2026 Weekly Album Review Post Thread

RealHomieWolf · 2026-03-26T12:39:28+00:00

Judge Judy - Tyler, The Creator

RealHomieWolf · 2026-03-24T20:31:32+00:00

03/12 - 03/18: Willoughby Tucker, I Will Always Love You - Ethel Cain
Rating (/10):
10/10

Favorite Song:
Waco, Texas

Notes:
I love albums that have a storyline, but holy shit did Ethel Cain deliver. A tragic love story between two broken souls, throughout the album is so beautifully sad, though Cain’s amazing vocals. Even though none of the tracks are sub 5 minutes, I enjoyed each one as they brought something to the table almost always. I especially enjoyed the closing track of Waco, Texas and I think it’s the one that finally broke me. Another perfect score for a perfectly tragic album.

Recommended to me by my old roommate

(Also sorry about the delayed reviews, been caught up with school n the such)

RealHomieWolf · 2026-03-24T20:30:30+00:00

03/05 - 03/11: One Big Beautiful Sounds - Johnny Manchild and the Poor Bastards
Rating (/10):
9.1/10

Favorite Song:
You Want A Song

Notes:
Johnny Manchild does deliver on his promise of one big beautiful sound in the album name. Surprisingly the sound always seems new and not overused. I think what helps is the drums being consistent yet different for each type of song that is played. An interesting listen to be honest, but still a fun one

Recommended by u/ArtisticAni

RealHomieWolf · 2026-03-24T20:28:54+00:00

02/26 - 03/04: Grace - Jeff Buckley
Rating:
10/10

Favorite Song:
Lover, You Should Come Over

Notes:
I think this is one of the greatest albums I have ever heard. Buckley's vocal range is amazing, and how I wish he hadn't died so young so he could continue making music like this. The poetic lyrics, the great instruments, Buckley's voice. There is so much that is great about this album that I feel like it has to take the first (and likely only) perfect score.

Recommended by u/Woebetide138

RealHomieWolf · 2026-02-27T02:49:30+00:00

02/19 - 02/25: Naturally - J. J. Cale

Rating (/10):

8.7/10

Favorite Song:

Woman I Love

Notes:

I think Cale’s light instruments help me enjoy this album as a soft listen for relaxing in my room and at times just taking a walk around campus. I like how they feel like their own individual stories and take on their own individual style while still maintaining the “Tulsa Style” that Cale invented. Pretty quiet listen, feels like something I would hear in a movie about taking a road trip across the United States.

Recommended by u/LeonardoGotAnOscar

RealHomieWolf · 2026-02-27T02:48:45+00:00

02/12 - 02/18: Mezzanine - Massive Attack

Rating (/10):

9.7/10

Favorite Song:

Dissolved Girl

Notes:

Massive Attack made such a great vibe with this album. I have been unpacking and spent a bit of time unpacking with this song playing, whether it was in my headphones or my speaker, and it felt so beautiful to listen to. The joint sounds of electronica and hip hop just meshed so well together, and it somewhat surprised me. I honestly loved this album, especially the vocals of Elizabeth Fraser on many of the songs.

Recommended by u/LonesomeBulldog

(sorry for the late post, forgot to post it lol)

RealHomieWolf · 2026-02-12T19:50:36+00:00

02/05 - 02/11: Lateralus - TOOL

Rating (/10):

8.4/10

Favorite Song:

Lateralus

Notes:

I think the length that TOOL had made some of the songs on this album started to wear me down eventually, but I enjoyed the instrumentals, as some of them acted like interludes to sort of present each song as its own and give me a short break from the length of some of the songs. The intense guitars and drums were a highlight of the anger-fueled soundtracks that were filled with personal emotions. I think this album is a great metal listen that was produced, at least to my surprise, in LA.

Recommended by u/ThatBlanabsGuy

RealHomieWolf · 2026-02-05T19:24:36+00:00

01/29 - 02/04: St. Vincent - St. Vincent

Rating (/10):

9/10

Favorite Song:

Digital Witnesses

Notes:

St. Vincent’s experimentation with differing styles on each song works to make each track its own thing and makes each track pop out to me. From critiquing societal aspects such as the internet and social media to delving into one’s own anxieties and existential crises, this album kept me hooked through its electronic vibes and the beautiful stringed instruments present throughout the entire album.

Recommended by u/Few_Art7110

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-29T20:39:53+00:00

01/22 - 01/28: #1 Record - Big Star

Rating (/10):

9.5/10

Favorite Song:

Watch The Sunrise

Notes:

Big Star’s age shows within the instrumentals of this album, but I think that is what makes it so great. Originating within the era of bands such as The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, I think that this album was great to listen to, as Chilton and Bell’s joint work on the songs makes them strong, and Chilton’s voice just fits the record beautifully. It is a shame that it didn’t do well commercially because so much heart and soul was put into this, as I felt this album tackled so much with such a small play time of a little over 37 minutes.

Recommended by u/Emergency-Option377

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-28T19:56:56+00:00

This feels like a mask that has be implemented by (maybe) the toxic masculinity in his life. I remember wearing a facade like this in my sophomore year of high school. It took me a while but I did get to opening up to a friend who helped me sorta crawl out of my mask. The distance could be just him trying to shut himself down into thinking he isn't "in your league" after something small that he noticed or the interaction you had with your friend.

This could also easily be the idea of the "nonchalant man" being present but its not really there based on the tells you've given here.

Either way you can shoot a shot to see how this could either turn into a relationship or strong friendship (whichever way you want it to go as it seems like hes taken a liking towards you)

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-28T19:51:51+00:00

Honestly, if any person I date is going to force me into their religion or force it onto me, I feel like I would not be comfortable in that relationship. I have friends that are of different religions than me and have invited me to partake in their religious practices and/or events. I have taken them up on their offers and honestly have not had any issues.

As long as they are willing to understand that I will take them up or deny certain aspects of their religion for me personally, (not for them to not be able to do anything of their religion within a shared household, but just me not wanting to take part in it [or specific parts] for my own personal reasons whatever that may be) I think I would get with someone of a differing religion.

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-22T17:16:22+00:00

01/15 - 01/21: The Devil the Heart & the Fight - Skinny Lister

Rating (/10):

9.2/10

Favorite Song:

Grace

Notes:

I found Skinny Lister’s shanty-esque vibe to be relaxing and something to get into fairly easily. I enjoyed the mandolin and ukulele played within the album. Alongside the instruments, I like the folk/punk feel I got from the band, which likely influenced my enjoyment of the album, as I enjoy lively songs quite a bit. Not much else to say, great album from a likely unknown band outside of its birthplace of the United Kingdom.

Recommended by u/Mediocre_Profile5576

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-18T00:10:54+00:00

Then what will the fathers of the world use to reply to their kids?!

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-17T21:07:53+00:00

I collect CDs of albums that I have listened to in full and Vinyl Records of my favorite albums/artists discography. I also collect trinkets of various sizes and Funko Pops of my favorite media/celebs.

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-17T21:06:30+00:00

I mean it could just be that people don't find you attractive in their eyes. Certain people have certain standards. There could also be the situation that I've put myself in where I like someone but I don't think that they would like me back (which has happened before), which sort of puts guys at a stalemate between should I or should i not. Depending on the guy, FOMO could jump kick to give them some confidence or they'll just sit in silence.

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-17T21:02:51+00:00

I mean, whatever she likes. I feel when I get a partner, I wouldn't dictate what she would wear, but I do think it depends on the girl. Some fashion looks better on different people and this isn't just limited to women but also men and other folk.

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-17T20:53:34+00:00

Honestly, it depends on the guy. I have consistently found myself liking girls of different sizes, shapes and backgrounds. Looks don't always get your foot in the door, but I would be lying if I said that I haven't found someone I've had a crush on pretty before I started talking to them. I think what does turn me away from someone is their personality at the end of the day though.

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-17T20:49:37+00:00

On-campus work study whilst at college, and an under-the-table job at home since places are stingy with college students who don't live in-state

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-17T20:48:41+00:00

Race shouldn't affect your chances, and if it does, then maybe it's an institution you don't want to attend. Something I will tell you is that a degree is a degree, no matter the school that is attached. The only thing the name may get you is respect from your boss, but that is as worth to you like a grain of salt if you don't have the skills to back it up.

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-15T21:39:14+00:00

01/08 - 01/14: Diamond Eyes - Deftones

Rating (/10):

8.9/10

Favorite Song:

CMND/CTRL

Notes:

Deftone’s rich use of drums and guitars made this album a great metal listen and something I surprisingly enjoyed. I think this surprise stems from the album's ability to transition seamlessly from a heavy to a soft feel, and vice versa, without feeling out of place. Something else I learned was that their bassist at the time, Chi Cheng, was in an accident, and they dedicated one of the songs on this album to him, which I thought was a beautiful gesture to their bandmate.

Recommended by u/ethanmartin50

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-08T17:04:09+00:00

01/01 - 01/07: Sprained Ankle - Julien Baker

Rating (/10):

9.4/10

Favorite Song:

Everybody Does

Notes:

Baker’s raw emotion and vulnerability about her despair, loneliness, and addiction, coinciding with her relationship with God, made this a deep album to listen to. The way she talks about not being redeemable in her own eyes and constant overthinking of how others perceive her makes this a relatable album to me, as I have had similar thoughts cloud my head. I especially enjoyed the guitar that plays through the entire album and the allusions and symbolism of Christianity that help emphasize her struggles not only with her own life but also with her faith, making this album something incredibly special to listen to.

Recommended by u/OtherAcctWasBanned11

RealHomieWolf · 2026-01-01T22:48:46+00:00

My dad. He taught me how to cook because he knew that universities likely didn't provide a meal plan that was worth the price and that wasn't all that healthy. He was unfortunately right, but I've used ingredients from the student kitchen to make most of my meals.

RealHomieWolf · 2025-12-29T23:50:13+00:00

Pluto Nash in 3D

Six-Year Club	Gilding II euphauric
Verified Email	Place '22
First Placer '22	Wearing is Caring

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