Overall, I liked this album. There are a few standout tracks I really enjoyed. The lead singer’s voice and the driving beats really impressed me. I also enjoyed the varied rhythms, especially within songs. Dynamic.
Love that their voices aren’t actually incredible, but so pure, raw, and real. The harmonies are so nice. It’s fascinating how they figured them out. Wonder why there are so many covers on this album? Cohesive sound throughout the album is very pleasant and listenable. I can see how The Beatles became huge stars. Cute English guys with an extremely palatable sound.
Crazy listening to this on my beats how the beats jump around ear to ear; it’s like real surround sound. Very consistent sound and message. The sampling is incredible; the layering is so artistic and creative. I miss the sound of mixing and scratching and socially conscious lyrics. I’m proud to been around for this album’s inception.
Really like the drummer and how much you can hear him. Heavy production; very large garage band sound. Not sure if I would revisit. I’m enjoying the themes in the second half of the album more than the first half. Overall, I like the theming of the album, but the music is not my typical cup of tea. Overly jangly 60s rock doesn’t scratch my itch. It’s a very consistent sound throughout and not off-putting; it’s dynamic and I appreciated all of the different instruments and their usage.
Melodically surprising and lovely. Feels like what I assume an anime soundtrack is like. Love the production on the album. I feel like I’m walking through a video game. Surreal. Lead singer’s voice isn’t really pleasing to my ear, but musicality makes up for it. My two favorite tracks were the instrumental ones. Songwriting is hit and miss, but definitely a few little diamonds sprinkled throughout.
Yes just isn’t my type of music. I can’t deny the group’s musicianship and say it’s not “good.” It’s just not pleasing to my ear. Their sound is very dated to me. I’m really not into the space age-y rocket-ship type 70s rock. Is that prog rock? If so, I think it’s not my jam. I’m sad to see there are two more Yes albums on the list.
What can I say about this album? I’ve been listening to it in one way or another since I was born. The only track I ever disliked was Oh Daddy and I found it to be more likable on this listen than I remember, although I’m still not a big fan. Other than that, it is an absolutely perfect album. The only negative is that I wish I would’ve been listening to it for the first time ever with fresh ears and been able to feel how much it blew my mind. The familiarity is comforting, but I wish I could experience that initial excitement all over again.
Milquetoast is a good descriptor for Ryan Adams in my opinion. It’s not that he’s a bad singer or musician; nothing really stands out for me to latch onto. I genuinely don’t like his voice. The songwriting is unimpressive. This is the kind of album that just makes me mad. You’d think it would be something I vehemently hate that would enrage me, but at least the hate would’ve made me feel SOMETHING and that I can respect. This album didn’t evoke anything for me. I knew this was gonna be a rough go, and it’s unfortunately worse than I thought. Gonna Make You Love Me, from Sweet Home Alabama, is the only redeeming song that makes this album deserve at least one star.
The album opener and track 9 are sweet reminders of a simpler time. The album’s sound is consistent and the production is immaculate. I really enjoyed the layering of the multiple instruments on each song. I would’ve preferred more singing by the female leads. Some of the beats and melodies felt a bit wasted with subpar singing or rapping and mediocre lyrics. Definitely a certain vibe throughout though and would be a fine album to chill with.
I had a colleague years ago who only listened to The Beatles. His theory was that they were the only band he ever needed due to their complexity and talent. Being a musicophile, I never got that. I mean, I liked the Beatles OK, but I didn’t get the hype. With this being my second Beatles album through the generator, I can safely say I get it now. Revolver is throughly enjoyable. It houses three of my favorite songs of all time. I love the production, the variety of instruments and sounds, and the way each Beatle’s personality shines through their individual contributions to the whole. The themes are simple, yet timeless. I can’t wait to delve into more of their albums.
Bob Dylan? Not a fan. Let’s see if this album changes my mind … Halfway through, my mind is still firmly anti-Dylan. I feel like Dylan’s writing is an inside joke. Like there’s some real substance there, but I walked up in the middle of a deep conversation and was given no context, just made to listen to the remainder. I think you just really have to like Dylan’s voice to truly appreciate him. I just don’t. It’s like nails on a chalkboard to me the majority of the time (he has a few songs I can listen to without desiring earplugs). The musicianship on the album is undeniable. There’s some great guitar work and excellent harmonica. None of that trumps Dylan’s voice. Unfortunately. My mind continues to be firmly anti-Dylan. Oh lord, do I dare look to see how many Dylan albums are on this list?
I thought I knew who the Cocteau Twins were. I thought they were a semi-obscure 80s band with a hit I loved. I was completely wrong. The first track has me knocked back with intrigue and enraptured. This is the most creative album I’ve heard in a long time. It sounds like it could be the soundtrack of my dreams. The lack of true lyrics really elevates the music to a realm all its own for me. Halfway through the album, and I already want to listen to it again. It’s scratching some insane itch I didn’t even know I had. I’m blown away. This album makes me want to dance forever. The album sounds like a precursor to Cirque du Soleil show soundtracks. I hear so much of bands I love in this album from The Cure to The Cranberries. It’s like a musical hug. THIS is why I took on the 1001 albums challenge: to discover depth and be moved musically.
How did I miss this album in the late 90s? Perhaps I was meant to miss it in order to discover it during my late 40s to channel my perimenopausal rage. I’m here for it! Deep bass seems to be connected to the deepest part of my soul and gives me life. I think the first half of the album is the best. The beats and production blew me away. It kinda hit a lull after track five. Overall, it’s still pretty interesting though.