1001 Albums Summary

From the first 4 songs, I am getting a mix of smooth jazz i.e. Weird Fishes, but also getting that classic grunge sound i.e. Bodysnatchers. Getting very much space odyssey vibes from this album. Something that I would hear drifting through the abyss. It's a weird sound, especially with the incorporation of classical instruments i.e. strings. In a way, it makes me think wistfully of not being able to explore the universe, if that makes sense? As if there is an opportunity to go further than my body or mind can take, but I can't attain it. Fairly impressed, I didn't know how I was going to feel. Album Rank: 7.2 Favorite Song: Weird Fishes

Felt very much like it could be used for instrumentals for Steve Soderbergh films I.e the Ocean’s Trilogy. Could be ahead of its time. Coming out in 1998, but more 2010s vibe. Possible Daft Punk inspiration. Album Rank: 6.2 Favorite Song: Remember

Had a pretty strong start, but started falling off to the very end. It felt like a mix of alternative rock and psychedelic. While there were some seriously strong guitar licks that kept it going, the lyrics and stories that were being told didn't align. Towards the very end, it turned more jam band like, compared to the beginning which felt more like singles. The mesh didn't fit. Album Rank: 5.6 Favorite Song: She Bangs the Drums

Dolly Parton- Coat of Many Colors (1971) Very much what you would expect with Dolly Parton. Heavy on the country twang sound i.e. picking banjos, harpsichord, etc. I do weirdly get small hints of soul tied in as well. Different messages in the album, ranging from why we must leave this earth to women cheating on men. Very different stories. I went in with an open mind, and while I respect Dolly Parton for what she has done, her music isn't something I align with unfortunately. Album Rank: 5.1 Favorite Song: Traveling Man