Sep 11 2024
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Led Zeppelin
Led Zeppelin
This was my first listen to a full Led Zeppelin album.
Honestly, I am all for acoustic guitar under a strong voice - one reason I love Babe I'm Gonna Leave You. I do think that the tracks got perhaps a bit dissonant for the lack of a better word especially on the guitar front.
Still a fun listen, would rate it a 3/5.
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Sep 12 2024
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Duck Rock
Malcolm McLaren
2
Sep 13 2024
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The Sensational Alex Harvey Band
2
Sep 17 2024
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The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars
David Bowie
I looved this album! Honestly was so pleasantly surprised to hear so many pop references that have derived from this album. I hear so much of Coldplay's early work in this album. Since I started listening this morning, it has been on repeat while I work.
The vibe of the songs on this album was immaculate; the story telling, the lyrics, and more than anything just the sonic palette. I have never heard a Bowie album from start to finish before and this was an absolute treat!
I agree with Daniel, Starman stood out to me. As I was listening to it and reading the lyrics online, I noticed it was actually used in the Ridley Scott's Martian movie starring Mat Damon - clip. I have watched this movie so many times and never realized how seamless this soundtrack was in context.
My review in one line, "It left me wanting more". I can't wait to hear more from Bowie. Some of these songs will definitely be added to my regular playlist.
I came into the office thinking i'd give it a 4/5 but honestly the songs have been on repeat all morning and its grown on me further.
Unequivocally, 5/5.
5
Sep 18 2024
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Bayou Country
Creedence Clearwater Revival
3
Sep 20 2024
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Live At The Harlem Square Club
Sam Cooke
Came into not really knowing what my expectations should be but not going to lie, this was an incredible experience. I think what really got me was his showmanship! Listening to him perform with his energy, the live music, and his crowd work made this a really incredible experience.
Let's chat a little about the live aspect of this album though. I think I always admire when artists release music that has been performed live. Yes there's a lot of ambience noise but i feel it compliments the overall vibe. Does this make audiophiles super happy? Nope! Does this add a different dimension to the music? Hell yea. I love it when singers specifically own their music and also learn to really perform their music for people and not just sing it as if its a record.
Again, this is one of those albums I would never really do a double take to listen to but boy am I pleasantly surprised.
Highlights for me:
Feel it (Don't Fight it)
Cupid
Having a Party
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