1001 Albums Summary

One of the best albums ever made. It’s hard to put his music into a genre, it goes places that are inspirational for other musicians

The happy nature of this album contrasts significantly to the grunge movement in the states that was also popular at that time, but very much conforms to the sound of other British rock bands also prevalent in the early 90’s. A very solid album. Highlights: End of a century, title track, boys &girls

Iconic album, transformer feels like an album where directly inspired blues rock transitions into something more contemporary

Enjoyed listening to this album. The key and tempo changes consistent throughout the album kept me engaged. At some points reminded me of The Doors, especially Wicked Annabella. Also enjoyed some of the tongue in cheek lyrics, people take pictures of each other could’ve been written today

Very “yacht rock”. Listening to this makes me think of upper middle class boomers wearing white linen and Camilla dresses on a summer afternoon, frothing harder than their sparkling white wines listening to this album. Not my cup of tea but I can appreciate the musicianship. Stoked it’s only 7 songs long

I can hear what they’re trying to achieve, but I’m sure there were better examples of this genre of music in the 70’s. “If everyone was listening” and “crime of the century” hold their own though

Pretty cool album, enjoyed the musicianship

This album sounds like if someone bought the Rolling Stones from Temu. Or if I tried to explain the concept of blues rock to someone but actually hadn’t listened to any of it myself

I can’t stand country music, it’s so contrived, so shit, and so fucking preachy. Luckily Johnny Cash isn’t country, he’s punk rock. This album he performs songs about doing coke, committing crime, and getting hung, at a prison while clearly higher than two Charlie Sheens. This album wouldn’t have been made today, it’d incite riots. If it isn’t 5 stars just for the cojones of the guy, at least the music is catchy too

Jesus, I was not expecting this this at all. Each track unravels and takes you down like a sniper.

So far this list has been a bit disappointing. Lots of albums from the 70’s and 80’s that are “classic albums” but to be honest they all kinda suck, this album included. There’s a few hits that absolutely slap; dancing in the dark, I’m on fire, and the title track, but the rest of the album feels like filler. I can appreciate Bruce’s place in American culture and his immense success, but I have to also recognise I’m not the target audience so I’m probably not going to enjoy it the same way others might

This album reminds me of the point approximately 3.5m in from the fog line…Middle of the road

This album felt like eating a kebab at midday, you know you won’t really appreciate it unless it’s 3am and you’ve had a gazillion beers. I felt the same way listening to this album sober, maybe if I had three tabs of LSD I’d appreciate it more. In saying that, night train made me think of a cut scene in a surf movie, where they’re driving around barren roads somewhere between get shacked off their melons

I love the hip hop and rap, and much as I enjoy listening to songs about street politics on my daily commute, it’s also good to listen to an album that’s upbeat. This album is as much about the production and DJ skills of Maseo, as it is the rapping. I hadn’t heard much de la soul prior to this, and was blown away at how many samples I recognised from other songs created much after this one. So I guess that says a lot about their influence on hip hop through the years, and this album in particular

It’s the Beatles at their best in my opinion. Listening to this album you can tell a lot of thought was put into creating something that is best listened to start to finish, and it still holds up today. 5 stars

Hungover, big fight with the missus, told her this was it, no coming back. Listened to Amon Amorth prior to this. Wanting to sink into the eternal darkness, the music in my ears matches the darkness of everything around. Why has no one ever listed them as an inspiration? If I didn’t know it would be a early 2000’s band that was the side project for Sigur Rös

Not my cup of coffee, however the lyrics are great. Someone definitely hurt Ray Price and he wants them to know about it on this album

Musically, the first 2/3rds of the album reminds me of what you might hear in a quirky 80’s movie or sitcom. Then, out of nowhere “waiting for the big one” hits you with a great bluesy refrain from the 80’s power of love style of rock, would almost call it prog. Down the dolce vita and waiting for the flood also each go to contrasting places that make you wonder if Peter had a deal with the label where he was only able to fully send it for 30% of each record. Was going to give this album 2 stars until I heard the last 3 songs, glad I hung in there

Such a classic album, its darkness is only matched by the quality of the storytelling. I found it confronting the first time I heard it a long time ago, but it’s still a classic. The final song, death is not the end finishes the album perfectly

A typical new order album, with some quirky departures mixed through. Not their best work though, if I were to compare this to brotherhood or get ready

I can see how other bands have been influenced by this album, and refined this sound into something more appetising for the wider population. Shoegaze isn’t really my thing, but I can appreciate the art of this album

Very interesting album. The riffs, and chunky bass of yours is no disgrace is a great opener. Listening to this I was thinking the sound is similar to the Who, who I understand were first in developing this particular type of prog rock, but the level of skill on this album can’t be denied. So I guess if you are going to copy another band’s sound, at least do it well and take it to some different places, like Yes have on this album

You really can’t dispute the longevity of RHCP’s career, they’ve had a knack of popping up and blowing a generation away with an album that becomes the soundtrack to your teenage years. I missed out on the timing for this album but was old enough for the Californication buzz. This album and one hot minute were those that your older siblings would have on 24/7. Listening to this now, I still think it holds up, you can hear the influence for 311, and the whole genre of nu metal

Yeah no thanks. Lounge and country music fusion. Just because you can doesn’t mean you should

Before listening to this album I was thinking I’m not super keen to hear songs from Toy Story today, then I listened to the way he dismantles and takes the piss out of rednecks, wealthy people, the government and the French, and was surprised and impressed. Sorry Randy, I was not familiar with your game

This album reminds me of an ex girlfriend who used to always have this on every time I got in her car. I didn’t rate it back then and unfortunately I’m still feeling the same way about it now.

Mid 2000’s folk. It’s alright I guess

You sorta know what you’re in for with Neil Young, but it doesn’t take away from the sound. What he does really well is convey the emotion of each song to the listener, harder than it seems.

The Band are so revered amongst musicians, to be honest though I’d never really heard much of them apart from watching the last waltz. Listening to this start to finish I think I was a little underwhelmed. What I’ve realised so far doing this list is there are many bands & artists that are technically gifted, but what makes a 5 star album in my opinion is the technical skill and the je ne sais quoi that makes songs memorable/catchy and make you want to listen on repeat indefinitely. There wasn’t really anything I heard that made want to revisit this album

The moodiness of this matches perfectly with Beth Gibbons vocals. Trip hop had a pretty good moment through the 90’s/early 00’s and Portishead were at the forefront of it. A good album start to finish, glory box is the perfect closer

This was a good listen, could hear a lot of influence for punk music. A bit different to other punk influences like the clash or ramones, more like cheap trick maybe

Fuck Yes!! Loved every second of this, the driving baselines, ear melting solos and the falsetto vocals. You really can see where a lot of modern rock, metal & punk bands got their inspo from.

Not bad music per sé, but I fail to hear a real point of difference between this album and others released around this time that are also on the list.

Obligatory Morrissey is a bellend. Such a classic album though. I still remember hearing this for the first time, I’d been through the cure, Radiohead, and Elliot smith so this seemed like the next logical step in terms of broody teenager music. Listening to it again now I still think it holds up, the unique melodies, the musicality, especially some of the basslines, are awesome. There’s not one song on the album that doesn’t hold its own

Ok music to have in the background while tapping the keyboard at work. There’s better music for this purpose available that’s been made more recently, but the fact this album is old enough to have school aged children, you have to credit the output purely based on technology available then vs now

When this first came out I was in high school, and I thought at the time they were a bit mainstream for my liking. Giving this a listen now, I feel like the music feels very dated, the whole nu metal wave had its time

I was really looking forward to listening to this album, but apart from lust for life and the passenger, I was left feeling a bit underwhelmed. Not that the rest of the album isn’t ok, but I was expecting that the rest of the album would be of the calibre of the aforementioned

Jazz, pfft they just make it up as they go along, anyone can do that. In all seriousness though, this album was a great listen from the first note. I usually prefer blues jazz over the big band sound, however the skill level of the musicians and the overall composition was awesome. The horns and piano trade the main melody/spotlight really well, while the walking bass and restrained drums provide a solid foundation. The best thing about this list is stepping out of my comfort zone, and while there’s been a few duds, albums like this one are definitely rewarding.

Drugs are one hell of a drug. This album feels like experiencing another person’s fever dream; a lot of random shit followed by something coherent, then back to more random shit. If Zappa Et.al were trying to capture a stream of consciousness in musical form they nailed it.

Some songs on this album reminded me of Nick Cave, if he spoke French. Overall a really interesting album

I was about 18 minutes into the album when I realised I was still on track 1. This was a really cool listen though, as I’d only ever heard the song about the pocket calculator I was surprised by this album. The ambient electronic sounds were a great listen while I was seeing the afternoon out plugging away at my desk at work. I can see how they get so much recognition for being trail blazers of techno, that this was created 50 or so years ago is mind blowing

Not really my style of music but can appreciate the musicianship

J5 and the roots were my introduction to hip hop. This album brought back a lot of memories, such a classic album.

Sounds like an album of show tunes. Might’ve enjoyed it if I was old enough to live through the Great Depression, but definitely not my thing

Don’t really understand why there’s a double up of pretty much the same “Johnny cash playing at a prison” on this list. It’s still good but I think two of the same album is a little bit lazy on Robert Dimery’s part, I don’t know I haven’t read the book, maybe the inclusion of this album is critical to the plot

What a nostalgia bomb! Loved this album when it came out, listened to it non stop in my car back when 6 stacker cd players were a thing. I love how this album grabs you by the balls straight away with 7 nation army, such an iconic song still chanted by football fans around the world. I think white blood cells slightly edges this one as best white stripes album, but still a banger

Jesus Christ this sucked. The lead singer’s voice I’m sure can work in a genre of music, just not this one. Something has to be said about the proliferation of shitty folk rock music in the early to mid 2000’s, is it the reason we all now live in a dystopian capitalist hellscape? I can’t say for certain but I couldn’t rule it out either

I really tried to give this a red hot go, but couldn’t really get into it

I realise Billie’s name and influence in music is huge, but I just couldn’t get into it

I felt a bit triggered listening to this, reminded me of the last time I was on hold to my internet provider, waiting to tell them a few things they needed to fucking hear. Other than that it was cool

There’s definitely something in this album, it’s not bad, but it feels very of its time. There was a lot of bands prior to this album doing the same thing, and while this album is a pleasant listen, I didn't feel a meaningful point of difference that made me want to revisit it

Good album. About what you’d expect for an Elliot Smith album, double tracked vocals, melancholy melodies. I hadn’t actually heard this one before, probably prefer basement on the hill but it was still good

Black Sunday was required reading when I was a teen, strangely I never got curious to listen to the rest of Cypress Hill’s discography, I’m stoked I got to listen to this one though. Their sound is definitely different to other artists, distinctive vocals, cussing in Spanish, DJ Muggs’ DJ skills. Going through this list has made me look at hip hop a bit different and appreciate how an awesome DJ really makes a difference; Muggs skills of blending old school funk with dirty drum and bass loops wasn’t something I thought too much about as a teen listening to hits from the bong, but as an adult find really cool

I actually enjoyed this, you don’t necessarily need his explanation at the start of the album but it gives it a quirkiness. There’s a cathartic feeling to this album, similar to listening to gamelan music. Found myself in the zone while listening to this at work. Also pretty cool to hear some world music in this list

4 disks, 4 hours running time! FML. Made the decision to judge this off the 1st disc, as the others seemed to be the same songs just remixed. It was ok, not sure if I’d be rushing back

Strong GTA Vice City vibes. It was fine to listen to, there seems to be a spectrum of sub sounds in the 80’s era synth wave, whether the bands go dark and moody like depeche mode and new order, or more happy and commercial vibes like flock of seagulls etc. Felt to me like human league hadn’t really decided where they fit in that spectrum on this album

If Michael Bublé decided to do an album of Radiohead covers it wouldn’t be too dissimilar to this. Not an entirely bad album, but the production value kind of gives the game away for me, there’s no real grit or soul to this. It’s highly produced, ready made for commercial radio which kills any sense of realness

The whole album is incredible, I challenge anyone not to listen to this without getting a little bit emotional. Cash conveys a profound feeling of sadness which is so haunting and beautiful. What an amazing gift he gave the world before his passing

This was a fun listen. I can see how bands like the beastie boys were influenced by run dmc. The title track actually slaps hard, weird that it’s not as well known as tricky, or walk this way

Very cool

Solid album. Hot for teacher is the highlight for me, can’t beat a blistering solo

This was a really good listen. Very reminiscent of early to mid 2000’s folk. I kept having to remind myself this album is from the 70’s. Great Sunday morning music

This was a fun album, I was a little dubious in the first half but by the end I felt I understood the appeal. The title track is such a banger, great way to close out the album

I don’t know if I could be friends with Pharrell, at some point I’d have to ask him what colour my farts are. Anyway solid album, holds up

Loved this when it first came out, love it still now

Maybe because of the fame they struck after sex is on fire, I forget how much these guys shook up the rock scene with this album and aha shake heartbreak. It was a real point of difference compared to other bands that were popular at the time; bloc party, the hives, the vines etc. The dirty blues rock guitars and the gravelly vocals, arranged in a way that was very easy to understand and access, you didn’t need to be a blues officiando to enjoy it. Listening to this album again now I can enjoy it for what is and what it represented at the time. Sometimes music doesn’t need to have the complexity of Lateralus, or have lyrics that have you heading over to genius to understand the meaning of.

People like to rail on RHCP, maybe they have a point, but it still won’t change the fact that RHCP’s music is catchier than the numerous std’s Anthony Keidis has probably contracted in his lifetime. Californication is a great album, still holds up since the first time I heard it. Almost every song is an earworm that’ll stick in your head for days. Actually, while listening to this album I realised I’d had the bassline from Emit Remmus stuck in my head for years

I feel like this is one of those “you had to be there” albums. Listening to this 38 years after it came out, and only knowing about the hacienda from watching 24 hour party people, kinda sucked tbh. I’m sure if I could time travel back to the 80’s and pop a pinger I’d probably be more enthusiastic about this one.

I tried to come in with an open mind to this. I can’t stand pop music and this album hasn’t changed my mind. I could’ve easily gone my whole life without listening to this garbage

Not a bad album, but not my thing really at all. One thing I did appreciate was the musicality, the bassline on stormkeeper was a highlight

Pleasantly surprised by this one. The vocals remind of David Byrne. The general sound seems to skip through genres, sometimes in the same song (looking at you the Bob Medly) Overall a good listen

This album made me think of video game cut scene or in game music. Not sure how to rate it because it’s definitely not something I’d come back to, but I wouldn’t say it’s worth a 1 either. I guess if you’re really into playing around on pro tools there’s probably some good inspo in this album

You’ve just smashed some pre-workout and are walking into the gym with the intention of lifting heavy things and putting them down again, desperately trying to fight off the dreaded dad bod. The only thing missing is a soundtrack of fast paced angry music to keep you motivated. That’s when you remember in your youth there was a wealth of music that applies perfectly to this situation. Pantera, like most metal bands around that era were the soundtrack to many people going through their teen years, we were angry but this music would make us all jump around like fatigue didn’t exist. I guess it’s funny the music we used to put on and then steal from our parents liquor cabinet is now what we put on to help us stay healthy

Watch out 80’s rap guys, it’s the 90’s rap guys! This album was a must listen as a teen, despite being white and not American the music always seemed to resonate for some reason. Anyway, cool listening to it again now

Every now and then I wonder what would’ve been had Kurt kept living. Would Nirvana have floated into obscurity, kept releasing awesome albums and stayed on top, or if their sound would change over time. This album almost gives a glimpse into the direction they were heading, seems a couple of semitones heavier and darker, but also a bit more polished in terms of songwriting (rape me notwithstanding). Heart shaped box and all apologies are examples of this for me. It’s a shame we’ll never know. I feel like this album represents a modest shift that indicates they were just starting to hit their straps.

A pleasant listen, such a unique voice. Interesting to listen to this as an adult and comprehend the message being conveyed

Never really understood the appeal of these guys. After listening to this album I’m still confused by their popularity

Really enjoyed this one, always appreciate the skill of funk musicians, especially bass players. I want your love felt a classic dance banger that could be released today and not seem out of place.

Man what a good album. Loved how stripped down and raw the album felt. I’d only ever heard the revolution will not be televised so was pleasantly surprised at Gil’s singing voice

Man being a teenager, drinking and smoking weed for the first time, trying to hook up with chicks all while this album was on at every single party you went to. The good thing was even at the age we knew this guy was taking the absolute piss with all of the outrageous things he rapped about. We were all in on the joke, and maybe that’s why he got as popular as he did. But the outrageous shit that brought you in opened you up to the serious messages he was trying to convey. Seemed like he was struggling with fame on this album, but met it with such vitriol and belligerence that as a teen you could think yeah sweet I’ll stick up for myself too the next time that bully tries something on me. I can see how people view this album as vulgar, homophobic, or misogynistic but there’s where there’s opportunity to acknowledge that content is not to be taken seriously

I never would have considered listening to this album of my own accord. Norah Jones’ music always seemed to be music for your mother, so I never got curious. This is actually a really good album, very chilled out, good background music. Maybe mum was onto something afterall

Pretty cool listen, they were tapping into something a little different to other bands around that time. Like they’d already progressed from the grunge sound and created something else. In that context I can understand why this is on the list

Radiohead are one of my all time favourite bands so I’m biased, I consider this to be 5 stars all day. But trying to be objective, I thought about what about this album justifies the 5 star rating. Firstly, this album goes on a journey and feels complete as a whole composition. Secondly, they show that after Kid A & Amnesiac that they can still get their guitars out and kill it, while still incorporating electronica. Lastly, all of the songs hold their own in my opinion, 2+2=5 and there there are absolute bangers, but other songs like Where I end and you begin, myxomatosis, and A wolf at the door are all really solid as well.

I guess they were in their Kate Bush era with this album. It was a weird as fuck listen, but still decent

I remember hearing Marquee Moon the song in a surf movie like 15 years ago, I instantly put it on high rotation on my driving playlist. I’ve listened to this album a few times now and it’s really solid. It’s one of those albums that sounds like it came out around the mid 2000’s with the wave of rock that bands like Franz Ferdinand, the Strokes & Bloc Party found fame in, so finding out it’s from the 70’s is kinda mind blowing.

It’s Pink Floyd, it’s the Wall. It’s Mabo

The rap album all other rap albums should be judged against

This album walks a fine line between a cacophony in the name of art, and proper composition

Metallica’s influence on music I don’t think can be overstated, they brought metal to a wider audience and those who were curious found other sub genres of metal to get into. Listening to this album again now, it’s still pretty fucking awesome

Tina Turner is a legend in my country, largely in part to a dance associated with nutbush city limits, and the use of “The Best” to promote rugby league in the 90’s. This album bought back memories of being a kid and my mum blasting this every Saturday morning while doing housework. She’s got one hell of a voice and the songs are catchy, maybe in part to the way each song builds tension and hits the crescendo at the chorus. Although formulaic, I’d take this style of pop music any day compared to the absolute dog shit pop music created these days. Despite the above, it’s not my style of music but I can appreciate it, and respect Tina’s legacy

Solid album. I can hear alot of modern rock influences in this album

Pretty cool listen. I guess you’d call it surf rock on acid maybe

The vocals reminded me of counting crows in some songs, and I guess so did the melodies. Interesting album, very 90’s

This is the second CCR album I’ve reviewed on this list, and it’s another good listen. I probably prefer Cosmo’s factory to this one but the bluesy rock sound just works, good driving songs. Also had a moment of quiet reflection listening to bad moon rising, which is what the Diogo Jota song is based on. YNWA #20

Hey Ho, Let’s go! Good old school punk

Really enjoyable listen this one. British rap in general I find to be of a pretty high quality, this album included. The vocals flow smoothly, the samples are catchy. This album made me think of Loyal Carner a little

Not sure if I’m really feeling this one. It’s ok, but there was heaps better examples of this prog/psychadelic rock around at the time.

Didn’t have high expectations for this one after reading the reviews. I was pleasantly surprised. Sort of like if black sabbath did hero doses of LSD

When I was a kid, oh so quiet was very popular in my country. I hated the song immensely and for a very long time swerved bjork as much as I could. Then one time she was a co headliner for a festival I was at and I did a complete 180 and got into some of her music. I hadn’t heard this album though, tbh was a bit underwhelmed. And so continues my tumultuous relationship with Bjork’s music

Not bad, forgot how much of a banger Jawbone is.

Didn’t have high expectations for this one, the last Elvis Costello album I got was terrible. This one though, it’s not bad. Some of the songs sounded like they were made for a 90’s rom com montage, but on the whole this album is enjoyable. It’s still in the vein of mainstream non offensive “rock” but there’s something there for sure

I think the doors has to be my favourite band from the 60’s, their sound is so different to other artists from that time, maybe it’s all the psychedelics Jim was taking but still that point of difference sticks with me. When I was a teenager starting to write my own music, listening to the doors opened my eyes to the possibilities of what music could be, that there was a whole world of music other than punk and metal.

This album made me want to get my skateboard out of the garage and go hit the old spots again. Circle Jerks were part of a whole punk movement in the SoCal region that became part of the surf and skate culture from the late 80’s onwards, inspiring a bunch of kids to go out and send themselves into a barrel or down a bunch of stairs. There’s a lot of talented musicians and bands on this list but an album like this just pumps pure raw energy and emotion into your veins and is worthy of its place here

Prog rock seems to walk a fine line between artistic masterpiece and dumb bullshit. This album lands in the latter for me

Really enjoyed this one, gave me Sergio Mendes vibes with hint of reggae

Enjoyed listening to this while commuting to my white collar office job

Running up that hill is an unquestionably great song. The rest of the album didn’t really move the needle for me though

Not bad, one of those albums your dad would put on in the shed drinking beers with his mates

I was actually surprised by this one, really enjoyed it. Her vocals and the melodies are Jeff Buckley-esqe. There wasn’t a track on this album I didn’t enjoy

Great album to listen to while I sat in my desk at the office, maximising shareholder value

This is pretty cool, sometimes reminded me of Queens of the Stone Age, other times RATM. Let me come back reminded me of “do the evolution” by pearl jam

Jesus what an album, you absolutely cannot understate Bob Marley’s influence not just on music but on the world as a whole.

Awesome album name. The songs in this album are maybe a little too experimental for my tastes

Great album, love the high energy, musicianship and upbeat vibe

Music for basic, incurious people. There’s zero soul in this album as much as she tries to manufacture some

Felt the first half was maybe a bit too much art rather than composition. The second half was good though, heard elements of the cure

I’ve always wondered about the Beatles vs stones debate, I think the truth lies somewhere closer to the Messi vs Ronaldo debate, where the correct answer is they’re both elite and we should just be stoked for witnessing both of them. Anyway, good outing from the boys on this album, gimme shelter and You can’t always get what you want are obvious standouts. Giving 4 stars because I’m guessing Sticky Fingers and/or beggars banquet is also on this list and I need room to move

I loved this album when it first came out, listening again now it sounds really of its time I guess. Still good though, and very representative of the popular electronic music of the 2000’s

I know this album has to be on here, but holy shit there’s a lot of boomer dad rock on this list. Anyway it’s the eagles and it sounds exactly like you think it might

This is a decent listen. My only gripe being that I don’t hear a point of difference between this and other similar bands on this list, like if I just listened to the who, or the doors or Creedence Clearwater revival et al, would I have missed out by not hearing this album? Probably not

Was going to go on a diatribe about the amount of albums on this list that don’t seem to have a point of difference to other better known artists doing essentially the same thing, but then realised it’s Sunday and I’m probably just salty about going to work tomorrow. Anyway this album is fine, it’s rock from 2000’s and it doesn’t suck, but I could probably scratch that itch by listening to Kasabian or Franz Ferdinand

Nothing I could say about this album that hasn’t been said before. Oh well, whatever, Nevermind

Fuck yes, inject this shit into my veins. Led Zeppelin really had it on lock from the beginning. If you grew up listening to rock, metal or punk in the 90’s, listening to Led Zeppelin for the first time was like finding the Rosetta Stone

This was a pretty awesome listen, loved Slash’s guitar playing on this. I never really thought the gunners were that good so never thought about listening to any of their stuff other than the hits. Stoked I gave this a chance, great listen

I don’t really understand who this album is made for, and maybe that’s the point. Art for the sake of art I guess. Sometimes arty experimental music comes off as self indulgent, masturbatory. This album seems to skirt that feeling though

I read somewhere that highway to hell is in the top 5 of selected funeral songs, and I think that’s beautiful ✨

Once got sent an Anthrax album in the mail, anyway due to a massive misunderstanding the police showed up at my house asking if I had connections to terrorist groups

This was an awesome listen

Really enjoyable listen. He’s got a great voice, the melodies and composition are great as well. Not sure I could slap a label on this in terms of genre

Something about this older British punk that I find so interesting, not 100 sure what it is but it rocks nonetheless

This album’s so gritty I thought I was eating sand. I’ve slammed other albums on this list for lacking soul, authenticity. This album is all soul though, so much emotion in this I found it impossible not to appreciate

Not to be confused with their country and western counterparts The Corral. There’s something a bit different going on with this album, tempo changes, interesting vocals, use of non standard instruments. I’ve definitely heard a lot worse on this list

The generator has been very kind to me this month so far, been racking up 5 stars like I’m playing GTA. Electric ladyland has to be one of the top ten best albums ever made, axis bold as love as well. He takes the blues and then takes you on a journey of where music can progress to. One of the best to do it no question

I can’t listen to Iggy pop without thinking about the movie trainspotting, which isn’t a bad thing. This album was pretty cool, didn’t feel like there was any songs that felt out of place

Not a bad album, the singers voice reminds me of Sufjan Stevens. I do find that to appreciate this sort of music I have to be in a very specific mood, contented I think they call it. Anyway I can see myself giving this album a spin on an easy Sunday morning

Pleasantly surprised by this. Billy Joel’s voice is unique. The lyrics are good. The only thing I wonder, if at the time people were calling him the 1970’s equivalent of temu Elton John. I suppose it really doesn’t matter because this was a great album. Pop music used to have a bit of soul and skill, now it’s just maths equations

This was a weird listen, I read about their influence on other electronica artists but there was nothing in this that really resonated

I think I can safely cross off Avant Garde, or whatever they call this, as a genre of music I don’t like. Hard listen this one, there’s obviously an element of skill in making this music, and there were periods of the album that weren’t too bad, but even though I’m sure there’s an audience for this, I’m definitely not it

Interesting choice to make it on the list, would’ve assumed return to cookie mountain would be on here, if anything. It’s not a bad album, but at the same time I’m not blown away, none of the songs really got to the level of wolf like me or happy idiot. Heroic dose was a nice little interlude though

Vintage stones

Yeah I tell ya Moe, I’ve seen some albums 3 before, but this is the 3iest 3 that ever 3’d

It’s hard to comprehend how much we’ve lost because of gun crime. Tupacs lyrics are introspective, aware. He could see the gap between the wealthy and the poor, and could tell the world all about the experience about being black and poor in a country that systematically exploits black and poor people

There’s something interesting about hip hop of the 2000’s, a clear definition between those artists who were making music for the mainstream (Kanye west, Nelly) and those who were doing it for the art (Talib Kwali, Nas, cannibal ox). Common lands in the former camp for me, due to the production quality, the melodies and composition. However one thing he does in this album is try to bridge that gap between the two in what he’s rapping about, some very serious themes of loss and hardship. If that message reached kids who got curious/sympathetic to the black experience then that’s not a bad thing at all.

Loved this album. Sort of like a dark emo vibe. Reminds me of the band widowdusk or train breaks down

I really don’t enjoy rnb, so I struggled hard with this. It’s hard to stay objective when a particular genre of music grates on you as hard as this one does. I could see how others would enjoy it, and could appreciate what she’s trying to achieve on this album so going 1 star feels a bit harsh

Ok I guess. Didn’t really move the needle for me though, feel like there was a few grunge bands during this era that were somewhat overhyped

Great to go back to an old favourite of mine. Holds up really well

Ahh yes FIFA 18. Not a bad album, dos equis but 3 stars

I can’t deal with this contrived Americana country folk music

Not me mistakingly yelling at my dogs to stop barking at the end of the title track. Found this a really interesting listen, her vocals and melodies feel unique, the music itself is experimental in a fun way, going multiple directions within each track without feeling jarring or disjointed. I remember her being massive in the 90’s, so it’s cool that so long after her peak popularity she can bring out something so interesting.

This was a lot better than I thought would be, amazing voice, Great melodies. The lyrics of the last song though, chef’s kiss.

It’s a no from me dawg

Enjoyed this one, the backing tracks made me think Kendrick Lamar was going to come in at any moment, wouldn’t surprise me to learn if the songs on this album have been used as samples on rap songs. Enjoyed the message throughout as well, I’ll never begin to truly understand what black people endure, but listening to albums like this helps remind me that the fight for equality is ongoing and we all play a part.

This album felt really derivative

Coldplay the type of band to out an affair at a concert and refuse to explain further. This album is ok, I always thought of Coldplay of temu Radiohead and that assessment tracks on this album

Although still of a high quality, I don’t think this album is as strong as their previous albums. Still some awesome guitar riffs though

Context of where you’re listening to an album matters. For instance this album, in my opinion is best listened to in your car doing a lap around the city when you don’t have anywhere particular to be

One day I’ll make it to N’awlins and watch how they do it live. Until then it’s nice to listen to this

Bit of a weird listen this one. Some of the songs are awesome, but then others fell a bit flat.

Really surprising listen, the backing tracks etc feel of it’s time, but everything else feels like he was really pushing into different territory. Always cool listening to music in other languages

Not enough whistles in songs these days. Thought this was a cool listen, the percussion, the call and response vocals and the jazz influences running through. Only negative thing was having flashbacks to music composition class in high school

Feel lucky that I grew up at a time where protest music like these guys, RATM, Bad Religion, System of a Down were in the mainstream. The kids these days don’t have it as good, other than Kneecap, the best they get is Taylor Swift and the wheelchair kid from Degrassi

There’s a great podcast called Dissect that goes into detail about every song on this album and the wider themes of it. Anyway I love this album, it’s a work of art. The songs, the themes of dealing with fame, the interview with Tupac woven through the album are all awesome. Not many recent albums go to the effort of treating an album like a story, more like 1-2 singles and shitty filler, so when an album like this comes along it almost feels revolutionary

Wasn’t 100% into this. Appreciated the rawness of it though

Haven’t listened to this in ages. Still an awesome album.

Mrs Vanderbilt was a highlight on this album. Seemed like he was playing with a signature sound on this one, some songs sounded like The Band, others like general pop/rock of the time. One interesting thing thing was that no songs sounded like the Beatles

Standing next to me is still an awesome song. At the time I remember thinking this album was really different to Arctic Monkeys, looking back now it’s like Alex was soft launching the direction the Arctic Monkeys were taking their sound

Always had a soft spot for basement jaxx. They were my introduction to dance and electronica along with groove armada, audio bullys and chemical brothers. Nice bit of nostalgia

This album felt a bit like drinking a lacroix, it reminded me of something I’d had before, but I needed a bit more flavour

Thought I’d have a tough time reviewing this one, the proliferation of his music and persona, and the worship of the bloke by many over multiple generations well and truly fatigued me. But trying to be objective, it’s not a bad album. But I can’t quite shake the feeling he just ripped off talented black blues musicians

Never listened to this album. Kinda middle of the road, supersonic is a good song. I feel like there was much better out there in the British scene at the time doing this but better. Pulp, Blur, even much maligned Pablo Honey had a bit more going on in my opinion.

This album was a bit of fun, a bit corny but the melodies and riffs were good

This was a lot better than I expected. There’s always been a campiness I associate with Alice Cooper and figured he was a joke artist whose fans were also in on it. Then I listened to this and now I understand there’s a fair bit of talent behind it. A couple of highlights: Luny tune - awesome song, sounds like the stones Blue Turk - sounds like an Iggy and stooges song

I’m not sure I’ll ever understand the purpose of Bruce’s music. To me it sounds like the musical embodiment of dad got drunk again and now he’s getting nostalgic and emotional

Some great songs mixed in with some adequate songs. New York I love you is a perfect song to end the album

Still hits hard. Great album

Didn’t realise she was part of the knife. The first song I’m pretty sure was the theme song for Vikings. I knew a few of the songs on this album surprisingly, appreciate its moody weirdness. I can see how this may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but I think it’s pretty fucking awesome

$10 Spicy margs and espresso martini’s Gnocchi with lamb ragu $15 burgers These specials from my local pub are a bit more appetising than what I just listened to. Bit of a shame actually, the Specials self titled is a great album

Awesome album. I had only heard a couple of songs from this album previously, but this whole album is sick.

One of the albums ever The streets will forget Did the thinkable Believable album

Eclectic sound, really enjoyed it. Punk with a twist

I really wanted to like this, the lore surrounding Sinēad is badass. Just really not my sort of music unfortunately

I felt like what he was trying to achieve was a contemporary version of a classical music composition, which in itself is quite admirable. Does it land? Yeah sort of, not sure I’d come back to it or if anything in it was truly memorable though