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| Album | You | Global | Diff |
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| 461 Ocean Boulevard | 5 | 3.12 | +1.88 |
| The La's | 5 | 3.15 | +1.85 |
| Bluesbreakers | 5 | 3.16 | +1.84 |
| The Bones Of What You Believe | 5 | 3.18 | +1.82 |
| A Christmas Gift For You From Phil Spector | 5 | 3.28 | +1.72 |
| Cross | 5 | 3.28 | +1.72 |
| Horses | 5 | 3.31 | +1.69 |
| 25 | 5 | 3.36 | +1.64 |
| Debut | 5 | 3.36 | +1.64 |
| There's No Place Like America Today | 5 | 3.37 | +1.63 |
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| Album | You | Global | Diff |
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| Rain Dogs | 1 | 3.2 | -2.2 |
| Drunk | 1 | 3.12 | -2.12 |
| The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway | 1 | 3.08 | -2.08 |
| The Rising | 1 | 3.05 | -2.05 |
| Halcyon Digest | 1 | 3.05 | -2.05 |
| Larks' Tongues In Aspic | 1 | 2.99 | -1.99 |
| Will The Circle Be Unbroken | 1 | 2.99 | -1.99 |
| Reign In Blood | 1 | 2.96 | -1.96 |
| Lazer Guided Melodies | 1 | 2.92 | -1.92 |
| E.V.O.L. | 1 | 2.89 | -1.89 |
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| Artist | Albums | Avg | Score |
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| Beatles | 7 | 4.71 | 4.2 |
| Nirvana | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Black Sabbath | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| The Rolling Stones | 4 | 4.5 | 3.86 |
| Jimi Hendrix | 3 | 4.67 | 3.83 |
| Arcade Fire | 3 | 4.67 | 3.83 |
| Coldplay | 2 | 5 | 3.8 |
| Led Zeppelin | 2 | 5 | 3.8 |
| Fleetwood Mac | 2 | 5 | 3.8 |
| Adele | 2 | 5 | 3.8 |
| Radiohead | 4 | 4.25 | 3.71 |
| Michael Jackson | 3 | 4.33 | 3.67 |
| David Bowie | 5 | 4 | 3.63 |
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| Artist | Albums | Avg | Score |
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| Pere Ubu | 2 | 1 | 2.2 |
| Tom Waits | 4 | 1.75 | 2.29 |
| Orbital | 2 | 1.5 | 2.4 |
| Genesis | 2 | 1.5 | 2.4 |
| My Bloody Valentine | 2 | 1.5 | 2.4 |
5-Star Albums (76)
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Faust
1/5
Krautrock may just be the longest single ive ever heard at nearly 12 mins. I cant say it was a particular standout either. It felt long just for the sake of being long. Very repetitive.
Now it was quite a jump in style betweenh Krautrock and sad skinhead. One i wasnt prepared for. I think the change in style sums this album up. It didnt know what it wanted to be.
Top tracks - The first 4.30 mins of jennifer before it goes whacky.
Overall, this was a truly awful album in my honest opinion. Hopefully it inspired something better.
3 likes
The Prodigy
4/5
Smack my bitch up, firestarter and breath are absolutely great tracks in the genre. The rest of the album was decent. Will probably give it another listen and come back round to it. Mindfields i enjoyed.
I think i would have said this was a solid 3 or high 3. But ive heard some very crap or average albums on the list recently. It makes me think the 3 classics pull this album up to a low 4 in comparison to what ive had.
3 likes
The Residents
1/5
# Album Name: Duck Stab-Buster & Glen
# Artist: The Residents
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Absolute dog shit. This is not music. This is wank.
# Top Tunes:
You wot? Absolutely sweet FA
# Would I listen to it again?
I wouldnt give this one to my worst enemy.
2 likes
The Rolling Stones
5/5
Brown sugar. That guitar riff. Amazing song. I love everything about it. Jaggers swagger really coming through on the vocals.
Wild horses is tragically good. Love the melody and how this one moves.
Cant you hear me knocking. That riff. Makes you want to get out your air guitar. Love it. Richards smashes this track. but damn son, that sax solo - Quality. Followed by the very bluesy solo. Absolutely banging tune.
loved bitch. got a real set of balls to it.
Then i loved how i got the blues slows this record down. Moving into sister morphine very nicely. The guitar on this track is great.
Dead flowers is a belter. Take me down little suzie!! Cracker.
But what a way to finish the album. Keeping with those slow soothing melodies in the last few tracks. Moonlight mile is so good.
Bravo. A classic for me.
2 likes
Billie Holiday
3/5
definitely one for the small dark whiskey bar vibes or a lazy sunday afternoon.
Didnt hate it but didnt fall in love with it.
2 likes
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The Dave Brubeck Quartet
3/5
Relaxing with some nice bass lines.
Great build up to the finale of blue rondo.
As soon as the song “take five” came on I knew it straight away. Such a classic piece.
I could see myself listening to something like this in a whiskey bar with a cigar. Feels more like background music.
Overall the album drowned into the background and became mostly forgettable. Take five being the only track to remain in my memory.
Overall, not a bad album but nothing great. I’d give it a 3/5 thanks to take five.
Gene Clark
3/5
Some nice folky melodies going on. Quite psychedelic in areas with some good backing vocals.
Nice blues kicks reminiscent of pink floyd In some areas for me personally. However, most of the songs were just ok.
Decent album but was neither here or there for me.
Pink Floyd
5/5
Just hearing the opening beat of speak to me, wow, it pumps through me like a beating heart. The intricacy of the different sounds leading into breathe. Such a combination.
THAT guitar slide in breathe. Amazing. The vocals - RUN, RABBIT RUN. Catchy lyrics.
I love the sound of the clocks when Time begins. It always scare the hell out of me. Then the drums leading into the verse. The guitar work. The backing vocals make my hair stand on end. THAT SOLO.
The piano piece in the great gig in the sky is heavenly. The build up makes me feel like im floating up to the sky. AND THEN, those vocals!!!! LIFT OFF. WAAAAAAAA WAAAA WAA WAAAAAAA. Amazing. Beautiful.
Money - DAT BASS LINE. Great lyrics, such a catchy tune. DOO GOODY GOOD BULLSHIT. The Wah, the trumpet. Damn near perfect song possibly.
Eclipse is such a epic finale. It feels like its been a huge build up to a massive battle and the end is near.
I cant believe this was album number 3 out of 1001. It all feels downhill from here now.... DSOTM was never my favourite pink floyd album, but man, that has put a huge smile on my face.
DSOTM is a perfect 5/5 album for me. Absolute classic. Bravo.
Earth, Wind & Fire
2/5
Lovely funk opening track with shining star. Very upbeat.
Some good bass in "happy feelin".
Listening to the lyrics, its all about love and the good things in the world. Very positive vibes all round.
Some of the tracks could be in a 70's cop show for sure.
Overall, nice funky sound but mostly forgettable tracks to me after a first listen. I wanted to like this only a single track clicked with me - shining star.
Rating 2/5
Air
4/5
Super chilled first song - la femme d'argent. Nice electronic sounds with a funky bass line.
DAMN, as soon as sexy boy came on, i knew it. Absolute belter. i love the melody and keyboard work. The distortion, awesome. I have no idea what the lyrics are but they are very soothing and fitting for the song.
Wow, straight into another banger with the track "all i need". love it. What a opening three songs to the album.
FAAAARRRRKKKKK, kelly watch the stars, i know you too!! Again, a very bass driven track with some great keyboard work. A very good start to this album i feel.
2nd half of the album was a different beast. More chilled.
Really good album. I enjoyed the first half particularly.
Rating 4/5.
Nina Simone
3/5
Nina has a wonderful deep voice. However, none of the songs really caught my attention on the first listen.
Maybe Jazz isnt my thing. Ive never been the biggest jazz fan. The whole album kind of passed me by.
A couple of tracks reminded me of amy winehouse. Quite a similar tone vocally in some aspects.
Am i being harsh? Maybe. I recognised lilac wine from a jeff buckley cover straight away. The JB version of lilac wine is awesome, so i knew i had to give it another shot.I'll come back to it tomorrow.
I came back for a second listen. Its definitely a grower for me. Nina, what a beautiful voice. Able to carry the entire album on its own practically. Lyrics are rather beautiful in several songs with lilac wine still being my favourite.
I would give this album a 3.5 if i could with the view to giving it a 4 as it grows on me. I can see myself coming back to this in the near future and branching out into a few more of her albums.
After all thats what the list is for! exploration and opening new doors! Admittedly, this is my first nina album. I had a quick check on her profile and immediately recognised more of her stuff. Wow, i cant wait to branch out into other tracks! Maybe this will break down the wall to the world of Jazz for me...
Initial rating 3
2nd listen Rating 3.5
A Tribe Called Quest
2/5
Quite a funky bassline on the first few tracks. Same with the drums so i can see where the jazz references come from.
Lyrically, hip hop and the like usually has quite meaningful words. But other than that it seems just a very average album from a first listen to me. Repetitive samples used throughout. None of them are particularly stand out either. although i do like the jazz feel on a few tracks.
It wasnt a bad album but i struggle to see how this is a classic on a first listen. Maybe its more in the lyrics and commentary of the time.
Because i thought it was an OK, and im unable to remember or think of a single stand out track, id give it a 2/5 based on a first listen.
I know this album is well thought of so i will probably come back and give it another listen.
4/5
Good Album, i love how the album has a great mix of instruments. Driving bass lines, good piano, with a rock solo/rhythm led guitar. Good vocal range.
Even the slow down of pace into soldiers poem was nice. The acoustic guitar picking was good, with harmonic backing vocals gave a slight sense of a queen track.
I enjoy how the album has quite a fast pace to it. Makes me want to get up and rock it.
the album starts and finishes strongly but does drop a level in the middle.
rating 4/5.
King Crimson
4/5
My first ever listen to this album. Super intrigued by the album cover. Its brilliant tbh. Its an album cover you'll never forget.
Wow, 21C schizoid man goes absolutely bonkers half way through. Cracking way to open the album. Great tune. An absolute banger to be precise.
I really enjoyed how mellow "talk to the wind" went. That solo was beautiful. Could have listened to it for another 5 mins. Absolutely nailed the flute work.
Epitah. Some real nice acoustic and slide guitar. Quite a euphoric track.
I love how much the drum beats vary throughout the songs. Very different styles.
Moon child really goes out there. I enjoy the start then it goes into a total mind fuck. Very experimental. Its like a bunch of mates tripping on LSD whilst having a little jam session not giving AF who listens.
Court with the crimson king is a cracker. Its wild when it slows down and blasts out tones which remind me of the mario bro's on the NES.
Its genuinely hard to believe this is a first album. I think it would be a near perfect album if it wasnt for the lull in moonchild. Nevertheless, excellent album.
I'd give it a 4.5 but i cant. So it will have to be a 4/5. Not quite a full 5 for me because of moon child. Great stuff though. Definitely an album ill come back to.
3/5
Victoria, great tune. Nice rhythm and melody to the song.
Theres some good lyrics. Lots of social commentary from the time. Lots of meaning behind each song.
I listen to the lyrics of Australia and they are still very apparent today. i connected with those lyrics on a personal level.
Shangri-La was a good tune. I like how it transitioned between different melodies.
Some good guitar licks dashed throughout the songs. I enjoyed the change of pace in "Mr churchill" and "she bought a hat like princess marina."
Overall a couple of good tunes. Lots of meaning behind the lyrics but only the one stand out tune for me - victoria.
A good 3/5.
Frank Sinatra
2/5
Great voice. No doubt about it. But this album aint my cup of tea.
I found the album quite gloomy and boring. I guess jazz is really just hit and miss for me.
Rating - 2/5
Sarah Vaughan
3/5
beautiful voice. I could see myself in a bar with a big fat cigar chillin to it.
im not sure im in the right frame at home listening to jazz.
no track really stood out but you can tell the band and sarah ooze quality. overall, its an ok album for me. 3/5.
The Doors
4/5
roadhouse blues. Absolutely cracking song. Great way to open the album.
Some great piano in You make me real. Could imagine the bar in full swing with a guy playing the piano to this. Absolutely rocking.
Peace frog. Love the bass line and boards on this one. Great solo. Absolute tune.
Good first side/half to the album. Drops in the middle and finishes off well with Maggie M'Gill. Overall, a good album i say with a few standout tracks.
Rating 4/5.
David Bowie
4/5
Great opening song with "changes". Absolute classic.
Pretty things is very beatle-esque to me. Good track. Heavily piano driven which i like with a catchy chorus.
Life on mars? need i say. What a belter. Makes you want to get out of your chair and sing from the rooftops. Plus it always reminds me of the BBC TV show.
Overall a solid album with a few 5/5 tracks.
Rating 4/5.
Jorge Ben Jor
2/5
Not a bad album. I quite liked the funk vibe at first. But its all blends into one. I do tend to find most s. american music very samey though. Their music seems to follow a repetitive pattern for me. Its almost like they sample some music and just put it on repeat for 4 mins.
Some good guitar funk and licks going on at times.
No particular stand out tracks to me though on a first listen.
Some of it reminds me of that brazilian football tune " o bar, obar obar". Still not enough to save the rating for the album tho.
Wow, so many 5/5 ratings for this album. Honestly, they must have been smoking crack. Maybe thats the secret to enjoying it.
Rating 2/5.
Raekwon
1/5
"C'mon son, yeah son, foreal son, Yo son. hell son. Hold that shit son. This is the remix son."
God damn, 69 mins of this. I like 69'ers but not 69 mins of this.
Cant say i enjoyed this at all. Maybe im not built for hip hop. Maybe you need to be there or something. Do i need to be a gangbanger? It just doesnt do anything for me.
Rating 1/5.
Fatboy Slim
4/5
"Here we go" i thought, another fucking album which samples shit to hell and back. Just what i need after a few mediocre hip hop albums. Im not sure what it is, but sampling should be outlawed for many artists. Im not normally one for dance music albums either unless they are compilations. But this really hit the spot.
Right here, right now. Absolute banger. Rockafeller skank, banger. Gangster tripping, banger. Praise you, absolute banger. Plenty of bangers on this album. The album starts really well, very strong and gets weaker as you go until you hit praise you. build it up, tear it down also good. Lots of stand out tracks. The samples are actually fun, catchy and make you wanna rock it a bit.
Even if you didnt know who fatboy slim was, you will have heard many of these songs. Which i think is a testament to the quality. These songs have been used on adverts, TV, films, you name it. Theres at least 4 very strong singles on this album. Probably 5 imo with build it up, tear it down.
The sampling on this is great. Very catchy lyrics throughout the main songs.
The front cover is pretty iconic too. Overall, a very good album for me.
Rating - 4/5
Jack White
3/5
Based on a first pass i thought this album was a very average listen. Probably below average for me. A 2/5. I used to enjoy some of the white stripes stuff so thought i'd try again. It could be a grower. And it was.
I appreciate Jack went a different way to his white stripe days. His voice is good. The keyboard solo in missing pieces was solid. I liked it.
The influence of the white stripes returned in sixteen saltines. Decent track though.
Freedom at 21 is probably one of the standard out tracks. Quite a catchy but basic guitar lead song.
Love interruption is the stand out track on the album. The male/female vocals work very well as well as the melody.
Personally i really liked weep themselves to sleep. Some great piano and vocals on the track.
Shakin makes me wanna get up an erm, shake it. Is that a bit new york drawl in nerrrrvvvoousss?
Overall, a solid album. I would not say it belongs on this list but i guess thats a different story. I would probably say that about hip hop! but thats a personal thing.
The album Definitely requires a second (or more) listen. I enjoyed the different styles jack brought together for the album. It was a nice change of pace because its the first time ive listened to his solo stuff outside of TWS.
Rating - i'd probably give this a 3.5 if i could. It doesnt reach the heights of a 4 for me. But alas, i cant so a 3/5 it will be.
The Crusaders
3/5
Street life - a well known song. Nice opening Sax. Great female vocalist. Nice bass line. Great song. nice way to open the album.
My lady - some decent sax, bass and wah pedal. SHame theres no vocals.
Rodeo drive - some very nice lead guitar in this track.
The rest of the album is pretty good jazz. Each song has some strong pieces whether its the sax, bass, lead guitar, you name it. However, its music that blends into the background for me. I would prefer more vocals if im honest.
Rating 3/5.
Tom Waits
2/5
Pretty Meh for me. Could easily pass me by as background music in a bar.
I get what he is trying to achieve. But wasnt my thing.
Stevie Wonder
3/5
Stand out tracks - Enjoyed boogie on woman. Nice piano and harmonica. You aint done nothing and they wont go when i go.
Stan Getz
3/5
Pretty forgetful album. Another jazz album which blends into the background. Its nice music. Highly skilled musicians but it just doesnt catch my attention.
Not a single track made me want to play it again.
It reminds me of the hotel band in one of those fancy places.
Good to relax to though.
I'd give it a 2.5 if i could. I cant so a low 3 it is.
The Auteurs
2/5
Good start with show girl and bailed out. But then the album went down from there.
Shame really, i love brit pop, but this album was very plain and below average as it went on. Shame really.
Maybe ill come back to it. But for now its a 2/5.
Radiohead
5/5
Airbag is a great intro. Love the distorted guitar. The drum beat is awesome.
Paranoid android. Great song. I love the build up, then it just slows right down. God loves his children, yeaahhhhh. Then back up it comes before an epic finale. 6+ mins is not easy to pull off but this track does it so well.
Karma police? need i say more. Banging track. Has traces of the bends in it with a merging towards the next installment of radiohead.
Personally, i loved climbing up the walls. The vocals, the beat, the build up. Very dark, atmospheric. The scream at the end.
No surprises. Great Melody. Very catchy. Almost like a nursery rhythm. Its something you play to a child lying in their cot trying to sleep.
Lucky is a stand out track on the album. For some reason, i close my eyes and imagine being shot into outer space, flying through the galaxy, when i hear that lead guitar kick in. Amazing outro to this song.
Overall, this album has aged so well. Its been years since ive heard it. Every track sounds fresh as the first time i listened to it. The lyrics on this album are immense. Ive always been torn with OK computer. Yes its a great album. Is this the best ever like many say? For me its not, but its definitely up there with the best.
Iconic album. So many great tracks. Fantastic layering and engineering. Rating 5/5.
Steely Dan
2/5
First steely dan album ever.
Ricky dont lose that number was decent. The rest absolutely forgettable.
Rating 2/5. Slightly below average for me.
Shuggie Otis
2/5
I noticed one of the reviews said "its like listening to pink floyd without the drugs". Tbh, i think i need drugs to truly enjoy this.
Pretty boring. Not great. Rating 2/5
Eminem
4/5
Im not a hip hop/rap fan but remember this coming out as a kid. Unbelievable to think this was 20+ years ago.
Several iconic tracks on this album. Even though it was quite long even the filler songs were decent. I still dont get these skits that they do. Good beats, lyrics and a few banging tunes.
Overall id give it a low 4/5 with it having 3-4 massive songs on there.
Muddy Waters
4/5
Manish boy, what an absolutely banging tune.
Theres such energy in this album. The music is great. Very upbeat. Every instrument is sprinkled with gold. the quality if THAT good. I could imagine sitting in a bar, watching these guys in the corner, slamming back a few old fashioned.
Crosseyed cat, that piano! Quality tune. The guitar solo. belter.
I have to say i really enjoyed this on a first listen. Its an album ill come back to for sure. Has an almost live feel to the recording which i like.
Bravo to the person with the harmonica. Quality.
Rating a high 4/5.
The blues shits all over jazz.
Pink Floyd
5/5
The first half of CD1 (side1) is great stuff. Theres a fantastic run of songs on this side. All the way to goodbye blue skies.
The 2nd half of CD1 (side 2) drops in quality. Im sure it adds to the story of the album. However, i feel its not necessary from a musical perspective. The tracks are average. It brings down the quality of the album overall very slightly id say.
CD2 picks it up in terms of quality again with the fantastic hey you, comfortably numb and run like hell. A few amazing tracks right there. Comfortably numb is one of the best tracks of all time in my opinion. Great music and lyrics. Gilmours singing. Amazing. That solo. Got to be one of the most amazing pieces ever. It makes my hairs stand on edge every time i hear it!
I'd give this a low 5/5 rating. Its a fantastic album. I just think the length isnt for everyone. Its not the best PF album imo but one of them. You could probably remove Side 2 completely and the last few tracks of Side 4 (cd2). If you were to cut the length of this album down 20-30 mins it would be a perfect 10/10 for me. Nevertheless, its still a cracker.
Primal Scream
1/5
The only PS ive heard previously was screamadelica. And i really enjoyed it. So when this popped up i thought, great, this could be a good one.
Sadly, i was wrong. What the fuck did i just listen too. Someone was definitely on acid or something when they wrote this. I cant think of any other way you'd enjoy it.
Deep Purple
4/5
Great opener with speed king.
Includes the classic "child in time". what a tune, the whole thing is like a stage play. The guitar solo is excellent. the vocals. I love how the song transitions through at different speeds. Slow build ups, fast drum beats, great guitar, that organ. Up and down she goes. Not many songs can pull off 10 minutes but this bad boy can. Shuv it up ya!
Theres an incredibly amount of pace to flight of the rat. It makes you take note and listen. The use of the wah. Then that drum solo at the end. Cracking.
The whole pace and quality of the musicians is excellent throughout the album. For a first listen i very much enjoyed it. I'll be coming back for another listen.
Coldplay
5/5
I remember when this came out. Went to see the guys on the tour and it cost me about 20 quid. Unreal compared to todays prices.
I always put coldplay in the lovey dovey basket but i forget how good the early coldplay stuff was before they went all pop.
This was a great album. Politik all the way through to clocks is great stuff. Plenty of great harmony, vocals and piano. Very good catchy tunes. The album finishes strongly on rush of blood and amsterdam. Smokin!
I'd give it a low 5/5.
Bruce Springsteen
2/5
First listen to any springsteen album. Ever. Period.
I have been looking forward to seeing what the boss is about. Ive heard singles, but never full albums. This is your time to shine springsteen.
Parts of "nebraska" sounds a bit like surfin USA by the beach boys to me. Just a slowed down version of the melody. More harmonica.
Other than that it was a sombre experience. Maybe it will relate to the folks with roots close to the lyrics but i couldnt relate to it. The music was OK but nothing really stuck out and wow'd me. The quality of the recording is also relatively poor. I get where that came from based on the wiki but still.
Overall, it wasnt awful but wasnt good. I like acoustic sessions too. I'd say below average for a first listen. Maybe its something you have to come back when you get into springsteen. But im honestly disappointed by the boss.
The The
3/5
this is the day is a good tune.
uncertain smile. another good tune. great piano piece in this song.
Apart from that the rest were bang average. A low 3/5 rating for me. The two good tunes just say brought it up from 2/5.
its albums like this i wish we used a range out of 10.
Nick Drake
4/5
First Nick drake album.
Great voice. Suits his style of music well. I like the finger picking style of his playing.
Not a bad album. I feel pretty neutral about this one. Didnt love it. Didnt hate it. Could be a grower.
So I came back to this album whilst in the kitchen. Nicks style
Of music is consistent but it’s definitely a grower. I ended up enjoying the album. Even the missus complimented it!
Ali Farka Touré
2/5
Some decent music. But it didnt catch my attention. Not really my thing. Plus it was too long.
Bruce Springsteen
1/5
Meh. Nuff said.
Another boss album, another let down. Hopefully i will get some of his good stuff. Whenever that is.
It was a frustrating listen. Just felt so generic. Felt like someone who is passed it. Which is fair enough, it happens to every band. But then i think, how is this even on here then?
ZZ Top
4/5
Give me al your lovin and sharped dress man are clsssics. Great songs. Legs is also a cracker.
Love that bass line slapping on the song “thug”.
Some great guitar work and solos throughout this album.
Lou Reed
2/5
Not my cup of tea.
Todd Rundgren
1/5
I quite liked the vocals on "international feel". Some of the music was a bit all over mind you.
Honestly, it stopped right there. what the fuck was the next 4-5 songs. Mindless shit from a bloke off his face. Absolutely unbelievable drivel.
Finally, zen archer. An attempt at a song rather than jamming off your face. Wasnt too bad.
Just got further in and thought this isnt too bad. Then realised its international feel again. The first track i semi liked on the album.
Sometimes i dont know what to feel. Thank god, another attempt at a proper song. Not bad.
Just hit the long arse 10 minute medley. Quite surprised. Wasnt expecting it. Quite good actually. Some good vocals and melody.
This album is a real mind bender. Some decent tracks ruined by several other experimental.
The Last Shadow Puppets
3/5
Good opening track with age of the understatement.
Other than that it sounded to arctic monkeys to me. Just without their banging tunes.
An ok album overall.
Marvin Gaye
4/5
whats going on - an absolute classic. i love everything about this song. great bass, great lyrics, great harmonies. A real stand out on the album, no doubt.
Theres a lot of heart and emotion in this album. You can feel the influence from the war and social issues coming through the lyrics.
Overall theres some very nice soulful tunes on this album. However, only one stand out track for me, which means i cant give it a 5.
fIREHOSE
2/5
Not my thang.
Orbital
2/5
Honestly, listening to this album makes me realise why i really dislike listening to dance albums from a single artist. This is not my kind of thing at all. None of the songs really gripped me at all. for a full 55 mins i thought i was in a shit bar listening to very average dance music.
Then Halcyon and on and on came on. I know the song. Its one of the greatest dance songs ever imo. I absolutely love it. It was the shining light on a very dull album for me. An absolute belter. It dragged this sorry mess from a 1 to 2/5 as a result. The track as a standalone is a clear 5/5 in the genre though.
Iron Maiden
5/5
An absolute banger of an album. So many good songs on this record. Maiden at their peak.
Lambchop
2/5
Meh. Wasnt great. Not terrible though. More like background music.
The Bees
3/5
Not bad. Kinda reminds me of air or zero 7. Pretty chill.
The Blue Nile
2/5
wasnt for me
Marvin Gaye
3/5
Amazing opening track. Apart from that. The rest of the album was OK.
The Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
2/5
Not the worst hip hop album ive had. certainly not the best either. Wasnt really my bad but didnt bleed my ears either.
Green Day
4/5
Good album. Very solid early green day.
A few great tracks like Longview, welcome to paradise, basket case, she and when I come around.
The War On Drugs
3/5
Just an OK listen. Pretty generic indie style music.
I did enjoy the track red eyes. The album could have been 15-20 mins shorter it felt.
Probably more background music for me.
Rating low 3/5.
Rod Stewart
3/5
Huge influence of the acoustic guitar in this album. I do love rod's voice. There is something about it which is great. It really comes out on amazing grace.
Maggie may is an absolute classic. Such a great song. THE standout track on the album. Others include im losing you and amazing grace.
Overall, just an OK album for me.
Doves
3/5
I was looking forward to this album when it popped up. I remember when they released their singles from this album.
Sadly, it didnt live up to the hype. There goes the fear, pounding and caught by the river are tremendous but the rest of the album was forgettable.
Basement Jaxx
2/5
Way too long for my tastes. Could be 30-40 mins with 10 songs easily. It would be a lot more bearable. Most of the songs were background levels.
Three very good tracks on here though - Rendezvous, red alert and bingo bango.
5/5
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band is a great opener. followed by the fabulous A little help from my friends. if you cant sing a long to this song then you are missing out. big style.
Then lucy. oh lucy in the sky of diamonds. A great mind fuck of a song. I love it.
Getting better. always reminds me of the times ive seen McCartney live. Very fond memories. I love the indian influence in this track.
ah Mr Kite. we meet again. Reminds me of the showground. A psychedelic trip to the showground!
Within you without you - a very interesting song with a tonne of indian influence. A huge diversion in the sound of the album but actually fits well with all the different influences they have in this record.
A day in the life. What a beautiful beautiful track. What a way to finish the album.
Now Sgt Peppers isnt my fave beatles album, but i have to say its an absolute cracker.
Deerhunter
1/5
A distinctively forgettable American indie album.
Sisters Of Mercy
2/5
Promising start with dominion. Went down from there. Thankfully “this corrosion”, picked it back up. Other than that the rest of the album did not strike a chord with me.
Van Halen
4/5
Tremendous opening with jump. Followed swiftly by the great panama.
Some impressive guitar solos and riffs in drop dead legs.
Hot for teacher, an absolute banger. Great song. Love the opening riff and fast drum beat.
The rest were hear nor there for me.
Overall a pretty good album. I'd probably say a 3.5. I think a 3 is too low so ill have to give a 4.
Kendrick Lamar
3/5
Decent album. Some interesting sounds and different styles used throughout.
Some good lyrics too. but i still dont get the whole rap gangbanger thing - THIS DICK AINT FREE.
I'll have to come back to this one. And thats something i cant say about many rap albums...
Grizzly Bear
2/5
Two weeks was the best song on the album. Rest seemed forgettable to me.
Iggy Pop
4/5
This is my first full iggy album. Its not what i was expecting. You can tell it has bowie written all over this. Which is not necessarily a bad thing, just not the style i associate iggy with.
I enjoyed sister midnight. Nightclubbing was a standout. China girl was good too.
Overall a pretty good album. I think its a grower, not a shower. Will take a few more listens for me to really appreciate it.
Jimi Hendrix
4/5
Enjoy the wah and licks during "up from the skies".
Spanish castle definitely has more of a rock undertone to it. Its a cracker tune.
Little wing. Absolute belter. 5/5 song. I wish it was double the length but its pretty damn perfect as it is.
Castles made of sand <3
Some real good songs on this album. But theres also several average ones too. The musical abilities of the band is unquestioned though.
Blue Cheer
3/5
Reminded me of the band cream based on their style. Was ok. No track stood out though
Calexico
2/5
wasnt bad. But nothing was that memorable from a first listen. No standout songs for me. Its ok for background music maybe.
Al Green
4/5
Lets stay together. What a tune. Absolute banger. Classic song. Great start to the album. Al's voice is on top form in this track.
Some really good use of brass, strings and organs in the album.
Top tracks:
Lets stay together
So you're leaving me
How can you mend a broken heart
The duration of the album is very good. Not too long, not too short.
Madonna
3/5
Wow, i havent heard the song ray of light in yonks. Quite good still even though it isnt peak madonna.
couple of other good tunes like frozen, power of goodbye and nothing else matter. Remaining tunes are quite downbeat. Almost like zero7 vibes. You can really feel the electro vibe from william orbit.
I much prefer early madonna if im honest. However, i do appreciate she tried a different direction. Couple of good tunes but overall this album is just way too long. If this was cut down to 30-40 mins it would be much better. Not bad overall.
Low 3 from me.
2/5
Meh. Wasnt offensive. Just not my jam.
The Only Ones
2/5
Another girl, another planet. The only good tune.
Ray Charles
3/5
pretty good. the album got off to a good start and finish. lulled in the middle a bit. felt more like christmas music at one point.
M.I.A.
1/5
I have to say, its a very different album compared to my first 70+ or so ive had on here.
Some interesting sounds and samples or used. But it just isnt my cup of tea musically.
Everything But The Girl
2/5
Wasnt offensive to my ears. But meh, very soft pop ballards.
Public Enemy
3/5
Fight the power! not bad.
Stephen Stills
3/5
Stills, it was way too long man. Not many people can pull off a double album tbf.
In the end i couldnt remember much of the album if im honest.
Sigur Rós
3/5
Wasnt bad. Quite nice and chilled. Something you stick on for background music.
Metallica
3/5
Wow, i was really looking forward to this album when it popped up on the screen.
Master of puppets is a classic tune. Really good stuff.
However, i found the rest of the album pretty meh. Not a patch on the black album. A talented band for sure, but the songs were just OK.
Jimmy Smith
2/5
Jazz aint my thang. Kids enjoyed it tho.
The Sensational Alex Harvey Band
1/5
Never heard of this band before. And i wish that remained the same to this day.
The opening song started off promising but once it got into gang bang it went down hill from there. By "Next" it felt like i was listening to some kind of play.
Whoever put this on the list should be bitch slapped.
The Prodigy
4/5
Smack my bitch up, firestarter and breath are absolutely great tracks in the genre. The rest of the album was decent. Will probably give it another listen and come back round to it. Mindfields i enjoyed.
I think i would have said this was a solid 3 or high 3. But ive heard some very crap or average albums on the list recently. It makes me think the 3 classics pull this album up to a low 4 in comparison to what ive had.
Talking Heads
4/5
Standout tracks - sending me an angel, girl wants to be with the girls, im not in love and take me to the river.
First listen was a bit hit and miss. It all blends into one and sounds very similar. A few more listens really started to open the album up.
Very low 4 for me.
Can
1/5
Paperhouse was a decent track to start with. I enjoyed it. The only problem i had was with the vocal levels. It felt like i could hardly hear the vocals. You whacked the volume up and the music would be too loud. Felt like the mixing was a bit off on the track as a result. The following tracks - mushroom and oh yeah were OK too.
Then it kind of went off the boil after halleluwah.
Aumgn was atrocious and unnecessary. It was offensive to my ears. A complete waste of time infact. Every single track on the album after that was the same.
I would have kept tracks 1-4 and dumped the rest. It should just stop right there. I may just delete tracks 5-7 and pretend they never existed.
I see people here saying its ahead of its time etc. But that doesnt mean its good. This kind of stuff could easily be released as a demo or B-sides album. A decent album was ruined in my opinion.
Led Zeppelin
5/5
Immigrant song - absolute cracker. Undoubtedly the album starts off with its best song. The riff and drive of the song is brilliant. Everyone has heard it. This is what people think when they think zeppelin.
Friends, celebration days and since ive been loving you are belters as well.
Since ive been loving you is another top tune. 7 minutes of really good stuff.
The finger picking in Gallows pole reminds me of a old folksong type tune.
Tangerine. Its a real grower. I like it.
Theres a good mix of electric driven songs and acoustics/strings. More towards the latter id say. Not something most people would think of when they think zeppelin.
This album is a grower. I listened to it a few times. Loved it in the end.
Gang Of Four
3/5
Quite a raw album. Not on the same punk level as the pistols or clash mind you. Some decent rhythms though. I can see how some british bands of the noughties like franz ferdinand, futureheads etc could be inspired by something like this.
Damaged goods is absolute tune. Great song. Couple of other decent ones like naturals not in it and not great man. Overall, one great song and the rest of the album was OK or not great.
I can definitely feel the inspiration in bands i grew up with as a late teenager.
Funkadelic
3/5
This was a hard album to track down. In the end i listened to it on YT.
Not a bad album. Quite smooth sailing with some funky tunes. Was alright man.
but then, WOW. am i glad i stuck it out to the end. Maggot brain (was the live 10 min version) was the shit! Helluva song. That guitar. Damn, hendrix would have been proud of that. 10/10 that song for the guitar alone.
Ive since listened to the studio version of maggot brain and i think i prefer the live version. both really good versions though.
Dire Straits
4/5
So far away, money for nothing and walk of life are amazing. Three brilliant tracks to open the album with. Kind of makes it hard and sets a very high bar for the rest of the album though. The album takes a turn in pace at this point and slows down considerably.
I love the sax in your latest trick. Great slow mover this song. Why worry is another good slow mover.
The album definitely lulls slightly in the middle section. However a great finish with brother in arms.
Kraftwerk
3/5
Trans Europe express is a good song. None of the rest really hit me. Im not sure what i was expecting out of this one. Maybe more 80's synth pop. This was not that.
I would have rated this album a 2 if im honest. But the song TEE brought it back up a notch.
Elliott Smith
3/5
Was just OK. Maybe it's more of a grower. It didnt grab me on the first listen.
I'll come back to it in the future for a 2nd listen but for now this would be a 2.5/3 for me.
Nick Drake
3/5
Not bad. Old nick is starting to grow on me.
Brian Eno
2/5
Some very interesting sounds and samples. I've heard some of them before.
I can see why it was ahead of its time. But it dont think its an album i would come back to often if at all.
Maybe i should be trippin more, then maybe i would. It could be something i put on in the background to focus on work perhaps.
Other than that, i cant say i enjoy it.
Elton John
5/5
WOW, what an opening 4 tracks to the album. Yes, bennyyyyyyyy!!!! Absolutely top stuff.
Gets a bit silly with jamaican jerk off. But not so bad. It does lull a tad in the middle. Few decent songs.
Saturday night smashes it again. Despite the lull in th e middle of the album, not many artists can have FIVE TOP TOP class tunes on one album.
The length of the album didnt bother me too much on this one surprisingly. But i do think if it was shorted into maybe 10-11 tracks it would be even better considering half of the album would be absolute belters.
Either way, the five world class songs take it from a 4 to a 5 for me.
SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY
Daft Punk
2/5
Top tunes: Da funk, around the world.
This album thinks its the wall. Sadly, its not. Way tooooo long man. Really disappointed with my first album of daft punk. couple of really good songs but the length and reptitiveness just kills it.
You need to be off your face and in the club to enjoy this one.
The Saints
3/5
Stand out song: Know your product.
Apart from that, the rest didnt stand out. However, i did like the overall feel and sound of the album so i think i will come back for another listen.
Overall, just OK.
David Gray
3/5
Great start with please forgive me and babylon. They really remind me of the early 00's. This years love and sail away are also good tunes.
The rest of the album if very soft rock. Not bad for background music but its not something i would go back to often.
i would probaby give it a 3.5 but this album had more songs i enjoyed compared to some other albums ive given a 3.
Talking Heads
3/5
not bad. didnt click with me first time round. ill come back for another though.
Van Halen
5/5
I really enjoyed this one. Great album length with multiple quality tracks. I can pretty much listen to the whole album and enjoy every song. Its hard to believe this was their first album. Feels very polished.
The guitar solo in eruption is a classic. Great piece of work. The cover of the kinks was very well done.
The Cult
3/5
This one really surprised me. I remember the cult from she sells sanctuary. which was a absolute cracking tune. That was blasted on many a nights out.
The album really showed me how tight these guys are and musically talented. The individual songs were nothing out of the ordinary but it will make me come back round to them and listen to some other of their albums.
Billie Holiday
3/5
definitely one for the small dark whiskey bar vibes or a lazy sunday afternoon.
Didnt hate it but didnt fall in love with it.
Simon & Garfunkel
3/5
Tunes: America, Faking it and mrs robinson.
Mrs R is a classic obviously. I didnt really dig the album. It was OK but i was expecting more out of my first S&G album.
Ray Charles
3/5
Enjoyed the opener - let the good times roll. It had good energy to it.
The rest of the album was chilled, with a big band sound for the most part. Overall pretty good. More of a background album for me though.
Paul McCartney and Wings
5/5
First time listen. There are some real quality tracks on this album. Its a real stand out and speaks about the quality of Sir Paul.
Band on the run, Jet, Mrs Vandebilt, let me roll it, Picassos last words, nineteen hundred and eighty five are all real quality tunes.
These are songs i will cherish forever.
Prince
4/5
Absolutely loved sign o the times opener. U got the look is a tuuuunnnnneeeee.
Top Tunes: Sign of the times, dot parker, IT, Hot thing, U got the look. If i was your gf and the cross.
Overall a good album.
Gorillaz
3/5
Apart from eastwood and tomorrow never comes, the rest didnt hit the right notes. A decent project album i guess. I associate the G's with their later stuff i guess.
Not for me this one. Low 3.
Lightning Bolt
1/5
Never even knew noise rock existed until today. I wish it had stayed that way.
I would rather have poked needles in my jap's eye.
This album was utter dross. No way this should be on here. fucking awful.
The Waterboys
2/5
Couple of decent songs like fishermans blues, strange boat and stolen child.
Overall, the album was absolutely way too long. Ultimately making me lose interest and concentration.
I wanted to come back to this one but the length really puts me off.
MGMT
3/5
Stand out tracks - TTP, kids and electric feel. Three really good tunes. The rest were fillers.
The Dandy Warhols
2/5
meh.
Fugazi
3/5
low 3 from me. Was just OK. None of the songs stood out. I didnt hate any from memory though. So average all round.
Pixies
3/5
Strong undertones of punk influence in this one. I enjoyed the strong drum presence throughout the album.
Enjoyed bone machine and break my body to open the album.
Gigantic and where is my mind are the standouts. The latter definitely the most polished song on the album without doubt. Head and shoulders over the rest.
Overall a decent first album. I'll come back for another listen at some point.
Brian Eno
2/5
Another eno, another nope from me.
Ali Farka Touré
2/5
Another one of Toure's albums. Too long and repetitive for my liking. I can tell theres a good voice and some decent licks lurking beneath but it just dragged on again.
Shame really. Didnt hate it but definitely fell on the scoring due to the length and repetitiveness.
I wont be coming back to this one.
Dizzee Rascal
3/5
He's just a rascal, dizzzzzyyyyy rascallllll.
Enjoyed fix up look sharp and jus a rascal. The rest not so much. The rest wasnt really my bag it was just OK.
Its albums like this i wish we had a 10 star rating.
The White Stripes
4/5
Good album! I remember all their singles from this one but never got round to listening to the album.
3/5
Decent. Standout track was uncontrollable urge. Interesting take on satisfaction but didnt quite hit the notes for me. Enjoyed mongoloid and gut feeling. Jonee, sloppy and shrivel werent too bad. 3/5
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
4/5
Good album. A few tracks which i totally forgot about. Songs that stood out were date with the night, pin, Y control and maps. Some good releases right there.
Length wise i felt the album was spot on. I would probably say this was a 3.5 for me so ill give it a 4 because it was much better than some of the 3's ive given recently.
Beatles
4/5
stand outs / Good tracks - hard days night, should have known better, and i love her, cant buy me love.
Overall a good album. Some classic early beatles tracks. Other half of the album is not so strong but this is them just getting started.
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
4/5
This is a grower not a show'er.
Love the guitar and harmony work on Carry on.
Good tunes - Carry on, almost cut my hair, helpless, deju vu, our house, 4+20, country girl and everybody i love you.
This is a good listen. I wouldnt class it up there with my greatest of all time but its a really good album. I think a 4.5 would be ideal. This has been better than most 4's ive given.
The Icarus Line
2/5
NOt sure why this one is even on the list. Very average noise. First track is decent - up against the wall.
The rest of it is like pissing up against the wall.
Sabu
1/5
I mean, if i passed away and i hadnt heard this album before, i wouldnt be turning over in my grave thats for sure.
Theres plenty of comments about too many indie bands but id take that over this. Hell, id take hip hop and rap over this. I mean its good to hear different styles or music from different countries but id honestly love to know why this is on the list. I think spotify has these guys down with 2k monthly listeners. Wikipedia isnt even complete. Thats when you know something aint right.
Some decent melodies and mad congo skillz. but damn, i thought i had nearly finished the album and i was only starting the third track!!!
The Rolling Stones
5/5
Brown sugar. That guitar riff. Amazing song. I love everything about it. Jaggers swagger really coming through on the vocals.
Wild horses is tragically good. Love the melody and how this one moves.
Cant you hear me knocking. That riff. Makes you want to get out your air guitar. Love it. Richards smashes this track. but damn son, that sax solo - Quality. Followed by the very bluesy solo. Absolutely banging tune.
loved bitch. got a real set of balls to it.
Then i loved how i got the blues slows this record down. Moving into sister morphine very nicely. The guitar on this track is great.
Dead flowers is a belter. Take me down little suzie!! Cracker.
But what a way to finish the album. Keeping with those slow soothing melodies in the last few tracks. Moonlight mile is so good.
Bravo. A classic for me.
Joni Mitchell
3/5
The first thing i noticed about joni is that excellent voice. Really nice.
The album itself seems to start off on a level and remains on the same level throughout. I like the acoustic drive throughout the record. Makes it more of a chilled out album to me.
Overall, a decent album, probably a 3.5 for me. Didnt really hit any high points though.
Good songs - case of you, california and river.
Joe Ely
2/5
Honestly, not my thing.
Michael Jackson
3/5
DOnt stop and rock with you are brilliant. If dont stop doesnt make you move your arse then i dont know what will. Maybe a hernia.
Get on the floor and burn this disco out has a great funk to it. Other than that the rest were just OK. overall a solid album but only two stand out tracks.
3.5/5 for me.
Paul Simon
3/5
This was distinctly average for me. No tracks really stood out. That meant i didnt love or hate any.
Felt like a very safe one dimensional album. Wasnt offensive, it just didnt connect with me at all. I could happily put it on in the background but thats as far as i would go.
I think a low 3 would be fair.
The Soft Boys
3/5
This was a grower, not a show'er.
Tracks i enjoyed - wanna destroy you, kingdom of love and jealous of you. Overall a decent listen but took a few goes if im honest. Thats not a bad thing though. The OG album is actually pretty short at 35 mins or so.
I might come back to this at some point. Dont think it should be on the list though.
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
3/5
This is my first beefheart album.
Im not sure if its just me but i could barely hear the vocals in some songs?! maybe thats the appeal....The music wasnt offensive. Not bad. Nothing to shout home about though either.
3 for me.
Standout tracks - zig zag, nuff n yes, im glad, plastic factory
Boston
4/5
Duration - Comes in at 37 mins. Not a bad length.
Album opens with an absolute classic - more than a feeling. Every man and his dog has heard this tune. Quality. Great vocals and a lovely solo.
peace of mind - what a beauty of a solo. good track.
loved the opening intro of foreplay. pretty wild. Then that transition into long time and the opening guitar lick. Damn nice. Another great solo in this track. These guys know how to play.
Hitch a ride - banging! The organ work is immense. What a great song. Solo fits in superbly with the feel of this track. At first i didnt know what to think of the vocals, they almost felt TOO soft. But overall, the song works really well. WHAT A TUNE.
Standout songs - More than a feeling, PoM, long time, hitch a ride
Rating 4/5
Slayer
1/5
I have never heard a slayer album before. I had heard of the band though. But damn this music. It just doesnt do it for me.
The songs felt too high tempo. Like they were just fast for the sake of it, regardless of the melody. I think thats why i have always been drawn more towards bands like maiden, metallica etc than this kind of stuff.
You can tell musically the band is talented. No doubt about it. They are good musicians. The drummer specifically is a bad ass. Theres some good guitar work too. However, that does not save the album. The track "jesus saves" could not even save this thing.
Wow, 28 mins long i thought. Probably 28 mins too long after a reflection.
For me personally, this was absolutely junk.
Faust
1/5
Krautrock may just be the longest single ive ever heard at nearly 12 mins. I cant say it was a particular standout either. It felt long just for the sake of being long. Very repetitive.
Now it was quite a jump in style betweenh Krautrock and sad skinhead. One i wasnt prepared for. I think the change in style sums this album up. It didnt know what it wanted to be.
Top tracks - The first 4.30 mins of jennifer before it goes whacky.
Overall, this was a truly awful album in my honest opinion. Hopefully it inspired something better.
Iggy Pop
4/5
# Album Name: Lust for Life
# Artist: Iggy Pop
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
A couple of classic tracks on here. Lust for life is iconic. It always reminds me of trainspotting and edinburgh. However, in its own right, its a song full of magic. So good. Same goes for passenger. The rhythm guitar is just iconic. The melody is amazing, the lyrics are spot on for it. Great tune. These two are iconic tracks.
Love the Rhythm and drum beat on sixteen. Not so sure about those lyrics though...
Some weird sin was a real grower for me. Great rhythm and dual vocals.
The album struggles to hit the same heights as LFL and passenger. These two songs create a really high bar. However, most other tracks are real growers. It took a few listens to grip me. But im glad i stook with it. I like iggys style and vocals so it was worth it.
# Top Tunes:
lust for life and passenger. Other notable songs were sixteen, weird sin, tonight and fall in love with me.
# Would I listen to it again?
Definitely.
Rufus Wainwright
2/5
# Album Name: Want Two
# Artist: Rufus Wanright
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Interesting start with the opening track. Quite operatic.
Im not going to lie, this album did not click with me. It felt like a poor mans thom york. Personally, i dont mind that style of vocals. Its just the music didnt work for me. it sounds like this guy may have potential which is a shame.
I think i'll check out his other album - want one - based on user reviews.
The album is simply too long.
# Top Tunes:
None that stood out to me. Waiting for a dream was probably the closest i got to a decent song.
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably not. But sometimes an album does need a few listens to click. Sadly, it didnt give me that itch.
The KLF
3/5
# Album Name: The white room
# Artist: The KLF
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
FFS i started to listen to a copy of the directors cut. Then realised it was some remaster made of other tracks which were cut from the original album based on the Wiki info. Thankfully youtube saved me and it has the original 1991 album release in full.
The album itself was interesting for me. Not something i would normally go for. It had some interesting beats and mixes with a twist of hip hop to it. I can see why people would enjoy this through the acid scene. Its crazy to think this is british because thats not the sound i associate with our shores.
Theres a couple of catchy tracks. Decent i'd say but nothing great. Definitely nothing memorable.
The album keeps at the same level throughout.
This is one of those albums when you had to be there i think.
# Top Tunes:
What time is love / Make it rain / 3AM / Last train..
# Would I listen to it again?
Meh, i wasnt offended. It was OK. But i dont think i would listen to it in its entirety. I might check out some more KLF tracks to see if they have anything decent though.
Mylo
2/5
# Album Name: Destroy Rock n Roll
# Artist: Mylo
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Pretty generic electronic album from the 00's. Cant say it was particularly rememberable. It would make good background music but as an album, its way too long.
I remember doctor pressure and in my arms. Both songs were quite big hits at the time of release. A 2.5 would be fair for this album. Its simply too long for me and not enough good tracks to maintain the length.
Overall, im pretty dissapointed with the electronic albums on the list so far. There were tons of great electronic tracks in the 90s which were massive. Surely theres a decent album in there somewhere.
# Top Tunes:
doctor pressure, in my arms
# Would I listen to it again?
Nope. Maybe as background music but that would be it.
N.W.A.
4/5
# Album Name: Straight outta compton
# Artist: N.W.A
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Im definitely not one for hip hop / rap but this was a good album. Theyve incorporated some great samples into the album and lyrics were top notch.
You can feel how raw this album is.
Several great songs throughout the album. I'll come back to this one.
# Top Tunes:
Straight outta compton / Fuck tha police / Gangtsa Gansta / Express yourself
# Would I listen to it again?
Yup.
Kelela
2/5
# Album Name: Take me apart
# Artist: Kelela
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
I've never heard of the artist so was wondering what this would be like. The last 10 or so years of music hasnt been the best so i thought i would give it a chance before writing it off.
I like the electronic feel of the album. But the sounds are so generic. It feels like its all done at home on your mac. There wasnt any standout tracks. These could easily be background noise in your local H&M store.
The album doesnt bring anything new to the table imo - unless its due to the mix of electronic and hip hop?! I honestly cant see why this is on the list.
Rating this was very tough. I didnt hate it. Definitely didnt like it. was it ok? At a strong push maybe. Overall id say underwhelming and forgettable, a 1.5-2 would be a fair rating for me.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
Nope.
The Smashing Pumpkins
3/5
# Album Name: Mellon Collie & the infinite sadness (OG vinyl)
# Artist: Smashing Pumpkins
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Side 1 & 2:
Tonight tonight a song i remember from the 90s. I always enjoyed it if im honest. A very catchy song, good lyrics, great use of strings. Billys voice gets a bit whiney but its still a cracker. The drum beat suits the song to a T. This was the highlight of part 1 of the album for me. Which is a shame being so early on.
The album (OG vinyl) started off very mellow. Acoustic driven. Then it hit "jellybelly" which turned it on its head and into more of a grunge sound. It was quite a 180 in sound and direction. I dont think it suited the flow of the album if im honest. The first disc followed this pattern flipping between an slower paced tune to a alt sound.
Couple more decent songs on this part like 33, bodies and to forgive. Porcelina of vast ocean.
Overall, lots of alright songs with one cracker but a strange mix of acoustic / alt / grunge. Not sure if it works that well for me.
I had to take a break at this point. No way could i handle 2 hours in one sitting.
Side 3 & 4:
Bullet with butterfly wing, 1979, where boys fear to treat, we only come out at night and zero were the highlights of the 2nd side.
Overall, this is a really long fucking album. Its the longest album ive ever heard. I found it quite infuriating. Why? Well because firstly, there is some genuinely good songs on here. Easily 5-6 that comes to mind straight away. But sadly there was just so many songs on the album which were average or should have been B-sides maybe. That plus the length brings the scoring down for me.
If SP stripped most of the b-side material and kept the core songs from each album, maybe 10-12 tracks on the album, then this would have been a real classic.
# Top Tunes:
Tonight, tonight.
Bullet with butterfly wing, 1979, where boys fear to treat, we only come out at night and zero were the highlights of the 2nd side.
# Would I listen to it again?
I wont listen to this in its entirety but i will come back to a streamlined playlist of my fav tracks off the album.
Derek & The Dominos
4/5
# Album Name: Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs
# Artist: Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Bell bottom blues is a great tune. The vocals are spot on for the track. Love the guitar licks.
Great solo in key to the highway. This is 10 mins of epic guitar proportions.
Absolutely banging solo opening "have you ever loved a woman". Cracking stuff. The epic solos continue throughout.
Interesting and ambitious take on little wing. I prefer jimmy's version if im honest.
Layla. Nuff said. Epic tune in huge proportions.
Overall the album is a tad long for me but theres some really good songs and music on this album. Its a grower not a show'er.
# Top Tunes:
Bell bottom blues / Anyday / key to the highway / Have you ever loved a woman / Layla
# Would I listen to it again?
For sure.
Jurassic 5
2/5
# Album Name: Power in Numbers
# Artist: Jurassic 5
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Cant say ive heard of these. Sadly, hip hop doesnt strike a chord with me. I thought the songs were quite chilled and had decent melodies/samples like "hey". None of the tracks gripped me though.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
No.
The Teardrop Explodes
3/5
# Album Name: Kilmanjaro
# Artist: The teardrop Explodes
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Reward - what a belter. Cracking tune. Obviously well known but its got such good pace, rhythm and energy. Love it. Best track on the album by far.
Treason was another good song.
The rest of the album was rather forgettable on a first listen. Just alright. Nothing stuck. I came back for a 2nd listen and it was more palatable. Just an alright average album imo.
This probably shouldnt be on the list. I've had a run of albums like that recently.
# Top Tunes:
Reward / Treason
# Would I listen to it again?
Mebbe.
Neneh Cherry
2/5
# Album Name: Raw Like Sushi
# Artist: Neneh Cherry
# Rating:
# Comments:
The name Neneh cherry did not ring a bell. But as soon as i heard the opener i knew it straight away.
Buffalo stance. What a tune. Great song even to this day. The scratching make it sound a tad dated but i love the tune.
Same again with manchild. Its all flowing back. Manchild is interesting mix of pop, synth and abit hip hop. I liked it.
The album is then followed by inner city mama and kisses in the wind. Two weaker singles imo. Unfortunately, the album starts with its strongest 3-4 songs and then tumbles quickly downhill.
Next gen goes into full blown pop/rap mode. And from there it kinda continues on into a mellay of 80s pop/rap. Sounded very underwhelming and dated. I have no idea how she has been compared to prince. Its nowhere near the same level. Sadly the album goeeessssss wayyyy too long clocking in over an hour.
I would never have guessed she was swedish though.
I'd give this a 2. It would have been a two if it was not for buffalo stance.
# Top Tunes:
Buffalo Stance / manchild
# Would I listen to it again?
Nope. Except for buffalo stance and manchild.
Metallica
5/5
# Album Name: Metallica (black album)
# Artist: Metallica
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
For me, this is pinnacle metallica. An absolutely great album from them. The first 10 tracks are very good with several great tunes in there.
# Top Tunes:
Enter sandman / sad but true / nothing else matters / unforgiven
# Would I listen to it again?
hell yeah.
Thundercat
1/5
# Album Name: Drunk
# Artist: Thundercat
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Honestly, i thought this was pretty bad. It wasnt the worst music ive heard but Each and every song was super repetitive. Nothing stood out. The album was too long when each song was crap.
Interesting, because theres some decent collaborators on this album.
Overall, it wasnt my thing. It wasnt the worst thing ive heard but i thought it was shit.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
No.
Jah Wobble's Invaders Of The Heart
1/5
# Album Name: Rising Above Bedlam
# Artist: Jah Wobble's Invaders Of The Heart
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
For me personally, this is an absolute shocker. Dog shit in fact. what is it even doing on the list i'll never know.
# Top Tunes:
Absolutely fuck all.
# Would I listen to it again?
fuck no.
Kanye West
5/5
# Album Name: My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
# Artist: Kanye West
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Not my kind of music normally but i have to say this was a very good album. Best of the genre ive heard. Back to back good music. I'd give it a low 5.
# Top Tunes:
Dark fantasy / Gorgeous / Power / All of the lights / Monster / So appalled / Devil in a new dress / Runaway
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Doves
3/5
# Album Name: Lost Souls
# Artist: Doves
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Very slow and sombre start to the album. Pretty much what you expect from the doves. Sea song was enjoyable. But it wasnt until the album got to "catch the sun" that it got going.
By then it was too late. The singles from this album is solid. Good tunes. Sadly came a bit too late but it brought the album back from the dead.
P.S. dont do what i did - i started listening to "lost sides" rather than "lost souls". I was thinking what the fuck is this album doing on here. Turns out its their b-sides....
# Top Tunes:
Sea song / catch the sun / man who told everything / cedar room
# Would I listen to it again?
Only the singles i think.
The Jam
4/5
# Album Name: All Mod Cons
# Artist: The Jam
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Mr Clean is a decent tune that ive never heard from the Jam before. I like it.
David Watts. Need i say more? Classic tune. Love the "ba ba ba ba ba ba baaaaaa". The pace and guitar on this is great. The piano really brings the melody out.
English rose. Love this tune. Its slow, simple and beautiful. Its just a gem of a track.
Down in the tube station at midnight is an absolute banger. Love this tune.
Coming in at 38 mins its a good length for the style of music.
# Top Tunes:
Mr Clean / A' Bomb in Wardour Street / Davie Watts / English rose / Down in the tube station
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes, i would.
Ice Cube
3/5
# Album Name: The Predator
# Artist: Ice Cube
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad. Tolerable. I like the earlier rap albums compared to the majority of the new(er) stuff. It just feels more raw, less cheesy i guess. Even though im not a huge fan of the genre i can see why it took off.
Although no track stood out to me, the album was tolerable.
# Top Tunes:
None that stood out.
# Would I listen to it again?
low chance but Probably background music if anything.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
3/5
# Album Name: Abattoir Blues - The Lyre of Orpheus (Double Album)
# Artist: Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds
# Rating:
# Comments:
Another double album. Sigh. Every double album i've had, minus the wall, should not have been a double album imo. You really gotta have something special to put a double album out imo.
I gotta give it a chance though because its my first nick cave album.
Hiding all away grabbed my attention.
My beautiful world, was a good tune. Some good piano, vocals and melody.
Let the bells ring. Neat little guitar lick and a good chorus.
Overall a decent sound with some good use of vocals and strings. No song really stood out as being really good on first listen though.
I stand by my comment on double albums, i dont see the point. It makes it an incredibly long listen.
# Top Tunes:
Hiding all away / My beautiful world / let the bell ring / supernatural
# Would I listen to it again?
Overall, not a bad album. Definitely feels like i will need to listen to this a good few times if it was to grow on me.
King Crimson
1/5
# Album Name: Larks' Tongues In Aspic
# Artist: King Crimson
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
The last king crimson i got (In The Court Of The Crimson King) was a complete surprise. Never heard them before and it was excellent. So this one had a high bar to live up to. I had a big smile on my face when i saw the words - king crimson. Marvelous.
Larks tongues - i think this is now my longest track ive ever listened to. Either way it was shite. It did not warrant 13 minutes of my life.
The rest of the album failed to turn around. Overall this was a massive disappointment compared to In The Court Of The Crimson King. My dislike for prog rock has returned!
I admit In The Court Of The Crimson King did take a few listens but i cant see myself getting attached to this one.
\
Man, such a bummer.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
I might give it a second chance but i just dont think there will be a connection.
Small Faces
3/5
# Album Name: Ogden's Nut Gone Flake
# Artist: Small faces
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Good guitar solo in son of a baker.
Lazy sunday is an absolutely cracking song.
Too many interludes. People talking shit. Reminds me of a crap rap album. Or even a good rap album with shit interludes on it. Is interludes even the right name? i duno.
Anyway, a few good tracks with one banger. Was an OK album.
# Top Tunes:
After glow / Long Agos / son of a baker / lazy sunday
# Would I listen to it again?
Not in its entirety. Ive added a couple of songs to my playlist.
OutKast
2/5
# Album Name: Speakerbox - Love below
# Artist: Outkast
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Honestly, wtf is wrong with these people who think double albums are a good idea? For me this was extremely painful. 2 hours and 15 minutes. honestly, that is mental.
Theres too many shitty skits. What the F is it with these skits and rap albums. I mean, what is the point. There must be 30 mins of skits on this thing. OK, thats an exaggeration, but theres a lot. It literally brings no value to an album imo.
I would have gave this album a 1. However, Hey ya is a standout 5/5 track. That song was everywhere back in the day and rightly so. Its was a cracker. This saved the album and bumped it to a 2.
# Top Tunes:
Hey ya
# Would I listen to it again?
god no.
ZZ Top
4/5
# Album Name: Tres Hombres
# Artist: ZZ Top
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
I really enjoyed eliminator. At the time, i gave it a 4. But after more listens its more like a 5 to me now.
Love the guitar work with these guys. Makes me want to put on my leathers and head out on the motorbike, beer in one hand, ciggie in the other. This reminds me, i should grow a big beard.
Its got a good texan blues bar rock feel to the album. Its not as good as eliminator imo. Has a few good tracks - waiting for the bus, jesus left chicago and beer drinkers.
Le grange. Nuff said. If this was a one track album with just Le grange it would be a 10/10. The tune is a banger.
# Top Tunes:
Jesus just left chicago / waitin for the bus / beer drinkers / Le grange
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Bob Dylan
3/5
# Album Name: Blood on the tracks
# Artist: Bob Dylan
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
For some reason ive never gravitated towards dylans music. Theres the odd track here and there but ive never sought out his back catalogue. Seems to be hit and miss with me.
What a start to this album with "Tangled up in blue". Great track.
The rest of the album couldnt live up to the opener. I did enjoy idiot wind and Meet me in the morning.
# Top Tunes:
Tangled up in blue.
# Would I listen to it again?
Ive added a couple of tracks to my playlist. I'd probably stick it on again. Most would be background music.
Pere Ubu
1/5
Honestly, utter dog shit.
Lynyrd Skynyrd
5/5
# Album Name: Pronounced 'Leh-'Nérd 'Skin-'Nérd
# Artist: Leonard Skynyrd
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Tuesdays gone. What a song. Love the guitar, vocals in this one. and THAT piano solo. Shit man. Fantastic.
Gimme three steps - very catchy. Love the guitar work on this one. Some great licks and solos. For some reason, some of the vocals remind me of the theme tune to only fools and horses. no idea why.
Awww simple man. What a tune!!! The guitar riff again. Absolutely top notch. The vocals on the chorus is so powerful. fucking ace solo on this bad boy.
The piano in things going on makes me think of the scenes of movies in the deep south where people walk into the bar and theres a honky tonk band banging out tunes on a piano. Sounds very cowboy to me. Quite catchy, i like it. Decent tune. Although the quality of the album dipped here from the very high standard set in the previous songs. This continues until free bird kicks in.
What a finale to the album. Overall a very good album for me.
I'd give it a low 5
# Top Tunes:
Tuesdays gone / Gimme three steps / simple man / Free bird
# Would I listen to it again?
Definitely.
The Flying Burrito Brothers
3/5
# Album Name: The Gilded Palace Of Sin
# Artist: The Flying Burrito Brothers
# Rating:
# Comments:
Some good slide guitar in parts. Hot burrito no.2 was good.
Other than that it was distinctly average.
# Top Tunes:
Hot burrito no.2
# Would I listen to it again?
Only as background music i think.
A Tribe Called Quest
3/5
# Album Name: People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm
# Artist: A Tribe called quest
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
I am not a fan of hip hop but i can appreciate this album. i like the style, sounds and feels of the earlier stuff. Its not bad at times.
I've never heard of these guys apart from can i kick it. There was a couple of other good tracks like luck of lucien and after hours.
The first 7-8 songs are a decent listen. Could definitely stick it on as easy listening or in the background.
# Top Tunes:
Can i kick it / luck of lucien / after hours
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably a few tracks.
Hugh Masekela
3/5
# Album Name: Home is where the music is
# Artist: Hugh Masekela
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Another jazz album. These are always a hard listen for me. I appreciate the skill talent but a full jazz album is always too much.
Sadly, this one is no different. And its a double!!
Simply background music for me.
# Top Tunes:
None that i could recall.
# Would I listen to it again?
Background only.
Cypress Hill
2/5
# Album Name: # Cypress Hill
# Artist: # Cypress Hill
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Honestly not my thing at all. I still prefer the sounds and style of early hip hop but none of the songs i could relate with and nothing stood out as good.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Orbital
1/5
# Album Name: Snivilisation
# Artist: Orbital
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
If i was bender from futurama, i suspect this is what i would listen to.
Honestly, i knew as soon as the first song started playing that i would probably not like this album. I stuck with it. I wanted to give it a chance. But honestly, wtf is this.
I'd try to imagine where i would listen to this album? Background music for work? Nope. For enjoyment? Nope. In a club? Nope. Should i be high as a kite? i'd honestly have to be.
I just dont get it. Its weird cos Halcyon on and on is one of the best electronic tunes. And it came from the same dudes that made this?!
No way does Orbital need at least (hopefully no more) than 2 albums on this damn list.
# Top Tunes:
fuck knows.
# Would I listen to it again?
Honestly, nope.
Blondie
4/5
# Album Name: Parallel Lines
# Artist: Blondie
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Great opening tunes to this album. Hanging on the telephone and one way or another are absote bangers. With a capital B.
Really enjoyed fade away and radiate. Almost more of a ballard.
Sunday girl. great song. love how pop and cheeky it feels.
Honestly, i always thought this album was from the 80s. i was genuinely shocked to see the 70s. miles ahead of its time. unbelievable tbh.
Heart of glass. Love this song. Great drums, keyboard and vocals.
# Top Tunes:
Hanging on the telephone / One way... / fade away... / sunday girl / heart of glass
# Would I listen to it again?
yup! Well ahead of its time.
Nick Drake
3/5
# Album Name: Five Leaves Left
# Artist: Nick Drake
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
This is my third Nick Drake album. I have to admit, he has been one of those gems that you find in this list. His last two albums were good.
For a first album this is a very dark and bleary album. Nick's voice is as expected throughout.
Good use of strings in river man.
Three hours, theres some great finger picking and bass in this one.
Overall, a decent introduction to nick Drake. Definitely the weakest of his three albums imo but its a decent listen with some good melodies. The drearyness just seems to be his style.
# Top Tunes:
River man / three hours / saturday sun.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes.
Lupe Fiasco
2/5
# Album Name: Food and Liquor
# Artist: Lupe Fiasco
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Not my thing. Sounds like distinctly average rap.
Kick, push and Daydreamin were alright.
# Top Tunes:
Kick, push and Daydreamin
# Would I listen to it again?
Nah, just a couple of tracks.
Ananda Shankar
2/5
# Album Name: Ananda Shankar
# Artist: Ananda Shankar
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
First time ive heard the sitar version of light my fire and jack flash. Wasnt bad actually. Not a patch on the originals of course but an interesting take.
Overall i like the sitar as an instrument. Theres something really relaxing about it.
Theres no doubt about the skill of Ananda Shankar either. Its a well put together album. But for me personally, i can only take 2-3 songs in one go. A full album was simply too much and it detracts from the quality. I got lost in it. And i dont mean in a good way.
Ultimately it did not hold my attention. Could be OK for study or concentration based background music.
# Top Tunes:
Light my fire and JJF
# Would I listen to it again?
Dont think so. But i will look into some more sitar based songs.
Beatles
5/5
# Album Name: Revolver
# Artist: The Beatles
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
This is an absolutely fantastic album. The melodies, the bass lines, the guitar, the lyrics, the drums. Mwah! French kiss.
No wonder its considered one of the best.
# Top Tunes:
every single song imo
# Would I listen to it again?
fuck yeah!
The Beta Band
2/5
# Album Name: Hot SHots II
# Artist: Beta Band
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
ANother album where i have no idea why its on this list. The opening some was decent. The rest could be background music from any random band.
There was some decent melodies and layering at time.
# Top Tunes:
Squares
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Smiths
4/5
# Album Name: The Queen Is Dead
# Artist: The Smiths
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Honestly, i wanted to like this album wayyyy more than i did (based on a first listen). I know a few singles and they are crackers. But the first half of the album felt like a slowwwwww build up. 2nd half was way better.
I'll come back to this one because the length is good. Makes a nice change from those 60+ mins hip hop albums.
After coming back to the album i feel its definitely a grower. The 2nd half is the stand out for sure
# Top Tunes:
big mouth / i know its over / boy with the thorn.../ light that never goes out / queen is dead
# Would I listen to it again?
Yup.
David Crosby
3/5
# Album Name: If you could remember my name
# Artist: David Crosby
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Was alright. Few good tunes that i added into my play list - music is love, laughter and cowboy movie.
The rest is decent background music. Vocals werent great
# Top Tunes:
music is love, laughter and cowboy movie.
# Would I listen to it again?
Parts of it.
Nine Inch Nails
3/5
# Album Name: The Downward Spiral
# Artist: NIN
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
When i listened to this the first time, i thought, what the actual fuck is this mess. Theres a ton of .....just noise. It did not make any sense if im honest. Some of it completely random or unsettling samples being used throughout.
The vocals also drove me crazy. My hearing isnt the best so its annoying when i cant hear lyrics.
I did come back to this album though and it is a grower. There's a lot of hurt, anger and energy in this album. Its definitely not for everyone. The first 6 tracks were the better part of the album.
Hurt is a fantastic song, although i do prefer the johnny cash version.
# Top Tunes:
Mr Self Destruct / piggy / Closer / Ruiner / Hurt
# Would I listen to it again?
Mainly the first half of the album.
Duran Duran
4/5
# Album Name: Rio
# Artist: Duran Duran
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Love the sax on rio.
Great bassline slapping in the background throughout this album. Its a real standout. Its something i hadnt noticed before.
The hits on this album are real crackers. Some great standout songs. The rest of the album takes a little bit more work imo. But theres some other good tunes IF you give them a chance. Check out new religion, hold back the rain and last chance.
# Top Tunes:
Rio / Hungry like the wolf / Save a prayer / New religion
# Would I listen to it again?
yes
Method Man
2/5
# Album Name: Tical
# Artist: Method Man
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Honestly, i gave it a go. I really did. It just doesnt seem to be my thing. I can rarely click with a hip hop/rap album. Same with jazz.
Im not sure what it is. I just dont like this genre.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Bill Evans Trio
3/5
# Album Name: Sunday At The Village Vanguard
# Artist: Bill evans trio
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
A distinctly average album. Didnt hate it, didnt love.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
Doubtful
Tom Waits
3/5
# Album Name: Heartattack and Vine
# Artist: Tom Waits
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
I like his style of vocals and music. But its definitely more "background music in a whiskey bar" vibe.
Overall not bad but its not something i would listen to often. Its just not my style for a regular listen. I would need a certain vibe. Like the whiskey bar.
# Top Tunes:
DownTown
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe.
The Byrds
2/5
# Album Name: Sweetheart Of The Rodeo
# Artist: The Byrds
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Very average album if im honest. When i think of the Byrds, this is not it. I dont mind the country sound for a few songs but a whole album was too much. There wasnt any stand out songs for me. There's some good work on the album musically but thats it.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
No, they have better works elsewhere.
Hookworms
2/5
# Album Name: Microshift
# Artist: Hookworms
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Never heard of these guys before. it surprised me when i read it was from 2018.
Honestly, the album is completely forgettable. There wasnt a single song that stood out for me if im honest.
Im not sure how its on the list.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
no
Elliott Smith
2/5
# Album Name: Figure 8
# Artist: Elliot Smith
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Never been a fan of ES. I found the album pretty bland, boring and it never gets going for me.
Worst thing is theres 70 minutes of this stuff. Who honestly thinks its a wise decision to bang out 70 mins of average tunes.
This is bang average americana.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Arcade Fire
4/5
# Album Name: Neon Bible
# Artist: Arcade Fire
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Really good start to the album with black mirror, keep the car running and neon bible. The first two songs are quite upbeat and rocking then neon bible takes the tones right down.
The album does lull in the middle but finishes on a strong with the final two tracks - no cars go and my body is a cage.
5 or 6 good tracks on an album is a cracking effort.
Yes, it is a bit 00's indie but its a good listen.
# Top Tunes:
lack mirror, keep the car running and neon bible
no cars go and my body is a cage
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably the 5-6 tracks i mentioned. Bin the rest
Ice Cube
2/5
# Album Name: AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted
# Artist: Ice Cube
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Meh. Another boring rap album. Not my thing. Literally every track sounds the same to me. Its better than most modern rap though. Crap lyrics though.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Bob Marley & The Wailers
4/5
# Album Name: Natty Dread
# Artist: Bob Marley and The Wailers
# Rating:
# Comments:
Three really good opening songs on this album - lively up yourself, no woman no cry and them belly full.
The bass on them belly full is great.
The reggae grove is out in full force. Theirs some great use of gospel, brass and lead guitar on this album.
From song 4 onwards, the album kind of blended into one for me. A really nice chilled vibe but i wouldnt put this as a 5. Its a solid 4.
I'll come back to this album.
# Top Tunes:
lively up yourself, no woman no cry and them belly full.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Cardigans
2/5
# Album Name: First band on the moon
# Artist: The Cardigans
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Wow this one has not aged well. Its unbelievable to think lovefool was spawned from such an awful album if im honest.
They absolutely butchered iron man.
Honestly, i thought this was a dreadful album. Lovefool took it from a 1 to a 2.
# Top Tunes:
Lovefool
# Would I listen to it again?
No. Only lovefool.
The Strokes
5/5
# Album Name: Is this it
# Artist: The Strokes
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
For me, this was the stand out album of the noughties. Very much of the time. But this is a really good album for me.
Its been a long time since ive heard it in full. But the memories come flooding back. Back to back good songs on this banger of an album.
I feel its aged well too.
Im giving this a low 5 because i can easily listen to the full album in its entirety. Its an incredibly enjoyable album. However, i dont put it up their with the real classics like DSOTM.
# Top Tunes:
Plenty of bangers on this one.
# Would I listen to it again?
Hell yeah.
The Rolling Stones
5/5
# Album Name: Exile on main st
# Artist: The Rolling Stones
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Starts off brilliantly with rocks off. This was Such a fun album. You can really feel the vibes coming through on tracks like sweet virginia. I'd imagine they were all getting off their tits having a great time. Maybe an orgy or two.
Theres a great mix of influences on the album. Blues, rock, country, gospel. The band is tight as fuck. You can feel it on the record.
I can see why people dont think its a banger because its doesnt have the stones' biggest hits per say. But for me, its such a good album overall. I would agree its a tad too long. Thats been a common problem for any long album on this project, i do tend to get ear fatigue.
This album beats the shit of most of the stuff on this project though. Nuff said. Its a banger in my eyes. A sleeping giant.
It gets a low 5 for me.
# Top Tunes:
Rocks off / Shake your hips / Tumbling Dice / Sweet Virginia / Loving cup / Happy / stop breaking down / turd on the run / shine a light
# Would I listen to it again?
Definitely.
Alice In Chains
3/5
# Album Name: Dirt
# Artist: Alice in Chains
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
On a first listen it seems like pretty generic grunge to me. I was a big fan of nirvana which is more mainstream though.
A few good songs on the album like them bones, down a hole and would.
For now its a safe 3/5
# Top Tunes:
them bones, down a hole and would.
# Would I listen to it again?
I'll come back for a second listen. There could be more to this album. Maybe its a grower. I'd like to find out.
Anita Baker
3/5
# Album Name: Rapture
# Artist: Anita Baker
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
The opening song - sweet love - is a cracker. Good song.
Anita has a wonderful voice. Theres also some decent sounds on the album but overall it was a forgettable experience.
It gets a low 3 for me.
# Top Tunes:
Sweet love
# Would I listen to it again?
No. Only Sweet love.
Mike Ladd
1/5
# Album Name: Welcome to the AfterFuture
# Artist: Mike Ladd
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Mike ladd? Who is that?! sounds like the local hard case from the council estate. Thats who.
Anyway, im not a rap fan so the only thing worse than that to me is alternative rap. Which this album apparently is.
Theres some interesting sounds. I'll give it that. Almost feels experimental to me. But it just isnt my thing. ANother album which doesnt deserve to be on the list imo.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
no.
Otis Redding
4/5
# Album Name: Otis Blue
# Artist: Otis Redding
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Love the sax on ole man trouble. nice little tune to kick off the album.
WOW, i was shocked to find out otis wrote respect. i always thought it was an Franklin song. Its not as powerful as her cover but its a really nice chill blues version.
Theres some other great tracks on here like change gonna come, shake, my girl, wonderful world, rock me baby, Satisfaction. These are all cracking versions.
My major gripe with this album is the large majority are cover songs. For me, it brings the rating of the album down. No doubt about it.
Overall, this is a very bluesy album with a lot of soul. Theres some great music on the album and otis' voice is great as always. AND it blew my mind about respect.
# Top Tunes:
Plenty of bangers on this one.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes.
Terence Trent D'Arby
3/5
# Album Name: # Introducing The Hardline According To Terence Trent D'Arby
# Artist: # Terence Trent D'Arby
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
I dont recognise the name but did recognise a few songs. The album has a very 80s RnB vibe to it. Some great bass and guitar work. Great singer too. He has a excellent voice.
A few good tracks on this but overall it doesnt hit the mark for me. Im still glad ive came away with a few for my playlist.
# Top Tunes:
Let me stay / Wishing well / Sign your name
# Would I listen to it again?
Only the three tunes.
LCD Soundsystem
2/5
# Album Name: American Dream
# Artist: LCD Soundsystem
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
I enjoyed LCD Soundsystem back in the day so i was looking forward to getting stuck into this album. I've never heard it before but realled enjoyed their stuff from the 05-10-ish period.
Sadly this did not live up to those expectations.
The tracks didnt really click for me. They were reptitive and too long. The length of the album killed it and brought it down from a "OK this is an average 3" to a 2.
Shame really. I will go back and listen to their earlier stuff now though instead. Which is much much better.
# Top Tunes:
Non.
# Would I listen to it again?
No.
D'Angelo
2/5
# Album Name: Brown Sugar
# Artist: D'angilo
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Meh. Nice voice. below average album for me.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Amy Winehouse
5/5
# Album Name: Back to Black
# Artist: Amy Winehouse
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
This album starts out with an absolute cracker. Rehab. Quite fitting for Amy but this is a terrific song.
Amys voice on this album is absolutely top notch imo. Its very distinct but feels as old as time. The bluesy / swing / soul feel suits her voice down to the ground.
Amy would have been a true great i reckon.
# Top Tunes:
Rehab / You know im no good / back to black / tears dry on their own / Mr Jones
# Would I listen to it again?
Definitely. Great album.
New York Dolls
3/5
# Album Name: New York Dolls
# Artist: New York Dolls
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
I was expecting something pretty special out of this band. I always read they were one of the best US punk bands of all time.
Overall it was a decent listen with some good tracks like jet boy, frakenstein, trash and PC.
I still prefer british punk if im honest. I'll come back to this one i think.
# Top Tunes:
jet boy, frakenstein, trash and PC.
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably
Beatles
5/5
# Album Name: Rubber Soul
# Artist: The Beatles
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
I've heard a lot of the tracks off this album but ive never listened to it all the way through.
Honestly, what a banger. 37 mins of quality tunes.
Fantastic album imo.
# Top Tunes:
Drive my Car / Norwegian wood / You cant see me / Nowhere man / Think for yourself / The word / Michelle / Im looking through you / in my life / if i needed someone
Mayswell just list the whole lot tbh.
# Would I listen to it again?
Fuck yeah!
Fleetwood Mac
5/5
# Album Name: Rumous
# Artist: Fleetwood Mac
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Absolute banger. Top to bottom, left to right. Quality album. 5*
# Top Tunes:
The whole thing
# Would I listen to it again?
fuck yeah
Heaven 17
2/5
# Album Name: Penthouse and Pavement
# Artist: Heaven 17
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
This album starts of with two crackers with groove thang /Pent and pavement.
Apart from that, the album progressively gets worse from there.
I had high hopes for this because Temptation was one of my fav songs of the 80s. Alas, it was not meant to be.
# Top Tunes:
groove thang and Pent and pavement.
# Would I listen to it again?
No, just the first two songs.
Yes
3/5
# Album Name: The Yes Album
# Artist: Yes
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not a bad album. Couple of good tracks like Startship trooper, good people and your move.
Songs are too long though. Plus a third of the album is single versions of the longer tracks.
# Top Tunes:
Startship trooper, good people and your move.
# Would I listen to it again?
i might come back to it but for now Only the highlights.
Gram Parsons
3/5
# Album Name: Grievous Angel
# Artist: Gram Parsons
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Couple of decent songs like las vegas and grievous angel but it never leaves the station. Its one constant level of country. Meh. Just OK.
# Top Tunes:
Grievous angel / Las vegas
# Would I listen to it again?
Nah.
Ramones
4/5
# Album Name: Ramones
# Artist: Ramones
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Starts of with a absolute classic in Blitzkrieg Bop.
Theres lots of energy and raw power to the first half of this album. BB, Beat on the brat, judy is a punk and i wanna be your boyfriend are good tunes.
From there in, it does get a bit repetitive and brings the album down a level.
Overall a good album. Lots of energy and fast pace.
# Top Tunes:
Blitzkrieg Bop, Beat on the brat, judy is a punk, i wanna be your boyfriend, lets dance.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Sparks
3/5
# Album Name: Kimono my house
# Artist: Sparks
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
This town aint big enough for the both of us is a cracking tune. Great start to the album. Amateur hour is another gem.
Then its pretty average from there in. The first two tracks just about to save this from a 2. Id give this album a low 3.
# Top Tunes:
This town aint big enough for the both of us / Amateur hour
# Would I listen to it again?
Only the first two tracks.
Sepultura
2/5
# Album Name: Roots
# Artist: Sepultura
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Meh
# Top Tunes:
None that stood out.
# Would I listen to it again?
No.
Arctic Monkeys
5/5
# Album Name: Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not
# Artist: Arctic Monkeys
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Honestly, this is a banging album. It doesnt matter if you dont like indy, or that you are sick of brit pop, you just need to listen to the quirky lyrics, cracking music and feel the energy in this bad boy.
The first two albums from the arctic monkeys were absolutely class before they went into that weird phase. This was at their peak imo, raw and full of spunk. Singing with that yorkshire accent like you were in your nana's bathroom. They were pretty tight. Not quite as polished as their later albums but thats one of the things i love about this album. Its gritty.
This is one of the best albums from the 00's.
I wouldnt put this album up there with the VERY best of all time but its a bloody good album. Low 5 for me because i can easily listen to this all the way through.
# Top Tunes:
View from the afternoon / Bet that you look good on the DF / Fake tales of san francisco / Dancing shoes / Take you home / Riot Van / mardy bum / when the sun goes down / Ritz to the rubble / Certain romance
# Would I listen to it again?
Fucking yes man. Av it in yer ear!
The Fall
2/5
# Album Name: Live at the Witch Trails
# Artist: The fall
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Pretty. bang average album if im honest. Nothing really stood out for me apart from its length - way too long. Hence marked down to a 2.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
David Bowie
4/5
# Album Name: Station to Station
# Artist: David Bowie
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
My first impression - interesting to see so very few tracks on this album.
Starts with station to station which was decent but felt overly long.
Golden years is a cracker. Great bowie song.
Stay is another banger. The guitar work on this track is glorious.
# Top Tunes:
Golden years / Stay / Word on a wing
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Human League
4/5
# Album Name: Dare!
# Artist: The Human League
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
This album was a complete grower for me. I knew their hits - love action and dont you want me. So i thought id give it a chance. Normally, theres not many 80s synth albums i can listen to all the way through.
However, this album is a very good album in the genre. Despite what anyone says of Dont you want me, its an absolute classic from the era, Great song. Love action is another ive heard dashed around countless 80's albums. Another good song. Seconds was a complete grower too.
Other good tunes - Open your heart, sound of the crowd, darkness,
Overall, i loved the vibe and synth feel of this album. Plenty of great catchy tracks on this one.
# Top Tunes:
Dreams are made of / Love action / Dont you want me / Open your heart / sound of the crowd / darkness / seconds
# Would I listen to it again?
Of course my horse
Janis Joplin
5/5
# Album Name: Pearl
# Artist: Janis Joplin
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
This is a fucking great album. Janis' voice is rough AF but in a great edgy way. I love it. Theres plenty of great tracks on this album.
PLUS its duration is spot on. Its not like some albums which just drown on for the sake of it.
The balance on this album is fantastic.
# Top Tunes:
Entire album for me.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yup.
Radiohead
4/5
# Album Name: Hail To The Thief
# Artist: Radiohead
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
First half of the album is much stronger. Takes a bit of a dip after track 6. There’s some decent tracks on the 2nd half like there there, mixamatosis and wolf at the door but not at the same level as the first half. You can feel the transition of style which leads to the later albums.
I prefer the earlier bends/OKC albums over this. However, its still a good album!
# Top Tunes:
2+2 / Sit Down, stand up / Sail to the moon / GTS / Where i end.. / there there
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
CHVRCHES
5/5
# Album Name: The bones of what you believe
# Artist: CHVRCHES
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
I really enjoyed this album. Its best form is in its original 12 tracks album format coming in at 48 mins.
Every song is quality. It has a real synth vibe with super catchy tunes. It is a very poppy album but i think it gets that tag from its catchy tracks.
I can easily listen to every song on this album. Theres some real quality tunes on this album which is a testament to its strength.
Despite it being one of the "newer" albums on the list, i think it smashes some of the 80's stuff on here.
# Top Tunes:
Could easily listen to every track.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Smiths
4/5
# Album Name: Meat is Murder
# Artist: The Smiths
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Pretty good listen overall. I would say its a safe album. I can see why people dont connect with it.
That joke isnt funny anymore is a classic smiths sound which i associate with the band. This is a helluva track. Sadly the majority of the album isnt of the same standard.
Marr is great as always.
I was torn between a 3 and a 3.5 for this album. However, ive heard some real average stuff recently which i gave a 3. This album is probably better than those so ill round up to a 4 ( a very low one)
# Top Tunes:
That joke isnt funny anymore / Barbarism / well i wonder /
# Would I listen to it again?
Parts of it.
LTJ Bukem
1/5
# Album Name: Logical Progression
# Artist: LTJ Bukem
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Honestly, i thought this was junk. The two CDs on YT are 1hr 45 mins. Its absolutely dog shit imo. Not my thing at all. Got to be on drugs to like this.
# Top Tunes:
F All
# Would I listen to it again?
F no
Wilco
2/5
# Album Name: Yannkee Hotel Foxtrot
# Artist: Wilco
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Extremely average and underwhelming.
I did not enjoy this one.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Moby
4/5
# Album Name: Play
# Artist: Moby
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Really strong start to this album. The first eight tracks are strong. Theres a great mix of beats, vocals and guitar work. Then the album goes off grid. It moves into more electronic elevator music.
Which is a shame. If this album was cut down to the first 10 tracks then it would be an absolute banger. Sadly the extra 8 tracks just prolongs it for the sake of length it seems. This brings down the overall quality of the album as a whole.
As individual singles, theres plenty to get into. Some real good tracks.
I'd give this a low 4 due to the poor second half. It could have been higher.
# Top Tunes:
Honey / find my baby / porcelain / why does my heart feel so bad / south side / bodyrock / natural blues
# Would I listen to it again?
First half only.
Nas
3/5
# Album Name: Illmatic
# Artist: Nas
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Meh. It was nothing more than a passing by for me.
Ive said it before and ill say it again, the earlier hip hop stuff is still more palatable than the newer stuff.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably not.
The Residents
1/5
# Album Name: Duck Stab-Buster & Glen
# Artist: The Residents
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Absolute dog shit. This is not music. This is wank.
# Top Tunes:
You wot? Absolutely sweet FA
# Would I listen to it again?
I wouldnt give this one to my worst enemy.
The Smashing Pumpkins
4/5
# Album Name: Siamese Twins
# Artist: Smashing pumpkins
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Decent first listen. Although the album has a very weird guitar distortion on it. Literally every track bar a few has this whiney sound. it must have been of the time!
Theres a few good tracks on this album. But the album suffers from the same thing a lot do on this list - ITS TOO DAMN LONG. Coming in at over 60+ mins it feels like its over extended for the sake of it. If they trimmed it down then it would be damn good imo.
The fillers take away from the quality of the good tracks. Thats subjective i know.
Im torn between a 3 and a 4. A three is too low for some of the tunes, a 4 too high for others. A 3.5 would be about right. I cant give that so ill give a low 4.
# Top Tunes:
Cherub Rock / Today / Disarm / Luna
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably.
Herbie Hancock
2/5
# Album Name: Head Hunters
# Artist: Herbie Hancock
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Not a bad vibe but the tracks are incredibly repetitive. Some good muscianship no doubt about it.
Jazz just isnt my thing. Many have commented on this album as a "gateway to jazz". I still dont get it. I appreciate the skill but Jazz just isnt for me. Im not sure ill ever get it.
Couple of tracks on this album are way too long at 15+ mins.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe as background music but thats it.
Pet Shop Boys
3/5
# Album Name: Behaviour
# Artist: PSB
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
A very mellow album from the pet shop boys. There were no stand out tracks for me. It was just an OK album. Didnt hate it, certainly didnt love it.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No.
SAULT
2/5
# Album Name: Untitled (Black Is)
# Artist: Saulte
# Rating:
# Comments:
Never heard of these guys/gals before. Interesting they are very secretive about their identity. Maybe it coincides with their messaging.
The first four tracks were absolutely trash. Repetitive, boring. Then wildfires came on. Now thats a good song. I dont give AF if you want to make some political/race statement but just make sure the music is good man. Sadly, the album started out very poorly. The music was just such a low quality imo. Wildfires is a good song though. Thats how it should be.
The second half of the album picks up with a few decent songs like eternal life and monsters.
Overall the music, messaging and theme isnt for me. I think those with the high scores are more focussed on the message rather than the quality of the music.
# Top Tunes:
Wildfire / Eternal life / Monsters
# Would I listen to it again?
No, only the highlighted tracks.
The Velvet Underground
5/5
Album Name: The Velvet Underground & Nico
# Artist: The Velvet Underground
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Theres some great use of drums, strings and vocals on this album. Nico also brings a different dimension to the vocals which is a nice twist.
The album's cover is recognisable from anywhere. Its iconic.
The album starts off with some cracking tunes - Sunday Morning, waiting for the man, femme fatale and Venus. The first 8 songs are good! The last 3 fall off a cliff a bit.
I have never actually listened to this album in its entirety. Im not sure why. I think its because everyone told me i SHOULD. People telling me that i SHOULD love it. I hate that. But at the same time, i was wrong.
Really enjoyed this album though. I'd probably give it a 4.5 so its a low 5 for me.
# Top Tunes:
Sunday Morning, waiting for the man, femme fatale , Venus, run run run, tomorrows parties and heroin.
# Would I listen to it again?
Certainly.
The Velvet Underground
3/5
# Album Name: The Velvet Underground
# Artist: The Velvet Underground
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Ive never listened to a full VU album until yesterday. Then i get this the day after making it 2 VU albums in two days!
Nice vocals on Candy Says. Its very chilled and mellow. I like it.
Pale blue eyes is a banger. A truly lovely song.
Overall this was a pretty average album. I enjoyed candy and blue eyes but the rest past me by. Shame, because the VU and nico album was real quality.
# Top Tunes:
Blue eyes / Candy eyes
# Would I listen to it again?
Unlikely.
Gene Clark
2/5
# Album Name: White Light
# Artist: Gene Clark
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Americana country album which is pretty underwhelming. It was OK at best but pretty boring as its not really my style
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Kraftwerk
2/5
# Album Name: Autobahn
# Artist: Kraftwerk
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
I'd imagine back in the day that some of these sounds were cutting edge or new. But honestly, i did not enjoy this one. Autobahn was long AF. There were some decent sounds but the lyrics and overall tracks were poor.
This was not for me.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Cat Stevens
5/5
# Album Name: Tea for the tillerman
# Artist: Cat Stevens
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Absolutely cracking album. This is a steady as she goes album. It doesnt really move up or down the gears too much. It stays at a consistent level imo. But the quality of the songs is fantastic.
Its such a smooth acoustic album full of great guitar, melodies and vocals. The lyrics are fantastic. This is a album you can listen to in its entirety. No doubt about that.
I've came back to it again and again. This is an example of why i love this project. Great find.
# Top Tunes:
All of em.
# Would I listen to it again?
Fuck yeah. Cheers Cat.
Manu Chao
2/5
# Album Name: Clandestino
# Artist: Manu Chao
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
I was wondering to myself - i know this guy. Where have i heard him before. Then i realised it was in most of the backpackers in SA i stayed in. Good times.
Sadly, this album was not as good as that. Couple of good tracks like Desperacido and bongo but thats about it.
# Top Tunes:
Desperacido / bongo
# Would I listen to it again?
Nahhhhhh
Korn
2/5
# Album Name: Follow the Leader
# Artist: Korn
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
This has not aged well at all. The Album started off strong. The first 3-4 songs are good. Freak on a leash and got the life are essential Korn tracks. Most people have heard em even if you dont like the band.
But damn, the rest of the album was pretty bad.
# Top Tunes:
Freak on a leash / Got the life
# Would I listen to it again?
Only the two tracks.
Nirvana
5/5
# Album Name: MTV Unplugged In New York
# Artist: Nirvana
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Wow, what an album.
Back to back amazing acoustic driven songs. The band is so tight on this show. Kurts voice is gritty but powerful.
This is such a good acoustic album with several great covers thrown into the mix.
Some of the songs actually make the hairs stand on my arm.
Unreal.
# Top Tunes:
all of em.
# Would I listen to it again?
Definitely. I think ive listened to it 4 times since it popped up on the list.
Franz Ferdinand
4/5
# Album Name: Franz Ferdinand
# Artist: Franz Ferdinand
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
I remember franz ferdinand from back in the day. There was a real resurgence of the indie scene in the noughties.
At the time, i only ever heard the singles. And they did actually make an impact at the time. But i didnt realise how many singles actually came from the one album.
FF have a particular style but there was a lot of variation on this album. Even though it was a great listen, theres just something not quite there pushing it to a 5.
Top album though. Really enjoyed it. It took me back to the days.
# Top Tunes:
Plenty of great songs on this album.
# Would I listen to it again?
Fuck Yeah
Femi Kuti
3/5
# Album Name: Femi Kuti
# Artist: Femi Kuti
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad. Quite a lot of decent upbeat funk/jazz.
# Top Tunes:
No idea. They blended in.
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe.
Neil Young
4/5
# Album Name: After the Gold Rush
# Artist: Neil Young
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Really good opening to the album with Tell me why and Gold rush.
Only Love can break your heart. Probably THE standout song on the album.
Some fantastic melody, guitar and piano work on Southern Man. Quality song.
the first half of the album is very good and it takes a bit of a dip. But overall its a very good album.
# Top Tunes:
Tell me why / Gold rush / Love can break your heart / Southern man / Dont let it bring you down
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Pretenders
4/5
# Album Name: Pretenders
# Artist: Pretenders
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Well what can i say, i wasnt expecting this from the Pretenders. This album was a real mix of punk and new wave. On a first pass of the album, i was like ok this isnt bad. Then i came back to it a few times and its become a real grower.
Brass in pocket is like the odd one out for me. It doesnt quite fit the feel of the rest of the album but its THE song everyone knows on the album. Its a great tune.
The rest of the album really stands up too. Stand out tracks Private life and space invader. I love the guitar and vocals on private life. Great song.
Theres several other tunes worth a listen like phone call, love boys.
I'd give this a low 4. It wasnt great but it was very enjoyable.
# Top Tunes:
Private life , brass in pocket, space invader.
# Would I listen to it again?
I would.
Slade
3/5
# Album Name: Slayed?
# Artist: Slade
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
I always think of christmas when i think slade. I have got to be honest, i havent heard much more of em apart from come on feel the noise.
Balls to cover a Janis tune. Wasnt a bad attempt but not a patch on the OG. I did like the edgey raw rock to it though.
Goodbye Jane was probably my fave track on the album followed by Mamaaaa were all crazee now.
Overall just an alright album with a couple of good tracks.
# Top Tunes:
Goodbye T'Jane / Gudbuy Gudbuy / Mamaaaa were all crazee now
# Would I listen to it again?
It was OK. Probably listen to a track here or there. Not sure if id listen to it as a whole again anytime soon.
Teenage Fanclub
2/5
# Album Name: Bandwagonesque
# Artist: Teenage Fanclub
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Wow, this album beat nevermind to the "best album of 1991". That is a massive statement for any band. So im super intrigued to see what this album has got.
Unfortunately this was pretty much dog shit to me. How the fuck did someone think this was better than nevermind is beyond me.
Maybe im a simpleton.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Elton John
4/5
# Album Name: Madman Across The Water
# Artist: Elton John
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Great opening with Tiny Dancer. An absolute classic. Levon is good too. The rest of the album struggles to live up to that level. Some decent songs but not the best of elton. By far.
Im on the fence with this one. I think 3.5 would be fair. 3 is too low. 4 feels too high. But ill have to round up in this example.
# Top Tunes:
Levon / TD
# Would I listen to it again?
hmm
Wu-Tang Clan
3/5
# Album Name: Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
# Artist: Wu-Tang Clan
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not my style of music but it wasnt bad. Ive heard a lot worse if im honest.
C.R.E.A.M was the er.....cream of the crop. Good tune.
# Top Tunes:
CREAM.
# Would I listen to it again?
I might come back to this one.
3/5
# Album Name: Kick Out The Jams (Live)
# Artist: MC5
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Was just alright. Lots of energy and drive. Could be a different story seeing them lives.
Kick out the Jams was the stand out for me. Nothing else came close.
# Top Tunes:
Kick out the Jams
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Def Leppard
4/5
# Album Name: Pyromania
# Artist: Def Leppard
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Quality album. I dont mind a bit of DL even if it is abit of soft cock rock.
Musically the band is tight. But theres some good tunes on here such as Rock till you drop, Photograph, fooling, rock of ages.
Definitely worth a listen. Its not the best DL but its still a good album.
# Top Tunes:
Rock till you drop, Photograph, fooling, rock of ages.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Red Hot Chili Peppers
3/5
# Album Name: Blood Sugar Sex Magik
# Artist: RHCP
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Incredibly funky introduction to this album. Not bad sounds but very dubious hip hop style lyrics. It doesnt suit the band or Keides if im honest.
Then it breaks out into Breaking the girl which is a great track. Theres great vocals and acoustics on this song.
Suck my kiss is such a great funk tune. That bass is slapping! Probably the highlight of the funk feel for the band.
Then it falls into could have lied. Such a great slow moving melody. The guitar work by john on this is ace. Wicked solo.
Give it away, the finale of their funk triumph. 2 out of an album of about 14 aint bad....i guess.
Honestly, ive always felt RHCP were not suited to their funk roots. They have the musical ability but the sound and lyrics arent there. Thats where tracks like breaking the girl and UTB stand out.
Under the bridge is an absolute classic. No doubt about it.
Sadly, this album is simply too fucking long. Come on, nearly 80 mins? shit man. Theres 5 really good tunes on this thing. Cut the album to a total of 10, maybe 11 tracks at a push and it would have been an easy 4 for me. Sadly theres about 10+ tracks bringing this thing down.
I never thought id say it but its a 3 for me. It saddens me. Cos the tunes i love are really fucking good man. But theres too much dross on this. Too many funk fillers. Its like someone went shit, we need to fill up another 40 mins on this CD, what the fuck should we do?! Oh i know, lets add in lots of bang average tracks.
Damn shame. I've seen the chilli's live a few times and its always been the later years which have stood close to my heart. I look forward to getting californication on the list.
# Top Tunes:
Breaking the girl / Suck my kiss / I could have lied / Give it away
# Would I listen to it again?
Only the top tracks.
The Isley Brothers
4/5
# Album Name: 3+3
# Artist: The Isley Brothers
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
whos that lady - what a tune!!! the guitar is an absolute stand out. That guitar is getting ripped up! Some body phone the police!
Stand outs for me - summer breeze, listen to the music, what it comes down to and the amazing whos that lady.
The 37 mins duration is a nice amount. Not too short, not too long. The albums not quite a 5 for me. Just lacks a few more amazing songs to take it to that level. Nevertheless, still a bloody good album.
Overall, theres plenty of funk and soul throughout this album. Some of the tracks really get you going. The guitar solo's on this bad boy are fucking awesome. Love it.
# Top Tunes:
summer breeze, listen to the music, what it comes down to and the amazing whos that lady.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Various Artists
5/5
# Album Name: A Christmas Gift For You From Phil Spector
# Artist: Phil Spector
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
In the context of a Christmas album theme, this is an absolute banger. Tune after tune after tune.
Absolutely brilliant.
Wouldnt fancy listening to it in August but i got this on christmas day.
I wouldnt put it up there with the best albums ever but its probably the best christmas album ive heard. hence 5/5.
# Top Tunes:
So many
# Would I listen to it again?
every christmas now.
John Lennon
4/5
# Album Name: John Lennon-Plastic Ono Band
# Artist: John Lennon
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
I have to say this is not what i was expecting from a Lennon album. First time ive heard this in its entirety except a track or two. Its clearly an emotional time in his life. That becomes even more apparent when you read the history of the album.
I appreciate how raw the album is. Its clearly a very emotional and personal piece of art. Theres a few good tracks scattered here and there too. I enjoyed the laid back melody of hold on. Its quite nice. I found out - the bass and drums really drive the song. Working class hero. A fantastic song. I was surprised to find out this track was not released as a single. Its clearly the best song on the album in my eyes. Well well well - well, that was a surprise. Could of been Cobain behind the mic if im honest!! The drive and raw emotion in lennons voice. Really reminds me of early grunge. Was this the start of it? Doubt it but the similarity is there in the vocals.
Overall, if you strip back its emotional angle, the quality of songs arent at the highest levels you expect from a beatle. It pales in comparison to his beatles work or even later Lennon, Solo McCartney or even wings.
Im really torn with this one. Initially i was thinking a 3 because its so far away from the "best version" of lennon i enjoy. However, its clear the quality, raw emotion and personal issues are deeply rooted in this album.
I'd give it a low 4.
# Top Tunes:
WCH / Well Well Well / Mother / Hold on
# Would I listen to it again?
Yeah, ill come back to this one.
Elvis Presley
3/5
# Album Name: From Elvis In Memphis
# Artist: Elvis
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
First Elvis album! was deeply dissapointed. It wasnt how i'd imagine it went. Quite dreary and boring if im honest. He has a great voice of course.
Suspicious minds and in the ghetto are top drawer. The rest of the album can go in the bin. Shame.
# Top Tunes:
Suspicious minds and in the ghetto
# Would I listen to it again?
Only the two tracks.
UB40
3/5
# Album Name: Signing Off
# Artist: UB40
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Pretty average album if im honest. It doesnt get out of gear. Theres some decent reggae here but nothing too much to get excited about. A bang average middle of the road album. Didnt love it, didnt hate it.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
Christina Aguilera
2/5
# Album Name: Stripped
# Artist: Christina Aguilera
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
God dammit. This was long AF. Who actually thinks its a good idea to have 1hr 20 or mediocre pop music. I do understand there were some very big hit singles from this album like beautiful, dirty etc but it just wayyyyyy too long.
She has a great voice but this album is drowning with filler tracks.
# Top Tunes:
Beautiful / Dirty
# Would I listen to it again?
Fuck no.
Willie Nelson
4/5
# Album Name: Red Headed Stranger
# Artist: Willie Nelson
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Willie nelson is like the American version of Mick Hucknall - a red headed sex panther. The dudes packing over 8m listeners a month of spotify! What a fire cracker.
Really enjoyed the finger picking style of some tracks.
Willie has a nice voice and mellow vibe.
Cant believe this was his 18th album!!!
It was a decent listen. I quite enjoyed it. Wasnt the best but you could feel the quality of the tracks for this genre.
Its tough to rate. im torn between a 3 or 4. I'd probably give it a low 4. The quality of the tracks just pull this up from other 3-rated steady as she goes albums.
# Top Tunes:
Blue eyes cryin in the rain / Red headed stranger / O'er the waves
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably once or twice.
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
# Album Name: Are you experienced
# Artist: Jimi Hendrix
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
I remember buying this album as a young lad on CD many decades ago. At the time, i knew i liked it, but didnt really understand why. Then as the years went by you begin to understand. This album is special. Imo, its jimmys best album.
What an opening track with purple haze. Could an opening track be much better? im not so sure.
The quality of the music throughout this album is Grade A shit. I bet Eric Clapton was gutted when he heard this burst onto the scene. Fuck me, that would have been a kick in the balls.
Thankfully though, Jimmy brought this banger to our shores and lives were changed forever.
Long live the guitar GOAT. Great stuff.
# Top Tunes:
Too god damn many to name. Standouts are Purple Haze, Hey Joe, Wind cries mary, Foxey Lady, FIRE.
# Would I listen to it again?
Certainly.
PJ Harvey
3/5
# Album Name: Let England Shake
# Artist: PJ Harvey
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Decent album. Im not a huge fan of the entire album being a war theme. Gets a bit old. But theres a few good tunes on the album. Sadly, i never feel PJ notches it up a gear or two. Its like she is struggling to get out of 2nd gear. She normally has amazing range with her vocals but it seems a bit wobbly on this album.
Despite that, i think it may be a grower but its not going to be a show stopper. Definitely, an album for the more hardcore fans. Not a patch on Stories from the city...
# Top Tunes:
Living rose / glorious land / maketh murder / dark places
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably but not on regular rotation.
Lana Del Rey
3/5
# Album Name: Chemtrails Over The Country Club
# Artist: Lana Del Ray
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Lana has a lovely singing voice. Its very nice. Theres a couple of decent tracks on this album like white dress, Chemtrails over the country club and wild at heart. But overall, its very samey. Its a pretty average album. Definitely should not be on the list if im honest.
# Top Tunes:
white dress, Chemtrails over the country club and wild at heart
# Would I listen to it again?
No. A couple of tracks maybe but thats it.
Paul Simon
3/5
# Album Name: Paul Simon
# Artist: Paul Simon
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Mother and child has a slight reggae vibe to it. Interesting. Wasnt expecting that.
Pretty average album. two good tracks.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
Nah.
a-ha
4/5
# Album Name: Hunting High And Low
# Artist: A-ha
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
One of the best ever tracks and opening on an album? Probably. Take on me was an absolute classic with an awesome video. And it still is banging to this day. The problem opening with this song is it sets such a high bar for the album and it quite frankly cant live up to that level. Which is a shame. I think they should have pushed it towards the back end if not the very last song. This song must have blew your tits off back in the day.
Anyway, theres a few other good tracks on here like train of thought, high and low and sun always shines on tv. The latter two being strong singles in their own right.
Overall, the album is a pretty good debut. Take on me being the absolute stand out with a few others mingled in. The problem is theres many average fillers on the album too. Im torn between a 3 and a low 4. I think i'll go with the latter because of the single ive mentioned.
# Top Tunes:
Take on me, train of thought, high and low and sun always shines on tv
# Would I listen to it again?
Half of it.
Echo And The Bunnymen
3/5
# Album Name: Crocodiles
# Artist: Echo And The Bunnymen
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad but not as good i was expecting. Few good tracks like Pride, Rescue and Pictures on my wall. It doesnt seem to hit the highs of the other singles ive heard from the band.
Overall just an OK album.
# Top Tunes:
Pride, Rescue and Pictures on my wall
# Would I listen to it again?
hmmmm
Frank Sinatra
4/5
# Album Name: Songs For Swingin' Lovers!
# Artist: Frank Sinatra
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
This was a much better album that his wee hours i have previously received. Musically, the album is great. The quality of the arrangements is fantastic. Sinatras voice, well, not much to say. He is relentless. I love his voice. Its extremely powerful. The sex appeal oozes through this album.
Theres some good songs like got you under my skin and you make me feel so young.
A negative about the album is the length. It feels way too long and samey after a while. Which is a shame. But overall a good album, however, not quite top tier for me. Jazz is always a funny one for me but i did enjoy this one.
# Top Tunes:
under my skin and you make me feel so young
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Black Flag
2/5
# Album Name: Damaged
# Artist: Black Flag
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Decent opening track in Rise above. Pretty basic lyrics but some raw energy.
Fuck me, i did not realise this way henry rollins lol. I wonder where that sucker came from. Now i know.
The production on the album seems pretty fucked. Its like someone is playing the record in the room down the hall and i can hear it from the distance. Thats a big miss and a big shame. This band could and should have a big fuck off sound.
Shame it doesnt live up to its reputation. I have a soft spot for british punk but this misses the mark for me. Theres way too many songs below average.
# Top Tunes:
Rise above / Thirsty and miserable.
# Would I listen to it again?
No
David Bowie
5/5
# Album Name: Low
# Artist: David Bowie
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
I love a bit of bowie, but i have to admit, i havent heard much of the berlin trilogy era before.
My first listen of this album was, well, underwhelming. I think thats the best way to put it. Its a tale of two halves. First part of the album is vocal driven and the second half more electronic experimental/ambient. I decided to give it another listen.
The first half has some good songs on it like Speed of life, breaking glass, sound & vision and be my wife. It was a good first half! Real grower.
The latter half has Eno written all over it. It should be a Eno album almost. Pretty much from track 7 onwards. And Eno isnt someone who has struck me that well musically. You can feel the german influence. Im sure the electronics were well ahead of its time back in the day, and i can appreciate that, but its hard for me to grab on to. It doesnt connect with me musically. Its not how i know bowie either.
However, patience is a virtue. It turns out a few of the tracks on the second half were pretty damn good. I could see how it inspired lots of other artists despite it not being my favourite version of bowie.
Sound of vision and Be my wife are the standouts for me. Its a low 5 for me.
# Top Tunes:
First 6 tracks. Career in a new town, Warswaza and subterraneans.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Bob Dylan
4/5
# Album Name: Highway 61
# Artist: Bob Dylan
# Rating:
# Comments:
I’m not sure what it is with Dylan. There’s a track which clicks here or there, yes he does have some great lyrics, but overall I just don’t see or feel the grand appeal of the man.
Highway 61 is probably his best album ive heard to date. Its starts with the fantastic rolling stone but its hard for the rest of the album to live up to this track.
Theres some good melodies and tunes but it feels more like a lazy sunday afternoon or something id stick on in the background. Theres just something missing which would take it to a 5.
I enjoyed it but it wasnt great. I cant put it up there with the greatest albums or even a low 5. So a 4 it is. A good solid album.
# Top Tunes:
Rolling stone / thin man / queen jane / HW 61
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes.
Kate Bush
5/5
# Album Name: Hounds of Love
# Artist: Kate Bush
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Kate's vocals on this album are absolutely fantastic. Top drawer!
The albums opens with the fantastic running up at hill and hounds of love. Both are great tracks. Thats a big test for the rest of the album to stand up too.
The bass, vocals and guitar are wicked in Big sky.
The use of strings dotted around the album are rather empowering and give the album a dark undertone in certain areas. I like it.
The second half of the album takes a dark turn. Starting with under ice. Waking the witch is a bit of a mind fuck. I could imagine it backing a horror scene.
I have to say for a first listen this album was POWERFUL. i really enjoyed the sounds, vocal and overall music. Great album. It kicks you in the balls. Nice finish with morning fog.
# Top Tunes:
Running up that hill / HOL / Big Sky / Cloudbusting / Jig of life / waking the witch / morning fog
# Would I listen to it again?
I will definitely come back to this one.
Adele
5/5
# Album Name: 25
# Artist: Adele
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Adele has a wonderful voice. It’s spectacular. The album has plenty of good tracks. For me, this is an album of ballads with a few pop songs.
There is a somber undertone of the album which does begin to take its toll. But the tracks are solid and enjoyable.
There’s just something missing from the album which would take it to the next level. Adele definitely has the potential but i think she should try a more soulful approach in the future.
Either way, this is still a great album. Not up with there with the best of the best though. I'd probably give this a 4.5.
# Top Tunes:
Plenty of good tunes on this one.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Harry Nilsson
4/5
# Album Name: Nilsson Schmilsson
# Artist: Harry Nilsson
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
At first i was thinking, wtf is this. But i had to give this one a chance. Theres a large range of difference styles on here. You only need to listen to the album to notice that.
The lyrics and songs are catchy. The music is tight. The vocals are good. I enjoyed it. Theres some killer tracks like Gotta get up, jump into the fire and coconut. Without you is the obvious stand out.
# Top Tunes:
Jump into the fire, Gotta get up, without you, coconut
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Kraftwerk
3/5
# Album Name: The man Machine
# Artist: Kraftwerk
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
I did not enjoy the last kraftwerk album i recieved so this was a slightly better experience. You can see how these guys are well ahead of their time. And i get that, but a full album is a bit too much for me. Thankfully half the album is filled with some good tunes - robots, spacelab and model. The other half if so so.
I'd probably give it a 3.5 if i could
# Top Tunes:
robots, spacelab and model
# Would I listen to it again?
Only robots, spacelab and model.
Tom Waits
1/5
# Album Name: Bone Machine
# Artist: Tom Waits
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
BREAKING NEWS, Tom waits is the new face of Strepsils!!!! Jesus wept, what has this man put into his body to sound like this. Stay off the bensons mate.
Im dumbfounded by this man. I see comments on here saying its a "masterpiece" or "work of art" or "one of a kind". It blows my mind. WHAT AM I MISSING HERE.
Im not going to lie, this was bloody close to being a 2. Some of this album is absolutely bollucks. I do appreciate its something a bit different, raw, edgy. But that doesnt mean its good.
I dont think i'll ever like Tom waits at this rate.
# Top Tunes:
Going out west
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Laibach
1/5
# Album Name: Opus Dei
# Artist: Laibach
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Fuck off. Who added this fucking turd fest to the book?!
This is the musical equivalent of two germans defecating on each other.
Absolutely horrendous.
You have to be a twat to add this to the book. I hope you have nightmares tonight. I know i will.
# Top Tunes:
fuck off. Yer ma!
# Would I listen to it again?
Only if i joined the US army and was sent to guantanamo bay to perform my duties.
The Psychedelic Furs
4/5
# Album Name: Talk Talk Talk
# Artist: The Psychedelic Furs
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Another grower. Pretty in pink the absolute stand out. Great song. First listen to the album was OK. But i felt something lurking underneath. I gave it another chance and really grew to enjoy this album.
The Vocals remind me of Johnny Rotten. Very english.
The first 6 tracks of the album are very good if you like that alt sound.
# Top Tunes:
Dumb waiters / Pretty in pink / Wanna sleep with you / no tears / Mr jones / Like a train / It goes on / All of this or nothing
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes.
The Who
3/5
# Album Name: My Generation
# Artist: The Who
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Wasnt bad. My generation is an absolute classic. But that was the only traffic for me. The rest were just alright.
Not a fan of Townshend.
# Top Tunes:
My Generation
# Would I listen to it again?
mmmm mebbe.
The Undertones
3/5
# Album Name: Hypnotised
# Artist: The Undertones
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Pretty middle of the road punk rock album. Not bad but not stellar. Steady as she goes.
Couple of decent tracks but it doesnt get off the floor too much.
My perfect cousin the highlight of the album.
# Top Tunes:
Whizz kids / perfect cousin
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably not.
PJ Harvey
3/5
# Album Name: Dry
# Artist: PJ Harvey
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Good opening with Oh my lover. Decent track. Dat bass is slapping on Oh Stella.
Decent debut album from PJ. Quite unpolished is a good way to put it.
Theres a edgey feel to the record.
overall its not bad. just alright.
# Top Tunes:
oh my lover / stella / dress / sheela
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably
Michael Jackson
5/5
# Album Name: Bad
# Artist: MJ
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
An absolutely monster opening to this album with Bad and the way you make me feel.
The album has a real pop 80's vibe to it. Its like being transported back in time. Vocals are banging. Theres plenty of electronic vibes and funky use of trumpets and guitars. The production quality is very high as you'd expect on this. Very 80's of course.
The album is a tale of two sides. The singles are absolutely knock out out of the park 5/5. But the filler tracks are really that - fillers! Looking at the wiki, im genuinely shocked about how many singles were released as part of this album.
The man himself, well, fuck that guy. He is THE smooth criminal. Honestly. I had the same ponderings with townshend after listening to the who's my generation recently.
Im rating this a low 5 on the music alone. The hits are absolute monsters imo. A zero for the man.
# Top Tunes:
Bad / The way you make me feel / Another part of me / MITM / Cant stop loving you / SC / Leave me alone
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
R.E.M.
3/5
# Album Name: Document
# Artist: REM
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
I was honestly expecting more from REM. Its a pretty bland album with 2 good tracks.
Shame really.
# Top Tunes:
End of the world / The one i love
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Young Rascals
3/5
# Album Name: Groovin'
# Artist: The Young Rascals
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Meh. Just ok. Nothing to see here.
# Top Tunes:
Groovin
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Drive Like Jehu
1/5
# Album Name: Yank Crime
# Artist: Drive Like Jehu
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Never heard of these guys before. Fucking 1hr and 10 mins. These guys better be good.
Honestly, that was dog shit. fuck me dead. Someone phone the police and arrest the author for this one.
Still not as bad as opus dei.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Norah Jones
4/5
# Album Name: Come away with me
# Artist: Norah Jones
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Low 4 for me.
Norah has a wondeful voice. Theres 3 great tracks and 11 OK tracks on this album. Its quite a mellow listen. Rather nice. But not great.
# Top Tunes:
Come away with me / Dont know why / Turn on me
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Miriam Makeba
3/5
# Album Name: Miriam Makeba
# Artist: Miriam Makeba
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Beautiful voice. Did not connect with most of the music.
# Top Tunes:
Mbube
# Would I listen to it again?
Nah.
The Beach Boys
3/5
# Album Name: Surf's Up
# Artist: The Beach Boys
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Wasnt bad. Just OK to be honest.
# Top Tunes:
Lon promised road / Student Demo
# Would I listen to it again?
Hmmmm
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
4/5
# Album Name: Its Blitz
# Artist: Yeah Yeah Yeahs
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Opens the album with two killer tracks. These are quality. The rest of the album cant live up to that standard but theres some really catchy tunes. Good stuff.
Karens voice is good. Cant knock it
# Top Tunes:
First two are killers. But the entire album is good! I can listen to it all the way through.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Electric Light Orchestra
4/5
# Album Name: Out of The Blue
# Artist: ELO
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
This album is big, bold and beautiful.
Admittedly it is bloody long. Too long in fact. Another long album added to the book. However, its a good listen. Theres times when it gets a bit too dramatic. But overall theres some good tunes on this bad boy.
Very enjoyable but doesnt quite hit a 5 for me. I think the length let it down.
# Top Tunes:
Turn to stone / Its over / Sweet talkin woman / jungle / steppin out / Standing in the rain / Mr blue sky.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Prodigy
4/5
# Album Name: Music For The Jilted Generation
# Artist: The Prodigy
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Very mixed feelings on this one. Ive seen the prodigy live several times. And they are fucking great. Bags of energy. Theres some really good songs on this album too like Law, Voodoo people, poison, no good and one love.
But on the other hand its nearly 80 minutes fucking long. I mean, you got to be dropping a few E's to listen to an album like this for 80 mins. I mean if i was, it would probably be great. Either than or doing a kettlebell session.
I was torn between a 3 and 4. Id give this a 3.5 if i could. Benefit of the doubt is a 4.
# Top Tunes:
Law, Voodoo people, poison, no good and one love.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes.
Dinosaur Jr.
2/5
# Album Name: You're Living All Over Me
# Artist: Dino Jr
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Did not enjoy this one. Very bland and boring. The production quality was awful.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Elvis Presley
4/5
# Album Name: Elvis Presley
# Artist: Elvis Presley
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Elvis and the beatles back to back. The whole face off between the two has always been intriguing. Elvis' influence is clear as day to music. But to me The beatles were always on a whole other level. Their creativity and original songwriting trumping Elvis'.
Elvis' voice is absolutely iconic though. The man is a performer.
Theres some great tracks on this album too. The Elvis we know and love.
# Top Tunes:
Blue suede shoes / Got a woman / tutti frutti / blue moon / money honey
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Beatles
5/5
# Album Name: Abbey Road
# Artist: The Beatles
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
I mean honestly. Does it get much better? I honestly dont think so. WHAT A FUCKING ALBUM!
# Top Tunes:
All of it.
# Would I listen to it again?
Fuck yeah!
Joanna Newsom
3/5
# Album Name: Ys
# Artist: Joanna Newsom
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Some very interesting sounds in each track. But its like in one of those movies when they are running from the bad guy. You run so fast and come to a junction. Which way do you go? Is it left or right. You go the wrong way and get slaughtered.
Well this album goes down the wrong path often imo. I would have liked some of the melodies to go on a tad longer or to be explored further. But the song almost melts into a new track. I guess thats the idea.
Overall, its quite an original album. Vocals are decent. Arrangements are quite. funky/weird in some aspects but i feel thats all part of the artists persona. Not for the mass population. Couple of decent tracks id come back to. I feel those may grow on me. It would take a few listens. But for now it wasnt too bad of a first listen.
Im on the fence with this one. I'll come back to it.
# Top Tunes:
Emily / Sawdust & Diamonds
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Public Enemy
4/5
# Album Name: It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back
# Artist: Public Enemy
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Very surprising. I dont tend to like hip hop or rap but this album was quite good. Some quality tunes like bring the noise, dont believe the hype, can we get a witness, channel zero, rebel without a pause and prophets of rage.
Much more enjoyable than most of the hip hop stuff ive heard so far.
Biggest downfall of this album is the length of it. It seems to be the usual issue from the time.
# Top Tunes:
bring the noise, dont believe the hype, can we get a witness, channel zero, rebel without a pause and prophets of rage.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Beastie Boys
3/5
# Album Name: Ill Communication
# Artist: Beastie Boys
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Honestly, i cant hear some of the lyrics. Its like my headphones are made of potatoes.
This is not my kind of album at all. I cant even connect with it. Its not. awful, its just OK. Not something i would choose to listen to.
Theres a couple of good tracks like Sure shot, sabotage and flute loop which save this thing from a 2 for me. But only just. Its simply way too long. 20 tracks. wtf.
Sabotage is a classic of course. Great song.
Its a low 3 for me.
# Top Tunes:
Sure Shot / Sabotage / flue loop
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Alice Cooper
2/5
# Album Name: Billion Dollar babies
# Artist: Alice Cooper
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Cant really say i enjoyed this one.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Bruce Springsteen
5/5
# Album Name: Darkness on the Edge of Town
# Artist: The Boss
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Im not usually a fan of the boss but i enjoyed this album. Lots of solid tracks. Not too OTT. Just good tunes.
Solid 4 for a first listen. When i came back to it, this one grew into a 5.
Great album from the boss.
# Top Tunes:
Adam raised a cain / something in the night / candys room / streets of fire / prove it all night
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Red Hot Chili Peppers
4/5
# Album Name: Californication
# Artist: RHCP
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
This was rather a big album when it came out. The songs were everywhere. I've always been more drawn to the style of JF's soulful guitar tones than i have for flea's funky bass.
The first half of this album is good. Tracks 1-7. Then the 2nd half drops off a cliff. Its a tale of two sides. The second half has not aged well.
I'd give this a 3.5 if i could. So i will round up to a 4. Its done enough not to warrant a 3.
# Top Tunes:
Tracks 1-7 and road trippin.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Hawkwind
2/5
# Album Name: Space Ritual
# Artist: Hawkwind
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Poor album imo. Too fucking long as well.
Just when a song gets going, its turns into a mess. Not for me.
# Top Tunes:
Orgone accumulator / Brainstorm
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Linkin Park
4/5
# Album Name: Hybrid Theory
# Artist: Linkin Park
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
I didnt mind a bit of Nu-metal as a kid. I felt hybrid theory really tipped it into the mainstream. This album was being played everywhere. And i mean everywhere. Imo, its problem linkin park at their best.
The album has aged to my old ears. Definitely feels "of the time". Or at least to me. Some of the style has aged badly.
The singles were strong on this album but theres also other tracks which are good too - P.o.A, Runaway, By myself.
Overall, a good listen. Takes me back. Much prefer this to the later linkin park stuff. I'd give this a low 4.
# Top Tunes:
Papercut / OSC / Crawling
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Black Sabbath
5/5
# Album Name: Black Sabbath
# Artist: Black Sabbath
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
First time listen to this album. Wow, what a great debut album. Sabbath was TIGHT! The quality of this lot is way higher than some bands which have been around for years.
The guitar, the bass, the drums, the vocals. Great stuff. Plenty of top notch solo work on this record.
This was such an enjoyable album. Great stuff.
# Top Tunes:
All of it.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
CHIC
3/5
# Album Name: # Risque
# Artist: Chic
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Good times - absolute banger. Great opening to the album.
The album cant live up to the opening. song. Theres some good soul and funk but not at the same standard.
# Top Tunes:
Good times / Forbidden Lover / WIll you cry
# Would I listen to it again?
Dont think so.
Depeche Mode
5/5
# Album Name: Music to the Masses
# Artist: Depeche Mode
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Absolute banger of an album. Took a few listens but i got there in the end. Some great tracks on this thing. I really enjoyed it.
The vocals, the tunes, the beats. All top draw.
# Top Tunes:
Tracks 1 - 9
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Jefferson Airplane
4/5
# Album Name: Surrealistic Pillow
# Artist: Jefferson Airplane
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Somebody to love - A classic which the majority of people will have heard. Its a great song too.
This is such a good album with plenty of great tracks.
# Top Tunes:
Somebody to love / White rabbit / Embryonic Journey
# Would I listen to it again?
Hell yeah
Fleetwood Mac
5/5
# Album Name: Tusk
# Artist: Fleetwood Mac
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Love a bit of fleetwood. But damn, Rumous is a fucking tough album to follow. I mean how do you do that, how can you pull it off? Not many can to be honest.
When this album popped up i was happy to see it. Then i realised its a double album. My heart sank. Doubles are not something i typically enjoy.
This album oozes class with the musicianship. There is no denying the quality with this band. Theres some great tunes as well - The ledge, think about me, sara, not that funny, sisters of the moon, enough for me and tusk.
The problem for me and this album is the length. Its just too damn long. Maybe it would have been better to listen to it as two single albums.
Initial impression is a 4. That was mainly due to the length of the album.I honestly think it may notch up to a 5 perhaps with a breakdown of the album or listened in smaller chunks. SO thats. what i did. I came back for another listen. This time in smaller chunks. And i have to say it was much better. way less song fatigue.
Not as good as rumous but a very good album. If i could take my top picks out of this album it could probably give rumous a run for its money....but not quite.
# Top Tunes:
The ledge, think about me, sara, not that funny, sisters of the moon, enough for me and tusk.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes, in chunks.
Fairport Convention
4/5
# Album Name: Liege And Lief
# Artist: Fairport Convention
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Great vocals on the album. The quality of the band is very high. I love the celtic feel of it. There wasnt necessarily a song which stuck out to me, i just enjoyed the overall feel of the album. I'd probably give it a 3.5 or a low 4.
# Top Tunes:
Lark in the morning / Tam Lin / Crazy michael
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
3/5
# Album Name: Henrys Dream
# Artist: Nick Cave
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Yeah, i still dont get the hype about nick cave. Was alright.
# Top Tunes:
Jack the ripper
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Alanis Morissette
5/5
# Album Name: Jagged little pill
# Artist: Alanis Morissette
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Wow, this really reminds me of the 90s.
Alanis has good vocals on this record. Very edgy. I like it.
The singles on this album are actually very strong, good songs. Its a bit cheesy, the album has aged a tad. Definitely of the time but this album has plenty of great tracks on it. Really enjoyed this listen.
# Top Tunes:
You outta know / Hand in my pocket / You learn / Head over feet / Ironic
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
4/5
# Album Name: The Lexicon of Love
# Artist: ABC
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Some damn funky bass lines and synth on this record. Record length is good. I wouldnt say the album is really good or outstanding but its a enjoyable listen. It could easily blend into the era though rather than a stand out imo.
Overall, a upbeat funky synth pop album. Has a few great tracks like poison arrow, look of love and all of my heart. This are all top tracks. The rest of the album is decent.
A low 4 for this one.
# Top Tunes:
Poison arrow / Look of love / All of my heart
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe.
Maxwell
2/5
# Album Name: Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite
# Artist: Maxwell
# Rating:2/5
# Comments:
Have you ever seen that movie from 2010 called devil? Where they are stuck in a elevator before being brutally killed. Well imagine that with this album on the speaker before going to hell.
Sadly, thats as good as it gets. The tracks are pretty boring. Very samey. Disappointing considering the quality of the musicians. Lots of funk on this album. Its like melted butter. Super smooth. I felt it could have been better.
I definitely did not need to listen to this for 60 minutes.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Tim Buckley
2/5
# Album Name: Happy sad
# Artist: Tim Buckley
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Pretty boring. Not a patch on your son Tim. Shame really.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Billy Joel
5/5
# Album Name: The Stranger
# Artist: Billy Joel
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
If someone would tell me id like a billy joel album id tell them to get the fuck outta here.
But this is good man.
The album is filled with great tune after great tune. Admittedly, it was a grower for me. I initially marked it as a 4. But after a couple of listens, it became a low 5.
Cracking effort but theres just something a miss to put it up their with the greats.
# Top Tunes:
Plenty of bangers - The stranger, just the way you are, Ital restaurant, good die young, always a woman, right the first time.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Black Sabbath
5/5
# Album Name: Vol.4
# Artist: Black Sabbath
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
My 2nd sabbath album in a week. Im looking forward to this. Their first album blew me away. It was great.
Wheels of confusion - fucking damn good solo to finish on.
Changes is a wild side step. It shows the depth to the bands talents taking their sound in a delicate direction. Its a lovely song. Great lyrics and music on this song.
Supernaut - best track on the album. Love that killer riff. Great drums.
Sabbath have really shocked me. I was never into them or heard much but the last two albums i have had were great.
This album isnt as good as their debut but its still bloody good. Theres some great riffs and tunes on this album.
# Top Tunes:
WoC / Changes / Supernaut / snowblind
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Cee Lo Green
1/5
# Album Name: Cee-Lo Green... Is The Soul Machine
# Artist: Cee-Lo Green
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Wow, that was awful.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
Hell no.
Michael Kiwanuka
5/5
# Album Name: Kiwanuka
# Artist: Michael Kiwanuka
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
I really enjoyed this album. Its got some great sounds. Its a good listen in its entirety. The flow of the album is great. Theres some good vocals, guitar work and catchy tunes. Theres a real mix of soul, blues and rock on here. Its a nice blend.
# Top Tunes:
Just listen to the whole damn thing.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
David Bowie
4/5
# Album Name: Blackstar
# Artist: David Bowie
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Bowie is a funny one for me. I love his classics. It just takes a while to warm up to his albums. If i warm up to them i intend to really enjoy them. Low was like that for me. Now i love that album.
My first listen to blackstar, and honestly, musically its just not bad. I The depth and meaning behind the tracks is obviously there considering where he was on his journey in life.
Blackstar is very radiohead to me. Lazarus is a moving track. Give everything away is a great finale.
I'll give this a low 4.
# Top Tunes:
BS / Laz / Give everything away
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Jerry Lee Lewis
4/5
# Album Name: Live at the Star Club (Hamburg)
# Artist: Jerry Lee Lewis
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Plenty of people on here rating the spotify album version with 8 songs. The original has 13-14 depending on the version.
Ah Jerry Lee, isnt he that famous karaoke singer? Forgetting the man for a second, theres some great piano and rock n roll on this album. I can imagine it would be great to see live. Theres some real bangers. You can feel the quality of this live show.
Musically though, he is just playing covers most of the time. So for me, it does not reach that 5 rating. Music and energy yes, no doubt. I love it. But its not his material.
Yeah the man himself was a pos. Absolute scum of the earth it seems. No thanks.
# Top Tunes:
Plent
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Donovan
3/5
# Album Name: Sunshine Superman
# Artist: Donovan
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Great opener with Sunshine superman. Nice vocals, melody and guitar. Everyone will have heard this song at some point of their life. Very 60s.
Season of the witch is also a great tune. APart from that, the rest of the album was alright. Nothing stood out though. Decent background music.
# Top Tunes:
Sunshine superman and season of the witch
# Would I listen to it again?
hmmmm
Johnny Cash
4/5
# Album Name: American IV: The Man Comes Around
# Artist: Johnny Cash
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Good album. JC's vocals are emotional, deep and croaky as always. First half of the album is filled with bangers.
2nd half is a bit of a drag towards the end. Feels like the album goes on a little but still good.
Overall a good album thats worth a listen.
# Top Tunes:
Hurt / man comes around / personal jesus
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
George Harrison
5/5
# Album Name: All things must pass
# Artist: George Harrison
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
First album is a great. Really good stuff. I'd give it a 5 on its own merit.
2nd album falters a bit imo. Its still good but doesnt hit the highs of the first album. Id give this a 4.
Now album 3. Fuck me, by this stage, its a lot for any one to listen to. HOWEVER, theres some great jamming sessions on that third album. Really enjoyable if you are into that kind of thing.
The third album brings it back to a 5.
Overall its a bit of a journey. Great stuff. I'd give it a 5. Its just a shame that lull in the 2nd album. I'll give it another listen. But still, its a piece of art. Nice one George.
Great album from an underrated beatle.
# Top Tunes:
have you anytime / MSL / Wah-wah / isnt it a pity / what is life / let it down / Beware of darkness / age of dying / hear me lord / Jammin sessions (3rd album)
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
3/5
# Album Name: Ghosteen
# Artist: Nick Cave & the seeds
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Nick cave is like an ex-wife. Its a real love/hate relationship.
Theres a lot of emotion and dark undertone to the album. But i just dont gel with this band. Maybe i have to give it time. Maybe i will never gel with it?
Who the fuck knows. But for now. It was just OK.
# Top Tunes:
Ghosteen
# Would I listen to it again?
hmmmm. Probably not.
Bob Marley & The Wailers
5/5
# Album Name: Exodus
# Artist: Bob Marley
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Great Album. The first half is probably a 4. 2nd half is fantastic. 5/5.
These songs have stood the test of time. BM brought reggae to the mainstream and really made it his own.
This is genuinely a great listen imo. Plenty of bangers.
# Top Tunes:
Exodus / Jamming / waiting in vain / lights down low / 3 little birds / one love
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Beth Orton
2/5
# Album Name: Central Reservation
# Artist: Beth Orton
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
I think i nearly died of boredom. First opening song was good. After that. pretty generic. She has a nice voice.
But i didnt enjoy this album. Too long and boring.
# Top Tunes:
Stolen Car
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Wild Beasts
2/5
# Album Name: Wild Beasts
# Artist: Two Dancers
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Underwhelming. Not very good. Bang Average. Not a single song that. clicked.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
Nah
Erykah Badu
2/5
# Album Name: Mamas Gun
# Artist: Erykah Badu
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Honestly, this is not my thing. Theres some decent vocals and sounds but none of the tracks really stuck for me.
Nothing stood out.
It could be background music and i wouldnt remember it.
The music wasnt offense.
It was just meh.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Sister Sledge
4/5
# Album Name: We are family
# Artist: Sister Sledge
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Some great tunes on this album. Half of the tracks are absolute gems.
The slower tracks are pretty standard fillers and bring the level down.
Overall a good album. I enjoyed it.
# Top Tunes:
Greatest dancer / lost in music / thinking of you / we are family
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Tears For Fears
5/5
# Album Name: Songs from the big chair
# Artist: Tears for Fears
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
WHAT AN INTRO - shout. Great song. If anyone says they dont sing a long to that then they are lying to ya!
The sax on working hours is so 80s. Its great.
EBWTRTW - great track. Nuff said.
I personally liked mothers talk.
Head over heels - yet another banger. The transition is good.
Overall, a very good album. Doesnt quite hit the 5 mark for me on first listen.But over time it got there. I didnt think id come back to it but it drew me back in. Great listen.
# Top Tunes:
Shoutd / Mothers talk / HoH / EBWTRTW
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Ash
3/5
# Album Name: 1977
# Artist: Ash
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Couple of good songs on here like girl from mars and goldinger but overall its a very average britpop album.
# Top Tunes:
Goldfinger / from from mars / kung fu / oh yeah
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Dolly Parton
3/5
# Album Name: Coat of many colours
# Artist: Dolly Parton
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Bang average. Just OK.
# Top Tunes:
No idea
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Sleater-Kinney
3/5
# Album Name: Coat of many colours
# Artist: Dolly Parton
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Bang average. Just OK.
# Top Tunes:
No idea
# Would I listen to it again?
No
TV On The Radio
2/5
# Album Name: Desperate Youth, Blood Thirsty Babes
# Artist: TV On The Radio
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Pretty underwhelming to me. I didnt enjoy it. There was one track which i recognised. Otherwise i didnt connect with this album.
# Top Tunes:
Staring at the sun
# Would I listen to it again?
No, except the one single.
Merle Haggard
2/5
# Album Name: I’m a Lonesome Fugitive
# Artist: Merle Haggard
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Not my cup of tea. Theres some good guitar riffs and slide work but the style isnt for me.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Duke Ellington
4/5
# Album Name: Ellington at Newport
# Artist: Duke Ellington
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Im not a jazz fan but i enjoyed the album in its entirety.
# Top Tunes:
Not sure - it blended into one tbh. Good album all round.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Zutons
4/5
# Album Name: Who killed the Zutons?
# Artist: The Zutons
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Probably doesnt deserve to be on the list imo. But its a very enjoyable album.
# Top Tunes:
Z fever / you will you wont / pressure point / confusion / nightmare 2 / remember me
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Velvet Underground
1/5
# Album Name: White light white heat
# Artist: The Velvet Underground
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Absolute shite. I think the opening song was the only audilble track. The rest is garbage. Fucking hot garbage. Just noise.
Sister ray - 17 mins? give me a fucking break sunshine.
# Top Tunes:
Absolutely none of them.
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Pulp
4/5
# Album Name: Different Class
# Artist: Pulp
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Overall a good album. Takes me back to the 90s. Didnt quite live up to the oasis/blur battle but theres some quality tracks on this album.
Common people and disco 2000 are legitimate anthems for an era which will never be witness again. Thats certainly something.
Theres a real variation in the styles of songs too.
# Top Tunes:
Disco 2k / common people / something changed / sorted for E & wizz
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Queen
4/5
# Album Name: Sheer Heart Attack
# Artist: Queen
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Good listen. Doesnt live up to the later queen stuff but you can tell its the beginning of things to come.
Low 4.
# Top Tunes:
Brighton Rock / Killer queen
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Saint Etienne
2/5
# Album Name: Foxbase Alpha
# Artist: Saint Etienne
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Not my cup of tea
# Top Tunes:
Only love can break your heart
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
4/5
# Album Name: Chirping Crickets
# Artist: Buddy Holly
# Rating: 4
# Comments:
Pretty good rock n roll album. It does dwindle in areas but theres a few good tracks on this one. Some of the album has definitely dated for sure.
I'd give it a low 4.
# Top Tunes:
Oh boy / fade away / maybe baby / that'll be the day
# Would I listen to it again?
Parts of it
Prince
4/5
# Album Name: 1999
# Artist: Prince
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Absolutely great opener with 1999. What a great song. That backed up with red corvette. Wowza, what a start to the album. 5/5 right there.
I have to admit though - thats a start to the album which is frankly hard to top. The quality drops a tad from there. From a 5 to a 3 or 4 in some areas.
Way too many 6+ minute tunes on this album. Some of it works. Some of it doesnt.
Overall id give this a low 4. I'll come back to it as i like Prince.
# Top Tunes:
1999 / LRC / Pretend we're married /
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
White Denim
4/5
# Album Name: D
# Artist: White Denim
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Low 4. Not a bad jam session. Band is talented.
Just above average. Good. But not very good.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
Björk
5/5
# Album Name: Debut
# Artist: Bjork
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Well, i wasnt sure what to expect out of Bjork if im honest. Turns out i have heard a few of the main tracks before.
The style of music wasnt what i was expecting though. Its quite house/dance. I thought she would be a lot more weird. Its got a slight banging vibe to some of the tracks. Quite good.
The album opens well. The first three songs are very good.
This is genuinely a very good listen. I just had to give it time.
I'd probably give this a 4.5. But ill go with a low 5 because ive actually came back to this album multiple times since that first listen. Even though i have rated a 5 i wouldnt class it up there with the best of them. I just really enjoyed this.
Fuck me dead, am i a closet Bjork fan?! I think i am.
# Top Tunes:
Human behaviour / Venus / BT Sensuality / crying / One day / Come to me
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Funkadelic
4/5
# Album Name: Maggot Brain
# Artist: Funkadelic
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Maggot brain - wow, what a great track. That guitar work is FIRE. The live version is EVEN better. Check it out on YT.
Theres some other good tracks on here like hit it and quit it, you and your folks, super stupid.
Some great funk beats and rhythm all round. I enjoyed it.
# Top Tunes:
Maggot brain, hit it and quit it, you and your folks, super stupid
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Arcade Fire
5/5
# Album Name: The Suburbs
# Artist: Arcade Fire
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Honestly, this is a great album. Loads of bangers on this record if you give it a chance. Its a dark horse.
The biggest detraction from the album is the number of songs. Personally i dont mind as i enjoy most of the tracks but you could easily cut 3-4 out.
# Top Tunes:
Suburbs / Read to start / Modern man / Rococo / Ready to start / City with no children / H. Light 1 & 2 / Suburban war / Deep blue
# Would I listen to it again?
Def
Suzanne Vega
3/5
# Album Name: Suzanne Vega
# Artist: Suzanne Vega
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
SZ has a nice voice. Other than that the album was pretty bland. It was just an OK listen. Neither here or there. I definitely didnt hate it but i did not enjoy it.
# Top Tunes:
None that stuck out
# Would I listen to it again?
Dont think so
# Album Name: A Nod Is As Good As A Wink To A Blind Horse
# Artist: Faces
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Not a bad album for Rod. I've never been his biggest fan but he does have some decent singles in his back catalogue.
Now this album has a nice rock n roll and bluesy feel to it. I assume thats the ronnie wood influence if im honest. Theres some good guitar and piano work.
Rods vocals are good as usual. Nothing new here.
Stay with me is THE stand out track. It is a absolute classic. Great song. Threes a few more tracks on this album which makes it a notable 4 for me.
# Top Tunes:
Judys farm / Youre so rude / Stay with me / too bad / Thats all you need
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Miles Davis
4/5
# Album Name: Birth Of The Cool
# Artist: Miles Davis
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
This album was cool. I enjoyed it as a whole.
# Top Tunes:
Whole album is worth a listen in its entirety
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Queen
5/5
# Album Name: Night at the Opera
# Artist: Queen
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Well, this is not how i know queen but WHAT an album. Really enjoyed this one. It has such a range of styles. It was an absolute pleasure to hear the band go through the different styles. To the banging solo's to the folk track of 39 and even in love with my car! The first 6 tracks are great. And the album finishes up with one of the best tracks ever in Bohemian Rhapsody.
Great album. A grower for sure!
# Top Tunes:
Death on 2 legs / Sunday arvo / love with my car / my best friend / 39 / sweet lady / BR / Prophet song
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Happy Mondays
3/5
# Album Name: Bummed
# Artist: Happy Mondays
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Im listening to the collectors edition. A total of 27 tracks. Looking at the history of the album only the first 10 songs were on the original release.
I always remember growing up in my teens and hitting the indie clubs. You could guarantee the mondays would have a few tunes absolutely belting out with people ripping up the dance floor. Usually off their face of course. But still, the mondays had some great tunes. I've seen them live and they were good!
Sadly, this album is extremely flat. Theres a couple of good tunes like Mad cyril and WFL but the rest of the album doesnt hit the mark.
You can tell they are getting their feel for the lead up to Pills, but i expected much much more from this listen. Im disappointed.
# Top Tunes:
Mad C / WFL
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe but not anytime soon.
Metallica
4/5
# Album Name: And just for all
# Artist: Metallica
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
A very solid 4. The quality of the band and tracks on this album is good. One being the stand out track.
Theres something missing from the album. Its not on the same level as the black album but a good listen.
Biggest downside if the length of some tracks.
# Top Tunes:
One
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Fairport Convention
3/5
# Album Name: Unhalfbricking
# Artist: Fairport Convention
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad. Some nice vocals and melodies. No song really popped though. Few decent tracks.
# Top Tunes:
Where the time goes / Autopsy
# Would I listen to it again?
Only some of it
Green Day
4/5
# Album Name: American Idiot
# Artist: Green Day
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
The album starts off well. Dips in the middle. The band is tight as you would expect.
Theres four strong singles on the album - american idiot, holiday , BoBD and September ends.
The rest of the album isnt bad. Lots of fillers but some decent tracks. Some songs are definitely too long which helps bump the album up to nearly 60 mins runtime. It could have definitely been cut down in areas.
But its a good album with a few tracks as good as their early stuff.
# Top Tunes:
american idiot, holiday , BoBD and September ends
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Hole
3/5
# Album Name: Celebrity Skin
# Artist: Hole
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Celebrity Skin. Im pretty sure everyone has heard the track. ALways reminds me of love and cobain, even though it came out many years after it. Its a great song.
The rest of the album is very mediocre imo. Billy corgans stamp is all over this. You can feel it.
Courtney loves voice really grates on me. I normally love a femal vocalist but she is average.
The only other song to note is malibu.
This is a very 90's alt-pop album. Forgettable. Didnt hate it, def dont think its good.
# Top Tunes:
CS / Malibu
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Patti Smith
5/5
# Album Name: Horses
# Artist: Patti Smith
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Starts out with a great track - Gloria! Its a banger. Real fun tune.
PS has pretty good vocals. I like her style. A cracker of an album!
A low 5 from me.
# Top Tunes:
Listen to the whole thing. Stand outs are Gloria, Redondo beach, free money and horses.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Santana
5/5
# Album Name: Abraxas
# Artist: Santana
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Wow, what a great album. I loved it. Its very instrument driven and focussed. The band and the music is the centre piece. Vocals not so much. The guitar work is amazing, the drums are fantastic. This album has it. The songs that are more vocal driven really shine such as black magic women, mothers daughter, feelin better and Oye como va.
This is such a fucking banger. Dont let it fly by. Enjoy it.
# Top Tunes:
The whole thing was a great listen.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Scott Walker
2/5
# Album Name: Scott 2
# Artist: Scott Walker
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Wow, this was an absolute snoozefest. Hasnt aged well at all.
Couple of decent tracks like Jackie and next. But the rest tries to be OTT. It just gets too much.
I didnt hate it but definitely disliked it.
# Top Tunes:
Jackie
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Kanye West
2/5
# Album Name: College Dropout
# Artist: Kanye West
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Admittedly, theres a few good tracks on this album which were released. The rest of it is complete dross. And this thing goes on for a loooooonnnnggggg time. That including the crappy skits are enough to drive me mad. Coming in at 1hr and 16 mins this album is simply way too long for what it is.
I was blown away by Kanye's My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy album. It was terrific. But this is nowhere near that level.
I would have given this a 3 which i think is fair. But the length of the album plus the crap skits drag it down to a 2.
Obviously Kanye is a pos now but im focussing on the album only.
# Top Tunes:
All falls down, jesus walks, workout plan, slow jamz
# Would I listen to it again?
No, single only.
Metallica
2/5
# Album Name: S&M
# Artist: Metallica
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Honestly, i like metallica but this was not a good album. It felt like an infusion of two complete opposites - which is kinda what it is. However, its not done well. The orchestra pieces doesnt go well with the majority of songs. It just doesnt fit.
When i think of great symphony/rock pieces i think of songs from Paul McCartney or Guns n Roses. Metallica also have examples of this in their back catalogue. And it works for the odd song here and there.
I get what theyve done and tried to push the boundary. But it just didnt work for me. Overall a poor album.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Dolly Parton
2/5
# Album Name: Trio
# Artist: Dolly Parton
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Nice vocals. OK country music but very forgettable and quite boring if im honest.
Did not enjoy.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Police
2/5
# Album Name: Synchronicity
# Artist: The Police
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
I have always enjoyed singles ive heard from the police over the years. They have some great tunes. When i saw this pop up I thought, great! this should be a banger.
Honestly, i am not sure what i have just listened to. The first half of this album was terrible. And i dont say that lightly. I cant believe "every breath" was from this album. Its totally out of place.
Mother was absolutely awful. The album didnt get going until track 6 - Sync II. Theres a couple of good songs then finishes quite average again.
Very dissapointed in this album. Took a few tracks away from it but i wouldnt listen again in a hurry.
# Top Tunes:
Sync II / Every breath you take / king of pain
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Fela Kuti
4/5
# Album Name: Zombie
# Artist: Fela Kuta
# Rating:
# Comments:
I listened to the original LP version consisting of two tracks. A grand total of 25 mins. A lovely length for such music.
Honestly, wasnt bad. Pretty good, upbeat tempo with some good brass. Very listenable for 25 mins. If it was longer (like the extended CD version) then i think it would be too much.
Id give this a very low 4.
# Top Tunes:
Errrrr there were only two on this LP.
# Would I listen to it again?
Doubtful
The Doors
5/5
# Album Name: The Doors
# Artist: The Doors
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Break on through. Amazing opener. Nuff said. Followed up by the excellent soul kitchen. Love the organs and guitar on that track.
Jims vocals are great on this album. nothing is stopping him.
This is a fucking album which is on fire. Love it. Its the real deal.
The end is an absolutely wicked way to finish this album
# Top Tunes:
Every. single. track.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Flaming Lips
3/5
# Album Name: Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots
# Artist: Flaming lips
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not much to say on this one if im honest. Was pretty average. The techincal capability of the band is there but the songs didnt hit me.
Do you realise was the only song to strike a chord.
# Top Tunes:
Do you realise
# Would I listen to it again?
Doubtful
Sade
3/5
# Album Name: Diamond life
# Artist: Sade
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Nice voice. Great opener. Some nice jazz / soul vibes.
Not many songs stood out to me though. Not a bad listen.
# Top Tunes:
Smooth operator
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
# Album Name: Electric Ladyland
# Artist: Jimi Hendrix
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Wow, voodoo chile, 15 mins is long. But when Jimi is ripping up that guitar like he is then he can do what the F he wants.
This is a great album. The band are so fucking tight its unreal. The quality of each musician is top tier.
Theres plenty of great songs on this album. I do think the length of the album detracts from the overall quality. Some of the tracks are more like jam sessions. Theres two songs about 15 mins in length. Thats nearly half the album duration!
Overall a great listen by the man himself.
# Top Tunes:
Crosstown traffic / voodoo chile / LMS / Come on / Midnight lamp / Rainy day / 1983 / AATW / Voodoo Child
# Would I listen to it again?
oh yes
Astrud Gilberto
3/5
# Album Name: Beach Samba
# Artist: Astrud Gilberto
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
This is 100% elevator music. Wow. There should be an elevator on the cover.
Some of the melodies arent bad. Its not offensive but not exciting. Nothing grips you.
I look at the track list and see "Oba Oba" on there. I immediately think of the football advert. I am greatly disappointed when it comes around and its NOT that song. Dang. Thats a shame.
Id probably give this a 2.5 if i could.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Christine and the Queens
2/5
# Album Name: Chris
# Artist: Christine and the queens
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
This aint no daft punk.
Very average french electro pop straight from the 80s wannabee draw.
Very underwhelming
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Isaac Hayes
4/5
# Album Name: Hot buttered soul
# Artist: Isaac Hayes
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Wow, that voice. The string and arrangements are fantastic. Love the take on walk on by. The guitar and organs are very good. its a 12 min ball of fun.
Theres some good tracks on this album. Good listen!
# Top Tunes:
Walk on by / Hyper... / One Woman
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
1/5
# Album Name: Will The Circle Be Unbroken
# Artist: Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Hell no. Not two + hours of fucking country music like this. God damn. I couldnt get through it. I cant lie.
The quality of some of the music is good. But its just too long. wtf makes you wanna do something like this?!
Someone said at least it wasnt as bad as morrisey? Got to be kidding me.
# Top Tunes:
Who knows? i dont
# Would I listen to it again?
hell naw
Khaled
2/5
# Album Name: Kenza
# Artist: Khaled
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Kind of reminds me of being in an indian restaurant. i know i know, this is not from india. But thats what it reminds me of.
Music was OK. something different for sure.
But the length was too much. It just went on and on. It would be doable if it was 30-40 mins. But an hour 20 is way too much. Plus a butchered version of imagine gives this one a 2.
# Top Tunes:
Aalach T / Cest la nuit
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Led Zeppelin
5/5
# Album Name: Physical Graffiti
# Artist: Led Zeppelin
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
The first CD/album in this record is immense. The musical talent on display is second to none. Great drums, bass and guitar all wrapped up in plants vocals. The album finishes very strong with houses of the holy, under foot and kashmir.
If this album was CD-1 only, it would be a straight 5 for me. The second album is a grower not a shower. It doesnt pack the same punch as CD-1 but its shines on its own after some time. its probably a 4/4.5. I'll go with the latter.
Great album
# Top Tunes:
All of the first album / in the light / down by the seaside / 10 years gone / wanton song / boogie with stu / black country woman
# Would I listen to it again?
fuck yeah
Nirvana
5/5
# Album Name: In Utero
# Artist: Nirvana
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Honestly, for me this is a great album. It doesnt have the pop hits like nevermind but its a really good album. You can feel the rage in several songs. Then it completely changes tone and goes rather mellow in several tracks like PT, rape me and dumb.
There's a slightly different direction on this album with the introduction of more strings. I would have loved to see where Cobain would have taken the band.
The best track on the album for me is Radio unit friendly shifter. The lyrics and energy in the distortion is brilliant.
Its not quite up there with the "best of the best" albums of all time but its a cracker. Low 5 from me.
# Top Tunes:
RUFS / HSB / rape me / dumb / all apologies / PRT
# Would I listen to it again?
Yup
Echo And The Bunnymen
3/5
# Album Name: Porcupine
# Artist: Echo and the Bunnymen
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
The cutter. What a song. If that doesnt lift you up i dont know what will. Great opener to the album.
The album falls off a cliff quality wise after that. It simply cant live up to the opening track. Back of love and god will be gods were good tracks. The rest seem like fillers on a first listen.
Maybe this one will grow but at the moment its a solid 3.
# Top Tunes:
Cutter / back of love / god will be gods
# Would I listen to it again?
I might come back for a second listen
Michael Jackson
5/5
# Album Name: Thriller
# Artist: MJ
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
What a way to start the album - wanna be starting something. The bass is popping. Those backing vocals are on fire.
The duet with Paul McCartney is a little corny, perhaps a bit cheesy but a nice pop cheesefest.
Then the trifecta begins - thriller, beat it and billy jean. Wow. It even backs up onto human nature and PYT. Not quite at the previous three's level but an absolutely banging track.
What an album
# Top Tunes:
The whole sha-bang.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Simon & Garfunkel
4/5
# Album Name: Parsley, Sage, Rosemary And Thyme
# Artist: Simon and Garfunkel
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
The detail of the instruments in Scarborough fair is beautiful. Theres things going off on all sides.
Coming in at 28 mins this is a rather short album but suited for the style of music.
Theres plenty of melodies, nice acoustics and vocals.
An enjoyable album. But theres something missing from this thing going up to a 5. Top effort though.
# Top Tunes:
Plenty on here
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Youngbloods
3/5
# Album Name: Elephant Mountain
# Artist: The Youngbloods
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Very average album. OK as background music i guess.
# Top Tunes:
Darkness, Darkness
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Dexys Midnight Runners
4/5
# Album Name: Searching for the young soul rebels
# Artist: Dexys midnight runners
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
For a debut album, the band is very tight musically. Theres a big jazz and SKA influence in many of the tracks.
The sax in Meet in Caffs was absolutely banging.
I think “Im just looking” was an attempt at a Ballard from the Dexys! The build up to the sax is sweet.
Geno. Nuff said. What a classic tune. Everything about the song is A grade.
Quite a fun album overall. I did find it got a bit too much by the end.
This is a low 4 from me.
# Top Tunes:
Meet in caffs / Just looking / Geno
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably
Lauryn Hill
4/5
Album Name: The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
# Artist: Lauren Hill
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
LH has a fantastic voice. That deep soul kind.
Ex factor is a brill song. That guitar solo. feels like santana.
Zion is with Santana! nice tune. Did not like the ending though. Not sure why they need to talk out the track. Good song apart from that. This talking thing happens way too often on the album.
That thing - a classic song which everyone knows
The first half of the album is very good! The problem i find with the rap/rnb from this era is there too much album. This goes on for nearly 1hr 20. The length detracts from the overall quality. When i look back at the number of songs ive saved - its a decent number. But theres a helluva lot filler too. Some is tedious. Some not bad. If they streamlined this album down to 10 tracks or so it would of been hugely effective. An easy 5. But the length detracts away from that 5. This album is probably a 4 or 4.5 tops for me.
Overall a very good listen - and thats coming from someone who doesnt like the genre!
# Top Tunes:
X factor / Zion / that thing / lost ones / final hour / Everything is everything
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes, most of it.
Goldfrapp
3/5
# Album Name: Seventh Tree
# Artist: Goldfrapp
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Pretty mellow album all round. Not as good as their early bangers but still a good listen.
Theres some good melodies and vocals, good stunes, but it just doesnt jump out at me.
I dont think this needs to be on the list if im honest.
# Top Tunes:
clows / happiness / A&E / Houdini /
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Genesis
2/5
# Album Name: Selling England by the Pound
# Artist: Genesis
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
I was looking forward to this when it popped up. I dont mind a bit of phil. But this is not how i know genesis.
HUGE disappointment for me. Thats an understatement. Its no opus dei, but damn, what is going on here.
# Top Tunes:
errrr
# Would I listen to it again?
I'll come back for a 2nd go but have little hope
The Shamen
2/5
# Album Name: En-tact
# Artist: The Shamen
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Move every mountain is a good song. The rest was more background music. Did not enjoy a full album of it. A song here and there is OK.
Not a patch on ebeneezer good though!
# Top Tunes:
Move every mountain
# Would I listen to it again?
Nah. Just the odd song.
U2
2/5
# Album Name: Achtung Baby
# Artist: U2
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Generally a poor album. Lots of mediocre vocal and guitar on this thing. Not sure what they were thinking.
"One" was the odd one out. Genuinely a great song. The rest of the album was below par.
Im still not convinced on U2's legendary status.
# Top Tunes:
One
# Would I listen to it again?
Dont think so.
The Pogues
4/5
# Album Name: Rum Sodomy and The last
# Artist: Pogues
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Good album. Love the irish folk feel on it.
Biggest downside is the number of tracks and length of the album. Could easily be 15 mins or so shorter.
# Top Tunes:
Brown eyes / Sall maclennane / dirty old town / navigator
# Would I listen to it again?
Most of it
The Mars Volta
3/5
Album Name: Deloused in the Comatorium
# Artist: The Mars Volta
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Wow i remember when Inertiatic came out. Very good song. Theres a few good tracks on here.
Its a very hit and miss album for me though.
Not a bad effort.
# Top Tunes:
Inertiatic / roulette dares / lanterns / televators
# Would I listen to it again?
Only the singles
Pixies
4/5
# Album Name: Doolittle
# Artist: Pixies
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Good album. First half is strong. Couple of hits but surrounded by other good tunes.
Overall a good album. Ill come back t othis one. It was a much better experience than when i seen this band live i tell ya!
# Top Tunes:
MGH / debaser / here comes your man / hey
# Would I listen to it again?
yes
Living Colour
3/5
# Album Name: Living Colour
# Artist: Vivid
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Pretty Average. Good opening track and that was that.
# Top Tunes:
Cult of personality
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Eric Clapton
5/5
# Album Name: 461 Boulevard
# Artist: Clapton
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
An absolute peach of an album.
Filled with plenty of great tracks.
# Top Tunes:
motherless children / hand jive / get read / i shot the sheriff / cant hold out / let it grow / rollin man / mainline florida
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
2/5
# Album Name: Now I Got Worry
# Artist: The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
The first half is An absolutely terrible album. From the first 3 seconds i just knew it was dog shit. Enough said.
I read another comment saying it picks up half way through. So i gave it a chance.
It morphs into something a tad better from rocketship onwards. The first half absolutely kills this one though im afraid. Theres some listenable tracks on the 2nd half. But there is no way this should be on the fucking list.
My gawd.
# Top Tunes:
Rocketship / Dynamite lover / firefly child
# Would I listen to it again?
fuck no
The Temptations
4/5
# Album Name: The temptations
# Artist: Cloud Nine
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Great vocals and bass lines. Pretty good listen overall. First half of the album is quite strong. The 2nd half dragged. Probably dropped in quality a tad.
Id give this a low 4.
# Top Tunes:
Cloud 9 / runaway child
# Would I listen to it again?
Only parts
Barry Adamson
1/5
# Album Name: Oedipus Schmoedipus
# Artist: Barry Adamson
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
This album should have stayed an imagination in someones head. I have nfi what this is doing on the list.
Absolute joke.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The La's
5/5
# Album Name: The La's
# Artist: The La's
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Great album for me. Really enjoyable throughout. It has a very acoustic folksy sound for the majority of the album so i can see why some may not like it. It doesnt really move out of that gear apart from there she goes and looking glass.
Theres plenty of good songs on this album though. Son of a gun, timeless melody, feelin are all crackers.
The album finishes with the brilliant looking glass.
# Top Tunes:
Son of a gun, timeless melody, feelin, there she goes, looking glass
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Tracy Chapman
5/5
# Album Name: Tracy Chapman
# Artist: Tracy Chapman
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Great album. Thoroughly enjoyed TC's voice and acoustic driven soul. Theres several big songs on this as well. But importantly, the album is sprinkled with good content.
Low 5 for me.
# Top Tunes:
Revolution / fast car / across the lines / behind the wall / baby can i hold you / why
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Avalanches
2/5
# Album Name: Since I Left You
# Artist: The avalanches
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Since i left you and Frontier psychiatrist are great songs. Apart from that, the rest was a very underwhelming 50 minutes.
# Top Tunes:
Since i left you and Frontier psychiatrist
# Would I listen to it again?
No. Just the two songs.
The Vines
3/5
# Album Name: Highly Evolved
# Artist: The Vines
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Started off well with a few decent tracks. Get free obviously the highlight.
No idea where the nirvana comparison comes from if im honest.
Typical early 00's music though. These guys rode the wave.
# Top Tunes:
Highly evolved / outthaway / homesick / get free
# Would I listen to it again?
Parts
Jane Weaver
4/5
# Album Name: Modern Kosmology
# Artist: Jane Weaver
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Very enjoyable album. The vocals are pretty sweet. The use of the electronics and strings gives this album a very chilled vibe.
Good listen with several good tracks. This was a nice little surprise. Reminded me of artists like goldfrapp.
# Top Tunes:
HAK / butterflies / Modern Kos / Slow motion / valley / I wish
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Fats Domino
4/5
# Album Name: This is fats domino
# Artist: Fats Domino
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Great opener with blueberry hill. Outstanding track. Loved the vibe of this album. Fats is going for it.
I enjoyed the rest of the album. Good listen but not great.
# Top Tunes:
Blueberry hill
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Syd Barrett
2/5
# Album Name: The Madcap Laughs
# Artist: Syd Barrett
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Wow, that was a cluster fuck. Im a big PF fan. Admittedly, post barrett. However, i was looking forward to seeing what he had in his arsenal.
This is just a mess. There was flashes of good melodies and sounds but it just went into an incoherent blubber.
Im genuinely torn between a 1 or 2 rating.
What a disaster Syd. RIP old chum but Thanks for leaving PF and giving way to one of the best bands of a lifetime.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Joan Baez
3/5
# Album Name: Joan Baez
# Artist: Joan Baez
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
First thing that struck me - that beautiful voice. Wow, this girl has some great vocals on her.
The album itself isnt bad. Decent listen. Im not huge on folk but it kept me listening the whole way. There were a couple of stand out tracks but it was the vocals which again shone through. House of the rising sun was a great example of that.
But there was just something missing. Maybe its the folk style, maybe its just missing classics. Probably the latter.
Overall a decent listen. Ill definitely be checking out other albums for her vocals alone.
# Top Tunes:
HOTRS / John riley / Henry Martin
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
Crosby, Stills & Nash
3/5
# Album Name: Crosby, Stills & Nash
# Artist: Crosby, Stills & Nash
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad. Steady as she goes. Doesnt really move out of third gear if im honest. Couple of decent tracks.
The album didnt really stand out to me on a first listen though.
# Top Tunes:
Jude Blue eyes / Marrakesh / Helplessly hoping
# Would I listen to it again?
Not sure. Maybe.
Cream
5/5
# Album Name: Disreali Gears
# Artist: Cream
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Fucking banging album. Really enjoyed this. Its been a long time since ive heard it but its got a great psychedelic, bluesy rock feel to it. Theres some nice little licks in this album. The trio work really well together. Theres a good balance and mix in the band.
# Top Tunes:
Strange brew/ Sunshine / WoP / Ulysses / Outside woman blues
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Elvis Presley
3/5
# Album Name: Elvis is back
# Artist: Elvis Presley
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
There is no doubt the man has the voice and hips of a legend. But the albums ive heard so tend to drag. Elvis is definitely more of a singles guy to me. His greatest hits if you like.
I still do not put him in the same category as the beatles. Who are far superior imo. The fact he doesnt write any of his songs doesnt help the cause.
Couple of good tracks on the album though. The rest was largely forgettable.
Love his vocals though.
# Top Tunes:
Fever / Such a night
# Would I listen to it again?
Parts of it.
Dusty Springfield
4/5
# Album Name: Dusty in memphis
# Artist: Dusty Springfield
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
What a lovely voice. This album has a tremendous 60's feel. The vocals are brilliant, both dusty's and the backing vocals.
Son of a preacher man is an absolute classic. Great track.
Its quite a chilled vibe but i enjoyed it. I think this one will be a grower.
I'll be coming back to this album and dustys back catalogue.
# Top Tunes:
Little lovin / SOAPM / So much love
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Jane's Addiction
2/5
# Album Name: Ritual De Lo Habitual
# Artist: Janes Addiction
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
First Jane's album. I was expecting big big things based on their reputation.
Came away feeling very disappointed. I'll come back and give them another shot but for now it was very underwhelming. I just cant see the appeal.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
I'll give it another shot
Sonic Youth
3/5
# Album Name: Sister
# Artist: Sonic Youth
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Honestly, it started off well. The first four tracks are enjoyable.
Then it just went downhill from there. Pretty fast.
# Top Tunes:
Schizo / Catholic block / Stereo /
# Would I listen to it again?
Only parts
Thelonious Monk
2/5
# Album Name: Thelonious Monk
# Artist: Brilliant Corners
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
The only corner this reminds me of is one of those sharp edges you manage to catch your balls on when you walk on by.
I gave it a chance but i didnt enjoy this one.
# Top Tunes:
Not a single sausage
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Chemical Brothers
3/5
# Album Name: Dig your own hole
# Artist: The Chemical Brothers
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
I was looking forward to this. I made myself a nice green tea to sit down and take a listen. Over the years ive enjoyed the singles they have released.
Its turns out im definitely more of a fan of their greatest hits than their albums.
This was way too repetitive for me. Maybe listening to it at 8am with green tea isnt the best place.
Apart from BRB, im not sure how this made it to number 1. It may have been due to the amount of drug use in the UK at the time.
# Top Tunes:
Block rocking beats
# Would I listen to it again?
Not sure, doubtful at this stage. I might come back and give it another try.
Creedence Clearwater Revival
5/5
# Album Name: Bayou Country
# Artist: Creedence Clearwater Revival
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Wow, such a quality album. I loved it. Filled with banger after banger.
What a way to start the day.
# Top Tunes:
Every track is quality
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Parliament
3/5
# Album Name: Mothership Connection
# Artist: Parliament
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
WARNING, WARNING - Extreme funk alert. Too much tbh.
Was alright
# Top Tunes:
F knows
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Radiohead
4/5
# Album Name: Amnesiac
# Artist: Radiohead
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
This will be a love/hate album for many listeners. Personally, i always loved radioheads earlier stuff - Kid A and Amnesiac were the beginning of their transformation.
Regardless, this is still a good listen. Better than a lot of albums on this list.
# Top Tunes:
Sardines / Pyr song / you and whose army / i might be wrong / knives out / MB
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Gotan Project
2/5
# Album Name: La Revancha Del Tango
# Artist: Gotan Project
# Rating:
# Comments:
Honestly, not my thing for 60 mins. Way too long for this style of elevator music.
Theres a couple of decent tracks - epoca, Santa Maria.
I would have given this a 3 because its just OK. But due to the length its getting a 2. Just way too long man.
# Top Tunes:
Epoca
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Beau Brummels
2/5
# Album Name: Triangle
# Artist: The Beau Brummels
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Started off OK. Vocals reminded me of Bob Dylan.
The album goes bland and boring.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Cure
3/5
# Album Name: Pornography
# Artist: The Cure
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Wow, this was extremely dark, gothic, almost suicidal.
Im a big fan of the cure's greatest hits and singles. They have some great songs. This was actually the first time ive listened to their earlier work in full.
Theres some great drums and bass on this. No doubt. But the overall feeling to the album is very sombre. Theres some interesting sounds which have potential. But you really have to be in a certain mood for this one. This is not for the masses.
# Top Tunes:
100 years / Short term effect / siamese twins
# Would I listen to it again?
I'll come back to it. Cant see it being in regular rotation though. Too dark.
Supergrass
3/5
# Album Name: In it for the money
# Artist: Supergrass
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Was alright. Singles are good. The rest of the album is meh.
# Top Tunes:
Richard 3 / Late in the day / sun hits the sky / make you sad
# Would I listen to it again?
Singles above.
Sonic Youth
1/5
# Album Name: EVOL
# Artist: SOnic Youth
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Wow, this is really dog shit. First couple of songs werent bad. But they it dropped off a cliff..
Absolute disaster.
# Top Tunes:
Sweet FA
# Would I listen to it again?
God no
Suicide
1/5
# Album Name: Suicide
# Artist: Suicide
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Im sorry but this album is just rubbish. The 70's were a great decade for music.
This album was not part of that movement.
It should not be on the list. Awful.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No way
Muddy Waters
4/5
# Album Name: Live at Newport 1960
# Artist: Muddy Waters
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Really enjoyable listen! I love the sound of this album. It really hit me for a first time listen.
# Top Tunes:
HC man / Tiger in your tank / Got my mojo working
# Would I listen to it again?
Oh yeah baby
The Rolling Stones
5/5
# Album Name: let it bleed
# Artist: The Rolling Stones
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Honestly, what a fucking album this is. Unreal the quality of the tunes and the band.
Mick jagger, take a bow son.
Banger after banger after banger. The stones smash this one out of the park.
Simply one of THE best albums of all time for me.
Plenty of good songs on this album to keep any listener entertained.
This is the stones at their peak imo from an album perspective. It’s one of their complete albums.
# Top Tunes:
All of em
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Deep Purple
4/5
# Album Name: Machine Head
# Artist: Deep Purple
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Good Album. Dad rock at its best. Plenty of good tunes, riffs and music going on here.
# Top Tunes:
Highway star / Im a leo / never before / smoke on the water
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Killing Joke
4/5
# Album Name: Killing Joke
# Artist: Killing Joke
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Pretty good debut. Not for everyone though.
The album lacks lyrically but musically is good. Few good tracks with requim, wardrance, bloodsport, wait and change
I'll be coming back to this one.
An acquired taste for sure
# Top Tunes:
equim, wardrance, bloodsport, wait and change
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Sugar
3/5
# Album Name: Copper Blue
# Artist: Sugar
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
A very average american alt rock album. Sounds like a million other average bands from that era. Could belong on any show from the OC to dawsons creek i reckon. Throw in some teenage angst and you are golden.
This should not be on the list.
# Top Tunes:
Nothing stood out
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Band
3/5
# Album Name: Music from the big pink
# Artist: The band
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad. Pretty average for most of the album with three good songs.
It just lacked something.
# Top Tunes:
The Weight / Chest fever / I shall be released
# Would I listen to it again?
Hmmmmm
The Beach Boys
4/5
# Album Name: The Beach Boys Today!
# Artist: The Beach Boys
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Has the iconic BB sounds but there’s something missing to take it to the highest levels.
Few cracking tracks.
# Top Tunes:
When i grow up / Do you wanna dance / Help me rhonda
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
Cyndi Lauper
4/5
# Album Name: She's So Unusual
# Artist: Cyndi Lauper
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Great album. A high 4/5 for me. It could go further the more i listen to it. Time will tell.
I just love the feel. The 80's are oozing out of my headphones on this one. The synth, the sounds, awesome.
Strong first half to the album. Quality drops after she bops.
# Top Tunes:
Girls just wanna have fun / time after time / money changes everything / kiss you / she bop / money changes everything
# Would I listen to it again?
Definitely
Gillian Welch
2/5
# Album Name: Time (The Revelator)
# Artist: Gillian Welch
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Alright for 1-2 songs. But it gets boring quite quickly imo. Definitely couldnt sit through it for nearly an hour.
Theres some good guitar picking and vocals on the album though.
# Top Tunes:
Everything is free / revelator
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Allman Brothers Band
3/5
# Album Name: At Filmore East
# Artist: The Allman Brothers Band
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Theres some great music on this album - the quality of the band is there for sure. Some of the songs dont stand out for the song they stand out due to the quality of the band.
The album is more of a quality band that are jammin. Would be great to have a few whiskeys in a dark bar watching these guys.
Biggest downside is the length of it. Its way too long. I give rap albums bad "wrap" (get it) for being so damn long. This is in the same boat.
Its a bit of a hard one to rate.
If this was a shorter album id say a 4. but the length is a killer.
# Top Tunes:
Stateboro blues / you dont love me
# Would I listen to it again?
Unsure. Id probably go into their back catalogue instead.
OutKast
2/5
# Album Name: Stankonia
# Artist: Outkast
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
3-4 good tunes surrounded by too much crap. Too many interludes. Too many songs.
The good songs are very good too. Its a shame.
# Top Tunes:
Gas dreams / so fresh and so clean / Ms jackson / BOB
# Would I listen to it again?
No - just the singles.
The Incredible String Band
1/5
# Album Name: The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter
# Artist: The Incredible String Band
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Woah, you gotta be trippin dude. not for me this one.
# Top Tunes:
none
# Would I listen to it again?
no
Stevie Wonder
4/5
# Album Name: Innervisions
# Artist: Stevie Wonder
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Honestly, 80% of this album is midrange. Just OK. The three top tier tunes nudge it to a 4 because they are crackers. Without these, the album would be bang average.
# Top Tunes:
Dont you worry about a thing / h8gher ground / living for the city
# Would I listen to it again?
Only the three songs
Serge Gainsbourg
2/5
# Album Name: Histoire De Melody Nelson
# Artist: Serge Gainsbourg
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
The opening track is interesting. Musically this album is very good. Lots of different uses and styles.
Sadly, the attempted sexy french accent and lyrics bring this right down.
I wonder if you can get an instrumental only version of the album. That would be much better.
The undertone of the album regarding the 15 year old is quite frankly disgusting.
# Top Tunes:
Melody / Ah melody / Cargo
# Would I listen to it again?
No - due to the undertone.
Dinosaur Jr.
2/5
# Album Name: DInosaur Jr
# Artist: Bug
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Didnt enjoy this one. One good song and thats it. The rest was trash
# Top Tunes:
Freak scene
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Shack
2/5
# Album Name: HMS Fable
# Artist: Shack
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Wow, This is extremely average brit pop. Has a very generic feel to it.
I can imagine id be walking down the aisles at asda, picking out my german beers for the weekend, whilst this plays.
No way this should be on the list.
Everyone blasts Oasis but they are head and shoulder over anything like this by a million miles.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Rolling Stones
3/5
# Album Name: Rolling STones
# Artist: Rolling Stones
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Couple of good tracks to open the album. Plenty of good songs on here but sadly all covers. It doesn’t do the stones justice and obviously we see that as their career goes on.
As much as I love the stones this one should not be on the list. They have much much better albums which are on the list.
# Top Tunes:
fade away / route 66 / carol / witness /
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
The Cure
3/5
# Album Name: Seventeen Seconds
# Artist: The Cure
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Wow, when this popped up i was pumped. I enjoy the cure singles so was looking forward to another album.
Honestly, i found this completely underwhelming. Very average at best.
Maybe its a grower. I dont know. But on a first listen it did not hit at all.
# Top Tunes:
A forest.
# Would I listen to it again?
Hmmmmmm. Maybe another try. But i wont be rushing back.
Digital Underground
1/5
# Album Name: Sex Packets
# Artist: Digital underground
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
No, just no. Terribly dated and horrible 90s rap.
It would have been a 2/5 but the length pushed it down to a 1.
# Top Tunes:
Wut
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Morrissey
4/5
# Album Name: Viva Hate
# Artist: Morrissey
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Typical Morrissey. You either love it or hate it.
This one is a grower for me. First listen never does anything with morrissey.
Two stand out tracks - Every day like sunday and Suedehead.
Couple of other good tracks like Alsatian Cousin, little man, Angel down. Other half of teh album isnt as good.
Id give it a low 4.
# Top Tunes:
Every day like sunday / Suedehead / Alsatian Cousin, little man, Angel down
# Would I listen to it again?
Most of it
David Bowie
3/5
# Album Name: Aladdin Sane
# Artist: David Bowie
# Rating: 3/5
A few good tunes on this album. Lacks the biggest bowie hits - minus Jean genie of course.
Not a bad album but didnt hit me as well as some of his others.
# Comments:
# Top Tunes:
Drive in sat / Panic in Detroit / Jean Genie
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
Nirvana
5/5
# Album Name: Nevermind
# Artist: Nirvana
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Simply one of THE best albums of all time.
This album holds a special place in my heart. As a teenager, it got me back into my music and kickstarted everything.
Banger after banger. Its impact is real.
# Top Tunes:
Every single track on this album is great.
# Would I listen to it again?
Hell yeah.
Carole King
5/5
# Album Name: Tapestry
# Artist: Carol King
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
What a banger! absolutely loved this album. Tune after tune after tune.
Great voice as well. I listened to it multiple times.
WHY have i never listened to this before?!
# Top Tunes:
All of em
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Sufjan Stevens
2/5
# Album Name: Illinois
# Artist: Sufjan Stevens
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
A one hit wonder. Album is way too long.
# Top Tunes:
Chicago
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Blood, Sweat & Tears
3/5
# Album Name: blood, sweat & tears
# Artist: blood, sweat & tears
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Very weird. Lots of different styles with a sprinkle of a few good songs.
# Top Tunes:
Spinning wheel / So very happy / when i die / Variations
# Would I listen to it again?
Only the songs listed
Penguin Cafe Orchestra
2/5
# Album Name: Music from the penguin cafe
# Artist: Penguin Cafe Orchestra
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Opens with the iconic penguin cafe single. Its a brilliant song.
The rest of the album is pretty meh. Its quite out there and im not sure it exactly works if im honest.
Mixed feelings on this one. Initially i am torn on this one.
# Top Tunes:
penguin cafe
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes, ill give it a second shot.
My Bloody Valentine
1/5
# Album Name: MBV
# Artist: My Bloody Valentine
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Well for some reason I thought MBV was my chemical romance. So it was a bit of a surprise when it turned out that was not the case.
I have to say this album was absolute fucking junk. It felt completely out of tune.
Maybe that was the intention.
Not sure what the fuss is about.
# Top Tunes:
Not a single track
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Stereo MC's
3/5
# Album Name: COnnected
# Artist: Stereo MC
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Open with a bang! Step it up is also a good one. Other than that, the rest was bang average,
# Top Tunes:
Step it up / Connected
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Tom Tom Club
2/5
# Album Name: Tom Tom Club
# Artist: Tom Tom Club
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Two decent songs, the rest are clangers
# Top Tunes:
wordy / Genius of love
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Orange Juice
2/5
# Album Name: Rip It Up
# Artist: OJ
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Has two decent songs on it. The rest is absolutely woeful. Not the worst thing ive heard but definitely should not be on the list.
# Top Tunes:
Hepl myself / rip it up
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Suede
3/5
# Album Name: Suede
# Artist: Suede
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad. This album has two stand out songs with Animal nitrate and drowners. The rest sound like generic birtpop. Not offensive but not particularly standout to me. Even though i do like the genre. It was just a bit standard.
# Top Tunes:
Animal nitrate / Drowners
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
5/5
# Album Name: Blues Breakers
# Artist: John Mayall and the bluesbreakers
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
This is a great album. A real music focussed album. The quality of the band is 2nd to none.
# Top Tunes:
The album
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Keith Jarrett
4/5
# Album Name: The Koln Concert
# Artist: Keith Jarrett
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
A very peaceful and enjoyable album. Interesting back story too.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Cheap Trick
3/5
# Album Name: At Budokan
# Artist: Cheap Trick
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad. Two good tunes on the album. Not sure whats so special about this live performance though.
# Top Tunes:
Surrender / I want you to want me
# Would I listen to it again?
Not bad. Maybe.
Faith No More
2/5
# Album Name: The real thing
# Artist: Faith no more
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Wow, this was a snore fest. One hit wonder with epic and thats it.
# Top Tunes:
Epic
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Curtis Mayfield
5/5
# Album Name: There's No Place Like America Today
# Artist: Curtis Mayfield
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Wow, this album oozes sex appeal. I love the feel of the album, the soulful undertones. Its such a grower. Great music and a wonderful album all round.
# Top Tunes:
I enjoyed all of it
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Simon & Garfunkel
4/5
# Album Name: Bridge over troubled water
# Artist: Simon & Garfunkel
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Amazing opening track. Iconic. This was a very enjoyable album. I think it will grow even further on me over time.
# Top Tunes:
BOTW / The boxer / Cecilia
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Temptations
3/5
# Album Name: All Directions
# Artist: The Temptations
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Papa was a rolling stone is an absolute beast. Amazing tune. The wah, the vocals, the brass used. Its just top notch. 12 minutes of bliss.
There a couple of other decent songs on here. The rest of the album is pretty mid.
# Top Tunes:
Run Charlie Run / Papa Was a rolling stone / first time i saw your face
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
The Jesus And Mary Chain
3/5
# Album Name: Darklands
# Artist: The Jesus And Mary Chain
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Honestly, this album just passed me by. Very average. Very forgettable.
Thankfully, it didnt pierce my eardrums.
# Top Tunes:
No idea
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Black Sabbath
5/5
# Album Name: Paranoid
# Artist: Black Sabbath
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Im not just saying it because ozzy carked it today, but this is a fantastic album.
Black sabbath have been such an over whelming discovery for me as part of this journey.
Banger after banger. I love sabbath now. Absolutely great band. Every album so far has been great.
The guitars, the lead, the drums. All immense. This band is tight AF.
RIP Ozzy
# Top Tunes:
Every track is quality.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Super Furry Animals
3/5
# Album Name: Fuzzy Logic
# Artist: Super Furry Animals
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Pretty average album for me. The author of the Q magazine must have been off his tits to approve the article about this being the best british album ever.
# Top Tunes:
show me magic / something for the weekend
# Would I listen to it again?
Nah
Fever Ray
3/5
# Album Name: Fever Ray
# Artist: Fever Ray
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Interesting album. A bit drab overall for a first listen but theres some decent sounds here.
I'll need to come back to this one. It could be a grower. Theres a few strand out tracks like if i had a heart, streets empty and when i grow up.
This will either be a hit or miss for me. For now its going in the "alright" bucket.
# Top Tunes:
If i had a heart / Keep the streets empty / when i grow up
# Would I listen to it again?
I'll come back for a listen.
Jeff Buckley
5/5
# Album Name: Grace
# Artist: Jeff Buckley
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Great album. JB's vocals are immense. Theres such a diverse range of music on the album but its all TOP quality.
The Album is a tad too long for me. Could have been shortened. Still a great listen.
# Top Tunes:
Mojo Pin / Grace / L goodbye / Lilac wine / So Real / Hallelejuah / Eternal life
# Would I listen to it again?
Oh yeah
The Darkness
4/5
# Album Name: Permission to land
# Artist: The Darkness
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
You have to take the darkness for what they are. If you didnt know who they were, what they were and the era they came out, then you would think they were a decent entry. Theres a lot worse bands than these guys from the OG era.
The band is actually very tight. Theres som great guitar work on the record too. Admittedly, there a lot of glam tongue in cheek on it.
I remember when this came out, it was big.
First half of the album is very good. Quality drops on the 2nd half.
# Top Tunes:
Black shuck / hand off my woman / growing on me / thing called love / love is only a feeling / friday night / holding my own
# Would I listen to it again?
yes
Radiohead
4/5
# Album Name: In Rainbows
# Artist: Radiohead
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Im surprised. I really enjoyed this album. For some reason i always thought i never liked it.
I'll be damned.
# Top Tunes:
bodysnatcher / nude / weird fishes / all i need / reckoner jigswa
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Grant Lee Buffalo
2/5
# Album Name: Fuzzy
# Artist: Grant Lee Buffalo
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Below average americana. Poor album imo. Most of it went by in a whimper.
# Top Tunes:
Dixie drug store
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Beyoncé
1/5
# Album Name: beyonce
# Artist: beyonce
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Honestly, this is an absolutely awful album. Beyonce has an amazing voice and is no doubt a talented artist. but this album is clearly influenced by others around her.
The songs are awful. Jay Z has clearly had a big influence on this record.
Others have mentioned the number of songwriters. I had a look and its quite shocking. But what is worse is how is it possible for so many people to make such a bad record.
# Top Tunes:
drunk in love
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
3/5
# Album Name: Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere
# Artist: Neil Young
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Down by the river is a top top tune - 5/5. The rest just passed me by.
Ive not been able to hit it off with Neil Young. This album did not change my mind.
DBTR saved this from being a 2 if im honest.
# Top Tunes:
Down by the river
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Joan Armatrading
4/5
# Album Name: Joan Armatrading
# Artist: Joan Armatrading
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Lovely voice, lovely vibe.
Some good tunes on the album.
That piano solo in Join the boys is great.
Overall an enjoyable listen. Ill come back to this one.
# Top Tunes:
Down to zero / help yourself / love and affection / Join the boys
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
2/5
# Album Name: Chocolate Starfish & the hotdog flavoured water
# Artist: Limp Bizkit
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Wow, did this age badly. Jesus christ. Fred durst is an abomination. The lyrics and talk tracks are terrible.
HOWEVER, i do remember when this came out. it absolutely EXPLODED. it was everywhere.
Tbf to the band, theres 4 pretty good singles on here surrounded by absolute shite. And thats how they did it. A few solid singles and that was it. They sold a shit tonne.
It blows my mind looking back.
and WTF is that outro. I wish the americans would stop doing this on their albums. It ruins it.
The album is way too bloated and long.
# Top Tunes:
My generation / My Way / Rollin / take a look around
# Would I listen to it again?
Singles only.
Incubus
3/5
# Album Name: Make yourself
# Artist: Incubus
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Very average album. Three decent singles and thats it.
Still, was better than the limp bizkit album.
# Top Tunes:
Stellar / Drive / Pardon Me
# Would I listen to it again?
Just the singles.
Genesis
1/5
# Album Name: The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway
# Artist: Genesis
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Wheres the good genesis at?!
Hell no. Who commissioned an album like this?! This is my 2nd genesis album, and i have to say, the PG line up is just not my thing.
The album is just way too long.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Megadeth
3/5
# Album Name: Rust in Peace
# Artist: Megadeath
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad. Nothing clicked for me though. I might come back to this for another try.
# Top Tunes:
Not sure
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
The Good, The Bad & The Queen
2/5
# Album Name: The Good, The Bad & The Queen
# Artist: The Good, The Bad & The Queen
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Pretty boring tbh. It may be a "super group" but its boring AF.
# Top Tunes:
nah
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The xx
4/5
# Album Name: XX
# Artist: The XX
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Great start to the album. Three heavy hitters which were released as singles from memory.
Its quite a basic album - sombre, slow, minimalistic. But its a nice change of style and pace for me. It definitely has a place in my listening rotations.
Strong start but it does start to tail off at the end.
# Top Tunes:
VCR / Crystalised / Islands / Shelter
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Foo Fighters
3/5
# Album Name: The foo fighters
# Artist: The foo fighters
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
I can see why Cobain didnt think Grohls music was fit enough for Nirvana.
The album starts with a very solid three song intro. This is a call, ill stick around and big me are good tracks.
it drops off after that.
obviously the foo's turn into a good band as they go on. sadly this album is just ok.
# Top Tunes:
This is a call / ill stick around / big me
# Would I listen to it again?
singles only
Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
3/5
# Album Name: Rattlesnakes
# Artist: Lloyd Cole and the Commotions
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
honestly, just ok. nothing stood out to me. wasnt offensive either.
shouldnt be on the list
# Top Tunes:
?
# Would I listen to it again?
no
Coldplay
5/5
# Album Name: Parachutes
# Artist: Coldplay
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Absolute banger of an album. THE best coldplay album imo. Closely followed by their follow up.
It went to shit after their 2nd album.
# Top Tunes:
All of it
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Quicksilver Messenger Service
2/5
# Album Name: Happy Trails
# Artist: Quicksilver Messenger Service
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Hell no brother. I like a good solo as much as the next man but a fucking hour.
These guys aint santana ffs.
Way too long, boring. Very uninspiring. Not the worst ive heard on the list. But i certainly dont get why they are on the list!
# Top Tunes:
Fuck knows. The one with the solo?
# Would I listen to it again?
Nar
Adele
5/5
# Album Name: 21
# Artist: Adele
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
A very talented artist. No doubt. Amazing voice.
This is a good album. I just felt the tone of the album was a bit much over the course of the entire thing.
Id give this a low 5. Looking back half of the albums are top top tunes.
# Top Tunes:
rolling in the deep / rumour has it / turning tables / set fire to the rain
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The B-52's
4/5
# Album Name: B-52s
# Artist: B-52s
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Solid opening to the album. First four songs were pretty good. Rock lobster being the absolute standout. Great song.
Its a fun album. Ill come back to it
# Top Tunes:
planet claire / 52 girls / mess around / rock lobster
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Pentangle
3/5
# Album Name: Basket of light
# Artist: Pentangle
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad. Quite mellow. Some good finger plucking. Very folksy
# Top Tunes:
Once I had a sweetheart / train song / sally
# Would I listen to it again?
probably
The Smiths
3/5
# Album Name: Strangeways, here we come
# Artist: Smiths
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Damn, this was very mid. I was looking forward to it but it didn’t strike a chord. One good song amongst an album of very average stuff.
# Top Tunes:
GF in a coma
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe once. but if its the same vibe then nah
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
4/5
# Album Name: This years model
# Artist: Elvis Costello
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
I waas surprised with this. i wasnt sure what i was expecting. Good listen. Quite pop rocky.
I liked it.
# Top Tunes:
Pump it up / chelsea / big tears / radio radio
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
3/5
# Album Name: The world is a ghetto
# Artist: War
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
This missed the mark for me. It wasnt bad but wasnt good either.
# Top Tunes:
Cisco kid
# Would I listen to it again?
Dont think so
Primal Scream
4/5
# Album Name: Screamadelica
# Artist: Primal Scream
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
This album has some strong singles. Absolute bangers.
Sadly the rest of the album is a trippy psychedelic trip which detracts from it massivelly.
Low 4.
# Top Tunes:
Movin on up / HTLS / Come together / Loaded
# Would I listen to it again?
Singles only.
Beatles
5/5
# Album Name: White Album
# Artist: Beatles
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Fantastic album. The range of styles is amazing. The track list, albeit never ending, is actually very strong. It does taper off on the 2nd disc but still its great.
Biggest detractor for me is the length.
# Top Tunes:
Plenty of bangers
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Tom Waits
1/5
# Album Name: Rain Dogs
# Artist: Tom Waits
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Honestly, this was a fucking awful album. How this guy has so many albums on this list blows my mind.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Machito
3/5
# Album Name: Kenya
# Artist: Machito
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
A very mid album. Not bad. Great for elevator music.
# Top Tunes:
Not sure, blends into one.
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably not
Arcade Fire
5/5
# Album Name: Funeral
# Artist: Arcade fire
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Some of the vocals remind me of David byrne from talking heads.
Overall, it was a good enjoyable album for me. Plenty of good songs.. The album really grew on me.
At first it was a 4, maybe a 5. Came back to this one multiple times in the end.
Ive developed an appreciation of this band. A great debut album.
# Top Tunes:
Neighbourhood 1-3 / wake up / Rebellion / sans lumiere / backseat
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Bobby Womack
2/5
# Album Name: The Poet
# Artist: Bobby Womack
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
wow, this aged badly. so cheesy. musically, theres some talent. but it just aint my kinda sound
# Top Tunes:
not sure
# Would I listen to it again?
no
Pere Ubu
1/5
# Album Name: The modern dance
# Artist: Pere Ubu
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Honestly, this was an absolute shocker.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
No
John Lennon
5/5
# Album Name: Imagine
# Artist: John Lennon
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
It didnt hit me in the face like i thought it would. Its a grower.
However, It makes me realise that lennon was at his best in the beatles, mccartney was the best solo artist and harrison actually had the best solo album.
Theres some 5/5 songs on here like imagine and jealous guy.
Theres some good songs on here like its so hard and how do you sleep. These took a bit more time to grow on me.
Either way a very good album. Especially when i compare it to some of the dross ive had on this list recently
# Top Tunes:
imagine / JG / its so hard / how do you sleep
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Beck
3/5
# Album Name: Sea Change
# Artist: Beck
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Beck is obviously going through a very emotional time on this album.
Musically its very good. The production, as expected from godrich, is good.
The music isnt bad. Its just quite a sombre album.
12 songs about a break up is a bit too much man. i dont care how much you loved her. You are BECK, you will bang plenty of other people bro.
Theres some good tracks on here, just the tone really brings it down. You just need to be in one of those break up moods i guess.
# Top Tunes:
Paper tiger / end of the day / sunday sun / its all in your mind
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
Pink Floyd
2/5
# Album Name: The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn
# Artist: Pink floyd
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Big fan of pink floyd......post Syd era.
I've listened to this briefly before. it wasnt the pink floyd i knew and loved but i gave it a chance again with this listen.
Honestly, its psychedelic nonsense. You need to be on drugs to connect with it. Maybe it would be great. But as someone sitting here with a cup of tea at 6.38am in the morning, it doesnt really appeal to me.
Theres a couple of decent tracks - Astronomy Domine & bike.
The breadown of sid becomes apparent as the album goes on. It sounds desperate.
The only thing i can say is thank you to sid for what became one of the best bands of all time....without him.
I'd be gutted knowing that as sid, but it is what it is.
# Top Tunes:
Astronomy Domine / Bike
# Would I listen to it again?
Dont think so
Taylor Swift
4/5
# Album Name: 1989
# Artist: Tay Tay
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
A very over produced pop album. Parts sound extremely generic. But theres no doubt theres several strong singles.
# Top Tunes:
WTNY / Blank space / Style / Shake it off / Bad blood
# Would I listen to it again?
Just the five tracks
The Replacements
2/5
# Album Name: Let it be
# Artist: The Replacement
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Not for me. Underwhelming. Pretty forgettable and boring.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The White Stripes
3/5
# Album Name: Get behind me Satan
# Artist: White Stripes
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
I like the WS. Megs drumming on this album takes a very central focus point. Shes a good drummer.
The album is very hit or miss for me. Has several good tracks but also goes off into weird directions.
When this album hits, it hits well, but when it doesnt, its a bit of a random shit storm
# Top Tunes:
Blue Orchid / Doorbell / Forever for her / Denial Twist
# Would I listen to it again?
Only a few tracks
De La Soul
2/5
# Album Name: 3 feet high and rising
# Artist: De La Soul
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Honestly, i was expecting big big things after reading the reviews.
Firstly, the positives - the hits are fantastic. I love em. I can only imagine what it was like when they first hit.
But sadly, this album suffers like a lot of american rap/hip hop with its stupid skits and ridiculously long track list.
I mean 3 amazing songs out of 23 tracks?! This should have been cut down massively. I think it would have been much better.
# Top Tunes:
Me myself and I / Eye know / 3 is the magic number
# Would I listen to it again?
No. Just hits.
The Divine Comedy
2/5
# Album Name: A short album about love
# Artist: The divine comedy
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
God damn. This felt like forever considering it is actually a short album.
I cant believe shit like this makes it to the list.
Im on a bad run.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Kate Bush
3/5
# Album Name: the dreaming
# Artist: kate bush
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
a very out there experimental. especially compared with hounds of love - which i thought was amazing.
A few good songs. Very experimental compared to what i was expecting.
This could be a grower. But for now its a 3.
# Top Tunes:
Sat in your lap / Tenner / Gaffa / The dreaming
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably.
Q-Tip
4/5
# Album Name: The Renaissance
# Artist: Q-Tip
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
At first i thought, fuck me, not another rap album. But i was very surprised with this. I enjoyed it quite a bit. It was enjoyable for the most part and definitely one of the better albums in the genre ive had so far.
Admittedly i was torn between a 3 and a 4. The album kinda blended into one, in a good way, but no track stuck out to me as a banger. Maybe in time.
Ill give this a low 4.
# Top Tunes:
life is better / move / We love
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Aerosmith
3/5
# Album Name: Pump
# Artist: Aerosmith
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not a bad listen. Generic american rock with a couple of good tracks.
# Top Tunes:
Janies got a gun / love in an elevator
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
The Stone Roses
5/5
# Album Name: Stone Roses
# Artist: Stone Roses
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
I WANNA BE A DOGGGGGGGGGGG
An absolute beast of a debut album. Up there with the best.
Era defining album filled with bangers.
# Top Tunes:
Wanna be a dored / Bangs the drums / Waterfall / BBBM / Lizzy my dea / SSS / MoS / Shoot / This is the one / IATR / Fools gold
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Mothers Of Invention
1/5
# Album Name: We're Only In It For The Money
# Artist: The mothers of invention
# Rating:1/5
# Comments:
Absolute dog shit. Turns out you dont need talent to be an "artist"
Wow.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Public Image Ltd.
2/5
# Album Name: Public Image First Issue
# Artist: Public Image
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Wow, this was a shocker. Most of it was rather unlistenable.
Annalisa was the first "song" on the album. If the album has more of this and public image then it would have been much better imo.
Theres a couple of tidbits of sounds which are interesting, like on Fodderstompf, but over this wasnt my thing.
The two stand out songs save this dross from a 1.
# Top Tunes:
Public Image / Annalisa
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Neu!
3/5
# Album Name: Neu!75
# Artist: Neu
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Alright. Its not too bad. Nothing stood out though.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
Spiritualized
1/5
# Album Name: Lazer guided melodies
# Artist: Spiritualized
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Absolutely terrible. jesus, what did i just listen to.
Definitely need to be high AF for this. I was not.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Girls Against Boys
2/5
# Album Name: Venus Luxure No. 1 Baby
# Artist: Girls against boys
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
honestly, why is this on here. A very generic underwhelming american indie album.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
XTC
3/5
# Album Name: Skylarking
# Artist: XTC
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
This is what i would call a very safe, mid album. Doesnt really take the safety belt off.
Its not bad. Couple of decent tracks ive added into my playlist.
Nothing on nigel though.
# Top Tunes:
Grass / Meeting place / supergirl / earn enough
# Would I listen to it again?
Just the singles
Youssou N'Dour
2/5
# Album Name: Immigres
# Artist: Youssou N'Dour
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Not for me. Im not gona lie. A lot of world music doesnt hit the spot for me. This goes in that bucket.
Wasnt offensive. Just OK for background and thats it.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Fall
2/5
# Album Name: The Infotainment Scan
# Artist: The fall
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Its a fucking hell no from me.
Some OK sounds but the lyrics are woeful. Barely listenable.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Germs
2/5
# Album Name: GI
# Artist: Germs
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Nahhhhhhhhhh mate. Not for me.
Wasnt the worst thing ive heard on here. but still.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Frank Zappa
2/5
# Album Name: Hot Rats
# Artist: Frank Zappa
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Honestly, not for me. Guitar work is good. The rest is boring.
# Top Tunes:
No idea
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Miles Davis
4/5
# Album Name: Kind of Blue
# Artist: Miles Davis
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Nice album. Good to listen to as a whole.
Would be great with a cigar and some whiskey or rum.
# Top Tunes:
None that stuck out but as an album it worked.
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
My Bloody Valentine
2/5
# Album Name: Loveless
# Artist: MBV
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Honestly, MBV can fuck right off back to the hole they came from.
WTF is this genre. Absolutely junk im telling you. Most of it in barely audible (i know i know its etheral or whatever).
I always thought highly of alan mcgee, not so sure now haha.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Throbbing Gristle
1/5
# Album Name: D.O.A. the Third and Final Report of Throbbing Gristle
# Artist: Throbbing Gristle
# Rating: 0/5
# Comments:
Absolutely fucking awful.
How did this piece of shit get an album deal and i could not.
For the love of god. One of the WORST albums ever.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
Hell naw
Deee-Lite
3/5
# Album Name: World Clique
# Artist: Deee-Lite
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
A very dated album. Takes you right back to the time period though i guess.
Grove is in the heart saves this stinker from a 2.
Id give this a very low three
# Top Tunes:
Groove is in the heart / Good beat / power of love
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Astor Piazzolla
2/5
# Album Name: The new tango
# Artist: Astor Piazzolla
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Wow, this was so boring. I know you cant judge a book by its cover but when the album on this blokes official youtube channel only has 371 views then you know you are in trouble.
What a snoozefest.
# Top Tunes:
No idea
# Would I listen to it again?
Not unless i was in an elevator
Fugees
4/5
# Album Name: The score
# Artist: Fugees
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
A pretty fun and good listen. Its not normally my thang, but this was a good listen.
The top tracks speak for themselves - everyone knows them. You can enjoy them regardless if you like the genre or not. They are big big hits.
Theres a fair few fillers in here too. Most of them were mellow and enjoyable for the most part.
Biggest issue i have with the genre is the shitty skits.
Valiant effort covering no woman, no cry. Doesn't come close to the OG though. Im sorry.
Regardless, this was a solid listen. Ill come back to it.
# Top Tunes:
Ready or not / Fu-gee-la / killing me softly / score / mask
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Flamin' Groovies
4/5
# Album Name: Flamin' Groovies
# Artist: Talking Heads
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Turns out the first nine tracks are from the band. The rest are covers.
I have to be honest, this is a bloody good album. Plays like the early stones with a sprinkle of elvis.
A very enjoyable listen if you like that style of music.
I did flick through the covers but tbh, they are pretty average. I wouldnt have included them in the album.
# Top Tunes:
HFB / City light / Yesterdays numbers / Teenage Head / Ada / Whiskey woman
# Would I listen to it again?
First nine tracks.
Björk
2/5
# Album Name: Vulnicura
# Artist: Bjork
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Interesting pick for album number 500.
I loved Bjorks Debut so i was really intrigued by this selection.
Theres no doubting Bjork's talent and vocals.
However, this album just didnt do it for me on a first listen. Theres some great bits of music scattered here and there. But it just feels incoherent. A bit all over the place. A mess.
Nothing connected for me. Shame. I may give this another crack at a later stage.
Lets see.
# Top Tunes:
None.
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe.
James Brown
3/5
# Album Name: James Brown Live At The Apollo
# Artist: James Brown
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
A very mid album. Wasnt bad. But live albums dont really do it for me.
# Top Tunes:
Nothing that struck me
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Skunk Anansie
3/5
# Album Name: Post Orgasmic Chill
# Artist: Skunk Anansie
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
A very mid album. Average at best. Didnt hit any highs, didnt hit any lows.
A low 3.
# Top Tunes:
Charlie big potato / Secretely
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Ramblin' Jack Elliott
2/5
# Album Name: Jack Takes the Floor
# Artist: Ramblin Jack
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Pretty boring album. That southern drawl.
Yawn.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Beck
3/5
# Album Name: Odelay
# Artist: Beck
# Rating:
# Comments:
A welcome change after some of the trash ive had to put up with recently.
Sadly, it didnt hit the mark. A VERY hit or miss album for me. Some decent songs on here then some absolutely awful ones.
A wild range of different styles.
# Top Tunes:
Devils haircut / Novocaine / where its at
# Would I listen to it again?
Nah
Scissor Sisters
4/5
# Album Name: Scissor Sisters
# Artist: Scissor Sisters
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
This feels aged but did take me back to a certain time. Its has 3-4 strong singles.
Overall the album dragged a bit and had plenty of filler.
Pink floyd cover was a terrible idea.
Low 4. Just.
# Top Tunes:
Laura / Takr your mama / Mary / Filthy
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Eurythmics
4/5
# Album Name: Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
# Artist: Eurythmics
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
A very enjoyable album for those 80s synth pop fans.
Annie lennox has a cracking voice.
The keyboards are solid on this album.
Theres two standout songs for me - Sweet dreams and Love is a stranger. Both complete bangers.
The album is backed up by other mid/good tracks which take a bit more of a listen to enjoy.
Solid 4 imo. Doesnt reach the heights of a 5 though.
# Top Tunes:
Love is a stranger / Wrap it up / Walk / Sweet dreams / This is the house / somebody told me
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Boo Radleys
2/5
# Album Name: Giant Steps
# Artist: The boo Radleys
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
more like the poo radleys.
Such generic rock pop.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
Red Snapper
1/5
# Album Name: Our Aim Is To Satisfy
# Artist: Red Snapper
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Our Aim Is To Satisfy - well sorry mate, you are well off the mark.
Honestly, this could be the movie soundtrack to a generic 2000's movie.
WTF is this doing here. I mean, seriously, WHY.
CAN SOMEBODY TELL ME
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
Fuck no
Count Basie & His Orchestra
3/5
# Album Name: The Atomic Mr Basie
# Artist: Count Basie
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad for a jazz album. Gets a bit samey but overall quite up beat.
# Top Tunes:
Not sure, blends into one.
# Would I listen to it again?
Maybe
The Slits
1/5
# Album Name: Cut
# Artist: The Slits
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Wow, what a absolute cluster fuck disaster.
Not the worst record ive heard on here but its bottom of the barrel stuff.
Maybe the list should be the top 500 albums to listen to before you keel over?
# Top Tunes:
Zero
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Sinead O'Connor
3/5
# Album Name: I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got
# Artist: Sinead o'Connor
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Beautiful voice but i was unable to connect with the album.
Nothing compares 2 U is no doubt one of the best covers ever. Thats what saved this album from a 2.
# Top Tunes:
NC2U
# Would I listen to it again?
I might give it another chance.
Rufus Wainwright
2/5
# Album Name: Want One
# Artist: Rufus Wainright
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Its alriiiiigggghhhhttttt.
Too long though. Gets boring after a while. Hence the down mark from a 3 > 2.
# Top Tunes:
Who knows
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Kacey Musgraves
4/5
# Album Name: Golden hour
# Artist: Kacey Musgraves
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Quite surprised by this one. Good voice and some pretty good tunes.
First 4 songs a good and the last three. Lulls in the middle.
Low 4.
# Top Tunes:
First 4 songs a good and the last three
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
1/5
# Album Name: They Were Wrong, So We Drowned
# Artist: Liars
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Fuck me dead. Like really. This was absolutely dog shit.
I imagine they play this stuff at torture camps. Dreadful.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
Only if my mother in law was in the same room.
Eagles
5/5
# Album Name: Hotel California
# Artist: Eagles
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Some very good songs on this album - Hotel cali / new kid / fast lane / victim of love
The guitar work on some of these songs are fantastic. Yeah the songs are a bit cheesy etc at times but they are still very high grade. I've listened to some shite recently on this list and this album is way better in every way.
The first few songs on the album are bangers. That first half is strong. The album does take a turn in another direction. Definitely some smooth crooner and dad rock in there.
Great album though with one of the most iconic tunes of all time.
Low 5 for me
# Top Tunes:
Hotel cali / new kid / fast lane / victim of love / wasted time
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Bonnie Raitt
2/5
# Album Name: Nick Of Time
# Artist: Bonnie Raitt
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Wow, what an absolute snooze fest.
Boring AF.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The 13th Floor Elevators
3/5
# Album Name: The Psychedelic Sounds of the 13th Floor Elevators
# Artist: The 13th Floor Elevators
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Starts of decent. Gets a bit long in the tooth as a it goes.
I quite enjoy the funky psychedelic sounds but not a full album.
# Top Tunes:
Gonna miss me / Reverberation / Kingdom of Heaven
# Would I listen to it again?
Hmmmmmmmm
Big Black
1/5
# Album Name: Atomizer
# Artist: Big Black
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Im not going to lie, the first track had me thinking WTF is this shit.
And it remained that way.
Not for me this one
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
The Verve
3/5
# Album Name: A Northern Soul
# Artist: The Verve
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Theres a lot of noise in this album. Im not sure if it knows what it is.
Too many songs are in the 5-6 mins range unnecessarily. Some of its not bad, but it just feels long for the sake of being long. Wandering off aimlessly.
History is the stand out song on the album. This is a glimpse into where the verve are heading as a band. Banging tune. Some people may not like it but its the best of what the verve becomes as a band.
This didnt do it for me. Im surprised because i enjoy bands like this.
Maybe i need to give it another listen? but for now, im going with a 3.
# Top Tunes:
New decade / this is music / History
# Would I listen to it again?
50-50.
The Cars
5/5
# Album Name: The cars
# Artist: The cars
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
Starts out very strong with Good times, best friend and just what i needed. Three great songs.
The quality dips ever so slightly compared to these three but all the other tracks are very enjoyable.
This album has a great new wave / synth feel to it. Vocals remind me of devo a tad.
Great listen.
Not quite a top end 5/5. Id say its on the lower end of that 5 for sure. I'll come back to this one.
# Top Tunes:
Good times / Best friends girl / just what i needed
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Lorde
4/5
# Album Name: Melodrama
# Artist: Lourde
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Strong opening to the album. First three tracks are solid.
Gets a bit long in the tooth after that.
Lourde has a great voice and a distinct style.
This albums better than some of the stuff ive listened to recently.
# Top Tunes:
GL / Sober / Dynamite / writer in the dark / supercut
# Would I listen to it again?
Probably give it another listen
Dead Kennedys
4/5
# Album Name:
# Artist: Dead Kennedys
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
One of the best punk albums ive heard on here so far. Great debut album imo.
Ive heard of the kennedys but never got my arse in gear to listen to them.
Theres some cracking tunes on here - Uber alles is the one most will have heard before.
Some good energy and rhythm to the album. It definitely wont be for everyone thats for sure.
Worth a listen if you are into punk.
# Top Tunes:
Cali Uber Alles / Holiday in Cambodia / police truck / kill the poor
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Elbow
4/5
# Album Name: The seldom seen kid
# Artist: Elbow
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
This album has some big singles on it. Really good songs actually. It made a real splash when it was released.
The album itself is high quality. The singles carry it. The songs in between are decent but arent on the same level.
Great effort and a good album overall.
# Top Tunes:
Bones of you / Mirrorball / Grounds for Divorce / Tower crane driver / one day like this
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
4/5
# Album Name: Twelve Dreams Of Dr. Sardonicus
# Artist: Spirit
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Interesting album. A wide variance of musical influence and styles. Some songs are very enjoyable, like natures way, when i touch you, mr skin and street worm.
Sometimes it goes off on a tangent.
Good effort though i reckon. The production, vocal and music ability is solid.
I'll come back to this one and give it another listen.
# Top Tunes:
NW / Touch you / Mr Skin / Street worm / prelude / Animal zoo
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Kings of Leon
4/5
# Album Name: Aha Shake Heartbreak
# Artist: Kings of Leon
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Wait, this isnt the album with sex on fire?! Thats rather surprising. I assume its lingering on here somewhere if this thing is on.
Very good album from the kings of leon. Some solid singles too.
Doesnt quite hit a 5 for me.
# Top Tunes:
KotR / Taper jean girl / milk / bucket / 4 kicks
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Goldie
1/5
# Album Name: Timeless
# Artist: Goldie
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Timeless? more like endless!
This thing goes on and on and on and then on some more. WTF.
Nearly 2 hours of this shit is unbearable.
The songs are stupidly long for the sake of being long.
Theres definitely a time and a place for this. Im sure its in the basement of a london hangout somewhere off yer tits on mandy.
# Top Tunes:
State of mind
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Bad Company
4/5
# Album Name: Bad Company
# Artist: Bad Company
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Gotta love a bit of dad rock. Its turned up to 11 on this one.
Good album though.
# Top Tunes:
Cant get enough / rock steady / ready for love / dont let me down / seagull
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Prefab Sprout
3/5
# Album Name: Steve McQueen
# Artist: Prefab Sprout
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Honestly, a very bland pop album based on a first listen. No big hitters. Just a steady stream of those farts where you arent sure if its a real one, or if you are going to shit yourself.
A steady eddy low 3 for me. A didnt hate it, but definitely didnt stick to it
# Top Tunes:
No idea
# Would I listen to it again?
No
DJ Shadow
2/5
# Album Name: Endtroducing...
# Artist: DJ Shadow
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Real bang average album. Complete elevator / 90's sitcom background music.
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Nightmares On Wax
2/5
# Album Name: Smokers Delight
# Artist: Nightmares On Wax
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Honestly, its a bit like the EDM albums you find on here, im sure a lot of them are great but you really have to be high AF to enjoy this.
Its decent background music but clearly created to smoke weed with.
Look, thats fair enough. I get that. Theres plenty of music catered to drug use.
But sadly, this did not hit home, it was quite repetitive, im actually sober AF at 10am in the morning and its long as hell.
# Top Tunes:
Who knows man.
# Would I listen to it again?
Not unless i was having some good weed.
Antony and the Johnsons
3/5
# Album Name: I Am a Bird Now
# Artist: Anthony and the Johnsons
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Nice voice. Some OK sounding songs.
I think you have to be in the right mind and space for this one.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
hmmm
Beatles
4/5
# Album Name: with the beatles
# Artist: The Beatles
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
The significance is clear. This album is the beginning of the beatles own content.
The album is pretty mid though. Very generic 60's. However, it still has a small touch of class only the beatles can bring.
Overall a decent listen. Id give this a 3.5 if i could.
# Top Tunes:
it wont be long / All my loving / Mt postman / roll over beethoven / i wanna be your man
# Would I listen to it again?
yes
The Flaming Lips
2/5
# Album Name: The Soft Bulletin
# Artist: Flaming Lips
# Rating: 2/5
# Comments:
Man, this album was so boring.
I feel like i could take a singing class and be at the same level as the lead singer. He doesnt have the best voice.
Theres only one good song on the album.
# Top Tunes:
Race for the prize
# Would I listen to it again?
No
John Coltrane
3/5
# Album Name: A love supreme
# Artist: John Coltrane
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Pretty average. Jazz doesn’t connect with me.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
hmmmm not sure. Maybe
Justice
5/5
# Album Name: Cross
# Artist: Justice
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
This is going to be one of the best electronic albums you find on this list imo.
For the genre, its an absolute beast. Give it a chance. I'd recommend watching some of their live shows if you can.
First half is the strongest but i think the entire album is brilliant.
The film "tenebrae" originally but me on to this french duo. And what a delight its been.
# Top Tunes:
Loads of bangers
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Cocteau Twins
3/5
# Album Name: Heaven or Las Vegas
# Artist: Cocteau Twins
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
No bad. Just mid
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
meh
Eagles
4/5
# Album Name: Eagles
# Artist: Eagles
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Not a bad album. Few good tunes. Doesnt hit the highs.
Low 4
# Top Tunes:
Take it easy
# Would I listen to it again?
yea
B.B. King
5/5
# Album Name: Live at the regal
# Artist: BB king
# Rating: 5/5
# Comments:
fucking great blues album.
Transfers you to being in the bar and enjoying this shit live.
I felt like i was there.
The rum probably helped.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
yes
Run-D.M.C.
4/5
# Album Name: Raising Hell
# Artist: Run DMC
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Genuinely a pretty good album. Not usually my thing but very enjoyable.
# Top Tunes:
PP / Tricky / Walk this way / Adidas / Raising hell
# Would I listen to it again?
yes
Soul II Soul
1/5
# Album Name: Club Classics Vol. One
# Artist: Soul 2 Soul
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Not my bag. Soul rubbish
# Top Tunes:
None
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Curtis Mayfield
4/5
# Album Name: Superfly
# Artist: Curtis Mayfield
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Three opening bangers and ends on a banger.
Bit in between is decent.
# Top Tunes:
Little child running wild / pusherman / Freddies dead / superfly
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Paul McCartney
4/5
# Album Name: McCartney
# Artist: Paul McCartney
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Definitely not his best. Its an album of two sides. First half is a bit rough to be honest.
2nd half you begin to see glimpses of what is to come. Junk, oh you, Maybe im amazed. Some good stuff.
Id give it a low 4.
# Top Tunes:
Junk / Oo You / Momma miss america / Singalong Junk / Maybe im amazed
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
The Young Gods
1/5
# Album Name: L'Eau Rouge
# Artist: The Young Gods
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Honestly, this lot can suck a fat one.
Absolutely awful.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
no
Tortoise
1/5
# Album Name: Millions Now Living Will Never Die
# Artist: Tortoise
# Rating: 1/5
# Comments:
Wow, this is so amateur its unreal. What a joke.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
No
Television
4/5
# Album Name: Marquee Moon
# Artist: Television
# Rating: 4/5
# Comments:
Pretty good listen this one. Marquee moon is a classic banger.
# Top Tunes:
See no evil / Venus / Marquee Moon
# Would I listen to it again?
Yes
Frank Ocean
3/5
# Album Name: Channel Orange
# Artist: Frank Ocean
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Honestly, for some reason i thought this was frank zappa. By the end i wish it was.
Just an OK listen.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
Meh
Rush
3/5
# Album Name: 2112
# Artist: Rush
# Rating: 3/5
# Comments:
Not bad. Nothing to write home about though. Which is why i havent.
# Top Tunes:
# Would I listen to it again?
meh