Reviews by h3lios

Such a groovy disco record; MJ proved he called the shots.

Hip hop samples could definitely be heard here. Vocals slap as always

Sounds like any other album from the 90s that leaned alt/jangle-rock. He definitely doesn't sound as operatic here compared to the Smiths, which fits nicely with the sound. It's not bad, but not much stood out to me either.

More upbeat than the other jazz records I've listened to. Very improvised. it's like the trumpet is scatting (3.5-4).

It's noisy and edgy but the sound is like contained in a chaotic atmosphere set to a rhythmic beat (3.5)

Definitely know Eilieen! But haven't heard anything else. Hearing those violins, it's like they splashed "Celtic" everywhere; like they were trying on every form of pop rock and soul trendy at the time. Still found this record lively and fitting with my music taste

This reminds me of New Order's dance-rock aesthetic combined with some indie/garage rock influences here and there. I love the grooves and rhythms. They're putting me in a trance!

(I love reading the reviews of other albums here! Merci au reviewer français aussi qui écrit les reviews académiques avec plein d'histoire! Je suis inspiré d'approfondir ma connaissance avec cette langue.)

This was from the 2000s? Sounds like they used retro equipment to make some simple yet effective back-to-basics rock. I can hear the influence this has had on a lot of indie rock and pop!

Neil, Joni then Leonard? I get to listen to all these Canadian classics for the first time thanks to this generator!

His poetry works well with the lyrical cadence, and it’s just him and his guitar so I really have to try harder to focus on the lyrics. I like how he doesn’t put too much flourish; it’s just him and you in this audial room. (3.5-4)

Has a campy surfer rock vibe to it. It's wacky and zany in a 60s space-age kinda way. I don't know what Wikipedia means when it says "kitschy", but I love how they updated retro sounds with modern arrangements. Also, the guitar work here is fantastic, really pairs well with the overall vibe they were going for (3.5-4).

Nick Cave’s lyrics are a mix of spiritual and moody. I like the lounge/guild-hall ambience but I don’t hear any catchy melodies. Plus his vocal delivery seems safe and monotone, I feel like I have to try twice as hard to detect emotion (not you Green Eyes, I can tell how you’re feeling 😭) (2.5-3)

Second time around, I get the hype. The songs' lyrics and atmosphere are reminiscent of these modern times. It's kind of surprising how we're living in a dystopia in the big 26. Thom seems disappointed and isolated with the world around him, I can't help but feel the same when listening to this too.

First ever PJ Harvey album! I'd love more reverb on her voice. The songwriting is stellar and angsty, reminding me of Liz Phair. The production to me is like a mix between 90s alt-rock and Dire Straits' debut (3.5-4)

I like the concept and the vibes of the record but there are not many melodies to get hooked on. It's very much all over the place with the ambience. That said this is a good candidate for a "headphones" album.

What was the guitar arpeggio in "Eruption" 😲? Never really heard the guitar being used as a piano like that. All in all, this is some tuff, melodic dad rock that probably kickstarted 80s glam metal.

Slower and more expanded production but has all the parts of their sound: Kurt’s hushed voice, the guitar work, the quiet-loud sound, and noise. (3.5)

Learned Afrobeat = African styles + American jazz. This live-ly album has such energy.

It's just like a lot of British punk, nothing too special, except the singer reminds me of female Johnny Rotten and the saxophones. It's a pretty fun record but still at time same-y

Has all the classics (I’ll give you a pass Maxwell), the beautiful medley, and the heavy blues. A bonafide, melodic classic!

Interesting to hear a blend of 80s production and the guitar-heavy folk sound. It does get repetitive very quickly (2.5-3)