When I think of one-of-a-kind albums, the first that comes to mind is Deathconsciousness. Whether Have a Nice Life meant to make the most emotional piece of media I've ever consumed or not, every single track on this album makes me almost disassociate. The first time I heard it, I threw it on in the background, but it quickly became my center of attention. By the end I felt like I had been whacked over the head by the most raw, crushing sounds of despair and existentialism ever produced. It's ... read more
Illinois doesn't just do everything right, it does everything flawlessly. Sufjan manages to take all the best elements of Michigan and improves them to make a more emotional, concise album. If you're not too busy being blown away by the elegant instrumentals or passionate vocals, you'll find layers of depth to dissect in the lyricism, the history, and the overarching themes of Illinois. An essential.
Favorite tracks: Come On! Feel the Illinoise!, John Wayne Gacy Jr., Chicago, Casimir Pulaski ... read more
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While Blackstar does have the incredible songwriting that Bowie never lets up on, this is far from his best work. Sprinkled in with the good tracks are some of his weakest vocal performances and some of his most bland tracks, such as "I Can't Give Everything Away" and "Dollar Days". While I do still recommend this album, it is far from perfect.
It's so easy to write Pure Comedy off as "privileged white guy complains about society", but it really goes much deeper than that. It's theatrical, it's inventive, it has perfect production, and the themes it tackles are genuinely important. The psychedelic, orchestral instrumentals fit perfectly with this albums bleak lyricism and vocals. Sure it may be filled with sour sarcasm, but that is the character Father John Misty is trying to play. The commentary on the modern persons ... read more
I first heard this album around 3 years ago. When I heard it, I loved it, and it quickly became my favorite album ever made. 3 years later, that remains unchanged.
It really show's Toledo's greatest gifts as an artist, his cynicism, his wit, and his detailed songwriting that perfectly encapsulates teenage heartache. This is one of the only albums ever that I'd call a perfect 100/100.
I could go on about just about every track on here, but the epic, sprawling, 13-minute long second track, ... read more
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