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You Love More Than Most
| Album | You | Global | Diff |
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Gentlemen
The Afghan Whigs
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5 | 2.9 | +2.1 |
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Nighthawks At The Diner
Tom Waits
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5 | 3 | +2 |
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Devil Without A Cause
Kid Rock
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4 | 2.03 | +1.97 |
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Fishscale
Ghostface Killah
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5 | 3.05 | +1.95 |
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The Rising
Bruce Springsteen
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5 | 3.05 | +1.95 |
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Central Reservation
Beth Orton
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5 | 3.06 | +1.94 |
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Dry
PJ Harvey
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5 | 3.23 | +1.77 |
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High Violet
The National
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5 | 3.24 | +1.76 |
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I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got
Sinead O'Connor
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5 | 3.26 | +1.74 |
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Chirping Crickets
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
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5 | 3.29 | +1.71 |
You Love Less Than Most
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Skylarking
XTC
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1 | 3.04 | -2.04 |
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Music Has The Right To Children
Boards of Canada
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1 | 2.91 | -1.91 |
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Nixon
Lambchop
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1 | 2.74 | -1.74 |
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Appetite For Destruction
Guns N' Roses
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2 | 3.71 | -1.71 |
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In The Court Of The Crimson King
King Crimson
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2 | 3.61 | -1.61 |
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1999
Prince
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2 | 3.6 | -1.6 |
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Moon Safari
Air
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2 | 3.57 | -1.57 |
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Timeless
Goldie
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1 | 2.53 | -1.53 |
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Haunted Dancehall
The Sabres Of Paradise
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1 | 2.37 | -1.37 |
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Fear Of A Black Planet
Public Enemy
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2 | 3.34 | -1.34 |
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| Artist | Albums | Average |
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| Bruce Springsteen | 4 | 5 |
| Beatles | 5 | 4.8 |
| Neil Young | 3 | 5 |
| Nirvana | 3 | 5 |
| Bob Dylan | 4 | 4.5 |
| Paul Simon | 3 | 4.67 |
| Johnny Cash | 3 | 4.67 |
| The Doors | 3 | 4.67 |
| Pink Floyd | 3 | 4.67 |
| Fleetwood Mac | 2 | 5 |
| David Bowie | 4 | 4.25 |
| The Who | 3 | 4.33 |
5-Star Albums (71)
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Culture Club · 1 likes
3/5
Karma Kameleon is super catchy. The rest of the album is just ok.
The Sabres Of Paradise · 1 likes
1/5
Boring, repetitive and uninteresting. This was a stop before the end for me.
Christine and the Queens · 1 likes
3/5
Listedned to the french version and then some of the English. Catchy but didn't immediately draw me in. Maybe try another listen some time.
Beth Orton · 1 likes
5/5
Really good album. Reminded me a little of Sharon Van Etten. Would listen to again.
Beck · 1 likes
5/5
Was really surprised by this album. Really great. Sad but meoldic. will listen to again.
1-Star Albums (6)
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Nina Simone
5/5
DJ Shadow
5/5
Cool, mellow, easy listen.
Fatboy Slim
3/5
OK - A little boring and repetitive. A couple standout tracks.
The Mamas & The Papas
4/5
About what I would have expected. Good album, easy listening. Some well-known classics in there.
Count Basie & His Orchestra
5/5
Big Band. Lively, easy listening.
Deep Purple
4/5
Classic 70's rock. Smoke on the water. Not really my jam but a good album.
Sinead O'Connor
5/5
Great album. Nothing Compares 2 U is a standout of course. Some other really great tracks.
Siouxsie And The Banshees
5/5
Cool post punk album.
The Crusaders
3/5
Funky. Mostly no vocals.
Beth Orton
5/5
Really good album. Reminded me a little of Sharon Van Etten. Would listen to again.
Peter Gabriel
4/5
What I would have expected. Some big hits.
Peter Frampton
4/5
Solid live album. Very long. Some big hits and other good songs.
Echo And The Bunnymen
4/5
Cool post punk album. Worth another listen sometime.
Mike Ladd
3/5
Interesting. Needs another listen I think
Elliott Smith
4/5
Solid. To listen again
Ghostface Killah
5/5
This was a surprise. Really good!
The Byrds
4/5
Interesting country rock album.
Van Halen
5/5
This had awesome energy and was surprisingly very good.
Gotan Project
3/5
Lively tango album. Not sure I got it.
Grizzly Bear
3/5
The type of indie rock I like. But not my favourite presentation. A couple tracks off the “Abel” playlist.
The Police
4/5
Cool album. Listen again.
Prince
2/5
Talented but just not for me.
Ramblin' Jack Elliott
3/5
Fun, old-timey country album. Was definitely worth the listen.
Coldplay
3/5
Some good tracks but not really a Coldplay fan and listening to this did not change that.
Sufjan Stevens
4/5
Solid album with a few standout tracks. A little soft for my liking but definitely worth a listen.
Al Green
5/5
Really great album. Downloaded it to the phone.
Astor Piazzolla
2/5
Tango album. Not for me.
Fatboy Slim
2/5
Pretty meh. I found this quite boring and repetitive.
The Clash
4/5
Good English punk album.
Jurassic 5
3/5
Meh hip hop
Big Star
3/5
Joni Mitchell
5/5
This is an incredible album. I have listened to it many times before and I will listen many times again.
Spiritualized
2/5
Not very good. Boring.
Tom Waits
5/5
Cool album. Funny crowd interaction. Jazzy and easy listening.
Lambchop
1/5
Not sure how to clasify this one but did not like it at all.
Miles Davis
4/5
Solid jazz album. Easy listening.
Paul Simon
5/5
Great album. Lively and fun.
Neil Young
5/5
Exceptional album. Really enjoy this one and have listened before.
Beatles
5/5
Awesome album. One of the best.
Elvis Presley
4/5
Solid album. Some really good tracks and enjoyed it more than expected.
Laibach
2/5
Not for me
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
4/5
Solid and easy to listen to bluegrass. Enjoyed.
Rush
3/5
East to listen to. Never really have listened to Rush other than the hits on the radio. This is pretty much what I thought they would sound like.
Air
2/5
Pretty boring. Doubtful it warrants another listen. I recognized "Sexy Boy".
The Icarus Line
3/5
Solid early 2000s rock album. Nothing particularly interesting/catchy and no real stand out tracks on first listen. Worth another listen sometime.
Marty Robbins
3/5
Solid old country. Very country voice and catchy.
Christine and the Queens
3/5
Listedned to the french version and then some of the English. Catchy but didn't immediately draw me in. Maybe try another listen some time.
Julian Cope
2/5
Not sure how to classify this UK rock? Not for me though.
Elvis Presley
3/5
Earlier poppier Elvis. Some good songs but not exactly my cup of tea
3/5
Pretty solid ablum. Don't think I am going to all of a sudden become a U2 fan but was a worthy listen.
Spiritualized
3/5
Enjoyed more than their other album I listened to previously. But still pretty slow and not a lot interesting about it
Otis Redding
4/5
Good album. Easy to listen to. Not too long, went through it twice.
David Bowie
4/5
Solid album. Easy to listen to. Should make it into the rotation.
John Cale
3/5
Easy listening and pretty solid album. No real standouts for me and may not warrant another listen.
Paul Weller
4/5
Quite enjoyed this. Listened twice back to back and got better the second time. Worth another listen some time.
N.W.A.
4/5
Very solid album. Would give it 4.5 if that was an option. Will listen again.
Radiohead
4/5
Solid Radiohead album. Has heard before and will listen again.
Tom Tom Club
4/5
Had never heard of this band and the album is a little strange but it really grew on me. I quite liked it.
The Stone Roses
3/5
Nothing stood out here. Easy to listen to and all around good album.
David Bowie
4/5
Good album - Cracked Actor was a standout. The Jean Genie as well.
Paul Simon
4/5
Fun, solid album. Enjoyed the listen.
3/5
Quirky, interesting and worth another listen. Would probably give it a 3.5 if that was possible.
Frank Sinatra
3/5
Great voice, but not really my style.
CHIC
3/5
Disco- funk. Good for a listen but didn’t draw me in.
The Rolling Stones
4/5
Good album! Some classics. Should listen again
Rufus Wainwright
3/5
Nice album and a great voice. Album at times reminded me of both Neil Young and Radiohead.
Stan Getz
3/5
Lively, interesting bossa nova music.
Beck
5/5
Was really surprised by this album. Really great. Sad but meoldic. will listen to again.
Steve Earle
3/5
Would be a three and a half. Solid album. Glad I listened.
PJ Harvey
3/5
Interesting but not captivating.
Prince
4/5
Solid album with a lot of standout tracks. Worth a listen again.
Frank Sinatra
4/5
Great voice and super easy listening.
The Sugarcubes
3/5
Grew on me as I listened. Pretty solid.
The Strokes
5/5
This is an excellent album. I am not sure why I haven't listend to this before but I will definitely listen again.
Scritti Politti
2/5
Uninteresting 80's british pop. Not worth another listen.
The Everly Brothers
4/5
Interesting early rock album. Some pretty catchy tunes but not exactly my style. Probably just on the "4" side of a 3.5 for me.
Daft Punk
3/5
Was hoping I would like this more. Around the World was a throwback. Not a lot of standout songs.
The Killers
3/5
Easy to listen to with some big hits. Would probably give it a 3.5 if it was an option.
The Young Gods
2/5
Not particularly interesting (and in French). One or two songs caught my ear but this doesn't warrant another listen for me.
Metallica
4/5
A surprisingly great album. Was familiar already with most of the songs (I didn't know this). Would be a 4.5.
Beck
3/5
Solid, easy to listen to album.
Johnny Cash
5/5
Lively country album. Enjoy this one a lot.
a-ha
3/5
Easy to listen to and a bit fun. Some good tracks.
Faust
3/5
Interesting listen but not really much to draw me in here.
Bob Dylan
5/5
Really great album. On the 5 side of 4.5 for me.
Fiona Apple
4/5
Really excellent album. Beautiful voice and deep and meaningful lyrics. Some standout songs, especially Criminal. 4.5.
Eagles
4/5
Solid album wiht some excellent hits.
Public Enemy
4/5
Solid early hip hop album. Just on the 4 side of 3.5 for me.
Fleetwood Mac
5/5
I really enjoyed this the first time through and enjoyed it even more the second. The Stevie Nicks songs are especially memorable.
Doves
2/5
Nothing interesting about this. Like a worse cold play. I do not need to listen again.
Portishead
3/5
At first was not super into it but it grew on me as I listened. May take a listen again in future.
Iron Maiden
3/5
Solid album but not really my genre. 3.5
5/5
An all-time great album. Full of wonderful, creative and excellent songs. Have listened before and will listen again - many times.
Arrested Development
3/5
Easy to listen to hip hop. Interesting style.
Nirvana
5/5
What a truly exceptional album. Had listened many times before but it had been some time. The lyrics, vocals, music... This is a top album.
The Velvet Underground
4/5
Ahead of its time with a really interesting sound. I listened twice and it grew on me the second time. I think it will continue to get better with additional listens.
Sparks
3/5
Lively and a little bit interesting. Won't need another listen for me though.
Orbital
3/5
Interesting but a little repetitive. May listen again but wouldnt say it is a must do.
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
5/5
This really surprised me. Excellent album that came out in 1957!! I really enjoyed this and listened back to back.
Missy Elliott
4/5
Solid album with a lot of catchy tracks and interesting features.
Ozomatli
3/5
Somewhat interesting Latin rock/alternative album. No real standout songs and nothing to bring me back for another listen.
Dire Straits
4/5
Really enjoyable album. Some big classic hits and then a bunch of other great songs. Probably just on the 4 side of 4.5 for me.
Bob Marley & The Wailers
4/5
Silid album that was easy to listen to.
The Kinks
3/5
Interesting concept album but didnt grab me. Some solid songs. Probably a 3.5 for me.
The Libertines
3/5
This grew on me on the second listen. Some interesting tracks for sure.
Michael Jackson
4/5
Quite good disco-y pop album. Will probably listen again.
Soul II Soul
3/5
Mildly interesting but not much of a draw. I think I have heard some of the songs before.
Donovan
4/5
Quite solid sixties rock album. Was not expecting this when I started the album. A couple tracks I recognized. Pretty catchy and a little psychadelic.
4/5
Solid album with some really great tracks. Once of the first albums I bought many years ago. Still holds up.
Isaac Hayes
3/5
Some mildly interesting songs but not a particularly compelling total album.
LCD Soundsystem
4/5
Easy to listen to with a lot of catchy and itneresting songs. I quite enjoyed this one and I have listend to some of their other stuff before.
k.d. lang
3/5
Solid album with a few really good tracks. Probably a 3.5 for me but just on the three side.
Pearl Jam
4/5
Solid 90's rock/alternative album. Lots of really great tracks. "Porch" is a standout. Close to a 4.5 for me.
GZA
3/5
Pretty meh here. A couple catchy tracks but not a lot to keep my interest.
2Pac
4/5
Really solid album. Definitely warrants another listen.
Sister Sledge
3/5
Pretty "meh" disco album. We Are Family is a standout but not a particularly interesting album.
Travis
3/5
A bit of a poor man's radiohead. Not my favourite. Easy to listen to though and some catchy tunes.
Haircut 100
2/5
Uninspiring new wave album. Nothing really stood out and wasnt interesting enough to warrant another listen.
ZZ Top
3/5
Some familiar and catchy tunes but some meh songs in between. A best of would probably be more suitable for me.
Led Zeppelin
4/5
I have always enjoyed Led Zepplin, but am by no means the biggest fan. This is a really great album. I would say 4.5 but will shade it on the 4 side.
Belle & Sebastian
3/5
Nicew 90's indie. Didn't jump up and grab me.
Doves
2/5
A whole lotta meh.
Boston
5/5
Really great album. Quick, punchy, catchy. No wasted songs here. 4.5 but on the 5 side.
Dire Straits
5/5
Really great album and even more impressive when you consider it is a debut. Sultans of Swing is magical. Will listen again.
Fever Ray
3/5
Very meh the first time though. On the second listen the tracks were a bit more interesting but still nothing that leaves me wanting more.
Dwight Yoakam
4/5
Really solid country album. I listened through twice and really enjoyed it.
Public Enemy
2/5
Not for me. 2.5
The Youngbloods
3/5
Nice and easy to listen to songs. However, there were not really any standouts.
Blondie
4/5
Interesting and energetic album. Some really great and catch tracks. Worth another listen.
Carole King
5/5
Incredible album. I am not sure how this one slipped through the radar before. Definitely will listen again.
Sly & The Family Stone
3/5
Not particularly interesting or engaging. Didn't catch my ear.
ZZ Top
3/5
Musically solid but not the catchiest. Worth a listen but likely not a repeat.
CHIC
2/5
Meh, very meh.
The Doors
4/5
Solid album with some really great tracks. Very rhythmic. On the 4 side of a 4.5 for me.
The Cramps
3/5
Not sure how to clasify this exactly. It was a little bit interesting and worth a listen.
The Dandy Warhols
3/5
Easy to listen to but not particularly catchy and no stand out tracks for me.
Kanye West
3/5
Wanted to like this... but I didn't. There are definitely some catchy songs and musically it is quite good. I don't really like Kanye's voice and I couldn't get over that. I suppose the three side of 3.5.
Genesis
3/5
Not sure I got this one but there were some interesting sounds.
Blur
3/5
Some interesting tracks and was definitely worth the listen.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
4/5
On the 4 side of 3.5. Solid album which reminded me a lot of Metric. Worth another listen.
Bob Dylan
5/5
Excellent album. Interesting lyrics, a lot of energy and no wasted songs. Will listen again.
Everything But The Girl
2/5
Not a lot to be interested about here. Songs are generally bland and there are no real good tracks to even it out. No need to listen again.
The Kinks
4/5
Solid album. I was a little distracted while listening and missed the last track but I enjoyed it.
Iron Maiden
4/5
Not really my style but I enjoyed it.
D'Angelo
3/5
Some nice sounds and easy to listen to. But there was nothing to really catch me and no songs of particular interest.
Slade
3/5
Catchy and solid album. Reminded me a bit of some of the Nazareth hits I have heard on the radio. on the 3 side of 3.5 for me.
Dr. John
3/5
Very mildly interesting. Didnt catch my ear. Just on the three side of 2.5
Pulp
5/5
Very solid album with a lot of nostalgia for me. Going to put it on the 5 side of 4.5. Some really great tracks and the whole album is easy to listen to.
The Stooges
4/5
Lively, energetic and interesting. A good listen.
Korn
4/5
I think this album is important for its genre and has some catchy and memorable tunes. However, not really my style of music.
Nirvana
5/5
Excellent album. Every track is great. I love the energy and the contrast in the punk and melodic. Have listened many times and will again.
Jean-Michel Jarre
2/5
Not a lot to be excited before. Maybe it was ahead of its time, but that doesnt mean I enjoyed it.
Hawkwind
3/5
Listenable but not particularly interesting. I made it through the full hour and a half but dont need to listen again.
Nanci Griffith
4/5
Can't pinpoint exactly why but I really enjoyed this. She has a great voice that really suits the folky/country feel. Will probably listen to this one again.
Louis Prima
5/5
Really solid album. Interesting, energetic and a great listen.
The Cure
4/5
Solid album with an interesting/unique sound. I enjoyed this a fair amount. No real standout tracks but solid nonetheless.
New York Dolls
4/5
Interesting and solid album. A little quirky, but in a good way. Was definitely worth a listen and will probably investigagte more.
Bill Evans Trio
3/5
Mellow jazz album. Was nice to listen to on a Monday mornging but nothing particularly interesting.
The Electric Prunes
3/5
Mildly interesting but I think there are much better albums of the era and genre.
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
3/5
Interesting listen but nothing really jumped out. Probably a 3.5 but on the three side.
Buck Owens
4/5
Solid older country album. Catchy tunes and well worth the listen.
The Doors
5/5
Excellent album. Almost all of the songs are standouts. I have listened before and I am very happy this prompted me to listen again.
The Cars
4/5
Very good album with some really good songs. Probably just on the 4 side of 4.5
Destiny's Child
3/5
Definitely some catchy and memorable tunes. Aside from the pop, not a particularly compelling album and some songs really didn't do anything to impress.
R.E.M.
5/5
Excellent album. All of the songs are catchy, punchy and have great vocals and instrumentals. Really enjoyed this listen.
The Thrills
2/5
Not great. Not a lot interesting overall and no real individual songs to redeem it.
John Martyn
3/5
Alright album but not a lot there to keep me interested. Easy to listen to soft rock.
The Velvet Underground
3/5
They were going for something here... but I am not sure I got it. Was worth a listen but is not likely to hit the rotation.
Elvis Costello
4/5
Catchy and interesting album. Probably not a full 4 but a 3.5 at least.
Gene Clark
3/5
Some interesint tunes with a little hint of Neil Young. Nothing too exciting though.
Jeff Beck
3/5
Nothing really jumped out here but a decent album.
Curtis Mayfield
3/5
Easy to listen to but nothing really stood out.
Caetano Veloso
3/5
Fun and easy to listen to. Not sure if it would be better or worse if I could understand the words.
Donald Fagen
3/5
Mildy interesting and easy to listen to but nothing caught my ear to make me want to listen more.
Beatles
5/5
Excellent album full of catchy and classic songs.
Miles Davis
3/5
Shory, fun jazz album. Easy to listen to.
David Holmes
3/5
Like a lot of these elctronic albums, easy to listen to but not a lot to get excited about.
Elvis Presley
3/5
A couple catchy hits but this was not a standout record.
5/5
This album is incredible. It is very easy to listen too and has many interesting songs. It seems like a pre-cursor to many of the female singer-songwriter albums I really like (Sharon Van Etten, Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker, etc.). Listened twice and will definitely listen again.
Os Mutantes
3/5
Interesting enough so it was worth the listen. But nothing really to keep me listending (not understanding Portuguese didnt help!)
The Afghan Whigs
5/5
Very good album. Couldn't stop listening and got better the second time through. Will add this one to the rotation!
Le Tigre
4/5
Lively and solid album with some very catchy tracks. Was a good listen.
Eurythmics
4/5
Really great album. Hear the influence they had on future acts like Florence + the Machine. Sweet Dreams is a standout song and there are other really good ones as well.
Neil Young
5/5
Really great album. Not sure how I missed this one before. Listened to it a couple times and it got better as it went along.
Pulp
3/5
Nothing too remarkable but a nice listen. Probably a 3.5.
Radiohead
4/5
Solid album with some really great stand-out tracks. The Bends (the song) was a gem from the ones I hadn't heard as much. Well worth a listen and likely a 4.5 (but probably on the 4 side).
Michael Jackson
3/5
Big expectations for this one - but overall pretty meh. Some catchy songs and musically very interesting. Lyrically, a little cheesy in places. I am glad I listened but dont need to add this to the regular rotation.
Tom Waits
3/5
A little bit strange, like most of Tom Waits' stuff. Was a worthy listen but not overly engaging and not something you would casually throw on.
The Residents
2/5
Weird, but not in a way that makes me want to hear more. They were going for something here... but I am not sure they got it. Not worth another listen for more or to seek out more from the band.
Black Sabbath
4/5
Solid album. Lots of really good tracks and an interesting listen.
Simon & Garfunkel
4/5
Shorty but punchy album with some good songs. Probably a 3.5 but will tilt it to the 4 side.
Ryan Adams
3/5
Don't like the guy but gave this an honest shot. Some decent tracks but mostly underwhelming/background music.
Badly Drawn Boy
3/5
Another album that is not particularly intersting. I also didn't particularly like his voice. However, it was an easy listen.
Fugees
4/5
Solid album. I don't listen to this type of music a lot but it seems innovative with some really great songs.
The Black Crowes
4/5
Really solid album with a lot of enrgy and a number of real standout tracks. Close to a 4.5 for me. This one was a real surprise for me.
The Pogues
3/5
Lively Irish bar folk/punk. Would be great for the background for having a few pints on vacation.
Frank Ocean
3/5
This was a good album but not a lot jumped out to make it particularly interesting or catchy.
The Prodigy
3/5
Pretty meh. Expected more energy and more interesting tracks...
TLC
3/5
Pretty meh. Some decent tracks but nothing that was really for me.
Tracy Chapman
5/5
I love this album. It is one of my favourites of all time and I was excited for it to pop up!
Motörhead
4/5
Lots of energy and catchy tunes. I probably liked this more than I should have. I am going to put this on the 4 side of 3.5
Laura Nyro
4/5
The Damned
3/5
Solid and energetic album but not a lot to draw me back. 3 side of 3.5
The Cure
4/5
A nice listen with a lot of cool sounds. Not a lot of standout tracks but had me hooked in. On the 4 side of 3.5.
The Beta Band
3/5
Pretty neutral sound. Nothing too exciting but an easy listen.
Curtis Mayfield
4/5
Funky, cool and easy listening. Feeling good this am so going to put this on the 4 side of 3.5
Booker T. & The MG's
4/5
Catchy, no vocals and mostly covers. But I like it.
Beastie Boys
3/5
Some solid tracks, some that sounded more like filler. I expected some more energy but overall it was solid. A 3.5 but not a 4 for me.
Arcade Fire
4/5
Really solid album. Some really great tracks and a cohesiveness that gains it points. Not sure it is quite on the 5 side of a 4.5 but it is close.
Stereo MC's
2/5
Meh.. I remember hearing the track "connected" before. Not a whole lot to be excited about here.
Kendrick Lamar
3/5
Some catchy sounds and decent tracks but not a lot of standouts or gamechangers for me. I wanted to like this more...
Elton John
4/5
Solid album. Tiny Dancer is an all-time fave.
Aerosmith
4/5
Solid album with some jams! Was suprised by the variety but that took a little away from the cohesiveness.
Steely Dan
3/5
A couple recognizable songs and overall a solid album but nothing here jumped out.
Solomon Burke
4/5
Solid older R&B album. I quite enjoyed this one. Really great voice.
The Doors
5/5
Awesome album with some great tracks. Love Roadhouse Blues and Peace Frog, amongst others. Owned this in highshcool and continue to love it. Glad this one popped up today.
Cyndi Lauper
3/5
Some interesting tracks but it didnt blow me away.
Nightmares On Wax
2/5
Nightmare to my ears... Not quite that bad but really nothing interesting about this album. I ran out of time to finish this one but there was no reason to to pick it back up to finish.
The Smiths
3/5
A nice listen but no real stand out songs and sounded a little dated without the nostalgia factor for me.
Bob Dylan
4/5
I came around on this one. At first it seemed a little meh. But then the tracks really grew on me and I heard a lot of influence on bands I really enjoy today. Solid one.
Taylor Swift
4/5
I like this album but don't love it. I like the Dessner influence and the inclusion of the National on Coney Island. It is an easy listen with some really good tracks.
Bob Marley & The Wailers
3/5
Easy to listen to but not a lot of pop or kick here.
Ms. Dynamite
2/5
Was an OK listen but nothing much of sustance.
Malcolm McLaren
3/5
A bit weird and just a little bit interesting. Not quite a three but on the three side of a 2.5.
Sebadoh
3/5
Easy to listen to but no really catchy or interesing songs.
David Bowie
4/5
Nice album with some solid tracks. Gets a Bowie bump I think but I like this one.
Elastica
4/5
Really cool album with a lot of great songs. "Connection" has a very nostalgic feel. I enjoyed this a lot.
Black Sabbath
4/5
Solid album that was really easy to listen to. I liked this one.
Guns N' Roses
2/5
Not my type of music, don't like the vocal style and not a lot of redeeming qualities here. Some "hits" for sure but nothing to sway me back. On the 2 side of a 2.5.
Queen Latifah
2/5
Not great. Not really much interesting here. Maybe in the time context it was more interesting or influential. But, it doesn't really hold.
The Smiths
4/5
Solid album. No real bangers but a good listen and it left me wanting to listen again.
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
Excellent album. Banger after banger. What a great listen. This is undoubtedly a 5.
Metallica
3/5
Fast, energetic and loud. Some interesting songs but I just don't love Metallica. This is probably close to a 4 but a 3.5 for me.
Sonic Youth
3/5
Interesting but no real standouts and nothing that really draws me back. A little slow.
Van Morrison
5/5
Really excellent album as a whole with a number of excellent individual songs. An all time favourite for sure.
David Ackles
2/5
Uninteresting, cheesy and nothing particularly redeeming about this one.
Christina Aguilera
3/5
This was actually quite good with a lot of interesting songs and really interesting to listen to. I liked this a lot more than I expected to. Good on ya, Xtina.
Duran Duran
4/5
Very solid album. Hear a lot of interesting stuff that reminds me of modern stuff that I can't exactly place. I enjoyed this a lot.
Stevie Wonder
4/5
Expansive album with lots of really nice, catchy and solid songs. Well worth the listen.
The Cult
3/5
Some decent energy and easy to listen to. I didnt get through it all but it seemed to give me enought to go on.
Turbonegro
2/5
Weird-ish punk-ish album. Some interesting sounds but didnt really hit for me. On the two side of 2.5.
Iggy Pop
4/5
Solid, energetic album with some really high-quality songs. Having a tough time placing this as at the moment as a 4 or a 5. Probably just on the 4 side of 4.5
Willie Nelson
3/5
Pretty meh to be honest. I was expecting there to be a bit more to this one...
Grateful Dead
3/5
A nice listen but nothing exceptional here.
Stephen Stills
3/5
Solid 70s rock album but without a lot of standouts. Easy to listen to but didnt leave me wanting more. On the 3 side of a 3.5.
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
3/5
Easy listen jazz with a little bit of energy. I enjoyed this but it did not blow me away.
Dinosaur Jr.
4/5
Endergetic and interesting. Not a lot of standout tracks but did leave me wanting more. on the 4 side of 3.5.
The Auteurs
3/5
Early 90's alternative album. Easy to listen to but nothing particularly interesting or catchy.
The Temptations
3/5
A decent listen but that is about it.
A lot of "hits" but still U2. I have never really understood the appeal.
The Charlatans
2/5
Poor man's Oasis. Would probably give Oasis a 3 and this is notably worse.
N.E.R.D
3/5
Easy to listen to but no real standouts.
King Crimson
2/5
Don’t really get this type of music. This one wasn’t for me.
Goldfrapp
3/5
This was alright. Reminded me a little of Florence and the machine but not as good.
Machito
3/5
Lively and engergetic but don't really know how to classify this one.
ABBA
4/5
Solid album with some really catchy tracks. I liked this!
Shack
3/5
It was an easy listen but no standouts and nothing particularly great about it. Put it on the three side of a 2.5 but just barely.
The Only Ones
3/5
Some interesting sounds but only a little bit interesting. After the first song I had some hopes bvut it didnt materialize into anything too interesting.
5/5
Really great album with a number of awesome songs. Listened to it twice through.
Electric Light Orchestra
3/5
I liked this but did not love it. I kept waiting for it to really get better. On the three side of a 3.5.
Raekwon
4/5
Was feeling this today. Some good vibes here and definitely worth the listen. On the 4 side of 3.5.
Ramones
3/5
Quick punchy and some good tracks but missing a little something to get it the higher rating.
Ride
3/5
Pretty meh. Not a lot of energy and no standout tracks here.
Ice Cube
4/5
Solid album. Lots of angst and energy. Enjoyed.
Sly & The Family Stone
4/5
Boisterous, funky and interesting. I liked this one!
The Clash
5/5
Lots of good enegery and interesting songs. This was better than expected and I enjoyed this more than I thought I would.
The National
5/5
The National are one of my favourite bands. I toyed around if there was a world where I wasn't going to give this a 5 but in the end there was not.
Parliament
4/5
Funky, energetic and hit me at the right time. On the 4 side of 3.5 for me!
Bruce Springsteen
5/5
Excellent and heartfelt album. Really enjoyed this and was super happpy to listen to this through.
Jethro Tull
3/5
Weird-ish concept (?) album but a worthy listen.
Neil Young
5/5
Amazing album as usual for Neil Young. Incredible album with incredible individual songs. Will listen again.
Joy Division
4/5
Solid album. No real jump out tracks but a good liten.
Bee Gees
4/5
Boisterous, loud, interesting - and not disco. Worth a listen and quite good. Felt like a journey.
Meat Loaf
5/5
What a treat. Great energy, with a unique sound and a great voice. Te right blend of great songs and nostalia for me. Would recommend to a friend.
Van Halen
4/5
Fun, energetic and full of hits. I enjoyed this one a lot!
New Order
3/5
Solid album. I enjoyed this. I think this was solidly on the 3.5 mark.
Muddy Waters
4/5
Solid bluesy album with some heart. Worth a listen.
Bruce Springsteen
5/5
Really great album with some hits and some really good non-hit songs. Realistically most Springsteen is going to be a 5 for me but this one definitely earned it.
Blur
3/5
Solid album with some good tracks but feeling on the 3 side of 3.5 for me.
The Slits
3/5
Interesting and with energy. I like this and the context but still probably on the three side of a 3.5 for me.
Kid Rock
4/5
This was actually quite good. I am not sure how random it was popping up the day after Trump won the election but I am going to choose that it was. A bunch of hits and a pretty unique sound for the time.
Steely Dan
4/5
Solid album wit some very recognizable hits. Well worth the listen.
Marvin Gaye
4/5
Really solid album with a lot of cool songs. 4.5 but just on the 4 side.
Barry Adamson
2/5
Not sure what was going on here but a music-only album that was not very interesting.
The Band
4/5
Fun and interesting album. Obviously the Weight is an iconic track. Quite enjoyed.
David Gray
3/5
This was better than I thought it would be. It had some interesting and well put together songs. A good listen. On the 3 side of 3.5.
Ray Charles
4/5
Solid album. Good songs and good energy. I enjoyed the listen.
Mike Oldfield
2/5
Didn't make it all the way through this but I think I got the gist (although I am not sure I really get what he was doing here). This album had some interesting sounds but wasnt really for me. 2.5.
The Police
4/5
Really enjoyed this. It has a bunch of bangers at the end but I was ready to give this a 4 before I even got to those. Probably close to a 4.5. This is a really solid album.
Radiohead
4/5
Really great album. All the tracks are solid with some real standouts. 4.5.
AC/DC
3/5
Solid album that was easy to listen to with some big hits. AC/DC has never been my cup of tea but this almost got a 4 out of me. 3.5.
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
4/5
A little more raw and rsutic than the non-Crazy Horse stuff. Still very solid and easy to listen to but without some of the nostalgia for me.
Black Sabbath
4/5
Surprisingly good. I enjoyed this one. Put it on the 4 side of 3.5.
Lou Reed
4/5
Quirky and interesting album. I really enjoy Lou Reed's voice and style and this album was no exception. I listened through twice. 4.5!
Pixies
3/5
Was hoping I was going to enjoy this one more. But a solid album and a good listen. 3.5 for me.
Nick Drake
3/5
Mellow. Reminded me of the precurser to Jack Johnson, James Blunt etc. Easy to listen to for sure.
Elton John
5/5
This is one of my all time favourites. Great song after great song. Lyrics and music are almost perfect. Can't say much more about this one.
Franz Ferdinand
3/5
Some catchy tunes and a solid album but didnt blow me away. 3.5
Common
3/5
Pretty solid outing this one. I enjoyed this after having never really listed to common before. Can hear the Kanye influence for sure. 3.5
Sabu
3/5
Interesting but don’t really know how to quantify this and not likely something I would list to regularly
Marvin Gaye
4/5
Really solid album with some great tracks.
Fleetwood Mac
5/5
This is an amazing album full of great song after great song as well as many "hits". This is an all time great album. I was excited to ahve this one pop up.
Little Richard
4/5
Solid album. Great voice, lots of energy. Shirt and snappy songs. I recognized a lot of
Billy Joel
4/5
Very solid album overall with some really great songs. Listened to Billy Joel a lot as a kid so some serious nostalgia here as well. Good one.
Björk
3/5
Mildly interesting. Had never listened to a full Bjork album before. But nothing here to make me search out more.
Pentangle
2/5
Not super interesint to me. Was feeling a little tough so I am going to bput it on the 2 side of a 2.5 but it was probably close,
Jimi Hendrix
4/5
Solid album with some good songs and a good sound overall.
Iron Butterfly
3/5
Yeah pretty middle of the road 60s rock. Not a lot to get excited about here.
Talking Heads
4/5
Really solid album. I liked this a lot.
Aretha Franklin
4/5
Some really great songs and a powerful album overall. I enjoyed this one.
Youssou N'Dour
3/5
Interesting enough but not a standout.
Morrissey
3/5
Not really a lot of interest here. Interesting voice I suppose but I expected a bit more. On the three side of 2.5
Culture Club
3/5
Karma Kameleon is super catchy. The rest of the album is just ok.
Bruce Springsteen
5/5
Really excellent album with a number of standout hits and full of great tracks overall.
Queen
4/5
Solid album but without a lot of standout tracks. I enjoyed the listen and would listen again.
Thundercat
2/5
Not for me, this one. Some decent sounds but considered turning it off a couple times. Not sure why this is on the list.
Green Day
5/5
This is a really great album. I don't think it gets enough credit for what it did at the time and it still holds up. Undoubtdedly a 5.
Ute Lemper
3/5
An easy listen but not particularly interesting.
Q-Tip
4/5
This was actually quite good. I knew nothing about it and I quite enjoyed it. Well done Q-Tip.
Joy Division
4/5
Solid album. A good listen with some good tracks. Sounds like the papa to some of the albums I really enjoy now. On the 4 side of a 3.5.
Richard Thompson
4/5
I liked this. Hard to pinpoint exactly why but it had a lot of good sounds. Going to put it on the 4 side of a 3.5.
UB40
3/5
Just kinda meh. on the three side of a 2.5.
Television
3/5
Solid album and a good listen.
3/5
Catchy sound without any standouts. Worth a listen but won’t have me running back.
The Beach Boys
3/5
Had a tought time classifying this. Listened to it mostly two times through. Some interesting songs but nothing really stood out. May revisit this later but will put this on the three side of a 3.5.
Marianne Faithfull
3/5
Interesting listen and powerful voice but didnt get over the hump for me. On the three side of a 3.5
Deep Purple
3/5
Smoke on the water is a stand out. The rest of the album is good but not great to my ear.
Finley Quaye
3/5
Solid album with some good sounds. Not enough to leave me wanting more, but a worthy listen.
Yes
3/5
Kinda Cheap Trick-y sounding but nothing particularly catchy. On the three side of a 2.5.
TV On The Radio
4/5
Solid album with a lot of good tracks. A good listen and listened again the next day.
The Mothers Of Invention
3/5
A bit strange but a bit interesting. I will give this a three
Soft Machine
2/5
Not really sure what the deal is here. Listenable but nothing particularly good. Will say the 2 side of a 2.5.
Janis Joplin
5/5
Almost made the mistake of giving this a 4 but listened a second time through. Incredible album and definitely a worthy 5.
Frankie Goes To Hollywood
2/5
Didn’t really love this. Some catchy tracks and ok covers. Going to be a little tough and put this on the 2 side of a 2.5.
Orbital
2/5
Boring and repetitive. I am not sure how to classify this trip of music but it’s not really for me.
Steely Dan
3/5
Some nice songs and an easy listen. But there were not a lot of standouts here and I expected more. A 3.5 but on the 3 side.
The Chemical Brothers
3/5
Pretty meh. Some decent beats but nothing really to get excited about.
Giant Sand
3/5
Very meh. Not sure how this got on the list. On the three side of a 2.5
Skunk Anansie
2/5
Not for me. Raw and energetic but not pleasing to my ear. on the 2 side of a 2.5
Queen
4/5
Solid album with some really great tracks and energy, including Bohemian Rhapsody.
Amy Winehouse
4/5
Solid album. She has a great voice and the songs are interesting. Was worth a listen.
Bob Dylan
4/5
Solid album that I quite enjoyed. A lot of really good tracks without any real bangers.
Manic Street Preachers
2/5
Not particularly interesting or good. No songs that really caught me. Was feeling a little harsh but on the 2 side of a 2.5.
Cheap Trick
4/5
Solid album with some good songs. Good energy and an interesting listen!
Elbow
2/5
Not sure why this is on the list. Not interesting, not any stand out tracks, no energy. Not worth it.
Rage Against The Machine
4/5
Really solid album with a ton of energy and a lot of great tracks. A very worthy listen.
Buffalo Springfield
4/5
Solid album with some good tracks. No real standouts but I enjoyed this overall. On the 4 side of 3.5.
Waylon Jennings
3/5
Some good tracks and a quick listen but no real jump outs and nothing got me super excited. Happy I listend but on the 3 side of 3.5.
Violent Femmes
4/5
Solid album. I knew blister in the sun but nothing else. I quite enjoyed this listen.
The xx
3/5
Nice album but no real standouts. Worth a listen but nothing to get excited about.
Alice Cooper
4/5
Really solid album. Didn’t know Alice could sing like that. I was impressed by this one.
The Pharcyde
3/5
Not my style but some interesting sounds.
Talking Heads
4/5
Really solid album with some great tracks. Can hear some early ground work for some of the current bands I really like.
Jamiroquai
3/5
I didn’t finish the album(just due to time) but it was a smooth and easy listen. Not super catchy though.
Sade
3/5
Solid album and a nice listen but nothing that made me really excited.
Frank Zappa
3/5
Methodical with some nice sounds. Basically no vocals. I liked this but didn't love it. On the 3 side of a 3.5.
FKA twigs
3/5
Some good sounds and a good voice. No standouts and this one didn’t grab me. A 3.5 but probably the 3 side.
The B-52's
5/5
Was a little cold at first but this really grew on me. I realllllllllllly like this album. Liked it even more on the second listen.
Simon & Garfunkel
4/5
Some solid songs and very good overall. Not quite a 5 but pretty dang close.
Jacques Brel
4/5
I liked this. Not sure if I would have liked it more or less if I knew the words. Strong voice.
The Beach Boys
4/5
Really solid album with some great tracks. 4.5. Probably should be a 5 but let’s be tough today.
M.I.A.
4/5
Really great album. This had me moving along with the music and I really liked it. It is missing the real standouts to make it a 5 but a strong 4.5.
Bonnie Raitt
3/5
Solid album. Some good tracks and a good overall listen. I am going to be hard on this and put it on the 3 side of a 3.5.
Marvin Gaye
4/5
Good album. I enjoyed this. No real standouts but an easy listen.
Dusty Springfield
4/5
Really solid album with lots of great tracks. I knew almost all of these songs. Just on the 4 side of 4.5.
White Denim
2/5
There was nothing interesting about this one for me. Pretty me all around.
Faith No More
3/5
A fine listen but not my cup of tea.
The Replacements
3/5
Lively and solid album. Punky sound. Some silly songs. 3 side of 3.5.
Devendra Banhart
3/5
Some nice songs but nothing that blew me away. Enjoyed it though. Reminded me a bit of Alt J
Patti Smith
5/5
Really good album with some great tracks. On the 5 side of a 4.5.
Gorillaz
3/5
Clint Eastwood is very memorable and there are some catchy tunes in the rest but not a lot there.
James Taylor
4/5
Really like this. Great voice and some really nice tracks. Just on the four side of a 4.5.
Napalm Death
2/5
Heavy incoherent punk that wasn’t really for me.
Pixies
4/5
Solid album with some really great tracks. I enjoyed this but maybe a little bit because of the name recognition.
Morrissey
4/5
I enjoyed this one. Good sound and not so depressing. Not a lot of recognizable tracks for me.
Steely Dan
3/5
Just kinda meh to be honest.
Taylor Swift
3/5
Lots of her hits but seems a bit hollow from a depth perspective. In the 3 side of a 3.5.
The xx
4/5
Melodic with a lot of nice sounds. I like the way the voices work together. Solid album. On the 4 side of 3.5.
The White Stripes
4/5
Really solid album with some well knows songs and some really great songs that are less well known. Really enjoyed this.
Adele
5/5
Great voice with a lot of really great songs. Going to put this on the 5 side of a 4.5. Wasn’t sure which way I was going to slice this one but it is really good.
Supertramp
3/5
Solid album with some hits. Going to be a little tough and put it on the three side of a 3.5.
Emmylou Harris
3/5
Solid album but not a standout. On the three side one a 3.5.
Jerry Lee Lewis
4/5
Solid and full of energy. Lots of hits. A good album, albeit short.
Happy Mondays
3/5
Somewhat interesting but didn’t grab my attention. Was worth a listen but likely not a second.
Minutemen
3/5
Catchy short burst songs. A solid 3.5 but not quite a 4.
Afrika Bambaataa
3/5
Strong sound and some interesting tracks. Put it on the 3 side of a 3.5.
The Who
4/5
Interesting concept album with some solid tracks. I liked this one.
Pavement
3/5
Pretty middle of the road.
MGMT
4/5
Really great album with more really good songs than I remember. Will listen to this again for sure.
The Lemonheads
3/5
Decent album which was easy to listen to. Some nice tracks but didn’t quite get over the hump to a 4. Solid 3.5.
The Louvin Brothers
3/5
Old timey country. Pretty good but nothing earth shattering.
Brian Eno
3/5
Not mush here to get excited about. Will give the benefit of the doubt and put it in the 3 side of a 2.5.
The Shamen
2/5
Catchy (?) but not very good. Didn’t like this. But it did have me moving. On the 2 side of a 2.5.
Slint
3/5
Grungy, raw and interesting, but only mildly so. Worth a listen but maybe not a second one.
Grant Lee Buffalo
4/5
Solid album with some good tracks. I liked the voice and the sound. Probably a little generous but will put this on the 4 side of a 3.5.
Mj Cole
2/5
A whole lotta meh here. Not sure how this one made the list. Not much energy or anything to hold interest.
Dr. Octagon
2/5
Not my cup of tea.
Love
3/5
Interesting listen but no real standouts. No real reason to come back.
George Michael
4/5
Solid album. Some really good and catch tracks. Faith is a good song. Worthy of a listen and a repeat.
The Go-Go's
4/5
Really solid album with some good songs. Catchy and energetic. I like this one.
Scott Walker
2/5
This was pompous and not very good. Didn’t like this. Decent voice but no reason to listen again.
Dusty Springfield
3/5
Pretty meh. Son of a preacher man is a stand out but the rest doesn’t showcase her talents like it should. Closer to a 3 than a 3.5.
SZA
3/5
Ok album but nothing real special about it.
Django Django
4/5
Quite catchy actually. Not lighting the world on fire but a solid 3.5. Will put it on the 4 side.
Brian Wilson
4/5
Some really great tracks. Not sure I fully embraced this but a good listen. Will slide it to the 4 side of a 3.5.
The War On Drugs
4/5
Really solid album. Melodic, with a great Springsteen-esque sound. Have listened many times and will again. More than a 4.
Minor Threat
3/5
Short, snappy and good. But nothing ground breaking. A 3.5 but on the 3 side.
Paul Simon
5/5
Great album top to bottom. I listened to this a couple times and really enjoyed it. Peace Like a River was a standout amongst many standouts.
Little Simz
4/5
I enjoyed this. Fresh sounds, solid beats, interesting lyrics. I hadn't heard of this artist before but she is good. I am glad this popped up.
The Associates
3/5
Not much here to get jazzed up about. It had some OK sounds but a solid 2.5 Will bump it to the three side.
The Kinks
3/5
Easy to listen to but nothing really jumped out here. Was hoping for a little more.
The Darkness
3/5
Fun and lively. Some really good tracks. Just on the three side of a 3.5.
Beck
4/5
Really solid. Not sure why I didn’t give this more of a listen when it came out. Will listen again.
Talking Heads
4/5
Solid album. I like the Talking Heads sound and this one falls in line with that!
Todd Rundgren
3/5
Didn’t really enjoy this one. Some Ok sounds but overall not my taste. On the three side of a 2.5.
Cypress Hill
4/5
Interesting album that was surprisingly easy to listen to.
Talvin Singh
2/5
Nothing of much interest here. Not really sure why this is on the list.
Elliott Smith
3/5
Overall a nice album but there were not a lot of standout songs. Really nice voice backed by what sounds like a lot of sadness. Worth the listen and will probably give it another go sometime.
The Human League
3/5
This one actually grew on me quite a bit. Hear a little bit of some of the bands I like now (think Interpol, LCD Soundsystem) in the music. A couple better tracks near the end. Inched towards a 4 but on the 3 side of a 3.5.
T. Rex
4/5
Cool, funky and interesting with some really great tracks sprinkled in. Not surprising that many other bands I like have been influenced by them. Solid album that I have already listened to again.
Morrissey
4/5
This one was engaging. It is difficult to pinpoint exactly but it drew me in and I wanted to keep listening. The voice and the music matched well. Not a lot of real stand out songs but an overall good listen. on the 4 side of a 3.5.
Robbie Williams
3/5
Pretty fluffy but quite a few catchy tracks. Definitely liked this more than I expected. Don’t think I will be going back but “Let me Entertain You” slaps. Straight 3.
Coldplay
3/5
Everytime Coldplay comes up I try to clear my mind and give them the benefit of the doubt. This is a perfectly listenable album. The first song actually starts quite nicely. I understand that Yellow was a huge hit. I get how people can like Coldplay. I just dont like Chris Martin's voice. When I hear him sing I want to punch him in the throat so that I don't have to listen to him sing anymore. For me this is a 2.5. I will round it up because it is probably not as bad as it sounds to me.
The Band
5/5
Really great album both musically and lyrically. Interesting lyrical themes and a deep layering in the instrumentation. Some really great tracks here too. This is a classic album for me. Waffling on a 4 or a 5. Going to say the 5 side of a 4.5.
System Of A Down
3/5
Loud, energetic and heavy. Musically interesting, but vocally not my style. Was worth a listen but isn't likely to pull me back. 3.
The Coral
3/5
Some nice sounds and many of the songs couls easily fit on the playlists I listen to. However, I felt that a lot of the songs gave of an air of self importance, bordering on arrogance that the quiality of the product didn't warrant. I dodnt think this one is for me. 2.5 but will round up to 3.
Pere Ubu
3/5
Musically interesing and energetic. There is a vague familiarity to a lot of the songs. Not in the sense that I have heard them before, but rather that they are like songs I have heard before. I enjoyed the music more than the vocals and the lyrics but there was a little something here. 3.5.
The Smiths
3/5
Solid album but I never get as excited about the Smiths as I think I am going to. The album was interesting and easy to listen to but lacked a little bit of energy and the stand out tracks that I would want to give it a higher rating. 3.5 but going to round down.
Ali Farka Touré
3/5
Super chill and easy to listen to. However, no real draw and not a lot to say about this one.
King Crimson
2/5
To me there is nothing redeeming here. Not worth the first listen let alone another.
Röyksopp
3/5
Pretty boring. This got me moving in a couple spots but not really much there. Pit it on the three side of a 2.5.
Tina Turner
3/5
This was a worthy listen with a couple recognizable songs. But her voice was superior to the craftsmanship of the songs. Not a great album here but a decent one.
A Tribe Called Quest
5/5
Really great album. Interesting and easy to listen to beats. Clever and interesting lyrics. This is not my usual genre but It left me wanting to listen more. I was dancing along. Top notch. 5.
Traffic
3/5
Pretty meh. Some classic sounds of the era. “Feelin Alright” is a standout but not a lot to get excited about here.
Beastie Boys
4/5
Solid album. Fresh and interesting sound with good lyrics and good energy. Had I not just listened to the Tribe album a couple days ago this may have gotten a 5. Will put this on the 4 side of a 4.5.
The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
2/5
Didn't seem interesting or original. The vocals seemed to be an Elvis rip-off at times. This is one of many where I am not sure how they made this list.
Run-D.M.C.
5/5
Maybe it’s the vacation boost but this slapped. Charles was dancing along. I enjoyed this front to back and listened though a second time. 4.5 but on the 5 side.
The Roots
4/5
Raw, energetic and well done. I enjoyed this one. Hadn’t really listened to the Roots before but this one is a good one. 4.5 but on the 4 side.
Johnny Cash
5/5
Great album. Raw, authentic, and lots of great energy into a 35 minute package. I don’t listen to Johnny Cash a lot, and hadn’t listened to this album, before, but I always enjoy him. No wasted energy here. 5
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
4/5
Good album. Lots of really solid and interesting songs. Was listening while driving so not the best audio and a bit distracted. But went through twice and really enjoyed.
Alanis Morissette
5/5
Excellent album. Raw, emotional, but controlled. No wasted songs and really great lyrics. Loved this when it came out and realize now I didn’t understand it at all at the time.
Talk Talk
2/5
Meh. Listened to this a couple days ago and have already forgotten. Nothing to warrant a revisit.
Jungle Brothers
2/5
Proof the not all 80s and 90s hip hop is a must listen. This was OK but no really grit or anything to make it interesting.
Throbbing Gristle
1/5
Not sure this is music. A collection of sounds that I don’t understand. I listened through but not sure I am glad I did.
The Flaming Lips
4/5
When I clicked on this I read "Velvet Underground" in my head rather than "Flaming Lips". As a result I was quite surprised at the sound. Once I came to and got over that, I enjoyed this a fair amount. Melodic and poppy with a couple standout tracks ("Waitin' for A Superman" is one). A worthy listen and enjoying more the second time. 3.5 but let’s go 4 side.
Stevie Wonder
4/5
Solid album with some really melodic sounds. I enjoyed his voice and there are some really good and recognizable tracks. Haven’t really listened to Stevie before but this is a solid one.
Terence Trent D'Arby
3/5
Meh. Not a lot to get excited about here. Some ok sounds, but just ok. A 2.5 or a 3.
M.I.A.
4/5
Really solid album. Cacophonous and unique. Some solid tracks and no wasted space. 4.5 but on the 4 side.
Calexico
3/5
Genre appropriate for what I like. But no wow factor here. This was OK, and a worthy listen, but didn’t get me overly excited.
Paul Revere & The Raiders
4/5
Didn't recognize the band name but I recognized a good number of the songs. There were some really great tracks and the whole album holds together. I enjoyed this one, maybe more than I should have, but definitely a worthy listen.
Radiohead
3/5
This one was a little slow to be honest. Good music sound and the vocals and lyrics you would expect. But lacked a bit of energy and standout tracks.
Bert Jansch
3/5
Yeah, this was alright. Interesting guitar and a nice voice. Pretty chill but nothing really stood out for me.
Gang Of Four
3/5
I enjoyed this. A solid listen but without a real wow factor. Likely influential on some of the bands I regularly listen to. 3.5 but on the three side.
T. Rex
4/5
I really enjoyed this - much like Electric Warrior. The sound was unique, as were the vocals. There is lots of energy and the tracks are engaging. I listened twice through and there were some standouts - "Rock On", "Ballrooms of Mars". 4.5 but on the 4 side. Will listen again.
The Stooges
3/5
Lots of energey here - but I didnt engage with this one. I listened trhough twice and there was just something missing for me. 3.5.
Big Brother & The Holding Company
4/5
Solid album. Interesting and rockin. Janis is great.
SAULT
3/5
This was fine. Not really a cohesive album per se but a number of decent tracks. I liked it but not a lot of extra interest.
Mott The Hoople
3/5
This was a perfectly fine album. Had heard of the band but had never listened before. If one of the songs showed up on a playlist you wouldn’t skip track but you also wouldn’t pause in amazement.
The Verve
4/5
There were a couple standout tracks and I enjoyed the front to back listen. Better than a lot of the English bands on the list from that time frame.
The Prodigy
4/5
Listened to it once and then most of it a second time. This was solid. Energetic but not over the top. Some standout tracks. There is a little nostalgia factor here as my brother had this album when we were kids. 3.5 but on the 4 side.
Nirvana
5/5
There wasn't a doubt before listening where this one was going to land but alwayd great to be reminded to listen to Nirvana. Great album with a really interesting mix of originals and covers. I enjoy the banter between songs each time. A definite 5.
Pere Ubu
3/5
I found this interesting and I was in the right mood for the listen. However, in reflection I am unlikely to pick this up and listen again. Likely an ancestor of some of the music I enjoy more. 3.5 but on the three side.
Joni Mitchell
4/5
I liked this one. Playful and interesting and Joni is great. Not a lot of real "star" songs but a good listen start to finish.
The Rolling Stones
3/5
Presented as a 60's rock cover album. It was a worth 33 minute listen but didn't get me too excited. Some signs of things to come but on its own a 3 for me.
The Boo Radleys
3/5
This album was fine for a listen but it didn’t get me too excited. Solid three out of 5.
Dirty Projectors
3/5
I feel like I should have found this one more interesting. But it really didn’t catch me. Fine as a listen but wasn’t intrigued for more.
Ravi Shankar
3/5
I suppose this was interesting. But I am not sure there is a circumstance where I would listen again.
Morrissey
3/5
Meh. The songs were fine and it was worth a listen but not that interesting or inspiring.
U2
4/5
Didn’t think I would see the day. This is actually a solid album with a lot of recognizable songs. I enjoyed this. 3.5 but in the 4 side.
Digital Underground
2/5
I found this album unserious and uninteresting. There was not much to redeem this one. I listened though but not necessarily glad I did.
Justin Timberlake
3/5
This has some well known songs and a good sound. JT is talented for sure but this is not monumental. I think it is on the 3 side of a 3.5.
Earth, Wind & Fire
3/5
Interesting enough but not super engaging and not great.
Arctic Monkeys
4/5
This was better than I expected. Interesting and lively with some good variation
Fairport Convention
4/5
I really quite liked this. Interesting sound for the time and really liked the vocals.
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
3/5
Interesting sound but not a lot to Keem me coming back.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
4/5
Lively and interesting. Don’t think it will make the rotation but a worthy listen.
Pink Floyd
5/5
Really solid album. Cool sounds and vocals. I owned this on vinyl at some point. Strong 4.5, with a tip to the 5 side.
Drive-By Truckers
3/5
Some interesting songs and musically pretty decent. But didn’t really get the blood flowing.
MC Solaar
4/5
This was gooood. It fit my Monday mood perfectly. It rolled over and I just kept it going. Not sure I would like it more or less if I understood the lyrics but learning French isn’t in the near future.
Pink Floyd
5/5
Very good album. Interesting concept and a lot of good songs. Suppose it warrants a 5. But not likely a spot in the regular rotation.
The Offspring
5/5
This was the first CD I ever bought. I still really enjoy this album but its ranking is almost certainly bumped by nostalgia factor. I think I am willing to now admit Dookie was the better album but this still holds up. 4.5
PJ Harvey
3/5
This one didn’t grab me like her others. It was a good listen but nothing more.
Willie Nelson
3/5
Willie singing covers of old classics. I wouldn’t say that there was a lot of value add. It was a nice listen but not a great album.
Miles Davis
3/5
This was good to listen to while working but I don’t really know how to classify jazz music. Let’s go 3.5.
The Notorious B.I.G.
5/5
This album is exceptional. Keeps going from start to finish with great song after great song. I enjoyed this a lot.
JAY Z
4/5
This was a really good album but I don’t like the sound as much as some of the similar albums by other artists. Had Biggie right before and the was a for sure 5. This is more of a solid 4.5 on the 4 side.
Liz Phair
4/5
My first thought was a poor man’s PJ Harvey but then this continued to grow on me. Really solid album with some interesting tacks.
Kendrick Lamar
3/5
This is a tough listen. The songs are good but it is rough and there is not a lot of flow. Not my style.
Japan
2/5
Not interested in this one at all.
Prefab Sprout
2/5
This was not interesting. Didn’t enjoy this one. Not sure why it is on the list.
Gillian Welch
3/5
Nice voice and some nice musical sounds but this was not particularly interesting.
The Avalanches
2/5
I got bored of this and didn’t hear any particularly redeeming songs. A hard pass from me.
The Streets
4/5
Really enjoyed this one. It had a good vibe and lots of interesting lyrics. Not my standard go-to but I liked it a lot.
Alexander 'Skip' Spence
3/5
Some really familiar sounds here. I enjoyed this and listened through a second time for a good portion of it. A 3.5 on the 3 side.
Love
3/5
This had some good sounds but didn’t really get me too excited.
Pantera
3/5
At first this did not catch my ear. Then it grew on me a bit. Still not really my style but a decent listen.
Lauryn Hill
4/5
Solid album. Some really great songs. Not as many punchy or gritty tracks as I would have guessed but I enjoyed this.
Robert Wyatt
2/5
Not interesting. Sounds like the bassist from a much better band tried to take a crack at it solo. Wont listen again
Aimee Mann
3/5
This was alright. Worth a listen and some nice vocals. Not sure it warrants a repeat though.
Soundgarden
4/5
Really solid album with a number of really great songs. Chris Cornell is a legend and he is at peak on this one. More than a 4 but not a 5.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
3/5
This was caught somewhere between Tom Waits and Modest Mouse but didn’t seem to capture the best of either for me. A bit of a strange concept album that came off a little strange. An OK listen but I was hoping for more.
The Byrds
4/5
Good album with some very listenable songs. Would listen again. 3.5 but on the 4 side.
Tim Buckley
3/5
Somewhat interesting album but no songs that grab you and pull you in. I enjoyed this, but did not love it.
The Fall
4/5
I liked this more as I listened along. It’s a little bit strange with hints of LCD Soundsystem and the Tragically hip. Feeling generous so let’s put it on the 4 side of a 3.5.
Beatles
5/5
Excellent album. Not a lot more to say.
Goldie
1/5
Did not enjoy this. Boring and repetitive. I turned it off.
George Harrison
5/5
This album is incredible. I was a little afraid to listen to this one as it is a double album and I wasn’t sure it was going to be great. But my fears were totally unwarranted. Many great songs and a great sound overall. I thoroughly enjoyed this.
R.E.M.
3/5
I love REM but this album is very mellow. I like it, but do not love it. I will hold them to a high standard and rank this as a 3.5 but on the three side.
Fun Lovin' Criminals
3/5
This was a solid 3. Some good songs and easy to listen to.
Johnny Cash
4/5
Solid album. “Hurt” is incredible. I enjoyed this listen a lot.
Oasis
4/5
Solid album. A lot of good tracks. Enjoyed the vocals, the music and the overall energy.
Nico
4/5
Solid album. Nice voice and interesting overall. Listened a couple times.
Björk
3/5
Interesting but not particularly great. It was worth a listen and I liked a few songs but not sure this is completely for me.
Stevie Wonder
4/5
Solid album. Easy to listen to and really enjoyed some of the songs.
Gary Numan
4/5
I actually liked this more than I thought when I first heard and it grew on me as it went along. A little repetitive but interesting new wave sound. Worth the listen.
The Go-Betweens
3/5
Not really that interesting. Has some good sounds and was listenable but not much else.
Pink Floyd
4/5
This is a good one from start to finish. Enjoyed it.
Incubus
4/5
Solid album. Some recognizable songs. I enjoyed this one. 3.5 on the 4 side.
The Beta Band
3/5
Meh. Some decent sounds and some catchy songs but didn’t get me too excited.
John Martyn
3/5
This was ok. Not sure about his voice. Worth the listen.
The Black Keys
4/5
I like this. Recognized a lot of the songs from radio. Good music, good lyrics, good vocals. Solid all around.
The Divine Comedy
2/5
Not interested in this at all…
Happy Mondays
3/5
Yeah this was alright. Hade some energy and some of the remixes were pretty cool. It grew on me as it went along. 3.5 but on the three side.
Cocteau Twins
3/5
Don’t have a lot to say. This was fine but not that great or interesting.
Wire
3/5
Some interesting sounds here but didnt get me too excited. Work a listen but probably wont re-visit.
Judas Priest
4/5
I enjoyed this a lot more than I expected to. Strong sounds, with pretty decent vocals. 3.5 but on the 4 side.
John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
3/5
This was bluesy and mildly interesting. But nothing really stood out to get me too excited.
The Undertones
3/5
Light and fun. Some good sounds. Worth a listen but didn’t leave me wanting more.
The Smashing Pumpkins
4/5
Solid album that I owned in high school and probably enjoyed more this time around. Good sounds, good energy, solid lyrics. A worthy listen for sure.
Ice Cube
4/5
Solid album with a lot of really good songs and raw energy. I enjoyed this.
Tricky
4/5
I enjoyed this. Cool sounds and quite interesting. Worth the listen for sure.
Aerosmith
3/5
Some solid songs and an overall good sound. I think I like more of their other more confident and grandiose albums.
Joe Ely
3/5
This one didn’t do much for me. It was fine but it seems like I am getting a lot of fine lately. 2.5 but I will round up.
Circle Jerks
4/5
I like this. Loud, energetic and raw. I am surprised I didn’t listen to this in highschool. Reminded me of TSOL which I listened to a bit.
Brian Eno
3/5
A fine listen. I enjoyed the sounds but it was not caltivating. 3.5.
Roxy Music
3/5
This had some interesting sounds. Kinda felt like a good band missing a lead singer. But a decent listen. 3.5.
Tangerine Dream
2/5
Lacklustre and uninteresting. Not sure why this has a spot in the list. Listenable but that’s about it.
2/5
More meh. Let’s get to the good stuff.
Songhoy Blues
3/5
Some interesting sounds. I don’t understand the lyrics but worth a listen.
The Stranglers
2/5
This seemed full of unnecessary self importance. It felt like the band felt like the were making something really special and this really was meh at best. It kind of made me angry listening for that reason.
John Lee Hooker
3/5
This is not my style of music. It was a decent listen but didn’t love it.
10cc
3/5
More meh. I have been on a roll of not great for a while here it seems.
Randy Newman
4/5
Solid album. Not completely sure what the concept was but I enjoyed it. Maybe I was just happy because it felt like a Pixar movie.
Peter Gabriel
4/5
Yeah this one was cool. A little unusual but pleasant to the ear.
Black Flag
3/5
Energetic and well put together. Not really the type of punk rock I listened to but worthy nonetheless. 3.5
Beatles
4/5
Lots of interesting songs and a great listen as usual. Sounds like a bridge album from the early poppy stuff to the later stuff I enjoy more. 4.5 but going to be tough since it is the Beatles.
Kate Bush
4/5
This was strange and disjointed but I enjoyed it. I don’t know if I understand it or if I could really describe it. But worth a listen for sure.
Sarah Vaughan
3/5
Fine to listen to but nothing really interesting.
Screaming Trees
3/5
This was fine to listen to but nothing special.
Pixies
4/5
Really great album. Musically very good but also quite interesting. I should listen to the Pixies more. 4.5 but to the 4 side.
Bruce Springsteen
5/5
Love this album. It has some fun, some heart and the classic Americana rock you expect from The Boss. I bought this album in 2002 saw Springsteen for the first time on this tour. This album builds as it goes along and holds up. I am glad it does. 4.5 but tip to 5 on nostalgia.
Emmylou Harris
4/5
This was a good album. I really liked her voice. The album itself was fine but it was her voice that put it over the edge.
The Isley Brothers
5/5
This was great. Awesome energy, some recognizable songs and can hear the influence on future music. Best one in a while. 4.5 but shade it up.
OutKast
4/5
This had energy and was really interesting. Good vocals and good sounds. Happy this holds up.
Joan Armatrading
4/5
This one really grew on me. Some solid songs, good voice and interesting overall. There were some familiar sounds in this that I couldn’t place. Maybe a little Joni Mitchell.
Lenny Kravitz
3/5
Some good sounds here. Some songs I recognized. This was good but not great.
Kacey Musgraves
4/5
This is a solid album. Nice vocals and some good sounds overall. A bit of a country/pop crossover. I think it’s a worthy entry on the list. 3.5 with a skew to 4
Harry Nilsson
3/5
This had some good songs and some not so good ones. It was worthy listen but didn’t get me too tingly.
Portishead
4/5
This was solid. A bit unique and mysterious. Good vocals. I enjoyed it.
Method Man
3/5
This was alright but didn’t enjoy it as much as some of the similar contemporary albums.
Tito Puente
4/5
This was perfect for a Sunday morning. Fun, energetic and interesting. Will work it into the coffee rotation.
Ella Fitzgerald
4/5
Great voice and some interesting stuff here. I didn’t listen to all 4 albums but I enjoyed it.
Ray Charles
4/5
This was good! I enjoyed the songs and the vocals. Was a fun listen.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
3/5
Interesting album. I like it but I am not sure I get it. Sounds like it has a similar origin story to the Decemberists but they chose beer and weed and Nick Cave chose heroin and whisky.
Eminem
4/5
Entertaining and lyrically interesting. A little crude and cheesy at times but this did not really detract from my enjoyment.
The Last Shadow Puppets
3/5
This was fine. Sounded like it could just be an Arctic Monkeys album (I am not super familiar). Worth a listen.
Girls Against Boys
4/5
I quite enjoyed this one. Not exactly sure why but had a lot of the grungy sounds and feel I like from that era.
The Style Council
2/5
Not much to get excited about here. A little cheesy and didn’t catch my interest.
The Who
5/5
This was really great. A lot of really nice and recognizable songs. Put it on the 5 side of a 4.5
The Who
4/5
Solid album with good live energy. I enjoyed this but not as much as the Who album from yesterday.
Kings of Leon
4/5
I like this. Not a lot of standouts but solid throughout. I have listened before and will do again.
XTC
1/5
This was terrible. I wanted to tie it off but I powered through. I was not rewarded.
Crowded House
3/5
Barely a worthy listen but it had some interesting stuff. Don’t need to revisit.
Wilco
3/5
This was fine but not particularly great.
Derek & The Dominos
4/5
This is good. Layla is of course a standout but it has a lot of good songs. I hadn’t listened to this before but I am glad I did.
The Velvet Underground
4/5
Solid album. Pale Blue Eyes is an all time fave. I enjoyed this
Germs
3/5
Loud, energetic and pretty interesting. But no real standouts and a little raw for me.
Herbie Hancock
3/5
There were some interesting sounds here that I may have heard sampled elsewhere. This was OK but didn’t get me too excited
Sonic Youth
4/5
Really good album. I liked this a lot. Worthy addition to this list for sure.
Nas
4/5
This was good. Great sounds and interesting all around.
Radiohead
4/5
This is a solid album. A lot of good songs and a good sounds overall. Not a real wow album but not sure that is required. 3.5 but a tilt to 4.
The Blue Nile
2/5
This was not for me. I didn’t really enjoy the vocals and found the lyrics and music uninteresting. Hard pass
Jeru The Damaja
4/5
This was solid. Good sounds and an easy listen. Had me moving for a bit.
William Orbit
3/5
This was fine as background music but not so interesting. 2.5 and bump it to 3.
Christina Aguilera
3/5
This was fine. She’s got a great voice but the album was just OK.
Heaven 17
3/5
This was fine but nothing special.
Roxy Music
3/5
This was interesting. I liked it. A solid listen. Give it a 3.5 but on the 3 side.
Roni Size
2/5
This was boring and didn’t seem to have much to redeem it. I didn’t not listen to all of the special edition
The Sonics
4/5
Cool take on some great songs. Love the raw energy. This was a good listen.
Radiohead
4/5
Solid album. Some really good tracks. Overall a little slow, but I think that is part of the point.
Lightning Bolt
2/5
Not interesting. Was not worth the listen. More noise than anything. A generous 2
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades
3/5
Lively, interesting. Made me smile. 3.5 on the 3 side
The Sabres Of Paradise
1/5
Boring, repetitive and uninteresting. This was a stop before the end for me.
Fred Neil
3/5
This was ok. Nothing to really fault but nothing special either.
Boards of Canada
1/5
This was rough. Did not find anything redeeming about it and I turned it off. 1.
Animal Collective
3/5
This was an Ok listen. Pretty chill bordering on a little bit uninteresting.
Brian Eno
3/5
Fine to listen too but nothing to get too excited about.
Genesis
3/5
This was alright but it didn’t get me jazzed up.
Big Black
3/5
There were some interesting bits here. A bit grungy, but not spectacular.
PJ Harvey
5/5
This was really great. Raw, emotional and really well done. Listened to it a couple times. 4.5 but let’s put it on the 5 side.