#982 The Icarus Line – Penance Soiree

Another band in the long line of bands that I have never heard of is The Icarus Line. I guess post-hardcore is not a genre that I have listened to much. They released their second album Penance Soiree is 2004. This was the last album to feature co-founder and guitarist Aaron North. He suffered a […]

#981 Brian Wilson – Smile

Brian Wilson is another name I did not expect to see return to this list. He was on the list in the 60s with The Beach Boys. I read about the album Brian Wilson Presents Smile and it is actually an album from the 60s, but he never released it. Wilson had a drug-induced mental […]

#980 Mylo – Destroy Rock & Roll

Who is Mylo? There is not much about him on Wikipedia. He seems to be a one hit wonder who kind of vanished. Destroy Rock & Roll is the Scottish DJ’s debut album. I have never heard of him nor his music, but I do like some good house music. Hopefully it will be good. […]

#979 Björk – Medúlla

First Morrissey returned to the 1001 Albums list—and now Björk follows. She hasn’t been gone long, but I had started to wonder if her window to make an impact had passed. Her 2004 album Medúlla proved otherwise. My favourite track might be “Desired Constellation”—it’s so quiet and deeply melancholic. I also enjoyed “Show Me Forgiveness,” […]

#978 Morrissey – You Are the Quarry

I did not expect Morrissey to return to the list in the 2000s, but here we are. I remember 2004s You Are the Quarry from Morrissey. I actually remember liking it. It was Morrissey’s first album in seven years. Many considered it a return for Morrissey after his last album Maladjusted disappointed fans and critics. […]

#976 & 977 Rufus Wainwright – Want One & Want Two

I have heard of Rufus Wainwright, but I am not sure where. I do not think I know of his music. Want One is his third studio album and Want Two is his fourth. It was supposed to be a double album, but it was released as two albums a year apart. Eventually they were […]

#975 Scissor Sisters – Scissor Sisters

Scissor Sisters eponymous debut album was released in 2004. It was the best selling album in the U.K. that year. I have heard some of their music, but I have not heard this album at all. In 2006, it was named the top gay album of all time, but I am confused. How can an […]

#974 Lightning Bolt – Wonderful Rainbow

Lightning Bolt released their most listener friendly album Wonderful Rainbow in 2003. I am not sure if I have ever heard noise rock, but I am curious to hear it. 1001 Albums… describes it as “a mix of sheer abuse and welcome diversity, for a truly challenging listening experience”. I am not sure what they […]

#973 The Mars Volta – De-loused at the Crematorium

I have heard of The Mars Volta, but I cannot recall hearing any of their music. They released their debut progressive rock album De-loused at the Crematorium in 2003. Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea played on most of the songs after the band’s bassist left. Almost all of the lyrics are written by Cedric […]

#972 50 Cent – Get Rich or Die Tryin’

50 Cent. I remember his name, but I have not heard about him in years. I was not a fan, but only since his creates rap. Get Rich or Die Tryin’ is his 2003 debut album, which has about a 1000 producers including Eminem, who signed him to his label Shady. 50 Cent is more […]