Jan 05 2024
Imagine
John Lennon
Aside from the title track starts very slow. Forgettable melodies. Picks up as it goes on. Can hear how Tom Petty was influenced by him. Gimme Some Truth probably my favorite.
4
Jan 08 2024
Bossanova
Pixies
Opening song immediately took me to Muse - Knights of Cydonia (sp). Also hear The Talking Heads. This album came out in 1990 and I never heard any of this nor ever heard of Pixies being talked about. Harmony section of “The Happening” is a highlight. Overall exactly as I expected. Imagine myself in a coffee shop in Brooklyn being served coffee by a dude in a. brown sweater and beanie with a beard. Second listen is much better. I like this album.
5
Jan 09 2024
Darkness on the Edge of Town
Bruce Springsteen
Already knew the hits from this one - I did discover Racing in the Streets, Candy’s Room and Something in the Night. Bruce bores me, no denying his genius though.
4
Jan 10 2024
It's Blitz!
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
This is a fun album - charismatic voice, great production, no filler. I really enjoyed this. Stand outs are Zero, Hysteric, Soft Shot and Heads Will Roll. My 16 year old son said Heads Will Roll is still a house party staple, can get play in weight rooms. Best album generated on this program so far.
5
Jan 11 2024
Abraxas
Santana
On first listen I was surprised how much I like the album as a collective whole. Songs like Black Magic Woman and Oye Como Va as stand alone songs are boring as hell to me. As part of collection it feels different. Mother’s Daughter was an immeadiate highlight to me on first listen and I really like Samba Pa Ti. That said - it’s still boring but you can’t deny his talent. The thing that really is annoying is he sounds like my brother in law singing.
3
Jan 12 2024
In The Court Of The Crimson King
King Crimson
I always see this record as a must listen for an innovator in the prof rock genre. Been meaning to listen - excited for this one. Have a feeling it will take a couple of listens. Well, it’s fine. Of course it’s innovative, progressive, talented musicians etc. It’s just pretty boring. I “liked” a song or two but I’ll likely never come back to this album.
3
Jan 15 2024
Catch A Fire
Bob Marley & The Wailers
Zzzzzz….so boring. If I want to listen to Bob Marley I’ll put on Legend.
3
Jan 16 2024
Seventeen Seconds
The Cure
Definitely a moody album - not as winey as i thought it would be. I liked it but didn’t blow me away by any means.
3
Jan 17 2024
Being There
Wilco
Didn’t know what to expect from Wilco - figured just another indie 90s band. I really like this album. I will listen to this one often. That said it’s bloated - cut the filller and it would be awesome. Too long.
4
Jan 18 2024
Live At The Star Club, Hamburg
Jerry Lee Lewis
This was actually awesome. Studio recordings of these songs are soooo boring but I felt the energy in the live recording. Enjoyed this one.
4
Jan 19 2024
Sound of Silver
LCD Soundsystem
Monotonous, boring dance music - nothing catchy, nothing makes me want to go back to this album. One interesting song is New York, I Love You…but that’s it.
2
Jan 22 2024
Songs From The Big Chair
Tears For Fears
Of course I knew all the hits from this one. Head Over Heels is my favorite form this. Good album - nothing new to discover here. I’ll likely never come back to it.
3
Jan 23 2024
This Is Fats Domino
Fats Domino
This record isn’t in Spotify. I had to create my own playlist based on Wikipedia track listing. I listened to it and deleted the playlist. Not bad - just boring. I get the importance just not my thing.
3
Jan 24 2024
Natty Dread
Bob Marley & The Wailers
Jesus another Bob Marley album. Again, it’s fine but all I need from this artist is Legend. Tempted to skip. Finished it - I thought Am-A-Do was interesting.
3
Jan 25 2024
All Directions
The Temptations
Surprisingly didn’t know any song except Papa Was a Rolling Stone and that was too long and boring. Run Charlie Run lyrics took me by surprise. I think I Ain’t Got Nothing is a pretty good tune.
3
Jan 26 2024
Music Has The Right To Children
Boards of Canada
Never heard of this. So far it’s noises and tones. No melody, nothing memorable. Caught myself bopping my head a couple of times. Excellent background music for a restaurant or something.
3
Jan 29 2024
Bryter Layter
Nick Drake
Never heard of this guy. Boring so far. Nothing grabbed me here. Can’t deny the guys talent just didn’t do it for me. It maybe a grower but not interested enough to continue trying. Interesting story about him - very sad.
3
Jan 30 2024
At Mister Kelly's
Sarah Vaughan
Super raw live album. No frills just her singing. I never heard of her nice voice. Very jazzy - starting scatting and some improvisation. It was fine I’ll never go back to this one again.
3
Jan 31 2024
Odessey And Oracle
The Zombies
Iconic song off of this is Time of the Season - almost doesn’t fit on this album as a whole. Nothing unexpected here except influence of Beach Boy type harmonies - especially on Care of Cell 44. I also liked Hung Up on a Dream.
3
Feb 01 2024
Lust For Life
Iggy Pop
Of course I knew the hits well - it’s aagin what I expected from the late 70s punkish era. Two songs kind of stood out - Tuen Blue and Fall In Love With Me. I guess the legend of Iggy is in his live shows - the album was just kind of uninspiring.
3
Feb 02 2024
Endtroducing.....
DJ Shadow
Another album full of instrumentals. No groove, no melodies. A DJ with nothing to dance to. This is the closest for sure I would give a 2 star review to. The guy must be doing something right though. Not for me.
3
Feb 05 2024
Stand!
Sly & The Family Stone
I really like this one. Diverse, no low spots and catchy. Mulitple songs covered by multiple artists. The 13 minute instrumental Sex Machine probably my favorite.
4
Feb 06 2024
good kid, m.A.A.d city
Kendrick Lamar
I was pumped to see this up next. Not sure if you call it rap or hip hop but this album is awesome. I think I love it. It’s smarter than I thought it would be. Backseat Freestyle, m.A.A.d. city, Good Kid are favorites so far.
5
Feb 07 2024
Reggatta De Blanc
The Police
Message in a Bottle and Walking on the Moon are classics. The rest had some catchy spots, definitely some filler on here. The quasi reggae ska music gets a bit boring for me. That said Stewart Copeland is a beast on drums and Sting is an underrated bassist - enjoyed listening to them. Solid 4.
4
Feb 08 2024
The Next Day
David Bowie
I love Bowie - when I saw this was next record I was apprehensive as I don’t know any late era Bowie. This album is amazing. I love it. The Stars is a highlight, Dirty Boys is terrible. Overall Classic Bowie sound. Very entertaining. Time to read up on this one more.
5
Feb 09 2024
Tusk
Fleetwood Mac
I’m not the biggest Fleetwood Mac fan around. This album is lame. Only highlights are Stevie Nicks songs and they are all pretty lackluster - only song that caught my attention was Angel. The “upbeat” Buckkngham songs are so dumb. Like me the morning after the Super Bowl, this album is bloated. All that said I get the importance of FM, just don’t understand the dynamic of the band and not sure I care enough to find out.
3
Feb 12 2024
Axis: Bold As Love
Jimi Hendrix
Only know two songs off of this record. Not anything I didn’t expect, but the dude is a legend. I think the magic of Hendrix has to be his live show, not his studio albums. This record was more diverse than I expected it to be. Worth noting his band is extremely talented as well.
4
Feb 13 2024
Tracy Chapman
Tracy Chapman
Funny this popped up. She is all over the place after performing at the Grammies for the first time in a very long time. Fast Car is such a great song - looking forward to listening to full album. Nice album. Nothing groundbreaking. Solid easy listening chill album.
4
Feb 14 2024
Pearl
Janis Joplin
Joplin time was always just a sloppy drugged out singer. I actaully like this record. Spotify only had the deluxe version and I found myself listening to all the demon and love tracks as well. Her banter in studio was annoying, she was sloppy love but that sloppiness and that rasp are part of the charm. I would have loved to see her perform live.
4
Feb 15 2024
Tidal
Fiona Apple
Always heard of her in 90s but didn’t know any of her songs. Enjoyable album. Nothing overly memorable but a lot of respect for her talent and songwriting abilities. Kind of album I’d listen to on an airplane. I enjoyed this one.
4
Feb 16 2024
Liquid Swords
GZA
No idea what this is. Ah - 90s Gansta Rap. This just isn’t good. Bad production, boring beats. Didn’t bother delving into the lyrics. Apparently this guy was part of wu tang clan - I get his influence on the genre but I don’t like this one at all.
2
Feb 19 2024
Superunknown
Soundgarden
I love soundgarden. Know this album well. Looking forward to listening again. Easily the best album this app generated so far. Oddly enough the worst song here was the lead single Spoonman.
5
Feb 20 2024
Fear Of A Black Planet
Public Enemy
Legends in hip hop - not for me. Respect who they are and what they have done.
3
Feb 21 2024
Talking With the Taxman About Poetry
Billy Bragg
Three songs in and I’m sick of it. Don’t see how anyone outside of the UK can connect with this. Folkie rally songs. Lame. Hate to do it but I have to give a 2.
2
Feb 22 2024
The New Tango
Astor Piazzolla
Very relaxing pleasant sounding live recording No reason to never revisit this. I’m sure I’ll hear it as a movie soundtrack or something. Three stars I suppose. Not something i NEEDED to hear.
3
Feb 23 2024
Elastica
Elastica
When I saw this immediately thought this was some pop synth euro stuff. Soon realized it was 90s punk/alternative generic stuff. I recognized the third song - it was in a commercial. See That Animal is actually a good song. Some catchy stuff - basically a steaming pile of meh.
3
Feb 26 2024
KIWANUKA
Michael Kiwanuka
Truest don’t judge a book by its cover so far. Of course I expected this to be a 70’s ethnic funk thing. Then I saw the release date. Then I saw on Spotify this guy has over 5 million followers. Three songs in and I really like the vibe, the voice - very soulful. Listened to this twice and will seek out more from him. I’ve been dazed is a stand out track.
4
Feb 27 2024
Are You Experienced
Jimi Hendrix
Classic. Not much else to say here.
5
Feb 28 2024
Fred Neil
Fred Neil
Never heard of this guy. First impression is a hippy version of Elvis doing a country vibe. I imagine these songs working well in a David Lynch movie. The last song was an instrumental - kinda interesting. Reminded me of Jane’s Addiction. It’s fine. I’ll never listen again and likely won’t remember that I actually did hear of this guy.
3
Feb 29 2024
Pornography
The Cure
Didn’t see the need for another Cure record. Never heard this one so it was good to listen to it. It’s fine, wouldn’t come back to this one.
3
Mar 01 2024
Ill Communication
Beastie Boys
Beastie Boys are great. I figured Paul’s Boutique was the “seminal” album. I’m sure I know most of these songs. Well - I didn’t know most of the songs. I love this record. Awesome vibe, very cool to hear a couple of hardcore roots songs. Strong instrumentals. This is actually surprisingly close to a 5.
4
Mar 04 2024
Different Class
Pulp
Can’t say I have ever heard of these guys but one of the songs from this album is in my liked songs playlist. This is a really good record. Europop with strong Bowie vibes. Great melodies, fun record. Common People is an awesome song. I like this a lot.
4
Mar 05 2024
Tea for the Tillerman
Cat Stevens
Nice chill record. Great melodies - Wild World is a classic. Father and Son is beautiful. This is the first time I ever sat down and listened to Cat Stevens. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
4
Mar 06 2024
Kid A
Radiohead
Five songs in and this record is doing nothing for me. I’m trying. I came into this with an open mind. Radiohead is always regarded as innovative and influential. This is boring. OK Computer is awesome according to my 16 year old son. Mind you he is a huge hip hop fan so that is saying something. Based on this record I really don’t want to listen to any more Radiohead. Creep is an awesome song. Maybe I’m not “cerebral” enough for this. Going to be hard to not give this one a 2 star rating.
3
Mar 07 2024
Lam Toro
Baaba Maal
First really international record. Just couldn't connect to it at all. Definatley can hear western influences here certain bluesy grooves, certain Caribbean reggae vibes. The closing song was the standout here. Made it a 3 star album. Nice guitar solo.
3
Mar 08 2024
Electric Ladyland
Jimi Hendrix
More Hendrix - ok I suppose. I always thought this was a live recording. Lots of stuff in here that I never heard. All Along the Watchtower and Voodoo Child are awesome. Great stuff. Are You Experienced is better in my book though. Tragic death - who knows what this guy would have come up with next.
4
Mar 11 2024
Live At The Harlem Square Club
Sam Cooke
This was a fun listen. Sam Cooke live took me by surprise. High energy, dare I say cocaine fueled? Reminded me of the Jerry Lee Lewis live a little while back. Great stuff. Couldn’t help but think of the Dewey Cox movie and the drugs they did. I expected crooning - got something I’d like to check out video for.
3
Mar 12 2024
Metallica
Metallica
Ah, Metallica right when they sold out. Been a fan since 84 and initially questioned the change in direction from thrash to “mainstream.” This record is a monster. Once of the best sounding records I have ever heard. Five stars is not enough here.
5
Mar 13 2024
Songs Of Love And Hate
Leonard Cohen
Not my favorite folk album I’ve heard here. More of a poet than songwriter it seemed to me at first listen. Not coming back.
3
Mar 14 2024
Pelican West
Haircut 100
Had no idea what to expect here - never heard of these guys. Seems like they would fit right in with the new wavey MTV origins. After listening, I suspect these guys may have influenced men at work or Duran Duran. Great sax work, jazzy and iobeat. The album is fine.
3
Mar 15 2024
Emperor Tomato Ketchup
Stereolab
Didn’t like this at all. Not in a great mood so I’m giving a 2. I hardly ever give 2s.
2
Mar 18 2024
The Genius Of Ray Charles
Ray Charles
Ah - ear bleach after yesterday’s crap. Great stuff here. What’s not to like.
4
Mar 19 2024
Sunday At The Village Vanguard
Bill Evans Trio
Appreciate the talent, but jazz is just directionless to me. Sounds like they are warming up.
3
Mar 20 2024
Joan Armatrading
Joan Armatrading
This turned out to be a pleasant surprise. Really enjoyed her style, sound and swagger in this. Need to find out more about her and why she wasn’t a more popular artist.
4
Mar 21 2024
I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight
Richard Thompson
What a boring record. The only thing that saved it was the fact that they snuck in bonus live tracks that I sat through. The live version of The Calvary Cross save this listen. Gave it three - came close to a two.
3
Mar 22 2024
Tommy
The Who
Haven’t heard this in a long time. Nice to hear it without the broadway treatment or the celebrity guest spots. I remember being in high school wondering how a 24 year old can singularly have the vision for a project so big. Great stuff.
5
Mar 25 2024
She's So Unusual
Cyndi Lauper
The lead single from this album gets on every last nerve. This came out when I was in 7th and I didn’t like it then and I don’t like it now. Money Changes Everything is the best song from this album. I thought she had written all these songs - only a partial credit on some.
3
Mar 26 2024
Bringing It All Back Home
Bob Dylan
My first time sitting to listen to Bob Dylan. I enjoyed this way more than I had expected. I see why Tom Petty sounds as he did - Dylan must have been a huge influence. Didn’t realize Dylan wrote Tambourine Man. More overall melody than I expected, great lyrics. Good stuff here.
4
Mar 27 2024
The Modern Dance
Pere Ubu
This was absolute trash. I hated it. My first 1 star.
1
Mar 28 2024
Clandestino
Manu Chao
I enjoyed this way more than I thought I would. Enjoyable listen, fun and great production.
3
Mar 29 2024
Legalize It
Peter Tosh
Nothing notable here. Nothing bad either. Reggae is just very unoriginal to me. Thankful the record was only 39 minutes long.
3
Apr 01 2024
Figure 8
Elliott Smith
Wow, this one took me by surprise. I don’t know much about the Beatles but this feels a lot like them. Overall sad vibe. I think this is one of those to listen on a plane with zero distractions. A lot going on here - first listen I love it.
4
Apr 02 2024
Dirt
Alice In Chains
Amazing record. Dark, sometimes sludgy, but incredible melodies and memorable songs. Musicianship is top tier. The Staley/Cantrell combo was amazing.
5
Apr 03 2024
Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul
Otis Redding
Enjoyable stuff - left me wanting to hear Sam Cooke or Smokey Robinson. Wanted to hear more original Otis Redding - Rolling Stones covers. Easy 3.5 - but rounding down to a 3.
3
Apr 04 2024
Sheer Heart Attack
Queen
I know Queen well enough to know about them - lots of filler songs I never heard. It’s a fine album - didn’t move me. Potentially didn’t pay enough attention, but I blame the record for not grabbing me.
3
Apr 05 2024
Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde
The Pharcyde
I was prepared to write about 90s hip hop blah blah. This is that but I really actually enjoyed this. Never heard of these guys - it was fun, easy and a pleasure to listen to. Another 3.5 - but I’m rounding this one up - fun stuff.
4
Apr 08 2024
...And Justice For All
Metallica
This record always kinda bored me. One and Harvester of Sorrow stand out. The production is freaking terrible - one of the thinnest sounding metal albums ever. There is no bass, no need to go into that story. Just listened to the remastered version - it’s better than I remember, sounds better too.
4
Apr 09 2024
The World is a Ghetto
War
I dug this - maybe I didn’t pay close enough attention to the lyrics but not overly political. Great vocal harmonies, long jamming songs. I found myself focusing in the bass playing - fun listen.
3
Apr 10 2024
Protection
Massive Attack
I can’t find anything good to say about this at all. Amateurish.
2
Apr 11 2024
Low
David Bowie
David Bowie - awesome. Can’t wait to listen to this and discover some deep cuts that I know I’ll love. Never heard this album. Ok - I know a couple of songs great. Track 8 come on - ok little atmospheric. Then the record just stays that way. Waste of time. Came in expecting to give at least a 4, came close to giving it a 2.
3
Apr 12 2024
Faust IV
Faust
Nothing enjoyable about this at all. I think this album generator is trolling me.
2
Apr 15 2024
The Cars
The Cars
Banger after banger. Enjoyed this one.
4
Apr 16 2024
Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots
The Flaming Lips
This was an interesting one. I think I liked it. I’m not sure. I know I need to listen to this one multiple times to get it but not sure I will. Instead I will likely listen to some piece of crap this app generates tomorrow morning. Maybe another obscure moods and tones album.
3
Apr 17 2024
Diamond Life
Sade
Liked this far more than I thought I would. Easy smooth jazzy with Latin overtures. Hang On To Your Love was my favorite here. Nice album. Smooth Operator is almost a memeish song.
3
Apr 18 2024
Maggot Brain
Funkadelic
Super freaky interesting album. Glad I listened.
3
Apr 19 2024
Master Of Puppets
Metallica
Really no need to listen to this one. I know it too well. Metallicas best I believe. I still remember when I bought it.
5
Apr 22 2024
A Love Supreme
John Coltrane
A much more entertaining jazz album than the last jazz album I heard on here. I enjoyed it
3
Apr 23 2024
Rio
Duran Duran
The three singles are bangers. Very much guilty pleasure tracks. The rest was surprisingly catchy. I will say the bass playing is exceptional. Pleasantly surprised. Rounded up to a 4
4
Apr 24 2024
Brothers In Arms
Dire Straits
I enjoyed this waaaaayyyyy more than I thought I would. Great sounding record. Still don’t know why So Far Away is the opening track.
4
Apr 25 2024
Bone Machine
Tom Waits
I know there is a market for this guy and he seems like someone only musicians and songwriters can respect. I just don’t get it. And I think that anyone that likes him likes him because it could potentially be perceived as “cool” or “hip.” For that reason I give it a 2. I don’t get the “genius” of Tom Waits.
2
Apr 26 2024
This Nation’s Saving Grace
The Fall
Interesting album, I can see why some people may like it. Not my jam. Glad it was brought to my attention I never heard of these guys.
3
Apr 29 2024
Crime Of The Century
Supertramp
I can only take these guys in small doses. The record is fine.
3
Apr 30 2024
Boston
Boston
Nearly perfect summer day drinking album. Banger after banger, no filler. Memorable melodies, love the vocal harmonies and of course the guitar harmonies. Easy 5.
5
May 01 2024
Buena Vista Social Club
Buena Vista Social Club
This is out of my wheelhouse. I can’t say if it’s good or bad. I suppose if I have to host a party where it is Latin music themed I can have this playing on repeat. I wouldn’t know the difference unfortunately.
3
May 02 2024
Be
Common
It’s fine nothing earth shattering here. As I drove my hip hop loving son to school I asked if he ever heard of this guy and he said I think so, sounds familiar. As he got out of the car he leaned back in and said, oh that’s Kanye on this track. The only song that stood out to me was They Say.
3
May 03 2024
Exodus
Bob Marley & The Wailers
Yep I get it Bob Marley is great. Enough with his albums though.
4
May 06 2024
The Atomic Mr Basie
Count Basie & His Orchestra
Good stuff. All I pictured with this music was the Naked Gun collection of movies. “Interesting” album cover.
3
May 07 2024
The Velvet Underground
The Velvet Underground
Was surprised not so much that I enjoyed it but more so how much I didn’t dislike it. There weee actual melodies and musicianship. I was expecting a lot more like the song The Murder Mystery. It’s fine, it’s New York artsy, it’s not my wheelhouse.
3
May 08 2024
Vulgar Display Of Power
Pantera
Better than I remember - haven’t listened to the deep tracks off this one in a long time. Heavy as shit and they were still very popular. Maybe I’m getting older and I still love metal, but when I listen to this it just sounds so adolescent. Torn between a 4 and a 5 - sticking with a 5. Pantera kept metal alive during the 90s.
5
May 09 2024
Repeater
Fugazi
I get why this is here. It was like pretty good early “alternative” music.
3
May 10 2024
A Short Album About Love
The Divine Comedy
Catchy killer album. Not sure if it’s to be taken seriously. Reminds me of englebert humperdick.
3
May 13 2024
Blue Lines
Massive Attack
Finally remember what these guys remind me of - Flight of the Convords. Except this is not funny. At least this record is a little better than the last one. I suppose I’ll give it a 3. Just finished. Changed my mind. This is a 2. So corny.
2
May 14 2024
Blood On The Tracks
Bob Dylan
Another really good record. I’m shocked I like this one also. Maybe it’s the recent Dylan releases that are supposedly terrible.
4
May 15 2024
Fleet Foxes
Fleet Foxes
I know I listened to the whole thing but can’t remember it. Clearly not my thing. I’m giving a three cause it must not have been awful.
3
May 16 2024
Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath
This is a tough one. I want to give it 5 stars - foundation for metal, so iconic, great songs, etc. But quite frankly the record is under a half hour long and there are three duds. This deserves a 4. Fuck it giving it a 5.
5
May 17 2024
Everything Must Go
Manic Street Preachers
It’s a fine pretty generic 90s album. I didn’t hear greatness here. The second half was catchier for sure. Just a regular 3 spot here.
3
May 20 2024
If I Should Fall From Grace With God
The Pogues
Presses play - Jesus Christ I can’t believe I need to listen to this for an hour. It’s not bad - it’s a genre and clearly there is a market for it but this like this is solely for a bar on st Patrick’s day or a movie soundtrack.
3
May 21 2024
Cheap Thrills
Big Brother & The Holding Company
Raw, dirty bluesy album. Stand out for me was Ball and Chain. Jains Joplin would have been awesome to see live. But listening to her in car or home is something I can only take in tears, small doses.
3
May 22 2024
Goo
Sonic Youth
Exactly as I expected it. Monotone, sloppy and raw. No song on this record should be over 4 minutes. Kool thing I actually knew - a version of it was on guitar hero.
3
May 23 2024
Mott
Mott The Hoople
Damn good stuff right here. Very fun record. All The Way to Memphis and I Wish I was Your Mother are stand outs for me. Very Bowie-ish. I think Bowie wrote All the Young Dudes for this band.
4
May 24 2024
The Yes Album
Yes
I was pleasantly surprised - not as proggy as I expected it to be. Happy to finally listen to a full album from this band.
4
May 27 2024
Morrison Hotel
The Doors
I was hoping to like the deep cuts more than I did. The hormone the are legendary though. I was always fascinated by the doors. I made the mistake of watching the Oliver stone movie about them and it was so freaking annoying.
4
May 28 2024
Amnesiac
Radiohead
Still don’t get this band. Just doesn’t do it for me even though I want to like this stuff. Not bad - i just don’t feel it.
3
May 29 2024
Ingenue
k.d. lang
Nothing wrong with this record but there is nothing really outstanding either. Pleasant voice. All very mellow. Nothing outside the box here.
3
May 30 2024
It's Too Late to Stop Now
Van Morrison
Very nice bluesy, jazzy record. Nice to hear a collection without brown eyes girl. The last three songs on this collection were outstanding. Great live album. Close to a 4 but keeping it at a three.
3
May 31 2024
Dire Straits
Dire Straits
Nice easy rock record. Great guitar playing. Really liked the last song I think I’ll go back to that one. But it’s an easy record to stop paying attention to.
3
Jun 03 2024
Machine Head
Deep Purple
This record is a beast. Never listened to the whole thing. No duds, really liked pictures of home. Each member is a master of his instrument.
5
Jun 04 2024
Green Onions
Booker T. & The MG's
I didn’t know the song Green Onions was that song. Iconic song. I really enjoyed this. These songs personify the era, used in tons of movies. Great bluesy instrumental record.
4
Jun 05 2024
Crocodiles
Echo And The Bunnymen
I mean it’s fine. Early 80s new wave. Nothing memorable at all. I guess they influenced people and that’s why they here on this list.
3
Jun 06 2024
Olympia 64
Jacques Brel
French theatrical songs. Guy has a super powerful voice. I wonder if singer from Rammstein was influenced by him. Tolerated this better than I thought I would.
3
Jun 07 2024
Truth
Jeff Beck
Pumped to listen to this one. beck is always cited as one of the best guitar players by guitar players. Never listened to anything deep by him. Good stuff. Didn’t realize he was with rod Stewart this early in career. The Brit’s for sure dominate the bluesy rock genre. Feeling generous. 4 stars
4
Jun 10 2024
Parallel Lines
Blondie
Good record. Little punkish, little new wavish, little polished. I would guess this is the record that made her a star.
3
Jun 11 2024
Led Zeppelin II
Led Zeppelin
Impossible to say what is Led Zepplins best. So much great stuff and 4 incredibly talented dudes. Yeah this album is incredible. Love the moby dick right into bring it on home. Probably the greatest rock band ever.
5
Jun 12 2024
Entertainment
Gang Of Four
I can see this as influencing lots of 80s artists. Underground and hipsterish before hipster was even a thing. I love the sound of the electric guitar but this was so screechy and off key it got annoying sometimes. I’m giving it a three just because it must have been unique at the time.
3
Jun 13 2024
In A Silent Way
Miles Davis
A very pleasant sounding record. That said I forgot I heard it. Talent, legacy blah blah blah.
3
Jun 14 2024
Honky Tonk Heroes
Waylon Jennings
He’s no Hank William Jr but I kinda likes this and I’m not a big country guys. This feels like it’s the Led Zep II of country records. I can give this a 4 appreciate the talent. It’s wasn’t obnoxious.
4
Jun 17 2024
At San Quentin
Johnny Cash
This was interesting. More about his banter than the actual performance or the songs. I get he’s an icon but his music is pretty boring.
3
Jun 18 2024
Remain In Light
Talking Heads
One really good catchy song with a lot of experimental trying too hard to be interesting songs that go nowhere. Boring album but not bad. Just not great.
3
Jun 19 2024
Nighthawks At The Diner
Tom Waits
This was interesting and I am really glad I listened to this record. As a live recording it was fun to hear Waits entertaining and interacting with the crowd. As much as I didn’t like the first album I heard this one was jazzy, it felt like he tried to sing and it really sounded like he was enjoying what he was doing. It was refreshing!
3
Jun 20 2024
Germfree Adolescents
X-Ray Spex
I get what this is supposed to be. It’s good for what it is and I suppose people heard of it and were influenced by it.
3
Jun 21 2024
The Idiot
Iggy Pop
Another one of his albums that didn’t really do anything for me. Most interesting thing here was the collaboration with Bowie on Cbina Girl. Had no idea Iggy’s version existed. I just glad Bowie took that song back.
3
Jun 24 2024
A Night At The Opera
Queen
Queen is so good. I love Brian Mays playing. Always thought this band can do anything musically. Some really corny pieces on here - but still a very solid 4 but can’t round up to 5. Great stuff.
4
Jun 25 2024
Who's Next
The Who
Meet the new boss, same as the old boss. I love this album. Not a boring note played throughout. Near perfection.
5
Jun 26 2024
Teenage Head
Flamin' Groovies
Surprisingly straight ahead rock and roll record. No gimmicks but not memorable either. It’s fine.
3
Jun 27 2024
(Pronounced 'Leh-'Nérd 'Skin-'Nérd)
Lynyrd Skynyrd
Never loved these guys. Prefer Allman Brothers. Anyway this is a classic. Would have give a three if the song that smell was on this. I hate that song. Automatic 4 for free bird.
4
Jun 28 2024
Whatever
Aimee Mann
I really liked her work that I heard on the soundtrack of Magnolia. Always. Liked her voice found it very soothing. Her one hit wonder with til Tuesday is still a good song. Looking forward to this one. Well it started out pretty guitar driven. Second half was very mellow. Interesting record. Not sure I would revisit it. That said I’d round up to a 4. I’m in a good mood.
4
Jul 01 2024
Jagged Little Pill
Alanis Morissette
I like some of these songs individually. As a collection she is very annoying. This was huge when it came out and she’s still performing but still rests her laurels on this record. Also I overrated the last album no way Aimee Mann should have gotten a 4.
3
Jul 02 2024
Africa Brasil
Jorge Ben Jor
Actually way different than o expected. Nice to broaden horizons but I’ll never listen again.
3
Jul 03 2024
Hard Again
Muddy Waters
So glad j listened to this one. This is what I think of when I think of the blues. I thought this record was from the 60s. Bad ass record.
4
Jul 04 2024
Pieces Of The Sky
Emmylou Harris
Never heard any of this - very pretty voice. Definitely a talent. It’s a fine album nothing worth revisiting.
3
Jul 05 2024
Call of the Valley
Shivkumar Sharma
Very well produced record. Great playing but let’s be honest. Boring. Never listening again.
3
Jul 08 2024
Synchronicity
The Police
Peak police for me. I ruined the song every breath you take for my wife as I told her it’s about a stalker. Title track II is my favorite here.
4
Jul 09 2024
The Chronic
Dr. Dre
Not as awesome as I thought it would be but still understand why it’s a classic. Gets annoying after a while frankly. I’ll probably give it a 4 just because of its influence and longevity.
4
Jul 10 2024
Get Rich Or Die Tryin'
50 Cent
Better than I thought it would be. Liked second half better
3
Jul 11 2024
Music For The Jilted Generation
The Prodigy
I got high this past weekend and I think I’m would have enjoyed listening to this then. This reminds me of the movie Go. Very 00s. I like this record more than I thought I would. It makes me want to do drugs.
3
Jul 12 2024
The Libertines
The Libertines
I lessened but I don’t really remember. It must have been boring. Briitish punky, alternativsh basic stuff. I think I have heard of the band - maybe one of the members is very famous - I’m not sure and actually don’t really care.
3
Jul 15 2024
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
Beatles
I’ve been waiting for a Beatles record to come up. Never listened to an album in its entirety so looking forward to this. It should be noted I always thought the Beatles were overrated. Yeah it is fine I’m
Not blown away.
4
Jul 16 2024
Aqualung
Jethro Tull
Not just jazz flute. This record rocks. I liked this as a collection. Great mix of folk, some parts heavy, some parts really catchy. Well done record.
4
Jul 17 2024
People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm
A Tribe Called Quest
I really enjoyed this one. Not sure I will revisit it ever but it was a good listen. Not obnoxious, it was catchy. Great 90s hip hop. Wonder if other records were as good.
4
Jul 18 2024
Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
Eurythmics
Outside of the title track nothing grabbed me. I was distracted today so admittedly didn’t give this my full attention.
3
Jul 19 2024
Ctrl
SZA
Never heard of this lady - almost 70 million monthly listeners. It’s actually a pleasant record. I enjoyed it. And she actually has a nice voice. I think I’ll give this one a 4. Pleasantly surprised.
4
Jul 22 2024
Aladdin Sane
David Bowie
Bowie is awesome. This is an easy 4.
4
Jul 23 2024
Elephant
The White Stripes
Jack White is just a ridiculously talented dude. Makes playing the guitar sound easy and I believe is a hugely talented song writer. He just understands rock and roll it seems. This is a solid 5 for me - I love it.
5
Jul 24 2024
...Baby One More Time
Britney Spears
This is a joke right? I did it. I listened to the whole thing. I am now listening to 8 hours of Iron Maiden on shuffle to cleanse my ears.
2
Jul 25 2024
Live Through This
Hole
This was a stupid record. So generic for the era. I firmly believe she would have been nothing without cobain. This was so dumb.
2
Jul 26 2024
Miriam Makeba
Miriam Makeba
This was pleasant to listen to. Liked hearing the origins of the lion sleeps tonight. Glad the writer of this song here got a credit on that hit. Same with House of the Rising Sun. Incredible voice and control by this woman. Glad I listened. This is the kind of stuff I am here for. Not Hole.
3
Jul 29 2024
Green
R.E.M.
Admittedly I don’t know REMs full catalog but for my money this is them at their peak. Aside from Stand, which was a single, this album has no duds. Love it. I’m giving this a 5. Takes me back to college, even though it came out while I was in high school.
5
Jul 30 2024
Ready To Die
The Notorious B.I.G.
Yeah this was bad ass. I liked it.
4
Jul 31 2024
Come Away With Me
Norah Jones
Pleasant enough album. Adult contemporary music by a young woman. It’s good. Not too memorable. Dare I say boring.
3
Aug 01 2024
Coat Of Many Colors
Dolly Parton
I recognized the title track. It’s a fine album. I get she’s an American icon and all that but didn’t feel like anything groundbreaking to me.
3
Aug 02 2024
Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness
The Smashing Pumpkins
This record is a monster. I love it. Maybe some filler ans it is an 2 hour record, but all part of a story quite honestly I never bothered to try and really learn about. 1979 is a truly outstanding song that even my kids love. The drummer is fun to focus on - talented dude. Ok so did some reading and it’s not really meant to have a story, more just like the entrance of emotions a kid can go through in a day.
5
Aug 05 2024
Live And Dangerous
Thin Lizzy
Wow. This has heavier moments than I thought it would. I love it. Totally hear the influence on a band like Iron Maiden - especially Emerald. Twin guitars soaring and great bass playing. Catchy tunes. Fun stuff.
4
Aug 06 2024
Queen II
Queen
Hmmm. I don’t recognize any one of these songs by title. Very curious now. Nothing memorable. I suppose you could hear the potential they had. This record had some corny lyrical themes.
3
Aug 07 2024
Trout Mask Replica
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Well this is annoying. The album is not carried on Spotify. So I listened on YouTube. Listening was even more annoying. I have no idea who this artist is - I am guessing Tom Waits? Also I see some Zappa references on Spotify so there’s that. This does not seem genius to me. I am proud of myself for making it through. Basically it is one of those cool to get records. If not liking this is wrong I don’t wanna be right.
2
Aug 08 2024
Ten
Pearl Jam
Another one of these that I am not sure I need to listen to. This is in regular rotation. Great debut album that helped keep hard rock alive. Yes hard rock. Not that terrible grunge term. Only thing wrong with Pearl Jam is the political pushing they do. One of my favorite live acts.
5
Aug 09 2024
Sister
Sonic Youth
Yep more of the same - don’t see the need for more than on Sonic Youth record. Same out of key, punkish, alternative indie stuff. I respect it but can’t say I really like it. Three solid stars.
3
Aug 12 2024
Exile On Main Street
The Rolling Stones
I have heard of this album. I have seen it on many lists. I finally saw the stones live this past summer (2024). Looking at the track list I don’t recognize one single song. Looking forward to listening. Ok I know a few. Tumbling Dice is a song I forgot all about. Love that song. There are a lot of songs. Was worried about bloat. This record is fucking awesome. It’s a 5.
5
Aug 13 2024
My Aim Is True
Elvis Costello
Cool little record - took the “corniness” out of 50s music style. I like it. Certainly better than a lot of other crap on this list. Gave it a three.
3
Aug 14 2024
461 Ocean Boulevard
Eric Clapton
Clapton is boring. Always has bored me. This album is no different. Although I will say the song Let it Grow is interesting. Not bad. Just boring record.
3
Aug 15 2024
Five Leaves Left
Nick Drake
Oddly enough I have been thinking about this guy recently for some reason and been meaning to revisit the last one from this list. This record seems to be more of the same - perhaps more accompanying instruments than the last one - I am not sure. Anyway I am drawn in. I think I will listen to this and previous often and actually pay close attention to the lyrics.
3
Aug 16 2024
Selling England By The Pound
Genesis
Obviously not the genesis I’m used to hearing. But what a band, Peter Gabriel voice is so good. I hear the influence on Marillion for sure. Very proggy and no chance of this going mainstream. I liked it not sure I have the time to keep going back to it. I can’t remember anything I heard so it’s a three for me. But I could be short changing this one.
3
Aug 19 2024
Live At The Regal
B.B. King
I wanted to love it but it was boring. Nothing grabbed me. It was fine I’ll never listen again. Safe three stars.
3
Aug 20 2024
With The Beatles
Beatles
Lot of cover songs on here. It’s good music - just not a huge fan still. Lots of respect but it’s not grabbing me.
4
Aug 21 2024
Innervisions
Stevie Wonder
Solid record. I always seem to enjoy Stevie Wonder.
4
Aug 22 2024
At Fillmore East
The Allman Brothers Band
I can listen to the guitar by this band all day. Are they a “jam” band? I suppose they are but it sure doesn’t feel like it. Well Whipping Post clicking in at 23 minutes constitutes “jam” for sure. Always loved seeing them live. Give me this over lynard skynard all day long.
5
Aug 23 2024
Two Dancers
Wild Beasts
Eye roll. So dumb. I think this is the first one I paid as little attention to as possible. Not as bad as some other stuff but I can’t give it a three. It would be insulting to the other threes I gave.
2
Aug 26 2024
The Man Machine
Kraftwerk
I can see this being influential. I think i heard the police song invisible sun on one of these. Definatley not bad but won’t come back to this.
3
Aug 27 2024
Siamese Dream
The Smashing Pumpkins
Another great pumpkins record. Buzzy, diverse, catchy but I always find myself drawn to the mellower parts of this record. Not a great voice but Billy Corgan is a super talented dude. Love it.
5
Aug 28 2024
Femi Kuti
Femi Kuti
Much much better than I thought it would be. Actually added a song Stubbor Problems to my liked library. Well produced, singer reminds me of Bob Marley. Three solid stars.
3
Aug 29 2024
Here, My Dear
Marvin Gaye
This was a pleasant one to listen too. I enjoyed it. Gotta respect Marvin Gaye. 4 easy stars.
4
Aug 30 2024
Let It Bleed
The Rolling Stones
I love this too. It may be better than exile on Main Street. I slept on the stones for too long. Another 5.
5
Sep 02 2024
Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Wu-Tang Clan
This didn’t work for me. Not bad just kinda boring at first listen and I won’t come back. It’s a shame cause I was excited to listen to this one.
3
Sep 03 2024
Fever To Tell
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Much more raw than I expected after hearing the last one with heads will roll. Reminded me of white stripes at times. I like this band. Glad to hear this.
3
Sep 04 2024
Live At The Witch Trials
The Fall
This was dumb but at least it felt like he tried. Corny record. I’ll still give it three. Again at least it sounded like he cared.
3
Sep 05 2024
Lady In Satin
Billie Holiday
I loved this record. Beautiful, dreamy, soothing.
5
Sep 06 2024
Life Thru A Lens
Robbie Williams
This is soooo British. I thought Robbie Williams was from some classic rock band like the Band or something. This guys must have been the inspiration for aldous snow. Hard to take seriously.
3
Sep 09 2024
Parachutes
Coldplay
Damn. I really like this. I always pass off Coldplay as overrated. Listening to this on headphones in airport and I really like it. Easy 4 stars.
4
Sep 10 2024
C'est Chic
CHIC
I enjoyed this more than I should have. Yes it’s disco but great playing, great production and not obnoxious. Savoir faire instrumental may have been my favorite. A part of me wants to give it 4 stars but I won’t.
3
Sep 11 2024
Golden Hour
Kacey Musgraves
I was expecting overproduced country pop. This was a very nice listen. I can see this on in the background of a day event. I was hoping her voice was a bit more appealing. You could argue it’s a one trick pony, generic, etc, but I enjoyed it. It’s funny I read some other reviews on other albums and people really delve into the lyrics and subject matter. Maybe it’s me but I can’t that level of detail after one listen.
3
Sep 12 2024
Fifth Dimension
The Byrds
It’s interesting to listen to deep cuts from these bands that you only hear one or two songs from. It’s a perfectly fine record. The more interesting aspect of it is the undeniable influence it must have had on Tom Petty.
3
Sep 13 2024
Aja
Steely Dan
I always had a mental block with cat Stevens and steely Dan. This album is awesome. Yacht rock at its finest. Apart from that it just sounds awesome. The production is top notch I can hear every instrument so clearly. Easy 4 stars for me. It should be noted I am a 50 year old male lol.
4
Sep 16 2024
Getz/Gilberto
Stan Getz
I forgot I listened. It was smooth samba jazz fusion. Guys voice wasn’t great. The last song i liked very much.
3
Sep 17 2024
Tapestry
Carole King
I remember this record seemingly always being on. In the car, at my grandparents house, on tv, etc. I’ll be generous for the nostalgia factor. 4 stars.
4
Sep 18 2024
Logical Progression
LTJ Bukem
This was annoying on many levels. Not on Spotify, redundant drum machines. No melody no feeling. Didn’t bother to listen to the whole thing cause listening on YouTube is annoying. Closest to 1 star yet. In fact it is one star.
1
Sep 19 2024
...The Dandy Warhols Come Down
The Dandy Warhols
Pleasantly surprised here. Not that it is an awesome album but rather surprised it didn’t suck. I was prepared to tolerate but actually kind of enjoyed.
3
Sep 20 2024
Play
Moby
This reeks of early 2000s. All I picture is that dumb Leo DiCaprio movie about a beach. That said it’s solid I don’t hate it.
3
Sep 23 2024
Red Headed Stranger
Willie Nelson
Exactly what I expected. Nothing to elaborate on here.
3
Sep 24 2024
L.A. Woman
The Doors
Ohhh, lot of songs on here that I don’t know. La woman is my favorite doors song. Wonder how much of this record is filler. Very bluesy. Wouldn’t call any of it filler. I like it. Easy 4 for me.
4
Sep 25 2024
Ace of Spades
Motörhead
It’s a classic band, a classic song, and the record was better than I expected it to be. I never bothered to dive deep into Motörhead - as the line in the song goes - it’s all the same to me. Three stars - nothing wowed me.
3
Sep 26 2024
Back to Basics
Christina Aguilera
This looks terrible - and it’s a double album. Ok I’m half way through. The word that keeps coming up in my head is unnecessary. This record is not needed on this list. This record is not needed by society. The over singing by CA is unnecessary. I’ll stick it out. About 40 minutes left…back half of the album I was looking up song credits. The lead singer from 4 non blondes wrote a lot of it and she is apparently a song writing machine for lots of people. At least I learned something from this listen.
3
Sep 27 2024
Penthouse And Pavement
Heaven 17
This is not my favorite genre - but if we’re at least catchy it could be enjoyable. New wave electronic pop bores me. It’s fine, I have heard worse on this list of records to listen to before I die.
3
Sep 30 2024
Hot Rats
Frank Zappa
Another “genius” that I don’t think I will get. I actually got this. I liked it. Kinda blusieish. Will the pimp had great guitar work. Pleasantly surprised here. This is what I am here for. Hit the wrong button. This is three stars.
3
Oct 01 2024
The Köln Concert
Keith Jarrett
This was very enjoyable - what a talent. And to read that this is essentially improvised is crazy to me. I need to research that more. 4 stars would listen again. Very pleasant.
4
Oct 02 2024
What's That Noise?
Coldcut
Talk about music not matching album artwork or artist name. Another one I had to listen to on YouTube. Started out as 80s disco inspired dance music. Took a turn but was expecting it to be a bit more trippy - it’s pretty straight ahead stuff. Not my favorite genre ever but it’s fine. Certainly not bad.
3
Oct 03 2024
Kollaps
Einstürzende Neubauten
Ok I have no idea what this is supposed to be. Before I bash it - I want to make sure this is not supposed to be some sort of tribute to any horrific event from the past. I get them trying to do something different but still it’s trash. Want to give it 1 star but I hate trashing creativity. I’ll give it a 2. Nope slept on it. 1 star
1
Oct 04 2024
I’ve Got a Tiger By the Tail
Buck Owens
Ah potentially the originator of wham bam thank you ma’am - worth the listen to find this out. Vintage country. I didn’t mind it actually.
3
Oct 07 2024
21
Adele
I’m a sucker for Adele - love her voice. Specifically on Someone Like You. Actually saw her live at MSG. Was slightly disappointed she didn’t try the original “don’t forget me I beg” line in the original pitch/key/tone whatever the proper term is. I really like this album and yes - it’s worthy of 5 stars. Didn’t realize Rick Rubin produced.
5
Oct 08 2024
Garbage
Garbage
Never gave these guys a chance and I really enjoyed this record. I expected it to be dark, monotone, boring. Had some catchy stuff, parts I wanted to listen to again. Not an average record - I’ll give it a four.
4
Oct 09 2024
Deserter's Songs
Mercury Rev
Very British poppy stuff. Nothing very original here. Nothing very bad.
3
Oct 10 2024
Deja Vu
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Classic album but I never loved these guys. Always bored me. Listening to this probed to be no different. Bo-ring.
3
Oct 11 2024
Ambient 1/Music For Airports
Brian Eno
Not even really for airports. This is just tones and sounds. Got nothing from this except the desire to sleep - which isn’t all that bad. Still got to give it a 2 - not bad, it’s just not music.
2
Oct 14 2024
Grace
Jeff Buckley
I really enjoyed this one. I’ve heard the name, never knew the music, never knew he died. Tragic accidental drowning. Based on this as his only release, I’m betting he could have been huge. Great stuff. Second listen was even better. Easy 4 stars, considered giving it 5.
4
Oct 15 2024
Heaven Or Las Vegas
Cocteau Twins
Not for me. Really boring pop. I don’t know why anyone would need to hear this seems basic to me.
3
Oct 16 2024
Public Image: First Issue
Public Image Ltd.
As the debut from them I expected it to be more raw and it was. Was never drawn to the British punk scene.
3
Oct 17 2024
The Doors
The Doors
This is five stars - not so much because it’s banger after banger, but because yes everyone should hear this record. Original, creative and Jim Morrison is a legend. As much as people critique his lyrics as childish doesn’t make it any less awesome. One of the best album closers ever.
5
Oct 18 2024
The Queen Is Dead
The Smiths
Was interested to hear this and research them - was Morressy part of the smiths? Where did they start, how many records etc. Well I don’t really care. Boring record, not my favorite production. Second half was certainly better. Not sure why I see this record on so many best of lists. I had higher expectations.
3
Oct 21 2024
In Utero
Nirvana
Hot take - most overrated band ever. No denying importance, place in history etc but they were right place right time killing off metal blah blah blah. But aside from a few songs they are boring.
3
Oct 22 2024
Blunderbuss
Jack White
Very surprised to see Jack White solo stuff on here. This dude just gets rock and roll music. Interesting stuff. Cool tone on his solos. Like this dude.
4
Oct 23 2024
Chore of Enchantment
Giant Sand
This was interesting - very mellow and pleasant to listen to. Didn’t motivate me to learn anything more. Good record glad I listened.
3
Oct 24 2024
Technique
New Order
This was a much better album than I expected it to be. I actually really enjoyed it. I am surprised and may even go so far as to listen to more of these guys. Great stuff.
4
Oct 25 2024
Can't Buy A Thrill
Steely Dan
More yacht rock. Great stuff really enjoyed it. Great songwriting great musicianship. It will always be “are you reeling in the yeast” to me though.
4
Oct 28 2024
Pet Sounds
The Beach Boys
Never tonight I’d like this whole collection. Great stuff. Took me a long time to appreciate this stuff. The melodies and harmonies are great. I’m a sucker for the song god only knows.
4
Oct 29 2024
Blue
Joni Mitchell
Yeah this was fine. I didn’t love her though.
3
Oct 30 2024
Get Behind Me Satan
The White Stripes
Maybe my least favorite from them - seem very experimental lots of xylophones and other interesting instruments. Still better than a lot of trash in this list. Favorite is as ugly as I seem. Jack white is awesome.
4
Oct 31 2024
Rejoicing In The Hands
Devendra Banhart
More folk. Very eclectic we’ll say. Not my bag.
3
Nov 01 2024
Face to Face
The Kinks
Kinks are a classic. Never heard any of these tracks. Take that back I know sunny afternoon. Seems pretty typical for the mid sixties. I’m sure there is some importance here but not interested enough to research. Also I’m not listening to the bonus tracks. So there.
3
Nov 04 2024
Odelay
Beck
Nothing screams 90s louder than Beck. Never got into him.
3
Nov 05 2024
The Dark Side Of The Moon
Pink Floyd
Duh, of course. Timing of this one is good. Going to see David Gilmour this weekend. He’s still got it.
5
Nov 06 2024
The Hissing Of Summer Lawns
Joni Mitchell
This seemed like a much more diverse record than the last Joni Mitchell listen. I liked this a lot more. So much so that I think I will give this one 4 stars. Her voice was much more pleasing to me on this record as well. Perhaps I was in a shit mood last time lol.
4
Nov 07 2024
Beach Samba
Astrud Gilberto
Listened to Joni Mitchell right into this. Tone of voice was very similar. I kinda liked this in a nostalgic way. Not that I heard it before but it felt so 60s. Interesting listen.
3
Nov 08 2024
Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley
Elvis is great. No denying. I enjoyed this.
4
Nov 11 2024
Rage Against The Machine
Rage Against The Machine
This record was huge in college for me. Talented dude just hate the politics. I don’t love politics mixed with my music I’m trying enjoy. I can look past it though as audio only. Once I watch a performance I’m turned off. That all said this record is awesome - different from anything else out at the time. For that it’s close to five stars. Actually I can look past the lyrics it is 5 stars.
5
Nov 12 2024
The Number Of The Beast
Iron Maiden
One of my favorites ever. This record changed things for me. Just saw them live this weekend - 42 years after this record was released. They are still amazing - best live band ever and I’m not sure this is their best album. Easiest 5 star rating so far. No brainer.
5
Nov 13 2024
Virgin Suicides
Air
First soundtrack generated by this list I think. Surprised there are not more. Very atmospheric - while listening I was wondering what was happening in the movie at the time. Kinda want to see it now. This is definitely more than just moods and tones. I liked this. Never heard of the composers before - I think I’ll look them up.
4
Nov 14 2024
Out of Step
Minor Threat
Yep what you’d expect from a hardcore band although I will say it was a little more elaborate than I would expect - like actual structure, cool bass lines, arrangements. Oddly enough this band showed up as a post on my instagram account and I was able to get a little of their background. Apparently one of the first DIY type bands, self promotion etc. Pretty cool stuff.
3
Nov 15 2024
Lazer Guided Melodies
Spiritualized
Pleasantly surprised here. Lots to like, but yes plenty of monotony. There were actual melodies, harmonies and structure. Good stuff.
3
Nov 18 2024
Rumours
Fleetwood Mac
I think this is their classic album - go your own way is a fucking great song. As great as that song is don’t stop thinking about tomorrow is so corny - I hate it. I’m sure this gets tons of 5s, I’ll give it a 4. Alsways said the songs Stevie is featured in are the best. Side note I hate the two nuts hanging from Mic’s midsection.
4
Nov 19 2024
After The Gold Rush
Neil Young
Something about Neil young’s music draws me in. Distinctive voice, great melodies, meaningful lyrics. I like this a lot.
4
Nov 20 2024
The Poet
Bobby Womack
Standard 80s jazzy bluesy pop. Not interesting to me.
3
Nov 21 2024
Headquarters
The Monkees
Spotify has this album with about 36 songs - I looked it up and only listened to what was on the original release. I was not familiar with any of these songs but it was pretty good actually. Much deeper band than what I had thought given the whole Davey Jones thing and tv show and all. I’m pretty sure I read these guys had Jimi Hendrix open for them before he hit it big. What a terrible album cover.
3
Nov 22 2024
Imperial Bedroom
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Not as upbeat as the last Costello record. I mean this was fine some cool stuff here. Nothing notable enough to go back to. I kinda liked it.
3
Nov 25 2024
Hunky Dory
David Bowie
It’s about to be writ again - Bowie is awesome. Life on mars to me is such a beautiful song. Looking forward to listening to the lesser known tracks - hopefully not just filler. Great stuff. Queen Bitch is a great tune. Bowie is awesome. Easy 4 not sure about a 5. Nope this is a 4 - sorry David.
4
Nov 26 2024
Superfly
Curtis Mayfield
Fun listen. Exactly what you would expect. Classic stuff. Three stars.
3
Nov 27 2024
Lost Souls
Doves
This was interesting. I kinda liked it actually. Nothing groundbreaking but pleasant enough.
3
Nov 28 2024
Connected
Stereo MC's
Never heard of these guys or any of the songs from this record. Came out in 1992 and it sounds like maybe they were at the forefront of this early 90s alternative dance type music. It’s fine. Didn’t move me.
3
Nov 29 2024
Future Days
Can
This was interesting but not great. This is a listen to it 18 times for it to click. Not overly concerned about it clicking. Considering it’s Thanksgiving it’ll get three stars. You are welcome Can.
3
Dec 02 2024
Blonde On Blonde
Bob Dylan
Never thought I’d like Bob Dylan. I like this one too. I gotta listen to him more often.
4
Dec 03 2024
Arrival
ABBA
Yes dancing queen is a classic, I knew the song Fernando, but this album is just corny. One great song the rest is a whole lotta meh.
3
Dec 04 2024
Music in Exile
Songhoy Blues
Mabey I’m overly cynical here today but this just felt gimmicky. Interesting concept of having African dudes playing blues music but I just didn’t buy it. Good effort and maybe I’m wrong. Side note this seems like it is one of the most current records I have had to listen to on this list.
3
Dec 05 2024
Doolittle
Pixies
Like the last pixies record I had high hopes and wasn’t disappointed. Interesting album would listen again. Just the right mix of weird and melody.
4
Dec 06 2024
Madman Across The Water
Elton John
If this had one or two more recognizable songs it would be a 5. I liked this. Elton John is great and I really regret not going to see him during his final tour. Got a feeling there will be more Elton John on this list.
4
Dec 09 2024
Music for the Masses
Depeche Mode
My wife loves these guys - I know a couple of the hits. I liked this. Dark moody. I’d like to see them live.
4
Dec 10 2024
Unknown Pleasures
Joy Division
This is not what I expected from joy division. This was guitars and bass and drums. Didn’t hear a ton of poppy synths. Maybe that comes later with them. Dark, kind of whiny. It’s fine, don’t hate.
3
Dec 11 2024
So Much For The City
The Thrills
Never heard of these guys and This is not what I was expecting. 60s-70s sometimes beach boys-y vibe. Great vocal harmonies and really well done. All I kept thinking was they put time and effort into this record. I like it a lot. I’ll actually listen again. Kind of record if you play in the background people will ask who is this. Great record.
4
Dec 12 2024
São Paulo Confessions
Suba
More background restaurant music. Didn’t feel like anything more than that.
3
Dec 13 2024
The Blueprint
JAY Z
Hmm, this record came about a year after allegedly raping a 13 year old with puff daddy. I don’t really want to listen to this. Even before the allegation came out I was never a fan. I’ll listen though. Hate to admit it. This is a 4. I liked it.
4
Dec 16 2024
Oracular Spectacular
MGMT
Very cool record. I really liked it. Different and fresh. Lots of catchy stuff on here.
4
Dec 17 2024
War
U2
U2 is a band that I kind of like and kind of don’t like. I would have liked to have seen them live though. That said they were huge and this album got them big. Sunday Bloody Sunday video on mtv of them performing at red rocks is a classic.
4
Dec 18 2024
Risque
CHIC
I didn’t realize I needed to hear another chic album. It’s good though. Well written talented musicians. Well produced. I’d give it 3,5 but gonna round down. Sorry.
3
Dec 19 2024
Red Dirt Girl
Emmylou Harris
I thought emmylou was a country lady from the 50-60s. Surprised to see this was released in 2000. It’s fine not inspired enough to look her up at all. She sounded like Susanna Hoffs from the bangles at times. It was boring.
3
Dec 20 2024
3 Feet High and Rising
De La Soul
Wanted to like it. I didn’t really. I. Fact it was super corny with all the between song questions.
3
Dec 23 2024
Songs Of Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen - another guy I heard of often but know nothing about. Is he a broadway show writer? Or is he just a folk singer? Why is Dustin Hoffmans picture on the cover? Ok he is like a cross between Bob Dylan and Nick Drake. I like it. Actually he may have been on this list already. Must not have left an impression. Update confirmed first time on this list. Three stars. Final answer.
3
Dec 24 2024
Young Americans
David Bowie
It’s Bowie, it’s good. Enjoyed the deep cuts. That said feels like too much Bowie on this list.
4
Dec 25 2024
Rock Bottom
Robert Wyatt
Sorry this is trash. Nothing enjoyable about this at all. Not rock bottom on this list but came close. I’ll still give it a two as opposed to a 1. At least it sounded like he tried.
2
Dec 26 2024
A Christmas Gift For You From Phil Spector
Various Artists
Yay. I love a Christmas album on Christmas. That said I’d have preferred Elvis or frank Sinatra.
3
Dec 27 2024
The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter
The Incredible String Band
About what I expected. Boring. Not for me. Giving this a three is kind of disrespectful to the other threes out there but it’s not terrible enough for a 2. I need to rethink my rating system.
3
Dec 30 2024
Bookends
Simon & Garfunkel
This was fine. Not blown away. I really don’t have much to say about this accept based on song credits Simon was the bread winner in this relationship.
3
Dec 31 2024
Paul's Boutique
Beastie Boys
This was another good beastie boys record. Dust brothers produced I always thought Rick Rubin did all beastie boys records. I’m going give this 4. That maybe generous but that’s ok.
4
Jan 01 2025
Giant Steps
The Boo Radleys
No idea what to expect here. Only indication of what to expect is that it’s released in early 90s. The song Barney was quite good. Good little record.
3
Jan 02 2025
The Message
Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
80s cheese. Dreamin was especially cheesy.
3
Jan 03 2025
New Boots And Panties
Ian Dury
I went to high school with a kid named Vinny r. And he was a strange dude. I think he would have loved this record. This dude sounds odd. Eccentric, off beat whatever you want to call it. But it does have some good grooves. Not terrible at all. But not good either. It’s fine.
3
Jan 06 2025
Achtung Baby
U2
Another college staple. U2 was huge in high school and this record was a big departure from those earlier records. I loved this though and it’s probably my favorite from them. Still never seen these guys live - I think I’ll still have a chance. That said everything after this record is complete trash. Totally overrated. After listening in its entirety for the first time in years I can say the pacing of this record is outstanding. Great flow. This album is a 5. Great stuff.
5
Jan 07 2025
Moving Pictures
Rush
Finally a Rush record and this one is easy. 5 stars can’t wait to listen to this gem as a whole collection again. Alex Lifeson is probably one of the most under appreciated guitar players. Love this record. Love this band. Wish I saw them live more than I did.
5
Jan 08 2025
Sea Change
Beck
Not looking forward to this one. Well I am pleasantly surprised. Very chill enjoyed it and would listen again. When I think of Beck it’s just that song loser and I don’t like that song. This was kind of awesome. I’m intrigued.
4
Jan 09 2025
Sticky Fingers
The Rolling Stones
Classic record - song that I totally forgot about and love is Dead Flowers. I slept on the stones for too long - as noted earlier glad I got to see them live. Giving a 4 - not a 5 but I suppose good be if I gave this multiple spins and gave deep cuts a chance.
4
Jan 10 2025
Eagles
Eagles
I don’t know if I like or dislike the eagles. The one thing I do know is that they bore me. Witchy Woman is a terrible song. I hate that. I need to hear more of them, i do want to see them live. I think the dude from big Lebowski influenced me into not liking them.
3
Jan 13 2025
Rock 'N Soul
Solomon Burke
Back half felt a little ahead of its time. Good soul singing rock and rolling record. Nice listen. Never heard of this guy or any of the songs.
3
Jan 14 2025
Pretenders
Pretenders
This was good. I was impressed. Had some attitude. Up the neck was my favorite song. Brass in pocket was the most polished song no wonder it was the single. I’ll give it a 4, it was better than a lot of the threes I’d given out recently.
4
Jan 15 2025
If You Can Believe Your Eyes & Ears
The Mamas & The Papas
I appreciate this word being in this list. Monday Monday and California dreaming are classics - didn’t realize the ramones covered them with do ya wanna dance. Also many references to them in once upon a time in Hollywood. Great stuff. Also it should be noted that momma cass did not choke on a ham sandwich.
3
Jan 16 2025
S&M
Metallica
Very surprised to see this on the list. I remember when it came out and not listening to it very often. And now I remember why. It’s just not good at all. Watered down overproduced directionless. I get why you try but this gimmick didn’t work. Just so random. Took away all the intensity of the music. I love Metallica. This was a swing and a miss. I’ll stil give it 3 stars and I appreciate them pushing boundaries blah blah blah.
3
Jan 17 2025
BEYONCÉ
Beyoncé
Not looking forward to this one. Well it’s not what I expected, not saying I liked it but it felt familiar. It is not as poppy ask would have expected. I know now, I think i may or may not have heard many of these songs at a strip club. It’s fine - the girl can sing.
3
Jan 20 2025
The Specials
The Specials
Yep late 70s early 80s ska/reggae music. It’s fine and this genre hasn’t been represented yet so I appreciate its presence on this list. No need to go back to this but I can see a song or two being played summer time day drinking possibly.
3
Jan 21 2025
At Folsom Prison
Johnny Cash
I had to double check to make sure this wasn’t a duplicate. Another live prison recording. It’s exactly the same as the San Quentin just have different words. I get it but it’s not for me.
3
Jan 22 2025
Bad
Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson’s breathy vocals are so corny to me. Man in the mirror is a song that I absolutely hate. Smooth criminal is the best song on the record. This is no thriller but can’t deny the cultural impact of this guy at the time. He was huge. But I still like weird Al’s version as Fat. Ham on ham on ham on whole wheat. All right.
3
Jan 23 2025
Stardust
Willie Nelson
I was surprised how much I liked this record. I am hungover and maybe that played a role in my feelings. This was very chill and I even listened to it a second time. Lots of cover songs - great stuff.
4
Jan 24 2025
Screamadelica
Primal Scream
I didn’t know what to expect and it was fine. Admittedly I was preoccupied with work and suck while listening but what I bought didn’t interest me enough to listen again. I think a theee is warranted here.
3
Jan 27 2025
Zombie
Fela Kuti
When I saw this pop up I swore it was the second album from him on the list. Now I remember how I heard of him - he was in the rrhof ticket at the same time as Iron Maiden. Anyway I get the talent here. All good glad I listened.
3
Jan 28 2025
Moondance
Van Morrison
Nice listen but never found anything outstanding about van Morrison. Unique voice, some catchy tunes. He is such a middle of the road artist. No one hates him, and I don’t think he’s anyone’s favorite. If his song comes on that’s great if not I would never miss it. This album was nice to listen to. Enjoyed it but nothing new for me.
3
Jan 29 2025
The Grand Tour
George Jones
Feel like this guy is one of the top 5 all timers. Must have been a legendary drinker. Typical sad country western songs but not overly twangy which I made it pleasant.
3
Jan 30 2025
The Lexicon Of Love
ABC
I didn’t know what to expect here. Based on cover and first notes thought it was some modern synth stings piece. 80s pop and I was pleasantly surprised. I really enjoyed it. Sounded great, I really enjoyed listening to the bass player. Feels like this would have been a great Duran Duran album. A shocking 4 stars from me - great stuff.
4
Jan 31 2025
John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band
John Lennon
I cringed when I saw this pop up as the next record. Thankfully there was no yoko on here. Only references to her in lyrics. I don’t know anything about her just have seen some of her shrieky singing while watching reels. This was fine, nothing groundbreaking. Nice enough listen but didn’t “wow” me. Three average stars.
3
Feb 03 2025
Hybrid Theory
Linkin Park
I always thought these guys were overrated. I know the “hits” but was glad to listen to the full collection. Nu Metal that were as big as Metallica at one point. That’s when I was kinda lost on Metallica. But this was better than I expected. I fully expected to give an average 3 stars but I can see rounding up here. Sad story about lead vocalist Chester.
4
Feb 04 2025
Songs For Swingin' Lovers!
Frank Sinatra
Loved it - in fact I let Spotify play frank sinatra all day. You can’t not enjoy this music. I don’t care who you are.
5
Feb 05 2025
Brutal Youth
Elvis Costello
This is kinda dumb. A third Elvis Costello record? Not pumped for this one. Well I was wrong. Different from the others and had a great sound to it. I wouldn’t mind listening to this one again. Nice ballads, some upbeat, some chill some attitude. I think most surprised by his voice I liked it this time around more than I thought. Only checked a couple of song credits and there were other writers - not sure if they covers or he don’t write anything. Listened again a little closer. It’s fine. Three stars.
3
Feb 06 2025
Roots
Sepultura
Noice. I know this one! Can’t wait to listen. Surprised to see this here. I know the other sepultura records better than this one so I’m curious. You can definitely hear the progression to the almost nu metal soulfly sound. Production is so much better. Incorporates South American rhythms into it. Love it. This is a powerful angry metal record. More importantly it’s a great metal record at a time when metal was dying. Legends for keeping it going during the grunge hype. Side note last 12 minutes was a waste.
4
Feb 07 2025
Happy Sad
Tim Buckley
Don’t realize this was Jeff Buckleys father. Nothing “happy” about this record - the vibe was down aside from Gypsy woman which was like Santana. Nothing grabbed me. It was fine and I’m sure he was great but more made me more bored than anything. Three completely average stars.
3
Feb 10 2025
Dummy
Portishead
I had no idea what to expect here. 90s lady singing fairly boring songs. I think I liked one A don’t remember the name of it and I will never go back to this record. Not because it’s bad just uneventful.
3
Feb 11 2025
Gunfighter Ballads And Trail Songs
Marty Robbins
I liked this way more than I expected. Reminded me of a Quentin Tarantino movie. Looking at the cover it was exactly what I expected. Great storytelling, pleasant melodies - I really liked the vibe surprisingly. I’m giving this 4 stars sorry not sorry.
4
Feb 12 2025
Born To Run
Bruce Springsteen
Was never a huge Springsteen fan but this is infinitely better than the first record I heard from him on this list. I have to assume this is regarded as his best. That said his singing gets old while I don’t mind it I can see how people think the lyrics and down and out stories are corny. Still this is 4 easy stars. Classic.
4
Feb 13 2025
Loveless
My Bloody Valentine
Don’t know anything about them - I am guessing emoish alternative and winey. Getting smashing pumpkin vibes early. Now I know why I don’t know anything about them - they are just not that good. I’ll give them three stars because they tried but some of the songs just sounded like mud.
3
Feb 14 2025
Architecture And Morality
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
A ridiculously 80s record. Some parts John Hughes movie, some parts emo woe is me, some parts tones and moods. But somehow it all sounds the same. Not my bag baby. Still three stars it’s not a bad record.
3
Feb 17 2025
Violent Femmes
Violent Femmes
Add it up and blister are classics. These guys were underground yet popular when I was in high school. I never really got it - I was into metal (still am). But the bass lines in this record are fun to listen to. Not sure if I can round this up to 4. Yeah, keeping at at three but it’s really a 3.5
3
Feb 18 2025
Fragile
Yes
This was what I expected from yes. Weird. Proggy. Wouldn’t listen to this again. Super talented dudes though.
3
Feb 19 2025
Blood And Chocolate
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
A third Elvis Costello is just dumb. No offense to Mr. Costello. Must be filler for this list. Without even hearing this I bet I can think of a thousand other records that deserve to be listened to. I listened and there were a couple good tunes but I didn’t need to hear this - I don’t think the Costello catalogue is so diverse or essential that this needs to be here. Stones, Beatles, Bowie yes they deserve multiple listings. My mistake. This is the freaking fourth Elvis Costello record. List lost some credibility.
3
Feb 20 2025
Mama's Gun
Erykah Badu
Never heard of this. Wanted to like it more but alas, just wasn’t great. Got better towards the end but she doesn’t have a great voice. This album is definitely a vibe and I just wasn’t getting it today. Maybe another time but I won’t come back to this.
3
Feb 21 2025
Sweet Baby James
James Taylor
Sleepy album of course we know fire and rain. Oh Susanna was corny. It’s fine and exactly what I expected. Three plain vanilla stars.
3
Feb 24 2025
Purple Rain
Prince
This is a sick album. Loved it. Never saw the movie and don’t ever care to. I wonder if it was supposed to be good. When doves cry is one of my favorite pop songs ever. Price was just good at everything he did although not sure about his acting. He can certainly play guitar, sing, dance and command an audience. Being bold and giving 5. Loved it.
5
Feb 25 2025
Talking Heads 77
Talking Heads
This was pretty awesome. Psycho killer is a classic but there was other really cool stuff on here too. Felt fresher than a record from 1977.
4
Feb 26 2025
I Am a Bird Now
Antony and the Johnsons
No idea what to expect here. Well the music and vibe of it was great. I couldn’t take the voice. Excessive vibrato and it was like watching what’s that it’s Pat. Too distracting. Still a three.
3
Feb 27 2025
Homework
Daft Punk
Based on get lucky I was hoping for a grove based album with some melodies. Not the case. Dance track instrumentals. Couple of fun parts not what I wanted. Fine record though.
3
Feb 28 2025
Aftermath
The Rolling Stones
I never seem to get sick of the stones. Mother’s little helper cracks me up. Under my thumb is just an awesome rock and roll song. I’ll take rolling stones over Beatles all day every day. Going home sounds like the doors. Great stuff. Out of time is such a 60s vibe - probably my favorite of this bunch.
4
Mar 03 2025
Hot Buttered Soul
Isaac Hayes
I get this being here and I had hoped to like it more but didn’t do anything for me. It’s a fine record but won’t listen again.
3
Mar 04 2025
Ellington at Newport
Duke Ellington
Glad to listen to this. Felt like a naked gun soundtrack. Nice to actually hear some sort of structure but again not a heck of a lot of melodies. At least it didn’t sound like practice. Appreciation for this music came from watching whiplash. This is classic essential music.
4
Mar 05 2025
So
Peter Gabriel
Hard to listen to the hits from this album without thinking for the videos he put out. Don’t give up with Kate bush is great. In your eyes is just a beautiful song. I paid particular attention to the voice this listen and was kind of blown away. He has a really long and great career but I can’t think of much that he did besides this album and shock the monkey.
4
Mar 06 2025
Hail To the Thief
Radiohead
I just don’t get these guys. I try and try and try. Lame. It’s still three stars but I think Radiohead is one of the most overrated bands in music history.
3
Mar 07 2025
OK Computer
Radiohead
Ok this list is fucking with me now. Radiohead on back to back days just as I called them probably the most overrated band ever. At least I heard of this record. This was definatley the best one yet. I’d consider giving it a 4 and yes I will. It’s good stuff.
4
Mar 10 2025
Raising Hell
Run-D.M.C.
This rap doesn’t age well to me. Walk this way was creative but overall just feels sooooo basic. Innovators for sure but can’t get pumped up from a run dmc song these days.
3
Mar 11 2025
Frank
Amy Winehouse
What a talent she was. I really enjoyed this was well as a lot of the songs Spotify played after the album was over. Best way to describe it was just “cool.” I’d go back to this and want to back in black (I think that’s what it’s called) again.
4
Mar 12 2025
Only By The Night
Kings of Leon
Always thought these guys were lame. Kinda proved right. Terrible voice. Bad production. Sex on fire the supposed hit is boring. I thought singing about teenage girls was frowned upon in the 2000s. This album was not something I had to hear. It’s three. Not bad just meh.
3
Mar 13 2025
Kenya
Machito
1957 release - at least I know it will not be a long listen. This is a genre I was supposed to hear before I died. There is nothing this album can do to separate itself from any other within the genre. I’ll I kept thinking about was the movie very bad things and also the part in godfather 2 when they were in Cuba. Soundtrack material. It’s good stuff but nothing I can see ever voluntarily putting on again.
3
Mar 14 2025
The Gershwin Songbook
Ella Fitzgerald
Beautiful voice familiar broadway songs - this is nice for 45 minutes. I tried to get through the three hours but come on. She’s a legend but enough is enough.
3
Mar 17 2025
Hot Fuss
The Killers
Didn’t realize this was a debut album. Killers is a guilty pleasure, Mr bright side is an absolute banger and it’s never a bad time to hear that song. Works in any setting. That’s all said. Feels like they peaked on this record. All downhill from there. All that said, it’s still just a 4.
4
Mar 18 2025
Head Hunters
Herbie Hancock
Good stuff. Nothing to really come back to but I always enjoy some good 70s funk.
3
Mar 19 2025
Armed Forces
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
It’s like Elvis Costello is the greatest musical genius of every generation according to this list. Enough is enough. Peace love and understanding is a good tune. Three average stars.
3
Mar 20 2025
Astral Weeks
Van Morrison
Nothing here made me say wow. Very jazzy. His voice so unique - just doesn’t work for me sometimes. Other times it does. This is average.
3
Mar 21 2025
Vanishing Point
Primal Scream
Wanted to like it but it’s lame. Not two stars lame just boring and emotionless. Still, this is an insult the other three star reviews I have given. This is why we need half stars in the rating system. Manufactured, sound effects 90s rave music that didn’t have its coffee in the morning.
3
Mar 24 2025
Bayou Country
Creedence Clearwater Revival
These guys are awesome. I will say that this is one of those greatest hits those bands - don’t care about individual albums, give me the bangers. If it was greatest hits I may say 5 stars. This is probably give three. CCR isn’t one of those let’s check out the progression of this bank from album to album.
3
Mar 25 2025
The Suburbs
Arcade Fire
I expected a lot more from this record. I was a little disappointed. I wanted to love it. That said it’s three stars. It was fine.
3
Mar 26 2025
Maxinquaye
Tricky
This was dissapointing. Well not dissaponted like I expected something good. More on thought I liked the 90s. This was the same monotone sampling bullshit emotionless crap. I’m making the case for at least half stars again. This isn’t three stars but it’s certainly not 2 stars. I have to give three but this isn’t anything I would recommend to anyone at all.
3
Mar 27 2025
New Wave
The Auteurs
This was this Brit pop it’s sounded like. I listened to it on a plane and never slept so good. I technically listened but don’t remember. It was boring.
3
Mar 28 2025
The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan
The more I hear the more I love. This dude is a fucking bad ass. Love it. But not 5 stars love it. 4 folky stars.
4
Mar 31 2025
Let's Stay Together
Al Green
Let’s stay together always reminds me of pulp fiction. Great voice , great songs. I’ll give this 4 stars. I listened to this in the balcony in Turks and Caicos. That place makes everything good I suppose.
4
Apr 01 2025
White Blood Cells
The White Stripes
As I said before - Jack White just gets rock and roll. Makes things sound so easy. This album is just so raw. The drumming is so simple but so unique. Great band. Great album, but I prefer the more polished sound they got later.
4
Apr 02 2025
Moby Grape
Moby Grape
Never heard of this before but automatically know what it will sound like. This is what im here for. I’ll never go back to this but is cool. It’s Moby Grape. I even listened to the bonus tracks. Now again. I need half stars. This isn’t a four. But it’s better than some of the threes. I have to give this a three.
3
Apr 03 2025
Jazz Samba
Stan Getz
This was a very, very pleasant jazz album to listen to. The Latin flare made it that much better. Chill, thought out and interesting. Not haphazard and random. Feeling generous and giving 4 stars.
4
Apr 04 2025
Dance Mania
Tito Puente
More Latin flare - this sounds like the soundtrack to the movie the chef with John favereau. I would never ever listen to this for enjoyment only own. Now a few drinks, in Miami at a club and I can start salsaing. Easy dance for old white dudes to do. Three steps forward, three steps back move your arms slowly like you’re almost running. Terrible cover for this record. Three stars.
3
Apr 07 2025
Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters
Totally get why this record is on this list and it 100 percent belongs given the history of nirvana and on the heels of Cobains suicide. This is raw, and I always thought it was so cool that Groel played every instrument. The guy gets music, he loves metal and writes really catchy songs. Using my best Borat impersonation, “I like!”
4
Apr 08 2025
Straight Outta Compton
N.W.A.
Ok I was surprised here. This was awesome. Blew away public enemy for my money. I’d listen again. Funny how Dre and ice cube are like mainstream and live off the persona now. I liked this. A lot. Not 5 stars but easy eazy 4.
4
Apr 09 2025
Suzanne Vega
Suzanne Vega
This was a very pleasant record to listen to. Nothing great by way of melodies or voice but it felt a little ahead of its time and feels like a current release. That has to account for something. No stand out tracks so I will give it a three but this could have been a 3.5. I will also note I find her voice very soothing and relaxing. Kind of music I can mediate or zone out to.
3
Apr 10 2025
Scott 4
Scott Walker
More music I would expect to hear on a Quentin Tarantino movie soundtrack. Overly dramatic and oozes late 60s.
3
Apr 11 2025
Winter In America
Gil Scott-Heron
Annoying one as I had to listen on YouTube. This seems like it was important for race and all that. Music is fine the last track was like poetry reading but maybe early for of rapping. Again it’s fine.
3
Apr 14 2025
Rust Never Sleeps
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
More great Neil Young. Powderfinger is my favorite here. Great stuff, nice mix of folk and rock and roll. 4 easy stars.
4
Apr 15 2025
Licensed To Ill
Beastie Boys
Who would have thought that when this came out in the mid 80s they would have long careers. There are so many annoying songs on this, namely girls, fight for your right among others. But Paul Revere is awesome and the sampling was smart to draw kids in. This is a 3.5. Can’t give it a 4, so I’ll give a three - but this is a 3.5.
3
Apr 16 2025
The Stooges
The Stooges
This was worth listening too. Super raw. Can see how they are pioneers of the punk movement. Cool stuff. We will fall was not needed to be that bloated. Three stars.
3
Apr 17 2025
Isn't Anything
My Bloody Valentine
Boring. That about sums it up. Not bad. Just boring. I guess this is an influence on emo stuff? I will say I have a hankering to listen to some my chemical romance now.
3
Apr 18 2025
Under Construction
Missy Elliott
Hmm. It terrible. I was thinking to myself give me this over Beyoncé album anytime. Then Beyoncé had a feature. Highlight was the Paul revere sample, which oddly enough was two albums ago. Great song. Again not terrible, kinda of enjoyed it.
3
Apr 21 2025
Highway 61 Revisited
Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan again. At first a slight eye roll then remembered i have been thoroughly enjoying his catalog. Looking forward to it. More great stuff. Dude is awesome. Can’t believe I slept on this guy. Gotta watch the movie this weekend.
4
Apr 22 2025
It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back
Public Enemy
I liked this a lot more than fear of a black planet. This was fun. Catchy. Good stuff. Flavor flav yeahhhhh booooyyyyy gets old fast though. That said I’ll give this 4 stars.
4
Apr 23 2025
The Madcap Laughs
Syd Barrett
This was interesting. I was expecting garbled nonsense but this was pretty easy to listen to - got a bit wacky towards the end but there were some touching lyrics and this wasn’t bad at all. David Gilmore took Pink Floyd to new heights but Sid did write astronmy domine. Every Floyd fan should listen to this Barrett record.
3
Apr 24 2025
Deloused in the Comatorium
The Mars Volta
These guys semed to linger in my mind as a band needing to listen to. References in movies and some moderate success in early 2000s but the voice killed me. High pitched howling is what thought but it wasn’t bad. Not the kind of record you will click with on first listen. It was interesting but not something I would go back to on my own.
3
Apr 25 2025
G. Love And Special Sauce
G. Love & Special Sauce
The was unexpectedly pleasant. I really liked the vibe. Never heard of these guys or any of the songs. Good daydrinking background music I may listen again. Not 4 stars tough.
3
Apr 28 2025
The Wildest!
Louis Prima
This was awesome. Great playing. High energy. Sounded like they had fun making it. Little nuances like hearing the band leader all fired up in the deep background. Glad to have heard this. 4 stars for sure.
4
Apr 29 2025
That's The Way Of The World
Earth, Wind & Fire
This was great. Funky, catchy and still holds up. In going to round this one up to four stars. Just a solid record with songs I recognized. Great musicianship.
4
Apr 30 2025
Led Zeppelin III
Led Zeppelin
I think people sleep on this record. Out on the tiles, celebration day and tangerine are some of my favorites. Can’t wait to listen to this again - I already know it’s a 4. Let’s give John Paul Jones his due - feels like he is the forgotten member of led zep but what a talent he is.
4
May 01 2025
Strangeways, Here We Come
The Smiths
This was much more upbeat than I had expected it to be. Little whiny but I actually kind of enjoyed it. Solid three for a first listen. Can believe how many listeners they have on Spotify. Almost 18 million. Is the is the bank morrisey came from. I suppose I don’t really care.
3
May 02 2025
Walking Wounded
Everything But The Girl
This was very generic sounded like Sade singing over an electronic drum track. This did not sound influential or moving at all. It was fine but is an insult to other three star rated records here.
3
May 05 2025
This Year's Model
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Holy shit. It must be his complete catalog on this list. More quirky uptempo stuff. I have nothing against Elvis Costello except the fact that 1/3 of the way through this list he is the most repeated artist. Another three star review. Blah blah blah.
3
May 06 2025
Beggars Banquet
The Rolling Stones
In all fairness to Mr Costello there seems to by a shit ton of Rolling Stones here. Difference here is I like it. So much material from this band I can’t believe I used to think they were overrated. They have overtaken the who on my list of British rock royalty. Great record
4
May 07 2025
Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs
Derek & The Dominos
Eric Clapton bores me but this one has two of his best in Layla and bell bottom blues. Key to the highway is a gem I discovered here and I loved that one. Very bluesy record - it’s cool and all just production wise sounds like shit. Not sure if this is an expanded version but a refined longer than an hour released in 1970 seems unique. I think I’m rounding up to 4 stars here. Good stuff
4
May 08 2025
Autobahn
Kraftwerk
This has to be the band that was inspiration for “autobahn”. The fake band the nihilists were in from The Big Lebowski. Anyway this seemed ahead of its time - not even sure what you call this, electric eurotrash or what - it was more than just tones and sounds. Respect it, don’t love it but don’t hate it.
3
May 09 2025
Electric Music For The Mind And Body
Country Joe & The Fish
Started out better than I had expected. Mix of psychedelic and hillbilly. Definitely interesting never heard of these guys before. So very 60s.Martha Lorraine is the best from this record for my money.
3
May 12 2025
25
Adele
Yes I’m a still a sucker for Adele’s voice. I think she is an amazing talent. Some of her music is super corny and downright annoying but just for her voice she’s an automatic 4 stars. I think the other record is better maybe? Not sure.
4
May 13 2025
Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols
Sex Pistols
This is what I am here for. Classic record that I know a couple of singles but would never dive in on my own. This was smarter and more polished than I expected it to be. I quite enjoyed it. I am guessing this is the only really worthwhile release they ever put out. But it’s pretty freaking awesome.
4
May 14 2025
Revolver
Beatles
Nice another one that I have been wanting to listen to. I know I should like the Beatles but I just can’t get into them. I’m guessing this is the record they started experimenting with hallucinogens? Lot of respect for them, the creativity, originality and i know this band changed a lot of people’s lives. Just doesn’t hit me like I think it should. I still give it 4 stars.
4
May 15 2025
You Want It Darker
Leonard Cohen
Pretty much what I expected. Dark, raspy “vocals”, pretty much talking. But a nice listen nonetheless. Interesting lyrics, I would actually listen again. I’ll stick with three stars though.
3
May 16 2025
Exile In Guyville
Liz Phair
This was disappointing. Nothing struck me as interesting. Couple of songs kinda rocked but not impressed. Expected more. Perhaps it’s the “shocking” lyrics that got her noticed as well as the nipple on the cover. So edgy.
3
May 19 2025
1999
Prince
Super catchy pop record. But man the songs were long. This guy is super talented and I thought this was his debut. This could have been 5 stars if it showcased more of his guitar playing skills.
4
May 20 2025
Channel Orange
Frank Ocean
I really tried to get into this one. Had a lot of good parts but nothing took hold as a whole. Always thought he was a rapper but this is more r and b. Maybe other records of his are better.
3
May 21 2025
Tragic Songs of Life
The Louvin Brothers
Not much to say here. It is exactly what you would expect. Satan fearing bible thumping hillbilly country. Not a bad thing just not my thing.
3
May 22 2025
Vento De Maio
Elis Regina
Was expecting the music to have a much heavier taste of Latin influences but this was straight up smooth jazz basically. Had a hunch it was Portuguese singing and didn’t know this lady was so huge in Brazil. Quality voice and writes songs as well. Good listen.
3
May 23 2025
Djam Leelii
Baaba Maal
At least he second one from this dude. I’ll listen but likely won’t pay much attention. There is no connection to this at all really. All talented people and all that. Just can’t relate at all.
3
May 26 2025
Illmatic
Nas
I liked this a lot. Actually listened to it a couple of times. For the mid 90s this one felt more modern, not angry or corny like most -early 90 hip hop/rap. I’ll give it a 4. Listening to this made me go back to maad city by Kendrick. That one is awesome.
4
May 27 2025
Funeral
Arcade Fire
Another one I expected more from but this probably requires multiple spins. Rebellion is an awesome song and the vibe of the song certainly fits the title. Ultimately this is indi, hipster, I like it cause no one else does type music.
3
May 28 2025
Meat Puppets II
Meat Puppets
Now I know where I heard of these guys. For some reason was confusing them with screaming trees. Nirvana had covered them for the unplugged album. Interesting music. Unlike things at the time. Underground, melodies to be found. Not paying so much attention to the lyrics. I won’t listen again. Three stars.
3
May 29 2025
The Infotainment Scan
The Fall
For this one I forgot to write as I listened cause I was driving. I can’t really remember it at all. Indie generic not interesting I suppose. In one ear out the other. I do know it wasn’t bad. I hate that I give these completely average things the same three stars I give things that actually are pretty good.
3
May 30 2025
Power In Numbers
Jurassic 5
See this is where I get aggravated. I liked this - funky, modern, catchy genre hoping rap. All great things. But it’s not a 4 star record and crushes a lot of the stuff that I’ve been giving threes to. This is 3.5. You know what, fuck it. 4 stars!!!!
4
Jun 02 2025
The ArchAndroid
Janelle Monáe
This was more diverse than I expected. Lots of variety on here but doesn’t seem like she really went anywhere mainstream. R and b, rap, funk, soul, pop nice voice but kinda average for my taste.
3
Jun 03 2025
The Slim Shady LP
Eminem
I like some of Eminem’s songs and he opened the rap world up in the early 2000s. It this record did nothing for me. Felt like over the top lyrics just to create controversy. A talent for sure but this one was pretty average for me.
3
Jun 04 2025
The White Album
Beatles
Ah I’ve been waiting for this. Looking forward to listening despite the fact the previous Beatles records I listened to did nothing to change the fact that they really do nothing for me. Revolution 9 was a waste of 8 minutes. That all said I really dug this one. Like really dug it. Can I say I understand their brilliance now? No. Loads of great songs and the songwriting spoke to me this time. Based on my enjoyment and the legacy, this is 5 stars. Amazing it’s sandwiched between two other legendary records.
5
Jun 05 2025
Queen Of Denmark
John Grant
This was a really great record. Started off a bit slow but as we hit the midway point I found myself looking up lyrics, adding songs to playlists and repeating tracks. Really enjoyed it, interesting lyrics, nice melodies, great mix of instruments. Quality stuff - loved it.
4
Jun 06 2025
Our Aim Is To Satisfy
Red Snapper
This was as average as it comes blah blah blah late 90s early 2000s dance music. One song talked about clits. Stupid. But. It two stars bad. Just dumb that this is considered must listen music. Dumb.
3
Jun 09 2025
American Idiot
Green Day
Initially turned off when I saw this I’m sick of their politics blah blah blah. But it’s a solid record with catchy songs. I liked it. It’s 4 stars. Pop punk rock.
4
Jun 10 2025
Brilliant Corners
Thelonious Monk
This seemed like a simpler jazz record to enjoy. Was bluesy, catchy just straight up enjoyable. Outstanding musicianship. I liked this a lot. Fun to listen to.
4
Jun 11 2025
Life's Too Good
The Sugarcubes
New wave reminded me of souse and the banshees or something. Not that I even know their music. Background listen for me nothing here to get into.
3
Jun 12 2025
Copper Blue
Sugar
Never heard of this but went in guessing some kind of alternative music. Early 90s alternative rock. And this album actually kinda rocked. Good songs - there was one that just didn’t fit in at all with the rest of the record. It was called if in any change your mind. After listening to record I still have no idea where they from. If I had to guess I’d say somewhere in the uk. I listed to a lot of radio in the early 90s and this fits in with anything else that was being played. Yay I was right. Founder of band was bob mould from husker duu. I heard of him.
3
Jun 13 2025
The Beach Boys Today!
The Beach Boys
Yep it’s exactly what you would expect. Seems to me this album generator is not completely random considering this popped up the morning after Brian Wilson’s death. I guess I’ll give it 4 stars but wasn’t that awesome. But killed a lot of the other threes I have given.
4
Jun 16 2025
Music From Big Pink
The Band
I don’t know. This is a pretty overrated record I’d guess. Doesn’t do anything for me. Take a load off fanny is probably the biggest hit here and I really dislike that song. I know this is Robbie Robertson but I still don’t know what he’s all about. Not sure I care.
3
Jun 17 2025
Disintegration
The Cure
I think this is the third cure record and by far the best on the list so far. Pictures of you and love song and just flat out great great songs. I am inclined to give this a 4 because I’ve been giving out many threes. Does anyone even give a shit about my rankings? Not likely but I will continue to do this for some reason. Let’s rank it and see what crappy record I need to listen to next.
4
Jun 18 2025
I Should Coco
Supergrass
Well looks like another crappy album after all. Let’s see. Half way through and I wouldn’t call it crappy at all. More mid 90s British alternative reminds me a lot of pulp. Couple of catchy things here nothing I’d ever come back to. Unless something blows me away in the back end of the record. Nope. Nothing blew me away.
3
Jun 19 2025
Suede
Suede
More Brit early 90s alternative rock. Cool little record I liked it. Never heard of these guys but apparently they inspired bigger acts like oasis. Never made it big. Worth the listen.
3
Jun 20 2025
Twelve Dreams Of Dr. Sardonicus
Spirit
This was cool. Great 70s rock. I was reminded a lot of the who. I’d listen again.
3
Jun 23 2025
Murmur
R.E.M.
REM is in interesting band. Some really corny songs. Some really self important nonsense a then some really great rock songs. I like them this was a little too indie - it reminds me of high school girls in the 80s that wore doc martins.
3
Jun 24 2025
Physical Graffiti
Led Zeppelin
Classic. Love the deep cuts on this one. Doesn’t feel bloated dare I say it is underrated. I’d like to know the story behind this one - why a double album? I’ll say it again, probably the best rock band ever. Jimmy Page is amazing.
5
Jun 25 2025
Night Life
Ray Price
What a time to be alive. Made depressed drinking sound ok and almost warranted. Country blues super polished and just felt very white. White blues for sure.
3
Jun 26 2025
Definitely Maybe
Oasis
I’m shocked. This actually rocked. Easy 4 stars. Really really liked this. So British. Great melodies. I may listen to these guys often.
4
Jun 27 2025
Drunk
Thundercat
This was weird. Apparently a virtuoso on bass, he had a lot of collaborations. But it was very anime type strangeness. Couldn’t get into it at all. But not 2 star bad.
3
Jun 30 2025
Paranoid
Black Sabbath
What a record. Year after hippy summer of love and then war pigs comes out. Outstanding record. The riffs are relentless and geezer butler is criminally underrated as a bass player.
5
Jul 01 2025
What's Going On
Marvin Gaye
Not exactly what I expected but damn close. I thought it was going to be more about banging. Still good. But won’t listen again. I’d like to give 3.5 but alas just a three.
3
Jul 02 2025
Black Monk Time
The Monks
Annoying had to listen on YouTube. But this was more aggressive than I expected. Pioneers of punk maybe? Looked them up and haircuts were priceless. Boys are boys and girls are choice - poignant stuff.
3
Jul 03 2025
Urban Hymns
The Verve
I’m coming off of the oasis record I thought I was getting more of the same. This one wasn’t as rocking, but it was the best U2 record I heard in a long time. I got into this, lots of different vibes in the record, great production. I’m gonna give this a 4. Maybe too strong a score but my attention was never drifting away. That says something.
4
Jul 04 2025
Beautiful Freak
Eels
More mid 90s alternative rock. This was cool. I have seen this album cover before, I enjoyed the record but just kind of forgettable. More great production though - I really do love the 90s music. Another 3.5 but think I’m rounding down here. No flaunting these guys but hilonestly I don’t even know if they came out with another record. Not interesting enough to see history or if still around.
3
Jul 07 2025
Back To Black
Amy Winehouse
This was a really soulful boozy album for a young girl. I wonder how much the producer played apart, but I guess the most impressive thing is that I always look at this record and she wrote every song I think. After listening to the record and full, maybe it’s a little bit overrated because it’s just kind of boring but what a talent and what a waste of a life. Well, not a waste of a life, but talent gone too soon.
4
Jul 08 2025
Meat Is Murder
The Smiths
Didn’t love this one. Early alt kinda whiney maybe original emo stuff. Give me the cure over this any day.
3
Jul 09 2025
1977
Ash
Mid 90s rock album that had modest success in the uk and nowhere else. Apparently Ireland maybe. And I don’t think they are part of the uk. This was utterly average. Really didn’t want o finish it while on vacation but I did.
3
Jul 10 2025
Dusty In Memphis
Dusty Springfield
Listened to this one with my oldest daughter in the car. We were both kinda bored but there is something clearly special about her voice. Very calm and natural that’s what made this good.
3
Jul 11 2025
Throwing Muses
Throwing Muses
When it first started playing all I thought was haphazard all over the place alt rock. Not what I expected. Heard a lot of violent femmes and remained me of the breeders. Interesting music and there seems to be some longevity to them. Not bad at all. Didn’t want to rush to shut it off. That’s saying something.
3
Jul 14 2025
My Generation
The Who
What a band, what a career. 19-21 year old kids creating this always amazes me. The stand out tracks are great, my generation is one of the greatest songs ever. The attitude and talent is just fun to listen to. Keith moon is a beast and Pete is a legend.
4
Jul 15 2025
The Joshua Tree
U2
I remember being in high school U2 were huge. I wouldn’t call myself a fan but was familiar with the hits. When this came out I recall being a little disappointed because it was so mellow. But definitely a fan of the record and it took them to another stratosphere. Record still holds up. Good stuff. They are often cited as one of the most overrated ever but I disagree.
4
Jul 16 2025
Ragged Glory
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Pretty boring record. Knew mansion on the hill. Next song reminded me of a John mellencamp song. Hoped for more considering his legacy.
3
Jul 17 2025
The Scream
Siouxsie And The Banshees
Little more punk than I expected didn’t do a whole lot for me. I gotta assume they were inspirational to some gonna guess Florence and the machine and the yeah yeah yeahs off the top of my head. Also assuming there is some longevity with them but nothing I’d give a second listen to.
3
Jul 18 2025
Happy Trails
Quicksilver Messenger Service
No idea what to expect this - never heard anything about this one. Well not what I expected at all. Jam band with some fun guitar solos and instumental parts. Had to inspire lots plot people. This was a good listen. This record rocked.
3
Jul 21 2025
Toys In The Attic
Aerosmith
Aerosmith was ruined for me before I could give them a chance. In high school we were bombarded with dude looks like a lady and I hated that song. I knew the classics but it was all ruined by that song. This album fucking rocks. Sweet emotion is an all time great and no more no more is a great deep cut find. I loved it. Easy 4 stars. Great fucking record.
4
Jul 22 2025
Lady Soul
Aretha Franklin
Classic songs, amazing voice nothing not to like here. Didn’t need to listen to the mono versions. Gonna give this a 4 because of the legendary status. Ain’t no way was a stand out for me.
4
Jul 23 2025
On The Beach
Neil Young
Another good Neil young record, much better than his crazy horse stuff. Like the vibe, and his voice works despite the uniqueness. Laid back bluesy folky mellow rock and roll. Love it.
4
Jul 24 2025
Vol. 4
Black Sabbath
Love that I got to listen to this right after ozzy’s death. Focusing on this record, it’s not one of my favorites but it’s still great. I always an enjoyed little interludes like Laguna sunrise to offset the sludginess. Great album closer in under the sun…ozzy is an icon
4
Jul 25 2025
Close To The Edge
Yes
Exactly what you’d expect from early yes. Ultra proggy, great musicianship. The whole time I just thought I’d so much rather be listening to Rush.
3
Jul 28 2025
D
White Denim
Cool little indie rock jam band not overly obnoxious record. A manageable 35-40 minutes. Didn’t bore me but didn’t excite me either. Kinda forgettable. But by no means bad, glad I listened.
3
Jul 29 2025
Graceland
Paul Simon
I remember this record being huge among adults. I don’t know much about Paul Simon’s discography but insuspect this record was an evolution for him at a time when infusing world music into American pop was all the rage. Between this, Bobby Mcferrin and even Peter Gabriel it was everywhere in the mid 80’s. Quirky is the best word to describe this record.
3
Jul 30 2025
Closer
Joy Division
Half way through and I can say this is fucking terrible. I hate it. Maybe became little more bearable but still hated this.
2
Jul 31 2025
Shalimar
Rahul Dev Burman
There was some western flare thrown in here but this is very ethnic. Tough to say if good or bad just not anywhere near my wheelhouse.
3
Aug 01 2025
For Your Pleasure
Roxy Music
Heard of them but none of their music. Listened yesterday while busy but I remember a few songs that were cool. Angry love lyrics. Some lame songs some good ones, glad I listened.
3
Aug 04 2025
Oedipus Schmoedipus
Barry Adamson
This was not bad. I was even playing it with the family in the car and they didn’t complain. Cool stuff I’d call it alternative jazz. Very 90s sampling stuff. Glad I listened.
3
Aug 05 2025
Yankee Hotel Foxtrot
Wilco
Had a couple of Wilco records here and the music always interests me. There is nothing flashy, nothing exceptional, just damn good music. This would be a 3.5 but I’m not sure if I should round up or down. I think I’ll round up. It’s better than some threes I’ve given.
4
Aug 06 2025
Rattlesnakes
Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
Much poppier than I expected. Really super clean production. Actually enjoyed a couple of the songs. Very light, very thin. British synth pop. Three stars.
3
Aug 07 2025
Highly Evolved
The Vines
This was a cool Little Rock and roll record. Never heard of them, but I like me it. Good stuff.
3
Aug 08 2025
Destroy Rock & Roll
Mylo
Given the title of the record I was expecting something a little more aggressive, or at least controversial. Just more background ambiance music. Title track was pretty catchy.
3
Aug 11 2025
You're Living All Over Me
Dinosaur Jr.
I listened to this on Friday and had some thoughts I wanted to write but never did and now I can’t remember anything specific about this. I think it felt like ot was almost pregrungie but it was heavier than the 90s “hits” that i know. It was fine.
3
Aug 12 2025
Rip It Up
Orange Juice
After the first minute of listening all I hear is talking heads with more synth type sounds. Really clean sounding record love the production. Harmless record.
3
Aug 13 2025
Damaged
Black Flag
This was awesome. I preferred hardcore to punk by a mile. I never listened to their studio stuff but I remember in high school I had the live recording who’s got the 10.5. Gimmie gimme gimme is just awesome. Gonna go play that live record now. I remember listening to the bass on that record and wanting to learn. Awesome stuff.
4
Aug 14 2025
The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill
Funny my brother in law plays in a cover band and he did Linda rondstadt version and I thought I need to give the Lauryn hill record a listen. It’s always highly regarded as one of the greats. Now here it is. I shall listen. I wanted to like it more. I found it hard to find the groove I just couldn’t connect with it. Talented for sure just not for me.
3
Aug 15 2025
Music From The Penguin Cafe
Penguin Cafe Orchestra
Feels like the first movie score on this list. There have been soundtracks but not scores. I have no idea what the penguin cafe is. Anyway I was listening to this in my car driving my son somewhere and he goes omg Travis Scott I think sampled this song. He played it and we compared and checked credits it was close but not exact. This is fine. I’d give it 3.5 but not rounding up.
3
Aug 18 2025
John Prine
John Prine
Another dude I never heard of. Should have known by the hay in the cover that this would be ultra country. I thought more folk. Further I got in it was more folk with country twang. I liked this. Interesting lyrics. Nicer melodies than country for sure. More diverse instruments it felt like. I’d listen to this again for sure. Worst part was his voice - but not annoying, just not polished.
3
Aug 19 2025
Halcyon Digest
Deerhunter
Interesting stuff here. Would have sworn they were British. Beatles inlence I hear. Very poppy rock music but certainly not commercial. Pretty unique.
3
Aug 20 2025
#1 Record
Big Star
Another one never heard of and couldn’t find anyone that has heard of them. Granted only asked two people. Anyway pop rock record from early 70. Bright shiny production. No balls. Lots of winey take me back lyrics. Corny band name and album name. I am rounding down I am aggregated with this one. 2 stars.
2
Aug 21 2025
Arc Of A Diver
Steve Winwood
Jeez this wasn’t great either. When you see a chance is a classic but after that it’s another ballless record. Thin and corny. Steve winwood has some great songs and was in traffic and all that but this record is just generic.
3
Aug 22 2025
Mothership Connection
Parliament
These funk albums are always fun. Goofy lyrics funky grooves nice to hear something not so serious. And the music is good. 4 stars.
4
Aug 25 2025
Selected Ambient Works 85-92
Aphex Twin
Sounds and tones. Boring and soulless.
3
Aug 26 2025
The Sensual World
Kate Bush
I thought this was catchy the first time I listened. Subsequent listens were overly dramatic. Strange but calming voice. She is not pop. She is not rock. She is not alternative. Indont know what she is.
3
Aug 27 2025
Elephant Mountain
The Youngbloods
This was cooler than I thought it would be. Part jam band, part folky, part yacht rock - I can picture some of these songs as part of a Quentin Tarantino soundtrack. Not bad at all.
3
Aug 28 2025
Here's Little Richard
Little Richard
This is awesome. I love it. Nothing else to say here. I’m almost inclined to give it 5 stars. This music is the basis.
4
Aug 29 2025
Neon Bible
Arcade Fire
I liked this better than the last one on this list. Not sure this band needs multiple records on the list but here we are and I liked this record. Some good upbeat songs, interesting arrangements. Good stuff. I’ll give it 4 stars. Why not life is good.
4
Sep 01 2025
The Gilded Palace Of Sin
The Flying Burrito Brothers
I suppose this is rockabilly? I thought it would be painful to listen to but it was not bad at all. Terrible name of a band. Wasn’t interested enough to look anything up about them. Harmless participant on this list.
3
Sep 02 2025
Songs From A Room
Leonard Cohen
More of the same from Leonard. Dramatic folk music. Didn’t hit me like a song or two from previous listens.
3
Sep 03 2025
Your Arsenal
Morrissey
Not sure if this guys was always a solo artist for some reason I thought he was part of the smiths. Not nearly as depressing as I thought it would be, but yes not the most positive record I’ve ever heard. We hate when our friends are successful, jeez. Very British, and I can actually see why he was popular. Some catchy stuff.
3