Tough listen. Really hampered by the vocals. I'm sure there are people out there who are into this but it's so mopey and dark. The instruments aren't awful (albeit maybe a bit boring) but yeah, not great. 3.5/10 (1.75/5)

A really good album for a genre that can be pretty decisive for me. It's definitely intense and noisy but there are some great hits on this album. Just when I was thinking to myself I needed a break from the noise Soma came as a nice relief. Maybe a little front half heavy. 7/10 (3.5/5)

Turn to Stone, Sweet Talkin' Woman, and Mr. Blue Sky are all classics. The album is mostly upbeat, even Abba-esque? at times. The sound quality is pretty rough though (overly noisy/distorted at times). Lots of harmonies (sounding like Queen or even the Beatles at some points). Jungle & Birmingham Blues were new songs for me that I enjoyed. It's a good album and there weren't really any songs I wanted to skip, but I wouldn't say it was great by any means. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Holy tempo. I'm warn out just from listening to these songs, so I can't imagine how the audience in 1964 felt. Lots of covers- Money, Great Balls of Fire, Good Golly Miss Molly are 3 great songs all in a row. The other songs were mostly forgettable though. I do have to imagine it was an awesome concert to attend. 6.75/10 (3.375/5)

Obviously a groundbreaking hip-hop album but just not for me. I like the Parliament Funkadelic samples...Some good beats and iconic songs but overly crass for no need at times. 6.0/10 (3/5)

I've never really listened to a lot of Johnny Cash but know he's a legendary country music artist. I was pleasantly surprised with this album. Some interesting/different covers on the album with Danny Boy, Desperado, and In My Life. I prefer a bit more upbeat than Johnny's deep baritone dirges but all in all an enjoyable listen. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

A really good album, very enjoyable listen. Gets a little slow towards the end before picking up a bit with the last track. Thunder Road as the first song may be one of the best album openers. A solid 8/10 (4/5)

Not an album or artist I had ever heard of before, but I did recognize some of the songs. I can appreciate when they're doing and I'm sure it was great for late 90s Euro techno, but it just isn't for me. Repetitive, grating at times, with corny lyrics. Some catchy beats though. 4/10 (2/5)

Another album/artist I've never heard of. I don't even think I've heard any of these songs before. It's an enjoyable listen but I don't think there's anything that would make me want to revisit it. The songs run together a bit and it's just the definition of bang average. 6/10 (3/5)

Ugh, the whiny 80s British albums have got to stop. Freedom is a classic but I'm just bored listening to this album. It just makes me feel like I'm listening to a much worse Michael Jackson. 4/10 (2/5)

There's certainly some potential here. Classic rock and roll (with all the good and bad that entails). Definitely some enjoyable moments but some that just drag on way too long (looking at you drum and screeching guitar solos). A 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Admittedly I'm a Talking Heads fan so I already knew I'm a fan of the album. Some forgettable songs but mostly solid with a couple hits. David Byrne's singing can get annoying after a while but all in all a really good album. 7.75/10 (3.875/5)

Damn, what an album. So many great songs and enjoyable from start to finish. My only complaint is that the album is a bit front loaded with hits. The second half of the album starts to blend together a bit. 8.25/10 (4.125/5)

I don't think this album was made for me, per se. It's above average though and somewhat enjoyable. I do think sometimes the music may have been compromised for the sake of making a message, but maybe that's more important. 6/10 (3/5)

It's The Beatles so there's obviously a handful of timeless classics here. However, I can't help but feel like it sounds too dated. The vocals really have that 50s/early 60s quality and you can tell. Not a single song over 3 minutes as well. 6/10 (3/5)

Well Marvin Gaye's vocals are good. That's pretty much where this album ends though. It's just so darn boring. Someone listening with me described it like they felt like they were at a bank and it was one continuous song. 5/10 (2.5/5)

An above average album, but nothing great. Take Me Out is obviously a hit and there weren't any bad songs on the album really. However, I can't help but feel like I'm at a friend's band's show at a local bar with some of these songs. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Meh. Just so average, I don't even really have any comments. It's a movie soundtrack. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

A pleasant surprise. Have never really listened to Rufus Wainwright but I enjoyed it. The vocals are almost Thom Yorke-esque at times. Some of the slower ballads dragged on a bit but all in all an above average album. 7.25/10 (3.625/5)

Yeah I just can't fairly rate this album. It might be great but I can't get through a metal album. The vocals are so tough.

Meh. I like some Elvis Costello songs but this album doesn't really do it for me. Seems like it just relies on trying to be quirky and evoke a nostalgic 50s sound. I just imagine Fred Armisen in Portlandia singing all these songs. 6/10 (3/5)

I can dig it. A couple songs missing on Spotify unfortunately. Great vocals and solid instrumentals behind him. 7.25/10 (3.625/5)

Solid album from start to finish. Every song was pretty unique and there wasn't anything I really wanted to skip. There's even some church organs on a couple songs which is wild. 6.75/10 (3.375/5)

Eh. Had never heard of this band before so it was good to be exposed to something new. It's fine but the vocals get pretty annoying after a while. There just isn't really a good song on the album. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

As someone who admittedly doesn't listen to a lot of lyrics, these songs aren't for me for that reason. They are very lyric dependent with some light music going on in the background. The lyrics might very well be good (although they seemed corny at times) and reminded me of Bob Dylan/Paul Simon in places. Just not an album for me. Also- album cover looks like Al Pacino...is Leonard actually Al Pacino? 5/10 (2.5/5)

This album could've been one song and I would've believed you. Maybe that's on me for being ignorant but there just isn't much here. I think in general a lack of lyrics is going to make any album lesser rated, but even the instrumentation here is just kind of boring and grating. 4/10 (2/5)

Yeah this is about as good as it gets. Every song is excellent and infinitely repeatable. Caravan also probably being one of my favorite songs of all time. My first 5 star review- 9.5/10 (4.75/5)

What a weird album. I've never heard any of these songs before. I actually found myself enjoying a lot of the instruments, there's some great guitar, keyboard, and sax solos. The new-wave-esque vocals are too much though and really detract from the instrumentals. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Meh. Too dated but some enjoyable guitar/banjo playing. Honestly one of the first albums I didn't listen to all the way through. 4/10 (2/5)

I enjoyed this album more than I thought I was going to. Pretty unique and was able to keep me entertained throughout. I can imagine being at a rave in the early 90s and really digging this. 7/10 (3.5/5)

An album I still remember hearing for the first time. Enjoyable all the way through 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Wanted to give this album a 4 purely based on No Woman No Cry alone but then you hear a song like Natty Dread and realize some of these songs are a bit phoned in. I know the simplistic nature is intentional but still. Solid album though. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Bit of a confusing one on the list here. No song with over 80,000 plays on Spotify so I don't quite understand the inclusion here. Sounds like a band that's playing in the background of a bar you're at. Occasionally you find yourself nodding along, but not really. 4/10 (2/5)

Album starts off with a banger but gets worse the longer it goes on. It's U2. Meh. 5/10 (2.5/5)

Interesting album for sure. Some of the other top comments summarized it well- playful/unserious to the extent where it's a bit detrimental to the quality of the album. The raps/flow is undeniably catchy but do we really need interludes and skits along the way? 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

Heavy hitter today. Widely regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time. Definitely groundbreaking for its time and still holds up to this day. I think it comes down to if you vibe with the vocals or not. While I don't love them, I don't hate them either. 8/10 (4/5)

Solid way to start off St. Patrick's week. I definitely prefer the instruments over the vocals, but it was an enjoyable listen. 6/10 (3/5)

I know this is a seminal hip hop album, but it gets pretty annoying after a while. The songs really start blending together and I feel like I'm getting yelled at. Not for me. 4/10 (2/5)

Gotta love Frank Sinatra. Enjoyable listen all the way through but gets a little slow in the middle. I was right on the edge of rating it a 4 but I simply don't think I'd re-listen to the album again. I'll listen to certain songs but not the whole album all the way through, and I think that makes it a 3. 7/10 (3.5/5)

I mean sure this was a fine album and I enjoyed listening to it. Some good beats and rap. However, a top 1001 album of all time? Not even close. 5/10 (2.5/5)

One of the great rap albums of all time. Plenty of above average songs. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Short and sweet. Great vocals, good backing instrumentals and enjoyable throughout. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Well I definitely think they chose the right band name. Evokes memories of watching the Weather Channel in the 90s or going to Arby's with your grandparents. I'm so confused with this album though because I kind of dug it. Like I'm never going to listen to it ever again but it wasn't bad. 5/10 (2.5/5)

I got 10 songs in and had to stop at a "A Visit To The Gynecologyst". I really tried to give this album a shot but it's trash. There's a bit of potential here but it's totally undone but the 90s rap crudeness and unnecessary vulgarity. 2/10 (1/5)

I can see why some people might like this, but I am not one of them. Whiny vocals with generic rock backing. 4/10 (2/5)

Not necessarily an album I'm reaching for but you have to respect the unique talent and songwriting here. An album deserving of this list. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Another album that was more enjoyable than I thought it would be. Vocals can be pretty whiny Brit-pop at times but a solid and unique album. 6/10 (3/5)

Not bad, but also not really sure it deserves a spot on this list. Sounded like a Jack White prototype. 5/10 (2.5/5)

Wow, what an album. I've never heard of this band before but it's right up my alley. The psychedelic folk with Irish sounding vocals is top notch. 8/10 (4/5)

3 huge hits that are enjoyable but the rest of the album is kind of forgettable. The vocals can be too much at times. I did like the last song too though (since there wasn't much singing). Middle of the road. 6/10 (3/5)

Middle of the road, no big standouts but no skips either. Down to Zero was probably my favorite off the album. 5/10 (2.5/5)

Not an album I'm going to listen to all the way through. I get the gist after 3 songs and I'm not a fan on Linkin Park. I was going to give this a 2 as I know some people love it even though it isn't for me but F it, it's a 2/10 (1/5)

The deeper you get into the list the more you realized how UK-skewed it is. Also the commitment to a diverse array of music can be great but also a big negative at points. I think I need to start viewing this list as just "1001 random albums" and not the best 1001 of all time. "Pilgrim" was brutal to get through with its weak spoken-word. I feel like I've heard most of these songs in a wannabe trendy hotel lobby before. This album is all over the place, and not in a good way, with no cohesiveness from song to song. 3/10 (1.5/5)

Finally an album I was excited to listen to. Enjoyable and some definite all-time hits on here. However, some of the other tracks fall a bit flat and get repetitive. I'm sure it'd be amazing live or at a club, but for just listening at home it doesn't translate very well. Still an above average album though. 7/10 (3.5/5)

Oh great, another Elvis Costello album. I feel like every time I listen to an album of his I enjoy the first 1-2 songs and then they slowly start to drive me crazy. 4/10 (2/5)

Not a favorite genre of mine but you have to respect the appreciate the significance of this album. Huge hits and the other tracks were good as well. 7/10 (3.5/5)

Not my favorite genre but an enjoyable listen. 6/10 (3/5)

Another random inclusion on this list. The vocals are really rough on this. Instrumentals are fine enough but all around it's just kind of a below average album that doesn't belong here. 4/10 (2/5)

I made it 4 songs in and had to turn it off. Why is this here? Trash "easy listening" with shaky vocals. 2.5/10 (1.25/5)

Actually kind of enjoyed this album. The first random "world music" album on this list that I've liked. The music is pretty catchy. 6/10 (3/5)

Just fine. Not my genre, and maybe it's just me but the songs really blend together after a while. Cool album art and name though. 4/10 (2/5)

Classic Beastie Boys. Great if you're into them but the yell rapping can get old after a while. 5/10 (2.5/5)

Simple, easy listening. The vocals aren't great but the guitar is nice. Nothing wrong with this. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

Very unexpected when I only know the Bee Gees from their disco hits. This was like a David Bowie/Beatles/ELO combination. A fine album. Nothing great and nothing awful. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

Great, more mediocre British synthpop. Thought it was going to be an average 3 after the first couple songs but it could pretty annoying to listen to the longer it went on. Nothing really notable here. 4/10 (2/5)

Solid album. Not much to note, good classic mid 2000 rap. 6/10 (3/5)

Much better than the earlier Marvin Gaye album on this list. Songs flow together beautifully, the vocals are on point (of course), and the backing instrumentals are good too. Above average and would consider listening to again in its entirety. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Better than most jazz albums. A couple of the songs I really enjoyed (especially Desafinado the opener. The songs do start to blend together after a while but it's nice that the album is on the shorter side. 6/10 (3/5)

Look, I get it. It's a Sri Lankan fusion of rap and world music and that was new and unique, but man, this is pretty jarring. I feel like this album could be played by militaries to torture prisoners. It's just so noisy and busy in all the worst ways. For the sole reason that Paper Planes is a banger I'll give it a 3/10 (1.5/5)

Fine, above average for an old album. Good vocals. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

Yeah this album rocks. Only 6 songs but 3 of them are 9+ minutes which I think is a good choice. Great jamming and excellent drum & guitar work. A pleasant surprise. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

This is a tough one. I'm right on the edge of a 4 or 5. Great album, very enjoyable and probably the best 3 song start to an album of all time. There is some repetition as the album goes on, but it's short enough that it isn't bothersome. Since this is probably the second or third best album on this list I've heard in 60+ albums, I'll give it the 5. 9/10 (4.5/5)

A classic nostalgic album with some awesome hits (and great album art as well). 7/10 (3.5/5)

This was a fun hip hop album. Good flow, fun backing instruments, no complaints. No standouts but no skips either. 6/10 (3/5)

I do enjoy the nasally raps of Cypress Hill and thought it was an enjoyable listen. Many points lost, however, due to every song being about smoking weed. We get it, you smoke. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

Well every song sounded unique, but that isn't necessarily a good thing. Honestly just a pretty boring listen that I don't need to hear again. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

It's Elvis. I'm sure it was groundbreaking and new at the time but it's never been for me. I'm just not a big fan of Elvis's vocals but you do have to appreciate the new sound and pioneering an upbeat country/rock and roll sound. 5/10 (2.5/5)

I mean...it's fine. Really just a lot of noises though for the sake of making noise. I don't need all the screeching and sirens and extended guitar riffs. Sounds like the music your kid's band makes in your garage. 4/10 (2/5)

Wow, the falsetto singing is absolutely brutal. It's almost comically bad. Just altogether pretty lifeless and bland rock with very few redeemable qualities. I'll round up to two stars just because some of the guitar didn't make me want to kill myself (like everything else did). 3/10 (1.5/5)

More British nonsense. The vocals are so odd and boring. I'm turning this off after 4 songs. I'm not wasting any more time on this. 2/10 (1/5)

A masterpiece. Timeless and a classic for a reason. Vocals, songwriting, instruments, production all top notch. 9/10 (4.5/5)

Not always the biggest fan of the Rolling Stones but this is a good one. The prominent harmonica throughout is a big plus and a legendary opener in Gimme Shelter. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Brand new to me and an enjoyable listen. I thought it was Phil Collins on vocals at first and very reminiscent of DMB/Coldplay. Nothing groundbreaking but nothing awful either. 6/10 (3/5)

Ah great, some more bang average British music. Can't wait to listen to more tomorrow. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

Can't listen to this one but I'll give it a 2 star

I'm sure in 1956 this was the best thing going. Almost 70 years later though and I'm just kind of bored. Way too long of an album to finish. 4/10 (2/5)

Admittedly I probably have a classic rock bias, so I may rate this one a bit higher than it's worth but it's an enjoyable listen. Out on the Tiles was a surprise standout. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Tough listen. Really not my genre and some really unenjoyable sounds all around. I know Sonic Youth is a very well regarded band if you're into punk, but it's simply not for me. At least the album was short. 3/10 (1.5/5)

Oh yeah, this is a good one. A rare pleasant surprise. I've heard some Deerhunter before but never an album all the way through and it was a good listen from start to finish. 7/10 (3.5/5)

You ever see an album cover and just groan to yourself because you know what's coming? This was better than expected but only because my expectations were so low. Unremarkably average. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Above average for an Elvis album. Vocals were cleaner but the songs get repetitive after a while (album has 16 songs, which is probably too many). 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

Amazing opening and closing tracks sandwiching some more middle of the road songs. I expected this album to be higher but it was still a good listen. 6/10 (3/5)

It's fine. Never something I am going to choose to listen to but it doesn't make me angry like a 1 star does. Just a weird genre in general and boring. Album is also way too long and I turned it off after 3 songs. Sounds like something you'd hear in the background of a hotel trying to be hip. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Definitely a revolutionary album for it's time and I'm sure it was a great addition to psychedelic landscape. However, it doesn't hold up very well. By no means is it a bad album, just kind of blase besides for a couple of hits. 5/10 (2.5/5)

A new listen for me. Middle of the road. I especially enjoyed some of the instrumentals but the vocals were a bit dated. A short album though and there are certainly worse albums on the list. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

Definitely an above average album. Great guitar playing (which makes sense considering it's Eric Clapton and Duane Allman). I don't know what it is but I feel like something's missing for this to be truly great though. It's also too long of an album with six songs that are 6+ minutes. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Hard to dislike Stevie. An enjoyable album but he's at his best with more upbeat songs, which this album doesn't have enough of. Boogie On and You Haven't Done Nothin' are great and funky, but everything else is a bit too slow. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Yep, these are songs. Fine, really nothing stands out about the album. I feel like the mixing is odd in places and the vocals feel like a whisper/distorted at times. Meh. 5/10 (2.5/5)

This album isn't bad by any means...but it also isn't good either. British ska just seems wrong for some reason. At the end of the day it was just kind of boring and nothing stood out but at the same time it still kind of grooves. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Yikes, tough listen. Not being a fan of punk certainly doesn't help but oof, those vocals. One song would end and I would sigh in relief only for the next song to start right back up where the last left off- screetching and yelling. 3/10 (1.5/5)

Kind of silly to have a 20 minute song that's just a combination of like 5 different songs. But all things considered this was a good album. Not a huge Rush fan (mostly due to the vocals) but this wasn't awful. 6/10 (3/5)

Love me some David Bowie. This album was pretty good but not earth shattering. Some good diverse songs to keep the album from growing stale and a couple of great hits. 7/10 (3.5/5)

Really don't have a lot to say about this album. It was a good listen from start to finish and I'd listen to it again. Definitely above average. 8/10 (4/5)

This music is pretty infectious. Perfect to put on in the background. Funky, smooth vocals, with great bass lines. I didn't listen to disc 2 (with live/demo versions) as it was simply too long. I'm between a 3 and a 4 but we'll round up for Jamiroquai. 7/10 (3.5/5)

If you're into this genre, I'm sure this is great. I'm not though, and I don't want listen all the way through this. Too much screaming and loudness. 4/10 (2/5)

I always wondered if I thought Willie Nelson was a bad singer/sounded like an old man because I've only heard him recently when he is a very old man. However, this album from 1978 shows that's just how he has always sounded. Maybe the appeal is that he sounds like he has absolutely no business singing? I don't get it. I thought Kermit the frog was singing sometimes. Songs were alright but man cannot sing. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Perfectly average. Nothing remarkable to note at all really but that's not necessarily bad. Great for a debut album. I enjoyed listening throughout and would listen again in the background. 6/10 (3/5)

Noooo not this old bag of bones again. Turning off at the start of the second song. I don't want this old man raping my ears with his creepy voice. 1/10 (0.5/5)

Not what I was expecting at all, in a good way. I was worried this would be more British garbage when I saw the band name but it was a pretty good album. The piano especially was a highlight but also the horns and other backing instruments. Really all over the place though stylistically. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Not exactly a huge fan of the Smiths but I liked this album. Morrissey's singing does get old after a while though and the songs tend to blend together. 6.75/10 (3.375/5)

Great vocals, of course. Not my go-to style as it's a bit outdated but obviously immensely talented. 6/10 (3/5)

This was a fine listen. Short songs, nice singing, kind of boring. First song almost had a John Fogerty sound to it and I got some Elvis vibes throughout as well. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

This album started off with a lot of potential and quickly went downhill. I thought the sound was new and fresh and then it turned into a lot of noise (summed up perfectly with the last song which is just banging of instruments). Almost Yoko Ono levels of screetching in places. Unique and I don't hate that it's on this list but it wasn't an enjoyable listen. 4/10 (2/5)

Van the man. Vibrant, electric, and entertaining throughout. A perfect album to throw on in the background while hanging on the patio. The fact that it's a live album deserves some credit as well. 8/10 (4/5)

Pretty average album. Some fun keyboards/organ with the usual weird British vocals. It really would be a pretty good album if it weren't for the dumb sounding singing. 5/10 (2.5/5)

A fun listen. Huge energy and I'm sure it was a blast to see in person. Vocals are great but there's not enough in the way of other instruments to elevate this album to a 4. Still glad I listened though. 7/10 (3.5/5)

Average British pop. Not much to note and didn't want to finish the album. 5/10 (2.5/5)

On the fence with this one. Some of the more indie sounding songs were actually pretty good but the album also has a punk aspect to it which I didn't enjoy as much. We'll round up as I know there's much worse 80s British out there plus there being a song titled Gary's Got a Boner. 5/10 (2.5/5)

Honestly pretty underwhelming. The album just sounds a bit too dated to hold up and it's clear this album is from 1965. Obviously My Generation is a hit but that's about the only noteworthy thing on the album. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Going to give this one a rare 5. It's got everything. Great vocals, fun instrumentals, and a varied song list. This album never got stale and was enjoyable from start to finish. Some amazing hits and even the deep cuts were good. 9/10 (4.5/5)

Is it great? Yes. Is it a masterpiece? I'm not so sure. There are a heap of classic songs on here but at a certain point it's almost like it's reputation precedes it and you go into it assuming it's an all timer. It's simply too long and seems like it veers into too much of an "art project" for lack of a better description. 8.5/10 (4.25/5)

This album is carried heavily by Son of a Preacher Man. While that's an amazing song, the rest of the album is very slow, sounds dated, and doesn't have a lot to offer. Not bad by any means but kind of boring. 4/10 (2/5)

I've never heard of this band before but this is great. I wish the vocals were a little bit better but honestly just a well made album. The album art perfectly summarizes how this album sounds- good, easy listening. I'm a fan. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

It's British rap. It's fine but not great by any means. Admittedly not my genre but still, there's not much to note here. Lyrics can be cheesy/cringe at times (see Numbers). Meh. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Holy falsetto. This album sounds like Tiny Tim, Queen, and Rush teamed up to make an album. It's weird and I'm not sure who chooses to listen to this for enjoyment. It sounds like Sparks thought of a random song name and then they just say that word over and over again until you're mad. This wasn't good. 3/10 (1.5/5)

ABBA rules, that's all. 8/10 (4/5)

Amazing 3 songs to start off the album. A bit of a lull after that but still a great listen. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Definitely a very historic album and I'm glad I took the opportunity to listen to it. I enjoyed the "liveness" to this album with Johnny's banter to the inmates. After a while though I couldn't help but wonder when the album was going to end. A good listen but not my go-to genre/style. 6/10 (3/5)

This album almost got 2 stars purely based on the fact I was able to get through it, but then Poledo came on and I think that may be one of the worst songs of all time. This is trash. Awful vocals, guitar is annoying, and tons of annoying screetching/noises put in just because. 2.5/10 (1.25/5)

Did not listen but giving 3 stars 6/10 (3/5)

I get it, but I don't necessarily like it. Still groundbreaking and raw and deserving of this list. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Yeah, this is pretty good. Every song is pretty solid but I still kind of feel like I want more from them. Other commenters are correct that it is just kind of boring after a while. Sprawl II is one of the greats though. 7/10 (3.5/5)

Excellent electric guitar playing. That's really about it. Very short album. Some classic late 60s vocals. Slightly above average 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Fine album. Not a huge fan of the Stones and Mick Jagger but it is what it is. A bit confused with the difference in the UK and US album versions so I'm not sure which one I should be ranking. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

Tough listen. Really hampered by the vocals. I'm sure there are people out there who are into this but it's so mopey and dark. The instruments aren't awful (albeit maybe a bit boring) but yeah, not great. 3.5/10 (1.75/5)

Enjoyable from start to finish. Love the guitar. Dire Straits is much more than just the hits (though those are exceptional too). 8.5/10 (4.25/5)

I don't think I really like Steely Dan. Similar to The Doobie Brothers with Michael McDonald, I just don't like the vocals. It all just feels kind of...lifeless? I'm not sure why or when I would be listening to music like this. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

This....wasn't as bad as it could have been. There were parts that were actually enjoyable. Ruined by the awful screetching noises in spots, but better than most of a similar genre. 5/10 (2.5/5)

Really solid album from start to finish. Some great hits and a couple less popular songs. Just fun, classic rock and roll. John Bonham is so good. 8.5/10 (4.25/5)

What is this nonsense? Started on a bad foot with the self-written Spotify description describing the band as "one of the world's most exciting, influential, innovative, and compelling bands." Get out of here with that pretentiousness. This is garbage. Vocals are creepy with empty ambient music backing them. Just write poetry instead. Turned off after 3 songs. 1.5/10 (0.75/5)

Fun album. Very different but glad it's on here. The instruments can be repetitive but in a good way. Above average for sure. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Masterfully executed and an enjoyable listen. Not a genre I turn to often but this has to be one of the best of its kind. 7/10 (3.5/5)

A rather unremarkable album, which isn't a bad thing. The sound is a bit dated but there weren't any songs I was dying to skip. Short album, quick songs. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

A nice, calming album. Soothing vocals backed by solid instrumentals. Gets a bit boring as it goes on but above average overall. I much prefer this over a Leonard Cohen or something similar. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Just one of the best. You have to be a fan of the style and harmonization but it's so good if you are. Deserving of 5 stars. 9/10 (4.5/5)

Honestly...I don't get all the hype around this album. Sure it's good and Prince brings a unique element that only he can, but some of these songs aren't great. Let's Go Crazy is an awesome starter but The Beautiful Ones is awful. One of the best of all time? No. 6/10 (3/5)

A really good album for a genre that can be pretty decisive for me. It's definitely intense and noisy but there are some great hits on this album. Just when I was thinking to myself I needed a break from the noise Soma came as a nice relief. Maybe a little front half heavy. 7/10 (3.5/5)

Well this is an album. I'm just not really sure who it's for. Nothing great to note and nothing awful to note. Bang average. 5/10 (2.5/5)

Boring robot music. Probably great live at a rave, not listening through headphones at work on a Wednesday. 4/10 (2/5)

Such a pleasant album. Cat's got some great pipes and every song is an enjoyable listen. 8/10 (4/5)

It's fine. Good, not great. Not really much to note but an above average soul/blues album. Exactly as the top commenter notes, it's too one dimensional to score any higher. 6/10 (3/5)

When the album first started I thought it was great but then I realized it's pretty one dimensional. Nobody will fault you for having it on in the background but that's where it belongs. Still some great keyboard playing by Jimmy Smith though. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

It's fine. Not my genre but could certainly be a lot worse. Too long in all honesty. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

God I really don't like Leonard Cohen and his vocals. Thought I was going to make it through this one and then Diamonds in the Mine came on. Why. 3.5/10 (1.75/5)

Damn, Shuggie kind of rocks. Just some great R&B/blues-esque music that was entertaining throughout. Could be a bit more polished/dialed in in some spots but all in all a really surprising and enjoyable album that I will listen to again. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

This Jimi guy is pretty good at guitar. What an album. Amazing guitar playing, good vocals. Kept me entertained throughout despite being on the longer side (an hour and 15) and All Along the Watchtower being the last song on the album basically. Good stuff. 8/10 (4/5)

I continue to try and get into/enjoy Radiohead but I just don't like it. Thom Yorke's vocals are difficult and I feel like I need to be in a very specific mood for them. I know there are better Radiohead albums out there as well so this one doesn't score too well for me. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Not the biggest fan here. It's certainly not bad but it reminds me of eating in an Arby's or walking through an airport. Boring funk/jazz. 4/10 (2/5)

Eh. Randy's distinct voice works for a Toy Story soundtrack, but I don't want to listen to an album of his for pleasure. The sounds are quick and similar and don't offer a whole lot. I don't hate the songs but I also don't feel a need to listen ever again. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

I'm a bit conflicted on this one. There are some songs I really like but I also found myself being ready for the album to end (and it's a short album). I don't think the vocals hold up to present day and sound dated. It's fine. 2.75/5 (5.5/10)

Went into the album pessimistic for some reason but I liked it. Very pleasant sounding and the voice works too. Does get a little tedious towards the middle/end and wish the songs had a little more variety, but pretty good. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

This album is so long. Also as a live album it isn't the best quality either. It's fine I guess. Less hair-metally than I thought it was going to be but still not exactly my cup of tea. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

How can I rate something like this? It's obviously very popular and enjoyable to some people but I made it exactly 42 seconds into this album. I think for that reason I have to give it a 2/10 (1/5)

Fun album from a legendary blues icon. Great harmonica and good vocals. A bit repetitive in rhythm but the album is short so it doesn't get too in the way of things. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Classic album from an all time great. Sound is a bit dated now though and the skits are unnecessary. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

A pretty interesting album that grew in uniqueness the longer it went on. A lot of different varied sounds. Sounded like Sufjan Stevens at some points and then totally different in others. Nothing to rave about but glad it was included here. 6/10 (3/5)

A peaceful, melodic, and unique listen. Not particularly entertaining but was fine to have on in the background. Does get a bit laborious after an hour though. 5.5/10 (2.75/5)

Astral Weeks is one of the greatest songs of all time. Besides that the album is mixed with some great hits and some lulls. Definitely above average though from Van the man. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

This is just more British garbage. Got worse the longer it went on. Album was short (45 minutes) but felt long. 3/10 (1.5/5)

Admittedly not my genre but I wasn't able to get through this one. So many pretentious, drawn out jazz numbers that by the 7th song I was done. Boring, slow, uninspired. 4/10 (2/5)

A nice easy listening album with a couple of great hits on it. Do I think it's a top 100 album of all time? No. But it's still solid and deserves it's praise. 6/10 (3/5)

Lust for Life and The Passenger are a couple of awesome hits. Besides that, the album is a bit meh but certainly above average. Bowie rules. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Surprisingly nice and pleasant album. Easy listening that reminded me at times of Ezra Koenig/Sufjan Stevens/Cat Stevens/Lou Reed/etc. A band that I haven't listened to before but certainly would again on the right occasion. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

You could tell me this was a lost Beatles album and I'd believe you. It's not as good as the Beatles, but an interesting listen. Some cool sitar and songs but nothing that really grips me. 6/10 (3/5)

Supremely average. Nothing wrong with that but nothing that stands out either. Alright is a fun song but reminds me of TV commercials. 5/10 (2.5/5)

Really good but not great. A bit over the top at times but some undeniably great hits and music playing. 8/10 (4/5)

A great live album that grew in stature the longer it went on. I think The Who are at their best during longer songs where they're able to jam a bit more. A lot of the songs on this album are quick 2-3 minute songs, especially the first half of the album, which isn't as resonating. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Alright but what in the actual fuck is "Where You Love"? Way too experimental with screeching guitars and feedback that never led anywhere. Who Do You Love is fun but still, it's a cover. May have been a more groundbreaking album back in the 60s, but doesn't hold up as well today...and this is a genre that should be right up my alley. 4/10 (2/5)

This album is hot garbage. Awful vocals, outdated late 80s/early 90s beats. Turned off after 2 songs. 1/10 (0.5/5)

This was good and I enjoyed it, BUT it's a lot of Janis Joplin. Obviously talented and unique but better in small doses in my opinion. 6/10 (3/5)

Good album but not Bowie's best. A few low points but Fame is one of the best of all time. 7/10 (3.5/5)

I was just thinking to myself the other day that I wanted to hear some Jack White. Here we are. I think Jack is a tremendously talented artist. This album isn't groundbreaking but it's enjoyable from start to finish. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

I saw the album cover and took a deep breath, expecting the worst. However, this actually wasn't bad. The early 90s electronic/hip-hop combo works in this instance (for once). Nothing crazy, but nothing offensive. 6/10 (3/5)

Some good early, old school, psych rock. The sound is dated but that's to be expected a bit. Vocals are above average and the guitar is good but there's nothing earth shattering. Slightly above average. 5.75/10 (2.875/5)

I really enjoy the Doors but never find myself putting them on. This is a great example of their work. The keys/organ in particular are a big highlight (most of the time). Jim's vocals can get somewhat grating after a while but this is an above average album for sure. Riders on the Storm- what else do you need. 8/10 (4/5)

This is a beautifully sounding album. Would never normally turn on a "pop" album like this but it was a pleasant surprise. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Not usually a genre I listen to but definitely a good album. The rapping/lyrics are the focus here, with most songs featuring prominent rap and a simpler backing track/loop. 6/10 (3/5)

This album never really went anywhere for me. It was a blend of a lot of different genres but I feel like it resulted in the album being less cohesive. While I appreciate what Buffalo Springfield brought, I am glad that these musicians went on to bigger and better projects. 5.25/10 (2.625/5)

I always feel like Radiohead is a band I'm supposed to like more but I can't get myself to do it. Thom Yorke's singing can be difficult unless you're in the mood for it. With that being said, this is a great album. High and Dry and Fake Plastic Trees specifically are two amazing songs. Some songs are a bit weaker but overall an above average listen for sure. 8/10 (4/5)

Sinatra behind a mic is obviously going to lead to some great vocals, but that's kind of where the great parts of this album end. The backing instruments seem to just be there so Frank has something to sing over. Overall a bit forgettable. 4.75/10 (2.375/5)

An album that has been on my list for a while and I'm glad I finally gave it a listen. I get the hype around this album- the raps and samples are great. Some weird sketch-like inclusions but that's typical for late 80s/early 90s rap. You can see how this album influenced many that came afterwards. 8.5/10 (4.25/5)

Commonly regarded as one of the best albums of all time. It's definitely up there but I'm struggling to rate it 5 stars. Tons of great songs (Sir Duke, I Wish, Isn't She Lovely, As) but album is long at an hour and 45 minutes. Stevie Wonder is awesome though. 8/10 (4/5)

As is usually the case with this genre, I made it through half a song and called it a day. I'm glad someone out there finds this enjoyable but that person is not me. 2/10 (1/5)

I'm just ranking disc 1 of this album (and not disc 2 with the live tracks), but wow, what a great album. Bluesy, soulful, and raw in the best way. 8.75/10 (4.375/5)

This was a fine early rap album. Some good raps and backing loops but nothing that stands out too much besides Can I Kick It? I'm sure it was groundbreaking at the time but through today's lens it's just a bit above average. 6/10 (3/5)

Ugh, this is a hard one. At times during this album I found myself nodding my head, but then about halfway through groaned to myself as the next song came on, "not another one." I think the Beastie Boys are best in small doses otherwise the rapping gets annoying pretty quickly. Fight For Your Right an obvious banger though. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Steely Dan just doesn't really do it for me. Nothing here that I hate but nothing I love either- very middle of the road. The guitar/drums are nice but I can't get into the vocals. 5.25/10 (2.625/5)

This album is wild. It's 15 minutes long! It's also not very good. Probably pretty groundbreaking at the time (1980) as it sounds like it could be from much later in the 80s or 90s, but I think that's really the only thing of note for this punk album. 3.5/10 (1.75/5)

This album has potential, the music is catchy and sounds good...The vocals though. My god the vocals. So much weird falsetto yelling and British garbage. Could've been a good album otherwise. 3.25/10 (1.625/5)

I'll never understand the appear of some of these British singers. It's such an unnerving way to sing. There's some catchy elements to this album but will always be marred by the vocals. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

This album is the definition of a 5. Almost every song is a hit and contagiously catchy (Movin' Out, Scenes from an Italian Restaurant, Vienna, Only the Good Die Young, She's Always a Woman). An album that you wouldn't mind starting over as soon as it's finished. 9.25/10 (4.625/5)

Eh, a very average listen. Really just kind of boring and nothing really stands out. Vocals are a less good Bowie, the music is pretty slow and repetitive as well. 5/10 (2.5/5)

Just some pretty average early 80s punk/alt/new-wave right here. Almost like a worse version of the B-52s and the Ramones teaming up. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

This is without a doubt the worst thing I've ever heard. I'm actually glad it's on this list to raise awareness for people to stay far away. At least with some genres like heavy metal I can kind of understand why some people might enjoy it. No one enjoys this music. This is nauseatingly bad. 0/10 (0/5)

Well that certainly wasn't what I was expecting. This was weird in a not good way. Some of the guitar was fine but nothing else really was. Vocals get pretty weird and screetchy. 3/10 (1.5/5)

There's definitely some great hits on this album. Born in the USA is an all-timer for sure. However, the rest of the blue collar, union working songs kind of blend together. Also wayyyyy too many references to young girls. What's the deal with that Bruce? 6/10 (3/5)

I've got a soft spot for Parliament. Incredible embodiment of everything funk is. George Clinton is an all-timer. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)

Found this much more enjoyable than I thought I would. It's British as hell but it works and I was nodding along to most songs. Really had to lookup if Outkast sampled Use Me in their song Rosa Parks. Definitely a good early 80s new wave/David Byrne-esque sounding album. 7/10 (3.5/5)

There were parts of each song that I did enjoy, but I also didn't enjoy the vocals in every song either. Too mopey/ghoulish. Not awful but nothing stands out either. Meh. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Yep, there's nothing of value here. Stopped listening after one and a half songs. 1/10 (0.5/5)

Eminem is a legend and there's some great rap here. However (and this is more on me) this album is just so grotesque and crass and I'm just not in the mood for it. You also have the weird skits which usually don't add anything. 6.5/10 (3.25/5)

Really enjoyed this on a Monday morning. The vocals, guitar, and keys all worked well together and there's a soothing sound to it all. 8/10 (4/5)

This was a fine listen but didn't blow me away. Her voice is nice and she wastes no time getting into each song. Most are quick (13 songs on a 45 minute album), but overall just average. As others have noted, there are some really cringey/weird lyrics. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

The first four songs on this album are pretty well known, which I guess is something. Look, I get what Van Halen is doing and I think they do it pretty well. But I still don't like it. The over the top 80s hair metal simply doesn't appeal to me in the slightest. Was very confused by the first minute of Ice Cream Man too. 4.5/10 (2.25/5)

Tough one to rate. It's a double album and it's LONG (2 hours 15 minutes). I think consolidating some of the filler down and just having one album would've been a great idea. There are some awesome songs on here (including maybe the best song of the 2000s in Hey Ya!) but there are 40 to choose from. 7/10 (3.5/5)