The Pleasure Principle
Gary NumanDefinitely a foundational album for synth pop coming into the 80s. Very important historically, but not really my kind of sound.
Definitely a foundational album for synth pop coming into the 80s. Very important historically, but not really my kind of sound.
Absolutely incredible experience. This was actually my first time ever listening to a Pink Floyd album. I now understand that psychedelic rock would not be what it is today if it wasn't for them. This album had everything I enjoy when it comes to the genre: a plethora of sounds and instruments with some amazing performances on the guitar. I love it when I hear a noise that I didn't know an instrument could make and I experienced that on this album. The album plays like one big song, which is something I adore. Shine On You Crazy Diamond is literally half the album and I couldn't be happier about it.
A fine funk album, but I've definitely heard better. Shining Star is definitely the best song on the album. The rest of the tracks kind of overstay their welcome; there's too much falsetto throughout and it loses it's luster/charm. I do really enjoy the variety of instruments in this album (marimba, harpsichord/dulcimer?). As a fan of the funk/ genre, I feel like this falls a bit flat for Earth, Wind and Fire.
What a throwback. Listening to all of these tracks makes me think of late 2000s and 10s. Great album to come back to.
What hasn't been said about this album? It's Prince at his finest. Can't get much better than this once-in-a-generation album.
One of the best opening tracks ever. This concept album has been praised by critics and fans alike as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. Hell, one of the greatest albums overall. I personally prefer "good kid, m.A.A.d city" over this, but it's recognition still stands.
The album that defined the 90s and grunge as a genre. Plenty of iconic tracks on this one, but the second half of the album isn't nearly as gripping. Maybe I just don't prefer this kind of big noise, in-your-face style of rock music. Nevertheless, I cannot deny its status in the world of music.
Very fun. Makes for a great porch listen with friends.
Yeah this album sucks dude; there's no way around it. I really thought the guitar could save it, but the lead singer is just so goddamn annoying. There's no cohesion and it doesn't know what it wants to be while simultaneously bringing nothing to the table (other than singing about pissing in the shower). I was just waiting for this one to be over after the first 5 minutes.
Baba O'Riley is such a killer opening track dude. Good few legendary songs on this one. Overall pleasant listen, just short of a 5.