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An album with classic rock, metal, psychedelia, shoegaze, and grunge elements, I initially though Siamese Dream would be scattered and all-over-the-place. However, that is far from the case. This album is incredibly consistent, incredibly unique, and incredibly quality. When there's like 6-7 tracks competing for my top 3 on the album, it speaks to the pure ability the Smashing Pumpkins had back in the 90s. I also appreciate how diverse this album is. As I stated earlier, there are ... read more

In Utero is a big example of a "grower album" to me. It's a layered, deep, complex, noisy, and raw album. It took a few listens for me to click with it. But when I did, I realized just how amazing this project is, and how perfect of a follow-up it was to Nevermind. The production and instrumentation on this album give it such a fresh (and abrasive) feel, even in the scope of grunge/noise-rock. I also really love the lyricism on In Utero. I'm more of a music-first person, but ... read more

The Glow Pt. 2 is the perfect use of the album format to me. It's a fragmented experience, where each song feels like its own separate event but playing up to a loose narrative of a break-up. At its best, The Glow Pt. 2 is really like no other album. The first three/four tracks get so so much appreciation, but honestly its justified. The rest of the album is also really good, too. It's definitely inconsistent at times, but if anything, I could argue it just enhances the experience. I ... read more

Ziggy Stardust is an unforgettable album. It's really a project I feel like nobody other than Bowie himself could execute to such perfection. I'm not really a glam rock fan, but this album is literally impossible to dislike or even think is just "okay". Every track is brimming with creativity and energy. I also really like the themes on this project - fame, ego, identity, love, etc. I think every track has its own standout motifs or moments. My only real complaint is that I ... read more