1001 Albums Summary

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82
Albums Rated
3.46
Average Rating
8%
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11
5-Star Albums
2
1-Star Albums

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You Love More Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Since I Left You
The Avalanches
5 3.28 +1.72
Five Leaves Left
Nick Drake
5 3.46 +1.54
The Score
Fugees
5 3.69 +1.31
The Grand Tour
George Jones
4 2.79 +1.21
Scott 4
Scott Walker
4 2.8 +1.2
Bad
Michael Jackson
5 3.81 +1.19
All Things Must Pass
George Harrison
5 3.81 +1.19
Time Out
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
5 3.82 +1.18
Leftism
Leftfield
4 2.89 +1.11
I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You
Aretha Franklin
5 3.93 +1.07

You Love Less Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Yeezus
Kanye West
1 2.74 -1.74
Remain In Light
Talking Heads
2 3.68 -1.68
Licensed To Ill
Beastie Boys
2 3.53 -1.53
Violent Femmes
Violent Femmes
2 3.49 -1.49
Get Behind Me Satan
The White Stripes
2 3.38 -1.38
Dub Housing
Pere Ubu
1 2.36 -1.36
Celebrity Skin
Hole
2 3.31 -1.31
Low-Life
New Order
2 3.29 -1.29
Scissor Sisters
Scissor Sisters
2 3.23 -1.23
New York Dolls
New York Dolls
2 3.12 -1.12

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Michael Jackson 2 5

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Low-Life by New Order

Expected Blue Monday, got Black Friday

1-Star Albums (2)

All Ratings (82)

Licensed To Ill by Beastie Boys
Jun 04 2024

I don’t know. I like their song in SSX tricky, but I had a really hard time listening to this album. Skipped most of it.

Cloud Nine by The Temptations
Jun 06 2024

After a great, funk-like start I found it a bit stale in the middle. Where’s my momma part is a lol. Overall great vibe for a chill sunday afternoon, glad I listened to it.

Jun 07 2024

Amazing atmosphere and great, uninterrupted instrumentals makes this a 5/5 for me.

Jun 10 2024

Kim and Stan on the same album holy cow. Honestly, brutal lyrics and the vibe of the 2000's. But mostly brutal lyrics. Made me anxious throughout, interesting experience.

Natty Dread by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Jun 11 2024

Wasn’t particularly bad. Classic Marley. I enjoyed it, but I did not find much really memorable parts. I’d listen to this anytime though.

Trio by Dolly Parton
Jun 12 2024

I enjoyed this. I love “Coat of many colore” from way back, so it was nice to revisit Dolly Parton again. The best parts are when the three of them are singing three melodies at the same time. So pretty much the whole album.

Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin
Jun 13 2024

I hate the fact that I listened to more Greta Van Fleet songs than actually listening through a Led Zeppelin album.

Truth by Jeff Beck
Jun 14 2024

Really diverse album when it comes to genres. God-tier guitar parts, especially on the bluesy songs. Favorite one is 'I've been drinking'.

Since I Left You by The Avalanches
Jun 17 2024

Some of the songs on this album should be added to the playlists of fast fashion stores, difficult-to-understand contemporary art exhibitions, culturally savvy hipster cafés and the game Beach Volleyball Summer Fest for the PS2. 5/5.

Violent Femmes by Violent Femmes
Jun 18 2024

I read the global comments on this album, and made a TLDR as some of them are really on point: Acoustic punk, Mick Jagger impersonation, sometimes Mick Jagger impersonating Bob Dylan, for some reason not made in the ‘90s. I did not like it.

Entertainment by Gang Of Four
Jun 19 2024

Very raw, very punchy. If it weren’t for the anti-establishment lyrics, I’d given a 2. Closer to a 2.5.

Leftism by Leftfield
Jun 20 2024

Progressive house with subtle hints of Faith No More-esque samples. Very vibrant.

Bad by Michael Jackson
Jun 21 2024

It’s difficult to rate something knowing all the allegations and stories towards the artist but damn this is a GOAT album. And when it comes to music, I can’t help myself but massively appreciate Michael Jackson. Pop, funk and songs with well articulated messages (e.g. Man in the Mirror) and bangers like Liberian Girl makes this an S-tier experience. I was looking forward to this.

Urban Hymns by The Verve
Jun 24 2024

Other songs are also decent on this album

The Score by Fugees
Jun 25 2024

Recuerdos de Alhambra as a beat is STRAIGHT FIRE

Songs Of Leonard Cohen by Leonard Cohen
Jun 26 2024

Young(er) Cohen rulz. It’s interesting how one world-famous song (not on this album) can overshadow a life-work. I was genuinely surprised, and had the same feeling with Urban Hymns earlier.

Yeezus by Kanye West
Jun 27 2024

This is the music equivalent of a dumb person trying to sound really smart Favourite line: “hurry up with my damn croissants”

Time Out by The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Jun 28 2024

Take five (stars)

Music From Big Pink by The Band
Jul 01 2024

A mild experience, good instrumentals, however no memorable parts for me.

Power In Numbers by Jurassic 5
Jul 02 2024

Solid beats, one of the better hip-hop albums I listened to. DDT freestyle is sick.

Jul 03 2024

The kind of experimental jazz that is too experimental for me. However, hella creative. I was biased towards a 3 instead of a 2 due to the inclusion of classical/flamenco guitars.

My Aim Is True by Elvis Costello
Jul 04 2024

Cool style, but an extremely okay album?

Is This It by The Strokes
Jul 05 2024

To quote Michael Jackson: Yes, "This is it". Some of the songs on this album are long time favorites of mine. An effortlessly cool rock album that was a standout in a remarkable musical era.

Bookends by Simon & Garfunkel
Jul 08 2024

Distinctive mood, atmospheric album. Surprisingly short.

Led Zeppelin IV by Led Zeppelin
Jul 09 2024

There’s a song on this album you shouldn’t play at Guitar Center.

90 by 808 State
Jul 10 2024

I’ve been to a rave party that had the same kinda vibes. This album was more experimental for my taste but the second half of it was wild, in a good way.

I See A Darkness by Bonnie "Prince" Billy
Jul 11 2024

It's a shame this album is removed from Spotify. It's a twisted, dark but ambient composition that reminded me of Nick Cave.

Survivor by Destiny's Child
Jul 12 2024

Definitely an inconsistent album, more lows than highs.

Disraeli Gears by Cream
Jul 15 2024

Surprisingly, lots of bluesy themes next to the psychedelic ones. Great album, with a stale (?) second half.

Parachutes by Coldplay
Jul 16 2024

A surprisingly good debut album, surprisingly from Coldplay.

Jul 17 2024

Raw, chaotic aggression but I didn't get it. Props for being the forerunners of punk though, big TIL.

Exit Planet Dust by The Chemical Brothers
Jul 18 2024

Sounds like the soundtrack of most PS1 game main menus

Deloused in the Comatorium by The Mars Volta
Jul 19 2024

I don't know for sure, but this album definitely takes inspiration from the contemporaries at the time, like Muse and Radiohead. I agree with some of the reviews, that while it is progressive, it is not on the "easy to hate" level of progressive. On the contrary: really unique and creative album, with a wide range of influences from different genres (prog, jazz, classic rock?) and refreshingly done contrasts. It's much easier to appreciate their music when you realize the most played rock bands around the time were Evanescence, Linkin Park and that one song from Papa Roach.

Five Leaves Left by Nick Drake
Jul 22 2024

Pure beauty, Minimal, yet so deep. Listening to this album while reading Nick Drake's Wikipedia page threw me in a weird, hard-to-describe state. It felt dark, somewhat alienating. A delicate way 'being', however maybe this is necessary so that through it one might appreciate life's few charms. I was torn between a 4/5 or 5/5, but I guess I'll go with a 5 for the sake of unexpectedness and guitar melodies with alternate tunings.

Back To Black by Amy Winehouse
Jul 23 2024

I remember listening to this on repeat with my mother on the way to school.

Jul 24 2024

You get 'The Seldom Seen Kid' if you mix Coldplay with loads of Radiohead, then you realize the influence wasn't enough so you pull out your oversized salt shaker with a large enough post-it saying MUSE, start adding it to the mix then the top falls of and now you ruined the taste.

Suzanne Vega by Suzanne Vega
Jul 26 2024

Probably I wasn't in the mood on the day of listening, but I won't remember much about this album. One of the global reviews said that it is a mix of Enya and Bob Dylan and in my opinion it's a fair assessment.

Gorillaz by Gorillaz
Jul 29 2024

The first half is weaker, but the second half is great. Similar to the Chemical Brothers' debut album, this one likely had a unique impact in the early 2000s.

Marquee Moon by Television
Jul 30 2024

I’d love to blast this through the car speakers while driving along the coast. Reminds me of The Strokes. 3.5/5, closer to a 4 than a 3.

Roger the Engineer by The Yardbirds
Jul 31 2024

In 1966 Jimmy Page and Jeff Beck were both members of the band, at the same time, wow.

Seventh Tree by Goldfrapp
Aug 01 2024

I had a great time listening to this electro-ambient-sensual counterpoint-glitterball-glamour.

The Genius Of Ray Charles by Ray Charles
Aug 02 2024

Delightful album. Slow, calm swing. Probably timeless. I should pay more attention to this album and listening to it while not working.

Deep Purple In Rock by Deep Purple
Aug 05 2024

Amazing, consistent guitar and drum work. Emphasis is on massive, uninterrupted instrumental sessions. Personally I remember listening to Child in Time an eternity ago. I didn't remember it was a Deep Purple song, neither did I remember it was on this album. Core memory unlocked. 4.5

Channel Orange by Frank Ocean
Aug 06 2024

I liked more songs than I initially thought I would. Honestly I'd give a 3.5, almost a 4.

69 Love Songs by The Magnetic Fields
Aug 09 2024

At first, it's an extremely fun concept. However I haven't gone any further than the first part of the album. I also agree that Come Back From San Francisco is a highlight.

British Steel by Judas Priest
Aug 12 2024

I quite enjoyed this on my 2nd listen. It has an extremely random composition called Red, White & Blue. 3.5

The Grand Tour by George Jones
Aug 15 2024

This is the kinda album that would perfectly fit every former and upcoming Fallout game. I had a blast.

Scissor Sisters by Scissor Sisters
Aug 16 2024

I did not feel like dancing.:(

Thriller by Michael Jackson
Aug 19 2024

I'm a fan.

Blonde On Blonde by Bob Dylan
Aug 20 2024

In high school, I worked 1 week for two summers on the cornfields. I remember downloading albums like "Top 100 country hits" and a wide selection of Bob Dylan "best ofs". Blonde on Blonde took me back to those times. I loved it.

Parsley, Sage, Rosemary And Thyme by Simon & Garfunkel
Aug 21 2024

It was peak comedy to listen to "A Simple Desultory Philippic" after Bob Dylan's Blonde on Blonde

The Doors by The Doors
Aug 22 2024

One of my friends from university decided to listen to all "staple" or "masterpiece" albums from start to finish, like Biggie's "Life After Death" or "The Doors". The Doors was the first album I listened to from start to finish, before embarking on the 1001 journey and it absolutely deserves a 5/5. I had to listen to it for the second time.

Music in Exile by Songhoy Blues
Aug 23 2024

Great, creative instrumentals. Petit Metier was my favorite.

Black Sabbath by Black Sabbath
Aug 27 2024

I recall a story from an interview where Tommy Iommi told the interviewer that Black Sabbath recorded their albums on first try, in one take. That's incredible, if true. 3.5

Low-Life by New Order
Aug 28 2024

Expected Blue Monday, got Black Friday

Celebrity Skin by Hole
Aug 29 2024

Not particularly bad, but extremely generic for me. Celebrity Skin could be the sole OST for a US high school teen drama set in the '90s where it is obvious that the actors playing the students are well over 30. 2.5

In A Silent Way by Miles Davis
Aug 30 2024

Great trip, but it requires your full attention. I had to listen to it in 3-4 different takes.

Get Behind Me Satan by The White Stripes
Sep 02 2024

A few bangers. Mostly random harmonies / production.

Led Zeppelin II by Led Zeppelin
Sep 04 2024

Every Led Zeppelin album seems to have one of the 100 most played and known guitar riffs of all time. Led Zeppelin II is no exception.

Sep 05 2024

I quite enjoyed this one, overall I was surprised by some thoughtful and creative musical approaches (instruments and harmonies). It's much more than a "typical British album from the 90's" or "yeah that album before Definitely maybe"

Remain In Light by Talking Heads
Sep 06 2024

Art punk. Fully experimental, pinnacle of the 80's. I tried to love it, but something didn't click. Sad.

Station To Station by David Bowie
Sep 10 2024

An instrumental take from Bowie, I liked it a lot.

Scott 4 by Scott Walker
Sep 11 2024

I liked the atmosphere on this album. I could listen to this for ages.

A Short Album About Love by The Divine Comedy
Sep 12 2024

Apart from the first few songs, theatrical, enjoyable album. If I could, I'd give a 3,5/5.

Make Yourself by Incubus
Sep 13 2024

These songs must feel incredible when performed live on guitar.

All Things Must Pass by George Harrison
Sep 17 2024

Undoubtedly one of the best songwriters out there. If I gave a 4 to Stevie Wonder, this has to be a 5.

Dub Housing by Pere Ubu
Sep 18 2024

Extremely weird, disorienting music. I wasn't fond of it.

Young Americans by David Bowie
Sep 20 2024

3.5/5 I enjoyed it, however I find it difficult to distinguish most of Bowie's works.

Eliminator by ZZ Top
Sep 24 2024

Very bluesy, undoubtedly manly and solid album. Great tones and licks.

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