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The bass really stood out along with all the string parts. Nice instrumentals but it did not draw me in like I hoped that it would.

How do you top a debut album like this? The perfect vibes throughout, I remember finding this album in elementary school and it has a special place for me.

I really like this one, better than Golden Hour (which was also great)! Great voice and some great standout tracks, and the vibe over the whole album works together and is fun to listen to.

What an incredible debut album! How do I only pick three favorite tracks? My favorite band of all time and this is where it all started. Just saw them live (again) and the songs from this record still rock hard 18 years later (Jackson Square actually came out in 2008). I love the album cover as well. This record is like an old friend.

I love the new single! It fits right in with their body of work and it is great live! I can see it living in their setlist as a staple for years to come.

First off, I saw him live years ago and it was a great show! There are some killer singles off this album, half of the songs stand out to me. However, the other songs feel like filler and take away from the overall quality and cohesiveness of the record.

Great voice and and a fun album!

Here On Out is such a beautiful song. I also have a soft spot for Samurai Cop (Joy Begins). Dave Matthews Band always reminds me of the best mentor that I have ever had.

I listened to this after watching the documentary about this tour. It was so interesting to hear how he put the setlist together and how the band works as a team. I'm usually not into live albums but this one was great. I love the storytelling and heart that went into this project.

What an incredible voice! I would have loved to see him perform. This album is an incredible representation of his body of work, I could easily have picked 6 favorite songs. A fantastic, hard rocking listen!

I love the vibe of this album, I listened to it twice today. It reminds me of camping and road trips in the mountains. "Old Pine" is timeless and will be on my playlists for years to come.

A powerful album after a long hiatus! Timely and strong thematically as well as very catchy.

This one was in heavy rotation for me in high school and early university. It reminds me of my friend, Filip, who introduced me to this band. We saw them on the "Rage on the Stage Tour" back in 2017 at a small venue and they were awesome! I love the interplay between Brian's clean vocals and Eric's heavy vocals. The band hasn't been the same since Brian left.

My favorite album from them so far, though they are remarkably consistent! What a statement of an album following the backlash they got for speaking out against the US sending troops to Iraq. Unwavering to what they held true in spite of a huge backlash. I love how they address the hate they got and made a killer album to boot.

The first three tracks are hard to top! Got lost a little in the middle but I really like the album closer, "Top of the World".

Better than I remember it being, but still my least favorite of their albums so far.

Still fun and groovy, but not my top record by Mt. Joy.

I don't have the same emotional connection to this record as I do with their debut album, but this is still a great record! Laid back vibes and still rock hard. I would love to see them live.

Love this album! Chill , groovy and easy to listen to. Silver Lining will forever be one of my favorite songs of all time.

Another great album! Classic 2000's country that stands the test of time and still rocks today.

A great debut album! There is great emotional range throughout the album and the group plays so well together. They also put on a great show!

i really enjoy the tone and feel of Zach Bryan's music, but there is a tension between liking his art and liking him as a person for me. Interesting that he is putting out a memoir at age 30, seems a bit young. I am interested to see what comes next.

First off, I love the title. Classic Rise Against, uncompromisingly political to this day and fighting the good fight. A great, tight and cohesive album that rocks hard.

I love how consistent in tone this is with his other work. Not as good as the other two I have listened to, but the vibes are still there.

An album and a direction I didn't expect from Arkells! Laundry Pile is a breath of fresh air in its laid back, introspective and intimate vibe. This album is so beautiful and the lyrics are wonderful. Arkells have proven they can rock hard, but they can also strip it back and their music is just as good. I remember when they were rolling this album out they called fans, and Max called me and played a snippet of "Life Is" before it was released! I love how this band treats their fans. An easy 10/10 that has grown on me over time.

I love how everything fits so well together. The writing is strong throughout and the vibe and tone is cohesive. Not as many songs stand out as his debut record, but this is still a strong album no doubt. I have always appreciated that Hozier does not rush projects to put out music, his process and quality seem intentional.

Did not finish. Even one star feels generous right now. I listened to this (or tried to) because this guy I know has a "GO:OD AM" tattoo. And I like "Circles" by Mac Miller. The casual and deliberate misogyny was way too much. Would it kill you to stop degrading women? And please stop talking about your penis. Looked at a few other reviews and it seems like there is some substance in the record. For me it's just not accessible with all the braggadocio and misogyny layered on top. 1/10 and I won't listen again.

A gorgeous album. Elegant and clean.

What an incredible debut album! Hozier has an incredible voice full of soul. I love the intention behind the lyrics, simply gorgeous. A beautiful album.

What I love about Dermot Kennedy is how much emotion he pours into his singing. The vocals are so full and raw, yet still polished as a whole. His voce is compelling and draws you into the album. Nice note ending the album without instrumentals, stripping it back to just vocals. I will be coming back for more.

Such an interesting listen that I come back to. Also, it works great to plug in when writing essays for some reason. Heavy and yet filled with lighter parts, such a great juxtaposition. My favorite album by them easily.

Important work that tellls an important story.

I love how cohesive this album is from start to finish, with the radio interludes interspersed. A nice heavy listen. I will have to revisit this one.

A fun listen, lots of different cool sounds integrated in this album. Lots of groovy parts and a refreshing listen as it was not overly predictable in form.

I was not sure what to expect and maybe had my standards set too high. It was refreshing to listen to something almost purely instrumental for a change. I was feeling alright for most of the way through, but Pt. 4 Psalm sealed the deal for me.

Technically tight and concise, just not my favourite vibe.

What a strong album front to back! A classic.

This album has a grand feeling to it, it is huge in scope and sound. I also enjoyed the saxophone licks. Hot take, but I feel like the album is a bit bloated with some long tracks. Though I have to admit, I would have gone to see them back in the day if I was around.

Haunting vocals, will come back to this one at some point. Thanks for the recommendation, Devin!

More polished than his early work, but still a relaxing and enjoyable listen.

Songs of yearning, I love the tone and relaxed nature of this album. A beautiful listen.

A pleasant surprise to find something new that I really enjoyed, and will continue to explore over many relistens. Relaxing, haunting as someone as mentioned, and full of detail. 9/10 stars.

An incredible, soulful, haunting voice.

I'd dabble again. I love the bass in "All I Need".

I love "Green Light" (thanks Good Place) plus the vibe of the album.

Not much going for me besides the title track, which reminds me of my dad.

A nice, groovy listen. Thanks, Devin.

Needs another few listens to make a deeper opinion, but for now I like the guitar work.

Beautiful voice but the songs failed to hook me.

A work of art, a perfect album. Hits in the feels. I'll be listening to this forever. How do I only pick three tracks that stand out? I could pick half of the album easily. 10/10

A forgettable release, nothing stood out much. Happy to hear that Caleb came out though!

Good to see Caleb reach the surface, but much weaker than earlier works from Beartooth.

One from my youth. So many memories with some of these songs, plus the album as a whole is incredible. 10/10.

The album that got me into Arkells. So many bangers on this album. I mean, Leather Jacket alone is a song many bands wish they had in their catalogue. An old friend that I will listen to forever.

Beautiful, melancholy, and easy to listen to. I love the vibe of this album.

Raw, energetic, and totally catchy. Max Kerman told me this was one of his favourite albums of all time and I had to check it out!

Takes me back to high school. A high energy album that is fun to play loud and sing along with.

Chill, smooth, and relaxing. So far my favourite album by Mac Miller. Post-humous release adds deeper context to a lot of the lyrics.

Smooth, groovy, summery, while hitting lots of emotional notes too. A fun, beautiful album.

A no skip album from my favourite band - 20 years into their career! Arkells have still got it and continue to evolve and impress.

A near perfect album and a great continuation from the beauty the is Stick Season. I love the continuity with the "The Last Of The Bugs" reference in "The View Between Villages". I find the back half not quite as strong as the front, but that is me looking for things to critique. This album will be in my rotation for years to come. 9.5/10.

What a beautiful and cohesive album!