairshirt may have single handedly moved this from a 4 to a 3
3
Feb 24 2024
It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back
Public Enemy
Hands down the best hip hope record of the 1980s. Banger after banger and apex Chuck D. Something about Chuck Dβs partnership with Flovor Flav cracks me up. Itβs like Malcom X teaming up with Chris Tucker. While Chuck D is critiquing tv as the opiate of the masses in She Watch Channel Zero, Flav is like βyo turn that shit off so I can watch the game!β Itβs ridiculous
5
Feb 25 2024
Snivilisation
Orbital
Some interesting songs and some very annoying ones. Overall there are better 90s electronic albums
3
Feb 26 2024
Let's Get Killed
David Holmes
Another bleh 90s electronic album
2
Feb 27 2024
Kid A
Radiohead
Technically brilliant and the production is immaculate. I donβt find it as listenable as its sister release Amnesiac though. For me Idioteque and Morning Bell are the heart of this one. Excellent but not quite to the heights of some other Radiohead albums to my ears
4
Feb 28 2024
The Cars
The Cars
First three are hits, but it stays pretty strong throughout, with just a couple lulls. Nice clean punky rock pop
4
Feb 29 2024
Electric Prunes
The Electric Prunes
Forgettable psychedelic bubblegum. But not all was lost, I took a deeply satisfying dump after listening. Thanks prunes!
2
Mar 01 2024
Maxinquaye
Tricky
I was kind of digging this at first, but it just got weirder. The Public Enemy cover was bizarre
2
Mar 02 2024
Here's Little Richard
Little Richard
As oldies go this is pretty solid. I like the energy of the horn solos
3
Mar 03 2024
Catch A Fire
Bob Marley & The Wailers
This album exemplifies that Bob Marley is more than just a reggae musician. This really feels like reggae/soul. Some of his albums are more reggae/funk. Either way this one is a solid throughout, packed with excellent vocals and songwriting. Probably my second favorite reggae album after Uprising which didnβt make the list for some reason
5
Mar 04 2024
The Age Of The Understatement
The Last Shadow Puppets
3
Mar 05 2024
Violator
Depeche Mode
What is the opposite of nostalgia. Thatβs how I feel about this one. Hated it when I was younger still donβt like it. Album is emo yet mechanical
2
Mar 06 2024
Django Django
Django Django
4
Mar 07 2024
The Renaissance
Q-Tip
This is a bit of a dud from the great Q-Tip
3
Mar 08 2024
I Should Coco
Supergrass
First time hearing this. While it has the energy of a good punk album, itβs more varied and musically interesting. A particularly great stretch early on between the fuzz and Alright. Rest is pretty solid, but doesnβt reach those songwriting heights.
4
Mar 09 2024
War
U2
Itβs not bad but Iβm basically never in the room for arena rock
3
Mar 10 2024
Hail To the Thief
Radiohead
The first Radiohead album I owned and I wasnβt looking forward to revisiting. Not bad, but not there best work
3
Mar 11 2024
Walking Wounded
Everything But The Girl
Found this one repetitive, formulaic, and overall not interesting
1
Mar 12 2024
Revolver
Beatles
Everyone knows Elenor Rigby and Yellow Submarine, but itβs the supporting songs that make this is a classic. My favorites are Iβm Only Sleeping, And Your Bird Can Sing, and Tomorrow Never Knows
5
Mar 13 2024
Roxy Music
Roxy Music
Such a full sound it sometimes overflows. Experimental, rocking and before itβs time
4
Mar 14 2024
Shleep
Robert Wyatt
2
Mar 15 2024
Time Out Of Mind
Bob Dylan
This one grew on me, but is not nearly the level of Dylan albums that didnβt make the list like Desire. Still pretty good
3
Mar 16 2024
Hunky Dory
David Bowie
My favorite Bowie. Life On Mars is his best song, but there is much more to this one
5
Mar 18 2024
A Northern Soul
The Verve
3
Mar 19 2024
The Fat Of The Land
The Prodigy
My momβs least favorite 90s band on alt radio. Has some good beats, but they all sound pretty similar
3
Mar 20 2024
Safe As Milk
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
3
Mar 21 2024
Vento De Maio
Elis Regina
Music moves effortlessly as samba should, but has a bit extra
4
Mar 22 2024
Speakerboxxx/The Love Below
OutKast
Perhaps the best hip hop double album of all time. Speakeboxx beginning is awesome. Itβs dripping in P Funk at the beginning and Bow tie is particularly great. Love Below has some classic tunes but is less consistent.
5
Mar 23 2024
Ten
Pearl Jam
One of the 90s better rock albums. Really strong start, but tails off a bit at the end.
4
Mar 24 2024
Night Life
Ray Price
3
Mar 25 2024
Oedipus Schmoedipus
Barry Adamson
3
Mar 26 2024
The Joshua Tree
U2
2
Mar 27 2024
Hms Fable
Shack
2
Mar 28 2024
Parachutes
Coldplay
A nice debut with a strong start
4
Mar 29 2024
Microshift
Hookworms
Yeah Iβd never heard of this band either and Iβm not in love with all the unknown Britpicks on this list. This one though I feel is a legitimately good indie album with energy, creativity and variety. I enjoyed the first three tracks in particular with Ullswater being my favorite
4
Mar 30 2024
Transformer
Lou Reed
Walk on the Wild Side is one of my all time favorites and Andyβs Chest is great as well. Overall the album didnβt fully hold my attention, but there are some great songs
4
Mar 31 2024
Yank Crime
Drive Like Jehu
1
Apr 01 2024
Ritual De Lo Habitual
Jane's Addiction
My favorite red light/green light song kicks this one off. The hits are great and the rest is decent
4
Apr 02 2024
This Year's Model
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Thought I could like Elvis Costello. I was wrong
2
Apr 03 2024
Southern Rock Opera
Drive-By Truckers
Letβs just pretend I listened to this whole thing
1
Apr 04 2024
Thriller
Michael Jackson
Not a huge fan of 80s pop music, but this is undoubtedly one of the greatest pop albums of all time and itβs not just Thriller - Billie Jean trio. The album is well produced and has a number of classic songs, with Wanna Be Starting Something getting play in recent years
5
Apr 05 2024
Hypocrisy Is The Greatest Luxury
The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
Iβm a fan of Frantiβs later stuff with Spearhead, particularly his first few albums with that band. Like all his early stuff this album has a strong message, but the poetry doesnβt all hit for me. The TV song is the clear highlight, it sounds a bit like a modern Gil Scott Heron powerful and poised. Much of the rest sounds like a bad imitation of Chuck D. It doesnβt quite take a side between the rhythm and poetry style of Saul Williams and hip hop lyricism, so feels muddled. While this album is interesting it clearly isnβt as influential, polished or as good a listen as contemporary conscious hip hop classics like KRS-Oneβs Return of the Boom Bap. Still Iβm not mad I heard it
3
Apr 06 2024
Sound of Silver
LCD Soundsystem
Love the recipe review and I think there is some Talking Heads and a bit more punk rock I tasted in the stew too. But this actually unique and refreshing for an indie 80s dance sound. I agree it was exhausting at times, especially All My Friends. Lyrically this is much more interesting than youβd expect from an dance record
5
Apr 07 2024
The Gilded Palace Of Sin
The Flying Burrito Brothers
Better than I expected, but why is it considered one of the best albums of the 70a if it was released in 1969?
4
Apr 08 2024
Closer
Joy Division
3
Apr 09 2024
Are You Experienced
Jimi Hendrix
Iβm going to restrain myself from giving all Jimiβs albums on this list 5 stars. This one had the most well known songs. Itβs raw and the Wind Cries Mary might be the best he ever wrote. Still it doesnβt feel as much like an album as his later more experimental efforts. It is incredible quality and quantity he put out in just a couple years. Ah to hell with it, Iβll give this one 5 stars too. Itβs not perfect, but itβs an excellent debut
5
Apr 10 2024
Olympia 64
Jacques Brel
2
Apr 11 2024
Remedy
Basement Jaxx
4
Apr 12 2024
Is This It
The Strokes
Not anything groundbreaking, but some good stuff. I particularly liked Alone, Together
4
Apr 13 2024
Red Headed Stranger
Willie Nelson
Great classic country song writing and the best vocals. That said this one is a little repetitive and not too varied
4
Apr 14 2024
Permission to Land
The Darkness
2
Apr 15 2024
When I Was Born For The 7th Time
Cornershop
Candyman is great, but much of the rest of the album is dull
4
Apr 16 2024
Grace
Jeff Buckley
Beast of a debut. What a talent? Sad that he went too soon
5
Apr 17 2024
Viva Hate
Morrissey
1
Apr 18 2024
Modern Kosmology
Jane Weaver
3
Apr 19 2024
C'est Chic
CHIC
First couple are bangers, then it tails off considerably
3
Apr 20 2024
The Downward Spiral
Nine Inch Nails
2
Apr 21 2024
Youth And Young Manhood
Kings of Leon
I love the blend of eras on this one. A spirited effort, some songs came off better than others but they were trying things
4
Apr 22 2024
Darkdancer
Les Rythmes Digitales
Hard to rate a dance album unless youβre dancing or working out to it. Some of the beats are great on this one, yeah theyβre repetitive but thatβs dance music. The funk track is my favorite
4
Apr 23 2024
Blackstar
David Bowie
This will take Bowie, from my favorite artist, to my most controversial here. What I can I say his best work wasnβt his last work
2
Apr 24 2024
Trafalgar
Bee Gees
2
Apr 25 2024
S&M
Metallica
Better than most metal, but still too heavy for me
2
Apr 26 2024
Ananda Shankar
Ananda Shankar
Big fan of Indian rock fusion and while this is far from the greatest example, it still has compelling moments. Favorite track is metamorphosis
4
Apr 27 2024
Fulfillingness' First Finale
Stevie Wonder
Didnβt love the first three songs which were on the cheesy side. From Boogie on Reggae Woman through to Bird of Beauty is some of Stevieβs best stuff though. Particularly enjoyed You Havenβt Done Nothing and They Wong Go When I Go
4
Apr 28 2024
Be
Common
Solid, but not as good as Like Water for Chocolate. First couple tracks are the best ones
4
Apr 29 2024
Violent Femmes
Violent Femmes
I listened to this album three times in a row when I was sick in high school. I threw up and couldnβt tolerate his voice for years after. His voice still gets me a little nauseous. But this album has a few great songs. In particular a big fan of Gone Daddy Gone and the xylophone solo
4
Apr 30 2024
1984
Van Halen
2
May 01 2024
Your Arsenal
Morrissey
Not anything groundbreaking but some good stuff. I particularly liked Alone, Together
4
May 02 2024
Ingenue
k.d. lang
1
May 03 2024
1989
Taylor Swift
2
May 04 2024
Sea Change
Beck
3
May 05 2024
Tuesday Night Music Club
Sheryl Crow
3
May 06 2024
Kollaps
EinstΓΌrzende Neubauten
1
May 07 2024
A Love Supreme
John Coltrane
No my favorite jazz album, but there are certainly moments of brilliance. Part II is my favorite.
3
May 08 2024
Pills 'n' Thrills And Bellyaches
Happy Mondays
2
May 09 2024
Music For The Jilted Generation
The Prodigy
Had its moments as a mash between electronic and hard rock. Particularly liked Their Law. Better than the other Prodigy album on the list in my opinion
3
May 10 2024
The Queen Is Dead
The Smiths
Grew on me. First few tracks were dull but by Cemetary Gates I was in
3
May 11 2024
Meat Puppets II
Meat Puppets
In addition to the excellent Nirvana Unplugged albums there are some really good instrumental jams. Particularly Aurora Borealis and Magic Toy Missing
4
May 12 2024
Want Two
Rufus Wainwright
2
May 13 2024
Don't Stand Me Down
Dexys Midnight Runners
I had fun with this one. Like Elvis if he were a British hipster who took a bunch of psycadelics. End of That is What Sheβs Like rocked
4
May 14 2024
The Trinity Session
Cowboy Junkies
2
May 15 2024
Here Come The Warm Jets
Brian Eno
Dead Finks Donβt Talk hits all the right notes
4
May 16 2024
The United States Of America
The United States Of America
2
May 17 2024
Definitely Maybe
Oasis
2
May 18 2024
I See You
The xx
2
May 19 2024
McCartney
Paul McCartney
Sounds mostly like outtakes with the exception of two very good songs. Maybe Iβm Amazed and Junk
3
May 20 2024
Something/Anything?
Todd Rundgren
2
May 21 2024
...The Dandy Warhols Come Down
The Dandy Warhols
4
May 22 2024
Gasoline Alley
Rod Stewart
Decent southern rock sound, but I canβt get behind his vocals.
3
May 23 2024
All Mod Cons
The Jam
2
May 24 2024
Tragic Songs of Life
The Louvin Brothers
3
May 25 2024
Bubble And Scrape
Sebadoh
Never heard this one, but I have heard some of their next album Bakesale and I prefer that one
2
May 26 2024
Stories From The City, Stories From The Sea
PJ Harvey
The Mess Weβre In is phenomenal. The rest is okay
3
May 27 2024
Halcyon Digest
Deerhunter
3
May 28 2024
3 + 3
The Isley Brothers
3
May 29 2024
The Low End Theory
A Tribe Called Quest
Album gains steam and by the end hits harder than 2 day old shits. But Fife was there another way to show me where you come from?
5
May 30 2024
Odessa
Bee Gees
2
May 31 2024
Calenture
The Triffids
1
Jun 01 2024
Tea for the Tillerman
Cat Stevens
The songwriting is excellent and so is the production. The longer boats came and won me
5
Jun 02 2024
The Boatman's Call
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2
Jun 03 2024
Club Classics Vol. One
Soul II Soul
Now this is the kind of music I want to jam to ironically in the aisles of TJ Maxx
3
Jun 04 2024
Red Dirt Girl
Emmylou Harris
3
Jun 05 2024
Go Girl Crazy
The Dictators
2
Jun 06 2024
Pink Flag
Wire
3
Jun 07 2024
Virgin Suicides
Air
4
Jun 08 2024
Water From An Ancient Well
Abdullah Ibrahim
3
Jun 09 2024
Live 1966 (The Royal Albert Hall Concert)
Bob Dylan
I cannot understand choosing this over Desire, which in my opinion is Dylanβs best front to back record. When you compare that album to the quality of this recording itβs night and day. The only thing noteworthy about this record is that he got heckled for playing electric. I feel like every song is a subpar version compared to the album. This is no Allman Brothers Fillmore East or 4-Way Street, just a wasted pick.
2
Jun 10 2024
Done By The Forces Of Nature
Jungle Brothers
3
Jun 11 2024
A Little Deeper
Ms. Dynamite
3
Jun 12 2024
Disintegration
The Cure
3
Jun 13 2024
Architecture And Morality
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
2
Jun 14 2024
Raw Power
The Stooges
3
Jun 15 2024
Konnichiwa
Skepta
First time with the grime fam
4
Jun 16 2024
Darkness on the Edge of Town
Bruce Springsteen
3
Jun 17 2024
Take Me Apart
Kelela
2
Jun 18 2024
Arular
M.I.A.
Galang is awesome. While some of the wear on me, Bucky Don Gun. The production is on point and her style unique and creative
4
Jun 19 2024
Autobahn
Kraftwerk
4 stars for one good song, but itβs long
4
Jun 20 2024
Suzanne Vega
Suzanne Vega
3
Jun 21 2024
Fifth Dimension
The Byrds
The Byrds fluttered so CSNY could soar
3
Jun 22 2024
The Village Green Preservation Society
The Kinks
Not peak Kinks yet, but fun and whimsical. Great start and great finish
4
Jun 23 2024
The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter
The Incredible String Band
Monty Python but not funny and dull
2
Jun 24 2024
Dear Science
TV On The Radio
Sometimes with these indie rock albums it just feels like theyβre trying to hard to sound like an indie band
3
Jun 25 2024
Achtung Baby
U2
I liked the opening track, but after that I found out to be like a normal U2 album, not that compelling
3
Jun 26 2024
Aha Shake Heartbreak
Kings of Leon
4
Jun 27 2024
Good Old Boys
Randy Newman
3
Jun 28 2024
Colour By Numbers
Culture Club
1
Jun 29 2024
Hearts And Bones
Paul Simon
Fan of Paul Simon, but this is not one of his better albums
2
Jun 30 2024
Shadowland
k.d. lang
2
Jul 01 2024
Stardust
Willie Nelson
4
Jul 02 2024
To Pimp A Butterfly
Kendrick Lamar
Good Kid M.A.A.D City is better. This one has its moments though. Kendrick is a bit overrated, but only because people talk about him like heβs the GOAT
4
Jul 03 2024
Hypnotised
The Undertones
Itβs never too late to enjoy dumb entertainment
2
Jul 04 2024
White Ladder
David Gray
2
Jul 05 2024
Larks' Tongues In Aspic
King Crimson
This one falls somewhere between Pink Floyd and true Books. Innovative and extremely varied, this one is quite an accomplishment. I'd give it 5, but I overrated their other album on here, but this is the better one
4
Jul 06 2024
The Doors
The Doors
5
Jul 07 2024
Connected
Stereo MC's
4
Jul 08 2024
Pink Moon
Nick Drake
Raw and brilliant. The is the best Drake
5
Jul 09 2024
I Am a Bird Now
Antony and the Johnsons
2
Jul 10 2024
Ragged Glory
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Not sure it's grunge, but it is glorious.
5
Jul 11 2024
Elvis Is Back
Elvis Presley
2
Jul 12 2024
Hotel California
Eagles
2
Jul 13 2024
Juju
Siouxsie And The Banshees
2
Jul 14 2024
Little Earthquakes
Tori Amos
3
Jul 15 2024
Mama's Gun
Erykah Badu
4
Jul 16 2024
Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
Eurythmics
Aside from the obvious single this is like off brand Talking Heads. I enjoy the Talking Heads quite a bit, so this is a good replacement when they're all out David Byrne
4
Jul 17 2024
Peggy Suicide
Julian Cope
3
Jul 18 2024
Kimono My House
Sparks
2
Jul 19 2024
Orbital 2
Orbital
2
Jul 20 2024
Songs From The Big Chair
Tears For Fears
Peak 80s and not in a good way
2
Jul 21 2024
Peter Gabriel
Peter Gabriel
2
Jul 22 2024
Crossing the Red Sea With the Adverts
The Adverts
I'd rather watch adverts
1
Jul 23 2024
Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs
Derek & The Dominos
I enjoyed this as a teenager, but admittedly skipped large portions of it. It's way too long for an album without much variety. There are some classic and memorable songs though.
4
Jul 24 2024
OK
Talvin Singh
OK!
3
Jul 25 2024
Fleet Foxes
Fleet Foxes
Not the biggest fan of this folky pop mid-2000s genre, but the Fleet Foxes did it better. Melodically this is far more interesting than the other bands of this ilk.
4
Jul 26 2024
Sheet Music
10cc
Worst band in the world seems harsh, but it's not great
2
Jul 27 2024
Sweetheart Of The Rodeo
The Byrds
3
Jul 28 2024
Modern Life Is Rubbish
Blur
3
Jul 29 2024
Back to Basics
Christina Aguilera
2
Jul 30 2024
Honky Tonk Masquerade
Joe Ely
Keeps those fingernails long so he can make that chalkboard sing. Nice to have my ears bleed a little before I die.
2
Jul 31 2024
The Predator
Ice Cube
3
Aug 01 2024
If I Should Fall From Grace With God
The Pogues
My new favorite Christmas album. Varied yet cohesive and a fun plot twist at the end.
5
Aug 02 2024
Searching For The Young Soul Rebels
Dexys Midnight Runners
Enjoyed this, not quite as much as the othe Dexys album. Love some funky horns, the vocals are a bit too over the top for me
3
Aug 03 2024
The Good, The Bad & The Queen
The Good, The Bad & The Queen
3
Aug 04 2024
Bitches Brew
Miles Davis
4
Aug 06 2024
NEU! 75
Neu!
2
Aug 07 2024
Private Dancer
Tina Turner
3
Aug 10 2024
Ill Communication
Beastie Boys
They're not great rappers and their voices are annoying, but this album is outstanding
5
Aug 11 2024
Tusk
Fleetwood Mac
Not in the same league as Rumors
2
Aug 12 2024
American Beauty
Grateful Dead
A very good, but probably overrated dead album. Song writing is good, production is sub par. Some really good songs though that grew as they were performed live.
4
Aug 18 2024
Atomizer
Big Black
One of the more surprising albums on this list. Far more abrasive than the music I enjoy. I don't like Noise Rock or Industrial. However the production is extremely impressive and it's mor creative than most screams albums. Not one I will listen to often, but glad I heard it
3
Aug 19 2024
British Steel
Judas Priest
There are some elements I like. But hair band music repels me and this is far too close for my liking
2
Aug 22 2024
Fly Or Die
N.E.R.D
I like Pharrell, but this one wasn't good
1
Aug 23 2024
Here Are the Sonics
The Sonics
This album is a real shrieker
2
Aug 24 2024
Throwing Muses
Throwing Muses
It's interesting that one of my favorite albums that this list turned me on to is not on the list. Because of the difficulty of listening to the 1986 album I listened to the 2003 album posted on the comments and it's excellent. Soaring guitar with Dave Grohl style drums and creative songwriting. I liked the whole album, but the standouts were Speed and Sleep and Epiphany. I realize that I'm reviewing the wrong album, oh well. The 80s are getting an undeserved bump in my decade rankings
5
Aug 25 2024
Lam Toro
Baaba Maal
4
Aug 26 2024
Heavy Weather
Weather Report
2
Aug 27 2024
Live At The Regal
B.B. King
BB King is a legend, but this live albums is just ok
3
Aug 30 2024
Moon Safari
Air
LFG
5
Aug 31 2024
The Rising
Bruce Springsteen
Cheesy overall, but a handful of decent songs
3
Sep 01 2024
All Directions
The Temptations
This album feels like 3 parts:
Side A (first three songs)
Monster funk rhythmically and musically outstanding 5*
Side B first half (songs 4-6)
Cheesy R&B 2*
Side B second half (songs 7-8)
Beautiful and soul music with depth and passion. Do your thing is spectacular in particular 5*
5
Sep 05 2024
Djam Leelii
Baaba Maal
Soothing music, but I don't love the vocals
3
Sep 10 2024
The Bends
Radiohead
I was disappointed by this. I've always liked High and Dry and really the like the three albums that followed this. This one however felt more boring and less innovative.
3
Sep 11 2024
Dookie
Green Day
Usually I can't stand pop-punk. Separately they're too of my least favorite genres and when you combine them it's worse. Blink-182 is one of my least favorite bands. This however is the pinnacle of the genre. I can't stand anything else Green Day did, but enjoyed this entire album from when I was 11 until today. Welcome to Paradise is my favorite currently, but always loved basket case
5
Sep 13 2024
Moondance
Van Morrison
Like an old comfy sweater
5
Sep 15 2024
Electric
The Cult
2
Sep 16 2024
Here, My Dear
Marvin Gaye
Boring, self indulgent, cheesy, and good god I dislike that saxophone.
I understand he was going through some stuff so I don't blame him. I blame the editors for making me listen to it
1
Sep 17 2024
Savane
Ali Farka TourΓ©
Pleasant background music
3
Sep 18 2024
Van Halen
Van Halen
2
Sep 21 2024
Ys
Joanna Newsom
Strange, wild, fever dream where every song was WAY too long. Music and lyrics were interesting for the most part. Found her voice annoying in parts. Glad I listened but if I'm honest it will probably be the only time
3
Sep 25 2024
John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band
John Lennon
I like the raw beginning of the album. While I'm not a big fan of the primal scream outro to Mother, Lennon's voice really shines elsewhere in the song. In my opinion this album tails off significantly on the B side. Lennon's solo work work has been a significant disappointment listening to this list. For the most part it really doesn't a hold a candle to his Beatles songwriting. Lennon and McCartney needed each other to bring out the best in themselves
3
Sep 26 2024
Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables
Dead Kennedys
It's virtually impossible to be this obnoxious and good simultaneously. Holiday in Cambodia and Chemical Warfare are personal favorites
4
Sep 29 2024
Hysteria
Def Leppard
I despise hair metal, but if I'm being honest there are parts of this album I can appreciate it's just not Pour Some Sugar On Me
2
Sep 30 2024
Shaft
Isaac Hayes
The last two tracks are some of the best funk tracks of all time. Just absolutely phenomenal musicianship. No way Do Your Thing is a soundtrack song
5
Oct 02 2024
Fear Of Music
Talking Heads
This album is music heaven for me. Play it all night long
5
Oct 04 2024
Home Is Where The Music Is
Hugh Masekela
Could be my favorite jazz musician of all time. The more I hear the more I like
5
Oct 05 2024
Twelve Dreams Of Dr. Sardonicus
Spirit
After the first half dozen songs I was leaning towards a four, but I was blown away by the run from Space Child to Soldier. Exceptional energy, production, and musicianship. Never heard of them before but I'm a convert
5
Oct 06 2024
Peace Sells...But Who's Buying
Megadeth
This is the type of metal I don't abide
1
Oct 07 2024
Live Through This
Hole
I want to like this more. But the only song I really enjoyed was the third track Plump
2
Oct 08 2024
Can't Buy A Thrill
Steely Dan
This album being called "Can't Buy a Thrill" is kind of like a carousel ride being called "Can I get some screaming please?" Only slightly thrilling part is the solo guitar work on Reelin' in the Years
3
Oct 09 2024
Feast of Wire
Calexico
I was surprised by how much I liked this. Latin jazz-folk fusion with an indie inflection. Had some really nice moments. Particularly enjoyed Pepita and Close Behind
5
Oct 10 2024
Nighthawks At The Diner
Tom Waits
A lot of not too interesting filler. I really liked Emotional Weather Report and Spare Parts though
3
Oct 11 2024
Nebraska
Bruce Springsteen
Not a Springsteen guy, but this is my favorite of his work even though I find it dull in places. Atlantic City and Highway Patrolman are extraordinary songs
4
Oct 12 2024
Clandestino
Manu Chao
I've always found Manu Chao pleasant on the ears, but feels a bit like empty calories. His albums don't have much variation, so not great for anything but background music
3
Oct 14 2024
B-52's
The B-52's
I want whatever they were on
4
Oct 15 2024
Shaka Zulu
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
4
Oct 16 2024
Clube Da Esquina
Milton Nascimento
2
Oct 22 2024
GI
Germs
2
Oct 24 2024
People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm
A Tribe Called Quest
Two great songs with Can I Kick it and Youthful Expression
4
Oct 28 2024
Treasure
Cocteau Twins
Perfect music for putting up Halloween decorations or carving pumpkins
4
Oct 30 2024
Come Find Yourself
Fun Lovin' Criminals
So many good hip hop albums from the 90s and they chose this one... smh
1
Nov 01 2024
Lust For Life
Iggy Pop
So much better than the other Iggy 77 release on this list. Passenger is excellent
4
Nov 02 2024
Maverick A Strike
Finley Quaye
I'll admit some of these some of these songs aren't good and some are objectively bad. But a few of these reggae baselines are so filthy (played by Quayle himself) that I may or may not have become pregnant listening to this.
I was familiar with "Even After All" and "Your Love Gets Sweeter" as they were staples on mixtapes for hippy girls when I was in high school. Undoubtedly they acted as an aphrodisiac for the right teenage girl. However in my case it just made them realize they wanted a cool, Rasta musician type, and not some nerdy weirdo. Oops
Well I was still on the fence about this one until I heard "Supreme I Preme" 90s hip hop anthem wet dream. Now I plan to name the child after his father Finlay Quayle Jr., which again I have mixed feelings about because most of this album isn't very good.
4
Nov 03 2024
White Blood Cells
The White Stripes
Grew on me and then grew off me
3
Nov 04 2024
Penthouse And Pavement
Heaven 17
Two days before the election in the US and that first track is feeling a bit close to home. This is a really good synth pop album
4
Nov 05 2024
Under Construction
Missy Elliott
Very good start, with great production, good flow, and nice features. Got a bit stale by the end
4
Nov 06 2024
The Message
Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
To me this album is all about the song The Message, which was the first great hip hop song. The hook to that one is excellent. However overall I think this album doesn't hold up in terms of beats and flow. It was too early in hip hop's evolution
3
Nov 07 2024
Pornography
The Cure
1
Nov 08 2024
Among The Living
Anthrax
1
Nov 09 2024
Chris
Christine and the Queens
1
Nov 10 2024
Parallel Lines
Blondie
4
Nov 11 2024
Berlin
Lou Reed
I started off liking this but it got increasingly morose
3
Nov 12 2024
Straight Outta Compton
N.W.A.
Groundbreaking in 1988, but to me doesn't stand the test of time. Pales in comparison to Dre's later virtuosic production
3
Nov 13 2024
Live At Leeds
The Who
I generally feel that live albums should only be on this list if the artist is known as a live artist and if it comes from a legendary live show. This one checks both those boxes. Unfortunately early Who isn't great. The medleys are particularly good highlighted by the awesome Spark melody and some good imitations of Hendrix and Zeppelin. Other than that only the I Can't Explain hit for me and there's a bad stretch in the middle
3
Nov 17 2024
Junkyard
The Birthday Party
1
Nov 18 2024
ImmigrΓ©s
Youssou N'Dour
Has the ingredients, but it's too busy for me
3
Nov 20 2024
Risque
CHIC
2
Nov 21 2024
Repeater
Fugazi
3
Nov 22 2024
Rain Dogs
Tom Waits
Tom Waits really broke through for me on this listen. His halting, strange melodic style has an appealing intimacy. It wasn't always my cup of tea, but this album has to be the pinnacle of his work
5
Nov 23 2024
That's The Way Of The World
Earth, Wind & Fire
Overall I found this cheesy, but I like Africano and Shining Star
3
Nov 24 2024
Deja Vu
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
The song Woodstock is the song of the generation. Brilliant writing by Joni and CSNY made it come alive
5
Nov 29 2024
Never Mind The Bollocks, Hereβs The Sex Pistols
Sex Pistols
I was told this was the greatest punk album of all time, but some people lie... like EMI
3
Dec 04 2024
Dire Straits
Dire Straits
4 excellent songs in Water of Love, Setting me up, Sultans of Swing, and Wild West End. Lions is pretty good too and the rest is good enough
5
Dec 05 2024
Desperate Youth, Blood Thirsty Babes
TV On The Radio
Hard to describe this one. It's got the dark, droning, soaring feeling Explosions or Godspeed, but a soulful barbershop quartet thing going on to. Production is excellent and the sound is unique. Never really gotten into this band. Always thought Dear Science was just okay, but this one hit me
5
Dec 07 2024
Rust Never Sleeps
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
This album has too excellent songs and the rest I'm not fond of. The two great songs are My My, Hey Hey and Powderfinger.
3
Dec 08 2024
Dig Your Own Hole
The Chemical Brothers
I've always felt like they have potential, but it's usually not fully realized. Favorite tracks are Piku and the Private Psychadelic Reel
3
Dec 10 2024
Stephen Stills
Stephen Stills
My favorite year in music history, the year of Deja Vu and After the Goldrush. In comparison this one feels like a bit of a dud. Not too many memorable tracks. What saves it is the warm production and strong instrumentation
3
Dec 11 2024
Neon Bible
Arcade Fire
Strong album. Good songs throughout. My favorite is Ocean of Noise
4
Dec 12 2024
Groovin'
The Young Rascals
Not bad, but overall pretty generic
3
Dec 13 2024
No Other
Gene Clark
This was way better than I expected. Lady of the North is a great final track
4
Dec 14 2024
Life Thru A Lens
Robbie Williams
1
Dec 15 2024
L'Eau Rouge
The Young Gods
1
Dec 17 2024
Central Reservation
Beth Orton
I vaguely remember the name Beth Orton. Surprised by how much I enjoyed this. The first track is outstanding. She has warm vocals similar to Bonnie Paine of Elephant Revival, and the melodies reminded me of the Cranberries compelling pop riffs. Ben Harper's slide just adds to the atmosphere of an expertly played backing track. The rest of the album is warm but lacking in standouts. I was fond of Sweetest Decline, Stars All Seem to Weep, and Live Like Laughter. Great for a chill, warm fireside vibe
4
Dec 18 2024
The Stranger
Billy Joel
Not my kind of music, but good song writing and excellent production. Vienna is my favorite
3
Dec 19 2024
At Budokan
Cheap Trick
While they may be big in Japan this is just too much hair for me. Album did grow on me with Need Your Love as the highlight. It's a bit muddy but great energy
3
Dec 20 2024
One World
John Martyn
A strange one
3
Dec 21 2024
The Grand Tour
George Jones
This is what you hear when you turn on AM radio and your girlfriend just broke up with you. 28 minutes of torture
1
Dec 23 2024
Eliminator
ZZ Top
I would be happy to never listen to this album or any of these songs ever again. Empty calories and it doesn't even taste good
1
Dec 24 2024
Gentlemen
The Afghan Whigs
Hard to listen to
1
Dec 25 2024
The Visitors
ABBA
Fun start. I liked it less as it progressed
3
Dec 26 2024
Heaven Or Las Vegas
Cocteau Twins
It's like the Cranberries took acid. I like it
4
Dec 28 2024
Paranoid
Black Sabbath
If this truly is the beginning of metal it was all downhill from here. Metal ranks easily my least favorite genre, but in my opinion this is one of the greatest albums ever. War Pigs, Paranoid, Planet Caravan, Iron Man, and Faeries Wear Boots are all extraordinary
5
Dec 29 2024
S.F. Sorrow
The Pretty Things
Was a 3 until Defecting Grey, bumped it a 4. Varied and interesting album
4
Dec 30 2024
Led Zeppelin
Led Zeppelin
Not yet peak Zeppelin but, pretty darn close. While I feel plenty of nostalgia for this record, it really grows into itself with finest full band song being How Many More Times
4
Jan 01 2025
Group Sex
Circle Jerks
Hey waiter this food is inedible... and such small portions
1
Jan 02 2025
Born In The U.S.A.
Bruce Springsteen
There are a lot of massive hits on this album, but to me the music feels very average. I like Glory Days and I'm on Fire, and while it might be fun to watch these songs played live, they don't move the needle for me on record
3
Jan 03 2025
Young Americans
David Bowie
This is where Bowie began to lose me
3
Jan 04 2025
Inspiration Information
Shuggie Otis
3
Jan 05 2025
Vivid
Living Colour
2
Jan 06 2025
The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan
Not Dylan's best work, but this is the most important folk album of all time
4
Jan 07 2025
The Nightfly
Donald Fagen
So bad
1
Jan 08 2025
Led Zeppelin III
Led Zeppelin
My favorite Zeppelin. Tangerine, Bron-Y-Aur Stomp, Immigrant Song. So varied and doesn't grow as stale as II and IV
5
Jan 09 2025
Opus Dei
Laibach
Cookie Monster like light beer. Ja! Ja! Ja!
2
Jan 10 2025
Brown Sugar
D'Angelo
I like the other D'Angelo albums on here, but this one is boring
2
Jan 11 2025
At Mister Kelly's
Sarah Vaughan
Great old live album. She can really sing
4
Jan 12 2025
xx
The xx
Fell off a cliff after the first two minutes
2
Jan 13 2025
Fire Of Love
The Gun Club
Fun listen, falls off for the last couple songs, but great before that
4
Jan 14 2025
Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters
Some great songs (I'll Stick Around) and some annoying ones (Good Grief), but overall a 90s pop grunge guilty pleasure
4
Jan 15 2025
Wild Gift
X
Decent album
3
Jan 16 2025
Double Nickels On The Dime
Minutemen
When I first saw a 43 song punk album I groaned. But this is different than anything I've heard before, a true genre bender. Imagine Talking Heads, Primus, Dead Kennedys and Meat Puppets had a baby. It all over the place, wild and a work of genius. Best new discovery on this list so far
5
Jan 17 2025
The Stooges
The Stooges
Mick Jagger impression is impressive, music is not
3
Jan 18 2025
Triangle
The Beau Brummels
Almost salvaged at the end, but this is a pretty bland listen
2
Jan 19 2025
Street Signs
Ozomatli
I like this band and bought this album when it came out. I was disappointed. Only tracks that were decent are whose to blame w/ Chali 2na And Saturday Night. They're more of a live band but they're 1998 self titled release is far better
2
Jan 20 2025
Heartattack And Vine
Tom Waits
Tom Waits has really grown on me but this album is no Rain Dogs
3
Jan 21 2025
Aftermath
The Rolling Stones
Spotify link has this without Paint it Black. Even so it's a blah effort. Wasn't until Beggars Banquet that this band really took off
3
Jan 22 2025
Buena Vista Social Club
Buena Vista Social Club
The warmth and richness of this recording is legendary. Each track oozes with flavor and a cohesion that gives a timeless impression. I love Cuban jazz but I've never heard another studio album that compares to this one. Both my favorite world music and jazz album of all time
5
Jan 23 2025
Beautiful Freak
Eels
I wanted to like this. I like the first track, I like Birds, but the whole album felt pretty contrived and hollow to me. Nothing hit after the first track
2
Jan 25 2025
Slayed?
Slade
First thought was this belongs in the bargain bin with ZZ Top and AC/DC. However it's a little better than you average hair band. The Move Over cover is actually excellent. The songwriting isn't awesome but there is some decent playing
3
Jan 26 2025
Kenza
Khaled
3
Jan 27 2025
Made In Japan
Deep Purple
The hair returns and it's live now
2
Jan 28 2025
Slanted And Enchanted
Pavement
Quintessential indie band. Their next album was better though
4
Jan 29 2025
It's A Shame About Ray
The Lemonheads
Power pop isn't really my thing. This wasn't bad though
3
Jan 30 2025
If You Can Believe Your Eyes & Ears
The Mamas & The Papas
Bland and boring. Only California Dreaming holds water. Glad we've evolved passed this kind of music
2
Jan 31 2025
In A Silent Way
Miles Davis
Nice background music, but didn't capture my attention
3
Feb 01 2025
Step In The Arena
Gang Starr
I like Gang Starr heard this one in entirely. It's not quite to the levels of their later stuff, but very impressive for the era. I particularly like Check the Technique
4
Feb 02 2025
Suede
Suede
I don't like britpop or glam rock. But the musicianship was good and I like the first couple songs
3
Feb 05 2025
Ramones
Ramones
Most overrated punk band ever. Every song sounds exactly the same and is the same three chords
2
Feb 06 2025
Live / Dead
Grateful Dead
I listened to a lot of 60s dead when I was young, but don't tolerate nearly as well now. A year later they were so much more polished and cohesive. This one is particularly chaotic and not a pleasant listen. This not close to the Dead's best live release, that would be Europe 72, which would've been an easy 5 for me. Without a Net from the late 80s is also considerably better
3
Feb 07 2025
Live At The Witch Trials
The Fall
Strange, but I like the first song. It's creative
3
Feb 08 2025
Jagged Little Pill
Alanis Morissette
My dad called her his god after this album came out. Then Dogma came out and he became a prophet. This is in the conversation for best album of the 90s for me
5
Feb 09 2025
Cosmo's Factory
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Not a fan of John Fogerty's vocals, but an impressive album nonetheless. Particularly like the groove on Running through the Jungle
4
Feb 10 2025
Steve McQueen
Prefab Sprout
Another 80s album I could live without
2
Feb 11 2025
There's A Riot Goin' On
Sly & The Family Stone
Not their best work but still grooves. Just Like a Baby held me well
4
Feb 12 2025
Dry
PJ Harvey
4
Feb 13 2025
Songs In The Key Of Life
Stevie Wonder
An incredible album with some extraordinary songs, but it's wayyyy too long. For all of Stevie's epic funk tunes like Sir Duke and Pasttimes Paradise there are a number of sappy duds. Still incredible just should have been n shorter
4
Feb 14 2025
Low
David Bowie
Cinematic and experimental this is an ambitious album, that doesn't always hit the mark for me. Still there are moments of magic
4
Feb 15 2025
Eli And The Thirteenth Confession
Laura Nyro
Ebbs and flows with an aquatic like quality. Poverty Train to Stoned Sould Picnic is a great stretch
4
Feb 16 2025
Destroy Rock & Roll
Mylo
A decent electronic album that has some interesting grooves
4
Feb 17 2025
The White Album
Beatles
Too long but still The Beatles best album. First disc is especially impressive. Dear Prudence and While my Guitar Gently Weeps are both extraordinary
5
Feb 20 2025
Slippery When Wet
Bon Jovi
It's sad that this is the only Bon Jovi album on the list. It just feels wrong not to have him on my worst artists list
1
Feb 21 2025
The Sensual World
Kate Bush
Decent album, but a bit too 80s for me in the intonation
3
Feb 23 2025
Fever Ray
Fever Ray
3
Feb 24 2025
Fisherman's Blues
The Waterboys
First song was good. All down hill from there
2
Feb 25 2025
Roger the Engineer
The Yardbirds
Varied with creative composition and exceptional musicianship. The vocals aren't great and starts to fade toward the end, but Beck really kills here. His guitar tone is extraordinary
4
Feb 27 2025
Funeral
Arcade Fire
Indie pop isn't my favorite but this is a genre defining album. Strong throughput, great ebbs and flows. Played with energy, honesty and complexity.
5
Mar 01 2025
Toys In The Attic
Aerosmith
Mostly don't like this, but Sweet Emotion is truly great song
3
Mar 05 2025
Drunk
Thundercat
Interesting listen and clearly talented
4
Mar 08 2025
Bright Flight
Silver Jews
Fun and creative indie album that was varied enough to hold my interest
4
Mar 14 2025
The Rise & Fall
Madness
Not an album and it's fine
3
Mar 15 2025
Physical Graffiti
Led Zeppelin
I forgot how good this one. First disc builds and intensity leading to the epic Kashmir. But 2nd disc is sneaky good. Ten Years Gone and Wanton Song are particularly excellent
5
Mar 24 2025
Marcus Garvey
Burning Spear
Could be my favorite reggae non-Marley reggae album. What a voice and what a vibe
5
Mar 25 2025
Too Rye Ay
Dexys Midnight Runners
3
Mar 28 2025
Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots
The Flaming Lips
One of the best albums of the early 2000s with a # of great songs. However I find it tough listen to all the way through. The rhythms and melodies are not varied enough and parts of the album bore me. Still a classic and the Flaming Lips best
4
Mar 29 2025
Histoire De Melody Nelson
Serge Gainsbourg
3
Apr 03 2025
Better Living Through Chemistry
Fatboy Slim
4
Apr 04 2025
Sex Packets
Digital Underground
Hard to believe 2pac was in this group. First four songs are decent although heavily sample driven. Changes by Band of Gypsies sounds good as a hip hop beat, but it should not have been nine minutes long. Lyrics aren't great, the flow is decent for the era, but nowhere near the level of Tribe, De La, or Public Enemy. Second half of the album runs out if gas and is not good
2
Apr 07 2025
Psychocandy
The Jesus And Mary Chain
This one was wild. I like the contrast between the insane amounts of distortion and dissonance and the indie-pop. Sometimes it works other times it doesn't
3
Apr 08 2025
Bookends
Simon & Garfunkel
Why does Paul Simon get angry at me when I request Voices of Old People at his concerts?
3
Apr 09 2025
Protection
Massive Attack
I like trip hop, but not this album, it's boring. Even the tracks with really good vocals like Sly have pretty lame backing tracks.
2
Apr 10 2025
Phaedra
Tangerine Dream
Just because it's weird doesn't make it good or an album
1
Apr 11 2025
Tigermilk
Belle & Sebastian
3
Apr 12 2025
Hunting High And Low
a-ha
One hit wonders. Take Me On as obviously a crowd pleaser. The rest is not my cup of tea
2
Apr 13 2025
Strange Cargo III
William Orbit
3
Apr 14 2025
Nixon
Lambchop
There are parts of this I like a lot, but the. The falsetto comes in
3
Apr 15 2025
Leftism
Leftfield
Wasn't into this at first, but turned out to be an excellent electronic / dance album. Varied and interesting a start contrast to some of the other Bristish 90s electronic on this list
4
Apr 16 2025
Timeless
Goldie
One of the worst on the list
1
Apr 17 2025
good kid, m.A.A.d city
Kendrick Lamar
Kendrick's best work, but my favorite track is The Recipe on the bonus disc not linked here.
4
Apr 19 2025
Either Or
Elliott Smith
This one really grew on me. Favorite track Rise Parade
4
Apr 20 2025
Elephant Mountain
The Youngbloods
This one really grew on me. Superb and creative musicianship, with a great flow. I've heard a couple songs by them, but this exceeded my expectations
4
Apr 25 2025
Celebrity Skin
Hole
Not my favorite of the genre or era, but the final song is decent
2
Apr 26 2025
Dust
Screaming Trees
I kind of like this, but don't find any of the songs memorable
3
Apr 27 2025
Who Killed...... The Zutons?
The Zutons
Not bad, not something I plan to ever listen to again
2
Apr 28 2025
Get Rich Or Die Tryin'
50 Cent
3
Apr 29 2025
Stripped
Christina Aguilera
I know she's talented, but I don't like the style, songwriting or production
1
Apr 30 2025
Get Behind Me Satan
The White Stripes
3
May 01 2025
(Pronounced 'Leh-'NΓ©rd 'Skin-'NΓ©rd)
Lynyrd Skynyrd
4
May 02 2025
Introducing The Hardline According To Terence Trent D'Arby
Terence Trent D'Arby
1
May 03 2025
Loveless
My Bloody Valentine
So much better than the other MBV album on this list
4
May 04 2025
The Undertones
The Undertones
3
May 05 2025
The Dreaming
Kate Bush
Daring art pop that actually works
4
May 09 2025
Killing Joke
Killing Joke
This one grew on me. Hated the first couple songs, but could really see the appeal on the B side. The Wait opening guitar riff and beat sounded so much like the beginning of the Beastie Boys Sabotage I actually googled whether it was sampled on Ill Communication. Complications is a pretty awesome traditional punk song, showed that Jaz is a great punk vocalist when he is not over doing it. Primitive was also an interesting, cool track. 2 stars for side A and 4 for side B
3
May 12 2025
In The Wee Small Hours
Frank Sinatra
3
May 13 2025
Urban Hymns
The Verve
3
May 17 2025
At Fillmore East
The Allman Brothers Band
Still the greatest live album of all time. Crescendos with the transcendent "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed"
5
May 18 2025
I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight
Richard Thompson
Sounded better on the second listen
4
May 19 2025
Don't Come Home A Drinkin' (With Lovin' On Your Mind)
Loretta Lynn
The type of country I could do without
2
May 20 2025
Led Zeppelin IV
Led Zeppelin
Smack in the middle of a legendary six album run
5
May 27 2025
Dub Housing
Pere Ubu
On the Surface and Dub Housing are both awesome with jubilant edgier Talking Heads/ B-52s vibe. The rest of the album is pretty eh for me.
3
May 29 2025
Henry's Dream
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Was hoping this would be the Nick Cave album that finally made me understand what people love about Nick Cave. Alas, I'm 0 for 4 so far. Beginning is not bad. But it gets worse
2
May 30 2025
Sunshine Superman
Donovan
Donavan is a great songwriter
4
May 31 2025
Music From The Penguin Cafe
Penguin Cafe Orchestra
Working to this album was a joy. Intricate and beautiful. Clearly an inspiration for one of my favorite artists, The Books
4
Jun 01 2025
The Notorious Byrd Brothers
The Byrds
Background music to me
3
Jun 02 2025
Chelsea Girl
Nico
While there are some great songs, this is overall a tough listen. The production is a bit too minimalist and rough around the edges.
2
Jun 03 2025
Live And Dangerous
Thin Lizzy
2
Jun 04 2025
They Were Wrong, So We Drowned
Liars
This was a rough listen
1
Jun 06 2025
Future Days
Can
Exceptional musicianship and deeply intricate. This hit all the right notes for me
5
Jun 07 2025
Gris Gris
Dr. John
Strange one. I felt like I was in a swamp... filled with drugs
3
Jun 09 2025
Brutal Youth
Elvis Costello
Kind of a brutal listen. Not all the instrumentation is bad, but his voice really where's on me
2
Jun 11 2025
Superfuzz Bigmuff
Mudhoney
Obviously you can hear the seeds of Nirvana. If Kurt Cobain was singing I would've like this quite a bit more into it. Still some good stuff. The guitar and drums on In N Out of grace is excellent
3
Jun 12 2025
World Clique
Deee-Lite
One hit wonder band
1
Jun 13 2025
Smile
Brian Wilson
Still don't understand the appeal of The Beach Boys or Brian Wilson
1
Jun 15 2025
(What's The Story) Morning Glory
Oasis
3
Jun 16 2025
Want One
Rufus Wainwright
Talented but songwriting is inconsistent. Some songs like Go or Go Ahead are quite good. Sounds like a decent Radiohead song. Others like Natasha are terrible and sound like a trashy Disney song
3
Jun 19 2025
Tanto Tempo
Bebel Gilberto
Nice background music, but not too engaging
3
Jun 20 2025
Ghosteen
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Somehow this is my 5th Nick Cave album. I keep hoping it's the last one
2
Jun 22 2025
Cloud Nine
The Temptations
3
Jun 23 2025
Antichrist Superstar
Marilyn Manson
1
Jun 24 2025
I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You
Aretha Franklin
She kills it
5
Jun 25 2025
Horses
Patti Smith
Excellent songwriting and vibe. Can really feel the Velvet Underground influence, so it makes sense that John Cale produced this
4
Jun 28 2025
The Next Day
David Bowie
Love 70s Bowie. I find his later stuff uninspiring
2
Jul 02 2025
Post Orgasmic Chill
Skunk Anansie
Talented, but songwriting is just okay
3
Jul 03 2025
Eternally Yours
The Saints
Never heard of them, but this album packs a punch. I like it better than more well known punk bands of the era like the Ramones and Sex Pistols. Simultaneously raw and refined. I would have liked to have seen them live in their prime
5
Jul 04 2025
Songs For Swingin' Lovers!
Frank Sinatra
Decent background music
3
Jul 05 2025
Foxbase Alpha
Saint Etienne
Fun and creative album
4
Jul 16 2025
Mott
Mott The Hoople
3
Jul 17 2025
Space Ritual
Hawkwind
Psycadelic garage rock with tints of Sabbath, The Who, and Pink Floyd. Raw and rough around the edges
4
Jul 20 2025
MTV Unplugged In New York
Nirvana
The best unplugged album of all time
5
Jul 21 2025
Non-Stop Erotic Cabaret
Soft Cell
80s synth pop is not my thing, but this is much better than most of the other stuff
4
Jul 22 2025
This Nationβs Saving Grace
The Fall
Decent 80s punk album
3
Jul 25 2025
Nevermind
Nirvana
The B side is what makes this album an all timer
5
Jul 30 2025
The Healer
John Lee Hooker
Amazing voice, some nice guest appearances. Songs were just okay
4