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You Love More Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
69 Love Songs
The Magnetic Fields
5 2.85 +2.15
The Rise & Fall
Madness
5 3.04 +1.96
Step In The Arena
Gang Starr
5 3.17 +1.83
No Other
Gene Clark
5 3.19 +1.81
There's A Riot Goin' On
Sly & The Family Stone
5 3.29 +1.71
Eagles
Eagles
5 3.29 +1.71
The Next Day
David Bowie
5 3.29 +1.71
The Black Saint And The Sinner Lady
Charles Mingus
5 3.33 +1.67
Channel Orange
Frank Ocean
5 3.34 +1.66
Stardust
Willie Nelson
5 3.38 +1.62

You Love Less Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
The Slim Shady LP
Eminem
1 3.27 -2.27
Youth And Young Manhood
Kings of Leon
1 3.09 -2.09
G. Love And Special Sauce
G. Love & Special Sauce
1 2.71 -1.71
Murmur
R.E.M.
2 3.42 -1.42
...And Justice For All
Metallica
2 3.41 -1.41
Urban Hymns
The Verve
2 3.37 -1.37
The Band
The Band
2 3.34 -1.34
Since I Left You
The Avalanches
2 3.28 -1.28
Entertainment
Gang Of Four
2 3.26 -1.26
The Undertones
The Undertones
2 3.24 -1.24

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David Bowie 6 4.5
Michael Jackson 2 5
Steely Dan 3 4.33

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ArtistAlbumsAverage
Kings of Leon 2 1.5

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Guitar Town by Steve Earle

Liked this! Pretty calming and nice. Solid 4

Blur by Blur

Enjoyable! I think songs go on a bit too long and the album is too long as well, but I didn't mind it so much as I have with other records on this list. Not my favourite but has plenty I like. Song 2 is definitely an all timer, but Beetlebum, Death of a Party and All your life (from the deluxe version) are all great as well. 3.5/4.

I've heard most of these before on Stop Making Sense but never the album proper! It's pretty great but not my fave talking heads. Still super danceable and cohesive though! 4.5

Stripped by Christina Aguilera

Don't love it, songs are quite long and repetitive. I don't really like how Christina sings. Her singing is best on Beautiful, I am glad that song exists. Dirrty is also fun, but she already did it better in Genie in a Bottle. 2/2.5.

Low by David Bowie

Can't believe I'd never heard Be My Wife before... it sounds so 80s. The ambient sections I find a bit tedious. Didn't hate it but I probably won't revisit the second half of the record. 3 overall, but a 5 for sound and vision

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Parachutes by Coldplay
May 17 2024

The instruments sound gorgeous, beautiful orchestration too. Sounds really rich. Chris's voice is a bit grating. Can't really tell the songs apart, a few moments are gorgeous but songs go on a bit too long. 3.5

Grace by Jeff Buckley
May 18 2024

Really intense and ambitious. Not sure how often I can come back to it but it's unquestionably brilliant. Some tracks are very long and winding - but I think that's the point. Lover you should have come over is one of the best songs ever written. Maybe a 4/4.5 out of personal preference but a 5 in terms of overall significance.

Entertainment by Gang Of Four
May 19 2024

a bit repetitive, songs are really long, idk if i'm in the mood Damaged goods is good. 2.5

Kind Of Blue by Miles Davis
May 20 2024

Not used to listening to jazz at all. Can't really distinguish between tracks, but listening through I managed to really get into it. Last track (Flamenco Sketches) might be my favourite, but that might be because they all blended together. 4/4.5 as I'm not used to jazz, should be a 5 in terms of overall significance.

Machine Head by Deep Purple
May 21 2024

Guitar is going CRAZY. The solo on highway star is great. Smoke on the water is iconic, but still goes on for too long. Overall songs are quite long and a bit boring not really for me. Somewhere between a 2.5 and a 3.

Transformer by Lou Reed
May 22 2024

Sounds a lot like the Ziggy Stardust album, Hangin' Around reminds me a lot of Sufragette City. Sounds great, really strange in parts but with very special moments too. Walk in the wild side is probably the album's best song, no shock it's as huge as it is. Definitely one of the best songs of all time. And Satellite of Love is a personal favourite. :) Solid 4!

May 23 2024

Not much to say about this one, have heard many times before and I'm glad to listen to it again! Not my favourite beatles album but has my favourite beatles song and is overall a great listen! Definite 5.

The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails
May 24 2024

A LOT. I think I enjoy it but it's a lot to process, especially as a background listen. I like some moments a lot like the opening/backing track (?) of Heresy. I do not want this is also a highlight, but it feels weird to call it that when it's so intense. Closer and Hurt are probably the best songs on the album. 4.

In Utero by Nirvana
May 25 2024

5. Can't believe I hadn't heard this in full. Some songs are less abrasive than I expected, really interesting melodies. Can see myself listening to this as much as Doolittle by the pixies

May 26 2024

i enjoyed this! good background music, repetitive but that's the point. Would be fun to listen to in a different context. 3.5!

Blood And Chocolate by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
May 27 2024

Music sounds like things I love (XTC, nostalgic 80s pop like Cleaners from Venus), I just really don't like how Elvis Costello himself sounds... not sure if that's just bad vibes from what I know about him. I want you is an AMAZING song, but midway through i wished i was listening to the fiona apple version instead. Songs go on way too long, every time i think wow this one is GREAT midway through I wish it was over.

Tidal by Fiona Apple
May 28 2024

Can't believe I hadn't listened in full before. Songs are long and meandering which I like but can get a bit tiring. The piano sounds really nice and Fiona's voice is so lovely. 4

Nilsson Schmilsson by Harry Nilsson
May 29 2024

Surprising number of huge hits on this. Really enjoyed it, but nothing too outstanding. Somewhere around a 3 and a 3.5.

Led Zeppelin III by Led Zeppelin
May 30 2024

Pretty decent actually! Guitar sounds great. Very long songs but I do not mind it. 3.5/4!

BEYONCÉ by Beyoncé
May 31 2024

Really good! Really horny. Beyonce is amazing but the songs as a whole aren't the strongest. 3/3.5!

Disraeli Gears by Cream
Jun 01 2024

Definite highlights (SWLARB and Sunshine of your love) but a bit boring overall. All the songs blur together at some point. 3.

Drunk by Thundercat
Jun 02 2024

Loved it. Not used to the jazzyness but was really enjoyable overall. A Fan's Mail was my fave track on it. 4/4.5

Fuzzy Logic by Super Furry Animals
Jun 03 2024

Fun! I enjoyed it. Sounds a bit tinny though my bad speakers but that's not their fault. 3

Foo Fighters by Foo Fighters
Jun 04 2024

i quite like this so far, more than other foo fighters records I've heard. I like this early grunge sound plus the melodies are very nice, almost pop. Got a bit bored towards the end but decent background music. 3/3.5

Funeral by Arcade Fire
Jun 05 2024

something doesn't fully click for me, maybe the vocals or mixing. I don't dislike it at all, I just wish I liked it a lot more.

Jun 06 2024

Some really interesting moments (especially Cohesion). It's pretty enjoyable, but it didn't completely stand out to me. The songs are so short I thought it was going to be a 35min album - but 43 songs is A LOT. They definitely lost me halfway through. I'm pretty sick of it now towards the end. 3

Jun 08 2024

Opening track is amazing. So intriguing immediately, makes me feel like i'm in a dream fantasy world. I love the sound of this record, the trumpet is incredible. Such an incredible album. Maybe one of the best pieces of music I've ever heard. 5

Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division
Jun 09 2024

Have heard this before. I love Disorder. The rest of the album is a bit of a slog. It's a 3 I think.

Stripped by Christina Aguilera
Jun 10 2024

Don't love it, songs are quite long and repetitive. I don't really like how Christina sings. Her singing is best on Beautiful, I am glad that song exists. Dirrty is also fun, but she already did it better in Genie in a Bottle. 2/2.5.

The Köln Concert by Keith Jarrett
Jun 11 2024

Beautiful and impressive, might not revisit but I enjoyed it! 4

Infected by The The
Jun 12 2024

didn't fully click for me but I enjoyed it. 3/3.5

Rumours by Fleetwood Mac
Jun 13 2024

I don't even need to listen to it again because I know it's a five and one of the best albums of all time. Listening now though, it really is that good. Stevie, Lyndsay and Christine are all incredible songwriters with really distinct styles and signatures, you can always tell who wrote what and they're all pitch perfect. Christine gets overshadowed a bit, but she's made incredible, gorgeous love songs. Dreams, the Chain and Go your own way are best song of all time contenders, but I think You make loving fun is also an absolutely perfect song. Lyndsay's guitar is crazy throughout, the solos are unbelievable. So good, somehow even better than I remember. Honourable mention to Silver Springs, we were robbed. 5.

Lazer Guided Melodies by Spiritualized
Jun 14 2024

It feels a bit derivative but I can't tell if it's where this sound originates and many imitators came after. In theory a sound I like, but I would like a bit more dynamism and action, it is a bit too mild. I am bored half way through, I don't think I am enjoying it at all. All the songs last far too long without anything really happening. 2.5

Bert Jansch by Bert Jansch
Jun 16 2024

Can imagine how influential this was. I get a lot of Nick Drake and everyone that followed. Enjoyed it! 4

Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock
Jun 17 2024

Supremely cool. I liked Chameleon the best, it made me want to dance, so funky. The rest of the album is also very interesting albeit a bit less accessible. 4/4.5

Blur by Blur
Jun 18 2024

Enjoyable! I think songs go on a bit too long and the album is too long as well, but I didn't mind it so much as I have with other records on this list. Not my favourite but has plenty I like. Song 2 is definitely an all timer, but Beetlebum, Death of a Party and All your life (from the deluxe version) are all great as well. 3.5/4.

Parklife by Blur
Jun 19 2024

TWO BLUR ALBUMS IN A ROW? Overall like this less than Blur (1997). Girls and Boys is one of my favourite songs of all time. The rest of the songs sound a bit off to me, and the band overall sounds a bit more annoying on this. 3

Vol. 4 by Black Sabbath
Jun 20 2024

Not super exciting to me, pleasant and has good moments, but overall found it a bit boring. Under the sun is a highlight for sure. It's grown on me on second listen and it's a pretty solid background listen, but I probably won't revisit it much. 3/3.5

Low by David Bowie
Jun 21 2024

Can't believe I'd never heard Be My Wife before... it sounds so 80s. The ambient sections I find a bit tedious. Didn't hate it but I probably won't revisit the second half of the record. 3 overall, but a 5 for sound and vision

Station To Station by David Bowie
Jun 22 2024

Second Bowie in a row! Liked it a lot more than Low. Sounds a lot more like his earlier things that I'm familiar with but still really loved it on its own. Surprised it's only six songs. Songs are long but got really interesting places, I never got tired of them like I normally do with long songs. 4.5

...Baby One More Time by Britney Spears
Jun 23 2024

Opener is explosive, one of the best songs of all time. The rest of the album is pretty syrupy and generic but not wholly unpleasant. She weirdly sounds like Christina sometimes. I want to lift it to 3 because of the title track but it's a 2.5 through and through.

The Stone Roses by The Stone Roses
Jun 24 2024

Can't believe I hadn't listened to this one before. Love it so far. Songs kind of blur together but it's a sound I really like. Very Beatlesy in many ways. Would like to revisit! 4/4.5

Blood Sugar Sex Magik by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Jun 25 2024

Overall a consistent sound that goes some interesting places, however I find it pretty tedious. I still really like Under the Bridge, but the rest of it isn't really for me. A 3 for consistency, I can tell it's achieving what it's trying to do. I got quite sick of it after a while though.

Truth by Jeff Beck
Jun 26 2024

Not for me. Goes along alright and I'm sure it's very influential but I get a bit tired of it. Took me a while to recognise Rod Stewart! I find the bluesy songs a bit boring, and while the guitar work is crazy I stop enjoying it after a bit. 3

2112 by Rush
Jun 27 2024

Already bouncing right away, feel like running. It's a lot but I enjoyed it. Not my favourite style but a 4 for sure.

The Gershwin Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald
Jun 29 2024

LIstened to 1/3d. Beautiful voice but too much too tackle in one sitting

good kid, m.A.A.d city by Kendrick Lamar
Jun 30 2024

I'm probably missing out by not reading the lyrics in detail, however I've really enjoyed this and would love to revisit. 4.5

Jul 01 2024

I've heard most of these before on Stop Making Sense but never the album proper! It's pretty great but not my fave talking heads. Still super danceable and cohesive though! 4.5

Jul 03 2024

Really tough to listen to. Very abrasive which is the point, and normally I like that kind of thing but some of the misogny was so hard to listen to. 2/2.5

Halcyon Digest by Deerhunter
Jul 04 2024

Pleasant but a bit boring. Cohesive sound but not very excitig for me. 3

Giant Steps by The Boo Radleys
Jul 05 2024

I quite like this. Some songs drag on a bit but in general the sound really works for me. Very Elliott Smith somehow. I think I enjoyed this more when I listened to them yesterday - might've been in a better mood for it. I really like Barney and Me. Overall liked the album itself less than I thought I would but I am super interested in listening to more from the band. 4

Blood On The Tracks by Bob Dylan
Jul 06 2024

Another I can't believe I've never listened to before. I need to read the lyrics to really get it I think. Tangled Up in Blue is fantastic. The sound doesn't fully work for me but I know I'm missing out a lot by not paying close attention to the lyrics.

Appetite For Destruction by Guns N' Roses
Jul 07 2024

Pretty fun so far. Some of the songs drag and they all blend in to each other. Surprised by all the classics in this one, they are pretty fantastic. Enjoyed it more than I expected! 4

London Calling by The Clash
Jul 08 2024

A bunch of filler but a lot of bangers as well! Title track is an obvious famous classics but Hateful, Rudie Can't Fail, and Spanish Bombs are great too. Lost in the Supermarket is an all time fave song. Guns of Brixton and Train in Vain too. I think it's a 4 verging on a 4.5. The filler songs are good and the great songs on here are all timers.

Dusty In Memphis by Dusty Springfield
Jul 09 2024

Love Dusty, incredible voice. The ballads are a bit too syrupy and boring, but I enjoyed it. 3.5/4.

Here Are the Sonics by The Sonics
Jul 10 2024

Seems like a random choice. I don't mind it but it doesn't super stand out, I can imagine they were influential but it feels more like something a lot of groups were doing at the time rather than them pioneering. One of the reviews said they just occasionally yell WHOAWWWWW and now it's the only thing I can focus on. Eventually quite grating. 2.5

Hejira by Joni Mitchell
Jul 11 2024

One of the things I feel like I'm objectively wrong about.... but this just doesn't work for me. I really don't like how it sounds and meanders, I always concentrate more on music than lyrics and I think that's a flaw for this type of music. I'm sorry Joni, I think I have to read her words on their own to really appreciate it. 3 - just cause it feels like the most neutral rating I can give to something I'm sure is good but that just doesn't work for me

McCartney by Paul McCartney
Jul 12 2024

Pleasant but not my favourite. I like Every night quite a lot, the rest is okay. 3.5

This Is Fats Domino by Fats Domino
Jul 13 2024

Pretty gorgeous. Love his voice and these songs are all pretty great. Loved it, does exactly what it needs to do! 4/4.5

Grievous Angel by Gram Parsons
Jul 14 2024

I like this! Songs blur together but I enjoy this sound a lot. Pretty pleasant 3.5

Killing Joke by Killing Joke
Jul 15 2024

Not for me I think, pretty repetitive and a bit grating. However I can see how influential this is! 3/3.5

Aqualung by Jethro Tull
Jul 16 2024

Pretty fun and creative. The speak singing will always be a bit funny to me. Hymn 43 is my fave so far, but I liked Wind Up quite a lot! 3.5

American Idiot by Green Day
Jul 17 2024

I quite liked it! I think this could benefit from closer listening. Some really brilliant singles here. Songs drag a bit sometimes but I generally found it interesting and enjoyable. 4/4.5

The Wall by Pink Floyd
Jul 18 2024

Pretty outstanding but also very disturbing and exhausting to listen to even without watching the film. Challenging and abrasive and I probably won't go back to it, but sounds incredible. Comfortably Numb is one of the best songs of all time. The last section was a lot to handle. 4.5/5

Tres Hombres by ZZ Top
Jul 19 2024

Nice cohesive sound, got a bit tired of it but enjoyed it. 3.5

In A Silent Way by Miles Davis
Jul 20 2024

Pretty beautiful. I really enjoy how it sounds - good background music too. Somewhat repetitive in a way I don't love but I mark it up to me not knowing much about jazz/how to listen to it. Loved the guitar breakdown (?) in the middle of track 2. 4/4.5 again because I don't fully understand jazz - but liked this more than the other Miles Davis album I had earlier

Aha Shake Heartbreak by Kings of Leon
Jul 21 2024

First thought - why is he singing like that? Instrumentals sound great mostly, the singing is just terrible and very distracting. I also did not really enjoy any of the songs in full. 2. [I called this a 2.5/3 before? being wayyy too generous]

Jul 22 2024

I quite like how this sounds. Sometimes it's a bit tiring and repetitive, but I enjoyed it overall. Otha Fish is my favourite track. 4

Neon Bible by Arcade Fire
Jul 23 2024

So far I like it more than the other album by AF I had earlier. It sounds mixed better some how - it still very much sounds like arcade fire, they have such a cohesive sound. Not my favourite sound in the world but I have enjoyed this album. Loved no cars go and my body is a cage is brilliant 3.5/4

Konnichiwa by Skepta
Jul 24 2024

I don't think this is my genre. The beats are too repetitive and... well grimy. Can't rate it too low because I recognise it's a great representation of its genre... but I also did not finish it as it really isn't for me at all.

american dream by LCD Soundsystem
Jul 25 2024

It's not my favourite sound but I can see what they are doing. Pretty long and repetitive but I imagine that's the point. 3/3.5 for consistency even though it's not fully for me. Would like to revisit it sometime

...And Justice For All by Metallica
Jul 26 2024

Not really for me. I find it very tedious and repetitive with few highlights or stand out moments. I liked the beginning of One but then they lost me. It's probably not sloppy for what it is but it does not work for me at all. 2

Is This It by The Strokes
Jul 27 2024

i've always thought i don't like the strokes... and now i can see that that's unfortunately true. they just don't work for me sadly even though there's nothing i theoretically object to i just don't like it. someday is my fave song i think. 3

Kilimanjaro by The Teardrop Explodes
Jul 28 2024

Don't love it. Very repetitive and a bit abrasive in the way synthpop can be. His voice is a lot and often in a bad way. Some melodies remind me of the B52s weirdly, only much darker and less polished. and less good to be honest. I liked Thief of Baghdad and Treason, especially the french version. Overall I think it's a 2.5

Stand! by Sly & The Family Stone
Jul 29 2024

Pretty good! Joyful, combative and constant energy. No individual stand-out songs but very much enjoyed it. 4/4.5

At San Quentin by Johnny Cash
Jul 30 2024

Enjoyable experience! Very fun to hear him joking and talking to the inmates. Songs are pleasant but I think the value of the record comes most from context and hearing Johnny in his element. Solid 4.

Step In The Arena by Gang Starr
Jul 31 2024

Really liked how this sounds. Need to check lyrics I think but overall really enjoyed it. 4.5

Black Metal by Venom
Aug 01 2024

I postponed this one for ages but it isn't as abrasive as I expected. Not that it's not abrasive, it definitely is but I can also see the appeal to this. I'm actually enjoying this quite a lot, I can still hear great hooks and melodies behind the screaming. Honestly a 3.5, would possibly revisit!

I Should Coco by Supergrass
Aug 02 2024

Sounds a bit like what I normally listen to. Some songs I really loved, others felt a bit whatever. I was very surprised by Alright coming on. I think it's a 3/3.5 but I'm sure I'll return to at least a few of these songs!

Ellington at Newport by Duke Ellington
Aug 03 2024

Such a mammoth album. Lively and energetic jazz, pretty good background music and very impressive to listen to. Not necessarily life-changing for me but I recognise the talent and skill. 4.5

There's A Riot Goin' On by Sly & The Family Stone
Aug 04 2024

Amazing so far. Sounds brilliant and goes really interesting places. I would like to revisit it for sure. 5

Eagles by Eagles
Aug 05 2024

LOVE! Really enjoyed this one, I will play it all the way through again. Really solid tunes, everything sounds brilliant. 4.5/5

Aladdin Sane by David Bowie
Aug 06 2024

not my fave bowie but pretty energetic and good pace! I liked it but won't necessarily come back to it too often. Lady Grinning Soul is a highlight. 4/4.5

Youth And Young Manhood by Kings of Leon
Aug 07 2024

i just hate his voiceeee. overall just a really grating listen. i really don't like this sound at all, 1 or 2 to be honest

Deja Vu by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Aug 08 2024

did not find it super engaging, but there are some highlights for sure. Our House is so beautiful, can't believe those people calling it cheesy and shallow! I think a 3.5 overall

Pink Moon by Nick Drake
Aug 09 2024

i know this one of course <3 lovely to listen to again. feels so comforting as always 5

The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter by The Incredible String Band
Aug 11 2024

I didn't really enjoy it, found it a bit repetitive and difficult to listen to. However, I think this is a case of it not being for me. I prefer the poppier end of the psychedlic folk spectrum. 2.5

Guitar Town by Steve Earle
Aug 12 2024

Liked this! Pretty calming and nice. Solid 4

Stardust by Willie Nelson
Aug 13 2024

I love Willie's voice. It's so soft and warm, but also conveys so much emotion. Maybe it's the selection of songs, but it feels like he's from a much earlier era like the 10s or 20s. Beautiful record though, and I'm keen to listen to more from him. His version of blue skies is an all time favourite. 4.5

Club Classics Vol. One by Soul II Soul
Aug 14 2024

Enjoyed it! Probably sounds a bit different outside of the club context. Pretty good background music. 4

Arise by Sepultura
Aug 15 2024

Actually enjoyed this. Repetitive and heavy but still interesting. Not sure I will revisit and I do feel quite tired as it ends, but I definitely enjoyed it more than I expected. 4 for quality

The Rise & Fall by Madness
Aug 16 2024

Loveeee. Works so well for me. I like how it sounds and the themes it explores. 5 and will revisit

Fear Of A Black Planet by Public Enemy
Aug 17 2024

Another I need to sit down and listen to more closely. Overall a good listen though, although I maybe couldn't listen to it very often as it is quite intense. 4/4.5

Aug 18 2024

Enjoyed it! Songs kind of blur together (except Brighton Rock and Killer Queen) but the album as a whole flows really well. Love the cohesive style. 4.5

Sunshine Superman by Donovan
Aug 19 2024

I like donovan but didn't love this one. found it a bit tedious to listen to. season of the witch still great. 3

Here's Little Richard by Little Richard
Aug 20 2024

Excited to listen to this! I can see how influential it was, but it's still a lot less tedious to listen to other old 50s rock albums I've had on here. I think they all still stand up! 5

Tago Mago by Can
Aug 21 2024

Good background music but can get a bit grating. Some interesting musical ideas but goes on for very long. I feel like it's a 4 at it's highest points but I will probably never revisit it for the more experimental aspects which do not work for me. Those last few tracks are really dragging it down, even though I'm sure they were influential. 3.5/4

Vanishing Point by Primal Scream
Aug 22 2024

I like Star very much so I had hopes but unfortunately I found this one really tedious. I think it's a 2.5 overall, with a 5 for star.

Aug 23 2024

Pretty lovely as usual with the Kinks. No massive standouts (Picture book and Monica I was already fond of) but a pleasant listen! 4

Blonde On Blonde by Bob Dylan
Aug 24 2024

My 100th album! I do struggle with the singing but the music and lyrics are brilliant and I realize it's on purpose. Not my favourite but can recognise quality 4.5

Aug 25 2024

pretty gorgeous and cinematic. not sure if this would work better if I had seen the movie, but I still enjoyed it very much! Solid 4

Aug 26 2024

Another one I know by heart. I've listened to it about 100 times but always happy to listen again. Still one of the best albums of all time, every song is uniquely good and a classic. 5

Odessey And Oracle by The Zombies
Aug 27 2024

I know this one by heart but I'll give it another listen. Perfect pop songs with the most earnest, longing singing voice. Communicates so much emotion and melancholy. Everything is mixed beautifully and the harmonies sound gorgeous throughout. All tracks have something special so it feels to pick stand outs but Hung up on a dream and This will be our year are some of my favourite songs ever. One of my favourite albums of all time. 5 no question.

69 Love Songs by The Magnetic Fields
Aug 28 2024

Another one I know very well! Decided to listen to disc 3 as it's the one I've listened to least. It was definitely weaker than the rest - which is natural given the ammount of songs. If I wasn't already familiar with it, I may have disliked this in the context of the 1001 project, where we have to listen to it all in one go. However, I am very fond of this record and think it has great stand out songs. 5 for ambition and its place in my heart!

Dig Your Own Hole by The Chemical Brothers
Aug 29 2024

Pretty fun. Not my usual style but good background music. Made me feel like I was in the club in the 90s even though I was checking emails. 4

Space Ritual by Hawkwind
Aug 30 2024

Sounds cool but is pretty long and eventually boring. Not bad but probably won't revisit. 3

Fleet Foxes by Fleet Foxes
Aug 31 2024

Just gorgeous. I love this album and Fleet Foxes. An album that feels like being in the beautiful woods surrounded by beautiful nature. Individual tracks don't necessarily stand out but I don't mind at all. 4.5/5

Highway to Hell by AC/DC
Sep 01 2024

Very fun and energetic. Probably won't revist but I liked this record's vibe. I really love the guitars in this. No real stand out songs except the title track, but is pretty cohesive. 3.5/4

Central Reservation by Beth Orton
Sep 02 2024

I really loved the opener Stolen Car. Afterwards I got quite bored unfortunately. I enjoyed Feel to Believe towards the end. I think this is a 3/3.5, doesn't work super well for me but is nice overall.

Sep 03 2024

Really good. Some of the songs hit harder than others, and some parts really don't work for me, but others really are amazing. 4/4.5

She's So Unusual by Cyndi Lauper
Sep 04 2024

So crazy for a debut. A little bit frontloaded as the last two tracks seem a bit weaker. However an amazing album with so many classics. 4.5

Illinois by Sufjan Stevens
Sep 05 2024

Pretty heavy for such a light-sounding album. I enjoyed it but it faded into the background after a bit. Again, I am missing out by not listening carefully to the lyrics. Would revisit but a 4 for now

Moon Safari by Air
Sep 06 2024

Decent but not as exciting as the other Air album I had a few weeks ago (Virgin Suicides). Good background music but nothing really special except Sexy Boy. A bit long winded and repetitive. 3

White Blood Cells by The White Stripes
Sep 07 2024

Decent, but a bit too samey without really going anywhere. Enjoyed it though, especially Fell in love with a girl, 3/3.5

Picture Book by Simply Red
Sep 08 2024

First songs I really liked. Then slowly it lost me and by the end I wasn't having a good time anymore. His voice begins to get very annoying, and that cover of Heaven sucks. This album really drudges on too long. 2.5/3

Sep 09 2024

I really enjoyed Fuck the police. Songs are a bit too long - I like the backing beats a lot but they get repetitive after a while. Overall didn't really stand out to me. 2.5 - but I can see the significance.

The Cars by The Cars
Sep 10 2024

Starts so strong but then gets quite boring. Just What I Needed is one of my favourite songs of all time which makes me raise this score a bit to a 4. The production is great and everything Sounds good, I just find the hooks aren't as strong as the album drags out

A Wizard, A True Star by Todd Rundgren
Sep 11 2024

I can imagine this being influential, but I found it a bit too difficult to listen to. Some stand out tracks and moments though. 3.5

Future Days by Can
Sep 12 2024

It gave me a bit of a headache. Not unpleasant in theory but I felt it getting to me just through the repetitiveness and choice of sounds. But maybe I'm just overcaffeinated. 2.5

Another Green World by Brian Eno
Sep 13 2024

Very pleasant. Some of these songs make me feel like I'm in a dream. 4

Definitely Maybe by Oasis
Sep 14 2024

Didn't really work for me. I don't like Liam's voice and I don't like the mixing (?). I wish I could get what everyone sees in this record but I just don't enjoy listening to it. The song I liked best was Married with Kids which is the only one without the fuzzy guitar - maybe it's just a stylistic thing. 3

Fear Of Music by Talking Heads
Sep 15 2024

Didn't love this one! I think it's a bit too grimy and repetitive without doing much exciting. Still got some highlights but I won't revisit it on it's own. 3/3.5

Sep 16 2024

I imagine this would've been amazing live. A bit repetitive and abrasive in a way I don't love but I can definitely see the appeal. I Want You Right Now was amazing. Very sexy and explosive. The rest I found a bit harder to get into. Probably won't revisit but I can imagine the magic in person. 3.5

Ramones by Ramones
Sep 17 2024

A LOT which is mostly good but it does start feeling like someone banging the drums in your face for 30 minutes. Can totally see the significance and influence of course. Songs blend together but I still enjoy some more than others. 4 for significance but 3.5 for my personal enjoyment!

Crosby, Stills & Nash by Crosby, Stills & Nash
Sep 18 2024

A bit too mellow for me I think. The harmonies are beautiful and it's nice how understated it is - but I did get a bit bored throughout. Helplessly Hoping is the clear highlight. 3/3..5

Are You Experienced by Jimi Hendrix
Sep 19 2024

Not sure if it's a coincidence to get this one on the anniversary of his death. Incredible album he really is in a totally different level. Purple haze still hits so strongly, as for deep cuts I loved the Wind Cries Mary. Even when the songs blur together it's a really incredible record

Eliminator by ZZ Top
Sep 20 2024

Honestly this is pretty awesome. Everything so tight and well paced, the guitars sound amazing and so dark. I got a little bit bored towards the end of the record but I really really enjoyed it. 4/4.5

War by U2
Sep 21 2024

I remember watching Bono perform sunday bloody sunday live when I was around 13/14 and being so deeply moved by the performance and the power of music I thought it was one of the best things I've ever seen. Something about his huge presence and anger just really moved me. I still like the song - even though I'm not that convinced by the production which now sounds a bit clunky to me (might be my own speakers. I think New Years Day is even better at capturing that same energy that I was enthralled by at 14. Unfortunately the rest of the album didn't really work for me. Even the songs I like somewhat drag and Bono becomes a bit annoying to listen to. 3/3.5.

Be by Common
Sep 22 2024

I like this quite a lot. I could tell Kanye was involved without having to look it up. Haven't paid enough attention to the lyrics but I love how loose this sounds. The samples and beats work really great. 4/4.5

The Only Ones by The Only Ones
Sep 23 2024

I thought this was alright. None of the songs really stood out except another girl another planet, but I still enjoyed the overall sound. I got a bit bored at times. I kind of wish I liked this more than I do! 3

Document by R.E.M.
Sep 24 2024

I liked it! Songs do blur into each other but it's an overall pleasant sound. I think it's a 3.5/4.

I Am a Bird Now by Antony and the Johnsons
Sep 25 2024

Mixed feelings. I find it pleasant and engaging but also a little bit boring and dragged out. I enjoyed it overall but probably will not revisit. 3/3.5

Heartbreaker by Ryan Adams
Sep 26 2024

hated his wonderwall cover. i enjoyed this album quite a lot more than i expected though. reminds me a bit of damien rice but less pop/accessible. unfortunately googled him and saw he's a really awful person. even without that some of these songs go on for too long or have sounds that just don't work. Ranking it as a 3.5/4 for the music, but I think this is pretty inessential as there's similar sounding things that are better and not made by someone grim

Horses by Patti Smith
Sep 27 2024

Not a great background listen. I feel like I couldn't really appreciate this in detail. I will have to revisit while looking at lyrics another time. I can see there's a lot going on underneath the surface and the experimental nature of it makes it difficult to judge based on aesthetics. 3 for now as I wasn't captivated, but I will need to come back to it.

Two Dancers by Wild Beasts
Sep 29 2024

i can already tell everyone is gonna hate this one on the reviews. Some things really worked for me but in general I probably won't revisit this. The singing is a lot and I don't love how it all sounds... but there is definitely something there sometimes. 3

Arular by M.I.A.
Sep 30 2024

Not my favourite sound but I can recognise the ambition and the innovation. Sometimes felt like I was listening to proto-hyperpop. 3

The Band by The Band
Oct 01 2024

Found this really mid. I feel like I could enjoy some of these songs if they were arranged differently or maybe with a different singer. 2.5/3

Face to Face by The Kinks
Oct 02 2024

Pretty mid unfortunately. None of these songs stand out to me at all, in fact they are pretty tedious to listen to. Sunny Afternoon and I'll Remember are the best songs on the record and sadly they're at the very end. 3.

Oct 03 2024

Pretty batshit. Goes so many different places and is excessive while also being very nerdy. I actually really enjoyed it, even though it is so ridiculous. A good time and worth relistening! 4/4.5

Roger the Engineer by The Yardbirds
Oct 04 2024

Pretty pleasant listen. Not my favourite style but I enjoyed this. I liked the first half better than the second. 3/3.5

Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Oct 05 2024

Pretty good. Down by the river is a stand out. Really interesting and dark grooves. Songs go on for a bit too long but I imagine this would work great in a live setting. 4

Planet Rock: The Album by Afrika Bambaataa
Oct 06 2024

Sounds so early but I could imagine its impact at the time especially in the clubs! 3 but glad to have heard it!

Younger Than Yesterday by The Byrds
Oct 07 2024

Very nice listen, but I like the more straightforward songs a lot more than the rambling hippie experimental ones. My Back Pages is a lovely all time great pop song. 3.5/4

Oct 08 2024

I really liked the opening track Billy Jack, and in general I love the music in each track. I find the singing/rambling style a bit more difficult to get into. I found that all the songs blurred into each other. Overall enjoyed it but wish there was a clearer stand-out moment. 3.5/4

Bad by Michael Jackson
Oct 10 2024

The singles blow everything out of the water, perfect pop songs. The album tracks are much weaker and sound quite a bit more dated with the clanky production. Still a 4.5 just on the strength of the singles, especially Bad, the Way You Make Me Feel and Smooth Criminal. Leave me alone is probably my favourite album track.

Rock 'N Soul by Solomon Burke
Oct 12 2024

Nice listen. I like getting these older records where you can just imagine the impact it's had. And the songs all sound great. Blur together without any standouts, but I enjoyed it all the same. 4

Cross by Justice
Oct 13 2024

I liked some songs more than others. Not huge on this type of electronic music, but there were moments I enjoyed. I was surprised by how abrasive some of these songs are. My favourite track was D.A.N.C.E. unsurprisingly, the most accessible and poppy track. Still a good listen. 3/3.5

LP1 by FKA twigs
Oct 14 2024

Interesting concept, I feel like she really captures a certain feeling. I didn't love the full sound, but some songs stood out. I would say a 4 for what she achieves but based on my personal enjoyment it's more of a 3/3.5

Bat Out Of Hell by Meat Loaf
Oct 15 2024

I thought I wasn't going to like this, but all of the songs sound incredible. The production is amazing and the songs have hooks for days. My biggest problem is the repetition/length, but even then I've not really minded so far. Surprised by the amount of hits on here. Extremely extra and dramatic but I really respect the ambition. Meatloaf is such a dickhead in this - but he's definitely consistent! Highlights are the title track, you took the words right out of my mouth, and Two out of three ain't bad. I can imagine this hitting very wrong when you're not in the mood but I think it's a pretty good achievement. 4.5

White Light / White Heat by The Velvet Underground
Oct 16 2024

So so weird and kind of tedious. I can appreciate the experimentation but it also took me three sittings to go through it! 3 for personal taste but deserves props for innovation

Tragic Songs of Life by The Louvin Brothers
Oct 17 2024

These were nice, reminded me of gunfighter ballads but slightly worse. I enjoyed it but am unlikely to revisit. 3.5

Pretzel Logic by Steely Dan
Oct 18 2024

Really enjoyed this! Not so many standout singles as Can't buy a thrill, but I'm also more familiar with that album. Generally a very pleasant listen, I really like Steely Dan! 4.5

Dookie by Green Day
Oct 19 2024

Pretty fun! Songs blur together a bit. The singles stand out and I don't think it's just because I knew them already. Of the album tracks I liked Pulling Teeth a lot. 3.5/4

Porcupine by Echo And The Bunnymen
Oct 20 2024

Already knew it but not too well. I like The Cutter very much. The rest of the album is okay. It gets a bit muddled as it goes on with not that many songs standing out. 3.5

Scum by Napalm Death
Oct 21 2024

a headache and a half but i know it's on purpose. i can still identify skill and interesting musical ideas even, just played extremely fast to the point of unrecognizability. makes sense that music like this exists but I will not be revisiting. 2

Can't Buy A Thrill by Steely Dan
Oct 22 2024

I know this one front to back and don't need an excuse to relisten. I'll do it anyway even though at this rate, Steely Dan is gonna be one of my top artists of the year. Do It Again is such a smooth opener, Dirty Work is a top ten favourite song at this point, Only a fool is a classic, and Reelin' in the years just makes me happy. The rest of the album tracks also work very well. One of my favourite albums, I am so fond of it. 5

Oct 23 2024

I've listened to this before! I love outlaw country and I like a good story song, even though these are gruesome. I remember playing this at home and my mum asking me to play anything else after listening to how violent these are. You do get a bit tired of the same sound, but I generally find this a pretty pleasant listen. I love the strong Mexican influence. 4/4.5

Rid Of Me by PJ Harvey
Oct 24 2024

Not for me sadly. Didn't really enjoy this but I think it's a me problem. Yuri-G was my favourite. 3

Electric by The Cult
Nov 05 2024

Liked the opener wildflower a lot! Pretty fun meathead rock. The rest of it was pretty generic, good guitar though. Solid 3 veering to a 3.5

Nov 06 2024

Enjoyed it, but found it a bit samey. The beats blur a bit into each other but they're generally pretty good. Heavy in the Game and Dear Mama are stand outs. Might need to revisit. 3.5 for now

Rocks by Aerosmith
Nov 07 2024

I think I was in the perfect mood for this - I loved it. Great rock songs, the production sounds brilliant and all the songs are pleasant. No particular standouts but not a bad thing when all the songs are solid 8s. I think a hit would bring this to a five but I'll call it a 4 overall

Queens of the Stone Age by Queens Of The Stone Age
Nov 08 2024

Some of the songs I really like, others don't really do it for me at all. Not as bad as Kings of Leon but at times I really didn't enjoy the abrasive repetitive guitar songs. Some bangers but overall just okay . 3

Gorillaz by Gorillaz
Nov 09 2024

Listened to this one for the first time a few months ago and really liked it. On revisit, I love how this sounds. Especially on a grey day like today - this creates such an atmosphere. The album becomes a bit too repetitive on the second half. When it's good it's brilliant, but most of it I found a bit boring. It's a 5 up to Clint Eastwood (and M1 A1), but a 4 overall.

Surrealistic Pillow by Jefferson Airplane
Nov 10 2024

I liked this. Some of the poppier tracks remind me of Oddysay and Oracle. A couple of these songs drag, but when they hit they hit. Somebody to Love and White Rabbit are all time classics, I also liked the opener and My best friend. 4

Behaviour by Pet Shop Boys
Nov 11 2024

This sounds great overall, such a cohesive sound. Songs are long and blur into each other, but the overall vibe is preserved in each song. No stand out songs for me but I enjoyed it. 4

Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins
Nov 12 2024

Knew this one already but glad to revisit. Really emotional and distressing while sounding really really good. Should pay closer attention to the lyrics. Disarm has always been a favourite but Soma really hit me on second listen. 4.5/5

Nov 13 2024

To be honest, I don't really like this one. I feel like the acoustic format mostly robs the songs from their power and Kurt sounds a little bit like everyone else that tried to imitate him later in the 90s. There are exceptions - The Man Who Sold the World, Dumb, and Something in the Way all sound incredible- but this might be because they are already calm/acoustic sounding. I think this performance might be better watched than listened to. Still a good 4 overall by the strength of the songs and the best performances.

La Revancha Del Tango by Gotan Project
Nov 14 2024

Not for me honestly. I found this really grating and repetitive. I like tango and I can like some of the trip hop aspects of it... it just becomes pretty tedious after a while. The singing and speaking is what I found most obnoxious.

Back To Black by Amy Winehouse
Nov 15 2024

Beautiful album with great singles. Not sure I would listen to it all in one go often but I loved listening to it now. 5

Paul Simon by Paul Simon
Nov 16 2024

Really liked this one. Pleasant and cohesive sound, reminded me of a lot of the best parts of different genres. And I generally like Paul's voice :) Some are a bit boring but overall good listen. 4/4.5

World Clique by Deee-Lite
Nov 17 2024

Pretty pleasant listen so far! Fun and infectious. Really liked her energy in particular. Not an everyday listen but definitely an enjoyable time. 4

Dear Science by TV On The Radio
Nov 18 2024

I like this quite a bit. I can sense a lot of other bands in this - not sure which ones came before or after, but these are really solid songs. I can't quite place who they remind me of most, maybe arcade fire? Overall liked this one, DLZ is a highlight. 4/4.5

The Number Of The Beast by Iron Maiden
Nov 19 2024

I liked the first few songs, super high energy with great guitar shredding. Songs are a bit too repetitive and the high tempo eventually gets a bit grating. I started getting a headache towards the end. I think this is a 3.5 - not really for me. My favourite track was the Prisoner.

Axis: Bold As Love by Jimi Hendrix
Nov 20 2024

I tried to listen and wasn't in the mood. Now I'm revisiting I quite like it. It's pretty jammy and a lot less tight than are you experienced. I can see the future of punk in some parts of this album. Highlights: Castles made of sand. 3.5/4!

Peggy Suicide by Julian Cope
Nov 21 2024

First few songs were a little bit tedious. The middle of the album is pretty decent - you could improve this one by cutting out the first few tracks and making this a bit tighter. I quite like Safesurfer, nice guitar solo that goes interesting places. Follows a progression I usually like that feels like you're spiralling out of control. If You Loved Me at All was quite nice as well. Soldier Blue has a good groove. Third part starts to drag again. Beautiful Love sounds A LOT like the Happy Mondays. I liked the American Lite. The whole album is on average a 3, with the middle section being a solid 4. I'll probably revisit the tracks I liked.

Low-Life by New Order
Nov 22 2024

Nice because I like New Order, but I feel like these aren't that special and get a bit boring. Bernard's voice is really clear, which I'm not sure is the best idea. I would say a 3.5, as I like it, but I think New Order has done better.

At Fillmore East by The Allman Brothers Band
Nov 23 2024

I listened to this one a few days ago and found it tedious, but on second listen I really enjoyed it as background music to drive me forward while working. The guitar skills on display are amazing, but I still think it is pretty tedious at times. Glad I listened again, we'll see if I revisit. 3/3.5

Red Headed Stranger by Willie Nelson
Nov 24 2024

Pleasant outlaw country. Nothing really stood out but it's nice background music. I really love willie's voice. 3.5

Nov 25 2024

Enjoyed this one. A bit preachy but maybe necessary preaching. The production is interesting and I love all the different samples. Some of these are really moving. 4

Garbage by Garbage
Nov 26 2024

A good listen that reminds me of what I normally listen to, but i felt like it needed something extra to really stand out to me. Still a solid 4!

Good Old Boys by Randy Newman
Nov 27 2024

Pretty boring and didn't really work for me. His voice is nice but none of the songs stood out to me at all. 2/2.5

Orbital 2 by Orbital
Nov 28 2024

Normally wouldn't sit down and listen to this but it was pleasant as a background listen. 2.5/3

Nov 29 2024

So weird that this is from Chicago given what they evolved into. Wasn't really feeling it at all but I actually loved Beginning, has a strong Mingus energy which I loved. Some of these are very strong (e.g. Listen, I'm a Man, Liberation). I'm feeling some of the same things I felt listening to the Allman brothers earlier this week. The solos and jamming out are very impressive and I'm glad that they've been preserved, but they don't necessarily translate as songs I'd like to hear. Free form guitar almost killed all my enjoyment of this though. Really high highs and really low lows, bringing it to a 3 overall.

Lost In The Dream by The War On Drugs
Nov 30 2024

Reminds me a bit of arcade fire or the national, bands that I feel like I should like more. Beautiful instrumentals but I mostly found them boring. I liked the build-up in some of these songs, but I often just struggled through. 3

Out Of The Blue by Electric Light Orchestra
Dec 01 2024

I know this one well. Gorgeous production and lovely songs, although I do think it starts off strong and falters towards the end. Still a fantastic record though and one I will come back to. 4.5

Moby Grape by Moby Grape
Dec 02 2024

Was missing a lot of tracks unfortunately! Pretty pleasant though, solid tracks throughout. Missing one or two truly special songs but I still really enjoyed it. 3.5

Dire Straits by Dire Straits
Dec 03 2024

I found this a bit boring. I like the production and instrumentation but it gets a bit repetitive for me without going anywhere particularly interesting. II also think all the tracks sound kind of the same without anything really distinct. 3/3.5

Under Construction by Missy Elliott
Dec 04 2024

I liked it! I found the bits of Missy speaking both jarring and charming. The songs themselves were alright, a little repetitive/boring but with some highlights. Work it is a classic, Play that beat was great, and I found Can you hear me quite moving. 3.5/4

The Good, The Bad & The Queen by The Good, The Bad & The Queen
Dec 05 2024

Lots of Damon Albarn on this list. Pretty boring sadly, I get a bit tired of damon's meandering voice. It feels a bit like an album of filler gorillaz tracks. 2.5/3

Clandestino by Manu Chao
Dec 06 2024

I liked this one. They're pretty repetitive but I like the backing track he reuses. I will probably only revisit one or two of these tracks but I'm glad I got to hear it! 3/3.5

Hot Fuss by The Killers
Dec 07 2024

Lots of classic tracks here, crazy for a debut. Didn't love the album songs as they all blur into each other a bit for me. Still a high 4/4.5 for Mr Brightside and All These Things That I've Done.

Beauty And The Beat by The Go-Go's
Dec 08 2024

I liked this, nice melodies and fun production, but nothing really stood out. My favourite was How Much More, pair that with Rusholme Ruffians as a great interpolation of Marie's the name. 3/3.5

Oxygène by Jean-Michel Jarre
Dec 09 2024

Not my kind of music at all, pretty scarce and repetitive but that's the point. I am surprised by it's age though and I can imagine this being incredibly influential. I think it's at a 2.5 for me where I didn't dislike it but I also wouldn't really listen to it again. Makes me wish I gave that kings of leon album a one though because these two records should not be in the same category.

The Slim Shady LP by Eminem
Dec 10 2024

Put off listening to this for so long. His songs can be very compelling but it gets exhausting when they're only about being violent to women. There is room for expressing thoughts like this but I think it ultimately did more harm than good. So so edgy, and you can really see how he has affected the culture (for the worse).

Mott by Mott The Hoople
Dec 11 2024

Found this super tedious. Songs drag on and don't really reach anywhere I like. Murky without great moments, sound a bit like Bowie ballads without the hooks that made those great. 2

Sound Affects by The Jam
Dec 12 2024

Knew this one already. Songs are pretty good in general, although That's Entertainment blows them all out of the water, one of my fave songs ever. 4

The Undertones by The Undertones
Dec 13 2024

Not very impressed so far. First song to stand out to me beside Teenage Kicks is True Confessions (Keyboard Version). Pretty forgettable, 2.5

Juju by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Dec 14 2024

Got a bit tired of it by the end but I appreciate them. Spellbound is a clear stand out but the rest of the album carries that same energy. Overall a 3 as it's not my fave style in the world

A Hard Day's Night by Beatles
Dec 15 2024

Nice record! Songs are a bit samey but there's still a couple of great hits in this. 3.5/4

Rapture by Anita Baker
Dec 16 2024

Opener Sweet Love was amazing. Her voice is incredible and the track was very interesting musically. The rest of the record was more forgettable, the production wasn't my favourite and the songs were a bit too repetitive. I loved her voice but I probably won't revisit except for the opener. 3/3.5

Mothership Connection by Parliament
Dec 17 2024

Nice palate cleanser after a day of punk rock, goth rock and metal. Songs go on for ages but it mostly works to transport you to a certain vibe. Really enjoyed it but won't necessarily revisit 4/4.5

Power In Numbers by Jurassic 5
Dec 18 2024

Opener i liked the beat and lyrics. I didn't pay too much attention to it overall but it was good background music. I think I should revisit and give it another listen. 3.5

Sound of Silver by LCD Soundsystem
Dec 19 2024

I like this better than the other album by them we had before. Songs are long and winding but I enjoy the base ideas quite a lot. Good background music although I probably won't revisit very much. Highlights: All Your Friends, Sound of Silver, New York I love you. 3.5

Inspiration Information by Shuggie Otis
Dec 20 2024

I liked the first few songs but the instrumental tracks aren't really for me. I wish this record was more like what I imagined it was going to be! 3 overall

Electric Warrior by T. Rex
Dec 21 2024

I like this record a lot, but I find it very very repetitive. T Rex basically have three songs - but if you like those three songs you will really enjoy this. I love Mambo Sun and Monolith, and Cosmic Dancer is one of my favourite songs of all time. I think this one is definitely worth a listen but I would call it a 4/4.5 at best.

Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness by The Smashing Pumpkins
Dec 22 2024

i know this one well. I've always been fascinated by how this album combines heavy songs with light relief. Sometimes it feels like an endurance test to get to the respite... but maybe that's the point. First record starts super strong with no misses. Tonight Tonight is one of my favourite ever songs. The second half is a slog, with some bright moments. An unquestionable 5 for the first disc, and a 3 for the second. I would call it a 4/4.5 with some of my favourite ever songs on here as well.

Elephant Mountain by The Youngbloods
Dec 23 2024

Pleasant and upbeat, but sounds a bit unpolished. I like Don't Let the Rain Bring You Down and Ride the Wind. Perfectly nice even though it's not remarkable. I enjoyed it! 3

Sign 'O' The Times by Prince
Jan 11 2025

First song's lyrics took me by surprise, such a tough song on top of an easy groove. Overall I like how this sounds, although I don't think any of these are mind blowing. Still like the cohesive sound and production. Highlights: Starfish and Coffee, I could never take the place of your man, The Cross (loved this one!!!) I think it's a 4.5

The Modern Lovers by The Modern Lovers
Jan 12 2025

Decent grooves but gets a bit tedious with Jonathan's singing. I liked Dignified as a stand out. 2.5/3

No Other by Gene Clark
Jan 13 2025

I really like this so far, it sounds gorgeous. I enjoyed this a lot - I can't imagine this being everyone's favourite but it's a sound I really love. 4.5

Talking Book by Stevie Wonder
Jan 14 2025

I like some of these but others just drag on soooo much. I love Superstition (of course!) and I Believe is also lovely. However, so many songs on here are extremely sappy, repetitive and plodding. I hate You and I. A really mixed record! 3

Psychocandy by The Jesus And Mary Chain
Jan 16 2025

Just like honey is lovely of course. Some of the harder songs I also like but in other parts I find it quite tedious. 3

Vespertine by Björk
Jan 17 2025

her voice is gorgeous and the production is super atmospheric. I couldn't really pick out a standard track as it all blurs and I don't think this is an album I will revisit very much. Still glad I listened. 4

Rust Never Sleeps by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Jan 18 2025

Explosive and enjoyable. No stand out tracks but flows very well together and sounds great live. Some songs are a bit meandering in a way I don't love but I overall liked this a lot. 4

Celebrity Skin by Hole
Jan 19 2025

I liked it. I was surprised by how pop friendly it is, I was expecting something a lot more abrasive. All sounds are a bit samey sounding but I still enjoyed having it in the background. Highlights: title track, reasons to be beautiful, dying

Hysteria by Def Leppard
Jan 20 2025

Pretty middle of the road. I was surprised by how similar this sounds to other 80s pop - I was expecting it to be at least a little bit harder. I enjoyed it and liked the production but I wouldn't say it's anything special. 3/3.5

25 by Adele
Jan 21 2025

Adele really has an incredible voice. Some lovely singles and nice deep cuts when she can show off her skills. I find these a little bit difficult to engage with properly, but I still found this a good listen. 4

Let England Shake by PJ Harvey
Jan 22 2025

I really like how this sounds. I like it a lot more than the first PJ Harvey album I had. Reminds me of Fiona Apple a lot. Goes very interesting places from intensity to quiet while still being a little challenging.4/4.5

Bad Company by Bad Company
Jan 24 2025

Pretty standard rock with no standouts, but also all pretty solid. 3/3.5

Maggot Brain by Funkadelic
Jan 25 2025

Brilliant album. I like Maggot Brain and Can you get to that best, they are all timer tracks absolutely.The rest of the record almost drags but it's still super funky. 4.5

Throwing Muses by Throwing Muses
Jan 26 2025

Never heard of this band before but I immediately liked it. Not surprised to hear about their close affiliation to the Pixies. The songs drag on a little bit and feel a bit murky. I wish there were more stand out songs here but I still enjoyed learning about them! 3.5

Tom Tom Club by Tom Tom Club
Jan 27 2025

I've had this one before. I like the grooves but songs go on for a bit too long. It feels a little bit joyless at times, I enjoy them much more live! 3

The Wildest! by Louis Prima
Jan 28 2025

fun but a little boring. I enjoyed listening to it but I got tired of it eventually. Can see it's impact but don't think I'll ever revisit beyond I'm Just a Gigolo. 3

Duck Rock by Malcolm McLaren
Jan 29 2025

I love how this sounds and I think there are a lot of great ideas. However, learning a bit more about the album I feel less happy praising the credited artist. I enjoyed this record a lot, but it made me wish I was listening to the recorded artists instead. 3.5

Graceland by Paul Simon
Jan 30 2025

I knew some of these already. I enjoyed the album, although I found it quite mellow at times and wished it would get more lively! You can call me Al is still my favourite from here. 4

Ace of Spades by Motörhead
Jan 31 2025

A little bit headache inducing but I could imagine enjoying this in a live setting. A little bit boring after a while but I appreciate the energy. 3

The ArchAndroid by Janelle Monáe
Feb 01 2025

Truly on another level, one of the strongest albums ever! I've heard this a million times and it still sounds amazing, in the production, her vocals, and the sheer variety of genres explored. I love this album, one of the best to ever do it!! 5

Tuesday Night Music Club by Sheryl Crow
Feb 02 2025

I don't really like the first two tracks, it sounds minor and muddy. Her voice sounds strained and the melodies are a bit repetitive. The production just sounds a bit wrong throughout... and her voice never quite sounds right either...I could convince myself that it works on some songs like Solidify, but there's still something that sounds off to me about this record. Some highlights, but 2.5

Californication by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Feb 03 2025

A lot of these are really strong, others wear out their welcome really fast. Overall it all blurs together, but it's mostly a good time. I like the peppers in moderation! Just have to pretend I don't know anything about their personal lives... 3.5

Led Zeppelin by Led Zeppelin
Feb 11 2025

Opener was great, babe i'm gonna leave you was super extra but I enjoyed the build up a lot. Overall I liked this, it was explosive and energetic. I did find it a bit grating after a while but that is probably on me. I think this is a 3.5.

Henry's Dream by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
Feb 12 2025

A really strange album. It was pretty abrasive and odd, discordant and overwhelming. Some songs really drag and I wouldn't want to listen to this all the time, but I still found it somewhat engaging and liked some moments. I could revisit this if I was in the right mood for something strange - but I probably won't. 3

Hounds Of Love by Kate Bush
Feb 13 2025

Very nice, weird album. Some of these i find quite plodding, in a way I don't particularly love. I feel like I am not appreciating this as much as I should, but I'm glad to have listened. Cloudbusting is one of my favourite songs of all time. 4 overall

Yeezus by Kanye West
Feb 14 2025

Pretty hard to get through. Has some compelling moments but in general really abrasive and hard to get into. Lyrics get exhausting after a while. 2

Exodus by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Feb 15 2025

Not my favourite genre, I felt it all blurred into itself. However, I enjoyed some moments a lot! I love Three Little Birds, of course, and I was surprised by how funky it all gets sometimes. I gave it another listen and appreciated it a lot more, I enjoyed the production a lot and the way these songs make me feel. I feel like it's a 4, and would like to revist it!

Greetings From L.A. by Tim Buckley
Feb 16 2025

I liked this! Unexpectedly fast paced and funky. I like Tim's voice. None of these tracks are outstanding, but I enjoyed it. 3/3.5

Channel Orange by Frank Ocean
Feb 17 2025

I knew a few from here already. Production is lovely. The songs all tend to follow a similar path that I don't find 100% satisfying, staying in repetition of certain sounds/melodies... definitely an issue of personal preference rather than the quality of the music. I don't see how he could've done anything better here, but I also don't think I'll revisit this too often. 4.5

The Velvet Underground & Nico by The Velvet Underground
Feb 18 2025

I'm always surprised by how repetitive VU songs are... not in a bad way necessarily, but they really enjoyed letting songs play out for a long time. Surprising lack of nico in some of these tracks also. I like "All Tomorrow's Parties" a lot. Heroin was also deeply moving, really dark song that made me quite sad, but it works very well. I liked I'll be your mirror too. Not a huge fan of the experimental tracks but this is a solid record for sure. 3.5, higher for a few stand out songs

Dig Me Out by Sleater-Kinney
Feb 19 2025

I liked One More Hour quite a lot. A very angry and energetic record with good melodies. Little Babies is good too. I was surprised by It's Enough, I didn't know Wet Leg interpolated them! I quite liked this one! Overall 3.5/4 but I am likely to revisit.

Tommy by The Who
Feb 20 2025

Super ambitious. Not as intense as the wall but I can imagine Pink Floyd taking some inspiration from this. I found the earlier songs quite troubling to listen to given the story, but it's told well. I got a bit bored towards the end and do think this is too long. Solid 4, with extra props for ambition.

Countdown To Ecstasy by Steely Dan
Feb 21 2025

My least favourite SD album so far, although still quite groovy. Just a bit boring and repetitive, without many hooks. Pleasant and very well produced but nothing special. 3.5

Feb 22 2025

I quite like this one, it feels like something I would discover myself. A bit boring at times but in general really enjoyed it. A solid 4 that I will definitely come back to. Highlights: Jesus, Etc. and Heavy Metal Drummer

Vivid by Living Colour
Feb 23 2025

Didn't really enjoy this at first, I thought the second half was better. On second listen I liked it more - but I think this just might not be my genre. I quite liked Memories Can't Wait, especially the ending. Cult of Personality is good as well. 3

Tical by Method Man
Feb 24 2025

Songs blend into each other but it's good background music. I don't mind it at all but I probably won't revisit. 3

Mar 20 2025

The best Oasis album I've ever heard. Some really amazing songs on this, Wonderwall and DLBA back-to-back is crazy, She's Electric and Champagne Supernova are also perfect tracks. Songs go on a bit too long but overall sound very good. 4.5

Lust For Life by Iggy Pop
Mar 22 2025

Really liked this one. A bit repetitive but definitely deserves to be on this list. I can hear echoes of this album in so much music I love. One band I thought of especially was Franz Ferdinand, some of these tracks sound like they could 100% be theirs. 4/4.5

Mar 23 2025

Not my favourite sound. I can see the technical skill but I just didn't love this. 2.5

Gold by Ryan Adams
Mar 24 2025

I actually really like how this sounds, but it's difficult to listen to without the stench of how much Ryan Adams sucks. Some songs are better than others but I generally enjoy the groove. 3

Ágætis Byrjun by Sigur Rós
Mar 25 2025

I enjoyed this, although it is at times quite longwinded. It has some really special moments and build-ups, but other sections can feel a bit boring and repetitive (although I'm sure that is the point). 3.5

Mar 26 2025

Sounds kind of muddy. The songs are very repetitive without really standing out to me, and it was quite a long album. Didn't really enjoy this one. 2.5

Melody A.M. by Röyksopp
Mar 27 2025

Not really my genre. It's pretty pleasant and atmospheric for the most part but I find it a bit boring. 3.

My Generation by The Who
Mar 28 2025

A little bit boring, but with occasional lovely moments. Kids Are Alright is nice, feels like it's by the Byrds. 3/3.5

Mar 29 2025

His voice is wonderful but the spare arrangements feel like they drag sometimes. I found this pretty boring sadly. Hurt was very powerful as we all know, but the rest didn't quite click. I quite liked the cover of We'll meet again someday. 2.5/3

Hypnotised by The Undertones
Mar 30 2025

I liked this one. No incredible songs but overall fun vibe and nice tracks. 3.5/4

1999 by Prince
Mar 31 2025

Songs are pretty long but the grooves are great. I liked Let's Pretend We're Married and Lady Cab Driver a lot. The production is brilliant. I think it's not entirely my style and I got a bit bored, but I can really appreciate this record. 4/4.5

Morrison Hotel by The Doors
Jul 17 2025

Found this a bit boring and meandering, but still pleasant background music. Just no stand out hits really. 3

Fisherman's Blues by The Waterboys
Jul 18 2025

Some great hits but some are so long and boring. The traditional covers are interesting but not something I would listen to all the time. Decent 3.

You Want It Darker by Leonard Cohen
Aug 02 2025

Title track is a perfect song. Rest of the album feels a little bit like a re-tread. His voice is wonderful and it overall works but I feel like it could be stronger. 4

A Little Deeper by Ms. Dynamite
Aug 03 2025

I quite like this style of record. It reminds me a lot of Lauryn Hill, but also of other MCs that followed. I enjoyed it but didn't stand out too much. 3/3.5 Highlight: It takes more

In The Wee Small Hours by Frank Sinatra
Aug 04 2025

Beautiful voice and nice songs that all blur together. Captures a specific vibe but not something I will listen to very much. 3.5/4

Murmur by R.E.M.
Aug 05 2025

I find this pretty boring. The beats are so repetitive without memorable hooks. I didn't really enjoy this one sadly. 2.5

Protection by Massive Attack
Aug 06 2025

Not really my genre. I appreciate it's well made but I just don't love listening to this kind of music. 3

Off The Wall by Michael Jackson
Aug 07 2025

Absolutely amazing. Sounds incredible production wise, but michael's voice is just unbelievable. The singles are fantastic and the album tracks are all pretty enjoyable too. Not all of these are hits but it's still a really great album. 5

Beautiful Freak by Eels
Aug 08 2025

I liked the Eels. I enjoy most of these songs and like the vibe it creates. 3.5/4

Isn't Anything by My Bloody Valentine
Aug 10 2025

I like MBV but I found this one a bit underwhelming. Songs all sound very similar and the fuzz can get a bit overwhelming. There aren't really any standouts like there are on Loveless. You Never Should was my favourite. 3

White Ladder by David Gray
Aug 11 2025

So boring and repetitive. Babylon is probably the strongest track but the rest of the record sounds just like it. 2

Beggars Banquet by The Rolling Stones
Aug 12 2025

All kind of sound the same but it's a sound I like. 3.5

Natty Dread by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Aug 13 2025

Faded a bit in the background for me. No woman no cry is definitely the stand out track here. Still enjoyed but probably won't revisit too much. 3/3.5

Blood, Sweat & Tears by Blood, Sweat & Tears
Aug 14 2025

Did not really like this one. Pretty endless and repetitive - although I'm sure it was influential. 2.5

G. Love And Special Sauce by G. Love & Special Sauce
Aug 15 2025

Did not like this at all. Found it super tedious and wanted it to be over. I almost liked Cold beverages, but the real highlight is This Ain't Living, which almost made me forget how much I hated everything else. 1

Like A Prayer by Madonna
Aug 17 2025

I went back and forth on this one, but it has some great moments. Obviously Like a Prayer is a perfect song and Express Yourself is great too. Cherish and Love Song are both fun but I found them too repetitive. Oh Father has a GREAT buildup I was not expecting. I think it's a 3.5 overall.

Court And Spark by Joni Mitchell
Aug 18 2025

I get this a lot more than other Joni albums I've listened to. I need to pay closer attention to the lyrics but I enjoyed it more than I expected. 3.5

Either Or by Elliott Smith
Aug 19 2025

I've lost track of how many times I've heard this one. One of my personal favourites. 5

Bug by Dinosaur Jr.
Aug 20 2025

I don't know anything about this band. Pleasantly surprised by the first track. Some of these songs sound a lot like what I normally listen to, but it does lose me at times. Some of these are quite tedious and don't really work for me, but others I quite liked. Highlight is probably Freak Scene. 3/3.5

Kenza by Khaled
Aug 21 2025

My mom used to have C'est la nuit and Aicha on a CD which she took on every road trip. This sounds like being 6 years old to me. The imagine cover was silly, but some of these I like. They all blend and can be a bit cheesy and repetitive. However, it's good mood music on the post part. El Bab was my favourite. Not good for every mood but I liked it. 2.5/3

Since I Left You by The Avalanches
Aug 22 2025

I liked some of the beats but I overall found this a bit repetitive and boring. Not really for me. I liked frontier psychiatrist best - maybe for the novelty. Learning a bit more about it makes me understand it more but I probably won't revisit it. 2.5

Mixed bag. Some songs on here are good, others I found quite tedious. Of the ones I didn't know, I liked Walk on best. I think this is another 3/3.5.

Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode
Aug 25 2025

Never let me down again is a perfect song, as is Strangelove. I liked The Things You Said. The rest of the album... I find quite boring sadly. 3 for the album, 5 for those two tracks.

Back At The Chicken Shack by Jimmy Smith
Aug 26 2025

Impressive skills but didn't find this too exciting. Faded into the background. 3

Lady In Satin by Billie Holiday
Aug 27 2025

Beautiful beautiful voice. All the songs sound pretty similar and I got a bit tired of it but it's still a pleasant listen. Something quite Bondlike about a few of these. 4

Aug 28 2025

Fades into the background for me, but is smooth enough. It did start to wear on me after a while. Whenever wherever is soooo boring. I think I like it in parts, but some didn't work for me. 2.5/3

Tapestry by Carole King
Aug 29 2025

Crazy that all these songs come from one woman. I already knew this one well and I enjoyed relistening to it. Some of the songs here are cheesier than others and I don't think I'll revisit them in the same way as the hits. I feel bad giving it less than a 5 because of what it represents, and the hits are good enough to bring it there. 4.5

Hunky Dory by David Bowie
Aug 31 2025

I know it well, and it's just as good as I remember. So many all timer songs on here, and the less well known ones are still great. Fills silly to praise this one when I already know I love it. Still a 5.

Traffic by Traffic
Sep 01 2025

Pretty middle of the road, but alright enough. Cool solos and instrumentation, although I didn't love any track in particular. 3

Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette
Sep 02 2025

Reminds me of being 14 and pretending I wasn't absolutely captivated by this. Fun listen and the hits definitely still stand out. The rest wasn't as compelling but I still feel fond of this one. 3.5

Oar by Alexander 'Skip' Spence
Sep 03 2025

Way too long. Some interesting ideas but I'm glad it's over. 2.5

The Next Day by David Bowie
Sep 06 2025

He's still got it. I'd never heard this one, but a lot of these songs stood out straight away. The instrumentation and production sounds great. A really great record that I definitely want to listen to again. I can see some of these becoming favourites. 5

Electric Music For The Mind And Body by Country Joe & The Fish
Sep 07 2025

Don't love this type of psychedelia, but I did like how some of this sounded. Some are too meandering and slow for me, but I liked the general instrumentation and needly solos. 2.5/3

Crime Of The Century by Supertramp
Sep 09 2025

Sad to have this one on the day of Rick Davies' passing. I like these a lot. No stand out hits like on other Supertramp records, but this is just a genre I really enjoy. Cheesy but goes to fun places and puts me in a good mood. 4

Lost Souls by Doves
Sep 10 2025

Really liked this. Very atmospheric with strong build ups. The songs do blur into each other but it's great music for a rainy day like today. Would like to revisit it as a full listen. 4/4.5

Tigermilk by Belle & Sebastian
Sep 11 2025

I wasn't swept away but I liked it. It's a really specific style that doesn't always work for me, but it was still enjoyable. 3.5/4

Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen
Sep 14 2025

I liked it but there's something that didn't sound quite right for me - I'm blaming my speakers. Would like to revisit! 4

Being There by Wilco
Sep 15 2025

Enjoyed this one a lot I like Wilco in general. No songs I would single out but would like to listen again. 4

Odessa by Bee Gees
Sep 17 2025

Found this so tedious. Generic 60s rock and relaly not what I expected. 2.5

Casanova by The Divine Comedy
Sep 18 2025

I heard this album a few years ago and remember liking it, although this time I found it harder to get through. I really like Songs of Love and some of the ideas work for me. However, others are quite grating. I really don't like In & Out. I think this is a 2.5/3

Urban Hymns by The Verve
Sep 20 2025

Bittersweet Symphony is perfect. Space and Time I quite like too. The rest though... really wears me down. The second half of the record I enjoyed more, but it is very repetitive and murky, with songs that go on too long. Sounds very Oasisy, but in a bad way. 2.5

The Slider by T. Rex
Sep 21 2025

I've always liked T Rex while also finding them incredibly repetitive. Every T Rex song is saying a phrase in the same way many times over 3 simplistic chords. I'm so fond of this band but I find this quite grating after a while. I wish they had more stand out songs, as I really do love their sound when it's done right. 3/3.5,

It's Blitz! by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Sep 26 2025

I enjoyed this! Upbeat, good bangers, won't necessarily revisit many of these tracks. 3.5

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