Reviews by cherry_coloured

SMiLEBrian Wilson

Rated 8/10

As one who loves a little bit of whimsy, I enjoyed this quite a bit. Brian Wilson talent and dedication to his craft is evident throughout. Just a great work of art.

My first thought upon seeing this album this morning was “wow, I didn’t realize that Kings of Leon were around as early as 2004!” I quickly learned that there was good reason for that. Not only does the vocalist have an awful, grating voice, it doesn’t even sound like he’s singing in English half the time.

Also, while I recognize that it can be hard to write horny music without being completely cringy, this band did NOT stick that landing at all. Yikes

EliminatorZZ Top

Rated 8/10

First half of the album was full of the hits/bangers. Started to drag a bit for the last few songs. Overall enjoyable and fun.

MoondanceVan Morrison

Rated 10/10

Was not expecting to fall in love with this album tbh. I worked at a kind of shitty yacht club during summers whilst in college and Moondance played over the radio literally every single shift I worked, somehow it still retains a soothing quality untouched by food service PTSD.

The whole album (minus maybe Everyone) was cohesive without being boring or stale for me. Perfect to listen to to be lulled to sleep (not derogatory)

Psychedelic rock tends to blend together for me, but this is a standout. The harmonies were reminiscent of The Beach Boys, but less cheesy. I’ve only heard Time of the Season prior to this, but I’d definitely listen to this again! Also the lore to this one is crazy

It was a beautiful day before I turned this dogshit on. Easily the blandest, most inane drivel I’ve ever had the displeasure of listening to. Some of the most shallow, unoriginal lyrics to receive this much acclaim. I think the worst part is some songs have the potential to actually be good, like Elevation, if it wasn’t for Bono wailing like a cat in heat intermittently throughout the song. I seriously do not get the hype.

Paul Rodgers has a nice voice, and I enjoyed most of the songs on this album. I liked the sultry tones throughout, and it suited the Rodgers’s voice well. A good listen, albeit a bit generic.

21Adele

Rated 8/10

This album was super popular when I was in high school so I associate this heavily with that time. Better than I remember it being. Obviously Adele has an amazing voice, so it’s a very easy listen. Some songs in the middle of the album did kind of blend together for me. Overall, a very good album.

NevermindNirvana

Rated 10/10

Incredible, a true classic at this point. A literal game changer. Kurt Cobain was the breath of fresh air the rock scene needed in the midst of hair metal hell. True king shit

This album flows so so SO well. Erykah Badu’s voice seems to be polarizing, but I find it suits her neo-soul style and overall vibe very very well. The final track probably could have been cut a bit, but otherwise, a totally gorgeous album. 5/5

fROMOHIOfIREHOSE

Rated 6/10

Sounded like a jam session between friends, which was charming in a way. It was fine, I enjoyed it but didn’t love it