May 04 2024
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Is This It
The Strokes
One of THE classic 2000s indie rock albums. Its reputation precedes it and for good reason. A strong start with some of their most iconic work right out the gate.
5
May 04 2024
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Pearl
Janis Joplin
I’m ashamed to say that I had never listened to any of Janis Joplin’s work before I listened to this album, despite knowing how much of a highly regarded name she is in the music world. Upon listening, I see exactly why. A true legend lost too soon.
5
May 05 2024
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Disintegration
The Cure
The Cure's magnum opus. A masterpiece of an album, and easily my favorite work from one of my long time favorite bands.
5
May 06 2024
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3 Feet High and Rising
De La Soul
A true classic from one of hip hop's most legendary trios. Sunny energy, a good sense of humor, and just overall good vibes all around.
5
May 07 2024
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The Marshall Mathers LP
Eminem
I genuinely don’t know if I’m being too generous or too harsh at two stars. There were SOME parts of this album I enjoyed, such as the production, but the subject matter and lyricism made it a rather unenjoyable listen for me. I’m all for exploring dark/heavy themes in art - it’s expression, after all - but there is a difference between that and just being blatantly upsetting and offensive on an immature level, which is what this felt like to me. While there were some high points, I don’t think I’d ever willingly listen again.
2
May 08 2024
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The Chronic
Dr. Dre
I knew this was a highly influential album for rap as a whole, and listening to it I can see why! Some of the lyricism didn't age well, but overall, I very much enjoyed the production and flow! Even if it's not something I'd usually listen to, I very much had a good time listening to it!
4
May 09 2024
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Every Picture Tells A Story
Rod Stewart
Really liked this one! Been familiar with some of Rod Stewart's work for ages but this was a great listen and definitely makes me want to check out more!
4
May 10 2024
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Welcome to the Afterfuture
Mike Ladd
I had never heard of the artist or album before this, but I REALLY enjoyed this album! It's got such a unique, dark, chill, futuristic vibe going on, and I had a great time listening through it! Definitely will be revisiting.
5
May 11 2024
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C'est Chic
CHIC
Good funky vibes! Some songs are a bit more hit or miss, but this album has some ABSOLLUTE classics on it that never get old.
4
May 12 2024
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Sweetheart Of The Rodeo
The Byrds
I can see why it was influential but it just helped reinforce that I do not care for a LOT of country music.
2
May 13 2024
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Autobahn
Kraftwerk
I liked the vibes of this one! Would definitely love to check out more of their work, knew of their influence but had not heard any, so this was a good ride.
4
May 14 2024
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Revolver
Beatles
I know it’s been said by so many people by now but this album is a genuine masterpiece. A fantastic collection of the Beatles’ classics and some of their most incredible soundscapes.
5
May 15 2024
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The Modern Dance
Pere Ubu
A FAVORITE OF MINE! Been a huge Pere Ubu fan even before starting this, so was absolutely THRILLED to see their debut pop up here! One of my favorite underappreciated “weird” bands of all time, and their debut is still one of their best to this day. Noisy punk crossed with abstract experimentation all rolled up into an album of absolute perfection. Long live Pere Ubu!!
5
May 16 2024
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Butterfly
Mariah Carey
While more familiar with her yearly seasonal hit, it was nice hearing a different side of her music! Maybe not everyday listening for me, but it was a chill vibe.
3
May 17 2024
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The Band
The Band
Not my usual vibe but still can appreciate it! Maybe not regular listening and I know that’s been the case with quite a few albums, but I can still appreciate it.
3
May 18 2024
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Highway 61 Revisited
Bob Dylan
Easy to see how much he influenced a lot of my favorite modern folk artists. Amazing album! Loved some songs more than others but I can't say there was a single one I disliked.
4
May 19 2024
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Darkdancer
Les Rythmes Digitales
Fun vibes, some good beats - not my favorite kind of music but I still liked it.
3
May 20 2024
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Electric Warrior
T. Rex
Some of these songs are absolute classics that I grew up with. Others I didn't find until years later but ended up becoming recent favorites. The album has some strong points and some weaker points, but overall it's just a solid classic.
4
May 21 2024
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The Wildest!
Louis Prima
It had the song from The Suicide Squad but not the one from Elf. Real talk though, pretty good for what it was! Just not sure what it is would be something I'd listen to a lot.
3
May 22 2024
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The Visitors
ABBA
I liked this way more than I expected to. I'm a sucker for any type of 80s synthpop and to hear them building on their old sound and in turn bringing a more developed feel to it was actually pretty cool!
4
May 23 2024
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The Score
Fugees
Chill production, great flow, some real classics. Good album all around!
4
May 24 2024
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Music in Exile
Songhoy Blues
I very much enjoyed the overall vibe, guitar work, and melodies on this album! Even if I didn't understand the language, it was an enjoyable listen, and it was a very pleasant surprise to hear Nick Zinner and Damon Albarn show up!
4
May 25 2024
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London Calling
The Clash
LEGENDARY punk classic right here. A fusion of styles that boils together into absolute iconic perfection.
5
May 26 2024
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Lupe Fiasco's Food & Liquor
Lupe Fiasco
Good flow and lyrics, great production! Liked this one a lot.
4
May 27 2024
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At Mister Kelly's
Sarah Vaughan
Solid live jazz album! I love how raw and imperfect it is at times, while still being smooth, chill, and overall incredible.
4
May 28 2024
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Machine Head
Deep Purple
I loved this one! You can hear how much they influenced so many hard rock/metal bands that came after. Aside from the obvious hit, it was nice finding some new faves and really diving into their music more! Definitely plan on revisiting.
5
May 29 2024
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Sometimes I Wish We Were An Eagle
Bill Callahan
I listened to this while inside on a rainy day, and I feel like it fit the vibe perfectly. Calm soothing indie folk is a vibe I enjoy a lot, and I loved this album.
5
May 30 2024
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American Gothic
David Ackles
Great songwriting, musical theatre-esque vibes! I would have never known about this album if not for this, but I'm so glad I was able to find it through here.
4
May 31 2024
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Tank Battles
Dagmar Krause
Not my thing I guess.
2
Jun 01 2024
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Songs In The Key Of Life
Stevie Wonder
Really enjoyed this! So many classics and such variety in style overall, really loved it.
4
Jun 02 2024
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Your Arsenal
Morrissey
The guy may be an ass with some absolutely abhorrent views, but he's always known how to write a good song.
4
Jun 03 2024
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A Night At The Opera
Queen
5
Jun 04 2024
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Purple Rain
Prince
Honestly, same comment as my previous album (which I did not get to leave a review for due to messing up on the site) - genuine masterpiece, and it's earned its reputation for a reason.
5
Jun 05 2024
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Soul Mining
The The
Heard of this band, didn't know if I knew any songs of theirs. Then I heard "This Is the Day" and the memories hit hard.
4
Jun 06 2024
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World Clique
Deee-Lite
Nothing revolutionary, but fun music to vibe to!
3
Jun 07 2024
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Steve McQueen
Prefab Sprout
This one really failed to grasp much attention from me, and I hate to say that given how much of a sucker I am for 80s pop, but it just didn't do it for me.
2
Jun 08 2024
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Morrison Hotel
The Doors
Definitely can see the impact this band had on so many after.
4
Jun 09 2024
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Tigermilk
Belle & Sebastian
Nothing outstanding, but had a few songs I really enjoyed. I had heard of the band many times and wanted to enjoy this more than I did, so maybe I just set my hopes too high or had a different expectation.
3
Jun 10 2024
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Elvis Is Back
Elvis Presley
It’s Elvis, kinda speaks for itself. Not always my vibe but still solid.
3
Jun 11 2024
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American IV: The Man Comes Around
Johnny Cash
I'm not usually big on country, but this album... It's an absolute masterpiece. The stripped back feel, the voice, the pure emotion that elevates these songs, the added context of it being the last album he released while living, it's just a truly incredible experience.
5
Jun 12 2024
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Mama's Gun
Erykah Badu
Good chill vibes, maybe not every day listening but it’s good for a specific vibe!
4
Jun 13 2024
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Live 1966 (The Royal Albert Hall Concert)
Bob Dylan
It's live, it's Dylan, it's solid.
4
Jun 14 2024
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Rid Of Me
PJ Harvey
I ADORE this album! Revisiting it for this was super nice. An absolute raw, heavy, unpolished alternative rock masterwork. This was the album that truly made me a fan of PJ Harvey's work, and while I've enjoyed everything else I've heard from her since, this will always be my personal favorite.
5
Jun 15 2024
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Pink Moon
Nick Drake
This is one of my favorite albums of all time. It’s beautiful yet tragic given the context behind it. I’ve absolutely loved it ever since the first time I listened to it, and it will always be one of my personal greatest albums of all time.
5
Jun 16 2024
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Shake Your Money Maker
The Black Crowes
I can vibe with this kind of rock but this album just didn’t do it for me. I don’t know why but it felt like a bit of a slog.
2
Jun 17 2024
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Songs The Lord Taught Us
The Cramps
Really solid garage-y rock with plenty of offbeat subject matter and creative lyrics! Loved this one.
4
Jun 18 2024
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All Things Must Pass
George Harrison
A bit overly long for what it is, but the songwriting is timeless. Full of classics and underrated hits, I adored this overall.
4
Jun 19 2024
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The Who Sell Out
The Who
I just didn't enjoy it nearly as much as anything I've heard from them that came later on.
2
Jun 20 2024
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Traffic
Traffic
It's so aggressively okay it's kinda boring.
2
Jun 21 2024
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Blue
Joni Mitchell
Incredible songwriting and music and lyrics. One of the legends for good reason.
5
Jun 22 2024
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Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots
The Flaming Lips
This album is one that holds an incredibly special place to me. It’s been one of my absolute favorites of all time for a while now, I’ve seen it performed in full live, and it was my introduction to the Flaming Lips, who are now one of my all time favorite bands and whose discography I could give you my full detailed thoughts on for hours on end.
I very rarely consider any album to be perfect, but this is one of the few that I would say are practically on that level. Right now more than ever, a relisten to this album was what I needed. With how my mind and life has been lately, the message of this album, enjoying the present instead of fearing the future, is one that hit harder than ever. I will always love this album with all my heart.
5
Jun 23 2024
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Nixon
Lambchop
Kinda reminds me of Father John Misty in vibe, so naturally I enjoy it.
4
Jun 24 2024
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Suicide
Suicide
I’d heard of this band and album many times but had never checked them out until now. Upon listening to this album I can see how huge of an influence they were on so many artists after them! Minimal instrumentation, but a solid listen if you want to hear where so many synth-heavy bands who came after got their roots. (And yes, Frankie Teardrop is CHILLING)
5
Jul 04 2024
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Van Halen
Van Halen
Classic stuff. Didn’t realize how much of it I had already heard until listening. EVH was a legend and I’m glad to be able to explore more of his work!
4
Jul 05 2024
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Fleet Foxes
Fleet Foxes
This album just encapsulates that era of indie folk so well. And you know what? I like that era a lot.
4
Jul 06 2024
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Meat Is Murder
The Smiths
Not my favorite work of theirs, but it’s alright.
3
Jul 07 2024
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Heavy Weather
Weather Report
I LOVED this one. Love me some jazz with a good vibe to it, and this one hit the nail on the head for me. Definitely will be adding to my vinyl collection when possible.
5
Jul 08 2024
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Introducing The Hardline According To Terence Trent D'Arby
Terence Trent D'Arby
I'd heard good things but this one felt a bit generic - not bad, but not the first album I'd go to from this era for these vibes.
3
Jul 09 2024
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The Suburbs
Arcade Fire
This is an album that once upon a time meant the world to me. In recent years, it's been a bit hard to revisit, in light of events that I won't go into detail about since I feel they're near inescapable with discussion of this band in recent years. But despite this... I still had damn near every word memorized upon relistening. Perhaps some things never lose that level of meaning, even if not quite the same as you used to think of them. Despite it all, this is an important album for me from a band that, even if slightly tainted now, had an impact on me.
5
Jul 10 2024
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I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight
Richard Thompson
Pretty okay folksy album, maybe not my favorite but not bad either.
3
Jul 11 2024
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Ritual De Lo Habitual
Jane's Addiction
Love Jane's Addiction, I always tended to like Nothing's Shocking a bit more than this one, but relistening to it really helped me appreciate it more. It takes the best parts of the previous album, builds on them, and incorporates so many more influences. Fantastic album from a fantastic band.
5
Jul 12 2024
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Lost In The Dream
The War On Drugs
FANTASTIC album! Strong Springsteen influence, with a Bleachers-esque approach to taking on the sound. Knew of them for a while but will definitely be checking out more of them!
5
Jul 13 2024
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L.A. Woman
The Doors
SOLID classic rock album, definitely have been enjoying the albums of theirs on this list so far.
4
Jul 14 2024
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Olympia 64
Jacques Brel
French guy sings in French. Pretty okay.
3
Jul 15 2024
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Machine Gun Etiquette
The Damned
I like punk and this is GOOD punk. Heard of them for a while and will def be listening to more!
4
Jul 16 2024
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Tidal
Fiona Apple
One of the best and most innovative artists of our time in my opinion. Even at her first album she was fantastic, and knowing how her work evolved and developed past it is only a testament to how well it holds up.
5
Jul 17 2024
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Bert Jansch
Bert Jansch
Stripped-back guitar album in the vein of Nick Drake, etc.
A bit same-y in places, but a good listen.
3
Jul 18 2024
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The Stone Roses
The Stone Roses
A favorite of mine from this era. Enjoyed revisiting it here for the first time in a while!
5
Jul 19 2024
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Vauxhall And I
Morrissey
With his other albums on the list I’ve been able to enjoy them despite him being a prick. This one is just boring AND he’s a prick.
2
Jul 20 2024
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Ágætis Byrjun
Sigur Rós
Really beautiful, ambient vibe-y album. Will definitely be returning to it.
4
Jul 21 2024
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If I Should Fall From Grace With God
The Pogues
GREAT Celtic punk, I can absolutely see why this band is so legendary.
4
Jul 22 2024
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Hybrid Theory
Linkin Park
Yeah... This was fantastic. I loved this and cannot believe I didn't dive deeper into their work WAY sooner.
5
Jul 23 2024
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From Elvis In Memphis
Elvis Presley
It's Elvis, dunno if he's always my thing but yeah.
3
Jul 24 2024
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I’m a Lonesome Fugitive
Merle Haggard
I cannot fucking believe me they gave me my dad's favorite artist on my birthday. There is a reason I gave Purple Rain five stars and this one a single star, so please stop complaining about how everyone "cared more about Prince dying than Merle Haggard dying", dad.
1
Jul 25 2024
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OK
Talvin Singh
I liked this! Very vibey, kinda reminded me of something Bjork could sing over upon the first few tracks, then I researched the artist and realized he played on and contributed to Debut! Some of that same energy here, and I liked it a lot.
4
Jul 26 2024
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Countdown To Ecstasy
Steely Dan
Pretty good. My math teacher back in the day would play their stuff a lot, mostly from a few of their other albums, and I think I liked what I knew from those albums a bit more.
3
Jul 27 2024
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Illinois
Sufjan Stevens
Beautiful. An all time favorite. I would say just about everything Sufjan Stevens does is a masterpiece, and this legendary album may be his absolute biggest one.
5
Jul 28 2024
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Antichrist Superstar
Marilyn Manson
NIN if they sucked musically and as people. I love a lot of industrial stuff but god damn this guy SUCKS. Trent Reznor’s skills can’t even save him here - Trent is just the better musician and MUCH better human being.
1
Jul 29 2024
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Tarkus
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Pretty solid prog rock, not something I listen to a lot but I like it.
4
Jul 31 2024
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Queens of the Stone Age
Queens of the Stone Age
Queens of the Stone Age are one of my favorite bands, as well as being one of the absolute best damn live acts I’ve had the pleasure of seeing in recent years. Even if not as acclaimed as their later work, this was an INCREDIBLY strong debut and already laid the foundations for their signature rocking sound.
5
Aug 01 2024
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Halcyon Digest
Deerhunter
I’m sorry but I genuinely found this to be one of the most boring albums I’ve listened to, and the songs that weren’t completely boring just sounded like a shittier version of any Elephant Six band.
1
Aug 02 2024
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California
American Music Club
4
Aug 03 2024
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Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Wu-Tang Clan
4
Aug 04 2024
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Fly Or Die
N.E.R.D
3
Aug 05 2024
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Elephant
The White Stripes
5
Aug 06 2024
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Speakerboxxx/The Love Below
OutKast
It's got some high points (mostly Speakerboxxx) and some low points (mostly The Love Below, but hey, it has Hey Ya on it too!), but overall I think it's a good showcase of both of their skills.
4
Aug 07 2024
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White Light / White Heat
The Velvet Underground
The Velvet Underground at their noisiest, wildest, and most experimental. The first time I listened to this album, I didn't vibe with it at ALL, but by the next day I loved it. Love this band and just about all their work, and this album is no exception - a true classic I'm glad to revisit.
5
Aug 08 2024
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Rage Against The Machine
Rage Against The Machine
"You either love RATM or you don't understand them." - my friend
5
Aug 09 2024
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Dear Science
TV On The Radio
Love this band and album. Cookie Mountain may be my all time favorite of theirs, but Dear Science is ALWAYS an absolute delight to revisit and contains some of their absolute best work.
5
Aug 10 2024
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S&M
Metallica
Metallica + orchestra REALLY works, I like this a lot.
4
Aug 11 2024
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Wild Gift
X
A feel good punk rock album! Liked this one a lot!
4
Aug 12 2024
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When I Was Born For The 7th Time
Cornershop
I like this, 90s alternative but with some really creative influences!
4
Aug 14 2024
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Repeater
Fugazi
LOVE this band, super proud of my local music scene and this album is easily one of their best. An absolute classic.
5
Aug 16 2024
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OK Computer
Radiohead
Masterpiece, that's been said a million times but it's true.
5
Aug 18 2024
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Jagged Little Pill
Alanis Morissette
I'm a sucker for 90s alternative.
5
Aug 19 2024
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It's Blitz!
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Love me some Yeah Yeah Yeahs. I'm of the opinion that they only got better since their debut, and this one is a massive step in that regard.
5
Aug 20 2024
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The Man Machine
Kraftwerk
Solid techno vibes
4
Aug 23 2024
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Dirt
Alice In Chains
No idea how I didn’t listen to these legends sooner. This album made me check out more immediately after.
5
Aug 24 2024
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Get Behind Me Satan
The White Stripes
Love this band. Probably their most eclectic album. I managed to get tickets today to see Jack White in a few days so I think this was a good sign.
5
Aug 25 2024
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Gasoline Alley
Rod Stewart
It's Rod Stewart, pretty solid but I like his later stuff more.
3
Aug 27 2024
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KIWANUKA
Michael Kiwanuka
Adored this! Heard of him since he’ll be playing at a festival I go to annually this fall and now I will most definitely be attending his set. Old sounds and modern sounds blended with a heavy dose of Danger Mouse’s vibe.
5
Aug 29 2024
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Logical Progression
LTJ Bukem
3
Aug 30 2024
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I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got
Sinead O'Connor
I can't believe I never listened to this legend sooner. A true masterpiece. "Fight the real enemy!"
5
Aug 31 2024
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Beauty And The Beat
The Go-Go's
4
Sep 01 2024
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Nebraska
Bruce Springsteen
Springsteen at the core of his (darkest) songwriting without all the extra layers on top. Hauntingly beautiful. Love this album.
5
Sep 02 2024
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Music For The Jilted Generation
The Prodigy
Knew them vaguely (Firestarter, Invaders Must Die, etc.) but hadn't done an in-depth listen to their work until now. This has started me down a musical rabbit hole that I ABSOLUTELY love.
5
Sep 03 2024
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Zombie
Fela Kuti
Good jazzy vibes, I enjoyed this one.
4
Sep 04 2024
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Brutal Youth
Elvis Costello
3
Sep 06 2024
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Cupid & Psyche 85
Scritti Politti
2
Sep 07 2024
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Fever To Tell
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Early 2000s indie classic. While I prefer their later material, this gave us some of their best work. Maps is an all time classic.
5