1001 Albums Summary

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226
Albums Rated
4.05
Average Rating
21%
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1950
Favorite Decade
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86
5-Star Albums
1
1-Star Albums

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You Love More Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Only Built 4 Cuban Linx
Raekwon
5 2.84 +2.16
Caetano Veloso
Caetano Veloso
5 2.85 +2.15
Steve McQueen
Prefab Sprout
5 3 +2
Nowhere
Ride
5 3.02 +1.98
Smile
Brian Wilson
5 3.03 +1.97
Like A Prayer
Madonna
5 3.23 +1.77
The Predator
Ice Cube
5 3.25 +1.75
System Of A Down
System Of A Down
5 3.27 +1.73
In The Wee Small Hours
Frank Sinatra
5 3.27 +1.73
Raw Power
The Stooges
5 3.3 +1.7

You Love Less Than Most

AlbumYouGlobalDiff
Planet Rock: The Album
Afrika Bambaataa
1 2.79 -1.79
Ágætis Byrjun
Sigur Rós
2 3.37 -1.37
The Healer
John Lee Hooker
2 3.17 -1.17
Cypress Hill
Cypress Hill
2 3.14 -1.14
The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn
Pink Floyd
2 3.1 -1.1
Fifth Dimension
The Byrds
2 3.07 -1.07

Artists

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ArtistAlbumsAverage
David Bowie 4 4.5
The Rolling Stones 3 4.67
Jimi Hendrix 2 5
The Doors 2 5
Led Zeppelin 2 5
Beatles 2 5
Queen 2 5
Frank Sinatra 2 5

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Pink Floyd 5, 2

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Blackstar by David Bowie

I can remember where I was and what I was doing the first 2 times I listened to Blackstar. On release day, I thought it was an interesting venture by Bowie into a more experimental terrain. However, after his passing the lyrics started to make sense and to this day, I still feel amazed by the fact that even in the face of death, Bowie decided to turn his own mortality into his final artistic expression. Truly amazing and it marked me to this day.

Architecture And Morality by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark

The blueprint to eighties synthpop. A bit complicated, since it’s mostly synth and slightly pop, but its influence is undeniable.

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All Ratings (226)

Third/Sister Lovers by Big Star
Jun 04 2025

An interesting experience. It evidences a band sprawling with creativity and interesting ideas. In my opinion, it is the acoustic and slower renditions that take the spotlight in Third, with beautiful compositions, vulnerable lyrics and thoughtful melodies. Some of the ideas don't really work ("Downs"), but all in all, it's a very enjoyable piece of work, albeit slightly inconsistent.

The Wildest! by Louis Prima
Jun 05 2025

I read that the album cover matches the vibe of the music and I couldn't agree more! The Wildest! offers a very fun set of songs, and the charismatic personality and voice of Prima help make this collection of swing very memorable and enjoyable.

War by U2
Jun 06 2025

I had listened to this record back in high school, during my formative years (music taste wise). It's a solid record altogether, with undeniable hits such as Sunday Bloody Sunday and New Year's Day. As a full length U2 project, this is my second favorite, behind Achtung Baby (one of my favorite records ever), but I can't deny that revisiting War has been a very pleasing experience. U2 rocked.

Jun 07 2025

One of my favorite artists ever. The impact Tribe has had in shaping hip hop as a sophisticated genre is undeniable. Their debut album was a sign of things to come: youthful energy, clever bars and great beats. Undoubtedly, they would take it to the next level in Low End Theory and even farther in Midnight Marauders, but People's Instinctive Travels is a very inspired first entry in the legendary group's discography. Absolute classic!

Funeral by Arcade Fire
Jun 10 2025
Music Has The Right To Children by Boards of Canada
Jun 12 2025

It didn't really click for me, I did not find it as interesting as other Electronic records.

Smile by Brian Wilson
Jun 13 2025

What a beautiful record! I like the Beach Boys a lot and I can see why BWPS can be as divisive as it is, regarding its authenticity. However, as a body of work, it's a cohesive, engaging and even magical record. One can't help but imagine how it might have shaken the music scene if it were released in 1968, which kind of relegates BWPS as an interesting relic of one of the most legendary recording sessions in popular music history. A must listen!

That's The Way Of The World by Earth, Wind & Fire
Jun 15 2025

Not a single bad track. A very engaging and memorable listening experience!

One of the first albums I listened to and the 1001 Albums list made me come back to it. Still feels as fresh and sophisticated as when I discovered it.

Rid Of Me by PJ Harvey
Jun 18 2025

It was my first time listening to this record. In contrast to Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea; Rid of Me follows a more visceral style: less sophisticated, more in your face. I liked it a lot, another highlight in PJ's discography.

Fleet Foxes by Fleet Foxes
Jun 20 2025

First time that I've listened to this artist. I have thoroughly enjoyed this record. The vocal harmonies are the greatest highlight and the melodies and compositions feel dreamy and otherworldly. One of my favorite discoveries in quite a while.

Are You Experienced by Jimi Hendrix
Jun 21 2025

As mind blowing as the first time I listened to it. As a young teen, learning to play guitar, this record was a very important first influence for me.

Blackstar by David Bowie
Jun 22 2025

I can remember where I was and what I was doing the first 2 times I listened to Blackstar. On release day, I thought it was an interesting venture by Bowie into a more experimental terrain. However, after his passing the lyrics started to make sense and to this day, I still feel amazed by the fact that even in the face of death, Bowie decided to turn his own mortality into his final artistic expression. Truly amazing and it marked me to this day.

Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Jun 23 2025
Brothers by The Black Keys
Jun 24 2025
Cross by Justice
Jul 06 2025
Violator by Depeche Mode
Jan 08 2026

As a DM fan, it sure does feel as their milestone record where all their previous efforts were leading to. Dark, moody and seductive.

Hot Fuss by The Killers
Jan 09 2026

Great choruses, a little bit of filler, but it really feels like soaring!

Raw Power by The Stooges
Jan 13 2026

I really liked it, right up my alley. I even took the time to listen to both the Iggy and Bowie mixes (I prefer the latter, rather than the former). Just pure raw punk, meant to be played as loud as possible!

Cypress Hill by Cypress Hill
Jan 14 2026

I recognize its cultural relevance, but it never really clicked for me.

En-Tact by The Shamen
Jan 21 2026

Not really my kind of record. Beats were not catchy or engaging enough for me.

Rio by Duran Duran
Jan 24 2026
Deja Vu by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Jan 26 2026
Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen
Jan 27 2026

One of my favorites of all time. It’s a cinematic experience, engaging and thoroughly rewarding.

The White Room by The KLF
Feb 04 2026

A mesmerizing listen, the music is carefully tailored to be groovy and hypnotic. I’m not very into electronic music, but I can say I enjoyed this one.

Rage Against The Machine by Rage Against The Machine
Feb 10 2026

One of my favorites of all time, I learned guitar by listening to this record. Great record to test some new headphones!

The Grand Tour by George Jones
Feb 11 2026

Mellow, heartfelt and sincere.

Rain Dogs by Tom Waits
Feb 13 2026

Such an oddball record! But I enjoyed it. Feels like Nick Cave with a dash of Captain Beefheart.

Harvest by Neil Young
Feb 14 2026
Tracy Chapman by Tracy Chapman
Feb 21 2026

Some great memorable songs. An excellent album to test drive new headphones.

Freak Out! by The Mothers Of Invention
Feb 22 2026

Challenging, it’s more understood in function to its context rather than an independent work of art.

Planet Rock: The Album by Afrika Bambaataa
Feb 23 2026

Hard for me to separate art from the artist in this one.

Stephen Stills by Stephen Stills
Feb 27 2026

Opener was captivating, didn’t really do much for me after that.

Live At Leeds by The Who
Mar 03 2026

Legendary live album. Truly a benchmark.

Goo by Sonic Youth
Mar 04 2026
Signing Off by UB40
Mar 06 2026

I only knew their popular (not quite my thing) songs. This record was a nice surprise, since it felt authentic and with a voice of its own.

Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stones
Mar 10 2026

My favorite Stones record.

Music by Madonna
Mar 12 2026
Os Mutantes by Os Mutantes
Mar 13 2026

Took me a few listens to actually get it. I understand its relevance, but maybe it still didn’t really click for me. I’ll definitely revisit this record in the future.

Want One by Rufus Wainwright
Mar 23 2026
The Healer by John Lee Hooker
Mar 25 2026

Didn’t really like it. Feels a bit sanitized and artificial.

Scott 2 by Scott Walker
Mar 27 2026
Play by Moby
Mar 31 2026

I used to like it, but now it feels like an idea that’s dragged past its acceptance.

Fuzzy by Grant Lee Buffalo
Apr 13 2026
Wild Wood by Paul Weller
Apr 23 2026

Polished and engaging, great road listening!

Graceland by Paul Simon
Apr 25 2026

Beautiful record through and through. Culturally important, a delicate and balanced mix of influences.

Architecture And Morality by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
Apr 29 2026

The blueprint to eighties synthpop. A bit complicated, since it’s mostly synth and slightly pop, but its influence is undeniable.

Superfly by Curtis Mayfield
May 03 2026
Tarkus by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
May 13 2026
1999 by Prince
May 22 2026
Hail To the Thief by Radiohead
May 23 2026

Has some great trucks, but it’s the only Radiohead album one might consider bloated and overlong.

Hybrid Theory by Linkin Park
May 27 2026

Runs out of steam a bit in the final three songs, but overall an iconic album of this genre.

What's Going On by Marvin Gaye
Jun 01 2026

Simply gorgeous, ambitious and true to its artistic style.

Two Dancers by Wild Beasts
Jun 04 2026

Very atmospheric and carefully crafted.

Parklife by Blur
Jun 06 2026

Overall a very fun and authentic record. However, I can’t really turn back to it that often simply because I’m biased towards their 1997 self titled.

Darklands by The Jesus And Mary Chain
Jun 10 2026
Rumours by Fleetwood Mac
Jun 13 2026

Absolute classic

Sea Change by Beck
Jun 14 2026

Beautiful heartbreaking record. It was great to revisit.

Closer by Joy Division
Jun 15 2026

Overall feels like a dark labyrinth.

Exodus by Bob Marley & The Wailers
Jun 20 2026
Ágætis Byrjun by Sigur Rós
Jun 22 2026

This one never really clicked for me, despite all the praise.

Boston by Boston
Jun 24 2026

Just some good old catchy dad rock. More than a Feeling will always be a mandatory singalong.

Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins
Jun 26 2026

Great 90s classic. A few tracks are a bit less polished, but it hits where it should

Paranoid by Black Sabbath
Jun 27 2026

My gateway to heavy metal. Still grateful for it to this day, this record is all-killer, influential and groundbreaking.

Jul 03 2026

Soulful, intense and honest. Great record, although I wouldn’t really come back to it, I recognize its artistic and historical value.

Made In Japan by Deep Purple
Jul 08 2026

Great live recording, can feel the energy through the speakers. Also some fun noodling here and there, just a band absolutely feeling it on stage.

The Scream by Siouxsie And The Banshees
Jul 10 2026
Dare! by The Human League
Jul 12 2026
Surf's Up by The Beach Boys
Jul 15 2026

Love the irony between the title and the overall mood of the album.

Jul 20 2026

Never really got the appeal of this album. I understand the importance of Syd in the history of Pink Floyd, but this one really feels like a product of its time and not as timeless as their future output.

Low by David Bowie
Jul 21 2026
Beyond Skin by Nitin Sawhney
Jul 24 2026

It’s an interesting attempt at mixing electronic sound with Indian influences. However, not every song works which makes this record feel overlong and repetitive. I don’t really think it’s significant enough to be on the list.

Is This It by The Strokes
Jul 25 2026

A record that single-handedly resurrected rock music and brought it back to the mainstream. Key record of the oughties.

Electric Ladyland by Jimi Hendrix
Jul 29 2026

An iconic masterpiece of 60s psychedelic rock. An undeniable guitar legend, the album is carried by a more textured playing, oriented towards serving the song instead of just noodling around. This record reflects the most mature work by the Experience, despite not being as concise as Axis.

Achtung Baby by U2
Jul 30 2026

One of my favorite albums of all time. For me, this is the definitive version of U2: daring and innovative.

Grace by Jeff Buckley
Aug 06 2026

A beautiful and heartfelt record. A very mature work from a young artist who passed away having a lot to offer. Tragic yet poetic, this one is essential as well.

Kollaps by Einstürzende Neubauten
Aug 10 2026

Tough and abrasive, yet not very engaging. I assume language might definitely be a barrier here.

Enthusiast

38% of albums received 5 stars.

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