Reviews by mcthrasher

Some nice sounds, but so repetitive. All the songs are on one chord the whole time and it really drags the songs down.

One of the few albums on this list that actually feels like a complete concept. The individual songs are good, and I appreciate the lack of skits and silliness and the reference to Majin Buu.

Some nice chill jams, but since every song sounds similar, the schtick wore thin by the end of the album.

Feels like it’s missing soul. Totally whitewashed blues. Good playing and production though.

Love the concept, but why does he turn every song into 5 minutes of droning repetition? His singing is so off key too.

Really don’t enjoy the production on this. The fuzzy vocals sound bad, and the instruments all feel like they occupy the same wavelength, making the whole thing feel muddy. The songs are okay, but after listening to The Hives a week ago, the energy here feels lacking.

Crazy that this album predicted a shift towards blues rock that lasted for so many years after. Great playing, love the piano and horns included.

If you rerecorded the whole album with real instruments instead of synths, it would sound so much better. They’re decent songwriters, but it all just sounds so silly.

Doesn’t really feel like it has an identity. Well-produced, well-performed, but lacks any real soul.

Same 2 chords in every song. Terrible whining voice. Repetitive lyrics about England. Just the worst.

“Till Your Well Runs Dry” is the real standout song, and it happens to be the only non-reggae song on the album.

Some of the best energy I’ve heard on an album. They’re playing and screaming right on the edge of control. Great blend of punk speed with poppy guitar licks and interesting song structure.

Vocals are absolutely fire, and I can see why Rollins became such an icon, but the musicianship is pure ass. They’re playing like 12-year-olds.

Some nice instrumental moments, and strong vocals, but the songs in general are quite simple with the exception of the opening track. I like my metal to have a bit more substance.

An album you can put on and just vibe to. Does have that classic problem where the opening track is by far the best, so it is kinda downhill from the jump.

Can’t go wrong with some classic country.

Some of the poppiest, most toothless rap you’ll hear. Really takes away from a lot of what makes rap fun and interesting.

Pretty boring. Weird mix where everything is super flat and kinda muffled. A couple moments of goodness, but nothing to make it worth listening.

One of the better psychedelic albums in this list. These guys actually know how to write and perform songs and don’t just rely on bizarre studio tricks.

Amazing songs. Catchy, rocking’, with every musician playing their heart out and feeding off each others’ energy. Great voice, great lyrics, swampy vibe.