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Heroes

David Bowie · 1 likes

2/5

Whilst I understand Bowie has had a seismic contribution to music…his genius has always alluded my interest. His variety of sounds and personas were groundbreaking (I’m told), but, to me, this album felt very much on par with the Bowie I have heard previously. That is to say, the first half did…the ‘B-Side’ instrumental section was a real downturn in value from the album. So much so, the second time round when Sense of Doubt came on, I turned off the album.

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Grace

Jeff Buckley

3/5

Occasionally raucous and initially a little overwhelming and off putting. The album settled into a tone more akin to Hallelujah, this recording of which remains my favourite version. Overall a rockier feel than expected.

Seventeen Seconds

The Cure

1/5

Inaudible lyrics and repetitive tone made for a rather unpleasant listen. Reminded me of a horror movie backing track rather than an album of standalone music to be listened to for pleasure. Again, not my cup of tea but appreciate the opportunity to listen to something I would have otherwise not come across.

Time Out

The Dave Brubeck Quartet

3/5

Pleasant enough and in the right environment I can imagine this would really help set a nice tone…not my usual listening.

Bringing It All Back Home

Bob Dylan

3/5

Real tale of two halves…starts with energy and excitement, gradually turns more acoustic and slows down. Particularly enjoyed ‘Bob Dylan’s 115th Dream’. An interesting insight into an artist whose only songs I knew before were the ‘big hits’.

Heroes

David Bowie

2/5

The Stranger

Billy Joel

4/5

Packed full of hits, genuinely enjoyable listen. The first album so far that I’d be happy to revisit…