Wow! This album was pleasantly surprising, also nice to have a more recent album for a change. Each song had a great melody, though the songs did run together.
This is a really good alt rock/pop album. Her voice and the piano were beautiful and impressive. China and Winter were definitely two of my favorites.
This was overall a good album. I liked the folk and jazz elements, as well as the psychedelic feel. The only thing was the lack of hooks on some of the songs.
This genre just wasn’t really for me. It was a nice album though.
Easily one of the greatest albums of the 1970s. All the songs flow together, and there is not a bad song on the whole album. I have known about this album but never really listened to any other songs besides Band on the Run, which I loved. None of the other songs disappointed! Each one was also different from the others, which was a plus.
This was an amazing album. I wasn’t too familiar with it but I was familiar with the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. I did not expect to like this album so much, but I was surprised! All of the songs were great, and I loved how the first half of the album had more upbeat songs, and the second half had slower songs.
Absolute gem! I am a big fan of Britpop music, so I am surprised I hadn’t heard this before. I loved how the songs all were different from each other, and how they all had hooks with their guitar riffs. There are also no bad songs on the album.
This album is unlike anything I’ve ever heard before. I especially liked how the music was beautiful and dreamy. I didn’t like how the songs droned on as much, but ultimately it was a great album.
This album just wasn’t for me. I thought all the songs were okay, but they sounded the same. There were a couple of standout songs, but really nothing else.
This album was kind of forgettable, but it also wasn’t that bad. The album also moved fast since it was barely a half an hour.
I did not expect to like this album as much as I did. It had multiple suites, all of which were very creative and unique, but were also great. The spoken words were a nice inclusion, but I would have preferred less of them. However, it makes this album one of a kind, and there really is nothing exactly like it.
The songs did drone on after a while, and I would have liked to have seen more songs (shorter ones too), but it wasn’t a bad album overall.
This album was definitely repetitive and long. However, it wasn’t that bad either.
This was a very experimental album. I liked the vibe overall and the uniqueness. I can understand why other people don’t like it, but I liked it.
I want to know why this album isn’t that popular like Back to Black. I had never heard any of the songs until today, but I was pleasantly surprised. I get how it can be uneven, but that wasn’t a problem for me. It only seems sadder thinking about what Amy Winehouse could have been.
I liked the vibes given from the album and the first few songs, even the instrumentals. I just felt like there was something missing from the album.
I liked how this album was catchy and unique. However, there wasn’t as much variety as I would have liked to have seen, but it was a good album overall.
This was a nice album to listen to. The vibe and vocals were spot on.
Hip hop really isn’t my thing. That being said, I did like the rap on this album and I could see the talent. It’s better than I expected, so I guess I’ll give it a 3.
I am struggling to find anything about this album that puts me off. It’s just a great album! Definitely a predecessor to punk rock, raw and dirty. And I’m here for it.
Here’s one thing I know about Tom Waits. You either like his experimental music and voice or you don’t. I did, for that matter.
I don’t even know what to say. Blue is a timeless classic that never fails or gets old. The lyrics are pure poetry, and the music is just so beautiful and amazing. And Joni, she really can sing. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of this one.
Amazing album, loved the vibe and styles. Best thing was the variety. Variety just isn’t something all albums have, but each song was vastly different on this album. Definitely a 5 for me.
The concept of the album is definitely clear. It worked well in my opinion. I liked how detailed some of the songs got about Marvin Gaye’s divorce from Anna Gordy Gaye. I tend to enjoy double albums because they feel more like a journey, in a way. I did feel like the album dragged on a little bit at the ending, though.
I’m not sure how I feel about this album. It was good, I guess, but also kind of forgettable. I did like the variety on the album, but I wasn’t exactly blown away or super impressed by anything either.
This was truly an amazing album. There was a variety of styles, including punk rock, new wave, and power pop. There was also not a single bad song on the album itself. I’m surprised Elvis Costello has so many albums on this list, but I don’t mind that after this one!
I personally don’t get the hate of this album. Sure, the voice can get a little monotonous at times, but the music is beautiful and the vibes are pleasant. I enjoyed this myself.
Finally, a hard rock album. And this album really does rock. It’s only thirty five minutes, but no more time is needed. When it comes to album openers, Back to the Saddle is as good as it gets. Even though that’s the biggest song on the album, the rest does not disappoint! Songs like Home Tonight are power ballads, whereas other songs like Last Child are more hard rock. Overall, the album is a great representation of the 1970’s as well as hard rock itself.
I was never into pop music as much, but this is a very well done album. It does seem slightly dated, but in this case it’s not a bad thing. The first few songs were definitely the highlights for me, but the rest of the album did not disappoint.
This was a solid album. There weren’t specifically any “wow” factors, but it was overall good. I liked the folk and country vibes given off, and I don’t even particularly like those genres. So yes, it was a good album.
This wasn’t for me. But it was a nice album, and a pleasant voice.
This album was fine. It reminds me of early Pink Floyd (which I actually really like) but this album just doesn’t have as much variety as those. It wasn’t exactly bad either, however. So I guess that makes it a 3.
I liked this album. I didn’t like every single thing about it, but it is definitely more mature than the early sixties songs of theirs. I was never a big fan of the Beach Boys, but I have to admit this is definitely worth listening to. Solid 4 for me.
This was a great album. I didn’t personally mind the length, because it feels like more of a journey in a way. Her voice was just beautiful, and there were multiple different songs on the album. It’s probably around a 4.5 for me, but I’ll round that up because I don’t give pop music enough credit.
Amazing. The best of the Berlin trilogy, maybe a little short but every moment was enjoyable. My favorite track was definitely Heroes, but all the songs were good.
It was fine, I guess. I didn’t really like all the experimental sounds to the album, but I liked some of the music.
This was better than Seventeen Seconds, but still wasn’t as good as some of the Cure’s hit songs. I enjoyed the vibe of the album, it definitely was depressing. 4 for me, but I would give it a 4.5 if I could.
I don’t typically like folk as much, but this is such a classic, it’s hard not to enjoy it. I also never realized how much of a protest this album was, which took me by surprise. Solid 4 for me.
Is this really music? Because I would just call it noise. It seems to live up to being the lowest rated album on the list.
It was fine. I know it’s supposed to be legendary, but I just don’t like live albums as much. All the songs sounded the same too. It’s original blues, though. So I’ll give it a 3.
I was never a big fan of pop, especially teen pop like this. However, a few songs on this album are catchy and nice to listen to. That being said, all those songs are on the first side of the album. The second side is easily forgettable and the songs run together. Overall, the album is good, but it’s not amazing.
Fantastic album, loved the variety and guitar riffs. I never seem to get tired of listening to these genres either. Will definitely listen to again.
It was fine. The beginning of the album was good, the second half seemed to drag on more though. A little bit bland, in my opinion. But I do tend to like prog rock.
Jazz is not really my favorite genre. But this is John Coltrane. I mean, how can I not give this 5 stars? It’s incredible.
I don’t have much to say about this. It was good, not amazing, but still a great album. I’m surprised it’s not listed as blues rock on here; it sounds like it should be.
I don’t know what to think. I wasn’t really expecting this, but the album grew on me. There are definitely some bangers on here. It was kind of all over the place, but it had variety. 4 for me.
The harmonies were a great part of the album. I just didn’t really enjoy that much of it.
This was a pleasant album to listen to. I don’t know if it is something I would listen to regularly, but I’m glad I listened to it now. 4 stars.
So this is the eighth lowest rated album on the list? Come on guys - it could be much worse. And this really isn’t that bad. It did drone on, but I liked the experimental songs.
Wow. Just wow. This album was so amazing, it would be 5 stars even without Layla. Layla was definitely the highlight of the album, but I was surprised at how good the other songs were, especially the cover songs. This is why I really like double albums, the whole album feels like a story or journey rather than a few songs. And this was no exception. Tremendous album, not a single song stopped short of a masterpiece. I will definitely have to give this more listens in the future.
I don’t like hip hop that much, but this was a very well done album. The only complaint I have is that I think there are too many skits. Just less of them would be nice.
It’s easy to see how many musicians have been influenced by this record. And for a good reason too. Every single song on the album is amazing, especially the harder rock songs. Most of these are undeniably classics either way. They certainly live up to that.
I also recommend listening to the bonus tracks on the album. It’s a little long overall, but it makes the record feel more, well, like an experience. I would say the b-sides are just about as good as the album tracks themselves.
Another great album from Elvis Costello. I felt like it was better than This Year’s Model in some ways. Either way, every song was worth listening to. I will definitely listen to this in the future. 5 stars.
I must be some kind of streak, because this is my third amazing album in a row. I loved every single part of it, from the interludes to the varied instruments to the more hip hop sounding songs. The interludes were a great touch to the album, making the concept clear. And because of that, it made the album feel like a journey or story rather than a collection of songs. Another great component of the album was its variety. It mixed hip hop with soul beautifully, and it somehow managed to blend reggae and other styles as well. The influence among current R&B singers is obvious listening to this album. 5 well earned stars for me.
Good album. Not really my type of music, but I did enjoy it.
This was a masterpiece. It was of course very emotional, as no other artists have made songs about death like David Bowie. Although that was a big part of the album, the jazz influences surprised me, and I enjoyed them. This wasn’t really a swan song, it was a swan album. And a beautiful one at that.
Really solid punk rock. All the songs had hooks and were very catchy. I have no complaints.
A classic album. I am not a fan of heavy metal, but I found myself enjoying this. I did feel like the songs started to sound the same at times, but the standout tracks were really good. Nothing Else Matters is my personal favorite.
This was a very well done album. I enjoyed it quite a bit, more than I thought I would.
I was a little surprised by this album, because I really don’t like metal. However, it wasn’t as bad as I thought. So I guess it’s a 3.
It was pretty good. I don’t have much else to say about it.
Amazing. There really wasn’t a bad song on the entire album. 5/5
Wow. Such an amazing album. I was prepared for this album to have some filler tracks, but it really didn’t at all. The whole album is such a cohesive masterpiece where each song brings something to the table. Just amazing!
As for my favorites on the album, I really enjoyed the entirety of sides one and four. Each side was very interesting throughout, and had some really great songs. My personal favorites are “I Saw the Light,” “Dust in the Wind,” and “Slut,” however, there are many more. As for sides two and three, each maintained a similar sound throughout. For the first listen, I enjoyed it, but I can’t wait to listen to it again. Upon a second listen, the tracks will stand out more to me. My favorite song out of these tracks was “Couldn’t I Just Tell You.” Such an amazing album. I can’t wait to listen again!
Very good album. It’s not my style, but I enjoyed it. I also thought the concept was very important. 4 stars
Such a classic album. It’s been a while since I’ve had an album where every single song slapped, but this was one of those rare occasions. It’s no wonder why this album gets so much praise. It absolutely deserves it.
Beautiful album. I try to separate the art from the artist in most cases, so I focus solely on the album itself. In this case, the album was good. I can’t wait to listen again.
There’s nothing I can say about this album that hasn’t already been said. However, I’m going to write a long review anyway.
First off, there are very few albums where every single song is worth listening to, where the “worst” song on the album is still very good. This is one of those rare occasions. Every song sounds like it could be a single, or hailed as a classic. Not only that, every song stands out from the rest. This isn’t just a punk album, it has reggae, ska, and dub influences as well. And that really shows on this album. It’s really a wonder how The Clash made nineteen of these perfect songs, many bands can’t even get an album with ten of them.
Next, the individual tracks. The title track is one of the best openings of any album. The apocalyptic tone sets it apart from all the other songs. The next song is Brand New Cadillac, a song that is short and simple, but still very good. Jimmy Jazz, after that, is such a great song that really isn’t that punk at all. Then Hateful starts, and it becomes such a banger track immediately. Rudie Can’t Fail is a good representation of the album overall, it’s kind of like the other songs summed up. Spanish Bombs is one of the highlights of the album, very good. The Right Profile is a solid song, but it gets overlooked by the next song, Lost in the Supermarket. Clampdown, the next song, is more generic but still great, and then The Guns of Brixton is such a unique track to the album. The second side continues the variety of outstanding tracks, with more punk songs such as Wrong Em Boyo, Koka Kola, and I’m Not Down. There are also slower, more rock-influenced songs like Death or Glory, The Card Cheat, Lovers Rock, and Four Horsemen. After this, the reggae song Revolution Rock begins, and it is one of my favorites, a five minute masterpiece. Then, there is the closing song, Train in Vain, which is my favorite song on the album. It’s a masterpiece, and a perfect outro to the album. When it ends, all I feel like doing is listening to it again. That makes it one of the greatest albums of all time.
Well, the album title was definitely descriptive, wasn’t it? Despite the title, however, I found the lyrics to be unique and the vibe to be pleasant.
