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Albums
You Love More Than Most
| Album | You | Global | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
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A Grand Don't Come For Free
The Streets
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5 | 2.67 | +2.33 |
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Back to Basics
Christina Aguilera
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5 | 2.75 | +2.25 |
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Basket of Light
Pentangle
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5 | 2.76 | +2.24 |
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Gold
Ryan Adams
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5 | 2.84 | +2.16 |
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White Light
Gene Clark
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5 | 2.84 | +2.16 |
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Goodbye And Hello
Tim Buckley
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5 | 2.84 | +2.16 |
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Kala
M.I.A.
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5 | 2.91 | +2.09 |
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Eli And The Thirteenth Confession
Laura Nyro
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5 | 2.94 | +2.06 |
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Swordfishtrombones
Tom Waits
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5 | 2.95 | +2.05 |
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O.G. Original Gangster
Ice T
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5 | 2.97 | +2.03 |
You Love Less Than Most
| Album | You | Global | Diff |
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Marquee Moon
Television
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1 | 3.5 | -2.5 |
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Green
R.E.M.
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1 | 3.47 | -2.47 |
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Hybrid Theory
Linkin Park
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1 | 3.39 | -2.39 |
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Music for the Masses
Depeche Mode
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1 | 3.37 | -2.37 |
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Fragile
Yes
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1 | 3.31 | -2.31 |
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Bitches Brew
Miles Davis
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1 | 3.3 | -2.3 |
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Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables
Dead Kennedys
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1 | 3.27 | -2.27 |
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The Stooges
The Stooges
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1 | 3.26 | -2.26 |
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Selling England By The Pound
Genesis
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1 | 3.18 | -2.18 |
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Loveless
My Bloody Valentine
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1 | 3.17 | -2.17 |
Artists
Favorites
| Artist | Albums | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Waits | 4 | 4.75 |
| Nick Drake | 3 | 5 |
| Johnny Cash | 3 | 4.67 |
| David Bowie | 8 | 4.13 |
| Elton John | 2 | 5 |
| Paul Simon | 2 | 5 |
| Billy Bragg | 2 | 5 |
| Beatles | 5 | 4.2 |
| Steely Dan | 4 | 4.25 |
| The Beach Boys | 3 | 4.33 |
| Kate Bush | 3 | 4.33 |
Least Favorites
| Artist | Albums | Average |
|---|---|---|
| The Stooges | 3 | 1.67 |
| The Fall | 3 | 1.67 |
| Public Image Ltd. | 2 | 1.5 |
| Depeche Mode | 2 | 1.5 |
| Spiritualized | 2 | 1.5 |
| My Bloody Valentine | 3 | 2 |
Controversial
| Artist | Ratings |
|---|---|
| Miles Davis | 1, 5, 5 |
| R.E.M. | 5, 2, 2, 1 |
| Barry Adamson | 4, 1 |
| Stan Getz | 5, 2 |
| Robert Wyatt | 4, 1 |
5-Star Albums (104)
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Popular Reviews
Justice · 6 likes
3/5
It’s a vibe and if I was hot and sweaty and drunk at a festival or something I would really vibe this. Instead I’m hot and sweaty and sober at home so I mostly liked it
The Avalanches · 2 likes
2/5
Frontier Psychiatrist was enjoyable. The rest bored me.
Ian Dury · 1 likes
1/5
Never has an album made me as angry as this. Just absolute pure shit. He’s not even doing something interesting. I’d occasionally get to a song and for a second I thought it was good then I realised it was just not as pure shit as the last song. I now know how El G feels when he’s not listening to dad rock.
I have a pure hatred for Ian Dury now and want to exhume him so I can punch him in the face multiple times.
Linkin Park · 1 likes
1/5
Well this was just bad. I can’t stand Nu Metal, it seems to have very little musicality, and this album has almost none.
All Nu Metal sounds like satire of itself to me. If I made music this bad I’d kill myself.
Belle & Sebastian · 1 likes
4/5
I liked it.
1-Star Albums (44)
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Isaac Hayes
3/5
Walk on by was great but outstayed its welcome by 2 minutes.
Really loved the opening, having 2 odd minutes without vocals was really cool, especially when you have such an incredible and iconic voice as Isaac Hayes.
Quite like by the time I get to phoenix, might have to listen to that a few more times to form a full opinion.
The rest of the album didn’t do much for me, but Issac Hayes voice is incredible
The Black Keys
4/5
Arctic Monkey vibes, quite like them
Kendrick Lamar
4/5
This is an album that definitely requires multiple listens. Really enjoyed the journey and feel there’s a lot this album has to offer that I’m not fully appreciating.
Great songs, not quite TPAB, but a really enjoyable album.
David Bowie
4/5
It’s Bowie, it’s going to be great. Nothing massively memorable but it was all good non the less
Elliott Smith
5/5
Really liked it, will add it to my rotation
David Bowie
4/5
Banger after banger
Love everything side One
Really love Fill Your Heart, positive vibes please
The opening of Andy Warhol annoys me but I like the rest
Queen Bitch is great too
The Bees
2/5
It was fine.
Nothing too write home about
Public Image Ltd.
2/5
Thought it sounded very Sex Pistols then found it was John Lydon which makes sense but is disappointing.
Everyone wants to be punk but nobody wants to be antiestablishment.
Quite liked Religion I even if it was a bit on the nose.
Meh
Tom Tom Club
3/5
Quite liked it all
Wordy Rappington was lots of fun
Genius of Love I think I know from Always Sunny? That’s pretty great too.
Generally liked it all and would like to listen to it more but don’t know if I will.
Prince
3/5
3rd prince album I’ve listened to and my last favourite. I feel like I’m missing something with this album, need to maybe look into it a bit and some context will make me appreciate it more.
Barry Adamson
4/5
Really liked it, really weird but in a really interesting way
Elliott Smith
4/5
Really like his stuff, it’s sad but beautiful and raw.
Everything means nothing to me really resonated and was lovely.
Listened back to Either/Or after this and I definitely prefer that one but don’t dislike this album at all
Deep Purple
3/5
The Strokes
3/5
Quite liked it, felt like I’d heard similar stuff before though.
I knew …Sometime and Last Nite which I liked.
Good music, would happily put on at a party.
Beth Orton
4/5
Really chill when nice, gave me Joni Mitchell vibes
Carpenters
3/5
Never properly listened to We’ve Only Just Begun and my god, what a banger. Some beautiful lyrics there and throughout the album and a beautiful voice.
Sounds a bit 70s cliche but I’m sure it was new and innovative at the time.
Gotta respect Bacharach, he really wrote some bangers. Loved the first songs, the rest were good too but not as good as the opening track.
The Clash
3/5
I don’t dislike it but punk don’t massively do it for me.
Quite like Police and Thieves but the rest seems to all blur together as fine.
Rocket From The Crypt
3/5
Surprisingly I quite like it. It’s just the right amount of punk for me.
On a rope was cool and the rest mixed it up enough to keep me interested.
Neu!
4/5
Really enjoyed this, it was chill but had energy at the same time. Just fun to listen to.
Lauryn Hill
5/5
Just started, not what I expected but liking it so far. I know it’s really acclaimed but trying not to let that influence my opinion.
Love that there’s some Santana on here. It feels like a really great mix of styles and genres but with an R&B thread throughout.
Ex-factor was a personal favourite on the album.
Feels like the album was really thought out as opposed to just a selection of songs.
The gaps in the songs talking about love feels like it grounds the album.
Red Snapper
3/5
Alice Cooper
2/5
Pavement
3/5
Frank Sinatra
2/5
It just didn’t do much for me. Some good songs but it feels so focused on the vocals, which are good, that the rest of the music doesn’t really do much interesting stuff.
CHIC
4/5
Initially wasn’t sure of the opening track as it felt like it took forever to get going and didn’t go anywhere but I think that was intentional and it’s actually a really good lead into the album.
I do love funk and CHIC are disco but there’s some real funk influence in disco and I love it. Listening to the bass more and it’s doing some really fun interesting stuff.
Funk rhythm guitar just sounds so good to me.
Kraftwerk
4/5
Good stuff
Dire Straits
4/5
Generally quite liked it, didn’t feel too samey but stick to its theme
The Police
4/5
Love the whole album although maybe not my favourite Police album.
Had to skip Mother because it just doesn’t feel like it fits in the album.
Love the drumming in particular from The Police, it’s syncopated and cool.
Gary Numan
2/5
Some songs I kinda recognised, it was alright
Caetano Veloso
4/5
Absolutely loved this! Dancing in my car to all these things. Could tell it was Brazilian for some reason. Slight Gilberto vibes which is always good.
Little Richard
5/5
Just great music, every song was a banger. 10/10
Silver Jews
3/5
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
3/5
I feel like I’m missing something with this album, like I like it but it’s not blowing me away. Like Pettys voice.
Mystery Man was pretty cool.
Really like American Girl, who doesn’t?
Various Artists
5/5
Maybe it’s the Buck’s Fizz talking but I’ve really loved this!
Phil Spector produced some absolute bangers! Like he wrote the Christmas style I feel. Loved the album and it’s being played every year!
Ending on was just a lovely way to the album. Another 10/10
The Monkees
1/5
It’s a no from me dog
Sepultura
2/5
There was some stuff they did musically I found interesting but it just gets overwhelmed by the aggression and it all blends into one sound.
I did find it interesting though.
Like the Brazilian influence at the start of Altered State, wish they used that more and explored it instead of just jumping straight into heavy metal.
Cocteau Twins
4/5
Had to listen to it a few times to get my head around it. I really like it even if it is a little off the wall. I think it’s definitely a band/album I’ll revisit
Red Hot Chili Peppers
3/5
It’s RHCP, they are what they are. Does anyone else really sounds like them? I guess I like it but it’s a sound I’ve heard so much it didn’t do much for me.
Simon & Garfunkel
3/5
Big fan of Simon & Garfunkel, do like this album but there are some songs I can give a miss. Big Bright Green and A Simple Dulsatory Philippic don’t do anything for me.
It’s not there best album though is it?
Beatles
4/5
There is not a bad song on this album.
You can tell it’s the first album of The Beatles changing there sound. Like it still sounds like early Beatles in some ways but it’s also developed and experimented in others
Elvis Presley
4/5
Obviously I’ve heard Elvis but I don’t think I’ve ever really listened to it.
Some classics on here that were great. Really liked I Love You Because which I’ve never heard before.
A few of the songs I hadn’t heard I really liked to. It’s a really timeless sound I think.
The Young Gods
3/5
I found this album really interesting but I wasn’t quite sure. I was feeling pretty anxious when I listened to it which probably didn’t help. Would definitely like to listen again to fully make up my mind.
Eagles
4/5
Q-Tip
5/5
Really liked this. It was fun and something I’d definitely put on in the car.
John Coltrane
5/5
Yes mon!!
Absolutely love Train, banging album that flows brilliantly.
Just love every track and it feels like a journey. Ending on Psalm just chills me out after vibing throughout the album.
Might start running to this
Rush
4/5
MGMT
3/5
It felt poppy but I could tolerate it. I liked it but didn’t love it
Depeche Mode
2/5
Absolutely hated Sweetest Perfection, there was a dissonance there that just didn’t work at all for me.
Personal Jesus and Enjoy the Silence are both bangers but the rest was just a bit meh for me
The Residents
2/5
I felt violated by this album but I kind of liked it.
So close to 1 star but the more I listened to it the more I liked it. Only enough to make it to 2 stars though. I’ll probably listen to the album again though. It’s weird.
The Youngbloods
3/5
Some stuff I liked, nothing I hated. It was well produced but I didn’t love it
The Kinks
2/5
Some good songs and I like the kinks but nothing special.
Liked Session Man though
Depeche Mode
1/5
This album did nothing for me.
Frank Ocean
4/5
Album flowed really nicely, enjoyed it from start to end!
Public Image Ltd.
1/5
Dull dull dull dull dull. Nothing for me here of any interest.
The Stooges
2/5
I don’t really know, it was fine. Nothing really stood out as really good or really bad.
Rod Stewart
3/5
Really quite liked this, never really listened to Rod Stewart properly.
MaggieMay is great.
Interesting to hear a different version of Someone like you after hearing the Carpenters version earlier, think I preferred this one.
Interesting breaks between main songs, not quite sure what he was going for but I liked it.
Hot Chip
2/5
It didn’t do a lot for me. I found the music interesting but didn’t care for the vocals and they kinda ruined a few songs for me. It wasn’t bad though, just not great.
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
3/5
Surprisingly liked it a lot more than I thought I would. Started strong but got a bit samey half way through.
Van Halen
2/5
Very impressive guitar work from Van Halen but nothing massively jumped out to me. Liked it but didn’t love it.
The Smashing Pumpkins
2/5
I wanted to like it more, don’t know if I had a better sound set up I’d enjoy it but I struggled to hear the music cutting through the noise.
No songs stood out to me but I liked how it finished
Le Tigre
2/5
I dunno, I feel like I’m missing something with this album
Aretha Franklin
3/5
Aretha Franklins great and I enjoy all the songs but as an album it felt something was missing. Would just listen to individual songs as opposed to the whole album
Michael Kiwanuka
5/5
Really flows as an album, all the songs are different but it works soo well. Lovely use of multiple instruments and musical styles just combined together flawlessly. Will listen to more!
Stevie Wonder
3/5
Really loved the 15 second intro to the first song. Perfect length. 5 star.
The rest of the album was good but not great. Love Stevie Wonder and there are some bangers but it didn’t blow me away.
Merle Haggard
4/5
I just enjoyed the album. It didn’t blow my away but it was fun and made me smile.
He was no Johnny Cash but he was good.
Mixed up Mess of a Heart was particularly fun.
Duke Ellington
3/5
I liked it more than I thought I would to be fair. Not usually a fan of big band but most of this worked. Really enjoyed the opening piece, the rest interested me less.
Ice T
5/5
Really enjoyed this to be honest.
Body Count gave me Beastie Boys vibes in a good way, just hope it didn’t ruin Rock & Roll for El Grande now he won’t be able to relate to it.
Only criticism is Prepared to Die: “[Mandela] is a hero, he needs a Nobel Prize. But that will never happen, so I'm gonna keep rappin'”
He won one 2 years later which makes Ice T an idiot and a liar who then kept rapping.
Generally really good album though!
John Lennon
2/5
Enjoyed imagine, although like Chris, out of touch celebs but a downer on it. Jealous guy is cool as is Oh Yoko but beyond that I wasn’t a fan.
Obligatory mention that Lennon beat his first wife
Ray Charles
2/5
It was fine, I like Ray Charles but there was nothing amazing here for me. I wanted to like it more.
The Stooges
1/5
I just found it really boring. Sorry.
If I grew up on a farm, and was retarded, Stooges might impress me but I didn't, so it doesn't.
Mylo
2/5
The opening track dragged for me so I can only imagine how LG felt about it.
Some songs I enjoyed, Drop the Pressure I got half way through and realised I knew. In my arms was alright.
I wanted to like Guilty of Love but it just felt a bit self indulgent.
Most songs seemed to outstay their welcome.
Need you tonight was cool.
Missy Elliott
2/5
I didn’t hate it but it didn’t do anything to blow me away. It felt like an album with an idea and theme but it may have gone over my head.
Liked back in the day but I just didn’t feel inspired by the album.
Beatles
5/5
Just an incredible album. The progression from Sun King to The End just blows me away each time.
I love every song individually and as an album it just works so well.
I want you(She’s so Heavy) drags a bit but I can forgive that as it’s the last song on the A Side so it feels more acceptable?
Just an incredible album.
Gorillaz
2/5
I liked some of the tracks but it didn’t do anything amazing in my opinion. I really like the gorillaz but I don’t love them.
The album lost me until Latin Simone got me back on it. Probably won’t listen again.
The more I listen to Clint Eastwood the more I like it. No Wonder it’s one of their hits
Alexander 'Skip' Spence
1/5
Man this was a difficult one. There were moments I found interesting and enjoyed but they were just too few and far between. Way too long an album that just rambled on a bit. It just didn’t feel polished at all.
Beatles
4/5
Man I was not in the place to listen to a load of romantic songs. Despite that I did enjoy myself with it.
And I love her is just gorgeous.
Even when The Beatles were doing generic ish pop they were still great and knocking it out the park.
Goldfrapp
4/5
This was just really chill and nice to listen to. Just made me feel very zen and feel the album. Really enjoyed Human
The United States Of America
1/5
This just made me angry. Some of it was alright but most of it was shit and just weird and yeah I'm not going to think about this album ever again.
T. Rex
4/5
Kicking off with Metal Guru straight away is a bold way to start an album and I liked it!
Just a fun T. Rex album, I listened to them loads years ago and revisiting is really fun. Should listen to them more really.
Green Day
2/5
Some bangers but it didn’t do a lot for me.
Grizzly Bear
3/5
Listened to this album with a glass of wine while stargazing. It was alright, it felt like a good combo but the album didn’t do much for me which is a shame. It was a well done album but wasn’t anything special for me
The Waterboys
5/5
I’ve given this a few listens and each time I love it more and more. Just a joy to listen to
LCD Soundsystem
4/5
I’ve heard a little LCD Soundsystem and enjoyed it so this was nice. It’s a really good album and I can’t really Place why but that’s not an issue. Hearing the last track on the album without Miles Davies is really weird and feels a little empty but that works for the sentiment of the song.
Close to a 5 but not quite
Jerry Lee Lewis
4/5
It came in, it did its thing, it left. Just great stuff, love a walking bass line, not quite 5 star but nothing to complain about
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
Would have been a 4 but it just dragged as an album
Motörhead
3/5
If I’m going to listen to a live album I want it to feel different to the album version which this album doesn’t really do. I think that’s an old school metal thing though. Despite that I mostly enjoyed it. Although Jailbait is a weird song and I did not enjoy that, far too close to the truth with rock bands.
The Pogues
3/5
Some stuff I really liked but there was enough stuff that felt like filler that put me off a bit. Would definitely listen to some of the songs again but not the album.
Ali Farka Touré
3/5
Really glad this exists, it’s interesting and fun and a cool combination of genres I never would have thought of. That being said I didn’t massively love it but I did enjoy it
Jungle Brothers
4/5
Really liked this, nice mix of genres with a hip hop base. Could probably benefit from a few more listens from me but it did what it did really well
5/5
Love this album. Not a bad track and a lovely journey to go on! Rock N Roll Suicide is such a strong ending. One of those albums I never get tired of.
The Byrds
3/5
It was a nice listen but didn’t blow me away. I wouldn’t mind if someone else put it on but wouldn’t chose to myself
Aphex Twin
4/5
I generally really quite liked this. Particularly liked We Are the Music Makers. Not incredible but really well done and a fun listen. May listen again when I need to hyper focus on something.
Leonard Cohen
3/5
I listened to this when I was really tired and feeling kinda down. Nice and cathartic, got all the negative vibes out. Great songwriter, less great singer but that honestly doesn’t bother me all too much.
AC/DC
2/5
Highway to Hell was a great opener. Night Prowler at the end I enjoyed but enriching else was pretty forgettable. It’s not bad, it’s just not for me
Guns N' Roses
2/5
This just ain’t it for me. Welcome to the jungle is great opening. Sweet Child O Mine is pretty great but the rest I could take or leave, even Paradise City didn’t do much for me when I was listening critically
Cowboy Junkies
4/5
Really loved this.
Opening track really sucked me in. Blue Moon Revisited was beautiful too.
The album feels raw and unpolished in a good way. And it feels like they all really enjoy playing together.
Didn’t really go anywhere but I liked it
Paul McCartney and Wings
5/5
Band On The Run is like Bohemian Rhapsody but better. Love every track on this album and it just flows from song to song. Can’t pick anything out in particular as it’s all just top quality
The Sabres Of Paradise
3/5
It dragged a fair bit but I actually kinda liked it. Did a lot of interesting things and every song felt like a journey to me. Would listen again, just don’t know under what set of circumstances
Jean-Michel Jarre
3/5
First track dragged but it felt like an intro to the music so maybe I can forgive it. Recognised Part IV for some reason. It grew on me as the album went on in all honesty. The Album Artwork is great too
Sufjan Stevens
4/5
I really liked this, got some Iron and Wine Vibes as well as Vince Guaraldi. Maybe a little long but loved the journey. Would love to listen again but would need to find the time with a glass of wine
The Zombies
4/5
Really enjoyed this album, it was just fun and nice. Highlights for me: A Rose for Emily, This Will be Our Year, and Time of The Season.
The Prodigy
3/5
I’ve listened to Jess music from Peep Show. I’ve listened to this. I can’t tell the difference.
I did like it though, I did a park run in the rain to it and it got me through most of it. I know it was groundbreaking but it’s not for me.
David Bowie
3/5
Some good songs but it didn’t do much for me as an album. It’s Bowie so it’s still good but not great
A Tribe Called Quest
4/5
Came in with high hopes after loving Q Tips Renaissance. Haven’t really heard much of this sort of music in the past for whatever reason but have heard of the band.
I knew Can I Kick It and really liked it. I never used to be a fan of sampling but I’ve learned to really appreciate it and this album has some great funky samples. I think a lot of it will benefit from a few relistens but I really enjoyed it. Not as much as The Renaissance but that grew from a 4* to a 5* so maybe his will too
Simple Minds
1/5
I liked Promised You a Miracle but it some how managed to be repetitive despite being fairly short. The rest of the album was Simply Forgettable
Franz Ferdinand
3/5
Maybe I need nostalgia but this didn’t do a lot for me. Liked some of the songs but I’ve already forgotten what it sounded like.
Supergrass
4/5
I actually quite liked it, I listened to it a few times and enjoyed the sound. Some interesting influences all mixed together. Would listen to more of these guys
Johnny Cash
4/5
To paraphrase El Grande, it’s not even his best live album.
That being said I enjoyed it, I really like Johnny Cash and think his live recordings let him shine as a performer. Definitely an album I could have on rotation
Nine Inch Nails
4/5
Don’t know why I liked this so much but it was really enjoyable for me. Never heard any NiN but I’m vibing it
The Sonics
4/5
I liked it. Not a fan of the amount of covers but a solid album.
4/5
I’ve heard a load of songs of this album but haven’t really listened to it as an album.
I’ve heard Knights of Cydonia loads but this is the first time really listening to it. Loved the surfer rock combined with western style and all sorts of other things together.
Will listen to as an album again
Peter Frampton
2/5
I wanted to like it so much more than I did. I’d heard of this album so was excited for it to come up but it didn’t really do all that much for me. It wasn’t bad just felt very samey
Christina Aguilera
5/5
Came into this album sceptical and I bloody loved it!
The sample of Genie in a Bottle in Thank You threw me but I really liked it!
The whole of Disc 2 in itself is a masterpiece and a joyous listen.
The opening 2 tracks were mint, candyman was great in a different way.
Nasty Naughty Boy turned me on a little.
And the rest of the disc was just mint.
Listened to this album twice because it was that good.
Barry Adamson
1/5
I liked Oedipus Schmoedipus somewhat but this was just dull. It takes a lot to make a film score interesting in itself (shout out Miles Davis) and this was a non existent one so Adamson had no excuse but it just wasn’t there for me.
I’m sure there are people who have got Barry Adamson and Bryan Adams mixed up, and the thought of people listening to this and expecting something like Summer of ‘69 is somewhat amusing. I just wish I could say the same about this album.
Jimmy Smith
2/5
The electric organ is terrible and I hate it with a passion. Everything else on the album I quite enjoyed, but the organ just cuts through and ruins it. The bonus track is a standard I love and I enjoyed that but I don’t know if I should count it?
Einstürzende Neubauten
1/5
I came in thinking this would be absolutely awful but it wasn’t. Don’t get me wrong, it wasn’t good but it wasn’t the worst thing I’ve ever heard. Some interesting use of found objects. But yeah, won’t listen again, if I’d never had heard it my life would go on just fine.
Honestly was expecting it to be more interesting. I can live with bad if it’s interest but it was just bad and boring
Nas
2/5
I feel like I’m missing something here but this album didn’t do much for me. Liked the song with Q Tip and the songs following it were alright but the album was mostly forgettable for me. Probably would benefit from a few more listens which may happen tbf
A Tribe Called Quest
3/5
Didn’t like it as much as there other album but it was good. Happy to hear it but there’s other music I’d rather listen to most of the time
Black Sabbath
4/5
Sat in the theatre at work in the dark with this playing. Was great to hear soo much of the album that I would have missed otherwise.
Some really interesting stuff happening, really enjoyed the vibe of most of it but has a few moments I got bored.
Opened amazingly, the ambience got me right in it and loved the first song
The Wizard lost me, really didn’t enjoy that
Behind the Wall of Sleep I really enjoyed, the slight delay with the vocals between L+R was such a cool effect that enhanced the song
NIB & Evil Woman were great
Really liked Sleeping Village
Warning didn’t justify its runtime for me but it wasn’t bad, I just felt it didn’t go anywhere.
The Divine Comedy
1/5
Dudes trying way too hard. Wind your neck in
OutKast
3/5
I really wanted to like this more. Maybe if it caught me on a different day it would be a higher rating but it just didn’t grab me as much as I hoped.
Wilco
3/5
I don't know man, it wasn't bad but I just didn't really enjoy it anything special. It wasn't bad but it just felt a but bland. Kinda liked Jesus, Etc. but the rest passed me by.
Don McLean
3/5
I tried listening to this when it first came up. I found out my niece had passed away whilst listening to Vincent so that song and this album are difficult listens for me.
I like American Pie even if I have no idea what he’s chatting about. Obviously Buddy Holly died but how does all the other stuff he’s talking about relate together? I still like it though.
Vincent and Crossroads are sad listens but good.
I like Everybody Loves Me, Baby.
Babylon is a weird listen. I like it a lot but I have to listen to the Boney M version afterwards to resolve it almost.
I like the album but it’s a weird one for me.
Johnny Cash
5/5
Love Cash and loved all this.
Every song was great, Hurt is amazing!
I’ve heard Cash do Give My Love to Rose loads but hearing this version hit differently.
Had a cry during Bridge over Troubled Water
All good shit
Herbie Hancock
4/5
Herbie slaps man. I've listened to some of his stuff but never really given him a fair listen.
I've heard Mongo Santamaria's cover of Watermelon Man before and really enjoyed it this time round too.
Sly really hit some jazzy notes for me that I was vibing.
Vein Melter was alright, I liked the ending but the rest didn't hit for me.
I love funk, I love jazz, why have I never listened to Herbie really before now??
Radiohead
3/5
All the other Radiohead I’ve heard I really liked but this didn’t do a lot for me.
I knew Jigsaw Falling into Place because Brad Mehldau has done a mint cover of it which I preferred.
The Birthday Party
1/5
I’m sure this is for someone but it’s not for me
Spacemen 3
4/5
It’s a really good album but I don’t think I’ll ever listen to it again. It’s just not for me but I can tell it’s good. Is that weird?
Joy Division
5/5
An ex of mine really liked this album, she was not a nice person. That being said I really enjoyed this. This whole album was just a mood and I was here for it.
Definitely one to listen to in the dark with a good bit of bottom end - definitely need to stop listening to these albums in the car, my car speakers have no bottom end and I lose so much of the tracks.
No idea why this album was so enjoyable but it was. Every track felt individual enough but they all followed a theme. That's what I want from my albums.
Lasers on Insight was cool, I liked that. Definitely get a spacy vibe from this album.
Opening of Shadowplay gave me I Wanna Be Adored vibes which I'm always happy with.
Erykah Badu
4/5
My kind of music. Listened to it while drinking champagne with my new flatmate which was a vibe. Just going to be a positive album for me I reckon. Possibly even a 5* after a few more listens
SAULT
4/5
I really liked this and I feel there’s a lot I’m missing from just giving it one listen. Will try and give it a few more goes at some point but for now I like it
5/5
Man just a really good album. Love her voice and musical style. Loved the Thom Yorke track, just loved it all round. Thanks for introducing me to PJ Harvey
Living Colour
5/5
I honestly really enjoy this. Cult of Personality is a banger of an opening track.
Open Letter (To a Landlord) is cool as well. It's all great stuff and I'd love more of it.
Jeff Buckley
5/5
Jeffs a bit of a whiny boy but I’m here for it 100% all the time. One of my favourite, if not my favourite album. Classic post break up Elliot music this.
Best version of Hallelujah.
Lyrically just sad and beautiful, real cathartic gut punch of an album.
Lover You Should've Come Over is a favourite of mine, paints a beautiful picture lyrically and I'm a fan of a unique time signature (6/8)
I know Forget Her is a bonus track so I don't know if I should count it but I love it so much.
Been on many drunk night walks listening to this album and feeling sorry for myself, 10/10 would recommend.
ZZ Top
4/5
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
3/5
If Synergy is The interaction of two or more agents or forces so that their combined effect is greater than the sum of their individual effects Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young is the antonym of that.
Individually they’re great but when they come together they’re just good. Our House being the exception.
It wasn’t bad by any means but you just expect so much more when 4 powerhouses come together like this. It just made me want to listen to some of Neil Youngs solo work.
The Louvin Brothers
3/5
Really like this style of music, but if I fancied it I’d just listen to the O Brother, Where Art Though? soundtrack
Killing Joke
3/5
Post punk I didn’t hate. That’s pretty impressive in my books
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
Shuggie Otis
3/5
I knew Strawberry Letter 23 and liked it. The rest is the album was my kind of music and good but not great. Honestly a little disappointed as I was expecting a lot more
The Who
2/5
Expected some good songs. Got very little.
Lynyrd Skynyrd
4/5
Classic Lynyrd Skynyrd. Can’t complain every song was bloody great but not quite there for me.
I can’t hear Freebird without thinking about that scene in Kingsman
Fela Kuti
5/5
This album just did it for me! Vibing it in the summer and just feeling great! Mr Follow Follow felt a touch too long but I really loved the whole album.
Can see myself putting this on while BBQing surrounded by great company, great food and great beer.
Faith No More
3/5
I didn't hate it, didn't love it. Some songs I could vibe too, others less so. Would be great to see live I imagine
Miles Davis
1/5
I love you Miles, you’re a real mother fucker but I just don’t get this man. I love In a Silent Way but this is too much. I’m sorry.
Fats Domino
4/5
Listened a few times. Really enjoyed all of it but wasn’t blown away.
Talking Heads
3/5
Talking heads are a band that I feel I should really like but they just don’t click for me for some reason
Big Star
4/5
It was fun, didn’t massively blow me away though
Bill Evans Trio
3/5
I’m sure I’m missing something with this album, love Bill Evans but the Vanguard album just misses the mark for me. Love Alice in Wonderland and Gloria’s Step but the rest didn’t hit me like other Bill Evans albums have
Derek & The Dominos
3/5
The first song reminded me of That One Night by The Hunted.
Layla is like the opposite of Synergy. It’s 2 songs that when put together are worse than the sum of their parts. The rest of the album was fine.
Bonnie Raitt
2/5
It was fine, didn’t offer anything amazing for me. Won’t listen again but if it was playing I wouldn’t turn it off
The Cure
3/5
This album started off strong but didn’t do much beyond its initial impression. It took me on a journey, sure, but it was in 3rd gear the whole way. I wanted to like it but it was just too dull. It’s well done which is what saved it from a 2
Foo Fighters
4/5
Listened to this a few times now. Really enjoyed it, Dave Grohl is very good at what he does.
Didn’t blow my mind but will happily keep listening to this
Talvin Singh
2/5
OK is probably the right name for the album. I get what he was doing and it's interesting to blend traditional Indian music with D&B but I just didn't massively enjoy it. I'm glad it exists but it's not for me.
Violent Femmes
4/5
Listened through it a few times. Really liked it, feel I’ll listen to it more and like it more and more. Could be a 5 given time.
Van Morrison
2/5
The less I paid attention the more I enjoyed it
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
5/5
Good shit. This album got me into jazz. Love a funky time signature.
Miles Davis
5/5
I drove a few friends to Birmingham last night. I then managed to lock my keys in the car. I ended up having to get a lift from a friend who was there back to my flat to pick up my spare key, then get a lift back to Birmingham and then I drove back. This all led to me driving back from Birmingham to Shrewsbury between 4:30 and 5:30 listening to this album.
I’ve got to say it was the perfect conditions, it was dark, the roads were clear, I was a bit delirious.
When the drums came in in In a Silent Way it just got me going.
If you can find a less stressful way to enjoy this album I’d recommend it but I had a fun adventure
Marvin Gaye
3/5
Marvin, I listen to your music when I want to bump uglies. You complaining about alimony in song form is a real buzz kill.
It was an interesting album and I’m glad it exists, but it didn’t hit me.
The Who
4/5
Close to perfect
The Darkness
4/5
I thought I was going to enjoy this but not as much as I actually did. Generally just really good and really fun. Every song was different enough while sticking to a vibe which is what I want in an album.
Simon & Garfunkel
5/5
I just love this album. America might just be the best song ever written.
I never know how I feel about Voices of Old People.
This whole album just feels like a vibe I’m here for. Just a bit emotional and cathartic. Would recommend
Garbage
5/5
Just kept listening to this and enjoying it. Picked up more interesting thing on each re listen. It’s close but it’s a 5 from me dawg.
The Isley Brothers
5/5
Oh man this list is firing on all cylinders at the moment. That Lady is a banger, I first heard it sampled on Kendrick Lamar’s i and I’ve been hooked ever since.
Some of the sexiest guitar I’ve ever heard. Summer Breeze opening gives me a chubby.
Vocals are just smooth.
Will stick on a load more.
Nirvana
4/5
I like it, I don’t love it
Skepta
3/5
Grime isn’t really my thing. That being said I didn’t hate it. Kinda liked the last track
Buena Vista Social Club
5/5
I just love a bit of Latin music. Wish my Spanish was better to understand it lyrically but I’ll get there
James Brown
4/5
Really enjoyed it. Would have loved to have seen him live, proper performer and show mon
Country Joe & The Fish
2/5
I wanted to like it but it just bores me and passed me by
The Stooges
2/5
I'm glad that I've finally listened to all The Stooges albums on this list, I hope Iggy's solo work is less shit but I'm not holding out much hope.
I'm sure The Stooges were impressive and revolutionary at the time but in 2024 they just don't hold up.
The Band
2/5
It was fine music, I know it’s influenced a load of artists but if I never hear it again my life won’t feel like it’s missing anything
Bad Brains
2/5
Some bits I actually quite liked, I went in thinking I'd enjoy it but it never went anywhere positive for me.
The Roots
2/5
Started off absolutely hating this album, but it got better throughout the listen. Still not great but I didn’t hate it as much as at the beginning
Van Morrison
5/5
I worked with a musician recently who was the biggest asshole I’ve ever worked with. Just an unbearable prick. He’d been compared to Van Morrison which I thought was fitting.
That being said I liked his music and I liked this album a lot.
The The
4/5
It’s Post Punk mixed with Alt Rock. So they took the only good part of post punk, which is the antiestablishment stance and mixed it with actual descent music.
David Ackles
4/5
There’s some really interesting story telling here, something I haven’t really heard before but I kind of liked it. I nice dive into Americana
Aretha Franklin
4/5
Good stuff
Jimi Hendrix
3/5
I really enjoyed the other Hendrix album, this one just didn't do a lot for me.
Throwing Muses
4/5
Female led punk is pretty good. Great mixing of genres and styles, I like these guys. Listened up to Delicate Cutters as that’s where the original release ended.
Peter Gabriel
4/5
I like Peter Gabriel, I like this album. Would listen to again.
Sarah Vaughan
4/5
I liked it a lot. I always wish with jazz vocalists that the rest of the band get a chance to shine though.
Kid Rock
1/5
Just some dumb rich kid cosplaying as a redneck pimp.
Muddy Waters
3/5
I wanted to like it more. It was good but not amazing, maybe it’s just not aged well for me
Dead Kennedys
1/5
I just don’t like punk, it feels like it’s satirising something and I just can’t take it seriously
Metallica
2/5
Does an orchestra make Heavy Metal better? Yes. Does Heavy Metal make an orchestra better? I’m going with no.
For too repetitive, I accidentally listened to most of the first half of the album twice and didn’t notice until the geezer said he would return.
Some good songs but far too much between them that all sounded the same.
Public Enemy
4/5
Just enjoyable stuff
The Cars
4/5
Short, sweet, and just good music. One of Kenzie’s favourite, in fact she’s got it on Vinyl
Elvis Presley
2/5
You’re just a bit mid Elvis, sorry.
MC Solaar
5/5
I barely understood a word this guy said but I enjoyed it all so much. Good beats and vibes. I wish I could speak French but was very happy to let this funky music do the talking, talking, yeah.
Neneh Cherry
2/5
I just didn’t enjoy this at all. That being said it wasn’t bad
Eminem
2/5
I liked it in an edgy teenager way. Beyond that I wasn’t so sure.
The Smashing Pumpkins
2/5
I’m sure it’s not what these guys were going for but there was some funny shit on this album.
Emptiness is loneliness
And loneliness is cleanliness
And cleanliness is godliness
And God is empty just like me
Mary had a little lamb Her face was white as snow
And everywhere that Mary went I was sure to go
Now Mary's got a problem, and Mary's not a stupid girl
Mary's got some deep shit, and Mary does not forget
It didn’t save the album but it at least got me smiling politely
The Pretty Things
4/5
Surprised how much I liked this. Good stuff
The Electric Prunes
2/5
This album feels experimental in the same way as every album was experimental in this time. It feels influential but not really good
Pixies
2/5
It wasn’t terrible. It certainly wasn’t good though
Nitin Sawhney
4/5
I liked this, no idea what to expect but it's good. It feels like what OK by Talvin Singh could have been if it was good.
Steely Dan
4/5
Steely Dan are always a solid shout for me. It’s not there best album though plus it doesn’t have Kid Charlemagne which is an absolute banger. That being said would happily listen again, Steely Dan are my sort of vibe
Super Furry Animals
3/5
Something 4 the Weekend was really good, the rest just kind of passed me by as songs
Massive Attack
3/5
Really enjoyed the beginning and end of the album. The middle dipped a bit for me though. Almost a 4 but not quite
Leonard Cohen
4/5
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
3/5
I’ve tried listening to this a few times and just got bored. That said it’s not bad it just didn’t grab me
Metallica
2/5
Some interesting stuff in To Live is to Die but the rest was kind of mid
The Chemical Brothers
3/5
The kind of music I don’t really like but done well enough that I enjoyed it and found it interesting. Maybe a 3 is harsh but I’m a bit of a bastard
Tito Puente
2/5
The Velvet Underground
4/5
Came in with really high hopes. Liked it to start with, really enjoyed Heroin but it trailed off at the end. Close but no cigar
Pink Floyd
5/5
Good shit
Enjoyed the first two songs. The rest was inoffensive and dull which is the worst thing and album can be for me. Beautiful Day saved this from a 1.
Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
2/5
It did nothing for me but I didn’t hate it. I’ll never actively listen to it again but if a song came on I’d listen to it just fine.
Keith Jarrett
5/5
I just bloody love this album.
Jarrett gets some incredible sounds out of a poor instrument and the way he adapted his playing style to get the most out of the piano is so interesting and honestly incredible.
It's the best-selling solo jazz album and the best-selling piano album for a reason, it just blows me away every time I listen to it.
Alanis Morissette
5/5
Didn’t think I’d like it as much as I did but Alanis nailed it with this album!
The Fall
1/5
It’s crazy that this album was only 30 minutes because it dragged and felt a lot longer. It did nothing for me but I’m just not a punk guy. I like their ethos, but not their music.
Michael Jackson
4/5
I quite enjoyed it but it felt a bit disjointed. She's Out of My Life seems really shoehorned in there and really threw the album off. The rest of the album I enjoyed but don't know if I'd listen again.
Honestly what was She's Out of My Life doing on this album?? It just didn't fit at all and made the album so much worse.
Bruce Springsteen
5/5
It’s just good shit. I was toying with a 4 but I think it’s good enough to get a 5, but only just for me. Cover Me gave me a chuckle.
T. Rex
5/5
I really liked this. Loved it in Billy Elliot. Life’s a Gas was a perfect penultimate song and Rip Off brought it all together. Get it On was almost too good everything after felt lesser but I still loved it all. If The Boss got 5 then this masterpiece deserves 5 too
The Rolling Stones
4/5
The Temptations
4/5
Good stuff. Dragged a tiny bit at times but still felt like all bangers no filler
M.I.A.
5/5
This is why I started doing this! I would have never thought to listen to M.I.A. if it wasn’t for this list and I’m absolutely vibing it. Such a different sound for me and I’m loving it. I knew Paper Planes and I think Boyz too but it’s all such a good sound and beat.
Beastie Boys
3/5
I didn’t like this. Then I did. I don’t know, it was alright I suppose but it just didn’t appeal to me even if there are a few great tracks on here.
Girls Against Boys
2/5
I tried but this was just a dredge to get through. I didn’t completely hate it but I wasn’t far away
N.W.A.
2/5
This wasn’t for me really, some interesting stuff but most of it passed me by.
I liked the way they talked about the police, I was less keen with how they talked about women.
That being said I liked the sound of I Ain’t the 1 and the lyrics were clever and flowed well but it just left me with an icky feeling.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
4/5
Relly enjoyed this. I read to approach it as 2 different albums released at the same time so that's what I tried to do and while both halfs were great by themselves they also worked well together. Was a bit daunted by the length (that's what she said) but it wasn't bad at all
Jack White
4/5
I really enjoyed this as a first impression. It feels like an album that the more I listen to it the more I’ll appreciate it. Loved the beat of Take Me With You When You Go, gave me Take Five vibes which I feel was intentional
Dire Straits
2/5
I spent this whole album being unsure how I felt about it. I could definitely tell it wasn't bad but it just felt a bit cliché at times like there was something just slightly off about it that I couldn't put my finger on.
I do really like Sultans of Swing though, that song is great. The rest was fine for background noise but it left me feeling kind of empty.
Sade
2/5
Smooth Operator is a really enjoyable song but also completely forgettable. Same with the rest of this album. It just didn’t feel really special or interesting.
Ali Farka Touré
4/5
Just some really enjoyable stuff. Great vibe with a cool drink in the sun.
The Cramps
2/5
This did absolutely nothing for me
Sister Sledge
3/5
Some bangers but not enough between them.
Johnny Cash
5/5
Banger of an Album.
Donovan
2/5
2 good songs surrounded by okay songs
The Offspring
3/5
It’s punk rock but it’s not totally terrible. A few bits annoyed me but there where a few bits I found interesting.
John Grant
4/5
Really enjoyed this. Slightly too long but there's some really interesting stuff on this, if he'd cut out a few songs it would have been perfect for me.
Super Furry Animals
3/5
I started off liking it than I got a bit bored but I didn’t hate it. Would listen again.
Deee-Lite
2/5
I state off finding it interesting but it didn’t go anywhere for me which is a shame
Miles Davis
5/5
I just love the motherfucker.
Miles, Cannonball, Trane, and Bill Evans are some of my favourite jazz musicians and they come together so perfectly here.
Just perfect.
The Beach Boys
4/5
Really enjoyed this. Was toying with a 5 but the last track killed it for me. Not The Beach Boys at there best but damn close.
Al Green
5/5
Good album. Always loved Al Green.
Taylor Swift
2/5
Taylor Swift is my L’il Sebastian.
Blank Space, Shake it Off, I Wish You Would and Bad Blood are all good enough songs.
I don’t mind a wingy album or a relationship/love album but when you mix them both together I get tired and just start thinking, “Hey, you’re the common denominator here, maybe explore that?” And the album never does.
On a funny note, in Clean Taylor sings about a “Wine-stained dress”. I heard “Winestein-ed dress” which would have made for an interesting song.
PJ Harvey
4/5
What a lovely departure from 1989.
Beautiful lyricism that’s both complex and simple. Just a joy.
With a few more listens it may be a perfect 5 but for now
Jah Wobble's Invaders Of The Heart
2/5
Lots of enjoyable stuff but too varied to thoroughly enjoy for me. Also it all felt a bit basic for the genres and styles it was doing
Ian Dury
1/5
Never has an album made me as angry as this. Just absolute pure shit. He’s not even doing something interesting. I’d occasionally get to a song and for a second I thought it was good then I realised it was just not as pure shit as the last song. I now know how El G feels when he’s not listening to dad rock.
I have a pure hatred for Ian Dury now and want to exhume him so I can punch him in the face multiple times.
Radiohead
5/5
Great album, banging tracks. Just a joy whenever I listen to it
David Bowie
3/5
I like Bowie but this just didn’t do a lot for me. I’m sure I’m missing something but I just wasn’t massively impressed
The Afghan Whigs
4/5
Liked this a lot more than I thought I would. If I ever go through a breakup again I’ll have to add this to the circulation.
Jorge Ben Jor
4/5
Just really enjoyable and something a bit different
3/5
Just kind of middle of the road. Not bad but forgettable
Anita Baker
4/5
I just really enjoyed this, gave me similar vibes to George Michael who’s a babe
Ramones
5/5
Short and sweet songs and album. Aggressive without being aggressive which I quite like.
Never purposely listened to The Ramones but I’ve heard a load of their songs by living in the world.
The 50/60s pop influence works really well for me.
The Velvet Underground
3/5
This just didn't leave much of an impression on me. That being said I really liked Pale Blue Eyes, pure banger.
Queen
3/5
I liked it. 3.5
Björk
4/5
Just weird enough for me. Loved the ee cummings poem. Some bits felt too off the wall for me but I just enjoyed the journey.
The Avalanches
2/5
Frontier Psychiatrist was enjoyable. The rest bored me.
The Specials
3/5
The specials are like a bit shit, but in a good way? Like they’re just having a good time and vibing it. If I thought for one moment they took themselves seriously this would be a 1 star album.
Love
3/5
I got more into it as the album went on. Varied enough that it kept me interested.
Van Halen
2/5
Van Halen is talented but it feels like he’s constantly at 10 the entire time and the lack of dynamic changes makes me feel it’s unearned almost?
Really loved Ice Cream Man, but for 5 seconds of guitar solo at 1:47 it would have been a perfect song
Radiohead
4/5
I like Radiohead. This sounds like classic Radiohead but there’s nothing that felt like exceptional Radiohead
The Zutons
5/5
I only knew The Zutons as the guys who originally did Valerie. This is just a great sound I’d listen to again and again. Just perfect at what it’s doing
Cocteau Twins
3/5
Like the album, didn’t love it but then I heard the final track, Donimo and if the rest of the album had been on the level of that song I would have loved it. Instead it was just fine
Stan Getz
5/5
I just love this album. Give me this album, a sunny day and a cocktail or two and I’m happy.
3/5
I found it interesting enough, the cover of America wasn't bad but it didn't hold a candle to the original. Didn't hate it, didn't love it, less Yes and more Meh
Paul Weller
3/5
Some ups, some downs, but mostly in the middle
Elvis Presley
2/5
That 31 minutes dragged. Elvis seemed to have done like 5 good songs and then recycled them for his whole career.
David Bowie
4/5
Really enjoyed this. With a few more listens it may become a 5 but it’s not quite there
Justice
3/5
It’s a vibe and if I was hot and sweaty and drunk at a festival or something I would really vibe this. Instead I’m hot and sweaty and sober at home so I mostly liked it
Deep Purple
2/5
A bit too dad rock for me usually but I enjoyed some of this. It felt like a live album which is what i need from a live album.
Really enjoyed Child in Time.
I’ve never heard a good drum solo apart from Buddy Rich and the drum solo in The Mule was no exception, unimpressive, self indulgent and looooong. There was one bit of Space Truckin I liked but the other 18 1/2 minutes of that song, as well as everything else after The Mule was self indulgent and boring which sucks because the first 3 tracks peaked my interest.
Coldplay
2/5
People listen to Coldplay and voted for the nazis, you can’t trust people.
Didn’t hate it, well produced but it didn’t exactly grab me. Just a little beige.
Nanci Griffith
4/5
Manic Street Preachers
2/5
I can see why people would like this but it did very little for me. Just a bit middle of the road although it's well produced.
Fatboy Slim
3/5
I didn't hate this as much as I thought I would. Although Fucking in Heaven was Fucking shit.
The Rockafeller Skank gave me FIFA 99 Flashbacks which was fun even if the song annoyed me.
Praise You is great.
Meat Loaf
3/5
Bat Out of Hell is an incredible opening to an album.
The Intro to You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth was cringe as anything but the song itself was alright
I didn't mind Heaven Can Wait or All Revved Up with No Place to Go but they didn't grab me.
I don't actually think I've ever heard Two Out of Three Ain't Bad before listening to this album which is incredible because I reference it rather a lot. I really liked it, a little cheesy but I'll allow it.
Paradise By the Dashboard Lights was mostly great, the woman's lyrics in the Let Me Sleep On It section felt a bit ham-fisted but I guess the juxtaposition and the fact it took me out of it kind of worked maybe? Don't know if that's what they were going for though. Weak ending.
When that orchestra kicked in in For Crying Out Loud I digged it a lot.
Wagnerian rock is a perfect description of this album, I'll give Steinman that, although I doubt Wagner would have been a fan of Steinman with a surname like that.
Its a 3 but a high one
Kings of Leon
3/5
I liked the first 3 songs, then the next 3 weren’t great, then everything after that was middle of the road apart from Molly’s Chambers which I quite liked.
The Stone Roses
5/5
R.E.M.
5/5
I really liked this album, wasn't expecting to as much as I did but that's what this journey is all about. Nightswimming hit differently listening to it this time.
The Icarus Line
1/5
Actually liked the opening track. Hated the rest.
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
1/5
The whole album sucked apart from the last song which was an absolute joy to listen to.
Death In Vegas
4/5
Surprised how much I liked this. Started really strong and petered out a bit but enjoyable!
R.E.M.
2/5
This did nothing for me at all. Extremely forgettable which is in stark contrast to the REM album I had a couple of days ago.
DJ Shadow
3/5
I started off really liking this, there was a lot more musicality than I thought there was going to be and it felt like all the samples were elevated and used thoughtfully instead of just being a reference to that song you know.
That being said it did drag a bit and lost me in the middle. Some bits I really loved but maybe it was just a little long. I liked it a lot more than I thought I would but I didn’t love it.
Led Zeppelin
3/5
I was expecting a lot more and it just didn’t go there for me.
Cream
2/5
Meh. Even Guitar Hero 3 nostalgia couldn’t save this album.
Fatboy Slim
2/5
Just not for me
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
4/5
I, like Cady Haron, love Ladysmith Black Mambazo. I listened to this in optimal conditions, a pleasant sunny summers evening. Even then it didn’t hit the heights I was hoping for. I still loved it though, the walking baseline in How Long? Was cool and I liked Rain, Rain, Beautiful Rain.
The Fall
1/5
I used to think Punk was pretty bad, then I heard Post Punk.
Spoilt Victorian Children was weird.
3/5
I didn’t hate it. Some good tracks but didn’t blow me away. Wasn’t a fan of Bullet The Blue Sky.
Patti Smith
4/5
This was just really good. I love how many female artists I’ve discovered doing this who are bloody brilliant.
Goldie
2/5
I expected to hate this. Instead it kinda just passed me by. Long but fine.
Arctic Monkeys
5/5
When this came out I thought I was too cool for mainstream music so didn’t listen to much of Arctic Monkeys but every song of there’s I heard was a banger so I don’t really know what I was thinking.
This album is phenomenal though. Proper hypes me up, want to get drunk and rowdy with this as the soundtrack.
Slipknot
2/5
All Hope is Gone Indeed.
Fever Ray
2/5
Well produced, some interesting stuff, but it wasn’t for me.
Scott Walker
4/5
What a weird album. But it’s weirder how much I liked it.
Cat Stevens
5/5
Jeff Beck
3/5
It was alright, didn’t hate anything or love anything massively. Wouldn’t turn off but wouldn’t choose to put on. It gave me Faces vibes
Tim Buckley
3/5
Really enjoyed Strange Feeling, the All Blues riff was cool and yeah.
Gypsy Woman was too long but I didn’t hate it despite that which is odd.
Different enough to be interesting, didn’t love it as much as Jeff but I was impressed.
The Rolling Stones
2/5
I liked Shine a Light, the rest kind of bored me
Bob Marley & The Wailers
5/5
Listened through this a few times and it was good shit mon. I'd heard a few of the tracks before obviously but all the other ones were equally as good. Just an all-round blast of an album. Perfect length too.
The Title track was a banger.
Laibach
3/5
I don’t know what these guys believe and honestly I don’t think they do either. They’re just provocative which I guess is a choice.
Quite liked it, Geburt Einer Nation is better than One Vision, fight me.
I guess I kinda like Industrial? It’s provocative, it gets the people going.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2/5
I feel like I’m supposed to like Nick Cave but I just don’t. Dudes trying too hard.
The White Stripes
5/5
Not a bad song on the album.
I liked My Doorbell, Little Ghost, Take, Take, Take and I’m lonely (But I ain’t that lonely yet).
Take, Take, Take seemed like a fun commentary on parasocial interactions.
I’m lonely was just a fantastic way to end the album. It really built and hit hard, even teared up a bit.
Jurassic 5
4/5
Definitely feel this album had a lot more going on than I got in one listen but I still really loved it. It feels like one of those albums that if I listened to more would be a 5 star but for now it’s a high 4.
Brian Eno
4/5
Something completely different to most other things on this list. Super enjoyable to listen to while eating my breakfast and staring out the window at the world going by
R.E.M.
2/5
This is the third REM album I’ve listened to on this list. First one (Automatic For The People) thought was brilliant, the second (Murmur) did nothing for me and was very forgettable. This is more a murmur album. I do quite like The zone I love though.
Love
2/5
Alone Again Or is an incredible song and I love it so much. The rest of the album was fine.
Teenage Fanclub
2/5
I just didn’t get much out of this at all. It wasn’t bad I just didn’t get what I was supposed to enjoy about it.
Crosby, Stills & Nash
3/5
Hopelessly Hoping is slowly becoming a favourite song of mine, beautiful harmonies and a beautiful song. Apart from that the album was solid but it didn't grab me.
Arcade Fire
2/5
Exceptionally mid. Chris hit the nail on the head saying it was too boring to be worthy of a 1.
Paul McCartney
2/5
I just didn’t get this. Maybe I’m amazed was a highlight and bloody brilliant but the rest left no impression for me. It wasn’t bad, just uninspiring.
Was missing a bit of Laine I think.
Bauhaus
3/5
Love the Bauhaus Movement, some great art and design came out of it, it’s my vibe.
Bauhaus the band though? I didn’t hate it, it felt like they were doing something interesting but I didn’t love it.
ZZ Top
3/5
It was good and if I liked ZZ Top I’d bloody love it but they just don’t gel with me as much as I with they did.
Adele
4/5
Like others have said, the bangers are bangers. I thought the lesser known tracks would be worse. Apart from Rolling in the Deep then album started off weak for me but everything from Set Fire to the rain onwards was descent.
Syd Barrett
2/5
There's something interesting about this I guess but in a bit of a dull way. I'm happy for Syd that he managed to make his art but I don't love it.
It's kind of awkward that the best bit of art related to him is Wish You Were Here which he had nothing to do with apart from being missed.
Lucinda Williams
4/5
Solid 4. Would listen again
David Bowie
5/5
Top 3 Bowie Album for me. Just class. But maybe I’m biased, I just love young Americans.
Anthrax
3/5
As a major public figure, it pays to be vigilant around suspect packages. This comes from personal experience. When North Norfolk Digital was sent a box of heavy metal CDs, muggins here was about to open it when fellow DJ Rudy Gibson shouted over, ‘Careful, Alan. That contains anthrax.’
I looked at him, scarcely able to believe what he was suggesting. But he continued in more emphatic tones: ‘The box of heavy metal CDs, Alan. Contains anthrax. You understand? Anthrax?’
I ran to the boot of my car, pulling off my jumper and shirt, and then stood at my boot, slathering and rubbing my hands and face, chest and neck with handfuls of Swarfega. My colleagues watched from the upstairs windows, checking I was OK.
Of course, I quickly realised that Gibson had been joking and that Anthrax was the name of a heavy metal band or singer whose CD might have been in the box. I looked up at the window and waved and laughed and dressed and mused on how fantastic it was to have colleagues who could share practical jokes like this.
Sure enough, I got into the spirit and played a practical joke on Gibson by getting my assistant to phone him during one of his shows to tell him his elderly mother had had a fall. He was all over the place! But still, I think twice about opening strange packages.
It was alright, better than I expected.
Drive Like Jehu
1/5
Do you compute?? Do you want to fuck off?
Golden Brown, texture like shite
Luau? Lu ow my ears are bleeding from this shit music. (Actually this song was just a little bad to it’s credit)
What the fuck was the start of Super Union trying to achieve apart from annoying the listeners parents who can hear this album being blasted from their angsty son’s bedroom.
New Intro was fairly pleasant but that was maybe just in comparison to everything before.
The third worst version of New Math(s) I’ve heard (Lehrer, Burnham, these dweebs)
Human Interest was fine, I was fairly neutral to it.
Yeah just not that good music really. The only Yank Crime I care about is when those Massholes dumped a load of perfectly good tea in Boston Harbour.
Parliament
3/5
I like funk and this was good but it didn’t hit me in the soul like I want from funk. Well produced but felt a little heartless which was sad for me
Wilco
3/5
It wasn’t unpleasant but it wasn’t inspiring
2/5
Third 2 star album, maybe it’s just me at this point. There’s a reason most albums released are studio albums, live albums are unpolished and a bit shite. But I think unpolished is what these guys are going for which I honestly don’t hate. It’s better than your average live albums but it ain’t great
Thelonious Monk
5/5
Maybe I’m being generous but I just love jazz. Haven’t listened to enough Monk before this.
Beck
5/5
I only knew Beck as the head from Futurama before this.
Becks throwing a load of shit at the wall with this album and it almost all sticks for me.
Love the use of sampling in this which I don’t always. Just really enjoyable for me, will have to listen to more Beck
Jane's Addiction
3/5
Perfectly mid album. Some things I liked, some things I didn’t but it was a fun listen mostly.
Nick Drake
5/5
1 listen, gut reaction, 5 stars.
Lou Reed
4/5
Perfect Day is a perfect song for me, I just love it.
Everything up to Wagon Wheel was perfect (maybe not Make Up but it was weird in a way I liked)
I really didn't like New York Telephone Conversation but the rest was really solid. Maybe it should be a 5 but I can't bring myself to for some reason, even if it has 2 perfect songs on the album.
Elton John
5/5
Nothing I didn’t like about this. Just flowed perfectly. I don’t absolutely love it but it feels like a near perfect album.
Richard Hawley
1/5
The less I paid attention the more I liked it.
Cornershop
2/5
Meh
Linkin Park
1/5
Well this was just bad. I can’t stand Nu Metal, it seems to have very little musicality, and this album has almost none.
All Nu Metal sounds like satire of itself to me. If I made music this bad I’d kill myself.
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
4/5
I just love this style of music. 4 star. No notes
My Bloody Valentine
1/5
I thought the all lowercase song title was a modern stylistic choice. Turns out these guys were doing it in the early 90s.
It makes me irrationally angry, it feels like a choice to be different for the sake of being different. If I’m wrong I’m sorry but you’re no E E Cummings.
Probably would have been a 2 star but the lowercase left such a bitter taste in my mouth.
Moby
2/5
This just isn't for me. It's not bad at all but I finished listening to it and honestly can't remember any of it, even the songs I already knew.
Roxy Music
3/5
Interesting enough. Slightly more interesting than conventional rock but also less fun.
Robert Wyatt
4/5
I really vibed this. Don’t know why, it just did it for me.
Steely Dan
4/5
Steely Dan is the best of dad rock. Just great quality and enjoyable.
Led Zeppelin
4/5
Surprisingly solid
The Charlatans
3/5
It was pretty good
Japan
3/5
New Wave is just one of those genres I’m indifferent to. Sometimes I’m enjoying it, other times I’m indifferent to it. I never hate it though. This is solid New Wave
AC/DC
4/5
I feel dad rock falls on a spectrum of if a dad were to be driving me somewhere and he played this band do I think we’ll have a good chat or will he say stuff that was acceptable in the 70s but isn’t so much nowadays.
This falls into the latter but it’s still solid music. It’s dumb and load but it does that well.
Abdullah Ibrahim
3/5
It was pleasant enough but didn’t blow me away. I imagine if you don’t like jazz it was not so enjoyable
U2
3/5
People like U2 and that’s absolutely fine. I just don’t really care for them and I hope that’s fine too. Some nice enough songs but it just didn’t grab me.
Honestly, if I’m going to listen to Bono I’ll stick on I’ve Got You Babe.
Suede
4/5
I didn’t know what to expect, I really enjoyed the vibe. Felt unique enough
5/5
Oasis are alright but there's no way this is a great album? Surely they just have a few bangers and that's it? How wrong I was, banger of an album.
I was tempted to dock them a star for being City supporters but it's too good to do that.
Lambchop
3/5
Solid fine album. Didn’t pay too much attention but I enjoyed the bits I did tune into
Thin Lizzy
3/5
Live albums rarely do it for me. It’s so difficult to capture that gig vibe and this is no exception. That being said it is Thin Lizzy so it’s pretty good.
They’re one of the bands I listen to and hear Chris singing along to in my head. Not a bad thing, just an observation.
Public Enemy
4/5
I actually read the lyrics along whilst listening to this, definitely made it a more enjoyable listening experience being aware what they were rapping about.
Yeah, I don't dislike Public Enemy, they seem a little angry but if I was singing about 400 years of racial injustice and oppression I'd be pretty pissed off too.
4/5
I have to say it's a real tragady that this is the only foray into Ornette Coleman on this list, The Shape of Jazz to Come definitely feels more deserving of a place on this list than some of the dad rock I've had to slog through.
Never heard of John Zorn before but I love that he deliberately resists category and that can definitely be heard in this album.
According to Wikipedia the album approaches “free” jazz from the perspective of hardcore punk, particularly taking note of the contemporary innovations of thrashcore and grindcore. I don't fully know what that means but it makes something super interesting to listen to.
It's loud, it's chaotic and I love it.
Also, two drummers? That's insane in the best way.
The Rolling Stones
2/5
Just a bit bored by it. They seemed to be exploring loads of different music but it was all so surface level to me that it never did anything interesting
Brian Wilson
2/5
It was fine. Although I spent the whole album thinking I’d rather be listening to Pet Sounds
Arcade Fire
2/5
No thank you. Couldn’t get past the singers voice which just grated on me.
Brian Eno
2/5
I don't know who this is for but it's not for me. I'm sure Brian had a great time making it and I guess I'm happy it exists but it just didn't do anything for me.
The Notorious B.I.G.
4/5
Really enjoyed this mostly.
One More Chance didn’t do it for me but Biggy rescued it a few tracks later with the lyrics “You look so good, huh, I'll suck on your daddy's dick.”
Giving Puff Daddy a shoutout? It was of it’s time 🤷🏾♂️
Ummm that BJ??
Won’t listen to the album again but will give Juicy and Big Poppa the odd play. The intro got me hooked but I was expecting something more socially conscious from it and it didn’t quite hit that.
Beatles
3/5
It’s the Beatles so it’s good but every cover just made me want to listen to a better version.
Tears For Fears
3/5
Pretty good album for something that feels very 80s. Shout is a banger and Everybody Wants To Rule The World is too but I don’t like it as much. The rest didn’t do much for me, just felt a bit weird but not weird enough to be interesting.
Slayer
2/5
I felt like thrash metal might be my mood yesterday. It was okay.
A about Mengele and the holocaust for shock value didn’t sit right with me. You can say it’s to educate and inform but I don’t believe you, you just want to be an edgy boy.
The Fall
3/5
I’m surprised how much I didn’t hate it
Marvin Gaye
5/5
Man that intro just hooks me straight away.
Nothing bad to say. Love soul, love good social commentary, just love love love.
Tortoise
3/5
I didn’t hate it, it was nice while I was doing a jigsaw. Maybe not what Mr Tortoise was aiming for but I’ll add it to my jigsaw rotation
4/5
Felt like I was in São Paulo, not that I’ve ever been, but it felt right? For all I know it’s more Casa Bonita than São Paulo but the vibes got me
Deep Purple
2/5
It was fine. Smoke on the Water isn’t even that good a song
Paul Simon
5/5
Listening to this when the temperature is in the negatives is weird but still enjoyable. Can’t wait to but this album on in the summer when it’s sweltering and I have an ice cold shandy in hand
Judas Priest
4/5
Didn't like the flag shagging but that wasn't in the original release so I'm going to ignore it.
They're like shit, but in a good, fun way.
Travis
4/5
I kinda like Travis. Can’t be doing with hidden tracks though.
Creedence Clearwater Revival
4/5
I really liked it. Listened to it while shooting Lamonye Raiders and getting killed by an alligator. Would recommend.
Magazine
1/5
Not weird enough to be interesting, not good enough to be enjoyable.
Baaba Maal
1/5
No thank you, sorry Baaba
50 Cent
2/5
The bits I liked the most were the bits that didn’t feature 39 pence
Yes
1/5
All I could think of listening to this album was in Sound of Music when Liesl asks Captain von Trapp “Yes?” And he replies “No”
Christopher Plummer was channeling me
Beck
4/5
I liked it, not as Much as his other album with the cool looking dog but it was fun. Turns out Beck is more than just a head in a jar
My Bloody Valentine
2/5
Some albums benefit from a good sound system. You can hear the highs coming through crisp and feel the lows in your bones. This album is not one of those.
I first tried listening to this through mi decent headphones and thought they were broken, the noises coming through were less than pleasant. I then gave the album another go word my cheap running headband cum headphones and it was a much more pleasant experience.
Ryan Adams
5/5
Don't really know why, but instant classic. Nice sound, I just really liked it. I listened to the bonus tracks as Adams originally wanted to release it including those as a double LP so they count for me!
The Mamas & The Papas
4/5
Solid 4, maybe it's nostalgia but I like the vibes. California Dreaming is one of those songs that sound timeless
Dizzee Rascal
4/5
I kinda liked it, first three songs hit for me.
Highlights: I Luv U, Fix Up Look Sharp, Cut 'em off, Jus' a Rascal & Jezebel
Django Django
2/5
Indifferent
The Temptations
4/5
Short, sweet, solid album.
Marvin Gaye
4/5
I like this Gaye guy, he’s pretty good.
Bee Gees
2/5
A love song about Isreal hasn't aged well, although I don't know the politics and history enough to tell you whether this was a bad take in 1973.
Bee Gees are a weird one where I respect them as musicians but can't stand their music mostly.
Although this was all a little dull.
Iggy Pop
4/5
Really enjoyed it surprisingly as all the other Iggy and Stooges stuff I’ve heard I hated. Trailed off a bit at the end but solid.
Ella Fitzgerald
3/5
I liked it. Long like. Feels like a way to tick off Ella and Gershwin at the same time.
Kraftwerk
2/5
I feel like this was probably something in 1974 but in 2025 I'm left totally unphased
The KLF
4/5
I liked bits of it and didn't care for others but generally it was positive and well produced. Really liked Justified and Ancient, will listen to that more I reckon if I remember.
Creedence Clearwater Revival
3/5
I liked it, short and sweet but it didn't blow me away.
Metallica
3/5
Tried listening a few times and I’ve got nothing to say.
Cypress Hill
4/5
Really enjoyed it at the beginning, trailed a bit but it was solid enough for a 4 for me
Big Black
1/5
I just fucking hate punk. With some exceptions. This is not one of them.
Janis Joplin
4/5
Mostly liked it, a few bangers I'd heard before. Varied but in a good way.
Haircut 100
4/5
Very pleasant
Buck Owens
3/5
I mean it's fun and I enjoy listening to it but it's nothing incredible. I mostly just thought I'd rather be listening to Cash
The Band
3/5
Thought it was going to be a five but I think listening to anything after Genesis is going to sound amazing. Really enjoyed it to start with but Up On Cripple Creek got a bit repetitive and it got a bit boring after that
Portishead
4/5
I really quite liked this, it's not my usual jam and I don't know when I'd listen again but there was nothing wrong with it at all. Good job Portishead.
The Go-Go's
5/5
These guys are just fun and I’ll listen whenever. They caught me in a good mood but they do what they do so well. No song stands out but it’s just a solid whole album with every song being at least a 4/5. This album has left Skidmarks On My Heart.
Thundercat
4/5
I think I left my wallet in the club.
I really like this, it’s different and a vibe and I can tell the guys enjoying himself. Really enjoyed Tokyo and the collabs with K Dot and Wiz Khalifa but the whole album was really fun. I was going to see Thundercat play a gig but couldn’t for some reason, would like to at some point after this.
Iron Maiden
3/5
Dumb and fun I guess.
k.d. lang
1/5
I hated this with a passion. I don’t know why but I did
Television
1/5
Last night I watched the Super Bowl halftime show which was absolutely incredible. Kendrick Lamar finished with tv off. He was trying to warn me but I didn’t listen.
Blondie
5/5
3 months ago I worked on a Blondie tribute act and was quietly optimistic. I know some of their songs (Blondie is the name of the band, not the singer, something I learnt working that night!) and they’re pretty good. I finished the gig and was blown away by how much I enjoyed it. Now onto this album.
All good shit, 5 stars!
Megadeth
3/5
Not me, that’s who’s buying. I didn’t hate it but I’m no thrash fan
Leonard Cohen
4/5
Leonard Cohen is just growing on me. What a sad boy.
Neil Young
5/5
No notes, perfect album.
Bob Marley & The Wailers
3/5
It was alright, not as good as exodus though
Everything But The Girl
2/5
It made me bored but didn’t make me annoyed.
Blur
3/5
Came in with high hopes! A few good songs and a few great songs but too much mediocre stuff to make it a great album. In incredible 30 minute album padded out to 50
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
3/5
This wasn’t all that memorable which is a shame as I like Neil Young. Maybe a few more listens would do it for me but it’s a solid3 for now
Beyoncé
3/5
Man so many of these albums I enjoy until they start singing about sex in lurid detail and then I just find it a bit icky.
That Ike Turner line was in fucking poor taste. And can we leave Monica Lewinsky alone?
Drake? Ew. This is just an album of poor taste.
That being said the music is pretty good, if it wasn't for the stupid childish lyrics a load of the time it'd be a decent album.
Then we had certified lover boy
Ozomatli
1/5
I thought I was going to like this. I really did not. Very generic and uninspired.
4/5
I liked it
Primal Scream
4/5
I was listening to this thinking it wasn’t really for me but I still liked it. I think if you can achieve that you deserve four stars.
Bee Gees
2/5
It’s crazy how many people The Beatles influenced isn’t it? Imagine it being 1969 and you releasing a song that the Beatles could have done 5 years ago? Just give up on trying to be good Bee Gees and pivot to disco. It’s bad, but in a good way and you do it well
Otis Redding
3/5
I love Otis Redding but I don't think you can pick an album of his that's solid. Would have loved to see him live longer and see where his music went, there was so much potential but we live in the world we live in.
The Beach Boys
5/5
Big fan
Kate Bush
5/5
This albums fucking bonkers and I loved it. Just one listen and I don't think I fully appreciated it but that first impression was something special. Kate Bush at her Bushiest and I'm here for it.
Bob Dylan
4/5
Solid Dylan album, enjoyed it thoroughly but it’s not my favourite of his
Sonic Youth
4/5
Generous 4 but it impressed me
Giant Sand
4/5
Wasn’t too much of a chore, really enjoyed the chill vibe of this. Especially the song with rain in the background
Joan Armatrading
4/5
Really enjoyed this, not massively blown away but it's my kind of thing and she does it really well.
Laura Nyro
5/5
Just really digged this, it's a vibe I'm here for.
Laura Nyro seems like the kind of girl who would completely fuck my life up and I'd be into it.
The Mothers Of Invention
1/5
Fuck this for existing. Found out this is Frank Zappa, I've always thought I should get into him but maybe I was wrong.
The Byrds
3/5
Liked this less than the other Byrds album, still a 3 though
Ghostface Killah
3/5
I kinda liked it, the skits were fun and the music was good but it didn't do a lot for me.
Nick Drake
5/5
Man I really like Nick Drake, I can let my mind wonder and enjoy the music and love it or focus in on the lyrics and love it. Musically just magic.
Incredible Bongo Band
4/5
More songs need a Vibraslap in them, and for that reason I love Bongolia.
Caught me on a good day, stopped after Bongo Rock as that's the original release. It's nothing special but it's fun.
U2
3/5
I have nothing bad to say about U2. I have nothing good to say either really.
The Byrds
3/5
It was fine
Brian Eno
4/5
Something different, I liked it
Saint Etienne
2/5
The beginning really annoyed me. Thought I was going to hate it.
Warmed a bit to it with Nothing Can Stop Us but not enough
George Michael
5/5
Fantastic singer, fantastic songwriter and by all accounts a fantastic human being.
One of my favourite albums, Praying for Time comes in there like a wrecking ball and just gets me pumped for the whole album. Freedom! 90 is just an incredible song.
Love the album, love the man, George doesn't get enough love in my opinion.
Genesis
1/5
I just really hated this. Can’t explain it. On a different day it may have been different
10cc
3/5
Sheet music? More like Shite Music.
Only joking it was aight.
The big black mama in a tree was a choice.
Kacey Musgraves
4/5
Started off really liking this, there are some bangers on here I'll listen to again but it trailed off a bit at the end which is a real shame because it was close to a 5.
XTC
5/5
Maybe I'm being generous but I really liked this, solid sound with a load of influences I could hear but it still sounded unique. Might listen to more of these guys.
The Sugarcubes
2/5
I didn’t care for it
Bruce Springsteen
3/5
I just don't get the hype. Maybe if I approached this album never having heard of The Boss I might have liked it more but it's a bit late for that isn't it?
Madonna
5/5
Madonna, I owe you an apology. I wasn't really familiar with your game.
Mate, I really liked this.
Like A Prayer was descent but then the next few songs really got me going.
Till Death Do Us Part is a ballsy song and I love it.
Cherish is just great pop, if not a little long, would have been a perfect 3 minuter.
Act of Contrition has Princes fingers all over it and was weird and I liked it.
Grant Lee Buffalo
3/5
I might like it more after a few more listens
The Last Shadow Puppets
4/5
I couldn’t tell whether I liked this or not. I think I did?
Belle & Sebastian
4/5
I liked it.
Missy Elliott
2/5
I don't care for Missy Elliott
Big Star
2/5
I got nothing from this album
John Cale
2/5
I certainly didn’t hate this but it left me with absolutely no impression
Beach House
4/5
Didn't think this would be my thing at all but I really enjoyed it. Felt both chill and upbeat at the same time. I don't know when I'd ever listen to it but it was really enjoyable well made music.
Van Morrison
4/5
Pretty decent for a live album
Marianne Faithfull
4/5
Now I’m not usually one for vulgar songs but Why’d Ya Do It was great and earned the right.
The rest of the album was pretty great, liked the title track and last two songs the most
Motörhead
2/5
Imagine being Drake, you get publicly destroyed for being a nonce and then Lemmy was out there singing about underage girls sucking him off and he got a free pass.
George Michael
4/5
Side One is banger after banger, Side Two is a bit weaker but the last few songs are phenomenal and just a lovely way to finish the album.
Ryan Adams
4/5
Dude may be a bit of a prick but he writes a good tune
Boston
4/5
Solid dad rock.
Siouxsie And The Banshees
4/5
Really liked this. The cover of Helter Skelter was fun, definitely put their own twist on it which was nice.
Morrissey
4/5
Morrissey is a daft prick but I writes a good song
Traffic
5/5
Fuck it, 5 stars. Solid mix of tunes, there’s a song where killing and torturing someone is an extended metaphor for making beer. What more could you want?
Incubus
3/5
For being music I don’t really like it wasn’t all that bad. I kind of liked Battlestar Scralatchica
George Jones
4/5
This music can be hit or miss with me but I quite liked it. She Told Me So was a particular favourite
Gillian Welch
5/5
I think I listened to this album at the perfect time, let me set the scene:
I’ve just got back from the shops having bought some things for the house. Nothing fancy, a few cushions for the sofa and some artwork for the walls. It’s not much but it brightens the place up and it feels more like home. It’s a cool March evening, you can tell Springs trying to fight through but it’s still a little chilly.
I put this on and start pottering around the house, folding washing and putting it away, staring out my window at the cars and people crossing the bridge over the river. It’s still light outside, we’re in the golden hour.
I do the last few jobs I need to get done around the flat, washing up and tidying away after putting up those paintings.
I sit down on the sofa as this albums coming to an end, the new cushions are great and I’m looking at the William Morris artwork that I’ve put up with the quote on the bottom “Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.”
It’s dark outside now, the days gone but every day from now it’ll stay a little lighter for a little longer. I’m quietly content, the only thing I’m missing is a cold glass of white wine as I take a moment to myself and just enjoy it. I’m happy.
Femi Kuti
3/5
Liked it, didn’t love it. It’s no Zombie
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2/5
Well now I've listened to this I've only got 2 more Nick Cave albums on this list to listen to so that's something I guess?
How the hell does this guy appear 6 times on this list? It's not bad, but like, what the hell am I missing with this geezer? Each additional album has added absolutely nothing and is just more of the same apart from Junkyard, which was absolute dogshit.
Amy Winehouse
5/5
I’m sure a lot of jazz purists take issue with Winehouse but is there anything more authentically jazz than battling with substance abuse throughout your life?
Love love love this album
ABBA
4/5
I've worked on a few ABBA tributes in my time and I always enjoy it but it always feels a bit ironic. Like ABBA are a bit shit so if the tributes are shit it's fine, it's inkeeping.
But ABBA were descent, I really enjoyed the whole of this album. Everything up to One of Us I really enjoyed, Two For The Price of One was a bit dull but Slipping Through My Fingers was honestly such a beautiful song that I've never properly listened to, I teared up a bit TBH.
Fuck it, ABBA are actually good and I like them. Maybe I'm beaing generous but I miss Rozza driving me to work and us listening to ABBA Gold. Now that's a 5 star album.
Peter Tosh
3/5
I thought I'd either love this or hate this, turns out I was kind of indifferent.
Legalize it? Yes, but don't play the song, it's a bit shite. I liked Ketchy Shuby though.
Stereo MC's
2/5
Nothing stood out, good or bad. Utterly forgettable.
The Mars Volta
2/5
This both did nothing for me and also annoyed me. I don’t know what it is about this style of singing but it just gets on my tits.
Circle Jerks
3/5
The most punk punk album. Short sweet and to the point, I still don’t like punk but I appreciate and respect this album. Plus the first song is great legal advice which gets it an extra star
The Go-Betweens
2/5
I got nothing from this album, utter indifference
The Verve
3/5
Enjoyed lots of it but it didn’t grab me and dragged a bit. A high 3
Ice Cube
2/5
Nah, bits I liked but it didn’t do much for me. Came in with high hopes and was disappointed
The Boo Radleys
3/5
I really enjoyed the last song. It was a fun vibe but wasn’t enamoured. I’ve heard better albums called Giant Steps.
My Bloody Valentine
3/5
Better than there other album. Tolerable
Venom
2/5
Really great satire of heavy metal. The devil worshipping and death shtick was funny.
Wait, this isn’t satire? Oh dear, oh dear.
Miriam Makeba
4/5
It’s a different vibe, really enjoyed it.
Eminem
3/5
There’s something really gay about extreme homophobia isn’t there?
I liked some songs to an extent. Was enjoying Stan but the ending beat me over the fucking head in the most obnoxious way I ended up hating it.
Part of me feels like Eminem thinks his fans are morons and enjoys fucking with them.
Tom Waits
4/5
You know what, this could have been a 5. Close but pretty darn good.
Ray Charles
4/5
Solid stuff Ray, close to a 5 but not quite
Rush
4/5
You know what? This was alright.
Yes
3/5
The best Yes album I’ve been made to listen to because of this damned list
The Replacements
3/5
I liked some bits. I didn’t like others. It was short at least?
Leonard Cohen
4/5
Good stuff, I like this Cohen geezer.
B.B. King
3/5
I love and respect the influence King has had on music but this didn’t do all that much for me. Felt very disjointed for a live album.
The Black Crowes
4/5
Was expecting very little and came away very impressed. Could have been a 5 on another day
Pet Shop Boys
2/5
It's shit, but it's well produced shit? Like I can't hate them for having terrible taste in music but I can hate the music. It's a weird place to be honestly.
This is the musical equivilent of Michelangelo sculpting David out of shit.
Megadeth
4/5
Fair play, for music that’s not for me this was descent. Generous 4
Rahul Dev Burman
4/5
More of this please. Different and fun.
Jacques Brel
3/5
I can't tell if I'm lauging at this guy or with this guy but I kinda enjoyed it and he seemed fun. Listening to a guy who's known for his wit and not understanding the language is certainly a barrier but I had a good time with Jacques.
Beastie Boys
3/5
I liked it well enough but it dragged a bit
Little Simz
5/5
I came in with kinda low expectations which is honestly the way to do this list. I was blown away. Loved the wide amount of instruments involved. I was thinking it was giving me slight Michael Kiwanuka vibes and he collabs on the last track!
Venom was a highlight for me but I loved it all a lot.
Beatles
5/5
I came into this expecting to give it a low score, I'd listened to it a few times in the past and had written it off as interesting but not necessarily good.
Listening this time I was waiting to get annoyed by it at some point but it never came. Revolution 9 isn't as bad as I thought it was going to be but it did feel unnecessarily long.
It's a good album, nothing felt like filler, and it's pretty influential. You get five stars, definitely belongs on this list.
Madness
2/5
I did not enjoy this at all and I thought I would. New Delhi was a choice, as was the album cover.
Elis Regina
4/5
Listened to this lounging on the roof at work, it was warm and lovely. There was so much going on with this album surprisingly, music kept changing up in interesting ways.
Supergrass
4/5
You know what? It was pretty good.
Steve Winwood
2/5
I just found this kind of boring. I had no problem with it but it just felt like it wasn’t doing anything interesting or worth talking about
Roni Size
3/5
Ran a half marathon and listened to most of this. I don’t get Drum and Bass but this was fine. I’m sure it was influential for the genre but I don’t care mate. Generous 3 as I was happy with my half marathon time
Roxy Music
2/5
I thought I might like it then every song was the same
Janet Jackson
4/5
Yeah, pretty good. I love that this album used to brake computers.
The B-52's
4/5
Surprised how much I enjoyed this. It’s a unique vibe.
Neil Young
4/5
I liked it, with a few more listen it could become a 5
Norah Jones
5/5
Great songs, perfect for the bath after finishing a long run.
Sonic Youth
3/5
I liked this more than I thought I would. That being said I didn’t love it. High 3 for these guys
Marty Robbins
3/5
I tried to listen to this whole album but it just kept playing Big Iron. 10/10 would recommend.
The Doors
3/5
Listened to this while paddle boarding. I wanted to like this more than I did. Light My Fire was too long and self indulgent but the rest of the album I didn’t dislike. Felt it showed it’s age a bit but they did alright them doors
Randy Newman
4/5
I’m always feeling a little randy to be honest. Sail Away was a highlight, Political Science was great. Just enjoyed the whole thing.
Eric Clapton
2/5
It was okay but man fuck Eric Clapton
PJ Harvey
2/5
Sorry PJ, love your other albums but this missed for me. The fact she’s not afraid to mix things up is a positive for me though.
Happy Mondays
4/5
Different enough that I kind of enjoyed it.
Coldplay
4/5
Maybe I've given Coldplay too much slack. This was enjoyable
Malcolm McLaren
3/5
A hate the culture vulture vibes and I hate how much I liked it. Just credit the artists you steal from dude. White people, eh?
Tracy Chapman
5/5
Good shit. Hit pretty hard.
Joe Ely
4/5
I enjoyed it. Initially ironically and then I actually got into it.
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades
4/5
I love dancing to it, just listening to it was less fun but still enjoyable
Gil Scott-Heron
4/5
I like Gil, solid album of him doing his thing.
The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
2/5
Some bits I kind of liked but it was too incoherent
Soft Machine
1/5
Man fuck prog rock and fuck the Canterbury scene. This is unbelievably pretentious and that's coming form a jazz lover.
The White Stripes
4/5
Solid album, 7 nation army is a banger but I feel it could play with dynamics more if I'm honest. Not as good as the othe White Stripes album IMO but I still quite liked it.
Mariah Carey
2/5
Pop by numbers
Stevie Wonder
4/5
Very solid album, love everything on here. Didn’t know They Won’t go When I Go was Stevie originally and really liked his version, i think more than the George version (sorry!)
Pentangle
5/5
Just really bloody loved this. Tight
Sheryl Crow
3/5
Started off thinking I was going to quite like it, then it just became okay.
Common
2/5
Nah, not for me
Jane Weaver
2/5
I’ll usually get an album like this and think, I don’t get it but let’s do some research to contextualise it. There was no contextualisation of this album that I could find. It was fine but undeserving to be on this list.
The xx
4/5
Maybe it deserves a 5 and it may have got it on more listens. Loved the use of male and female vocals, felt very unique.
Kanye West
3/5
I wasn’t too sure, you get a 3 for ending on Gil Scott-Heron. I like Kanye when he’s not trying to be clever. I don’t like thinking about his two black balls.
I also don’t like Nazis.
a-ha
1/5
Knowing me, Elliot Roberts, knowing you, a-ha. A-ha!
I hated this. Even Take on Me couldn’t save this album. It’s like an alien tried to make 80s music and did a shit impression of the worst parts.
Ramblin' Jack Elliott
1/5
Woody Guthrie with no bite. Talented but heartless for me.
Bob Dylan
4/5
Solid Bob.
Pet Shop Boys
3/5
I both hate this and can’t bring myself to hate this. It’s odd.
Leonard Cohen
4/5
Opening track was a banger and if the rest of the album was at that level it would be a very solid 5. The rest was really good but not great enough for a 5.
Tom Waits
5/5
Was a vibe and I absolutely loved it. The talking bits were great, the songs were great, the piano. It was just perfect for me.
Ash
3/5
It was fine
The Rolling Stones
2/5
I got nothing from this, maybe it's harsh but I just don't see the appeal. Sympathy for the Devil is pretty good though.
2/5
I felt like I was listening to a bunch of middle age guys doing covers of Beatles b sides. It was kinda bad but I couldn’t bring myself to hate it
Faust
3/5
I was hoping this would be a telling of the Germanic Legend. It was not.
Sonic Youth
2/5
Not for me. Didn’t completely hate it though
Adele
4/5
This album is like the film Apollo 13, I liked it. Although this album doesn’t have Tom Hanks or Kevin Bacon in it so it loses a star for that.
Cyndi Lauper
3/5
I heard Witness as Wet Nurse which was funny. It was fine with a few bangers.
The xx
3/5
Its pleasant but didn’t really leave me with anything.
Fleetwood Mac
5/5
Fleetwood Mac made some of their best music while fighting.
Rumours.
No, it's all true.
Crowded House
4/5
Generous but I liked it
Julian Cope
4/5
I liked this more than I thought I would to be fair.
Peter Gabriel
2/5
Solsbury Hill is a banger and possibly one of my favourite songs, it just gets me right in the heart. But the rest of this album really annoyed me and I wanted to like it! Oh well onto So which is a five star album.
Peter Gabriel
5/5
Love this album and every song hits for me. Teasing me with some Kate Bush in don’t give up will always make me happy.
Basement Jaxx
2/5
Not for me
Billy Bragg
5/5
Now this is punk.
Oh man I really liked this. Gives me Woody Guthrie vibes obviously.
There is Power in a Union always gets me going.
Help Save the the Youth of America I really enjoyed, I'm so used to people slagging off America and it feeling really smug and condescending but this feels like Bragg genuinely cares and believes in the country and that it's just lost it's way.
Thatcher Fucked the Kids
Pere Ubu
1/5
On a positive note, I only had to listen to this for 35 minutes. On a negative notenote, I had to listen to this for 35 minutes.
Fuck post punk with a rusty dildo.
Sonic Youth
3/5
I liked this more than I thought I would I guess?
The Killers
5/5
Starts off with 4 absolute bangers. The rest of the album is good but doesn’t hit those heights again. If they reordered the tracks on the album it’d be a very solid unquestionable 5 but instead it’s just a regular 5
Nick Drake
5/5
I like Nick Drake a lot.
Snoop Dogg
3/5
Didn't listen intently, didn't feel I missed much.
3/5
Short and absolutely fine.
Muddy Waters
4/5
Good stuff for me.
Dinosaur Jr.
2/5
Could have been a one but I’m being generous
Rufus Wainwright
2/5
Want two, get two
Spiritualized
2/5
Too boring to be a one
Ray Price
4/5
Don't know why but I just enjoyed this, it felt pretty sincere. You get 4 Ray, enjoy them.
Spiritualized
1/5
Ladies and Gentlemen we are wanking ourselves off throughout this album.
Paul Simon
5/5
Good stuff
Frankie Goes To Hollywood
3/5
Too many covers I think that didn’t really add much to the original. Started off strong but waned.
The Good, The Bad & The Queen
2/5
I’ve already forgotten what this sounded like.
Willie Nelson
3/5
It grew on me at the end there
The Modern Lovers
3/5
Part of me feels this was shit but I really enjoyed it. Having just come back from New England all the Boston & Mass references put a smile on my face.
Run-D.M.C.
2/5
Madonna
2/5
Came in with high hopes. Did not enjoy this at all.
Joan Baez
3/5
Dolly Parton
3/5
Joni Mitchell
4/5
I liked it but there are bits of this album that definitely remind me about the whole blackface thing.
Marilyn Manson
1/5
So edgy.
Creedence Clearwater Revival
3/5
Pretty good shit, not much variety but it does what it does well.
Bobby Womack
5/5
Loved this man.
Dexys Midnight Runners
4/5
I came in with low expectations but this was really solid. The end of Come on Eileen always annoyed me but with the context of the album I quite like it. The whole album was just really fun.
Elton John
5/5
Banger after banger. Just enjoyed the whole album.
The Teardrop Explodes
2/5
Why is this in this list?
Robert Wyatt
1/5
What the hell was that about??
Alice Cooper
3/5
I like Alice Cooper, I don’t love them. Having some West Side Story was a surprise but a welcome one.
Curtis Mayfield
3/5
I love Curtis Mayfield but this isn't even his best album. The album cover absolutely slaps though. I enjoyed it, didn't love it.
Jamiroquai
4/5
This is just unbelievably fun.
Carole King
4/5
This made me feel like a natural woman, don’t tell the TERFs.
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
3/5
I get that this was influential and I don't dislike it but I just don't get it. I do wonder if Buddy would be so revered if he hadn't died so young and suddenly. 2.5 I guess but I'll round it up for him, he seemed like a nice young man.
Tom Waits
5/5
Just went on a deep dive of Tom Waits. He’s still alive?? Weird guy who’s done all sorts and I’m here for it
The Beach Boys
4/5
One listen. Gut instinct 4 star. The Brian Wilson news sucked, dude is a world class musician and will be missed. The music and harmonies in this are so weird but they work so well. What a pioneer.
The Doors
2/5
I don’t know how to rate this, does that make it a 3? Or does me not knowing make it less? Like an album I didn’t enjoy will at least stick with me and I found interesting in a bad way. The 37 minutes I spend listening to your album will be lost in time, like tears in rain. Time to die.
Sebadoh
2/5
Make your mind up mate, are you angry or not? It's not bad enough to elicit an emotional response from me but it's pretty bad. Does that make it worse? Who knows. Get out of here Sebadoh and think about what you've done.
GZA
2/5
It was alright mate, no idea how to pronounce GZA if that means anything?
The Pharcyde
4/5
This was some of the most childish, immature shit I've heard in an album. There's so much musical talent and they're not taking themselves seriously which led to me really enjoying it.
Roxy Music
2/5
I expected more, got absolutely nothing from this.
Klaxons
4/5
This was just good fun, I've heard some of the songs before but never thought of them, then heard them and was like "Oh yeah, this is good stuff" which is a testemant to it.
The Specials
3/5
They're just fun aren't they. High 3
Fairport Convention
5/5
I'd heard of the name Fairport Convention and assume I'd hate them. I don't know why. Then I found out they were British Folk and thought I'd hate them even more. But they were bloody great. I thought the jump from A Sailor's Life to Cajun Woman was a little harsh but on the LP it would have worked perfectly.
It definitely sounds old but also timeless, Sandy Denny had such a beautiful voice.
This album made me feel things.
Dirty Projectors
1/5
This album gave me the ick.
Jeru The Damaja
4/5
I really enjoyed this.
Lou Reed
2/5
I did not massively love this. I thought it was going to be a live album which I was not looking forward to but it still wasn't good. Very on the nose lyrically which I always find so dull. Musically it was interesting enough.
"Sad song" You can't just have your songs announce how they feel! That makes me feel angry!
LL Cool J
1/5
I was enjoying it until he said he wouldn't rape me. Then he started talking about cereal.
Christina Aguilera
4/5
Some bangers on her. Not quite back to basics and it trailed off at the end but I really liked it still
John Lennon
2/5
I have no words, only a sound. Meh.
The Jesus And Mary Chain
5/5
I thought this was really good. There are other albums I’ve rated lower that I liked more but I couldn’t say anything bad about this album.
The Soft Boys
4/5
It was aight. Liked it more than I thought I would but not amazing. Generous 4.
Simply Red
2/5
I don't know why but Mick Hucknall has such a damn punchable face for me. I struggled to get past that listening to this album.
I kinda liked Sad Old Red.
Did not expect a song on Reganomics but sure, why not! (Turns out its a cover and doesn't do much different from the original which is a cardinal sin IMO)
Holding Back the Years ain't all that good.
Stan Getz
2/5
I like a bit of Samba I thought, Getz/Gilberto is a favourite of mine but this didn't grab me at all really. It felt to wishy washy.
Tom Waits
5/5
Man I just really like Tom Waits. I could completely understand if someone hated him but this just does it for me. Kinda weird, super talented and unapologetically himself.
Oasis
2/5
“Mom, can we have (What's The Story) Morning Glory??”
“No, we have (What's The Story) Morning Glory? at home”
(What's The Story) Morning Glory? at home:
Slade
3/5
I might just stick to listening to these guys around xmas.
PJ Harvey
5/5
I bloody love PJ Harvey. What an album.
When this 1001 Journey is over I think I need to make the effort to listen to the Mercury Prize winner each year because everyone I've heard so far has been grand.
The Yardbirds
4/5
I quite liked it. It sounded more modern that it is which is impressive.
Doves
3/5
I feel there might be a really good album here but I just couldn't find it on one listen. Maybe it would be higher after a few listens but who has the time?
The Streets
5/5
I could probably say a lot about this but I won’t. Genuinely felt like a near perfect album, took me on a journey and loved it.
The end of the something i did not want to end,
Begining of hard times to come.
But something that was not meant to be is done,
And this is the start of what was.
Moby Grape
4/5
Maybe it's the flu but I really quite liked this.
Suede
4/5
Another one I liked.
Kelela
3/5
Not for me but not bad I guess?
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
1/5
Aged as bloody milk more like
Billie Holiday
5/5
Easy 5. Love Lady Day.
2Pac
3/5
It was okay I guess, not my thing really but I'm a middle class white dude.
Aerosmith
2/5
This album smells like teenage boy.
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
2/5
Could do with a lamb bhuna
Dwight Yoakam
2/5
New York Dolls
2/5
I don’t get it
Gene Clark
5/5
I really liked this. Didn’t really care for any of The Byrds discography all that much but I really enjoyed this. It’s a low 5 but a 5 none the less. Would definitely put this on in the evening to relax.
Lorde
4/5
Slipknot
2/5
Simmer down mate. I thought the drums were good then realised it’s the same thing ad nauseam.
The Flaming Lips
5/5
Discovered this album at Uni and haven’t listened to it for years. Loved it then, love it now.
Tori Amos
5/5
I thought this was bloody brilliant. It was pretty heavy so I don’t know when I might listen to it again but I thought it was such an amazing album.
Black Sabbath
4/5
Pretty decent shit.
William Orbit
1/5
I wish this didn’t exist. I don’t understand the appeal at all
The Shamen
2/5
Maybe it I was suffering from Oxygen Restriction I’d be able to tolerate this.
Björk
2/5
I’m so happy Björk exists and is able to do her thing. That being said this was too out there for me. But this is what this list should be about, give me the weird shit!
Bad Company
4/5
Pretty good for classic dad rock. Just heavy enough for my taste.
The Coral
3/5
One of the most 3 star albums I’ve ever 3ed
Koffi Olomide
4/5
It was fun. Not my usual thing but it’s nice to hear something different.
Ravi Shankar
3/5
I'm glad to get this instead of some dad rock. It was alright, educational but I felt pretty indifferent about it.
The Verve
3/5
Meh
Fleetwood Mac
3/5
A lot going on here, didn't feel that cohesive which is a shame. Stevie Nicks has a cracking voice.
Hole
4/5
I actually quite like grunge when women are involved. Don't know what that says but it's an interesting observation isn't it?
Fairport Convention
4/5
Good stuff
Morrissey
4/5
Morrissey may be a cunt but he writes a good tune.
Steely Dan
4/5
This was both really enjoyable and fairly forgettable. I liked it but there’s no stand out track even if it’s really well done music. You get a 4 for being so funky.
Goldfrapp
4/5
Extremely pleasant.
Quicksilver Messenger Service
3/5
Prog rock Im indifferent to? Impressive. Usually it gets some emotional reaction from me but this was just alright.
John Martyn
4/5
Another Solid One
Queens of the Stone Age
3/5
Started off strong but lost me after these aren't the droids you're looking for.
Elvis Costello
4/5
I really enjoyed this. Songs have been stuck in my head for a while.
Nina Simone
3/5
What a weird one, I love Nina Simone and this album has some great tracks on it but it doesn’t grab me as much as a lot of her other stuff.
Billy Joel
5/5
I’ve listened to this album so many times but not for so long.
I went in Blind, obviously I knew The Stranger would be on there but beyond that I didn’t know what else.
BANGER. AFTER. FUCKING. BANGER.
I’m singing along, I’m vibing. It’s so fucking good. The closest Joel comes to a bad track is Get it Right The First time and honestly I think it’s a good song that looks a bit shit in comparison to the rest of the album. Oh my good, possibly best Album on this list for me even if I admire other artists more. 5 is not enough.
R.E.M.
1/5
These guys are so hot and cold. This album is cold as anything.
Santana
4/5
Some absolutely great tunes on this. Oye Como Va is one that I can now put a name to. I listened to Samba Pa Ti with my eyes closed picturing mega food like the old M&S advert which was delightful.
Led Zeppelin
4/5
Pretty good stuff, I’m just not a Zeppelin guy.
Duran Duran
3/5
It was alright, I kinda like Duran Duran but also don’t?
The Smiths
5/5
Listened to this when I was tired and grumpy. Perfect.
KISS
2/5
I listened to Flaming Youth as if it was a gay anthem and it made it infinitely better.
Sabu
2/5
Fine.
Kate Bush
3/5
This Woman’s Work is a banger but I don’t love the rest of the album all that much. Sorry Kate
M.I.A.
4/5
MIA is a weird one but I do like her music. I don’t think this is as good as Kala, it feels a little less mature of an album. But maybe that’s the 5G altering my brain.
Earth, Wind & Fire
4/5
Came for the Earth and Wind, stayed for the Fire.
Scissor Sisters
5/5
Pretty Gay innit?
Randy Newman
4/5
I do like Randy Newman. Maybe this will grow on me like Sail Away but I don’t think it was quite as good for me.
Echo And The Bunnymen
3/5
Started off thinking this would be really good. I liked it, didn’t love it.
Taylor Swift
2/5
i strongly believe there has never and will never be an album that uses the stylistic choice of all lowercase that is actually good. it seems to be a choice for choices sake and never adds anything, i would love to be proven wrong but this album doesn't do that.
lyrically there's some really good stuff here, i have to give taylor swift credit for that. however, musically it all sounds very similar. i would say i've never heard any of the songs on this album before but they're so forgettable i very much could have.
kinda liked no body, no crime but it just made me want to listen to No Woman, No Cry. that was until she mentioned taking out a big life insurance policy, that lyric felt pretty bad and out of place and took me out of it which is a shame.
are there any taylor songs that are particularly introspective? she has such lyrical talent but she never seems to turn the lens onto herself critically.
Tim Buckley
5/5
Just really rated this, was a fun listen. Don't know how often I'll listen again but I think it deserves a 5.
King Crimson
3/5
This prog rock shit can be so hit or miss for me. I thought I was going to hate it but it wasn’t bad. Would definitely listen again at home with a doobie or two. If you’re going to go weird call your song 21st Century Schizoid Man and I’ll be more forgiving.
The Cardigans
4/5
Really enjoyed this, a bit of a dip in the middle but the cover of Iron Man was really original which I liked. For some reason I thought Lovefool was by Kylie. I’m silly sometimes.
The Byrds
3/5
It was aight, more interesting than I thought it was going to be, that alien shit came out of nowhere.
Bruce Springsteen
5/5
I’ve always liked The Boss but never got it. This album is definitely my favourite and surprised me. Give me more stripped back shit like this.
Electric Light Orchestra
3/5
I came in with high hopes, some good bits. If I hadn’t heard a lot of their influences this would have blown me away but I have so at times it felt like a weak imitation.
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
2/5
Am I supposed to like Elvis Costello? Because I don’t. I just get nothing from this guy.
4/5
It’s no Village Green but it was solid.
Flamin' Groovies
3/5
Teenage Head: A bit rough and ready but in the best way.
Eels
4/5
Eels up inside ya, finding and entrance where they can. I spent most of this album thinking the singer sounded familiar and then the shrek song came on and it all made sense. I really liked this for music I wouldn’t really like most of the time.
4/5
This is so unapologetically 80s that I loved it and I usually hate that 80s sound.
Aimee Mann
3/5
One of those albums that was pleasant to listen to but I got to the end and forgot what I’d listened to really. Nothing negative, nothing massively positive.
Holger Czukay
4/5
This guy walked so others could run. I liked the walking better myself.
Joni Mitchell
5/5
Stuck this on while in the bath, perfect.
Harry Nilsson
3/5
What a weird mix of music to have on one album. I liked it all, the originals tended to be better than the covers I think but as an album no. Even if I really like the opening track.
Kate Bush
5/5
I just love Kate Bush.
Pixies
2/5
A slog at 38 minutes. Not for me at all sorry.
Billy Bragg
5/5
Billy Bragg and Woody Guthrie? Yes please! This album is definitely going to grow on me but I’m already loving it.
The Doors
3/5
The Doors are fine, aren’t they?
Butthole Surfers
2/5
I prefer Snakebite Abortion Technician
David Bowie
5/5
What a bloody Swan Song
The Triffids
2/5
I don’t really remember this. It weren’t too bad though i guess.
Booker T. & The MG's
2/5
I started this quite liking it, then it all got very much the same. Electronic Organs are okay in moderation.
Black Flag
3/5
Sam Cooke
4/5
Had a little boogie to this with my girl. Good times.
Mj Cole
3/5
I wasn’t opposed to this.
Neil Young
3/5
I wanted to rate it higher because it’s Neil Young but it was just alright
N.E.R.D
2/5
I choose die
The Police
4/5
Fuck the police but these three are great. Drumming in particular does it for me.
Janelle Monáe
4/5
There’s definitely more than one listen in this album, definitely worth a deep dive but first reaction is great.
Lenny Kravitz
3/5
I did kinda like it but it didn’t feel all that special.
Radiohead
4/5
Solid Radiohead that I’ve never heard before
The Kinks
5/5
I could have sworn this album had already come up. For some reason I’ve listened to this album since starting doing this. I just think this is perfect
Steely Dan
5/5
Everything on this was great. The first half is super strong, it gets a little weaker from there and the last song was a miss for me but the rest was so so good