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You Love More Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
D.O.A. the Third and Final Report of Throbbing Gristle
Throbbing Gristle
4 1.89 +2.11
Joan Baez
Joan Baez
5 2.97 +2.03
The Dreaming
Kate Bush
5 2.99 +2.01
Fever To Tell
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
5 3.29 +1.71
Hybrid Theory
Linkin Park
5 3.39 +1.61
Rock Bottom
Robert Wyatt
4 2.39 +1.61
Stankonia
OutKast
5 3.54 +1.46
Calenture
The Triffids
4 2.55 +1.45
California
American Music Club
4 2.69 +1.31
Scott 4
Scott Walker
4 2.8 +1.2

You Love Less Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
This Year's Model
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
1 3.31 -2.31
Only By The Night
Kings of Leon
1 3.23 -2.23
A Night At The Opera
Queen
2 3.95 -1.95
American IV: The Man Comes Around
Johnny Cash
2 3.87 -1.87
Among The Living
Anthrax
1 2.86 -1.86
In Utero
Nirvana
2 3.82 -1.82
Let It Bleed
The Rolling Stones
2 3.8 -1.8
American Idiot
Green Day
2 3.77 -1.77
Graceland
Paul Simon
2 3.72 -1.72
Bayou Country
Creedence Clearwater Revival
2 3.63 -1.63

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Joan Baez by Joan Baez

Absolutely fantastic album. This is real folk music. Great storytelling, an intentional flow from song to song, only the instruments that are necessary and all with a killer voice. Joan Baez's debut album is perfect! Silver Dagger, Henry Martin, John Riley and Girl of Constant Sorrow are standouts.

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Chirping Crickets by Buddy Holly & The Crickets
Jan 08 2024

It was fine for what it was

So by Peter Gabriel
Jan 10 2024

Solid 80s soft rock, a la, Phil Collins. Definitely will listen again

Time Out by The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Jan 11 2024

Good old timey jazz

Is This It by The Strokes
Jan 12 2024

Good early 2000's indie rock. Definitely worth another listen.

Figure 8 by Elliott Smith
Jan 15 2024

Very early 2000's. Didn't do anything specific for me.

Debut by Björk
Jan 16 2024

I am a big Bjork fan so it was fun to listen to her debut album. It definitely sounds very 90's and not her fully formed self. Good reminder to listen to some of her other stuff.

Suzanne Vega by Suzanne Vega
Jan 17 2024

Very cool. Early 90's female soft rock. Worth listening to other Suzanne Vega albums. I liked Knight Moves.

Ellington at Newport by Duke Ellington
Jan 18 2024

Definitely old timey (40s and 50s) jazz. Not my music at all.

American Idiot by Green Day
Jan 22 2024

Very Green Day. Not my kind of music.

Daydream Nation by Sonic Youth
Jan 23 2024

I really like it. Gives me The Cure vibes. Ended up listening to the whole thing twice. I really liked Providence

Led Zeppelin IV by Led Zeppelin
Jan 24 2024

I really enjoyed it. Good classic 70s rock. Now I know what Stairway to Heaven sounds like. Would listen again

Kid A by Radiohead
Jan 25 2024

The sound is quintessential Radiohead. Lots of songs I didn't know. Will definitely be listening again.

Dry by PJ Harvey
Jan 26 2024

Fine. Early 90s female rock. Not for me.

Toys In The Attic by Aerosmith
Jan 30 2024

Good 70s rock. I really liked Toy in the Attic. Solid music.

Kings Of The Wild Frontier by Adam & The Ants
Jan 31 2024

Very ecclectic and worth another listen. The album has a good mix of different kinds of sounds.

Hms Fable by Shack
Feb 01 2024

Good 90s British Rock. A la Oasis and Hootie & the Blowfish

This Year's Model by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Feb 02 2024

Not my jam. Not much to bring me in. It sounds like the start of 80's synth but not in an engaging or compelling format. Meh

L.A. Woman by The Doors
Feb 05 2024

Good album. Quintessential Doors

New York Dolls by New York Dolls
Feb 07 2024

70s Punk Rock. Clearly identifiable sound, but didn't resonate with me personally.

The White Room by The KLF
Feb 08 2024

Cool dance and techno music with some other stuff thrown in

Safe As Milk by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Feb 09 2024

It was cool 60s. Sounds were a little varied from song to song. Only got one listen. Nothing specific stood out.

Hotel California by Eagles
Feb 12 2024

Good music. Probably wouldnt go out of my way to listen to again, but I get the appeal. Favorite song was Try and Love again.

Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode
Feb 13 2024

Good sound. 80th sinth and a little futuristic. Definitely worth another listen!

The Yes Album by Yes
Feb 14 2024

Fun 70's rock. Short album, so a very easy and enjoyable listen. Should definitely listen to again

Brilliant Corners by Thelonious Monk
Feb 15 2024

Not my kind of music but I can see the magic there. Its that 70s/80s Mr. Rogers kind of jazz.

Queen II by Queen
Feb 16 2024

It was Queen sound. Probably wouldn't listen again.

Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin
Feb 19 2024

Interesting notes. Very clearly Led Zepellin. Most likely won't listen again, but if it comes up, I could see myself enjoying it.

Talking Heads 77 by Talking Heads
Feb 20 2024

Very Talking Heads. No song stood out to me.

More Specials by The Specials
Feb 21 2024

First song not great. Got better. Lots of funky sounds. Ska music that just didn't quite go there enough. Two songs I liked: International Jet Set and Do Nothing.

Slayed? by Slade
Feb 22 2024

Its classic 70's rock a la Motley Crue. Just not my music.

21 by Adele
Feb 23 2024

Good album. No specific songs stood out.

S&M by Metallica
Feb 26 2024

Good sound. Very 90's burgeoning mainstream rock. Some good songs.

Back At The Chicken Shack by Jimmy Smith
Feb 27 2024

Early 60's jazz. Good music. Not my jam. I can tell that it's solid jazz.

Palo Congo by Sabu
Feb 28 2024

Interesting portuguese/tribal/cumbia type music.

xx by The xx
Feb 29 2024

Fantastic album. Have listen to it 100 times before. Great reverb, soft sounds and a unique sound. Definitely their best album.

Odelay by Beck
Mar 01 2024

Lots of different music sounds. Felt a little like schizojazz. I liked the first half of the album better.

Let It Bleed by The Rolling Stones
Mar 04 2024

Nothing of note. Not for me. I did realize that You Cant Always Get What You Want is a Rolling Stones song, which I did not know.

Hot Fuss by The Killers
Mar 05 2024

I like this album. First half is better than the second. I forgot that I love the song, On Top!

The Rolling Stones by The Rolling Stones
Mar 06 2024

Fine, but not my kind of music. very early 60's rock feel. No songs stood out.

Mar 07 2024

Sounds like Elton John but no songs stood out. I was mostly bored.

Aqualung by Jethro Tull
Mar 08 2024

Early 70's rock. Undistinguishable from other artist's of the time. Not really for me.

Fleet Foxes by Fleet Foxes
Mar 11 2024

Good band. Some of the songs are more memorable than others. I was expecting to like it more than I did. Overall, the album is on the slow side. No specific songs stood out for me.

Crime Of The Century by Supertramp
Mar 12 2024

Fun 70's hits. No songs particularly called to me. Not sure I need to listen to this album again, but definitely another of their albums could be cool.

Queen Of Denmark by John Grant
Mar 22 2024

Enjoyed it. Listened to the whole thing twice.

Heaven Or Las Vegas by Cocteau Twins
Mar 25 2024

Really nice and interesting sound. Just came across Cocteau Twins and I am a fan.

Rumours by Fleetwood Mac
Mar 26 2024

Good album. Signature Fleetwood Mac. Doesn't have any of my hits

Come Find Yourself by Fun Lovin' Criminals
Mar 27 2024

90s calfornia surfin like Sublime but a little more rappy and not that interesting to listen to. Nothing there for me.

Phaedra by Tangerine Dream
Mar 28 2024

Interesting kind of ethereal/outer space/time travel music. Maybe there's something there? Maybe a different album?

Fever To Tell by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Mar 29 2024

Fantastic album. Fantastic band. It went on repeat three times and I enjoyed it every time. I'm a big fan of Yeah Yeah Yeahs anyway, but the album truly is unique and worth many more listens.

Nevermind by Nirvana
Apr 01 2024

Nirvana's greatest. The first three songs are banging. A couple of other goods one interspersed. Favorite song is Come As You Are

1989 by Taylor Swift
Apr 02 2024

Lots of great songs. I would definitley listen to the album again. So many recognizable hits along with other songs that could have been hits as well.

Melodrama by Lorde
Apr 04 2024

Good Album. Some interesting songs. Some blah songs.

Homework by Daft Punk
Apr 08 2024

Some good jams. Original Daft Punk with their signature sound.

Hot Rats by Frank Zappa
Apr 09 2024

Not anything that stood out for me.

If You Can Believe Your Eyes & Ears by The Mamas & The Papas
Apr 10 2024

Lots of songs I've heard before. One new good one that stood out for me: Do You Wanna Dance. Spanish Harlem is an old favorite.

The Fat Of The Land by The Prodigy
Apr 11 2024

The sound was recognizable as Prodigy and it was semi-enjoyable to listen to. No songs stood out to me, but the two classic were immediately recognized and appreciated (Smack my Bitch Up and Firestarter) and felt very late 90's. Would probably not listen to again as no other song was remarkable.

Smile by Brian Wilson
Apr 12 2024

Fun, beachy hits (definitely has a Beach Boys aura) with some funky eclectic songs thrown in. Worth another listen.

Blood On The Tracks by Bob Dylan
Apr 15 2024

Very Bob Dylan. Liked it overall. No songs stood out but I would listen to the album again. A lot of people complain about the sound, but it just sounds like Bob Dylan.

Paranoid by Black Sabbath
Apr 16 2024

Really cool sound. Definitely listenable. I was afraid it might be a little too death metal but that was not the case. Definitely worth another listen.

Apr 17 2024

Jamiroquai has a very unique sound and this album is all him. Good jams for in the background. But all the songs kind of blended into one another.

Apr 18 2024

Really good songs. Really good beats. Definitely feels like the early 90's rap era. Worth another listen. Fav song is I Don't Wanna Be Called Yo Niga

Transformer by Lou Reed
Apr 19 2024

Cool sound. Great voice and worth another listen.

After The Gold Rush by Neil Young
Apr 22 2024

I probably won't listen to this album again. Very Neil Young. Solid music all around. I liked Cripple Creek Ferry

Apr 23 2024

Not my particular favorite. Although a lot of the songs had a softer sound that traditional queen. The album starts off more mellow before going into Queen "funk" and I like that aspect.

Opus Dei by Laibach
Apr 24 2024

Rammstein style German rock....not my jam....

Architecture And Morality by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
Apr 25 2024

Some real funky stuff. Most likely wont listen again. Favorite song was Extended Souvenir

Apr 26 2024

Irish 90's folksy rock. Nothing made me want to listen again specifically. I did enjoy the sound and vibes overall.

Apr 29 2024

Great album and fantastic voice. I already know about Big Iron (such a favorite) but also found Saddle Tramp (so good) and El Paso. Will definitely be listening to this again.

Surrealistic Pillow by Jefferson Airplane
Apr 30 2024

What a great album. Classics like White Rabbit and Somebody to Love are truly good. Embryonic Journey is so prevalent in media and its a surreal sound that you want to be immersed in. Found a new Jefferson Airplane favorite, Today. Fantastic song that you could play on repeat. Comin' Back to Me is good as well. Will definitely be listening to this album again.

California by American Music Club
May 01 2024

I liked this album. Good early-mid 90's softer type rock. The guitar strum is so recognizable to the era along with the intentional lyrics that speak of times and people gone by. Best song is Western Sky. Honorable Mention: Jenny

Eternally Yours by The Saints
May 02 2024

Real punk rock. The first song was a little much and I didn't want to listen to the rest of the album. But it got better with every song. It had a very clear punk sound but also included the quirkiness that comes from Australian musicians. Favorite is Memories are Made of This. Will definitely listen to again!

Pretzel Logic by Steely Dan
May 03 2024

Good jams. Really easy listen and clear music themes.

Fragile by Yes
May 06 2024

What a cool band. Album starts off strong with Roundabout (best song) and moves smoothly through. Will definitely listen again.

The Low End Theory by A Tribe Called Quest
May 07 2024

Such a good album. Easy early 90's hip hop with a through line. Good jams all around. Worth many more listens

Grace by Jeff Buckley
May 08 2024

Really really like this album. Great early 90' sound and good storytelling. So real is my favorite on the album.

Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd
May 09 2024

Yes. This is an album. The sounds here are both all over the place and clearly centralized. You can clearly hear a theme that runs through the album. Great bookend songs.

Swordfishtrombones by Tom Waits
May 10 2024

Very interesting album. Lots of varied musical styles and a rhythm all its own. More musicians should experiment with sounds and tempos. Not my personal kind of music, but very laudable in its ambition. First half was more entertaining that the last.

Blue Lines by Massive Attack
May 13 2024

I could get down with this. Definitely worth another listen. Favorite song was Be Thankful for what you've got. Should also listen to other Massive Attack albums.

Imagine by John Lennon
May 14 2024

Very John Lennon. Only song that stood out as memorable was Oh Yoko! But I wouldn't call it a favorite. Too poppy and not enough of an interesting sound. Will probably not listen to again.

Playing With Fire by Spacemen 3
May 15 2024

Fine soft psychedelic sounds. No songs stood out to me and told me to play it a second time.

Abbey Road by Beatles
May 16 2024

I can see why people enjoy it. It would have been better suited for a different period in my life when I would have resonated with it more. Sun King was my favorite.

May 17 2024

Solid early 70's rock. Great background music with some interesting sounds. Very par for the course for the time. Would listen to it again but no songs were especially remarkable.

Aladdin Sane by David Bowie
May 20 2024

Classic Bowie. Great songs that you definitely want to hear again. Alladin Sane was the best song on the album.

Stankonia by OutKast
May 21 2024

Absolutely fantastic album. There was a clear theme throughout and you could tell that they were operating at 100% in their writing and producer. Definitely a unique and innovative sound that still fit within the rap genre but dared to venture into some new sound territory. So Fresh and So Clean is the best. Gasoline Dreams and We Luv Deez Hoez are also great.

Ready To Die by The Notorious B.I.G.
May 24 2024

Solid rap and some recognizable tunes. Too much vulgar language for my particular enjoyment. Everyday Struggle is a good jam

Wild Is The Wind by Nina Simone
May 27 2024

Fantastic album. What a voice and what originality in sound. Favorite is Black is the Color of My True Love's Hair

Strange Cargo III by William Orbit
May 29 2024

Interesting sounds. I was able to focus on my work. No stand out songs though.

Black Metal by Venom
May 30 2024

Not bad. Not my sound but I can see some general appeal to the quality of musicality on the album.

Synchronicity by The Police
May 31 2024

Smooth eighties, verging on some smooth jazz, but then low guitar that signals a harder edge on the back end. Worth another listen.

Africa Brasil by Jorge Ben Jor
Jun 03 2024

Fantastic album with tons of great hits. The musicality is unique and uses a wide variety of instruments and sounds. There are better Jorge Ben Jor albums but this one is still great!

Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Jun 04 2024

Good stuff. Very recognizable easy listening of a certain era. Vietnam War vibes all around. Worth another listen. Who'll stop the rain is my favorite.

Calenture by The Triffids
Jun 05 2024

Gives me great 80's vibes. I was not familiar with them at all and would like to hear more. Kelly's Blues was my favorite song but there would be other good ones.

Public Image: First Issue by Public Image Ltd.
Jun 06 2024

Too much for me. Not the worst but not my style. Would be one star but I like the inclusion of the interview on the backend. Kind of cool.

In The Wee Small Hours by Frank Sinatra
Sep 02 2024

I can see the appeal and the music quality if high. Just not my genre. But really a great voice!

Superfly by Curtis Mayfield
Sep 03 2024

I can get down with this groovy album. Definitely worth another listen.

Dummy by Portishead
Sep 04 2024

Interesting sound. I had never actually heard Portishead's music and was surprised by the soft sounds and musical lilt. Not bad.

Scott 4 by Scott Walker
Sep 05 2024

I had never heard of Scott Walker but I really like this album. So very good! Favorite song is The Seventh Seal.

Screamadelica by Primal Scream
Sep 06 2024

It was fine. Not much to write home about and not screamo music

Hybrid Theory by Linkin Park
Sep 13 2024

Great songs, great sound. All around such a fanstastic album. Also, its my childhood so you can't beat the nostalgia.

Hard Again by Muddy Waters
Sep 16 2024

Blues is just not my jam. But I can see the talent.

Eliminator by ZZ Top
Sep 18 2024

Good music and definitely a real early 80's rock vibe. Most likely wont listen to this again just because that's not my preference.

Among The Living by Anthrax
Sep 19 2024

Thrash is just not my thing. Probably wont ever listen to this again. But I can at least now say that I know what Anthrax sounds like.

Cloud Nine by The Temptations
Sep 20 2024

Good background music. No songs stood out though. Would listen to it again but probably won't seek it out.

Catch A Fire by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Sep 23 2024

Great album. Will definitely listen to it again. No specific song stood out for me.

Lost In The Dream by The War On Drugs
Sep 24 2024

Such a great album with an ethereal sound but really great instrumentals. Great coming back to this.

Raw Like Sushi by Neneh Cherry
Sep 25 2024

Cool late 80's R&B/pop sound. Listened to it twice. Liked Manchild and Buffalo Stance.

On The Beach by Neil Young
Sep 26 2024

Great background music. I am a Neil Young fan. But no specific bangers or standout songs. I was really hoping to find a new Neil Young favorite.

Arise by Sepultura
Sep 27 2024

Heavy metal is not my kind of music. But I did listen to the whole thing and I could see the musical talent on the guitar. Most likely will never listen to it again but it could have been worse.

Eagles by Eagles
Sep 30 2024

Good easy listening. Feels very Eagles with that early 70's easy rock sound. Will most likely listen to again.

A Girl Called Dusty by Dusty Springfield
Oct 01 2024

Great album. I was not familiar with Dusty Springfield at all and that seems like a crime. What a great voice and what a great interpretation of that 60's sound with a wide range of songs and killer vocals! Will definitely listen to again.

Pink Moon by Nick Drake
Oct 02 2024

Sounds just like Alexi Murdoch. Very easy listening with just strong vocals and background guitar. Will definitely be listening to more Nick Drake.

The Coral by The Coral
Oct 03 2024

Just a little all over the place. Its not bad, I just couldn't really get into it. It has some Sublime and Shack and The Specials vibes and I can see some merit to the movability of the music. But I don't think I ever need to listen to another Coral album again.

Steve McQueen by Prefab Sprout
Oct 04 2024

I really like this. Super easy listening. Definitely need to listen to this again. Also there is an acoustic version and it is sooooo good.

1984 by Van Halen
Oct 07 2024

Not my kind of music. I can see how it was the sound of the mid 80s though. Very big hair, big guitar, big music. Probably wont listen again.

Bossanova by Pixies
Oct 08 2024

A little more punky and rock and rolly than I was expecting. Not sure that I would ever be pulled to listen to it again. Maybe a different album. I liked The Happening the best.

The Dreaming by Kate Bush
Oct 09 2024

This album is absolutely fantastic. So many great songs I can't pick a favorite. The songs fit seamlessly together and you can hear the ingenuity in the sound. She is so creative and has a real strong musical perspective. Perfect album!

Bitches Brew by Miles Davis
Oct 10 2024

Really great jazz. Really great sound. I can see how this hits the spot for jazz aficionados. Not anything I need to come back to but if its on I will definitely enjoy it!

Raising Hell by Run-D.M.C.
Oct 11 2024

Good music. I can feel the beat and can get down with it. Favorite song is You be Illin

Tidal by Fiona Apple
Oct 14 2024

Great album. Very unique sound to Fiona Apple and to the mid 90s. Has deep singer songwriter vibes. Will definitely listen to it again. First half of the album is better than the second.

Underwater Moonlight by The Soft Boys
Oct 16 2024

Fun, funky early 80's sound. Worth another listen and probably some other albums as well. It has sounds from late 60s and 70s rock but also a very 80s sounds plus bits and pieces that have influenced 2010s indie rock sounds. Very versatile.

British Steel by Judas Priest
Oct 17 2024

This wasn't bad. I can see the musicality and talent for the genre. Not my particular jam though. Higher than a 2 but not quite a 3 star.

What an album! Definitely a new and interesting sound and I didn't even realize what was going on. I would definitely call this art and would say there is something special here. These are people trying to create something new in the world.

In Utero by Nirvana
Oct 21 2024

Its Nirvana. Heart Shaped Box is the quintessential Nirvana sound and Rape Me was enjoyable although the actual lyrics are a bit too much for a Tuesday afternoon trying to get work done. It's good but I don't know that I need to come back to this.

We Are Family by Sister Sledge
Oct 22 2024

This is disco. The songs are so well written with incredibly danceable beats and great rhythm. This is an album that I will be blaring on my speakers while I clean the house. He's the Greatest Dancer is my favorite, special mention to Lost in Music and Thinking of You.

Juju by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Oct 23 2024

Great album and great sound. Only song that really stood out for me was Spellbound. Other greats but no notables. I think there may be some better Souxsie albums to listen to.

Lust For Life by Iggy Pop
Oct 24 2024

Music's okay. Gives me The Doors vibes. I like The Passenger but no other songs really stood out. Would probably not listen to it again. Plus, all the songs sound like they need some fine tuning/refining of the sound.

Mott by Mott The Hoople
Oct 25 2024

Not much there other than its good background music. Late 70's easy rock but nothing to grab me in. No notable songs that stood out.

C'est Chic by CHIC
Oct 28 2024

Great album. Great reflection of a true disco album. All the songs are great. At 8 songs, this album is perfect for a little touch of disco in the day without drowning in endless songs. I Want Your Love, Savoir Faire and Chic Cheer are standouts

Heroes by David Bowie
Oct 29 2024

Album is good but not revolutionary. Heroes is good as is Blackout. Would probably not seek out this album to listen to it again.

John Prine by John Prine
Oct 30 2024

I like this. Great Americana feel with intentional lyrics and a real message. A little bit of Bob Dylan but leaning more into the folk country arena. Very listenable. Listened to the whole thing three times through.

Central Reservation by Beth Orton
Oct 31 2024

Love this album. The first song pulled me in right away and I wanted to listen to more. Absolutely must listen to again as well as other of her albums. The music feels so familiar. Stolen Car is my favorite

Nov 01 2024

I like this. Good DJ vibes but also just interesting rock vibes. Sunworshipper was good and so were a few others. Listened to it twice. Worth another listen.

Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs by Derek & The Dominos
Nov 04 2024

meh. its country, its blues, its easy 70s rock and roll. I listened to 1.5x through and didn't feel like I need to listen to again. Probably ever. Nothing to bring me in

Getz/Gilberto by Stan Getz
Nov 05 2024

Easy listening music. Great to have in the background or for light afternoon parties. Samba is alive and well.

Nov 06 2024

Meh. Late 60's rock. Very much the sound of the time. No songs stood out for me. No need to listen to again.

Water From An Ancient Well by Abdullah Ibrahim
Nov 07 2024

Smooth jazz for a specific listening session. I was not in that session today. Another meh for me.

Shake Your Money Maker by The Black Crowes
Nov 08 2024

Sounds like Aerosmith and other rock bands of the late 80's/early 90's. We get it, you're rebels without a cause. Nothing to write home about. No songs for me. The music isn't bad, it just doesn't have its own point of view.

Parachutes by Coldplay
Nov 11 2024

Great listen. Could play on repeat and enjoy every time. Coldplay hasn't really been in my repertoire too much in the past but I can see the appeal. Loved Sparks, Yellow and Trouble.

The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails
Nov 12 2024

Okay, I get it but I don't really like it or need it. 90's sound and right for the era but not for me in 2024

You Want It Darker by Leonard Cohen
Nov 13 2024

I enjoyed the album. You want it darker was probably the best song in my opinion. But it seemed limited to where you would only want to listen to this in a very particular time and I can't even think of what that time is. I do however want to listen to more Leonard Cohen as I know he's super talented.

Aja by Steely Dan
Nov 14 2024

I can totally get down with this. What a fun album with great musical talent. I just kept thinking, this is so listenable. What fun and talented artists.

Nov 15 2024

Good album with lots of different sounds. I see there's a strong jazz influence along with soul and r&b. Favorites were Unhappy and Reset. Probably didn't need to be a 2 disc album but good nonetheless.

Sound of Silver by LCD Soundsystem
Nov 18 2024

I liked this and I listened to it twice through. It was a 3 after the first listen and I thought it might be a 4 if I listened to it again. But still a 3. Easy funky rock/dance vibes. Very LCD Soundsystem, so it tracks. Sound of Silver was the one that stuck out the most to me as good background music.

Bayou Country by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Nov 19 2024

Maybe I'm just not in the right mood for this today. It was a little too much "down in the bayou" for me. When the album went back to the start, I immediately was like No, one run through was enough. I like Cosmo's Factory better.

The Madcap Laughs by Syd Barrett
Nov 20 2024

This is bad. Not the worst thing ever, but actually kind of obnoxious. I had never heard of Syd Barrett and maybe that's for a reason. Trying to give me Iggy Pop, David Bowie, Beatles vibes, but just missing the mark.

Take Me Apart by Kelela
Nov 21 2024

This is fun. Good r&b sound and she's got a good voice. Frontline and Onanon were my faves. Will definitely listen to again.

Repeater by Fugazi
Nov 22 2024

I liked this. The post-hardcore, low down reggae vibes were enjoyable all around. Twice listened and much enjoyed.

The Wall by Pink Floyd
Nov 25 2024

Fantastic album. Listened to the whole thing straight through twice. Perfect length for a double album. The songs kept moving creating a cohesive through line. Loved all the iterations of Another Brick in the Wall. This is the Pink Floyd album. Worth so many more listens.

Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Nov 26 2024

What a lovely album. I was already a big fan of Neil Young's Harvest moon and this album gave me more of that American, smooth folky rock. Running Dry was my favorite but the whole album really was a pleasure listening to.

Rust Never Sleeps by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Nov 27 2024

Same great Neil Young voice and overall sound. This has a little more rock influence in it that comes through but it still feels like Neil. My my, hey hey was my favorite.

Ogden's Nut Gone Flake by Small Faces
Nov 28 2024

Good, enjoyable, of the time. Nothing new to tell but fine for in the background. I guess I did like the monologue snippets

Liege And Lief by Fairport Convention
Nov 29 2024

Something fun and light. I enjoyed it. Two discs may have been a little overkill. It has a very specific sound and the female vocals sound similar to another artist that I cant quite pinpoint. Worth another listen.

Beauty And The Beat by The Go-Go's
Dec 02 2024

Yes! Great music, great beats and catchy tunes. I knew about the Go Gos but this album shows that their best songs are not the radio plays "We got the Beat" and "Our Lips are Sealed". Best song by far is Automatic and Lust to Love was great as well. Yes to the Go Go's.

Dec 03 2024

What a great album. I loved it from beginning to end. Such great musicality across the board and a really easy flow from one song to the next. Nothing felt disjointed and all of the songs felt necessary to the album. The opener at 11min is daunting when you look at it, but it really sets up the album for success by giving you strong instrumentals and new arrangements.

Roxy Music by Roxy Music
Dec 04 2024

Solid 1.5 stars but I'm rounding up to 2 because 1 is too harsh. It all melded together and I didn't want to listen to anymore. Very forgettable. The biggest thing going for it was the fantastic amount of camp on the cover art. It was very misleading as to what the music was.

Dec 05 2024

Clear 90's country sound. Not bad and I liked Home of the Blues. I don't know that I would rush to come back to this album but if it came on I wouldn't turn it off. Solid 3 for me

I’m a Lonesome Fugitive by Merle Haggard
Dec 06 2024

Very of the time. Late 60's country with a real twang. Not bad, but nothing specifically stood out and I wouldn't actively try to listen to again. Not really my sound.

Let's Stay Together by Al Green
Dec 09 2024

Pretty good album. Easy soul sounds. Very listenable. No specific standouts.

Californication by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Dec 10 2024

Reminds me of my early teen years. Good stuff, but not necessarily mind bending

Remain In Light by Talking Heads
Dec 11 2024

Very fun and easy beats. Lots to dance to. Very Talking Heads, their own unique sound.

Joan Baez by Joan Baez
Dec 12 2024

Absolutely fantastic album. This is real folk music. Great storytelling, an intentional flow from song to song, only the instruments that are necessary and all with a killer voice. Joan Baez's debut album is perfect! Silver Dagger, Henry Martin, John Riley and Girl of Constant Sorrow are standouts.

GREY Area by Little Simz
Dec 13 2024

Very enjoyable...cool hip hop sounds but with added instrumentalism. She has a clear point of view in her music. I was a little sad when the album was done as I wanted to hear more. This is the case of a perfectly timed album...35 minute run time. You want people to want more, not be so frustrated with your album that never ends. Extra points for that!

Violent Femmes by Violent Femmes
Jan 06 2025

Good stuff, of the time. To the Kill gets good in the second half. Didn't know who they were but everyone knows Blister in the Sun

Jan 07 2025

Lots of classic songs here. His voice is unique. Just not my jam. I would not come back and say I needed to listen to this again. No songs stood out.

Dog Man Star by Suede
Jan 08 2025

Meh. Kind of Bowie vibes, kind of Smiths vibes. Nothing stood out. Could have been worse but could have been a lot better.

Jan 09 2025

Good album. Probably wont listen again but overall relatively enjoyable. More of a 2.5 than either 2 or 3 but I'm going to go with a 2 because I will not remember any of what I heard or felt

Franz Ferdinand by Franz Ferdinand
Jan 10 2025

Really fun album. Listened to it a few time. The Dark of the Matinee was my favorite. Worth listening to again along with other Franz Ferdinand albums.

The Chronic by Dr. Dre
Jan 13 2025

Classic Dre. Classic 90s West Coast Hip Hop. Easy listening and greats sounds with good beats.

Either Or by Elliott Smith
Jan 14 2025

Good easy listening. Mix between Sufjan Stevens and a softer Nirvana. Would absolutely listen to again. Favorites were Rose Parade and 2:45AM.

Peter Gabriel 3 by Peter Gabriel
Jan 15 2025

Yes and No. Its very Peter Gabriel. Lots of sax and keyboard and wailing soft sounds. Which can be enjoyable and put you in a state of lull. But it can also be just a bit much. My rating would be 2.5 but will have to round down because I don't think I ever need to listen to this album again.

Blood And Chocolate by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Feb 07 2025

Not bad but not necessarily good. I guess I could have it on in the background but I don't know what I would walk away with after the experience. I didn't even know where to place the genre. Not because it was so experimental, but because it was nothing

Ten by Pearl Jam
Feb 10 2025

Good stuff. Would definitely listen to again. No real favorites as they were all really good. The album started over again and I continued to enjoy it.

Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness by The Smashing Pumpkins
Feb 11 2025

Good stuff here. I liked it a lot but it didn't gag me. I am between a 3 and a 4 here because it does really get to you, but compared to some other stuff I don't know. Also a bit on the long side with two discs. I'll deduct half a star for that.

Only By The Night by Kings of Leon
Feb 12 2025

Meh. All of the songs sound the same. If you like Sex is on Fire, you will love this album. If you find it redundant and cloying, then there is nothing here for you.

Elastica by Elastica
Feb 13 2025

Cool funky sound. The entire album was great to listen to and each song blended well into the next one. Gave me strong Blur vibes, especially on the opening track. Would listen to again.

The Next Day by David Bowie
Feb 14 2025

This is a good album. I listened to it twice but mostly in the background while I was doing other things. I give this a 3.5 but am going for a 4 because I know I want to listen to it again. Great Bowie sound and tracks that try to tell a different story throughout

Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division
Feb 17 2025

Its Joy Division. Great sound, unique track flow throughout the album. Will definitely listen to again.

Cheap Thrills by Big Brother & The Holding Company
Feb 18 2025

Not my jam. Too much Janis Joplin with basic late 60s rock. Janis is at her best when the music is slow and soulful. Too upbeat for her voice and what she has to offer.

Tonight's The Night by Neil Young
Feb 19 2025

I like Neil Young and I like this sound but no songs really stood out for me to want to listen to this entre album again. If it came on, I wouldn't push for it to come off but I wouldn't be jazzed about it either. The intro to Speakin' Out was good

Marcus Garvey by Burning Spear
Feb 20 2025

Fun reggae. Did not know about Burning Spear before this. Definitely worth another listen, great background music for working.

Feb 21 2025

Fantastic album across the board. Great funk sound that does not feel tired or cheesy. It just feels good and fun to listen to. Great mix of short traditional songs and funky long play riffs. Will definitely listen to again.

Live At Leeds by The Who
Feb 24 2025

Good stuff here. I'm not a Who fan but I can the musicality and the cohesion across the songs. Probably wont seek this out but if its on, I wont hate it.

Who's Next by The Who
Feb 25 2025

I get it. Not bad. Would probably listen to again.

Let It Be by The Replacements
Feb 26 2025

This was good! Very breezy alt rock new wave sound. They didn't take themselves too seriously and you wanted to keep listening. I would definitely listen to this again.

Actually by Pet Shop Boys
Mar 13 2025

I love this!!! I knew nothing about the Pet Shop Boys and I was pleasantly surprised by their eighties synth pop, futuristic no bullshit fun music. Rent is my favorite but they are all so good!

Bright Flight by Silver Jews
Mar 14 2025

I do like this. It comes across like other slow indie type albums of the mid 2010's. I know I liked the first half more than the second half. Worth listening to some of their other stuff.

Raw Power by The Stooges
Mar 17 2025

A little too much for me. Gave me a doors vibe at times and a little Bowie vibe but nothing memorable/songs that stood out.

Buena Vista Social Club by Buena Vista Social Club
Mar 18 2025

Good solid music. A little more old school Cuban, I was thinking it would have more modern flare. But all around an easy and enjoyable listen.

Rock Bottom by Robert Wyatt
Mar 19 2025

Fantastic album. I loved A Last Straw. Took me on a new journey and evoked some strong feelings. Felt experimental in a curious way. Will definitely listen to again.

Hypocrisy Is The Greatest Luxury by The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
Mar 20 2025

Classic old school hip-hop. Great sound and very socially conscious. Lyrically it has purpose and musically it has entertainment value. Great experimentally quality.

Apr 30 2025

Very enjoyable. I already knew and loved You Aint Goin Nowhere but is a little too country/strumming/banjoie for my taste. Would be worth another listen for sure

Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield
May 01 2025

Very cool music. Of the time and experimental in the way only a young person can do it without too much influence from the world around them. Now I know where that song comes from!

New Boots And Panties by Ian Dury
May 02 2025

Nothing very specific to hold onto. Probably will never listen to again. But not bad.

Court And Spark by Joni Mitchell
May 05 2025

This was between a 2-3 for me. There are some good folk rhythms in the first half of the album that are soft and enjoyable but then it moves to some scatty, jumpy songs towards the end that are not as smooth and too jazzy for me. People's Parties is the best. Landing on a 2 as this is not one of the best albums of all time.

Graceland by Paul Simon
May 06 2025

The Boy in the Bubble and Graceland was good. I really like Simon & Garfunkle but this solo album didn't move me other than the first two songs. I won't probably listen to again though I can see how the album could be enjoyable to those that like Americana more.

Spiderland by Slint
May 07 2025

Not bad. Definitely has that early 90's smooth grunge rock vibe. If it comes on again, I would listen to it, but I wouldn't seek it out. No standouts.

S.F. Sorrow by The Pretty Things
May 08 2025

Didn't do anything for me. I get the eclectic and experimental sounds but I was annoyed with the different sounds coming through on each speaker. I was wearing earbuds and it was more disorienting than anything. Not bad music, just not anything that spoke to me

Moby Grape by Moby Grape
Jun 04 2025

I get it. Its got that late 60s Americana feel. If it was on somewhere, I wouldn't necessarily turn it off. It has all of the elements of this kind of rock, but no songs stood out for me to come back to specifically.

Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock
Jun 05 2025

So good. So very good. Music is upbeat but not in a predictable or boring way. Lots of creativity, but its controlled. Would definitely listen to again. Great to have playing around the house on a Sunday.

Done By The Forces Of Nature by Jungle Brothers
Jun 06 2025

Very cool and funky beats. Will definitely listen to again as this is my kind of music and I wasn't familiar with Jungle Brothers. This is what this project is for.

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