I found myself constantly feeling like I was caught off-guard. This was despite going into this album with 0 expectations or knowledge of what it would be like. So much of it was unexpected. Take the first song Lark's Tongue in Aspic for example. It starts with a simple tune using what sounds like a glockenspiel or xylophone. Am I in kindergarten? What is this trash? Next thing I know I'm being blown away by a disgusting guitar solo. Then a cacophony of string and drum instruments. This is all just the first song. And I think oh so this is just a crazy experimental instrumental album or something? Next song, Book of Saturday, features mostly vocals and sounds a lot like Tool. There's animal sounds, the unmistakable sound of feet sloshing through the mud, and just a vast array of instruments you don't normally hear. You can feel a Pink Floyd influence reminiscent of Time. My first listen to this album was a trip to say the least.

Somewhere in between annoying and tolerable. There's an excessive use of experimental sounds and instruments. Sometimes they land, sometimes they miss. At times it is exciting, at times it is boring. Just all over the map for me. Kind of feels like this album was an assignment for a group at an arts college where they were required to use X number of instruments. If this is supposed to be psychedelic rock, I really feel bad for anyone who made the decision to trip while listening to this. Seems like a recipe for a really bad time.

I just can't get past my distain for Newman's singing voice

I'm typically not a big fan of Pop music but I have a sweet spot for JT. Obviously Cry Me a River and Rock Your Body are the standouts on this album. There are some other hits too, namely Senorita and Like I Love You. While this album has some big highs, it also has some really skippable songs. The slow R&B love songs are the worst in my book.

Growing up I have distinct memories of listening to Led Zeppelin with my dad while grilling on the back porch. I have heard many of the hits but this album just hit different than some of Zeppelin's more melodic albums. Much more rock and roll in this album. I love the guitar riffs and harmonica mixed into the background on some of the tracks. The pacing of the album slowed down in the middle and picked up for a strong finish.

The album starts out a little flat/monotone. However, it picks up on the song Tonight where the band starts to mix in some jazz elements and more engaging guitar riffs. The album picks up in pace in the middle. I thoroughly enjoyed the solo on Sun Hits the Sky. There were moments that really bored me and moments that brought me back in to being interested. None of the album was truly outstanding or unique to me but it wasn't a complete slog either.

October was a great time of the year to get this album. The spooky vibes are awesome. It feels like the soundtrack to an 80s slasher movie. There were some sections that were too repetitive for my liking but overall the album was a fun listen. Spellbound, Halloween, Voodoo Dolly, and Arabian Knights were among my favorites.

Zzzzzz This album was pretty lackluster for me. The first song, shhh/Peaceful, played off the same two cords the whole time. Which wouldn't be a problem if it wasn't an 18 minute song. It got very old and almost annoying. In a silent way wasn't as stagnant but it was still way too slow for my tastes

Being a guy growing up during the rise of Taylor Swift, it was very much uncool to like her music. That on top of the fact that I'm not big into country and pop has led me to pretty much ignore her music all together. I acknowledge my biases going in to this listen and I'm going to try my best to put them aside... Damn this bitch has some catchy songs. Despite it not being a song I ever sought out, Blank Space was stuck in my head for hours while at work today. But some of her other hits like Bad Blood and Shake it off make my brain bleed. Overall I struggled just to finish this album today. The first two songs and the last two songs were enjoyable but the rest was a slog.

I knew this music sounded familiar off the start but I couldn't pin point it initially. The psychedelic guitar solos reminded me of Jimi Hendrix but there was an unmistakable combination of jazz and blues fuzed in. It wasn't until Piece of My Heart came on that I knew exactly where I had heard this style before. The crowd noise and raw audio mix made it feel like I was hearing Big Brother & The Holding Company live in a small jazz bar in New Orleans. Even though I wasn't born yet, I feel like I'm dropped right into the 60s listening to this album. And let's not forget Janis Joplin's fantastic vocals dominating this album. The way she seamlessly switches from the emotional scratchy sound to the smooth and serenading sound fuels this album with so much emotion. Loved this listen and definitely saved for later.

Very spacey vibes on this album. Mellow. Chill. The mix of vocalists were nicely weaved together throughout. I enjoyed the heavy use of bass guitar although there the music felt very simple. The pacing was a bit slow for me to rave about but it was a relaxing listen for sure.

This was a quick and fun album. The strained vocals kind of got annoying but I enjoyed the piano and the upbeat tempo.

The singing is good and the vibes are good on this one. It's just too mellow for me. I feel like this would be good music to study to or play in the background at a fancy black tie party. But when I actively listen to it I just grow bored.

Way too many repetitive songs. Each song is basically a 30 second loop for 3 minutes

While the crowd noise was distracting at times, this was a really fun live album. James Brown kills it on the vocals. Every song has its own vibe but the whole set has a consistent aesthetic at the same time. Just great vibes from start to finish.

I found myself constantly feeling like I was caught off-guard. This was despite going into this album with 0 expectations or knowledge of what it would be like. So much of it was unexpected. Take the first song Lark's Tongue in Aspic for example. It starts with a simple tune using what sounds like a glockenspiel or xylophone. Am I in kindergarten? What is this trash? Next thing I know I'm being blown away by a disgusting guitar solo. Then a cacophony of string and drum instruments. This is all just the first song. And I think oh so this is just a crazy experimental instrumental album or something? Next song, Book of Saturday, features mostly vocals and sounds a lot like Tool. There's animal sounds, the unmistakable sound of feet sloshing through the mud, and just a vast array of instruments you don't normally hear. You can feel a Pink Floyd influence reminiscent of Time. My first listen to this album was a trip to say the least.

This definitely isn't the type of music I normally listen to. It reminded me of Christmas music at times but the subjects of the songs were more depressing. There were times that really bored me. That being said, there were also spots on the album that had a lot of life. Ballad of the Ship of State and Oh, California! stand out in that regard. It felt like there was a narrative going on but I had trouble following it. I'd like to go back and give it a second listen to try to digest that aspect. After some research, I assume the album title is in reference to the famous painting American Gothic by Grant Wood depicting a farmer and his daughter in front of an Iowa farm house. My assumption is that the story of the album is telling about life in America in throughout the depression era. So if I do have time to go back and listen again I'll keep that in mind while focusing on the lyrics.

A lot of screechy guitar and whiney love songs. It was okay. The overall sound is good for background music but not something I would go out of my way to listen to.

This was a fun pop rock album. The second half of the album really made me feel like I was at the roller rink in the 80s. I especially enjoyed the bass. That being said there weren't any elements that really stood out to me as particularly impressive. Kind of reminds me of a filler episode in a long running TV show. All of the pieces of a good pop album are there but the end result came out kind of bland.

Common is a product of the golden era of hip hop and unfortunately due to his lack of radio play left him mostly forgotten over time by anybody who isn't a big fan of hip hop. It's a shame too because Common shares a lot of the same skill sets that the greats like Andre 3000 have. In songs like Cold Blooded he showcases his lyricism as he crams an ungodly amount of rhymes into a couple bars. For example: "The stylist and violence with vibrance The sign of times with rhyme shit is timeless" And "With penitentiary talk, Coke and Hennessy walk My imagery talks, metaphors and similes stalk" He has the ability to paint a picture and portray thought out concepts throughout a verse. Take verse 3 from 6th sense for example: Some days I take the L to gel with the real world Got on at 87th, sat by this little girl She recites raps, I forget where they was from In em, she was saying how she makes brothers cum I started thinking, how many souls hip-hop has affected How many dead folks this art resurrected How many nations this culture connected Who am I to judge one's perspective? Though some of the shit y'all bop to, I ain't relating If I don't like it, I don't like it, that don't mean I'm hating I just want to innovate and stimulate minds Travel the world and penetrate the times Escape through rhythms in search of peace and wisdom Raps are smoke signals letting the streets know I'm with 'em He even has the ability to tell a story throughout the course of a whole song. Take A Film Called (PIMP) and A Song For Assata for example. I have always heard about some modern rappers who were heavily influenced by Common but I never really took the time to sit down and digest his stuff. Excellent album with a ton of replay value.

This album overstayed its welcome for me. Both within each individual song and as a whole. 80 mins is just far too long for an instrumental album like this one. Most of the songs I would start out enjoying mostly just because they were a change of pace from the previous song. Then they would get repetitive and I'd grow tired of it again. That being said, the songs where the guitar took the for front really shined for me. Satisfaction- I Can't Get No was a really fun listen. But even that song could have ended at the halfway point. I think this is a good album to throw on in the background while you clean your house or something. But there isn't enough substance to justify the length.

I'm envious of anyone discovering this album for the first time. Metallica has perfected the art of the guitar solo. Their lead guitar sings and screeches. It really steals the show in most of their songs. They do such a good job of building up each song by ramping up the pacing. Then it crescendos when the solo kicks in and the solos are always face melters. I love the way they weave soft vocals in with the harsh scream/singing too. There are so many good Metallica albums that it's hard to pick a favorite. But Master of Puppets has to be one of the most iconic and it easily makes my top 3.

This album starts out very jarring. It's nothing short of weird. The abnormal high pitched vocals paired with the high pitched keyboard will definitely get your attention. The singing style is so weird that the lyrics are indistinguishable most of the time but it gives off a very counter-culture vibe. The album starts to settle down around the third track, Dub Housing, on which I really enjoyed the background vocals. Then it really quiets down on Thriller! where it switches to droning guitar with spacey background noises in a way that is reminiscent of a horror movie. It feels like you're in a fishbowl listening to somebody's distorted voice talk over the radio. This song doesn't feel like it belongs on the album stylistically and I'm not sure what purpose it's supposed to serve. But we jump right back in to the unique vocals and alt rock sound in I, Will Wait. I think my favorite song on the album is Drinking Wine Spodyody. It's fun, short, and sweet. (Pa) Ubu Dance Party follows a similar vibe. The last couple songs lose me. Blow Daddy-O has the pacing of Thriller! without the intrigue and Codex is super repetitive with very strained singing. Overall I feel like I should love or hate this album because it's so weird. But truly there are spots that I love and spots that I hate. For only being 35 mins, it feels like this album takes a lot of stylistic twists and turns. Some I like more than others. I wish it were more cohesive and transition better from song to song.

This is a relaxing listen. I don't speak Spanish so I can't comment on lyrics. Listening to this album reminded me of a vacation I took to San Juan. Not that it's particularly island music but it does give off the chill latin vibes that I got spending a day at the beach in Puerto Rico. I typically prefer music a little more up tempo but I enjoyed this listen regardless.

I knew the name Sonic Youth sounded familiar. Then I instantly recognized Kool Thing from Guitar Hero 3. Overall this album is kind of meh. Gives off very idgaf vibes and as a result I don't care much for it either. I'm not huge on the reverberated guitar aesthetic and the female vocals aren't great.

Well I can definitively say that I like British pop more than American pop. That is a pretty low bar though. I liked some of the more up tempo songs like Monday Morning. There were some uncomfortable songs like Common People and Underwear that I didn't like as much. Overall most of the songs were just okay. It was all pretty forgettable at the end of the day.

New York style boop bap rap. Sounds like a blend of Notorious B.I.G. and Nas. Enjoyed it front to back although it did kind of all blend together. I'll definitely have to look into some more of Jeru's other albums because his work doesn't come up much on most 90s rap playlists but it definitely encapsulates that east coast vs west coast golden era.

The name of the album is appropriate. It's a very spacey album. By that I mean empty. It's too boring to actively listen to. It's too slow to put on as background music. The only situation I think I would ever put this album on is to fall asleep to.

I listened to my first full Rolling Stones album, Hackney Diamonds, last week. It opened my eyes up to what I had been missing with the Rolling Stones. Then I get this album. I didn't recognize any of the songs so I'm not sure what made it special enough to make the list. But I definitely enjoyed it more than I thought I would. There were a lot more blues elements than most of the Stones songs I've heard in the past. Lots of harmonica and trumpet (?). It was a fun listen. Solid album.

Lana Del Rey is a fantastic vocalist. Her singing is melodic and enchanting in a way. I enjoyed the skills being shown but I wish there was more going on with this album. Each song was slow. Almost like the music itself is meant to be a blank canvas for her singing to stand out. Which it does. It just feels one dimensional. Compared to her breakout hit Summertime Sadness, I would have preferred her to pick up the pacing on this album rather than slow it down.

For a band named Psychedelic Furs I was hoping for something a little more... colorful? Imagine Green Day meets Smashing Pumpkins. Vocals were uninspiring, guitar was bland (only time it stuck out was on It Goes On), and the tempo stayed more or less the same front to back. Listening to this album was like eating a plate of unseasoned chicken and rice. I like chicken and I like rice. But I need some more flavor in there to make it interesting.

Groundbreaking hip hop. This record has ENERGY. The skits drag on a bit and focus a little too much on intimidation/braggadocio. But that is completely forgivable due to the sheer amount of hits. Bring Da Ruckus, C.R.E.A.M., Method Man, and Protect Ya Neck will regularly appear on your best of the 90s hop hop playlists. Great rhymes and great lines. This album doesn't let up. Fire front to back. Wu-Tang Clan ain't nothin to fuck with.

Gorillaz are an interesting fusion of genres. There are elements of pop, electro, latin, hip hop, and rock. They've got some good songs and they've got some real snoozers. I like most of their work but this isn't my favorite album. Clint Eastwood is good but the rest is pretty forgettable.

I was not a fan when I first started to listen to this album. It felt like a bad acid trip embodied in music. The pacing, the raw reverberated guitar, the static effects on the vocals. It's uncomfortable. But the more you settle into this album the better it gets. If I had more time to sit down and digest this album today my rating may be different but as a whole I just wasn't feeling it.

Beautiful booming vocals paired with a soft backdrop of piano, acoustic guitar, and light drums. It is warm, soothing, and uplifting. This is not the type of music I normally go for but I couldn't help but find myself entranced. I was working out while listening and still really enjoyed this album (it is by no means workout music).

Groovy bass lines, twangy guitar, country/rock vocals. Dire Straights provides a fun mix of styles. It's laid back without being boring.

I appreciate the good vibes on this album. It's a whimsical collection of love folk/rock songs. I enjoyed the flute on It's Love and harmonica peppered in combined with the conjoined vocals. There was nothing extremely remarkable about this album but it was enjoyable front to back. Standout tracks for me were I'm So Happy Now and A Place in the Sun. The album is short and sweet.

Listening to Live at the Star Club feels like witnessing the evolution of swing into rock and roll. There are swing elements which make you just want to dance. Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On is a great example of a song that's just meant for dance. You could picture it playing at a 60s high school prom. But then you have songs like Money and Great Balls of Fire where Jerry really belts. Funny enough, it reminds me of the Max Rebo Band from Star Wars which I'm guessing drew influence from Jerry. This album feels very Elvis as well. Just feels like 1960s in a time capsule.

This album is weird but not in a way that's particularly interesting to me. I was trying to like it but it just wasn't very easy listening. The singing is pitchy. The blend of instruments is unrefined and feels like they are clashing instead of working together most of the time. I didn't hate it but I don't think I'll be revisiting this one.

A common criticism I hear of the Foo Fighters is that all their songs sound the same. Similar to Metallica, they really didn't evolve much out of their brand of rock. But in this case it's the Foo Fighter's debut album so I am going to disregard that criticism and look at it at face value. The album is good. It's a B+ in all departments. I really enjoy Big Me and This is a Call.

I know this album came out before a lot of Pink Floyd's more successful albums. But it really feels like a bad Pink Floyd knock off. It's terribly boring.

System of a Down is an acquired taste. Even for people who already enjoy metal, they are unique. This album is a landmark in the early development of the sub-genre later to become known as Nu Metal. Thankfully I've already acquired that taste for SOAD and this album was a joy to listen to as I've mostly only listened to their hits and the Toxicity album. I think the most impressive element of SOAD is Serj's vocal range. The way he is able to bounce back and forth between high pitched singing and gutteral growls is insane. Another notable aspect of this album is the topics it covers. From anti-war to anti-religious extremism it really is a criticism on a lot of the brainwashing that happens in America.

Unexpectedly impressive. Poetic lyricism, killer guitar, catchy hooks. I really enjoyed this album.

Depressing. Atypical. Long chord progressions that provide the backdrop for Slint's storytelling. They go back and forth from slowly talking to singing. It's borderline creepy.

I don't know if it was poor audio mixing, out of tune instruments/singing, or what but I really struggled to finish this album. There were a couple songs with some bluegrass feel that I almost enjoyed. But as a whole it felt like it was written and recorded by amateurs at a church camp. Not a fan.

Pretty boring to be honest. Definitely it picked up a little bit at the end but as a whole I was not very engaged listening to it. I liked The Seventh Seal and Rhymes of Goodbye the most.

This album feels like it is what rock and roll is supposed to be. Drums, lead/bass guitar, and solid vocals to lead the way. There are a million and one variations on rock and roll but R.E.M. really feels authentic to the way it is supposed to sound like. I found myself really liking some of the bigger hits from this record in Orange Crush and even moreso, Stand. That being said there were times listening to Green where the music seemed to kind of fade to the background. As if it's almost too cookie cutter, too plain. As a whole it was a solid listen.

I had heard of this notorious album but it struck me as I looked at the track list that I didn't really know anything about it. Pop is far from my favorite genre. But this fusion of synth and rock is clean. When Doves Cry definitely stands out as my favorite song. Purple rain (the song) dragged on a little bit.

I'm really not sure why this album made the list. It honestly sounds like it was made by a local band in a small town. Unrefined. Singing and lyrics are cringy. Not a fan.

Nice and relaxing vibes. Quality singing although it got boring by about halfway through the album. Some more diversity would've been nice.

Love a fun swing/soul album. Normally I like live albums like this but the crowd work can get a little annoying. But the vibes are good.

Calm, quiet, exciting, and sad. This album is a flow of emotions.

Metallica will never not be a 5/5 for me. Just seeing this album pop up today put a smile on my face.

I'm not classy enough to really jam out to this album. I can recognize the quality enough to enjoy it though.

Lovely vocals. The background instruments are just enough to keep it interesting without distracting from the singing which is clearly meant to be the focal point.

Awesome 90s alternative rock. This flew under my radar but there are a handful of songs I recognized. Just a good combination of angst and rock.

Compelling storytelling. Fantastic vocals from Billy Joel. The composition let's all instruments shine. From piano, to drums, to guitar. From whistling to singing. I think my favorite song is The Stranger (I'm assuming the derivative of the album art). Joel tells a story about himself and his lover both keeping a secret identity or part of themselves from each other. Then one day he comes home and doesn't recognize his lover as she has let The Stranger out. But he can't be mad because he has The Stranger inside him as well. The Stranger has kicked him right between his eyes. Joel just has such a poetic way of telling real relatable stories behind metaphors. So yeah this album is fire.

This is my second Arcade Fire album. They are to American alternative rock as British comedy is to American comedy. It's quality alternative rock but it's kind of dry. Everything feels sort of flat which makes it hard to get all too excited about it.

I saw Metallica and automatically assumed I'd be listening to a 5/5 today. But hearing these remixed versions of Metallica's greatest hits honestly just makes me wish I was listening to the original versions. I still enjoy it because I love Metallica but even I can admit this album does not belong on the 1001 albums to listen to before you die list. I guess it is interesting because of the Symphony Orchestra mashup and that's what is supposed to make it stand out. But it's just too long. The audio isn't as crisp because it's live. Metallica has a long catalog of amazing albums that everyone should hear at least once. Greatest Hits type albums shouldn't be on the list.

Swanky. I love the mix of all the jazz elements but it has more of a uniform feel.

I love so much about this album. What struck me first is how clean the electric guitar sounds starting with Death on Two Legs carrying out throughout the album. Mixed with the wide variety of other instruments used, the production value on this album still stands to be phenomenal to this day. Everything really culminates into a very grandiose sound. Freddie Mercury wastes no time to go into belting his famous vocals as well. Of course I've heard "You're My Best Friend" and "Bohemian Rhapsody" plenty of times and I love them both. But it was nice to get a greater understanding of how they fit into this album as a whole instead of as a single. Bohemian Rhapsody in particular stands as the pinnacle of this album coming in at the climax.

Anytime an album is comprised of just one instrument I am hesitant. Especially because I'm not a very big fan of the piano on it's own. When I was actively listening I actually found myself really enjoying the ride. Keith does a good job of constantly mixing up what he's playing to help prevent it from getting stale. But eventually I did lose interest at times and I would get distracted by other things. Thankfully, this album works just as well for background music. The jazzy/improv nature of it makes it so that you can pop in and out of paying attention to it without feeling like you've lost your place. All in all, the fact that this is all improv and learning the story behind the creation of this album bumps it from a 3 to a 4 for me. Which is significant because my expectation when I saw that it was a solo piano album was that I'd come out of it with a 1 or 2. Just undeniable mastery of one's craft.

Such a positive, lively album. I don't know if I've ever sat down and listen to Afrobeat but I'm certainly intrigued.

Just the right level of weird

I was hoping based off of the band name for some Japanese music I had never heard of. Maybe some city pop or something of the sort. But this album was not that. It's a slow, dreary version of European synth pop/glam rock. I was not a fan of it at first but it did grow on me. Not a fan of how bleak it is though.

This is a cool album. Really reminded me a lot of some other pop from that era like Prince. I found myself really enjoying the drums and vocals. But like most pop albums, there are some songs that really slap and some that are forgettable

Not big on the first 3 songs but I loved Contusion and the classics Sir Duke and I Wish. I was shocked when I heard Pastime Paradise. Had no idea Ganga's Paradise was an homage to Stevie! Overall I enjoyed the funk elements of this album but wasn't big on some of the slower romance songs. I can totally get behind this album being on the list. It's clearly a very diverse and influential piece of art. Stevie has a ton of range which works in his favor although the album feels disjointed at times. Maybe it's the length or the genre skipping but it almost feels like the whole album is on shuffle.

There are some fun guitar moments but on the whole this album feels pretty empty. I didn't hate it but it didn't really grab my attention at any point.

There are no individual songs that I specifically hate. The drum and bass genre is just way too repetitive for my liking. Especially for an album that falls just shy of 2 hours. It feels like there's a ton of fat that should have been trimmed off this album. I would've enjoyed my time listening to it a lot more if it was like 30 mins long.

Mehhhh. At least it doesn't drag on. Nothing really special about this record to be honest.

Such a riveting vocal performance. Patti's voice strains, belts, softens and chops. She interlaces poetry throughout her verses. The opener Gloria really set the tone and is probably my favorite on the album. Unlike your conventional song structure, the songs on this album are in poetry format. There are no choruses. Just lines of rhymes and storytelling. I highly recommend listening to this one along with reading the lyrics.

After 2 listens in a row I can't say with any certainty what this album is about. I can say how it felt though. Ominous. In tune with nature. Consistent in style throughout. It felt like a trippy TV show soundtrack. It specifically reminded me of a show called Three Pines (a murder mystery set in Canada's snowy forests). This album is a trip and I'm here for it.

You've heard of word vomit. Ladies and gentlemen I introduced to you music vomit.

Nice and relaxing folk. Some of the lyrics seemed forced into rhymes. Like just flowed weird. It was a little slow for me but I did enjoy the listen.

Classic. Lots of quality songs, good flow from song to song, good production.

Anybody up for 3 and a half hours of ringtones from 2005? Yikes

Merry Christmas

What came first the Byrds or the Beatles? Not sure but they give off the same vibes. This album is pretty melancholy and mellow. Some fun guitar riffs in Hey Joe and Captain Soul.

Remarkably unremarkable. Forgettable even. Really not much to say here. There are some relaxing and mildly interesting tracks. It's not off putting. But there is nothing that is attention grabbing. Very middle of the road for me.

Santana meets Sublime with a hint of Beastie Boys. I dig it.

Just the right level of weird. Very psychedelic. This album is a trip.

Some excellent guitar solos and riffs saves what can sometimes be a repetitive/flat album. The guitar elevates it from okay to good for me. Plus bonus nostalgia points for having a song from guitar hero 3.

How could you give this voice any less than 5 stars?

Despite what the album art and name may suggest, this is a very calm album. Nice relaxing jams to throw on while working or driving. Not too repetitive, good production, just solid all around.

Very interesting and immersive album. It feels like I'm transported to a tavern in Middle Earth listening to a famous band play for a rowdy dancing crowd. I loved it. Especially the solo on Matty Groves. Albums like these make me happy I started this project. I doubt I ever would have found this on my own

Cash has a great voice. Deep and smooth. I can see why he is so well known in the country genre. I appreciate the lyrical content of the songs under the context that he's singing to a group of dangerous prison inmates. He controls the crowd well, is comedic, and has good energy. Where the set falls short for me is how simple the music is. A little bit of background vocals and a bass guitar. But it's mostly just acoustic guitar strumming and Cash talking/half singing.

I love the crowd work, the band, and the vocals. For a genre called the blues, I had a lot of fun listening to this one.

Some sweet classic rock. Nothing super special here but it has all the elements of a good classic rock album. Plus it doesn't overstay it's welcome. I'm a fan

I'm not sure how to fully put this album into words. It's party music I'd never want to party to. It's spooky music that wouldn't make the cut on my Halloween playlist. It's alternative rock that doesn't rock. The vocals remind me of Muse. Lots of long droning notes. A lot of these songs aren't quite skippable but outside of the last song Mass Production, none of them have any qualities that really stand out of me. Mass Production has the right level of weird that I wish Iggy Pop had leaned into for the whole album.

Listening to the style of this album reminded me a lot of one of my favorite alternative rock bands The Black Keys. There's a nice mix of piano and electric guitar. I'm not in love with the amount of pacing bread downs throughout the course of the album where the songs would slow down to a screeching halt like in White Moon. I much prefer the more up tempo songs like Blue Orchid and My Doorbell.

A fun and energizing album. Great music to vibe to. I enjoyed the medley of different instruments used and the singing. It might be because I don't listen to much afrobeat in general but all the songs started to blend together and feel rather repetitive by the second half of the album.

This album embodies the alternative rock I grew up on. Even though Drive and Pardon Me were the only songs I recognized the whole album felt so familiar. It's a fairly simple and played out recipe of lead + bass guitar, drums, and vocals but they do it well. There's some really interesting baselines, catchy choruses, and just a nice grunge feel.

I have a couple main issues with this album. The biggest one is Billie Holiday's singing style. She has a nice voice but she embellishes her long notes with this high pitched falsetto. As if she's using a whammy bar for her singing. Which can be an interesting touch but it's so overused it is like nails on a chalkboard for me. She clearly has masterful control of her voice I just don't like the way it sounds. The second issue is the pacing. The pacing is slow and steady. As a result it really drags on and every song sounds the same. The biggest redeeming quality about this album is the band. If you were to take the instrumentals only I feel like it could pass for a lot of film soundtracks. It's elegant, whimsical, and the only thing bringing this album up from a 1 to a 2 for me.

This is perfect. I was in need of something to listen to during my peyote ceremony tonight.

Very alien, dystopian vibes. It reminds me a lot of some of the Gorrilaz work. Great music to relax to for sure.

This album just does not resonate with me. From the album art to songs themselves. For one, I'm not a fan of Morrissey's singing voice. It's simultaneously flat and winey. With songs like "The More You Ignore Me, The Closer I Get" and "I Am Hated For Loving" I'm getting a lot of stalker/simp vibes as well. All in all, this one was a struggle to finish.

This album shines despite its gaping flaws. The skits are atrociously uncomfortable and heavy handed. The lyrical content is misogynistic and braggadocios. But the execution of the songs themselves is flawless. Buttery smooth vocals paired with catchy rhymes and bubbly boom bap beats. Lovely background vocals lift a lot of the songs up as well. Every single song on this album is a hip hop classic with good reason. That's very difficult to pull off. The strengths are so strong that it gets 5 from me even despite its blemishes.

Not at all the vibes I was expecting based off the album name and artwork. I was expecting metal and I got 70s Queenesque opera rock. Even though they aren't the vibes I expected, they were good ones. Very high paced. I mostly enjoyed the quick piano progressions paired with the electric guitar. I realized about halfway through the listen that there's actually a love story being told not just a collection of love songs. On the second listen I read the wiki first. Come to learn it's actually a retelling of Peter Pan (never would've came to that conclusion on my own). So on the second listen I payed much closer attention to the storytelling.

I know the Grateful Dead had a big influence on the counter culture/hippie movement of the late 60s and that they had a huge cult following. Given that knowledge going in I was really hoping for something a lot more interesting. To the naked ear this is just another brand of boring country music. Maybe I needed to get super high to enjoy this one because it was a real snoozer for me.

To call this album bad would be giving it to much credit. It's a shame there isn't a way to give it 0 starts.

Somewhere in between annoying and tolerable. There's an excessive use of experimental sounds and instruments. Sometimes they land, sometimes they miss. At times it is exciting, at times it is boring. Just all over the map for me. Kind of feels like this album was an assignment for a group at an arts college where they were required to use X number of instruments. If this is supposed to be psychedelic rock, I really feel bad for anyone who made the decision to trip while listening to this. Seems like a recipe for a really bad time.

Very strong start to this album with War Pigs, Paranoid, and Iron Man. Even some of the lesser known tracks like Rat Salad and Hand of Doom kick ass. Turn up the speaker and jam.

I definitely can vibe with this. It doesn't strike me as anything special. I don't think I would seek out any songs individually. But as a whole it blends well and I do think any of the songs could come on a playlist without feeling like must skips. Overall, pretty good.

Dre's beats are a 6/5 Snoop's flow is a 5/5 Skits and subject matter are a 1/5 This is a really fun album but it's about as shallow as the kiddy pool. Misogynistic, braggadocios, and the skits are borderline obnoxious. Very typical of this era of hip hop and as a result I can slide that aspect of it under the rug to some extent. It's meant to be something you turn up to when you want to have a good time and it does that well. This album put a smile on my face this morning.

Chill vibes with some smooth guitar. An enjoyable listen with fun hippy vibes.

This album has a very classic feel to it. I haven't listened to a ton of The Who but I enjoy what I've heard. Early elements of folk and rock blended together pretty smoothly.

The opening track Let's Stay Together is a classic for sure. But the album really falls off after that. Maybe because I'm not a huge fan of soul but the rest of the album just feels like more boring spin offs of Let's Stay Together.

It's wild how even though I've never heard of Prodigy or this album, every song is so familiar. I don't know if I recognize the songs from movie soundtracks or what. Either way, I totally enjoy the vibes on this. Some old school electronica does not age well, this does in my opinion.

This album gives me very similar vibes to one of my favorite albums of all time, Pink Floyd's The Wall. It doesn't feel quite as polished however. I'm gonna need more than a day to fully absorb this one I think. For now it's getting a 4/5 from me. Good, interesting, compelling, but a little screechy at times.

I'm struggling to find anything interesting or significant about this album.

The Pixies are consistently good but not great for me. I like the punk rock elements but it feels a bit lacking. I would take any of these songs mixed in a playlist without a skip. But there aren't any that I feel in love with.

This album is definitely better than the sum of its parts. I don't think I would enjoy any of these songs very much on their own. But listening to the album as a whole you kind of get into the groove of it and it becomes enjoyable. It's very alien. Lots of long drawn out notes, clashing notes, and synthesized sounds. I don't know how much replay value it's going to have for me but I did like it.

This album didn't grab me. It felt one dimensional.

The first few songs are kind of rough but the album picks up in the second half. Having to endure the YouTube ads didn't help either.

Jazz is typically very hit or miss for me and this album was an instant hit for me. So swanky it just made me want to dance off the bat. I will say that I think Street Life ran a little long for how repetitive the hook is. Nonetheless I still really enjoyed it. I love the mix and execution of all of the different instruments.

Marty Robbins has such a classic voice and singing style that I love. It really makes you feel like you're in a black and white western film. The story telling is probably the biggest strength of this album. It's a shame the stories aren't more cohesive though as each song seems to be it's own little tale. I thought I hated country but this album proved that wrong because it was a joy.

As a metal head I do enjoy some Judas Priest. I think the highlight of this album has to be Breaking The Law, by far their biggest hit. There are some other good songs in there too. I particularly like the ones with extended guitar solos like Grinder. There is something about Judas Priest that just falls a bit short though. While I think they emulate all of the elements that make up classic 80s metal, they aren't particularly strong in any areas. The vocals are good but don't hold up to the likes of Dio (one of the closest band comparisons imo). The guitar riffs throughout most songs are pretty basic and forgettable. The solos are good but they're too few and far between. I feel like Judas Priest never really found an identity beyond the typical metal tropes and that's why their best album here caps out at a 4 for me.

Bearable but not interesting

I wanted to like this one more than I actually did. I enjoyed Franks voice and from the Swing that I've heard in the past I have mostly liked it. But it was a little slow and a few too many love songs for me.

Solid mix of bluegrass and rock it caught me off guard.

You've got some classic hits on this album between Mr. Brightside, Somebody Told Me, and Change Your Mind. But even beyond that this album is solid throughout. I easily listened to this album back to back which to me is a mark of a good album.

27 songs wow it didn't feel like that many. This album is pretty mid. Easy listening for a classic rock style album but at the end of the day, pretty forgettable.

I used to be in love with this album back in middle school. Just pure 80s hard rock. It's a very iconic album and easily ACDC's best. Unfortunately as I got older I fell out of love of their work a bit. I realized how much of it is all sexual innuendos and that weirded me out (something I recognized originally but not fully until adulthood). Plus the songs are not very complex in terms of composition. Regardless, I'm giving this album a 5 because it holds a special place in my heart. Lost of nostalgia tied to this one.

Very trance-like album. Feels like it could be a movie soundtrack as the vocals are minimal. It's not something I would listen to regularly but I can see it being good study/work music to get into the zone

Such a groovy album. I enjoyed this one front to back.

This album is all over the place and I kind of love that. It would be less enjoyable if the instrumentation wasn't so hot. I especially love all of the guitar-focused songs.

I'm not sure what I was expecting out of a "blues explosion" but upon reflection I'd say this fits the description. I thought this album was fun. Some groovy guitar and goofy vocals. Definitely doesn't take itself too seriously. The run time is a little long.

This is music for somebody. But not me. It just about put me to sleep.

I just can't get past my distain for Newman's singing voice

There's a notable lack of traditional music structure to the songs which increases immersion for me. Feels more like a concept album although if I'm being honest I had a hard time making out the lyrics so if there was a story I couldn't follow. I did enjoy the sound of the lead vocals. It gave off folk vibes. The solos on this album are very impressive. All around this album was interesting, enjoyable, and well executed.

Zzzz

Every song on this album feels so familiar. Even the ones I'm certain I've never heard before. It is an easy listen front to back. Chill without being boring. Loved it.

I'm struggling to see what makes this album notable as it seems pretty bland to me. But I guess that's a lot of British pop culture. For me, it's just okay.

Most pop albums feel like they are carried by their hits. This album is no exception as Dancing Queen and Money, Money, Money are easily the standouts. But where most pop albums simultaneously feel like their non-hits are dragging them down, that is not the case here. Without the two aforementioned songs this album is probably a light 4. But it's getting a 5 from me because those hits really hit.

Such an amazing vocal performance by SZA. She conveys so much emotion in her voice. She also has a lot of range. I remember when this album came out listening to it on repeat. She also pulls some huge hip hop features like Travis Scott, Isaiah Rashad, and Kendrick Lamar. Just a great blend of hip hop, RnB, and pop. I think my favorite track is Broken Clocks although the whole thing is good front to back.

Short and sweet. Chill. Kind of forgettable.

This album just didn't grab me. Not that it was bad, I just couldn't really get excited about it. Of course everybody has heard Every Breath You Take but even that song has never felt very significant for me. It's surprising because there are a handful of songs by The Police that I like but I guess none of them are on this project.

A smooth blend of country/folk, jazz, and soft rock. I enjoyed Morrison's vocals and sax

This album is definitely a 60s vibe. I enjoyed it in parts. But the high pitched "woah's" got really old.

Solid relaxing album. Surprisingly, the only song I recognized "I shot the sheriff" felt the most out of place. It was also probably my least favorite song on the album as a whole which I think speaks for the quality of the rest of the songs because I don't really have any issues with that song on its own. The balance just feels really nice. None of the instruments overpower Clapton's soft voice.

I'm torn on how I feel about this album. It's so unique that it's hard not to like it for that alone. Cohen's voice is very powerful, every word he says feels like it has weight. Unfortunately, as a musical number it feels very flat. Especially in the first half. His cadence doesn't really change over the course of the whole album. His "singing" consists of just barely changing the inflection in his voice. It's a weird dichotomy where the lyrical content is very emotional but the delivery of those lyrics is very emotionless. Songs with some extra flare and background vocals like "Traveling Light" helped break up the monotony. I think Cohen just needed some more variety to accent his one-note vocal style.

I understand the appeal but Coldplay is just too slow and soft for me. I like my music to have more energy. With that said, Yellow is definitely the standout track on this album.

I've got a whole lotta love for this album. In the words of Jack Black, sometimes you've just gotta let the Led out

I see the appeal. It's a very elegant and peaceful piece of work. It's a little soft for my tastes but I do think it is well put together.

Rust in Peace has everything I could ask for in a metal album. Face melting solos, kick ass drums, dark themes, high energy, and intense vocals without relying solely on screaming/gurgling. I've known of Megadeth and heard many of their hits but for some reason I never sought out anything beyond that. This album solidified my belief that I need to take a deeper look at their catalog because it is fire.

This album is sweet. It is a very smooth blend of genres. So smooth I really couldn't pin it down if I tried. Michael has a great voice and the production is crisp.

There are some fun moments and there are some really repetitive moments.

This album wasn't bad but it just didn't grab my attention

Good energy on this album. On my first listen I had it on as background music and it kind of missed the mark. On my second listen I turned it up and focused in a little more and it was definitely enjoyable. Feels like an up beat version of the Beatles. My chief complaint holding me back from falling in love with this brand of 60s rock is that it feels a little stale. A little too simple, soft, and monotone.

This album makes me feel like I'm jamming in a South American jungle. I love Santana's vibes. My favorite is the way he's able to project the guitar into the foreground where it almost sounds like it is singing. So much expression in that guitar. The real vocals fall to the background with the rest of the instruments and prop up the guitar as it shines.

Coldplay is notably good at creating a sense of build up or progression through repetitive beats and rhythms. I found this album a lot more enjoyable than the first Coldplay album I got (Parachutes). It is powerful, meaningful, and moving. Not only that though, it is a lot less bland and monotonous.

I loved this album. Fun energy. Makes me want to take another trip to my favorite city, New Orleans. The way the gravely vocals pair with the twangy guitars just syncs up really well.

This definitely an interesting and unique album. Very experimental sound. I'm not a huge fan of it's low energy. But I appreciate Tricky going outside the box here.

Some sweet folk rock. There were a few songs that were a little too slow but that was matches with a few songs that absolutely kicked ass. Overall a solid album.

I thoroughly enjoyed this album from Arctic Monkeys front to back. Somehow I missed the boat on this band. I have heard some of the hits on some old sports games but never explored their catalogue. The vocals are smooth. The pacing is high without being in your face. Loved it.

As a 7 year old boy when this album first came out, it's safe to say I missed the boat on my appreciation for Destiny's Child. But hearing it now as an adult I can see the power and influence that this album brought to all women. I wanted to give this album a 5 as it has a really strong start, powerful messaging, and some great songs throughout. But it does feel like it has just a tad too many filler tracks in the middle.

Good vibes on this album. Kind of a strange twist on psychedelic rock. Feels like there are many other rock elements at play. In fact, each song feels like it could be coming from a different artist with the exception of Que Vida and She comes in Colors feeling similar. There's a lot of variety packed into that 36 minutes. The closing track "Revelation" especially feels like it has more Credence and Clearwater style bayou jazz than anything. I appreciate the length of the album as it was very digestible.

I'm trying to get over Finley's likenesses in sound to Bob Marley. Because it truly just makes me want to cut the album off and listen to Bob Marley instead . The main difference is in the band. Notably less catchy hooks but more genre adventurous.

Every time I get a prog rock album on here I'm reminded that there's a whole genre of cool music that I've yet to explore. This album was awesome

Mildly interesting. To me, this album is unseasoned rock. Sure it has all the elements and I catch myself rocking my head to it in moments. But at the end of the day it's just too bland to be memorable.

Lovely live set. Deep Purple has some face melting guitar solos spicing up some of their classic hits. Normally I'm not a big fan of live albums because of the decrease in audio quality. While I do think this album suffers from that issue, it is still a really solid listen.

Solid start. Got really slow and somber at the end. I liked the groovy bite the most

Not really finding much to get excited about this album. Pretty repetitive choruses. The overall sound is kind of bland. Feels like there are so many rock albums on this list, this one is relatively forgettable by comparison.

Just a man slowly singin with some simple acoustic guitar to set the rhythm. There's something endearing about the simplicity of Cash's music paired with his one of a kind voice. The charm does wear off on me after a few songs though and I grow bored of it.

Struggled to finish. Nothing against Mariah Carey's singing ability. It just doesn't work for me.

I like this genre and don't hate Alice Cooper. But this entire album is just bleh. I don't know what it is but none of it really stands out.

Got to love Hendrix and his unique style. It's simultaneously exciting and relaxing. He is one of the experts at giving personality to his guitar. It feels like the guitar is singing right there with him. There are some lulls in this album why is where it falls just short of a 5 for me.

I'm not really familiar enough with Latin music to be able to distinguish whether this album stands out as good or not comparatively. But I did enjoy it. I don't think it's anything I'd rave about to a friend. But it had good vibes.

Emilylou has a lovely voice. I love the folk feel in her vocal style. I wish there were more folk elements to elevate the project though. The background elements of the music tend to drone on a bit.

Blister in the Sun is a classic song and a strong kick off to the album. I love the punk rock sound here. It makes me think this was probably a major influencer for some of the big 90s punk bands like Green Day and Blink-182. There's a folk type of flavor to it that makes it sound unique. Solid album front to back.

When I heard Son of a Preacher Man I immediately thought of one of my favorite movies, Pulp Fiction, so that was a good start. That song is pretty definitively the strongest track on this album for me but that's not to say the rest was bad. I enjoyed The Windmills of Your Mind and Just a Little Lovin'. I think some of the songs just fell a little flat. However, Dusty's vocal performance was solid throughout the whole project.

I'm not sure why I had categorized Supertramp in my mind as Hair Metal but that's what I was expecting when I turned this album on. But much to my surprise it is more in the Pink Floyd psychedelic classic rock lane. I very much enjoyed this listen. The production value is high. It's sophisticated. It feels unique enough to stand on it's own but not so much that it feels quirky. Definitely piqued my interest in this band and I'll need to look into their work further.

This album is about as interesting as a beige painted wall. "Background noise" is probably a more appropriate term for it than "music".

Springsteen has a unique spin on rock and roll. It feels like it comes from a similar vein as some of the other rock classics from that time like David Bowie. But it's got a particular American aesthetic. Almost like if rock and roll were to cosplay as country, this is what you'd get. It's alright for me. There's some nice guitar riffs and some catchy hooks. I don't particularly love it either.

Pretty forgettable punk rock. Not sure why this album in particular stood out enough to be picked for this list but as a 90s kid who grew up on this stuff, I really don't think it does the genre justice.

Happily surprised with this one. Elegant, solid production, some sweet keyboard, and quality vocals. Just good vibes in general.

I discovered this album a couple years ago and have been in love with it ever since. There's something so visceral about it. It feels like Led Zeppelin with more umph and some wind instruments. The guitar riffs are electric, the choruses are catchy, and the whole album has a consistent aesthetic. I love concept albums like this.

I've only had a small handful of 80s goth bands so far. They have all been new to me and I'm learning that it's a genre I really enjoy. Just edgy enough that it isn't cringey or overwhelming without being bland or boring.

The music itself is full of good vibes. Smooth and relaxing with some good singing. Not a fan of the long breakdowns where Isaac is basically just talking with a simple beat in the background.

This album feels like it is specifically targeted to people with drug addictions to help pull them out of that dark place. While I can thankfully say that I can't relate, I can feel the power of the message nonetheless. Typically I wouldn't enjoy an album this depressing but it is simultaneously peaceful and uplifting.

After how cringey the first Randy Newman album I got was, I expected to hate it. Off the bat with Rednecks I was taken aback. Did the Toy Story guy just say the N word? Yes he did. Repeatedly. Once I realized that it was satire I understood the lengths he was going here to pull this off. I respect the effort. This album feels really personal and authentic to Randy. It's not something I'm going to put on outside of this challenge as it really doesn't strike me as the musical genius that it sometimes gets acclaim for. But it was a lot better than I expected going in.

Don't know what he's saying and don't need to. This is fire. Love the jazzy beats.

Every song on this album is a classic. Hard to give it anything less than a 5. Even though I've heard these songs countless times, they still hit and that's what makes Boston so good.

I love rap but this album is just lame imo. The skits add nothing. Ice-T's flow is choppy as he annunciates each syllable. The lyrical content adds nothing to rap as a whole. It's just more braggadocio and acting hard. The highlight of the whole album is a guitar section on Body Count as it's really the only thing that stands out.

This is my first time listening to Pink Floyd's debut album after hearing Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall (one of my all time favorite albums across all genres) countless times. Due to that bias I was expecting something more cohesive. But it's clear that they started out even more disjointed, dystopian, psychedelic. I had trouble getting into it at first. Maybe because I was looking into it too hard. When I first heard Interstellar Overdrive that's where I really got hooked. It's so spacey and it kind of just helped me zone out and enjoy the album. I listened to it one more time through and enjoyed it a lot more on the second listen. I feel like I can't give this album a true rating without listening to it while tripping but that's not going to happen any time soon. So for now, a 4 it is.

Harsh gritty guitar balancing mixed with a combination of melodic and grungy vocals. This album does a great job of encapsulating teenage angst. Similar to the first Sonic Youth album I got on this project I share the same sentiment that none of these songs really stand out to me. Like there aren't any that I would look up just to put on. But at the same time none of them stand out as obvious skips either. Any of them could come on in a alt/punk rock playlist and I wouldn't bat an eye.

Lots of annoying samples were chosen for this project. Music Makes you Lose Control and Hey You What's that Sound are particularly repetitive. There are some spots that I vibe with though.

You can see the huge Metallica influence in this album. Unfortunately it feels like something is missing. For me that's the shredding guitar solos. There's a decent one at the end of the album but for the most part it's pretty much just thrash. When Metallica does it, the building thrash sets up the solos and that's what makes it great. So for me, while I thought it was alright, it does fall a little flat.

I think with more caffeine and attention I could grow to like this album. Reading the wiki on it, it seems like a strong concept album. But in actuality I just couldn't get into it. Too slow and droning for my tastes.

Such an underrated album. Everyone has heard Seven Nation Army. And for most bands with one-hit wonders like that, you wouldn't expect much from the rest of their catalogue. But the White Stripes hit a home-run with this album for me. It is filled with unique, high energy songs front to back. Jack White's vocal performance reminds me a lot of Robert Plan from Led Zeppelin.

Very enjoyable sound. The cover art is aptly appropriate as it feels less like your stereotypical album and more like an experimental piece of artwork that belongs in the music version of a museum. Which I guess is exactly what this list is. Some songs hit harder than others. Sky Saw might be my favorite.b

Big band jazz infused with a heavy dose of hand drums. The highlights for me are the sax solos and horns.

Kind of long. Some nice singing and work from the band. Something falls just a little flat for me though. Probably would be better live it just doesn't feel as authentic as a lot of soul I've heard so far.

Metal blues. Not a genre I've heard of but I kind of dig it. Not a fan of the fact that they did so many covers though.

Fun and swanky album. They do a good job of keeping each song feels fresh and different.

At first I was feeling this album. Crashing drums plus very harsh vocals creates a violent raging punk rock sound. The guitar playing is even pretty proficient although I'm not a fan of the highly reverberated sound. This album feels like the spiraling of a man society. The scratchy vocals and harsh sounds really are not easy on the ears after 30 minutes or so. Definitely pulling some of my favorite songs from this for my workout playlist though.

Insane beats. Hard hitting flow from Skepta. Weak skits. Average lyrical content.

This is some real demonic depths of hell type shit. Not the vibes I anticipated jamming out to today but, when in Rome, I guess. The drums on this album are absolutely mind boggling. Guitar hits pretty hard too. I'm typically not a fan of screemo just because the vocals get tiresome. I prefer a mix of singing and screaming. Could do without the gurgling. But if you just focus all your attention on the drums and let the vocals fall to the background, this album gets a lot better. I will say, I did not enjoy the band switch up halfway through the album. I felt the first half was a lot stronger on the guitar and just had a more aesthetic, less goofy sound.

This is kind of before alternative rock really found it's footing for me. You can see where the roots came from but there's not really much I enjoy about it. Kind of bland and soft.

Beach surfer vibes mixed with alternative. Not bad but nothing too excit

Very trippy album I dig it. The soft, whimsical vocals are pleasant. The sounds are unique without being unnecessarily complex. I enjoyed the flow of the album from song to song. It really felt like a complete piece of work. Definitely plan on revisiting this one.

Not a country fan but pleasantly surprised. At times it felt cliche but the songwriting stood out to me. Verses weren't complex by any means but they were tight and catchy enough. After reading into Steve Earle's bio it makes me curious to hear more of his folk and rock albums that he released after he broke out of the genre.

Coming off another Todd Rundgren album A Wizard / A True Star two days ago, I was hoping for more out of this album as it has done better than that album by far in listens on Spotify. But it is lacking in character in my opinion. A lot closer to standard soft rock. There were parts I enjoyed but as a whole it came across a little flat.

Alien feel to this album. Wiki says it's not meant to be a concept album but it certainly feels like one. Gives me the same vibes as one of my favorite artists, Tame Impala. Listening to this mentally transports me to an unknown universe like I'm in Meow Wolf or something. Very psychedelic.

This album feels interchangeable to the San Quentin prison album so it's going to get the same rating. Same gimmick. Same simple song structure with lyrics crafted for a specific audience. Cash's charismatic stage presence can really be felt. It's a shame there isn't more variety in sound here because I do really enjoy Cash's voice. I just grow bored of the similarity after a few songs.

Decent background music but this 2 disc album is way too lengthy. I think there's probably an hour and 15 minutes of fat that could have been trimmed off. Because for the moments that I was really digging, there was twice as much time where I was just waiting for it to move on.

Classic

I think if I had received this album early into this generator project it would have been an automatic 1. But it has expanded my tolerance for country. Specifically country from this era. While I couldn't listen to it on a regular basis, it has a charm to it that I can't seem to shake. I especially enjoyed "Wham Bam". Laughed my ass off listening to that one. I'm not sure if this album is meant to be taken seriously or not, but I couldn't take it seriously. And through that lens, it was a fun ride.

This album feels like very stock rock and roll. Nothing about it stands out at bad or distasteful. But nothing about it stands out as unique or interesting either. Very mid for me.

One of those albums that I immediately celebrated seeing show up on the randomizer. Red Hot Chili Peppers are S tier 90s rock. They revolutionized the genre and created a style that couldn't really be copied. My favorite aspect is their heavy use of funky base riffs. Californication is filled with so many classics that have stood the test of time. One could argue that there are a few too many filler tracks making this album lengthier than it needs to be. But honestly, I like the filler tracks too so I'm not even mad about it.

Funky but a little over the top at times

This is a tough one for me to rate. I really did not like this album at first. It's early tracks are borderline headache inducing as it is a lot of noise. Very loud/busy if you set your volume high enough to hear the vocals. But the more I listened to it the more appreciation I grew for it. The songs are very densely layered with various beats. Most of them have thrumming and dripping sounds which creates a very immersive, psychedelic feeling. If you let yourself zone out to this, it really can take you places in your mind space. I listened to this completely sober but I felt high listening to it. I can only imagine what an experience this album would be while tripping.

Kind of feels like a garage band version of Pink Floyd.

Albums like this are exactly why I typically dislike live albums. The audio balancing feels so off. The guitar and vocals get washed out by the drums and everything sounds extra distorted. Production value aside, the rock is decent. Some fun guitar riffs and proficient drums. The vocals are kind of bland to me. I listened to the expanded edition and grew tired of it by the end.

There are a very wide range of EDM sub-genres at this point and I do appreciate some of the originators. I think that for 90s EDM this album is actually well done. It really isn't my favorite style of music though. I'm not one for going clubbling and that feels like the true setting for this type of music. Good execution but not for me.

This is such a a nostalgic album for me. My dad had it on CD so I'd listen to it in the car a ton as a kid. When my dad died we played Let the Good Times Roll along with his photo slideshow at the funeral. This is one of those albums that takes you somewhere. I feel like I'm a high schooler in the 70s listening to it. Just reminds you of a simpler, happier time.

Yeaaaaaaaaa boiiiiiiiiii That ab lib was used ad nauseum. Overall the beats are nothing special. The skits on this album don't add much but at least they aren't too drawn out. It's a mix of crowd work (odd for a non-live album) and brief setups for upcoming songs. Most of the songs are really similar. Standouts for me are Bring the Noise and She Watch Channel Zero for the sick guitar. This album comes in an era of hip-hop where the bar for originality is still set pretty low. Between NWA, Cypress Hill, and Public Enemy would the untrained ear really be able to tell the difference? It's high energy, in your face rhymes with an emphasis on violence and rebellion against white America. I wanted to like it a lot more than I did but I really don't think this album stood up to the test of time.

The only one word I can think of to describe The Only Ones by The Only Ones is forgettable. Not bad. Not great. Just another old punk rock album buried in this list.

The first song really pulled me in. Very dark, artistic vibes on this album. There were some moments where it was a little too slow for me but overall I enjoyed it.

Not a very compelling album from the king of rock in my opinion. The opening track Blue Suede Shoes might be the most memorable and typical Elvis. But even that song starts to feel repetitive by its end. Some of the songs on the back end, I'll Never Let You Go (Little Darlin) and Blue Moon - Take 9/M are really slow and boring. Wanted to like this one more than I did.

Reggae isn't my favorite genre but I do enjoy Bob Marley. This isn't one of my favorite albums from him though. Half the songs didn't really put off the island vibes that I've come to expect from a Marley song and instead are more bluesy. I think some of his later work is a lot more essential.

A very unique blend of genres for a concept album and I dig it.

This feels like one of those albums that gets added because it has a strong single with that single being "Hate To Say I Told You So". The rest of the album is pretty mid. Angsty punk rock with fast progressions.

Probably the best of the 3 or 4 Morrissey albums I've gotten so far. But overall, still pretty bland and forgettable. Just too slow for my tastes.

Never considered myself an Adele fan but this album absolutely slaps. Adele's voice on this record is just so powerful. Love it

I'm sure there's an interesting story being told here but I'm so bored by the sound it's hard to follow without mentally checking out. The most compelling song has to be Teachers as it takes on a darker tone and faster pace.

Sonically this album reminded me a lot of Goldlink just with less edge. There's a lot to like her but not really a lot to love imo. It's a fun album but it isn't very gripping.

Very spacey vibes. I enjoy Bjork's accent. The album as a whole feels very artistic like it could be playing on a loop in a modern abstract art museum. I did get tired of the instrumentation and choppy flow of the singing style after about 4 or 5 songs.

In the words of Michael Scott "BUH DUH BE DUH DUM"

Undeniable alt rock classic. Found myself singing along to the majority of these songs.

Nick Cave has an intoxicating voice. Very fitting for the subject matter of murder. The story telling in these ballads is poetic and gripping. I don't know how many of these I'd like to listen to on their own but as a collection it's immersive and plays well.

Alluring. Enchanting. Is Bjork a siren?

Easy listen. Some classic songs but most of this album is pretty forgettable

Absolutely love this album. I have some very fond memories of listening to this album in my dad's car growing up so it has a special place in my heart. Played Reelin' in the Years at his funeral. Easy 5 star.

This album is such a fun fusion of genres. It doesn't take itself too seriously and I appreciate that. Just chaotic in your face energy. The outro was a waste of 10 mins of my life but honestly I had so much fun with the rest of the album I'm excusing it.

At its best, mildly interesting (League Moon Monkey Mix). At its worst, cringeworthy (I'm Going to Spain) and forgettable. The instrumentation really isn't bad but the vocals are terrible. Next please.

Not much to get excited about

Can't stand Neil Young's voice. That on top of this just being a really slow album, was hard for me to get into.

Some nice guitar moments. Grungy production value kind of hurts the overall quality to me. I like the angst and energy. I wish the hooks were catchier.

Singing is good. Production value is decent. Instrumentation is decent. Pacing is slow. Overall David Gray feels like a lesser version of James Blunt. I think if you're into soft rock this is good enough to garner appreciation. But for me and my tastes, it just doesn't stand out enough to be noteworthy.

Fun British punk album with good energy and some humorous bits. Nothing remarkable here though. Most of the songs sound really similar so I found myself tuning out a lot.

Give Up The Funk is a banger every time and it really surpasses everything else on this album. That's not to say there aren't other fun moments. The instrumentation on this set is crazy. Lots of funky sax grooves, baselines, and all the other sounds that accompany quality funk music. My chief complaint is the amount of times the album comes to a halt for speaking skits. A few skits aren't really a problem for me but it's a bit heavy handed on this one.

Charming but unnecessary for this list. Not really much to say about it. Standard rock sound and ingredients. Most interesting things about this album is probably the cover art.

Never heard of PJ Harvey ahead of this listen and it was a pleasant surprise. This album is a gem. PJ's singing is vibrant and passionate. The band behind her does a great job as well. A nice mix of fast and slow pacing. Reminds me of one of my favorite bands, Paramore.

As a 90s kid this is a very nostalgic album for me. Many big hits that I still enjoy to this day. There's a handful of filler songs that don't quite live up to the big ones. But with songs with high levels of acclaim such as Longview, Welcome to Paradise, and When I Come Around, it's easy to look past the lesser songs. This is the exact genre of alt rock that I vibe with.

This album is quite the journey. From the more standard rock songs to the chanting, to the hypnotic drums at the end. It is not a casual listen by any means. I enjoyed it. Not enough for it to be an every day album that I can just put on but it has its own dark, ritualistic vibe and aesthetic that I can totally get in the mood for.

Decisively just a little better than middle of the road for me. I enjoyed Stewarts raspy vocals at times. Some good passion in there and some smooth folk sounds. But overall something about this band just feels very stock rock. None of it feels very original or ground breaking. 3.5 rounded down to a 3.

I rolled a Nat 1 on the generator today. Not only am I cursed to listen to Bob Dylan wail for an hour and a half, it's a live album so the audio quality/production value is trash. Guitar riffs are simplistic and slow. I think the only positive for me on this set is a handful of mildly interesting harmonica parts. The main issue with these singer/song writer albums is that if you don't like the singer, it doesn't have any other legs to stand on. That's the case for me here.

Really nice production value and instrumentation propping up Gaye's smooth vocals. The religious ties to it are a little strong for me.

As a big fan of hip hop I feel the need to immediately knock Kid Rock for the blatant cultural appropriation. Before there was frat rap for rich white people there was party rap/rock for white trash people brought to you by the Kid. Despite throwing up in my mouth a little bit when I originally saw that I'd be listening to Kid Rock today, there were a few bearable songs on this album. Bawitdaba is actually borderline good. But overall, this album is a turd.

I'm typically not a big fan of Pop music but I have a sweet spot for JT. Obviously Cry Me a River and Rock Your Body are the standouts on this album. There are some other hits too, namely Senorita and Like I Love You. While this album has some big highs, it also has some really skippable songs. The slow R&B love songs are the worst in my book.

Mr Bonvine Joni really understood what it took to make a good classic rock song back in the 80s. Some light synth guitar with one short solo for each hit song. Some grandiose production and vocals. Not every song on this album landed but to have 3 hits that go down as all time classics in one album, that's pretty impressive.

Easy listening for sure. A little too bland for me personally

Buttery smooth jazz. I enjoyed the pacing and the riffing.

Normally slow and depressing are adjectives I would use to describe music I hate. But honestly, this album shines through despite those qualities. The composition was elegant, lyrics were compelling, and even in its slow moments it was relaxing.

Fun, light, swanky. This might be my favorite brand of jazz. It just puts you in a good mood.

I enjoy Fleetwood Mac but this one doesn't feel like their best work. There were a handful of songs on this album that just didn't really resonate with me

Fun disco album. Groove is in the Heart might be my favorite track. Definitely good energy that makes you want to dance.

I dig the Yes album. It's prog rock that feels like classic rock. I mostly love it for the sick guitar.

I've always been pretty indifferent about Jay Z as an artist. I think he did great work to propel the East coast hip hop scene similar to Dr Dre in the West. But like Dre, the people he puts on tend to have better music than his own work. I still like the beats and Jay Z has some good flows. Just a lot of forgettable songs on this album to go along with the hits.

This album was sonically all over the place. Transitions between songs were not smooth. I was indifferent about maybe half of the songs on here. There were some I liked and some not so much.

Enchanting, angelic, and intoxicating

A unique album that I'm struggling to form a strong opinion on. I liked the musical composition. It was elegant. The vibrato singing style I did not like and it overpowered many of the songs. The lyrics felt personal and significant. I don't think it's going to break into any of my personal playlists but I wouldn't go as far as to say I disliked it.

Fun oldies album

Really vibed with this album today

Just an obnoxious clashing of saxophone solos layered on top of each other with no consideration for making the music actually sound good.

For me this album is really measured by the songs not named "Walk This Way" and "Sweet Emotion". Those songs I've heard a million times and they've withstood the test of time enough to keep the album afloat at a 3 minimum. But what about the songs I've never heard? Any gems hidden in there? The answer unfortunately is a big fat no. Big Ten Inch Record is corny as hell. Toys in the Attic and Adams Apple are beyond forgettable.

If The Smiths were a color, they would be Brown. I think this is my 4th Smith/Morrissey and I really don't understand how it garnered that amount of attention considering I'm only a third of the way through the generator. The vocals are flat. Most of the songs are slow. I get that this album is a political statement but I had meat for breakfast and lunch today so I'm not exactly digging the messaging.

The lyricism on this album comes across really desperate to me. I know it's meant to be sweet but it gives off borderline stalker vibes. Anyways, in terms of the actual music, it's not bad. The singing well harmonized. I liked the band too. Overall, good not great.

I listened to the Legacy version of this album. Easiest 2h 15m listen. Love Janis.

Feels like I'm on vacation. Sadly, I'm not.

Whenever I get albums like this, stuff I deem "ambience music", I think about in what context would listening to this make sense. Because while it's not unpleasant, I don't think I'd ever just play this to listen to casually. It reminds me the soundtrack to an indie game I played called Cult of the Lamb. In which, the music was very fitting. I think in a similar vein, a movie/show/game soundtrack context is appropriate. I can also see the argument for this as study music although it's not quite rhythmic enough to tick that box for me. Overall it was interesting but I probably won't ever listen to it again.

Love the word play

This was fantastic background music for a long gaming session today. Checks the two most important boxes for me when it comes to EDM. High energy Not overly repetitive

Fun album. I like the mix of chill and and dance vibes. Just enough creativity to feel more elevated than your standard pop mix.

Classic album. While Kanye really molded the Chicago hip hop sound into what we know today, it was Common who provided the clay. It's a jazzy twist on the 90s New York sound. Where Common's style lacks in flash, he more than makes up in a cool, smooth delivery and buttery beats. I enjoyed how he ends the album with an empowering message to the listener to be their best self.

Something just felt off about this album. There were no melodies. It wasn't very rhythmic. I can't recall a single chorus.

Lovely voice on top of a pleasant piano band. Sarah's heavy handed use of bravado sometimes rides the line between tolerable and annoying so that's a knock for me. But the production quality for an old live album is great.

This album is kind of a 2 hit wonder but to be honest, I enjoyed the whole thing.

90s night club vibes. I wasn't in love with this album but I enjoyed it enough.

Controlled chaos. I love it. I forgot how many good songs are on this album. Of course I remember the big single Psychosocial but Dead Memories and Sulfur came back to me like I listened to them just yesterday. I wouldn't consider myself a big Slipknot fan but this album really is some of their best work. I love the hard gritty nature layered with the some occasional soft vocals. The squealing guitar and relentless drums really set the tone. Getting this album generated in October is just the cherry on top because the memories this album invokes are from my middle school/ high school days going to haunted houses on the weekends. They would blast this stuff while you waited in line and went through the mazes.

Extremely influential rap album featuring some of the greatest of the golden era of hip hop. I've heard it many times and since I have some extra free time today I'm going to watch Straight Outta Compton to complement this listen.

Elegant, chill, good vibes

I spent my entire time listening to this album completely at a loss trying to figure it out. It is very much all over the map. It's in one moment blissful, then funky in the next, then sinister, then depressed, then cheery. At times it feels like there's an unspoken narrative and at time there's a very explicit narrative. But the narratives, said or unsaid, don't seem to match. Is it meant to be a collection of stories or one very winding road telling all the stops of one person's story? I really don't know. I don't know how to put this album into words. All I know is that it is by far one of the most interesting albums I've received on this album generator project. For that I really enjoyed it.

I love the vocals from Matt Bellamy. Muse has this wonderful ability to continually ramp the energy of their songs. Knights of Cydonia is definitely my favorite track. The wicked guitar gets me every time.

On paper I expected to love this album but it didn't quite land for me.

Kind of refreshing hearing an 80s pop album that was completely unrecognizable. I will admit though, I grew tired of it about halfway through. This album just doesn't really hold up to the test of time in my book.

Timeless classic

Something about the composition of these songs is just so clean. So relaxing. So comforting. Feels like your stressors just melt away. I was going to mention that the vibes really reminded me of Santana's work. Come to read the wiki and find out Santana helped work on the album! Makes sense.

Some fun songs. Some boring and repetitive songs. Overall nothing about this album really grabbed my attention.

I totally see the appeal. Unique and charming vocals. Honestly, I can see myself really enjoying this album on a cool night sitting around a campfire. But in reality, I was bored through a good chunk of listening to this. And when I wasn't bored, I was annoyed at the shrilling harmonica.

Something about this album just stuck with me. Surprising because I usually don't go for low energy music like this. Experimental, interesting, and relaxing. I had never heard of Robert Wyatt before and this album definitely makes me want to check out more of his works.

Some fun jams on here. I loved the instrumentation. Interesting mix of genres. I enjoyed the songs that leaned more into the jazz/blues. I'm not a huge fan of the vocals. They feel like they fall in this awkward spot where they don't punch hard enough to sell the blues style but they aren't eloquent enough to sell the folk style. Favorite song was Dreams by the Sea. 3.5 rounded down to a 3

I was going to write a long review of this album. I tried so hard and got so far. But in the end it doesn't even matter.

Boring, long, and depressing

Beautiful voice. Very choppy singing style where she seems to sing against the beat of the songs instead of with it. In some ways it's hypnotic. In some ways it's abrasive.

I love the energy. Found myself mindlessly tapping my fingers or feet to the beats. It really is a berade of sounds though. I think this album didn't age well as there are many more edm projects out there now which have more interesting sounds and compositions. I would say this album best fits in a high tempo exercise class.

Meh

Never would have listened to this without the generator so for that I'm grateful. It's a weird album. Felt like I was sitting around a campfire during a ritual in some indigenous tribe.

I'm not much of an r&b fan to begin with.This album didn't do much to persuade me to change my stance on that unfortunately. It was chill yet boring. I couldn't see any qualities to set it apart from other generic r&b I've heard before.

I was surprised by how familiar most of the tracks on this album were considering I had never heard of the band. Maybe it was just growing up in the 90s these songs made it into soundtracks of shows/movies I watched. Regardless of that,

Short and sweet collection of well crafted jams