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You Love More Than Most
| Album | You | Global | Diff |
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Third
Soft Machine
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5 | 2.44 | +2.56 |
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Vanishing Point
Primal Scream
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5 | 2.82 | +2.18 |
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Rhythm Nation 1814
Janet Jackson
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5 | 2.99 | +2.01 |
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Larks' Tongues In Aspic
King Crimson
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5 | 2.99 | +2.01 |
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Traffic
Traffic
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5 | 3.08 | +1.92 |
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The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn
Pink Floyd
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5 | 3.11 | +1.89 |
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Close To The Edge
Yes
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5 | 3.18 | +1.82 |
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Frampton Comes Alive
Peter Frampton
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5 | 3.19 | +1.81 |
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John Prine
John Prine
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5 | 3.21 | +1.79 |
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Bad Company
Bad Company
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5 | 3.25 | +1.75 |
You Love Less Than Most
| Album | You | Global | Diff |
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London Calling
The Clash
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1 | 3.97 | -2.97 |
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Is This It
The Strokes
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1 | 3.81 | -2.81 |
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Master Of Puppets
Metallica
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1 | 3.72 | -2.72 |
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Pink Moon
Nick Drake
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1 | 3.65 | -2.65 |
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The Stone Roses
The Stone Roses
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1 | 3.64 | -2.64 |
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The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill
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1 | 3.64 | -2.64 |
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good kid, m.A.A.d city
Kendrick Lamar
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1 | 3.62 | -2.62 |
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Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Wu-Tang Clan
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1 | 3.61 | -2.61 |
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Illmatic
Nas
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1 | 3.6 | -2.6 |
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Moving Pictures
Rush
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1 | 3.57 | -2.57 |
Artists
Favorites
| Artist | Albums | Average |
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| Beatles | 6 | 5 |
| Led Zeppelin | 5 | 5 |
| Yes | 3 | 5 |
| Radiohead | 4 | 4.5 |
| The Rolling Stones | 4 | 4.5 |
| Creedence Clearwater Revival | 2 | 5 |
| Jimi Hendrix | 2 | 5 |
| King Crimson | 2 | 5 |
| Willie Nelson | 2 | 5 |
| Black Sabbath | 2 | 5 |
| Pink Floyd | 2 | 5 |
| Bob Marley & The Wailers | 3 | 4.33 |
| The Beach Boys | 3 | 4.33 |
Least Favorites
| Artist | Albums | Average |
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| Public Enemy | 2 | 1 |
| Elvis Costello & The Attractions | 2 | 1 |
| Ice Cube | 2 | 1 |
| My Bloody Valentine | 2 | 1 |
| Morrissey | 2 | 1 |
| Eminem | 2 | 1 |
| Slipknot | 2 | 1 |
| Manic Street Preachers | 2 | 1 |
| Dinosaur Jr. | 2 | 1 |
| Metallica | 4 | 1.75 |
| Bruce Springsteen | 3 | 1.67 |
| Neil Young | 3 | 1.67 |
| U2 | 3 | 1.67 |
| Roxy Music | 3 | 1.67 |
| New Order | 2 | 1.5 |
| Tim Buckley | 2 | 1.5 |
| The Cure | 2 | 1.5 |
| Nick Drake | 2 | 1.5 |
| Baaba Maal | 2 | 1.5 |
| Leonard Cohen | 2 | 1.5 |
| Talking Heads | 2 | 1.5 |
| The Divine Comedy | 2 | 1.5 |
| The Smiths | 2 | 1.5 |
| Prince | 3 | 2 |
Controversial
| Artist | Ratings |
|---|---|
| Marvin Gaye | 4, 1 |
| Metallica | 1, 4, 1, 1 |
| R.E.M. | 1, 2, 4 |
5-Star Albums (70)
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Mudhoney · 2 likes
1/5
Someone said they made it through 5 tracks ... how?
Jeru The Damaja · 2 likes
1/5
I think I want a new list.
Grateful Dead · 1 likes
2/5
Only a couple of tunes with listening to on this one ... Sugar Magnolia and Truckin'. Never understood the draw these guys had on so many, but I never saw them live. Like some reviewers mentioned, maybe the acid helped!
Radiohead · 1 likes
5/5
I'll just say - I like it! And I'll listen to it again! And I'll listen to the rest of their albums!
Can · 1 likes
4/5
Well ... THAT was different! And in a good way! It kinda reminded me of Pink Floyd's Ummagumma - kinda. Nice background music while working away on Photoshop. I'll be back for more of this!
1-Star Albums (133)
All Ratings
Radiohead
5/5
Television
4/5
Not bad! I. marked one song as a fav so I can go back and listen to more.
Elton John
4/5
I remember when this came out. Now they overplay Tiny dancer and Levon on classic rock radio stations, and I hardly ever hear Madman Across the water. Great song - Loved the strings arrangement of this one.
The Doors
5/5
One of the best! Loved it when it came out, love it now.
Taylor Swift
2/5
Thanks for making me listen to this. She's beautiful, for sure, but I don't know ... I don't understand her popularity. 21 songs was a bit much for me.
Fleetwood Mac
5/5
I don't think there was one bad song on this one!
The Vines
3/5
Not bad, but I wasn't expecting to be yelled at this morning! There are some good songs on here, but I don't think I'd run out to buy it.
Bruce Springsteen
2/5
Critics may have liked this, but I didn't. Guess I was done with Bruce after Born to Run.
Aerosmith
4/5
Good One! Always on the turntable to get the party started!
Bob Marley & The Wailers
4/5
Don't think I had ever listened to this whole album before, I got into Bob Marley on his next album, Burnin', and his 'Live' album. This was good to listen to, some familiar songs, and some new (to me) that was really good. I had the pleasure of seeing him at the Music Hall in Houston, Texas, and his show was one of the best I've ever seen. Such energy, and he was ... remarkable!
Ms. Dynamite
1/5
Thanks, but no thanks. It has some nice beats, and it's not loud in-your-face, but it's just not for me.
CHVRCHES
2/5
I had heard of them, but had not listened to them that I know of. I almost gave up on this one, even stopped it for a wile, but kept going just to see. And finally - 'You caught the light' came on. Nice, slower, not so poppy or synth-y. Really liked the dreamy tone of it. After that there were a couple more good ones, but most of it - not for me.
The Crusaders
3/5
Nice way to start the day. Street Life was a good listen. May need to visit some of the other albums.
Pearl Jam
3/5
Got some good stuff on here, and it's their first album! But, not enough for me to run out and buy it.
Fatboy Slim
3/5
Not sure this album holds up well, some 26 years later! No doubt there are some good songs here, but to listen to the whole album? It gets too repetitive for me.
Dion
1/5
I was interested to see what Dion had done after the do-wop songs he's famous for. And this was pleasant, but I just couldn't make it all the way through it. Too much ... pretty boring ... just a no ... thank-you
T. Rex
3/5
That was nice. This was one I had as a cassette back in the day, and it was good then, and I think it's better now! If you listen to any classic rock radio station, all you will hear from this is Bang a gong. But they really should play Life's a gas or Rip off, or some of the other gems on this one.
Flamin' Groovies
2/5
Well, that was interesting! 1st song starts out good - and then he sings! I almost stopped it right there, well, actually I did. But I tried another, and City Lights was different, and pretty good. But it kept bouncing around, like they just didn't know WHAT to play. By the end of the album they are playing older songs, and they do them well. I know, Mick Jagger heard them and like 'em. But I'm not going to add this to my must listen list.
Iggy Pop
3/5
Well, I've never been a fan of Iggy Pop, but this wasn't bad. I'd listen to it again, and may check out some of his newer stuff.
Creedence Clearwater Revival
5/5
Yes please! Make me listen to more of this! What a band, and what a great album with so many familiar and wonderful songs. I liked it so much, I had to go through the other albums, and had myself a CCR day!
Ozomatli
2/5
I've heard the name before, and probably listened to a song or two. But never sat through a whole album. Not bad, nice latin beats, but not sure I'm coming back to listen to more.
The Stooges
2/5
I found this one hard to listen to. Sure it has some good stuff on it, but overall? I was there - in 1969, Junior year in High School, and I’m wondering why this album wasn’t in my sphere … well … look at the music that was coming out that year! Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, CCR, Dr. John, Iron Butterfly, Donovan, Fleetwood Mac - and that was just January! Look it up, the year was epic, and this band, for me, just wasn’t.
Cheap Trick
2/5
Well, I thought I liked them! On this album, the two stand-outs are the ones that get the most air time, I want you to want me and surrender. Other than that, it's just okay. And I looked at some of their other albums ... guess it's just not for me.
Violent Femmes
1/5
Jittery.
Neurotic.
Darkly comical.
And that’s how the description of the band begins on Spotify.
Might I add - can’t sing?
It opens with a familiar song, Blister in the sun. Starts out good, but never did like his singing.
After that - just a no from me.
The Prodigy
3/5
I remember when this came out, loved it then, it's ... okay now.
Steely Dan
2/5
I used to love Steely Dan, but they really start to annoy me after a while. I don't know what it is ...
Hanoi Rocks
1/5
Thank-you, but no thank-you. Not a good way to start the day.
Coldplay
3/5
This wasn't bad - It was actually a nice way to start the day. A good 1st album.
Sarah Vaughan
4/5
Loved this! Always imagine being in the crowd at a place like this.
David Bowie
2/5
Bowie. He left us with some great music!
Massive Attack
4/5
Massive Attack - was good to hear this again. Such good music, it's great to work to. I really liked Mezzanine, which was when I first heard them, but this is good. And I had the pleasure of seeing them, with my daughter, in Houston. Great experience!
New Order
1/5
not for me. Saw them once, and they were good, but I'm not buying it.
Portishead
5/5
L O V E Portishead. And from reading about them, so did a lot of others. I can only hope that they get it together and put out some more amazing music.
The Kinks
2/5
Very 1968! And very British. The Kinks have so many hits, but I do not remember any of these songs. The album was a nice listen, but not sure I will revisit it anytime soon. There are many more Kinks albums to check out!
Otis Redding
4/5
What's not to like about listening to this great singer?! My only concern was that after starting to listen, and not paying to attention, that it felt like the longest record - ever. Then I looked and saw 40 songs! I like Otis, but it really did go a little too long. Good stuff, but ...
Talvin Singh
1/5
I tried. In fact, I checked out his other albums. But no, it's a no for me.
David Bowie
4/5
This was a nice listen. I'm not a huge Bowie fan, but he HAS been there, putting out good music for most of my life. Of course there's Young American's and Fame, and to listen to any classic radio station, you would think that's all he did. Wish there was a classic station that played 'the rest of' the music.
Bebel Gilberto
3/5
Beautiful music!
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
Darn. Make me listen to Jimi. Just one of the best ... ever! Are you experienced? Man, music would never be the same after Jimi.
The Rolling Stones
5/5
One of the best - brings back so many memories!
Sonic Youth
1/5
Goo - Nooooooo. Quit yelling at me!
Shack
1/5
Never heard of 'em. But, we are here to listen to new things, so I listened. It was okay, but after a while it just got to a point where I had to stop. I also checked out a couple of there other albums, but I don't think I need to come back for any more.
LTJ Bukem
1/5
I liked some, and I didn't like some. And I didn't make it all the way through. Too long and repetitive.
Neil Young
2/5
I liked it, and I don't really like Neil Young! Oh well.
Bob Dylan
3/5
It was nice to revisit Highway 61 Revisited! Bob Dylan is genius, his writing, his music, but ... his singing has always been a kind of love/hate thing. Sometimes I can take and sometime I wish he'd just stop. Good album though.
Aerosmith
3/5
I enjoyed this one. Always liked Aerosmith, and this one gets ya going!
R.E.M.
1/5
not for me, thanks.
The Yardbirds
3/5
some good stuff on here. and some not so good. But over all, the classics that are on this album make it with the time to listen, and enjoy!
The Stone Roses
1/5
it was okay until the the 4th song, Don't Stop. Gave me a headache, and I had to ... stop.
Red Hot Chili Peppers
2/5
First try - I stopped after the first song, just wasn't feeling it. Second try, made it through. There is some good stuff on this, but there's more NOT good stuff. So - glad to have listened, but ...
Parliament
3/5
THAT - was a party!
Bee Gees
1/5
thanks, but no thanks. this concept failed!
The White Stripes
3/5
Not bad - I saw them At the Houston Free Press Summer Fest and enjoyed the show.
Deep Purple
5/5
O my ... take me back to those days! Speed King! Child in Time?!!! I loved Deep Purple - the keyboards always killed it. Richie Blackmore, Jon Lord, Ian Gillan, Roger Glover and Ian Paice, That's the band I saw and loved. Damn good stuff!
The Mamas & The Papas
5/5
Monday, Monday - California Dreaming - Go where you wanna Go
Such great music - memories - magic!
Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
3/5
That wasn't bad! There were some songs I didn't care for, but over all it was a good listen.
Ministry
1/5
Nope!
Tears For Fears
3/5
A couple of well known classics on here - that get over played and old. I kinda liked the melodies, relaxing, gentle, and I thought I liked I believe - until I read the lyrics. Guys - It'e NEVER too late to believe!
The Who
3/5
Wow, that's a long album. Has some big hits, lots of misses. Don't know how we used to listen to this all the way through.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
3/5
I liked it. Made me want to listen to more, so I checked out their next album 'Show your Bones'. May even listen to some others!
Tim Buckley
2/5
I don't think I've ever listened to Tim Buckley before. This wasn't bad, not sure I'm coming back to it, but it was a good listen.
Can
4/5
Well ... THAT was different! And in a good way! It kinda reminded me of Pink Floyd's Ummagumma - kinda. Nice background music while working away on Photoshop. I'll be back for more of this!
Prince
2/5
I try, I really try to like Prince. This didn't help!
Metallica
1/5
interesting, but it gets old fast.
King Crimson
5/5
Finally - some good music! What an incredible 'first' album! Something completely different at the time! Still works for me today!
Booker T. & The MG's
4/5
Green Onions, boy, I remember that one. So cool, my brother and his little garage band played it ... memories ... so cool. The rest of it isn't bad either.
The Cure
2/5
Never was a Cure fan, and this one started out okay, but the more it went on, the more I didn't like it. I made it all the way, but won't be listening to it again.
Funkadelic
4/5
Wow, not what I was expecting! I liked all of this - except the last song, Wars of Armageddon. But starting with Maggot Brain - the guitar work, just good music. Will be coming back to hear more from this group.
Lauryn Hill
1/5
I remember the hype about this one, and listening to it again, I don't think it held up well.
Muddy Waters
4/5
Some good stuff here. Hoochie Coochie Man, Got my Mojo Working, Baby Please Don't Go ... when I hear live albums like this from way back,I can just imagine being there!
Franz Ferdinand
2/5
Can't believe it's 20 years old. Has some good stuff on it, but not going on my playlist.
John Grant
2/5
never heard of him, not adding to MY. list ...
Couldn't bring myself to listen, I don't like 'em .. and reading reviews, I didn't miss anything.
Creedence Clearwater Revival
5/5
I like it!
Public Enemy
1/5
A lot of people like this stuff ... I'm not one of them. Made it about half-way through.
Bruce Springsteen
2/5
It was okay, but I didn't make it all the way through. I used to like him, but not anymore ...
Simon & Garfunkel
2/5
Everybody loves some Simon and Garfunkel. And there's only SOME songs on here to love.
The Strokes
1/5
I don't know about this one ... I made it through to the last song, Take it or leave it and decided I'd leave it.
Stan Getz
4/5
Oh my ... so good. Ya never know what you're going to get with jazz, but this was perfect for my morning listen!
Steely Dan
2/5
I was a fan, liked their music because it was a little different, but - now I just can't. Maybe because a few of their songs get so much airplay on the 'classic rock' stations, every time they come on - I switch the channel.
The Rolling Stones
5/5
Finally - some good music here! One great song after another. And if you ever see them, you will hear a couple from this album. Such a good band, live - even better!
Sade
4/5
Nice. Smooth. Beautiful music.
Portishead
4/5
Loved it.
Nick Drake
2/5
It was okay. Probably won't be looking him up for future listening.
CHIC
2/5
Disco in the morning? I wasn't ready!!! This has a couple of good songs, and they do seem to be too long, but maybe that was to keep us dance, dance, dancin'.
Doves
3/5
Not bad! Don't think I've ever heard of Doves before, and will have to check out their other albums.
Massive Attack
3/5
Love Massive Attack, but I'm glad I heard Mezzanine before listening to this.
Mylo
1/5
It's a no for me. Didn't make it through this one ... why is it on the list?
Wu-Tang Clan
1/5
NOPE!
Fela Kuti
3/5
not bad, kinda interesting. Reminded me of something ... Groove Collective maybe?
Slint
1/5
To me, this was boring. I'm starting to wonder who made this list?!
Roxy Music
2/5
not bad, but something about it, maybe the guys voice, not a fan.
Metallica
4/5
Not a Metallica fan, but wow, I like this! What, 4 or 5 songs that were hits from one album? Will listen again!
Led Zeppelin
5/5
What a way to start something, Led Zeppelin! 1st album! And finally, one album that, no doubt about it, belongs on this list.
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
1/5
Never was a fan. And still not after listening to this.
Saint Etienne
3/5
Love it.
Deee-Lite
2/5
Interesting, but not going on my playlist
Eurythmics
3/5
interesting. But Sweet Dreams is the best, and I liked This city never sleeps.
Marvin Gaye
4/5
Marvin Gaye.
What’s going on.
Nuff said.
Nirvana
3/5
Couple of good songs, couple of songs(?) of someone yelling at me.
Baaba Maal
2/5
Nice background music for working in Photoshop, but ... way too long. wore out its welcome after the album's titular song.
Derek & The Dominos
3/5
So, what is it, the absolute best - or complete bore? I bought this album when it came out, and probably listened to the whole thing once. Then, since it was 4 sides - only listened to side one and side four. Too much, too long.
The Coral
1/5
why - why is this on the list? I'd give it no stars if I could.
Pixies
3/5
Started out loud, like I wasn't going to like it, but settled down a touch, and enjoyed listening. Still - won't run out to buy it!
Aretha Franklin
4/5
I don't know why I don't have any of her albums. This was wonderful.
Khaled
1/5
Nope. Kinda like the music, but - not his singing.
ZZ Top
5/5
Love it.
Leonard Cohen
1/5
sorry - not in the mood for this.
Simon & Garfunkel
4/5
For some reason, I didn't want to listen to this. Maybe some overplayed songs on classic rock radio? IDK, but I did listen, and it's as good as ever. Great song after great song ... they were the best.
Moby
2/5
I like Moby. But this album felt more repetitive than I remembered, and went on way too long. Guess fro me - it didn't age well.
Ice Cube
1/5
no thank you.
Talking Heads
1/5
The album featured the band's first top-thirty single, a cover of Al Green's "Take Me to the River".
Venom
1/5
You ever look at an album cover and say I don't need to listen to that? I just did.
Talking Heads
2/5
I listened. Still do not like the singing. at all.
Prince
2/5
I don't know what to think about this. Some good, some meh. He definitely has done some epic stuff, but this, to me, isn't one.
Supertramp
5/5
Love it. Love the sound of Supertramp.
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
1/5
not a fan
D'Angelo
2/5
Well it was smooth, and not too bad to listen to. The falsetto gets old though, and Shit, Damn, Motherfucker? Really?
B.B. King
5/5
That was wonderful. One of those - I wish I was there - kind of albums.
Joni Mitchell
2/5
I guess you have to be in the mood to listen to this. I wasn't.
Foo Fighters
3/5
Liked it, except for Weenie Bernie and Watershed, where it's just a screaming mess.
CHIC
2/5
8 minutes of Good Times. Wore me out! The second song, A warm summers night was a nice, smooth song. Then more disco and stuff that just didn't work for me.
Janet Jackson
5/5
Loved it. All good, and some really great songs on here. I remember when it came out - I fell in Love with Janet!
Led Zeppelin
5/5
Classic! The best! Every song! I remember we couldn't WAIT for their new albums to come out, and they never disappointed us.
U2
1/5
nO u2 thank you. I tried, but it's not for me.
The Last Shadow Puppets
3/5
Well, at first listen, I wasn't liking it. But I gave it another shot a day later, and I'm okay with it. Kind of a throw back to earlier days, dreamy, has a lot of reverb going on. IDK, will probably listen again.
Soft Cell
1/5
No way - thank you
Q-Tip
2/5
It wasn't bad - but it wasn't good. Just not my thing, I guess.
Elvis Presley
4/5
I liked this. I liked the bluesy sound. Glad I listened to it. By this time in 1969, I was finding my own musical path, and Elvis wasn't on it any more. Maybe because he was so mainstream, or maybe because Mom liked him? IDK, but he WAS a part of growing up, and added to my musical background.
John Lennon
5/5
Lot of haters on this 'album a day' thing. Imagine is huge! And there are some other great songs here. Not on my daily must listen to list, but come on ...
Frank Zappa
5/5
Did not realize this was almost ALL instrumental. I started listening to The Mothers of Invention with 'we're only in it for the money.' Drove my sister nuts! But it's been hit or miss with Frank, some outstanding stuff and some not so much. THIS is pure magic. I love when he just plays, and that's what you get with this.
Fiona Apple
3/5
I listen to these albums the first thing in the morning as I start my work at home day. This was a pleasant enough way to start the day. Don't think it's ever going to be in any regular rotation though ...
N.E.R.D
3/5
Never heard of them, but I kinda like it. Pharrell Williams is pretty creative, and I did not know this was his project, and with Lenny kravitz on a couple of songs? Not bad. I'm not sure I'll remember this, but it's good to have options. Had to listen to it again before writing this, so ...
My Bloody Valentine
1/5
Nope. I couldn't listen to the whole thing.
Morrissey
1/5
I don't know, I've tried, but I just don't care for him.
Peter Gabriel
5/5
So - Peter Gabriel is that good! I was listening to the anniversary edition, and after a while I thought this wasn't right. It's way too long. I didn't realize they had 3 'discs' on the 25th anniversary deluxe edition, which to me made it .. well, lets' just say different. It went on too long for me. SO - I listened again, just the original album, and it's perfect as is. No need to add tracks. He's amazing!
Bob Dylan
4/5
I like this one from Bob. I actually bought this album at the time it came out. Has some really good songs on it.
Rush
1/5
I don't know. Is it his voice? I just never got into them. Have to pass on them ... again.
Lupe Fiasco
1/5
Sorry, didn't make it past the 3rd song. It's a no for me.
Antony and the Johnsons
1/5
Interesting, but no.
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
3/5
It was okay, but the standout is Breakdown, then Mystery man. The rest is ... eh.
Michael Jackson
3/5
This has some classics on it, but they aren't what I was remembering them to be. Sounds really dated and some are just /// Bad.
Mudhoney
1/5
Someone said they made it through 5 tracks ... how?
3/5
The only U2 album (CD or cassette?) I ever bought. And the last. Some good stuff on here, but Bono! Over does it again.
Norah Jones
4/5
Nice way to start the day
Beck
4/5
I like it. Glad to have friends that listened to it, back in the day, and shared it with me. At the time I thought, Beck - sure - but WE had JEFF BECK! Nobody can come close to that. But this was just ... different, and I'm glad to have it in my history.
4/5
Certainly one of the best, with a lot of familiar songs on it. Bowie was on a roll here, and this album was a regular on our turntable.
Screaming Trees
3/5
Pleasantly surprised. Never heard of them, and was really expecting some ... screaming. But it wasn't like that at all. Not sure I'll come back to this, but ya never know ...
The Triffids
1/5
I tried. But it's a no for me.
Sufjan Stevens
3/5
Pretty good, a little long, but nice to work to.
Paul Simon
3/5
I mean .... It's Paul Simon! Some great songs here, but It's not something I would go to my musical closet of choice, to pull out and put on the player. I enjoyed it, nice easy to listen to.
Earth, Wind & Fire
3/5
Started out strong, liked the first three songs, but then it kinda fell apart for me. I was wondering if it was the same group. But, they are a great band, and brought us some great music.
Japan
2/5
It was okay. Started out interesting, but faded fast.
The Saints
1/5
started. but got distracted by DAVID GILMOUR. He released his new album today LUCK and STRANGE. Just not going to finish whatever it was I was listening to.
Beatles
5/5
Simply the best. But hey, I was there when they came out and took the world by storm. I mean, hit after hit after hit on this album alone! Only one song that I was not very familiar with (when I get home) off of this thing. The rest are all classic Beatles and just great music. 10 stars!
Eminem
1/5
Sorry Slim, it's a no for me.
Solomon Burke
3/5
That was enjoyable! I will have to check out some of his other albums.
1/5
One, maybe 2 songs worth my time here. Had to skip through a bunch. Outro said it best ... fu*k Limp Bizkit, man ...
AC/DC
2/5
The band's first album to feature lead singer Brian Johnson, following the death of previous lead singer Bon Scott. And to me, that is the problem with AC/DC. I can't stand that guys voice! There are a couple of classics here that I can get through, but over all - I can't.
Charles Mingus
4/5
Mingus ... I've listened to some of his music before, it's been a while. This was a good experience. Like a movie soundtrack sometimes, not so crazy. I'll come back to this one, and try more of Charlie Mingus in the future.
Stan Getz
4/5
Very nice! A nice way to start the day, it did get a little long in the middle of it, but still would go back to this again!
Sly & The Family Stone
3/5
So many people give this a 5! I remember buying this and being disappointed with it, after seeing them play back in the day. And revisiting it today ... still tough for me to get through. Family Affair - great, but the rest? I give it a 3, but I don't need to come back to it.
Fever Ray
4/5
I liked The Knife, so of course I liked this. Great way to start the day!
Cat Stevens
4/5
I liked it. It's one I bought when it came out, we all listened, sang along. It was good fun!
Dire Straits
4/5
So I didn't know that Sultans of Swing was on their first album. Because Ive never listened to their first album before. It was quite good, I enjoyed it and may even come back to it later.
Fleetwood Mac
3/5
We bought this as a CD, mainly for the song Tusk. I didn't remember most of the rest, and after listening today, I can see why. Of the 20 songs, there may be three that I would listen to again. Sarah, Sisters of the moon and Tusk. The rest ... IDK ... but the last song is Never Forget. But I will.
Jorge Ben Jor
2/5
Well, I think it started out okay, had some good tunes I could get into, but after a while it kinda fell apart for me. Maybe just too much of the same thing? Don't think I will be coming back to it.
Queen
2/5
Oh my ... what was that? Other than Killer Queen this is totally forgettable - for me. I see it gets many 5s, but are they just giving 5s because it's Queen? I can see how this album is a stepping stone for their incredible sound, but I'm just glad they survived after putting this out!
Sam Cooke
2/5
It's All Right. But this whole thing seems a little rushed. No space between songs, trying really hard to get a sing-along going. Usually I hear a live recording like this, and wish I was there, but not this time. I also check out the artist for other recordings, and I found that the next year, 1964, he has another live album .... Sam Cooke At The Copa. Now THAT is one I wish I was in the audience. This one, not so much, Sorry Sam.
The Zombies
4/5
Some crazy stories about the Zombies. This, to me is very 68 sounding, like what everyone was playing in garage bands, all trying to be so cool. But as I listened, I couldn't believe how different it all sounded. Each song was like a different band. And I wondered - how the hell did they come up with 'Time of the season' out of all those different sounds! It was completely different from the rest of the album. And I am so completely happy that someone believed in them enough to make it happen. Because it's such a great song. 4 out of 5 because there were a couple of stinkers in there and Time of the season is a 5 all by itself!
R.E.M.
2/5
I listened to a few songs, but just wasn't feeling it, so I quit.
Emmylou Harris
3/5
It was okay. Truth ... I had to stop about half way through, it was a little bland. Don't get me wrong, I love Emmylou. She's beautiful, talented, and the voice is wonderful. But I started it back up the next day, and really enjoyed the rest of the album.
The Birthday Party
1/5
It has received critical acclaim. Yeah, I bet it was ALL critical. Who in the _____ would listen to this? No way I could sit and listen to it. 1001 albums I must listen to? It's a joke, right? This does not deserve a star - at all.
Willie Nelson
5/5
LOVED it. This came out about the time I saw him at one of his 4th of July picnics. Good times!
The Police
3/5
Not bad, I guess ... Message in a bottle and Walking on the moon were familiar, the rest not so much. It was okay, but won't be coming back to it.
The Avalanches
1/5
come on ... you're kidding, right?
The Roots
1/5
It's The Roots! And ... I didn't like it. There may be a couple of songs that actually sound like songs on here, but I just don't like or understand rap. I know - but they are on The Tonight Show. Maybe I like 'em there because it's Mostly just the band?
Frank Ocean
3/5
In the reviews, it states: Noted by writers as musically unconventional ... boy, I'll say! But it was SO unconventional that I couldn't stop listening to it! Not sure I'll be back to it, but it made for some easy background, work music.
Genesis
4/5
I believe I bought this one. A really good album, nice to visit it again. Give it 4 stars, there may be a couple of songs on here that don't fit in, and makes the whole album a little too long.
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
3/5
I don't know .. there are some good songs on here, but Neil Young just bugs me. Is it his whiney voice? Like I said, IDK what to think about this one. I do like the opening and closing songs ... and powder finger .... but I wouldn't run out to buy it.
Björk
4/5
I like it. Most of it anyway. And it's good music to have in the background while working. Really liked Come to me!
Don McLean
2/5
Well, that was interesting! Everyone remembers American Pie, but the rest of it? Get ready for sad songs, because album this has 'em. Not saying that's a bad thing, it's just not MY thing!
Dizzee Rascal
1/5
"one of the most acclaimed records of 2003 and went on to win the Mercury Prize for best album from the UK and Ireland".
ARE YOU F'ING KIDDING ME ....
It was painful , and NO ONE MUST HEAR this.
STOP DAT!
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2/5
It was okay, got a little long - being two albums - and I didn't really hate it, but I didn't really like it either.
Linkin Park
2/5
It's got some good and familiar songs, but a lot of stinkers on it too. And I always start my day with this list, and I really don't like being yelled at in the morning! Thank you.
Joni Mitchell
3/5
It's Joni! It was a pleasant album to listen to, brings back a lot of memories, but I soured on Joni after seeing her concert in Houston. She was in a bad mood, and took it out on the crowd. Never forgot that, and quit listening to her after it.
Johnny Cash
3/5
Johnny Cash .... Some good songs here, and some TBH, not so much. Last album by him, so we know his voice wasn't quite the same. Still - undeniably Johnny Cash!
The Jesus And Mary Chain
3/5
Well that was a pleasant surprise! I don't know what I expected, but it wasn't this. I might have to come back to it.
New Order
2/5
It was okay, but never understood the hype about this band. okay, but not for me.
Dr. Dre
1/5
I saw this and said to myself ... oh no! And sure enough, I was right. The lyrics, if you can call them lyrics, are trash. If I could get this without all the nasty lyrics, I'd might enjoy it. But as it is, it should not be on any must listen to list. No.
Kate Bush
4/5
A pleasant surprise ... I don't think I've ever really listened to Kate Bush. And for once the 1001 Albums you must hear before you die, does something I think it was intended to do ... introduce us to good music we might otherwise overlook. Thing is, after having to listen to Dr. Dre ... I don't really believe that. But this one - worked! It started out okay, but got better and better. And after listening to it, I went on to some of her other albums. I will be adding her to my favorites list.
Yes
5/5
Wonderful album. Been a fan since my friend Randy Kolb introduced them to me in the 70s. Saw them at the Arie Crown Theater in Chicago, March 21, 1972. Great album!
Neil Young
1/5
I'm sorry, I just couldn't. This is the third? Neil Young album, and I started it, but just can't finish it. So I listened to Dweezil Zappa instead. At least he can sing!
The KLF
4/5
Well THAT was interesting! And in a good way. Never heard of the KLF! Not on Spotify, so I had to look for it, but it was worth it. The songs are good, it's different, and some get a little weird. Somewhere in a review they said to look for Justified and Ancient video. Wow - that was good. Was that Tammy Wynette? Yes - yes it was. vewy intewesting!
Bob Dylan
4/5
It's Bob Dylan ... it has some greats stuff ... and stuff you want to skip over. Because his voice is awful. Because of the greats I give it 4 stars, but I had to skip a few ....
Nine Inch Nails
3/5
Has some good songs, but mostly just an angry soul yelling at me. Not what ya want to hear first thing in the morning! 'A warm Place' was a pleasant surprise!
David Holmes
3/5
Not bad, good background music to have on while working ...
The The
2/5
Not bad, may came back to it. May not ...
Einstürzende Neubauten
2/5
Weird. Noise.
Paul Simon
3/5
Well ... I wasn't excited about listening to this, but it was a good listen, better than I thought it would be. And I love reading the reviews. Everything from 5 star, best album ever, to If I could give it a minus, I would - hated it. And appropriation is mentioned often. People, if we don't share ideas and learn things from each other ... how we gonna grow? Sit back and listen to it, geez!
Dusty Springfield
2/5
It was okay, but I don't think I'll be running back to it.
Bill Evans Trio
2/5
A little - goes a long way. Although I like this type of music, I like it in smaller doses, I guess. This was way too much, for way too long.
M.I.A.
1/5
I want my money back!
Pulp
2/5
interesting, and might have been good at the time, but I'm not going to invest any more time with this one.
Paul McCartney and Wings
5/5
Great music, once again by Sir Paul McCartney.
Dire Straits
5/5
wow. I am familiar with many songs on this album. I'm pretty sure I have the CD somewhere! But what a great listen ... Why Worry! So freakin' good! I don't know what I was expecting, but I am so glad this was on the list!
Curtis Mayfield
2/5
Smooth operator ... Loved Curtis back in the day, I think I even have this album somewhere ... IDK, though, his voice can get to ya after a while. I know there's some good songs on here, but it's not going to be on my must listen list.
Traffic
5/5
Man, take me back! This is so good! I'm Feelin' Alright!
The Divine Comedy
2/5
Well that was different. Kinda like someone trying to be Frank Sinatra, but missing by a mile.
Willie Nelson
5/5
Beautiful. All of it. Everything about it.
Supergrass
3/5
not bad .... I'd heard a different album of theirs before ... this was different.
The Stranglers
2/5
Well .... some good bass, I like the organ, some good tunes, but ... I shouldn't have looked up the lyrics.
"Princess Of The Streets"
She's gone and left me
I don't know why ...
I do ...
Count Basie & His Orchestra
5/5
Never heard tis one before, and I'm glad it was on the list. Great album!
Grateful Dead
2/5
Only a couple of tunes with listening to on this one ... Sugar Magnolia and Truckin'. Never understood the draw these guys had on so many, but I never saw them live. Like some reviewers mentioned, maybe the acid helped!
Metallica
1/5
ugh! Now I have a headache!
Lynyrd Skynyrd
5/5
A debut album with: "Gimme Three Steps", "Simple Man", "Tuesday's Gone", and "Free Bird"? That's some kind of start! Just good music! Puts ya in a good mood.
Radiohead
5/5
I'll just say - I like it! And I'll listen to it again! And I'll listen to the rest of their albums!
Gene Clark
2/5
Not impressed. Not sure I want to delve deeper into anything he's done, but may give a listen to see if it ever got better.
The Police
4/5
With the first song ... such a fast tempo, I thought I wasn't going to like this album. Thankfully they settled down, and it became quite nice. I enjoyed the album after getting through the first song.
Beck
4/5
Not bad, Mr. Beck. Not bad.
Jimmy Smith
5/5
I liked it! And I will be checking out the rest of Jimmy Smith's albums. Good stuff!
Leftfield
2/5
I was lying it ... but it's too much sameness. And then I looked and there are TWO DISCS???? no thank you .... next!
Stephen Stills
3/5
IDK, man, this is really good at times, but not always. I guess the thing with double albums is ya gotta have some filler! Lot of songs on here come in under 3 minutes or under. Which does make it go by faster. Probably not coming back to this one.
Mj Cole
1/5
It might have been ground breaking at the time, but ... now ... it's a no for me. Couldn't get through it.
Nirvana
4/5
I like this acoustic - unplugged version of Nirvana.
The Band
5/5
Love this, such good music. Not my daily go-to, but I will be listening to it again. I know The Weight is overplayed on Sirius radio, but the rest of the album deserves to be heard too!
The Divine Comedy
1/5
Well? What can ya say? He wants to be a crooner, like Frank, but ... can you imagine Frank Sinatra singing those lyrics? Come on man ...
Jeru The Damaja
1/5
I think I want a new list.
Boston
4/5
Boston was never. a favorite of mine, but ya gotta admit, this album has the hits!
Louis Prima
4/5
Loved it. Nice change of pace, always try and imagine life back then.
Youssou N'Dour
1/5
Well ... I liked Louis Prima and said I liked the change of pace ... but this ... is a little much. First couple okay, then it becomes really repetitive, and not fun. Some other reviewer said it - the instrumentals are good, but his voice wears on you, and not in a good way.
LCD Soundsystem
2/5
eh .. its okay.
Yes
5/5
Some of the best music from that time period. Yes and Emerson Lake and Palmer!
The Rolling Stones
3/5
Got some good stuff on here. also has some not so good stuff. But still worth the listen!
John Prine
5/5
One of the best!
Tom Waits
3/5
It was okay - I like to imagine me being in a little club watching and listening to this. Funny that it was kinda faked, and done in a studio. Still invokes thoughts of the way it used to be. somewhere.
The Cardigans
1/5
I tried. Was about to quit and found the one song worth anything (Lovefool) before giving up and moving on.
Radiohead
4/5
I liked it ....
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
2/5
Please - no more Neil Young! I listened - to most of it. And there are a couple of songs on here that are worth listening to, but no, it's not something I needed to hear
Muddy Waters
5/5
I wasn't sure, so I had to listen again! ;-)
The Jam
1/5
It's a no for me.
Tom Waits
2/5
Almost didn't make it through the first song ... in fact, I skipped ahead after only a minute in. The rest wasn't so bad. But, He's not going on my list of must listen to's ...
Jack White
3/5
Wasn't bad. Has some good stuff on it. I like it overall, there are a few songs I would skip, but I'd come back to this for more listening.
Kraftwerk
3/5
I like Kraftwerk, had a couple of their albums. They were WAY ahead of their time! Good listen!
Slipknot
1/5
Nope.
The Dandy Warhols
4/5
Well here's a surprise, and in a nice way - I liked this one! Never really listened to them before, and this ... was good. Will come back again!
The Specials
1/5
It started out sounding like it could be fun, but got old real quick. Not for me, and I won't be checking out any more of The Specials.
DJ Shadow
4/5
Love me some DJ Shadow. It does get a little long and repetitive in parts, but still good to come back to once in a while.
Beatles
5/5
Finally - The Beatles! And some GOOOD music! Loved it when it came out - love it now.
PJ Harvey
2/5
Well, this started out as a pleasant surprise. I liked it ... up until about the 7th song, then it fell apart for me. Her voice, something, just didn't work any more, and it never got better.
Madonna
4/5
Well, I was about to say I'm not a fan. A lot of songs on this are .. not to my liking. And I actually stopped after number 5 (Amazing), but started again for Nobody's Perfect, which wasn't bad. I made it to Paradise (Not for Me), and loved it. Gone wan't bad either. But I actually added Paradise to my liked list. Giving it 4 stars just for that one song.
Beatles
5/5
Yay, The Beatles! Sit back, relax, and enjoy. I remember when the Beatles were putting out records ... couldn't wait to see what was next for/from them. This is one of the best.
Green Day
3/5
Wasn't too bad, better than I expected.
The Modern Lovers
1/5
Nope! Couldn't make it through this.
The National
2/5
Wasn't bad, listened to the whole thing. Probably not going on my list to come back to.
Syd Barrett
1/5
Wow, that was tough. He may have been a Genius, maybe, but by this time in his life, someone should have just said no.
5/5
Hmmmmmm, I started listening to this - deluxe edition, and something was off. So I went to the original from 1972. 3 songs. 37 minutes, 42 seconds. Now THAT'S the way I remember it. Beautiful from beginning to end. Saw them at the Aire Crown in Chicago on this tour, and it was magical. Thank you Randy Kolb for introducing me to this band, way back when!
XTC
4/5
Some good music here ... I even marked one as a favorite (sacrificial Bonfire) so I could come back again. Also listened to some earlier stuff ... not as good .. so overall it was a good listen.
Bon Jovi
2/5
Man, he had some good hits from this album, but man, I got tired of him yelling at me by the end of it. Even had to skip through a couple of them.
Isaac Hayes
5/5
I like it, I like it a lot. It's one of his I bought when it came out.
The Clash
1/5
Not today, Mr. Clash. Couldn't listen to the whole thing.
Scott Walker
1/5
Nope.
Hot Chip
3/5
Not bad. I didn't like the first few songs, but it got better as it went along. More like their earlier stuff.
Magazine
1/5
no for me. Goldfinger ... is that a joke? terrible.
Pixies
2/5
Almost quit listening, but made it through. It was okay, but won't be marking this as a favorite.
Blur
2/5
Almost quit listening, but made it through. It was okay, but won't be marking this as a favorite.
T. Rex
4/5
I liked it. HAs some really nice songs on it. I'd listen again, maybe pick a couple to fav.
Manic Street Preachers
1/5
Never heard of them, but I listened ... Now I don't have to do that again.
King Crimson
5/5
Yea! Some good music for a change!
5/5
The Beatles, some of the best music ever created.
Jeff Buckley
3/5
Never heard it before ... I liked it.
Terence Trent D'Arby
3/5
never heard it before ... and I liked most of it.
Christine and the Queens
1/5
4 songs in and I'm done. Then I look and see TWO DISCS? TWENTY-THREE songs? Nope!
Dwight Yoakam
3/5
Not usually a country music fan, but I like some. This wasn't bad.
Led Zeppelin
5/5
Some of the best music ever made.
Beck
3/5
Not bad. Not what I expected. Guess I should read up on these albums before I listen. didn't know it was after a break-up.
Alice In Chains
2/5
Not one I needed to hear before ... you know ...
The Soft Boys
2/5
I was listening to it, and it was okay. But it kept going ... and going ... and ... I checked ... FORTY SONGS? I'm sorry, I just can't ....
Neil Young
2/5
I don't know what to think about this guy. We sang his songs, back in the day, he has written some great songs over the years. But that voice ...
Common
1/5
Well, I listened to it, except of the last song. I quit that one. Don't feel any better for it though.
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
5/5
Awesome album, the best.
Elastica
3/5
Wasn't bad, I listened to the whole thing. I did 'like' Car Song, and may have to come back.
Holger Czukay
1/5
Nope.
Sister Sledge
1/5
Sure seemed like a REALLY long album. It just dragged on and on. I mean, I made it through, and was familiar with "We are family", but that couldn't save this one. And then tack on 4 horrible remixes ...
Sex Pistols
1/5
Never mind is right ... I listen to these albums in the morning, and this was no way to start the day. I knew I was in for it when I saw the name, but thought maybe I could get through it. I couldn't.
Minutemen
1/5
Out of 43 songs, the 4th song, Cohesion is a good listen. It's because there is no singing on it.
Madness
2/5
interesting ... but it's not going on my list.
Frank Black
1/5
This list ... this 'Must listen to' ... He's pranking us, isn't he.
Dolly Parton
3/5
I don't think I've ever listened to a Dolly Parton album before! This wasn't a bad experience either! Her voice is so sweet, and she's quite a writer! I may have to listen to more of her albums. She certainly has enough (80?) to listen to!
The Who
2/5
ONE song out of 30! How on earth did they ever make it big? Don't get me wrong, I liked a lot of their stuff ... but man, this was tough to get through. In fact ... I didn't!
Mike Oldfield
1/5
Well ... starts out quite nicely, but not crazy about the ending. And that's just the first song! The second song wasn't as good, and then there were two short songs that should not have been included.
Cream
5/5
One of the best! Such good music from a really great time to be alive!
Garbage
5/5
Debut Album? Did not know that, but no matter ... it's good! This could be/should be somewhere in my regular rotation. I did have the pleasure of seeing them in concert, with my daughter!!!
Beatles
5/5
An amazing album. And one I don't listen to often enough! 5 stars from me ... more if I had them!
Public Enemy
1/5
It's a no, thank you.
Johnny Cash
5/5
I think a way to tell if an album is good (or a concert) ... is that it's over before you want it to be. I was enjoying it so much, I didn't realize it was over ...
Jane's Addiction
1/5
Sorry - didn't make it through the whole thing. I'm getting picky in my old age, and I didn't like it.
Deerhunter
3/5
Not bad ... I listened to the whole thing, then went looking for more. Like - what else have they done? Good music to listen to while working.
Air
5/5
Great music to work to. Or drive. Or just about anything. Nice relaxing, pour me another one.
The Allman Brothers Band
5/5
Beautiful music.
Wild Beasts
2/5
I liked it - after getting used to that voice! Almost stopped it, but kept going. It turned out to be good background music for my work day. I also went and listened to some other stuff of theirs. not bad. Not going to be a regular listener, but could come back to it someday.
Lambchop
3/5
I kinda liked it. Never heard of 'em. Weird at first, not crazy about the guys voice, but it grew on me. Even went to listen to other albums of theirs. Will be back!
Janelle Monáe
4/5
Loved it. Glad to have seen her in Houston a few years ago, quite a show. And this album made me goo look for more! She's good!
Radiohead
4/5
I liked it, and it made me seek out more, so I listened to the album Kid A, which was from the same session as this. Very creative musicians, great listening.
Primal Scream
5/5
Totally did not expect THAT! With a name like that, I expected ... screaming! What a pleasant surprise to actually have some great music instead! It was so good, I listened to it twice. I will be back!
Elis Regina
4/5
Not bad, Miss Elis! I like your sound, and want to hear more from you.
Nirvana
3/5
Well, it has some great songs on it, but also has some that should never have been included. Like Endless, Nameless ....
Joan Armatrading
2/5
Joan, I tried. It was okay, but nothing I want to revisit.
The Byrds
3/5
Well I didn't see that coming! From Eight Miles High to this? It was a good listen, but totally unexpected from the Byrds - for me.
fIREHOSE
3/5
Well that wasn't too bad. As it started, I thought it might be a pass on this one, but as it went further into the album, it got better as it went. Not saying this will be in my daily listening schedule, but it was a decent collection of songs.
Bad Brains
1/5
Nope! Not a way to start the day. I - say no to this.
OutKast
1/5
Started to listen - but Pink Floyd just released Live at Pompeii. Bye!
Metallica
1/5
Lot of 5 star reviews on this one. But not from me. After 4 songs, I stopped it. Just not for me.
Def Leppard
3/5
After yesterday's Metallica - which I did not like - I thought, oh no, here we got again. But to my surprise, I liked this. Not what I expected, and that's a good thing. Listened to it all the way through. Not saying it's going in my regular rotation ...
Elbow
4/5
Never heard of 'em before. I like it. Made me listen a couple of times, and look at some of their other music. I'll be back to this one.
De La Soul
1/5
I tried. I thought it was different. But after a while I had to stop it. It's a no for me.
The Smiths
2/5
Not a Smith's fan - Morrissey - what is it about him? I made it through this album, which is something, because if I can't stand it, I usually stop. so 2 stars for that.
Marvin Gaye
1/5
yeah - no my favorite from Marvin. Just sounds like it's missing something.
Basement Jaxx
1/5
There MAY be one good song on here.
The Monkees
3/5
Made the mistake of starting to listen to Headquarters sessions. Interesting but I don't need to hear individual tracking, or what goes on in the studio. Now the album Headquarters (deluxe edition) was much more of a pleasant experience. Those guys had such a weird history, it's amazing they became such good musicians. Long album (36 songs) but a good way to start the day!
Eminem
1/5
Childish. Like some say, the beats are there, but those lyrics ...
The Offspring
3/5
Not bad .... I thought I wasn't going to like any of it, but turns out I knew more songs on here than I remembered. Some got a bit loud, but over all ... I'll listen again.
Kraftwerk
2/5
Well, It was good background music for working, probably good for driving too. The song was too long really, but I did like the other songs. interesting, but probably won't be visiting it again though.
Roxy Music
2/5
Never got into Roxy Music - it was okay - better than I thought it would be.
Tim Buckley
1/5
Well - it started out okay. Kinda jazzy which I liked, but then it just got sad, which I didn't like. His voice is good, but ... IDK, too sad for me. Read his story, and that is sad too. He needed more happy in his life.
The Rolling Stones
5/5
5 stars. All day. Some GREAT music right here!
The Notorious B.I.G.
1/5
I mean ... The intro was hard to get through.
Afrika Bambaataa
1/5
I did NOT need to hear this.
David Gray
1/5
Wave goodbye! Another one on the list that I didn't NEED to hear!
Led Zeppelin
5/5
FINALLY! Some GOOD music. It's a five for me, loved every minute of it.
Tracy Chapman
3/5
A great debut album, thought she would be a big star. I read that she was very successful, but I don't remember any of her music. My bad.
The Bees
4/5
I think this is what 1001 albums is about - finding unique music that I had never heard before. I mean, it's great when I hear me some Led Zeppelin or something like that, but finding new music - yes please.
Elvis Costello
1/5
Not a fan.
The Beach Boys
4/5
So much good music on this one.
Arcade Fire
4/5
I enjoyed that - it's been a while since I listened to Arcade Fire, need to listen to some more!
3/5
Never heard this before, and I liked it. I have heard of XTC - even have one song in my favorites list, but this isn't available on Spotify.
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
It's JIMI -
I have to laugh -
who gives this LESS than a 5 -
This should be a 10.
The Beach Boys
5/5
Love it. Is is a coincidence that this pops up the day after Brian Wilson passed away? God only knows ...
The Killers
2/5
I liked it for a while - but it got a little long and lost me in the second half.
Janis Joplin
5/5
Oh my - Janice - gone to soon!
Belle & Sebastian
1/5
I've heard Bell and Sebastian before, and thought I liked it. Must be somewhere else, because this wasn't it.
Neneh Cherry
1/5
It might have been 'groundbreaking' at the time, but it's not working for me today. Sorry Neneh.
Adele
3/5
I'll admit - I kinda groaned when I saw this. But I listened, and enjoyed my time with her. Not a bad experience.
The Go-Go's
4/5
I like it! Female punk rock, lively for sure. Listened again and thought of the Ramones - female version. May be a stretch, but still a fun listen.
Van Halen
5/5
wow ... just wow. Just about every song! This will get ya moving!
Dinosaur Jr.
1/5
I never heard of this band, and now I know why.
Paul Weller
2/5
I started listening, and was unimpressed. Enough to seek out who IS Paul Weller, because I didn't recognize the name. Found out he was responsible for the Jam (also not my style) and The Style council! So I went and listened to my favorite 'Confessions of a Pop Group. I ,ay come back and listen to more of this album, but I doubt it.
1/5
I don't know what to say about this .... noise.
Snoop Dogg
2/5
I like Snoop Dogg's voice and the beats are good. This could be a very good album, but the lyrics and the over use of 'n***a', 'bitches' & 'muthafucker' are way too much. But I listened and didn't quit like I do for so many other albums on this crazy list. Won't be back to this one.
Miles Davis
4/5
Really is a cool album. Made me go looking for more Miles!
Big Star
3/5
This started out like I wasn't going to like it, but the longer I listened, the more I liked it. Not going on my 'must listen to list', but still - not bad.
The Replacements
1/5
okay, I didn't like it but I saw so many good reviews I started to listen to it again. First song was okay, but it went downhill fast. It's a no for me.
Killing Joke
3/5
I was shocked!!! It's not at all what I expected it to be, in fact ... I LIKED it!
Arctic Monkeys
2/5
This started out, like I wasn't going to like it, and wondering how they survived putting out an album like this. It did get better about half way through, and I could hear the band I'm more familiar with. If I was in a store, listening to this ... I would not have bought it.
Arcade Fire
2/5
I liked it ... but I shouldn't look at the lyrics.
Nick Drake
1/5
I see a lot of people like this. I'm not one. Maybe I'm just not in the mood for sad music? IDK, but didn't make it through this one.
Christina Aguilera
2/5
Well, I made it through. Truth - I stopped before the end of the first disc. But I picked it back up the next day on disc 2, and it was better. Still not going in my regular rotation of music I listen to. Two discs - too much.
Frank Sinatra
5/5
Love it! Has some GREAT songs on it, and Frank is always worth the listen. There are a couple of songs on here that show up on his 'Live at the Sands' album - which I believe is one of the best albums ever! So hearing them done again, in a slightly different way was a treat for me.
Bruce Springsteen
1/5
When I saw today's album, I was prepared to click DID NOT LISTEN. But I started it, to give it a chance ... and then called it quits, after just a couple of songs. It's a no for me.
Slipknot
1/5
How does this make a 'must listen to' list?
The Beach Boys
4/5
From slipknot one day (horrible) to The Beach Boys the next day. YEA BEACH BOYS! what a difference a day makes. Music I can listen to - and sing along!
The Zutons
2/5
Well, I started listening to this and thought, not bad! Will it be one I save to come back to? No. but at least it was an easy listen, and didn't make my ears bleed!
Sigur Rós
4/5
Great music to work to, or to do nothing to. I did freak a little though, I was listening to the 20th anniversary deluxe version, and saw 3 DISCS!!! By the time I was finished with the first one, I thought I'd had enough. But I came back, later, and started the second disc (live). And then the third. I'm a fan now.
Coldplay
3/5
I liked it. Has some good, familiar songs on it. But do I listen to it as a regular?
Fats Domino
3/5
Loved it. Took a while to find it - tried the YouTube link, but that was not correct, so looked some more, finally hit the ol Spotify button on top next to the YouTube button - wait - where'd it go? Well - IF you find it, you will like it. This one had about 6 of the 14 songs blocked out, so I couldn't hear the whole thing. But Fats Domino ... it's a yes for me!
Black Sabbath
5/5
Well - I was going to be listening to Black Sabbath today as a tribute to Ozzie. We just got the news yesterday, 7/22/25, that Ozzie had passed away, just a few weeks after his last concert, "Back to the Beginning." It was the band's first performance since their 2017 tour and was also the final live show before his death. RIP, Ozzie.
Peter Tosh
3/5
Not bad! I was a big Bob Marley fan, and really didn't listen to Peter Tosh. But it's got some good vibes going on, and he WAS at the beginning of the Wailers and wrote some of the biggest hits. So - relax and give it a listen.
The Smiths
1/5
Not something I NEED to hear.
Nas
1/5
No.
Slade
1/5
it's a no for me.
David Ackles
1/5
No. started but stopped. Not liking the guys voice. Not a must for me.
Soft Machine
5/5
Wow - I liked it. The first song was okay, but the second one ... I had to add it to my list of favorites. I had to investigate Soft Machine further, and now have a new band that is on my regular rotation for listening. I need to hear more of this stuff. Yea! Finally - a decent find on a list filled with some pretty awful music.
Queen
4/5
Well, they certainly did push the boundaries! I don't think I've ever listened to this whole album before. While it does have their biggest hit, it also has some really big flops. Back in the day, when you bought an album, you put it on and listened to the whole thing - all the way through. It gave you a better perspective of what the band was thinking. If I bought this - I don't think I would have made it to Bohemian Rhapsody. 3 or 4 great songs and a lot that are not so great. Give it 4 stars just for Bohemian Rhapsody.
Missy Elliott
1/5
After listening to this for 10 minutes, I have determined that this is an album that I DO NOT need to listen to before - anything!
Aphex Twin
3/5
That was good background music for working in Photoshop today. Some did get a bit repetitive, but it was a good day for this.
Jungle Brothers
1/5
I started listening - I stopped.
AC/DC
4/5
I wasn't sure about this ... I do NOT like the singer for AC/DC. But this wasn't bad. I read Bon Scott was lead singer at the time, but he died after this album was released. So sad, because I liked his voice. The next album - Back in Black - brought us Brian Johnson and was a big hit. But I just can't stand his voice - sorry.
Wilco
2/5
Don't know what it is about them, I just don't like 'em.
Tom Waits
3/5
I almost quit this one early. Even quit in the middle of a song. But I kept going, and I'm glad I did. The last half of this is wonderful. I may even listen to it again and mark one as a favorite.
David Bowie
3/5
I've never listened to this album, because Bowie really isn't my thing. But I made it through, and it wasn't bad! But I still don't think I'd go out and buy it.
The Psychedelic Furs
1/5
eh ... it's okay for a minute, but pretty repetitive after a while - it just isn't working for me.
MGMT
4/5
Loved it.
Ananda Shankar
1/5
Thanks - but no thanks.
The Mothers Of Invention
4/5
I like Frank. And there are some good songs on this one. But the album I grew up on was We're Only In It For The Money! Still - this rates at least 4 stars.
The Style Council
2/5
I was familiar with The Style Council, but had not heard this one. I was hooked on Confessions of a Pop Group from 1988 and played the heck out of it. This one started out like that, but it fell apart for me. I'd have to cherry pick just a couple of songs from this, and trash the rest.
Bob Marley & The Wailers
4/5
Love some Bob Marley! Went through a period where we bought anything that came out by them. Funny that other reggae music makers didn't quite do the same for us. Bob Marley just had it.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
1/5
Well, that was fun. I listened to about 3 songs before giving it the boot. As an album, I give it a no. I may be able to throw one song in my listening queue, but any more than that and I just Can't.
Brian Eno
4/5
I liked it. I didn't really know what to expect. Always thought Eno was new wavey stuff, not for me. But this surprised me. Many good thing on here. A few misses - but well worth the listen.
Dexys Midnight Runners
1/5
Well - I found one good song on here, number 3, 'The Teams That Meet in Caffs' (whatever THAT means). It has NO VOCALS! The horns are great throughout, but when that guy sings ... fuggetaboutit. And Then there's another disc??? No way. Not listening. Can't make me. It sucks.
Donovan
4/5
Always fun to go back to the peace and Love days of our lives. This was a fun trip down memory lane. Peace!
Pere Ubu
1/5
Are you kidding me? 1st song was the warning - this isn't going to go well. And it didn't. It's a big NO for me. Could not make it through this one.
Milton Nascimento
2/5
It started out well, but after four or five songs, it felt like I had been listening for hours instead of minutes. Couldn't go on, had to quit.
My Bloody Valentine
1/5
Experimenting with guitar vibrato, nonstandard tunings, digital samplers, and meticulous production methods .... and it shows. Horrible time listening to this. No fun at all.
Stevie Wonder
5/5
I didn't even have to listen to it, (but I did), to know this would be a five star experience. I bought this one when it came out, and love every minute of it.
Bad Company
5/5
Classic. A lot of good songs, and even better memories with this one.
The Blue Nile
2/5
It was okay. I mean, I made it through. But it's not going on my list to listen to again.
The Teardrop Explodes
1/5
Q magazine placed Kilimanjaro at number 95 in its list of the 100 Greatest British Albums Ever. Really? Did Q listen to it? It's a big NO for me.
1/5
They lied - this is NOT an album I must hear.
Kendrick Lamar
1/5
I'm starting to say no a lot more on here. I DO NOT need to hear this today or any other day.
Buena Vista Social Club
2/5
It was okay for a while. But after a while, it just drags on and on. A little too much for me. But I will still probably come back to this one, or one of their other albums, later.
Fugees
2/5
Well - like many others on this list, I quit after a few songs. Not a fan of the talking over each other and at the end of songs. Had some good beats, but the lyrics! Then I saw 'Killing me softly' and thought, let's give it a try. And I liked it! Better than Roberta Flack. And I saw 'No woman no cry' by Bob Marley. I liked that one too. Best two songs on here. cover songs.
Turbonegro
1/5
It was okay/tolerable for a while, but I couldn't make it all the way through.
1/5
I thought I would like this. I didn't.
2/5
Sorry Bob, only made it half way through. He's written some great songs, but I guess I have to be in the mood to listen. Today I wasn't.
The War On Drugs
2/5
Not bad, but sometimes I forgot who I was listening to, was this Dylan, or Springsteen? Both of which I don't care for. Just okay for me.
Love
3/5
Not bad. Takes me back to some smoke filled rooms though. Very hippy-ish, but, hey! That was cool, man.
Peter Frampton
5/5
Yes please. More like this. Brings back great memories, and it's just some great music.
Ali Farka Touré
2/5
well ... that wasn't horrible. It had some rough spots for me, almost stopped it, but I didn't - and made it through. It was okay playing in the background, but I'm not going to search for this to play again.
k.d. lang
2/5
An okay album. I listened to it all the way through, probably for the first time. Has some nice songs on it, but it's not really something I'm going to come back to.
Brian Wilson
3/5
Nice! I've never listened to this before, and I enjoyed it. Always nice to have The Beach Boys on in the background while you're playing or working or driving or ... whatever.
Baaba Maal
1/5
Interesting, but it's a no for me. His voice at the beginning was pretty annoying. It got a little better, but I'm not a fan of this.
Pink Floyd
5/5
Finally ... a 10 star Album.
808 State
4/5
I liked it. So much so that when it was over, I searched out more of their music. I spent the morning listening and working to their music. Very nice.
Frankie Goes To Hollywood
3/5
Pretty good. It's always fun to hear classic songs re-worked and included in new music. just using small samples of songs from the past and update them, I can't imagine how that all works ... but it does! # stars because this does go on a bit long, and some should have been left off.
Roxy Music
1/5
I really don't like the singer, Brian Ferry, on this. Brian Eno was keyboards and I don't have a problem with the instruments, just the singing.
Herbie Hancock
4/5
The whole album is hot, but my fave is ... Watermelon Man, come on.
The Charlatans
2/5
This was hard to tell. I liked some and didn't like some. Just when I thought I'd give up on it, they come with a pretty good song. It's almost like two bands here. so I don't know. May have to check out some of their other stuff ... later.
The La's
3/5
Not as bad as some are saying. It does have a kind of Beatles sound to it, so That can't be bad!
The Gun Club
1/5
Annoying. Made it through 6 of the 16 tracks. It's a no for me.
The Auteurs
1/5
No. It's not as bad as some of the rap crap you've put on this list, but it is pretty uninspiring. Didn't make it through the whole album. NEXT!
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
4/5
Classic. Brings back a lot of good memories. Just good music.
Mike Ladd
1/5
Couple of decent songs, but not enough to save this album. it's a no for me.
Fleet Foxes
3/5
Nice background music. Not sure it's going in my regular rotation though ... ok, it's not. But it was a pleasant listen.
Kings of Leon
2/5
The beginning almost made me quit, but it did get better later on. Still not gonna be in my playlist.
Iggy Pop
4/5
I like this. I've seen Iggy Pop once in Houston, but really never have been a fan, or listened to his music. I say, if I HAD listened to this when It came out, I probably would have been a fan sooner!
Pet Shop Boys
3/5
Way better than I thought it was going to be.
Oasis
2/5
I know they're supposed to 'it', but 11 songs on ONE disc and 16 on another? WAY too much at once for me.
Sebadoh
1/5
No - I didn't need to hear that before ... anything!
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
3/5
Not bad. Not bad at all. I've listened to them before, but not this album. I will come back to it, and will check out their other albums.
The Damned
2/5
IDK, It was okay, and I made it through. Did not like the song, Machine gun etiquette, but it got better after that. still - not going on my list.
Pet Shop Boys
2/5
Not bad. second Pet Shop Boys album in a short time span. I liked the other one.
Dead Kennedys
1/5
1st song - nope. second song - no way. 3rd song - nope. NEXT!
Adam & The Ants
1/5
It was okay for a little while, but grew old quick. Another album I didn't make it through.
Brian Eno
2/5
Not bad. Some I had to skip over, but mostly a good listen.
Keith Jarrett
4/5
Beautiful.
John Lee Hooker
3/5
I liked it. I liked that he played with some other famous musicians, then finishes it out with three of his own. Good music!
The Kinks
2/5
I like the Kinks, I really do. Bu this? I don't think was one of their best efforts.
The Cars
4/5
I didn't realize this was their first album. OR how many great songs came from this one album.
Cocteau Twins
4/5
I forgot how much I liked these guys. This was a really nice listen. I'll be back for more of this one.
Prince
2/5
Well, I listened to the whole thing. I've never been a Prince fan, and I really wanted to like this. But I don't. I know, I must be the only one, but I don't. I even tried some of his earlier stuff, and it's a no. I think it must be his constant falsetto that gets me. Sure his guitar stuff is great, but there's not enough of it. Purple Rain finally lets loose with the last 5 minutes of the song.
Red Snapper
3/5
I liked - most of this. There were a few they could have left off, but it was good background music to do some Photoshop work to. Will check out more of them after listening to this.
Michael Jackson
2/5
Yeah, well, that was okay ... some big hits to start us off, then a bunch of not so great songs that follow. Never was a big fan of his, but give him credit, he had some great songs in his career.
Donald Fagen
2/5
I used to like this. I used to like Steely Dan, too. Now, not so much. With Steely it may be over exposure on all the radio stations. This one just didn't age well.
Manic Street Preachers
1/5
Nope.
Pink Floyd
5/5
I can't believe there are people out there giving this a 1 star rating and calling it rubbish, and things I won't repeat. I say - go and take something for that!!! IT's a FIVE star album you idiots! So much here that the band built on, from the very first song Astronomy Domine to the last, Bike. Syd was a crazy genius, and set the 'controls' for the rest of the band. 5 stars on a premier album! and they just got better and better!
The Cure
1/5
Not a Cure fan before listening to this. NOT a cure fan now!
Thin Lizzy
2/5
I'm ONLY nine songs in, and I feel like I've been listening to it ALL day! Not a very lively live album.
R.E.M.
4/5
Pleasantly surprised! Not a R.E.M. fan, so I didn't know what to expect. Really nice music, easy to listen to, finally an album I must listen to that doesn't suck!
The Black Keys
4/5
Lot of haters in the review section. BUT I LIKED IT! I don't think I've ever listened to the whole album before. There's some familiar songs on it, and the rest are easy to listen to. I'll be back for more of this one.
Jethro Tull
3/5
I had this as a cassette tape! Lots of good songs on it, but over played on my Sirius FM radio stations.
The Go-Betweens
2/5
Never heard of 'em. It wasn't bad. I like the reviews that compare them to The Smiths ... WITHOUT the crying Morrisey whine. That's about sums it up.
Paul McCartney
5/5
I was there when it came out, and wasn't happy about the breaking up of the Beatles. So I really didn't want to like it. But, I did. Can you imagine what he went through? AND this - without a band? It's all him! That took courage at a time his world was coming apart. Listening to it now - I like it being 'unpolished' and loose. Great stuff and easy to listen to. Love ya Paul!
Carpenters
3/5
Hmmmmmm, what to say ... She had a beautiful voice. And they had some hits from this album. I probably could sing along with them. But alas, it's not anything I would put on my turntable on purpose. She died too young.
John Lennon
4/5
Well - John sounds pretty messed up! It's either Love, or not believing - in anything except himself (and Yoko). Certainly not Jesus. I'll take the songs about love. At least he got that right
Jean-Michel Jarre
4/5
This was a good listen for me. The very first, Pt 1, had me worried that there would be a lot of operatic singing on it (not a fan), but after that it was nice background music. Had to look up and listen to the album from the big show in Houston, 'cities in concert' that took over the whole downtown skyline with fireworks and lasers. IT WAS AWESOME!
Happy Mondays
3/5
Never heard of them ... not bad! I will have to check out some more of their tunes.
Led Zeppelin
5/5
Love it! I'm a fan!
Echo And The Bunnymen
2/5
Lot of 5 star rating in the reviews. But I'm not a fan. It was okay, but not going on my playlist.
Dinosaur Jr.
1/5
Nope. Lead singer ... is just off. I couldn't / wouldn't listen to the whole thing.
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
3/5
not bad. Wasn't sure I was going to like it at first, but there are some good songs on this one.
Björk
2/5
I like her ... but there a limit to how much I can listen to before it gets repetitive, and it starts to annoy.
Cyndi Lauper
2/5
Didn't want to listen to this, and sure enough, the FIRST song was just horrible. Her voice! I had to pass on that one. Her 'Girls just want to have fun', sounds different here. 'Time after time' is the best song on here, the rest ... I just can't. Funny one, 'He's so unusual' is pretty good, her voice fits this kind of song, like, from the 30's or 40's ... Betty Boop!
Ghostface Killah
1/5
No. I do NOT have to listen to this kind of c-rap!
Morrissey
1/5
Well, it started out okay, but there are some pretty silly songs on this. Have never been a fan, and this didn't change that.
UB40
3/5
Okay, I've heard the name before, probably listened to some, but I did not expect reggae music to be what I would hear. This wasn't bad, and was actually pretty good. It's one band I will have to come back to and see what else they have done.
Ian Dury
1/5
Fringe figure? Cult following? Garbage, I say! Couldn't/wouldn't listen to this and can't see any possible reason it's on this list.
John Martyn
4/5
This was pretty good. Never heard it before, but it's something that if we DID hear it back in the day, we'd have played it at some of our gatherings. Saved over the Hill to my favorites, mostly so I remember to come back to this record, and check out more of his music.
Leonard Cohen
2/5
Well it's not the worst album on your list. At least I could listen to it without stopping, but that's not saying much. Never understood the draw this guy has on people. I will not ne coming back to this.
MC Solaar
1/5
No thanks. Best songs on here are the Intro at 59 seconds and the Interlude at 29 seconds. I thought we'd get some cool jazzy music, but no ...
LCD Soundsystem
3/5
Well, I liked it. It does go long at times, but still works while playing in Photoshop..
Madonna
2/5
Not really into Madonna's music, and this didn't change my mind. It started out okay, but after Ray of Light (3rd song), it got ... IDK ... boring? Repetitive? I had to quit during Shanti.
Sepultura
1/5
37 seconds in .... I'm out. Not wasting my time with this guy yelling at me.
The Fall
1/5
Well, that wasn't the worst that we've had to endure from this list. It sure was long at 1 hour and 5 minutes. And sometimes the songs sounded like they were 1 hour and 5 minutes - and VERY repetitive! Got annoying sometimes. I won't be saving this to any of my lists, and will not return to listen to anymore of their 'music'. 97 albums!!???? OMG. NO.
Bob Marley & The Wailers
5/5
More like this please! Some really good music here, it's been a while since I've listened to this album. So many great songs.
Pavement
1/5
It's okay, but I got bored with it before the half-way point. Would not recommend this to anyone.
Arcade Fire
4/5
I liked this. Used to listen to them all the time, but they kinda faded away, don't know what they have been doing. I see they have more albums than when I listened ... I may have to check 'em out. Come on marketing people .... market!
Thelonious Monk
3/5
Not bad! I expected something more hardcore jazz, not to say this isn't but it's easier to listen to than I thought I would get.
SZA
1/5
I made it through ... that's about all I can say for it.
Lenny Kravitz
1/5
I expected something more than what I got. A lot of reviewers are saying .. boring ... and they are right. I'm sorry to say I was called away from this album after 5 songs ... and didn't come back. Sorry, Lenny.
Alice Cooper
3/5
I like it - love it - like it .... oh, that's another album, but I like this one too!
Ice Cube
1/5
Made it to the third song. That's more than enough for me. And no - I didn't need to listen to this - before anything! Terrible.
Weather Report
3/5
I like it. I bought it. This was the second album of theirs I bought, the first was Mysterious Traveler (which I thought was better than this one). Both good albums to have in my collection. Good music!
Death In Vegas
3/5
Most of this is pretty good. Not liking the song Aisha, the lyrics are off putting. Like worshiping a serial killer - not good. But musically, this is all pretty good. Not sure - was the second disc released with the original? It should have been left off.
Gillian Welch
4/5
Hey, not bad! I liked this album, and will have to check out some of her others.
Astrud Gilberto
3/5
I could listen to it all day ... most of it. There are just a couple I would skip through, but over all I like it!
Buzzcocks
1/5
Nope.
Van Halen
4/5
I wasn't a Van Halen fan at the time, but there's no denying that guitar work. And listen to that drummer! This is some good party music! Should have seen them live.
Skunk Anansie
1/5
The name and album cover are a bit misleading. I really expected some good 'chill' music, but noooooooooo. We get hard/alternative rock/metal. And her voice. Come on, man.
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
2/5
Weird. But I listened to the whole thing. I was never into Captain Beefheart - thought he was a Frank Zappa wanna be, and never came close. This did get better near the end of the album, but I'm not going to go back and try to find 'the good stuff'.
Black Sabbath
5/5
FIVE STARS ... I don't think my mom liked that I had this album. But I also had their first one, so .... They don't make 'em like this anymore!
Beatles
5/5
The Beatles! some good stuff here, with some hits and some misses, but overall? A good listen. When this came out I was 11 years old, and Beatlemania was taking off. Also, I didn't buy albums back then, just the 45s that they issued. Makes it different, listening to the whole thing.