1001 Albums Summary

To open an album with a harmonica intro is audacious. It’s raw, it’s emotional. But ultimately it’s Bruce. Classic album. Meeting across the river possibly one crossing too much. Brought back with the crescendo of jungleland. The classic born to run the holding the middle of the album together.

A rock musical in album form. Following the story of Tommy- and I must say; for a deaf dumb and blind kid. He sure does play a mean pin ball. An interesting and enjoyable listen. But also quite long. Sally Simpson a new song which was good

Urghhh ahhh this is just primal Zack de la Rocha. Album of my late teen years. I can’t contest it. Still listen to it now. The sentence structure of Zack is iconic. Who needs standard iambics pentameters when you can create your own intonation. They use a similar riff and style through out the album. I would say there is a heavy emphasis on repetition, but the best way to hammer home your political message is repetition. ( as we aptly learnt from Tony Blair c.1997 - maybe he took inspiration from RATM) Bullet in the head is a favourite on the album. KITN obvs Township Rebellion, just powerful. Love this album. Introduced RATM to the world.

Rock on sounds like the weaker but edgier brother of their biggest hit “Get it on”. But the more I listened to it I enjoyed it apart from the chorus. Which actually became annoying as it teased the same melody as “get it on” but never delivered the final note. Fun album- interesting to listen to. Last 25% better than the rest. Few enjoyables Ballrooms of Mars (good reference to diamond hands - well before the world of Reddit) Baby Boomerang Buick Mackane (guitar indulgence for the band) Telegram Sam (lyrics are nonsensical - but not in an enjoyable way) Very much a product of the 1970s The issue with the album is most songs ends in the same way. Repeating the song title until the end

Iconic album with primal vocals and a strong guitar riffs duelling the drums throughout. Super enjoyable morning listen as I meandered through the city to my corporate job. Where people may think I’m insane but not from frowning but head rocking. This album delivers in so many ways. Some incredible songs on it Electric funeral and fairies wearing boots are new favourites - very enjoyable Paranoid Iron man and War pigs classics and great tunes. I would never have thought planet caravan was a black sabbath song. More likely to find on an Eagles album. Enjoyed the change of tempo and pace Over all really enjoyed listening. Tribute to Ozzy. Will listen again

It was an interesting album. defo some weak song mixed in with the enjoyable. It was a needed change in the album rotation so maybe caught me off guard but I enjoyed a number of the songs. I persevered through a random selection post the awful sounds of the studio “intro” and was pleasantly surprised by a number of songs. There was a good range from soul ballads to rock ballads. To introducing a more heavy style for little red light and Black Maria. Interesting evolution through the album. Actually really liked a couple songs Black Maria (mega guitar solo) It wouldn’t have made any difference New artist hadn’t heard before and wasn’t disappointed 3.5/5

Hell of a intro to NWA - unreal album. Honestly love so many songs from it.

Really enjoyed this different vibe. No discernible favourite track. However I listened to the track list start to finish. I did have it as background music to a family meal. Which it provided a fun upbeat atmosphere. I feel listening to the album solely with headphones would be a little trickier. Having the odd song every so often was great and the backing track of a night is a great choice. Not sure any individual song stands strong enough to warrant my investment for the average 6min song length. As an album enjoyable

Honestly just a classic. A lot of nonsensical lyrics but that’s also part of the Beatles charm. Guitar interlude in “she’s so heavy” is so 60s. Loved it. Maxwell silver hammer is just such a different vibe. And just a bit rubbish. Then back to gnarly vocals in Oh! DARLING and piano mashing which is wonderful. Followed by octopus garden which aside from the first 10 seconds is just a bit random and weak. Enjoyed Golden Slumber a lot. Such a varied album with so many classic riffs, chorus’ and even drums. Great album with some random nonsensical songs interweaved throughout. But I guess that’s just the Beatles

Wasn’t expecting the jazz vibe, and heavy use of sax throughout the album when I heard the name. To be honest I loved the slow use of saxophone, very mood setting. However I didn’t appreciate that the whole album would be synths and sax (keyboards and drums too) An album I’d play with a glass of red wine and to try to act pretentious. “Oh you don’t know the weather report, gwahf you must listen” but sadly those sort of evenings are few and far between. Rumba mama was a miss on the album. Not needed and just a different vibe felt out of place I appreciate the musical talent on the album. However not one I’d stick on regularly. Maybe if I needed some background music to drown out my spreadsheets.

Hmmm interesting album. I came in with no expectations. Not really keen on the car warning beeps in the songs. The punk style is cool but some of the songs do feel quickly included on the album and not necessarily thought through entirely, but that could be the punk style and I’m the one who has conformed to what music standards “should” be and following what the man tells me to do. However as the one with the subjective judgement and also the one reviewing the album - I didn’t enjoy this album, nice to hear a different band. But not one I’d come to again. I did think no Xmas for John Quays was an interesting track and one I’d listen to again. industrial estate was good lyrics decrying the class system and showing the plight of the working class, but in the ironic upbeat tone of punk.

Some absolute tunes on it - loved stomping through the city of London to it, and loading up some spreadsheets. The issue was some of the beats out of the club scene go on too repetitively and long. A few songs I wouldn’t listen to again “narayan” and Climbatize, too long. But over all the other songs hold up the album and really enjoyed the album.

I mean when people joke saying my favourite album by X band is the greatest hits. Appetite for Destruction literally is that greatest hits album for GnR (ex November rain) The opener of welcome to the jungle is honestly one of my favourite album openers from start to finish you know what you’re in for. Also probably one the most iconic album art works ever. The only issue is. For a full album it’s hard to listen to the whining of Axel Rose. Also special shout out to “My Michelle” was a weird tune in that everything was good about the song apart from the chorus which was played in the wrong key and a bit shit.

This album makes me want to do two things: get in a car and road trip or crack open a few cans and sit in the sun. Sadly British summers (and roads) don’t offer the level of fulfilment I’m seeking. I hadn’t listened to this album before today. I enjoyed expanding my 1970s classic rock repertoire. The album had a lovers undertone to it - the theme of love was veiled (thinly at times) across most songs, which actually was quite enjoyable. gave a sense of purpose to the album. The undulation of slow guitar to upbeat guitar across the album threw me. I didn’t enjoy the swings from one to another. Take it easy was a great opener - very eagles (which feels stupid to say on their self titled album). Most of us are Sad was a different tempo and I didn’t enjoy its placement on the album. Understood to show a bit more range and emotion, also appealing to the slower listening audience- not one for me. Nightgale - who’d have thought this bird would be a perfect partner for an eagle. Took me straight back into the album. Love song with out the super gushy. Early Bird - loved the banjo. Loved the vocals. One of my favourite on the album. Tryin - great ending song - took me back to Road trips and beers. Enjoyed listening to the album

So I gave this album two chances. One in the morning and one in the evening. And I disliked the album on both listening events. The biggest turn off was the lead singer. His vocals were all over the place. It’s the sort of music I’d imagine people listening to in 6th form or start of Uni to be edgy. Some of the guitar interludes were decent. But the arty aspect of the album really put me off. On Gods will be Gods they used what sounded like an echo machine - on both the vocals and drums. Maybe they were going after that ethereal style - but quickly became my audio hell. This was followed by UFO sounds and the Warbling of the lead singer. Honestly the best part of the song was it randomly cutting off at the end mid sentence. Honestly my horror when I thought I’d finished with the album to see they had recorded a B side of 6 of the album songs. 1/5 really not a fan. Not looking forward to hearing another echo and bunny man album.

I only really knew the leading song from this album. But I was impressed by the eclectic styles this band covered. Nothing that I’d have expected. All have that punk style of singing - but you can hear Irish influence, classic rock and roll, Reggae, classic punk. Really interesting as honestly didn’t know what musical style would appear next. It meandered from short sharp punk tones - to upbeat joyful almost singalong style. Big fan of lost in the supermarket. Great intro and lyrics. However not an album I’d run to in the first instance - but would be happy enough if it came on

This album was my vibe. Hit some musical notes I forgot since uni. Big fan have added these to my rotation. Good feel good music - little hint of some mixes of different genres. Reminded me a lot of the eels - good vibes all around.

I enjoyed this album. Variety of instruments creating harmonic melodies. Piano was nice to hear and the faint singing in background across the album was a good style. Nothing was invasive as you listen or screaming ITS MY TURN HEAR ME NOW. as such it’s a strong one to put on as a background music. The only element is that it does sound like it could be the backing track of any none descript restaurant home or abroad. This probably results in 4million of the 4.3 million monthly listens for this band.. I listened as my only album on repeat for 2.5hours on a plane home and still felt like I could listen to it the next day. So that’s a success.

Okay 80s since brought kicking and screaming into the 90s. The song “I wouldn’t normally do this kind of thing” a perfect auditory example of this The soft camp style of the lead singer is definitely unique for the album. At times it felt a little confused album of trying to offer ballads while maintaining a dance techno vibe. I will say “different point of view” was a catchy chorus and could have been straight out of a K pop group in 2012. Which is testament and legacy both of the style and sound the band have created Wouldn’t listen as an album again - but the occasional song

Intro to Blue Orchid is just sexy - the solid drum line, jacks sexy vocals the riff of guitar - honestly nailed it. To paraphrase the song “how dare you” do such a song as the intro to the album. I’m a fan of the white strips and of this album. Very enjoyable listen and introduction to some new songs The nurse was a slow build and a tease of the guitar throughout The Denial Twist for a new favourite too. Enjoyed Instinct Blues can see the Black Keys inspiration from this song. There were a few misses on the album little ghost was a shocker. Also I was less of a fan of the slower moving songs including White Moon.

Didn’t enjoy the pop punk / emo style. Feel this group will have inspired other bands - but I didn’t enjoy listening.

Used to listen to this album before I was cool. A pinnacle was hearing it in a cafe trying to impress a date and asking if it was pink moon by Nick Drake - where the staff looked at me like I was a knob head.. Love the Melodies, the guitar, the gentle vocals of Nick. A welcoming album that makes me feel at peace. Enjoyed nearly every song on the album. Only complaint that a 11 song album being 27mins is a crime!! Recommend listening sitting on a canal in the sun with a beer, watching the world go by

I enjoyed the guitar through out the album. Them bones and rooster hard favourites. May have been a more reminiscent album for me as enjoyed the songs when younger. But the heavy guitar and vocals were strong throughout. Good album

Hmm this album was interesting. For every song I enjoyed there was one I disliked. The vibe was super 60s and shockingly the first time I’d ever listened to the Velvet Underground. The bass on European Son - slapped. Then they do something ass like add in smashing glasses adlibs and bongo drums.. Weirdly I enjoyed Nico’s vocals more than Lou reeds… Again some songs I loved- others were just a miss for me

Took a walk on the wild side - I enjoyed hearing this album

Okay opening song on the album - I genuinely thought she was singing in Swedish… I then questioned was I having a stroke. The music was enjoyable. But the style is so unique - spoken word mixed with warbling mixed with crazy violin mixes with vocals. The album is an auditory mismatch - I honestly didn’t know what the hell I was going to listen to any second of the album. Felt I was back in a 4am tent in Budapest listening to “black Lake” and the blasted with more violin. Also was not a fan of the heavy rolling of the Rs… niche complaint. But the whole album was a bit bloody niche

I enjoyed the reggae vibe - different to a lot of albums on here. Burning spear are clearly influencial with the world of reggae how ever I am not a reggae head. The songs were a liberals wet dream in singing along. I enjoyed the beats for a few songs - but found it tricky to do a whole album

A meld of soft pop and rock. The gentle vocals soothed my ears as I listened, and having a female singer was very enjoyable especially after the recent run of albums. The issue is as a whole I didn’t enjoy listening to the album. Losers was a great song- loved the bridge to chorus. But I was left wanting more on a lot of the album

Tasty tasty tasty vocals and licks from the offset. CSNY the super group was a combo I hadn’t heard but goooodness pleased I have now. I was a bigger fan of the faster paced rock songs - the piano and slower songs less of a fan. Country girl was a split one for me - I didn't enjoy the start but the longer i listened I really got into it Favourites: Carry On, Everybody I love you, Almost cut my hair, Woodstock

I’m going to describe this album in a manner I think Alex Harvey would appreciate. It can suck my swampsnake dong. I endured the audiotory pounding for a full 15 mins then realised I could action my sense of free will and stop it. The insanity of the lyrics drove me to it but the final nail was the intro to faith healer. After enduring for nearly 2mins of the repetitive drilling of a guitar with one note. I skipped forward but was ultimately subjected to what sounded like a Ringo Starr collab on Giddy up a ding dong. Now there were some better songs on the album. But sadly by track 4 I was lost. 1.5/5

Another one I’m unsure should be on 1001 albums to listen to before dying. It was fine. Vocals were good and composition of the music was good. I wouldn’t go out the way to listen again. No song really left a mark on me either

3 hours 30mins - I like the idea of space. But track 2 being 1 hour long was an insult. Nice vibe if I wanted some space age and techno house music. Not so much for my commute and walk into the office…

Classic RnR. Gotta appreciate the classics. Born on the Bayou let you know what you were in for. Powerful vocals in your face / my earphones as a surprise. There is always a temptation for these albums to be 2hours long - but this one was ironically a little short. Nice album that I can keep chooglin to

Honestly Johnny is such a don. Love his tunes and the audacity of playing at prison is incredible. It adds to the raw appeal of the songs and also to his persona. Hell of a dude and I’m one hell of a fan

First song was like the band were just trying to show off how many instruments were in the studio… for 10 minutes…. The next few songs on the album still had this experimental air to them. Not one for me to listen to again

These guys are the masters of staccato. They veil their songs in the guise of reggae but a reggae style that was very palatable to a UK Audience of the 70s / 80s (similar vibe to Madness). I enjoyed this album a lot more than I thought I would “nite Klub” was a great unknown tune Doesn’t make it alright also very enjoyable “people think they are clever smashing your head against a wall, then they say you got it my way”

Not a fan of this album at all

I enjoyed the change of pace on this album. Although, and not trying to be rude, it felt like a generic late 20teens 2020s country pop album. However some good songs on the album, well put together with great vocals and I personally enjoy the country zeitgeist. But max it can score for me is 3

I felt this album has more “yaaaoww” from both the audience and Mr Brown than actual music. There was a 10min long rendition of “yaaaoowww”. Now while I am a fan of the occasional “yaaaoww” I would have liked the album to have packed more of a musical “yaaaoww”. The live nature didn’t add to the music. However the occasional songs were enjoyable

Fairly melodic album. Soft singing style. Most the songs on the album up to the title song were similar. Paris 1919 introduced a new set of instruments - felt more like a musical song ( possibly the name, use of trumpets too - made me feel of Les Mis). I did enjoy the song as a different pace But the rest of the album didn’t do enough for me to warrant another listen

Fan of the smooth jazz - again another change of pace to what I normally listen to. Funky base line in The Big Apple is very enjoyable. As I’m not a connoisseur of jazz many songs blended together but I have a big appreciation for the musical abilities shown.

This album confused me. Firstly the songwriter is clearly very talented. But there was a medley of styles throughout the album. He goes from a melancholic style discussing love to more funky sounding tunes like body rap and once around the block. He’s a fan of experimenting with sounds on the guitar and distortions which in totality probably add to the album. BUT there was something that I couldn’t super get behind on the album - and I tried- listening over 2 days. But sadly left me wanting for something I don’t know. Nice album not sure groundbreaking. 3/5

Okay literally no false pretences on this album. Not trying to hide away- the album screams we are the future get behind it or fuck off. Bringing electro beats to the 70s, possibly becoming the muse to a generation of 80s music (and most likely inspiring 2 albums from pet street boys which I’ve been forced to listen to on this 1001 roster) but also can hear modern techno music being influenced by this album. But I will say there is a difference to being influential and one that I enjoy listening to. There is a reason there is little singing on the album. The Model shows you why… Couple of songs were fun - but can’t imagine I’m adding this to my regular playlist selection

It’s a classic. Boom bap rap from NY. The killer flow from Nas over real 90s street beats is a KILLER combo. A style that people try to replicate over the years. I fugging love this album. And repeated can listen to any of them. Nasty Nas you nailed it The Genesis NY state of mind Halftime Favourite on the album - Represent. The backing track makes it so much better of a tune

Good motown album. I was listening while in the jazz and Motown heartland of Detroit so it felt fitting. Interesting addition to the rotation - to be honest not my vibe entirel. But I respect it So in love the best song on the album. the baseball style organ being played with the brass was very nice sound

Very much a “hey I used to be in nirvana album” Which was the zeitgeist for the 90s era this album was produced. There were pockets of future Foos coming through which I enjoyed. But felt more like a what could have been album for nirvana than a stamp of full independence. 3/5

I started this album having never heard of PJ Harvey. I was impressed - slightly quirky, melodic style. Good vocals I could get behind it. But the more I listened of the album the less of it I enjoyed. To steal the title of one her songs - I was experiencing the downward trajectory of battleship hill. Again vocals strong and elements of the album I loved, but not one I could listen in total over again. I don’t know if the intro to England was meant to symbolise the East London markets of warbaling and random noises. This song is a perfect example - the next part of the song was beautifully presented (lyrics a little strange can’t quite deduce) then it overlays the random warbling again 2.5/5

An album that I can only imagine was written to summon a demon. The lyrics were wild - however the melodies not an entire miss. Not sure I understood the concept of the album - except they liked witches and magic. Oh and that they want to be a horse

Gonna be honest I do stan Moby. Intro to this album fuggin iconic. This album captures the zeitgeist of the late 90s. This is the future old man get used it. Music sounds like this now. And tbh I love it. Introduced the genre of repetitive light techno / ambient techno beat in a more mainstream context. With this album he does a stellar job. Also looks fuggin cool in album art. May as well be skateboarding over a shark.