1001 Albums Summary

Just dynamic enough to keep me engaged, just cohesive enough to thematically fit. If I was drinking and smoking spliffs alone in my apartment in the late 90's, listening to this record on my home stereo when it came out, I’d probably dig it even more. Definitely good to give this one a relisten. The covers mostly serve well, yet unfortunately the rendition of "Sweet Jane" is rather unforgettable. Very good overall.

Great set of songs, never drags. The Light Pours Out of Me is a classic.

A little more kitschy than their later records, and my personal least favorite of their first 4 albums, but still a classic with SO much creative sampling and quippy lyricism throughout.