Right off the bat, I love this album from first listen. As a The Kinks album, it’s amazing. As a part of 60’s British Invasion, it’s amazing. As a part of music as a whole and regarding its influence on future artists and records, it’s amazing. Everything about this record, from the silly tunes to the introspective lyrics, is amazing. The last record that made me genuinely feel this much emotion was In the Aeroplane Over the Sea. I started to realize what this album was all about during Yes Sir, No Sir, and it hit hard. Some Mother’s Son then really drove the point forward, offering some truly heartbreaking and poetic lyricism. The rest of the record continued to provide deep, clever words with easily digestible and lovable tunes. I also love almost any concept album, if it’s done right. It’s usually so creative and daring and offers true meaning to the record and what the artist is trying to convey. The Kinks have proven themselves not only remarkable in the landscape of British rock but also capable of doing their own thing and being even more daring and creative than their contemporaries.

Nirvana would never do me like this.

What a closer for the 60’s! With sounds reminiscent of the likes of the Beatles, Rolling Stones, and even some Jimi Hendrix, this album works wonders at taking the best of the decade and adding its own creative touch. The rock elements aren’t too hard on the ear and the folk brings a simple yet elegant feel that permeates through the record. Songs like Woodstock and Our House will have you bobbing your head while Helpless and Country girl give a very introspective touch. Also, it can’t go without mentioning the beautiful harmonies on many of these tracks. No matter the person behind it, each song has terrific harmonies that accompany its tune. There is such a nostalgic feeling here that brings me from classic rock tunes to solemn, acoustic melodies. The title track does not hit super hard for me and the lyrics can be quite sappy or cliche at times, but this is definitely an album I’d return to.

Ok... this is coming from someone who has never sat down to listen to a jazz album ever, knows next to nothing about music theory, and has long considered jazz boring and unlistenable: Jesus Christ that was incredible

The vocals, the instrumentals, the ENERGY!! What isn’t there to say about this album? It’s super enjoyable from start to finish and keeps the energy up the whole time, a feat I wasn’t sure possible. Alas, I must save a 5 for the best of the best, but this was still very enjoyable.

Honestly was gonna give it a 3 cause it didn’t hit too hard for me, but I feel the insane lyricism and influence give it that deserved 4.

The whole album is such a bop, it doesn’t even need words to convey its message. Also, this project gave us one of the best Beatles hits and I am eternally grateful.

This album is consistently amazing. Every track brings the same, rich feeling of the last in a totally new way. Obviously Once in a Lifetime is great, but compared to the rest of the tracks, it’s a wonder how THIS was the one to hit it big. In addition, the mixing of genres and overall feelings is a true marvel. The lyrics are weird yet relatable. The melodies are modern yet classic. This record is a true joy to listen to for any occasion.

I hate to chalk up someone’s sound to being similar to somebody else’s, but I’ve listened to A LOT of the Beatles, and this album constantly reminds me of their greatest moments. Tracks like Picture Book and Sitting by the Riverside would definitely be considered some of the best Beatles songs had they been written by them. It takes sounds from both their earlier and later albums while adding their own, wonderful touch throughout the record. These simpler, more standing out songs were the best on the album in my opinion. Despite all the positives of this album, the title track and a few others drag it down quite a bit. The best tracks are doing quite a bit of heavy lifting to keep this album at a 4, but it is still deserving of such a ranking.

I listened to London Calling a big ago, and it was by no exaggeration the best punk album I’ve listened to and perhaps one of the best rock ones ever. I expected nothing less from their debut and boy did they not disappoint. This record is filled with the same energy, catchiness, and influential lyricism on every track. For a debut, it is absolutely impeccable that they came out swinging with an idea in mind and sort of sound that stuck through all their later albums. However, I must save that 5 for London Calling, truly their best album.

Long songs are very hit or miss. Led Zeppelin and much of Queen does a terrific job at doing the most with their songs. It does not feel like a song is 10 minutes long just to be 10 minutes long. It is filled with key changes and interesting moments to keep you engaged the entire time, demonstrating everything the band wanted to put in there. This album is not that. While I can appreciate the immense talent (The guitar and drums sound really good), it drags on way too long. I could sit through the concert, since there would actually be interesting moments and fun from the crowd, but this just feels so soulless. Really, do we need a nearly 10 minute drum solo? Is that absolutely necessary? It is repetitive and boring, and I feel that gives it a definitive 2. It's not terrible, and as I've said, the band is clearly talented and amazing at their craft, but this feels like something for just them and their biggest fans. I want my hour and a half back.

This album is amazing. It keeps it somber and heartfelt while also managing to venture into many different genres. While Sinead O’Connor is praised for her rendition of Nothing Compares 2 U, it pales in comparison to the beautiful melodies of Feel So Different, the power of I Am Stretched On Your Grave, or the lyrical wonders of Three Babies, just to give some examples. This album is beautiful and daring from start to finish, but I fear three isn’t much replay ability in some of the longer, slower songs. Definitely worth at least one listen.

While Jazz is not my cup of tea, I feel it must get a good ranking just for the technical and musical ability being showcased. Not only that, but with Duke Ellington behind the album, it’s gotta be amazing. Still, the album is long (and live) and I probably wouldn’t listen to this whole thing again.

Easy 5. I am yet to find a Folk Rock album I don’t like. The combination of complex solos and a classic, strong sound with the tenderness and beautiful melodies of folk give this album a well earned appraisal. This record is wonderfully placed in that you get the somber songs that make you genuinely feel things, but not without getting too monotonous, making sure to throw in some louder, energized tracks. Yes, Neil Young’s voice can be a bit corny at times, but the words are strong and clear. This album is a classic and a great part of Neil Young’s already terrific discography.

Right off the bat, I love this album from first listen. As a The Kinks album, it’s amazing. As a part of 60’s British Invasion, it’s amazing. As a part of music as a whole and regarding its influence on future artists and records, it’s amazing. Everything about this record, from the silly tunes to the introspective lyrics, is amazing. The last record that made me genuinely feel this much emotion was In the Aeroplane Over the Sea. I started to realize what this album was all about during Yes Sir, No Sir, and it hit hard. Some Mother’s Son then really drove the point forward, offering some truly heartbreaking and poetic lyricism. The rest of the record continued to provide deep, clever words with easily digestible and lovable tunes. I also love almost any concept album, if it’s done right. It’s usually so creative and daring and offers true meaning to the record and what the artist is trying to convey. The Kinks have proven themselves not only remarkable in the landscape of British rock but also capable of doing their own thing and being even more daring and creative than their contemporaries.

I’m starting to realize I really don’t like long, drawn out albums. You’ll be listening to a song and feel like it’s starting to end but NOPE, there’s still 7 minutes ha ha you dummy. Not to say there can’t be good, long albums. There are some amazing records over an hour long that deserve a 5, but not this one. Not at all. These songs are pointlessly long with nothing but repetitive, boring, sleepy melodies. I like the voice and that’s about it. Even that gets monotonous about halfway though the album. But the bare bone instrumentals, the sappy lyrics, and lack of anything truly intriguing give this record an easy 2. It was not enjoyable to say the least.

This album is FUNKY. From its first moments, it sets the stage for the awesome beats you'll be expecting to hear. That Lady is obviously a huge hit, but songs like Summer Breeze and their rendition of Listen to the Music get me feeling amazing. It's a record you can't help but move to, and it never gets boring. The record has also had wide influence, not only on future artists, but also the Isley Brothers' own career. The mix of funk, disco, and even rock make this project very special and memorable. It's already one of my favorite R&B records, and I will continue to listen to it.

I feel I must at least give it a 2 for popularizing the genre of progressive house and it’s influence on electronic blah blah blah whatever… This was a boring hour and I completely zoned out several times. Wish I could have zoned out the whole time but oh well.

I’ll admit, I knew next to nothing about Marilyn Manson before listening to this record. I read a bit about Brian while it played and I don’t really know what to make of his character. I heard that he’s been accused of some terrible things, but I don’t know how much of it is confirmed. Either way, I feel a lot of people are judging this album purely based off the accusations against him that may not be true. But on the other hand if the allegations are true then it’s hard to separate the art from the artist here. Especially when the lyrics are so provocative and the accusations are very disgusting. Ignoring the many, many allegations for a second, the record is fine. I like the Nine Inch Nails obvious influence, and the hour long project certainly isn’t boring. However, the vocals and lyrics are a bit much at times. It’s very edgy and without the same tenderness bands like Nine Inch Nails or Nirvana could have. Obviously Brian has had many controversies, but I still feel that this record is a tad over-hated and I actually was fine with it more than I thought I’d be.

Not Bowie’s best IMO. I enjoyed some songs like Fame and Fascination, and the concept seems fairly well thought out, but overall I feel this doesn’t really work as an album. As individual songs, they’re great. I’d listen to them anytime. But it seems to be too much of the same to be a whole 40 minute record. In addition, just a personal gripe of mine, but Across the Universe pales in comparison to the Beatles original and doesn’t really do the song or the band justice. All in all, I don’t have many problems with this record or each of its songs, but it just doesn’t have the same energy or gravitas as other Bowie projects, so for that it’s a 3.

I don’t care if “this has been done a million times before” or “they’re just copying other artists”, I love this type of music to death. Artists like Cage the Elephant, Arcade Fire, Spoon, that’s my JAM! TV On The Radio, as a part of this sub genre, also did not disappoint. The instrumentals are great, the singing is great, and I just love the vibe. The first half of this record was interesting but the second half with Family Tree, Red Dress, Love Dog, oh my god it’s incredible. This genre does have its downsides as mentioned before, where most of it has been done already, but as long as the artist does it well and pushes the limits as best as they can, I don’t really care. Strong 4.5.

This album is worse than boring. This album is a piece of garbage that throws grenades down your ear while masquerading as an art exhibit. To start, the vocals are straight up not good at all. The voice is annoying, tacky, and frankly gets on my nerves. In addition, the instrumentals are far too loud and chaotic, and not in a good way. There were points in the record where I genuinely found myself wincing and having to pause the song to keep my ears from bleeding. I imagine looking at the audio file for most of these songs would just be like looking at a wall. Oh, but maybe the lyrics make up for the beyond terrible vocals and instrumentals, right? Almost, if you’ve never listened to words before. They might appear to be deep and full of wisdom and whatnot, but half of the lines do not seem to form a coherent theme and the other half are the most basic, overused lines in the history of music. Basically, this album can be summed up as everything people say is bad about Imagine Dragons but scaled up to 11. I will say, I do seem to notice some resemblance to the Foo Fighters. That is, if all the instrumentals were being destroyed in a Nirvana set and Dave Grohl actually did drugs. Speaking of Nirvana, some of the songs that aren’t absolutely garbage just sound like they’re pulled straight from a Nirvana record. The riffs, the instrumentals, everything. So basically, when they’re not making the worst “music” you’ve ever listened to, they’re copying Nirvana. Absolutely terrible execution on what seemed initially to me like an interesting album concept.

While it may not have aged super gracefully, this record still seems to have a lot going for it. The voice is obviously incredible, and so are the instrumentals and harmonies. This is everything I want from an R&B record and it does it very well. Not to mention Solomon Burkes amazing influence on the world of soul. It’s insane how he isn’t talked about as much as the other greats.

I don’t know if it’s just bias (I love 60’s British rock), but I really liked this record. Obviously I’d listened to Sympathy For the Devil a million times before, but every other track hits just as well for me. The genre mixing with the actually deep lyrics for the time give each track a sense of originality and deserving of placement on this album. I also enjoy how consistent The Rolling Stones have been, at least within this decade. If you enjoy one of their 60’s hits, chances are you’ll enjoy them all. There is the caveat, however, that they haven’t been very daring with their music, at least not as much as the Beatles were in the second half of their discography. That being said, this record still holds up pretty well and has many enjoyable tunes, whether I’m biased for them or not.

It was fine. It made choices. There was music. It was sometimes interesting. 3/5, 🤷‍♂️

What a very interesting record. It’s crude, thought provoking, and wonderfully produced. It’s no wonder they had the same producer behind Nirvana and Pixies. In fact, this whole record seems like a lead up to the grunge revival and Nirvanas debut. I listen to Nirvanas records ritually, so that only shines positively on the album. Still, I like how Nirvana and other grunge bands polished up the sound more, as points in this album could do with a bit more time mixing, but that’s probably the point so what do I know. This album also seems like it’s taking ideas from early Led Zepplin albums and dialing them up ten fold. It’s very abrasive, yet it catches your attention. Pretty good collection of songs.

Yes!!! Not only do I get a hip hop album, I get one of the best classic hip hop albums of all time??? Sign me up! Seriously though, this album is great, and so is the Wu-Tang Clan. The blend of cultures and abilities seen in their records is nothing but admirable. Every member has something unique and powerful to offer, yet under the same amazing production as everyone else. The Clans ability to make songs so adventurous and lyrically deep while also pushing these songs, and the genre, into the mainstream, is amazing and a great example of their huge influence on all of modern hip hop. The Wu-Tang Clan has always been known for doing their own thing and reaching out to millions instantly, and this record is the greatest example of that. Despite all the subtle references and raw production, the songs on this album are still all classics and still brought many people into the world of rap. Wu-Tang Clan has rightfully earned their place among the greats like Dre and Pac.

I wish this was English so I could understand what they’re saying but wow, why is this better than most British and American albums I’ve listened to? And why haven’t I heard more of these soundtracks?? This was so much better than the stereotypical Indian music I expected to hear.

This album is the epitome of classic rock. Major blues influence combined with meandering guitar solos, over an hour of runtime, songs purely about love, no conceptual theme between said songs, and a lead singer who turns out to be a complete piece of garbage. Not to say classic rock is bad, per say. I’ve probably listened to hundreds of these type of songs, per my dad’s constant playing of them on the radio/song recommendations from his youth. I’ve come to really enjoy most of it. But when you listen to so much of the same sounding song, it becomes a bit over saturated of a genre, and songs don’t hit the same anymore. Still, this album has its highs. Obviously Layla is a masterpiece and there are other songs here that match the vibe, but the album title does really fit the album: it’s Layla and some other love songs you’ll never hear again. All in all, it’s an alright album.

I’ve only gotten into rap fairly recently, and I think it’s so fascinating to see its origins and evolution. Going from a world dominated by rock into a surgence of rap in the 80’s and the widespread experimenting with the genre in the 90’s is something I find very interesting. That being said, Run-D.M.C. is one of these bands that really popularized and made the genre, bringing it to so many around the world and showing what could be done with some sampling, mixing, and vocals. This record in particular really shows the talent in the band to maintain a steady feel throughout the record while also keeping things fresh. The first few songs are obviously amazing, but this remains pretty consistent through the record, without meandering on too long. I’m not sure some of the songs aged too well (I’m looking at you “Dumb Girl”) but culturally and influentially speaking, this record has yet to age at all. Great listen, 4/5.

I feel that I can’t give this album anything other than a five. Not only does it hold a special place in my heart as a foundation of the modern indie-rock genre, but it also holds together so amazingly well. The beautiful, layered instrumentals the band was built on are so pervasive throughout these tracks. They carry you carefully through the story being sewn while giving you a chance to admire the scenery. It’s amazing how Arcade Fire managed to craft such a rich atmosphere and populate it with so many differing tunes that all come together to form the ecosystem that is this record. Every track feels brand new and pleasant, yet part of a larger narrative. It also can’t go without mentioning the profound lyricism in many of these tracks. I don’t often pay attention to lyrics but when there’s something that catches my ear, it means a lot, and this record caught my ear many times. Arcade Fire really came out swinging with a distinct yet nostalgic sound that made the start of a terrific discography.

Let me get this out of the way, it’s not THAT bad. I like the classic rock sounds that remind me of the likes of Styx and other great 80’s rock bands. However, this album feels like it’s trying too hard to replicate that 80’s rock band fame. The vocals, as many have pointed out, are pretty abysmal, sounding close to an REM ripoff but bad. Also, the production and mixing on this record is… wow. How did this get through to the final product? The lyrics are obviously as cheesy as 80’s gets. This album feels like it’s taking everything from the 80’s, but mostly the bad stuff.

A quintessential metal album. Just focusing on the band for a second, it’s amazing their huge influence on the creation of heavy metal and the fact that they still are so popular within it, adapting to the world of music around them and remaining both a classic band and one for all modern listeners to enjoy. Every member is insanely talented and helped build the genre we know today. Now it’s time for some specifics on this record: it’s easily one of the most recognizable albums in the world of not only metal, but music as a whole. It may not be their debut or magnum opus, but it sure opened the door for many rock listeners to venture into the harsher sound of heavy metal. In addition, Metallica doesn’t just play loud sounds and repeat edgy lyrics. They have method to their madness. Every song sounds like a cohesive piece and more than noises; there’s a story being told. The lyrics can actually be incredibly sentimental and powerfully poignant in a way you wouldn’t expect from such a band. They are everything a metal band should be and remain a constant example for aspiring metal bands even today.

What do you get when you cross Eazy-E, Dr Dre, and Ice cube? Some fire bars and lines that absolutely did not age well 😎 Really though, it’s unbelievable how influential this record has been on modern rap, but it’s not perfect. It’s long and there are a lot of weird bars… Anyways, solid 4/5.

Aerosmith is easily one of the most overrated bands out there. Sure they had Dream On but other than that their records are some bland, basic classic rock songs lazily thrown together. They’re also incredibly weird. This album feels like the band creating some weird fantasy where all women love them, all women want to have sex with them, and their music is actually worth listening to. Anyways, it’s not bad. Definitely not essential, but not bad.

Very enjoyable listen. Listened while working on school stuff and it does wonders.

It’s really just not all that. Everything they do reminds me of other 60’s bands that just did it better. They’re not as boundary pushing as the Beatles, not as technically masterful as Jimi Hendrix, not as fun as the Kinks. They’re just… part of the decade. Not daring enough to be considered influential or even long lasting. I will say, the second half of the record seems to take it up a notch, but still not creatively enough for me to give this anything other than a 3. It’s also not helpful that most songs here blend together and sound mostly the same with the exception of maybe Space Odyssey and the instrumental tracks. Really did not care much for this album. Not bad but not great.

I love the cool, slow, acoustic feel this album brings. Each song is soothing yet unique and refreshing. This is how you do acoustic rock right.

I really love Arcade Fire. I have such a soft spot for their genre and style. The powerful, overlapping instrumentals with incredible vocal work and amazing lyrics is something to be admired. But for some reason this album didn’t hit as hard as their debut, Funeral. Maybe it’s the length. Maybe it’s the lack of anything really new. It just doesn’t really work as an album. I love a bunch of the songs on here and cherish them deeply, but it just does not fulfill the same album astonishment as other projects have, and for that it gets a 4.

It was a very mid Nirvana rip off. Only made me wanna listen to actual Nirvana and good alternative rock.

What can I say that hasn’t been said about this album? I guess to start, this is by no means the best Pink Floyd album. Wish You Were Here is probably better, Animals is better, and don’t even get me started on The Wall. However, I can’t imagine in any world this record in particular getting less than a 5. It is competing with also amazing albums by the same band after all. And of course, it’s so beautiful and instrumentally and lyrically filled to the brim. I mean sure, Roger Waters is a piece of garbage and he made a new rendition of this album that I refuse to believe exists, but you gotta admit this album is a damn masterpiece. From maybe the most iconic album cover ever to the insane influence of the album both in the band and its cultural impact, The Dark Side Of The Moon is just as close to perfect as it gets. I’m sorry I don’t have any controversial opinion on I this record, but cmon, is any hateful opinion of this album even worth listening to?

Obviously it’s great. It’s Jazz.

I’ve never listened to earlier country before but wow, that was pretty good. I really don’t get the hate, even if it isn’t super original. The instrumentals are great and the vocals are obviously amazing. Sounds like Frank Sinatra, as many have already mentioned. Anyways, maybe I should listen to more old country.

I hate the French.

The thing about Bowie is that every album is a different experience. He reached a point where he could just do whatever he wants and thank god for his creativity. He’s released countless albums that just continue to push the envelope that is David Bowie. Station To Station is no different. It’s certainly no Ziggy Stardust but boy does this one bang. It ventures so many different ways with haunting, metallic melodies and poppy, folky songs. Favorite tracks? Couldn’t begin to choose. 70s Bowie is something else I swear.

One of the greatest punk albums of all time you say? Heh, well we’ll see about tha- oh yeah this is good. Oh my god this is great. This album drags you right into the center of the storm and does not let you go for a second. It is truly quintessential Green Day. Too bad they haven’t released anything since 2016…

As a whole it is pretty slow and uninteresting. Electronics never been my thing anyways. At least throw in a guitar solo or sick wordplay to spice it up a little 😒 Really though, it’s fine but kinda boring at some points with not great structure. Karmacomas kinda fire though.

Hear me out, Talking Heads is kinda like the Kinks of 70’s and 80’s alternative rock. They’re weird. They’re not what you expect. Yet somehow, it works. It works so well that they manage to immediately jump into the mainstream and create a record so enthusiastic and easily listenable. All this to say, I enjoyed this record. I mean, I wasn’t expecting not to. It’s Talking Heads after all and Psycho Killer is on this record. But the bands consistency is something to be admired. They know what they want to do and achieve it with excellence. Anyways, good album.

That voice does sound pretty special. How dare they tell me to enjoy myself right before showing me the most obnoxious near hour of my life. Maybe if we tell them to like it they'll like it? "It's all a load of bullocks," Yeah I'd be inclined to agree. Who let the most stereotypical British chaps into a kindergarten music room anyways? They sound like they're trying to mock a British accent yet be even more disappointing. The tunes are fairy-tale like, but not the fun ones. Not the ones with cute dogs and rainbows. The ones where the child gets horrifically eaten because they didn't eat their vegetables but with the veneer of troubled kid's play music. A fate better than listening to this album. You do have to get give them props for being so daring to stray away from what makes music good though. It's a solid 1/5 and if I could give it lower I would. Giving themselves a 2 in the corner is pretty generous I think. Less Specials please.

It’s definitely metal.

I mean, the voice is nice. But you’d be kidding yourself if you think this should’ve gotten bigger. While it’s better than any Tim Buckley sad times and miserable tunes, it still falls short of being exciting: being new, interesting, or even just enjoyable. It’s for the background and should probably remain that way.

I am a changed man. I used to agree with all of you. Eminem sucks, he’s too edgy, whatever. I used to hate Eminem’s popularity, until I actually listened to his music and… it’s not bad. In fact, he’s got some really good albums. Sure it’s ’misogynistic’ or ‘super edgy’ but I think that’s the point. This record tells a story. A story about a bad person. In fact, Marshall mentions many times that what he’s doing is wrong, ie. Guilty Conscience or Role Model. He knows he’s not someone to be looked up to and the record reflects that. The album cover literally has someone dead in the trunk of his car. You think he actually believes in murder? I don’t know man, until he actually commits some heinous acts I’m gonna chalk it up to a story being told. Isn’t that what good concept albums are for anyways? Whew, now time for the actual music. It’s pretty enjoyable. Eminem’s got the word play, the beats, flows, features etc. that prove his rise to fame was deserved. Many of these songs got the mainstream fun and catchiness to them while also committing to the edginess and sense of fear that drove Eminem’s career miles. As I said earlier, I love the story and the use of sounds to tell said story. It all makes for a great experience, albeit with a touch of lines that have not aged well. Overall, strong 4/5.

Actually so much better than I expected. There are so many blues albums out there and I thought there was no way this would be any different, and while it does hit the same beats, it is still wonderful. It’s boppy and energizing and oh my god!!! I do prefer my albums to have a little more depth, however, and you don’t often get that from an album like this. Anyways, it’s still really good so 4/5.

When did country get so bad??

Some good ol- soul. Can't really go wrong. Still, its not really an album to listen to on its own. Its got its moments, but its more of a background piece. Might listen again if I got a lot of work to do.

I don’t know it’s just kinda mid. I’ve heard very mixed reviews on Iggy Pop and I look forward to hearing more from him, but this just wasn’t good. It doesn’t really nail the genre as well as others have, as well as the mixing being… something for sure. Realistically, I don’t know much about music reviewing but this just did not settle right with me for whatever reason.

It wasn’t bad, but a lot of the songs sounded very similar and uninteresting. Probably won’t listen again.

Come on, it’s a classic. And one of the best 80’s alt rock albums out there. Can’t go wrong.

Dude I love Supertramp. They’re so creatively different. Ok, maybe they’re not the first to do what they do, but still, they do it SO WELL. When I found out a long time ago that Breakfast In America and Logical Song were by the same band I was dumbfounded. How could a band make two of my favorite songs? Preposterous! Anyways, since then I’ve really dived in to their discography, and every bit of it is incredible. Not as incredible as Breakfast In America but still. It’s all good. Ok enough swooning. This album is just as great. It’s filled with tunes that’ll make you jump and lyrics that’ll make you laugh and cry. Well I may be exaggerating there. But School, Bloody Well Right, Asylum, Dreamer, ugh! Every song on this record is incredible I can’t gush anymore. Review over.

Meh

How is this so highly rated?? It was genuinely so bad. The rhymes are terrible like “Pete went to get some meat in the heat” IT SOUNDS LIKE A KINDERGARTNER. Phew I need to blow off some steam. But it’s also sooo long and boring. Oh my god this really sucks I’m sorry.

I’ve kinda grown a bit tired of 80’s pop-rock records but this one really spices things up. The instrumentals are amazing but not overwhelming, and it truly brings back a classy, blues feel while managing to stay relevant and even cruise forwards. This was genuinely really good.

It was fine. Probably the most enjoyable electronic record I’ve heard. But still, there’s not much substance. There’s nothing to toe it all together and to form a cohesive album. It just doesn’t feel complete, and I have to deduct quite a bit for that. It also dragged on a while, which wouldn’t normally be too bad, but the songs just aren’t worthy of being so long when the styles are all so similar. I still can appreciate the mixing up however on some of these songs. Going from Breathe to Diesel Power was an experience for sure. Anyways, good electronic album, but still not good album as a whole.

For an album comprised of nothing but sound and no words, it sure does hold a lot. It is truly instrumentally dense and full of key moments. There were energizing moments, soothing moments, and wtf is happening moments. No part of it was boring. I don’t tend to listen to albums like these but I am glad I listened to this one.

This is a perfect rock album. It’s rock at its best. Electrifying guitar, iconic drum beats, perfect mixing of instruments. It just all comes together SO well. There’s songs that bring a nostalgic, 70’s rock feel with groovy tunes, and songs with some truly instrumentally dense, more funky and morose music. I don't understand how this isn’t considered one of Bowies best. Obviously it’s no Ziggy Stardust, but cmon you can’t compare anything to that masterpiece. I love this record and… I’ll say it. This is right up there with any of Hendrix’s albums. It’s that good.

A really well done mix of country and rock. There are some super groovy tracks here and just good feeling all around. Good job Moby Grape! 👍

Bro it’s just Bob Dylan. How can I not like it?

Come on man. Giving this anything other than a 5 would be insane. Still not sure if it’s better than electric ladyland (they’re both amazing), but nonetheless it is a GREAT album. Where else can you get such terrific songwriting, guitar playing, and lyrics from one person at such a time? George Harrison, although great himself, could never be on the same level, both guitar-wise and (arguably) lyrically as Hendrix. Eric Clapton did have the guitar prowess but not the same emotional capability of Hendrix. Jimi Hendrix was a huge inspiration to so many and a well respected artist, but still took the time to give a story in every album. Every song. It was personal, and it was inspirational. He took the medium in places few saw possible and ways aspired to be replicated for decades. He was open about drug problems and personal issues up until his death, may he rest in peace. This record specifically is classified as one of the best of all time for a reason. Not a single miss here, though The Wind Cries Mary and Highway Chile are personal favorites. And this album was such a splash in the rock landscape at the time, though psychedelic rock wasn’t unheard of. The likes of the Beatles and Pink Floyd had already played around with it before Hendrix debuted. But there’s a difference: Hendrix kept it alive and fresh. He wasn’t doing it for the sake of something cool, he wanted to challenge the norms of classic rock and make defining statements in music history to be written. The psychedelic rock genre today would be nowhere without Hendrix’s willingness to shape culture in an expertly done way. And that’s what it all comes back to. Sure he changed rock. Sure he checked the artists around him. Sure he made award winning albums. But what it all comes down to is how he did it. Not boastfully, but with the technical mastery and patient skill of a band front runner musicians across all genres and decades would only expect from hundreds of years of experience. So in that sense I guess, Hendrix answered his own question. Are You Experienced? Hell yeah, more experienced than a life time could give.

I mean, I have a soft spot for this type of alternative rock. Still, it’s very cliche without much substance.

Nirvana would never do me like this.

The best mix of Elton John, the Beatles, and the Smiths I’ve ever heard. Truly, how T. Rex manages to create pop hits reminiscent of Elton John using psychedelia and bizarre instrumentation is beyond me. I mean, this thing is pretty weird. “Telegram Sam”, “Rabbit Fighter”, “Ballrooms of Mars”, etc. Yeah this is definitely 70’s. But it’s just all so exciting and fun to listen to! Forgive me for a second, I listened to a hard rock album right before this and really needed something like this. Anyways, it’s just so full of good vibes and genuine creativity. It’s really good. But weird.

It seems everything I enjoyed about this album tends to be the reasons people don’t like it. Which I can understand partly. I do really like the influence of Radiohead, Queen, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and many other alternative rock bands so obviously seen on this record. For some reason that’s a bad thing? I get that it’s not super original, but you have to give it credit for the grandiose, electrifying sound this record brought. Maybe at the time the genre was a bit over saturated and people were tired of listening to “what if Radiohead did grunge?” but I think it still holds up. Today, in this moment, this record remains a staple of the genre and has persisted to be a must-listen to album. In that respect, and because of the strong alternative rock feel I’ve been missing, this album gets a 4. The “critics” can go listen to some indie band that “I swear is actually original.”

I’m shocked I’ve never heard of this before. I thought I ventured into every crevice within the 80’s rock genre there was to explore, but this record is about as 80’s as it gets. Which has its good and bad of course. I like the solos and prowess, as well as the introspective lyrics I wouldn’t expect from the time. However, it is still just your pretty unoriginal blob of guitar and drums packaged into a collection of hits sent off to the audience of adults who miss “the good stuff” or the kids who also for some reason miss “the good stuff”. That is to say, it’s fine.

Oh my go oh my god oh my god oh my god. Prince is AMAZING!! His use of R&B and rock and pop and electronic to make the most emotional, powerful pieces of brilliance ever is nothing but admirable. He clearly has so much mastery over the medium and uses it in the best way possible. 1999, Sign O' the Times, PURPLE RAIN!! You have to admit his insane influence on music as a whole. He just brings so much to the table. Anyways, let's talk about this record specifically. Every record is iconic. Let's Go Crazy is such an energetic and representative start to the album, When Doves Cry is obviously a staple of a generation, of course the ending, Purple Rain, is an 8 minute masterpiece of composition and poetry, and every song in between is an easily recognizable tune sure to raise some ears and childhoods. But these aren't just singles. They are songs rooted in a time, filled with personal challenges and questions and stories. The trauma represented in When Doves Cry may easily be misunderstood combined with the irresistible melodies. The psychedelic erotic fever of Darling Nikki (my favorite) is such an underrated part of this album that brings up a perhaps taboo part of Prince's life. Purple Rain explains the journey of both Prince and the whole album: one of discovery and dealing with personhood. All that is to say, Prince is a genius in crafting spectacular stories in the most unorthodox way of the time: that is, hard truths with easy tunes. It's no wonder both fans and critics have adored this album for so long, maybe for different reasons, but nonetheless admiration of the detailed writing involved.

It’s just so boppy!

You know what?? Screw all of you guys this was great! It was a very well written concept with album with beautiful melodies and lovable tunes! I’m sorry it wasn’t disco or anything, give the band a break!

I appreciated the tone down beauty of this album. I’ve never listened to Grateful Dead before and this is certainly not what I expected. Anyways, not much to say. It has some good singles and the whole album is fairly consistent. Pretty good.

What to say that hasn’t already been said…? Nothing. It’s a perfect album. Now is it the best Led Zeppelin album? Maybe, I’m not sure. But still, this album is about as good as it gets. Starting off with Black Dog, wowwwwww! Who hasn’t heard the amazing vocal performance and riff on this track before?? And the solo????? It’s such an energetic piece to start off the roller coaster that is this record. 10/10 Of course next you have Rock and Roll. Again, superbly popular riff with spectacular drumming as well. Everything is just so coordinated and comes together so well. 10/10 The Battle of Evermore? This is where things slow down a bit, showcasing the path Robert Plant aimed to take for this album. You got your classic heavy rock mixed with some folkish, beautiful strumming and mystical singing. A real underrated piece of Led Zeppelin history. 10/10 Stairway to Heaven. Of course, many have probably heard it a bit too much (especially Led Zeppelin themselves), but that doesn’t make it any less amazing. The riff, the soft vocals, the amazing lyrical prowess, all leading to one of the best payoffs in music history. 10/10 Misty Mountain Hop, honestly this might be my favorite on the album. I don’t know why, it’s just so entrancing. The simple rhythm and the strangely mixed instrumentals bring about so many mixed feelings, I just can’t explain other than it sounds great. 10/10 Four Sticks, aptly named after the drummers tendency to play with 4 sticks. And the drumming is obviously amazing. And Plant’s singing?? This has got to be up there with one of his greatest performances. And of course Jimmy Page is doing great but you already knew that. 10/10 Going to California, another beautiful track. Really, you’d never expect this from Led Zeppelin of all bands. It’s just so beautiful I can listen to it for hours. It’s wholesome and nostalgic and every good feeling you can have all at once. 10/10 When the Levee Breaks, what a closer!! Everyone’s abilities are on full show. The band ends their phenomenal record with a conclusion that gives the best of everything rock. 10/10 I know none of my thoughts are particularly original, so I’ll keep this review up as a diary to myself: you need to keep listening to this record. Trust me, it’s pretty good.

This is NOT the R&B I was expecting…

It’s just some guy noodling on the guitar for an hour. And it’s not very good.

Now here's some blues!

One of my favorite blind R&B musicians, next to Stevie Wonder of course. God Ray Charles really is a genius. Thanks for writing my states theme song!

Wow. I’ve never listened to PJ Harvey before and really didn’t know what to expect. Given that it’s fairly recent my expectations weren’t very high. But wow. It was quite enjoyable. Major Pixies vibes. And that’s obviously a good thing. 4/5

You know what, it really wasn’t as bad as people are saying it is. I don’t know if it’s because of some complex music listeners have where anything released after 2000 is terrible, but this really wasn’t bad. Gives off vibes of Taylor Swifts Evermore and Folklore, her best albums, obviously. It’s slow and calm, and yet moving. Still, it’s not that great. Perhaps, it may be a little too slow. I don’t know it’s not really my style. But still, it’s… not bad. Whatever.

It’s not really my stuff. This is my first time listening to a full Pearl Jam record and it’s close to what I expected. That being said, it’s still pretty damn good. I might not listen to it again but I can see the appeal.

Guess who just found a new favorite album!

It’s Aerosmith. Painfully average. Better than Pump though. Pretty low bar I know.