1001 Albums Summary

Really cool concept album. Mix of indie rock with impressive orchestral arrangements throughout. Also has the longest song titles of any album I’ve ever seen.

Will always like The Who because they played the Super Bowl halftime the year the Saints won. Unfortunately this album doesn't have Pinball Wizard.

Incredible funk album from start to finish. Can’t believe I hadn’t heard it before this.

Starts off strong but becomes a bit more hit and miss afterward.

It’s Jimi Hendrix. ‘Nuff said.

Never heard of this guy before, but this was really good. “The Ocean” is utterly fantastic.

A good album but not really tempted (ha) to listen to it again

It’s Elvis so it’s good, but too many tracks are just “okay” to elevate this album for me

Rami Malek did a great job here

A classic. No other way to describe it

give it away give it away give it away now

They put this on the list over Graduation?!

Pretty good, Changes is the standout track for me

Solid album overall

Overall a good album, though I tend to prefer the west coast style compared to east coast when it comes to 90s hip hop. Would probably like this more with additional listens

Not a big Van Halen fan but this is solid

should’ve just been an instrumental album

“Alright guys for this album we’re going to be using our inside voices”

loved it, major Beatles vibes

iraq lobster

Solid album. DJ Premier is one of the all time great producers and Guru (RIP) is really good rapping on here.

Excellent album. Wish it was on Spotify.

Listened to this album while on a bike ride and the vibes were good

Good overall, but can’t see myself listening to it again

guess I’m a germaphobe

relaxing record

what happened to old tango

delicious. finally some good fucking food

Great album, especially for a debut

Great album but making a 20 minute song should be criminalized

Decent album but really doesn’t do much for me

When I saw the album title and cover I got exciting thinking this might be an album full of sea shanties. Sadly, it is not.

Not bad overall

A classic, not a bad track on here imo

album is all over the place but I kinda vibed with it somehow

Biden propaganda smh /s

We must never allow the British to achieve a cultural victory

Good album but probably not something I’d go back to

Am starting to think the author(s) of this list is British

Easy 5 stars and Kendrick’s second best album behind TPAB imo. To this day I still do not understand how tf Macklemore won the rap album Grammy over this

meh, pretty boring

Strong album, but could've been a bit shorter

Really good listen from start to finish and probably more of a 4.5

“Who the hell are these guys” *first song plays* “oh”

1001 (British) Albums You Must Listen To Before You Die

A couple good tracks but largely forgettable imo

Surprised how much I liked this one

Surprised how much I enjoyed this

Enjoyable listen from start to finish

Don’t think I’ll revisit this one but it was a cool listen

Yeah not feeling this one

Great album

Really great album and I'd say this is more of a 4.5

Some interesting songs but not something I see myself revisiting

Alright album. Some strong highs.

Not a big van of this one I’m afraid

Not something I’d probably listen to again but some good stuff here

Minimum 4 because of Sledgehammer, the rest of the album gets it to the 5 star

Track 4, Track 5, Track 6

Solid, close to a 5 for me

Really unfortunate that this person had to follow albums by Michael Jackson and Prince

Sadly does not feature a lyric that says “like Mario and Princess Beach”

Awesome album

solid overall.

Was hoping to like it more, but for now I just think it's okay

the planet was not rocking I’m afraid

shoutout gta Sam Andreas for putting me on this

This meat loaf doesn’t need ketchup to be good

it’s okay I guess

Criminally not fun

probably not something I’d revisit but can appreciate the artistry here

Decent overall

Would’ve been better if they had Eddie Murphy on it

I love when we get these niche albums

Fine but nothing too memorable imo

The Genius. What else can be said?

Definitely an album from the early 2000's

Great album, shit person

Solid overall, i'd probably put this at 3.5

known country music hater hates country album

Fine overall

definitely one of the albums of all time

Alright overall but the gulf between song 2 and the next best song on this album is significant

Has a song about TV dinners which is neat

solid old school reggae album

Solid album

It’s alright but mother is awful

First few tracks were mediocre imo, but as the album went on it got a lot more consistent

that fucking guitar in walk on by holy shit

Solid album and i'd probably put it at 4.5

A couple decent tracks but nothing too special imo

well damn. I already liked the song from Stranger Things, turns out the whole album slaps

Not as good as Licensed to Ill but still solid overall.

I Should (go) Coco (for Cocoa Puffs)

Sonically strong, my opinion may improve with more listens

Needed better production badly

Very forgettable imo

Clearly the minority opinion here but I was very disappointed by this album.

Never really listened to Muse before but this was fantastic

Pretty enjoyable but not a standout for me

not very fun fun fun in the autobahn

Great listen

Third Neil Young album the list has given me. Another solid one. Down by the River is the standout here

This should be played at high volume. Preferably, in a residential area.

Last third is much stronger than the rest of the album imo

Didn’t stick with me unfortunately

NOLA legend

no one man should have all that power

what the fuck

Solid album, Solsbury Hill being the standout track

gorlami

Did not enjoy it unfortunately. Felt like one samey-sounding song for the entire thing

Excellent live album. 4.5/5

Solid overall

bjoring

Alright but nothing too memorable

Enjoyable but has some misses

The song “born to run” was on as Biden announced he was dropping out well done universe

I’m actually okay with fewer songs about buildings and food thanks

Yeah this one can stay off Spotify

Enjoyable but probably a one timer for me

First track blew me away. Strong 4.5

I hate country music so this getting 5 stars from me is shocking

it’s Abbey Road

Please God enough with the Kraftwerk albums this is the third one and I definitely could’ve died without hearing each of them

one of the albums of all time

Great album

your uncle’s favorite album

baseball stadium ahh music

rip queen

Yacht Rock: The Album

Lyrics ruin what would have otherwise been an awesome record. Guitar riffs, vocal talent, it’s all there. But the lyrics would’ve been better off written by AI

In My Life is the best Beatles song imo

Excellent songwriting

dude is horrendously down bad

Decent

I mean the songs are great but not sure what was special about this particular performance to warrant it on this list

It’s okay, Second half is much better than the first

has sabotage on it

Incredible

Enjoyable, but did the last track *really* need to be 17 minutes?

banger

One of the greatest hip hop albums of all time but also fuck Kanye

he wants the kitten to do WHAT?

This is one where I can appreciate the artistry but not something I’d probably listen to again

if you want to torture your ears for 40 minutes give this a listen. Might be the worst album on this list so far.

enjoyable

Probably more of a 3.5 imo. It has some high high’s and some low low’s

It’s way too long but overall a solid record. Feeling a strong 7 to a light 8.

Yeah lead singer’s voice ain’t doing it for me. Guitar guy is killing it though

GO-YA, SO-DA it’s alright

background music

Absolutely incredible

easy 5, one of my all time favorite albums

I’ve come to the conclusion that I hate this genre

not for me

It’s alright, I’m Going to Spain is the standout for me

fucking awesome

Enjoyable but not as memorable as some of his other stuff imo

It’s fine

3+3=6 but can only give five stars

A nice surprise. Solid listen

great jazz album

Some good stuff here but honestly a little disappointing

meh

Survey says they can, indeed, kick it.

not great Bob

banger

Excellent. 4.5

meh

surprisingly enjoyed this. A little weird but still

Very disappointed in this one

First 3 songs are great, rest of the album is solid but not as strong

wtf this was awesome

I mean it’s fine but I feel like I’ve heard this album 10 times on this list already

Very Hit and miss imo

Elegia and 7 bonus tracks. 4.5 stars

Awesome. 4.5 stars

I think this is one that I need more listens to form a full opinion, but initial thoughts are solid

oof the album

it’s okay but again this is an album I think I’ve heard multiple times on this list already

this album feels like a nice walk on a sunny day

3 Stars and Not Rising

More Than a Feeling may be in the top 5 most overplayed songs ever but this is a dad rock classic. 4.5 stars

Enjoyable. First track is a standout

Great album

Honestly better than I expected for another 60’s non-Beatles rock album

enjoyable. 3.5 stars

bangers

Free Bird

It’s not “bad”, but it’s long, boring and forgettable. Which might be worse

A couple duds but overall pretty great

U2.5 stars

Smooth as butter

I like The Who but there is nothing special about this live album to warrant it being on this list imo

enjoyable

Good overall. 3.5 stars

Background noise. Not sure why it’s on this list. 2.5 stars

Excellent. 4.5 stars

yuck

it’s okay

meh. Forgettable

1 star for the music but 5 stars for the crab rave album cover

Absolutely incredible from start to finish. A classic

solid rap album

Good production

Surprised how much I liked this

Excellent

Fantastic from start to finish.

Pretty much the same song for 25 minutes. 2.5 stars

rocket man did good. 4.5 stars

First two songs were strong but unfortunately don’t think the rest of the album held up

dollar general Radiohead. 2.5 stars

alright I guess but not his best

not for me I fear

This would’ve been a great instrumental album but this guy just had to open his mouth

Interesting. 3.5 stars

Solid but not as good as ok computer imo

It’s okay

Really enjoyed this

ello guvnah

Good but not in the upper echelon of his discography imo. Also obligatory fuck Kanye

So f’ing good

Final Jimi Hendrix album on this list. All 5 stars

Enjoyable but way too damn long

yeah not a fan

Also known as “Lazer Guided Melodies (But the Lazers are pointed directly at your Eyes)”

I enjoyed my time at the shack. 3.5 stars

This is admittedly the first time I’ve listened to this album, and it is quite a behemoth. This one needs to sit with me for a bit. But it’s easily *at least* 4.5 stars because, despite its length, it’s a really tight album that flows together nicely for a great listening experience.

Meh. 2.5 stars

Thank you 1001 Albums Generator site for the killer Christmas gift

DONT CALL IT A COMEBACK

Second half isn’t as strong as the first but still a strong 4.5 stars

Sad!

Classic. 4.5 stars only because it’s a little too long

Great album to start the new year

At least it’s short

The title song is forever tainted by that cringe celebrity video during COVID lockdowns

Great jazz album

honestly was a great workout album

I’ve generally been indifferent to the live albums on this list as even if the music is good I fail to see why I’d want to listen to a concert over the studio versions. But hearing the way Johnny banters and jokes with the audience and how the audience reacts to him really adds something to this. Like I feel like I’m transported to this performance in a way. Plus, it’s Johnny Cash music. Easy 5

Enjoyable. 3.5 stars

solid

banger

Probably won’t listen again but a cool experience

Not quite as good as Nevermind but still 4.5 stars

It’s ok, a bit disappointing considering I really liked his last album on this list

it was okay

I think I need to be in a certain mood to appreciate this and I was not when listening today

Not their best but still great

A nice surprise. This was solid

Repetitive but really dug it

Maps and Y Control carry. 2.5 stars

I really don’t dislike Lorde’s voice but unfortunately Jack Antonoff’s production makes this largely sound like most pop records of the past decade.

Not for me. 2.5 stars

Has its moments

I hate that stupid fking chameleon

why does he look like Timothee Chalamet

friggin awesome

this album is a crime

It’s alright, probably won’t listen to again though

Few hip hop albums get better than this.

Wu Tang and NWA back to back? The generator is cooking rn.

Me like steely dan. 4.5 stars

Generic 90’s rock which I unfortunately am a fan of

Enjoyable if a bit uneven

As Barry B Benson once said “you like jazz?” Yes Barry I do

peak

first exposure to this band outside of feel good inc and am a little disappointed. This felt very hit and miss

Every track is unique yet somehow fits into one cohesive vision. Incredible

yeah this ain’t it

Enjoyable. 3.5 stars

wtf it’s the to be continued meme song

Not as good as his solo stuff imo but still enjoyable. 3.5 stars

meh. 2.5 stars

shout out the jimmy neutron movie fr

oof

Not one of their best but still enjoyable. 3.5 stars

One of the easiest 5’s on this list.

Idk who this is for but it sure as hell ain’t for me

Excellent, 4.5 stars

Hell of a debut. 4.5 stars

Dads will listen to this and go “hell yeah”. They got a point

Definitely a great talent and songwriter but can’t find myself re-listening to this

Awesome stuff

Has its moments

I’m lactose intolerant

makes me want to skateboard to work while drinking a bottle of cranberry juice

smoking has never looked cooler than that scene in Goodfellas with Robert De Niro and Sunshine Of Your Love playing.

has its moments

40k monthly listeners on Spotify for a reason

Another solid 4 from Dylan

Classic

not as good as Back in Black but still really good

oy vey

Classic

yeah not for me

enjoyable. 3.5 stars

not feeling it. 2.5 stars

enjoyable sonically even if some of the lyrics are cringe. 3.5 stars

Enjoyable but meh live album

this band was in the studio like “this shit is trash. drop it”

blimey what a jamming record man

yeah I was just not feeling this one on a first pass

not as bad as some of the other electronica albums on this list but still boring, repetitive, and not daft punk

honestly even though this type of music isn’t really my thing I found it pretty relaxing

oh mamma Mia

well damn this ruled

this would be more enjoyable if each song was like a third of the length

monke

GTA 4 liberty rock radio song spotted

oh my god PLEASE stop with the repetitive electronica albums that go on for way too long

bro cooked

Solid

decent

zzzz

There’s some interesting ideas but none of it meshes well at any point and couldn’t wait for it to end.

hell yeah, smooth as butter. 4.5 stars

Perfect Day is such a standout

meh album but wtf is this cover

Not really into it but funny title

3rd Radiohead album on this list and think this might be my favorite

Solid, esp the first track

Dumbledore asked calmly

meh not for me

RIP

title song is of course a classic but rest of the album is just ok

incredible from start to finish

Another Iron Maiden banger

This is what comes up when you lookup on YouTube “1 hr relaxing/focus music”

this slapped

solid, if a bit long

Great

smooth

pretty forgettable, nothing stood out to me.

very repetitive

Relaxing

Decent but not as memorable as some of their other stuff. 3.5 stars

this album may have the dogs on the cover but blur did not have that dawg in them when making this

kinky

Not his best but still great

depressing, boring, and not on Spotify so had ads between each song.

so good. RIP

perfect beach album

not great but dug a lot of this. 3.5 stars

yeah not feeling this one

Good choice for a workout

Classic

Very enjoyable

not their best but still solid

An important album that I just don’t really vibe with

Crazy timing of this with Brian Wilson’s death. Great album though

Really enjoyed this

Hi. Live album hater here. This fucking rules.

Enjoyable. 3.5 stars

Disney Villain ahh music

Decent

Classic

Not bad but not their best

Excellent production and concept. 4.5 stars

More solid dad rock

way better than some of the electronica albums this list has had

IIIIII AMMMM IRON MAAAAAN

Excellent for the most part

One of their better albums. 4.5 stars

Damn this kinda ruled

not bad

Excellent. 4.5 stars

List has been cooking lately. 4.5 stars

It was ok

It was alright

fire. 4.5 stars

Classic

“This is a Chinese restaurant, but HAVE IT YOUR WAY”

zzz

solid mate

solid

Nothing special imo

It’s ok, second half not as strong

Not their best but still solid

RIP Ozzy

Not horrible or anything but very forgettable

Strong 4.5 stars

Normally don’t dig long albums but this is an exception. Just a high level throughout

nah this ain’t it

title track is amazing but rest of the album doesn’t really do it for me. 2.5 stars

Absolute cinema

not enough stars available

First half very strong. Falls off a bit in the latter half. 3.5 stars

Meh

18k monthly listeners on Spotify for a reason. This is terrible.

It’s ok but the song “Don’t” is hilariously bad.

another banger from stevie

misleading title

“Hate to say i told you so” clears the rest of this

slaps

zzz

nostalgia may be heavily influencing my rating here but I don’t care. RIP Chester.

Damn back to back 5/5

not super memorable but easy listening

Not bad

Chill vibe

Solid

Talent is undeniable but as an album it sounds very samey throughout

Christ this sucks

beep boop beep this shit sucks ass

Not bad but overstays its welcome a bit

this did not hit

Too inconsistent, 2-3 songs are ok and 2-3 are painful.

Pretty enjoyable

wtf is this cover art. Anyway this was alright, didn’t like the vocalist tho

very long and nothing stands out but an enjoyable album to kick back and put on in the background. 3.5 stars

Relaxing

Has its moments. 3.5 stars

she put a lime in the coconut

this is 1000% gonna be ass isn’t it Update: yes

Very enjoyable

A little disappointing by McCartney’s standards. 2.5 stars

Decent

Such a great workout album

Really enjoyed most of this

Common W for Common

Not bad but kinda boring. 2.5 stars

It was ok

Boring

Mega oof right here

Long and boring

not for me give these dudes a snickers