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AlbumYouGlobalDiff
A Seat at the Table
Solange
5 3 +2
Golden Hour
Kacey Musgraves
5 3.08 +1.92
American Beauty
Grateful Dead
5 3.24 +1.76
The Köln Concert
Keith Jarrett
5 3.39 +1.61
good kid, m.A.A.d city
Kendrick Lamar
5 3.65 +1.35
The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill
5 3.66 +1.34
Born In The U.S.A.
Bruce Springsteen
5 3.69 +1.31
Live At The Harlem Square Club
Sam Cooke
5 3.76 +1.24
My Life In The Bush Of Ghosts
Brian Eno
4 2.79 +1.21
Brutal Youth
Elvis Costello
4 2.79 +1.21

You Love Less Than Most

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Violator
Depeche Mode
1 3.7 -2.7
The Velvet Underground & Nico
The Velvet Underground
1 3.62 -2.62
Moon Safari
Air
1 3.57 -2.57
Play
Moby
1 3.45 -2.45
Songs Of Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen
1 3.38 -2.38
Horses
Patti Smith
1 3.31 -2.31
First Band On The Moon
The Cardigans
1 3.29 -2.29
Homework
Daft Punk
1 3.28 -2.28
Close To The Edge
Yes
1 3.2 -2.2
Third
Portishead
1 3.13 -2.13

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Led Zeppelin 4 4.25
Nirvana 3 4.33

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Depeche Mode 2 1.5
The Smiths 3 2

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Heroes by David Bowie

Heroes the song is iconic and alone is worthy of several stars. Some of the songs aren't my style, but because it's Bowie, he keeps it interesting.

Blackstar by David Bowie

Bowie will always be weird, but still interesting. I liked it, didn't love it, but I could see myself listening to it again.

If i were to think of Irish punk folk music, The Pogues is exactly what I'd think of. The songs have beautiful melodies, and the rock pairs well. That being said, after about five songs, I had my fill.

Born In The U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen

God, what a great album. Such a great blending of pop rock. The hit singles from this album are some of the most famous rock songs, but the other songs on the album are about as good.

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What's Going On by Marvin Gaye
Apr 15 2025

Loved the album. The music is soulful and smooth. The lyrics are powerful--would like to listen to it again to pay more attention to the message.

Green Onions by Booker T. & The MG's
Apr 16 2025

It was fine. I'd love hearing a church organist play this at a baseball game, but otherwise, meh. A lot of it was cover of popular songs, and honestly, I'd rather just listen to the originals (of which Booker T was likely playing).

Frank by Amy Winehouse
Apr 17 2025

Had never listened to this album. She has one helluva a voice, but I didn't like the songs as much as her later stuff. More jazz club vibes. Still enjoyable just to listen to her sing.

Ready To Die by The Notorious B.I.G.
Apr 18 2025

The album is fantastic. BIG's wordplay is so good. You can hear hip hop genre changing on this album. He begins with reference to old school MCs like Grand Master Flash, and BIG wraps over a beat suitable for Flash on the first song Tings Done Changed. As the album progresses, the beats become more complex, and BIG's voice shines when it's contrasted with sweeter accompanying music like the female voice on Juicy. You can tell he's finding his style on this record.

Talking Heads 77 by Talking Heads
Apr 21 2025

It's David Byrne. It's weird but also has a listenable quality.

The Number Of The Beast by Iron Maiden
Apr 22 2025

The song with the same name rocks. Not an every day listen, but when you need to get amped, this album is perfect.

Lust For Life by Iggy Pop
Apr 23 2025

Great voice. Good introduction into punk--can feel some Motown influences, too.

Who's Next by The Who
Apr 24 2025

Great album. Baba O'Reilly is the best, and while not as good, the other songs hold up.

A Seat at the Table by Solange
Apr 25 2025

Did not see this coming. The album was just fun to listen to--had a great sonic quality. Plus Master P on the interludes.

Time Out by The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Apr 29 2025

The music was interesting, but at the end of the day, it's jazz. I wouldn't mind listening to this at a bar or restaurant, but otherwise, meh.

25 by Adele
Apr 30 2025

Great voice. Music gets a bit repetitive. Except for Million Years Ago... nice change of pace.

Sulk by The Associates
May 01 2025

Wow. That was an experience. Sounded a bit like Bowie, but not Bowie. They seem peak new wave.

1984 by Van Halen
May 02 2025

Great rock album. Strong guitars. Lightning fast drums. Love it

Electric Ladyland by Jimi Hendrix
May 05 2025

It's Jimi Hendrix. There are some songs and guitar riffs that are amazing. There are parts that are just ... weird.

Exodus by Bob Marley & The Wailers
May 06 2025

Loved listening to it. Guiltiness is my favorite on the album.

Slayed? by Slade
May 07 2025

Powerful rock. Had never heard of them before, but they're great

Pretenders by Pretenders
May 08 2025

Strong album. Great voice. A few misses, but overall, good blending from punk to more mainstream rock.

Play by Moby
May 09 2025

I never liked Moby as a person. Couldn't tell you why, but after listening to this album, I know why. Half of it is pretentious crap. The other half is some brilliant sound, but he just repeats it for the entire song, ruining anything interesting. Do better, Moby. Or don't. You suck.

Brilliant Corners by Thelonious Monk
May 12 2025

It’s jazz. Interesting but still jazz

Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revival
May 13 2025

Solid CCR album. Good variety in songs

Legalize It by Peter Tosh
May 15 2025

Just not my style of reggae music. Introspective.

Faith by George Michael
May 16 2025

Great voice. Some songs are bangers, and overall, the album is listenable. Just ok, though.

Paranoid by Black Sabbath
May 19 2025

Opens great with War Pigs and Paranoid. Iconic voice, awesome guitars and drums. Album goes hard. Some songs (Electric Funeral, Planet Caravan) are just ok.

Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stones
May 20 2025

Iconic guitars. Feel the blues influences. Wild Horses is incredible.

E.V.O.L. by Sonic Youth
May 21 2025

Experimental music. Not really my style. Nothing I'd want to listen to again.

Swordfishtrombones by Tom Waits
May 22 2025

I don't get it. He's got a great voice though.

May 23 2025

Catchy beats, but they seem a little dated. He's got a solid sense of humor. I'm just ok with his rap style.

...And Justice For All by Metallica
May 26 2025

Lots of guitar riffs. Lots of them. Feels like metal equivalent of a jam band. Still rocks

Cloud Nine by The Temptations
May 27 2025

Different than what I was expecting from The Temptations, but I like it.

1977 by Ash
May 28 2025

Not sure how to feel about them. Overall, I liked it. Good listen and a bit more punk on the pop-punk scale.

May 29 2025

Amazing album. I remember listening to it growing up, and the album still holds up. Champagne Supernova will remain the best, but nearly every song is fantastic. Oasis is the best British band since the Beetles.

The Cars by The Cars
May 30 2025

Really dig their new wave vibe. High energy, solid rock, weird concept.

Jun 02 2025

Great album. There are some good songs by themselves, but so much better when played in order.

The Next Day by David Bowie
Jun 03 2025

It's Bowie, so it's of course going to be enjoyable to listen to. But there wasn't anything great about the album.

Black Monk Time by The Monks
Jun 04 2025

Couldn't find the actual album, but apparently, The Early Years 1964-1965 has a similar track listing. Never heard of them before. Not heavy on the lyrics, but I dig their style. They span genres. Sounds like The Doors at times, and 50s bubble gum pop at other times.

Strange Cargo III by William Orbit
Jun 05 2025

Good ambient music. Wouldn't mind listening to it again. If I heard it again, would I know that I was listening to William Orbit? Not a chance.

Master Of Puppets by Metallica
Jun 06 2025

Feels like a heavy metal jam band. Lots of drum solos and guitar riffs. The album is angry and aggressive--gets you pumped up, but I felt like a lot of songs just rolled into each other without much distinction. Still hard.

L.A. Woman by The Doors
Jun 09 2025

Riders on the Storm is amazing. Great album. The blues guitar with Morrison's voice is fantastic.

Jun 10 2025

Great album. First Nirvana album I ever owned. Every time I listen to it, it just sounds fresh and unique. Kurt's voice just plays so well with the acoustic guitar. Love this.

Viva Hate by Morrissey
Jun 11 2025

His music isn't my favorite style, but his voice and the music is interesting. Don't mind listening to it, at all.

Lam Toro by Baaba Maal
Jun 12 2025

No clue what he sang about, but a fun album. Some of the songs have a Lionel Richie "All Night Long" vibe, but for the most, a distinct voice.

Smile by Brian Wilson
Jun 13 2025

I don't know, man. It sounds like the Beach Boys, but instead written and performed by a bunch of young guys on drugs, it's written and performed by a bunch of old guys on drugs, which I suppose it is. Sure?

Rubber Soul by Beatles
Jun 16 2025

Interesting songs, and some are among my favorites. They managed to explore the different genres that influence rock.

This Year's Model by Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Jun 17 2025

Fun album, solid pop songs. Sounded a bit like early ska, maybe that's the post-punk. He has such a distinct sound

Doggystyle by Snoop Dogg
Jun 18 2025

Classic album. The style carries through the songs. Great songs. Ain't No Fun is funny, but of a different era.

Tanto Tempo by Bebel Gilberto
Jun 19 2025

Not my style, but I didn’t mind it as background music

Ctrl by SZA
Jun 20 2025

It was fine. Not my preference, but didn't mind listening to it.

Led Zeppelin IV by Led Zeppelin
Jul 01 2025

The album is incredible. At some point, nearly every song on this album has been my favorite Zeppelin song. This album goes hard.

Another Green World by Brian Eno
Jul 02 2025

I don't much like Prog Rock, but if I did like Prog Rock, I think I'd love this album. When the song had no lyrics, I wanted lyrics. When the song had lyrics, I wanted no lyrics.

Face to Face by The Kinks
Jul 03 2025

Sounds like the Beatles, but not as good. Nothing particularly pulls me in.

Behaviour by Pet Shop Boys
Jul 04 2025

Sounds like a listening tour of New Wave from the 80s. Some sounds like Depeche Mode, some sounds like Culture Club. "How Can You Expect to be Taken Seriously?" is a rip off of "Straight Up" by Paula Abdul.

Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode
Jul 07 2025

Sad boy rock. It's good. Better Depeche Mode songs and albums.

The Clash by The Clash
Jul 08 2025

When I think of punk music, I think of The Clash. Not a huge fan of punk, but at least it's short.

21 by Adele
Jul 09 2025

The album was massive. It's my favorite of her three albums. Her voice is incredible. The ballads get a bit tedious for me, perhaps because this album was so ubiquitous. I prefer the pop songs, but still awesome.

Fire Of Love by The Gun Club
Jul 10 2025

Different style of punk that I'm accustomed to, but I liked it. More blues influence. Feels like a forerunner for Kings of Leon

Born In The U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen
Jul 11 2025

God, what a great album. Such a great blending of pop rock. The hit singles from this album are some of the most famous rock songs, but the other songs on the album are about as good.

Jul 14 2025

I've enjoyed the Arctic Monkeys. The guitar on Mardy Bum kills me, I love it. But I had never listened to an entire album. Still love them. I can't figure out why I enjoy them so much, but I guess the guitars, and the punk ethos, and the voice all come together nicely.

Dusty In Memphis by Dusty Springfield
Jul 15 2025

Such a smooth voice. Sounds like early Motown. Feels like the music for a James Bond song.

System Of A Down by System Of A Down
Jul 16 2025

The music is definitely interesting, but I'm not particularly a big fan of it.

Woodface by Crowded House
Jul 17 2025

There are some songs that sound like a Beatles cover band wanted to write songs in that style, but suitable for the 90s audience. There's a strong early 90s vibe with the music. Nothing grabs me

Emperor Tomato Ketchup by Stereolab
Jul 18 2025

It started off weird, but I was willing to give it a chance because it sounded different. It never improved.

Morrison Hotel by The Doors
Jul 21 2025

Started off so strong. The blues. The rock. The rawness. By the end, I got a little worn out, but overall, loved the album.

Licensed To Ill by Beastie Boys
Jul 22 2025

Such a fun album. Their sound on this album is iconic

Jul 23 2025

I love this album. The beats are so interesting. It feels just as fresh as if it were made yesterday, but it also seems of a different era. Lauryn Hill moves so easily between rapping and singing.

Black Sabbath by Black Sabbath
Jul 24 2025

Guitars were more bluesy than metal. Ozzy was featured, but he's not yet the Ozzy that became famous. Still a good album

Rust Never Sleeps by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Jul 25 2025

The album is kinda all over the map. Solid listen--like that it opens with the smooth acoustic My My, Hey Hey and ends with the gritty electric Hey Hey, My My. Clear there's a lot going on in the album, but even when not listening intently to the lyrics, I still enjoyed listening to it.

All Directions by The Temptations
Jul 28 2025

Not what I was expecting from The Temptations. Some songs I liked. Some I didn't. Glad to have listened to it

Jul 29 2025

If i were to think of Irish punk folk music, The Pogues is exactly what I'd think of. The songs have beautiful melodies, and the rock pairs well. That being said, after about five songs, I had my fill.

Is This It by The Strokes
Jul 30 2025

Didn't much care for them when they came out. The album is fine. Their hits aren't bad, but just overplayed.

Live At The Regal by B.B. King
Jul 31 2025

The guy can play guitar, and it sounded like a helluva concert. Overall though, the album was just fine.

Aug 01 2025

I'm not a big fan of prog rock. It wasn't the worst thing I've listened to (Moby), but I'm fine never listening to this again.

Aug 04 2025

I don't hate this album, even if it's just a bunch of whining. Even though fans of The Smiths are obnoxious, I will grant them that the music is certainly interesting.

Metallica by Metallica
Aug 05 2025

It might be their most mainstream album, but whatever. This album rocks. Enter Sandman might be the best intro song to an album. This is the Metallica I knew

The Undertones by The Undertones
Aug 06 2025

It's fast. It's more pop than punk. Nothing memorable

Natty Dread by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Aug 07 2025

Not my most favorite Marley songs. It was just fine

Crime Of The Century by Supertramp
Aug 08 2025

The first song surprised me, and I thought I was in store for an unexpected listen. But as it dragged on, I was disappointed. The Supertramp keyboard sound gets old.

Lost In The Dream by The War On Drugs
Aug 11 2025

Wasn't expecting to enjoy this as much as I did. Feels like a mixture between Dire Straits and Tom Petty. Not as distinct a voice as Tom Petty, but good.

Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins
Aug 12 2025

Some of my favorite Smashing Pumpkins songs. The album starts strong, fades, and then finishes strong.

Drunk by Thundercat
Aug 13 2025

Interesting album. Some vibes like Childish Gambino's Redbone. I like it, but not entirely sold.

Maverick A Strike by Finley Quaye
Aug 14 2025

A handful of the songs were ok, but I wouldn't listen to the album again.

This Is Fats Domino by Fats Domino
Aug 18 2025

I couldn't find the original album, so I listened to an essentials playlist of him. You can't help but smile when you listen to his music. That New Orleans feel. His voice. I love it

The Stone Roses by The Stone Roses
Aug 19 2025

I understand the significance of this album in terms of transition between two periods, and it's got a few good songs. But otherwise, meh.

Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen
Aug 21 2025

What a great album. Thunder Road is among the best. The rest of it is good. The album might be short, but it doesn't waste a minute.

Tusk by Fleetwood Mac
Aug 26 2025

I liked the Lindsey Buckingham and Katherine McVie songs more than I thought I would. I disliked the Stevie Nicks songs more than I thought I would. Interesting album.

2112 by Rush
Aug 28 2025

I've found a lot of albums that I don't mind having on in the background, but I'd never actively seek out listening to it again. This album falls squarely into that category.

Whatever by Aimee Mann
Aug 29 2025

Nothing stood out as memorable, but the pop/alternative vibe brought waves of nostalgia. I wouldn't actively seek out this album, but it was an enjoyable listen.

Violator by Depeche Mode
Sep 01 2025

I like Personal Jesus, but otherwise, no thank you.

Live And Dangerous by Thin Lizzy
Sep 02 2025

Maybe it was the time of day when I was listening to it--grilling for dinner, but I really enjoyed the album. Plus Huey Lewis

Survivor by Destiny's Child
Sep 03 2025

Great voices. Some of the singles are legit. But really the album drags by the end

Sep 04 2025

It's not as bad as I expected. Kinda like Oasis, but instead of just doing heroin and alcohol, they did ecstasy

Sep 05 2025

Please make it stop. I like some of his singles, so I thought this would at least be listenable. I was wrong. There's not enough drugs in this world to make it tolerable.

Sound of Silver by LCD Soundsystem
Sep 08 2025

For so many reasons, I want to dislike this album, but there's something about it that amuses me.

At Mister Kelly's by Sarah Vaughan
Sep 09 2025

Not the biggest fan of jazz, but man, her voice is incredible.

Highway to Hell by AC/DC
Sep 10 2025

It's AC/DC, so it's going to rock. But it's not nearly as good as Back in Black. I just kinda wished I was listening to that album.

Queen II by Queen
Sep 11 2025

Not the queen I was looking fir

Pink Moon by Nick Drake
Sep 12 2025

Good background music and relaxing voice.

Melodrama by Lorde
Sep 15 2025

Feels a bit more electronic version of Taylor Swift. I'm impressed. Solid music. Good songwriting. Interesting pop album

Pretzel Logic by Steely Dan
Sep 16 2025

The album was interesting. Had some strong points, but not my favorite.

Ingenue by k.d. lang
Sep 17 2025

No, thank you.

Bayou Country by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Sep 18 2025

Never mad to listen to CCR. Missing a few of my favorites, but learned about Penthouse Pauper.

Devil Without A Cause by Kid Rock
Sep 19 2025

I won't lie that I didn't enjoy this album when it came out. Despite owning the album, I don't know that I've ever listened to all of the album. I think Kid Rock is the worm that inhabits RFK's brain, but this album isn't too bad. Some of the songs are stupid, but there's some gold.

Deja Vu by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Sep 22 2025

Great album. Some of the songs have almost become parodies of hippie culture. They're better when they have Neil Young.

The Fat Of The Land by The Prodigy
Sep 23 2025

I'm torn on this one. I don't much care for techno music, but I enjoy some of their hits. But in the end, it just gets repetitive.

Get Behind Me Satan by The White Stripes
Sep 24 2025

I can't figure out why I want to like The White Stripes, but they just don't do it for me. The album is interesting, and some songs are worthwhile. I'm just not a fan. Dunno.

The Velvet Underground & Nico by The Velvet Underground
Sep 25 2025

I'm sure this album is hugely influential, and my tastes are too boring to understand this album. Whatever. Nico sucks. This album isn't great.

Machine Head by Deep Purple
Sep 26 2025

Despite being from Englnd, it sounds very much as early southern rock. Bluesy. Good enough

Stand! by Sly & The Family Stone
Sep 29 2025

It was fine

Californication by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Sep 30 2025

I've never much liked RHCP. Californication is fine, but no thanks.

Blood Sugar Sex Magik by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Oct 01 2025

That was mean of them to put two RHCP albums in a row. I disliked this album less than I disliked Californication, but I still disliked this album. If the other one is a low 2 star (2.1), this is a mid 2 star (2.6).

Marquee Moon by Television
Oct 02 2025

Of all the punk albums this list has made me listen to (and there are several), this might be my favorite one yet. Interesting sounds. Early versions of Muse.

Oct 03 2025

Had low expectations. I like the more poppy Talking Heads songs, but when David Byrne gets into his bag, I start to lose interest. Probably not cool or smart enough to understand. But man, I was wrong about this album. It was just so weird and interesting.

Horses by Patti Smith
Oct 06 2025

Not a fan

Oct 07 2025

Couldn't find this album. Listened to Funkadelic - Funkadelic. Wasn't as much funk as I expected. It was fine

Urban Hymns by The Verve
Oct 08 2025

Do they sound kinda like Oasis? Yeah, but that's a good thing. Solid album. Drags toward the end, but good listen.

The Rolling Stones by The Rolling Stones
Oct 09 2025

Great album. I was nervous with early Rolling Stones, but the blues shows through in the album. Love it

La Revancha Del Tango by Gotan Project
Oct 10 2025

Not my style, but really didn't mind it as background music.

Elvis Presley by Elvis Presley
Oct 13 2025

It's Elvis with his classic songs. Not as much rock as I'd come to expect, but you can't deny the album.

Sign 'O' The Times by Prince
Oct 14 2025

Fun Prince album. It's a bit weird, but weird in a way that made Prince iconic and unique.

Parsley, Sage, Rosemary And Thyme by Simon & Garfunkel
Oct 15 2025

I love Simon and Garfunkel, but this is definitely on the softest side. Good songs, but not my favorite.

Quiet Life by Japan
Oct 16 2025

Maybe I'm getting worn down by all of these new wave albums, but this one as at least interesting. Still not great.

The Atomic Mr Basie by Count Basie & His Orchestra
Oct 17 2025

Felt classy while listening to it

The Queen Is Dead by The Smiths
Oct 20 2025

It's The Smiths. I don't particularly like them, but the album was fine.

Sunday At The Village Vanguard by Bill Evans Trio
Oct 21 2025

Felt like they were playing jazz on amphetamines--fast tempo. I liked the interplay between the piano and the drums.

Searching For The Young Soul Rebels by Dexys Midnight Runners
Oct 22 2025

Knowing them only from "Come on Eileen", I was unfamiliar with the rest of the catalog. I liked it more than I expected, but the singer's whining voice kinda gets old.

Bubble And Scrape by Sebadoh
Oct 23 2025

Kinda all over the place and hard to pin down. Felt at a pivot point in music

Oct 24 2025

Hit of nostalgia. Starts of strong and then kind goes downhill. Still a well produced album

Amnesiac by Radiohead
Oct 27 2025

It's Radiohead. It's weird. I always loved the Pyramid Song. I don't know that I'd ever care to get more than surface level on Radiohead, so this was fine in the background.

Bad by Michael Jackson
Oct 28 2025

Great album. So many great songs

California by American Music Club
Oct 29 2025

Started off strong, but by the end, it was a bit too slow and emo.

Surrealistic Pillow by Jefferson Airplane
Oct 30 2025

The album really picked up after White Rabbit. Like the bluesy and guitary heavy sound.

Paul's Boutique by Beastie Boys
Nov 03 2025

I liked the style of this album. I'm a fan of the Beasties, and even though this didn't have their biggest hits, I like the production on the album.

Abraxas by Santana
Nov 05 2025

Loved this album. It was so smooth and interesting

Can't Buy A Thrill by Steely Dan
Nov 06 2025

I love the smooth rock, and there's some awesome songs on this album.

Blood On The Tracks by Bob Dylan
Nov 07 2025

Great album. I think it might be my favorite Dylan. "If You See Her, Say Hello" is the best.

Power In Numbers by Jurassic 5
Nov 10 2025

I just love their smooth flow. The songs all blended together, but not in a bad way.

Paul Simon by Paul Simon
Nov 11 2025

Good album. Not as good as I was expecting, but good nonetheless.

My Aim Is True by Elvis Costello
Nov 12 2025

Great album. Just love the energy, the songs.

Boston by Boston
Nov 13 2025

It's iconic rock. Not much else to say. It might be a victim of it's own success--that might be the only reason it's not getting 5-stars.

Vulnicura by Björk
Nov 14 2025

I started thinking I that I might've been too hasty in my dismissal of Bjork. I liked the moody production, and while her voice can grate at times, I thought it worked well with the moody production. By the time I was nearing the end of the album, I had too much of this "avant garde" music.

On The Beach by Neil Young
Nov 17 2025

Perfectly pleasant listening

Van Halen by Van Halen
Nov 18 2025

Love it. Rock and roll at it's purest

Third by Portishead
Nov 20 2025

I am uncertain whether this qualifies as music and not torture devices produced by the CIA. I was ready to confess after 30 seconds listening to We Carry On.

Dire Straits by Dire Straits
Nov 24 2025

Love it. The guitar and voice are so distinctive.

Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division
Dec 09 2025

Nothing great. Sounded like an early 80s new wave band, but not particularly interesting.

The Dreaming by Kate Bush
Dec 10 2025

I was not familiar with Kate Bush's catalogue outside of "Running up that Hill". This album is strange. There were moments I didn't mind, but some of it was a struggle.

John Prine by John Prine
Dec 12 2025

For the songs others have covered, I usually like their versions better than John Prine's version, but his songs are incredible.

Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness by The Smashing Pumpkins
Dec 15 2025

I'd like it better if it were only one album, but still a great album. I love the way they can blend the orchestral music with rock.

Disraeli Gears by Cream
Dec 16 2025

Didn't like it as much as I thought I would.

Penthouse And Pavement by Heaven 17
Dec 17 2025

Less interesting version of Talking Heads. Enjoyed it, but would rather listen to Talking Heads.

Dec 18 2025

This was around the time when I stopped enjoying Kanye as much as I did on College Dropout and Graduation. With some time, I can appreciate the album a bit more, but still not my favorite.

A Hard Day's Night by Beatles
Dec 22 2025

It's the Beatles. I love it. I don't know that it's my favorite of their albums, but still better than most.

The Pleasure Principle by Gary Numan
Dec 24 2025

I'm tired of New Wave. Nothing about this stood out as a must listen. I'd give it one star, but that's just because it's the 10th New Wave album that's mostly the same.

McCartney by Paul McCartney
Dec 30 2025

More bluesy than I expected. Maybe I'm Amazed is one of my favorite songs. And McCartney beat boxes?

Freak Out! by The Mothers Of Invention
Dec 31 2025

Don't think I'm cool enough to get this album. Several moments I enjoyed, but mostly, what the fuck?

Bug by Dinosaur Jr.
Jan 05 2026

Sounds like early versions of music I'd eventually like, but for now, it's forgettable

Tres Hombres by ZZ Top
Jan 06 2026

Was expecting more rock. Heavy on the blues. La Grange is one of my favorite ZZ Top songs.

Sex Packets by Digital Underground
Jan 07 2026

Weird album. Not bad, but got tired by the end

Like A Prayer by Madonna
Jan 09 2026

Last two songs sucked. Otherwise, pretty good

KIWANUKA by Michael Kiwanuka
Jan 12 2026

Love the sound, and a cohesive album. Great voice and interesting music.

The Band by The Band
Jan 13 2026

It's funny. Nearly every band I love cites The Band as an inspiration. I love Dylan. This album should be one of my most favorite albums, but it's not. I still like it, but just not "in like" with it.

Beauty And The Beat by The Go-Go's
Jan 15 2026

Great album. Lots of hits, and they kept it interesting.

Jan 16 2026

Good album. A little slow, but in the right mood, I could see this being awesome.

Moon Safari by Air
Jan 19 2026

S'il vous plaît, mon Dieu, non.

3 + 3 by The Isley Brothers
Jan 20 2026

I like the funk, and interesting to hear their versions of popular songs. There are other Isley Brothers albums I like better, but this will do

Snivilisation by Orbital
Jan 21 2026

Not my style, and even by electronic music standards, it feels incredibly generic. Background music for some cyberpunk movie.

Joan Armatrading by Joan Armatrading
Jan 22 2026

Unexpected surprise. Music is timeless. Joan's got some game.

C'est Chic by CHIC
Jan 23 2026

It's fine. Not really into the music, but it wasn't unpleasant.

Bossanova by Pixies
Jan 26 2026

Can definitely understand why they're influential to a lot of my favorite bands of the 90s, but I prefer their influences

With The Beatles by Beatles
Jan 28 2026

Classic album. Not my favorite album, but still great songs.

Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves
Jan 29 2026

Love the album. So cohesive and unique

Tidal by Fiona Apple
Jan 30 2026

Her voice is great. The music is interesting. Solid

We Are Family by Sister Sledge
Feb 02 2026

Can still hear it's influence on modern music. Like the soul side, the disco side was ok.

Violent Femmes by Violent Femmes
Feb 03 2026

Not a bad album. Interesting music and interesting voice.

Beggars Banquet by The Rolling Stones
Feb 04 2026

Sympathy for the Devil is such a strong start to this album. After that, it kinda falls off. There's still some strong songs, but Salt of the Earth is trash.

So Much For The City by The Thrills
Feb 06 2026

I find it no small coincidence that this album was released the same year as the Iraq War. I assume the CIA-funded research into torture resulted in this album. Further proof: The Thrills never released an album after the ending of the enhanced interrogation program. Coincidence? Probably. But this album sucks.

The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails
Feb 09 2026

I'm not the biggest fan of industrial music, but there's something about NIN that I love.

All Things Must Pass by George Harrison
Feb 10 2026

I don't know if he was my favorite Beetle, but I always enjoyed a George Harrison song.

Music by Madonna
Feb 11 2026

The first song is absolute trash. I don't care for this style of music. The album gets a second star only because it's Madonna and she's not without incredible talent, even if it's tragically misapplied on this album.

Rings Around The World by Super Furry Animals
Feb 12 2026

It's all over the place. If I didn't know I was listening to the album by the same band, I'd think it was a playlist of different artists and styles. Might be a bit hyperbolic, but it's hard to get my arms around the album. When it was good, it was decent, and when it was bad, it was mediocre.

Devotional Songs by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
Feb 13 2026

Liked the sitar and drums. Liked his voice. No clue what he was saying. Probably more than I wanted, but it was pleasant.

Kind Of Blue by Miles Davis
Feb 17 2026

I'm not a big enough jazz fan to understand this album or its significance. It's good listening, though.

Apocalypse Dudes by Turbonegro
Feb 18 2026

Not my favorite, but did enjoy the 90s version of punk that wasn't pop punk.

Heroes by David Bowie
Feb 19 2026

Heroes the song is iconic and alone is worthy of several stars. Some of the songs aren't my style, but because it's Bowie, he keeps it interesting.

A Girl Called Dusty by Dusty Springfield
Feb 20 2026

I liked the song selection (understanding now that they're covers), and I liked her voice. Probably didn't enjoy them as much as the originals, but I can't lie and say that I didn't enjoy the album.

Document by R.E.M.
Feb 23 2026

Not a big fan of R.E.M. Some of the initial songs had a solid guitar, but not enough to overcome Michael Stipes voice. It grinds on me by the end.

Aja by Steely Dan
Feb 24 2026

Maybe I don't know ball, but I didn't enjoy this album. Wasn't terrible, but still...

Feb 26 2026

I don't know if this is my favorite style of rap, but Ice Cube is so good with it. His style, his flow, his substance. He's so good at storytelling, and he mastered the art of interstitial skits. For as good as the album is, it feels dated.

Ágætis Byrjun by Sigur Rós
Mar 02 2026

No clue what to think of this album. It wasn't unpleasant, but I don't think I really enjoyed it.

Aftermath by The Rolling Stones
Mar 03 2026

Not much else to say other than just a really solid album.

#1 Record by Big Star
Mar 04 2026

Great surprise. You can see the influence of this band. Depending on the song, they sounded like proto-70s bands like Zeppelin an CSNY

Raw Power by The Stooges
Mar 05 2026

Really like this album. I love Iggy's version of punk, but this album goes even beyond that.

Superfuzz Bigmuff by Mudhoney
Mar 06 2026

Didn't think I'd like this as much as I did. Dig their vibe

Tea for the Tillerman by Cat Stevens
Mar 09 2026

Great album. I love Cat Stevens. Just feel better for having listened to it

Stankonia by OutKast
Mar 10 2026

ATLiens represent. What an album. How can you not love Outkast.

Tuesday Night Music Club by Sheryl Crow
Mar 11 2026

I was hopeful. I never minded "All I Want to Do", but had never listened to the rest of this album. It's not good.

The Modern Lovers by The Modern Lovers
Mar 12 2026

Wasn't my favorite, but I didn't mind it.

At Fillmore East by The Allman Brothers Band
Mar 13 2026

Southern rock at it's finest.

The Köln Concert by Keith Jarrett
Mar 16 2026

Wasn't expecting to love this album, but I do. Maybe it's the right sound for a Friday morning, but I'm all. Reading about the concert is even more fascinating.

Let It Bleed by The Rolling Stones
Mar 17 2026

Great bookend songs. The rest was interesting blues

Vincebus Eruptum by Blue Cheer
Mar 18 2026

Good album, and I liked their cover of Summertime Blues. However, there's nothing they don't do that I don't think subsequent artists did better.

Mar 20 2026

I'm learning that I like Neo-Soul. The opening guitar drew me in. It got a little stale toward the end, which is the only thing keeping it from five stars.

Home Is Where The Music Is by Hugh Masekela
Mar 23 2026

My jazz tastes are hard to pin down. While I like Maekela, I grow tired of the songs and the album. Small doses for me, I suppose.

War by U2
Mar 24 2026

Definitely not the pop U2. The album was ok, but I just don't think I'm that big of a fan of U2.

Led Zeppelin III by Led Zeppelin
Mar 25 2026

Not the album I was expecting, but I enjoyed it. Not the best Zeppelin, but still great.

Peter Gabriel 3 by Peter Gabriel
Mar 26 2026

Say what you will, the album is not boring. I'm not normally a fan of experimental music, but Peter Gabriel manages to make me actually not hate and maybe enjoy it, if only briefly.

Shaft by Isaac Hayes
Mar 27 2026

Wasn't expecting this to be mostly instrumental. Some of it was good. Some of it made me felt like I was on an elevator. All respect to Shaft, though.

Grace by Jeff Buckley
Mar 30 2026

Hallelujah alone makes the album great, but having never listened to other Jeff Buckley, I was really impressed.

Mar 31 2026

I think they benefited from me having recently listened to War, and I like this album better than War. I think the pop stuff fits their vibe more. And it's still got a little bit of a punk edge.

Brutal Youth by Elvis Costello
Apr 01 2026

I don't know -- I enjoy Elvis Costello and his pop vibes.

Rage Against The Machine by Rage Against The Machine
Apr 02 2026

Some great songs, and great lyrics. However, I want a little more depth in the presentation that their later albums have.

Homework by Daft Punk
Apr 03 2026

This is like the worst form of white people dance music ever. Just the same stupid beat through the entire album. Oh God, Burnin' is terrible.

Music in Exile by Songhoy Blues
Apr 06 2026

Wasn't expecting this, but some solid rock and blues.

Funeral by Arcade Fire
Apr 07 2026

Meh

Technique by New Order
Apr 08 2026

Another day, another meh

Heaux Tales by Jazmine Sullivan
Apr 09 2026

I liked it, but I don't know if it was that memorable. I'd happily listen to the album again, but other than one or two songs, none would ever stand out to me.

Oedipus Schmoedipus by Barry Adamson
Apr 10 2026

It was weird and unexpected. Some songs I didn't hate

Dirt by Alice In Chains
Apr 13 2026

It's probably blasphemy, but these songs all kinda ran together. God Smack surprised me, and Would? is a good finisher.

Rattlesnakes by Lloyd Cole And The Commotions
Apr 15 2026

It's like a less emo version of The Cure

Apr 16 2026

Fine album that I'd probably appreciate more if I paid attention to it. As background music, it was fine but forgettable.

Planet Rock: The Album by Afrika Bambaataa
Apr 17 2026

It's old school rap. I like it, but not as much as I like the artists influenced by Afrika Bambaataa

Remain In Light by Talking Heads
Apr 20 2026

It can get weird, but I'm here for it.

Juju by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Apr 21 2026

Kinda feels like a cross between the Go Gos and Rush, with a little bit of Jefferson Airplane. Good combination.

Guero by Beck
Apr 22 2026

I liked this a lot more than I expected I would.

Fleet Foxes by Fleet Foxes
Apr 24 2026

I liked it better as the Decemberists

Endtroducing..... by DJ Shadow
Apr 27 2026

I wanted to like this album so bad, but it's just ... boring.

Night Life by Ray Price
Apr 29 2026

Frank Sinatra + Hank Williams. Sometimes, the sum of the parts do not equal the parts individually, but the parts still make a pretty good album.

Colour By Numbers by Culture Club
Apr 30 2026

Didn't have high expectations for this album, but I kinda liked it. And the ending with the instrumental Romance Revisited was not unpleasant.

Catch A Fire by Bob Marley & The Wailers
May 01 2026

It was fine

Channel Orange by Frank Ocean
May 04 2026

No clue what to make of this album. Was he was Islamaphobic for a song? The music was interesting.

Henry's Dream by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
May 06 2026

No, thank you.

Rid Of Me by PJ Harvey
May 08 2026

She can rock

May 11 2026

Interesting turning point in rap. Can't deny the greatness. Didn't expect as much Beastie Boys influence

Sea Change by Beck
May 12 2026

Beck wrote a The National album? I'm here for it

69 Love Songs by The Magnetic Fields
May 13 2026

This is hell. There might be a decent album in here if they only made like 8 songs.

May 14 2026

Didn't realize Chicago was a jam band. Really good. Some songs sound nearly like the Allman Brothers. Maybe a bit too much horn, and Free Form Guitar wasn't great.

Hot Buttered Soul by Isaac Hayes
May 18 2026

Haven't listened to many albums like this, but I enjoyed it.

Blackstar by David Bowie
May 19 2026

Bowie will always be weird, but still interesting. I liked it, didn't love it, but I could see myself listening to it again.

In Rainbows by Radiohead
May 20 2026

Good background music, but otherwise, just fine

Phrenology by The Roots
May 22 2026

Solid rap album. The Seed is a good song, but weird lyrics

Hot Rats by Frank Zappa
May 25 2026

For a jam album, I can dig it

Neon Bible by Arcade Fire
Jun 09 2026

It was fine. Not memorable

Post Orgasmic Chill by Skunk Anansie
Jun 10 2026

Didn't really like this album, until I got to Lately. I liked it better once they showed some range, but still not that great.

Electric Prunes by The Electric Prunes
Jun 11 2026

Sounded generic. Like a cover band of The Animals or something.

Blonde On Blonde by Bob Dylan
Jun 12 2026

I won't pretend I'm the best at listening to the lyrics of songs, but I don't live under a rock. I know Bob Dylan is a lyrical genius, even if it's lost on me. I still loved the album. The blues at the end was so good. Maybe not as much as I should.

Songs Of Leonard Cohen by Leonard Cohen
Jun 16 2026

You know that scene from Animal House where Belushi destroys the guitar? That's what I think about. Just seems pretentious.

In It For The Money by Supergrass
Jun 17 2026

It felt like a combination of Oasis and Smashing Pumpkins. Fine

Guitar Town by Steve Earle
Jun 18 2026

You realize that without Steve Earle, you don't get Sturgill Simpson or Tyler Childers. Great artist. He likes the steel guitar a bit more than I do, but still great.

Screamadelica by Primal Scream
Jun 23 2026

Weird. Didn't hate it though.

Gold by Ryan Adams
Jun 26 2026

It's a good album. I like the bluesy vibe, and he does solid interpretations of Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin. If this album had fewer slow songs and if the cover didn't look like a douchey Abercombie ad, this album would be a certain 5-star. Oh, and apparently he's a cunt, so fuck him.

Nevermind by Nirvana
Jun 29 2026

Incredible album. Still love it as much as when I first heard it

The Sun Rises In The East by Jeru The Damaja
Jul 01 2026

Sometimes decent raps that are brought down by the lyrics and production

Infected by The The
Jul 03 2026

I enjoyed this more than I thought. Fun, upbeat album.

Aqualung by Jethro Tull
Jul 06 2026

Another pleasant surprise.

New Forms by Roni Size
Jul 08 2026

I don't like Drum and Bass, but some of this wasn't terrible -- basically the rapping at the beginning.

Elastica by Elastica
Jul 09 2026

Fine. Not my style, but it was fine.

Hounds Of Love by Kate Bush
Jul 14 2026

Odd duck, but I dug it. Certainly more than the other Kate Bush album. Waking the Witch was ... interesting.

American Beauty by Grateful Dead
Jul 15 2026

Love the melodies. Love the sound.

Wild Is The Wind by Nina Simone
Jul 16 2026

Nina Simone fucks. Powerful album. Great music

Axis: Bold As Love by Jimi Hendrix
Jul 17 2026

Wasn't exactly what I expected. Some was great Jimi Hendrix, but there were a few skips otherwise. Enjoyable album regardless.

Off The Wall by Michael Jackson
Jul 21 2026

Great album. Starts off strong, but doesn't hold on enough. Only thing keeping it from a 5-star.

Vento De Maio by Elis Regina
Jul 22 2026

Had a cool, breezy feel to it. Enjoyable

Bitte Orca by Dirty Projectors
Jul 23 2026

A little weird, but had some enjoyable moments. But those enjoyable moments were often undercut by some annoying repetition or beat. Shame, could've been a lot better.

Time (The Revelator) by Gillian Welch
Jul 24 2026

Kinda boring. Her voices is good, but not super interesting. It's Americana before Americana became popular, but so many other musicians did it better.

In Utero by Nirvana
Jul 28 2026

Definitely aggressive. Good album, but not something I want to listen to often.

Fuzzy by Grant Lee Buffalo
Jul 29 2026

It was fine, but not memorable.

Reggatta De Blanc by The Police
Jul 31 2026

I wanted to really like this -- when it's good, it's great. But there's a lot I wish I didn't have to endure

It's Blitz! by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Aug 03 2026

Nah. Cool cover, though.

Meat Is Murder by The Smiths
Aug 04 2026

I like The Smiths, but I'm also not going to pretend one The Smiths song sounds any different from the other.

Frampton Comes Alive by Peter Frampton
Aug 05 2026

I like the album and great guitars, but it also felt one note. Do You Feel Like We Do is exceptional, though.

BEYONCÉ by Beyoncé
Aug 06 2026

Good album, Beyonce

Repeater by Fugazi
Aug 07 2026

Really enjoyed it. At times, sounded like a more punk version of Kings of Leon.

Zombie by Fela Kuti
Aug 10 2026

I liked it. It's not exactly my style, but it was interesting.

The Slim Shady LP by Eminem
Aug 12 2026

I loved this album growing up, but the lyrics did not age well. I won't deny how good the album was when it came out and how good his raps are, but it's also not an album I'll probably listen to again. Maybe a few songs, at most.

Led Zeppelin II by Led Zeppelin
Aug 13 2026

Zeppelin wrote a killer rock song about LOTR. The best

Coles Corner by Richard Hawley
Aug 14 2026

Kinda slow, but I fucks with it. Great voice

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