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3.13
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1990
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Rock
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US
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3
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You Love More Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Head Hunters
Herbie Hancock
5 3.54 +1.46
A Love Supreme
John Coltrane
5 3.64 +1.36
Let It Bleed
The Rolling Stones
5 3.8 +1.2

You Love Less Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
A Hard Day's Night
Beatles
2 3.88 -1.88
A Rush Of Blood To The Head
Coldplay
2 3.43 -1.43
The Village Green Preservation Society
The Kinks
2 3.4 -1.4
Make Yourself
Incubus
2 3.08 -1.08

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All Ratings (16)

Graceland by Paul Simon
Jan 31 2025

This album has a very interesting combination of influences and styles, such as african music and features (for this context) unusual sounds like the accordion. However the overall sounds is very reminiscent of the 80s, therefore not timeless like other works where Paul Simon was involved.

Moon Safari by Air
Feb 02 2025

Very nice and never heard of the Duo. The Bass is very present over the whole album and gives it a unique groove. The synth sounds are also well crafted and the compositions don't get boring

Let It Bleed by The Rolling Stones
Feb 03 2025

This is my favourite Stones record. It features some of their greatest tracks, such as Gimme Shelter, Midnight Rambler and You Can't Always Get What You Want. I also really like the country version of Honky Tonk Woman. Beyond the great songs, the album as a whole never bores me for a single minute, and the production is also top notch for 1969.

Eliminator by ZZ Top
Feb 04 2025

Very sexy and heavy sounding. This is probably the first blues-style album to feature synthesizers and drum machines.

A Hard Day's Night by Beatles
Feb 05 2025

Compared to their later work, the songwriting here is quite basic, and unfortunately, there are no songs written by Harrison. However, the album features some memorable hits, including the title track and my personal favorite, Can’t Buy Me Love.

The Infotainment Scan by The Fall
Feb 06 2025

Post-Punk is not a genre I listen to very often but I liked the experimental nature of the music presented here.

Feb 07 2025

This is great music, especially the groovy beats and funky guitar parts, which are so much fun to listen to. Of course, the lyrics are debatable, and it can be challenging to take in so much “street knowledge” in just one hour. I wish today’s hip-hop featured more real instruments instead of cheap electronic sounds all over the place.

Master Of Puppets by Metallica
Feb 08 2025

In my opinion, Metallica never made a truly great album. Master of Puppets has some very strong tracks, but as a whole, it doesn’t fully convince me when listening to it back-to-back. Moreover, the sound feels a bit weak to me, and I prefer listening to live versions of the songs, where the band sounds much fuller. The real masterpiece on this album is Orion, and it’s a tragedy that the band lost Cliff Burton shortly after recording it.

Make Yourself by Incubus
Feb 09 2025

If I had to explain what modern rock music is to someone, this album would be a good example. It’s well-made, but there’s nothing here that truly surprises me or resonates with me emotionally. So far, my favourite track is Drive.

A Love Supreme by John Coltrane
Feb 11 2025

This might be the greatest jazz record of all time. I’m not religious in any way, but when I listen to music as beautiful as this, I can’t help but wonder if I’m missing something.

Talking Timbuktu by Ali Farka Touré
Feb 13 2025

I really like the mix of African traditional music and electric guitar playing. Ali Farka Touré has a truly unique style on the instrument and a beautiful tone. The only point of criticism I have is that the tracks sometimes sound very similar to one another; however, the album flows very well as a whole.

Medúlla by Björk
Feb 14 2025

For the first few songs, the music really excited me. Björk creates a unique sound world almost entirely with her voice. Sadly, the style didn’t really change throughout the album, and it became a bit boring to me.

Feb 15 2025

This album is, unfortunately, the last strong record from the band. It feels like the moment when Coldplay began leaning towards a more mainstream pop sound. Still, the shift is executed remarkably well in tracks like "Clocks" and "The Scientist", two of the bands most enduring successes. My personal favourite peace is "Daylight". I really like its relentless energy and the distinctive sound choices throughout.

Smokers Delight by Nightmares On Wax
Jun 16 2025

Very atmospheric and groovy. However I don't take drugs anymore...

Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock
Jun 20 2025

“Head Hunters” is, in my view, Herbie Hancock’s crowning achievement—a landmark in jazz-funk that remains as fresh and inventive today as it was upon release. Each track stands on its own, brimming with personality and groove, while the ensemble playing is nothing short of masterful. Hancock’s synth work is both playful and profound, and the rhythm section lays down some of the tightest, most infectious grooves in fusion history. A timeless, genre-defining masterpiece.

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