Reviews by tallis12

Good post rock album, but not one that really encapsulated me. Agree should be on the list, but don’t think I’ll be coming back to this the same way I do a mogwai or sigar Rios album.

Can see why country music fans would appreciate this, but I’m not one of them.

Great 80’s post punk album, dark and moody, so right up my street. Don’t know if this is more sonically experimental, or I’m just in a better mood today but I think I prefer this over
Ocean rain and crocodiles. Think I’ll
Need to go back and re listen to the other two. Though I don’t think there needs to be 3 echo and the bunnymen albums on the list, if I had to keep one it would be this one.

Just a timeless classic swing album from Ol Blue Eyes. Musically in the wee small hours is better, but this is still a great album of the genre and deserves to be on the list and in my frequent rotation when I’m in the mood for a bit of swing.

Had no idea what to expect here with such a strange band name, the first song reminded a lot of primal scream. The rest of the album is varied and interesting without completely loving this album, I found it interesting and makes me want to go back for more.

Interesting female punk album, not one I immediately connected with but grew after a few listens.

Soild 90’s alternate rock, worth its place on the list but not an album I’ll rush back to.

I’m aware of Joan Armstrong but never actually listened to her music intentionally. Ie only just realised it was her song sang love and affection today.

Great album, hard to believe this came out in the 70’s sounds like it could be a modern singer song writer album. The music is rich and varied, featuring Armatrading’s guitar playing and vocals, as well as contributions from other musicians such as Dave Mattacks, Dave Pegg, and B. J. Cole. The album incorporates elements of folk, rock, blues, and soul, creating a unique and original sound that is both timeless and modern. The album also demonstrates Armatrading’s ability to experiment and innovate, as she uses different instruments and arrangements, such as the saxophone on “Like Fire” and the strings on “Love and Affection”.

In conclusion, Joan Armatrading is a classic and masterpiece album that deserves to be in every music lover’s collection. It is a testament to Armatrading’s skill and creativity as a singer-songwriter and guitarist, and a reflection of her personality and spirit as a woman and an artist.

Immediately added to my permanent rotation. 5 stars.

I grew up with freak on the leash constantly shown on Kerrange and Scuzz music tv channels.

Listening back now just confirms my view that NuMetal really is just angry music for teenagers. Hasn’t dated well and now as a man with a wife and kids in his mid 30s, I really struggle to relate to it. The album is far too long, repetitive and chaotic. It’s made worse by appearances from Fred durst and Ice cube.

I listened downward spiral last week, which I rated highly and in comparison this album just isn’t anywhere near that level of focus and atmosphere.

Follow the leader is probably one of the best Nu metal albums and a pioneer in the genre but let’s face it, it’s not up against much stiff competition. Just scrapes 3 stars given its genre defining and freak on a leash.

I have to admit Iv not listened to much Wu Tang Clan solo output before starting this project so this is another new one to me today.

Another Wu tang solo album by name only given appearance from all the other members on the album. This another very high standard rap album, probably one of their best I heard. Feels like this stands up against the best of 90’s rap.

Love the atmosphere throughout the album, it has a dark, gritty, and cinematic sound that reflects the harsh realities of life in New York, which reminds me a lot of my favourite rap album illmatic.

The album features crisp and intricate production, with samples from kung-fu movies and soul music, and GZA delivers razor-sharp and witty rhymes on topics ranging from chess to crime.

Really enjoyed this and going to suggest
this is a 90’s rap masterpiece, it’s aged better than the Chronic, (also big plus for not having any skits!) and should be held on a par with Ilmatic so gets the full 5 stars from me.

Up there with the best U.K. indie albums of the 00’s. Probably doesn’t get the credit it deserves due to how overplayed take me out was at the time. Really good to come back to this album today and appreciate it. Franz Ferdinand a very underrated Scottish band in my opinion.

Interesting and challenging album, glad I listened but not one ill come back to.

This isn’t in the same league as night at the opera, but after a couple of listens I appreciate this is a good fun over the top rock album. Killler Queen the obvious stand out, but rest of the album holds up well and the production quality is outstanding for the time. Deserves its place on the list, but not a personal favourite of mine.

Nope really didn’t get this album. Or why it made the list.

Nope not a fan of most jazz fusion albums Iv tried, a prog rock one is just painful to my ears.

Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails is not just an album, but a sonic journey into the depths of despair and self-destruction.

Recorded in the infamous house where Sharon Tate was murdered, the album reflects the haunting and violent atmosphere of its location. The music is a blend of industrial, rock, and ambient elements, creating a diverse and dynamic soundscape that ranges from aggressive and distorted to calm and melancholic.

The lyrics are raw and honest, expressing the inner turmoil and pain of the protagonist, who spirals down from anger and addiction to depression and suicide.

The album features some of the band's most iconic songs, such as Closer, a twisted love song that samples a heartbeat and a whip, and Hurt, a poignant and powerful ballad that was later covered by Johnny Cash.

Downward Spiral is a masterpiece of musical artistry and emotional intensity, and deserves a full 5 stars.

Interesting Monkees album that doesn’t contain any of their big hits but is the album where they had creative control. If this came out early 60’s I think it would be a comfortable 3 star albums, but given it comes out the same time as stg pepper it’s going to be compared to it, and very quickly feels very dated for late 60’s. Therefore I can’t agree that this album deserves to be on the list.

Yep Iv give it to Sheryl this is a catch 90’s rock album, deserves to be listened to before you die. Not one I’ll be adding to my frequent rotation though.

Took me a while to click Goldie is the same Goldie who was a bit of a Z list celebrity back in the 00’s, shocked he actually had an album that made the list.

After listening to the album, I’m still shocked this album is on the list.

Up there with the best hair metal albums. I’m not a massive fan of hair metal so not one I’ll come back to.