1001 Albums Summary

Cool name, cool cover, cool album but it feels like it's lacking something. It is funk slowed down which creates some interesting things musically but sometimes you need it to take you to the next level. you wait for it to explode and release all the funk out, but every time it gets close, it stops and go back down. Nice songs that work well as an album, would fit next to a glass of wine but personally, I need more from my funk albums. maybe this album is too cool for its own good.

I have to say I was surprised. Opening song (smooth operator) is a hit though I never knew who sang it. All in all it's a nice album with a great mixture of jazz, funk and pop, and, although a bit boring at times, it is very well produced.

What a record! Imagine listening to it in 1967. What a mind blow. Not all the way consistent but definitely has some amazing tunes on it. Top tracks are Strange Brew, the eternal Sunshine Of Your Love, Tales Of Brave Ulysses and SWLABR.

Honestly, most of it is shite. You probably shouldn't trust anyone who is over 14 and still love this album. Yet, it is quite remarkable that they made a record that spoke to so many teenagers for so many years, and only for that it deserve 2 stars.

This was on my list for a long time now but that was my first listen and I'm so sorry for all that lost time because this is a masterpiece.