Pinkerton needs no introduction. It's the polar opposite of Blue in almost all the right ways. It takes the clean, acoustic-electric sound of its predecessor and swaps it with a messy, guitar pedal-fueled jam that grips you from the very first note and doesn't let go until the end. If you don't like feedback that makes your speaker sound like it's on the verge of exploding, this isn't the record for you. But I love it. The bass and drums are a huge step up from Blue. Matt Sharp's tone is ... read more

The Blue Album is as close to perfect as a record can get. It's filled to the brim with personality, humor, and hooks. Every track feels fresh and unique even after the 100th listen, as they're overflowing with creatively catchy riffs and quips. The electric guitar and bass tones are excellent and the drums are loud and punchy with a very satisfying snare sound. This early iteration of Weezer is eclectic and electric, and although they've come close, the band has never managed to recapture the ... read more