Given the band's overall image I had low expectations, but I was pleasantly surprised to find it was actually decent. That said, it never rose above that: just decent. None of the songs stood out or went above and beyond, and they all felt quite basic.

Although the album showcases impressive compositions and technical skill, I found it more irritating than enjoyable. Many of the tracks felt like a meaningless cacophony of sounds, and the lyrics didn't capture my interest at all. Perhaps I'm missing something, likely the LSD.

The first half of this album contains some of the greatest tunes I've ever heard, genuinely masterful. Robert Plant's voice is remarkable and distinctive, perfectly complemented by the band's stellar performance. Unfortunately, the second half didn't hold my attention as much. The songs shift toward experimental styles that stray from the band's usual approach, feeling more like an unnecessary extension rather than a worthy continuation of an otherwise brilliant start.

The album offers a few interesting tracks but overall remains merely average.

This album resonated deeply with me; the emotion genuinely comes through in the music. Tracks like "High and Dry," "Fake Plastic Trees," and "(Nice Dream)" capture pure melancholy, while others such as "Just" deliver energetic, powerful rock. Truly incredible.

The music is powerful and the message remains sharp and impactful. Rage Against the Machine still hits just as hard, even 30 years later.

Great, nonstop, raw punk rock. Everything blends into a chaotic burst of sound and energy. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Boring and utterly uninspired.

Carlos Santana is an unparalleled guitarist, delivering soulful, masterful playing throughout the album. But it's not just him. The entire band brings an incredible level of skill and energy. From the rhythm section to the percussion and keys, every instrument adds to a rich and electrifying sound. It's nonstop musical excellence from start to finish.

Californication has some great songs in theory, and the production value is excellent. The problem is, I’ve grown bored of all the major Red Hot Chili Peppers hits and just don’t enjoy them much anymore. They all sound very samey to me, and it’s a sound I no longer connect with.

Masterful. If you enjoy jazz, this is easily one of the greatest albums of all time.

Some songs are good, but overall it’s just a collection of boring post-9/11 anthems.

Although there’s some experimental stuff I didn’t enjoy as much, Beck's sound is always great and unique. Overall, this was a great listen and a solid album.

Surprisingly fun.

Incredible production and sound — it’s just not for me. That said, I did save a couple of tracks like “Block Rockin’ Beats” and “Elektrobank.”

Extremely boring rock. Nothing particularly impressive or memorable.

It's good, but it feels more like background jazz at a club than something truly noteworthy.

It's good, with an interesting and clearly great mix of punk and reggae that was new to me. Still, it didn’t feel especially memorable.

It's just bad.

The distinction between poetry and music is completely blurred in this album. The lyrics are melancholic, pensive, and at times even humorous. Touching on themes of death, it feels like Cohen knew he didn’t have much time left, and indeed, he passed away not long after. I liked this one, even though it’s not the kind of music I’ll likely return to often. Maybe if I’m in the right mood.