1001 Albums Summary

Not what I'd have chosen for myself. That said, this was an album ahead of its time. I enjoyed several songs immensely; the rest was decent background music. Nice to stretch some boundaries with this.

Classic! I've heard this album before, but hadn't really stopped to actually LISTEN to it. Putting a closer ear to it, much of the album still holds up, some songs better than others.

Classic concept album!

I am a fan of Willie Nelson anyway, but hadn't done a deep dive on this album. I am glad I got the chance. Stripped down storytelling at its best.

A lot has been said about the Pixies, and about this album. What can I add? I enjoy the wacky, whimsical lyrics and punchy, pop-punk/alt musicality. Good stuff.

Another classic. I'm not a Beatles fan, but I see the appeal.

This is garbage. I don't usually say that about music, but I'm not finding any redeeming quality to these songs except for the silence between tracks.

Almost 50 years on, and this piano-rock album still offers a solid listening experience. Kind of an old-fashioned sound by today's production standards and effects, it was slick for its time and you can hear the slickness in Joel's songs. Compelling tunes and relatable lyrics contribute to this album's overall timelessness.

I liked it!

Easier to listen to in the 80s, when angst and hormones flowed freer. Still not a bad album for dark winter days spent alone contemplating a breakup or for general wallowing.