Have never been a big AC/DC fan. This album isn't bad, just not for me. It's mainly the grating vocals. I don't mind them in small doses, but a whole album is too much. 2.5/5. The grooves and musicianship are the only redeeming qualities for me.
From AC/DC to Van Halen. This is so much more fun and enjoyable. At 33 minutes, this album flies by. Don't love the David Lee Roth "owww!"s, but it doesn't stop me from appreciating this album for what it is. Panama is my favorite track. Hot for Teacher is too cheesy, but the instrumentals are worth the ride, to say the least. Eddie's guitar sound is iconic. A time capsule of mid 80s rock.
I dig the vibes on this. The vocals and instrumentals compliment each other well. To be honest, I listened while cooking, so I couldn't give proper attention to the lyrics. I'm sure that would have made me enjoy this even more. 3.5.
Lots of bangers on this thing, starting with the opening track "Rolling in the Deep".
I'm pretty lukewarm on Prince in general, but mostly enjoyed this album. It certainly keeps you engaged. 3.5.
I have a soft spot for this kind of music. Its easy listening and often beautiful.
Not a genre I've listened to often or intently, so I don't have much for reference points. I enjoyed this well enough.
Smooth, funky, soulful greatness. Some of the covers are great, though I prefer the original versions more often than not. 3.75/5
Gritty and classic. So many great songs with no filler and ends with a perfect closer.
Not really my thing, but I can appreciate it for what it is. The menacing vocals were effective but just too much for me when listening to a full album. The thumping bass lines are the biggest highlight for me. 2.5/5.
Amazing vocal harmonies and instrumentation. 3.5/5
Haunting and beautiful. Not something I could listen to often, but I'm very glad I heard it. 3.5.
Not big into Jazz, but I enjoyed this well enough. 3.25/5
Reminds me a lot of The Beatles, Paul McCartney in particular. 3.75
Early grunge goodness, but not something I'd likely revisit. 3.25/5.
I've already listened to this album quite a bit. Lorde's best work so far. I enjoy all the tracks, with Homemade Dynamite and Perfect Places being my favorite songs. 4.25/5.
Not for me. I could enjoy listening to this while working, but just sitting down and putting this on just doesn't hold my attention for long. 2.5/5
An alt pop 90s gem with hits for days. 3.75/5.
An old school hip hop classic. I've heard the big singles, but have never sat and listened to this in full. Channel Zero goes so hard.
The tracks on this album are sprawling and funky. Probably the best instrumental album I've come across on this list so far. 3.75/5.
This was better than I expected. A nice mix of ballads and upbeat tracks. Not sure what makes this album essential listening though. At 20 tracks, running well past an hour, this is bloated. If this was a tight 12ish tracks, I'd round up rather than down. 2.5/5.
I'm very familiar with Beck's discography, so I've heard this album a few times already. Such a fun and interesting listen, with engaging and ever evolving instrumentals and lyrics that are a bit surreal but really paint a picture.
I liked it and can appreciate the level of talent these fellas have. 3.5.
This is good stuff to listen to while working or getting stuff done around the house. 3/5.
It's a fine collection of R&B songs, but I don't see what really sets this apart from anything else. 2.5/5.
Not my favorite Stones album, but still a very good one.
Went into this completely blind. I have a soft spot for 60s psychedelic pop, and this album scratched that itch. 3.25/5.
I've heard her hit singles, but never listened to a full album before. This was more solid than I was expecting. 3/5.
A solid 80s pop album with some big hits. 2.75/5.
So much better than Back in Black. A bit more raw and much more fun. Bon Scott is missed! 3.5/5.
Eh, its ok. Kinda fun, kinda dumb.
What a ride. This album is all over the place, in the best way. At times frantic and odd, at others, melodic and blissful. 4/5.
Love Otis. Enjoyed the covers. 3.5/5.
I've listened to most of their albums before starting this 1001 project. It's B&S, so of course it's good. I enjoy a couple of their albums more, but this is a solid debut. 3.25/5.
Garage rock with a bit of grunge. The vocals remind me of Geese and early Radiohead. It's fine, but doesn't really stand out in any way and I don't think I'll come back to this. 2.5/5.
Starts off strong with a couple of big hits. Till Death Do Us Part is a heartbreaker juxtaposed by a fun staccato instrumental. A very good 80s pop album. 3.5/5.
Big White Stripes fan. Not my favorite of theirs, but I still enjoy it. I'd probably only put this above Icky and their debut. That said, this is still a solid 4/5.
Early punk. I like it. 3.5/5.
This thing was interesting and fun to listen to until it wasn't. It's just too much to sit through all at once. I should have probably taken a break half way through for a palate cleanser. All that being said, I get why this is on the list. 3/5.
I enjoyed listening to this.
I can appreciate the talent and musicianship, but not really my thing. 2.5/5 for my taste.
Dug this post-hardcore punk project. Vocals aren't my favorite but I did enjoy the riffs and whatnot. 3/5.
Its fine, I guess. I heard the lyric "The book of love is long and boring" while writing this. How fitting, though boring may be a bit harsh. 2.5/5.
A somber psychedelic pop/folk album. Lots of songs here focus on environmental and political concerns. A gripping, beautiful listen. One of the most fitting album covers I've seen to capture the mood of a record. 4/5.
Love the big hit from this one. The vocals definitely reminded me of Oasis in spots. It grew on me as it went on. 2.8/5.
It's a fine 80s pop record. 2.75/5.
It's a classic for a reason. No skips, big hits. 5/5.
A gangsta rap classic. Though not perfect, it is essential listening for any rap fan. 4.25/5.
Wonderful album. Another classic. A varied, beautiful project. 5/5.
She made the 1 solo album she released count. Lauryn is a force and the production is full and warm. 4.5/5.
Man, what a run of albums I've been getting the last few days. Another classic. Paul is my favorite Beatle, but there's no denying how great this is. 4.5/5.
You either love or hate the vocals. I've never really liked them. He sounds like if Bruce Springsteen made bad life choices, woke up hungover and recovered this. In this context, its tolerable and grew on me as I listened. Can't see myself becoming a big fan, but I can appreciate his uniqueness. 3/5.
Some fun tracks (mostly the singles I've already heard). Dated production. It's ok.
2.25/5.
Solid British Invasion pop with great singles (My Generation, The Kids Are Alright). Its good, but not amazing. 3/5.
Fun indie dance music. North American Scum and All My Friends are highlights. 3.5/5.
Big Beatles fan, but have never listened to this album in full until now. John covers a wide range of emotions with great results. Not a bad track to be found.
I can see the influence this album may have had on artists like Trent Reznor. It was an interesting listen, though nothing really stuck with me in a big way. 3.33/5.
An influential 5 star classic.
Another undeniable classic. RIP, Ozzy. 4.75/5.
An interesting experimental 60s record. Like if the early Beatles came from another dimension. 2.75/5.
The retro vibes are strong, but this still sounds fresh. 3.35/5
This is a great chill out album. Very much time and place music.
This was pretty good. Reminds me of garage rock/early (mild) punk. 3.3/5.
An R&B classic.
Easy 5/5.
Maybe my favorite Kendrick album.
A cinematic modern rap classic.
5/5.
Probably my favorite Pavement album. Not sure I'd give it a 5, but it's closer to a 5 than a 4.
I appreciate the talent, and it was fine to listen to, but didn't really pull me in.
Jazz pop rock. It's ok. Not my style. 2.5/5.
Classic country holds a soft spot in my heart. This is a bit too kitchy for me, but I still enjoyed it.
Didn't have high expectations, but this was more enjoyable than I thought.
The front half is loading with big hits. No filler. Love the vocal harmonies and instrumentals. 4/5.
Pretty good folk blues album.
Well recorded and a fun listen.
I've heard Dolittle, but not this. I dig the thumping bass lines. 3.5/5.
