This album was very underrated!
937727
People have paid way too much attention to her eccentric dress & controversial antics, they've forgotten to pay attention to her album. Miley & her antics are partly to blame for that yes, but even still. It could be worse. Bangerz is honestly a very good "coming-of-age" type album. She has actually grown vocally & lyrically. Covering topics from love, lust to simply hanging out with her friends. I really wished her team would focus more on the album instead of her antics. This record had a lot of potential chart toppers up there. My favorites being; "Wrecking Ball", "Do My Thang","My Darling Feat. Future","Drive","Maybe You're Right","Someone Else","Rooting For My Baby", We Can't Stop" & "Maybe You're Right". It had the potential to be WAY more than it was!
2398192
Hey,

I really loved this album. My older brother purchased it for me for Christmas and it was splendid! The intro is really amazing and I loved the way it ended. Of course, there are songs on there that I'm not in love with such as "Fire We Make" and "Listen to Your Heart". I will say though, even though a lot of people didn't like the Nicki Minaj part, I found it interesting and I think it added a nice twist to the album. The introduction, "De Novo Adagio" is beautiful and I think my favorite part of the entire album. Me, being a pianist myself, really appreciated the beautiful intro.

"Brand New Me" is a really nice song with really nice lyrics. I love the piano and the music in the song and overall, it's a really meaningful song.

"When It's All Over" is a weird song. I mean, the tune and the music don't exactly match up so perfectly and I don't think anyone will love the song at first, but I grew to like the song very much and I love the ending with Keys' daughter. It's super cute!!!

"Listen to Your Heart" is a nice song at first, but it gets a little cliche. It has a nice message but after a while, you don't want to listen to it anymore. If anyone asks, I like the song. But I wouldn't listen to it 5 times in a row, for sure. The verses are cool but I'm really not that big of a fan of the the chorus which is a really important part of a song.

"New Day" is a wonderful song and one of the best songs. It reminds me of a reggae "Empire State of Mind", in a way. May I add, that I like how she had touches or reggae roots in this album. It really spiced it up and I love how there are some definite party songs on this album. And this one is one of them. It really makes you want to dance.

"Girl on Fire" is a really nice song. The vocals are fantastic and the background singers did a really nice job as well. I can't complain about the song. I don't think Nicki ruined the song at all. I still love her verses. I mean, I prefer the first verse in the beginning instead of the second towards the middle ending of the song. She didn't have to have two, but overall, it's a really nice song to listen to. No hate on Nicki! :)

"Fire We Make" is a slow seductive sexy song that you listen to with your partner. Me, being single, couldn't really relate to the song and since it had Maxwell, it reminded me of older R&B. I'm not talking about 80s. I'm talking about 90's and early 2000's. I have no hate towards the song, but I'm not a big fan of this one. Still, the vocals are really good for this song. Maxwell was a good artist to add for the song.

"Tears Always Win" is a very nice song. The lyrics are so very meaningful and they're very nice. I love the harmony in this song and I often times catch myself singing this beautiful song. It's a great song in the album. Not one of my favorites, but a good song.

"Not Even the King" is a very good song. It reminds me of another Keys song from the mid 2000's, I believe. "If I Ain't Got You" is the song it reminds me of and both songs are really beautiful. I'm loved Keys from the start and she's one of my favorite artists. :)

"That's When I Knew" is a very soft song that makes me really happy to listen to because it's so relate-able and sweet and kind. It reminds me of soft colors and happiness. I think of Spring when I think of this song and it's a really adorable song.

"Limitedless" is most definitely one of my favorite songs on the enitre album. I loved it so much. I love the beat and how it makes you want to sing and dance and be silly. Although, I would recommend it for a party, it is a love song and it has very cute lyrics.

"One Thing" is like most others. It's a really adorable song with beautiful music and beautiful lyrics. No complaints what-so-ever.

"101" was the perfect way to end the album. It's a really soft beautiful song with a really nice tune and melody. The piano is so good! My goodness! Yes! I'm in love with the way they ended the song. It's so beautiful and it reminds me of a part in "Brand New Me". Hallelujah to Alicia Keys for making such a good album! :)
4847948
Great album, definitely one of their best.  It might be my favorite, but I don't know.  This is such an underrated and under...known band.  They are currently my favorite band, and I don't really have favorite bands.  The emotion they put into their music is really refreshing.  Definitely check them out if you like any kind of heavy music, or even music in general.
2015473
Its a great album! I was skeptical at first because of the new singer, but its so good! Has a new unique sound compared to the older albums so may not be for everyone, but i really enjoyed it!
1418305
Almost 3 years ago, Rolling Stone reviewed this album and gave it 2 stars out of a possible 5.  Today it was announced by no other than Rolling Stone that this is the most underated album of the decade.  Finally some validation for The Killers.

If you slept on this album to begin with because every music publication was trashing it, please let this be a notice to go pick it up.

If you listened to the album once and said "this doesn't sound like Hot Fuss", please let this be a notice to start listening to this album again.
1333867
Bee thousand will go down as one of the best and most underrated album in the last 30 yrs. Good things come to those who wait!
1379785
After listening to EMFs opening Album I was expecting the usual second album syndrome where the band drifted into mediocrity after a half baked Album which pretty much rehashed the first. While this album never reached the dizzy heights of "Schubert Dip" in terms of chart success , it is a far more accomplished album in terms of eclectic musical artisrty. While their first album was a more pop orientated effort, this album cements their musical credentials as a solid synth rock alternative (right description?) to the British drab alternatives at the time.
Give it a listen and see how it makes you feel . This is mood music - don't expect a blast of hip happy B-52 type music. Even though the emotion portayed by the allegory of music seems more hard edged than previous works its still has a strangely uplifting feel to it. Get a copy and message me if you like it.

A VERY VERY UNDERATED ALBUM!!!!
2866691
I heard "You're Not Alone" and "Voices" all over the internet and the radio, and immediately fell in love with the band. However, while there were some impressive songs on this album, there weren't enough of them. The album fell short of my expectations by seemingly throwing a handful of good-but-not-great songs in between a few instant hits. Though it may not be an instant classic in my eyes, I suggest purchasing the album anyhow. It's worth the listen. My personal favorites included  "It's Far Better to Learn" , "Voices", and "You're Not Alone".

My grade distribution/break-down is as follows:

1. It s Far Better to Learn  5/5
2. Sleepers  3/5
3. It s So Simple  3/5
4. Voices  5/5
5. Finding Home  2/5
6. Follow And Feel  3/5
7. Come Close  4/5
8. I Never Wanted To  4/5
9. Collapse  3/5
10. You re Not Alone  5/5
11. Bury Your Head  3/5
12. Some Sense Of Security  2/5

Overall Grade: 42/60  ~3.5 stars
4542702
This is a great album by an under rated band. The first half of the album is mindblowing. My only dislikes are a few of the songs after the halfway mark (Benjamin, Tijuana) they can get kind of boring. But the band is really great, they are very talented musicians and songwriters and the singer has a great voice. It would be really nice if they could become more well known. Definetly worth buying!
2512174
this album right here is by far a classic, he really stepped his game up brought it back like it was the 90's not production wise but the way he flowed. this album really surprised me because i thought it was gonna be another like water for chocolate album, which was horrible, anyways he really stepped his game up, when i saw the video for the corner that just told me this album is gonna be the sh*t.then i was right cause you can listen to this album without skipping a track which is very rare these days, standout tracks are Be (Intro),The Corner,Love Is..., and finally Chi-City, kanye really surprised me with these beats cause he didn't make beats that good since talib kweli's quality album. chi city should've been on the ressurection album it fits there but the drums u would have to change like put primo's signature drums or pete rocks.recommended.
2764814
I picked this album up the other day just out of curiosity and to be honest I thought it would be mediocre at best.  Wow, I was way wrong.  This album kicks some serious butt.  Blaze's voice matches much better with this band then it ever did with Maiden.  All the tracks are worth listening too (how many albums can you say that about?). You absolutely have to check out the 4'th track (born as a stranger).  This track rips, excellent main riff with lots of shifts and a great vocal line.  This album starts out strong and gets stronger as it progresses.  Perhaps the biggest compliment I can give is I really didn't like Blaze prior to this album.  Consider me a convert! UP THE IRONS!
3181089
Obviously it's an underrated one in general. Some people love it I'm sure but I've heard many people say they don't care for this album on Amazon. Honestly, I don't know why. There are a bunch of uptempos and most of them are fun. The best thing about this album however is its ballads (and don't worry -- if that's your thing -- there are plenty!). "When We Oooo", "China Love", "Truth" and "Feels So Right" are all good slower paced songs. The singles are all fun here too. The first single "All For You" is nice but I've slightly outgrown it. "Son Of A Gun" and most definitely the summertime jam "Someone To Call My Lover" (which I've loved since first listen (Remember Janet by the jukebox in the video? Aww...TRL memories...)) were clearly better and stronger records. I've also felt strongly about "Doesn't Really Matter" which is soft and sentimental in nature. "Someone To Call My Lover" is probably my favorite track off the album for various reasons. It's just always been one of those carefree tunes that out of all my friends at the time it was me who liked it and me alone. "Better Days" one of the last songs on the album is really noteworthy also. It's a midtempo about feeling sad and lost in life in the past but wanting to let that go and make some changes. I think it should be made clear that the ending vocals are very inspiring and angelic. I love it!

While there are a few fillers this album is still capable of striking up many moods. I just love the ballads! All in all, something to delve into and in my opinion it might be Janet's last good album as a whole.

4.2 stars.
3103608
'Be here now' in my opinion is so underrated, everyone knew it wasn't going to top the success of 'morning glory', but what album could?? it was a tough act to follow! anyway enough of saying how good 'morning glory' is, 'Be here now' for me, on its own is a brilliant album, from start to finish their is only one song i skip(not saying which one), songs like 'i hope,i think,i know', 'dont go away' and 'be here now' could all of made really good singles. theirs alot of ppl who slate this album and say it was to rushed, which is aload of rubbish i reckon! any one from a hardcore oasis fan to just a steady fan should think about purchasing it!
1157546
I've listened to this album several times and can't believe it didn't get more recognition.  Of course the playing is amazing, but the album really covers all different kinds of music.  Ahead of it's time, couldn't have had any play time or promotion. It should have been a big seller at the time it was released originally! I'm really glad I was able to get it! Thanks Amazon!!
2477569
It boggles my mind sometimes how underrated this album is. It doesn't have as many commercially big hits as past albums, and it is certainly differant from other alice in chains cd, however in itself it is a truly great album.
Like all of my favorite albums, it is an album in entirety. You can, and should listen to it the whole way through, as you can gain so much more through listening to the entire cd than merely a song or two. If many of the songs on this album were released with the other AiC albums they would have faltered, but with the dark moody style of this cd they mold together into a really great music experience.
This cd as a whole is emotional, hard and grungy yet musically firm, and both lyrically and in regards to sound truly a great album.
If you can come at this album without wanting or expecting what you recieved from "dirt", I strongly urge you to buy it.
3292591
I was surprised to see that this album was rated at just 2 stars. I found this compilation to be one of the best. Smokey teased us with OOh Baby Baby, and Tears Of A Clown only to finish us off with A Fork In The Road. I love this rendition and the way that Smokeys' voice is just a little different from the way that it sounds in some of his other albums. I give this two thumbs up without a doubt!
4232118
Unholy Terror was an album I always overlooked thanks to the likes of Dying For The World (which I found amazing) so when I started listening to this album I was expecting a lesser performance. I was wrong. "Let It Roar" starts off this album. Its energetic, its fun, its catchy, and decently heavy. A good track to get this one started. "Hate To Love Me" When I first saw the title I thought, "Crap another ballad to go with Forever Free, Hold On To My Heart, ect ect" I was wrong this track rocks and is NOT a ballad. The lyrics are cathcy, you will be singing along after awhile. Third track and the one that suprised me at first "Locomotive Man" Blackie's voice portrays the lack of light and the torment this song gives off. Its a great track and catchy just like the first few tracks. "Unholy Terror" builds up the whole time with Blackie finishing saying "I am, I am" Sets the tone for "Charisma" Right from the start the guitars are a little distorted (I'm okay with that they go well with this song.) Blackie hits notes I don't think ANYONE will ever duplicate. This track is a stroke of genius both lyrically, symbolically, and vocally. Even though it is slow paced and the drumming is kept simple, Blackie controls this song. Next is "Who Slayed Baby Jane?" A total throw back to the old shock rock days of W.A.S.P. The lyrics are dark, shocking, demented, and great!! You will sing to this even against your will. Its energetic, catchy, and in a strange way...its fun. "Euphoria" One of their best instrumentals in my opinion. Its full of sorrow and seclusion. A great track. "Raven Heart" Blackie hits his highest notes here. One of the best tracks off the album and stacks up with their bests. The double bass is a nice addition as well. "Evermore" The only ballad on the album. Not as famous as their other stuff, to me its annoying because I have a bad taste after hearing ballads. But "Wasted White Boys" A throwback to Helldorado. Not a big fan of this track as well. In conclusion, this album could have gone out with a bang but the last two tracks sort of cause it to fizzle out just as it was about to explode after "Raven Heart"

Overall, Unholy Terror is a good album from a band with a lot of greats. That being said, I believe it combines the best of both bands. The WASP before "The Headless Children" was released. And the WASP after that. Lyrically on a few tracks "Who Slayed Baby Jane? Let It Roar, and Wasted White Boys" throwback to the days of old. But the tracks like "Locomotive Man, Charisma, and Hate To Love Me" take a more symbolic and mature outlook on the songs. Unholy Terror is a must have, but only after you check the classics.