1001 Albums Summary

I love this style of music, but its a type of nostalgic love that finds me, yet I never seek out on my own. The album sounds like instrumental music to an old disney film, or claymation holidays specials. It is the definition of warmth and comfort to me, but I never look for it in the same way that I never seek out lullabies. I don't enjoy it in the same way I do modern music, but to me it's music that sets a scene and it does it wonderfully. Ella Fitzgerald is a great vocalist and I'm impressed with her her range and clear sense of humor in her music thanks to lyrics from Gershwin. I do miss old songs that tell clear stories. No metaphors or abstract lyrics that require multiple listens to understand, just a story sang in very straightforward language. Almost every song is incredibly relatable and the emotional range on this album is wide. Love, anger, apprehension, regret, Rumba, all expressed beautifully through a clear, controlled voice with clever writing that still holds up. I tried my best not to associate this kind of music with fallout, but I have ripped too many bongs and played too many hours of the game not think of it when I hear Ella's voice. But whichever way I was introduced to it, I'm glad I was. I'm rating it solid 3 stars, This album did not move me, but I can recognize it as something important. I like it a lot more than other albums from this era so that's gotta count for something.

I honestly don't know much about beach boys other then pet sounds. I thought a lot of these songs were fun especially be good to your feet. but it doesn't make as much use of the harmonies and dreamy vibes that they're known for. And without all that they're just sound like another band trying to be the Beatles.