Utterly fantastic debut and one of the best albums of all time (and I still think that's an understatement!). Anytime I get a chance to introduce this LP to a new friend, my anticipation grows to enormous heights because I get to listen to it again, and each time I hear it, I feel as if I'm experiencing it for the first time as well. I think it's impossible not to get lost in this recording and it's world of sound and wonder.
This is truly a timeless sonic document of MAMMOTH proportions.
The Stone Roses are eternal...

Not getting technical as the review before, this album was THE album of `89. It was so well put together both musically and technically it was untrue. The Roses were at the right place at the right time, changing their style from short haired black leathered clad rock stars (Sally Cinnomen) to suit the mood of the times, long haired care free mates in a band. It payed off and their debut album got recognition as an all time great. This is an album that you dont skip a track, just put it in, press play and enjoy.

Can't believe no-one has reviewed this album, which for me is the defining record of my youth. The Stone Roses were one of many bands coming from the mighty Manchester following on from the likes of The Smiths, New Order (geographically not sonically) who paved the way for the Oasis etc.

Anyway, this album is a near perfect example of the late 80's / early 90's explosion of youth club culture where an indie record could be played next to a dance record and next to a rap record. All the songs are pure emotional bliss and even the shortest (Elizabeth My Dear) taking a riff from Simon & Garfunkel is miles better than the palest of imitators from the time.

The lyrics of each song match perfectly the accompanying artwork from John Squire, the tight drumming from Reni and slightly funk-driven basslines from Mani were always super tight with Squire's lead guitar and Ian Brown's understated delivery - truly an album of it's time and still one of my favourites today.

If you like indie, dance or just generally good music you should have a copy of this LP or CD

No wonder St Etienne declared on the run-out groove to Kiss & Make Up that: "John Squire You Are My Guitar Hero"

The Stone Roses debut is as close to perfection as any indie release has been in the last (20) years IMHO. From the shuffling opening of 'I Wanna Be Adored' to the resplendant closing of 'I Am The Ressurection' it is pure pop genius. Shame things came crashing down so hard for this band as 'Second Coming' was not much of a return to form. They had their moment in the sun though and at one point looked poised to conquer the world. Many bands, Kasabian for one, owe a great deal to The Roses and this terrific album. Desert Island Disc essential.