The self-titled album by The Velvet Underground & Nico never fails to impress. It's incredibly influential and widely considered one of the greatest albums ever. Having two singers adds a unique, enjoyable dynamic, and the instrumentals are both satisfying and perfectly crafted. The lyrics are also very well-written, making this album an all-around masterpiece.
Aside from the long runtime, which can be a downside, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below hits some incredible highs, even if there are a few lows. The lyricism is on point, as you’d expect from OutKast, and the R&B elements are especially well done. The album covers some strong, engaging themes, making it an interesting listen overall.
Every track on Thriller is solid, Quincy Jones produced a timeless record with no weak spots. Michael’s vocals are on point throughout, delivering real power and style. The whole album flows effortlessly, never losing energy or focus. From the intense beats to the unforgettable hooks, it’s a masterpiece that still feels fresh and engaging. This is more than an album it’s a defining moment in music, setting a standard for pop with lasting impact.
The Doors by The Doors is an engaging album that’s a pleasure to listen to, with hardly any low points. It maintains a consistently high quality, featuring well-crafted instrumentals, beautiful and fitting vocals, and impressive poetry. The album opens with a powerful intro and closes with a fitting outro, making for a cohesive and fun listening experience throughout.
Licensed to Ill has some standout tracks, though it feels a bit dated overall. The album has its highs but also some low points with less impressive songs. The sampling is excellent throughout, adding a lot to the sound, and the rapping is strong in places, though at times it falls short.
The start of Eliminator was strong, with some truly standout tracks at the beginning. However, as the album progressed, both the lyrics and instrumentals started to feel less engaging and a bit repetitive.
The Doors by The Doors is an engaging album that’s a pleasure to listen to, with hardly any low points. It maintains a consistently high quality, featuring well-crafted instrumentals, beautiful and fitting vocals, and impressive poetry. The album opens with a powerful intro and closes with a fitting outro, making for a cohesive and fun listening experience throughout.
Aside from the long runtime, which can be a downside, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below hits some incredible highs, even if there are a few lows. The lyricism is on point, as you’d expect from OutKast, and the R&B elements are especially well done. The album covers some strong, engaging themes, making it an interesting listen overall.
Licensed to Ill has some standout tracks, though it feels a bit dated overall. The album has its highs but also some low points with less impressive songs. The sampling is excellent throughout, adding a lot to the sound, and the rapping is strong in places, though at times it falls short.
Parallel Lines by Blondie is an overall good album. Some of the instrumentals were very unique and impressive, and the singing was decent too. There were several great songs that I really enjoyed, but there were also moments where the album didn’t hit as strongly. Despite a few lows, it’s still a solid listen.
The self-titled album by The Velvet Underground & Nico never fails to impress. It's incredibly influential and widely considered one of the greatest albums ever. Having two singers adds a unique, enjoyable dynamic, and the instrumentals are both satisfying and perfectly crafted. The lyrics are also very well-written, making this album an all-around masterpiece.
Parklife by Blur has a great vibe, and while it’s hard to find anything bad about it, there's also nothing particularly groundbreaking about it. Overall, it’s a solid album with enjoyable tracks that capture the mood of the time.
First of all, her vocal is sooo good. The instrumentals are engaging, shifting, and fun. The writing is very well done, with the subjects being executed even better. The album is beautifully crafted, with exciting and fun instrumentals. Overall, it's a great album!
"In Utero" by Nirvana delivers a very deep and personal mindset from Kurt Cobain, beautifully matched with the music. The drums are at their peak, driving the sound forward, while Kurt's vocals are incredibly deep and emotional. The album captures his struggles and thoughts, creating a raw and powerful experience for listeners. It's a remarkable reflection of his inner world, making it one of the band's most impactful works.
Few debut albums have changed rock music the way Are You Experienced did. Jimi Hendrix didn’t just play guitar, he completely redefined it. His playing on this album is unbelievable, bringing an energy and sound that was groundbreaking at the time and still feels fresh today. From the explosive ‘Purple Haze’ to the dreamy ‘The Wind Cries Mary,’ the album is packed with incredible moments. Songs like ‘Hey Joe’ and ‘Fire’ show his raw power, while ‘Are You Experienced?’ closes the album on a strange, almost otherworldly note. His lyrics are also original and creative, adding even more personality to the music. This album didn’t just set a new standard, it changed rock forever. A legendary debut that still stands as one of the greatest. 9.3/10
David Bowie was an artist who even made his death into art. At his age, most artists slow down, but he delivered Blackstar, one of his most unique and powerful albums. The music is dark, experimental, and haunting, blending jazz, rock, and electronic sounds in a way that feels completely fresh. The title track is a ten-minute journey through eerie, shifting moods, while ‘Lazarus’ feels like Bowie saying goodbye in the most poetic way possible. Songs like ‘Dollar Days’ and ‘I Can’t Give Everything Away’ are deeply emotional, making the album feel like a farewell letter wrapped in stunning music. Even without the context of his passing, Blackstar would still be an incredible album. But as his final work, it becomes something even greater, a bold and artistic goodbye from a true genius.
How can one woman write and produce all of this? Kate Bush created an album that feels completely timeless. it’s honestly hard to believe this masterpiece came out nearly 40 years ago. The sound is still so fresh, never once feeling dated. The tracklist is stacked with great songs, balancing experimental ambition with pure pop brilliance. Kate’s writing and production are flawless, and her singing… oh my god. She delivers emotion, drama, and beauty like no one else could. Hounds of Love is an album that never bores you, no matter how many times you revisit it. It’s one of the greatest pop albums ever made, and a perfect showcase of Kate Bush’s genius.
Wow… speechless. I love this record so much. Every song really does feel like a dream. each one tells a different story, and each one has something unique that makes it unforgettable. From the moment it starts with that haunting, addicting piano the album pulls you into its surreal world. The production is wild, unpredictable, and incredibly detailed... it feels like no one else on Earth could have imagined these sounds but Kate Bush. It’s insane how Kate went full-on experimental here, and the craziest part is how perfect it all is. She wrote and produced every track herself, and you can feel her vision in every second. This album feels so alive, so majestic, so artistic... I can’t even explain it. The storytelling here is on another level. ‘There Goes a Tenner’ is insane with how vividly it paints its little crime-gone-wrong tale, but honestly the whole album is filled with that kind of imagination. Kate takes you through Australian outlaws, Houdini, nuclear fallout, dreams and nightmares, and she makes it all feel alive. Her voice shifts and transforms with each track, becoming a character in every story. This is such a classy, beautiful, and influential piece of art.
It’s very interesting to me that a 30-minute album can feel like a double album (in a good way), mostly due to its two-part structure. The first half focuses on human life from beginning to end, with an emphasis on youth and old age. The second half features songs about human life as well, but in a less structured way. Overall, it’s a great, well-flowing album.
Deep Purple in Rock is one of the most essential hard rock and heavy metal albums. The energy on this record is insane; every track is packed with power, and the band sounds like they’re on fire. Ritchie Blackmore’s guitar work is incredible, of course, he’s a legend, and Ian Gillan’s vocals are just insane. The whole band delivers top-tier performances, making this one of their most intense albums. ‘Child in Time’ is the standout masterpiece, building from a haunting ballad into one of the most powerful climaxes in rock history. But what makes this album amazing is that even without another track on that level, every song is still so good. ‘Speed King’ and ‘Flight of the Rat’ explode with energy, and the drumming and organ work add so much depth to the sound. This album helped shape the sound of hard rock and heavy metal, and it still holds up today. It’s fast, loud, and packed with incredible performances. Easily one of Deep Purple’s best.
Off the Wall is overall a fantastic album and truly a masterpiece. I feel the first half is a bit stronger than the second, not that the second half is bad; it’s SO GOOD. If the second half matched the energy of the first, it’d be an even higher rating for me.
Every track on Thriller is solid, Quincy Jones produced a timeless record with no weak spots. Michael’s vocals are on point throughout, delivering real power and style. The whole album flows effortlessly, never losing energy or focus. From the intense beats to the unforgettable hooks, it’s a masterpiece that still feels fresh and engaging. This is more than an album it’s a defining moment in music, setting a standard for pop with lasting impact.
There are maybe two songs on here that I think are amazing, 'Born on the Bayou' and especially 'Proud Mary' which is such a great song. But some tracks feel really bland and drag on longer than they should, like 'Graveyard Train'. The storytelling on the album is good and interesting, but there are a lot of moments that feel very generic. I’m not saying it’s a bad album, it’s definitely a good one, but it’s not great.
One of the best glam rock albums of all time, and of course, where there’s glam rock, there’s David Bowie. His production on the album is excellent, and he, along with Mick Ronson, didn’t miss on the production. Lou Reed’s writing and singing are also great, adding to the album’s charm. Overall, a fantastic album that’s definitely worth a listen, both iconic and highly enjoyable.
An absolutely stunning album by Björk. Everything about it vocals, production, writing, mixing, and arrangement is just incredible. It’s the definition of ASMR in music. The album never dips in quality, not even close; it's pure peak art pop from start to finish. Overall, a fucking masterpiece.
The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails is truly one of the greatest albums of all time. The way Trent Reznor delivers the concept to the listener is just perfect; he masterfully crafts the descent of the character, making you feel every moment of the spiral. It’s like VR in music, fully immersing you in the experience. The album moves from chaotic, wild moments to sudden silence, making the structure feel so dynamic. The execution of the concept is flawless, and the ending ties everything together perfectly. It’s a timeless masterpiece and an industrial rock classic; one of those albums that will never lose its impact.
Madonna’s Ray of Light is simply one of the greatest pop records ever, a defining moment not just in her career but in pop music as a whole. The production is absolutely stunning: trippy, hypnotic, yet still catchy and accessible, pulling you into this dreamy atmosphere that feels both futuristic and deeply emotional. Madonna’s voice shines throughout, ethereal and powerful, perfectly carrying the weight of the themes she explores. Her songwriting here is poetic, reflective, and deeply personal, touching on motherhood, spirituality, and transformation. There’s a real sense of maturity and wisdom that sets it apart from her earlier work. The album is incredibly consistent, with every track serving a purpose and flowing beautifully into the next. Standout songs like Frozen and Ray of Light aren’t just career highlights they’re pop classics that defined an era. Altogether, this feels like Madonna’s magnum opus: a breathtaking, emotional, and timeless record created by a true legend at the peak of her artistry.
"Straight Outta Compton" by N.W.A. is a classic album that stands as a cornerstone of hip-hop history. As one of the greatest hip-hop groups ever, N.W.A. created a masterpiece with this album. Dr. Dre's production is beyond words, setting a new standard in West Coast beats. Ice Cube's raw intensity, Eazy-E's distinctive style, and MC Ren's lyrical prowess all shine brightly on this record. Together, they crafted an absolute classic that continues to influence and define the genre.
Ok, the producer here is the same guy who worked on Nevermind, and you can really feel that quality he did his job, it’s fire. Billy Corgan’s writing is sharp, emotional, and surprisingly relatable. He pours so much of himself into these songs, and you can feel that intensity in every word. The guitar layers on this record are insane. The sound is so thick, dreamy, and heavy at the same time. it’s like walls of guitars crashing together but still melodic and beautiful. That’s what makes the album so special: it balances raw heaviness with this emotional vulnerability that pulls you in. Overall, the album keeps a consistently high quality all the way through. There’s no real drop-off, just a flow of great tracks one after another. So many songs stand out, from the big anthems to the more intimate cuts. It’s that pure ‘90s alternative sound done perfectly.
Well, Biggie is one of my favorite rappers, and this album always makes me sad. I can’t help but think that if this legend had lived longer, he would’ve built one of the greatest discographies in hip-hop. Unfortunately, this is the only album he released before his death. It’s really a perfect hip-hop record except for that one skit we all know about. Biggie’s flow is still unmatched even after all these years. His rhyme schemes are top-tier, his writing is razor sharp, and his storytelling is so vivid that he paints whole movies with his words. What makes Ready to Die so special is Biggie’s versatility: he could make bangers, deep and emotional songs, gritty street tales, and even playful tracks all in one project. Of course, I have to mention “Juicy,” one of my favorite songs ever. To me, it represents hip-hop itself. That boom bap beat, that bassline, and the way Biggie unfolds his come-up story. it’s genius. The song carries every emotion: nostalgia, celebration, and love for the culture. Biggie was truly one of a kind, and even after all this time, no one has really matched him. This album is a reminder of how unique he was, and it always leaves me thinking, what if he was still alive?
my top 3 favorite album of all time, a piece of fucking art. this album has the perfect runtime, perfect tracklist, perfect production, perfect writing, perfect vocals, perfect concept... perfect everything. it’s just 5 tracks, but all 5 are among my favorite songs ever. Shine On You Crazy Diamond is probably my favorite song of all time. no words for how good this is. the concept hits just as hard as the music. it’s about absence, alienation, the coldness of the music industry, and of course, Syd Barrett. but what makes it even greater is how universal it feels. Wish You Were Here doesn’t only mourn Syd, it provokes sadness for anyone you’ve lost. musically it’s unmatched. the guitar riffs are iconic. the synths on Welcome to the Machine feel like pure ascension, wrapping you in dread and wonder. starting and closing with Shine On You Crazy Diamond is genius it gives the whole album a cyclical, eternal feeling. Wish You Were Here itself is an anthem, both intimate and massive. Have a Cigar is the fun moment in the middle, but still sharp in its satire of greedy record execs plus it holds one of the best guitar solos ever. the acoustic playing is gorgeous, the electric work is pure genius. David Gilmour’s tone and feel are untouchable. every note is placed with so much emotion it hurts. in my opinion this is the most perfect album ever made.
Sufjan made one of the greatest albums of all time with just a small budget, and that alone makes Illinois feel like a miracle. His ascending vocals feel like they’re lifting you up into the skies, carrying every emotion with grace. The writing is vivid and detailed, painting everything he wants with so much care that every song feels like its own little world. The production is absolutely BEAUUUTIFUL arger than life, yet still intimate, wrapping you up like a blanket while also feeling grand and majestic. It’s the kind of album that somehow balances comfort and ambition at the same time. There isn’t a single bad moment here. Every track flows perfectly into the next, and I can listen to it over and over without ever getting tired of it. It’s truly comforting, endlessly beautiful, and one of those rare records that feels timeless the second you hear it.
One of the greatest R&B records and one of the greatest pieces of art ever. Marvin Gaye poured his entire soul into this album and created one of the most heartfelt, emotional, and beautiful soul records of all time. The concept and the message behind the album are so pure, so timeless, and the writing is absolutely at its peak. The production is top notch too, lush, smooth, layered, and it really defined what soul could sound like while shaping the genre forever. Marvin himself is one of my favorite vocalists, and his performance here is nothing short of divine. his voice carries pain, love, hope, and beauty all at once. Honestly, I can’t really find a single flaw with this record. It’s a perfect 10/10 album in every sense. Every time I return to it, it gives me such a good feeling, almost like a reminder that this kind of greatness exists to make life better. It’s one of those rare albums that feels alive, like it still breathes decades later.
Blue by Joni Mitchell is honestly one of the coziest albums ever made. The moment it starts, there’s this warmth that just wraps around you, and her voice… man, her voice is something else. It doesn’t just sound good, it touches your soul. Her writing is incredible so vivid, so emotional, so personal. She paints pictures of heartbreak, love, longing, and vulnerability in a way that very few artists can. You can feel the honesty bleeding through every lyric, and that’s what makes it timeless. There isn’t a single bad track on this album. Every song carries its own weight, its own story, and it flows beautifully as a complete piece of art. The instrumentation is simple but perfect. the guitar, the piano, the dulcimer they just hit in all the right ways, leaving space for her voice to shine. Listening to Blue feels like being hugged. It’s comforting, emotional, and intimate in a way that albums rarely are. It’s one of those records you can always come back to, no matter what you’re going through, and it’ll meet you right where you are. Truly one of the most beautiful, soul-touching albums ever made.
David Bowie was an artist until the very end of his life. one of the greatest artists of all time. And I don’t just mean musically. He was one of the greatest artists ever, period. This man, this legend, made some of my favorite songs and albums of all time. Out of all of them, The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars is my favorite Bowie record and obviously one of my favorite albums ever made. Bowie created a whole genre and he didn’t just create it, he defined it. He built his own sound, something completely unique, something that feels timeless. His music is cozy, chill, emotional, and yet larger-than-life at the same time. It gives me every emotion I could possibly want from music. There’s not a single mistake in this album. Don’t even waste time looking for one, it’s flawless. The concept is incredible, genius-level storytelling and execution. The opener, Five Years, is one of the greatest intros ever and Rock n Roll Suicide is the greatest outro ever. Five Years drags you straight into the story he’s about to tell, and the buildup is insane. Every track flows perfectly into the next. The songs themselves are beautiful, Iconic. Five Years, Starman, Rock ‘n’ Roll Suicide these aren’t just tracks, they’re some of my favorite songs of all time. They define the glam rock sound Bowie invented, and they’ve inspired countless artists ever since. The production is lush, gorgeous, ahead of its time, and the entire album feels like it was sent down from heaven itself. I’m just grateful I get to be alive in a world where I can listen to this masterpiece. Bowie didn’t just make music, he made art that will last forever.
Pet Sounds by The Beach Boys is honestly one of the most influential albums in the entire history of music. This record is pure genius. every listen just makes you fall deeper in love with it. It’s the kind of album that reveals more and more each time, whether it’s the little production details, the harmonies, or just the emotion behind it all. It kicks off with what might be the greatest intro of all time. Wouldn’t It Be Nice immediately pulls you in with one of the greatest songs ever written, a track that’s as joyful as it is bittersweet. From there, the whole album flows beautifully, carrying you through this warm, grand, and cozy soundscape that only Brian Wilson could create. The production is otherworldly. The layers, the arrangements, the harmonies... they’re all just breathtaking. Brian Wilson was a true musical genius, and this album is proof of that. Rest in peace to an absolute legend who reshaped what pop music could be. Every track contributes to the journey, and there’s never a dull moment. Songs like God Only Knows show just how emotional and timeless this record really is, still hitting just as hard today as it did in 1966. Pet Sounds flows so perfectly, and you never get tired of revisiting this masterpiece. It’s one of those rare albums that feels both intimate and massive at the same time, a record that changed music forever and continues to inspire generations.
20 years old Nasir Jones came out and made one of the absolute pillars of hip-hop. He’s hungry, he’s wild, he’s sharp. every single bar feels like it’s coming from someone who knows he’s destined to be legendary. The production across the album It’s literally the definition of hip-hop. Dusty, gritty, soulful, hard-hitting, it’s the sound that shaped the entire genre. The rapping is on another level. Nas flows like he’s been doing this for decades, painting pictures of Queensbridge perfectly. It’s Illmatic... you already know. This isn’t just an album, it’s the hip-hop album. It’s anthemic, it’s wild, it’s gangster, it’s everything. From start to finish, it’s pure raw greatness, the kind of record that set the standard forever.
Ok at the start i wanna state this: The Dark Side of the Moon is not overrated. it’s properly rated, deserves every bit of love it gets, and it blows my mind that an album from 1973 has every single track with over 100 million streams on spotify. that’s insane and totally deserved. Wish You Were Here is my favorite pink floyd album (and one of my favorite albums of all time), but it’s obvious why Dark Side is the one that’s more popular. Wish You Were Here has “Shine On You Crazy Diamond,” which is probably in my top 5 songs ever, but let’s be real, a 20-minute instrumental isn’t gonna pull in the casual listener. Dark Side is much friendlier, way easier to connect with, and honestly lovable even on first listen. this music aged like fine wine. it doesn’t sound old, it doesn’t sound dated. the production feels like it could’ve been released yesterday. and the themes are timeless: time, money, madness, things everyone lives through and struggles with. and then you’ve got “Time,” one of the greatest songs ever made. that guitar solo is sexy but the way it builds up to it is even sexier. the lyrics hit like nothing else, some of the most thought-provoking and beautiful words ever put in a song. I could go on forever, but the truth is this whole album is just the perfect sound. it’s iconic, grand, emotional, beautiful... it’s everything. pink floyd poured everything they had into this and it shows. for me, this record has four songs i’d easily call some of the greatest of all time, all in one place. and every time you put on the album, it’s nothing but a blessing.
Joy Division influenced music massively in just a short span of about two years. They only released two studio albums, yet both became iconic and shaped the sound of post-punk. Unknown Pleasures was their debut, and it set a new standard with its dark, atmospheric production, minimalist arrangements, and Ian Curtis’s haunting vocals. Every track has its own unique touch, from the cold pulse of ‘Disorder’ to the hypnotic drive of ‘She’s Lost Control.’ It’s a record that feels both stark and emotional, capturing alienation and intensity in a way that still resonates today. Even decades later, Unknown Pleasures remains one of the most important and influential albums in alternative music.
This is one of the greatest albums of all time and the record that officially started Kendrick’s reign as one of the greatest rappers to ever do it. It’s awesome, plain and simple. Going back to good kid, m.A.A.d city always feels fresh. It never ages badly, it never loses its magic. The whole album plays out like a movie, a true concept record with a story that runs through every track. You’ve got everything here: party songs, sad songs, rage-fueled songs. Pick your mood, and Kendrick has a track for it. The tracklist is stacked. “Money Trees,” “m.A.A.d city,” “Sing About Me, I’m Dying of Thirst” these are all generational hip-hop songs, timeless pieces that shaped the culture. Kendrick’s storytelling is out of this world. The way he paints Compton, his youth, his struggles, and the cycle of violence and temptation is unmatched. “Sing About Me, I’m Dying of Thirst” alone deserves a whole essay. It’s one of the most emotional and thought-provoking songs in hip-hop history, a masterpiece in every sense. With this album, Kendrick didn’t just prove his talent, he set a new standard. He made one of hip-hop’s greatest modern classics, and it still stands as a cornerstone of rap music today.