Reviews by lukeice1

A somber and moody record. Despite it's whispered vocals and droning instrumentals, the record is still engaging and enjoyable!

Lost in the dream takes a mediocre soft rock approach which leaves me listening this record had more teeth than it does. It's banal and trite with little standing out

Stevie makes hit after hit on this record, demonstrating his range while maintaining a consistent soul and theme in the music

Every generation has a record that speaks to the zeitgeist, that serves as a time capsule for the hopes, dreams, fears, and apprehensions of the world at a point in time. I would argue no record does that better than Ok Computer for the 90s. A record that expresses a generations hopes but more so fears in the face of rising technology not so much from the technology itself, but the radical transformation to society it brings - the isolation, the loneliness, the aloofness. All of these fears are combined by forlorning instrumentation and desolating lyrics making this record a harbinger of the 21st century, and a standout masterpiece

It's a fine rock record, with "get it on" being the obvious standout and several tracks serving for good glan rock templates, but little stands out otherwise, and the record doesn't accel at producing glam rock hits.

A fun rap rock record with some socially conscious messaging is always appreciated, but it drags on for far too long overstaying it's welcome

Amy manages to deliver a vocal performance that inspires generations of pop artists to come. The emotion, genre bending, and charm she infuses into her lyrics shines through on this record, and while it doesn't break much instrumental molds, the vocal delivery deserves all accolades

Clinton and the crew manages to craft a mind melding funk psychedelic landscape as only they do best. A milestone in music that would go onto greatly influence modern hip-hop, rock, and other acts

A hard rock record with surprising punch. Songs like back in the saddle, rats in the cellar, and sick as a dog are testaments to the bands songwriting chops and influence. A strong showing that while not perfect manages to stand strong almost 50 years later

An alluring album cover beguiles a mediocre art rock record. The music is technically good but seems to lack real impact

A wonderful experimental hip-hop record - I have fond memories of listening to this in college before his breakdown on TLOP tour. Since then, this music has become unlistenable because it's impossible to separate the art from the artist here. Yeezus more so than any other record is the impetus of Kanye's slide into mental health crisis and listening or rating would only further enable, so I'll boycott and rate a 1

Smells like another bland 90s britpop act with a slight nirvana flair. It's fine but doesn't do anything special to standout

Outside of the stand out title track, there is much to love on this record from the experimentation and gorgeous guitar work by Fripp.

This record is at its best when the group is providing unique perspectives on Folk songs and political events; however, covers of American gospel songs and attitudes are scattered throughout and while not a bad thing seem to distract from the otherwise profound nature of the record

Chicago is fine at mixing some larger instrumentation with impressive guitar work, but overall lacks standout and catchy songwriting chops on this record

An amazing record that, despite containing a 17 minute track never feels stale or like it's overstayed it's welcome.

Talking heads debut record is surprisingly fresh and contains many good ideas with standout tracks like psycho killer. Overall a fun listen

Funky, full of social commentary, and ever so relevant. Super fly is a phenomenal soundtrack, arguably one of the greatest sound tracks of all time. Freddies dead, No Thing On Me, and Superfly are master classes in funk, making this record a landmark

A gothic record that contains many gorgeous soundscapes. The plucked strings are enjoyable and hollow drums contribute to the spacy and dissonant feel of the record. A solid and enjoyable work, with standouts like the forest and in your house

A surprisingly good brit indie record. Is it over produced? Yes. Is it overdramatic? Also yes. Is it overrated? Certainly not, deserving of an entry on this list.