I have already listened to Fela Kuti, so this is not a revelation. Still, Femi is good, the compositions are interesting. This is softer and more melodic than Fela, though I feel like Femi is not as good of a singer. Seems like this includes some additional electronic elements. Like the other Afrobeat I've listened to, the tracks get overlong and repetitive if you listen to enough of them.

I have already listened to Fela Kuti, so this is not a revelation. Still, Femi is good, the compositions are interesting. This is softer and more melodic than Fela, though I feel like Femi is not as good of a singer. Seems like this includes some additional electronic elements. Like the other Afrobeat I've listened to, the tracks get overlong and repetitive if you listen to enough of them.

Many tracks on this album are pretty grating. They remind me of Bananarama. I'm not a fan of the signing and the pop instrumentals are not interesting. There are some rock-influenced tracks that are, in my opinion, much stronger ("Lust to Love", "Fading Fast", "Can't Stop the World"). Those have an edge and creativity that I don't see in most of this album.

Definitely a classic. The hits still hit, the deep cuts are rough and discordant. Its a punk album made purposely to alienate their new fans. As a statement of intent, its amazing. Some of the deep cuts aren't my cup of pennyroyal tea, but overall its a great album.

There are some classic tracks in here, but the album as a whole is not that interesting. Without The One I Love this would be a below average album. Finest Worksong and End of the World are also great. Beyond those its hard to see much value in the tracks here.

A classic. Danceable at any time. The guitar is incredible and drives every track. The blue print for a lot sounds I enjoy to this day.

There are some fine pop tracks on this album, though there are just as many flat covers of black american artists. Does this really deserve to be on this list? Just because it's by the Beatles does not mean it's essential. I'm sure there are hundreds of more interesting, influential, and deserving albums out there.

Brilliant and dark. Can't imagine anyone else making something like this, its romantic, desperate, brooding, passionate, but also hopeful. "I Want You" is probably the best representation of what this album is about.

Really intense. There are some great tracks on here that combine manic energy, screaming vocals, and an underlying groove. Its both psychedelic and punk rock, and I'm a fan. There are a few clear skips, but also some amazing songs for the playlist.

Music for the Xanax generation.

Probably the most overrated artist among critics. This guy is bad.

Ethereal. I appreciate that this album was groundbreaking for its day. Listening today, however, it sounds dated. I feel like I've heard many elements of this music in later shoegaze, trip hop, and electronica music. Overall, I can see the value in this album as a trendsetter, but didn't love the actual listening experience.

The sort of album that people say they like because its experimental while secretly hating it.

Some pretty good blue-eyed soul! This is not amazing, and there a good number of misses, but there are also some great tracks in here. It is mostly a soul album. Dusty is a great singer, so it stands up next to Motown and other girl acts from the time. Overall, a good listen.

Pretty good crooning. Very low-key, sad, and mellow. I liked this more than I expected. Its not that interesting musically, but Price is a good singer. Overall, not bad.