It's this weird, synth-y, acoustic, blues, techno, Enrico Morricone, lo-fi thing. I have never heard anything like it.

My first favorite album. Probably still in my Top 5 albums of all time, even though I have not listened to it in years. Excited to listen to it again. I wonder if it holds up from being 16 years old. Curse you Spotify. Will I have to download Amazon Music so I can listen to this in order? This album CANNOT be played on random. It MUST be played in order. Amazingly, some of the songs still transition almost perfectly, but that feels even more disappointing. I can't bring myself to give this four stars, but I am afraid the shine is off, after 20 years.

More to come- love the grimy energy

Completely digging the whole fuzzy guitar- almost proto-grunge thing he is doing.

Wow- I wish I had been listening to this when it came out. It would be prime listening for me. I was 19 or 20. Starting to understand and appreciate soul and r&b. My loss, but thankfully, my gain as well.

Interesting- haven't heard something like this before. Kinda folky. Kind of dancy. Almost feels like a 90s thing, proto emo, before emo stunk. Maybe shades of Bright Eyes.

Bleh. I remember buying this at a church rummage sale. I was so excited to have my own U2 tape. There was a man in his 40s who offered me (I don't remember what) an immense amount of value for the album. It meant something to him. I listened to the tape a few times. I should have taken the trade. 30 years later, listening to Achtung Baby only reinforces that. The worst thing that can happen to U2 is people listening to other music. Unlike the Beatles who borrowed from other genres and created something unique, U2 has only stolen from other genres to create a regrettable regurgitation of noise. 'One' is the saving grace of this album.

Is he hip-hop's Eddie Vedder? Watch Lupe write a great song about a topic no one else would and make it a classic. He takes topics that other rappers touch on, and writes full songs about them. Skateboarding, growing up without a father- but also the effects at school. I never liked when people talked about Sonic Youth or the Kinks as the greatest rock band ever. If they were "great" they would have sold more albums. But Lupe Fiasco makes me rethink all my arguments. He's gotta be on a shortlist of greatest rappers ever. He's more talented than BIG. He's more relatable than Tupac. His lyrics are more everyman than Jay-Z.

I don't think I hated it, but I definitely did not enjoy it. The best thing I can say, is that I may reconsider my opinion on Achtung Baby, which I actively disliked.

Oh, we are starting like this? P-Funk has to be one of the best opening tracks ever.

Damn, i forgot how hard these songs were. It was this or Wu-Tang Forever before every football game. Some of DeLa Rocha's lyrics do not hold up- not the politics, but just the phrasing. Still, we could use his anger today.

Its some cool dance music. It isn't my thing, but it is a nice change of pace. It's upbeat, it's electronic. It would keep people moving at a club. I did a smidge of research on the book, and I am a bit concerned and a bit disappointed that this list is super white, super 65-75 based. I had been giving them credit for a wide variety of music. I will be curious to see where it goes.

Love this, love this, love this. One of my great musical regrets is not listening to Prince earlier in my life. I think I was so stuck in listening to single genres, I didn't know how to classify Prince, so he just fell outside my range. This was the first Prince album I ever bought, and it basically didn't leave my car CD player for a month. 1999- completely overplayed, and still a classic. There is more stuff happening in the background than many bands have on an entire song. Little Red Corvette- I don't think this song is about a car. Because his music is so varied, I think my immature mind didn't realize that I was a Prince fan. I knew tons of these songs (and from other albums), but I didn't realize they were all Prince. Delirious- he created this ridiculous Sesame Street beat and then puts one layer over it, and just rocks Let's Pretend We're Married- did he just say we I'm going to fuck the taste out yer mouth? DMSR- Automatic- Something in the Water- Free- after several electronic, drum machine driven songs, Prince creates this anthemic performance, with a piano, guitar and drum Lady Cab Driver All the Critics Love U in New York- International Lover- The sheer 80s-ness drum machine of the songs in the middle keep this from a five star.

Straight Outta Compton- still the Boom Bap that defined the early days of hip hop, but so much angrier. Fuck tha Police- I was only eight when this came out, so I didn't listen to it until about a decade later. I think this was the most explicit anger directed at the police, even though other groups had voiced that anger before Gangsta Gansta- a strangely placed song about how they have embraced their roles as rebels- gangsta rap was not inherently about traditional "gangsterism", but more about rebels living at the edges or society. Homophobia and sexism are huge in this song. If It Ain't Ruff-not about sex as you might expect, more of a brag track about how tuff they are Parental Discretion Iz- funky background- probably Dre's best sampling so far 8 Ball (Remix)- I think Eazy E is bragging about doing cocaine Something Like That Express Yourself Compton'S N tha House I ain't Tha 1- perhaps the high point of misogyny on the album, led by Ice Cube Dopeman- a rare overtly positive message- stay away from crack

Rag Mama Rag The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down- maybe the best song ever written about the Civil War- not sure why Canadians memorialized the Confederacy

Better than I expected. I did not make it all the way through, because of time.

What can I say? Like several of these albums, I am glad I listened to it. But I would never buy it. I may have to reconsider my rankings.

How many songs does this album have? YouTube only has four songs available? Spotify will play them out of order. He does have a great voice I would listen to more of this. Unfortunately, I was unable to listen to the entire album.

Loved this album 20 years ago. Probably should have had a little more Prince in my life at that point. When the Man Comes Around- completely moving Hurt Give My Love to Rose Bridge Over Troubled Water I Hung My Head The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face Personal Jesus In My Life This album could change how I rate all the other albums. I truly enjoyed this as young man. But it is largely carried by Cash's failing baritone, and other writers' songs. There isn't much that is overly creative or adventurous.

The good stuff is excellent. The slop is really sloppy. I never really got into Eminem, even though I am probably the ideal age and perfect demographic for him- light skinned guy from the suburbs. Public Service Announcement 2000 Kill You Stan- yuuuup- great cut from Dido, great story, great passion- he is at his best when he is looking at the world differently Paul Who Knew- Eminem makes interesting points about people being hypocrites, but a lot of times it just feels like he is excusing his own behavior Steve Berman The Way I Am- what made this a single? The Real Slim Shady- if Eminem had more songs like this, he could be in the conversation for greatest rapper ever. But he doesn't. Remember Me I'm Back Marshall Mathers Ken Kaniff Drug Ballad Amityville- whatever Bitch Please 2- Dr. Dre was never a great rapper, and he got worse over the years- still probably the best ear for beats and sound ever. Nate Dogg may be the voice in hip hop ever. Kim Under the Influence Criminal- wait, another song about how his music shouldn't bemisinterpreted? How many of these will there be? The Kids

Good for whatever it is. Happy to listen to it- would not listen to it on my own. Time to Pretend Weekend Wars The Youth Electric Feel Was this one of their big singles? This feels a bit familiar Kids Oh, this is the big single 4th Dimensional Transition Pieces of What Of Moons, Birds & Monsters The Handshake Future Reflections

Human Behavior- funky electronic stuff Crying- slowed down funky electronic stuff Venus as a Boy There's More to Life Than This Like Someone in Love Big Time Sensuality One Day Aeroplane Come to Me

Woof. This was tough listening. Two stars for talent. One star for how much I enjoyed it. Part 1 is this just soft piano music?- yup, it's just soft piano music Part 2a how can you tell the difference between parts? Part 2b I mean the guy is talented Part 2c this is a weird fusion of jazz, without any soul, classical and easy listening I wanted to make this two stars because of the talent, but I hated this in my soul.

Its a good album- i genuinely like The Who. But putting an album like this on the list really leans into that Anglo-centric, 65-75 era. What Fela Kuti album was left off in exchange for this? Armenia City in the Sky Heinz Baked Beans- fake ad like the rap albums from the 90s Mary Anne with the Shaky Hand- strange acoustic-ish Odorono- fine Tattoo- classic Daltrey falsetto, with that Townshend build Our Love Was- Keith Moon is the greatest drummer ever I Can See For Miles- one of the greatest Who songs, and thus rock songs, ever I Can't Reach You- good, traditional Who rock. Daltrey saves the screaming, Moon gets to show off Medac Relax Silas Stingy Sunrise Rael 1&2 End of the Original Album (YouTube plays a much longer extended version) Pictures of Lily Doctor, Doctor The Last Time Under My Thumb

I am Trying to Break Your Heart Kamera Radio Cure War in War Jesus, Etc Ashes of American Flags Heavy Metal Drummer I'm the Man Who Loves You- really cool groove Pot Kettle Black Poor Places Reservations There is a slow build to this album- it starts off as traditional-ish alt-country and builds to an electric rock-ish album.

It's a great mix of soul, funk, jazz and hip-hop. There is some great storytelling on here.

What the fuck is this? These dudes are amazing. And how on earth have I never listened to Kool Keith before? Oh look Marshall, you can write a rap song that doesn't require you to be angry about some random shit. Intro 3000 I Got to Tell You Earth People No Awareness Real Raw General Hospital Blue Flowers- was this the lead single? If there was a radio single? Technical Difficulties A Visit to the Gynecologist Bear Witness Dr. Octagon Girl Let Me Touch You I'm Destructive Wild and Crazy Elective Surgery Halfsharkalligatorhalfman- some of the weirdest shit I have heard, and yet a completely compelling story Blue Flowers (Revisited) Waiting List 1977

3.5 my gut says that Carey abandoned more creative song writing in exchange for hip-hop production beats. And yes, rap can be incredibly creative (Thank you Dr. Octagon) But when you give Puffy the reins, you're getting production, not words. Honey- love this song, even with Puffy acting the fool in the background Butterfly- standard Ballad about letting something go and hoping it returns My All The Roof (Back in Time)-Mariah's amazing voice over a dark hip hop beat Fourth of July Breakdown Baby doll- Carey is almost like a jazz artist- even if you don't know the words, her voice is a beautiful instrument Close My Eyes Whenever You Call- the intro is wildly unnecessary, it Mars a pretty good song. Fly Away The Beautiful Ones- Dru Hill still sucks, but the Prince feel on this song is incredible Outside Honey (Radio Mix) Honey (Def Club Mix) Mi Todo

Festival Junction- fun, high-spirited introduction Blues to Be There- the trumpet player with the mute is the hero- don't love the end, which sounds like something from a 50s sitcom Newport Up- clarinet and trumpet solos to open Jeep's Blues Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue- feels like a goshdarned juke joint, which is strange, because that wasn't Ellington's thing- he led the classics, most talented Orchestra in the world

It's fine. I wasn't offended by listening to it. Do the Strand Beauty Queen Strictly Confidential Editions of You In Every Dream Home a Heartache- weird prog rock finish The Bogus Man Grey Lagoons For Your Pleasure

Oh man, when I read that a criticism of this list was how Anglo-American dominated it was, I made up some half-hearted excuse about Western music. Because that's where the mass appeal is and even if they borrowed and, in many cases, stole the music from Black artists, they were the ones who sold the millions of albums. But this album is representative of the nonsense about Anglo-American bias. Introduction Hazey Jane 2 At the Chime of a City Clock One of These Things First Haley Jane 1 Bryter Layter Fly Poor Boy Northern Sky Sunday

Whoa! I used to love this album. I think this was the album that helped me love the Rolling Stones. I'd bought a few greatest hits albums to kind of acclimate to them. And my dad was a fan when I was growing up. But this was the first one that had a bunch of singles that made me go, "These guys really know what they are doing." I think it is still my second favorite album after Exile on Main Street, but they are completely different feeling albums. Gimme Shelter- why did it take me 30 years to look up these lyrics? Love in Vain- Robert Johnson's version is better, and not just because it is the original. The Stones do a great job with country and country blues. But I don't think Mick's voice carries country songs well. Country Honk Live with Me Let It Bleed- a cool country rocker about drugs Midnight Rambler You Got the Silver Monkey Man- the only song on the album I never got into You Can't Always Get What You Want- what a wonderful closing to the album- and if you think about it- the opener is a raging protest song against (probably) the Vietnam War. The closer is an acknowledgment that the war may not end. That protesting may not work. That people will protest against each other. So look for the happiness where you can get it.

I have listened to some of his work, and it is incredible. I had no idea Ginger Baker worked with him. It must have been an interesting transition from Clapton's racism. Okay- listened all day- maybe the first album I have listened to multiple times in a while.

Never listened to anything but singles, which I have mostly enjoyed. I would be hard to describe myself as "a fan", but I'm interested in seeing where this goes. Wow- I really enjoyed this. I grew up in the 90s- a time when pop music made us choose sides- Biggie v. Tupac; Nirvana v. Green Day, Britney v. Christina; Backstreet v. NSync. 25 years ago, I said that Christina would win, because her voice would win, even after she didn't have a 15 inch waist and she couldn't dance. (That's not me being judgmental- blame the record industry.) I'm pretty sure I'm correct. Christina's voice on this album makes every song worthy of repeat.

Cool funky sound. This is why I got into the project in the first place. I never would have listened to this, and I enjoyed it thoroughly.

Mojo Pin Grace- a vibe similar to Radiohead on The Bends Last Goodbye- I can't really pick up on the lyrics- he has an emotional voice, but I can't understand anything he is saying Lilac Wine So Real Hallelujah Lover, You Should've Come Over Corpus Christi Carol Eternal Life Dream Brother Forget Her Dream Brother (alternate take) Lost Highway (studio outtake) Alligator Wine (studio outtake) Mama, You Been On My Mind (studio outtake) Parchment Farm Blues/Preachin' Blues (studio outtake) The Other Woman (studio outtake) Kanga-Roo (studio outtake) I Want Someone Badly Eternal Life (road version) Kick Out the Jams (live at Columbia Records Radio Hour Dream Brother (nag champa mix) Strawberry Street (live rehearsal at Knitting Factory)

Lively Up Yourself No Woman, No Cry Them Belly Full But We Hungry Rebel Music 3 O'clock Roadblock So Jah Seh Natty Dread Bend Down Low Talkin' Blues Revolution

Growing up in the 90s, it was impossible to miss Song 2. I taped the album from a friend. I don't remember much, so this is mostly a new listening experience. Beetlebum Song 2 Country Sad Ballad Man M.O.R. On Your Own Theme from Retro You're so Great Death of a Party Chinese Bombs I'm Just a Killer for Your Love Look Inside America Strange News from Another Star Movin' On Essex Dogs

Are the Velvet Underground actually any good? I think they may be one of those bands that people pretend they like, without knowing more than one or two songs. White Light/White Heat - if this first song is any good, they ARE that good. The Gift- It's a cool blues-style riff, but what is the story being told? Lady Godiva's Operation Here She Comes Now I Heard Her Call My Name Sister Ray

And the Gods Made Love Have You Ever Been- if you have heard this album before, this is a perfect intro track (with respect to the real intro track) Crosstown Traffic- Hendrix wasn't great lyrically, but his understanding of sound was unlike anyone else's Voodoo Chile- Hendrix does his best to make something that sounds like a juke joint in the 30s- and then turns it onto a ten minute jam session Little Miss Strange- can't stand the vocals on this one- if you can get past them, it's got some soloing that is different for Hendrix Long Hot Summer Night- this song does not get enough credit for being a great Hendrix jam Come On (Let the Good Times Roll)- a Hendrix take on an classic blues anthem Gypsy Eyes Burning of the Midnight Lamp Rainy Day, Dream Away 1983 Moon, Turn the Tides... Gently, Gently, Away Still Raining, Still Dreaming House Burning Down All Along the Watchtower- Bob Dylan said the song belongs go Hendrix Voodoo Chile (Slight Tower) Maybe the greatest guitar song ever