Had listened to this entire album previously, own it. Always a fun listen.
A nice listen. Was familiar with a few of the songs, but found a few more I liked.
Another one where I was familiar with a few of the songs but found new ones I liked. Powerful sound.
Love this album. Had never listened to it start to finish before. Noticed interesting things referenced in other music I've never heard pointed out before, like Hootie and the Blowfish's reference to the wife in Italy from Idiot Wind, and the way the "sundown" in "If You See Her Say Hello" sounds like the same cadence in the word when Gordon Lightfoot sings the same word.
I had never heard any of these Black Sabbath songs previously. I believe I listened to the American version of the album. I was shocked by the harmonica on "The Wizard," in the best way. I could see myself listening to this again, in the background, or with more focus.
I didn't recognize this album from the name but recognized the art instantly. "America" is one of my favorite songs, but I don't think I knew any other songs here other than "Mrs. Robinson." The intro into "Save the Life of My Child" was a fun surprise. That song reminded me of "The Who."
Classic Dre sound. I think I expected a little more to jump out at me lyrically -- a lot of the songs blur together in my mind.
I was slightly surprised to see this album on the list, as I remember it being popular but I don't particularly remember critical acclaim. I already loved several songs on this album, including the heartbreaking Liability and the rejuvenating Perfect Places. Planning to add this to my collection.
can we change the rating system so I can give it 10/10?
I really enjoyed this listen. I haven't listened to a lot of Lou Reed previously, but have always liked what I've heard. Another one that serves well as background noise, or as a focused listen.
Prior to this listen, I would have likened myself a fan of Chicago. From start to finish, this album was way to experimental for me. Less than 10 minutes in, I was ready for it to be over, the piano on "The Beginning" seemingly surrounding me, as the lyrics reminded me, "it's only the beginning." When "Free Form Guitar" came along, I wondered why I had been so critical of the experimental piano. Absolute torture. Songs I enjoyed previously must have been radio edits, as I struggled to get through even the very familiar "Does Anybody...." "Questions 67 and 68" was enjoyable, but only a five minute reprieve from 76 and a half minutes of songs I hope I never hear again.
I was not at all familiar with Eels previously, I think I had heard the name but no songs. I really enjoyed this listen, but admittedly can't discern why this is included in a list of greatest albums -- on first listen it sounds like a lot of other 90s rock.
Maybe I'm just happy to not be listening to Chicago Transit Authority anymore, but I really enjoyed this listen, much more than I expected to from Neil Young. I was shocked to learn this was his twentieth studio album and released in the 1990s, as it carries the weight of a 70s classic rock album. Appropriately named.
This is one of those albums that make me contemplate the scope of this project. Was it fine? Yes. Did it stand out? No.
Smooth unoffensive background band music. This project continues to push my to listen to entire genres I would not have listened to on my own.
I was not at all familiar with Red Snapper before, but I enjoyed the album and would certainly listen again. Something about acid jazz tickles my brain, so I was happy to find a group so heavy in that genre.
I had never heard of this band before. From the artist name, I was expecting orchestral arrangements. I'm not a huge fan of orchestral arrangements, but I would have much preferred that to the experimental journey Kollaps took me on. I have seen several other users say this is the worst album on the list. That certainly can't be true, but it might be my least favorite thus far.
Another band I was not at all familiar with, but a great post punk discovery. I will listen again, and do a deeper dive on The Gun Club in general.
I have listened to a lot of Willie Nelson over the years, but never in the form of a full studio album. It's nice to hear the songs the way God intended. :)
Always a pleasure.
This was an alright listen. I was surprised how many songs I recognized. Nothing new really stood out at me. Probably would not seek this out again.
I loved this listen. I knew so many songs from this album but had never listened to them all in order. The seamless genre blending of rock, rap, and funk is more cathartic than any noise wars album deserves to be called. It stood out to me for the first time how much "Around the World" sounds like "Gangsta Gangsta" by NWA. I haven't seen this connection made in any other commentary.
I had never heard this album, but enjoyed it from start to finish. I like Steely Dan but have never done a full dive into their disscography, so this felt like a great jumping off point.
Researching this duo I was surprised have never heard of them previously. I probably would not seek it out again unless I was intentionally looking for good old classic country. I was surprised that I enjoyed the gospel songs at the end of the album the most.
This is another album that put my admiration for the artist to the test. I generally enjoy Tom Waits, but a little of his vocals goes a long ways. I think this is the first album of his I have listened to in its entirety.
I was not very familiar with Anita Baker. I enjoyed this listen, but this is another one that doesn't strike me as spectacular enough for this list.
Incidentally just after listening to this album, I watched the Portlandia episode where they go to Jackpot Records and Fred asks if he should get a new Muddy Waters album. Carrie responds "Yeah, just get a best of, it doesn't really matter." I felt like I understood that on a deep level, as a lot of songs on this album sounded similar to one another. Still an enjoyable listen.
I think this is one that was probably revolutionary at its time, and is more difficult to appreciate on a first listen today. Fine as background noise, don't think I would seek this out again.
Not sure I had ever heard of this band, or even the genre of "psychedelic country" before. The more uptempo songs were okay. I don't think I would actively seek this album out again.
I was surprised so see this album on the list. I think the only song I knew previously was "The Mother we Share," so I enjoyed the listen, but this is another album that doesn't particularly stand out to me from other synth-pop.
I knew several songs on this album but had never listened to them the way God intended. Interesting contrast with having Billy Joel just a couple of days ago.
Having listened to almost no jazz, this might be my favorite jazz album. So groovy and non-offensive.
