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You Love More Than Most

Album	You	Global	Diff
Like A Prayer Madonna	5	3.23	+1.77
Cupid & Psyche 85 Scritti Politti	4	2.38	+1.62
Bat Out Of Hell Meat Loaf	5	3.42	+1.58
Tusk Fleetwood Mac	5	3.47	+1.53
Chocolate Starfish And The Hot Dog Flavored Water Limp Bizkit	4	2.51	+1.49
Definitely Maybe Oasis	5	3.54	+1.46
Strange Cargo III William Orbit	4	2.77	+1.23
Introducing The Hardline According To Terence Trent D'Arby Terence Trent D'Arby	4	2.98	+1.02

You Love Less Than Most

Album	You	Global	Diff
A Hard Day's Night Beatles	1	3.89	-2.89
Deja Vu Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young	1	3.7	-2.7
To Pimp A Butterfly Kendrick Lamar	1	3.64	-2.64
Madman Across The Water Elton John	1	3.58	-2.58
Africa Brasil Jorge Ben Jor	1	3.37	-2.37
Trio Dolly Parton	1	3.13	-2.13
Fishscale Ghostface Killah	1	3.05	-2.05
Black Monk Time The Monks	1	2.94	-1.94
Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul Otis Redding	2	3.92	-1.92
Who's Next The Who	2	3.89	-1.89

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Moon Safari

Air

3/5

All I need is a great song … fantastic. Very chilled album I enjoyed this! Rating 3-4 stars, I might change my mind after I hear more albums from the generator

All Things Must Pass

George Harrison

3/5

All Things Must Pass by George Harrison sounds like he got space from the Beatles, the album wander around a bit I’ve never listened to this before, researching a bit about the album, I realised it came out in 1970 (the year I was born), as a triple LP, and was No.1 in the UK for 8 weeks, so was massive. It was pretty progressive for 1970 so I appreciate the sound and creativity of it. Favourite track has to be My Sweet Lord, might predictable but it was is a great single, iconic song, I love it. I don’t love every track. I felt there was honesty and listened to a few of the tracks a couple of times after my initial listen. 3.5 out of 5 for me

Cloud Nine

The Temptations

3/5

Cloud Nine sounds different to what I expected from them. It is darker and a bit rougher, but I like that. It feels like they were trying something new and not playing it safe.

My Generation

The Who

3/5

Great album lyric content? however for its time good

C'est Chic

CHIC

3/5

C’est Chic is just a really enjoyable record. It sounds clean, confident, and effortless. Nothing feels rushed or overdone. The grooves are tight and everything feels funky. I like how relaxed it feels while still being sharp. I put it on and let it run without thinking too much about it. It is stylish, fun, and ahead of its time

Abbey Road

Beatles

4/5

Abbey Road feels like a band that knew what they were doing by this point. When I listen to it, it just sounds confident and settled. Nothing feels messy or rushed. I like how easy it is to listen to. The songs are strong, and the second half really sticks together in a way that still feels satisfying. It feels thought through, even if I cannot always explain why. For me, it sounds like a great band in a great era, finishing on a high.

At San Quentin

Johnny Cash

4/5

Love it !! …. At San Quentin held my attention from the start, I was excited by this choice. I like live albums and this one feels direct and unpolished in a way I enjoy. I did not really know what to expect, but I stayed with it. I like hearing the reactions and the atmosphere. It sounds real. Cash sounds comfortable being there and that comes through. It is not slick and I would not want it to be. I enjoyed it because it feels honest and present. 4 stars 😊

Songs Of Love And Hate

Leonard Cohen

3/5

This is not really my thing. I can hear the quality in the lyrics and the songwriting, and I get why people rate it, but I find it a bit dreary to sit with for too long. I respect the creativity. I just do not enjoy spending much time in that mood.

Speakerboxxx/The Love Below

OutKast

3/5

This was a better listen than I expected. I went in a bit sceptical and did not think it would land the same now. It is uneven, but there is enough here to keep me listening. I still cannot stand Hey Ya!, which puts me on the back foot straight away. Once I get past that, there is more going on than I remembered. Different moods, ideas, and some tracks that age better than I thought. Not something I love, but a solid listen. Better than I gave it credit for.

Getz/Gilberto

Stan Getz

3/5

Great chilled album loved the arrangements and mix of tempp

Brilliant Corners

Thelonious Monk

3/5

Differed listening experience for me, I could listen to this in a bar not my go to, although obviously skilled musicians

Chocolate Starfish And The Hot Dog Flavored Water

Limp Bizkit

4/5

I went in knowing exactly what it was going to be, and that is pretty much what I got. I do not love it, but I do not hate it either. Some of it is daft and over the top, and some tracks have a bit of punch. A lot of it might feel dated now, but I loved many of the singles at the time. I enjoyed a few moments, then had enough.

Brown Sugar

D'Angelo

2/5

Not my usual listen. I played it on out of curiosity more than anything. What I hear is a relaxed, smooth album that takes its time. The playing is good and the groove is obvious, even if it is not always grabbing me. I respect what it is doing more than I love listening to it. Glad I heard it. Not one I would reach for often.

American IV: The Man Comes Around

Johnny Cash

3/5

Fragile

Yes

2/5

Interesting listen, not really for me but I gave it go

Bone Machine

Tom Waits

2/5

Strange Cargo III

William Orbit

4/5

Strange Cargo III is very much one of my things. I love electronic nusic, William Orbit and this album just clicks with me. It feels open, melodic, and easy to sit with … very relaxing and chilled vibe. Listening now, I can hear straight away how it fed into Ray of Light and plenty of other artists. The space, the textures, the confidence to keep things simple. It makes a lot of sense. Four stars.

Darkness on the Edge of Town

Bruce Springsteen

3/5

Darkness on the Edge of Town took a bit of time with me. It is not flashy and it does not grab you straight away, but it grew on me as it went on. I like how stripped back it feels compared to his bigger records. It sounds more serious and grounded. Songs like Badlands and Racing in the Street carry real weight without overdoing it. Not my first Springsteen choice, but I get why people rate it. It feels honest and hard-earned.

I Against I

Bad Brains

2/5

Cupid & Psyche 85

Scritti Politti

4/5

Definitely Maybe

Oasis

5/5

Definitely Maybe is one of those albums I never really question and love! From the first track it feels confident, loud, and full of belief and cockiness … great album !! Big guitars, big tunes, big attitude, no messing about. It sounds hungry and unapologetic, and that energy still comes through every time I play it. For me, this is Oasis at their best. Raw, exciting, and full of intent and Manchester swagger. Five stars.

Juju

Siouxsie And The Banshees

4/5

Juju really worked for me. It feels progressive for its time, rooted in punk but clearly moving into something darker and more alternative. I loved the atmosphere and how confident it sounds as a full album. A strong 1980s listen that still feels sharp and interesting. 4 stars

1977

Ash

3/5

Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1

George Michael

4/5

Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1 surprised me. I listened without expectations and heard a quieter, more serious side of him. Less pop, more restraint. It feels thoughtful and grown up. Not flashy, but confident in a different way. I enjoyed it more than I thought I would.

Red Headed Stranger

Willie Nelson

3/5

The Hissing Of Summer Lawns

Joni Mitchell

3/5

Dance Mania

Tito Puente

2/5

Rubber Soul

Beatles

4/5

Rubber Soul held my attention. I am not usually a Beatles fan and have always preferred the Rolling Stones, but this is a good record. It feels more consistent and focused than I expected. I stayed with it all the way through, which says a lot for me. Good stuff !! Four stars.

Pink Moon

Nick Drake

2/5

Heartattack And Vine

Tom Waits

2/5

This Is Fats Domino

Fats Domino

2/5

The Queen Is Dead

The Smiths

4/5

The Queen Is Dead held my attention more than I expected. It is sharp, confident, and full of character. I do not love every moment, but I respect how consistent it feels. The playing is tight and the mood is clear from start to finish. It knows exactly what it is. Four sta

Funeral

Arcade Fire

2/5

Who's Next

The Who

2/5

Djam Leelii

Baaba Maal

2/5

A Wizard, A True Star

Todd Rundgren

2/5

Unhalfbricking

Fairport Convention

2/5

The Cars

3/5

Chelsea Girl

Nico

2/5

Bringing It All Back Home

Bob Dylan

2/5

Introducing The Hardline According To Terence Trent D'Arby

Terence Trent D'Arby

4/5

Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D’Arby was better than I thought it would be. I did not expect to enjoy it as much as I did. It feels bold and full of self belief. Some of it is very 80s, but the voice pulls it through. I stayed with it. Four stars.

Soul Mining

The The

3/5

The Man Who

Travis

3/5

Parachutes

Coldplay

3/5

Kings Of The Wild Frontier

Adam & The Ants

1/5

Africa Brasil

Jorge Ben Jor

1/5

Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band

Beatles

3/5

Back to Mystery City

Hanoi Rocks

1/5

Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite

Maxwell

2/5

Here Are the Sonics

The Sonics

2/5

Queens of the Stone Age

Queens Of The Stone Age

2/5

Imagine

John Lennon

2/5

Kid A

Radiohead

3/5

Doggystyle

Snoop Dogg

2/5

Dog Man Star

Suede

2/5

Dare!

The Human League

4/5

Moving Pictures

Rush

2/5

Dummy

Portishead

2/5

Franz Ferdinand

3/5

Pretenders

3/5

The Velvet Underground

2/5

Trio

Dolly Parton

1/5

Behaviour

Pet Shop Boys

2/5

Blonde On Blonde

Bob Dylan

2/5

Wild Is The Wind

Nina Simone

2/5

Picture Book

Simply Red

3/5

Remedy

Basement Jaxx

2/5

Fred Neil

2/5

A Hard Day's Night

Beatles

1/5

Treasure

Cocteau Twins

3/5

In Rainbows

Radiohead

2/5

Play

Moby

4/5

Stardust

Willie Nelson

2/5

The Idiot

Iggy Pop

2/5

Beauty And The Beat

The Go-Go's

2/5

Ogden's Nut Gone Flake

Small Faces

2/5

Bat Out Of Hell

Meat Loaf

5/5

Bat Out of Hell is completely my thing. I loved it. Big, dramatic, and full on, but it never loses me. It held my attention all the way through. I just enjoyed it for what it is. Five stars.

Public Image: First Issue

Public Image Ltd.

2/5

Electric Ladyland

Jimi Hendrix

3/5

Abattoir Blues / The Lyre of Orpheus

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds

2/5

Crazysexycool

TLC

2/5

Ragged Glory

Neil Young & Crazy Horse

2/5

Trafalgar

Bee Gees

1/5

Beggars Banquet

The Rolling Stones

2/5

At Newport 1960

Muddy Waters

2/5

Shleep

Robert Wyatt

2/5

Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul

Otis Redding

2/5

good kid, m.A.A.d city

Kendrick Lamar

2/5

I’m a Lonesome Fugitive

Merle Haggard

2/5

Born To Be With You

Dion

2/5

Diamond Life

Sade

4/5

Fishscale

Ghostface Killah

1/5

Grace

Jeff Buckley

2/5

John Barleycorn Must Die

Traffic

2/5

Live / Dead

Grateful Dead

2/5

All Directions

The Temptations

2/5

Pyromania

Def Leppard

4/5

To Pimp A Butterfly

Kendrick Lamar

1/5

Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols

Sex Pistols

3/5

Tragic Songs of Life

The Louvin Brothers

1/5

Black Monk Time

The Monks

1/5

Shalimar

Rahul Dev Burman

2/5

Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music

Ray Charles

3/5

Like A Prayer

Madonna

5/5

Like a Prayer is excellent 80s music. For me, it feels like Madonna getting the balance right between massive pop songs and something more personal. It sounds confident all the way through. This album has the classics like … Like a Prayer, Express Yourself, Cherish, and Keep It Together, there is a lot to enjoy here. There is even the quirky Love Song featuring Prince, which somehow fits the album’s personality. I think it is a great album to end the 80s with from one of the true pop legends. Five stars.

Fear Of A Black Planet

Public Enemy

3/5

When I Was Born For The 7th Time

Cornershop

2/5

Moby Grape

2/5

Bridge Over Troubled Water

Simon & Garfunkel

3/5

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