Reviews by beamer4444

After the endless number of mediocre 3-star albums on this list, it's nice to see something truly different and unique. It's not another brit-pop album that's trying to be the Beatles. It's not a dad rock album that we've all heard a million times. This truly is an album that you should listen to before you die.

That being said, it's fucking terrible and I'm only giving it 1-star.

Quiet LifeJapan

Rated 6/10

The album was fine and forgettable. Nothing to write home about, but a good sounds.

I've said it before and I'll say it again. I prefer Bob Dylan songs when they are performed by other artists. His song writing is unbelievable, but I'm not crazy about his performance. He has a unique sound, but that doesn't mean I love it. I can't fault any of the meaning and talent in his song writing though. A truly one of a kind artist, and this album has his talent on full display.

I liked it. It was nice to listen to, but I couldn't tell you a single lyric. I got lost in it, but didn't find any deep meaning. A very pleasant 3 star album.

ArrivalABBA

Rated 10/10

ABBA is simple amazing! "Dancing Queen" is in the discussion for all time top songs. "Knowing me, Knowing You", "Money Money Money", and "Fernando" are go straight to their greatest hits collection. This is ABBA at their peak and I only want more. 9/10 album, but I'm bumping it to 5 stars.

I loved CHVRCHES sound and vibe. This album is right up my alley. "The Mother We Share" and "Recover" have been in my playlists for years now. The rest of the album is solid and consistent. Check out their album Every Open Eye if you liked this.

I really had high hopes for this after starting out with "Bitter Sweet Symphony". It unfortunately peaks and then slowly falls off for an hour. It's not bad and is probably a 4 star album, but the expectations not being met and album length might bring this down to a 3. We'll see in the morning.

ThirdPortishead

Rated 2/10

Why is this album rated so highly? It's not enjoyable. It doesn't feel that creative. Is it just so people can say that they like weird music? Maybe I "just don't get it".

Listening to classic country western is kinda like visiting your racist grandpa. You're not sure exactly what he's going to say, but you know at the best it will just be unrelatable. At the same time it's really comforting and enjoyable being around him. I get nostalgic listening to albums like this, but I'm never realistically going to listen to it again.

SMiLEBrian Wilson

Rated 2/10

I did not like this. I was waiting the entire time for it to be over. I don't know if this deserves to be a 1 star, but I really don't see why someone would enjoy it. Caught me in a bad mood with a bad album.

Hot damn! I am not a metal fan, but Iron Maiden rocks! I don't think anyone can deny the talent and quality in this album. I'm giving this a 5 because of its consistency throughout. "Run to the Hills" is the standout song for me, but I was rocking through the entire album on my way to work.

One hit wonder albums are always fun to listen to. Usually I can find a song or two outside of the big hit that I can connect with and sometimes even enjoy more than their main song. That's not the case here. The rest of this album is pretty bad, but "There She Goes" is so good that it bumps it up point.

Awesome fucking album. I've discovered a love for Ice Cube going through this list. His flow and rhymes are right up my ally. It's funny that Easy-E is the poster child for N.W.A. when I think he's the weakest member. There are some all time songs on hear and some great samples. I think the second half of the album is a little weak, but it's not bad. Another 9/10 album.

Another perfectly fine album but I don't know why deserves to be on this list. Feels kind of like a Temu Beatles band. I was originally going to give a three for this, but I'm going to drop it down to a two for its monotony and boredom.

How can you not love Dolly Parton?! Both as a performer and a person she comes across as wholesome and someone who loves their craft. The songs have her distinct twang and emotion. This album is music from a different time, but it's a time where music felt genuine. You don't get many people like Mrs. Parton these days.

This is the first time that I have ever really understood the Nirvana hype. It was really interesting listening to this as a live "greatest hits" album. I put that in quotes since "Smells Like Teen Spirit" wasn't on there, but it feels like they really curated the set list for an acoustic setting. I really enjoyed this and ended the album wanting more. This is another 9/10 album for me, but I'm rounding up this time.