1001 Albums Summary

Iconic soul album, I don't know if I can appreciate how it hit back then. You can hear the man inventing a genre

The opening four song stretch is an incredible ride, but the back-half slows down considerably, kind of inconsistent outside of the obvious-but-still-beautiful Do You Realize. A fun concept and strong out the gate, but ultimately a bit lost in the end.

Early Pumpkins, you can see where they're going and what they would become, but honestly just didn't hold me for the entire run. Never been a huge Pumpkins fan to be fair.

Was OK, some interesting stuff there but generally not a big Morrisey fan

I saw that Michael Jackson wanted to create an album where every song was "killer" -- I would say mission accomplished. Also: Includes one of the greatest 3-song stretches of all time, with Thriller, Beat It and Billie Jean all in a row.

Great listen, found myself going back to it again and again in the weeks after I listened to it. Excited to dig into more Stevie from this timeperiod.

So much good stuff on this album, Santana was truly ahead of his time with his guitar tone, the musicality... There were a lot of times earlier in my life when I was like, "Santana, what's the big deal?" And then I listened to this album

Did not care for on first listen, felt really disjointed, but subsequent listens have opened up some sonic understanding. Excited to see how this one ages for me

I originally wanted to give this a 3--after a first listen, I didn't really feel attached. But it continues to get deeper after multiple listens, and now I'm hooked. "Ocean of Noise" spoke to me and now I can't go back.

don't tell my wife but aerosmith sucks

I thought this was an inventive, at times beautifully lush album. Some of the lyrics leave things to be desired, but I also enjoyed a lot of the arrangements and instrumentation. A great introduction to a band I want to learn more about, but not sure how enduring it will be

I tried to go into this rock opera with an open mind--as a rock afficionado, I feel like I need to enjoy The Who more, and I'm a big fan of a well-done rock opera (Jesus Christ Superstar remains one of my favorite albums of all time). And there was a lot here that I enjoyed--but I guess I wanted most straight up rock. You've got the big hits like Pinball Wizard, but then there's a lot of really short little storytelling tracks that didn't really hook me with a forward-driving story the way JCS or Rent did, for example. I feel like a better rock fan now that I've listened to it, but I feel like unless I'm willing to dedicate some more listens to it, it may not get stuck in my head and heart the way the others do.

I felt like I was listening to a genius, but I also did not "get" a lot of it. I don't know if I'm smart enough for Charles Mingus, but maybe it will help open the door to jazz

Incredible album--not sure if I'm a Dylan fan yet, but this opened my eyes to the possibilities. A lot of respins.

Had high hopes after they were name-checked in High Fidelity, but this was a stinker

There are some good moments here, and I think a lot of people consider this an iconic album, but I honestly liked 2016's "Wildflower" better.

I wish I could explain why I like this album so much that I find myself revisiting it over and over. Maybe it's her voice? Maybe the arrangements? There's a magic here I can't put my finger on, I need to stop asking why and just enjoy it

A fun favorite, including great Ron Asheton licks and a primal Iggy Pop

Didn't really care for this

I was excited for this one because I know the hits but wanted to experience this early work in its entirety--was unfortunately a bit disappointing. The guy is an artist and does some brave experimenting here, but there are some stretches of unlistenable shit.

Listened to this a lot--inventive, lush, and a lot of fun

not my bag

A seminal statement, a defining work of the punk genre--a must-listen for anyone interested in punk and/or the evolution of rock n roll. Too much? I say no

Foundational Beasties--but I think I prefer the later stuff tbh

Feels like listening to AM radio in backcountry Iowa. I can respect it, but not exactly my bag

I can appreciate the musicianship, especially of Mark Knopfler, and enjoyed the two big hits (Down to the Waterline, Sultans of Swing) but just really not for me

Really loved it--hypnotic breakbeats that inspired dreams of my own Las Vegas Heist movie.

Glossy and ethereal, but not something I'd put on to listen to. Reminds me of slightly elevated 80s pop, I might hear it in a department store or something.

Wasn't sure when it first spun up but ended up really enjoying it -- was good, soothing background music as I worked, enjoyed hearing the acoustic picking and his voice. Felt like a vibe I'd revisit on a chill day

Love this album, classic Bowie with great hooks, inventive melodies, singalong moments. One of my favorites from him.

I enjoy classic blues, and this was a good one to put on while I was drinking--but alas, a lot of it sounds the same after a while, nothing that blew me away. Muddy Waters is great, but I'd probably rather listen to Freddie King

A really remarkable album, reminded me of Beatles and classic 60s pop with more evocative lyrics and incredible vocal hooks. "Do You Remember Walter" and "Picture Book" are particular highlights