1001 Albums Summary

Excellent album. Highlights: Don't Look Back in Anger, Roll on, Wonderwall

Good for people in the 70s looking to hang while taking drugs. There are catchy bits, but they are overshadowed by long music intervals that, while technically impressive, bore me and kill my desire to listen more. Lead singer has a great voice and when there are hooks, it’s bangin’. Unfortunately, I just don’t think this is my kind of music.

Very soulful and personal. Carol King's music is like Taylor Swift singing in the style of James Taylor. Lots of falling in love, out of love, and reminding herself that she has value. There are some amazing catchy tunes like "I Feel the Earth Move," "You've Got a Friend," and "Where You Lead." I also loved the slower, "Tapestry." That last song is like country music married folk. A great combination. I think some of the upbeat songs rely alot on the piano, but the restraint on the guitar and drums prevent the songs from making me tap my foot. The lyrics are deeply personal and King's vocals are outstanding. Overall, a strong album worth of the list.

Awesome, crunchy guitar riffs with upbeat drums that set a faster rhythm. This can be heard in songs like “Under the Sun,” “Supernaut,” and “Cornucopia.” Ozzy’s vocals are clear and themes are pretty metal. “Changes” is melancholy and stars a piano and mellotron as the main instruments. I didn’t know Black Sabbath had a softer side. Skip “FX.” I don’t know what pretentious knob thought that playing the sound effects from drummed objects was a good idea, but fuck that guy. “Laguna Sunrise” is another surprise. It’s a chill instrumental song with complementary acoustic guitars, like if Black Sabbath woke up gently from an all night bender to a beautiful sunrise. Hopeful, relaxing. Cool album, had me banging my head a few times.

This album is a neat take on country western songs. The sentimentality of 1950s country songs fits well into Ray Charles’ Big Band style. Though I didn’t take any songs from this album, I appreciate the experiment. One other note, is that many of the songs have a 1950’s Christmas song vibe.

Old people who complain that new music all sounds the same should listen to this album. People would laugh at the schmaltzy, simplistic lyrics if they weren’t sung by Frank Sinatra. The songs that are hits are obviously hits for a reason. “Anything Goes” and “You make me feel so young” are great and catchy. My disappointment in this album is due to how boring most of the songs are. Like if Sondheim made crooning music. Meh.

The first half of the album is overproduced. I get the feeling the music producer thought he was smarter than the industry, ahead of the game. Lots of strange sound effects and laser beam noises, lots of electronic vocal changes. None of it seems to mesh well, or make a cohesive song. This album feels like it’s trying to do electronica but it’s been done by many others, far better. Madonna, you are above being autotuned. The second half of the album suffers from being melodramatic and boring. I really like the track “Don’t tell me”, but I found the rest pretty forgettable.

Hey! Ho! Let's go! Yeah, this album is awesome. Fast, frenetic beats. A guitar that never stops strumming. Sometimes that neverending guitar strum gets in the way of any real rhythm. Joey Ramone's vocals often sound like he's got cottonballs in his mouth and many of the songs' themes are a total mystery to me. "Beat on the Brat?" What brat? Who gives a shit, beat him with a baseball bat! Oh yeah! Oh yeah! Oh oh ooooh. Why did they write a song about CIA activities in Cuba? Who cares! I don't mind nonsensical songs that have a great beat. Punk is alive in this album. The amateur, garage band melodies feel authentic and fun. For years, I've been listening to a tribute album of Ramones songs made by bands like Metallica and U2, which I still prefer, but I did enjoy listening to the original stuff. This music has me tapping my foot and yelling "fuck ya!"

Do you remember that episode of The Simpsons when Homer becomes a hippy obsessed with "freaking out" people? This album is the musical equivalent. It's hard to judge this album from 2024. On one hand, their nonconformist lyrics and attitude were probably revolutionary in the late 1960s, but the trope is pretty much dead today. I do appreciate how the band is clearly goofing off and having fun throughout the album. I even found a few gems to add to my library, including "You Didn't Try to Call Me" and "Any Way the Wind Blows." Cool time capsule of raging against '60s conservatives.

I can't believe this album was made in 1979. It sounds like it was made yesterday. The sound is like Bob Dylan sang The Black Keys. Lots of anti-war songs and pleasant melodies. This album is 3 hours long, but I didn't listen to all the songs, just the first 17. Loved listening this this one.

Who is Billy Shears? Anyway, this album is obviously great. Lots of great songs I’ve heard of and others that I listened to for the first time. I appreciate concept albums and this one rocks.

Not my favorite album. The melodies are great and have a distinctive late 90s/early 2000s sound. There's an awful screamo vocalist in this band. I don't know why he's included...to add angst? Anyway, I hate him.

This is a good example of an album that I appreciate, but don't really need any of the songs in my library. Songs like "Aladdin Sane" and "Jean Genie" have wonderful piano melodies. Other songs are clearly inspired by Rockabilly and Doo Wop. I am surprised how unimpressed I am by David Bowie's vocals. The music and the lyrics are probably where most of his talents lie.

Before listening to this, I hadn't heard any songs by the Grateful Dead. I was turned off by their reputation for psychedelic jam band and the weird, colorful teddy bears. I low-key loved this album. Songs like "Operator," "Ripple," and "Brokedown Palace" were folksy, breezy, and chill. The lyrics are full of meaning, there isn't a wasted second. Sometimes it has a melancholic Willy Nelson vibe, but they pull it off well. Loved this one.

The members of Wire got lucky. Their music is beginner, their lead singer is unintelligible. I don't understand how they got a record contract. The mercy of this album is that every song is under 2 minutes. I think there's a political message in some of the songs, but I can't understand the words, so I have no idea. What if 4 dudes picked up instruments yesterday and started a band? This album is the result. Blech.

It’s cool that his songs are long, but there isn’t wasted space. He’s got lots to say about love and other random things he’s observed. Weird intonation that takes getting used to.

Sometimes they use horns in their songs, which I love. Cool 80s vibe before it became the norm.

Only one good song, “Killing in the Name of.” The rest lacks any catchy riffs and the songs are so so angry.

Good music, not my style.

I messed up and listened to a different version of this album. The US version maybe? Either way, the album I listened to started with "Paint it Black," which is obviously an awesome song. My son described it as Halloween music. Must have sounded spooky! Loved the mono version of Lady Jane, very sweet and melodic. "Stupid Girl" was hard to listen to because of the way Mick Jagger says the song's title. The rest of the songs are cool, new instruments are added, and have a distinct late 50s and 60s vibe. I get the hype.

A really neat album. It's got some standards like "You're My Best Friend" and Bohemian Rhapsody. I was surprised about the more jaunty tracks like "'39" and "Lazing on a Sunday Afternoon." Queen albums are really eclectic. I really love their harmonies and how all their songs showcase true talent and a knack for trying new things.

Who gave Oasis valium? This music is slow and depressing, most of the time. I'm neither a moody teenager or a musically, deep thinker. Also, since I'm neither recovering from the death of a loved one or just recently dumped, this kind of music doesn't pass the vibe check.

The first half of the album feels like freshman rap. The beats aren’t hitting very hard and are pretty basic. The 2nd half is great! The music and bass are a little louder, the lyrics are clear and relatable. Highlights include "Check the Technique" and "Here Today, Gone Tomorrow."

Such a fresh and beautiful album. The first couple songs, "Smile Please" and "Heaven is Ten Zillion Light Years Away" made me smile and bob my head. I also like funky Stevie Wonder. The songs, "Boogies on Reggae Woman" and "You Haven't Done Nothin'" are fun to listen to. Stevie Wonder is a wonderful vocalist and definitely hit the right mix of pop music and personal lyrics.

It's a little difficult to listen this album because this kind of 80s rock is so cliche now. The defined guitar riff, the strained, loud vocals, the themes of partying and lost/found love. They are all present. It's a cool album to listen to and I'm not sure how era-defining it is, but it certainly ticks all the hallmarks of 80s metal bands. Also, I had no idea the opening german gibberish from “Pretty Fly for a White Guy” was from “Rock of Ages!”

I love albums that have a strong, relaxing vibe. I read online this is a concept albums about the stages of life told through the movement of the seasons. This is clear in the music. The first songs like "Grass" feel like summer. Then there are songs about rain, they're a little more melancholy as the album moves into autumn. I love the sound of this album and it makes me happy that I endeavored to listen to all 1001 albums.

The first half of the album is a stripped down, folky guitar music. It’s ok if you can stand Neil Young’s whiny voice. The last third of the album brings in the electric guitar and it really makes the album come alive! “Powderfinger” was a real highlight.

This album is like listening to cool music in a really loud bar. Hard to hear the melodies, the lyrics, etc. Turned it off. Terrible.

I just don’t think I’m a Radiohead guy. Their music doesn’t “speak” to me. The vocals are boring, the music isn’t particularly catchy.

I guess this answers a question nobody asked: “what would ambiance sound like if it was a song?” Boring tones, long soundscapes. Apparently this was revolutionary for synth-pop. Ok? I just don’t know who wants to listen to this. One good song. Can’t remember the name. Not going back in to find out.

I do not like The Smiths. I appreciate centering acoustic guitars, but goddamn I hate Morrissey's vocals. They're so sad and blasé. Even with cool music playing in the background, once Morrissey's vocals kick in, it kills the song. So moody. His singing makes every song sound the same. Also the title track, "meat is murder." C'mon man.

It’s funny to describe this album as Beatles-esque, but it totally is. The songs are shorter than I expected and there’s a few instrumental songs too. McCartney is plenty talented and it shows. Enjoyed my time with this one.

I really like the lyrics and beats. My problem with this album is that almost every song is ruined by some sampled sound that’s really annoying. An awful high pitched sound that barely hits the rhythm or a terrible piano riff that goes for the whole song. “Ain’t the Devil Happy” is damn good.

A sitar cover of "Jumpin' Jack Flash?!" Awesome. I don't know why I associate the sound of a sitar with something mystical or spiritual. Each pluck of the sitar is like words to a song. Really enjoyed listening to this instrumental album Shankar is clearly talented. "Rahupati" was also a great listen.

Three Dog Night + Credence Clearwater Revival. Morrison's soulful rock is excellent. I'm a sucker for songs with horns and this album absolutely delivers. I was hooked from the first song, "And It Stoned Me," and the hits just kept on coming. I didn't skip any song. I was entranced, I was bobbing my head, I was digging the rhythms. I downloaded the album.

This dude is amazing! The beats, the rhythm! Really enjoyed listening to it. I wish it were in English I could understand it :(

A pleasant listen. Short, catchy music definitely of its era.

Holy moly this is 80s! The songs “Shout” and “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” are on this album, but they’re so so long. Every song is at least 6-8 mins. There’s only so much of their distinctive 80s sound I can handle.

As I was listening to this album, I kept thinking "these dudes have to be American." It's got that CCR, Three Dog Night, Lynyrd Skynyrd southern rock vibe. Apparently, they're British and their lead singer is "one of the most gifted interpreters of American music around..." It shows. The songs a little long, but most of them are lyric heavy. The high pitch guitar riffs fit in perfectly. I didn't know that "Feelin' Alright" was their song! I only knew the Joe Cocker cover. A big hell yeah to this album, muted southern rock as presented by a bunch of brits.

This album is a little boring. Carole King and Jewel do the "white girl plays acoustic guitar with heartfelt lyrics" way better. It's not bad perse, but I found nothing particularly memorable about this album.

His songs are so long. Why? The intros go on forever. The music is kinda cool. There’s some jazzy piano riffs throughout that are fun to listen to. Can’t say any song really stood out for me.

Such a good album. "All These Things I've done," "Somebody Told Me," and "Mr. Brightside" are amazing songs. The rest of the songs are good, but never quite reach the heights of these three.

I think this is the earliest ska I’ve ever heard. Ska has come a long way from this. The beats and music is there, but it feels totally disconnected from the singing. It’s hard to describe. The Specials walked so Reel Big Fish could run.

Metal and punk at the same time. Sometimes a little heavier than I prefer. This album didn’t have any of the songs I know from them, but still a good listen. I don’t think I have the angst to relate to this album.

"Cherub Rock" and "Today" are awesome songs. The rest are definitely grungey, angsty time capsules of the 90s. The Smashing Pumpkins mix emotion and rock really well. Great album.

Like if Daft Punk was artsy and pretentious. "Europe Endless" was moody and cool. "Showroom Dummies" is haunting and kind of funny? The songs are long and get really repetitive. However, I admire the soundscapes and looping musicality of the album. I read that many musicians have samples this album and it's clear that's why it's on this list.

"Back in the Saddle" and "Last Child" are great songs. The others are great, but not particularly memorable. Steven Tyler's "devilish howl" can pierce an eardrum. Great to hear an album by a band with so many hits.

Shock Rock is a neat musical genre. The songs are sometimes hard rock, sometimes Rolling Stones-like.

Really confusing genre. Rock? Country? Rockabilly? Either way, it has a cool sound. “Money for Nothing” and “Walk of Life” are great.

Big on drums. It's funny the way I've always associated Janet Jackson's songs with a certain type of hard-hitting, rhythmic drum beat. There are some pretentious interludes, but I guess they kind of set up the next song? Meh. Distinctly late 80s and definitely has a few songs I can bob my head too. Obviously, the title track, "Rhythm Nation" is probably the best song on the album.

It’s like a pop band was tasked with making elevator music. Sometimes it sounds like the instruments are “singing,” which was a neat effect. Not sure why it’s on the list, but there’s definitely talent there.

The first few songs are great. Slacker Rock + Fatboy Slim. The drums and bass lines are heavy. The song lyrics all sound kinda suicidal, but the melody is poppy and fun. I'm reminded of what David Byrne said about Talking Heads lyrics, they don't make actual sense, they make emotional sense. I think Beck should cut his songs down to 3 mins or so, after that there's not much to be gained.

Kind of a pretentious album in the first half. 1970s high pitch lofty sound. The back half is where it's at. Same sound, but the lyrics are about being friend-zoned or going to Tokyo. I swear he mention Dragonball Z and Mortal Kombat, which makes the very serious music really funny and interesting.

Cool guitar and drums. Not sure I can hear a bassist? This album has "Sharp Dressed Man" and "Legs." All the songs are 4 mins, but the last 1.5-2 mins are just guitar jamming. They could definitely be cut for time, unless you adore ZZ Top's guitar sound.

I think the Beastie Boys are really good at creating music and beats. Rhythm, however, doesn't change from song to song. Their same brand of shout rapping doesn't change from song to song, so the album can feel a bit samey. "Sabotage" is awesome. The other songs are good, but they're all doing the same thing.

It's a Cuban albums of nice-sounding Spanish songs. It's pleasant enough, but not my style of music.

Very pleasant album. Country Carol King. If you listen to too many in a row, it’s can start to sound samey, but this album put me in a good mood.

Ugh. Another angry British punk band. Please, get therapy instead of making music.

Amazing album! Janis has such a great rock voice. "Cry Baby" and "Bury Me Alive in Blues" are real standouts, but they're all good.

The internet says this isn't grunge, but c'mon, it's clearly grunge. Lots of depression, heavy instruments and catchy tunes. I enjoyed the album, but it's hard to vibe with it when I'm not an angsty teen anymore.

Some of the songs start simple, then build up as more instruments are added. Quite a morbid album, but pretty cool.

I don't like the vocal effects placed on the lead singer's voice. The guitarist is too talented for this band. It's a really loud album and sometimes the lyrics are quite ironic. "Standing in the Shower...Thinking" was really funny to me. Overall, didn't really enjoy this album much.

Some nice sounding Spanish music. The first song had me thinking it was going to be a Spanish disco album, but it was like all the other Spanish albums I've been given so far. Pretty good, not my thing.

What in the “easy listening” adult contemporary boring schlock is this?

Great album! Their famous cover of “Take Me to the River” is on this album. You can tell that they are inches from their signature sound.

I'm really not a fan of big band music, but I can't argue against Ray Charles' lyrics and melodies. "Let the Good Times Roll," "It Had to be You," and "Alexander's Ragtime Band" are great if you can get past the big band screeching of instruments.

Another big band instrumental. No thanks.

I don’t know what makes an album of cover songs make this list, but I’m glad it’s here. Otis Redding makes every song better. His voice is soulful and changes the vibe of the song. “Wonderful World” and “Respect” are the standouts.

I get why it’s on the list. The fusion of Afro-beats and Latin jazz is cool. The jazz solos are great and it all just works.

British new wave is always cool. Very distinctly 80s.

So many musical influences! I love that Thundercat and George Clinton are featured. “King Kunta” is great. Man loves his yams. Other songs seem gratuitously thrown together in a pretentious, artistic way.

90s rap has such an awesome beat and a real message. Too many samples and extra noises that dilute how good this album could have been. “911 is a Joke,” “Welcome to the Terrordome, annd “Burn Hollywood” are top songs.

Calm rock from the 80s. The lead singer has a slightly sweet, wistful tone. I dig it even if I can’t figure out what makes it so special. “Deep One” and “April Skies” are great.

Rock, folk, and indie music combined. “You ain’t the problem” really grabbed my attention and the next two songs were also bangers. Then it get moody, a little boring, but always melodically intricate. This dude has talent and is fun to listen to.

Stevie Wonder has such a wonderful voice. The funk basslines combine well with his sultry lyrics. Obviously, “Superstitious” is the best song on the album.

Singer/songwriters need to be good at both, and Nico just ain’t. There is actually some nice melodies on this album. The producer made the right choice when he added the string and woodwinds, but none of that saves the album from Nico’s flat “singing” voice.

Super fun album! It’s too bad they don’t keep using the horns after the first song. Funny song titles and awesome 70s rock.

Some songs are great and some songs sound like hold music. I feel like the keyboard/organist/piano player takes the spotlight more than Santana. Anyway, it’s a fine album, but instrumentals aren’t my usual thing.

A very sweet album. I’m a sucker for concept albums and this was pleasant to listen to.

Country rock is a great genre. There's some Three Dog Night, a little Bachman Turner Overdrive, and a complete hoedown in the middle of the album. There's also a weirdly religious song in the back half that feels out of place. It was a great listen, but it was a little all over the place.

Another Radiohead album. Another slog through 90s melancholy. Their music is like modern art. I don't get it.

Wah-Wah makes this albums worth listening to. There are other good songs too, but none achieve the greatness of that one. More rock songs with horns please. More George Harrison albums please.

It's folksy rock. Don't remember a single song. The dude's got talent, but doesn't really leave an impression.

“Custard Pie” and “Kashmir” are clear standouts, but this whole album is awesome. I mean, it went 16x platinum,

It's a fairly boring album. The first few songs are dull, Cohen isn't really singing. There's more melodies in the back half. "Sister of Mercy" is a great song, which saved this album from getting a 2.

The songs are repetitive and go on for too long. If they were more focused and didn’t take so long to build, it’d be way better. “Going out of my head” is the standout.

Super fun album. Souther gothic adventures about murder and dodgy preachers. This band is having a great time. The lead singer kind of sounds like Mick Jagger at times.

Janelle Monae is amazing. So many bops on this album. Her ability to switch genres, vocal quality, and style is top notch. Best songs on the album are "Locked Inside," "Cold War," and "Oh, Maker."

“Black Dog,” “Rock and Roll,” and “Stairway to Heaven.” Phenomenal album.

A vocal quality like Panic at the Disco and some pop beats. I just learned it’s called vocal waver. Just plain fun. The “Under the Boardwalk” cover is cool. Unfortunately, the 2nd half of the album is a little more juvenile in theme and music style.

It's hard to go back to this album. I was a different age when it was released. Now when I listen to it, I cringe. The shock humor isn't funny to me anymore and I just find myself thinking it's vulgar. Eminem is an amazing rapper, but it's hard to find this first album's subject matter and lyrics appealing.

I like the king fu film influence, but there’s only so many n-word drops I can handle before I bow out. This album is clearly not made for people who look like me, and that’s probably right.

Sam Cooke is having a great time making this live album. Every song is catchy, fun, and fun to sing along to. I've only heard the Commitments' version of "Bring It on Home to Me," so it was cool to listen to the original. I also didn't know Sam Cooke sand "Twistin' the Night Away."

A solid album. I love the mix of lounge rock and piano. "Stay With Me" is a banger. Every song is good, but not always memorable.

So weird. Some psychadelic vibes, mostly instrumental. Lyrics can be nonsensical. Definitely has a new wave, synthesizer sound, too. I did not enjoy this album.

I had really high hopes for this album, but I didn't care for most of the songs. "Moonage Daydream," "Starman," and "Ziggy Stardust" are amazing. The rest? Meh. I wonder why the music doesn't feel very filled out. Still, love the concept.

The machine gun-like drums are a cool part of the album, but it doesn’t overtake the sadness at its heart. I’m not sad enough for albums like this. I much prefer The Cure’s radio-friendly pop stuff.

Imagine thinking Peter Gabreil is a "Sledgehammer." That's apparently the most popular song on the album and it's silly in how tough it tries to be. This might be the whitest music on the list. Mr. Gabriel is very talented, but the 80s synthesizers are a real vibe and it ain't mine.

Draft Punk and Fatboy slim had an awful baby. It's this album.

Overall, just an ok album. It does have the original "That 70s Show" theme on it! Also, the song, "Thirteen" is fantastic. Most of the other songs are like a poor man's Led Zeppelin.

Absolute top album. Every song tells a story and I'm a sucker for rock operas. "Bat Out of Hell," "Paradise by the Dashboard Light," and"You Took the Words Right out of my Mouth" are amazing.

Nothing stands out on this album. It’s fine.

Like Beck and Radiohead came together, led by one of the most dull, boring lead vocalists on the list.

“Hells Bells,” “You Shook Me All Night Long,” and “Back in Black” made this album an all timer. There are some other awesome, but forgettable songs on here.

Pretty good middle section. "Save Me," People," and "Join the Boys" are good songs. Nothing on this album reaches any real heights.

A cool, flower-power, psychedelic adventure. "Somebody to Love," "Embryonic Journey," and "White Rabbit." The song with the female vocalist are way better than the others.

Listening to the album is one sitting is probably a mistake. All the songs start to sound the same after a while. "Sunday Bloody Sunday" and "New Years Eve" are great, but the rest of the album does nothing to distinguish itself from those two, awesome songs.

I think I mostly just like Rolling Stones singles. Their foray into blues and southern rock is fine, but also boring. Lots of talent, very little hooks.

For the first couple songs, I was worried there was no actual music. The build up for some of these 10 Min+ songs are far too long. The song, "Wish You Were Here" is stellar.

So many bops on this album. "Mocking Bird" from Dumb and Dumber is on here! I've never heard the original! "Wishin' and Hopin'" from My Best Friend's Wedding" and "24 Hours from Tulsa" are great, too. "Do Re Mi" is super catchy. I love this album.

I like that sometimes the rock music is infused with funk.

I wanted to like this album. The instrumentation is great. The band is clearly talented. It's the lead singer that ruins everything. I get that the vibe is punk and "who gives a shit," but that doesn't necessarily mean it's good for the ears. Even their hit, "Blister in the Sun" is worse than covers I already have on my phone.

“Bitter Sweet Symphony” is this band’s big claim to fame, but even that song wears out its welcome eventually. The rest of the songs are good, but why are they all over 6 mins?!

So many catchy songs! “Rio,” “Hungry Like a Wolf” are still awesome.

Some rockabilly, some rock, some southern rock, this album has it all. Every song is carefully crafted and they're all great.

Surprised I liked this album. “Look at You” and “Dying Days” are real standouts: long songs, but no filler.

It’s good, but sad, sappy, and sentimental. I prefer the Swift albums that have lots of bops. COVID almost ruined Taylor Swift.

Awful album. Did they rent a cheap studio? The music sounds underproduced.

Such a weird album. “Roundabout” is a great song, but there’s all kinds of instrumental piano, electronics, etc. a really eclectic mix of stuff.

"Walk on the Wild Side," "Andy's Chest," and "Perfect Day" are excellent songs. Not a great vocalist, but Loud Reed is a great songwriter.

Lots of really great songs. “Imagine” and “Crippled Inside” were my favorites.

It has that one song “Don’t You Want Me,” but not much else. The first few songs have some fun instrumental choices, but this really is a one hit wonder on a very long list.

I like flower power, psychedelic music, but this album just ain’t it.

It’s ok. Slow, vibing music with an Indian flare.

It’s ok. Slow, vibing music

There’s only two instruments in every song and they really do make it work! “My Doorbell” and “The Denial Twist” are awesome. Who knew piano and drums make such a good combination?

Im annoyed by the number of albums that clearly only have the one hit on them. Today is Dexy’s Midnight Runners and we know they’re only famous for “Come on Eileen.” So why is the whole album on this list?

It’s a great album, but all the other songs never reach the heights of “Panama” and “Jump.”

"Changes" and "Life on Mars" are genuinely great songs. The other songs are good, but nothing particularly memorable. I like the playful nature of the piano and horns in some of the songs. Very jaunty.

Surprisingly tam for the fit parent threw in the 70s and 80s.

Title track is a banger, but the others are fine.

High energy and fun, but overall smart and annoying.

A Simon and Garfunkel meets The Beetles vibe. “Get Back to You” is great.

Ireland meets The Talking Heads, but with a really annoying lead singer. Love the use of horns on this album.

Very folksy and cozy. Not sure why it was the top album of 1972. I’m glad Neil Young’s vocals were as weirdly pitched. Maybe his vocals got weirder and more distinct as he got older…

This album is awesome. There’s some Doobie Bros and some CCR influences (or maybe Hendrix was the influencer?). Loads of great songs.

"Take Your Mama Out" is a classic, but the rest just don't have the same hook.

Yo! This album has amazing beats and was super fun to listen to. Old school hip hop and funk together is a magical combination.

I won't let the nostalgia overcome my senses. There a bunch of number 1s on here, but I don't really like them. I just remember them.

It’s all good, but none of his awesome, famous songs. His early work just isn’t as catchy.

Incredible album. Livin’ on a Prayer, Shot through the Heart, Wanted Dead or Alive, and Raise Your Hand are on this one.

Experimental, high pitched, and unfun

Before the surf pop, we have edgy chill Beach Boys!

Chill jazz, not my thing.

Tom Sawyer is like the only good song on this album. Also, there’s lots of instrumental songs, but those aren’t interesting to me.

Just one excellent song among other just fine songs

Not a lot of use of the drums. Like sounds like three different acoustic guitars. The theme is always love. It’s all little adult, contemporary and boring to be honest. Lots of potential so I’m sorry to say I didn’t care for it very much. It’s good but not my taste.

I think this is Elvis‘s first album and it’s pretty clear by his voice. It’s not yet fully developed. Not every song is catchy, but there are times when it’s clear that the song needed a more powerful voice this just ain’t it still good though.

It’s disco, new wave, but why does every song need to be five minutes long?!

Jazz album. I’m sure this is wonderful but it just isn’t my type of music. It’s getting a two but not cause it’s bad but because I don’t like jazz.

This album is super pretentious. There’s lots of weird interludes, the beats are super boring. The artist has a really amazing voice, but she uses it sparingly, none of the songs are catchy. I really don’t think this is my kind of music.

Another jazz album. At least this one has the jazz organ which sounds pretty cool, but still not really my type of music.

I don’t think this whole album needs to be on the list. It has the one famous song and another song that was sampled by Will Smith in the late 90s. The rest is just really long disco.

It has one really good song, ray of light. The rest are good, but not memorable. I don’t really understand what makes this particular Madonna album one of the most influential of all time?

Every song is mercifully short, but really has Randy Newman‘s style. It all kind of sounds like whimsical or philosophical Toy story songs. And not all of them are catchy but again they’re short, which is nice.

Another great album. It’s got proud Mary on it. There are some songs that are like eight minutes and that is just too long, but overall every single song is a good song.

All the best songs. All of them.