Hell yea 😎 I remember listening to this for the first time and giving it a 3/5. What the hell was I on?? It's still not my favorite Metallica album, but its a damn close second. There are no skips on this album. Seriously one of the most consistent albums I've ver heard, every song is as good as the last. Makes it really difficult to pick a favorite from this album. Favorite track: Welcome Home (Sanitarium) 4.5/5

Sorry King Crimson, this is now the best album I've received so far. My favorite Radiohead album easily. This album is perfect not a second of it is wasted. Favorite song: Paranoid Android

The Pixies had an insane run of albums from 1987-1991. It's possibly one of the greatest album runs in the history of music. Even though I prefer the two albums that followed (Doolittle and Bossanova) this is the album that really cemented the band as one of the greats. While its not as consistent as Doolittle, there are still plenty of fun and memorable tracks here. Some of the stand outs are "Bone Machine" and "Gigantic". Of course then there's the elephant in the room.. This album contains one of the greatest songs of all time. "Where Is My Mind?" is one of those defining songs that really changed the game. The second half of the album just cannot compete with it or even some of the other songs from the first half, but there are still a few notable tracks. Overall Surfer Rosa is a very punchy, fun album that I have a lot of appreciation for. I just love the Pixies so much man so any excuse to listen to them is a treat. Favorite track: Where Is My Mind? (I mean what else could it be?) 4.5/5

Jimi's best album in my opinion. Lot of classic songs here. "Purple Haze", "Hey Joe", "The Wind Cries Mary", and "Are You Experienced?" are all bangers. Similar to Jimi's other albums I wish this was a little shorter but otherwise this is an all timer. Favorite track: The Wind Cries Mary

This is an album that has been on my radar for a couple months but until now I hadn't heard any of it. I wasn't aware of this album's connection to the Buzzcocks which is a band I really love so this was right up my alley! This album is incredibly energetic and catchy. The synths here are to die for. The highlights are "Shot By Both Sides", "Burst" and "Parade". This is my favorite first time listen from this challenge so far. I'll definitely be returning back to this album within the coming months. Favorite track: Burst 4.5/5

First Album! I'm excited to try this out. This is a banger for sure, one of Young's best. I'm pretty sure this was my 3rd time listening to it. "My My, Hey Hey" is a fantastic intro. This is like the ideal Neil Young song. "Thrasher" is a nice acoustic song with some beautiful lyrics. "Powderfinger" kicks ass, definitely one of Young's best rock songs. An overall epic album. its soft and warm at times but packs a punch when it needs too. Also kinda grungey at times? Amazing album to kick off this challenge. Favorite track: My My, Hey Hey

While I've never been the biggest R.E.M. fan, I always viewed this album as the band's best. Unfortunately it's Stipe's vocals that steer me away from the band. They aren't bad, just kinda unappealing to me which is a shame because otherwise the band sounds really great especially on this album. I think I would give AFTP 3.5 stars but since that's not a possible rating on this site I'll round up to 4 stars because I do believe this is a cut above the rest of their albums which I will probably give 3 stars or less. Favorite track: Drive

Bro two R.E.M. albums in a row, seriously? This is a real solid debut, better than I remember even. Similar to AFTP I would give this 3 and a half stars if I could except this time I think I'm gonna round down. At first I wanted to give this a higher rating but by the second half I was definitely over it. unrelated but I really like this album cover for some reason. The imagery and type look really cozy. It's the kind of album cover that's so good it makes me wish I enjoyed the music attached to it more ya know? Favorite track: Radio Free Europe

Oh boy, it's been awhile since I listened to anything by the Killers. Definitely a band I've outgrown but a lot of their hits still hit for me. "Mr. Brightside" will always be a white people anthem, "Somebody Told Me" is pretty nostalgic to me, and "Jenny Was a Friend of Mine" goes harder than I remember. Unfortunately the rest of the album is just kinda ok. "Smile Like You Mean It" makes me cringe... Overall it's good for what it is but I wouldn't say its one of the best of all time or anything. Favorite track: Jenny Was a Friend of Mine 3.5/5 *rounding down

Finally something I haven't listened to yet! Don't really have much to about this one. To me CCR kinda just does one thing but they do it damn well. Hard to dislike this band. Favorite track: Bad Moon Rising (obviously) 3.5/5

Moondance (the song) is so good dude why aren't there more songs on this album that sound like it. Favorite track: MOONDANCE!!! 3.5/5

First time listen! It's so jarring listening to the title track of this album for the first time and immediately realizing that this is not the same Leonard Cohen I know from the 60s/70s. This Cohen has a much raspier, haunting voice. However, one thing that hadn't changed was Cohen's songwriting ability. Such a beautiful album, I'm glad I was given an excuse to listen to it. Favorite track(s): You Want it Darker + Steer Your Way

Not always a huge fan of prog but there's something about this album I find kinda charming. I would describe it as wacky maybe? "Tom Sawyer" is banger and so is "Limelight" but in my opinion "Witch Hunt" is the true star here. Also I've always rally enjoyed this album cover :) Favorite track: Witch Hunt

I listened to this album a couple years ago when I was listening to the Rolling Stones top 500 albums list. It was one of those albums I enjoyed at the time but didn't think I would ever listen to it again... but now its 2024 and here I am listening to Rod Stewart again. This will probably happen a lot since that list has a lot of overlap with this one... Anyways I still enjoy this album quite a bit. "Maggie May" is a undoubtably a winner and the mandolin on "Mandolin Wind" kicks ass. Rod has a sort of energy that makes this album a real easy listen even though its not something I love all that much. Rod Stewart is so weird looking. If I saw him in real life I think I would probably laugh at him or something. Favorite track: Mandolin Wind

This is the third new album overall but the first new artist. I had never heard of Nanci Griffith before now and unfortunately I can't say I'm much of fan. This is a passable country album, I'd even go as far as to say that this is an above-average country album. But even then it's still just kinda ok. Favorite track: More Than A Whisper

You know your'e in for some horny bullshit when even the trucks on the album cover are fucking. I'm surprised by how many songs I recognized on this album. This album haunted me at my high school job without me even realizing it. But yea, this thing is ass. Aerosmith in general is kinda ass, but this album is really ass. Favorite track: Janie's Got a Gun (I guess..) 1.5/5

Objectively speaking this probably the best album I've received so far, though personally I prefer Are You Experience just slightly more. Still though Hendrix is a beast on this album. Do I even have to say how good All Along the Watchtower is? Its one of those rare covers that completely transcends the greatness of the original. Favorite track: All Along the Watchtower (duh) Classic/5

??? Apparently this guy was a member of Jefferson Airplane or something? They really just let anyone onto this list. I can't hate this too much though because some of the psychedelic stuff here is pretty cool plus the story behind the album makes me appreciate it more, but otherwise a lot of this album is annoying or repetitive unfortunately. I think this could've been something really great if it was like half as long.. Favorite track: War in Peace

The Police will always be a fun band with fun songs. This album opens very strongly with "Message In A Bottle" (one of the band's best imo) and then afterwards "Bring On The Night" is pretty good too I guess. Yea it's mostly nothing that exciting but an easy listen nonetheless. Favorite track: Message In A Bottle

Fuck it. This gets to be my first 5 star album. I received this album the day I left for Florida so I got to listen to it on the airplane ride which was perfect because I have always associated this album with travel. In the past I've rated this one lower but I enjoy it more and more every time I listen to it. Theres so many amazing songs on here such as "Heavy Metal Drummer", "War on War", and of course "Jesus, Etc." which is by far my favorite Wilco song. Its just a pleasant listen from start to finish! Favorite track: Jesus, Etc. 4.5/5

I had never heard of this guy before and I probably could have gone on without knowing about him. Scottish reggae is definitely not a vibe. Favorite track: Your Love Gets Sweeter (this one is fine I guess.) 1.5/5

Listening to this a week after Christmas because I'm playing album catch up at the moment... What a delight. This album is exactly how a Christmas album should sound. Every time the Ronettes or Darlene Love show up you know your'e gonna get something good! You gotta be a real Scrooge to not like this album.. Favorite track: Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)

Kiss is one of the most overrated bands on the planet. Nothing these guys do is in anyway exceptional, they just trick stupid old people into thinking that they're good because of the way they present themselves with all the makeup and flashy costumes. This band is the definition of style over substance. As for the album itself... This is nothing more than another generic classic rock album. Its not the worst thing I've ever heard but its certainly no masterpiece. Favorite track: None lol 1.5/5

I've never really cared much for the Sex Pistols but I can at least appreciate how influential this album is. It has a few highlights but it can also be very annoying at some points. Overall its just kind of average in my opinion. I think its valid to hate or love this album. What isn't valid is calling this the greatest, or even one of the greatest, punk albums of all time. There are so many better punk albums from this era, I'm so sick of seeing this mediocre album top so many lists. Just because something is influential doesn't necessarily mean it is good.. Favorite track: Anarchy in the U.K.

First time listening to Mylo. The album cover and title made me expect something a little more exciting, but that's not what I got. If this is your thing I can respect it but to me this is just one step up from copyright-free YouTube music.. Favorite track: Drop the Pressure 2.5/5

Another absolute classic! Don't have much to say about this one. If you don't like this album you're probably a pretty boring person. Favorite track: Soul Kitchen 4.5/5

First time listening to Orbital and honestly they're really chill. This makes me want to listen to more techno music. I could see myself recommending this album to people who are interested in the genre. Its nothing exceptional of course but I don't really have anything negative to say about it. Favorite track: Planet of Shapes

LET'S GOOOOO!! "Girls & Boys" is like one of my top 20 favorite songs ever! I never get tired of it! The rest of the album is comparably not as good, but its still a fantastic album overall. I love how quirky/whimsical a lot of these songs are. This is definitely another album that just gets better upon each revisit. Why can't modern pop music sound like this? "To the End" should be the closing track right??? Favorite track: Girls & Boys

Hell yea, this is just some good ass music right here. "Go for your Guns" is my favorite Isley Brothers album, but this is a very close second place. The highlights on this album include "That Lady, Pts. 1 & 2" and "Listen to the Music" as well as the "Summer Breeze" cover which I think I prefer over the Seals and Crofts version. This is a 10/10 perfect cover. Favorite track: Summer Breeze, Pts. 1 & 2

I've only ever listened to "Los Angeles" by X and I'm kinda surprised this album is on the list instead of that one. I much prefer that album but this one is still pretty decent. It's not quite as punk as its predecessor. It has some nice tunes but nothing too crazy. I didn't mind this one :) Favorite track: Adult Books

"And sus me out" Pretty much any album by Bob Marley from 1973-1980 is gonna be good and this one is no exception, though I do prefer other albums from this era such as "Catch a Fire" and "Exodus". Listening to this album just feels like you're going through the motions of a Bob Marley album which isn't a bad thing, it's just not as memorable as those other records. "No Woman No Cry" is definitely the highlight here but there's plenty of other tracks that make this worth checking out. If this is an "average" Bob Marley album than it just goes to show how good the guy is at making music. Favorite track: No Woman No Cry 3.5/5

I was happy to receive this album because I had tried to listen to it awhile ago but didn't finish it because I wasn't in the mood for it at the time, so it was about time I revisited it... Turns out I likely never will be in the mood for this. It's got a decent bluesy sound with some nice moments here and there but otherwise it's pretty unremarkable. Favorite track: Sex Beat 2.5/5

While not as strong as its predecessor, "Frank" is still an incredible debut album which proved to be even better revisiting it for a second time. "Stronger Than Me" is my favorite song here. Not only is it a great intro to this album, it's also a great intro to Amy Winehouse in general. The Frank Sinatra and Bossa nova influences really make this album feel special. Favorite track: Stronger Than Me 3.5/5

Nice! I've been waiting for a hip hop album :) For a long time I considered this to be a perfect 10/10 album. Since then I think its dropped to maybe just a 9/10 but its still phenomenal in my opinion. The production and samples are top notch and Jay's bars here are so damn good. "Heart of The City" and "Never Change" are some of my favorite Jay-Z tracks. The song with Eminem makes me cringe a bit but so does everything else Eminem is involved with. Overall though this is the best Jay-Z album as well as one of the best hip hop albums of this era. Officially beats "Yankee Hotel Foxtrot" as the best album I've received so far. Favorite track: Heart of The City (Ain't No Love)

For a while I've been meaning to listen to "TNT" which was the album Tortoise released after this one so this was a nice introduction to the band. This is just a nice chill album. Perfect for a snowy day like today. kind of reminded me of Fishmans which is a favorite of mine. This album didn't knock my socks off but I could see myself revisiting it. Favorite track: Djed

Jimi's best album in my opinion. Lot of classic songs here. "Purple Haze", "Hey Joe", "The Wind Cries Mary", and "Are You Experienced?" are all bangers. Similar to Jimi's other albums I wish this was a little shorter but otherwise this is an all timer. Favorite track: The Wind Cries Mary

This has been on my list for a long time so I'm glad I finally had an excuse to listen to it. This did not disappoint at all. The hype surrounding this album is completely valid. This album has moments where it is fun and dancy then other moments where it is genuinely very beautiful. This album really is a journey. I can't believe it took me this long to this... better late than never I guess. Favorite track: Since I Left You 4.5/5

I like the Roots quite a bit but this album has never really impressed me that much. There are plenty of solid tracks here but overall its nothing special when compared to many of their albums that came before and after this one. "Undun" deserved this spot on the list. Favorite track: Sacrifice

I respect Elvis Costello as an artist and I respect anyone who enjoys his music however I personally do not like his stuff. His vocals just kinda annoy me I don't know. Upon relistening to this album my opinion on it remained consistent. I think it's easy enough to sit through thanks to how short it is and some of the songs like "Alison" are alright. This is about as positive as I can feel for an Elvis Costello album. I just realized that Costello has 6 albums on this list which is just wild to me... I feel like 2 or 3 would've been fine but 6?? I better mentally prepare myself for listening to that much Elvis Costello music. Favorite track: Alison

🦀!! I was so happy to see that crab show up. Not only because this is one of my favorite album covers ever, but also because this album kicks ass. This album is pure adrenaline. Favorite track: Breathe, Smack My Bitch Up

Another album I went into not knowing anything about. The concept of creating a soundtrack for a nonexistent film is kinda neat and I think Adamson pulls it off here because I can kinda see this being a real soundtrack. Jarvis Crocker of Pulp on the opening track was a pleasant surprise. There are a couple other decent songs but overall its not terribly interesting. Also the album generator classifying this as a rock album is kinda silly. Favorite track: The Sweetest Embrace 2.5/5

It's the king of dad rock, the boss himself Mr. Springsteen. Admittedly I've never really been that into Springsteen's stuff but I'm hoping that after relistening to his albums I will begin to appreciate the guy. Especially since this album because to my understanding this is generally considered his masterpiece. So that didn't happen. I think I enjoyed it a little more this time but i definitely didn't blow me away or anything. I enjoyed the singles though. Favorite track: Thunder Road 3.5/5

Never listened to this band apart from a few random songs here and there. This album is pretty chill. I probably would've really enjoyed it back in high school but its not something I would choose to listen to now. Favorite track: Crystalised

Brian Emo. Favorite track: On Some Faraway Beach 3.5/5

Very likely the worst record on this list, like I seriously can't imagine anything else on this list being worse. It's insulting, annoying, and way too long. I never want to hear Kid Rock's stupid voice ever again. Favorite track: ... 0.5/5

Even though I'm not as into indie rock as I once was, I still think this is a great album. The first four songs on this album are fantastic. After that it kinda slows down but its still consistently good. The perfect coming-of-age album imo. Second best Arcade Fire album after "Funeral". Favorite track: Modern Man

"I talk tuah wind" Such a monumental record, like this is THE prog rock album. I can't imagine what it was like listening to this in 1969, it would've blown my mind. Hell, it still blows my mind 56 years later. Right from the opening track you know you're in for a ride. "21st Century Schizoid Man" is absolutely electric, one of the best songs that the prog rock genre has to offer. Then you got "I Talk To The Wind" and "Epitaph" which are both fantastic. "Moonchild" is where it loses me for a bit. Not that its bad or anything I just can only take so much experimental prog bullshit before tuning out. Fortunately The album finishes on a high note with that incredible title track. The whole album as a package is very satisfying even down to the legendary album cover. As someone who has never been huge about King Crimson I can safely say "I get it now". I think this is the first true 5 star album I've received so far. It's just that good. Favorite track: 21st Century Schizoid Man

The Pixies had an insane run of albums from 1987-1991. It's possibly one of the greatest album runs in the history of music. Even though I prefer the two albums that followed (Doolittle and Bossanova) this is the album that really cemented the band as one of the greats. While its not as consistent as Doolittle, there are still plenty of fun and memorable tracks here. Some of the stand outs are "Bone Machine" and "Gigantic". Of course then there's the elephant in the room.. This album contains one of the greatest songs of all time. "Where Is My Mind?" is one of those defining songs that really changed the game. The second half of the album just cannot compete with it or even some of the other songs from the first half, but there are still a few notable tracks. Overall Surfer Rosa is a very punchy, fun album that I have a lot of appreciation for. I just love the Pixies so much man so any excuse to listen to them is a treat. Favorite track: Where Is My Mind? (I mean what else could it be?) 4.5/5

Believe it or not, but there are so many actually good albums from the 80's. I don't understand inclusions like this on this list. I've never heard of this band before and I never would have if not for this album generator. They're really nothing special imo. The lyrics are very cringe at times and David McComb's vocals are kind of annoying. It's not terrible, but its certainly not worthy of being on this list. Favorite track: Unmade love

I <3 Radiohead. I like "Pablo Honey", but this is where Radiohead locked in. There are a lot of great tracks on here "Planet Telex", "Fake Plastic Trees", "Just", "My Iron Lung", "Street Spirit", etc. I'm really burnt out of "High and Dry" from listening to it all the time in high school but it stills hits. Album cover is fantastic, probably my favorite Radiohead album cover. This album is tight. Close to a 4.5/5 but there is definitely some filler here so I'll just say its a 4. Favorite track: Street Spirit (Fade Out)

This was my first Pet Shop Boys album. It made me fall in love their music. I still think it holds up as one of their better albums. Dusty Springfield's feature on "What Have I Done to Deserve This?" works surprisingly well, its one of the highlights from this album. I also really enjoy "Rent", "It's a Sin", and "Heart". A lot of the lyrics on this album are kinda corny but I think that adds to the charm of it. To me this is synth pop gold. Overall I prefer "Behavior" and maybe even their debut, but I'll always like this album and I think it deserves to be on this list. Favorite track: Rent

I recall not really liking this album the first time around so I'm happy that it clicked more this time. I have a lot more appreciation for this group, they were really ahead of their time in many ways. Their blend of punk and glam rock is really cool. Also the drag is cool as shit. Unlike bands like Kiss, I wouldn't say these guys are completely style over substance but their appearance is definitely a large part of their appeal. Regardless this is a solid album with a good share of quality songs. Its still not really something I'm crazy about but I salute the New York Dolls for their service. 🫡 Favorite track: Frankenstein

The term "so bad it's good" isn't usually used to describe music, but this is an exception. This is objectively a very bad album. Its raunchy, its juvenile, Fred Durst's vocals are pretty annoying, but god damnit its fun. I don't know man, I don't mind it. Its sort of a guilty pleasure of mine I guess. It's certainly not a very good album but compared to that Kid Rock album this might as well be nu metal gold. I mean what other band has dedicated a song to Ben Stiller? Only the brilliant Mr. Durst would do that. Favorite track: My Way

I love soul music but I've always thought that Ray Charles was kinda overrated. Don't get me wrong me was very talented and he had a nice voice but most of music is just so dull compared to other artists that came after like Sam Cooke and Otis Redding. That's how I would describe this album, DULL. Charles plays it safe, he makes quality music but doesn't do anything interesting in my opinion. I appreciate and respect Ray Charles but there are so many other soul musicians that I would rather listen to. Favorite track: Just for a Thrill

50th Album!! Muddy Waters is the real deal. I don't always love blues music but Muddy has such a distinct vocal and guitar style that makes his music really enjoyable. Favorite track: Mannish Boy 3.5/5

Oh John, John Lennon is a difficult figure for me. I think that without him the Beatles wouldn't be nearly as good as they are, yet he's not that great without the rest of the Beatles. I much prefer Paul and George's post-Beatles work. A lot of John's solo music is uninteresting to me or even obnoxious. My feelings on this album are overall positive. The title track is by far the biggest song from this album as well as Lennon's solo career as a whole. Most people either think its one of the greatest songs ever made or they think its overrated whiny crap. Personally I'm somewhere in the middle though I would agree that its probably the best song on the album. I think if you separate "Imagine" from John as a person its a really nice song. The other notable song is the bizarre Paul McCartney slander on "How Do You Sleep?". Why does this song exist? Like it sounds fine but the concept of a Beatles diss track makes me roll my eyes. The rest of the album is made up of hits and misses. It never becomes unlistenable or anything but it also never blows me away. Until I relisten to "Plastic Ono Band", this is still my favorite post-Beatles Lennon album. "Merry Christmas Yoko" Favorite track: Imagine 💩 3.5/5

Abba is one of those artists that make great songs but not necessarily great albums. This isn't an exception to that but it seems like one since the biggest song on this album is so legendary. I am of course referring to "Dancing Queen". Easily the most popular Abba song but also one of the most iconic pop songs ever. Few songs have left as much of an impact on popular culture. My 16 year old sister who doesn't listen to any music from before she was born, likes Dancing Queen, because how can you not? It's that timeless. You throw that song on an album with "Money, Money, Money" and boom you got a classic on your hands. It doesn't even matter if the rest of the songs are good (most of them are pretty good anyways though). Favorite track: Dancing Queen, Money, Money, Money 3.5/5

This is the first GREAT Beatles album in my opinion. Like the rest of the planet, I prefer the later Beatles albums more than the early albums but I still think there is a place for their more poppy music. Its more simple than the later stuff but I find it charming in a way similar to other music from the early 60s. This album is loaded with classic tunes and on top of that its nice and short. A real easy listen! Also the film that accompanies this album is really fun! Favorite track: And I Love Her

🇺🇸🥧! "American Pie" is another one of those larger than life songs that has really solidified itself into American culture. I wanna say it's overrated, but I'd be full of shit. It's a great song. It deserves its status as the go-to campfire song. I was expecting this album to be nothing more than "the album with American Pie on it", but I was pleasantly surprised. Why did nobody tell me how good "Vincent" is?? There's a handful of other quality songs here too. The singles obviously steal the show but overall this is nice little folk album. I'd even go as far to say that if this a Neil Young album it would be one of his more average releases. This has been the most difficult album to rate so far. For now I feel confident its a 3.5/5 but I can't decide if I should round up or down. I think I'm gonna go with a 4 but it's definitely not as good as the other 4 star albums. I wish I could give half stars grrrrrrrr. Favorite track: Vincent 3.5/5

This is the kind of thing I wanna get more of from this generator! Unlike other punk bands, the Adverts are are more light and catchy. It's something I would recommend so someone who wants to get into classic punk music but is intimidated by the heavier stuff. The wikipedia description calling them equal to the Sex Pistols and the Clash is pretty funny. Favorite track: One Chord Wonders

This is an essential 80s rock album. Its got everything you could need. You got the MTV mega hit "Money for Nothing". You got ballads like "Your Latest Trick". "Walk of Life" is a perfect roadtrip song. Then topping it all off with the fantastic title track as the closer. Dad's everywhere triumph! Favorite track: Walk of Life

...and here's another essential 80's rock album. This album starts out with one of the greatest 3 song runs of any album ever. "Where The Streets Have No Name", "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For" and "With Or Without You" are all some of U2's biggest singles. I wish these songs were spaced out more because the album definitely loses some momentum after "With Or Without You". Other than this one pacing problem this is still a fantastic album. The rest of the songs can't really compare to those hits but they are still quite good sometimes great. I especially enjoy the last two songs on this album "Exit" and "Mothers Of The Disappeared". At the moment this is my favorite U2 album. Favorite track: Exit

Usually this doesn't matter but I really feel like I should have listened to the first Specials album before listening to this. I don't think this is bad. There are a lot of good moments on this album but equally as many annoying moments unfortunately. Maybe I'll revisit it after listening to their first album but I doubt I'll really change my opinion on it. Favorite track: Hey Little Rich Girl 2.5/5

>Thriller Michael's best album in my opinion. Also one of the best, if not the best, disco album ever made. "Rock With You" is infectious, easily is my favorite MJ song. Then there's "Off The Wall" and "It's the Falling in Love" which are top 10 for me. Plenty of other great songs too. There are a few low points but for the most part its pretty consistent. This album makes me wanna hit the dance floor! 🕺🏻 Favorite track: Rock with You 4.5/5

This is an album that has been on my radar for a couple months but until now I hadn't heard any of it. I wasn't aware of this album's connection to the Buzzcocks which is a band I really love so this was right up my alley! This album is incredibly energetic and catchy. The synths here are to die for. The highlights are "Shot By Both Sides", "Burst" and "Parade". This is my favorite first time listen from this challenge so far. I'll definitely be returning back to this album within the coming months. Favorite track: Burst 4.5/5

I can see where the Coldplay comparisons come from but in my opinion this is not nearly as good as anything Coldplay was releasing around the same time. I listened to this twice and I don't know its fine. Not particularly interesting in any way and certainly no Coldplay. Favorite track: There Goes the Fear 2.5/5

This album is great I just wish there were some cool-ass dolphins on the album cover idk. Favorite track: Mud in Your Eyes 3.5/5

Hell yea 😎 I remember listening to this for the first time and giving it a 3/5. What the hell was I on?? It's still not my favorite Metallica album, but its a damn close second. There are no skips on this album. Seriously one of the most consistent albums I've ver heard, every song is as good as the last. Makes it really difficult to pick a favorite from this album. Favorite track: Welcome Home (Sanitarium) 4.5/5

BREAK! I feel like I've been giving out 5s like its nothing but I just love music and THIS right here is music. Stankonia is one of the defining hip hop albums of the 2000s, this thing has classic written all over it. It's got legendary singles such as "B.O.B.", "So Fresh, So Clean" and most of all "Ms. Jackson". These are all amazing and a lot of the B-sides are really great too. Outkast has a handful of great albums, but this is definitely my favorite. If you don't like this album I can't imagine you're that fun to be around. Favorite track: 4.5/5

This one is slowly growing on me. Favorite track: Thank God It's Not Christmas 3.5/5

The title track is kinda overrated in my opinion but afterwards the album gets really good. "The Passenger" has always been the stand-out to me. That song and others are absolutely dripping with David Bowie magic. Favorite track: The Passenger

One of the many cases on this list of "right artist, wrong album" (also see Gorillaz, System of a Down, Queens of the Stone Age, etc). I'm not sure why this album was chosen over "Zen Arcade" or "New Day Rising" but I'm just glad Hüsker Dü is represented at all. A W for Minnesota as far as I'm concerned. Favorite track: Ice Cold Ice

I've only ever listened to Forever Changes by Love. This album seems worse than it really is when compared to that classic but on its own its still not great. There are some interesting sounds here and there but nothing really groundbreaking. This album is only 36 minutes long but it feels longer due to half the album being a single improvised track. Favorite track: Orange Skies

I've been waiting three weeks for another 90s album... While not the best Björk album, I do feel that this is the best introduction to her music. It's more accessible than a lot of her other album's, I can definitely see how this would be her most successful album. Favorite track: Like Someone in Love 3.5/5

First time listening to the Sledge Sisters. "We Are Family" is one of those songs that's insanely popular yet I've never consciously listened to it. It's fine. I'll probably continue to tune it out whenever I hear it on the radio or in a movie. Favorite track: He's the Greatest Dancer

Oh boy, here we go Everything that could be said about this album has already been said a million time so instead I'm gonna rank every song on this album from best to weakest. Every song on this is pretty classic which makes it a difficult list to rank, but I've listened to this album enough times so I'm pretty confident in my ranking. 1. Come As You Are 2. Lithium 3. Something In The Way 4. Territorial Pissings 5. On A Plain 6. Lounge Act 7. Drain You 8. Polly 9. Smells Like Teen Spirit 10. Breed 11. In Bloom 12. Stay Away 13. Endless, Nameless 4.5/5

SEXY. Favorite track: Lucretia My Reflection 3.5/5

On a technical level this is very good but I'm just not that into the jam band stuff. Feels like a "you had to be there" sort of thing. Favorite track: Done Somebody Wrong

Nice! I've been waiting for a 90s hip hop album. Public Enemy rocks. Their music is so punchy and angry, but still fun and humorous at times. This album is the perfect transition from the hip hop of the 80s to the 90s. In that regard, this sound is definitely a product of its time, yet it still feels fresh and holds up well in my opinion. Even the political commentary, which is at the heart of the album, has aged well for the most part. The beats and samples are phenomenal, the rapping is killer, there are some great features here.. This album is TIGHT. As of right now this is tied with "It Takes a Nation-" because I seriously can't decide which album I like better. I'll update once I relisten to it. Favorite track: Burn Hollywood Burn

The title and the album cover made me expect something similar to OK Computer. Would've made sense considering this was released the the year after... That however is not the case. How I wish this sounded ANYTHING like Radiohead. Its not the worst thing ever. It sounds kinda interesting at times but mostly its just boring and occasionally annoying. This album is certainly OK. Favorite track: Mombasstic (lol)

Brutal indeed. Another fucking Elvis Costello album. Whatever, might as well get them over with. I don't really have anything to say about this one. His music was annoying in the 70s and its annoying in the 90s. Favorite track: Kinder Murder 1.5/5

2 Nirvana albums this week? I'll take it. I've always gone back and forth on which I prefer- Nevermind or In Utero. I think Nevermind is overall more consistent but the highs on In Utero are higher in my opinion. Some of the highlights are "Heart-Shaped Box", "Dumb", "All Apologies" and "Pennyroyal Tea" My favorite from this album, and also my favorite Nirvana album in general, is "R*pe Me". I always hate telling people that its my favorite Nirvana song but I can't help it. It's sorta like a better "Teen Spirit" to me. Anyways this album is an absolute classic. You really cannot go wrong with Nirvana. Favorite track: R*pe Me 4.5/5

Mega classic. One of the easiest albums to pick a favorite track from on this list so far. Favorite track: Champagne Supernova

Over 1000 albums but this is the only album on this list with a Nintendo DS on the album cover. I love Lupe. He's one of my favorite rappers of the 00s. I think I prefer the album that followed this one "The Cool", but this album is almost just as good. Even though I didn't grow up listening to his music, listening to Lupe Fiasco always makes me feel nostalgic for the mid-2000s. Favorite track: Daydreamin'

I think this album was considered "classic rock" the day it was released. Favorite track: Smoke on the Water 3.5/5

I've only ever listened to Screamadelica so I was looking forward to listening to more Primal Scream. Yea I feel like they should've stuck with what they were doing before. The electronic stuff isn't bad or annoying or anything just nothing special. Sounds like every other mediocre electronic album from this era. Favorite track: Medication

As a massive Wu Tang Clan fan, I'm surprised that this is my first time listening to a Method Man solo album. I like Method Man on Wu Tang albums but I don't think he's able to carry his own albums as much as other members of the clan. Overall a good album with good songs. Favorite track: Meth Vs. Chef

Until now the only thing I have ever heard from 10cc was "I'm Not In Love" which isn't on this album unfortunately. I now realize that as good as that song is it's not a great representation of this band's sound. These guys are wacky and I love it. I'm surprised by the relatively low rating. This album is fun! 10cc is very humorous especially on songs like the self deprecating "The Worst Band In The World" and my personal favorite "Clockwork Creep". I could see this rating go up in the future. Favorite track: Clockwork Creep 7cc/10cc

Sorry King Crimson, this is now the best album I've received so far. My favorite Radiohead album easily. This album is perfect not a second of it is wasted. Favorite song: Paranoid Android

I've been meaning to get into Nick Cave so I don't mind that there are 5 of his albums on this list. This album was really enjoyable. Its hard for me to rate this any higher due to its length but I could see myself increasing my rating upon a relisten in the future. Favorite track: O Children 3.5/5

Another example of "right band, wrong album" except even more so than Hüsker Dü. Like seriously the self titled album is right there. I relistened to it after listening to this and yea its so much better. That being said this is still a solid album its just so obviously the wrong album. Favorite track: I Against I

SAVE THE BABIES‼️ Literally perfect. Musical intercourse. This is an all timer if there ever was one. This album is overflowing with soul and beauty its impossible not to be swept up in its grandeur. All of the songs here are great on their own but together they create one of the finest album listening experiences of all time. The title track is a top 5 song of all time. I MEAN IT. That song and the album as a whole never get old no matter how many times I hear it. Favorite track: What's Going On

Another live album where it was probably better in person. Still, its not bad. Huey Lewis on the harmonica was definitely a surprise. I felt like the album ended in an unsatisfying way. C'mon Lizzy give those nice people an encore! Favorite track: The Boys Are Back in Town

🐇! I realize that this is a pretty common opinion but: Grace Slick vocals > Marty Balin vocals It's a bit frustrating because this album had the potential to be another 60s psychedelic masterpiece, akin to something by Hendrix or the Doors, if only she had been the lead vocalist on more than just two tracks. Its still a great album as it is but man do those 2 Grace Slick songs REALLY overshadow the rest of the album. Favorite track: White Rabbit 3.5/5

I feel like 3 Bunnymen albums is kinda unnecessary. I mean I like them and all but I would've been happy with just "Ocean Rain". This album is pretty average I'd say. "The Cutter" is a great opening track but after that the album does little to get your attention. Favorite track: The Cutter

What a coincidence! I literally just had "Jeepster" stuck in my head like 30 minutes ago.. wack. Such a great record. Its so groovy and sexy. "Mambo Sun", "Cosmic Dancer", and "Jeepster" is an insane run of songs especially at the very beginning of the album. Then later you get "Get It On"?? Absolutely timeless. Favorite track: Mambo Sun, Cosmic Dancer

A monumental album, like this album essentially invented a genre. Pretty much all of Black Sabbath's massive hits are on this album. I can. totally see why so many would say this is one of the greatest of all time. While I definitely think this is an incredible album its just not something I think to listen to that often. Still though, this album kicks ass Favorite track: Paranoid 4.5/5

A real deep-cut here. I've never heard of this album or this band. Honestly not that bad. It's a shame that this album isn't more accessible because I think it could really find an audience. Favorite track: Highway 5

"Why should I be frightened of dying? There's no reason for it You've gotta go sometime" Seeing that black triangle made me smile like I would upon seeing an old friend. This is one of my most listened albums ever. I could listen to it one million times and it never gets old. Everything about this album is timeless even down to the album cover which might be the most iconic album cover of all time. All the songs on this album flow together so perfectly its really one of the greatest album listening experiences the medium has to offer. This isn't even my favorite Pink Floyd album, I just love this band so damn much that I can rave about them nonstop. Similar to Nevermind, I'm gonna rank every song on this album from best to least best.. 1. Time 2. Brain Damage/Eclipse - Lumping these two together.. 3. The Great Gig in the Sky 4. Breathe (In the Air) 5. Us and Them 6. Money 7. Any Colour You Like 8. On the run 9. Speak to Me - kind of an unfair placement but I had to include it..

Pretty average new wave album. I like new wave so I enjoyed this album but if don't there's nothing here for you. Certainly better than the one with "Don't You Forget About Me" on it. Favorite track: Promised You a Miracle A very high 3/5

lol what are we doing? Favorite track: Livin' On A Prayer 2.5/5

The most average Radiohead album in my opinion, but if this is the average it really goes to show how great this band is. This is a very good album it just feels less remarkable than the albums that came before and after it. Plenty of great songs here including "2+2=5" and "A Wolf At the Door" which have always been favorites of mine. At the very least this album is better than "Pablo Honey" and "King of Limbs". Favorite track: A Wolf At the Door 3.5/5

The first true jazz album I've received so far and its one of the best the genre has to offer. Seriously this album is a delight. Its wacky and wonderful and like nothing else I've listened to. "Chameleon" and "Watermelon Man" are both perfect jazz songs. I'm tempted to round up on this one unfortunately "Sly" and "Vein Melter" aren't as amazing as those first two songs. Overall this is still a fantastic album. Definitely would recommend this to anyone trying to get into jazz. Favorite track: Watermelon Man 4.5/5

Far from her best but this is still a solid album. The highlights are the title track and "Rocket's Tail". Favorite track: The Sensual World

Kinda on par with Pj's other albums in my opinion. I love the rawness and angst on this album though. Hard to believe this is her debut. A few of the highlights are "Dress" and "Plants and Rags". One day I hope I fall in love PJ Harvey but until I do I'll still enjoy her stuff. Favorite track: Plants and Rags 3.5/5

Once again this is an above average country album but even at just 28 minutes long I get bored of this sound so quickly. I can respect it if this is your jam but for me country music will just never really blow me away no matter what decade you take it from. Favorite track: The Grand Tour 2.5/5

Yay another country album.. Admittedly this is very different from the George Jones album that I received yesterday, but I enjoyed it about the same as I did that album. *Favorite track: Season of Hollow Soul 2.5/5

Pretty good as far as live albums go. "Tiger In Your Tank" makes me bounce. Favorite track: Tiger In Your Tank

Peter Gabriel goes full on Phil Collins here (this is much better than anything involving Phil Collins). Favorite track: Red Rain 3.5/5

I really need to listen to more reggae that isn't just Bob Marley.. Favorite track: Tradition 3.5/5

I'm gonna stop trying to like Sonic Youth. They'll never be for me I'm afraid. Favorite track: Youth Against Fascism

"THIS IS NOT MY BEAUTIFUL WIFE!!" An absolute classic. This is the most celebrated Talking Heads album and it certainly is great though I do prefer their follow-up "Speaking in Tongues" (which isn't on this list somehow). This album starts out incredibly strong with banger after banger but unfortunately the second half is not as solid whereas "Speaking in Tongues" is more consistent in my opinion. Nonetheless, this is at least my second favorite Talking Heads album and I completely understand why so many consider this to be their masterpiece. This album is just as good "as it ever was". Favorite track: Born Under Punches (The Heat Goes On)

Yea I kinda agree with the other reviews on this one. Mariah has an undeniably incredible voice but she doesn't really have many interesting songs to utilize it. Anyways this is a solid pop album. Favorite track: Fly Away (Butterfly Reprise)

Yo I used to love this album, I think at one point it was even my favorite Pixies album. Now that I've relistened to it I can definitively say that it isn't as good as "Doolittle" or "Surfer Rosa" but its still pretty damn good. "Velouria" is one of my favorite Pixies songs and has been since I first discovered the band back in high school. "Is She Weird" is another personal favorite. This is simply good music. As much as I enjoy "Trompe le monde" , this was the last great Pixies album which is too bad, but man what an insane run they had... Favorite track: Velouria

Amazing album cover and title combo. I've been meaning to watch this so I'm glad I got it. It's pretty good. Not as great as "Lust For Life" but it has its moments. Favorite track: China Girl 3.5/5

A real chillers album. Probably my favorite Paul Simon solo album but I do need to relisten to "Graceland" before I can say for sure. Favorite track: Run That Body Down

Somehow much worse than I remember. Sure, the harmonies are great and overall it sounds nice but man the songwriting is just awful. This whole album is nothing but cringey, often creepy love songs. I don't think that this album has aged particularly well. Its pretty insane when you compare this to what the Beach Boys would go on to release the following year.. Favorite track: Please Let Me Wonder