Is This It - The Strokes

Rating: 9/10

This album has a very defined upbeat and rocky vibe. I love Julian Casablancas's muffled distorted voice. The way they play using only downstrokes gives a very unique feel. This album and The Strokes in general just always give me good happy vibes. It seems they don't sing about anything downer.

Best Tracks:

1. The Modern Age 2. Hard To Explain 3. Last Nite 4. Someday 5. Is This It

Bleach - Nirvana

Rating: 10/10

I love this album. It's Nirvana's first, and least popular. But it is so underrated. Even early in Nirvana's career, Kurt Cobain had a defined vision. It's hard to explain what's so good about it, but I find it angry and liberating. Kind of like in a "dark humor" way. The chord melodies are simple and repetitive. I find all the songs catchy, fun, and badass. I really enjoy Nirvana's stuff from before they went pop, old demo recordings included.

Best Tracks:

1. School 2. Scoff 3. Swap Meet 4. Mr Moustache 5. Downer