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This is currently my favourite album of all time. Written during a period of intense depression and suicidal thoughts following their first heartbreak, this is a beautifully raw insight into the mind of frontman Bennett Blumburgs's emotional state at what he calls the most vulnerable point of his life. The emotions that can be felt through these tracks are intense, with the soundscape creating a tidal wave of feeling that fully immerses you in how much pain and ... read more
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Agreed that it's not quite as captivating as their first album, but this is still a solid addition to their catalogue and a solid platform to continue to build from
There isn't necessarily a weak point here - it's pretty solid throughout - but despite the albums strength and how much I enjoyed several tracks I just felt like it really dragged on and lasted far longer than its listed 41 minute runtime!
A few weak moments bring this album back down to earth, but at its strongest this album is fun, energetic, and an absolute whale of a time to listen to. Personal standout tracks are I like Ur Look and Freak It
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All scores are based on first listen unless stated otherwise.
90+ = Stunning
80+ = Very Good/Great
70+ = Good
60+ = Ok / Meh
50+ = Below Average
40+ = Not Great
30+ = Bad
20+ = Really Bad
10+ = Awful
0+ = Shit
Open to suggestions, leave them in the shoutbox!
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| 100 | ||
| 90 - 99 | 104 | |
| 80 - 89 | 643 | |
| 70 - 79 | 708 | |
| 60 - 69 | 213 | |
| 50 - 59 | 63 | |
| 40 - 49 | 24 | |
| 30 - 39 | 4 | |
| 20 - 29 | 2 | |
| 10 - 19 | 3 | |
| 0 - 9 | 14 |
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A simple list of all the albums that I have rated 90 or higher - meaning that I think they are must-hear albums and something you should check out!
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Updated 2y ago
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Welcome to The Shitty Series!
Here I'll be subjecting myself to the absolute worst albums that AOTY has to offer. Not sure how regular it will be as I don't want to drive myself to ...
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