iPod DJ Vol. 1

So here's the deal: there's been a lot of talk lately in the blogosphere about classic albums, love/hate relationships with artists etc.

For a bit of fun I thought that at times when I have nothing interesting to say (don't, alright... just don't!) that maybe what I'd do is hit shuffle on my iPod and see which album comes up. I'll then post a quick review here. The basic idea is that it'll give folks some clue as to the variety of stuff I listen to.

With luck, the albums that the iPod DJ picks will be ones that I'm proud to own. Trust me, there are several on there that I don't want anyone to know about!

Okay, spin the wheel... round and round she goes... where she stops... AH! GOOD! NOT A LEMON! [phew]

Album: Sound As Ever
Artist: You Am I
Year: 1993
Rating: 4/5



This one is Australian rockers You Am I's debut album. It was recorded at the same studio as Nirvana's "In Utero", at around the same time. It's raw-edged punky grunge with great vocals and overdriven crunchy guitar. In my opinion the band went a bit too melodic-rock after this one, but "Sound As Ever" stands as a testament to what a great sound you can get using relatively simple musical ideas.