Reviews (page 14 of 14)
Not really me
It grew on me a little bit as it went along, but I honestly just don't care for it. Maybe someday I'll look back in this review and think "Mann, I was completely wrong", but that day isn't today.
The title song is great but the rest of the album doesn't live up to its name. This is one of those albumi that needs context and from a cobtemporary punk perspective sounds too upbeat and clean, as the genre has evolved.
Engelsk 70’er punkrock, lidt andre inspirationer, udmærket, lidt langt
Was let down by this, the title track and a couple of others were good. Otherwise this is bloated and boring.
1 star for the title track; 1 star for the cover.
not a fan
Somehow, this is really bad. I didn't think the ska and reggae influences which are consistent through this record did anything but make the album naff.
1 good song
not excited
London Calling, the song that is, is an iconic punk rock song and rightfully so. Hollywood have almost ruined the song by playing it every time London appears but it's still a great song ignoring that aspect. The rest of the album however is a jolly mess. It's clearly inspired by other genres like reggae and rockabilly and so far from punk. You never know what to expect but overall the rest of the songs pale in comparison to the opening track.
To me, this is one of the most overrated albums of all time. I’ve listened to it twice and both times come away with a headache. The singer sounds like his mouth is full of marbles and he can’t carry a tune half the time. Really only 3 songs I enjoy over the course of 19(!!!) songs. Blech. 4/10
L O N D O N O N D O Not old enough to like this kind of music, but it's okay I guess. Can't wait for the day we get a hyperpop album
My dad likes the album, I thought it was pretty meh I like some clash songs but none of them are in this album unfortunately
Nope...
Never got this one. Boring, over-rated, and most definitely not punk.
Long ass album kinda lost interest after first few songs
London wasn’t calling me at least not today. I get the importance of this record but it wasn’t clicking for me. Joe Strummer’s (I think that’s the right guy, didn’t bother googling which probably tells you all you need to know) voice has a style mimicked for generations but I think I’m just more connected to the bands who ripped the Clash off. I’m looking at you Jawbreaker. I mean Joe’s dead, he don’t care.
Is theses bitches sing another vowel.. The instrumentation is fun and quirky, but then I remembered they’re very British 🙄 Mostly pissed me off, but sometimes the wackiness worked. Learn how to edit btw
All the songs are very similar, I liked one or two but overall I would not consider myself a Clash fan after listening. The voice is slightly annoying
Punk has gotten so much better. This record is okay I guess. I am sure it was jaw dropping at the time.
not for me, but appreciate its influences?
L'ho anche già sentito altre volte, però non riesco ad arrivare in fondo.
Not memorable. Mixture of ska and reggae and a little bit of something that is not punk. Not in it.
It was not a bad album
well i actually listened to it. knew the last song! not that great to me though
Really can't bring myself to care. They might be seminal, but I think it lacks fundamental melody or sophistication to me - just a lot of stomping and shouting
Didn’t enjoy. First song, I’ve heard too many times and I am completely indifferent to it. Several songs were weird ska which made me cringe. The Brixton one was okay. I left my phone in another room with the album playing and was disappointed that it hadn’t finished upon my return. I listened to the last four songs on mute.
Not really my vibe.
It didn't sound anything like I expected. I can definitely see the hints of the very beginning of punk music.
Not a fan of the clash but I’m glad I gave this a listen to reconfirm. I can appreciate the passion and the social critique but the vocals and simplistic percussion grind my gears.
some tracks are ok too long things got boring should probably listen again, probably won't
I liked some of the songs, maybe i have to listen to it again, to be completely sure
average
Hmmm.
What's the best Clash album? The Best of the Clash. A lot of "diverse" styles on here = a lot of chaff. Some absolute bangers though. Yet another 2**. https://youtu.be/tyZspqjtG2k
Ok but nothing memorable other than title track
Like tiki bar/surfer vibes of the 60s? Idk.
just way too long, i feel like a lot of these tracks could be cut
idk i really hate his voice
Only track I enjoyed was the eponymous one
I know a few songs from The Clash but not from this album, pretty groovy I must say! It’s SUCH a long album tho. Fav song is ‘Brand New Cadillac’.
Good album.
А ПОЧЕМУ НА СПОТИФАЕ НЕТ MOSCOW CALLING
It was ok. Not my cup of tea. Like 1-2 tracks I semi enjoyed
Couldn't get it to play
The clash is not really my jammmm
favs: the card cheat train in vain (stand by me) rating 0.5/5
Whatever this genre is, I’m not a fan of.
I didn't like it. Jimmy jazz was alright though.
Another album that is Just Too Loud for me… Faves in album order London Calling The Guns of Brixton Train in Vain
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Not my cup of tea
3.26/10
Decent lyrics and themes. Musically, incredibly annoying.
Legendary, but not for me
Oof... With the exception of the two tracks that were singles with radio play, I couldn't wait for this to be over. It was painfully dull to me. And why was it so long? A bar band that I'd be trying to talk over to my friends and finishing my beer hoping we could move on to a different place. Sorry. This hit me in the "fuck that" category.
This was an annoying album for knobs
You can take all these remasters and stick them straight up your ass
Insupportable
It was ok. It's standard 70's rock. When you grew up with this sound, finding a standout is rare.
non
Boring
+1 point for the album cover accurately depicting what I wanted to do to my computer while listening to this album.
1 :(
BEST SONGS: -Brand New Cadillac
Not today, Mr. Clash. Couldn't listen to the whole thing.
too long, boring - hot take i know but i couldnt bring myself to re listen to it
Not a punk fan
Not a fan of this genre. Nothing saved to the playlist.
Nope. Just can’t do it. I tried. 1
I can't listen to this one a third time, just, no. Seminal punk (ish) album? Yes Do I like it? No, I do not like the ska elements or even its more punk elements, its too long and the only song I ever care to listen to again is Lost in the Supermarket because it at least sounds like a post punk song but beyond that it's just totally not my thing Just a no.
Not for me
Not for me. 1/5
The whole album sounds the same
Apart from "London calling", which is probably the album's most well known song I didn't like this kind of Punk Rock.
Not my style
The band that started the punk scene. Some good music.
Not my vibe. Bored by it.
This is not my kind of music. Need more than guitars & drums. Not into "punk".
Meh. Never got into The Clash, and now I know why.
Not talented.
Challenge: give me an album not from a British band and not older than 40 years. Impossible for this website.
Did not like album
Definitely not for me....
Oh Gott nope, so viel was ich nicht mag
No thanks
I've listened to a few Clash songs here and there, but never really been a fan of any of them enough to seek out more of their material. This album has done little to change my opinion. I realize this is probably heretical to most music fans, especially punk fans, but it is what it is. Let's get to some details. Highlights: Jimmy Jazz - The most interesting songs to me on this album are the ones that sound the least like the Clash's signature sound. This mellow jazzy track was a fun listen. Rudie Can't Fail - This song is almost straight up reggae. Very relaxing sound and the singer's vocals fit with the reggae theme. Lost in the Supermarket - This is probably my favorite song on the album. The bass riffs are great. Somehow the vocalist learned what his range is. I'll be adding this to my playlists. Clampdown - Great punky, chunky guitar. Catchy hooks, vocals are on point here. The Guns of Brixton - More great bass work. The reggae style once again is a great match for The Clash's skills. I'm Not Down - I really enjoyed this one. Very upbeat punk sound. A trumpet solo away from early ska. Lowlights: London Calling - God these vocals are grating. Sounds like the guy has a sinus infection. Wrong 'Em Boyo - The intro to this track is brass with what sounds like a donkey braying over it. Vocals are awful. After the intro it redeems itself with a very early ska sounding jam. Four Horsemen - Awful vocals strike again. Guy sounds like Eeyore. Final Thoughts: Frankly, I did not enjoy this album. I liked a lot of the instrumental work on here, but God, the vocals are grating at worst and downplayed at best. The best tracks are consistently the ones with the most emphasis on the instrumentals themselves. Legitimately at times sounds like a donkey imitating human voice.
Not my music
Pizda hui
I can’t. It’s the same monotonous voice for every song and the music sounds like a beginners garage band. I don’t understand the hype. Would I listen again: Nope Best Song: none, I couldn’t even make it through the whole album. Worst Song: London Calling. Can’t stand this song on the radio and can’t stand it on the album. It should have have me a hint to what I was in for…
Not gonna lie, i was really bored with this one. Already knew London Calling and Stand by Me. Its just not jiving with me. No cohesion and honestly the vocals are not my favorite and theres no real good interesting hooks. Expecting a good old amp blowing fist pumping anthem-filled good time. But british reggae punk? I just cant sink into it. Gave Urban Hymns a better score and people think that one is ass so maybe its a flaw with me.
okay.
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Load of shite. Can't even be bothered thinking up something less base than this.
Didn't like
utter tosh
Diese Platte ist abscheulich. Es war mir nicht möglich, mehr als die ersten 5 Songs davon zu hören. Wenn je ein Negativbeispiel für besonders uninspiriertes, dilettantisches Songwriting benötigt würde, wäre diese Platte besonders geeignet. Taugt noch nicht einmal für Lacher, reinste Folter. Wer das für ein hervorragendes, besonders hörenswertes Album hält, ist musikalisch tontaub. Nie wieder!
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https://www.theringer.com/music/2019/12/17/21024982/the-clash-london-calling-40th-anniversary
Well. It fucking rocks.
Fuckin A