All covers (?) You don’t own me Wishin’ and hopin’ Summer is over
Never heard any of this before. Surprised, liked more than expected. Interesting that Spellbound is the single as I find that one of the weaker tracks. Into the light Halloween
I only know the hits… have never listened to a Nirvana album in full and I was surprised how many “deep cuts” (to me) I liked. Can totally understand how this band changed the game at the time.
I only know the hits, never listened to an MJ album fully through. The hits really hit — Smooth Criminal & Man in the Mirror are highlights and so good. Also never heard Liberian Girl and really liked it.
Was hoping by listening to this album I’d understand why my mom is such a fan, but honestly was completely neutral the whole listen. Of course except for Symphony for the Devil, but maybe I’m just basic. Other great track was Salt of the Earth. So the intro & outro moved me but that was about it.
My first 5 star of the project! Van Morrison just does it for me. Even though every song on the album kind of sounds the same I love it. And it stoned me will never not get stuck in my head after a listen. And Moondance makes me want to have a dance party in my living room.
IMO album started off really weak. As the tracks progressed, so did the funk. Loved the funkiness. Overall though I am giving it 3 because I don’t think I’d listen to the whole album again, rather pick and choose to listen to the few songs that resonated with me.
First album of this project where I’ve never listened to the band & first album of the project that made me want to look at other discography outside of the selected album. Very reminiscent of other popular 60s rock at the time and I think this album holds its own. Loved the guitar
Nothing about this listen was inherently bad, however nothing spoke to me either. 2 instead of 3 because I have no desire to revisit. None of the individual songs stuck out, didn’t grab any for my playlist.
I was happy to see this pop up because I knew I wanted to expose myself to more David Bowie. This album was a fun listen, I loved the spacey rock and roll theme. Moonage Daydream and Starman are so fun.
I wavered too long back and forth between ranking this a 2 or a 3. I’d solidly say 2.5, so if I round up, 3. When I read that this was a concept album about a couple in the throes of addiction I was excited thinking I’d love the storytelling. Not exactly, it was flat and at times uncomfortable. The kids song triggered me hard. I do like how “dark” the album is and there were a couple of songs I’d listen to again on their own but I can confidently say I’ll likely never listen to this album in full again.
A short and sweet listen. I really liked the vibe for the first half and didn’t realize Cream rocked that hard. However at one point I noticed it became more like background music when I was listening, I seemed to unconsciously disengage a bit. Highlights were Strange Brew and Dance the Night Away
3.5, rounding up to 4. I love me some Beach Boys so this album was an interesting listen after learning about the lore. Some songs are peak Beach Boys (loved Heroes and Villians & Song for Children) but then others are a bit too silly (looking at you Vega-Tables & Wind Chimes). Ultimately a pleasant bop.
I’ve always been very neutral towards Beck and this album falls into that same line. Highlights for me were Hotwax and Sissyneck.
3.5, rounding up to 4. Don’t know if I’m being “hard” on them because I expect great tunes from Fleetwood Mac. The first 1/3 of this album was strong but fell off sharply into average ballads the rest of the way.
Not the typical music I gravitate towards but I have to say the instrumentals were interesting and there were some excellent guitar solos. They get a 3 for 1st listen, but I think this would grow on me if I gave it a few more chances. Pleasantly surprised.
As I listened to the album I was realizing I have already listened to 80% of the album, just never knew what I was randomly listening to here and there was Boston. They’re definitely fun to sing along to.