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| Album | You | Global | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cupid & Psyche 85 | 5 | 2.38 | +2.62 |
| Logical Progression | 5 | 2.52 | +2.48 |
| Idlewild | 5 | 2.57 | +2.43 |
| Duck Rock | 5 | 2.66 | +2.34 |
| Two Dancers | 5 | 2.75 | +2.25 |
| 69 Love Songs | 5 | 2.84 | +2.16 |
| Apple Venus Volume 1 | 5 | 2.85 | +2.15 |
| Fly Or Die | 5 | 2.86 | +2.14 |
| Giant Steps | 5 | 2.88 | +2.12 |
| Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite | 5 | 2.91 | +2.09 |
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| Album | You | Global | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murder Ballads | 1 | 3.08 | -2.08 |
| Ghosteen | 1 | 2.97 | -1.97 |
| Swordfishtrombones | 1 | 2.95 | -1.95 |
| This Nation’s Saving Grace | 1 | 2.89 | -1.89 |
| Vincebus Eruptum | 1 | 2.8 | -1.8 |
| The United States Of America | 1 | 2.61 | -1.61 |
| Licensed To Ill | 2 | 3.56 | -1.56 |
| The Köln Concert | 2 | 3.39 | -1.39 |
| At Fillmore East | 2 | 3.38 | -1.38 |
| This Year's Model | 2 | 3.33 | -1.33 |
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| Artist | Albums | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Steely Dan | 3 | 4.67 |
| Jimi Hendrix | 3 | 4.67 |
| Johnny Cash | 3 | 4.67 |
| Elliott Smith | 2 | 5 |
| A Tribe Called Quest | 2 | 5 |
| OutKast | 2 | 5 |
| Leonard Cohen | 5 | 4.2 |
| Led Zeppelin | 4 | 4.25 |
| David Bowie | 6 | 4 |
| Prince | 3 | 4.33 |
| Nick Drake | 3 | 4.33 |
| Black Sabbath | 3 | 4.33 |
| Beatles | 5 | 4 |
| Radiohead | 5 | 4 |
Least Favorite Artists
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| Artist | Albums | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds | 4 | 1.75 |
| The Fall | 3 | 2 |
| Tom Waits | 4 | 2.25 |
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| Artist | Albums | Variance |
|---|---|---|
| Pink Floyd | 3 | 1.25 |
5-Star Albums (92)
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The Saints
2/5
Low tier punk-like rock. Just devoid of any life and substance.
4 likes
UB40
3/5
Never been a big reggae fan, so the rating is tainted by that, but it was still pretty good.
1 likes
Screaming Trees
5/5
Never heard of Screaming Trees but glad I know them now. Great grunge/rock sound to their music. Thoroughly enjoyed this one.
1 likes
Hole
4/5
Grungy and brash; I can't really explain my adoration for this style of music, but I really groove with it. Courtney has such a strong voice and intense presence, and even though I didn't vibe with every song, I still enjoyed the ride.
1 likes
1-Star Albums (9)
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Bob Marley & The Wailers
5/5
The Replacements
3/5
With classics such as "Gary's Got a Boner", it's hard to deny the impact that The Replacements had on the punk rock scene. However, while this album had some bops that I could bob to like "I Will Dare", overall I wasn't truly encapsulated by what was there, no matter how fun the overall album is.
Billy Joel
4/5
Billy Joel has always been a favorite of mine; his strong lyricism and jazzy melodies always keep me invested. While this album has some absolute bangers ("Movin' Out (Anthony's Song) is AMAZING), I can't say every song hits like I would like it to. Still fantastic, though.
Stan Getz
5/5
This is some coffee house, late night jazz bullshit, and I'm all for this. Very relaxed, melodic, beautifully composed.
Bob Dylan
4/5
Bob Dylan has always been a beautiful lyricist with incredibly soulful and meaningful songs. This album is no exception and really epitomizes his style. The only issue I have, and this probably goes for most folk albums, is that with just having a guitar, harmonica, and a sultry voice, the songs blend a little too much.
Hole
4/5
Grungy and brash; I can't really explain my adoration for this style of music, but I really groove with it. Courtney has such a strong voice and intense presence, and even though I didn't vibe with every song, I still enjoyed the ride.
De La Soul
5/5
This album is just funky fun. What an absolute joy.
Sufjan Stevens
4/5
I like Carrie & Lowell more, but I understand the acclaim that Illinois gets. Very artistic and unique with fantastic lyricism.
Joy Division
3/5
I'm surprised that I didn't vibe with this album as much as I thought I would. I really enjoy the driving bass and atmospheric tones, but I guess I was just hoping for more energy or something.
The Who
4/5
This being a rock opera, the sum of the whole is better than any one part (except for PINBALL WIZARD, babyyyyy); it makes for an interesting listen, but unfortunately nothing is incredibly memorable. However, it's genuinly a great and unique album.
Steely Dan
5/5
THIS ALBUM FUCKING SLAPS IT'S SO GROOVY AND JAZZY AND FUNKY.
Fiona Apple
4/5
Very percussive and raw, both in sound and substance. Fiona clearly defied any possibility of being chained to any certain artistic expression, fetching the boltcutters to use on her own music.
The Doors
3/5
I'm more of a fan of The Doors' psychedelic sound vs. their blues sound, but this is still quality Doors music. Jim's voice is as prominent as ever and the instrumentation is great. Unfortunately, there just isn't much that really stands out for me.
Meat Loaf
5/5
Meat Loaf’s vocals and presentation are immaculate. This man was made for performing, hot damn.
My Bloody Valentine
4/5
Had no idea what to expect, but was DEFINITELY not expecting a very droning and atmospheric shoegaze album. While I had to check to make sure my audio was working correctly at times due to the bizarre mixing on this album, I still really enjoyed it.
Marilyn Manson
2/5
I enjoyed everything that wasn’t Marilyn Manson. Problem is that this is a Marilyn Manson album, so there is a lot of Marilyn Manson on it. The only standout is The Beautiful People, which ironically enough is a song I really like despite not really liking everything else.
The Stooges
3/5
Nothing mind blowing, but still groovy. We Will Fall felt so out of place, but that makes it fun!
LCD Soundsystem
3/5
Honestly, it was a little boring for my taste. I like my electronic music to be more bombastic and this just wasn’t it. Not to say it’s bad as it was still good, but it didn’t make too big of an impact on me.
B.B. King
4/5
Love this; the way B. B. King can work a crowd is phenomenal, not to mention just how much soul and passion is put into the music. I usually don't like live albums, but in this case the crowd is truly a part of the experience and heightens the impact of King's music. The only reason I don't give this 5 stars is that the album seems to be pieced together from various live performances versus being one performance, and that breaks a bit of the immersion.
The Go-Betweens
4/5
This album was a bop. I really enjoyed the grooves, sounded exactly like an 80s band. And I like that.
Green Day
5/5
This album was full of bangers, I definitely understand why people were obsessed.
Faust
2/5
I understand why this would be an important album, I just don’t really like it. It’s sounds like music that would be included in a bootleg NES game.
The Beau Brummels
3/5
It was good; kind of folksy, a little groovy, decent overall. Nothing great, per say, but not egregious either.
The Zombies
5/5
Loved it; great mix of different sounds. Time of the Season is the obvious standout, but Care of Cell 44 is a jam as well.
Screaming Trees
5/5
Never heard of Screaming Trees but glad I know them now. Great grunge/rock sound to their music. Thoroughly enjoyed this one.
Green Day
4/5
It’s good! I like American Idiot more, but this album is incredibly solid, especially with singles like Basket Case attached to it.
Nine Inch Nails
3/5
Not the biggest industrial fan, but it was still pretty good. At the very least I enjoyed how unique the sound is.
Metallica
3/5
It was an enjoyable album, but only a few songs really stood out and I can’t say I’m the biggest Enter Sandman fan.
Pulp
3/5
Some songs really resonated with me, but many others just didn’t hit. I enjoyed the diversity, but overall I feel like the package was a bit weak.
Sonic Youth
4/5
I still don’t care too much about the lady singer, but the rest of the album is great.
The Strokes
5/5
Simple, fun, catchy, groovy, jammy, sexy, beautiful, extravagant, clean, dirty, global, passionate, friendly, savvy, luscious, gifted, powerful, electric, home-grown, sweet, cool, dashing
Isaac Hayes
3/5
Incredibly smooth and soulful. Isaac Hayes had such a deep, layered voice that flips that sexy switch on immediately. I can’t give this higher than a three though since it was literally four incredibly long songs, but that would lend itself well to making some funky babies.
The Only Ones
3/5
Pretty good overall; I liked the music, definitely had an interesting mix of 70s and 80s sounds, but not the biggest fan of the singer’s nasally singing.
Leonard Cohen
4/5
Soulful, like a more angsty Bob Dylan. Leonard Cohen is going to be contentious, but I enjoyed it a good amount.
The Notorious B.I.G.
3/5
I enjoy Biggie for sure, but to be honest there are so many similar flows on this album that a lot of songs feel a bit repetitive. The singles very much stand out, but even listening to the full album they blend in more than I feel they should. Also, not really trying to listen to Biggie fuck someone or get the sloppiest bj outside of that one lady that showed how to do the grapefruit method on YouTube.
Fishbone
5/5
What a surprise. This album is so good. I wish I had known about Fishbone earlier because this album is such a fantastic combo of funk and rock.
Peter Gabriel
4/5
I’ve always enjoyed Peter Gabriel’s music, so of course I enjoyed this as well. He has a unique voice and good instrumentals that makes for an eclectic combo of songs.
Talking Heads
3/5
Pretty decent, but not a standout album. Hard to say much anything else, I like the Talking Heads.
Simply Red
3/5
Kinda weird, like the Carrot Top of electronic music. It was okay, but can’t say it was amazing in any way. Groovy.
The Chemical Brothers
4/5
Very 90s electronic music, but I def dig the sound. Very nostalgic. Plus it’s just good.
Grateful Dead
2/5
Very jam heavy. Not much substance, either. It was still good background noise, but it didn’t make for a good listening experience.
Run-D.M.C.
3/5
Kidz Bop rap. It’s Tricky and Walk This Way are classics, but a lot of their rapping lacks diversity and isn’t super interesting.
Dion
4/5
Surprisingly I really enjoyed this album. It was so full of soul and character. I thought it was going to be boring and melancholy and it ended up way more extravagant than I could imagine.
The B-52's
3/5
I enjoy B-52’s later stuff a little more; their sound in the first album doesn’t feel as cohesive. That being said, I love how unique they are and always enjoy what they bring to the table. Plus Rock Lobster is a bop.
Dolly Parton
4/5
Never listened to Dolly, but gotta say that I understand the hype. Beautiful music, through and through. Cant give it 5 stars because 4 seemed more appropriate to me.
4/5
Songs were pretty intensely long, but they were still really good. Far less jammy than Grateful Dead, more structured and melodically interesting. Wish it was broken up a little more just so I could focus on the parts I liked the most, but still a good listen.
Spiritualized
4/5
Sounded very Gorillaz-esque to me. Interesting style and cool sounds. Really dug the vibes in this one.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
3/5
The music was beautiful, but I wish it wasn’t purely a capella. I love African instrumentation and I would have loved to have it show up every now and then to break up some of the monotony.
The Clash
3/5
If was better than I anticipated. Still not crazy about it, but it was a fun listen.
The Waterboys
4/5
Loved it! Steeped in Irish influence and full of life. The album was super long and definitely could have benefited from being shorter, though.
William Orbit
2/5
I was enjoying it at the beginning, but then I ended up getting bored with it.
Fiona Apple
4/5
Great album; very soulful and emotional, with catchy instrumentation and Fiona’s sultry voice as the cherry on top.
Massive Attack
4/5
Massive Attack is pretty cool, man.
Led Zeppelin
5/5
Half the album is made up of their best songs and the other half is really good. Not much more to say.
Sonic Youth
4/5
Enjoyed it just as much as the last SY album. Possibly even more.
Snoop Dogg
4/5
Best rap album we’ve had so far. Super cool, super creative; really dug this one.
Stephen Stills
5/5
Diverse and well-crafted with songs that flow from one to the next. Loved it. Helped me pass the time while trying to beat this stupid-ass level in Super Mario Wonder.
David Holmes
3/5
Made for good background noise, but wasn’t too exciting outside of that. Dug some of the funky beats, but was pretty chill overall.
Derek & The Dominos
4/5
Just good stuff. Layla is the obvious standout, but the other songs have a nice flow. Enjoyable experience.
Janelle Monáe
4/5
Absolute jam. It’s a bit too long and falls off in the second half, but still a great listen.
Prince
5/5
Just fantastic, what a great album.
Gang Starr
4/5
Honestly, one of my favorite rap albums so far. Idk why, but this style really gets to me and I really enjoyed it.
Metallica
4/5
Liked it more than the other Metallica album. Hard to piece my thoughts together on this as it’s not my favorite genre, but it was still good.
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
3/5
Quite nice. Not something I would just casually listen to, but I did enjoy it overall.
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
Damn, what a great album. It just all blended so well. Love Hendrix.
Various Artists
4/5
Short and sweet. If I were to listen to a Christmas album, this would be the one. A bunch of classics on here.
The Isley Brothers
4/5
Loved it; funky, soulful, and fun.
Cocteau Twins
4/5
What a bizarre album. And yet, I loved it. Reminded me of Enigma.
The Pretty Things
3/5
It was fine. An interesting mix of Rolling Stones, The Who, and Beatles influences (or maybe just 60s sounds, really). Nothing enthralling, but an okay mix.
Fela Kuti
3/5
Long but good
Ice Cube
3/5
Started strong but lasted too long.
The Divine Comedy
2/5
This guy is so greasy. Like the human equivalent of a floppy Baconator.
U2
3/5
It was pretty good. Nothing groundbreaking for me, but Bono does have a stellar voice.
Blondie
4/5
Great album. Blondie kicks ass.
Led Zeppelin
4/5
Great stuff. I like IV better, but this still has some great songs and a killer first track.
Jean-Michel Jarre
4/5
This rocked, especially Part IV because it was on Pure Moods and that really took me back to my childhood.
Public Enemy
5/5
I ended up absolutely loving this album. Fantastic from start to finish. I figured I would enjoy it, but still a surprise.
Iggy Pop
3/5
Aint nothin to write home about.
Bob Marley & The Wailers
3/5
I feel Exodus was better. This was okay.
Joy Division
3/5
Pretty good. Still can’t get into JD as much as I would like to, unfortunately :(
Paul Simon
5/5
Love me some Paul Simon, fantastic lyricist and musician.
Sepultura
4/5
Good stuff, enjoyed it more than I thought I would. Really enjoyed the Brazilian influences.
Queens of the Stone Age
3/5
Boring! I was excited before I was rudely disrupted with a LACK OF SOUL.
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
I like it more than the last Hendrix album and that album was bangin’.
R.E.M.
4/5
Very unique, with a surprising mix of folk sounds and more classic REM sounds. Really enjoyed this one.
Mudhoney
3/5
Background music for a movie scene where a grunge band is playing in a garage in a sterile Stepford Wives-esque neighborhood.
Soundgarden
4/5
Dragged a little in the beginning, but picked up as the album went on. A definite classic, helped define the 90s with their unique sound and Chris’s strong vocals.
Creedence Clearwater Revival
4/5
Not my favorite CCR album, but when most of their stuff is top tier being lower on the scale doesn’t lower you too much.
The United States Of America
1/5
Can’t believe I’m giving this a 1, but I straight up just don’t see the merits of this album.
Gotan Project
3/5
Pretty groovy, but nothing stellar.
Sarah Vaughan
4/5
Absolutely lovely. This is what a live album should be; an experience unbroken.
Slipknot
4/5
I enjoyed it; it’s Slipknot, so you know what you’re getting into with it, but I’m always surprised at how much I dig it.
Sabu
3/5
It was good, but I didn’t really care for it all that much. Nothing inspiring to me.
Beastie Boys
2/5
Turns out I just can’t get into the Beastie Boys. They’re just not great with bland mixes and pretty garbage lyrics.
Rush
5/5
Peak Rush, absolutely fantastic.
Culture Club
2/5
Started with a banger then fizzled immediately. Some good jams here and there that have a very city pop like sound, but just wasn’t quite there.
Willie Nelson
4/5
Loved it. Reminded me of my father throughout since he would play Georgia on my Mind a lot. This is difficult because I’m definitely stuck between 4 and 5, but at the end of the day I’ll stick with a strong 4.
Red Hot Chili Peppers
4/5
What a bop. My appreciation for RHCP has only grown over time and I’m better for it. These guys know how to jam.
Jane's Addiction
4/5
Good shit for sure. Catchy, energetic, fun. Love me some JA.
4/5
Being such a big Gorillaz fan, I’ve always found it weird that the fandom didn’t naturally transfer to Blur as well, but I’ve never really taken time to fully listen to them. I did quite enjoy the album and hope there’s more on this list (though I’ll probably listen to it on my own as well).
R.E.M.
4/5
While I believe I liked the other REM album a little more, this was still great. I should have given these a listen a long time ago.
Nina Simone
3/5
The significance of albums such as this should not be understated. However, it didn’t vibe with me personally, thus the score.
Elliott Smith
5/5
Loved it. A lot of my friends really enjoy Elliott Smith and I totally understand why. Fantastic lyricist with good melodies to boot.
Buzzcocks
4/5
I actually quite enjoyed this. Some solid early punk, fun ride throughout.
Prince
3/5
It was okay. Definitely like Purple Rain better. While the beats and sounds were super interesting and fun, the album overall just didn’t capture my attention as much.
Lynyrd Skynyrd
4/5
Very nostalgic for me. Also helps that it’s just good music.
Ray Price
3/5
Relaxing, beautiful and simple country music. Doesn’t quite rattle these bones like other music does, but I appreciate it.
MGMT
4/5
Such a fantastic album. MGMT helped shape a lot of the music I enjoy today as well as me as a person. I can’t give it 5 stars because a lot of the non-singles don’t hit as well, but I still thoroughly enjoy this album.
Ravi Shankar
3/5
Great background music; very relaxing and trance-inducing. Not anything that I would listen to casually, but still good.
The Verve
3/5
Look, I like the Verve. But I’m not sure why this album was here. They’re pretty generic-sounding (at least in this album) and didn't bring anything interesting to the table.
Steely Dan
4/5
Definitely not at Can’t Buy a Thrill levels of good, but it’s still Steely Dan which means it’s still really good. I’ll be listening to it again soon to potentially form a second opinion.
Ramones
3/5
The Ramones are really good at making different songs sound the exact same. At least they’re catchy.
Sade
5/5
I loved this album. Beautiful and soulful with some great grooves. Big fan.
The Black Keys
4/5
Good album for sure. Very diverse and full of bluesy, folksy style. Not quite tickling the fancy, thus the rating.
Little Richard
3/5
Little Richard can definitely put on a show.
Television
3/5
Decent! Unfortunately, not memorable enough to warrant a higher score, but still interesting and unique, especially given the time period.
Tom Waits
2/5
Sorry Tom Waits, I just can’t groove with you. Barely a 2.
Rufus Wainwright
4/5
My man Rufus has some pipes. Album was great, definitely need to listen to more.
Sigur Rós
3/5
Very chill and atmospheric. Not really my thing, but still a fun ride.
Nightmares On Wax
3/5
I dont know what this muzak-sounding background noise is, but it made for a relaxing drive. Nothing more to it, though. Maybe I would understand it more if I was smokin.
Everything But The Girl
3/5
Another mid album from the 90s. They’re nice and good backing tracks, but nothing substantial.
The Allman Brothers Band
2/5
I like the Allman Brothers, I really do. But I just didn’t really enjoy this album. Too long winded, even if it sounded nice.
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
AMERICA
Kid Rock
2/5
I’m not down with the ba-wit-da-ba like everyone else, I just can’t stand this guy.
Spiritualized
3/5
Wasn’t as into this album as the last Spiritualized album. The 90s had so many chill beats, I see why Pure Moods was a thing.
Nick Drake
4/5
I actually really enjoyed this album, as simple as it was. Gave me Garden State vibes.
The Rolling Stones
4/5
I would give this a 3.5, but for this I’ll give it a 4 just because it’s quite a diverse album. Early blues-inspired RS is still RS.
Pet Shop Boys
4/5
I liked it! Kind of hard to describe their style, but I dig it.
Black Sabbath
4/5
Classic classic. Super short album, but very important. Good stuff.
Big Star
4/5
I love unexpectedly good albums, always a treat.
Tina Turner
4/5
Tina had such a powerful presence; very soulful and energetic album.
Brian Wilson
4/5
Bizarre to say the least. But good in its own right. Love the Brian Wilson sound.
The White Stripes
5/5
Jack just knows where it’s at.
Frank Ocean
5/5
Fantastic album. I fully understand the hype after listening to this and Blonde.
Crosby, Stills & Nash
4/5
I’m going to keep saying that these albums are good until there’s one that I don’t think is good. That day is not today, though, as this album is good.
The Prodigy
4/5
A bit problematic, but still a bangin album. As far as I can tell the band hasn’t done anything shitty, so I feel better for liking the album.
SZA
4/5
Lovely album, thoroughly enjoyed. I’ll need to listen to more SZA moving forward.
PJ Harvey
3/5
Interesting and unique, but not quite my vibe, honestly.
Duke Ellington
4/5
This is how you do a live album! A bit too long, though.
Creedence Clearwater Revival
5/5
It’s just a great album. Bangers and classic CCR.
George Jones
4/5
It sounds nice, but unfortunately just isn’t for me.
White Denim
4/5
Pretty groovy, for real. Nothing spectacular, but it was just a good album.
Beatles
5/5
I fully understand the Beatles hype, this album was so good.
Brian Eno
3/5
Some of it I liked, some of it was a little slow. I understand how this guy could be such a prolific producer.
The Jam
4/5
I love me a good surprise jam, and The Jam bring the jam.
2/5
I wasn’t crazy about it. It felt watered down and weird, like the B-52s of punk but without the self awareness.
Otis Redding
4/5
Great album! Otis just has this certain sound to him that’s uniquely his.
Jefferson Airplane
4/5
I actually enjoyed it after previously claiming I wasn’t a huge JA fan.
Dire Straits
4/5
Solid album with a huge banger on it. Good overall, I like Dire Straits.
Buena Vista Social Club
3/5
Very relaxed. Not something I would actively listen to normally, but would be very enjoyable in the background.
Slipknot
4/5
Better than the last Slipknot album, and I liked that one a bunch!
Frank Black
4/5
Strange, but to be expected. Good kind of strange, though.
Brian Eno
4/5
What a weird guy.
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
It was pretty good. Weirdly more boring than I thought it would be, especially with Dancing in the Dark being on there.
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades
4/5
Very groovy, surprised I enjoyed it as much as I did.
Solange
4/5
Great album with a lot of passion strewn through. Fantastic!
King Crimson
3/5
As I said in Discord, too much prog, not enough rock.
Bonnie "Prince" Billy
4/5
I actually kind of enjoyed this. Mild Sufjan vibes.
Lupe Fiasco
4/5
Ya know, this was a good album.
The Pharcyde
3/5
Interesting to be sure. Not my favorite in recent memory, but a cool romp.
Neil Young
3/5
Never been a huge Neil fan. Nothing against him; I like the music and everything. Maybe it’s his voice? Very unique, it is.
The Go-Go's
3/5
It was fun, but nothing amazing. Go-Go's will always be super catchy.
Blue Cheer
1/5
Hollow and uninspired
Sex Pistols
4/5
I liked it! This is the punk that I expect: energy and attitude.
Taylor Swift
4/5
Conflicted on this. Genuinely a great album, but some of the lyrics are a bit bare, so that knocks it down for me.
Tom Waits
1/5
I hate Tom Waits.
Cheap Trick
4/5
Great live album, great performance, plus the beat version of I Want You to Want Me.
Harry Nilsson
4/5
I thought it was fun and interesting! Ahead of its time in a way.
The Icarus Line
3/5
It was okay; nothing stellar. Good listen, but got bored near the end.
Common
4/5
Very chill, great flows. A little dated in some elements, but great overall.
The White Stripes
4/5
As I get older I appreciate the White Stripes more and more.
Sonic Youth
4/5
Probably a 3.5; enjoyable but nothing stellar. Good listen.
Neil Young
3/5
More Neil. Good songs, but still not my jam.
Beatles
4/5
Not the most popular of their work, but still good.
Fleetwood Mac
5/5
Words cannot describe how good this album is.
The Youngbloods
3/5
Kinda good, kinda corny. Very mixed, so gets a 3.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
1/5
The world would be a better place without this album in it.
Sister Sledge
5/5
Just so great, I loved it. Nile really gets me going.
Tom Waits
2/5
This was the best Tom Waits album so far, which isn’t saying much.
John Prine
5/5
Super weird, seems like it wouldn’t be my jam. And yet, this album is just fantastic.
Bob Dylan
4/5
Good, classic BD. Not much else to say. Great lyricist, great music, okay singer.
Jorge Ben Jor
5/5
This album was super groovy, I thought it was fantastic.
UB40
3/5
Never been a big reggae fan, so the rating is tainted by that, but it was still pretty good.
Silver Jews
3/5
Nothing spectacular, but still pretty good. 3 star territory.
Amy Winehouse
4/5
A little dated, but still fantastic.
A Tribe Called Quest
5/5
Absolutely fantastic. Great grooves, lyrically diverse.
Aimee Mann
4/5
I love it when an album turns out to be a banger. Really enjoyed this one.
Beastie Boys
4/5
This album was WAY better than License to Ill. Thoroughly enjoyed this one.
Foo Fighters
4/5
foo FIGHTERS
Leonard Cohen
4/5
Cohen’s voice is so bizarre matched with some of these tracks. I love it, what a rollercoaster of thoughts.
Bert Jansch
2/5
The instrumental near the end was great! The rest was BORING.
Johnny Cash
5/5
Never listened to this, but very glad I did. It’s hard for me not to give this a 5, it was just that compelling.
Judas Priest
3/5
To me it was fine. Fun to break the law, but everything else didn’t really grab my attention. No hate to JP, though, it was still good.
Bad Brains
3/5
Nothing about this album really captured my attention, unfortunately. It wasn’t bad at all, just okay.
Morrissey
2/5
The first song was pretty dumb and the rest didn’t spark joy. Lower than meh for me.
Stevie Wonder
4/5
This feels like an album that everyone should know about. Classic Stevie just oozing with personality. If it was condensed (which I’m sure there’s a version) then it would be a 5. But with a few songs that didn’t quite hit, bouncing it back to a 4.
Astor Piazzolla
3/5
Really like the vibraphone and orchestral sounds, but not for my casual listening.
Eagles
4/5
A classic for a reason. Also very nostalgic to me with my father being a big fan.
Amy Winehouse
4/5
Quintessential Amy, through and through. Such an incredible singer, so unique.
Leonard Cohen
5/5
God I love Leonard Cohen. I’ve been giving these 4’s, but honestly I keep thinking about it so it’s probs in 5 territory at this point.
Peter Tosh
3/5
It was stereotypical reggae. Can’t say it was good or bad, it just was.
Travis
4/5
A bit ahead of its time in a way. Sounded like mid-2000s indie. I enjoyed it, it’s my jam.
Beck
4/5
I have so much respect for Beck. Very creative and unique, just grinding it out. Fun album Odelay turned out to be.
David Bowie
4/5
Wouldn’t say it was the best, but Bowie is gonna Bowie, and you want him to Bowie.
Björk
4/5
I have to give so much credit to this album just because it’s so unique. Not a bad listen, either, what a fun surprise.
The Killers
5/5
It’s just a good, classic millennial album. Fantastic jams and overall great listen.
Prefab Sprout
5/5
I really enjoyed this album. Like soft indie or something like that.
Gary Numan
2/5
Not even Cars could save it from being baby’s first album.
Jacques Brel
3/5
It was okay. Not quite my jam, but still fine.
Johnny Cash
4/5
It was really good! I have such an appreciation for Mr. Cash now. Simple and effective.
MC Solaar
5/5
I really enjoyed this album. It was surprisingly super funky and catchy. I would jam this again, 100%.
Madonna
4/5
Surprisingly creative. I have to hand it to Madonna, that was a wild ride.
Rage Against The Machine
4/5
I hope I get to rally around the Bradley really soon. Great album, loved it.
Bob Marley & The Wailers
4/5
It was pretty good. Reggae still doesn’t resonate with me not matter how many times it pops up on this list.
Carpenters
4/5
Whimsical, a little melancholy. Overall a great album.
The Who
4/5
The Who will always be close to my heart, so of course I enjoyed it.
Michael Jackson
5/5
A BOP. Even better than I was expecting. I just GET IT.
The Kinks
3/5
It’sssssssss okay. Iiiiiiiii don’t really care about it. But it’s notttttttt bad.
Frank Sinatra
4/5
Consider me seduced.
Adele
4/5
Solid first half but not as strong second half. Still incredibly good; I mean, it’s Adele, she’s brilliant.
Can
2/5
Gave my thoughts in Discord, but basically it was too long, too experimental, and just not good.
The Who
4/5
I’ve gained more appreciation for live albums, this being no exception. It was so energetic and fun.
TV On The Radio
3/5
Disappointed that I didn’t like it more. It just wasn’t super interesting; not bad, but not great.
The Cure
4/5
Chilly, dreary, melancholy. Classic Cure, love it.
Fats Domino
4/5
Incredibly short, which was a pleasant surprise. I love 50s rock, reminds me of taking band in high school. Good stuff.
Roxy Music
4/5
Quite radical, honestly. Hair metal mixed with classic rock. Really good!
Fugees
5/5
Damn, what a fantastic album. An experience, for sure.
Missy Elliott
4/5
It was quite good; not exactly my cup of tea, but it sure was funky throughout.
The Pogues
3/5
Definitely a unique band and album. Lots of respect for these folks. Not quite my vibe, but still a good time.
Scritti Politti
5/5
This is the bullshit that I like.
The Smiths
4/5
It was the Smiths, so at least a 4 from me. It’s that melancholy sad boy shit that I like.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
3/5
Sounded SO similar to the White Stripes at the beginning and didn’t really feel like they came into their own until the last two songs. Still really good, of course.
Suede
3/5
Nothing really stood out and the singer was a little too grindy for me.
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
4/5
Tom could rock, straight up. Great album, especially American Girl, that’s a definite favorite of mine.
Gene Clark
3/5
Very conflicted. It was good, but not memorable. Right in the middle of 3 and 4, but I’ll keep it closer to 3 this time.
2/5
I, uh, didn’t quite get it.
Madonna
4/5
Very different! Distinctly late 90s. Quite enjoyable for sure, great way to help unwind.
Elliott Smith
5/5
I can’t help but love our resident sad boy. He’s just so poetic and angsty, speaking to my teenage heart.
Magazine
4/5
Surprisingly diverse. I was really digging this album, very groovy and a little ethereal with some rockin riffs.
The Verve
3/5
The music was good, but fifth graders are more lyrically complex than this was.
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
I like Bruce. I don’t love Bruce, but I like Bruce.
Kate Bush
5/5
The album was so bizarre but in a very structured way. Absolutely fantastic.
Aretha Franklin
5/5
Beautiful. Aretha’s voice was so POWERFUL. Fantastic throughout.
Robert Wyatt
3/5
Super mixed on this album. I’m thinking 3 purely on how weird and creative it is, but also how off-putting.
The Doors
3/5
Not a huge fan of the Doors still, but I liked this one more than the last Doors album.
OutKast
5/5
Fantastic. Diverse, groovy, interesting, etc. Absolutely banger album.
The Temptations
4/5
Different than what I expected regarding what I generally think of when it comes to The Temptations, but of course it was still bangin.
AC/DC
3/5
Embarrassed that I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. Just solid classic rock. That last song was so fucking uncomfortable, though.
The Stranglers
3/5
No Golden Brown, no good. It was a decent album; nothing extraordinary, but a solid listen.
Jane's Addiction
4/5
Wasn’t as good as the last JA album, but still a fun romp.
ZZ Top
4/5
The most standard, cookie cutter classic rock. Great fun; lots of sweet licks and groovy sounds.
Jimi Hendrix
4/5
Gets a 4 due to some staple singles, but I’m a little burnt out on Hendrix. Some of the lesser known songs are a bit jammy and melodically uninteresting which is a shame.
The Beach Boys
3/5
Pretty fun. Nothing extraordinary, but catchy and cute.
The Blue Nile
4/5
Conflicted. It was quite somber and ethereal, so a very melancholy listen. I think it’s 4 territory though as it was quite good.
Arctic Monkeys
4/5
It has Mardy Bum on it, so already I’m a fan. Didn’t quite hit the highs I was hoping for, but still a fun listen.
Keith Jarrett
2/5
These always so difficult as I understand the talent behind it but I just don’t care for it.
The Boo Radleys
5/5
I think I have to give this a 5 just from the sheer diversity and unique sounds on display. I loved it.
Venom
3/5
This album did not help during the Satanic Panic, that’s for sure. Still pretty good, sounded like Metallica in a lot of ways.
The Offspring
4/5
It sure was the Offspring. Enjoyable and energetic, just a fun listen.
LTJ Bukem
5/5
SO LONG. But I love some drum and bass, so vibes throughout.
Simon & Garfunkel
4/5
It was just so pleasant.
The Mamas & The Papas
4/5
Can’t go wrong with the M’s and P’s. Solid classics.
Gang Of Four
4/5
Good stuff. Really solid songs throughout. I can see how they were a big influence, bringing something different to the table.
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
3/5
I enjoyed it, but who is this really for?
Marty Robbins
3/5
COWBOYS
R.E.M.
4/5
I know that R.E.M. isn’t a goofy band, but I always associate them as such a bit. This album is definitely a departure from that persona.
Black Flag
3/5
My brain was only partially damaged listening to it. It was alright, serviceable enough punk.
Grant Lee Buffalo
4/5
I thought it was really good. With a name like Grant Lee Buffalo I was expecting something less appealing, but it ended up being a jam.
Dusty Springfield
4/5
A classic. Glad I was able to listen to it even if it’s not quite my cup of tea.
Throbbing Gristle
1/5
This album is abysmal. I’m sad I’m the only one doing this right now since I have no one to complain to about this.
The Crusaders
4/5
Was not expecting super-up Weather Channel funky jazz, but I was really digging it. It was just so groovy.
Kraftwerk
3/5
Not 100% my thing, but surprisingly enjoyable.
Deep Purple
4/5
Deep Purple has been drowned in the Smoke on the Water image, not painting the full picture of what they truly are: metal as fuck.
Sonic Youth
4/5
Darker than the other SY albums we’ve listened to. Made for a good listen, I enjoyed it.
The Undertones
4/5
Quite fun, sounded like the Ramones or the Strokes.
Hugh Masekela
4/5
Relaxing, cool, inspired. Just a good listen; the songs were emotionally and rhythmically diverse and was easy background music for any situation.
Ramblin' Jack Elliott
4/5
Great folk music. Reminded me of when I was in high school learning about this stuff during band class. Always something endearing about it.
Astrud Gilberto
4/5
Very pleasant and fun. Like a warm breeze.
The Soft Boys
3/5
White bread music. Completely inoffensive listening-wise.
The Smashing Pumpkins
4/5
Smashing Pumpkins deserve more praise, they’re fantastic. Diverse and expressive.
Count Basie & His Orchestra
4/5
Loved it. Fantastic grouping of jazzy beats.
808 State
3/5
Weirdly relaxing, very aligned with the decade change. Enjoyable.
Stevie Wonder
5/5
Loved it. Oozes with style and emotion. I give my highest of regards.
Peter Gabriel
3/5
All over the place. Old Genesis vibes mixed with a more pop-oriented sound. I definitely appreciated the work here, but it didn’t fully click.
Germs
2/5
Didn’t hit. Too messy and samey.
Weather Report
4/5
Fantastic listen. Goes hard and unashamed.
Queen
5/5
A masterpiece. Insane talent with fantastic songs. Loved it!
Nick Drake
5/5
Big Nick Drake stan I just can’t help it.
3/5
Definitely poignant. Not my favorite, but the commentary was good and the music was solid overall.
Talking Heads
4/5
I appreciate this album a lot. Incredibly interesting in its diversity of sound and style. Thought it was great!
Bob Dylan
4/5
Dylan gonna Dylan. Good stuff as always. A little more groovy than other albums on this list so far, which I like.
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
3/5
Experimental classical is probably the best way to describe this? It was fun, but ultimately not something I would actively come back to.
Bill Evans Trio
5/5
Marvelous. Just fantastic jazz. Loved it. No notes.
Solomon Burke
4/5
Pure rock and soul, baby. Putting tons of emotion into the music, you can feel it throughout.
The 13th Floor Elevators
3/5
*aggressive howler monkey noises*
The Mars Volta
4/5
Really enjoyed this one! Major angsty vibes, lots of overlap with the MCR crowd.
ABBA
5/5
A masterpiece; a blessing to this world.
5/5
Just a banger of an album. Bunch of classics and a cohesive package overall.
Elvis Costello
4/5
Fun album for sure. I’ve always enjoyed what I’ve listened to of Elvis Costello, so I figured it would resonate with me.
Koffi Olomide
3/5
Very groovy and very diverse. Really enjoyed it, even if it isn’t my cup of tea completely.
Beatles
5/5
It’s Abbey Road, there’s not much more to say. Strange, diverse, catchy; the whole package. A trip to be sure.
3/5
Classic PJ Harvey. Still don’t know my thoughts on her, it was pretty okay.
PJ Harvey
4/5
Same PJ but with a new coat of paint. I actually like this sound a little more than her 90s sound, really enjoyed this one.
Steely Dan
5/5
Truly a masterpiece. One of the best albums ever created, oozing with style and sound.
American Music Club
4/5
Reminds me of groups like American Football or Pinegrove. Really liked it, though wish it was on Spotify, haha.
Dennis Wilson
3/5
I like disc 2 more than disc 1. Still pretty good, though not outstanding like I would hope it would be.
Louis Prima
5/5
An absolute delight. I love Louis’s unique voice and charisma. So charming!
Kate Bush
4/5
Absolutely bizarre, but in the best way. Love albums like this just due to how different the sound is while still feeling like the decade they’re from.
Cat Stevens
5/5
I had no expectations and I wish I did so that they could be exceeded.
The Bees
3/5
Pretty groovy, but didn’t fully capture my attention.
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
Still not a Bruce guy, though Born to Run is a banger.
4/5
So U2. Very cool.
John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
3/5
I’m more interested in the history of the band than the band itself. Still very good, but didn’t have major punch.
Fleetwood Mac
3/5
Disappointing, honestly. Having to follow up your absolutely amazing previous album is difficult for sure, but I still expected more. Many of the sings felt hollow and passion-less, like they didn’t even want to try. Still Fleetwood, so the music is still good, but the lack of heart really showed itself to me.
Leonard Cohen
5/5
Earlier Leonard with a less growly voice. Will fantastic, I’ve really grown to love LC.
Big Brother & The Holding Company
4/5
Great music with an obviously STELLAR lead. Fantastic overall.
Bon Jovi
4/5
They had three of their biggest hits on one album, good for them.
Beatles
3/5
Not my favorite Beatles record, but really enjoyed how experimental it was.
Johnny Cash
5/5
Almost nothing beats Johnny Cash live, he just has SO much rizz it’s insane.
Patti Smith
2/5
Maybe I didn’t give it a fair enough shake, but I really just didn’t enjoy this album.
Radiohead
4/5
I like my 90s sad boys.
Wu-Tang Clan
3/5
Incredibly conflicted on this one. Definitely enjoyed it, though not sure I would put it above dime of the other rap albums that have been on the list. I like the production on these; they have a homemade, crunchy mix to them, giving them a feel that most other genres couldn’t get away with. Obviously, the subject matter is personal as well and adds to the experience. This is probably an album that has to grow a little bit more with me.
Norah Jones
3/5
I thought I would enjoy it more, but it was a little too contemporary for me.
The Incredible String Band
1/5
More power to the people that enjoy this, but I am not one of those people.
The Smashing Pumpkins
4/5
Still Smashing Pumpkins, still good. Mellon Collie is better imo, but there are some great songs here as well.
Shuggie Otis
5/5
I went in not expecting too much and came out feeling like I experienced something.
Frank Zappa
3/5
Gotta give it credit for how different it is, but I wouldn’t just casually listen to it.
Ghostface Killah
4/5
Slow burner, but really picked up as the album went on. Loved the skits, great flows, sick beats. Overall great.
4/5
Certified jam, funky as hell. Really enjoyed this one, so diverse and interesting.
Tears For Fears
5/5
Major bias because my favorite song of all time is on this album. Don’t care, it’s a masterpiece.
James Brown
4/5
Oozing soul. Absolutely energetic performance by Mr. Brown.
Coldplay
4/5
Classic indie-darling era for Coldplay. It’s good! Like softer Radiohead in a way. Not sure of people would agree to that comparison but that’s all I can think of right now.
Elis Regina
4/5
Brazilian citypop, what an absolute delight. Fun and nostalgic. Not every song hit, but it was a good package overall.
Bob Dylan
2/5
Maybe a hot take, but this album is so boring and just doesn’t sound good. It’s not interesting and that’s incredibly disappointing.
Malcolm McLaren
5/5
Due to how absolutely wild this album is, I’m giving it the crown. It Is just SO interesting, so fun, an absolute joy.
Bob Dylan
3/5
Idk why, but my appreciation of Dylan has dropped a bit. Still a good album and way better than Time Out of Mind.
Echo And The Bunnymen
4/5
Classic ‘80s jams, great background music. Sets a good atmosphere, kind of eerie and angsty.
Mudhoney
3/5
I like this album better than Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge, but it’s still not incredibly interesting.
Kanye West
5/5
Good actual god, what ever happened to this Kanye?
Lambchop
3/5
It was pretty good. The singer’s voice sounded uncomfortably strained at times and it wasn’t exactly my cup of tea overall, but still good.
Basement Jaxx
4/5
Solid, funky house music. A jam to me.
5/5
I went into this with zero expectations and left feeling like I truly experienced something.
Led Zeppelin
4/5
More diverse than I thought it would be. It’s classic LZ through and through, you know what you’re getting and that’s some solid jams, but songs like Black Mountain Side add a layer of complexity that help make the band so great.
Carole King
4/5
Absolutely lovely and really catchy. A lot of bangers too, just solid all around.
Radiohead
4/5
Probably my favorite Radiohead album at this time. Sounds fantastic and dripping with emotion.
Van Halen
4/5
They sure as hell put on a show. More like a 3.5, but I’ll round to 4.
Talking Heads
3/5
It was pretty good. Still had a little 70s sheen to it, but felt ahead of its time.
Skepta
3/5
Not really vibing with this one. It’s okay, but just not my thing.
Richard Thompson
3/5
Chill folk music, really enjoyable. Not the best, but really pleasant.
The Pogues
3/5
Some of these songs do NOT work well with the singer’s voice. The rest are fine, but not my fave.
Cypress Hill
4/5
Made for a great driving album. Classic hip hop, though I wish the beats were a little more varied.
Holger Czukay
3/5
The songs were quite long, but I also didn’t hate it? I actually liked it a decent amount, a bit quirky and groovy.
Miles Davis
3/5
Quite lovely, though two incredibly long songs is pushing it for being called an album.
The Coral
3/5
It’sssssssssssss fine.
Meat Puppets
4/5
VERY surprised by the diversity in this album. I really enjoyed it and can see how they could be an influence for a lot of other bands.
The Temptations
4/5
Just some good AF music.
Joan Armatrading
4/5
Fun and groovy album; liked!
10cc
4/5
So close to a 5, this album was so weird and funky and catchy. Not feeling a true 5, but it’s so close.
David Bowie
4/5
Fantastic album. I can’t give it a 5, but I give it a very high 4.
Funkadelic
5/5
Funky as hell, such a fantastic experience. It just had such a good flow to it.
Ms. Dynamite
3/5
Didn’t vibe with it a ton, but overall it’s pretty solid.
Randy Newman
3/5
Rednecks was a…surprise to be sure. The album is interesting in that it sounds really good but the subject matter is treading a fine line. Hits close to home considering I know the Good Old Boys-type folks. Just not sure what to put.
The Band
3/5
Nothing resonates with me quite like The Weight, but it was still quite pleasant.
Jack White
4/5
Almost forgot to rate this one! Love Jack, so I enjoyed this.
David Bowie
5/5
Quintessential David Bowie. Fantastic.
John Grant
4/5
Surprising good, didn’t expect it. Why is this the second album recently with a white side spouting the n-word?
Talking Heads
3/5
Bot as fun as their first album, this one was a little more experimental. Bit bad at all, just not for me.
John Coltrane
4/5
Not everyone’s thing I can imagine, but definitely mine. Beautiful, loved it.
New Order
4/5
Really good background music, really enjoyed listening to it.
Neil Young
3/5
I really just fine Neil’s voice so grating. I fee like I can’t honestly give this a 2 even if I hate his voice.
Herbie Hancock
4/5
Funky as hell. Usually a little hesitant about albums with 4 songs, but really liked this one.
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
3/5
It was Elvis Costello 👍
Jimmy Smith
4/5
You know, this was good as hell.
Led Zeppelin
4/5
I need to give this one another listen, it was just a good album. Very creative and emotionally intense, a classic understandably.
Paul McCartney and Wings
4/5
Paul bringing his A-game along with the rest of the group. Lots of inventive ideas flowing here. Solid listen.
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
4/5
There’s something so pleasant about this album, it was so simple and cheerful.
Coldcut
4/5
Funky! I love this stuff, thought this one was really fun.
Björk
4/5
Very weird, but in a way I really appreciate.
Al Green
5/5
Absolutely fantastic. I think I just have to give it a 5.
Wild Beasts
5/5
I love albums like this. Really sets a mood and makes for such a good listening experience.
Aretha Franklin
4/5
There’s a reason she’s the Queen of Soul.
Saint Etienne
5/5
What a surprise! It was so good! This album is awesome!
Lauryn Hill
5/5
I mean, does it deserve anything less?
The Libertines
3/5
Not offensive, maybe to a fault.
Frank Sinatra
4/5
Such a wonderfully relaxing bossa nova album from the man himself. Helps that I listened to it on a dark and rainy drive.
Deep Purple
4/5
I’ve really grown to enjoy Deep Purple far more than I thought I could. Smoke on the Water really doesn’t begin to capture what they’re about.
Ray Charles
5/5
Fantastic; absolutely beautiful.
Radiohead
3/5
A little too experimental for me. Didn’t feel as cohesive as their other stuff.
The Velvet Underground
2/5
This just ain’t for me, dawg.
The Saints
2/5
Low tier punk-like rock. Just devoid of any life and substance.
Miles Davis
4/5
This shit absolutely slapped, Miles just GOES for it.
Miriam Makeba
4/5
Honestly, this was just incredibly pleasant. Beautiful and comforting.
Love
4/5
Slap a “guaranteed banger” sticker on the front of this album
Jane Weaver
3/5
Good album, but nothing really stood out, sadly.
Neil Young
4/5
I…actually liked a Neil Young album?
A Tribe Called Quest
5/5
Has to be close to a top ten album now for me. Cannot describe.
Peter Frampton
4/5
Better then the last Frampton album on here, enjoyable for sure.
Black Sabbath
4/5
Damn, this is an absolute banger??? Surprisingly amount of diversity for Sabbath, really liked it.
Blood, Sweat & Tears
4/5
Really good! Took me on a journey!
Supergrass
4/5
Only knowing Alright I was going into this with an idea of what it could be like, but I was definitely wrong. Great album.
Tori Amos
4/5
Definitely sounds like a 90s record and definitely dig it.
David Gray
4/5
Damn, great run of albums. This one was so groovy and ethereal, really got me in the 90s mood.
Antony and the Johnsons
4/5
So much emotion poured into this album. Musically beautiful and moving. Quite lovely.
Iron Maiden
4/5
Quintessential Iron Maiden with some top bangers. Just solid classic rock, love a good listen.
Pink Floyd
4/5
Very much an album listen; it’s just so nicely tied up into a cohesive package. Grew up around this music, so there’s some bias, but I still won’t give it a 5.
Ice T
4/5
Hype as hell, but it’s a bit too long and there are some weak points. Wish it was a bit more tight.
Django Django
4/5
Hmm, not sure exactly, but I think I dig this. It’s low 4 territory, but it’s a 4 still.
Cocteau Twins
4/5
This album was stellar, big fan for sure.
The Dictators
3/5
Lyrically a bit dated, but I like it musically!
The Electric Prunes
3/5
Totally fine and serviceable. Vanilla.
Brian Eno
3/5
I understand how this could be influential, but this is not some easy listening. I’m going to lean higher than I feel most would, but it’s not for everyone.
Dexys Midnight Runners
4/5
Convinced that DMR should not have been a one hit wonder.
Jamiroquai
5/5
Truly an inspiration when it comes to funk. Masterpiece.
Emmylou Harris
3/5
Not a fan, but I feel that I cannot give this lower than a three.
Alice Cooper
3/5
The last two songs of the album were the most interesting, to be honest. It was pretty good overall, but not stellar.
Donald Fagen
5/5
It’s basically another Steely Dan album, which is all I could ask for.
Beatles
3/5
Some bangers but a lot of duds…just not it, imo.
Baaba Maal
4/5
Honestly really pleasant. Had this dense atmosphere but felt enlightening.
Pearl Jam
5/5
I really enjoyed this album. I can’t give it anything but a 5, it was just great.
Belle & Sebastian
4/5
Quite lovely. Love Belle & Sebastian, though nothing stood out quite like their singles that I’m so fond of.
Afrika Bambaataa
4/5
Funky AF, I love the older groove that this puts out. I can see this not being to everyone’s taste, but I’m a fan.
Pink Floyd
5/5
It’s a masterpiece, through and through. Sounds and feels out of time.
Super Furry Animals
3/5
I liked the album, but I can’t give it higher than a 3 since nothing really stood out.
Sisters Of Mercy
3/5
It was alright, pretty decent. Enjoyable, but not incredibly dynamic.
Pulp
4/5
Enjoyed it quite a bit, gotta give it a low 4.
Christina Aguilera
4/5
Steeping in black culture, this honestly is a really good album. So much jazz, R&B, blues, gospel influence. Plus Christina has a really strong voice which goes so well with these sounds.
Alanis Morissette
4/5
Peak Alanis. It’s not my vibe for the most part, but I also really appreciate it for what it is, so it gets a 4 from me.
Mj Cole
3/5
Perfect background music. Incredibly helpful for focusing.
Can
3/5
I zoned out listening to this. 3/5.
Crowded House
4/5
Never really listened to a lot of Crowded House, but really enjoy what I’ve been hearing.
Stevie Wonder
4/5
Stevie always killin it, even if it doesn’t quite reach the normal peaks.
Portishead
2/5
This album is frustrating. There’s some decent music surrounded by the most annoying noise imaginable.
The Cure
3/5
Falls into solid 3 territory. Nothing exciting, but a decent listen.
Emmylou Harris
4/5
Beautiful classic country, reminds me of home.
Portishead
4/5
This Portishead album was way better than the other one. This was actually enjoyable!
4/5
Kinda a vibe, real funky. Dancing music, for sure. Big fan!
The Smiths
3/5
Maybe I just don’t like the Smiths nearly as much as I thought.
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
3/5
Pretty decent, though why does Neil Young have to sing on this, I STILL don’t like his voice.
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
4/5
I enjoyed Tarkus! Kind of funky and heavily weighted toward the title track, but still interesting.
Tom Waits
4/5
Thought I hated Tom Waits, but got proved completely wrong.
Le Tigre
4/5
This album was like a crunchy peanut butter.
Massive Attack
4/5
Not what I was expecting from a group called Massive Attack, that’s for sure.
Gillian Welch
4/5
Reminded me of home, quite lovely. I thought the last song was gonna last forever.
Alice In Chains
3/5
A little disappointing, to be honest. Not as diverse as I’d like.
Hot Chip
4/5
I love Hot Chip, even if this wasn’t one of their most bangin albums.
The Gun Club
3/5
Kind of interesting punk, but only kind of.
Happy Mondays
3/5
More good than bad, but not the vibe right now, I guess.
The Fall
2/5
The music is decent, but the singer sounds like a drunk uncle.
Sparks
4/5
Feels like a hidden gem of sorts. Sparks not getting their due.
The Style Council
4/5
You know, I’m giving it points on diversity and groove alone.
Country Joe & The Fish
3/5
Falls into unexciting but good territory.
Caetano Veloso
3/5
Not my cup of tea. Doesn’t deserve a 2, though, still good.
The Yardbirds
3/5
I wasn’t super excited about it? Maybe blasphemy, but it was fine.
Bonnie Raitt
3/5
Sounds nice! But stops at a 3.
George Michael
4/5
Listened to Monkey way more than necessary, but the album was really good.
3/5
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: it was fine.
Michael Kiwanuka
4/5
Huge surprise, very refreshing!
Leonard Cohen
3/5
Not my favorite LC album. More on the folksy side, very Bob Dylan-esque.
Marvin Gaye
5/5
Basically a masterpiece, this album was phenomenal.
Pink Floyd
2/5
I, uh, hmm. I didn’t like it.
Animal Collective
4/5
Come on, it’s bangin.
Brian Eno
4/5
Liked this more than I anticipated.
Roxy Music
3/5
Good not great. Sorry, Brian.
4/5
I liked it! Softer rock, good solid low 4.
Miles Davis
4/5
Just some fantastic jazz, ethereal.
TLC
5/5
So incredibly stellar, what a treat.
Nick Drake
4/5
Pleasant, makes for good walking music, especially when it’s warm and sunny.
Belle & Sebastian
4/5
Again, love B&S, so I loved the album.
Elvis Costello
3/5
Stop trying to make Elvis Costello happen, it’s not going to happen.
The Vines
4/5
Fun listen, classic garage rock.
Sugar
4/5
The most basic of 90s rock, but well done.
Franz Ferdinand
3/5
It has THE FF song on it, everything else is decent. They didn’t quite find their groove, but they were getting there.
Run-D.M.C.
2/5
Run-D.M.C. needs to stop.
Brian Eno
2/5
Good for airports or yoga, but not the most compelling listen.
David Ackles
3/5
Why is this so depressing?
Arcade Fire
5/5
Was gonna give it a 4, but I can’t help but give a 5, I love Arcade Fire.
Dirty Projectors
4/5
Different, interesting. Quite good!
Arcade Fire
4/5
Not as good as Neon Bible, but still banging.
Lightning Bolt
3/5
Noisy, but I actually kinda liked it. Sorry :/
Flamin' Groovies
3/5
It’s not a 2, but it’s boring.
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
4/5
Fantastic for real. Not feeling a 5, even if Take 5 is on here.
PJ Harvey
3/5
Decent PJ, very grunge coded.
Radiohead
4/5
Sad boy songs
Common
5/5
This album was amazing, absolutely loved it.
The Byrds
4/5
Crispy, clean, cool.
My Bloody Valentine
3/5
You can tell they didn’t quite get a grip on their sound. Still enjoyable, but weaker than Loveless.
Violent Femmes
3/5
I love how bare and basic it is. Unfortunately, there are a few songs that don’t hit, but overall good.
The Auteurs
3/5
I did quite enjoy this; it’s in high 3, low 4 territory for me, but still pretty groovy.
The Slits
3/5
I do like crunchy punk girl groups, refreshing in a way. Not my go to for sure, but interesting nonetheless.
Suicide
2/5
Low on the enjoyment scale.
Peter Gabriel
3/5
Mr. G still being Mr. G. Weird and ethereal.
k.d. lang
4/5
Solid all around, fantastic mix of sounds.
Public Image Ltd.
2/5
Interesting in all the wrong ways.
The Residents
1/5
I’ve gone deaf.
Paul Simon
4/5
Exceptional talent; the album is relatively stripped down but musically dense. Great listen.
Ozomatli
4/5
While it’s not my thing, it was incredibly well done and oozing passion.
Ray Charles
4/5
A little long, but classic and comfortable. Like a cloud.
Marianne Faithfull
3/5
I really like the story behind this album, but unfortunately it didn’t hit for me.
Moby
5/5
I have a soft spot for this album. It was on the playlist when I was really discovering music for myself, and it’s still just so cool and unique.
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
2/5
You know, despite this album being notoriously bad, I didn't 100% hate it. In fact, I think it gets into 2 territory.
Faith No More
4/5
Very diverse, I can appreciate how they developed a fan base. The vocalist doesn’t match the tone at times, but still leads to lots of variety.
The Undertones
4/5
Good, simple.
Pixies
5/5
It hits the 5 threshold for sure. Bangers all over.
Dead Kennedys
4/5
Punk as punk can get.
Madonna
3/5
Mid tier Madonna
Dagmar Krause
3/5
Interesting, made for decent background music. Not for casual listening, though.
Nirvana
5/5
One of the easiest 5s so far. Beyond amazing.
Bebel Gilberto
4/5
Absolutely lovely! With some groove!
The Monks
3/5
Pretty decent, though annoying at times.
Sly & The Family Stone
4/5
Funky! Smooth as hell as well.
Scott Walker
3/5
Enjoyable for sure. Not sure where this lands, but I’ll say high 3 for being interesting but not making a huge impact.
The Clash
3/5
Don’t like The Clash. Album was fine.
Everything But The Girl
5/5
Drenched in good feelings. LOVE it.
Fugazi
3/5
Fun, but not really vibing with it.
Manu Chao
3/5
Kinda campy. Interesting, but mid.
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
3/5
How many times do we have to go through this, Costello? You’re MID.
The Magnetic Fields
5/5
Lord, took forever to get through, but 100% worth it.
The Human League
3/5
Kinda neat! But basic.
The La's
3/5
It’s a 3. It’s a 3, again.
The Black Crowes
3/5
More like Biege Crowes, it’s meh.
Eminem
3/5
Aged so poorly. Catchy as hell, but damn is it homophobic and violent.
Barry Adamson
3/5
Wanted to like it more than I did. Some songs are just not good.
Killing Joke
4/5
Honestly pretty funky. Solid listen throughout.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2/5
I was so close to giving this a one. I hate Nick Cave so much.
Nitin Sawhney
3/5
Reminded me of Enigma, but lacked that strong hook throughout.
Pixies
4/5
Not much to say, it's just good and kinda weird, but in an interesting way.
The Who
4/5
The Who are far more bizarre than it seems. This album reflects that.
Tim Buckley
3/5
Quite good! Just not feeling a 4+ for it.
Morrissey
3/5
Morrissey is insufferable, but the album is fine.
Throwing Muses
3/5
Weird fondness for this album, very gritty.
King Crimson
2/5
Can’t get into it, too prog for me.
The Chemical Brothers
4/5
You no longer need to hit the club, the club will hit you.
Supertramp
5/5
Varied, catchy, layered, fantastic.
Youssou N'Dour
4/5
Super chill with a groovy vibe. Youssou bangs for sure.
David Crosby
4/5
Ethereal, in a way
Jazmine Sullivan
4/5
Loved the interludes and the vibes were stellar.
Motörhead
3/5
Motörhead is a little same, but it’s still really fun
Morrissey
3/5
Fuckin Morrissey, good god.
Bauhaus
3/5
Bizarre. Not much more to say.
Elvis Presley
4/5
Elvis just makes for a good listen, really smittens the kittens.
Joni Mitchell
4/5
Surprised at this one; the range of emotion conveyed was quite enjoyable.
Soft Cell
2/5
Soft Cell, more like music from hell. Their covers are decent, but don’t let them make their own music.
Yes
4/5
Yes!
Raekwon
3/5
Hot take, but I’m not a huge fan of this album. It’s good, but for me not at the heights a lot of people give it.
The Beta Band
3/5
Pretty chill and enjoyable, but nothing bombastic.
Willie Nelson
4/5
Willie be Willie.
The Roots
4/5
Has this underlying earthiness to it. Like it has…roots.
Thin Lizzy
4/5
So close to a 5. The energy and the songs were just stellar.
Kraftwerk
2/5
I like trains, but not like this. Maybe if I listened to it again it would grow on me, but for the most part it was a big nothing burger.
John Martyn
4/5
Lots of soul and emotion. Quite a good one.
The Byrds
4/5
Weird but really catchy.
Dwight Yoakam
3/5
I like the classic cowboy sound, but it wasn’t as compelling as time went on.
Sepultura
3/5
I liked Roots better, but this was still good.
2Pac
4/5
Alright, I get it. This is pretty dope.
Ella Fitzgerald
4/5
Took 3 billion years to complete, but it was a good journey.
Primal Scream
3/5
Basically a 3.5, but I’m feeling 3. Fun and groovy, but gets a little stale.
ZZ Top
3/5
La Grange is the obvious highlight, the rest is decent.
Gorillaz
5/5
I know this is a 5, one of my favorite Alvin’ albums. Stellar kickoff to a decades long career.
Kanye West
4/5
Fantastic, but not quite there for me. Getting into major asshole territory.
Nas
4/5
Very solid throughout, great beats and flows. Really enjoyed this one.
5/5
Genuine masterpiece
Maxwell
5/5
Absolutely stellar vibe.
Neneh Cherry
3/5
Strong start, fell flat
Deee-Lite
3/5
Groove is in the Heart is SUCH a major outlier, like they knew that was THE song on the album. It’s so different from most everything on the album it’s jarring. The rest is groovy but safe.
Earth, Wind & Fire
4/5
Funky and fresh. Fun throughout, but didn’t quite spike it as stellar.
Soft Machine
2/5
The lowest 2 I could give.
Sam Cooke
4/5
A delight. Fun and energetic.
Röyksopp
3/5
Geico song slaps, some others are groovy, some more atmospheric. A little too tame for the most part.
Mike Ladd
3/5
Some good grooves and nice dark atmosphere, but a bit drab overall
The Charlatans
3/5
They are not Oasis.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
1/5
I hate Nick Cave.
Dizzee Rascal
3/5
Fun, but a little drab.
The Afghan Whigs
3/5
Good not great. Did enjoy it, though.
Fred Neil
3/5
A great 3, but still a 3. A nice, short listen. Relaxing in a way. Like folk-cowboy music. Interesting.
Gram Parsons
3/5
Fun, but not catching me.
Miles Davis
3/5
Sounded great but was too long for me. No break to really digest.
The Cramps
2/5
A high 2, but still a 2. Maybe I’m just not a rock-a-billy guy.
Manic Street Preachers
4/5
Honestly just incredibly solid and catchy
The Streets
2/5
Just not all that good, I don't understand the hype on the wiki.
Soul II Soul
3/5
Nothing extraordinary, but super groovy and fun. A lot of sampling coming from this stuff.
CHIC
5/5
Fuck, this slapped.
The Beach Boys
4/5
It’s Pet Sounds, it’s a classic.
Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
3/5
3.5, quite catchy but didn’t quite catch me. Might have said that before.
Gene Clark
3/5
Just like Rattlesnakes! Same boat!
David Bowie
3/5
Big chain of 3s. I like Bowie, but this wasn’t all that great. Still a 3 because Bowie is still really good.
The Specials
3/5
More fun than I thought it would be. Fell off a bit near the end.
Eminem
2/5
How did this guy get a career with the shit he’s rapping about?
Stereo MC's
3/5
Great background music. Just straight up groovy and fun.
The Flaming Lips
4/5
Great all around, layered and unique
Tracy Chapman
4/5
Starts really strong then mellows out, but good throughout.
Radiohead
5/5
Modern masterpiece, imo
The White Stripes
3/5
Look, I love the White Stripes, but this album is a little boring
Siouxsie And The Banshees
3/5
Falls into fine territory because it is fine.
Wilco
4/5
Killer vibe with some bangers. Great jam.
Liz Phair
3/5
Better than some, but mid AF.
Kelela
4/5
This is a mood-setting album. Perfect for driving in the rain (as I did).
The National
4/5
Great vibe, moody and ethereal.
Grizzly Bear
3/5
Two Weeks is a banger, but the rest is…boring?
N.E.R.D
5/5
Could be a hot take, but this album was incredibly good. Production and diversity were vast with the only blemish being Backseat Love because wtf?
Björk
3/5
I just don’t like Bjork all that much, sue me. Still interesting and creative enough to warrant a medium grade.
The Sugarcubes
3/5
I don’t like Bjork all that much, but I like the album overall. Very simple and clean in a way. I give it a 3.
The xx
4/5
As someone who hated the xx previously, I believe them to be an acquired taste. Slow, minimalist, but such pure production. The end of this album was the highlight, like finally acclimating to a cool pool.
John Lennon
3/5
Varied musically with splashes of the Beatles all around, but feels like it relies too heavily on Imagine.
X-Ray Spex
4/5
I love a good surprise. Just a joyous album, crunchy and rockin.
Iron Maiden
4/5
Liked this more than I thought I would, was actually just straight up a solid listen.
The Young Rascals
4/5
Bit of a weaker ending, but the album overall was quite solid.
The Rolling Stones
3/5
It just never clicked with me.
Skunk Anansie
4/5
Wow, absolute banger. Didn’t quite get there, but the highest 4 I could give.
Anthrax
2/5
High 2, but still a 2. Just felt flat; others have done it much better.
Syd Barrett
2/5
Glad Syd left Pink Floyd.
Burning Spear
3/5
Decent reggae, still not my thing.
Turbonegro
3/5
Decent, but nothing special.
D'Angelo
3/5
I actually did enjoy this album, but I’m not sure I would end up listening to much of it later, thus I’ll give it a 3.
Billy Bragg
3/5
It was pretty decent, but felt a little scattered
Aerosmith
3/5
Never been a huge fan, but this album does have some good bangers.
Black Sabbath
5/5
Insane how good this album was? Went in expecting to like a good chunk, came out feeling like I experienced something.
The The
4/5
Huge surprise. Very catchy with fun mid-80s beats. Really like the sound, it resonates with me.
Q-Tip
4/5
So sick, Q-Tip bangs for sure.
The Byrds
3/5
Good not great. The classic rating.
Garbage
3/5
A high 3. Started strong, but dropped off as time went on.
CHVRCHES
3/5
First track a banger, but really started to mesh together. Wish there was more variety.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
3/5
The best album from the worst artist.
Deep Purple
3/5
Serviceable rock, but not as good as their live album.
Prince
5/5
Prince just prints hits
The Modern Lovers
2/5
TWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Pere Ubu
3/5
Weird and decent. Lands in mid territory. The end is definitely questionable.
Pentangle
4/5
Quite a fun one, kinda ethereal and grounded
The Fall
1/5
I almost gave this a 2. Glad I changed my mind.
Pavement
4/5
Bompin and stompin
The Band
4/5
Class southern rock, soothes the soul
Paul Revere & The Raiders
3/5
Eh, it was fine. Throw it in the box of 3s.
Rufus Wainwright
3/5
Good album, but definitely not made for me.
Ali Farka Touré
2/5
A little too repetitive. Very entrancing, but not a ton of substance.
Adam & The Ants
3/5
Catchy! Some meh tracks, but decent overall.
Van Morrison
4/5
Calm, cool, collected
Duran Duran
4/5
Jam fest, groovy and funky as all hell
The Doors
4/5
I hate them referencing women as “little girls”, but other than that the music was great.
Dr. John
3/5
Light 3. Very interesting, I’ll give it that, just a little too out there at times.
Curtis Mayfield
4/5
I’m getting so tired of writing little reviews. It was good.
A surprise! Love a surprise, especially when it’s really good.
Ananda Shankar
4/5
VERY surprised, did not think I would enjoy this a ton and ended up really digging it.
Heaven 17
3/5
Came and went, weirdly short.
OutKast
5/5
Banger
Sleater-Kinney
3/5
I can’t remember it too well, but it was pretty good? Around 3 or 4 range.
New York Dolls
3/5
Serviceable 3
M.I.A.
3/5
Sometimes decent, sometimes just bad. Barely a 3.
Stevie Wonder
3/5
Sorry Stevie, this one just didn’t hit right for me.
Paul Weller
5/5
Secret banger alert
Britney Spears
4/5
Fun album; the lesser known songs are surprisingly good
Rocket From The Crypt
3/5
Unmemorable, thus it gets a boring grade
Sly & The Family Stone
3/5
Good, but a bit long winded
The Beach Boys
4/5
The Beach Boys always surprise me. I guess the name always evoked a sense of pretty boy pop, but there’s layers.
T. Rex
4/5
Glam rock at its glamiest
Fatboy Slim
4/5
Club beats
Suede
3/5
Milk toast
The Monkees
3/5
I’ll give it a 3, but it’s incessant and brutal to go through.
The Fall
3/5
I’m so tired. My dedication to keeping this up is running thin, but I must persist. This album is fine.
The Zutons
3/5
Catchy and fun, but not something I gravitate toward.
The Jesus And Mary Chain
4/5
80s showgaze is close to peak, great stuff
Elton John
3/5
Nothing crazy, high 3. Love EJ, but not a ton of highlights.
M.I.A.
4/5
Controversial 4? I thought this album was kinda bangin. Also a sucker for dated 2000s references.
ABBA
4/5
Surprising how much I enjoyed it. Felt so inventive and fresh.
Blur
4/5
Never was a huge Blur fan as compared to Gorillaz, but I really enjoyed this one.
John Martyn
3/5
Slightly more groovy Weather Channel music.
Hawkwind
3/5
Too long, dammit
Siouxsie And The Banshees
4/5
Honestly, I kind of liked it. Even if it was a bit drawn out.
Finley Quaye
4/5
Interesting, diverse. Tons of different vibes going on, I appreciate it.
The Specials
4/5
This one was just fun, feels like a random Guy Fieri-looking jam band playing at a seafood restaurant.
Japan
3/5
Main song is good, rest is decent. Not a bad listen.
Traffic
4/5
Felt like a classic 70s banger, really liked it
Stereolab
4/5
Electro weirdness, like funky muzak
SAULT
4/5
Banger. Really liked this one, great grooves and tight interludes
Lenny Kravitz
2/5
How this man became popular I’ll never know
The Psychedelic Furs
3/5
Pretty decent, an interesting bridge between the 70s and 80s. High 3, but close to 4 territory.
4/5
Unfortunate how much I enjoyed this album
Joni Mitchell
4/5
Ya know, that was just plain pleasant
Orange Juice
3/5
Good not great. Decent listen.
David Bowie
3/5
Took an interesting musical turn in the back half
Public Image Ltd.
2/5
This butter ain’t slick
Giant Sand
3/5
Chore is right
Madness
2/5
Sigh, it had one good song
Billie Holiday
3/5
I liked it, not loved it
Klaxons
4/5
Absolutely sick, big banger mode
Jeff Beck
3/5
Fun, but kind of basic
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
2/5
Fuck Elvis Costello
Frank Sinatra
3/5
Relaxing and smooth, but not really exciting. Definitely sets a mood!
Femi Kuti
4/5
Huge surprise, banger alert!
Isaac Hayes
4/5
Honestly, smooth as hell