1001 Albums Summary

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2.63
Average Rating
57%
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1950
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Blues
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UK
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85
5-Star Albums
185
1-Star Albums

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You Love More Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Third
Soft Machine
5 2.45 +2.55
Tarkus
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
5 2.78 +2.22
Vanishing Point
Primal Scream
5 2.82 +2.18
Larks' Tongues In Aspic
King Crimson
5 2.99 +2.01
Rhythm Nation 1814
Janet Jackson
5 3.01 +1.99
Future Days
Can
5 3.01 +1.99
Traffic
Traffic
5 3.06 +1.94
The Colour Of Spring
Talk Talk
5 3.08 +1.92
The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn
Pink Floyd
5 3.1 +1.9
Rocks
Aerosmith
5 3.11 +1.89

You Love Less Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
London Calling
The Clash
1 3.96 -2.96
Is This It
The Strokes
1 3.81 -2.81
Master Of Puppets
Metallica
1 3.71 -2.71
The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill
1 3.66 -2.66
The Stone Roses
The Stone Roses
1 3.65 -2.65
Pink Moon
Nick Drake
1 3.65 -2.65
good kid, m.A.A.d city
Kendrick Lamar
1 3.65 -2.65
Illmatic
Nas
1 3.61 -2.61
Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Wu-Tang Clan
1 3.6 -2.6
Moving Pictures
Rush
1 3.56 -2.56

Artists

Favorites

ArtistAlbumsAverage
Beatles 7 5
Led Zeppelin 5 5
Yes 3 5
Radiohead 4 4.5
The Rolling Stones 4 4.5
Black Sabbath 3 4.67
Creedence Clearwater Revival 2 5
Jimi Hendrix 2 5
Deep Purple 2 5
King Crimson 2 5
ZZ Top 2 5
Willie Nelson 2 5
The Band 2 5
Pink Floyd 2 5
Bob Marley & The Wailers 3 4.33
The Beach Boys 3 4.33

Least Favorites

ArtistAlbumsAverage
Leonard Cohen 4 1.25
Sonic Youth 2 1
Public Enemy 2 1
Elvis Costello & The Attractions 2 1
Ice Cube 2 1
My Bloody Valentine 2 1
Morrissey 2 1
Mudhoney 2 1
Eminem 2 1
M.I.A. 2 1
Slipknot 2 1
The Clash 2 1
Manic Street Preachers 2 1
Common 2 1
OutKast 2 1
Dinosaur Jr. 2 1
Metallica 4 1.75
Bruce Springsteen 3 1.67
Neil Young 3 1.67
U2 3 1.67
Nick Drake 3 1.67
Roxy Music 3 1.67
Echo And The Bunnymen 3 1.67
New Order 2 1.5
Tim Buckley 2 1.5
The Cure 2 1.5
Baaba Maal 2 1.5
Talking Heads 2 1.5
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds 2 1.5
The Divine Comedy 2 1.5
The Smiths 2 1.5
Steely Dan 3 2
Prince 3 2

Controversial

ArtistRatings
Marvin Gaye 4, 1, 4
Metallica 1, 4, 1, 1
R.E.M. 1, 2, 4

5-Star Albums (85)

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Popular Reviews

A Short Album About Love by The Divine Comedy

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 ...

Under Construction by Missy Elliott

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!

Third by Soft Machine

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.

Superfuzz Bigmuff by Mudhoney

Someone said they made it through 5 tracks ... how?

1-Star Albums (185)

All Ratings (619)

Marquee Moon by Television
Jan 11 2024

Not bad! I. marked one song as a fav so I can go back and listen to more.

Madman Across The Water by Elton John
Jan 12 2024

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 by The Doors
Jan 15 2024

One of the best! Loved it when it came out, love it now.

1989 by Taylor Swift
Jan 16 2024

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.

Rumours by Fleetwood Mac
Jan 17 2024

I don't think there was one bad song on this one!

Highly Evolved by The Vines
Jan 18 2024

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.

Darkness on the Edge of Town by Bruce Springsteen
Jan 19 2024

Critics may have liked this, but I didn't. Guess I was done with Bruce after Born to Run.

Toys In The Attic by Aerosmith
Jan 22 2024

Good One! Always on the turntable to get the party started!

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

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!

A Little Deeper by Ms. Dynamite
Jan 24 2024

Thanks, but no thanks. It has some nice beats, and it's not loud in-your-face, but it's just not for me.

Jan 25 2024

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.

Street Life by The Crusaders
Jan 26 2024

Nice way to start the day. Street Life was a good listen. May need to visit some of the other albums.

Ten by Pearl Jam
Jan 29 2024

Got some good stuff on here, and it's their first album! But, not enough for me to run out and buy it.

Jan 30 2024

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.

Jan 31 2024

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

Electric Warrior by T. Rex
Feb 01 2024

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.

Teenage Head by Flamin' Groovies
Feb 02 2024

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.

Lust For Life by Iggy Pop
Feb 05 2024

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.

Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Feb 06 2024

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!

Street Signs by Ozomatli
Feb 07 2024

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 by The Stooges
Feb 08 2024

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.

At Budokan by Cheap Trick
Feb 09 2024

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 by Violent Femmes
Feb 12 2024

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 Fat Of The Land by The Prodigy
Feb 13 2024

I remember when this came out, loved it then, it's ... okay now.

Pretzel Logic by Steely Dan
Feb 14 2024

I used to love Steely Dan, but they really start to annoy me after a while. I don't know what it is ...

Back to Mystery City by Hanoi Rocks
Feb 15 2024

Thank-you, but no thank-you. Not a good way to start the day.

Parachutes by Coldplay
Feb 16 2024

This wasn't bad - It was actually a nice way to start the day. A good 1st album.

At Mister Kelly's by Sarah Vaughan
Feb 19 2024

Loved this! Always imagine being in the crowd at a place like this.

Protection by Massive Attack
Feb 21 2024

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!

Technique by New Order
Feb 22 2024

not for me. Saw them once, and they were good, but I'm not buying it.

Dummy by Portishead
Feb 23 2024

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.

Feb 26 2024

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!

Feb 27 2024

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 ...

OK by Talvin Singh
Feb 28 2024

I tried. In fact, I checked out his other albums. But no, it's a no for me.

Young Americans by David Bowie
Feb 29 2024

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.

Tanto Tempo by Bebel Gilberto
Mar 01 2024

Beautiful music!

Are You Experienced by Jimi Hendrix
Mar 04 2024

Darn. Make me listen to Jimi. Just one of the best ... ever! Are you experienced? Man, music would never be the same after Jimi.

Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stones
Mar 05 2024

One of the best - brings back so many memories!

Goo by Sonic Youth
Mar 06 2024

Goo - Nooooooo. Quit yelling at me!

Hms Fable by Shack
Mar 07 2024

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.

Logical Progression by LTJ Bukem
Mar 08 2024

I liked some, and I didn't like some. And I didn't make it all the way through. Too long and repetitive.

On The Beach by Neil Young
Mar 11 2024

I liked it, and I don't really like Neil Young! Oh well.

Highway 61 Revisited by Bob Dylan
Mar 12 2024

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.

Pump by Aerosmith
Mar 13 2024

I enjoyed this one. Always liked Aerosmith, and this one gets ya going!

Murmur by R.E.M.
Mar 14 2024

not for me, thanks.

Roger the Engineer by The Yardbirds
Mar 15 2024

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 by The Stone Roses
Mar 18 2024

it was okay until the the 4th song, Don't Stop. Gave me a headache, and I had to ... stop.

Californication by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Mar 19 2024

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 ...

Odessa by Bee Gees
Mar 21 2024

thanks, but no thanks. this concept failed!

Get Behind Me Satan by The White Stripes
Mar 22 2024

Not bad - I saw them At the Houston Free Press Summer Fest and enjoyed the show.

Deep Purple In Rock by Deep Purple
Mar 25 2024

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 Message by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five
Mar 27 2024

That wasn't bad! There were some songs I didn't care for, but over all it was a good listen.

Songs From The Big Chair by Tears For Fears
Mar 29 2024

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!

Tommy by The Who
Apr 01 2024

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.

Fever To Tell by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Apr 02 2024

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!

Goodbye And Hello by Tim Buckley
Apr 03 2024

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.

Tago Mago by Can
Apr 04 2024

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!

Sign 'O' The Times by Prince
Apr 05 2024

I try, I really try to like Prince. This didn't help!

S&M by Metallica
Apr 08 2024

interesting, but it gets old fast.

Apr 09 2024

Finally - some good music! What an incredible 'first' album! Something completely different at the time! Still works for me today!

Green Onions by Booker T. & The MG's
Apr 10 2024

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.

Seventeen Seconds by The Cure
Apr 11 2024

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.

Maggot Brain by Funkadelic
Apr 12 2024

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.

At Newport 1960 by Muddy Waters
Apr 16 2024

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 by Franz Ferdinand
Apr 17 2024

Can't believe it's 20 years old. Has some good stuff on it, but not going on my playlist.

Queen Of Denmark by John Grant
Apr 18 2024

never heard of him, not adding to MY. list ...

Bayou Country by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Apr 22 2024

I like it!

Fear Of A Black Planet by Public Enemy
Apr 23 2024

A lot of people like this stuff ... I'm not one of them. Made it about half-way through.

The Rising by Bruce Springsteen
Apr 24 2024

It was okay, but I didn't make it all the way through. I used to like him, but not anymore ...

Is This It by The Strokes
Apr 26 2024

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.

Jazz Samba by Stan Getz
Apr 29 2024

Oh my ... so good. Ya never know what you're going to get with jazz, but this was perfect for my morning listen!

Can't Buy A Thrill by Steely Dan
Apr 30 2024

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.

Let It Bleed by The Rolling Stones
May 01 2024

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!

Diamond Life by Sade
May 02 2024

Nice. Smooth. Beautiful music.

Third by Portishead
May 03 2024

Loved it.

Five Leaves Left by Nick Drake
May 06 2024

It was okay. Probably won't be looking him up for future listening.

C'est Chic by CHIC
May 07 2024

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'.

Lost Souls by Doves
May 08 2024

Not bad! Don't think I've ever heard of Doves before, and will have to check out their other albums.

Blue Lines by Massive Attack
May 09 2024

Love Massive Attack, but I'm glad I heard Mezzanine before listening to this.

May 10 2024

It's a no for me. Didn't make it through this one ... why is it on the list?

Zombie by Fela Kuti
May 14 2024

not bad, kinda interesting. Reminded me of something ... Groove Collective maybe?

Spiderland by Slint
May 15 2024

To me, this was boring. I'm starting to wonder who made this list?!

Country Life by Roxy Music
May 16 2024

not bad, but something about it, maybe the guys voice, not a fan.

Metallica by Metallica
May 17 2024

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 by Led Zeppelin
May 20 2024

What a way to start something, Led Zeppelin! 1st album! And finally, one album that, no doubt about it, belongs on this list.

This Year's Model by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
May 21 2024

Never was a fan. And still not after listening to this.

World Clique by Deee-Lite
May 23 2024

Interesting, but not going on my playlist

What's Going On by Marvin Gaye
May 27 2024

Marvin Gaye. What’s going on. Nuff said.

In Utero by Nirvana
May 28 2024

Couple of good songs, couple of songs(?) of someone yelling at me.

Djam Leelii by Baaba Maal
May 29 2024

Nice background music for working in Photoshop, but ... way too long. wore out its welcome after the album's titular song.

Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs by Derek & The Dominos
May 30 2024

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 by The Coral
May 31 2024

why - why is this on the list? I'd give it no stars if I could.

Doolittle by Pixies
Jun 03 2024

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!

Kenza by Khaled
Jun 05 2024

Nope. Kinda like the music, but - not his singing.

Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkel
Jun 10 2024

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.

Play by Moby
Jun 11 2024

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.

Black Metal by Venom
Jun 14 2024

You ever look at an album cover and say I don't need to listen to that? I just did.

Talking Heads 77 by Talking Heads
Jun 17 2024

I listened. Still do not like the singing. at all.

1999 by Prince
Jun 18 2024

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.

Brown Sugar by D'Angelo
Jun 21 2024

Well it was smooth, and not too bad to listen to. The falsetto gets old though, and Shit, Damn, Motherfucker? Really?

Live At The Regal by B.B. King
Jun 24 2024

That was wonderful. One of those - I wish I was there - kind of albums.

Blue by Joni Mitchell
Jun 25 2024

I guess you have to be in the mood to listen to this. I wasn't.

Foo Fighters by Foo Fighters
Jun 26 2024

Liked it, except for Weenie Bernie and Watershed, where it's just a screaming mess.

Risque by CHIC
Jun 27 2024

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.

Rhythm Nation 1814 by Janet Jackson
Jun 28 2024

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 II by Led Zeppelin
Jul 01 2024

Classic! The best! Every song! I remember we couldn't WAIT for their new albums to come out, and they never disappointed us.

War by U2
Jul 02 2024

nO u2 thank you. I tried, but it's not for me.

The Age Of The Understatement by The Last Shadow Puppets
Jul 03 2024

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.

The Renaissance by Q-Tip
Jul 05 2024

It wasn't bad - but it wasn't good. Just not my thing, I guess.

From Elvis In Memphis by Elvis Presley
Aug 01 2024

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.

Imagine by John Lennon
Aug 02 2024

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 ...

Hot Rats by Frank Zappa
Aug 05 2024

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.

Tidal by Fiona Apple
Aug 06 2024

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 ...

Fly Or Die by N.E.R.D
Aug 07 2024

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 ...

Isn't Anything by My Bloody Valentine
Aug 08 2024

Nope. I couldn't listen to the whole thing.

Vauxhall And I by Morrissey
Aug 09 2024

I don't know, I've tried, but I just don't care for him.

So by Peter Gabriel
Aug 12 2024

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!

Blood On The Tracks by Bob Dylan
Aug 13 2024

I like this one from Bob. I actually bought this album at the time it came out. Has some really good songs on it.

Moving Pictures by Rush
Aug 14 2024

I don't know. Is it his voice? I just never got into them. Have to pass on them ... again.

I Am a Bird Now by Antony and the Johnsons
Aug 16 2024

Interesting, but no.

Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Aug 19 2024

It was okay, but the standout is Breakdown, then Mystery man. The rest is ... eh.

Bad by Michael Jackson
Aug 21 2024

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.

Superfuzz Bigmuff by Mudhoney
Aug 22 2024

Someone said they made it through 5 tracks ... how?

Aug 23 2024

The only U2 album (CD or cassette?) I ever bought. And the last. Some good stuff on here, but Bono! Over does it again.

Odelay by Beck
Aug 27 2024

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.

Dust by Screaming Trees
Aug 29 2024

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 ...

Calenture by The Triffids
Aug 30 2024

I tried. But it's a no for me.

Illinois by Sufjan Stevens
Sep 02 2024

Pretty good, a little long, but nice to work to.

Paul Simon by Paul Simon
Sep 03 2024

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.

That's The Way Of The World by Earth, Wind & Fire
Sep 04 2024

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.

Quiet Life by Japan
Sep 05 2024

It was okay. Started out interesting, but faded fast.

Eternally Yours by The Saints
Sep 06 2024

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.

A Hard Day's Night by Beatles
Sep 09 2024

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!

Rock 'N Soul by Solomon Burke
Sep 11 2024

That was enjoyable! I will have to check out some of his other albums.

Back In Black by AC/DC
Sep 13 2024

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.

Sep 16 2024

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.

Getz/Gilberto by Stan Getz
Sep 17 2024

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!

There's A Riot Goin' On by Sly & The Family Stone
Sep 18 2024

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 by Fever Ray
Sep 19 2024

I liked The Knife, so of course I liked this. Great way to start the day!

Tea for the Tillerman by Cat Stevens
Sep 20 2024

I liked it. It's one I bought when it came out, we all listened, sang along. It was good fun!

Dire Straits by Dire Straits
Sep 23 2024

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.

Tusk by Fleetwood Mac
Sep 24 2024

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.

Africa Brasil by Jorge Ben Jor
Sep 25 2024

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.

Sep 26 2024

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!

Sep 27 2024

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.

Odessey And Oracle by The Zombies
Sep 30 2024

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!

Green by R.E.M.
Oct 01 2024

I listened to a few songs, but just wasn't feeling it, so I quit.

Red Dirt Girl by Emmylou Harris
Oct 02 2024

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.

Junkyard by The Birthday Party
Oct 03 2024

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.

Red Headed Stranger by Willie Nelson
Oct 04 2024

LOVED it. This came out about the time I saw him at one of his 4th of July picnics. Good times!

Reggatta De Blanc by The Police
Oct 07 2024

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.

Since I Left You by The Avalanches
Oct 08 2024

come on ... you're kidding, right?

Phrenology by The Roots
Oct 09 2024

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?

Channel Orange by Frank Ocean
Oct 10 2024

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.

Oct 11 2024

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.

Rust Never Sleeps by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Oct 14 2024

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.

Debut by Björk
Oct 15 2024

I like it. Most of it anyway. And it's good music to have in the background while working. Really liked Come to me!

American Pie by Don McLean
Oct 16 2024

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!

Boy In Da Corner by Dizzee Rascal
Oct 17 2024

"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!

Abattoir Blues / The Lyre of Orpheus by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Oct 18 2024

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.

Hybrid Theory by Linkin Park
Oct 21 2024

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.

Court And Spark by Joni Mitchell
Oct 22 2024

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.

Oct 23 2024

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!

Darklands by The Jesus And Mary Chain
Oct 24 2024

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.

Low-Life by New Order
Oct 25 2024

It was okay, but never understood the hype about this band. okay, but not for me.

The Chronic by Dr. Dre
Oct 28 2024

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.

Hounds Of Love by Kate Bush
Oct 29 2024

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.

Fragile by Yes
Oct 30 2024

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!

Tonight's The Night by Neil Young
Oct 31 2024

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 White Room by The KLF
Nov 01 2024

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!

Blonde On Blonde by Bob Dylan
Nov 04 2024

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 ....

The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails
Nov 05 2024

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!

Let's Get Killed by David Holmes
Nov 06 2024

Not bad, good background music to have on while working ...

Soul Mining by The The
Nov 07 2024

Not bad, may came back to it. May not ...

Kollaps by Einstürzende Neubauten
Nov 08 2024

Weird. Noise.

Graceland by Paul Simon
Nov 11 2024

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!

A Girl Called Dusty by Dusty Springfield
Nov 12 2024

It was okay, but I don't think I'll be running back to it.

Sunday At The Village Vanguard by Bill Evans Trio
Nov 13 2024

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.

Arular by M.I.A.
Nov 14 2024

I want my money back!

Different Class by Pulp
Nov 15 2024

interesting, and might have been good at the time, but I'm not going to invest any more time with this one.

Band On The Run by Paul McCartney and Wings
Nov 18 2024

Great music, once again by Sir Paul McCartney.

Brothers In Arms by Dire Straits
Nov 19 2024

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!

Nov 20 2024

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 by Traffic
Nov 21 2024

Man, take me back! This is so good! I'm Feelin' Alright!

Casanova by The Divine Comedy
Nov 22 2024

Well that was different. Kinda like someone trying to be Frank Sinatra, but missing by a mile.

Stardust by Willie Nelson
Nov 25 2024

Beautiful. All of it. Everything about it.

I Should Coco by Supergrass
Nov 26 2024

not bad .... I'd heard a different album of theirs before ... this was different.

Rattus Norvegicus by The Stranglers
Nov 27 2024

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 ...

The Atomic Mr Basie by Count Basie & His Orchestra
Nov 28 2024

Never heard tis one before, and I'm glad it was on the list. Great album!

American Beauty by Grateful Dead
Nov 29 2024

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!

Dec 03 2024

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.

Kid A by Radiohead
Dec 04 2024

I'll just say - I like it! And I'll listen to it again! And I'll listen to the rest of their albums!

White Light by Gene Clark
Dec 05 2024

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.

Synchronicity by The Police
Dec 06 2024

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.

Guero by Beck
Dec 09 2024

Not bad, Mr. Beck. Not bad.

Back At The Chicken Shack by Jimmy Smith
Dec 10 2024

I liked it! And I will be checking out the rest of Jimmy Smith's albums. Good stuff!

Leftism by Leftfield
Dec 11 2024

I was lying it ... but it's too much sameness. And then I looked and there are TWO DISCS???? no thank you .... next!

Manassas by Stephen Stills
Dec 12 2024

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.

Sincere by Mj Cole
Dec 13 2024

It might have been ground breaking at the time, but ... now ... it's a no for me. Couldn't get through it.

Music From Big Pink by The Band
Dec 17 2024

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!

A Short Album About Love by The Divine Comedy
Dec 19 2024

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 ...

Boston by Boston
Dec 23 2024

Boston was never. a favorite of mine, but ya gotta admit, this album has the hits!

The Wildest! by Louis Prima
Dec 24 2024

Loved it. Nice change of pace, always try and imagine life back then.

Immigrés by Youssou N'Dour
Dec 25 2024

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.

The Yes Album by Yes
Jan 06 2025

Some of the best music from that time period. Yes and Emerson Lake and Palmer!

Exile On Main Street by The Rolling Stones
Jan 07 2025

Got some good stuff on here. also has some not so good stuff. But still worth the listen!

John Prine by John Prine
Jan 08 2025

One of the best!

Jan 09 2025

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.

First Band On The Moon by The Cardigans
Jan 10 2025

I tried. Was about to quit and found the one song worth anything (Lovefool) before giving up and moving on.

Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Jan 14 2025

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

Hard Again by Muddy Waters
Jan 15 2025

I wasn't sure, so I had to listen again! ;-)

Rain Dogs by Tom Waits
Jan 17 2025

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 ...

Blunderbuss by Jack White
Jan 20 2025

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.

The Man Machine by Kraftwerk
Jan 21 2025

I like Kraftwerk, had a couple of their albums. They were WAY ahead of their time! Good listen!

Slipknot by Slipknot
Jan 22 2025

Nope.

...The Dandy Warhols Come Down by The Dandy Warhols
Jan 23 2025

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 by The Specials
Jan 24 2025

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.

Endtroducing..... by DJ Shadow
Jan 27 2025

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.

Rubber Soul by Beatles
Jan 28 2025

Finally - The Beatles! And some GOOOD music! Loved it when it came out - love it now.

Let England Shake by PJ Harvey
Jan 29 2025

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.

Music by Madonna
Jan 30 2025

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.

Abbey Road by Beatles
Feb 03 2025

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.

Dookie by Green Day
Feb 04 2025

Wasn't too bad, better than I expected.

The Modern Lovers by The Modern Lovers
Feb 05 2025

Nope! Couldn't make it through this.

High Violet by The National
Feb 06 2025

Wasn't bad, listened to the whole thing. Probably not going on my list to come back to.

The Madcap Laughs by Syd Barrett
Feb 07 2025

Wow, that was tough. He may have been a Genius, maybe, but by this time in his life, someone should have just said no.

Feb 12 2025

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!

Skylarking by XTC
Feb 13 2025

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.

Slippery When Wet by Bon Jovi
Feb 14 2025

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.

Hot Buttered Soul by Isaac Hayes
Feb 17 2025

I like it, I like it a lot. It's one of his I bought when it came out.

London Calling by The Clash
Feb 18 2025

Not today, Mr. Clash. Couldn't listen to the whole thing.

Scott 2 by Scott Walker
Feb 19 2025

Nope.

In Our Heads by Hot Chip
Feb 20 2025

Not bad. I didn't like the first few songs, but it got better as it went along. More like their earlier stuff.

Real Life by Magazine
Feb 21 2025

no for me. Goldfinger ... is that a joke? terrible.

Bossanova by Pixies
Feb 24 2025

Almost quit listening, but made it through. It was okay, but won't be marking this as a favorite.

Blur by Blur
Feb 25 2025

Almost quit listening, but made it through. It was okay, but won't be marking this as a favorite.

The Slider by T. Rex
Feb 26 2025

I liked it. HAs some really nice songs on it. I'd listen again, maybe pick a couple to fav.

Everything Must Go by Manic Street Preachers
Feb 27 2025

Never heard of them, but I listened ... Now I don't have to do that again.

Grace by Jeff Buckley
Mar 04 2025

Never heard it before ... I liked it.

Chris by Christine and the Queens
Mar 06 2025

4 songs in and I'm done. Then I look and see TWO DISCS? TWENTY-THREE songs? Nope!

Led Zeppelin IV by Led Zeppelin
Mar 10 2025

Some of the best music ever made.

Sea Change by Beck
Mar 11 2025

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.

Dirt by Alice In Chains
Mar 12 2025

Not one I needed to hear before ... you know ...

Underwater Moonlight by The Soft Boys
Mar 13 2025

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 ....

After The Gold Rush by Neil Young
Mar 17 2025

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 ...

Be by Common
Mar 18 2025

Well, I listened to it, except of the last song. I quit that one. Don't feel any better for it though.

Time Out by The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Mar 19 2025

Awesome album, the best.

Elastica by Elastica
Mar 20 2025

Wasn't bad, I listened to the whole thing. I did 'like' Car Song, and may have to come back.

Movies by Holger Czukay
Mar 21 2025

Nope.

We Are Family by Sister Sledge
Mar 24 2025

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 ...

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.

Mar 26 2025

Out of 43 songs, the 4th song, Cohesion is a good listen. It's because there is no singing on it.

The Rise & Fall by Madness
Mar 27 2025

interesting ... but it's not going on my list.

Teenager Of The Year by Frank Black
Mar 28 2025

This list ... this 'Must listen to' ... He's pranking us, isn't he.

Coat Of Many Colors by Dolly Parton
Mar 31 2025

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!

My Generation by The Who
Apr 01 2025

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!

Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield
Apr 02 2025

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.

Disraeli Gears by Cream
Apr 03 2025

One of the best! Such good music from a really great time to be alive!

Garbage by Garbage
Apr 04 2025

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!!!

The White Album by Beatles
Apr 07 2025

An amazing album. And one I don't listen to often enough! 5 stars from me ... more if I had them!

At Folsom Prison by Johnny Cash
Apr 09 2025

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 ...

Ritual De Lo Habitual by Jane's Addiction
Apr 10 2025

Sorry - didn't make it through the whole thing. I'm getting picky in my old age, and I didn't like it.

Halcyon Digest by Deerhunter
Apr 11 2025

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.

Moon Safari by Air
Apr 14 2025

Great music to work to. Or drive. Or just about anything. Nice relaxing, pour me another one.

Two Dancers by Wild Beasts
Apr 16 2025

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.

Nixon by Lambchop
Apr 18 2025

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!

The ArchAndroid by Janelle Monáe
Apr 22 2025

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!

Amnesiac by Radiohead
Apr 23 2025

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.

Vanishing Point by Primal Scream
Apr 24 2025

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!

Vento De Maio by Elis Regina
Apr 25 2025

Not bad, Miss Elis! I like your sound, and want to hear more from you.

Nevermind by Nirvana
Apr 28 2025

Well, it has some great songs on it, but also has some that should never have been included. Like Endless, Nameless ....

Joan Armatrading by Joan Armatrading
Apr 29 2025

Joan, I tried. It was okay, but nothing I want to revisit.

Apr 30 2025

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.

Fromohio by fIREHOSE
May 01 2025

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.

I Against I by Bad Brains
May 02 2025

Nope! Not a way to start the day. I - say no to this.

Master Of Puppets by Metallica
May 06 2025

Lot of 5 star reviews on this one. But not from me. After 4 songs, I stopped it. Just not for me.

Pyromania by Def Leppard
May 07 2025

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 ...

May 08 2025

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.

3 Feet High and Rising by De La Soul
May 12 2025

I tried. I thought it was different. But after a while I had to stop it. It's a no for me.

The Queen Is Dead by The Smiths
May 13 2025

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.

Here, My Dear by Marvin Gaye
May 14 2025

yeah - no my favorite from Marvin. Just sounds like it's missing something.

Remedy by Basement Jaxx
May 15 2025

There MAY be one good song on here.

Headquarters by The Monkees
May 16 2025

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!

The Slim Shady LP by Eminem
May 19 2025

Childish. Like some say, the beats are there, but those lyrics ...

Smash by The Offspring
May 20 2025

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.

Autobahn by Kraftwerk
May 21 2025

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.

For Your Pleasure by Roxy Music
May 22 2025

Never got into Roxy Music - it was okay - better than I thought it would be.

Happy Sad by Tim Buckley
May 23 2025

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.

Beggars Banquet by The Rolling Stones
May 26 2025

5 stars. All day. Some GREAT music right here!

Ready To Die by The Notorious B.I.G.
May 27 2025

I mean ... The intro was hard to get through.

White Ladder by David Gray
May 30 2025

Wave goodbye! Another one on the list that I didn't NEED to hear!

Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin
Jun 02 2025

FINALLY! Some GOOD music. It's a five for me, loved every minute of it.

Tracy Chapman by Tracy Chapman
Jun 03 2025

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.

Sunshine Hit Me by The Bees
Jun 04 2025

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.

Pet Sounds by The Beach Boys
Jun 09 2025

So much good music on this one.

The Suburbs by Arcade Fire
Jun 10 2025

I enjoyed that - it's been a while since I listened to Arcade Fire, need to listen to some more!

Jun 11 2025

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.

Axis: Bold As Love by Jimi Hendrix
Jun 12 2025

It's JIMI - I have to laugh - who gives this LESS than a 5 - This should be a 10.

Surf's Up by The Beach Boys
Jun 13 2025

Love it. Is is a coincidence that this pops up the day after Brian Wilson passed away? God only knows ...

Hot Fuss by The Killers
Jun 16 2025

I liked it for a while - but it got a little long and lost me in the second half.

Pearl by Janis Joplin
Jun 17 2025

Oh my - Janice - gone to soon!

If You're Feeling Sinister by Belle & Sebastian
Jun 18 2025

I've heard Bell and Sebastian before, and thought I liked it. Must be somewhere else, because this wasn't it.

Raw Like Sushi by Neneh Cherry
Jun 19 2025

It might have been 'groundbreaking' at the time, but it's not working for me today. Sorry Neneh.

21 by Adele
Jun 20 2025

I'll admit - I kinda groaned when I saw this. But I listened, and enjoyed my time with her. Not a bad experience.

Beauty And The Beat by The Go-Go's
Jun 23 2025

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 by Van Halen
Jun 24 2025

wow ... just wow. Just about every song! This will get ya moving!

Wild Wood by Paul Weller
Jun 26 2025

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.

Doggystyle by Snoop Dogg
Jun 30 2025

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.

Birth Of The Cool by Miles Davis
Jul 01 2025

Really is a cool album. Made me go looking for more Miles!

Third/Sister Lovers by Big Star
Jul 02 2025

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.

Let It Be by The Replacements
Jul 03 2025

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 by Killing Joke
Jul 04 2025

I was shocked!!! It's not at all what I expected it to be, in fact ... I LIKED it!

Jul 08 2025

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.

Neon Bible by Arcade Fire
Jul 09 2025

I liked it ... but I shouldn't look at the lyrics.

Pink Moon by Nick Drake
Jul 10 2025

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.

Back to Basics by Christina Aguilera
Jul 11 2025

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.

Songs For Swingin' Lovers! by Frank Sinatra
Jul 14 2025

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.

Nebraska by Bruce Springsteen
Jul 15 2025

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.

All Hope Is Gone by Slipknot
Jul 16 2025

How does this make a 'must listen to' list?

The Beach Boys Today! by The Beach Boys
Jul 17 2025

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!

Jul 18 2025

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!

Ágætis Byrjun by Sigur Rós
Jul 21 2025

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.

Jul 22 2025

I liked it. Has some good, familiar songs on it. But do I listen to it as a regular?

This Is Fats Domino by Fats Domino
Jul 23 2025

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 by Black Sabbath
Jul 24 2025

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.

Legalize It by Peter Tosh
Jul 25 2025

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.

Slayed? by Slade
Jul 30 2025

it's a no for me.

American Gothic by David Ackles
Jul 31 2025

No. started but stopped. Not liking the guys voice. Not a must for me.

Third by Soft Machine
Aug 01 2025

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.

Aug 05 2025

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.

Under Construction by Missy Elliott
Aug 06 2025

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!

Aug 07 2025

That was good background music for working in Photoshop today. Some did get a bit repetitive, but it was a good day for this.

Highway to Hell by AC/DC
Aug 11 2025

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.

Being There by Wilco
Aug 12 2025

Don't know what it is about them, I just don't like 'em.

Swordfishtrombones by Tom Waits
Aug 13 2025

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.

Aladdin Sane by David Bowie
Aug 14 2025

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.

Talk Talk Talk by The Psychedelic Furs
Aug 15 2025

eh ... it's okay for a minute, but pretty repetitive after a while - it just isn't working for me.

Ananda Shankar by Ananda Shankar
Aug 19 2025

Thanks - but no thanks.

Freak Out! by The Mothers Of Invention
Aug 20 2025

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.

Cafe Bleu by The Style Council
Aug 21 2025

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.

Exodus by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Aug 22 2025

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.

Shaka Zulu by Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Aug 25 2025

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.

Another Green World by Brian Eno
Aug 26 2025

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.

Searching For The Young Soul Rebels by Dexys Midnight Runners
Aug 27 2025

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.

Sunshine Superman by Donovan
Aug 28 2025

Always fun to go back to the peace and Love days of our lives. This was a fun trip down memory lane. Peace!

Dub Housing by Pere Ubu
Aug 29 2025

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.

Clube Da Esquina by Milton Nascimento
Sep 01 2025

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.

Loveless by My Bloody Valentine
Sep 02 2025

Experimenting with guitar vibrato, nonstandard tunings, digital samplers, and meticulous production methods .... and it shows. Horrible time listening to this. No fun at all.

Innervisions by Stevie Wonder
Sep 03 2025

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 by Bad Company
Sep 04 2025

Classic. A lot of good songs, and even better memories with this one.

A Walk Across The Rooftops by The Blue Nile
Sep 05 2025

It was okay. I mean, I made it through. But it's not going on my list to listen to again.

Kilimanjaro by The Teardrop Explodes
Sep 08 2025

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.

good kid, m.A.A.d city by Kendrick Lamar
Sep 10 2025

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 by Buena Vista Social Club
Sep 11 2025

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.

The Score by Fugees
Sep 12 2025

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.

Apocalypse Dudes by Turbonegro
Sep 15 2025

It was okay/tolerable for a while, but I couldn't make it all the way through.

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.

Lost In The Dream by The War On Drugs
Sep 18 2025

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.

Forever Changes by Love
Sep 19 2025

Not bad. Takes me back to some smoke filled rooms though. Very hippy-ish, but, hey! That was cool, man.

Frampton Comes Alive by Peter Frampton
Sep 22 2025

Yes please. More like this. Brings back great memories, and it's just some great music.

Savane by Ali Farka Touré
Sep 23 2025

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.

Shadowland by k.d. lang
Sep 25 2025

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.

Smile by Brian Wilson
Sep 26 2025

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.

Lam Toro by Baaba Maal
Sep 29 2025

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.

90 by 808 State
Oct 01 2025

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.

Welcome To The Pleasuredome by Frankie Goes To Hollywood
Oct 02 2025

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 by Roxy Music
Oct 03 2025

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.

Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock
Oct 06 2025

The whole album is hot, but my fave is ... Watermelon Man, come on.

Tellin’ Stories by The Charlatans
Oct 07 2025

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 by The La's
Oct 08 2025

Not as bad as some are saying. It does have a kind of Beatles sound to it, so That can't be bad!

Fire Of Love by The Gun Club
Oct 09 2025

Annoying. Made it through 6 of the 16 tracks. It's a no for me.

New Wave by The Auteurs
Oct 10 2025

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!

Deja Vu by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Oct 13 2025

Classic. Brings back a lot of good memories. Just good music.

Oct 14 2025

Couple of decent songs, but not enough to save this album. it's a no for me.

Fleet Foxes by Fleet Foxes
Oct 15 2025

Nice background music. Not sure it's going in my regular rotation though ... ok, it's not. But it was a pleasant listen.

Youth And Young Manhood by Kings of Leon
Oct 16 2025

The beginning almost made me quit, but it did get better later on. Still not gonna be in my playlist.

The Idiot by Iggy Pop
Oct 17 2025

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!

Very by Pet Shop Boys
Oct 20 2025

Way better than I thought it was going to be.

Definitely Maybe by Oasis
Oct 21 2025

I know they're supposed to 'it', but 11 songs on ONE disc and 16 on another? WAY too much at once for me.

Bubble And Scrape by Sebadoh
Oct 22 2025

No - I didn't need to hear that before ... anything!

It's Blitz! by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Oct 23 2025

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.

Machine Gun Etiquette by The Damned
Oct 24 2025

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.

Behaviour by Pet Shop Boys
Oct 27 2025

Not bad. second Pet Shop Boys album in a short time span. I liked the other one.

Kings Of The Wild Frontier by Adam & The Ants
Oct 30 2025

It was okay for a little while, but grew old quick. Another album I didn't make it through.

The Healer by John Lee Hooker
Nov 04 2025

I liked it. I liked that he played with some other famous musicians, then finishes it out with three of his own. Good music!

Nov 05 2025

I like the Kinks, I really do. Bu this? I don't think was one of their best efforts.

The Cars by The Cars
Nov 06 2025

I didn't realize this was their first album. OR how many great songs came from this one album.

Treasure by Cocteau Twins
Nov 10 2025

I forgot how much I liked these guys. This was a really nice listen. I'll be back for more of this one.

Purple Rain by Prince
Nov 11 2025

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.

Our Aim Is To Satisfy by Red Snapper
Nov 12 2025

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.

Off The Wall by Michael Jackson
Nov 13 2025

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.

The Nightfly by Donald Fagen
Nov 14 2025

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.

Nov 18 2025

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!

Pornography by The Cure
Nov 19 2025

Not a Cure fan before listening to this. NOT a cure fan now!

Live And Dangerous by Thin Lizzy
Nov 20 2025

I'm ONLY nine songs in, and I feel like I've been listening to it ALL day! Not a very lively live album.

Nov 21 2025

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!

Brothers by The Black Keys
Nov 24 2025

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.

Aqualung by Jethro Tull
Nov 25 2025

I had this as a cassette tape! Lots of good songs on it, but over played on my Sirius FM radio stations.

16 Lovers Lane by The Go-Betweens
Nov 26 2025

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.

McCartney by Paul McCartney
Nov 27 2025

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!

Close To You by Carpenters
Dec 01 2025

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.

Dec 02 2025

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

Oxygène by Jean-Michel Jarre
Dec 03 2025

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!

Ocean Rain by Echo And The Bunnymen
Dec 09 2025

Lot of 5 star rating in the reviews. But I'm not a fan. It was okay, but not going on my playlist.

Bug by Dinosaur Jr.
Dec 10 2025

Nope. Lead singer ... is just off. I couldn't / wouldn't listen to the whole thing.

Architecture And Morality by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
Dec 11 2025

not bad. Wasn't sure I was going to like it at first, but there are some good songs on this one.

Vulnicura by Björk
Dec 15 2025

I like her ... but there a limit to how much I can listen to before it gets repetitive, and it starts to annoy.

She's So Unusual by Cyndi Lauper
Dec 16 2025

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!

Fishscale by Ghostface Killah
Dec 17 2025

No. I do NOT have to listen to this kind of c-rap!

Your Arsenal by Morrissey
Dec 19 2025

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.

Signing Off by UB40
Dec 22 2025

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.

New Boots And Panties by Ian Dury
Dec 24 2025

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.

Solid Air by John Martyn
Dec 25 2025

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.

I'm Your Man by Leonard Cohen
Dec 29 2025

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.

Dec 30 2025

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 ...

american dream by LCD Soundsystem
Dec 31 2025

Well, I liked it. It does go long at times, but still works while playing in Photoshop..

Ray Of Light by Madonna
Jan 01 2026

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.

Roots by Sepultura
Jan 05 2026

37 seconds in .... I'm out. Not wasting my time with this guy yelling at me.

Jan 06 2026

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.

Natty Dread by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Jan 07 2026

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.

Jan 08 2026

It's okay, but I got bored with it before the half-way point. Would not recommend this to anyone.

Funeral by Arcade Fire
Jan 09 2026

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!

Brilliant Corners by Thelonious Monk
Jan 12 2026

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.

Ctrl by SZA
Jan 13 2026

I made it through ... that's about all I can say for it.

Let Love Rule by Lenny Kravitz
Jan 14 2026

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.

Billion Dollar Babies by Alice Cooper
Jan 15 2026

I like it - love it - like it .... oh, that's another album, but I like this one too!

Jan 16 2026

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.

Heavy Weather by Weather Report
Jan 19 2026

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!

The Contino Sessions by Death In Vegas
Jan 20 2026

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.

Time (The Revelator) by Gillian Welch
Jan 21 2026

Hey, not bad! I liked this album, and will have to check out some of her others.

Beach Samba by Astrud Gilberto
Jan 22 2026

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!

1984 by Van Halen
Jan 26 2026

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.

Post Orgasmic Chill by Skunk Anansie
Jan 27 2026

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.

Safe As Milk by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Jan 28 2026

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'.

Paranoid by Black Sabbath
Jan 29 2026

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!

With The Beatles by Beatles
Jan 30 2026

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.

Fear and Whiskey by Mekons
Feb 02 2026

I tried - but couldn't make it through.

The Hissing Of Summer Lawns by Joni Mitchell
Feb 03 2026

This was nice. I bought it when it came out, and didn't like it much. But it has some great songs on it. It did get a little long near the end.

All Mod Cons by The Jam
Feb 04 2026

Not bad .... It started out rocky, but got going. glad I didn't stop listening. may have to check out some of their other stuff.

Feb 05 2026

Well ... it has some great songs on it, that's for sure. But it's the first half that really shines! When you get to #7, Freeform Guitar, it goes off the tracks for the rest of the album for me. That does NOT belong here. And then there are only two other songs worth listening to, South California Purples and I'm a man. So - if this were an album I buy, I listen to side one. Only.

Ragged Glory by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Feb 06 2026

it was okay, but I'd rather not listen to him, his voice ...

Damaged by Black Flag
Feb 09 2026

Nope. Started ... stopped. A quick listen to a few more, and it's a no from me.

Tank Battles by Dagmar Krause
Feb 11 2026

I don't know what the guy that made this list was smoking, but he needs to share!

Paris 1919 by John Cale
Feb 12 2026

Why am I doing this list thing .... Thought I'd find some great new music, but evidently not.

The Visitors by ABBA
Feb 13 2026

Not bad, Don't know what I expected, but I kinda enjoyed it. I read that it was different from earlier 'poppy' music of theirs. Glad to hear, cause it was still pretty 'poppy'.

The Next Day by David Bowie
Feb 16 2026

I liked it. It was different from his more famous works, and to me that was a good thing. Good to hear something a little different from him.

Night Life by Ray Price
Feb 17 2026

I liked it. I like the idea of an introduction, and slipping into the music. Did you look to see who else plays on this? Ray Price, Willie Nelson - vocals, bass guitar Johnny Paycheck, Buddy Emmons and Floyd Cramer. Easy listening - even though Country isn't my thing, unless I'm at a bar. With a Lone Star.

Suzanne Vega by Suzanne Vega
Feb 18 2026

I liked it. Enough to check out another album.

Vol. 4 by Black Sabbath
Feb 20 2026

I like it! I think this was the last Black Sabbath album I went out and bought.

Water From An Ancient Well by Abdullah Ibrahim
Feb 23 2026

Well I wasn't expecting that ... Jazz! It was a nice experience though, may have to check out more of his stuff - there are plenty of albums.

Crocodiles by Echo And The Bunnymen
Feb 25 2026

It was okay ... for a while. But for 12 songs at 38 minutes, it felt MUCH longer.

Aha Shake Heartbreak by Kings of Leon
Feb 27 2026

I have friends that like these guys. I just don't know ... it was okay, but nothing I have to run out and buy. or see!

Le Tigre by Le Tigre
Mar 02 2026

Le Nope

Central Reservation by Beth Orton
Mar 03 2026

That was nice. Great voice. Enjoyed my time with this one. Actually listened to another of hers, will be back for more.

Faust IV by Faust
Mar 04 2026

I was surprised by this one. In a good way.

Tapestry by Carole King
Mar 06 2026

Such a good listen. She has such a lovely voice. Those were some good times! It's weird, I wouldn't just go to Spotify and pick out this, or Joni, or some of the other lovely song writers from that time. but I'm always glad when I do.

The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter by The Incredible String Band
Mar 09 2026

I was excited to see this, but I thought it was 'A String Cheese Incident". Oops, so I listened as much as I could to this, the looked up the other band, because I know people that LOVE them. Well I don't really like either one!

Abraxas by Santana
Mar 10 2026

Wonderful music, finally a decent album on this list to really listen to.

The Band by The Band
Mar 11 2026

Wow - 2 in a row, two good albums! So many good songs on this one, reminds me of Huntsville TX, and singing in the living room at Kurt and Jons house. Also had quite a few songs I don't remember, but still - a good listen!

Justified by Justin Timberlake
Mar 12 2026

Not my jam. Ends with ... Never again!

Club Classics Vol. One by Soul II Soul
Mar 13 2026

Not too bad. Not what I expected, and pleasanty surprised.

I’m a Lonesome Fugitive by Merle Haggard
Mar 16 2026

wasn't on Spotify, and the YouTube feed played one song then a bunch of other people, so did not listen.

Cypress Hill by Cypress Hill
Mar 17 2026

If you can't say something nice ... it's a no for me.

Mar 18 2026

What a beautiful voice, and Woman. Nice change of pace. Compare this kind of music to yesterday's Cypress Hill. LOL. no, don't.

Medúlla by Björk
Mar 19 2026

I really want to like Bjork, and some of her things are good. But listening to this I felt it was just ... annoying!

Mar 20 2026

Nice ... very nice. An easy listen this morning. well, that and you may want to get up and dance.

Heroes to Zeros by The Beta Band
Mar 23 2026

Never heard of them. Not bad, but not going to add it to any of my lists for a re-visit.

Mar 24 2026

It's a 10, I mean, 5 star album. There are a couple of songs that were hits, and we are familiar with, but there are some other great songs that I don't think I ever heard, and that's a shame. This is one solid - good listen!

Rocks by Aerosmith
Mar 25 2026

Deserves 5 stars just for Back in the saddle. Great way to start the day! And it is as it says .... Aerosmith Rocks!

Alien Lanes by Guided By Voices
Mar 26 2026

13 song in, and the longest is 2:24, and THAT's to long! I have to listen to 15 more songs? No way. I've heard enough.

Butterfly by Mariah Carey
Mar 27 2026

She IS pretty, and has a good voice. I just can't sit here and listen to a whole album. I'm 6 songs into it, and they all start to sound the same. I'm not going to finish this one.

Bert Jansch by Bert Jansch
Mar 30 2026

Not bad! First time I listened, there was a problem with Spotify, skipping, stopping, fading, so I quit. Tried again later and everything worked. This was a good listen, I've never heard him before, so wasn't sure what to expect. Great guitar work, pleasant voice and a good easy listening songs.

Screamadelica by Primal Scream
Mar 31 2026

What a surprise! I really expected someone screaming at me. This was not that at all, really enjoyed listening to it. Maybe one song went too long for me, but over all it was a good experience!

Deloused in the Comatorium by The Mars Volta
Apr 01 2026

Wow, amazing album. I listened, not knowing what to expect, and I really enjoyed it. Reading the reviews, it's either like it a lot, or a great big no! I'm coming back to this one, it's going on my list!

Mask by Bauhaus
Apr 03 2026

Nope. Made it to song number 5 and that's enough for me.

Now I Got Worry by The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
Apr 06 2026

Jon Spencer - take the Blues out of this - explosion. The Jon Spencer Explosion best describes this. Didn't even make it through the first song, had to skip it. Second song - same. Into the fourth, I quit. My ears don't need this.

Elvis Presley by Elvis Presley
Apr 07 2026

I liked it. Some good songs on it. Loved the way he did Blue Moon. Probably have never listened to a full album of his, because they sold 45s of his best songs, and that's what we bought.

Meat Puppets II by Meat Puppets
Apr 08 2026

Nope. Only 2 songs worth listening to, both instrumental, and even those are not that good. Aurora Borealis and 100% of nothing. Any songs with the vocals, just terrible! The guy can't sing. Who bought this $h*t?

Germfree Adolescents by X-Ray Spex
Apr 09 2026

Well .. a female punk band with a saxophone. Hmmm, her voice shrieking is a bit too much for me, sounds the same all the way through - except for the Germfree song, which is different enough to like, but the lyrics ... geez. I won't be coming back to this. it's a no for me.

Apr 10 2026

Great band, finally some good music. I have this album from way back, and was glad to listen to it again.

Rio by Duran Duran
Apr 13 2026

Well, I made it through. It was okay, but not my thing. Don't need to listen to any more of this.

Either Or by Elliott Smith
Apr 14 2026

I stopped it half way through. Just not in the SAD mood that it puts you in.

Songs Of Leonard Cohen by Leonard Cohen
Apr 15 2026

I listened to most of it. Not something I would ever run out and buy. Had to listen to some Rolling Stones to get me moving again.

Repeater by Fugazi
Apr 17 2026

Well - I made it through.

Revolver by Beatles
Apr 20 2026

WHAT? There are people on here giving this a one star??? IT'S SOME OF THE BEST MUSIC EVER MADE! Geez!

Suicide by Suicide
Apr 21 2026

No I don't

Wild Gift by X
Apr 22 2026

Well, I made it through, but it's not anything that I really needed to hear.

Oar by Alexander 'Skip' Spence
Apr 24 2026

Nope

The Colour Of Spring by Talk Talk
Apr 27 2026

Finally an album from a band I'd heard of, but never got into. To me they were poppy/synthy typical 80s music band. But this - this is different. It was music to get lost in, I wanted more! This is what I was hoping for when I started going through this list. Not the over abundance of garbage we've been told we HAVE to listen to. This one is going on my list!

Os Mutantes by Os Mutantes
Apr 28 2026

It's so bad ... Can't believe I was actually familiar with a song on here. Now I know what not to listen to.

Stankonia by OutKast
Apr 29 2026

I'm sorry, I can't. A whole hour and 13 minutes? nope.

At San Quentin by Johnny Cash
Apr 30 2026

Good stuff here. Not quite as good as him at Folsom Prison, but I enjoyed it.

We're Only In It For The Money by The Mothers Of Invention
May 01 2026

Well, that takes me back. I drove my sister crazy listening to this! We'd come home from school and throw this on ... loud .... and she ... didn't appreciate it. Oh well. 4 stars for the memories.

Tres Hombres by ZZ Top
May 04 2026

Some of the best, from Houston, Texas!! I got to Texas just in time to see them grow into the huge success that they are. Missed seeing them in the really small places, like in Conroe .... But have seen them a few times and ALWAYS enjoy the show. Have mercy, Haw, haw haw haw!

Midnight Ride by Paul Revere & The Raiders
May 08 2026

Well, that was fun. I was in 8th grade, and in a garage band made up of best friends. Not really good, but great memories and a bunch of fun. Only really know two songs on here, Kicks and I'm not your stepping stone. I guess that's all you need back then, one or two really good songs, and a spot on Dick Clark.

Entertainment by Gang Of Four
May 11 2026

Man, A lot of people like this?

Made In Japan by Deep Purple
May 12 2026

Great band - great LIVE album! I had every one of Deep Purple's albums, up to this point, and was so happy to get a live album of them. Yes - I did see them, and yes they were that good!

Future Days by Can
May 14 2026

It's gong on my list of 'come back and listen to me some more' albums. Some really long ones on here, but that' okay with me. Very good find - finally.

Songs Of Love And Hate by Leonard Cohen
May 19 2026

Nope, not today. We already listened to one of his albums. That was enough.

The Grand Tour by George Jones
May 20 2026

Hey - not bad, George! I enjoyed this one. Not something I would pick out to listen to, or buy at the local record store, but glad to have listened to it.

Kala by M.I.A.
May 21 2026

WTF was that? I've seen her on some music shows, and she can actually sing. This - was not that!

May 22 2026

Not bad. Spotify was being weird, not showing ANY Pulp, so I watched/ listened on YouTube. Then I try Spotify again, and there it is! (This way I can see the lyrics). Anyway - it was okay for a while, but I think they tried to put too much on the album, and it became ... boring? IDK, too much.

School's Out by Alice Cooper
May 25 2026

Not bad, Alice! Starts out with a familiar song, and keeps it going through the rest of the album. A. surprise for me was the horns! I liked how he brought that in, and the familiar sound of West Side Story! Very nice. Good listen.

#1 Record by Big Star
May 27 2026

I made it through, and - if I have to say that, ya know it's not going on MY list. I'm surprised this made the RS top 500 list at all.

Fuzzy by Grant Lee Buffalo
May 28 2026

No. I mustn't. Your list is going through a rough patch.

Aja by Steely Dan
Jun 01 2026

All good songs ... I just can't listen to them anymore. Not sure what it is, overplayed, over hyped ... it's just over for me. They come on the radio - I change the station.

Jun 02 2026

Don;t think I've ever listened to one of her albums before. Not bad, did not like the title song at the end, but the rest of it was okay. I can tell you this ... I won't be coming back to it, or seeking out more of her albums. Just didn't do it for me.

Yank Crime by Drive Like Jehu
Jun 03 2026

Only got through 1:20 of 5:44 - first song. and only 3:09 of 7:12 - second song. It's a no. No I don't have to listen to this.

Raw Power by The Stooges
Jun 04 2026

I've heard his stuff before, even saw him once. Guess I wasn't feeling it this morning ... had to stop the music(?) half way through.

Murder Ballads by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Jun 05 2026

Hey list man, I know you have a thing for Nick, but it doesn't matter how many times (1 is too many) you put him on here, he does not get any better.

Group Sex by Circle Jerks
Jun 08 2026

One good thing is ... the songs (and album) are short.

The Clash by The Clash
Jun 10 2026

didn't make it through.

Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye
Jun 11 2026

Well, it was good for me ... LOL, in fact - it was over way before I wanted it to be. So smooth.

Tarkus by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Jun 12 2026

YES! I mean - ELP! Finally some good music. Been a while since I've listened to this one, it's usually their first album, or Trilogy. Sometimes Brain Salad Surgery (but that get played a lot on classic rock stations). Man, they were good.

Tom Tom Club by Tom Tom Club
Jun 15 2026

at first I thought WTF. But I went through it again, and it kinda got me. It's way different from what I would listen to, but I may have to come back to this. maybe.

Pretenders by Pretenders
Jun 16 2026

Not too bad! I've heard them before, but never sat through an album. This was a nice surprise.

Bryter Layter by Nick Drake
Jun 17 2026

List guy likes Nick Drake. We get it. Now can we get back to something ... bryter?

NEU! 75 by Neu!
Jun 18 2026

This was good. Never heard of them before, and enjoyed most of it. In fact, made me look and see what else they have done.

Jun 19 2026

Subterranean Homesick Blues, Maggies Farm ... and a couple of others. No doubt, the guy could write a song. But man, this album is 47 minutes long, and I think it's at least 40 minutes too long! His voice after a while, just grates. Small doses of Dylan, please!

Closer by Joy Division
Jun 22 2026

Well - I listened.

Liquid Swords by GZA
Jun 23 2026

Some people like this sh!t. I am not one of them.

Winter In America by Gil Scott-Heron
Jun 24 2026

Interesting - I like some of it, but for me it was a little too long. Also it wasn't on Spotify, so I had to go to YouTube. Not as good as an experience as Spotify.

Jun 25 2026

Musically - I like it a lot. It does get repetitive and I had to skip to the end of some songs. Then I made the mistake of reading others reviews. Made me go back and listen/read the lyrics.

D by White Denim
Jun 26 2026

Hey - not bad! I listened to the whole thing. The length of it was just right, not too long. I listened to a few other songs go theres and one popped up that was really good ... it was 'Street Joy' from this album. so up goes the star count.

Stripped by Christina Aguilera
Jun 29 2026

Well - I tried - twice. One day I made it through maybe five songs. Today I went through and read lyrics while listening. I guess in small doses this would be okay, but sitting through 20 songs for over an hour .. no. And that video - Beautiful - she is, but the rest of it ... ick.

S.F. Sorrow by The Pretty Things
Jun 30 2026

Well - I had to stop this around song 6. BUT - I picked it up from there the next day. It didn't help. I had NO idea this was a ground-breaking 'concept' album. It just didn't work for me. Musically - it's a no.

Will The Circle Be Unbroken by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Jul 01 2026

I listened to the first disc. It's some good stuff, but ya have to be in the mood for it. Guess I wasn't, cuz I didn't make it to the second one. Brings back memories of SHSU.

Fisherman's Blues by The Waterboys
Jul 02 2026

Hmmm, I made it to 8, Has anybody seen Hank? I didn't - and I didn't listen to this whole 1 hour and 42 minutes. 8 was enough.

Life's Too Good by The Sugarcubes
Jul 06 2026

I like it. Was apprehensive at first, the cover looked really pop-ish, but it's good. And it's Bjork? What a unique voice.

Jul 07 2026

Not bad. Made it through. Even checked out more of their stuff, will I come back for more?

Licensed To Ill by Beastie Boys
Jul 08 2026

QUIT YELLING AT ME! Lots of noise on this one. Best thing here is 'Fight for your right' to paaaarrrrrrtty! Can do without the rest of it.

Yeezus by Kanye West
Jul 09 2026

Nope.

Mott by Mott The Hoople
Jul 10 2026

Not a bad album .. I liked I'm a Cadillac/El Camino Dolo Roso. It was different ....

Truth And Soul by Fishbone
Jul 13 2026

2 out of 12 ain't bad. Well, yes it is ... This started out good, then went off the rails. Came back on with 'pouring rain', then that was it. A lot of reviews say this is great. Mine says - not so much.

Broken English by Marianne Faithfull
Jul 14 2026

I liked it! I've never really sat, and listened to her before, but she's good! Made me check out more of her stuff, so this time - the list worked.

Porcupine by Echo And The Bunnymen
Jul 15 2026

It was - not okay - Didn't like the singer, sounded like he wanted to be Morrisey, and I'm not a fan. I made it through, but not coming back.

Life Thru A Lens by Robbie Williams
Jul 20 2026

It was okay I guess. Not coming back to it, but I made it through.

Peggy Suicide by Julian Cope
Jul 21 2026

It started out okay, different, I was liking it, but had to stop and do some things. When I picked it up again the next day, I thought it was just eh! And went on too long.

Atomizer by Big Black
Jul 22 2026

nope. lots of yelling at me, no fun.

Out Of The Blue by Electric Light Orchestra
Jul 23 2026

I like 'em, But find that I can only take so much, and this album pushes the limit. Had to stop, and come back to finish. But I do like their style, just not all at once.

Rock Bottom by Robert Wyatt
Jul 24 2026

Weird. Almost stopped on the very first song. In fact - I did! Horrible. Same with #2 and #3. But came back, stayed with it. And ended up liking #4. Alicia and #5 Alife. That's it.

Appetite For Destruction by Guns N' Roses
Jul 27 2026

A debut album! Got some good stuff on here. Don't think I've ever listened to this all the way through before, may not do it again, but what a way to start the day!

Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode
Jul 28 2026

Okay - so - I didn't make it through. But I read some reviews, and it made me listen to a few more. Still not something I'm going to run out and buy, or look up and listen.

Transformer by Lou Reed
Jul 30 2026

I think I had this one, or was it Rock and Roll animal? Anyway, we liked him for a time, and still enjoy hearing him on the radio. But I see he's made a bunch of albums after these, and have no idea where he went musically. Not sure I want to find out.

So Much For The City by The Thrills
Jul 31 2026

Album of the year???? Where? Another album I couldn't make it through.

Astral Weeks by Van Morrison
Aug 03 2026

I liked it, a little long, but he's such a good wordsmith, very interesting. I like his next one better.

Dirty by Sonic Youth
Aug 04 2026

Boy - that was awful.

Connected by Stereo MC's
Aug 05 2026

Well, never heard of 'em, but it's not bad! I actually liked it. It did go on a bit too long, had to break and come back to it, but not bad.

Homework by Daft Punk
Aug 06 2026

How did they survive this, to put out ANYthing else?

Crosby, Stills & Nash by Crosby, Stills & Nash
Aug 07 2026

Always good to listen to this again. So many great songs on this one little album. I do think some of these get overplayed, but to sit and listen to this as a whole ... That's the way to do it.

Stand! by Sly & The Family Stone
Aug 10 2026

Love, love, love this album. Had the privilege of seeing them at Hofheinz Pavilion in Houston, Texas, back in the 70s. Got some good photos, too. This music sure can make a person move! A fav is their Greatest Hits album.

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