Reviews by kdes621

Hot FussThe Killers

Rated 8/10

I've never sat and listened through this whole album. What a delicious exercise in nostalgia. I love the Killers, and the hits on this album still hit! I did find myself skipping through the tracks I didn't know already. Brandon Flowers has a habit of monotone singing. Great drumming and guitar licks.

As a thirty-something, I do think I've listened to Mr. Brightside enough times at weddings. Made it laughable to listen to it in this capacity.

The inclusion of this album makes me wonder why we're messing around with some of the other albums on this list. One of the best of all time. Why am I listening to some tired ass music from the 80s and 90s? Who put that there? This is what we should be listening to. Lyrical genius: funny, introspective, and groovy to boot.

Not sure what the deal is with the out-of-tune singing. Acoustic guitar offers a classic 90s atmosphere. Ultimately DNF.

AjaSteely Dan

Rated 8/10

God I love Steely Dan. This was easy listening, fun and funky. Nothing extraordinary.

I love a 15 min album. You can tell these shows were fucking crazy live. A little redundant to listen to in album form.

Just really not my style. My friends all love Bruce and I was hoping to, too. What Bruce lacks in singing ability he makes up in enthusiasm! I was hoping for some unique instrumentation here and there.

What's interesting is that some songs remind me of the Clash albums. The grit and edge are strong.

The Joshua TreeU2

Rated 10/10

Extremely nostalgic and cathartic listen. I haven't listened through the whole album, just some of the well known tracks (namely, the first three). But damn, this is emblematic of an album you must hear before you die. Atmospheric instrumentation with Bono's signature, powerful singing.

TidalFiona Apple

Rated 6/10

Great play among the genres, with some downright groovy tracks and thoughtful. I just don't like Apple's singing voice.

Simone has an extreme range vocally. Powerful and sweet at various times. Not an album to put on while doing something else.