In case you guys hadn't noticed...I kinda like music. A lot. I'm always craving new music, whether it's something that would be made in 3271 or in 1877. My iTunes library would be the Amazon jungle if it were a tree. (Bad analogy...)
my life, in a nutshell
So here are probably my 12 favorite albums, ever. (No particular order, blah blah blah)
The challenge? To describe why I love this album in one, non run-on sentence. Here we go.
The challenge? To describe why I love this album in one, non run-on sentence. Here we go.
1. Coldplay- "A Rush of Blood to the Head"
Why I like it: This is the classic Coldplay sound, imo.
Tracks worth hearing: "Amsterdam", "A Rush of Blood to the Head"
2. Mew- "And the Glass Handed Kites"
Why I like it: Art/Scandinavian rock at it's best, and this is a flawless, cohesive album.
Tracks worth hearing: "Special" "Zookeeper's Boy" "Louise Louisa"
3. Paper Route- "Absence"
Why I like it: Too underrated... perfect balance of all kinds of elements: tonal/instrumental, vocals, good beats, well executed electronics.
Tracks worth hearing: "Dance On Our Graves" "Gutter" "Are We all Forgotten"
4. Arcade Fire- "The Suburbs"
Why I like it: It's a beautiful/creative telling of the tales and pains of getting older, and this is such a good album...all songs flow together, and none resemble the others.
Tracks worth hearing: "Sprawl ii" "Rococo" "Half Light I"
5. The National- "High Violet"
Why I like it: This album is peacefully calming and kinda disturbing all at once..and they're vibe is so unique.
Tracks worth hearing: "Conversation 16", "Afraid of Everyone" "Vanderlyle Crybaby Geeks"
6. Animal Collective- "Merriweather Post Pavilion"
Why I like it: One question- Where's the rave at? This is feel good music, yet an acquired taste..and the album cover is free and endless entertainment.
Tracks worth hearing: "My Girls", "Summertime Clothes" "Brother Sport"
7. Fleet Foxes- "Fleet Foxes"
Why I like it: Mountain music ftw! Perfect harmonies, beautiful guitars, and vocals...this is organic music.
Tracks worth hearing: "White Winter Hymnal", "Meadowlarks", "Blue Ridge Mountains"
8. Florence + The Machine- "Lungs"
Why I like it: This girl is art with a powerhouse voice on legs. A true artist..I mean, she makes the harp sound modern in an age of electronic music.
Tracks worth hearing: "Cosmic Love", "Drumming", "You've Got the Love"
9. elbow- "The Seldom Seen Kid"
Why I like it: Elbow is proof that some of the best music is made in the UK..Guy Harvey's voice is to die for, and this album has one the best first/last track combinations ever.
Tracks worth hearing: "Starlings", "Friend of Ours", "Grounds for Divorce"
10. Local Natives- "Gorilla Manor"
Why I like it: VERY impressive for a first album... these guys are talented in all aspects.
Tracks worth hearing: "Wide Eyes", "Sun Hands", "Cards and Quarters"
11. cults- "cults"
Why I like it: This motown inspired group sounds both new and vintage...this album grew on me fast- SO CATCHY.
Tracks worth hearing: "Go Outside", "Oh My God" "Abducted"
12. Switchfoot- "Nothing is Sound"
Why I like this: This album is PERFECT- unmatched lyrical prowess, seamless flow, a message that asks us all to question the how and the whys of life on this planet..and these boys forever have my heart. Thank you Switchfoot.
Tracks worth hearing: "The Blues", "Daisy", "The Shadow Proves the Sunshine"
Til next time...this was fun yo.
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