Sublime

Sublime was never really my thing, but I will hand it to them. They had a particular gift for building various influences into a sound and vibe that is very much their own. Add to that Bradley Nowell's (RIP) natural charisma, and you have something really interesting. That stylistic diversity can be a double edged sword though, which sometimes can come off as being a bit scattershot and unfocused. But overall, this was a really well made album that absolutely should have made the original list. Fave Songs: Santeria, What I Got, Garden Grove, Wrong Way, April 29, 1992 (Miami), Pawn Shop

Ska punk plus a wide mix of genres, it's not really my thing but has good energy and some catchy melodies and hooks. Ahead of it's time in 1996 and possibly paving the way for the rock/rap crossover of the early 00s? Like many records or the CD era, it's about 20 mins too long, but that's forgiveable. It's really sad that the singer didn't live to see the release and huge success of this album. Rating: 3 Playlist track: What I Got Date listened: 19/07/24

It is a longer album, but it has a lot of well known songs. I have always been on the fence about Sublime. I would definitely listen to some of there songs again, but I do not have the desire to listen to everything by them.

I know way too many of these songs from simply listening to the radio in the ‘90’s, but man do I hate this band. They really left their mark on the scene, though, I can give them that.

This may be one of the most overrated records of the 90s. Every puka shell necklace wearing white kid was all of a sudden into reggae. It's recorded well and has a good flow. But it's really not that good. It's way more concerned about being cool than being good. The lyrics throughout are just the most cringe.

Another that didn’t really grab me when it first came out. I know my brother in law loves this record. First time sitting down to listen to it in full most likely since it first came out. Still not my thing.

¿Por qué gritas tanto? No me parece sublime para nada. Además es un poco largo. No, lo siento.

When it comes to ska, the original list only covers the 2 tone era such as Madness and the Specials. Third wave ska really only took off in America, so it's a bit of a misfire not to include the likes of early Smash Mouth, No Doubt, and of course Sublime. Sublime took more than just ska into consideration for their sound though, fusing reggae rock and occasionally straightforward punk to create a multi-faceted album. Even today, they still play Santeria on the radio. So. They obviously did something right. My opinion? I only like the punk parts. So much of Sublime's self-titled appeals to college-aged white guys who are getting really into weed, which is not me. There are some interesting parts (Under My Voodoo kinda goes crazy), but I personally do not get much out of white guys doing reggae. It's not terrible, but it's just not my thing either. CONTENDER FOR THE LIST: Maybe? There's no denying the band was immensely popular during their time (especially with this album) and are a core pillar of third wave ska, I just can't help but feel like they are overrated to some degree. I could lean towards their inclusion on the list, but that doesn't mean I'll like it.

A few hits but a lot of derivative mess

Wow I hated Sublime. Just hated them. Decades pass, I mellow out, haven't heard them since the 90s.... <sigh> the music isn't what I'm into ...but it's actually not bad but these lyrics are just stupid. I'll just politely pass. (but yes this album should have been in the book, so my ranking - as none are - is not subjective) 3/10 2 stars. IMO: like it or not: should this have been in the original book [which should be called: 1001 Albums That Helped to Shape Music History]? yes.

The additional albums to this list are exposing that in the gap between British and US listening they also had a list of bog standard song free albums that people listened to as rites of passage in college. It's like they had 20 or 30 Razorlites and Stereophonics as well. Man this is absolute pub band level.

chlling and wibing

I was never a Sublime fan, even though they skirt close to some of my favourite genres, they're too far into the ska/reggae/stoner sound and not enough of the punk side for me. This album has its moments though, Pawn Shop is really good, Get Ready is a jammer, but most of it is a little too laid back with some ropey lyrics. High 2/5.

Another one that was alright, but not great

It's hilarious that I just scorched the last pick for being dub and so what do I draw next? The teen angst version of dub. This is way worse than I ever suspected, even though I never gave it the time of day when it was new. They've got 3 good songs.

I think I'll keep my negative thoughts to myself. The album is well-performed, and while it doesn't gel with me, there are songs that haven't been overplayed to death enough to enjoy. Favorite tracks: "Caress Me Down", "Doin' Time", "Under My Voodoo"

Of it’s time

This didn't really happen. This never happened.

This was not that good

This literally doesn't tickle any of my bones.

Well this is unfortunate, since it has rightly been excluded from the official list. I am not familiar with Sublime outside of their ubiquitous hits that everyone has heard. I have always loved the part in the 'What I Got' song where he says "I can play the guitar like a motherfuckin' riot" and then proceeds to play the most basic and boring guitar riff/solo anyone has ever heard. Hilarious stuff. I think that kind of encapsulates this band in a nutshell. This album was a very tough listen, and I will not ever listen to it again.

Nope

Meh

pure shite

It's like proto nu metal or skate metal, if you didn't grow up with this I really can't see any redeeming qualities to it whatsoever