An indie pop record well ahead of its time, all while being quintessentially McCartney.
My Pick - 'Ram On'
Favorites - 'Too Many People', 'Dear Boy', 'Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey', 'Monkberry Moon Delight'
Least Favorites - 'Eat At Home', 'Long Haired Lady, 'Heart Of The Country', 'Ram On (Reprise)'
Technical feats and historical relevance aside, the album is extremely fun - which is arguably the most ... read more
I thoroughly enjoyed the varied song styles. There are downers and there are uppers that fascinate with equal potency.
Favorites - 'I Had A Dream She Took My Hand', 'Trying Times', 'Days Go By', 'Rest Of Your Life'
Least Favorites - 'Didn't Come To Argue', 'Obsession'
I quite liked his vocal deliveries. They came across clear and warm. I also loved the production and the sprinkling in of dance music here and there that woke the ... read more
Jethro Tull are tasked with making an album with two songs, each 30 minutes - and they actually make it accessible.
Favorite - Thick As A Brick Pt. 1
It kicks off with one of their most iconic and recognizable moments in their entire canon and the action doesn't let up until the halfway intermission. For a prog-rock album, it is fairly digestible despite the intimidating track lengths. They offer catchy, intense, whimsical, and most importantly, interesting moments the entire way ... read more
A beautiful, sprawling, and singular album.
Favorites - 'La Perla', 'Sauvignon Blanc'
Least Favorites - 'Berghain"
It feels like tradition and modernity merging into one, with classical Spanish vocals and varied orchestral arrangements to fit each movement perfectly. I don't think I've heard an album so timeless as of late.
This is definitely worth a re-listen to capture everything. I feel like a single listen didn't do it justice. I found ... read more