You may have wondered where we've been. I know, this blog has been more ignored than a scandal at Penn State. But worry not, we've just been hunkered down, listening to every single album released over the past year – ignoring family, friends and mandatory court dates. And all for you, dear reader.
#1 – TV on the Radio – Nine Types of Light
A great album from a band increasingly known for great albums. For my money, there's not a more energetic, creative group going today.
Favorite song: Caffeinated Consciousness
#2 – Say Hi – um, uh oh
This album shows a ton of range, and Say Hi is my favorite discovery of the year. Only took me 7 studio albums (and a name change - dropping the terrible "to Your Mom") for me to take notice. Not bad.
Favorite song: Devils
#3 – Sam Roberts – Collider
This was also my favorite concert of the year. Bad news: there was a criminally small crowd. Good news: it resulted in an amazing, intimate atmosphere and one hell of a show.
Favorite song: Partition Blues (though not the most "single"-friendly song on the album)
#4 – Adele – 21
I know this isn't the "coolest" pick I could make, but this is a stellar album and this chick can belt it.
Favorite song: Rolling in the Deep
#5 – Jay-Z & Kanye West – Watch the Throne
While disappointing compared to what it could have been, it's still a quality release with some really good stuff.
Favorite song: Otis
#6 – Big Sean – Finally Famous: The Album
A very promising debut from another member of Kanye's stable of artists.
#7 – Radiohead – The King of Limbs
Only rated lower because they've put out so much good stuff, this unfairly gets held to ridiculous high standards.
#8 – Black Keys – El Camino
I'm glad to see this Ohio duo working with Danger Mouse again, as I felt Brothers was a step back from Attack & Release (although I realize I'm likely in the minority on this). This one could move up the list on repeated listens.
#9 – Childish Gambino – Camp
Another promising hip hop debut, from a multi-talented dude - Donald Glover of Community fame.
#10 – Decemberists - The King is Dead
I love the turn they took with their sound, embracing a more country sound.
In addition to the songs above, a couple other tracks I really liked over the past year include:
Das Racist – Michael Jackson
Gotye – Somebody That I Used to Know
Danger Mouse and Daniele Luppi (ft Jack White) – Two Against One
Did I miss anything? Let me know in the Comments below.
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