My 2nd favorite Beatles album just behind The Beatles Self-Titled “White” Album. Last recorded album (not last released) by the band. Expertly assembled, engineered and produced. Literally every song is killer. The sound stage, engineering and mixing is legendary. Easy 5⭐️. Top 20/25 All-Time in my book.

Truly innovative. Imagine being a rock guitarist in 1978 and hearing this album for the first time. I imagine it was a bit confusing how he made the guitar sound the way he did. EVH is a top 5 all time guitarist in my opinion, primarily because he did things with the instrument no one had ever recorded before and influenced the next 15 years of rock guitarists. Outside of Hendrix, very few have been so influential. While I’m not the biggest fan of the band overall, this debut is their best in my opinion. I’m The One, Atomic Punk and On Fire are the deep track standouts. For me, a solid 4 ⭐️ as an album

First time listener of this album. Not a country fan and don’t really like her voice. It kinda rakes at me, I’m afraid. Lyrically, it is good though and I’m glad I listened to it this once.

Tried. I really tried. Just confirms the truth for me that I simply don’t like anything after about 1995. He wrote a song about a serial killer that killed over 30 boys from 14-21 years old. And it wasn’t even that good. The songs all sound the same. For me, the epitome of musicians after about 2000 that I can’t enjoy. At all. I’m sorry,. It’s not personal. I’m sure it’s me, not you. Just not an enjoyable listen at all to me…. Oh wait! I’m really glad I listened even though I hated it. That’s why I’m doing this list!!

Good listen. I didn’t know I knew the title track, but I totally did. Had no idea the artist or song title, but there it was leading off Green Onions. This genre is not my favorite and this album didn’t do anything to change that, but at ~35 minutes, it was a nice break from the usual.

I like Bruce. I don’t love Bruce. This is my favorite of his albums, so for me, it was worth the listen. Lots of singles on this one, so I was familiar with most of em. I think Thunderroad, Backstreets and Jungleland are my favs.

Album #3 in a string of 4 straight killer albums from the Stones. In my opinion, it was their peak season of creativity and writing (1968-1972). Beggars, Bleed, Sticky and Exile. I assume this stretch coincided with founder Brian Jones getting ousted (then tragically passing away). Jagger/Richards took on the song writing and Jimmy Miller was hired for album production. All my favorite Stone songs come out of this period. I don’t know if any of the other 3 are on this list (I haven’t come across them yet) but should be. Exile is my favorite Stones album, but Sticky is a real treat and holds up. Beggars and Exile are 5 stars for me. Bleed and Sticky are 4 stars.

Funky. Super. Fly. I’ve seen this album featured on various sites as a top 5 funk album all time. Never listened to it. It’s funk. It’s soul. It’s R&B. Really enjoyed each of the 36 minutes. The blend of instruments is crazy and the concept running thru the album of the attempt to escape the poverty-stricken drug abuse culture is gripping. At times, Mayfield somehow had me tapping my foot and feeling sorrowful at the same time. I was really rooting for the character to break free of the temptations all around. A real treat and a solid 5 ⭐️ for me.

Truly innovative. Imagine being a rock guitarist in 1978 and hearing this album for the first time. I imagine it was a bit confusing how he made the guitar sound the way he did. EVH is a top 5 all time guitarist in my opinion, primarily because he did things with the instrument no one had ever recorded before and influenced the next 15 years of rock guitarists. Outside of Hendrix, very few have been so influential. While I’m not the biggest fan of the band overall, this debut is their best in my opinion. I’m The One, Atomic Punk and On Fire are the deep track standouts. For me, a solid 4 ⭐️ as an album

Never really followed or listened to post-hardcore punk. Never heard of this album or band. I’m doing this project to get some exposure to different types of music and expand my general knowledge. Considering that objective, I’m glad I listened to this one, but probably won’t listen to it again. As far as 90’s hard punk goes, I can see why this album is on the list. I generally like aggressive music in the right circumstances and quantities, so this qualifies. It’s a pretty solid effort. They really mixed up the sounds and tempos and kept me engaged for most of the album. Maybe about 20-25 minutes longer than I would have preferred. Most punk albums I’ve listened to run about 30-40 minutes. 10 songs, 3.5 minutes each, hard and fast and in your face. This one kept going to the point I was getting a bit fatigued with it. I believe the version on Spotify was nearly 70 minutes.

This album is on the wrong list. Should be on “1001 Albums That May Kill You if You Hear Them”. I read on Reddit the list from Dimery was highly UK-centric (biased). This is the first evidence of this for me. Just a terrible album to be in the 1001. It literally shows up on no other compiled lists. The real proof is on the Wiki page as this list is literally the ONLY accolade. The artist surely paid to be here. I had much more fun reading the review comments than listening to this trainwreck. Y’all’s a creative bunch!!

First time listener of Bjork. Heard of her, but never listened. I don’t know if this album is representative of her typical work, but, surprisingly, I enjoyed it. Not a fan of electronic music at all, but the song writing and incredible voice made up for that. She has a beautiful voice and great range. Very emotional tie to the music she is writing. Good album, never got bored.

Fantastic. I’ve heard it all the way through several times. This run through was just as satisfying. Talking Book, Innervisions and this one. What a 4 year run. All 5 stars. This could be his greatest? I believe I read he thinks it is. 2nd half “deep tracks” are just so GOOD. For me, on a very short list of albums I would need on a desert island. Top 10 All-Time? Top 5? One could argue.

Best female vocalist of all time. Very respectful nod to Whitney. This album is definitely in the top 100 all time. Maybe top 50. Aretha at her best. Easy 5 ⭐️

Not what I was listening to in the 80’s so I’d never heard of her. Or this album. Over the last 25 years, I’ve become a sucker for female singer-songwriters. No exception here. I like it. Don’t know how this compares to her other albums, but I may explore some. Nowhere near the level of Joni Mitchell (Blue), Carole King (Tapestry) or Tracy Chapman (Self Titled), but a cool vibe with meaningful content.

I found this album to be quite underwhelming. Aside from “Imagine”, the rest of the tracks were new to me. Guess I was expecting something better. I did like the Paul “dis” track though. I respect his contributions to the Beatles over 7 years, but not a Lennon fan overall - seems like a petulant, narcissistic and hypocritical person. This album didn’t change that.

Last 4 of 6 have been female singer-songwriters. Glad they are well represented. I’m an 80’s kid and this album is a solid banger front to back as Punk meets New Wave. Glad for the re-listen. Felt like I was back in the 8th grade😂😂

My 2nd favorite Beatles album just behind The Beatles Self-Titled “White” Album. Last recorded album (not last released) by the band. Expertly assembled, engineered and produced. Literally every song is killer. The sound stage, engineering and mixing is legendary. Easy 5⭐️. Top 20/25 All-Time in my book.

Not the biggest Steely Dan but I’ve listened to their full 1970’s catalog over the years. In my opinion, this album is not better than Royal Scam, Aja or Cant Buy This Thrill - those are all 4-Stars for me. I do appreciate the Beckett/Fagan contribution to music. They write interesting music combining some cool Jazz, R&B, Funk and Rock elements. Lyrical compositions are very solid. I have to be in the right mood to listen to Steely Dan - they are not a band I can listen to over and over.

I have a lot of respect for the Who, however, any album that is not titled “Who’s Next?” is a 3 star. Who’s Next is by far their best and on my short “desert island” list. I’m giving this one a 4 ⭐️ as it was their debut album and was super progressive for its time. Standouts on this album are the title track, The Kids Are Alright and The Ox. Pete, Keith and John smoked this song. The oldest known recorded track by The Who and one of the top all-time rock instrumentals in my judgment.

I was afraid to listen to this considering the reviews and scores. Turns out, not terrible at all. I’m a metal (80s thrash) fan, so this sounded on point. Nice, short compositions with aggressive drop-d rhythms and double-kick speed percussion. Not a fan of the growling vocals so I can see why others hate it and I also won’t be adding it to the heavy rotation album list.

I’ve tried a few times now to understand and appreciate the appeal of this genre and musical style. It’s just not jiving for me. Moreover, I’m not sure how one selects “the best” from this electronic-techno genre. I simply don’t hear the difference in the music. I suppose this one is as good as any, which is to say, not very.

Listened to this one dozens of times over the years. A very solid album - probably the best of the “sleaze-rock” albums - falling somewhere between the glam-hair metal and thrash coming out in the mid 80’s. And it’s definitely sleazy. Ranks up there as one of the best debuts of all time (hit singles, sales). Sure, a couple of made for radio hits but also some deep cut bangers. Every song is solid. No filler.

I like this album. I really enjoy progressive-jazz rock going back to the late 60s-early 70s. (i.e. King Crimson, Gentle Giant, ELP, early Genesis, etc). It’s different than my normal listen, but talented artists and a linch pin for future progressive music. I was not familiar with Robert Wyatt’s solo career, although I’m familiar with Soft Machine, specifically The Soft Machine (1968). Also familiar with Brian Eno of Roxy Music. Putting these elements together was fun and a good listen. Somehow, I doubt this album attracted much attention in 1997. How do you compete with Radiohead, Third Eye Blind and Wu-Tang? But this is the perfect example of why I’m doing this project. Don’t read reviews before you listen. What you like is what you like. You’ve been warned.

Familiar with most East/West coast artists/albums from this era, but this artist and album flew under my radar. Album art is eerily prophetic. It’s a really solid record. Jeru is a great lyricist with meaningful and clever lines. MC work is masterful. The DJ beats vacillated between average and unique. The album definitely holds up 30 years later. I’ll add this one to my rotation of early 90s rap for sure.

This style is not for me. Low-key ambient, electronic, meandering. Some cool rhythms on a few songs. Not really sure why this is a top 1,000 album I need to listen to - but OK.

Seems this guy is a complete trainwreck. But separating the art from the artist, this album from 20+ years ago is a very solid record. Real and raw. I liked it. Based on the comments, it seems he’s jumped off the rails since this release - but nonetheless worthy of a top 1,000 album.

Really love this CCR album. I can never decide between Willy and this one as my favorite from CCR. Probably Willy, but this is a close #2. Well produced, lyrically and musically excellent. It’s almost like a greatest hits album. 6 out of the 11 songs were released as singles and all charted. Up Around the Bend / Run Through the Jungle on the flip side was a monster single release in 1970. Great album.

Meh. I finished it. It’s a bit too chaotic for me. Raw, unpolished, not what I enjoy listening to primarily. I’ll mark it in the middle, not the worst on this list and definitely not the best.

For me, this is the best Bob Dylan album. I’ve listened to it dozens of times. It’s a 5 ⭐️ and on my desert island short list. One could argue it’s a top 20/25 album all time. The deep-track Visions of Johanna may be his best song ever. I understand why some may criticize his vocals, but he is the best song writer in the last 60 years. Bar none. The blues chord progressions are fantastic. Such a rich story-teller. A real masterpiece.

First hearing of this artist or album. Is it funk? Synth-Pop? Progressive Jazz? Blues-Rock? I believe the answer is “Yes”. It seems impossible to nail down a genre. And I actually enjoyed it. I can’t think of another album or style to compare it to from that era. Seems really innovative for the time (1977). Cool calypso beats, horns, funky synth, solid guitar work and effects. I may add this one to my rotation for “work-focus” albums. Or perhaps my “sipping Mojitos” rotation. Decent stuff.

Much of this album strays away from the folk music Mitchell was best known for as she experimented with a decidedly Jazz sound. The bass lines, percussion, vocals all sound more jazz than folk. Still a solid singer-songwriter and I thought the lyrics were deep and meaningful. While I really love Blue, I did not like this sound as much.

I’ve only heard 2 Isaac Hayes albums. This one today and Black Moses. I liked this one but I like Black Moses better. Good album.

I’ve always had a great deal of respect for Prince. For some reason, this album is not one I’ve listening to. I think I was more into the singles. However, this whole album is fantastic. The funk sound he pulls + his amazing guitar work. It’s his best in my opinion. It’s getting added to my desert island list. I’m glad it spun up today, otherwise I may have never listened to it. Solid 5 ⭐️ for me.

Interesting band, interesting album. I like Funk. I like Rock. I like Ska. I like Punk. Put them all in a blender for 40 minutes ? Yeah, it works for me.

I forgot how much I enjoy the Kinks. Especially Lola Vs.Powerman…. Such a great album. This one is a new album for me and I really liked it. I’m a sucker for a good concept album. I will give it a few more listens as, in my experience, it takes a few listens to really develop a good understanding of the narrative. Solid 4 for me.

Great record. Velvet Underground is ground-breaking, counter-cultural, underground ear candy to all that listen to them. They are odd as hell. However, John Cale was the real driver behind the madness. This album and White Heat/White Light are the best of the band and both are top 100 all-time albums in my book. Not sure which I like better. This one is unique as Nico adds more texture to the album flow - Femme Fatale is Fantastic- although, I understand why her vocals get such negative comments. Probably your favorite band’s favorite band. Easy 5 ⭐️.

I got through about half this album. More generational discord emanating from this list. Not sure what this genre is called, but I dislike it. I don’t understand why this one is in the 1,000 list. Don’t like it, don’t appreciate its contribution to music in general.

I’ve never liked the Yardbirds. Really just a cover band ripping off 30 year-old blues riffs without crediting the source. They have always sounded unimaginative, uncreative and boring while led by the 2 biggest riff-thief’s of all time. However, sandwiched in between these 2 freeloaders is Jeff Beck. This album, with Beck at the helm, is different than the rest. It’s more creative, fun and wholly innovative with a wide range of styles, instruments and mood swings. Despite their general lack of good lyrics and crappy vocals, this is really their best album by a wide margin. Beck simply makes everyone around him better. Thank you Jeff Beck. RIP

40 days in and finally a jazz album. Really good album. So different than all his earlier recordings. While I prefer the hard-bop style, it’s tough to say I don’t like this. It was a ground-breaking jazz sound in 1969 and I love risky, game changing albums that are 5-6 years ahead of everyone else. Good listen.

This is their best album in my opinion. It has catchy riffs and hooks throughout, with some deep cut surprises (Hold Back the Rain, New Religion, The Chauffeur). And, of course, the singles are solid. And GAWD. The bass. John Taylor does not get enough credit for his bass playing. It’s really good, but not great. Solid 4⭐️ for me.

Liked this. Double is a bit long - with some work, a single LP may have been much more memorable. Nonetheless, this is very solid 80s New Wave.

I kind of forgot about this album. Not the biggest U2 fan, but this record smokes. Bullet the Blue Sky, One Tree Hill and Exit were a few of my deep track standouts aside from the well-known singles.

I like how the Byrds evolved over the years. Basically a Pop Cover Band > Original Psyche Rock > Killer Country Rock. Jim McQuinn is an excellent guitarist and has such a unique sound with the 12-String. The harmonies are always on point. I liked the majority of the songs on this record. While not my favorite Byrds album - that would be Sweetheart of the Rodeo - it’s still a solid record.

My first experience with Nick Cave. Weird one. I think I like Cave. I think. I need to listen to more. I’ll try some of the older albums to see if it sinks in. This album was good. Listened to the end and went back to repeat a few songs. 3⭐️

Just listened to this album a few months ago for the 5th or 6th time. In my opinion, it is the best of the ex-Beatle solo albums. Harrison is a fantastic song writer and musician. Although a double - album, there are no “skip” songs. Didn’t listen to Apple Jam on this run. It’s fun, but just a bit much after 2 LP’s. I’m scoring it sans Apple Jam (which pushes the runtime beyond most peoples tolerance). 76 minutes without it. Top 100 all time in my opinion. 5⭐️

First time listener to the Strokes. This is a very solid album. They’ve continued the long tradition of gritty New York underground bands like Velvet Underground, New York Dolls, Television and the Ramones. I like the muddy, LoFi feel to the production. Good lyrics, catchy riffs. New discovery for me. I’m a fan!! Solid 4⭐️

Solid 70’s Blues Rock. A collection of nomadic English musicians that found themselves together for 4 albums before all went on to bigger and better things (Humble Pie, The Who, The Rolling Stones, Solo). Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood were a great song-writing tandem while they lasted. This album is their best effort. No skip songs, but standouts are Miss Judy’s Farm and Stay With Me (Side 1). Too Bad and That’s All You Need (Side 2). 4⭐️ album. It will be spun again for sure.

Damn. One of my all-time favorites. It’s in my top 100 all-time. I don’t skip any song, but if I did, it would be on the 2nd disc - Disc 1 is 100% 🔥. Jimmy Chamberlain should be in the discussion for top 25 drummers ever. It was never the same without the rhythm section of both Jimmy and D’Arcy. But for this one - Easy 5 ⭐️

I’m admittedly stuck in the pre-2000 musical era. I don’t like the “evolution” of Alt Rock. Radiohead are some of the early pioneers of this evolution and they seem heavily over-represented on this list. I accepted Kid A and it was decent, however, everything from this album forward is simply not what I like. I’m giving this a 2⭐️. Kid A a 3⭐️ and all previous Radiohead albums are 4⭐️. While I admire their accolades, influence, creativity and ability to evolve and take music in a new direction - I simply don’t like the destination.