The driving bass lines are really enjoyable, and the songs have a distinct post-punk crunch and reverb to them - a very decent album that I can see people loving, but not one that I’ll personally be listening to on repeat
Solid, enjoyable hip hop grooves with a few strong standouts. The album feels at it’s strongest in the middle section.
Apt chirpy rock & roll from the 50s - lovely guitar work over upbeat rhythms, complemented by amazing vocal arrangements. Makes you feel like you should be on the beach with a cocktail. The epitome of old school pop / rock & roll.
Calming & intricate - love the acoustic guitar work on this album and can really appreciate it as a lovely folk listen. Vocals are very smooth and mellow too. Pink Moon and Parasite are stand outs.
Great vibes throughout this album, with bouncing grooves, upbeat vocals and funky bass lines. Really enjoyable album.
One of the best ever. Absolute classic in every way. Rock & Roll one of my favourite Zeppelin songs, and the rest of the album is a masterpiece.
Technically superb and clearly a genre-defining metal album at it’s time - but metal never fully does it for me and despite the albums strengths, it doesn’t grip me.
Funky hip hop grooves that feel playful and upbeat. Lots of strong moments on the album but the songs seem way too long & drawn-out at times. Felt like I was waiting for a pay off or switch in vibe at times.
Atmospheric hip-hop beats that feel quite haunting & provocative. Almost has a dark & heavy feeling to it despite the lack of lyrics. The album has a good pace to it, with ebs and flows in intensity, and I could easily get lost in it's tone and grooves.
A couple of classic soulful rock ballads in this album, both of which are enjoyable and feel like a throwback. “Cry Baby” is the highlight for me, with a couple of other strong tracks, but overall the album doesn’t do too much for me.
This album feels fairly inconsistent and a bit dated in parts. In fairness to it the song-writing is fairly intricate and a few of the songs do feel up-beat and anthemic - Go Or Go Ahead is by far the best song for me. But overall the album feels scattered and forgettable. Left it feeling quite bored if I was being brutal.
Really interesting rap / hip-hop album, with smooth rap grooves and a classic hip-hop style. Strong album, but doesn’t justify more than a 7/10 due to a lack of truly memorable moments that could be played on repeat.
Radiant & authentic country-pop album, surprised myself that I enjoyed this as much as I did. “Slow Burn” is a brilliant opening track & the general flow of the album never loses pace or appeal, despite a couple of fillers.
Bizzare and disjointed throughout, with clearly an experimental approach to the album. The tone of each song is wildly different to the last, but somehow it’s still immersive and interesting despite its many flaws. Some real high moments too with Storms & Sisters Of The Moon.
Beautiful atmospheric opening track, followed by a collection of grungy shoegaze that's easy to get lost in. The guitar work is interesting - distorted power chords are complemented with reverby riffs that add to the rhythms, with the occasional addition of ambient synths.
An absolute classic of grungy alternative rock, with so many highs and memorable moments. Come As You Are, Territorial Pissings & Lithium are standouts to me. The distorted sound of the guitars are genuinely iconic. So close to getting 5/5 but there are a couple of slower moments that don't quite hit. 4.5/5 for me.
No misses on this one. One of the best rock / nu metal albums of all time. Banger after banger and an absolute staple of my teen years, has to be 5/5.
There are so many bangers on this album, and the guitar & bass work is brilliant throughout. Scar Tissue, Otherside & Californication are the obvious classics. Despite this though there are two or three filler moments and inconsistencies that leave you wanting a bit more. 7/10.
The grooves on some of these tracks are so fun & upbeat, with interesting bass lines and strong funk vibes. Secrets & Stand Up are standout bangers with an amazing vibe. The slower tracks don’t quite hit the same for me but overall it’s a great groovy soul album.
Listening to Fairytale Of New York in September was a bizzare feeling for starters, and the “Celtic Punk” genre definitely isn’t for me. The Irish folk influence is prominent throughout with some punk sprinkled in to give the album energy. But despite having my favourite Christmas song on the album, it’s not doing it for me.
Experimental, soulful and charismatic throughout, this album is an absolute beast and a ground-breaking one for it’s time. The guitar work is so interesting & each song keeps you guessing as to what’s next. There’s the perfect blend on this album of experimental sounds and just straight-up soulful guitar-work and vocals. An absolute classic.
This is a raw & emotive album full of folk rock songs that I largely enjoy. Ultimately though it also feels a little disjointed in parts and folk is never going to be my favourite genre. A good album but not one to remember.
Superb slice of soul music. Never seen the film the album is the soundtrack for, but the tracklist is super clean, energetic, and groovy. I love the flow of the album and the overall vibe, the bass lines and guitar work are fantastic, overlayed with the iconic vocals.
Some absolute classics of funk, soul & disco on this album that stand the test of time. 4 or 5 of the songs are brilliant and it makes for a fun, groovy listen. A couple of the slower songs do slow the tempo a bit too much for me though.
Worked my way through this album more intrigued about it than feeling any sort of love for it. Some strong moments and interesting technical work from the band, but ultimately the album feels disjointed and massively self indulgent. Some elements are utterly bizarre and feels like the band are experimenting for the sake of it, some are momentarily very good. The opener and closer are very good at least. Maybe I'm missing the point of the album but it's not a fave of mine at all.
In all honesty I'm just bored listening to this album. Soft rock like this always leaves me wanting a bit more. There are some strong elements to the album but for me the album lacks edge or any standout moments. It makes for a “pleasant” listen but also a very forgettable one.
A short but very sweet rap & hip-hop record, that feels exceptionally well produced and written. It somehow feels warm throughout with no fillers or inconsistencies. Be (Intro) is a 10/10 intro track and it then flows through the rest of the album as if it's a story full of soulful energy.
This is giving fun & playful energy throughout, with consistently interesting samples & beats. As far as hip-hop albums go, this one is particularly light-hearted and upbeat. Very enjoyable!
Rap with attitude and a bite, but despite the cinematic beats & high moments, it has too many fillers and samey moments for me. A good listen but it washed over my a bit without leaving a huge impression.
This album is borderline an assault on the ears. The aggressive guitars, hazy vocals and heavy drums make for an absolute bombardment of feral punk rock. There are so many really strong moments here but the hour long album lacks diversity or any moments of change, leaving it feel samey as you get towards the latter half of the album.
Instrumentally this album is a massive win. Brilliant guitar and bass work throughout, with extremely interesting rhythm guitars plucking away in the background underneath the lead. Ultimately though the pace and tone of the album falls slightly flat at points. The folk-rock vibe is enjoyable but there aren't enough stand out moments for it to score higher than a 6/10.
Powerful would be the best word to describe this one. The first 2/3s of the album is straight up head-banger after head-banger, with ripping guitars and soaring vocals. A good chunk of the album is utterly superb, but the second half slows down slightly and the change of pace doesn’t do it quite as much for me. There are still strong moments in this back half but it does hold the album back as an entire collection for me. Still extremely enjoyable though.
This style of music is not usually my cup of tea , but I did enjoy the upbeat blend of afrobeats & jazz this album offers. Definitely not something I'd go back to day to day, but when the mood hits right this album would be very good. Lots of strong upbeat moments with great instrumentals.
Doesn’t do too much for me. The vocals are strong and the production for it’s time is clearly brilliant, but the pace & tone of the album doesn’t land well at all with me. Feels relatively bland and lacks edge. Blending country & folk, two genres that I never usually love, was never going to be a winner with me.
Can't help but see the positives in this album despite it not making me feel much. The guitar work and vocals are brilliant, and there is a soulful feel to the record that does sit well. However, there wasn't a single moment on this album that made me feel anything special. It's a pleasant enough listen but I imagine I won't remember too much about it.
Feels like ten genres in one album, but still somehow comes together through brilliant instrumental work and interesting songwriting. The album starts with a country/folk introduction, followed by "Quattro" that seems more alternative, followed by "Black Heart" that moves towards a dark & moody ballad. The album continues like this leaving me feeling confused but somehow in a really good way.
A classic of what I'd call “Dad Rock”. This album is theatrical, bold and a genuinely iconic collection of 70s rock hits. Born To Run is definitely the highlight, but the rest of the album maintains the brilliant wall of sound, cinematic instrument arrangements and passionate vocals/lyrics. In a way it makes you feel ambitious and driven after listening, largely because of Springsteen’s huge delivery.
This album is lively and a pleasant enough listen, but it leaves little impression on me and feels slightly bland for my taste. There’s no doubting the album’s “maturity”, and the sprinkle of jazz influence on the soft-rock base is nice to listen to, but it still falls flat and I can’t imagine I’ll remember much of the album in days to come - other than perhaps “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number”.
Very nearly a brilliant album. Morrisey’s voice and Marr’s brilliant guitar work are no doubt iconic and make for a distinct sound that clearly sets The Smith’s apart as a unique sound. Married with witty lyrics, a balance between happy/sad themes, and some standout tracks, this makes for an enjoyable album. I just feel that one or two of the tracks don't hit the same heights, leaving me to feel like there's just something missing to merit a higher score.
What an explosive start to an album that is - War Pigs & Paranoid are sensational classic metal songs to set the tone for the album to come with roaring guitar riffs, heavy instrumentation and Ozzy’s iconic vocals. What follows is an interesting, brilliantly written metal album that stands strong as a genre defining album.
Why do I feel like I've just been hypnotised on my way to work? I imagine this album would have blown my mind in 1973. Not so much in 2025. The repetitive, atmospheric soundscapes here are definitely pleasant enough to listen to for the most part, and there are some major highs on the lengthy title track “Autobahn”, but there’s also some very bizarre and jarring experimental moments that make for a disjointed listen. Got to give it credit for being an interesting listen and I'm sure pretty groundbreaking in the 70s.
Super enjoyable from start to finish. The album starts off strong with a couple of fantastic, vibrant retro rock songs, and the second half of the album comes alive with some absolute classics - Bad Moon Rising & Lodi are simply superb tracks that highlight the strong songwriting and delivery of the record. In short, the album feels very authentic and really well produced.
Raw, angry and full of grunge. This is a noisy, aggressive album that screams at you for 47 minutes. The production is extremely down to earth, and not hugely polished, making it feel like you're listening to a live gig in an indie music venue. All this makes for a strong listen and an accomplished record, albeit one that leaves you emotionally drained by the end. 4 out of 5.
Makes me want to be sat in a dark & ambient cocktail bar sipping on a negroni. Classical jazz isn’t my usual cup of tea, but I can definitely see the appeal of this album. It is overwhelmingly complex and intricate, making for a pleasant but challenging listen. There are instrumental elements that are obviously superb and the band seem to be in perfect harmony, but ultimately this style of music for me isn’t for everyday.
The cohesion & flow of this album is undeniable, and you can absolutely see how the quality of the production & the experimental song-writing would have been revolutionary at the time of release. However, there is something about this album that makes it fall flat for me. There are a number of tracks that have little to no impact as individual songs, and the delivery across the album does come across as pretty dated in parts. There are no doubt strong moments on the album and small elements that will remain iconic for years to come, but despite the album’s cohesiveness I come away from it feeling slightly underwhelmed.
On this album the Sonics deliver a lively, raw form of garage rock packaged in a small but energetic record. The key songs are aggressive, unfiltered and full of energy, making for a fun listen, albeit one that is let down slightly by some basic & repetitive song writing. The albums main issue though is the awful production quality. You could give them the benefit of the doubt given it was recorded in the early 60s, but the sound quality of the guitars and vocals are simply awful and do impact the experience of listening to it. Also, if this guy screams WOOWWWAAH one more time…..
Starting an album with “Whole Lotta Love” is genius, sets the tone brilliantly for what is to come: incredible guitar work from Paige, powerful vocals from Plant, and an energetic delivery from Bonham & JPJ. There isn't a single weak point on this album - it's classic Zeppelin all over.
The grooves are absolutely fire on this album - funky bass lines backed with Chic's disco soul sound are always a winner in my eyes. Good Times is a superb start to the album, and My Feet Keep Dancing continues the feel good vibe. There are a couple of tracks that you could argue perform the role of fillers, but I still came away from this album feeling uplifted and in a great mood. What more can you ask for?
A slightly mental album that I can't help but like for the most part. It's all over the place, energetic and playful, with some truly standout moments. Despite the positives though it feels too long and filled with some really forgettable moments. A good listen overall but it's left me feeling confused as to why the album is regarded as one of the best Brit-Pop albums, and feeling that anyone comparing Blur to Oasis need to give their head a wobble.
Having ‘You’re My Best Friend’, ‘Love Of My Life’ & ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ on the same album, you’d expect a 5 star album. Considering the classic sounds of May’s brilliant guitar work & Mercury’s iconic vocals throughout, alongside the undeniable sound of classic Queen hitting all the right notes, there’s no doubt that this is a great album. However, for me there’s one or two songs that don’t fit, and actually jar slightly. I really wanted to give this 5/5 but if I’m being realistic, 4/5 is about right.
There is a brilliant power and self-assurance to this album, especially given it's Tori Amos’ first solo album. Some of the tracks attack you with ambient yet powerful sounds that contribute to excellent ballads, completed by the excellent piano playing throughout. What let's the album down for me though is that some of the slower, less impactful songs don't hit the same heights and at times it makes for a slightly inconsistent pace, leaving me wanting more from certain sections of the album.
As a debut album this massively sets the tone for what was to come for Black Sabbath. It’s punchy, heavy & rich with the haunting metal sound that defines the band. Despite this it really doesn’t hit the same heights as the follow up album “Paranoid”, with a number of the tracks here sounding great but not leaving the same impression. In short, I don’t think this album is as memorable, despite being a strong debut album.
Even without much of a punk education, it's pretty obvious that many bands that followed were heavily inspired by The Stooges & this album. The raw, energetic guitars and basslines work really well together, and the opening track is an absolute killer. I would argue that the production despite being in the 60s is painfully inconsistent throughout the album though, and there are moments where it feels like quite an exhausting listen, almost like the album is attacking your ears. Having said that, I still really enjoyed it and would listen again.
I really don't like it. The album is overproduced, insanely boring and full of the most generic songwriting I've heard in a long time. There is literally zero edge or anything interesting to report here, the album may as well be a collection of cheesy songs written for run of the mill 80s films.
This was a good listen in parts, and it started really promisingly, but at times the album blends into a soup of distorted guitars and sounds that are hard to differentiate from one another. Ultimately, it's a decent enough listen but very samey throughout and gets a little boring to listen to.
Beautiful, anthemic indie that listens just as well now as it did when it was released. The Suburbs & Ready To Start hit you with a perfect 1-2 to set the tone of the album, followed by a collection of superb indie anthems. Suburban War & Wasted Hours are highlights towards the back end of the album, that sum up a fantastic album.