Rated 2/10
Neil Young should stick to songwriting. This is not appealing to listen to at all. The band is fine, but there's not too much going on there ever. This was a chore to sit through
Rated 2/10
Neil Young should stick to songwriting. This is not appealing to listen to at all. The band is fine, but there's not too much going on there ever. This was a chore to sit through
I already had gotten Rum Sodomy & The Lash, so this was a welcome surprise. This one isn't nearly as fun as the last one. Just kind of boring at times. Still, it was solid. The title track as well as "Fiesta" were really good. Beyond that, they were fine. Not the best thing I've heard, but fine.
The novelty wore off too quickly. This really is a time capsule, though. It was interesting to hear a crowd of fans from 1962 vibing along with one of the best vocalists ever. I wouldn't necessarily listen again, but glad I experienced this album. OH and that band was really good too.
Rated 6/10
If I liked folk music, this might be my favorite album yet. Unfortunately, there's only so much folk music I can handle in one sitting. Most songs here are fine by themselves and aren't long at all. There's not much going on here either. Few lyrics, strong vocals and some light guitar playing. Also, all of these are just traditional folk songs or covers. So... the only new thing we're getting is the vocals. It's worth it honestly. I did struggle to get through to the end, though.
Rated 8/10
So, this is not what I expected. I guess you can't go into a Pink Floyd album you've never heard and expect to know what it sounds like. There's actually a lot here that I don't like. Weirdly placed instruments that clash, interesting vocal choices and strange lyrics. However, altogether, it works well somehow. From the beginning, Pink Floyd knew how to experiment and put together albums that are not similar to anything that's ever been made before, but still be enjoyable. I don't think I can choose any standouts here because they all fit into the same category of "interesting, I'd listen again probably." So yeah. This album is strange and shouldn't work, but it does and I'd listen again probably.
Rated 6/10
I liked a lot about this album. What I don't necessarily like is the mumbling and random noises, but it can work. I appreciate the story elements of all these songs. No standouts, really. Just a fine album with some fine songs
Rated 6/10
Halfway through and IDK what to think yet. Not a 1, not a 5... not anywhere in the middle either really...
Wow, this album gets deep. But what isn't deep is John Prine's voice. I don't really like his voice all that much. Definitely takes away from some songs. I wanted to like this album more than I did. "Your Flag Decal Won't Get You into Heaven Anymore" is the standout I think. Other songs had their moments, but were just not good all the way through.
Rated 8/10
The album is funky. I like funky. I don't like murder or weed quite as much though. That's most of what this album is. I like the flow and rhythm, but can't get behind the lyrics. I wouldn't really listen again, but I can say I'm glad to have listened to it. It did overstay it's welcome, though.
Rated 2/10
I really don't know what to write for this review, I just did not like 1 second of this album
Rated 10/10
Just so good. I hadn't heard any song other than "Crawlin" and "In the End" but this album is filled cover to cover with playlist worthy songs for me. I don't know what more to say. I wasn't surprised, but glad my high expectations were exceeded.
A tale of two halves. After 3 minutes, I was waiting for it to be done. Those first two sections are, for lack of a better term, awful. I would never subject my ears to that again. But then we get to the last two tracks and it changes significantly. Those weren't just fine, they were genuinely amazing. The 18 minute section might just be my favorite. I have never ran into the problem before. Half the album is bad and the other half is great. What to do what to do. Well, you already know what I did, but I don't. I guess I'll find out tomorrow!
Rated 4/10
I hate saying bad things about albums that definitely had a lot of hard work that went into it, but this is just really boring in my opinion. I lost interest halfway through and it never brought me back. "Crystalised" is a really good song though. I'm glad i know it now. Everything else for the most part will be forgotten by tomorrow
Rated 8/10
Very weird album. I love most things about this, but the lyrics are just too weird for my liking. Not weird in subject matter necessarily, but how they present it. I liked the opening track, "A Rush and a Push and the Land Is Ours" as well as "Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me." I could absolutely see myself ignoring the lyrics and having a good time listening, but some songs just get downgraded by the lyrics. "Girlfriend in a Coma" and "Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One Before" are the worst offenders. Overall, I liked it and am excited to get their other albums in the future.
Rated 10/10
There aren't many lyrics, but what is there is meaningful and well put together. There is nothing here that I don't like. Every song, no matter how long, never gets dull. It's crazy that they can keep you intrigued for 13 minutes, but they do. This is my first Pink Floyd album on this list, but I am fairly familiar with their work, so an easy day today. Great album.
Rated 6/10
I liked a lot about this, but didn't love much. "Only Dreaming Now" and The Wolf of Velvet Fortune" were my favorites. There are a lot of songs here that I wouldn't mind never hearing again, but nothing that I never want to hear again.
Rated 6/10
"Alright guys, we need a band name"
"The Who?"
"No, that's taken"
"The Fish"
"No, that's dumb"
"Hmmm.. The... The... The..."
"PERFECT"
Rated 6/10
Only a little bit boring. I could listen to a few songs regularly, but a whole album of this isn't ideal. Not much to any of these songs and that works. I liked "Alameda" and "Between The Bars" the best. Fine album all around.
Rated 8/10
Those basslines though. Best part of the album. Singing is fine, drums are groovy. Lyrics are fun or whatever. Might have to listen to their other stuff after this. No song stands out, but all of them uplift the album. "The Chauffeur" was not a good way to end the album, though. Still, good music to vibe to
Rated 10/10
Alternative Rock comes in many forms and this is one of my favorites. The bands I listen to the most today absolutely were indirectly influenced by this band. I'm not the biggest fan of the vocals, but they absolutely work in this way. "Freak Scene" and "Let It Ride" are some amazing tracks and to end it all with "Don't" is vile in the best way. I can see why this album is rated quite low, but I do not agree one bit! Can't believe this is from the 80s
Rated 8/10
It has some great songs, but honestly they all sound too similar. I like everything about every song though. Nothing bad about this album. Just there's also nothing in this album that makes me too excited. It's really solid and I hope to listen to these songs another time.